The Public Kitchen & Bar

New American restaurant · Savannah

The Public Kitchen & Bar

New American restaurant · Savannah

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1 W Liberty St, Savannah, GA 31401

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Shrimp & grits are a must-try, with great cocktails & ambiance  

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Allison

Google
This spot wasn't originally on our list of restaurants to visit, but our local tour guide told us that The Public has the best shrimp and grits in Savannah. We came here for brunch (around 11 am) on a Friday, and since we were one of the first parties, we got in without a wait. The coffee was strong and a little too roasted and acidic for my liking–the latte art was nonexistent. However, I will be back for the shrimp and grits alone. The chorizo added a nice bit of heat, the shrimp was succulent and juicy, and the sauce was just a flavor bomb. I'm glad that our waitress, Ashley, recommended I add on some bread, I made sure to sop up every last bite. My sister got a sandwich, the super hero, but this one is skippable. Next time, we'll have to try out the pumpkin curry! The Public Kitchen & Bar is a must visit.

Erwin S

Google
Such a great restaurant! Food and service were amazing. We had a pasta, salad, and the shrimp and grits. The shrimp and grits were divine! Would recommend anyone visiting Savannah. Pro tip - on weekends or days that may be busy, put your name down on the waitlist 30-60 minutes prior to when you want to eat and go walk around. They do not seem to take online reservations so this may help you get a table!

Sylvain Francois

Google
Might be the best shrimp & grits I've ever eaten! Great cuisine, great cocktails, great wines. Staff very friendly and efficient. Inside is larger than it seems, and many tables outside. Highly recommended place.

Adrienne DC

Google
Found this spot walking back to my hotel so had to stop for dinner and so glad that i did. The atmosphere is very inviting upon walking in as you are greeted by staff who were very friendly. I ordered the shrimp and grits which was very tasty and filling. The service was exceptional. Luckily I went early as by 5:30pm, the restaurant was packed.

Kaitlyn Setter

Google
The shrimp and grits is famous for a reason, it's a must try! Scallops were also delicious, I've always loved pearled couscous so happy to see restaurants are finally using it! Atmosphere was very personal but refined and the service was good. Definitely will be back.

Lisa Whalen

Google
This place was the epitome of efficiency and friendliness. Our server was Zahne, who was personable and attentive, and I noticed that all of their servers have exceptional customer service qualities, which is hard to find. I had the pumpkin curry, and my husband had the house sausage primavera, which were both absolutely delicious. For dessert, we were delighted with the hazelnut mousse and the baklava with saffron and cardamom creme anglaise with pomegranate seeds. Everything was presented beautifully and tasted divine. If we were not simply passing through, this would be a regular haunt for us.

J N

Google
Tasty food. I tried the shrimp and grits and my dad got the cat fish po boy. Both were very well cooked with a nice level of spice.

Sarah Zahoransky

Google
The service was amazing. Kat gave the best recommendations for what I was looking for. And the lamb shank was out of this world. And the mussels maybe had a tad too much garlic but I do love garlic. Eat and drink here if you can. Reasonably priced for what you are getting, I’d eat here again if in the area.
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Christie E.

Yelp
The Public Kitchen what a few steps down from where I was visiting in Savannah so I stopped in for dinner on my last day. I came early afternoon and decided to sit outside. I highly recommending sitting on the terrace to look out over the street. I ordered the shrimp and grits and a glass of wine. The shrimp & grits were so good, some of the best I've ever had. I there's a choice, choose the shrimp & grits; no regrets.
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Kelly J.

Yelp
I am leaving this review here more as a "warning" to guests and management staff. I recently dined with at The Public and had a great time with my family as far the food and service I received from our server. I don't recall her name but she was excellent! The main reason I am leaving this review and why I am rating it as 2 stars (I would give it 1 Star but as I said before my server did an excellent job). Is because of the bartender. I am unsure of his name, taller middle aged man... he is the issue. As me and my family are enjoying our meal, we couldn't help but continuously find ourselves annoyed and being disrupted by the bartender SHOUTING to his guests and people in the restaurant (we sat at a table not even at the bar.) And we could hear him clear as day. Not only was this disruptive, but I heard him make MANY rude and inappropriate comments to his co-workers IN FRONT OF GUESTS. I don't think this behavior is acceptable whether it is in front of guests or not. From rude comments on his co workers appearances and intelligence, to making suggestive sexual innuendos. Those are just things that employees and women should not be subject to while just trying to do their job. I have children that are still young and impressionable, and the last thing I want is to be taking my family out to dinner and have to explain to them afterwards why the things the bartender was saying are not nice and inappropriate. I am by no means suggesting this individual be fired. I just hope management is able to read this review and maybe speak with him on how he behaves in the work place and treats his fellow peers. Once again, the food and service was great, if he had not "ruined" our experience, most definitely would have been a 5 star review! Thank you, hope this problem can be resolved.
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Deanna H.

