Tag: Family Friendly


  • A Sweet Stop You’ll Want to Make Again and Again

    If you’ve spent any time exploring Saint Simons Island, Georgia, you already know the island has a way of charming you with beautiful beaches, laid-back coastal vibes, and just enough great food to keep you happily lingering longer than planned. But if you’re looking for a dessert destination that’s equal parts fun, delicious, and downright…

  • Our Favorite Authentic Thai Food Near I-95 in Brunswick

    If you’re searching for authentic Thai food in Brunswick, Georgia, put Nakorn Thai Cuisine at the very top of your list. Feeling a little peckish near I-95 one day, we decided to try Nakorn on some friends’ recommendation. Pulling up to the outside, we were a little underwhelmed. The exterior has seen better days, and…

  • The Incredible Benefits of Acai in One Delicious Bowl

    You can often find them at Crab Corner on St. Simons Island or First Fridays or 5 and 10k races or The Galley Food Truck Park, but whatever you do — FIND THEM! I’m talking about the incredible Redemption Bowl Acai Bowl Truck. We caught up with Omar Guzman, the founder of Redemption, at The…

  • The Half Shell: Oysters Done Right on St. Simons Island

    One Sunday evening in December, we met friends for dinner at The Half Shell on St. Simons Island, Georgia, with one thing firmly in mind: fresh oysters. Luckily, The Half Shell delivered—and then some. To begin with, we were thrilled to find an excellent oyster selection featuring McIntosh oysters from Darien, GA, as well as…

  • Award Winning BBQ Has a New Home

    Don Que knows a thing or two about BBQ and he knows a lot about hard work. Up and at the shop by 4:30 every morning Quamine Haywood, Que, lights the fire in his barrel smoker and gets his day started. His morning typically consists of smoking pork butt, brisket, chicken, burnt ends and ribs……

  • Barrier Island Brewing Rocks The Craft Beer and Killer Menu

    Barrier Island Brewing has become a must-visit spot on St. Simons Island, Georgia, bringing together locally brewed craft beer, a standout food menu, and a lively sports-friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re a local, a weekend visitor, or vacationing on the Golden Isles, this brewery checks all the boxes.

  • Ripper’z Just Changed the Hot Dog Game on SSI

    I really don’t know where to start talking about Ripper’z. There is so much of a revolution going on here. Let’s start with the eponymous rippers – the deep-fried, all-beef hot dogs… WAIT! HANG ON! Before you call your cardiologist just for reading that sentence, I gotta tell you these dogs are Nueske’s Premium All…

  • We Ate Our Way Through The Best PorchFest Ever

    Brunswick PorchFest turns historic Old Town porches into live music stages for a one-day community festival that keeps growing every year – like 10,000 plus this year. Inspired by the original PorchFest in Ithaca, this local version began in 2018 thanks to neighbors with a simple idea: performers + porches = community. And there were…

  • Coastal Coffee: Home of the Ultimate Raspberry Pop-Tart

    Discover why locals love Coastal Coffee! From raspberry Pop-Tarts and blueberry muffins to hearty breakfast sandwiches and Peach Coffee Roasters brew, perfect for breakfast or lunch. The Star of the Show: Raspberry Pop-Tarts Coastal Coffee—the local gem where every bite and sip feels like a warm hug. Trust me, you’ll want to run, not walk…

  • Nautica Joe’s is My New Happy Place for Lunch in Downtown Brunswick

    We stumbled into Nautica Joe’s for lunch on a Wednesday at the insistence of our friend Shayne from Blacksheep Pickers. Shayne never steers you wrong. It was packed, and for good reason: their food is fresh, creative and delicious and the service is friendly and efficient. The decor is a thing of beauty. It’s clean…