Savannah After Dark: Trendy Bars, Rollicking Pubs and Laid-Back Nooks

Amy Pine

By Amy Pine, Local Expert, Savannah
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When the sun sets on the sleepy little city by the sea, the real fun begins. Savannah’s nightlife scene is booming, with establishments geared toward a variety of ages and interests. In fact in 2012, U.S. News & World Report ranked Savannah 15th in a list of Best Nightlife Scenes in the USA. Pretty impressive considering the 14 cities that come before are some of the largest in the country. Savannah has plenty of bars that take a page from big-city living, including Jazz’d, a trendy tapas bar that’s always packed, and Rocks on the Roof, a chic bar with incredible views of the city. Of course it’s a...  Read more »
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    Jazz'd Tapas Bar

    4

    based on 295 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

    Local Expert Tip: "Plan to stop by Jazz'd on a Thursday night when the superbly talented Trae Gurly sings Sinatra classics."

     
     
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    Rocks On the Roof

    Local Expert Tip: "If you're craving a lively atmosphere, head to Rocks on the Roof on the weekends. If you're looking for a more relaxing evening and don't want to fight for seats, visit during the week."

     
     
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    Lulu's Chocolate Bar

    Local Expert Tip: "Not a drinker? Lulu's serves a range of coffee drinks, making it the perfect spot to go if you're craving atmosphere but don't want to imbibe."

     
     
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    The Distillery

    Local Expert Tip: "Be sure try The Distillery's house-infused liquors. Past choices have included a decadent coffee-infused bourbon and crisp pear-infused gin."

     
     
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    Molly MacPherson's Scottish Pub & Grill

    5

    based on 112 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

    Local Expert Tip: "If you're a whiskey lover, ask the bartender to make you his special shot, the Tobias Bomb."

     
     
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    Circa 1875 Gastropub

    5

    based on 28 TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

    Local Expert Tip: "Grab drinks in the bar, then ask to be seated in the restaurant's basement, a converted wine cellar, which features cozy nooks and exposed bricks walls."

     
     
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    a.lure

    Local Expert Tip: "If you're looking to impress your girl or guy, this is your place. A.lure's ambience lends itself perfectly to a romantic evening."