Crystal Beer Parlor

Restaurant · Savannah

Crystal Beer Parlor

Restaurant · Savannah

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301 W Jones St, Savannah, GA 31401

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Southern classics, bountiful beers & historic ambiance  

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301 W Jones St, Savannah, GA 31401 Get directions

crystalbeerparlor.com
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$20–30 · Menu

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301 W Jones St, Savannah, GA 31401 Get directions

+1 912 349 1000
crystalbeerparlor.com
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The Best Savannah, Georgia, Restaurants | Eater Carolinas

"Crystal Beer Parlor’s stories and stars are well-deserved. In the eatery’s 92-year tenure, much remains delightfully unchanged: no reservations, all Southern classics. Though beer is no longer 10 cents a pint, locals still love the Crystal for affordable fried poundcake, peach cobbler, creamy crab stew, Savannah red rice, and — as the name promises —bountiful beers on draft." - Kiki Dy

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9 Best Irish Pubs in Savannah, Georgia | Eater Carolinas

"As author Ali Dunworth describes in her 2024 book, A Compendium of Irish Pints: The Culture, Customs and Craic, a place doesn’t have to scream “I’m Irish!” to qualify as a great pub. Rather, it’s all about the drinks served, the company, and the atmosphere. “The older, the better,” she writes, citing cabinets full of curios, brass bar taps, dark wood, and straightforward service among the characteristics she prefers. With this list in mind, Dunworth would surely find comfort in Crystal Beer Parlor. What began as an early 1900s family-owned grocery is now a Savannah institution owned by John Nicols. Choose from dozens of beers on tap, including Guinness Draught and Nitro Stout, while chowing down on blue cheese-covered crisps, fried duck wings, creamy crab stew, and sandwiches." - Colleen McNally Arnett

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15 Best Warm and Cozy Restaurants in Savannah | Eater Carolinas

"Housed in a former grocery store dating back to the early 1900s, this mainstay opened in 1993, and is also rumored to have hidden a speakeasy during Prohibition. Inside, relics of Savannah’s past adorn the walls while regulars belly up to the bar for craft beer, crab stew, burgers, gyros, and fried duck wings tossed in a sweet chili sauce." - Colleen McNally Arnett

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The 15 Best Restaurants In Savannah, Georgia - Savannah - The Infatuation

"Crystal Beer Parlor started as a family-run grocery store and Prohibition-era speakeasy. These days, photos of past customers cover the walls, and the place feels relatively unchanged from the early days. While the burgers and beers no longer cost under a dollar, they’re still great—whether you’re going with the classic option, or the Mountain Jam that comes topped with beer cheese and grilled onions. Consider ordering the crab stew and pimento pig sandwich if you’re really hungry." - caroline eubanks

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Crystal Beer Parlor Review - Historic District South - Savannah - The Infatuation

"Crystal Beer Parlor started as a family-run grocery store and Prohibition-era speakeasy. These days, photos of past customers cover the walls, and the place feels relatively unchanged from the early days. While the burgers and beers no longer cost under a dollar, they’re still great—whether you’re going with the classic option, or the Mountain Jam that comes topped with beer cheese and grilled onions. Consider ordering the crab stew and pimento pig sandwich if you’re really hungry." - Caroline Eubanks

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Lisa DeWitt

Google
Travellers this is a fantastic seafood restaurant in downtown Savannah. It has an excellent atmosphere and service is with a smile. Everyone is nice here. The food is wonderful. Try the crab stew which is the best we’ve ever tasted. They have so many southern dishes like collard greens which were fantastic and green fried tomatoes which were excellent. The fried flounder is delicious. There is a huge beer menu as you can imagine in a beer parlor, but the food is outstanding. There is a gift shop on the premises which is fun and wonderful too. It is worth the trip. Check it out. We recommend.

Mike Jacobs

Google
Our go to restaurant in Savannah. Food is always 5 stars! Best shrimp and grits in the area and an awesome drink menu. While there is often a wait for a table do not let that discourage you. The food is worth the wait!

Emily Pritchett

Google
Another Savannah classic and institution of the city. Be sure to get their creamy crab stew (ask for the extra sherry) and this time I had their grilled chicken caesar salad. They have diverse menu of items from seafood, sandwiches, or salads and it’s a great to start off with before a trip to the downtown area.

