B. Matthew's Eatery
Historic District, Savannah
Bar in Savannah, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
B. Matthew's Eatery at 325 E Bay St is one of Savannah's easier bookings in the historic district, with a bar program that outpaces most local restaurant wine lists by the glass. Best suited to a return visit focused on drinks rather than a destination meal. Book a few days ahead for weekend evenings; walk-ins work mid-week.
About B. Matthew's Eatery
Quick Take: B. Matthew's Eatery, Savannah
Seats at B. Matthew's fill up faster than most casual Bay Street options, so if you're planning a visit, book ahead rather than counting on a walk-in. The address puts it squarely in Savannah's historic district at 325 E Bay St, which means foot traffic is high and availability at peak meal times is genuinely limited.
For a returning visitor wondering what to prioritize next, the short answer is: come for the bar side of the experience. B. Matthew's operates with a drinks program that punches above what most Savannah restaurant wine lists offer by the glass. Where many local spots default to a narrow, safe selection of pours, a dedicated bar-forward eatery at this address has room to offer more range and better value per glass than you'd find buried in a full-service restaurant list. That's the practical reason to come back specifically for drinks rather than treating the bar as an afterthought.
The Bay Street location gives it strong visual appeal in the room itself: exposed brick, period detailing, the kind of interior that reads as Savannah without trying too hard. As a returning guest, you'll notice the space differently once you're positioned at the bar rather than a dining table. The sightlines, the pacing, the interaction with staff all shift.
What B. Matthew's doesn't have, at least based on available data, is an awards profile or a standout chef name that anchors the experience. That's not a deal-breaker for a casual return visit, but it does mean you should calibrate expectations accordingly. This isn't a destination meal for out-of-town visitors making a single choice. It's a solid, well-located neighbourhood eatery that earns a repeat visit for its bar program and setting rather than for tasting-menu ambition.
Booking is easy by Savannah standards. If you want a specific table or counter seat, a same-week reservation should be sufficient in most cases. Walk-ins remain possible outside of Friday and Saturday peak hours.
For more on where to eat and drink in the city, see our full Savannah restaurants guide, our full Savannah bars guide, and our full Savannah experiences guide. If you're planning a longer trip, our full Savannah hotels guide and our full Savannah wineries guide are worth a look too.
Practical Details
| Venue | Booking Difficulty | Setting | Leading For |
|---|---|---|---|
| B. Matthew's Eatery | Easy | Historic district, Bay St | Bar program, casual return visits |
| Artillery Bar | Moderate | Downtown Savannah | Cocktail-forward evenings |
| Bella's Italian Cafe | Easy | Neighbourhood setting | Wine with Italian food |
| Cha Bella | Easy–Moderate | Garden district | Organic-focused dining |
| Common Restaurant | Moderate | Downtown | Group dinners, full menu |
For bar program comparisons outside Savannah, Bar Leather Apron in Honolulu, Jewel of the South in New Orleans, and Julep in Houston represent what a truly drinks-led programme looks like at full development.
Planning details
- Location
- 325 E Bay St, Savannah, GA 31401
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- bmatthewseatery.com
- Phone
- +1 912 233 1319
The take
The Take
The Vibe
B. Matthew's Eatery sits in an older East Bay Street building that anchors its sense of place: the review emphasizes the site’s historic bones and its relationship to the riverfront corridor. The program leans toward considered drink lists and ingredient-driven plates, so the room feels purposeful rather than purely tourist-facing. It reads as a neighborhood spot with a refined edge — familiar and locally minded but calibrated toward thoughtful hospitality — giving the space a quietly sophisticated, historic charm that reflects Savannah’s layered urban fabric.
Best For
This is a neighborhood bar-and-kitchen that suits relaxed gatherings and more intentional evenings alike. Locals treat it as a casual hangout for post-work drinks and repeat visits, while the pairing-forward menu and cocktails make it a good option for date night. The venue’s context on East Bay Street — near River Street but pitched to a repeat local crowd — also makes it a reasonable stop for brunch crowds or daytime socializing when the city’s waterfront energy filters through the neighborhood.
Ordering Tips
Approach the menu expecting food-and-drink conversation: the bar and kitchen are described as designed to work together, so prioritize pairings rather than ordering food or cocktails in isolation. Consider sharing a few ingredient-driven plates alongside selections from the considered drink list to get a sense of how the program balances flavors. Because the location sits between tourist corridors and a local clientele, arriving with a casual plan—early for a quieter experience or later for livelier energy—is a practical way to tailor the visit.
Venue details
Ambiance
Family-friendly by day with exceptional service, transforming to candlelit upscale dining by night in a beautifully restored historic space.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
Accessibility
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Lounge
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Signature Pours
- Peachtree Street
- Georgia Peach Old-Fashioned
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Artillery Bar; Notable alternative
- Bella's Italian Cafe; Notable alternative
- Cha Bella; Notable alternative
- Common Restaurant; Notable alternative
- Garibaldi Savannah; Notable alternative
Bar context
Among Savannah's casual dining and bar options, B. Matthew's sits in a practical middle ground. Artillery Bar is the stronger choice if cocktails are your primary focus: it has a more developed spirits program and a reputation that draws serious drinkers. B. Matthew's wins on accessibility and setting for guests who want food and drinks together without the intensity of a cocktail-destination experience.
Bella's Italian Cafe and Cha Bella are both easier alternatives if your group wants wine integrated into a full meal, but neither has the Bay Street positioning or the bar-forward setup that B. Matthew's offers a returning visitor. Garibaldi Savannah works for a more formal dinner, Common Restaurant is the better call for larger groups who need flexible seating and a broad menu.
For value and ease of booking, B. Matthew's is hard to fault as a repeat-visit neighbourhood option in a prime location. If you're optimising for drinks quality alone, Artillery Bar is the upgrade. If you want food as the centrepiece, Garibaldi or Common Restaurant will serve you better. B. Matthew's earns its place for guests who want both, without committing to a full-service formal dinner.
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Compare B. Matthew's Eatery
| Venue | Booking Difficulty | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| B. Matthew's Eatery | Easy | No published awards |
| Artillery Bar | Unknown | No published awards |
| Bella's Italian Cafe | Unknown | No published awards |
| Cha Bella | Unknown | No published awards |
| Common Restaurant | Unknown | No published awards |
| Garibaldi Savannah | Unknown | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is B. Matthew's Eatery located?
B. Matthew's Eatery is located in Savannah, at 325 E Bay St, Savannah, GA 31401.