Yelp
I had the Savory Brined Grilled pork here, which came with smoked gouda creamed polenta and southern succotash. I also had "The Sting" cocktail. I did like my pork chop, and it was a generous size, but I could probably make the same thing at home for way less than the $28 price of this entree. Additionally, the polenta did not taste cheesy, and I was personally not a fan of the southern succotash. The rest of my family all got either the Smoked Gouda burger, or the Public Burger, and they all seemed to enjoy their food! I did enjoy my cocktail, which was $16 dollars! The service here was amazing, the lady was very nice and informative, I wish I remembered her name! She was very charming. The restaurant is also very nice, I really liked the white brick walls. The inside is a little bit below ground, so you can see the people eating outside above you which is different! There is outside seating as well.
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Colette G.

Yelp
Amazing food and service! On such a beautiful Savannah evening, we were so fortunate to get a table on the upstairs balcony. It's such a lovely vibe with white lights in the trees and a nice view of the block. Our server Lilly, was so lovely and attentive. The food was AMAZING! Everyone loved their selections. Shrimp & grits is a must try when in Savannah! The Public makes a delicious presentation. We were not particularly hungry, more of late evening snack. Roasted garlic & bread appetizer is unique & delicious! We had a berry Salad & ceasar salad and shared some shrimp & grits. Always room for dessert, cant remember what it was..but it was delicious. Dining outside was so lovely. Cannot wait to come back when we are hungry and experience a full meal
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Kalen P.

Yelp
Ambience was nice. The decor and layout makes for a wonderful date night. The food was decent, but I do not feel the quality of our entrees were worth what we paid for them. My paella had underwhelming flavor and was topped with three pieces of shrimp that featured none to minimal seasoning. The mussels were overcooked and dry. My wives' salmon was cooked well. The service was great, but the price didn't line up with the product that we were served. It was my first time at this restaurant and sadly, I was more disappointed than pleased. My wife had been here before and admitted this time did not match up to her previous experiences. I am willing to try the Public again, but I will stay on the simpler side of the menu and will have something along the lines of a burger or salad.
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Micah K.

Yelp
From top to bottom, this was one of the best dining experiences I've had. Jaylynn, my server was probably the kindest and most attentive server that I've ever had. Between walking me through the menu, offering great recommendations and checking up on me an appropriate amount of times, they were absolutely amazing. The shrimp and grits are worth the hype. I'm not the biggest fan of shrimp, but this dish is absolutely amazing. It's a perfect combination of chorizo, grits, and shrimp. Paired with the sourdough bread this dish is hard to pass up if you are here. The soup of the day was a chicken and vegetable soup and tasted fantastic as well. The restaurant is well appointed, super clean, has a great waitstaff, and amazing food. This is one of the restaurants that you won't have ANY FOMO after visiting.
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Bernadette J.

Yelp
Sever was friendle and attentive. Food was delicious. The place itself was comforting and cozy. There is also outside dining.
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Cheyanna A.

Yelp
Stopped in while spending a few hours in Savannah while driving from North Carolina to Florida. We picked this restaurant on a whim and we 100% lucked out. We waited out front until they opened which we soon realized was a smashing move because the restaurant filled up quickly. The service was amazing and the food and drink's phenomenal. I really wanted somewhere cozy on a cold winters evening, and their below ground (basement?) seating was perfect. I ordered the Stolen Gold cocktail and made my partner immediately find the ingredients online to try to replicate back home. It's one of the best cocktails I've had in a long time, and this is after my friends and I just did a holiday bar hop. For food, I started with the chorizo mussels. If I could drink the sauce it came in, I would. For my entree I ordered the lamb shank. It was very good, though I feel a teensy bit overcooked. It came with collard greens which I was highly impressed by, and mashed potatoes. I would normally never think to go off about collards, but these were better than my grandmothers (may she rest in peace). The real star of the meal wasn't even my entree, it was what I was able to steal off my partners plate (sorry not sorry!). He had the shrimp and grits which was incredibly bright and flavorful in flavor. I do not say this lightly, these were the best shrimp and grits I've ever had in my life and I'm a Southerner, so this is a big deal. Do not sleep on these grits! Overall, HIGHLY recommend. They have a bar attached that we hope to visit next time we're in town and there is the ABSOLUTE CUTEST coffee shop attached that again probably had one of the best coffees I've ever had. If you eat at the restaurant, make sure you stop for coffee after.
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Malcolm H.

