Welcome to Locals Dockside
Locals Dockside, located at 307 St Marys St W in St. Marys, GA, is a culinary gem celebrated for its exquisite seafood and hearty entrees. Diners rave about the generous portions and vibrant flavors, with highlights including delectable crab cakes, tender ribeye steaks, and perfectly seasoned fried shrimp. The warm, attentive service enhances the welcoming atmosphere, creating a sense of community that keeps patrons returning. With its picturesque riverside views, Locals Dockside provides not just a meal, but a memorable dining experience. Enthusiastic reviews from travelers and locals alike attest to its status as a must-visit destination for food lovers.
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307 St Marys St W, St Marys, GA 31558, United States Hotline: +1 912-510-8577
Welcome to Locals Dockside, a hidden gem nestled in the charming town of St. Marys, Georgia. Located at 307 St Marys St W, this delightful restaurant has quickly become a must-visit for locals and travelers alike, offering a refreshing blend of Southern hospitality and culinary excellence.
Upon entering Locals Dockside, you’re immediately greeted as part of the family. The warm, friendly atmosphere is mirrored by the attentive staff, who ensure that every guest feels welcome. Customers rave about their experiences, highlighting the impeccable service and the genuine care shown by the team—qualities that elevate any dining experience.
However, it is the food that truly shines at Locals Dockside. With a diverse menu that caters to all tastes, it's clear that great care is taken with each dish. Diners are particularly enamored with the crab cakes, praised for their fresh and flavorful profiles, as well as the standout ribeye steak, which is lauded for its tenderness and the melt-in-your-mouth garlic herb butter. One guest even shared that they could cut the steak with a butter knife—an impressive feat indeed!
For those looking for delightful sides, the sweet potato fries and fried shrimp have received glowing compliments, with many stating that they exceed expectations in both flavor and portion size. The chocolate mousse dessert is a must-try, showcasing the sweet ending that perfectly caps off a meal. The attention to flavor and presentation makes each dish a celebration of local ingredients and culinary creativity.
Moreover, Locals Dockside's location by the River Front Park adds to the dining experience, providing stunning views and a relaxing ambiance, ideal for a leisurely meal or special occasion. Reviewers have described evenings spent here as magical, combining great food with breathtaking scenery.
Whether you’re a local looking for a new favorite spot or just passing through St. Marys, Locals Dockside promises a visit filled with delicious food, excellent service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere that will leave you eager to return. Come and savor a culinary journey that highlights the best of Southern cuisine—your taste buds will thank you!
We came from out of town and this is seriously the best food we’ve ever had. We’re from Houston, TX- so basically every type of food you can imagine- and this was the best we’ve had. Sweet potato fries, crab cakes, DELICIOUS! It was so good we had to humiliate the chef for a group photo! The service was excellent too!
This place is great! I don’t eat red meat but enjoy going to steakhouses and often order the scallops and usually expect 4-5 scallops with an entree portion — I was so pleasantly surprised with the portion size to price ratio here with quality and flavor that was just as good! You’d pay 2x the amount at a fancy steakhouse for less food & they cut through like butter just like a steakhouse. The chocolate mousse dessert was also really good, would definitely come back here!
Mary W? Was our server and she was present, polite and helpful. Every item she suggested was beyond expectation, the orders came out quickly and correctly. Will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu. Great job
I stopped in on Saturday night for dinner while in town for a camping trip. They were busy, but we didn't have to wait for a table. Our server, Kay L, was very sweet and attentive. The food was so much better than I could have hoped for! I got a ribeye steak and added fried shrimp for "surf & turf," and my friend got a sirloin steak. Everything came out quickly and was cooked exactly as we ordered. The fried shrimp were very big, and the breading and seasoning were literally perfect. The steak was one of the best I've ever had, too. The garlic herb butter on it was delicious, and I didn't even need a steak knife. It was so tender that I cut it with the butter knife. I will definitely be back to eat once more before we go home from our trip. I live over 5 hours away and would make the drive again just to eat here. Seriously.
The minute the staff seen our faces we were greeted as friends. Our server Shannon knew the menu, offered us their specials. We received our food mine being the blackened shrimp with grill asparagus and the cole slaw. My wife had the grilled chicken breast with mashed potatoes and macaroni&cheese. The proteins was cooked to perfection. All the sides were made with passion. Perfect seasoning on everything. The staff all worked as a team. All around great experience.
Delicious food, great and friendly service. One of the better places in St. Mary's. The crab cakes were delicious! Fish was fresh and well seasoned and the key lime pie for dessert was a welcome treat.
We loved this little place so much! It was almost closing time and Father’s Day. We were a little worried that we may not get to eat there but the staff was so pleasant and seated us right away. Every single employee we encountered wished my husband a Happy Father’s Day. The view they have is beautiful. The food was amazing even the kid’s meal! It’s also right by the River Front Park so we were able to take a nice stroll after dinner. We will definitely go every time we visit St. Mary’s!
Went for a late dinner, the staff were attentive and polite and their back deck had a fantastic view. The food was incredible also.