Mixed reviews on food quality; some dishes praised while others were criticized for being cold, overcooked, or lacking flavor.
Service Issues
Numerous complaints about slow service, incorrect orders, and unprofessional staff behavior.
Cleanliness
Concerns raised about cleanliness in both dining and takeout areas, with reports of dirty tables and unkempt environments.
Catering Success
Positive feedback on catering services, highlighting reliability and quality of food for events.
Long Wait Times
Frequent mentions of long wait times for food, both for dine-in and takeout orders.
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Barbara Walker
Nov 8, 2025
4.0
Pick up order was supposed to be ready at 3.59 pm we got it at 4.44. One dinner fried chicken . The food was very good and the price .
SM
Stephen Motes
Nov 8, 2025
1.0
Was in town for a doctors appointment and decided to give it a try since it’s been 10+ years since coming here. Worst decision I could have made.
The PULLED pork was far from pulled, it was sliced at best and when I asked about it the waitress said that’s the way we do it. Very fatty and tough.
The Brunswick stew was tomato’s poured out of a can, no meat, no corn, zero flavor !
Hush puppies were not cooked all the way through.
There is much better bbq in Savannah !
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Ms. B.
Nov 1, 2025
5.0
I love Barnes restaurant! The only reason I m writing this is to let others know they still exists. Right now, they have specials that all could afford to dine with them. Go visit..
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Layne Thomas
Oct 31, 2025
5.0
Ordered to go on the Barnes Restaurant website and it was very easy. The service at the to go counter was very nice and efficient. Everything in our order was correct. I especially liked that most of the side items were put in closed 4oz containers. It kept them warm/hot and kept them from getting on the other food. No baked beans on my fries and chicken fingers. Yay!
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Ellen Kinstler
Oct 28, 2025
1.0
My husband and I went to Barnes at 2:45 pm for lunch. The hostess was sitting in the reception area playing on her phone, but she did greet us and take us into the dining room. She attempted to seat us at a table in the main dining area, but all the tables were dirty. Not full of customers. There were very few customers but all the tables still had dishes on them. Finally she found a booth against the wall. She sat us there. She dropped our place mats on the floor. She picked them up and started to put them on the table. My husband asked her to please wash the food remnants left from the previous customers from the table
She acted like that was a strange request, but she did do it. She washed the table with a very wet rag and placed the mats right on the wet table while I repeatedly told her the table was too wet and needed to be dried first. She totally ignored me! My husband took the paper mats and dried the table with them.
The waitress came over with a very pleasant smile and welcomed us. She asked about the crumpled mats. We told her we had to dry the table with them. She just said , oh well. She took our drink order and disappeared. About 5 minutes later we heard her talking to some one around the corner just out of our sight. Could have been a customer. So we waited. We had an appointment to get to eventually so we started to be concerned about the time. We noticed our waitress was clearing tables in the dining room. We tried to get her attention, but it was like we were invisible. We waited. The waitress walked past our table to do something else, but did not stop. After we watched her visit with some other customers and disappear again we decided to leave. The waitress was standing in the dining room facing us when we got up and left. No one asked us anything. As we walked back thru the reception area the hostess was sitting down playing with her cell phone again. She did not even look up.
Frequently Asked Questions About Barnes Restaurant
What are the operating hours of Barnes Restaurant?
Barnes Restaurant is open Tuesday to Thursday from 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It is closed on Mondays.
Is Barnes Restaurant open for takeout and delivery?
Yes, Barnes Restaurant offers both in-store pickup and delivery services.
What type of cuisine does Barnes Restaurant serve?
Barnes Restaurant serves barbecue, southern, soul food, fried chicken, chicken wings, and American cuisine.
Where is Barnes Restaurant located?
Barnes Restaurant is located at 5320 Waters Ave, Savannah, GA 31404, United States.
How can I view the menu or place an order at Barnes Restaurant online?
You can view the menu and place an order online at https://barnesrestaurant.com/menu.
What is the price range at Barnes Restaurant?
Barnes Restaurant has a moderate price range categorized as TWO.
Is Barnes Restaurant open on Mondays?
No, Barnes Restaurant is closed on Mondays.
Are there any quick fast-food options near Barnes Restaurant?
Yes, Wendy's and Subway, both fast-food restaurants, are nearby and convenient if you are looking for quick dining before or after visiting Barnes Restaurant.
What nearby medical facilities are close to Barnes Restaurant?
Several medical facilities are near Barnes Restaurant including Coastal Rheumatology Associates, Memorial University Medical Center Family Medicine Center, and Memorial Health.
Are there any arts and crafts stores near Barnes Restaurant for visitors to explore?
Yes, Trends & Traditions and Savannah Framing Company are nearby arts and crafts stores where visitors can browse before or after dining at Barnes Restaurant.