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Came in on Valentine's Day for love music and wasn't disappointed. The drinks were made perfectly…read moreand the vibes were immaculate. Service was also quick, especially for a busy night like V-Day. That's always a plus when the quality of service and food/drinks isn't affected by the big crowds. Theres a pool table and darts for anyone interested.

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4.5(411 reviews)

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How this place doesn't have a Michelin star is beyond me, been here about 6 times since march, i am…read moreimpressed by the food and service every time. Are they slower sometimes due to the amount of people and drinks? Sure but still amazing experience nonetheless. My last meal would be from here

Crab cake

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The Study at Reids Apothecary

4.8(6 reviews)

0.3 mi

A really cool speakeasy. The fact that you have to get a password and enter through the back makes…read moreit very authentic! I also liked that they provided some table games to play. Can get busy on the weekends and the line for the bar takes a while. The drinks are good but I wish their cocktail menu was bigger. They have live music which is cool, but unfortunately it's just too loud. The area is small and there's no way to get away from the music and you can barely hear each other talk. I would appreciate it if they would either turn down the volume or pick a style of music that fits the speakeasy theme better, like jazz or acoustic.

Nice atmosphere and live band. Love the chocolate infused bourbon. It was first Friday and Fourth…read moreof July!! Crazy busy outside.

Mary's Bramble

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3.3(3 reviews)

4.7 mi

Absolutely my favorite place in town. Been coming here for years! Great prices, drinks, staff, and…read moreevents! ALWAYS a great time!

#brunswick service is wonderful, great place to meet friends. There should be a night that's 21+read more

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Downtown Cooter Brown's

4.2(38 reviews)

We ordered the frickles and fried mushrooms. Both were crispy and delicious. I ordered the fried…read moreflounder and fried shrimp. Both were scrumptious. Fried to perfection and seasoned beautifully. My husband ordered the burnt ends link and was impressed. He said it was juicy and delicious. The only thing I would slightly criticize is the fries. They were seasoned fries but they weren't crispy. They just needed to be fried again or fried longer. Also, our waitress was attentive and extremely pleasant. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

Friday afternoon, here is what we liked: * Immediate seating…read morefor a big group. Was much busier by the time we left. *They know how to serve a beer, nice and cold. *Liked the coleslaw, sweet flavor. * The chicken and waffles were good, nice piece of chicken and the strawberry butter. What could of been better: *The buffalo tots- just soggy tots. Had lots of chicken but the soggy tots *Fried pickles just not crisp, limp and soggy. Paired well with the soggy tots. *Collard greens, just dull and little flavor, * The BLT had bacon that was inspiring. Bacon is a delicious, this was just chewy cardboard. *The hot dog was a greasy sausage with a bun that wasn't the freshest. Was really disappointed with this item, Overall we had a good time, waitstaff was friendly. Would definitely stop in for a cold beer and chicken strips. The rest was a no for me.

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1509 Brunswick

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Arrived at 5pm (opening time) on a Saturday…read more Promptly seated at bar (our preference). Staff was energetic and fun. We got to see their preparations for the evening rush. Shared appetizer of Beef Carpaccio and entrée of Snapper with Pea Risotto. Everything was good. The risotto was a bit "crunchy" but edible with excellent flavor. Will be coming back.

At first this was hard to find. It sits on the second floor of the building. What a nice place…read more They provide indoor seating and a full bar. They also offer an outside covered patio seating. Then you can go to the rooftop with some decent views and nice seating. The staff was wonderful. Not sure they could be any better. What a great experience. Food was fabulous. Not sure you can get anything that would taste bad. The starters were great. The bread was delicious. The cauliflower was sweet and delicious. The meals were fantastic and the desert was amazing. If you're in town you need to stop here.

Patio!

Bone-in Prime Rib, Ceasar Salad, Rolls, Mashed Potatoes, and Brussel Spouts. We both shared this meal.

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Rooftop lounge. They also sell cigars to smoke on Rooftop.

Silver Bluff Brewing

4.7(70 reviews)

My 3rd stop here on the way back to FL and it has consistently been grand. Great indoor space &…read moreoutdoor beer garden, very efficient & nice service and always good brews. I sampled the Piercing Point Juicy pale ale and the seasonal peach and went with Piercing Pt. I also enjoyed the curated pkg of "bar snacks" with a nice blend of crunchy & nuts as well as funding a deserving charity.

Stopped in for a quick drink. I tried the mojito seltzer which was pretty good- had a nice hint of…read morelime. My husband tried a few samples and he Decided on the heferweizen. He said it was a good wheat beer. The two female bartenders were friendly and service was quick. The inside is very nice. Big Comfy chairs. They have a large Beer garden area outside that looked great but it was raining so we sat inside. They also had a food truck right outside in case you wanted food. We will definitely be back and I want to check out that beer garden area.