Yelp
While nursing a hangover from the sins of last night, my friend and i found ourselves walking through the streets of Savannah on a Saturday morning. We honestly were headed to another restaurant, when we stopped to check the gps. I suggested we just go inside Public Kitchen to sort our lives out and I'm very glad we did. Inside is kinda retro modern vibes. Best way i can describe that. The two bartenders were dope. They made great suggestions and had some cool recommendations, for other bars and areas around town to check out. For the food, i got the chicken bacon ranch, and i was not expecting it to be at the level it was. And i say that because usually when i think of a chicken bacon ranch sandwich i was expecting some kind of basic fried chicken with bacon and an ungodly amount of ranch. What i got here was a thick piece of seasoned and what i assumed was grilled * and still juicy* piece of chicken placed between fluffy buns paired with melted cheese and thick cut bacon. Long story short the sandwich was amazing . My friend went for the Caesar Salad and asparagus soup. And I was a little nervous the asparagus soup wasn't going to be all that good, but it was pretty tasty. If i had to guess i think they put the asparagus on the grill to pick up some of those flavors and blend it down to a very creamy consistency. It was more of a bisque in my opinion, and i really would have like to see it paired with a steak. But maybe next time.
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Pam M.

Yelp
We loved the food here and the bartender was entertaining and good. 2 of us got grilled shrimp /kale salads and they were so good. 1 got shrimp and grits and she said her favorite meal on the trip. J was our bartender.
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Kalynda S.

Yelp
Nice spot, aesthetically. The bartenders were great, the drink was great, but the food was just okay. My server was low on energy and not very friendly. I don't agree with the great reviews overall.
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Chris H.

Yelp
Without hyperbole, the shrimp and grits here are the best I've had in ages. There is so much flavor packed into this dish, and you're going to want an extra side of toasted bread to soak up the sauce with. It's worth a trip just for that, but my partner also really enjoyed her lamb shank entree. The collard greens were FANTASTIC! Our sea scallop appetizer was good, not great. It's a creative approach, but just didn't quite ding all the bells for me. The ambiance is classy, cozy, and the noise level was bearable. Service was friendly and attentive. The attached coffee shop is a really nice plus, and the after-dinner latte I had there was delicious. Highly recommended!
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Elicia N.

Yelp
Delicious! Our dinner at The Public Kitchen was fantastic! Sheek vibe, almost like dining on a ship in the second room. Only complaint would be that it was a bit too loud and tables too small. Nevertheless the food was exquisite. We started with the Brussels sprouts, which were absolutely delectable--crispy, flavorful, and a definite highlight. We followed up with the wedge salad, and each of us tried a different dressing--mine with blue cheese and my partner's with a pomegranate vinaigrette. Both were fresh and bursting with flavor! For our main, we shared the steak, medium rare. It was a bit dry for me and I would have preferred rare but my partner loved it, and it was well-seasoned and well portioned. The broccolini was great and scalloped potatoes good...I'd personally skip the crust next time. Overall, an amazing meal with memorable flavors.
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Scott S.

Yelp
I was in town for work and Public was about a 10 min walk from my hotel. I got there around 530P on a Monday. There was a short wait for the dining room but the bar was wide open so I grabbed a seat. The bartender said the Curry and the Primavera were her favorites. She also mentioned that the shrimp & grits have won local awards every year for the last decade or so I went with the shrimp and grits. She recommended I get a few piece of baguette to mop up the sauce at the end. The shrimp and grits were very good. The sauce had good flavor, the grits were creamy, there were a good number of shrimp. I could order it again if I went back but I'd probably try something new. I hadn't eaten anything since breakfast around 630A so I was pretty hungry. The shrimp and grits wasn't a small portion but I was still a little hungry. I ordered a bowl of chicken soup for dessert. I think the bartender said Chicken soup. I assumed chicken noodle but it's a chicken and vegetable soup. It's shredded chicken in a clear broth that has tomatoes, carrots and what I think was kale. I like that it wasn't super salty. To me a salty soup is a soup without flavor so they add salt to make up for it.
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Steve E.

