Savannah Local Guide

Bars & Nightlife in Savannah

Hand-verified bars & nightlife across the Historic District, River Street, Tybee Island and beyond — checked by our local team before they're listed.

Concert Venues & Live Music

The Wormhole

Savannah

Quirky sci-fi themed neighborhood live music joint in the Starland District — live indie rock, punk, and metal shows, comedy showcases, open mic nights, pool tables, dart boards, arcade pinball, craft beer, and pub food.

Restaurants

The Crab Shack

Tybee Island

'Where the elite eat in their bare feet' — a sprawling Tybee Island waterfront seafood landmark with dining decks on Chimney Creek. Giant steamed seafood trays and boiled seafood steam pots, frozen drinks and beer buckets, live alligator lagoon with feeding opportunities, exotic birds, gift shop, and boat dockage.

Bars & Nightlife

Wet Willie's

Savannah

famous frozen daiquiri slushie wall (Call A Cab, Sex on the Beach, Shock Treatment), riverfront patio views, Savannah to-go cup friendly world-famous frozen daiquiris (20+ slushie wall flavors), pub food (wings, tenders, burgers), draft beer

Savannah

located atop Power Plant Building in Plant Riverside District, features adult playground slide connecting lounge to Moon Deck, high-energy neon nightlife craft cocktails, draft beer, small plates, adult lawn games (slide, lawn ping pong, giant games), DJ music

Bars & Nightlife

Moodright's

Savannah

vintage duckpin bowling lanes inside bar, retro neon arcade ambiance, mallard taxidermy decor, sister bar to Over Yonder miniature duckpin bowling, cheap beer, draft wine, slushie cocktails, snacks

Bars & Nightlife

Desposito's Seafood

Thunderbolt

historic fish shack operating since 1965 on Macceo Drive, recently renovated with upscale coastal bar while preserving historic character wild Georgia shrimp, oysters, crab, craft cocktails, local beer, river view dining

Bars & Nightlife

Lone Wolf Lounge

Savannah

retro 1970s living-room tiki bar aesthetic, wood paneling, velvet furniture, exceptional unpretentious cocktail program in Starland District tiki cocktails, classic mixed drinks, cold beer, vinyl DJ music, patio seating

Bars & Nightlife

Bar Julian

Savannah

tallest rooftop bar in Savannah atop Eastern Wharf's Thompson Hotel, unobstructed 270-degree views of Savannah River, wood-fired culinary program Mediterranean-inspired small plates, wood-fired pizzas, handcrafted cocktails, wine, sunset views

Bars & Nightlife

The Wyld Dock Bar

Savannah

open-air marshfront dock bar accessible by boat or car, dockside seating overlooking Herb River marsh, fire pit and outdoor games fresh local seafood, craft cocktails, draft beer, bocce court, fire pit, boat dockage

Bars & Nightlife

Crystal Beer Parlor

Savannah

opened in 1933 as one of the first bars in America to serve alcohol after Prohibition repeal, historic photos on walls, legendary peach cobbler & burgers extensive draft & bottled beer list, full Southern food menu (burgers, crab stew, fried green tomatoes), liquor, wine

Bars & Nightlife

Basil's Pizza & Deli

Wilmington Island

legendary 7-hour long daily happy hour, family-owned Wilmington Island favorite, live acoustic music on Friday nights NY-style pizza, gyros, subs, craft beer on tap, wine, outdoor patio, live music

Bars & Nightlife

Service Brewing Co.

Savannah

veteran-owned and operated brewery donating portion of proceeds to first responders and military charities, spacious industrial taproom near River Street craft beer taproom, live music, food truck pop-ups, trivia nights, ping pong & board games

Bars & Nightlife

Water Witch Tiki Bar

Savannah

immersive tiki theme named after 1864 Civil War naval vessel CSS Water Witch, mid-century Polynesian decor, elaborate flaming group drinks tropical tiki cocktails, rum tasting, punch bowls, light island-inspired snacks

Richmond Hill

perched directly on the Ogeechee River at Fort McAllister Marina, family-friendly with sandbox, live Sunset Music Thursdays, boat access fresh seafood, burgers, craft cocktails, draft beer, live music, outdoor riverfront deck, sandbox for kids

Savannah

high-energy four-pianist interactive request show, massive audience sing-alongs, favorite Bachelorette party spot in Savannah all-request dueling piano show, full bar, pizza and tavern snacks, group celebrations