Holiday Hazy Limited

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This was our first time here, and we had a fantastic experience. The atmosphere is incredibly…read morerelaxed and inviting. The staff is exceptional, especially the bartender. She crafted some incredible drinks and was incredibly friendly and welcoming. We're definitely planning to return.

My girls and I came here to hang and grab a drink . The vibe was super chill ! The bartenders were…read moresuper nice as well .

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Rafters Blues & Raw Bar

3.6(22 reviews)

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Great drinks, didn't try the food! Music was loud and atmosphere gave dive-bar which we love…read more Nothing too touristy, definitely a regular spot for locals. We sat at the bar and played keno and Kenny made us feel like locals when we're from out of town!

My friends and I stopped into Rafters for an afternoon beer while waiting for our check-in time at…read moreour AirBnB. It was fine. But what struck me as very odd, was that there was no music or background noise whatsoever. It was like we were in a library that served beer. There were a few people at the bar and you could easily hear what everyone was saying. I was very aware of the noise level and it didn't feel comfortable speaking at a normal volume. At some point I have to imagine some sort of music gets played. It's just not in the mid afternoon. I will say the service was friendly and fast. The didn't have any beer on draft which was kind of a bummer. I might dip in again at night. But I don't see myself showing up again mid afternoon. It was super awkward and weird.

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Cactus Mexican Restaurant

4.4(36 reviews)

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Coming home from Florida we went surfing the web for a Mexican restaurant on the way home to…read moreSavannah. Found Cactus Mexican Restaurant in Brunswick, GA. A short distance from I 95, this place will not disappoint. It is by far the most authentic and delicious food I e had in at least 20 years. Everything about this establishment is A+. From the food, the service,, the atmosphere, the drinks and probably the cleanest rest rooms I e ever been in, other than my own. Please do yourself a huge favor and try this establishment out, you will not be sorry and honestly you'll probably THANK ME!!

Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5…read morePresentation: 5 Quantity: 5 Food: 3-5 Meats: 3 Salsa: 1 We ordered two entrées: the cactus fajitas and the Carne Asada. Both were excellent, except for the meats which you seem to have a dated taste. The shrimp, in the case of the cactus fajita tasted a bit off as if it was out of date.

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Angie Y.

15 years ago

I've eaten at Tipsy's several times since its opening weekend. This place was INSTANTLY the most popular bar in Historic Downtown Brunswick. The bartenders fresh squeeze juice for each cocktail made, the beers on tap are quality craft beers, and they have an excellent selection of wines. The bar has beautiful windows that overlook a huge old oak tree in a recently renovated town square. The park makes Tipsy's a perfect place to let kids play while mom and dad enjoy the company of friends and family. Now the food. Yummmm!!! My favorite was the garden flatbread with house made pesto, until I had the green gobbler turkey sandwich with house made guacamole. Then I had the veggie burger. This is not your typical, black bean/boca burger type veggie burger. It, too, is house made with chick peas. It is, by far, the best veggie burger I've ever had. The funky chips are a great appetizer and the onion rings will bring to mind memories of the Varsity (but less greasy). The owner and staff want everyone to be happy. They are less than a month old and are slammed at lunch every day and at dinner every weekend. Did I mention the live music on Friday and Saturday nights? This place is already wonderful, but I can't wait to see what will happen once the rhythm that only time brings sets in. Tipsy McSway's is a welcome addition to downtown Brunswick. read more

Ryan S.

14 years ago

I had an awesome time at Tipsy McSway's. We went on a Tuesday to check out some mid-week things...Tipsy had advertised an open musician night where they come and play...did not expect much for entertainment. Wow...great musicians who come and pretty much donate their time. There was one entire band in particular that took the stage called Stone Groove, they were excellent and rocked the bar. I had a great time, the bar manager Susan made our party feel welcomed. We had several dishes everyone liked it especially great was the Tipsy Burger and steak meal. Our waitress was consistently checking to make sure we had drinks, water, food, ran our tab with class. What a great night, with great music which you dont have to pay any cover for...believe me as good as that band played I would have in a second. There is also a regular house band that plays too. If you are looking for a mid-week break night out that will not cost a fortune but is quality then check out the place. There is also a great little park next door with a beautiful live oak, I hear there is music played there as well. I an definetely a fan of Typsy's McSway's. read more

Sharon G.

15 years ago

It's obvious that owner, Susan and son, Jason, with a lot of hard work, have transformed a space that was once an ordinary type diner into an incredibly classy bar and pub. Freshly prepared food which includes salads, burgers, smash dog, handmade pretzels and sandwiches are just a few of the menu offerings. And the onion rings? You won't find those battered institutional straight from the freezer ones here. They're the real deal at Tipsy's with a golden light crunchy crust that is, well, delicious. Made to order drinks are prepared with juices from freshly squeezed fruit and the beer selection is very good. The weekend live bands set the stage for a great place to meet up with friends and meet new ones while enjoying the charm of downtown Brunswick. The wait staff has always been exceptionally friendly and accommodating. Great job, Susan and Jason!! read more

Wallace J.