FindUsCamping

Google
This place was highly recommended by some locals as good food and a decent parking lot because we were driving our dually. It was a cut local restaurant with nostalgic decor. We were there late afternoon and our party of 7 was seated immediately! They had a pretty extensive beer menu including lots of local favorites. Our appetizers were tasty, including fried green tomatoes, fried pickles with creamy horseradish, and the HUGE pretzel with beer cheese. We had a seafood platter, chicken tenders, multiple burgers, and a pimento pig along with homemade potato chips, fries and homemade onion rings. The seafood platter was delicious but the others were ok, not bad just not WOW. I was so excited about the onion rings but I’m sad to say that they were disappointing. If we were locals or if we are in the area again, we would give a second try and maybe stick to the seafood or shrimp and grits which were a recommendation.

Danielle Schmergel

Google
Wowww! This place was unbelievable! So happy! The shrimp and grits was unbelievable. The soup was amazing. It was the crab soup and the blue crab puppies with out out of this world and the cornbread that came with the shampoo every single thing that we tried was amazing. The only thing I wish I could have more and I really want a room for the peach cobbler so I’m definitely coming back!

Chelsey Eaton

Google
10/10! The Crystal Beer Parlor was our favorite place that we ate during our trip! All of the food we tried was delicious! My husband said the shrimp and grits are "the best ever" and a must try. It came with a sweet mini loaf of cornbread. I had the mountain jam burger, and it was the best burger I've had. The homemade chips are great, especially when dipped in their ranch. We also tried the Georgia Peach Cobbler. I'd definitely recommend trying the cobbler (along with everything else we tried). Our waiter was great and knowledgeable about the menu. We highly recommend checking them out!

Bethany Talarico

Google
Came during the lunch hour, no wait to be seated. All the staff (hostess, waitress, kitchen, and clean up members) were very attentive! Food came within 10-15 minutes after we ordered: hot and burger was cooked exactly to my liking. I had a burger with gluten free bun cooked medium and it had the perfect pink center. My friend had the meatloaf special and said it was amazing. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

primetime43

Google
The food was delicious. The creamy crab stew is very good and a hearty amount of crab; very nice texture/base to it. Pound cake was delicious as well. Fun to read and see the walls decorated in so much history. Four just because we didn’t get any entree food, just apps/sides/desert. Will have to visit again to try entree foods.
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Lindsay S.

Yelp
Another fantastic experience at Crystal Beer Parlor! Eddie, from the takeout area, is exceptional. When I called to place my to-go order, he was pleasant and had a DJ-style voice that sounds like he should be on the radio! His suggested pickup time was spot on, and my order was perfect. I ordered the hamburger steak and substituted cornbread for the coleslaw. The patty was cooked to perfection, and I appreciated that the mashed potatoes and gravy were packed in separate containers. This prevented any mess or sogginess. Great job, CBP!
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Yessica B.

Yelp
We recently stopped by Crystal Beer Parlor, hoping for a quick bite and some good beer. The food was okay--we only ordered a pretzel and three beers, so it's hard to judge the full menu, but it did the job. The beers were tasty, and the pretzel was fine, but our experience was overshadowed by the service. Our waitress seemed noticeably annoyed that we didn't order full meals, (which means less tip I'm sure was the cause of the annoyance) which made us feel a bit uncomfortable. She barely checked on us, got very monotone after asking if we were sure we didn't want more food, and at one point, we almost had to get up to find her just to get our tab. Service was very slow overall, and after waiting 30 minutes to even get a table, it was a bit disappointing. Not sure we'll be back after this experience, as the service just wasn't welcoming. If you're just going for drinks, maybe it's different, but we'll likely try somewhere else next time.
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Jennifer G.

Yelp
Love love love this place! We've been several times over the past few visits and always find a way to pop in. Their beer selection is top notch - all types of breweries from around the US represented. Their food is a level Above pub fare. The shrimp Salad is delish - tender shrimp with a slightly sweet sauce. You can choose your side - I got the house slaw which is amazing. The fried pickles are tangy and cooked just right and the Greek wings are tasty too. You can't miss with a burger - really anything is going to hit the spot. The staff is super friendly and the food comes out fast. There is always plenty of seating at tables and also at the bar. During October they have the outside set up like a beer garden. If you're looking for a some good food and beer definitely check them out!
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Tanya J.

