Food was amazing, we had JALAPEÑO POPPER CHICKEN grilled & sliced chicken breast, roasted garlic & jalapeño whipped cream cheese, hoagie roll with red grapes and pineapple slices. Husband had CLAM LINGUINI crispy pancetta, sweet peas, classic white wine & garlic butter broth, fresh herbs. We sat outside, next to the sidewalk. We had our puppy with us. They brought him water. Patio furniture was comfortable. Our waitress, Nicole, was great. No complaints. Will go back here when we are in town. read more

See all

Let me preface this review by saying that I love The Public and it's one of my go-to places to bring friends visiting from out of town. Unfortunately, my experience last night left a bad taste in my mouth. We were seated in the lower dining room. Everything was going well with good service and delicious drinks... and then I spotted a cockroach crawling under our table. Of course, we are in the south & I am willing to overlook the odd roach here and there. However, when a second one emerged from the hallway, my confidence that this was just a one-off incident tanked. By the time our food arrived, our focus had been diverted to be on roach alert. Unfortunately, the food also missed the mark--overly salty and bland at the same time. None of this aligns with The Public I know and love, so I am really hoping this was just an off night. Might be taking a break from this place for a while. read more

One of our favorite places to eat in Savannah. They don't accept reservations, so get there a little early and then go on a walk. Their shrimp and grits continues to be the best in Savannah (imo). The sausage and sauce sets it apart. Enjoyed the linguine with clams (wish they had a little more pasta in it, but I digress). On a different visit - I had a ricotta gnocchi dish with shaved brussel sprouts that was amazing - reminded me more of a take on a ravioli, so good - please bring that dish back!!!!! read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Linguine with clams - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

Oh gosh where to start other than how amazing this restaurant is. We came on a Sunday night and were seated outside right away. Thankfully they have fans outside so it can blow directly onto you so we sat comfy throughout our meal. For drinks I can't remember what I got but it was fantastic. We got the burrata which is a super small appetizer to split between two people but that's about it. However it was tasty and I'm kind of glad of how small it was so it didn't ruin dinner. Our server was great and was able to help us narrow down our choices and so happy they suggested the butterfish because it was the best fish I've had in a long time. The salsa pairing was perfect and the rice was a coconut type of rice that just made you feel like you were on a beach. The plantains were also good but the fish was the real star. I would highly recommend people come here and I definitely would try it again if I was in the area just to try another one of their amazing looking dishes. read more

See all

This was a very nice dinner spot! We learned that the menu changes every so often, so I would recommend looking at the menu on their website. The bartender said they were changing it in a couple weeks and the only thing that stays the same is the shrimp and grits and some variation of burger (different toppings). The ricotta gnocchi was a very light tasting meal, though it was very filling. The gnocchi was very soft, which I didn't particularly love, but the sausage on top was a great addition for some sort of protein (sausage came with the meal - not added). The shrimp and grits was very nice. The sauce was very smooth and creamy. The pork loin was cooked great, no pink, and was still very juicy. The sauce on top was also creamy and meshed well with the pork. There was bar seating, seating next to the bar by the window, a downstairs seating area, and outdoor seating (great if you have a dog). I wish I could give this place a 4.5, but they are definitely still deserving of a 5. I would definitely come back here! read more

See all

Hands down one of my favorite spots in Georgia. Their Savannah Shrimp & Grits is ultra creamy, rich, generously seasoned, with plump, juicy shrimp - the kind of dish you keep thinking about every single day after you try it. It was so good that on our final day in town, we came back just to see it again. The Savory Brined Grilled Pork also left us pleasantly surprised - it's so tender! On our second visit, we tried to be adventurous and ordered the Seafood Mac and Seared Salmon. They were okay. We should've stayed loyal. (When a dish is that good, don't cheat on it.) Also, if the server offers a Soup of the Day that involves the words "tomato" and "bisque," nod your head, say yes, get it. It's a super comforting and yummy appetizer. Ambiance felt perfect for date night. Service was a bit of a gamble, with some servers super attentive and others going MIA. Moral of the story: if you come here, order the shrimp & grits. And if you're smart, order it again. read more

See all

We loved this beautiful restaurant with great outdoor seating both on the ground level and roof. Really nice non alcoholic and alcoholic cocktail list. My shrimp feaux boy sandwich was delicious as was the street corn salad. Our server was super friendly and fun. By Savannah standards it wasn't too expensive. Definitely will go back! read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