15 years ago

Tipsy's is more than just a watering hole! Situated in a beautifully rustic nineteenth century building in historic Brunswick, Tipsy McSway's overlooks one of the Signature Square parks that dot the downtown area. The food here is freshly prepared and worlds better than the typical pub fare. From a fresh pesto based flatbread sandwich to onion rings that rival any I've had, everything has been fantastic. There are craft brews a plenty and cocktails made with fresh flair, all by a very attentive bartender staff. With a small stage and room to dance, there is top notch live music every weekend. The owner, Susan, her son Jason, and the entire staff exude energy. The crowd here welcomes all and never have I seen so many smiles in one place. One caution though, watch out for the South African "Wildman"! read more

Lori P.

15 years ago

After riding my bike around the beautiful South End of Brunswick, I continued to Tipsy's for dinner. Parked my bike out front and was greeted at the door by customers walking out with smiles on their faces. Sat down at the bar and placed my order, (someone was there in about 5 seconds). Enjoyed seeing friends that stopped by for a drink or an appetizer, they are even dog friendly! When my food arrived, chicken fingers and fries, I commented that I will not be able to eat all of this. 3 HUGE pieces of fried chicken, (not chicken stuff) and a pile of french fries. Could not eat it all and I got a to-go box. Had a little snack about 9 p.m. and even cold the fries were yummy! All was good! read more

Rosemary K.

15 years ago

All of our locals and many of our tourists love Tipsy's! The food is very good (love the Titanic salad and delicious onion rings!) and the beer and wine selection is excellent. I also love the fact that if you order a cocktail involving juice, it is fresh-squeezed at the bar! There's music on the weekends, and a delightful city park right outside to enjoy some cool evening air. I have never found the staff to be in any way discourteous, in fact, they try very hard to make sure all is well at the table. In Tipsy We Trust! read more

Pat C.

11 years ago

Came here the other night for drinks and was not disappointed. They had 4 craft beers on tap and a wide selection of whiskeys. I had a old fashion made by Davis.(I highly recommend you try anything this bartender makes. He is a true bartender.) Was a nice little bar in a dying downtown area. It is a must do for anyone passing thru who is looking for a watering hole that is as friendly as their own bar. I will be back read more

Caity P.

15 years ago

Since it is such a new place, the food takes a little while to get to the table, but it is ABSOLUTELY delicious and the servers are always smiling and helpful. The bar atmosphere is also wonderful and it has become one of my favorite places to go on the weekend!! Nothing but love for this place read more

Yenal E.

15 years ago

This is a new, local, neighborhood bar and grill. We stopped in recently and had a great time enjoying the live entertainment and delicious food. The bands even played outside in an adjacent park. We'll return on our next visit to the Golden Isles! read more

Matt H.

15 years ago

Awesome place! The food is great, the staff is stellar, and the atmosphere is laid back and chill - just my style! They got Guinness on tap, and their Funky Chips are the way to top off a nice relaxing Happy Hour. read more

David S.

1 year ago

When I look up a restaurant for info, I do not want to waste time rerouted to an app that needs to be downloaded and then start looking. It's a waste of my time. The restaurant is what I wanted , not another app. read more

Donna H.

15 years ago

I visited Tipsy McSway's on 3-17-2012 around 10 pm. The food was awesome, the service was fantastic and the band was incredible. What a great time. I will recommend Tipsy's to everyone. read more

Lois H.

15 years ago

Tipsy's ROCKS!!!!! Wonderful food, love the Grilled Cheese sandwich and tomato soup ... Better then Mom used to make! Service included the best smiling faces in town! read more

Christy C.

15 years ago

I've been to Tipsy's six or seven times since their opening night last month. I have consistently had great food and service. The nachos and funky chips are awesome! read more

Brie H.

5 years ago

Amazing food. Great staff. Fun atmosphere. We go for lunch, dinner, trivia nights, etc and always have a great experience. Susan and her team are awesome! read more

Albert W.

5 years ago

It was a bar full of people, and a long line to get to the bathrooms. Like a football game. Only pot for men and women to use. they should put outhouses. read more

Jeff H.

11 years ago

Not your typical bar with bar food. It's been 2 weeks since my visit and I am still taking about the fried potato salad. It's worth the drive and visit read more

Jamye S.

10 years ago

Food, ambiance & service - top notch! Great little gem in this town, absolutely loved it & look forward to going back. Great spot, great vibes! Loved it! read more

Ann P.

4 years ago

Great food and great service! My husband and I both had different sandwiches and shared half of each. We will be back.

Kenneth S.

4 years ago

Just another tourist trap, too expensive,slowwww service and the owner is not senior citizen friendly

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