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    Broken Keel

    3.8 (176 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    BROKEN KEEL ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Touristy
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Bridgette H.

    Yummy food and the best service in Savannah!! Sam was our server and did an amazing job checking, refreshing drinks and tending to our needs. We had a spill and he promptly helped us clean up things and even gave us a complimentary drink . Will be back soon & will ask for Sam for sure, he made the visit great. The live music was kickass too!

    Doug B.

    Came to Savannah Ga for a vacation and had dinner at the broken keel restaurant. They had outdoor seating but we had been outside all day and really needed some AC. Sam our waiter came to our table quickly with ice water, took our drink order and gave us the time we needed to decide what we wanted. After ordering the food came quickly and was delicious. Sam returned several times to ensure we had everything we needed. Everyone should check out the broken keel and ask for Sam. Oh yes they had live music a

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    Beth C.

    We thoroughly enjoyed the delicious and decadent Surf and Turf burger. It was topped with a beautiful seafood blend of unctuousness that complimented the beef patty. We ordered it medium rare and it was a bit over but was still juicy. We also had the Grouper sandwich prepared blackened. The sandwich was also very good and the fish was cooked to perfection but it needed more seasoning--we added a kick of hot sauce to spice it up a bit. We sat outdoors to enjoy the beautiful view and it was also heated and dog friendly. Service was friendly and attentive.

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    Amanda B.

    Ate here several times while staying upstairs, and each time we tried something different and really enjoyed everything. My husband really liked the oatmeal for breakfast, as it featured fresh fruit. We both loved the cheeseburgers --cooked to perfection and juicy. Staff were very friendly and very nice; great view of the river if you eat outside. We'd definitely go back!

    Colin S.

    Five Stars -- Three Thumbs Up! We spontaneously walked into Broken Keel on New Year's Eve, and honestly, it turned into one of the best restaurant experiences we've ever had. From the moment we walked in, we were seated in rockstar seating right next to the band, which instantly set the tone for an unforgettable night. The live music, the energy, the crowd -- everything was absolutely spot on. Our server Xannah was nothing short of AMAZING. Truly some of the best service we've ever received anywhere. She took care of us all night long, never missed a beat, and treated us like family. Friendly, attentive, fun, and genuinely awesome -- she made the entire experience next-level. The food was great, the atmosphere was electric, and the people were fantastic. We stayed all the way until midnight, ringing in the New Year and watching the fireworks -- it couldn't have been more perfect. If you're anywhere near Savannah, do not miss Broken Keel. Highly recommend -- 5 stars, 3 thumbs up, and we'll absolutely be back!

    Chris was great sever ! We were on a food tour he was excellent!! Recommend get keep the shaker

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    CritDicks ..

    A decent cocktail stop with patio seats overlooking the river. We heard the music and went upstairs. Service was a bit awkward as we weren't sure who to flag down for an order as any servers seemed like they were avoiding us instead of finding us a seat and menu etc. We got it worked out. Drinks were satisfying. CritDicks

    Craig L.

    First time in Savannah. Staying at River Street Inn. This seafood place is located in the hotel. It definitely achieves the nautical theme with ease. Very pleasant if not a little noisy for my taste. Extremely large portions. The bisque was excellent. Service was decent.

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    Lauren S.

    Came for breakfast and thought everything was just mediocre. The omelette also had a ton of oil -- which wasn't ideal given I ordered it to be on the healthier side. I'd also stay away from the coffee which tasted just like grounds and water had been sitting in a pot for a few days. The food also takes a long time to come out so be prepared to wait a bit. The positive was our server was very nice.

    Surf-'N'-Turf Burger
    Kelly W.

    We had an ok experience at Broken Keel. It started out good and then somehow our order got lost in the kitchen or it was never entered into the system. Our server let us know and we were playing a game so we didn't really notice how long it was taking for our food to come out. Once he told us it still took almost another 30 minutes. During our visit it rained multiple times and the weather started to cool off. We asked for the heaters (above our heads) to be turned on and the manager offered to turn them on and bring us blankets. We waited and waited and had to ask again for this to actually happen. We also asked for something to munch on since our food was taking so long. They brought chips and salsa which was great but in our opinion that should have come as soon as they realized our order was lost. Once our food arrived we enjoyed it but we were so ready to leave and our stay just kept getting drawn out. We had to track down our server to get our check and we got 10% off our bill. We felt like that was pretty measly considering what happened. We ended up being at the restaurant for almost three hours. The atmosphere is great and the food was good but unfortunately our experience wasn't the best. We'll probably skip it next time we're in town.

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    1 month ago

    Great food. The shrimp was amazing, and the service was 1st class. Thank you Kristin!

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    Anna was wonderful, quick and friendly. Knew what drinks we wanted just by our order.

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    I was here on a food tour, and Anna's service was amazing!! The vibes here are great as well.

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    Nikki was great! Food was great, we had drinks, fries, nachos, and the crab pretzel. Great views and the singer was also amazing

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    Food was excellent, service was top notch, music not so loud you couldn't talk. Highly recommend.

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    Great food, great music, great service and great vibes! Thanks Kristen for the service and Jose for the music!

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    Great food, drinks, ambiance, and great and quick service from our waiter Chris! Would definitely come again!

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    Anna did a great job. We recommend the Peach Margarita! Just in town for the weekend but we will be back.

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