Bubba Gumbo's

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1 US Highway 80 E
Tybee Island, GA 31410

Located on Lazaretto Creek, Bubba Gumbo's is a southeast coastal waterfront joint offering fine seafood sourced from Tybee's local waters. Established in 1997 by Paul Burns and revived in 2015 by his daughter Caitlin Burns, this eatery sits elegantly on the shrimp docks of Tybee Island Marina.

Bubba Gumbo's is renowned for its fusion of classic seafood dishes and innovative creations, all expertly prepared by owner Caitlin Burns. The interior exudes a charming and historic ambiance, blending Caitlin's contemporary taste with a nod to Tybee's rich heritage, as reflected in the 1940s building’s décor.

Guests can savor their meals in the indoor-outdoor dining area, with options to enjoy the wildlife views from the marsh bar or soak in the nostalgic atmosphere of the dining room. Bubba Gumbo's invites patrons to indulge in a culinary journey through seafood delights amidst a setting that seamlessly weaves the past with the present.

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4.0438 reviews
Alexander B.
11/27/2025

Came down to Tybee Island for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Was looking for a place to have dinner. Decided to go to Bubba Gumbo's. This place is for sure a local dive. It's hidden off the main road...

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Julie F.
5/18/2025

This place was so disappointing -- especially after it having been hyped up so much. The day we stopped by for lunch they were sorely understaffed. The servers and the kitchen were both...

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Keith B.
12/22/2025

This place was delicious would definitely recommend. Food was hot and fresh. Had the fried shrimp they were cooked perfectly. And the service was friendly.

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Lianne H.
11/14/2025

Great service, food and drinks! We had the scallops and crab cake... both the best ever! Bloody Mary was great as well and our waitress was sweet and attentive! Definitely recommend this spot!...

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Roy F.
5/18/2025

Heard about about the Gumbo and decided to stop. We were seated inside on the dock side and received our beverage orders right away as we looked over the menus, to see if any other dishes might...

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