Locals Dockside Restaurant

Podcast Show Notes — Episode 87 Get ’N Your Business Podcast Host: Alison Shores Guest: Executive Chef Chad — Locals Dockside Location: St. Marys, Georgia Episode Overview In Episode 87, Allison Shores welcomes Executive Chef Chad of Locals Dockside for a deep dive into coastal cuisine, scratch-made cooking, and what it takes to deliver a standout waterfront dining experience in Camden County. Chef Chad shares his culinary journey, menu philosophy, ingredient sourcing, and the customer-first mindset that sets Locals apart. What You’ll Hear Chef Chad’s path from Jacksonville, Tallahassee (FSU), Miami, and Sandestin to Coastal Georgia The “casual coastal” vibe paired with upscale, chef-driven food Why everything is made from scratch—no pre-made shortcuts Ingredient standards: Certified Angus Beef, local Brunswick shrimp, and fresh fish delivered weekly Menu favorites: Bayou Blaze Tacos, Penne Alla Vodka, and Jacked Up Jambalaya Weekly specials: All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp Wednesdays & Grouper Finger Friday The science behind authentic Louisiana-style jambalaya Above-and-beyond hospitality, custom menus, and private events Rapid-fire Q&A and a jaw-dropping (and cautionary) kitchen mishap story Reservations, holiday planning, and what to expect on busy days Notable Quotes “Everything in the kitchen is from scratch.” “You’re only as good as the people you surround yourself with.” “If the customer wants something, we make it happen.” Restaurant Info Locals Dockside 📍 307 W St. Marys St, St. Marys, GA 🕒 Wed–Sat 11am–9pm | Sun 11am–8pm (Closed Mon–Tue) 📞 Reservations recommended, especially for Valentine’s Day & Mother’s Day Listen & Subscribe YouTube Apple Podcasts Spotify 👍 Like, share, and subscribe for more hyper-local business stories from Camden County.