In a state as old as ours, it goes without saying that we have quite a bit of history. There are so many historic buildings in Georgia, dating back to the Civil War and even the colonial era. The oldest bar in Georgia just so happens to also be one of the oldest buildings in the state. The Pirates’ House was originally an inn and tavern that opened up way back in 1794, not far from where James Oglethorpe originally landed. It’s still a restaurant and bar today, and it’s no surprise that it’s one of the most popular attractions in Savannah!
Savannah is an incredibly historic city, so to manage to stand out amongst all the attractions there is pretty impressive. The Pirates’ House is on land that was once the Trustees’ Garden, the first public agricultural garden in America.
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Some of The Pirates’ House seating is located in the Herb House, which is possibly the oldest standing building in Georgia. It was the home of the resident gardener at the Trustees’ Garden.
Traveling Clown/Google Maps While signs at the building state it was built in 1734, there’s actually some debate about that and some believe it was constructed closer to 1853.
Most of the rest of The Pirates’ House structure was built in 1753 as an inn and tavern for traveling sailors.
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There were allegedly underground tunnels leading to the Savannah River that were used by pirates to kidnap crewmen.
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Today, The Pirates’ House is a restaurant and bar that welcomes locals and travelers alike.
Kire/Google Maps You’ll find a great variety of Southern dishes, ranging from fried green tomatoes to she-crab soup.
There aren’t many places, even in Savannah, where you can dine in a bar this old, so make sure to check out The Pirates’ House next time you’re in the area!
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For more information about The Pirates’ House, check out the restaurant’s website.
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While signs at the building state it was built in 1734, there’s actually some debate about that and some believe it was constructed closer to 1853.
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You’ll find a great variety of Southern dishes, ranging from fried green tomatoes to she-crab soup.
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Have you ever dined at the oldest bar in Georgia? Share your experiences in the comments!
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Address: The Pirates’ House, 20 E Broad St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA
