Yes. They allow smoking. But if you get past that the place is actually really good. Cheyenne at the bar is wonderful. She and Alex work great together. Food is very good. I am at hotel within walking distance and I would recommend this place. Give it a try and I hope Cheyenne is there. She is great! read more

For a loud, divey, smaller, Macon sports bar, serving to mostly locals and regulars , it hit the Spot for a needed late-night grub pick-me-up. The Fried Buffalo Chx Salad came in nicely as far as tastiness and filling-ness. Menu filled w all your expected choices- burgers, dogs, nachos. There were bout 6 wides at this pad, and they happily changed the channel when asked. Staff v nice, Friendly, and go outta their way to make u feel welcome and at-home. read more

They still allow smokers. Im battling breast cancer.... My husband ordered 1 beer & couldn't finish as we are NOT smokers. Im sure its a nice place if you don't mind smelling cigarettes read more

Ok I should have read more reviews. I did not know this was a smoking bar!! Every other person is burning one! There is nowhere to sit to avoid the second hand smoke. Still waiting for our food which we will eat as quickly as possible so we can exit to breathable air! Adding that the grilled wings and the burger were excellent. It was fun to watch the dart tournament. Would have been 5 stars if we were not surrounded by cig smoke! read more

If you're looking for some secondhand smoke, you'll love this place :) Walked over there for a bite to eat as they present themselves as a Pub w/food. It's a bar plan and simply not a Grill, really should just call it Wager's Bar for a more accurate name. Couldn't get anyone to wait on us. Don't get me wrong if I wanted to get drunk and very very loud I would go there. read more

Nice local restaurant! Bartender was our waiter as well as the bartender. Food was good. The bartender recommended the wings and their infamous burger, may have been called the wager burger Both were quite good! I'd definitely recommend, especially if you prefer supporting simple local restaurants. read more

This is a good old boys place, unless you're NOT from Macon and the bartender doesn't approve of you (meanwhile the other staff didn't seem to have a problem). A****, the bartender couldn't stand that an outsider came in and stole her thunder (I guess?). Apparently, if you fit in (as in : you must be from Macon backwoods) and definitely do NOT try and fraternize too too hard or intend to have fun, it's your place!!! I give two stars because of the kind patrons that made me feel at home and the menu looks pretty good (and I was told as much by the regulars). It is smoker friendly, if you can't stand second hand smoke, probably not your place. read more

Food: was fine and I got the chicken tenders. Service: was pretty good as well. Nice and fast Ambiance: here is where I had the issue...they still smoke in this establishment and I have a hard time with that. To each their own but when serving the public food and drinks, you should have an area for people that don't smoke to sit and be away from it. Kind of ruined it for me‍ read more

Order a quick lunch, it was one of their burgers. It quite tasty. Bartender on Tuesday was very friendly and the setting was cozy.

Great food and friendly service. The wings are top notch all by themselves. The pizza was excellent. Clean with a relaxed atmosphere, even though I was traveling I felt like a local. read more

Service was decent but that's where it ends. Seen cleaner gas stations at a. Gas station and seriously, who smokes in restaurants. And don't get me started on the baked potato. How do you mess up a baked potato? read more

wanted a quick bite so we decided to stop in on our way to our hotel. I must say the "double pork chops" was a surprise. Delicious and tender. So, we're on our way to the airport today for our flight back to Delaware and we know what you find at the airport and how pricey it gets so we decided to stop by again for lunch and we're getting the double pork chops again with 2 salad sides...yum nothing Fancy; depends on what kind of atmosphere you want but it's a bar and grill so if the noise and smoke will bother you, there's outdoor seating which we love read more

The pizza was very good, the beer was cold and service was fine. Simple environment but a good meal. Had salads and chips and salsa also. Overall good food good value. read more

Went there while traveling to Florida. Nice place with a bar and tables. Owner waited on us, very friendly. We ordered the chicken wings. They were the best I've had in a long time. We also ordered a beer and glass of wine. Our total bill was right inline with most places. Great place. read more

The hamburger was no lie. Drove by this place a million times up and down 75. It's been here 27 years. Shop and eat local. read more

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I am visiting my daughter from California & she lives down the street from Wagers. The food & drinks were AMAZING! We felt WELCOME as soon as we walked thru the door. Brad was the bartender & made special drinks for us! I will be back before I leave back to California read more

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Foods good but very Noisy Obviously a University of Georgia Bar. They were playing Tennessee the evening we were in there and the noise was incredible. Exciting game that went back in forth with the Georgia Bulldogs pulling ahead during the last minute only to end with a last second touch down by Tennessee to seal the game 34 to 31. The motif if more lick a casino with everything a gambling them including most of the menu items. We walked in and were promptly seated but from that point on, our server was more interested in the game and we did not see much of her till the game was over. Air in the restaurant is heavy with cigarette smoke. On reflection, this is more like a bar than a restaurant and if you're a Georgia Fan, the place to be in Macon We started with the 'stickman" cheese sticks with a marinara dipping sauce that was very good. My wife ordered the Roast Beef Panini which was also good and was loaded with lots of meat. Very good. I opted for their "wager" Burger which is a double Cheeseburger with bacon and two different Cheese. Also very good. Only problem was the fries that I ordered. Very under cooked to the point of almost being raw. All in all, a fun place to be if you like football. If you're looking for peace and quite after a long day, you may want to look elsewhere. read more

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Well let me be the first to recommend in 2023! I love to search for local places to eat when traveling. This is a local hidden gem if you want good bar food and great tv to watch games! If you can stomach that they still allow smoking (although nothing overt just the smell), then this is a place for you. Great wings and potato skins (typical bar food) but I'm sure burgers and other options were good as well. We may need to stop by during a GA football game for extra fun! read more

Great food, better service. Needed a quick bite while at the hotel, super convenient and ended up staying and chillin fun place to be. read more

I like this place and it it very conveniently located with multiple hotels. The staff is friendly and the food is very tasty and modestly priced. The crowd varies but we always have a good time. Three cheers for Wagers. read more

Back when I lived in Macon Wagers Grill and Ball was the place to go at night after you got off work if you worked in the food and beverage industry. It's where all us waiters, bartenders, and cooks would meet up to drink and tell war stories, shoot pool, and hang out. Wagers also hosted a few holiday parties I've been to that have been a blast. The food at Wagers is ok for bar food; basically the best choice is wings or a burger. But never has anyone really come here for just the food; most are here for the booze. And your's truly is no exception. My last trip to Macon a few months ago I dropped in and had a couple of beers. It's changed a good bit since back in the day, but still serves it's purpose. Friendly bartenders to chat with and ice cold beers. read more

We wanted to give this local spot a try but when we entered the smell of smoke was overwhelming. My allergies can't take it. Disappointed.

Great fun everytime we visit here. Brad and his crew are always welcoming and friendly. Food is amazing and drinks are very affordable

Passing through Georgia on our way to Florida - looking for a place to eat dinner and watch Loyola in the NCAA tourney. I'm driving - hubby finds Wagers on Yelp and we give it a try. Next door to Outback - Wagers looks like a bar that used to be a fast food place (Taco Bell or Wendy's - I couldn't decide). Don't let the looks dissuade you. Casual atmosphere - table or bar seating - plenty of tvs - and the Loyola game was on. Great. I ordered the double pork chop dinner - two meaty chops perfectly done and served on a sizzling platter. The pineapple glaze wasn't overpowering, the chops were on the thin to medium side in size - but that's why you get two. (And an Iowa girl thinks pork chops should be one inch thick at a minimum). Baked potato was large and fluffy. Hubby had the ribeye steak dinner - medium rare. Cooked to order - juicy and tender. He had fries - not greasy. Both entrées came with a side salad which had iceberg lettuce, tomato, cheese, dressing on the side. Hmmm - could have used carrots or onion. But we enjoyed them. Staff were friendly - patrons were friendly. Two great meals and drinks for a great price. If you're looking for good bar food - and more - give Wagers a try. I bet you'll love it. read more

