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    The Pirates’ House

    3.8 (2.4k reviews)
    ModerateSouthern, Buffets
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Touristy
    Classy
    Happy hour specials

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    Chicken Gumbo
    Shavie J.

    This restaurant was highly recommended by travelers on social media and even our tour guide. The restaurant was nice, the staff were friendly, polite, and accommodating. Our waitress, Veronica, was very attentive to our requests and needs. There's a pirate ‍ that roams around the restaurant interacting with guests as they dine and apparently a tour that we heard offered to others with small children. There's a treasure box near the entrance filled with lollipops They also have a gift shop upstairs. The menu was plentiful but honestly not picky-eater friendly, when you have teens that prefer tenders over delectable foods. One of the teens and I had the catfish with "creamy" grits and collard greens. The catfish was fried to perfection but fell short on flavor, the grits weren't as creamy as imagined but worked well with the catfish because they were a little more flavorful. I wasn't a big fan of the collard greens, they were a little vinegary and overly seasoned. There were no side options to choose from either. My son had the award winning pecan fried chicken and he enjoyed it. My other teen had the Mardi Gras pasta with chicken. She stated that the sauce was flavorful but the chicken was bland. My husband tried the gumbo with chicken and said it was a little too salty for his liking. We also tried a couple of appetizers, crab dip and spring rolls. The girls and I had the crab dip, it was delicious but the naan was overcooked on the outside and undercooked on the inside. The guys had the spring rolls and had no complaints. They also offered complimentary biscuits. The waitress inquired about whether we would like to see the dessert menu, so we took a gander and they had great options to choose from but we chose not to have any because we didn't want to be disappointed. All in all, it's definitely worth a try because they have so many options to choose from.

    She Crab Soup
    Lori C.

    First I need to mention our amazing server(Lexie?). If I got it wrong I'm sorry but she was so friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the food was just OK for us. I got the she-crab soup and fried green tomatoes appetizer as my meal. I wasn't super hungry so this sounded like the best choice for me. My husband got the buffet and my mom ordered the she-crab soup and calamari appetizer as her meal. My fried green tomatoes were delicious but I felt the tomato portion was too small and the delicate flavor was lost because of the very strong and generous portion of pimento cheese that was under each tomato. I love pimento cheese but usually with crackers. I can't just eat it straight off a fork so I ended up leaving 2/3 of it behind. My she-crab soup was delicious but as I kept eating it became more and more salty. I didn't use any extra seasoning on it myself either. My mom's calamari was good but it started to get tough to chew pretty quickly and it seemed like it was a frozen product that came already breaded and not made fresh. When you're in a town near the ocean seafood is usually one of the highlights but not for us today. My husband loved the fried chicken from the buffet but that is really the only notable item he mentioned. I think the draw for The Pirate's House for most people is the atmosphere of simply pretending to be eating inside a pirates ship. I get it. It kind of felt like that and there was a kid there all dressed up like pirate having a great time. For me, Lexie made my visit but the food was not worth coming back for.

    Drink menu and bad patch job
    Shad K.

    This place is the definition of tourist trap. Unique old building that's been scabbed on to accommodate large crowds. Mediocre gift shop upstairs with 40-50$ t shirts and trinkets. Food tastes like it was served out of a high school cafeteria. Free cornbread was the highlight of the meal. Salmon came with sweet potatoes and broccoli. Sugar coated hot garbage plate. If you want good food this is not it. If you're looking for a run down building and a hefty price tag with a disappointing tour this is your place...

    Gumbo chicken and shrimp.

    We just arrived in Savanah and were tired and hungry. This was a block from our hotel. What a surprise wonderful high quality meal we had! The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The food came out fast. It was so good, we went back two days later. I loved the gumbo and pecan fried chicken! The placemats were fun to read, as an added bonus!

    Pirates' House Award Winning Pecan Fried Chicken
    Lizabeth Y.

    I'm going to start off by saying that I am visiting Savannah, Georgia for the first time and within a day of my travels, this place was recommended to me twice. At this point, I didn't know if this place was actually that good or if it was a tourist trap. Initially called the restaurant to see if I needed to make reservation orders or if I can walk in, was told that they typically take reservations, but if I were to walk in now, I would be able to get seated. Decided to take our chances and dine in by walking in. There were plenty of seats. Hosts greeted us, but we're not very friendly. Got seated immediately. The table we were at, maybe I was sensitive, but the light that dangles from the ceiling onto the table was not low enough and aligned with our eyes. Uncomfortable honestly. Our server was very quick, you can tell she wasn't trying to work that day. Cornbread was complementary, wasn't very tasty to be honest. Extremely dry, even the jam was helpful. I opted for the New York steak with fries, nothing wow. My boyfriend got the award-winning house fried chicken with pecan sauce on the side. It was pretty good fried chicken, but not something to always come back to. Honestly, we were very disappointed because this place was very overhyped. I'm glad I tried it, but it's not something that I would recommend because it was mediocre.

    Mardi Gras pasta with shrimp
    Gena A.