Yelp
Another gem in Savannah. Stopped here for dinner and drinks and zero regrets. Our server was awesome. The drinks came out and nobody wanted to share because each was so good. Our food came out and it was true southern cooking. shrimp and grits are now my favorite food because of this place. The place was fun and clean. I will be back for sure
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Morvarid A.

Yelp
Delicious Southern flavors with a great vibe! The shrimp and grits were incredibly tasty--perfectly seasoned and comforting. We tried the key lime pie for the first time; it was a bit more tart than expected, but still really delicious. The restaurant had a great vibe for dinner, with a relaxed atmosphere and fast, friendly service. Definitely worth a visit!
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Laurie V.

Yelp
Lunch with hubby. Lilly our server was very pleasant and shared she was also from NC and how sad she was to hear about the devastation. She was helpful and attentive. We had drinks beee for hubby mimosa for me. I chose the chicken salad pita and hubby had the Cuban. Both were delicious. Busy place but we highly recommend!!
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Amanda M.

Yelp
Great lunch. Great service. The old fashion was amazing! The large ice cube and dark cherry is important! Such a cute spot.
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Neha B.

Yelp
Went here for a belated bday dinner with friends. Ambience was so nice, very friendly atmosphere with great lighting. They do not take reservations, so we put our name down for a 45 min wait and went next door to their sister bar, Artillery for a drink while we waited. We were texted about 10-15 min after which was nice! Honestly, the food was very mid. It wasn't bad, but wasn't great. And for this type of restaurant with its price range, I'm expecting something more from these items. The burrata was very disappointing, honestly just very cold and wet and did not pair well with the toast. A friend and I both got the salmon, which was great with the spicy sauce on top, but half the salmon was very very fishy for both of us. My partner got the mussels and pork tenderloin, both cooked perfectly, but was just alright, nothing to write home about. I will say they are known for their shrimp and grits, which was the winner of the night at our table. Pretty much all these stars go to our AMAZING server Jaylynn. We were a pretty rambunctious group, and she matched our energy all night long. And was very attentive even with how busy the restaurant got. She had great explanations and suggestions, and made sure everything flowed well with our larger group. The icing on top is the free birthday dessert I got, which was honestly so sweet with the handwritten note.
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Ivy S.

Yelp
Located in Savannah's historic district, our party of 4 stopped to eat after a long stroll. Even though the restaurant was full, we were seated within less than 10 minutes outside as requested. Everyone was friendly and helpful, the food was good and the ambiance was pleasant.
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Jonathan K.

Yelp
Great service & large portions, but some dishes were not to our taste & were not proportioned well. The Brussel sprouts were made with sausage. The sausage itself was tasty but we found it an odd pairing with an overall taste which we didn't appreciate. The sprouts were soggy, not crispy. The chicken curry was good but in our opinion, there was a tiny amount of rice compared to the rest of the dish. The sausage with pasta was the best dish of the visit, with a tasty sauce and crisp red pepper strips -- though not enough peppers to match the rest of the dish. These issues could have brought this to a 3-star review but we recognize that some of our issues are subjective & may not be problems for others.
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Emily V.

Yelp
Great spot for a late lunch after walking around much of the morning. We had our pup with us and sat outside - it's a spacious sidewalk so we had plenty of space to not feel crowded with people walking by. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The kitchen was fast. We got a burger and a pulled pork sandwich which were both solid. Would definitely visit again when we're back in Savannah!
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Vicki E.

Yelp
Savannah was a quick overnight stopover on a road trip with our dogs. After checking out of our Airbnb, we took a nice walk and search of a dog friendly place for an early lunch. We happened upon the Public Kitchen and Bar and were not disappointed! Service was quick and friendly and food was delicious. My smoked gouda grilled cheese with roasted red peppers and zucchini was right up my alley, and my husband ate every bite of his brunch burger. We each had a coleslaw and split the fries, which were more than enough to share between us, with a few for the pups! This place is worth seeking out, not just as a default! Look forward to going back on our next trip!
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Tristan P.

Yelp
Fantastic spot for dinner. Cute and cozy with candles and a chill vibe. No wait for a table which was great for a Friday night. Staff was attentive and kind and took care of us. The food was good -- not the best of my trip to Savannah but very close behind the best of the best. Perfect spot for a casual dinner with a group of friends. I would come back.
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Benjamin B.

