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    Tipsy McSway's

    4.4 (234 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    TIPSY MCSWAY'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Happy hour specials

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    Green goddess sandwich with onion rings
    Karen C.

    Ordered the Green Goddess sandwich with a side of onion rings and split it with my husband. It was very good! Loved the garlic aioli. The onion rings were good but would've been better if they were hot. There was live music and the place was very busy. Our server was great!

    Melty beef sandwich w onion rings  Blackened chicken salad with citrus vinaigrette

    The best onion rings I've ever eaten. I got the salad w blackened chicken and my husband got the melt beef sandwich. Food, service and atmosphere was 10/10!

    Tipsy McSway's storefront
    L L.

    The food was very good and reasonably priced. They had live music, which is always a plus. Service was rushed and felt fake-friendly. You have to pass the kitchen and janitorial supplies to get to the bathroom which is unpleasant. Parking was easy to find on the street but you will need to walk a couple blocks, especially when crowded. In the future I'd prefer to do takeout for the good food and skip the dine-in. The dining room is small, tables were uncomfortable and everyone was looking at everyone else, which was weird. There is no focal place to rest your gaze. The stage is very undefined and unasthetic, and the bar is boring. The purple and green lights everywhere were not relaxing, such that I felt like I was in a haunted house! The cutesy cartoons and tongue-in-cheek "humor" on the menu is super lame. After dealing with sick narcissists in my life (who use innuendo in place of healthy communication because it's part of their manipulation), double-meaning of any kind is just toxic, not clever. And the wannabe-sexy cartoons are Epstein-creepy! Food made with love, decent band, but ambiance, service, and menu lore were awkward and not worth revisiting.

    Grilled cheese and garlic tomato soup
    John W.

    So - IESS headed to a retirement party at a brew pub in old town Brunswick GA. Of course the the place didn't open til 4pm and I was there at 3pm. So, down the street was Tipay McSway's. Cute little joint in this artsy district of Brunswick. Let me start off with if I was just having drinks this would be a 5 star review. Eric (Erik) was an outstanding bartender and genuinely nice to everyone that came in. He remembered everyone's name, and was very timely on refills. I decided to get a bite to eat, since I hadn't eaten all day. The menu was diverse and had many southern comfort offerings with a twist. I ordered the grilled cheese and soup. The soup which was advertised as a garlic tomato basil and it was tasty but had a tad too much garlic for my tastebuds (and I like garlic!). The grilled cheese, although tasty as I believe the bread was soaked in butter had a very skimpy slice (Maybe a slice and a half) of American cheese. The bread was full and hearty, I would recommend cheese (2-3 slices), tomato, and bacon on that bread. Overall, a friendly place to stop for a afternoon outing. On a side note, looks like they have live music a couple of nights each week... very nice.

    Tipsy  Burger
    Claudia A.

    We've been by Tipsy's several times but had not been able to stop and enjoy it. We DID TODAY!! Walked in and told to sit wherever made us happy, we chose right by front window on high top table. Waitress came over took drink order and we opted for nachos to start. We asked for only the half order because we were eye balling the lunch! We dove into menu and came up with the Tipsy burger and the smashed dog. Shortly after that our nachos came out. They were made with white queso and plenty of toppings and flavor on chicken. On the main.....the burger was HUGE AS WELL AS Smashed dog.. every bite was a party on our taste buds! Great job especially on smashed dog, on first site you aren't really sure where to start so our advice: DIG ON IN! Great service and food we ended with the brownie and that too was perfect! Great job y'all!

    Fried potato salad. Honestly not that great. It's mayo and mustard on fried potatoes.

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    Love the food. Service is alway great. One of our favorite places to go in downtown Brunswick.

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    My Server Ryan was amazing. He made sure that my food was out on time ! Was very nice and welcoming !! I ordered wings and Disco Fries!

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    Im a frequent here and i have made freinds with most of the staff. They are super nice. Second, the food is always good, never dissapoints.

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    4.5(398 reviews)
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    Reid's Apothecary now offers bottomless--but instead of refills, they bring you a full bottle of…read morechampagne with juice (love that). I may or may not have finished mine. lol We booked through Resy--highly recommend. My husband had the chorizo burrito (good, but didn't love the fried chicken gravy), and I had the farmhouse skillet--tasty, but the chimichurri was a bit too limey for me. Shoutout to our waitress Emily--she was fantastic and made the experience even better. Definitely coming back!

    Saturday afternoon around 4, visit with family…read more Here is what we liked: * Based on the hostess greeting, the server that came out was amazing. Friendly and interactive. * Cocktails were good. I think I sampled everyone's, and most were really good. *Place had a cool vibe What could of been better: *This almost ruined the visit. Walk in and the hostess, young lady looked at us and mumbled. We explained how many people we had 5 with one more joining us. Just stared at us and looked confused. Said we could sit at the bar. The place was mostly empty. Asked again about seating and she seemed lost. A member of party asked if we could sit there, and pointed and the hostess states " I guess so" it was the weirdest interaction I have ever had with a hostess. She seemed lost. We were debating whether we should even stay. Overall we enjoyed the visit once we got past the door. Will give them another chance

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    Indigo Coastal Shanty - Charleston Sauté- aka Shrimp & grits with fried okra.  Yummy!!

