Skip on Over to Skipper's Fish Camp

If you ever find yourself in Darien, GA, or even if you don’t, but happen to be traveling down I-95 on your way to Florida, get yourself over to Skipper’s Fish Camp, a family-style seafood restaurant on the banks of the Darien river.   South Georgia is home to a particular species of wild shrimp that is particularly delicious.  Skipper’s features these large, juicy crustaceans, fresh oysters and other jewels of the sea in a casual environment.  The restaurant is comprised of a main dining room which has lots of windows and lights and nautical decor.  Across the courtyard, there’s a lively oyster bar with indoor and outdoor seating that also overlooks the river and working shrimp boat.  The dress code is basically come as you are, which is just how we like it.  

Oysters

Peel and Eat Georgia Shrimp

House salad

Whole Flounder and Shrimp Combo with cole slaw

Snow Crab Legs with collard greens and mac and cheese

Crabcakes with collard greens and baked potato

The Food

All the food was very good.  The standouts were the oysters, shrimp, crab cakes and fried seafood.  The collard greens were very fresh and well-seasoned.  The house salad is fresh, but standard.

The Drinks

Beer or cocktails recommended.  The wine selection is fairly pedestrian.

The Atmosphere

Light, bright and clean.  You're not really coming here for the atmosphere.  Look out the many windows at the riverfront, dock and local fauna.  The oyster bar has outside seating overlooking the river.

The Service

Young, friendly and efficient staff.  Food comes out pretty quickly, so have your server pace the entrees if you want to relax.

Around Town

And while you’re in Darien, check out the Waterfront Wine and Gourmet.  A surprising (to us) selection of American, European and Latin American wines, cheeses and other snacks up front and a cozy wine bar with a few beers on tap with views of the waterfront.   And if you’re staying the night, check out Open Gates B&B.  Friendly owners, a refreshing pool in the garden and a top-notch breakfast in the morning.