Enjoyed dinner on the outdoor patio! We started with cocktails - Hot Pants (amazing) and Green Monster (good if you like cucumber). For dinner, we had the NY Strip steak (highly recommend), pasta Bolognese, shrimp and grits, and smothered pork loin. Everything was really good, but the steak stole the show. read more

See all

The service was great and loved the ambience. The food was good as well. The kids had chicken tenders and fries while my husband and I split the Reuben sandwich with truffle fries. read more

See all

Friends of ours told us to visit The public while in Savannah. The meal and service did not disappoint. They sat on the outdoor deck upstairs with live music, which was very enjoyable. I had the shrimp and grits in my husband had Hawaiian butterfish , both were deliciously prepared! Enjoy read more

See all

Service was very friendly and I enjoyed outdoor dining in this location. The food was good, although my burger was overcooked. Despite very friendly service it was a bit slow. I'd return and try other things and for sure an easy go-to in the downtown area! read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Spinach salad - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

This is THE best food my husband and I have ever had, and we are avid food lovers. We got the duck confit and the shrimp and grits, along with a side of garlic whipped potatoes and the Crimson Supernova cocktail. The duck is slow cooked in its own fat for three days, if I'm remembering what the waitress said correctly. It was so tender that it fell apart with barely a touch of my knife. It was flavored immaculately and paired with toasted farro, roasted potatoes and carrots, and an apricot chutney. After the first bite, I could have fallen over, it was so delicious. The shrimp and grits had a rich, creamy sauce with a slight spiciness to it and depth of flavor that I can't even explain with words. There were pieces of sausage and grape tomato in the sauce that elevated it even further, and the grits almost had a whipped texture to them. The garlic mashed potatoes were the best I've ever had. They weren't as light as I had expected, but they had an even, heavy garlic flavor throughout with a perfect amount of pepper to add that full-bodied depth to a dish. Lastly, the drink: I've never had anything like it. I don't like cinnamon too much, but there was an almost powdery cinnamon sugar rim that wasn't too strong. The drink was very tart and shocking at the first sip, but by the second, I was in love. It had a fruity and flowery taste that meshed so insanely well with the mezcal smokiness. I wish I lived closer to this restaurant so that I could keep coming back. There was also a live performer named Cyril Durant that was playing guitar and singing while we were there, and I could not believe how amazing his voice was. Lastly, the atmosphere was sublime. The temperature was cool with a breeze, and it had just gotten dark outside when we got there. We sat on the roof and just looked over the city streets with the ambient lighting from the restaurant and street lamps and couldn't have been happier. Coming here is a memory that my husband and I will never forget. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Garlic Mash - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

First time here and was able to get a rooftop seat. Had a musician playing good music. Service was awesome. Had the Public Burger. Ordered it medium, was overcooked to medium-well and a little dry. Good flavor though. Fries on point, beer cold. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Rooftop beverages - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Slightly upscale restaurant in downtown Savannah. Portions are small but the taste and presentation is very good. We enjoyed our time here and looking to come back again. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Broken pesto pasta with chicken - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

The food was delicious. Service great. Unfortunately, the volume of noise inside the restaurant, particularly up by the bar, made dining there very uncomfortable. I am surprised not to see this mentioned more often in the reviews of this place. read more

Outstanding restaurant!!! The service was wonderful! Our servers were very kind, friendly and attentive. The ambiance was relaxed. And the food was sheer perfection! I had the Castaway cocktail. Yummy times five!! Our servers spoke highly of the shrimp and grits dish and mentioned that it won an award. Well I see why it did!!! I ate it slowly because I didn't want it to end. Lol If you visit Savannah, eat here and thank me later. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Castaway handcrafted cocktail. So tasty! And strong too. - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

Great first start! Hosts were welcoming, server was enthusiastic, atmosphere was...interesting. I had the Southern Bruschetta, my companion had the Pesto Chopped Salad. My Bruschetta was fine, but reminded me of something my grandmother would make for guests when she didn't have the time or energy to make something "nice." Toasted baguette slides, pimento cheese, and chopped bacon. Basic no-effort Southern potluck fare. The salad was good, like a Green Goddess salad with extra basil. Quite enjoyable, actually. For dinner, we shared the "Best in Savannah 8 years in a row" shrimp and grits. Baffling. This was not award-winning food. Far too much chorizo. It overpowered every other flavor in the dish. The grits themselves did not taste at all like the advertised cheddar and bacon...but of course, it would be hard to tell under all that chorizo. I detected exactly one pea. I hope the kitchen was just off. Shared a sweet corn creme caramel. No. Just no. It was an affront to creme caramel everywhere. The texture was perfect. The flavor was like eating canned cream corn mixed with brown sugar. Our so sweet server was SO determined that we would like everything that I didn't have the heart to tell her how disappointing our meal was. I'd love to know if that is an actual business strategy. Seven days of amazing food in Savannah and we ended up with this for our final meal. What a letdown. read more

