Loved the clam chowda. The clam cakes were mostly breading so I took a star off. Service was good. There was only one person tending bar and waitressing. The only suggestion is to be greeted or a sign that tells you to seat yourself/wait to be seated
Barbara Ann W.
This RI institution of entertainment is well known, affectionately called "The Ganny." The reputation is dive bar with great music and it lives up to this every single day. The walls are adorned with autographed photos of musicians - international stars as well as lots of local talent. There is a large, round bar and a decent sized dance floor. Tables fill up fast, especially on Sundays when the music begins at 4pm. The food menu is somewhat limited but what they have is pretty good. We shared an order of fried calamari and a quesadilla. The calamari is served two ways. Ours was Lightly breaded rings tossed with hot pepper rings, garlic butter and served with marinara sauce. It was delicious! Quesadillas come in three choices and we settled on the veggie: Red peppers, onions, mushrooms and shredded cheese, served with salsa and sour cream. Also hit the spot between dance floor appearances. The crowd tends to be serious about their music and their dancing. Always an absolute pleasure and top notch entertainment, right smack in the middle of the historic fishing village of Jamestown. The drive alone is with the trip. Under new ownership within the past year. The only changes I've seen are for the better. If you have never been, check it out!
Richie Dee
My favorite place. Where everyone is friendly. You gotta check it out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wings, Chowder
Dianna Normanton
Don’t order food!! It’s beyond horrible and overpriced for how bad it is. The cook staff clearly doesn’t care. The same goes for drinks! Not well done and over priced. So go to listen to the music and stick with beer and you will have a good time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Rebekah Antaya
Happened to be in the area and had to stop in for the best fish sandwich around!! I forgot to take a picture but it's worth the stop. Onion rings were fresh and crispy. Service was great and staff was very friendly. I loved looking at all the band posters on the walls.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dr. Virginia Prioleau
Great food...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nyree Pieck
One of our favorite spots to go to! Great food, exceptional service, live bands. Bring your dancing shoes because it’s a fun atmosphere!! The owners, Mark and Esther are phenominal! What an iconic spot to go to any day of the week!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steven Allen
Another gem in the RI music scene!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Cara Liberati
I dont know who decided to close the ganny on christmas eve but it was the worst decision ever.
Great atmosphere with a super friendly and accommodating staff..this place literally rocks! Live music
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Strip Steak Sandwich, Fish & Chips, Ruben
Albert Nichols
Perfect bar and incredible live music
Colin N.
Food was just okay. I got the fried chicken sandwich that was SUPPOSED to come with sriracha aioli, but arrived with just lettuce and tomato. When I asked the waitress for a side of sriracha aioli I was told something like "I'll try but the kitchen is really busy". The place wasn't even busy. My friend piped up and said that it was supposed to come on the sandwich and then the waitress went and got it. There were five of us, we all got apps and food at separate times and were never asked if we wanted more drinks. Like other reviews have said, it seems they cater more to locals and don't care much about anyone else. Won't go back. As someone who works in food service you can tell when maybe the staff is just flustered and busy, making forgivable mistakes and when they just don't give a flying f. They didn't give a flying f.
Bert Montalban
Local place that needs a little cleaning up. Only one bartender/server on for a crowded lunch crowd but she handled in well. Food is nothing to write home
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Gaga Fayard
Excellent dive bar with great bands, good food and even better bartenders! Casual hangout for locals and tourists alike. You’re not gonna find a wine list here but you’re going to have a good time!
Haven't been inside in years, quite good,
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Loved the clam chowda. The clam cakes were mostly breading so I took a star off. Service was good. There was only one person tending bar and waitressing. The only suggestion is to be greeted or a sign that tells you to seat yourself/wait to be seated
This RI institution of entertainment is well known, affectionately called "The Ganny." The reputation is dive bar with great music and it lives up to this every single day. The walls are adorned with autographed photos of musicians - international stars as well as lots of local talent. There is a large, round bar and a decent sized dance floor. Tables fill up fast, especially on Sundays when the music begins at 4pm. The food menu is somewhat limited but what they have is pretty good. We shared an order of fried calamari and a quesadilla. The calamari is served two ways. Ours was Lightly breaded rings tossed with hot pepper rings, garlic butter and served with marinara sauce. It was delicious! Quesadillas come in three choices and we settled on the veggie: Red peppers, onions, mushrooms and shredded cheese, served with salsa and sour cream. Also hit the spot between dance floor appearances. The crowd tends to be serious about their music and their dancing. Always an absolute pleasure and top notch entertainment, right smack in the middle of the historic fishing village of Jamestown. The drive alone is with the trip. Under new ownership within the past year. The only changes I've seen are for the better. If you have never been, check it out!
My favorite place. Where everyone is friendly. You gotta check it out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wings, Chowder
Don’t order food!! It’s beyond horrible and overpriced for how bad it is. The cook staff clearly doesn’t care. The same goes for drinks! Not well done and over priced. So go to listen to the music and stick with beer and you will have a good time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Happened to be in the area and had to stop in for the best fish sandwich around!! I forgot to take a picture but it's worth the stop. Onion rings were fresh and crispy. Service was great and staff was very friendly. I loved looking at all the band posters on the walls.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of our favorite spots to go to! Great food, exceptional service, live bands. Bring your dancing shoes because it’s a fun atmosphere!! The owners, Mark and Esther are phenominal! What an iconic spot to go to any day of the week!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Another gem in the RI music scene!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I dont know who decided to close the ganny on christmas eve but it was the worst decision ever.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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Great atmosphere with a super friendly and accommodating staff..this place literally rocks! Live music
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Strip Steak Sandwich, Fish & Chips, Ruben
Perfect bar and incredible live music
Food was just okay. I got the fried chicken sandwich that was SUPPOSED to come with sriracha aioli, but arrived with just lettuce and tomato. When I asked the waitress for a side of sriracha aioli I was told something like "I'll try but the kitchen is really busy". The place wasn't even busy. My friend piped up and said that it was supposed to come on the sandwich and then the waitress went and got it. There were five of us, we all got apps and food at separate times and were never asked if we wanted more drinks. Like other reviews have said, it seems they cater more to locals and don't care much about anyone else. Won't go back. As someone who works in food service you can tell when maybe the staff is just flustered and busy, making forgivable mistakes and when they just don't give a flying f. They didn't give a flying f.
Local place that needs a little cleaning up. Only one bartender/server on for a crowded lunch crowd but she handled in well. Food is nothing to write home
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Excellent dive bar with great bands, good food and even better bartenders! Casual hangout for locals and tourists alike. You’re not gonna find a wine list here but you’re going to have a good time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5