Restaurants on Jekyll Island, Georgia

Jekyll Island is a barrier island off the coast of southern Georgia midway between Jacksonville, Florida, and Savannah, Georgia. The island beckons travelers of all ages to enjoy the extensive trail system, oceanside golf courses, fishing, sailing and many other water sports. Filled with large live oaks, marshlands and natural beauty, the island is a nature lover's gem. After a day outside, venture to one of the island's restaurants to recharge and prepare for another activity-filled day.

The Grand Dining Room

The full-service Grand Dining Room is one of the island's premier dining locations. Offering continental cuisine in a Victorian-style establishment that is filled with fireplaces and ionic columns, the restaurant's upscale atmosphere is ensured through a dress code that does not allow casual dress. Known for a high level of service, the restaurant features an extensive wine menu and gourmet food. Selections include veal, duck and the low country favorite shrimp and grits. Sunday brunch and nightly dinner feature piano entertainment. Dinner and breakfast are available every day and lunch is served Monday through Saturday.

The Grand Dining Room
371 Riverview Drive
Jekyll Island, GA 31527
(912) 635-2400
jekyllclub.com/dining

SeaJay's Waterfront Café & Pub

The casual atmosphere of SeaJay's Waterfront Cafe & Pub does not diminish the quality of the food at this popular dining establishment. Housed in a large cottage featuring a wraparound deck overlooking the Jekyll Harbor Marina, the restaurant hosts live entertainment on weekends. The restaurant offers a low country boil buffet, crab legs, Brunswick stew, sea scallops, crab cakes and other regional favorites for lunch and dinner, seven days a week. SeaJay's specializes in accommodating large groups for special occasions, meetings or family events.

SeaJay's Waterfront Cafe & Pub
1 Harbor Road
Jekyll Island, GA 31527
(912) 635-3200
seajays.com

The Driftwood Bistro

Specializing in soul food and southern delicacies, The Driftwood Bistro is a moderately priced restaurant at the Villas by the Sea Resort. Offering dining inside and outside on the deck, the restaurant boasts a wide range of menu options. Selections include stuffed collard greens, corned beef brisket, sandwiches, salads and burgers. The menu also features many side dishes including black-eyed peas, red bliss potatoes, Cajun cole slaw, steamed cabbage, squash casserole, cheese grits and creamed corn. Each entree comes in two sizes to accommodate your appetite. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner.

The Driftwood Bistro
1175 North Beachview Drive
Jekyll Island, GA 31527
(912) 635-2521
www.jekyllislandga.com/dining-at-the-villas.html

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Article Written By Laura Acevedo

Laura Acevedo has been a professional writer for more than 15 years. With a background in business, international relations, psychology and technology, Acevedo writes from both experience and an educational foundation. She holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Florida and undergraduate degrees in business and psychology.

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