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Alligator Soul, Savannah, GA

Alligator Soul

4.7
4.7
6359 Reviews
$50 and over
Creole / Cajun / Southern
Upscale. Unpretentious. Unique.

Join us and satisfy your Cajun/Creole Soul.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 30 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Organic
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (912) 232-7899
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    For parties with 12 guests or over, we offer a four-course dinner menu created by Alligator Soul. We have a private dining room that comfortably seats 14 guests with a minimum of 12 and a semi-private room that comfortably seats 28 guests with a minimum of 24. If you would like to reserve a large party dining event please call us at (912) 232-7899
  • Private party contact
    Maureen Craig: (912) 232-7899
  • Neighborhood
    Historic District - North
  • Cross street
    Broughton/State Located Downstairs Lower Level Under The US Postal Office.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    There is bus transportation within and without the city limits and the guest would need to contact the City of Savannah for bus routes and schedules.
  • Entertainment
    Overhead music, mostly blues, ie Buddy Guy, Etta James, BB King, John Lee Hooker with splashes of Johnny Cash, Allison Krauss, etc.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 6,359 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Coastal Georgia

    Best Service

  • Coastal Georgia

    Best Ambiance

  • Coastal Georgia

    Innovative

  • Coastal Georgia

    Romantic

  • Coastal Georgia

    Good for special occasions

  • Coastal Georgia

    Most Booked

  • Savannah

    Best Overall

  • Savannah

    Best Food

  • Savannah

    Best Service

  • Savannah

    Best Ambiance

  • Savannah

    Innovative

  • Savannah

    Romantic

  • Savannah

    Good for special occasions

  • Savannah

    Most Booked

6,359 Reviews
  1. TerryS

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    My husband and I were here to celebrate our 45th anniversary which he mentioned on doing our reservation. Nothing was ever mentioned to us why we were there etc. Charlie was our waiter he was ok but not very personable. After Paying our bill of $176.00 I would say we were not that impressed. We both ordered steak and it was not the best cut of meat! One thing for sure we will not be returning to eat here. A special occasion like this and we were very disappointed.

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  2. ShannonB

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding. The staff was attending and kind. The menu is an eclectic variety of foods.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The fish was horrible. It had a blood line about 2” wide. That meal should have been comped but was not. The chef you cooked that fish does not know what he is doing , we will not be going there again

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  4. jbndining

    Charleston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff, interesting cocktail menu, interesting menu & great food. We will definitely be back.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    West Palm Beach

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing!!! Had to come back to Savannah just to bring our son!!! Everything from start to finish, once again, was on point. The talent here is top notch and everyone is friendly, personable, and professional. Creative dishes executed perfectly!!! The last time we visited, my husband had the red stag, and WOW!!! This time, my husband and son both ordered the kangaroo and again, WOW!!! You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu here.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If I could give it an overall of more than five stars I would. The staff was incredibly accommodating and knowledgeable. The wild boar and duck amazing! We were not disappointed in any way.

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  7. LisaV

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bring your adventurous self to Alligator Soul. There are a few tame/traditional menu items, but since you’re in Savannah, broaden your culinary horizons. From creative cocktails, lovely wine list & the creative dessert menu, you’re in for a treat!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alligator Soul has to be one of the best restaurants my husband and I have been to. The food was superb! They had the BEST Shrimp & Grits I’ve ever tasted. Their alligator fritters were also yummy. Our main dish was the Deviled Alligator Crab which was phenomenal. We’re from out of town and looking forward to the next opportunity to visit again!

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  9. Magick

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dinner. Interesting game food and classics

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  10. Rctj

    Columbus

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fantastic! Atmosphere, service and the food … exceptional Highly recommend⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  11. KimmB

    Greater Boston

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal, unusual food, great service and a beautiful environment. Couldn't ask for more!

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  12. Steph5446

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    All 4 of us girls flew into Savannah for my birthday and with so many wonderful Savannah restaurant options to choose from, we all decided this is what we wanted to try. The service wasn’t great and the food was honestly so/so. Some food was undercooked and our server was no where to be found multiple times, leaving us to find other servers to help with that and drink orders that seemed to be forgotten. I was left disappointed with my birthday dinner experience and felt bad that my friends spent that $$$ on the experience given.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was great but the portions were not what you expect for the price. My husband & I spent about $150 for 2 plates & 2 glasses of wine & left hungry.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and service was outstanding.

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  15. GregM

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I went here on vacation as a recommendation. The place was quaint and relaxing for a quiet date. Both of us ordered the boar shank based on reviews and one of my favorite game. Unfortunately we were not impressed with the selection overall. Portion size was great and boar meat so tender it fell off the bone. However, the sauce was so overwhelming it took away from the enjoyment of the meat and complements. It was quite disappointing. Doubt we will go back next time we visit due to the plentitude of satisfying and value-reasonable restaurants.

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  16. BobC

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our go to restaurant when we are in Savannah. They never disappoint.

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  17. LoriC

    E. Tennessee

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alligator Soul never disappoints. From a service standpoint and from the quality of food. Always one of our favorites. 