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    4.8(665 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Monday afternoon lunch, party of 3. Here is what we liked: *…read moreCool vibe just feels and looks fun. * Sat on the patio, took maybe 3 minutes to be seated. It is a small place. We were greeted immediately upon entering. Everyone was nice. *Patio is cool with the large tree growing in the middle of it. * All 3 of us got a variation of the jerked chicken. * Jerked chicken tostadas were just flavorful and delicious. *Calypso nachos with the jerked chicken, the pineapple paired well and just good nachos. *Pac-rim salad with jerked chicken, big serving and a nice crunch with the cabbage Cole slaw paired with a peanut vinaigrette and the jerked chicken. Delicious. * Our serve was attentive but not over burdening. Checked in, was super pleasant, just darn right nice. *Chocolate bread pudding was recommend and it was moist and warm with a good scoop of vanilla ice cream. The caramel drizzle was the highlight for me. What could of been better: *A me thing for nachos, when piled high the bottom gets soggy before you can enjoy them. Great visit, want to come back and try some other items.

    What a great place. The food is always delicious and service is always great. Inside is nice but it…read moreis a small place. If it is warm out, sit on their outdoor patio under the tree. I actually ended up going there twice this week- once for lunch and once for dinner. For lunch I had their Bombay chicken salad where the chicken is curried and on top of a cabbage slaw with a bright citrus vinaigrette. 3 small pieces of flatbread accompanied the salad along with a Fruit chutney that tasted like apple pie. I ordered an additional side of flatbread which came warm and was quite good with the chutney. The curry chicken is outstanding so I was tempted to have it for dinner later that week but decided to try their Bahamian curry which was excellent- a bowl of rice with curried chicken, sweet potato and kale. My husband had the special which was Mahi mahi Marsala and he raved about it. If that is on the menu next time I will definitely get it. The restaurant knows how to spice their food so definitely check it out. They do not take reservations but turnover seems to be pretty quick particularly at lunch.

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    Indigo Coastal Shanty - The Sesame Crusted Catfish was truly incredible.  I will forever compare whatever future catfish I eat in my lifetime, to theirs.

    The Sesame Crusted Catfish was truly incredible. I will forever compare whatever future catfish I eat in my lifetime, to theirs.

    Indigo Coastal Shanty - Plantains with guacamole

    Plantains with guacamole

    Indigo Coastal Shanty - Porch seating is great when the weather cools down.

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    Porch seating is great when the weather cools down.

    Maggie Mae’s - Steak Sandwich and Pasta Salad

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    4.7(31 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    We tried coming here last year, but they were closed a few days before and after Christmas. This…read moreyear we're in town closer to New Year's and thankfully, we were able to try Maggie Mae's in downtown Brunswick. This definitely appears to be a popular place with locals because most people are greeted by name as they enter the restaurant. I was greeted with a smile and a good morning as soon as I entered the restaurant. They gave me a menu and told that I could sit anywhere I would like. The server was very friendly and relatively attentive. The dining room is adequately filled with six large larger tables and a number of smaller ones that are perfect for two people. They also have four picnic tables outside. They serve breakfast and lunch all day. Yelp shows that they're open until 3 PM, but the menu shows 7 AM to 2 PM Monday through Friday, and the grill is turned off at 1:30 PM. I decided to try their ham and cheese omelette. The menu shows a peace symbol next to the best selling items. The omelette comes with hashbrowns or grits and your choice of toast. The server suggested raisin toast or the biscuit. I typically do not order biscuits because they tend to be dry. Their biscuit was surprisingly good. It was sliced in half and grilled on both sides. It tasted soft and moist after applying butter and strawberry jam. Similar to the biscuit, the ham and cheese omelette was also really good. It was loaded with ham and there was possibly a little more ham than cheese. Overall, I had a positive experience. The food tasted great, and the service felt personable and exemplified southern hospitality. I would definitely consider returning, and I would recommend Maggie Mae's to others Cheers

    Where else in the world can you bump into a colleague from three-plus decades ago by accident?…read more We stopped in after reviewing quick lunch spots after leaving Saint Simons. Maggie Mae's look fun and it was. Food: a unique, toasted Cuban sans mustard with a heap of tater tots. Also tasty egg salad with pasta salad. Both with water. All good. Ambiance: this is a local oasis with a wide breakfast and lunch menu, including soup of the day. Sandwiches are specialities but we hate to have missed breakfast. Not opulent but a hometown feel you can't import. Service. Perfect. From ordering to delivery to a quick "hey" from the boss. We'll go again when in the area.