The Public Kitchen what a few steps down from where I was visiting in Savannah so I stopped in for dinner on my last day. I came early afternoon and decided to sit outside. I highly recommending sitting on the terrace to look out over the street. I ordered the shrimp and grits and a glass of wine. The shrimp & grits were so good, some of the best I've ever had. I there's a choice, choose the shrimp & grits; no regrets. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Shrimp & grits with a view. - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

Went here for a last-minute dinner on a Sunday night and it was crowded! We were able to be seated inside after a 10 minute wait. They have live music on the roof on Sundays and Tuesdays, which is very fun. The service was nice and consistent. We split a salad, brussels sprouts, and burger with truffle fries. The brussels sprouts were genuinely some of the best that I've ever had and I would come back here just to get those. They have a really fun menu with a lot of seasonal items and I would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting Savannah. It was a super easy dinner and seemed like a consistent place! read more

See all

Listen! This place was phenomenal! Highly recommend especially on a cold day. I had the BEST spiced apples grilled cheese with Parmesan truffle fries, my son had the shrimp and grits (very southern, absolutely delicious), and my boyfriend had the Philly cheesesteak sandwich, which he really enjoyed. The service was exceptional. Everyone worked as a team and was willing/ready to assist and help any guest. The ambiance was great. We dined on the bottoms level which as a Floridian was really cool to be in a sort of basement vibe. Very moody atmosphere. Highly recommend this place! I'm looking to move to Savannah soon and would love to work here one day, I do offer my assistance to more than serving. read more

Amazing food and service! On such a beautiful Savannah evening, we were so fortunate to get a table on the upstairs balcony. It's such a lovely vibe with white lights in the trees and a nice view of the block. Our server Lilly, was so lovely and attentive. The food was AMAZING! Everyone loved their selections. Shrimp & grits is a must try when in Savannah! The Public makes a delicious presentation. We were not particularly hungry, more of late evening snack. Roasted garlic & bread appetizer is unique & delicious! We had a berry Salad & ceasar salad and shared some shrimp & grits. Always room for dessert, cant remember what it was..but it was delicious. Dining outside was so lovely. Cannot wait to come back when we are hungry and experience a full meal read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Dinner ok the balcony - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

My family and I came here in the afternoon on a Thursday. We had to wait about 15 minutes for a table, even though it was the middle of the week in an off hour for lunch. They do not have a parking lot, but street parking is fairly readily available. We placed at a table on the rooftop, which was charming. To access the roof, though, you do have to climb a flight of stairs that are outside the restaurant. Our party had six adults and three babies, in the server was very accommodating. He helped us get hot water for bottles and they got high chairs for all the kids. I'm pretty sure that they don't keep high chairs on the roof, so we really appreciated that they accommodated our seating requests and needs most of our party ordered different soups and sandwiches with one person ordering the shrimp and grits dinner. Everything was very good and came out in a quick amount of time. I had the grilled cheese, which was exceptional and my husband said his Cuban sandwich was the best he's ever had in his life. Our children shared a spaghetti and meatballs dinner from the kids menu. They knew that we were splitting it for three children so they gave us three different plates. The only thing I would've hoped they would've done differently. It was split it for us. Overall, the lunch prices were reasonable, and the food was really good. I would definitely come back here if we were visiting from out of town again. read more

Ok, it lived up to the hype! Yes, there are no reservations. Yes, it was busy and can take a long time to get a table. No, Artillery is not an easy place to kill time (they're a mess). Just go to the DeSoto and have a drink there instead. Once your table is ready you'll have a great meal that's reasonably priced. We shared apps and entrees and thought everything was good to great. They're known for their Shrimp and Grits. They were good but I wouldn't order again. Just my 2 cents. read more

See all

I've dined here before and expected to see a rotating seasonal menu, which we did on this occasion. Our server was sweet and attentive, giving us the full "schpeel" on soup, catch of the day, etc. The restaurant seating in the lower room is nice, intimate with tables not too close and dim lighting. Both my sister and I ordered the catch of the day, Swordfish. The plates came and were very bland looking. The bacon-leek sauce was a bit too salty and the fennel bulb wasn't even green. If you eat first with your eyes, this dish would have failed miserably. As for taste, the swordfish itself was good, but would have been better accompanied by a citrus burblanc type sauce, with more colorful vegetables and at the very least a sprinkle of green parsley. In my opinion, for what it's worth. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Swordfish with fennel and roasted cauliflower - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