Yelp
It can't believe it's taken me this long to go here. This place knows how to make great food, not one dish was less than special. Huge portions and Great service, one of the best casual dining experiences in Savannah. We arrived around 6:30/7 on a Friday, and grabbed the last two seats at the bar- if not for that we'd be waiting at least 40 minutes. (No reservations) We started with the giant pretzel and we stuffed without finishing. The Gouda beer cheese, are you kidding me? So good. We ordered the big bleu burger with a side of the ocilla slaw - YUM. And got the soup and salad combo with Caesar and she crab soup, which came with a slice of cornbread. I'm not even joking, everything was so good! And we had SO much leftovers. Do yourself a favor and eat here. Super chill vibes that makes dining downtown feel good, as opposed to the upscale or casual/upscale ambiance that others try to do
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Phoebe L.

Yelp
We opted to sit inside, and we really liked all the photos/historical decor! The bar area was also pretty lively, and they had a huge selection of beers on draft. The place was packed, but the service was surprisingly prompt! I ended up getting the shrimp and grits. It was so deliciously rich and creamy, and I loved the andouille sausage. It was so big that I ended up taking half of it to go, but the oil separated when I tried to heat it up at home. Regardless, it was delicious :)
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Morgan H.

Yelp
Came around 7:30 and was given an estimated wait time of 35-40 minutes. Luckily, there was an adjoining gift shop that allowed us to kill some time and we were seated early after only 15min. The star of the meal was definitely the giant pretzel with bier cheese. The fried pickles deserve an honorable mention and the burger was okay. The meat wasn't as juicy as I anticipated and I felt it came off as a bit dry. I think I enjoyed the side of potato salad more than the burger. Overall, a good place for a filling meal.
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Amy W.

Yelp
This was a really unique spot in Savannah that is worth visiting! Extensive draft beer list with local beers as well as various beers from across the country. Our server was Julie, and she was very friendly and efficient. My husband and I split the Salmon BLT and fries. We enjoyed the flavor of the sandwich and the fries were tasty and perfectly cooked. We split our meal to save room for the Peach Cobbler which totally lived up to the hype. We would have loved to sit in the bar area, but it was already full at noon. Food, beer and service was great! You will not be disappointed! Get the peach cobbler!
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Janet H.

Yelp
Had the chowder and a cider. Hubby had a burger. Service was very attentive and the atmosphere was very old school. Enjoyable first lunch in Savannah.
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Mel Z.

Yelp
On our arrival to Savannah after our tour, we decided to stop by for lunch based on good reviews and knowing that it has been a staple in the city. The restaurant is bug but you wouldn't think so from walking by ir driving by. Street parking is available and you do have to wait for a table, since it gets busy. There is some outside seating and plenty of inside seating. Our server took our order and checked on us from time to time. Drinks took a while to get to us but food came shortly after. We ordered the Salmon BLT, the bison burger and a ham sandwich. Everything was good, made to order and the portions were large. I loved the sweet potato fries!
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Jason K.

Yelp
My wife and I were in Savannah for a long weekend and I had found this place on Yelp and I knew I had to have a meal here. It was only a few blocks from our hotel and it can hold A LOT of people and they even have a tent outside if you want to eat outside. We were able to get a seat pretty quick, but kind of a crummy seat in the back. I couldn't even see the cool bar. Also, they didn't have wi-fi, boo on that. I gave the place five stars, but if 4.5 was available, I would probably give that. Our server was a nice enough guy and when I finished my first beer (They have an AWESOME beer list), he never checked on us if I wanted another, eventually the manager came by and was able to get me another beer. I ordered the pimento pig pulled pork sandwich with collard greens and my wife got the HUGE pretzel with dipping cheese. The food came out pretty fast, and the collard greens were some of the best I had in Savannah. The sandwich was good, but the bread turns really soggy quickly, so it really isn't a hand held sandwich. I ended up eating it with a fork and knife. Really good pulled pork too and the bread was buttery and good. The pretzel was huge and really good for what it was and the dipping cheese is really great. We ended up taking half the pretzel home all the way to Minneapolis and have been munching on it for a couple of days after a quick nuke in the microwave. A couple knocks against it, but I would give it a shot at least once and the place is packed, so they must be doing something right. Great ambiance inside as well.
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Nathan P.

Yelp
Very friendly and fast service, went mid-afternoon on a Tuesday so wasn't busy. Really came for the cobbler but wanted a light lunch first so my wife and I split the fried flounder Reuben and it was great! Sweet potato waffle fries also very good. And the peach cobbler? Well, everyone was right, best I've ever had and not even close. A must stop whenever in Savannah.
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Sonia M.