Yelp
The food was amazing, the presentation looked great as well! The service was overall great and quick when we needed it as well. Even with the tables close to each other you can't hear the other conversations around you, which is a good thing. Overall great dining experience and definitely would go back again!
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Emily S.

Yelp
It seems likely we had an atypically mediocre experience, and I can see how this place had a lot of the components that would lend this to being a 4 or 5 star place, but I have to base Mt review on my actual experience. First, we asked to be seated outside and ended up at the table the furthest back to the side of the building, basically I could reach my arm around the corner of the back if I wanted to. What this meant is that service staff were constantly leaving out the side door and walking past our table to deliver food up the stairs in the back of the building. Also, even though outside was bustling with many tables, it looks like the restaurant only assigned one server to the entire outside area. He had way too many tables and this made it impossible for him to be appropriately attentive. This meant my fiance's iced tea was never refilled and we waited a good 15 minutes after we were done for our bill, to a point where my fiance had to stand up to get attention. It didn't help that our server had been standing and chitchatting with another table for what seemed like 10 minutes. The food itself was good, but the portions were small for this price point. Particularly small was the portion of tuna on my tuna steak sandwich.m, which was topped with a small rectangle of pineapple. I have had tuna steak sandwiches before where the slab of tuna was around the same size as a burger. THIS doll-sized portion of tuna sat like a little island in the middle of my bun. I wasn't sure how to even eat this like a sandwich so I cut it up and scattered the pieces around my bun. Safe to say, I ate this "sandwich" AND my mashed potatoes, also a small portion, AND my fiance's leftover corn salad, and was still hungry after because this meal had very little protein relative to the processed carbs (great for me as someone trying to manage my A1C). That said, my fiance couldn't finish his pulled pork sandwich, which looked much more ample, so value here is clearly hit or miss. I should also mention that I ended up with the tuna steak sandwich because the menu had so few fish items that didn't come with meat. There were definitely vegetarian options available, but I am pescatarian and would like to be able to get a shrimp or fish dish that doesn't contain pork products. This eliminated most of the fish dishes on the menu, which all contained bacon, sausage or some other version of pork. I expected to not be able to extract the pork items from the shrimp and grits, but was especially bummed to learn that the bacon could not be removed from what I really wanted, the shrimp roll, because it was mixed in with the shrimp salad rather than just being laid on top like a topping. Even the pasta with clams had pork in it. Double traif.
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Chris C.

Yelp
Stopped in for a brunch time drink and sat at the bar. We were immediately met and provided with some water. We ordered a Bloody Mary on the spicy side and had a cup of the pasta salad. The salad was surprisingly very fresh. Not that I expected anything less, but this one had fresh tomatoes and was really what I would call "restaurant" style. The Bloody Mary's were made perfectly and had just the right amount of spice. The bartender was great and took care of everyone. We had a short visit but a good visit. We visit Savannah often and will return. They do have outdoor seating as well.
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Paloma M.

Yelp
Espresso Martinis are always welcome on a girl's day. The Public Kitchen & Bar has the perfect vibes and ambiance for enjoying a drink and chatting with friends.
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Frank G.

Yelp
Went to Savannah GA to see family and we met up at The Public Kitchen. I wasn't sure what to expect not being a Savannah local or having read any reviews on this establishment. Here is what I can tell you. The food was on point, I ordered the New York Strip with Potatoes Augratin and my sister and her husband ordered the Salmon and Rice. The boys got Chicken fingers. My Steak was cooked a perfect medium, and had a wonderful sear. Over delicious and expertly cooked potatoes Augratin. The Salmon even though not my thing looked delicious. All the food tasted fresh and just made. The ambience was delightful, and cozy. Thus was definitely a high end dining experience and the server and staff were on point. Delicious food, wonderful experience, and money well spent! Thank you for the opportunity to dine at your wonderful establishment. I hope this New Year brings you Great Success!
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Rachael O.

Yelp
The salad was amazing. Service great. Fun little spot for a late afternoon lunch. Would definitely recommend...and return.
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Maureen H.

