Ardsley Station ★ 4.4
Why locals love it: Off the tourist trail in residential Ardsley Park; locals' after-work wine room.
Tip: The patio fills first; arrive by 17:30 on Friday for a wine flight before dinner.
CuisineSoul food
Price$$
Neighbourhoodeastside
Why locals love it: Out on Skidaway in residential Eastside; off the tourist trail; cafeteria-line service.
Tip: Lunch only; arrive by 12:30 to beat the office crowd. Oxtails go fast on Fridays.
Location
Address: 2605 Skidaway Rd, Savannah, GA 31404
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