Yelp
OMFG! The food is unbelievable here. Southern comfort food is is an understatement!! The taste and the size is to die for. Our first visit to Savannah GA and we're definitely coming back.
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Omar R.

Yelp
We came to this place at the recommendation of our tour guide. The food was great, the customer service was excellent, the prices were decent but their peach cobbler was amazing. Apparently it's one of the beats in the area. It didn't disappoint. Would definitely visit again. If you stop by, eat inside instead of the patio so you can enjoy the southern ambiance.
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Dana N.

Yelp
We were excited to try this place based on its reviews and long history in Savannah but were so disappointed. My daughter had the kids chicken fingers and fruit. The fruit was straight from one of those fruit cups soaked in syrup that they drained and dumped in a bowl to look nice. I ordered the steak burger cooked medium and subbed greens for the mashed potatoes. The greens were pretty good but the steak burger was so raw, cold and mushy! Our server was good and the only reason for two stars. Do not recommend.
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Pearce D.

Yelp
Great local bar. Went there for a weekday lunch and there was a big crowd but open spots at the bar. The Bloody Mary was great and a solid burger. Would go back the next time I'm in Savannah.
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Yaxel C.

Yelp
Came here based on the Yelp reviews but it seems Yelp sometimes disappoints because the food did big time. Order a butger medium, came out well done. Some of the sweet potatoes fries were uncooked due to being stock to eachother when frying. Burger itself was not very flavorful. All in all i would have rather gone to five guys and i would have enjoyed it a lot more.
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Jackie L.

Yelp
Great atmosphere! Great service! Crab fritters were delicious! Love the old pictures of the past! Been in business for a very long time! Loved it! Got the recommendation and glad we stopped in!
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Briana T.

Yelp
Solid place to grab a divey dinner with great food and lots of beer choices! We came on a weekend evening and it was packed. They take reservations, but we were able to snag a couple of bar seats! This place is huge and had a lot of tables and bar seating. It gives a tavern vibe but with great food and beer choices. We ordered the burger and the turkey Ruben. Both were solid sandwiches and were very filling. The collard greens were fine, but the pub chips were outstanding! They had a full bar and lots of local breweries on tap. They also have a cute little store on site to shop around for some local knickknacks while you wait. Great spot for a casual dinner on the town!
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Leah C.

Yelp
Crystal Beer Parlor is clearly loved by locals and tourists alike, and for great reason! Awesome beer selection here- something on tap for everyone! Tried the Service Brewing Disco Crush (pic on left) and Etowah RB&B (right). Appetizer of fried green tomatoes is a must try! For dinner we had the crystal chili cheese dog and the turkey Reuben- both delicious and both of these dishes as well as the appetizer offered generous portions. Bartender was helpful, attentive, and knowledgeable. Interesting decor, showcasing local memorabilia and artifacts.
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Katherine W.

Yelp
A great place to enjoy a cocktail (or beer if that's your thing). I had a chicken club sandwich, which was excellent. Paired were sweet potato fries. Friendly staff and your typical parlor food. A great place for friends to catch up or enjoy a a few drinks together. Epic selection of craft beer.
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Ashley M.

Yelp
On a recent business trip to Savannah, my coworkers recommended I dine at Crystal Beer Parlor for lunch. Apparently, locals know best! Crystal Beer Parlor is located on the edge of downtown, offering complimentary lot parking. I did not find out about the complimentary parking until leaving, but no big deal, I parked on a nearby street for $1. Entrance is a bit confusing as you enter at the rear of the restaurant, adjacent to a large covered dining area and a neighboring gift shop. A hostess seats you. There are many sanctioned dining rooms in here and everything has a wood, old school parlor accent. During our dining experience here, the place was bustling with patrons - including tourists and children. Overall, the restaurant seems very accommodating for a variety of groups. As a group, we were able to try the following: - Creamy Crab Stew - Oyster Po' Boy - All Four Seafood Platter: sweet domestic shrimp, fried flounder filets, select fried gulf oysters, baked southern deviled crab - Sweet potato fries The food here is delicious! The creamy crab stew was indeed fresh and as promised, I found shells in my cup. I also enjoyed all the variety of seafood in the platter. The platter is definitely the way to go here - everything was plump, fresh, delicious, and cooked perfectly! It definitely hits the spot. The service here is phenomenal. Our server was quick, attentive, engaged in conversation and provided some local recommendations. She also introduced some items that were off-menu and allowed us to enjoy those. Overall, great experience here at the Crystal Beer Parlor! The locals did not steer me wrong.
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Tanya K.