Yelp
This place was hopping on a Friday night and the food proved why! The shrimp and grits was recommended by our server and did not disappoint. Creamy, buttery. Yummy. Not your standard dish, as many Southerners I was with told me - it had chorizo and gravy. They liked it to, but made sure I knew it was atypical Bring it on! Delish, every bite! The restaurant was a bit loud and the server could have been more attentive (never offered us a second round of drinks) but between watching the hostess do what amounted to a ballet to gracefully dodge patrons and this dish, I'd return!
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James B.

Yelp
The atmosphere is modern and welcoming, with a cozy vibe that makes you feel right at home. I had the roasted chicken, and it was incredible. The chicken was perfectly cooked--crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. The seasoning was spot-on, and it paired wonderfully with the sides. It was a simple dish, but done to perfection. The service was friendly and attentive, making for a very enjoyable dining experience. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty meal or just want to enjoy a relaxing evening out, The Public Kitchen is a fantastic choice. Can't wait to come back and try more dishes!
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Cammie S.

Yelp
The food here was amazing! A friend recommended this restaurant while visiting Savannah, and I'm so glad she did. Came for dinner and returned twice during our visit. I got the steak and my son got the salmon. Delish!
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Frank F.

Yelp
1st time here. Enjoyed this place. Occupancy is 36 inside. And I really like that they've personalized glass bottles to serve customers water from. We ordered the burger and turkey melt on sour dough. I added egg and bacon. They sit on the corner and have out door sitting around the building. Perfect to catch some rays, cool breeze and watch the passer bys, see the architecture, and enjoy nature. The food was delicious, and the service was top-notch. We shall be visiting again. They are neighbors with ' é one of our new fav's. Mission Eat More Savannah Locally Over & Out FranknKimm 3/24/24 Sunday
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Julie K.

Yelp
Great restaurant. The servers made you feel like friends, at home. The food was just so so good. And the vibe was local pub. Highly recommend. But I don't need too... they built it and now they will come.
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Steve C.

Yelp
Solid meal at the public kitchen. Started out with some Parmesan truffle fries, very tasty, followed by the pork chop, which was executed perfectly. Had the pecan pie for dessert. It was quite lame-o and tasted store-bought. Hard pass on this dessert. It was very packed on the Tuesday night. I was here, but food and service flowed well.
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Rebecca R.

Yelp
I had to give bad reviews, but this was really warranted. To start off, we were seated quickly which was great and our server was nice, however, I noticed a few things that bugged me. Hubby ordered a pour of Eagle Rare bourbon and I did a Coke. Later noticed the table next to us also ordered a pour of the same exact bourbon and was offered an "extra pour" for a few dollars more. We were not offered that and would have went with the extra pour. We both ordered the Bergamot Chicken. Every item on my plate had issues. The chicken was super dry, there was no juice/tea marinate at all and it wasn't even hot, more like luke-warm. The polenta was subbed for garlic mashed. The mashed were dry, they had flavor, but it was like there was no butter/milk to give it that creaminess. The green bean almondines had severely undercooked beans, which resulted in them being crunchy. My husband's chicken was pooled in juices, his polenta was rich and creamy and his green beans were also undercooked. His dish was at least more edible. The final touch from the server was him going to the table behind us and offering an opened menu, asking if they wanted dessert, doing the same at the table next to us (where they got the extra pour) and then coming to our table, scrunching his face up and asking "You didn't want dessert did you??" I replied no. The service was crap, the food was not good for me and we were disappointed. I would not go back. Why didn't we say anything? Because it was very late, we were tired and I didn't want to make a scene. I also worry about repercussions that could arise from complaining about food.
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Jessica V.

Yelp
Food was good, but the servers and bartender left a lot more to be desired. Barback wouldn't even provide a drink menu. Service was disappointingly slow.

Andrea G.

Yelp
First, the bathroom. It was clean and had a "vacant/in use" sign like on an airplane. That's a thoughtful touch bec it's embarrassing to say "I'm in here" when someone knocks. Next, the service. We were welcomed and seated right away (2pm on a Thursday). Daniel was our server and he was professional and friendly, with great drink and food suggestions. Ambiance. There are tables seating about 20 inside, about 10 at the bar and 6 tables outside seating 4. There's a white brick wall at the bar with a nice wooden drop ceiling, it's a modern but inviting vibe. Last, the food. We both had a strawberry arugula salad; I had it with salmon on top, he had it with shrimp on top. I asked for the salmon to be cooked as rare as legally acceptable, and it was done perfectly for me and seasoned beautifully. Perfectly dressed with honey lavender, usually I ask for dressing on the side but I'd forgotten to ask. We'll return for sure!