Dined at The Public Kitchen & Bar in Savannah and loved it. The menu was new so I was excited to try out a few new additions. The salmon bruschetta starter was fresh and on some deliciously toasted bread. The New York strip was cooked to temp and had great flavor. My wife got the bolognaise and she thought it was good but a little fennel heavService was attentive and friendly, and the location on Liberty Street is ideal, with great outdoor seating. A fantastic spot for elevated casual dining. Will return. read more

See all

This was our last stop in Savannah on our way out and I'm so glad it was! Matt got their soup special which was really good and I got the Caesar salad which was pretty good. The star of the show was of course - the shrimp and grits. Those were unreal. So tasty. A little bit of heat but not too much! Made with chorizo sausage which I usually don't even like - it was amazing. The sauce was so flavorful. Like wow. I'm stunned. I'm coming back here for this dish!! Other restaurants take notes!!! We did get stuck in the rain sitting on the patio, the downpour came on very quick and Matt got pretty soaked but they gave us a new soup since his was full of rain water which was very nice. read more

See all

Great place for a quick, calm lunch downtown. Ordered the spinach and Brussels salad with added chicken. While it was tasty, I thought it odd that the chicken was hot and the Brussels cold. There were only half a dozen within the salad so not a big deal but it was freezing outside so it made me feel the chill a little bit more. Minus one star because it was absolutely frigid in the dining room and every single customer had their winter jacket still on while eating ( myself included ) I'll be back, but probably when it's much warmer out . read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Spinach & Brussels Salad ( with added chicken) - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Had a wonderfully tasty lunch at The Public. Started with hummus and veggies - large plate of fresh cut veggies and a good sized portion of homemade hummus - delicious. For mains we had the smoked Gouda burger (which may now well be my favorite burger on the planet) and the red curry vegetables (a little spicy but great taste). Service by Joseph was top notch. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Red curry - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

Cute little neighbor restaurant. Love the aesthetic. The menu you had multiple good options. Our waitress was great. She helped us decide on drinks and food options by giving her recommend recommendations and what items were the most popular. I chose the paella and it was delicious. The star of the show was the Keylime pie though. Should've ordered two. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Paella - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

From top to bottom, this was one of the best dining experiences I've had. Jaylynn, my server was probably the kindest and most attentive server that I've ever had. Between walking me through the menu, offering great recommendations and checking up on me an appropriate amount of times, they were absolutely amazing. The shrimp and grits are worth the hype. I'm not the biggest fan of shrimp, but this dish is absolutely amazing. It's a perfect combination of chorizo, grits, and shrimp. Paired with the sourdough bread this dish is hard to pass up if you are here. The soup of the day was a chicken and vegetable soup and tasted fantastic as well. The restaurant is well appointed, super clean, has a great waitstaff, and amazing food. This is one of the restaurants that you won't have ANY FOMO after visiting. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Soup of the Day - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

We stopped for a late lunch on a beautiful afternoon in Savannah. It was our first meal in the historic city. We weren't necessarily greeted with the gracious hospitality so often touted in the South. That said, our street-side table was prepared quickly. After we ordered, the wait began. And after the food finally arrived to the table, additional condiments took even more time (we expected ketchup to be served with the fries). My daughters enjoyed the Splat sandwich and the Mussels. My husband and I split the Pesto Chopped salad and the Public Burger. The salad was fine (though I would not order it again) but the burger patty was small, overcooked, and flavorless. The fries with Truffle oil and Parmesan were the only thing we really enjoyed. If I ever dine here again, we'll try the Shrimp & Grits as it's their signature dish. Regretfully, I trusted the Yelp reviews on the Public Burger. Perhaps the kitchen was having an off day. read more

Great date night spot! Dimmer lighting and candles helped add some ambiance. Our server was really bright and bubbly. She was very honest and made great recommendations. As for the food: Caesar salad -- Beware! If you're not obsessed with the taste of anchovies RUN THE OTHER DIRECTION. Each bite tastes like the sea. Very, very fishy. The steak, potatoes, and green beans was a solid choice. But I wouldn't lose any sleep over it. The apple cider cake donut wasn't bad! Buuuuut, it wasn't amazing. The dessert was really dense and lacked the softness and airiness I look for in a donut. And for the crowd pleaser: the shrimp and grits! Let me start off by saying, I HATE grits. Never ordered it. Never wanted it. Never THOUGHT about it. But these? May they haunt me for all eternity. They are VERY deserving of the best shrimp & grits in Savannah 8 years in a row. I'd have 3 bowls of that, breakfast lunch and dinner for months and be perfectly content . Hard to have anything but a great experience with those shrimp and grits in the mix! read more