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the best in Savannah! Rashad was an amazing host with the best telemarketing jokes ;) food and drinks were definitely unique and wonderful!

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  19. Stephanie

    Key West

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is very unique and everything was delicious. Our server was Antonio and he was wonderful.

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  20. Chan

    Coastal Georgia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Diverse menu with a unique flavor palette. Great for a date night or fun with friends.

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  21. Ellie

    Denver

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really wonderful service! The food was unique and delicious!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A unique culinary adventure in Savannah! My husband had a cup of the gumbo and the fish special and I had the scallops - delicious! The dessert - chocolate truffle and rocks - which we subbed with vanilla ice cream - was a little odd, wasn’t my favorite.

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  23. AllisonG

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, excellent service, fantastic food. Highly recommend!

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  24. OnStageJay

    Indiana

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. The food was delicious. Cool ambiance.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything from the moment the door was opened for us to when we walked out was nothing short of perfection. Best meal we’ve had in Savannah. Thank you for a wonderful anniversary dinner! We will definitely be back next time we’re in town.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was fair. I would say 50% of the dishes we ordered were great, the others just so so. Was not impressed by the gumbo or the deviled crab. Both were lacking in flavor. The fish special and boudin was great. For the price and the hype and it being a slower night, you’d expect every dish to be wonderful. Unfortunately, our experience was a little lack luster. Our server was wonderful.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you so much for a wonderful experience my son has Asperger’s syndrome and wanted to experience the wild boar and from start to finish it was amazing

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience that is as rare as the foods they offer. The service was nothing short of beyond expectation and we will return!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals of my life. The bone marrow and filet mignon were phenomenal!!!! The service was exceptional and the prices were amazing too! I can’t wait to go again!

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  30. CatP

    Coastal Georgia

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great meal & overall experience at Alligator Soul!

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  31. Glennd

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice setting, service was excellent. Appetizer and salad were very good, but both my wife and my entree’s were just ok.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Wilmington

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything from seating to dessert was perfect. We visit AS every year on our anniversary trip to Savannah and it's a reservation I make as soon as the hotel is booked. The food is always impeccable and the staff very knowledgeable. Sarah was our server this year and she was fantastic. The venison was on special and was a great entree. Can't recommend this restaurant enough. One of the best in Savannah.

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  33. SolomonW

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fast service, relaxed , variety on menu was good. Lovely experience .

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual our dinner was excellent and the service was even better than ever. Our server was Antonio and he was one one of the best I’ve experienced at any restaurant.

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  35. Kam23

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is lovely and the service was impeccable. Very nice wine list. Unfortunately, our entree choices were very mediocre. The scallop dish was beautifully presented but the scallops were cool. The alligator crab was an interesting concept that, sadly, didn't work. The dish lacked flavor.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alligator Soul is one of the best restaurants I have ever eaten at. The food is delicious. I have eaten there 3 times now, and every meal was amazing. They have a very talented team of chefs. The restaurant itself is beautiful, clean and a very pleasant atmosphere. The servers are knowledgeable and professional. I would recommend anyone, whether you live in Savannah or are visiting to make a reservation and experience it for yourself. Also, order the peanut butter pie for the dessert. 5 stars for sure.

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  37. BruceF

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An inventive menu that takes Southern comfort food to a modern level.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My table ordered the alligator boudin fritters and the carving board for the starters. The fritters were amazing and paired beautiful with the cutting board(red onion marmalade was to die for!). For entrees, the wild game specialty (deer) was so moist/tender and paired it with the Scotsman. The duck was an Instagram-able experience although slightly dry. I ordered the wild boar shank and although delicious it just tastes like a pot roast. It did go well with the prisoner wine tasting menu.The winning plate of the night was the little hilbo! The only dish I would order again. The whole night was an experience; especially, the wait staff, being knowledgeable and pleasant.

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  39. couple76

    Atlantic City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great underground space with wonderfully unique dishes. Our server was efficient and informative. A wonderful dinner experience!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dinner and experience, as usual. Rashad and Andrew were very knowledgeable and thoughtful with their service! Always a staple spot when visiting Savannah.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Alligator Soul is rated 4.7 stars by 6359 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 30 times today
Google Map for Alligator Soul

114 Barnard Street, Savannah, GA 31401

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Broughton/State Located Downstairs Lower Level Under The US Postal Office.
  • Neighborhood
    Historic District - North
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Organic
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    There is bus transportation within and without the city limits and the guest would need to contact the City of Savannah for bus routes and schedules.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Overhead music, mostly blues, ie Buddy Guy, Etta James, BB King, John Lee Hooker with splashes of Johnny Cash, Allison Krauss, etc.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (912) 232-7899
  • Private party facilities
    For parties with 12 guests or over, we offer a four-course dinner menu created by Alligator Soul. We have a private dining room that comfortably seats 14 guests with a minimum of 12 and a semi-private room that comfortably seats 28 guests with a minimum of 24. If you would like to reserve a large party dining event please call us at (912) 232-7899
  • Private party contact
    Maureen Craig: (912) 232-7899
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