Tony H.

Yelp
Visited this establishment twice in mid May visiting from Chicago. Had cocktails both days, sat at the bar, met a wonderful bartender Rebecca, who treated us cordial, friendly and very professional. Saw some of the dishes coming out of the kitchen, looked really good. Will definitely go back to eat and for more cocktails. Will definitely look for Rebecca !!
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Lilly B.

Yelp
I feel bad for dropping a few stars but I had high expectations for this cute place. The indoor area is pretty small but there is plenty of seating outside. They do allow dogs outside and even offered to bring a water bowl out for them. The service was great and the food came out quickly, not so much on the drinks. I ordered an espresso martini which wasn't on the typical menu and it wasn't that great (should have stuck to the menu). My partner and I split a shrimp po boy that came with a side. They plated them in 2 which was thoughtful. I had to take off stars for food alone. The mashed potatoes were advertised as garlic and there was no trace that. They were very dry and lacked flavor. The shrimp and slaw had good flavor but there weren't many shrimps and the roll didn't hold up. Overall disappointing. With so many great places in the area, I wouldn't return.
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Clarissa K.

Yelp
5-3-24 2:30pm We were running an errand in town and stopped in here for a late lunch. I took one look at the cocktail menu and nothing inspired me so I ordered a cappuccino. I found the cappuccino not too weak but not too strong. It was just right. My hubby had a Hendricks and Tonic as well as a Pulled Pork sandwich for lunch. The side was extra. Although the atmosphere was pleasant and clean I thought the pricing was high. $100. (Tip included)for lunch with only one person eating is a lot. Now I do understand food pricing is high since Covid but I have eaten out many times in Savannah for a lot less. Definitely would not return solely on the fact as I found nothing to interest me to order anything but the cappuccino. I asked the waitress for the nearest chocolate shop and went there after. She was very kind and the service was ok.
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Amanda F.

Yelp
Love the variety of dinner options. Had the seafood paella and it was very good. Husband had the shrimp and grits...said it was good but has had better in Savannah. Love their different seating areas. Wish they would take reservations.

Adrienne ..

Yelp
Yum. Best cucumber tomato salad I ever had. Great sandwich great burgers. Would go again. Great service.
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Thomas B.

Yelp
Great staff, amazing service, delicious food. Great for date night or take out. Ordered the shrimp and grits and the red drum. Great mixed drinks averaging $15 each. Really enjoyed myself here. Thank you
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Karen H.

Yelp
Amazing experience! Jaylin (sp?) provided exceptional service. Food was amazing including GF chicken tenders for our granddaughter (said it was best she has ever had). Shrimp & grits were worth the price and ham/cheese/apple sandwich was absolutely delicious. All in a wonderful restaurant on a vibrant corner with lots of windows to people watch.
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Lynn S.

Yelp
Gyro was so good and fries nice and crisp! Ask for the ranch super fresh. Everything ordered was great. Try chicken pot pie soup was warm and cozy. Cosmos were 10/10. Sat outside and they had fun background music playing. Service was wonderful.
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Gina K.

Yelp
Just remember you're in the south, everything operates slower, much slower. We got seats and waited almost 10 minutes for someone to come to our table, which we later found out was because the hostess team did not inform our waitress that she had a new table. We weren't very hungry and the portion are large so we split the bacon chicken sandwich which has delicious flavor and they even cut it for us which was great! But, even with it cut it was so hot I burnt my mouth when I bit into the chicken. The fries had a nice seasoning but they were way over cooked and way over seasoned/salted. Someone was clearly too heavy handed with the seasoning in the kitchen and not watching the fried. Maybe stop by for a drink, my wine was delicious.
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Madame G.

Yelp
I recently ate here and ordered the shrimp and grits. Admittedly it took a while for the server to introduce herself after I was seated. When she arrived I was ready to order because lord knows how long I'd have to wait. I ordered my food. At first glance I thought it was too saucy and had little grits but the amount was just right. The sauce was delicious. It was made with peas, onions, tomatoes and had lots of flavor to it. I couldn't consume it all. I had to take the rest to go. The playlist of old school R&B music was a plus. Kudos to whomever is responsible for that - nothing like eating good food while listening to great music on a chill day. Service could be improved by server. The hostess sat me down fast but the server was so slow and barely checked on me. I'd recommend this establishment to those visiting the Savannah area.