Yelp
Of course we had to stop at the oldest beer parlor on our trip. It was a bit interesting to find as it's located in a residential neighborhood. We actually came upon it from the side/back and couldn't figure out how to get in until some nice guy with his dog pointed it out in the back. There was not a table in the place to eat at but we really just wanted an app and a beer. We went in and found 3 seats at the bar and sat there a couple hours. The bartenders were very helpful with recommendations and samples. We also ordered the giant pretzel which was just the right snack before our dinner reservation. I'd come back.
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amanda m.

Yelp
We had the duck wings, fish Reuben and the crystal chili dog. Everything was amazing, we even had to get it to go because it was a lot of food. We sat at the bar and had great service for lunch after flying home. I can't believe I haven't eaten here sooner. They even had my favorite Nashville beer on tap homestyle!
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John L.

Yelp
Love the food and service is fantastic! Beer selection is off the chart. I love Savannah and this was my favorite place to eat.
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Eydie Q.

Yelp
Fun place but we waited a long time for an inside table. We sat in a booth. Inside was very loud so we had to strain to hear our server - who was absolutely sweet and pleasant. She gave us good recommendations. We ended up ordering the combination seafood plates. So delicious and the price was quite reasonable. The best part was the dessert. Get the Georgia peach cobbler and Savannah mud pie. So yummy.
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Hap C.

Yelp
I love the inside of this place; there's a nice long bar if you don't want to sit at a table (many of which are constructed with the beautiful burl wood you can see in the background of my photo.) The reuben was a little skimpy on the pastrami and heavy on the kraut, but it's still a good sandwich. Our waitress was prompt and attentive, and we had our food in less than 10 minutes after ordering. You should stop by if you're looking for something between fine dining and a dive bar that isn't a chain restaurant. Cheers!
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Kevin H.

Yelp
We were directed there for dinner by a friend who lives in the area. The place was exactly as he indicated it would be. And a weeknight it was incredibly busy and there was a short wait, but we managed to sit at the bar for 20 minutes or 30' while the table cleared. They feature a large number of taps for local brews. The crab puppies, the other salad and the fried flounder made up our dinner. The crab puppies which are highlighted item we're OK I'm admittedly not crazy about hush puppies or anything like that but they were tasty. The fried flounder was wonderful. I'm told the other salad was excellent. It's a loud busy atmosphere but you would expect I assume in a very old building like that. Personally, I wouldn't miss it if you visit Savannah.
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Scott F.

Yelp
Cool vibes, great food and a huge selection of beer. You may have to wait 20 to 30 mins to get seated but well worth it.
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Cristopher S.

Yelp
OMG, this has to be one of the best restaurant experiences I've had in years. Their fried green tomatoes are the best I've ever had in a restaurant, but the hospitality and customer experience is stellar. The woman next to me mentioned that she had asked for something different, the server acknowledged it might have been her mistake and within 45 seconds they just brought out the item she wanted, and let her have the mistaken item as well. It is unlikely I'll be in Savannah, again, but I hope you'll give this casual place a try if you are. BTW, my other food was also really really good
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Kevin M.

Yelp
Pre-prohibition era restaurant and bar within walking distance to everything in downtown Savannah. The beer selection, as you might imagine, is outstanding! The menu is pretty diverse with lots to chose from. We got there at about 1230 on a Saturday. We had about a 20 minute wait until we were seated. The place was packed! Once we got our seats, the service was excellent. What's really neat about this restaurant is all the cool history on the walls. Take a minute to look around. It's well worth the stop if you're in Savannah!
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Moriah C.

Yelp
We came for lunch on a Friday afternoon. This place was recommended by a friendly staff member at a nearby hotel. It was a short walk, so we decided to try it out. Customer service is a 10. We were greeted by Lyric at the front. It was pretty busy and she quoted us a 30 minute wait. We got seated in about 20 min! With a packed lobby, and even some impatient customers, we watched Lyric smile and still treat everyone so pleasantly. We had Bruce as our server and he was cool too!! Everyone loved their food. Our party of 5 got a variety of things, but I can only go by what i personally tried: Crystal Crabpuppies -9/10, Pick 2 Seafood with Fried Shrimp& Southern Deviled Crab (There is a disclaimer to expect to find shells. And i def found a few). Both were a 9/10. Now the sides.... I got mashed potatoes, pretty standard. But the collard greens were a no thank you! Absolutely No flavor, just greens and some sort of meat. Bruce kindly swapped out the greens for some coleslaw, and i was happy and full! We were convinced to try the fried pound cake for dessert!! I'd give it a 6.5/10. The concept sounded right up my alley, but being a texture person, unfortunately I found it more spongey than anything. I would definitely recommend this restaurant either way! Plenty of menu items to try, and friendly staff. I hope to return soon.
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Sarah M.