    My Mardi Gras pasta with shrimp was exceptionally tasty. We had walked all over Savannah and we're hungry and tired, but we did not have reservations, However, they still accommodated us. Our waitress/bartender was very busy. It took her a while to get to us, but it was worth the wait. When I asked what is the green stuff in my food she said I don't know. She had to go ask someone. She might be new. The place is decorated like a pirate ship.

    burger
    Kayli D.

    Being honest, this isn't a place I would've picked but it was great! We were staying nearby and starving and this hit the spot. Easy wheelchair access and its own parking lot. The fried green tomatoes were crispy, big buffet option, the burger loaded with pimento cheese, even pulled pork sliders with pimento cheese! Very southern and delicious. Everyone we talked to was so friendly, and what a cool vibe inside.

    Pirate's House Award Winning Honey Pecan Fried Chicken
    Kylie M.

    This was an amazing dinner! We came for my daughter's 5th birthday . Everyone was so amazing and nice. I got the pecan chicken which was okay it wasn't my favorite but my husband got the shrimp,fish, and fried oysters po/boy which was amazing! The sauce it came with was amazing as well! It was a bit busy when we came but we got a table within 15mins. Our server Donta was so kind and patient when my kiddo was ordering ! We would love to come again and try another dish . Also while we were there we got to tour the whole building which was epic to see all the history from 1751! The gift shop is also a must to hit while your there and take home some pirates gold ;)

    Brunch Buffet
    Kat J.

    Came here for our first meal in Savannah and thought this would be the perfect place to get a variety of southern food. You can order Ala carte or buffet and the buffet lunch prices were super reasonable ($21/adult & $14/kids). There were about 14 dishes to choose from and complementary corn muffins/biscuits. Service was prompt and extremely friendly. Now in terms of food, it was just ok. They were serviceable, nothing to write home about. I am rating it above average due to the great value and friendly service, but the food is probably just about 3 stars. The fried chicken was oversalted on the outside and overcooked. The space is really cool with a fascinating history. Ask for a tour at the end. Fun way to finish the experience

    Charles C.

    Yes, it's touristy and cheesy, but it's a lot of fun in a great atmosphere, and we got in easily. Our server said she had been working there for 15+ years and was a hoot. The food was good. No, not fine dining, but solidly good. The history of the house is really interesting, and the key lime pie for dessert was fantastic

    Outside
    Kika G.

    The ambiance of this restaurant is all things pirate! Walking into this place feels like stepping back in time. The floors and walls are wooden as with the hostess table. They had an open chest with a booty of lollipops. When we got to the table we noticed the children's menu doubled as a pirate hat, mustache, and earrings. What a cute touch! The little one tried & loved the She Crab Soup. We all enjoyed the Honey Pecan Fried Chicken and the Crab Cake & Broiled Shrimp. The 3 of us left full with leftovers.

    Alan N.

    The honey pecan fried chicken is actually pretty fire. It was delicious. Prices weren't that high. It's a famous house that used to serve to pirates. There are some cool artifacts and remains of the old pirates building. You can get a 2-5 minute tour of it at the end of your meal. It's free... although they ask for tips. The honey pecan fried chicken is ONLY for dinner. After 4pm. Before that, it is only the lunch special which has a very different menu. Pressable penny by the entrance across from the hostess

    Our table spread
    Beth G.

    Had a great lunch. Was disappointed there weren't more displays in the bar area. There is a good explanation on the placemats. Our waiter was awesome. Crab cake had a lot of filler. The shrimp was good. Would go again.

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    Do they take reservations?

    Yes

    How is the buffet is the food good what does it come with?

    Did not have the buffet but it looked so good and smelled even better. We went for an early lunch with a group of people so we all ordered off the menu.

    Is outdoor area dog friendly?

    From I saw , there were some seating on the outside and can't see there being an issue as far as pets go. You can always call the main number or reservations and sure they can answer this question further.

    What time do the pirate's house open?

    11 am

    What are the hours for the buffet?

    11am-3pm

    Is the buffet open?

    Yes! We were there in late September for lunch, and the buffet was open. It was fantastic

    Are y'all open on thanksgiving?

    Yes, they are open on Thanksgiving. They serve a huge, grande buffet only. No menu service. I suggest making a reservation in early September. That may seem early but the time slots fill up fast before October. It is reservation only that day. 11AM… 

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    The main dining room we were sitting in upstairs before it got crowded
    The main dining room we were sitting in upstairs before it got crowded
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    Dining area
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    Front of staff - the lady in the grey shirt is disengaged.
    Front of staff - the lady in the grey shirt is disengaged.
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    Strawberry spread and cornbread
    Geneva's Famous Chicken and Cornbread

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    4.4
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    Well worth the walk and the price. The salmon tonight, which I had on an amazing caesar salad, is…read morethe best I have ever had. Skin on and pan fried to crispy perfection- any and all complements to the chef. In addition to the delicious food, the ambiance was relaxing yet classy. 10/10 would recommend and will be back!

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    Coffee bar (and inner bar)
    Coffee bar (and inner bar)
    Chef-Curated Dishes Made with Local Ingredients
    Chef-Curated Dishes Made with Local Ingredients
    Brunch menu served daily from 7am-2pm

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    Brunch menu served daily from 7am-2pm

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