Bars & Nightlife

World of Beer Pooler

Pooler

massive global craft beer selection with rotating taps, beer flight sampling, trivia & sports watch party hub in Pooler 300+ bottled beers, 40+ taps, German pretzels, burgers, wings, outdoor patio, trivia nights

Bars & Nightlife

Coach's Corner

Thunderbolt

Savannah's premier sports bar and grill, massive outdoor screen patio & concert arena, interactive arcade and trivia games chicken wings, burgers, pizza, craft beer, large sports screens, outdoor concert venue, trivia

Savannah

massive indoor/outdoor patio with outdoor bar, extensive bourbon collection, late-night food menu served until 3:00 AM, live rock/reggae/funk bands bourbon & whiskey selection, craft beer, grilled pub eats, live music, outdoor patio, shuffleboard & games

Tybee Island

legendary Tybee Island rustic shack dive bar, license plates and stickers covering walls, eccentric beach vibe, famous huge pizza slices custom stone-baked pizza, cold beer, cocktails, outdoor deck seating, dog-friendly patio

Savannah

located in a two-story historic Starland District house, specialized in sour beers and hazy IPAs, features Smol Bar hidden downstairs, on-site coffee shop house-brewed sour beers, IPAs, lagers, coffee bar (Float Coffee), basement cocktail bar (Smol Bar)

Tybee Island

voted Best Seafood & Best Live Music on Tybee, giant deck on Butler Ave, famous hushpuppies & crab legs steamed & fried seafood platters, frozen margaritas & daiquiris, craft beer, outdoor covered deck, live music

Bars & Nightlife

Bootleggers Pooler

Pooler

local sports bar and pool hall in Pooler, famous jumbo chicken wings, weekly pool tournaments and trivia jumbo wings, burgers, cold draft beer, pool tables, dart boards, sports TVs

Bars & Nightlife

Abe's on Lincoln

Savannah

walls and ceiling completely covered in napkin drawings of Abraham Lincoln drawn by patrons, cozy intimate pub, haunted historic building craft beers, draft wine, shot specials, open mic night, drink & draw nights

Savannah

voted Best Karaoke in Savannah for over 10 consecutive years, 365-day karaoke starting nightly at 9 PM, heavy pour drinks, Irish breakfast served early full Irish/American pub breakfast & dinner menu, draft beers, daily karaoke, sports TV

Bars & Nightlife

Over Yonder

Savannah

honky-tonk dive bar hidden behind Moodright's, famous for best smash burgers in Savannah, country music jukebox, outdoor patio space smash burgers, crinkle fries, cheap beers, shot specials, live country/honky-tonk music

Tybee Island

located right between the historic Tybee Island Lighthouse and the beach, outdoor deck under palm trees, gourmet Caribbean-infused seafood Caribbean/pork/seafood menu, tropical cocktails, draft beer, live reggae/blues music, beach view patio

Savannah

Savannah's only 18th-century mansion (Habersham House, built 1771) on Reynolds Square — famous pecan-crusted flounder and fried green tomatoes, plus Planter's Tavern (basement tavern), the candlelit downstairs bar with twin roaring fireplaces, a subterranean wine vault, signature bourbon drinks, single-barrel spirits, and live piano music. Lunch, dinner, bar service, private events.

Bars & Nightlife

Rocks on the Roof

Savannah

located atop Bohemian Hotel, sweeping Savannah Riverfront views, open-air fire pits, stylish Bohemian decor, to-go cup service signature cocktails, craft beer, tapas, global bites, live music/DJ

Bars & Nightlife

Artillery Bar

Savannah

housed in restored 1896 Georgia Volunteer Artillery armory building, opulent romantic interior, call-button waiter service, strict dress code & quiet atmosphere rules artisanal cocktails, rare spirits, absinthe fountain service, wine, champagne

Bars & Nightlife

Peregrin

Savannah

luxurious rooftop lounge atop Perry Lane Hotel, panoramic views of Historic District skyline, chic tropical aesthetic, outdoor lawn games handcrafted cocktails, fine wine, premium spirits, lawn games, rooftop poolside lounge menu

Bars & Nightlife

The Rail Pub

Savannah

voted Savannah's Favorite Dive Bar, historic building (former brothel/boarding house), free peanut shells on the floor, all-day Monday happy hour, famous $1 Ghetto Dawgs cheap beer, shot specials, free peanuts, karaoke, outdoor courtyard

Bars & Nightlife

Alley Cat Lounge

Savannah

1870s historic basement lounge, speakeasy vibe with newspaper-style cocktail menu featuring over 150 cocktails, located in historic alley craft cocktails, spirits, beer, wine, light snacks