Yelp
On our final evening in Savannah, my husband and I dined at Crystal Beer Parlor. The concierge at our inn recommended this unique place, and it did not disappoint! We had a 45 minute wait around 5:30 on a Saturday evening so we ordered beers at the bar inside then sat out on some benches in the back area. The beer menu is pretty extensive with many local options. When our name was called, we were seated inside a booth in the bar area. We ordered another beer, and perused the food menu. I chose the soup/sandwich combo with she crab soup and half the shrimp salad sandwich along with a side of their house made potato chips. Yum! My husband had the pimento pig sandwich with a side of onion rings. What a great local spot in Savannah!
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Monica T.

Yelp
My friends and I made a day trip to Savannah and throughout planning our day, we heard the Crystal Beer Parlor's peach cobbler was voted #1 in the state of Georiga. With that title, we knew we had to add the restaurant to our itinerary. We stopped by around 3pm and sat at the bar. Every staff member we encountered was super friendly and personable. We ordered the peach cobbler and Savannah Mud Pie. Loved both! Me and my 2 friends shared both of the dishes and I wish I had ordered my own personal cobbler lol Before you leave, check out all of the walls full of historic memorabilia!
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Danaka B.

Yelp
Great service!!! The staff can "read" your table and fill your needs before you ask. They are all smiles and so friendly. The ambiance is full of history. It is a great local place. The food!!! Wow!!! I understand the other reviews. Best shrimp and grits! The fried oysters melt in your mouth. The fish surprised me with such a light coating. Everything was so wonderful. My husband said he wasn't going to waste his time with the cornbread. When he tried it, he ended up eating most of it. Even the greens had a nice bacon flavor. I added some hot sauce and they were perfect. Not too mushy- just right. We were just there for a weekend, but we will be back.
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Bullec M.

Yelp
First time in Savannah and decided to check this place out. Welcoming staff friendly and helpful. The food portions are not only huge but flavorful!!! Everything I ordered was a hit! Crystal CRABPUPPIES were great didn't tastes like seawater at all! The pimento pig tasty, flavorful, buttery, and weren't shy about stuffing it with pork. The shrimp and grits hands down BEST IVE EVER HAD! Peach cobbler perfect way to end it. Just watch out and don't burn your mouth. Our server Misty was great extremely attentive, quick to bring refills, and made good suggestions!
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Alana R.

Yelp
Finally made it! There was a 35 minute wait but we were able to sit at the bar. Great service. I had the Mountain Jam burger and homemade chips. Food was fantastic. I'm kicking myself for not getting a picture of my burger. My companion had the chef salad and it was enormous. Amazing selection of beer. A really unique place with so much history. It wasn't too loud but it was packed. I really enjoyed my visit and can't wait to go back.
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John S.

Yelp
Surprisingly good. I would highly recommend great food and service. Crab stew and sides were great.
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Kim B.

Yelp
I really enjoyed my dinner experience here. Located in a quaint neighborhood that was nice and quiet, we found parking right out, and when we stepped inside we were seated immediately. We were taken care of by Laura and she was great (great attitude and personable). We ordered the fried green tomatoes (they were just okay. Not seasoned and the cream sauce was also just okay). My party ordered fried shrimp and oysters (good), crab soup and shrimp salad sandwich (delicious), plain veggie burger (yum) and a veggie burger with smoked Gouda beer cheese (good) with sautéed veggies (yum!). Overall, our food was good and I LOVED that i could order any burger with a veggie patty since I'm vegetarian. The fries were also tasty and veggies didn't need any seasoning (so good). We got there too late for dessert, so I will be back! I will definitely keep this on the list of
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Sonya B.

Yelp
This is a really cool iconic place. We were there for lunch. They have a large menu and we all enjoyed our choices. You should try it
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Victoria S.