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    Ham and Cheese omelette

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    I Am Nacho Mama - Cheese quesadilla

    I Am Nacho Mama

    4.5(91 reviews)
    4.4 mi

    They may not be my mama but they sure do cook like it! Cooked with the freshest of ingredients and…read morekindest of smiles, every bite brings assurance of matronly comfort. Despite the Yankee ownership, they sure do understand southern hospitality. Guarantees: - A warm welcome - Fresh ingredients - Relaxed ambiance - Variety of excellent choices Not many restaurants impress me in this way, so I am forced to add it to my Mount Rushmore of restaurants. Come here for an exemplary culinary experience!

    If you're in Brunswick, Georgia, you absolutely have to stop at I Am Nacho Mamá --conveniently…read morelocated next to the new @TrubyHilton Brunswick. This place is truly a hidden treasure! From the moment you walk in, you feel the warmth. Yvette, one of the owners, along with her husband and their son Nalen, run this Latino restaurant with so much love, pride, and dedication. Their passion shines through in everything they do. The food? Absolutely delicious. Fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared -- every bite tastes homemade and full of heart. You can tell they care deeply about quality and about their customers. The portions are generous, the flavors are incredible, and the entire experience is unforgettable. What makes it even more special is the family atmosphere. They don't just serve food -- they also make incredible cocktails they make you feel welcome, appreciated, and at home. Brunswick is so lucky to have I Am Nacho Mamá. If you haven't been yet, go! You'll be glad you did. Ivette & Alan Cleveland, Ohio

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    Another interior seating view.

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    Three Little Birds - Fly in, Fly out - Grit bowl

    Three Little Birds - Fly in, Fly out

    4.4(80 reviews)
    6.0 mi

    I found this spot when we weee staying nearby and looking for some biscuits and gravy…read more We were quickly seated and started looking over the menu. There were some great options which made choosing difficult, but we tried the biscuits and gravy (go ahead - get 2 biscuits!) and the fried chicken and biscuit. Both were great! The sandwich wasn't huge so it was a perfect amount for breakfast. We sat inside - it's very cute - with a market and to go as well as the tables. Food comes up fast and is really reasonably priced! The chicken was perfectly fried - not greasy - and the hot honey was a nice touch (and thankfully, not too hot). Good bathrooms and lots of tasty looking items in the refrigerated cases (including various types of seafood to cook).

    This is a combination restaurant, store, bakery and premade takeout place. Amazing…read more I came for a late breakfast/ lunch. I was seated right away and my order was taken quickly. I decided on a grits bowl . I was shocked at ghe size of the bowl when it was delivered a short while later. Huge is an understatement. The grits were well done, the bacon plentiful and lots of cheese. I could only finish about half of it. Really nice dish I will get again. There's not a lot of tables, and it would be hard for a large group but even if you have to wait for a table, it is worth the wait! I will return!

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    French toast with bacon

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    Palmer's Village Cafe - French Toast & Potatoes

    Palmer's Village Cafe

    4.5(835 reviews)
    5.9 mi
    $$

    This place is one of St.Simons Island's hidden gems! Featuring a mix of seafood and American-style…read morecuisine with some southern flair, the food is quite delicious! I highly recommend their buffalo crab dip, a concoction that is a buffalo cheese dip served with fresh lump crab. You can really taste the crab in this dish. They don't skimp on it at all. The most clever thing that they did here, though, is to serve it with wonton chips. It's something that's truly unique, as most restaurants would serve a dish like this with regular chips. The wonton chips are a treat unto themselves, having great wonton flavor. However, when you combine it with the dip, it really takes it over the top. Highly recommend. For my entree, I had their Cajun Alfredo pasta. It is linguine served in a "Cajun-spiced Alfredo sauce". It is "served with tasso and smoked sausage", and you can choose to have it with either chicken or wild GA shrimp. In either case, once again, they do not skimp . You get a heaping portion of either chicken or shrimp, and the sauce is very tasty. It is just as described, an Alfredo sauce with a little Cajun flavor, though it is not spicy. It is served with no sides, but no sides are necessary as it is a hearty portion all by itself. Very delicious. The most impressive thing that I saw is that the owner is very hands-on. They have these new-fangled mobile electronic lamps, and the owner came by and noticed that ours wasn't quite working. He replaced it immediately himself. He was very friendly and chatted us up. He also went around and was serving and clearing tables himself. It seems that if you eat here, there's a strong possibility that you could end up meeting the owner! Meeting him was a very nice touch. The only thing that I had a hard time with here was choosing a dish because everything looked so good on the menu! Delicious food and great service. I strongly recommend this place!

    We checked out Palmer's Cafe shortly after their recent renovation and on one of their first nights…read moreopen for dinner--so glad we did! The space looks great, and it was exciting to see them expanding into dinner service. I went in craving a good burger and ordered the Smashburger, upgrading to the truffle fries... and wow. Sooo good. The burger was perfectly cooked, flavorful, and everything you want from a smash-style burger. The truffle fries were absolutely worth the upgrade--crispy, indulgent, and hard to stop eating. Overall, a great first dinner experience post-renovation. We're excited to come back and try more of the dinner menu. Highly recommend checking it out!

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    Palmer's Village Cafe - Salmon on risotto

    Salmon on risotto

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