Savannah, Georgia, a town well-known for its massive St. Patrick’s Day festivities, has its fair share of pubs for a city its size. From British-themed Six Pence to Irish Times and distinctively Scottish Molly MacPherson’s, there’s sure to be a pub in Savannah that fits your tastes and mood.

Britannia Pub
140 Johnny Mercer Blvd, Savannah GA 31410
tel 912.898.4257

The Caledonian Pub
www.caledonianpub.com
Corner of Victory Drive and Abercorn St, Savannah GA
Where else can you go to drink in Ardsley Park, Baldwin Park or Thomas Square? The area has been crying out for a local for years. Those of you who live in the area already know that our neighbors are mostly young, and enjoy a social drink. Now you’ll be able to grab a pint on your way home from work or drink with your neighbors in a pub where you can get a cheap taxi home or harass your next door neighbor to come pick you up when you’ve had more than a few. The revitalization that’s going on in the area is amazing; old historic properties are being renovated, and exciting new retail and condo construction is underway.

Churchill’s pub photo courtesy of Churchill’s Pub.

Churchill’s Pub & Restaurant
www.thebritishpub.com
13-17 West Bay St, Savannah GA 31401
tel 912.232.8501
Churchill’s is Savannah’s premier pub offering almost 9,000 square feet of bar, restaurant and banqueting space. The centerpiece is a 34-foot hand-carved solid mahogany bar made by English craftsmen and shipped to Savannah. The traditional ironwork and all the furniture was also imported from the United Kingdom. The pub offers 20 different draught beers, mostly European imports and a very large selection of American and European bottled beers.

Kevin Barry’s Pub
www.kevinbarrys.com
117 West River St, Savannah GA
tel 912.233.9626
Kevin Barry’s is a traditional Irish pub located on Savannah’s historic River Street. The key ingredient to this establishment’s success is live Irish music seven days a week. In addition to typical Irish grub, the pub features American bar fare, including buffalo wings and cheese sticks. Besides Irish beers on tap, wine and spirits are also served.

Irish Times
48 Whitaker Street, Savannah GA 31401
Authentic Irish pub setting in the heart of downtown Savannah.

McDonough’s
21 East McDonough St, Savannah, GA 31401
tel 912.233.6136

Photo courtesy Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub & Grill
www.macphersonspub.com
311 West Congress St, Savannah GA 31401
tel 912.239.9600
Molly MacPherson’s has the largest single malt selection in Savannah, and possibly all of Georgia. Most of their single malts are displayed on English pourers, dispensing a perfect shot each time. Their beer list is also quite varied. Some selections change over time, as they try to adjust to what their clients are looking for. Molly’s offers Single Malt Tasting Classes on the second Sunday of each month, usually highlighting a specific region. Tracy Clark, a Scottish lass from Savannah, will tell you the right way to taste whiskey, as well as some of the details about each. Classes are $20 and allow you to sample five or six different single malts while you learn about what makes each unique.

Moon River Brewing Company
www.moonriverbrewing.com
21 West Bay St, Savannah GA 31401
tel 912.447.0943
The Moon River Brewing Company was founded on their obsession with creating the ideal restaurant and brewery experience. Striving for this ideal, they are committed to providing three basic services. They are dedicated, first and foremost, to providing a comfortable and relaxing environment with prompt and cheerful service. Secondly, they are committed to serving a delicious variety of freshly prepared foods. Finally, they are undeniably passionate about serving great beer.

O’Connell’s Irish Pub
www.oconnellsirishpub.com
108 West Congress St, Savannah GA 31401
tel 912.231.8499
O’Connell’s Irish Pub is a little bit of the Emerald Isle in Savannah’s historic district. The pub, right in the middle of Savannah’s happening nightlife area, features dozens of domestic and international brews, as well as wine and spirits. The pub features more Irish beer on tap than anywhere else, including Guinness, Harp, Murphy’s Red, Murphy’s Stout, Smythwick’s and Beamish. Live acts include the Massey Boys, Hazel Virtue, Stewart and Winfield, Mama Trish, The No Exit Band and Red Fish Blu Fish. The dart board is also popular.

Six Pence Pub
245 Bull Street, Savannah GA
tel 912.233.3156
Six Pence Pub is Savannah’s premier traditional English pub. The establishment features tons of beers and ciders on tap from the United Kingdom and Ireland and countless other bottled beers, ales and wines. Food is also served in this authentic pub atmosphere, and shouldn’t be dismissed as an afterthought. The food is excellent, whether you opt for the shepherd’s pie, bangers and mash or nachos. One of the nicest elements of the pub is its outdoor seating — rare for a bar in Savannah. A great place to ride your bike to on the weekends or bring your dog.

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