Yelp
Expect to wait when you come to Crystal Beer Parlor, they have a large waiting area outside in the back. The drinks are great, so many different variations of Bloody Mary and all delicious. Food is fine, good for bar food. I had the crab stew, it was really good. The cobbler is great, definitely order that if you're into desert.
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Kevin M.

Yelp
Really good place. Old school layout and booths with old newspaper articles on the wall. our server was Madison and she was wonderful. very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. Great variety of draft beer and mixed drinks. We had fried green tomatoes as an appetizer and the were nicely breaded yet firm and the horseradish dipping sauce was very flavorful. I had a cup of creamy crab stew that was wonderful with chunks of crab and a shrimp salad sandwich that was delicious. My wife had a greek salad that she really enjoyed. I would definitely recommend this as a place for a meal.
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David D.

Yelp
This place has been around a long time and the atmosphere is great. We stopped in Savannah just to try it on our way to charlotte. The crab stew was very rich and flavorful, the seafood platter was cooked great and was a great size portion. We also tried the Neptune dip it was ok but I would try something different next time. Quick prompt service was as great as well
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Beth M.

Yelp
We met friends for lunch at the Crystal Beer Parlor. We were pleasantly surprised!! Great drinks (I had one do the hot spiked coffees). For lunch we had friend pickles, crab soup (had lots of crab and was really tasty). We also had friend duck wings which were delish! For our entree we had the mountain hamburger with Gouda, onion and bacon. They kindly cut it for us. Everything was really good and the wait staff was good. Decor was as one would expect to be in a beer parlor. The bar area had an old time feel. Overall great experience and would eat here again. We
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Nick P.

Yelp
found this place on a whim on the last night before we flew out. Very casual place with that warm Southern welcome. Plenty of seating. We got the crab stew and shrimp and grits. Crab stew was big compared to back home in the Midwest. I love how much crab meat they put in there. Very fresh and tasty. Shrimp and grits was amazing. This was probably in my top 3 favorite places to get shrimp and grits. Huge portion, ample amount of shrimp and andouille sausage. I love how creamy the texture was for the grits. Everything just melts in your mouth. Prices were very fair. Highly recommend.
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Charles C.

Yelp
Recommended by a lady sitting on the porch of her Jones St home. From the outside it looked dead. We got here early-ish for dinner. Once inside it was booming. Very cool, historic looking restaurant. Nice selection of food and drinks. I opted for the $3 PBRs. I like them, their cheap, and they were very cold. I got the duck wings. They were really sweet and somewhat spicy. First time having duck wings. I'm happy to have tried them once. Not sure I'll opt for them two times. A lot of meat. Try them...once. Son's burger on a pretzel bun was good. He asked for no salt on bun. Wife got a club. It was solid. Nothing spectacular but solid. The chicken salad was good. First bite was very onion-y. But rest of salad had it balanced out more. The homemade chips were good. I'd recommend those over the fries. If in town we'd visit this place again.
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Thomas B.

Yelp
I have been putting off coming here forever for my more known Savannah restaurants. Sometimes its hard to try something new! Well I finally made it and I am almost mad I had not come earlier! It was everything I had heard it was and more! What a great place to eat and drink! I got there early on a Saturday afternoon and headed to sit at the Bar. I started off with one of the many craft beers on tap. Then I got the Mountain Jam burger and the homemade onion rings. The burger was cooked perfect as ordered and was very good! The onion rings were huge with a great breading. Super cool place with great service and great food and drinks. I now know why this is a Savannah staple. I will be back soon!
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Melina F.

Yelp
Super friendly staff and comforting ambiance at this place. There isn't a huge vegetarian selection here, but the veggie burger, fries and fried green tomatoes are pretty decent. The veggie burger is a bit squishy though.
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Nick B.

Yelp
Food was good - went with a pretzel & the infamous chili cheese dog... portions were massive. Very very large draft list Service was consistent Love the environment... definitely a unique Savannah institution
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Ben J.

Yelp
Wait time was not worth it. We had a 45 minute wait. The server was disingenuous and had other places to be. The barkeep was also not friendly. No one was rude but they definitely weren't friendly. The gift shop was not what I expected. I expected a grunge/dive bar gift shop with cool knickknacks but instead it's a store my mother would like. THE FOOD - Was not worth it. They gave me the smallest amount of pimento cheese on my sandwich. The bread was SOAKED in grease. This is just one experience and if you want to go there you should. But if the wait is over 30 minutes you should consider other places.