Wagers Grill & Bar - Pork chop doubles - sizzling hot and tasty. Rib eye steak in the background. - Sports Bars Near Me - Macon, Georgia

Decent burger, fries where bland, undercooked. Noisy and allows smoking. Clearly a smokers bar , the floors and tables look clean, Nice staff. read more

My son and I met friends, in Macon, for a weekend get together. Our hotel was next door to Wager's, so we decided to check it out. What a fun place! We fell in love with Wager's Grill and Bar! Wager's owner, and staff, were so friendly and thoughtful! Lots of TVs to watch the games! Good food, drinks, and prices! They have a patio, too! I highly recommend! read more

Ok... the atmosphere is very inviting especially for Caucasians Americans... the drinks are the bomb... had about 3 for $5 each... me and my friend had wings and a Wager burger that we split. The burger we order was medium well done.. which was tasty... but if you are a black person plz... I warn you plz stay clear of the undone, huge as steroid looking ass wings..they are tasteless to the 100th degree. I literally became a vegan after this!!!: read more

over priced food.. I was told the prices on the menu were old and paid 30 dollars for a small pizza and wings... who do they think are papa John's?? stay away as a matter of fact run away... read more

This is great little place if you just want to chill and hang out and watch a game any kind read more

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Excellent service! Fantastic food and drinks! Friendly staff! Try the steak w/blackened seasoning or the hamburger, and you will not be disappointed. read more

Again had the best burger I've ever er had in my life. What a great place that's needs more recognition. Y'all need to get the word out that the wager burger is top contender in Macon possibly Georgia! read more

Most of the food was pretty good, but I think they missed the mark on the name. Greasers Grill & Bar would be more apropos, because the food, especially the potato skins, were soaked in grease. The wings, onion rings and chicken strips were all good however. The service was also very good. The place isn't the cleanest in the world, but when you pull into the parking lot your surroundings should probable cue you in that this place is known for good food and friendly people - but not its ambiance. read more

Stopped in for a family dinner while traveling through the area. As soon as I opened the door the heavy smell of cigarette smoke hit me in the face, something I forgot about coming from a no smoking law in all restaurants. The location was very busy and loud. Wouldn't have been an issue but traveling with family made talking or hearing very difficult. read more

This is not a place anyone should come for food. It's a fairly average bar without any distinguishing qualities but for a patio and a small game room with darts and such. Food is hyper ordinary and just acceptable, an afterthought really. Well situated for a nestling of hotels but otherwise, go somewhere else. read more

Food was a super surprise. On our way to Florida Found on Yelp Looks like drive great place to hang out. I will stop back. Try the skillet pizza. Wow. read more

If your looking for ice cold beer, decent drinks with a fair amout of alcohol and a pretty good food menu this is the place. Excellent staff very polite. Stopped in there on our way back to Englewood Fl. Why pay high prices this place is perfect. read more

We were staying in a local hotel and figured this was mainly for people staying the many hotels. WRONG. My impression was that this is a locals spot that has been here and the hotels sprang up around it. Bar food mainly but what we got was tasty. Good large draft beers. We had good service and enjoyed playing keno in this sports bar. Only drawback from my standpoint was the smoking. Plan on airing out your clothes. read more

Awesome place!!! Traveling through Macon on the way to My home in Naples, Fl and we found this place!!! The bartender Brad was the BEST! He made us wings after the kitchen was closed and gave us amazing service and attention that we thought he OWNED the place!!! Two Thumbs UP!!! read more

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We were in town for a special event, which Wagers hosted. We felt right at home and the food was all good. My elderly aunts didn't even send their food back, which they ALWAYS do, and cleaned their plates. The burgers were great! and enjoyed the nachos as well... The place was clean and their air system kept the cigarette smoke at a minimum. The staff were friendly and accommodating. Was able to play some Keno, and never waited for a drink. read more

This place is above average. The prices are fair and the food is pretty good. The staff was attentive and kept our drinks filed.