See all

Public is a solid choice for a casual but nice dinner. Has a good modern vibe and decent (not extensive) menu selection. We were looking for a nice spot for dinner after a show at the Savannah Theatre. This place is only a couple of blocks away. Chicken Satay for starter was excellent. 2 skewers of tasty curried chicken with tabbouleh. For entree, I had the Savory Brined Grilled Pork with polenta. It was huge and delicious. Cooked perfectly. My dinner date had the Salmon which was also cooked well. Reminder- The Public does not take reservations so plan for a bit of a wait. But it's worth it. Overall a solid choice. read more

Waited more than an hour for a table because the kitchen was backed up... Lots of empty tables. Finally was seated, waitress was friendly and knowledgeable. Lots of menu items were not available as they are reportedly changing the menu tomorrow. Not sure if that means we ate the food that was on the tail end of fresh. When ordering, stated my son had a dairy allergy. Asked for steak to be prepared without butter. Server agreed. When entrees were served, steak arrived with a large slab of butter on top. Sent back to the kitchen. Of our 3 other entrees, the fish of the day, the salmon, and the bolognese were all ok. Nothing special but edible, and by this point we were all pretty hungry. By the time the new steak was presented, half of us had finished our entrees. Wasn't sure if the string beans the steak were served with were cooked in butter, and our server didn't check in on us until we were all done. We received an apology and the check. I had to stop to pick up snacks on the way home for my family. We only had one night in town. What a bummer to have spent it here. Edited to add. My son developed allergy symptoms after eating here. They likely wiped the butter off the steak and served it to him anyway - or there was butter on the string beans or fingerling potatoes. Removing another star. read more

Best shrimp and grits I've ever had. This will be a must stop place when I'm in town. One of my favorite places in Savannah. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Savannah Shrimp & Grits - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

We entered through what I perceived to be the side door and we were directed to go to the front door where the hosting stand was outside. We were greeted by the hostess and seated almost immediately. The dining area was very nice and cozy although when another party was seated next to us things got kinda tight we all were cool with working together, but I can see you wear sometimes two tops definitely can get kind of tight. Our server was crow. He introduced himself told us to specials and gave us his recommendations upon request. I decided to get the pasta Bolognese and my friend decided to get the shrimp and grits and did not take long for our food to come out. It was piping hot and we were ready to enjoy. I tried my friend shrimp and grits and they were good. I definitely plan to try those. Although the pasta bolognese was prepared to perfection it lacked the flavor I expected. I would try it again.. read more

Great service & large portions, but some dishes were not to our taste & were not proportioned well. The Brussel sprouts were made with sausage. The sausage itself was tasty but we found it an odd pairing with an overall taste which we didn't appreciate. The sprouts were soggy, not crispy. The chicken curry was good but in our opinion, there was a tiny amount of rice compared to the rest of the dish. The sausage with pasta was the best dish of the visit, with a tasty sauce and crisp red pepper strips -- though not enough peppers to match the rest of the dish. These issues could have brought this to a 3-star review but we recognize that some of our issues are subjective & may not be problems for others. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Curry Chicken - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

We all liked our food. Everything was very good. The drinks and service were amazing. Our waitress was vibrant with a great energy. I got the Broken Pesto Pasta and a couple whiskey based cocktails. The ambience was upscale trendy but I still felt comfortable with our kids there. We sat on the rooftop patio with an amazing view of beautiful oak trees and their Spanish moss. I've been to Savannah numerous times and I'm starting to think this might be my favorite neighborhood. So glad we made it to the Public Kitchen. read more

Sat on the rooftop deck and listened to acoustic guitar music and had a fantastic meal. The shrimp and grits was the best we ever had and we are snobs when it comes to S&G. The sauce was spicy and loaded with seafood flavor. The burger was a delicious, cooked to perfection, and served on a great brioche bun. Beer and wine were great pairings and Victoria was a fabulous server. Don't sleep on this gem. read more

The Public Kitchen & Bar - Mushroom Swiss Burger - Bars Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

See all

Casual ambiance. Attentive service. Shrimp & grits was delicious . Salads were good. Fries could have been crispier. The variety and quality of the wines by the glass option was terrific. This seems to be a popular spot to grab a bite when strolling in the neighborhood. read more

See all