4 Best Bars in Midtown, Savannah

Offering the warm vibe of a down-home, 1970s-era watering hole with an expertly crafted cocktail menu, Lone Wolf has quickly become the anti-hipster hangout, far from the madding crowd. Choose from a refreshing mix of high and low beverages, from a cold Schiltz for a couple bucks to a house cocktail made by some of Savannah's best bartenders for under $10. Toss back a Fernet or sip a Zippah, an invigorating crisp mix of gin, absinthe, and lemon with a touch of earthiness. A mix of townies, students, and neighborhood folks gather around the wood-paneled bar and booths and nosh on dinner from the food trucks frequently parked outside. The pandemic year 2020 brought an expansion, allowing for more seating and an extra bar when things get busy—which they do on weekend nights.

Offering an old-school dive vibe without the grime, Moodright's is a sweet place to gather for a game of pool, a few rounds of duckpin bowling (like real bowling, only smaller), or to just nurse your favorite beer in one of the comfy vinyl booths. Monday is Bingo Night, and if you're intrigued by the duckpin bowling, check out the pros on Wednesday league nights.

With cheap drinks and a stage that's always occupied by local bands, comedians, and occasional special guests (this is where Dave Chappelle showed up in 2017 to test out new material), the Wormhole cultivates a proud dive vibe. No pretensions or fancy craft cocktails here, just a bar stool with your name on it. There's also a full kitchen offering burgers and other bar snacks.

If you're seeking to sink into gorgeous cocktails with complex garnishes and wicker chairs upholstered in jungle prints, this is your oasis. Try "Sina and the Eel," an electrifying concoction of Jamaican rum, honey, and, of course, a little lime in the coconut, served in a tiki mug. Reruns of Gilligan's Island feed the ambience, as do divine offerings from the kitchen like shrimp cocktail and miso meatballs.