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Swampfire Backwoods Bistro, Folkston, GA

Swampfire Backwoods Bistro

4.8
4.8
26 Reviews
$31 to $50
Bistro
Ozzie Rowell Lp, Folkston, GA 31537

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
Welcome to Swampfire Backwoods Bistro. We’re a small family owned and operated restaurant that offers elegant, relaxed dining.
Located at the heart of a beautiful 300 year oak grove, you’ll find our setting is perfect for before and after dinner strolls, firefly spotting, and games of hide and seek with the little ones.
It’s oak that gives our sizzling, Grade A ribeye steaks an unmistakable, mouthwatering local flavor. We serve them with fresh seafood and all the trimmings.
We keep the menu simple and the quality high. Always steak and seafood, but with different, delicious presentations every week.

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What 26 people are saying

Swampfire Backwoods Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8
4.8 based on all time ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

26 Reviews
  1. JamesP

    Jacksonville1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My steak was not good at all. It tasted like it was soaked with charcoal lighter fluid. Other than that everything was great. We are not the type to complain so we it's just not our taste of food.

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  2. ChrisfinaG

    Central Georgia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great little restaurant away from the city atmosphere that other restaurants offer! Definitely will be returning sometime soon as the food and service was excellent.

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  3. WarrenS

    Central Georgia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service will definitely be returning

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  4. WandaH

    Central Georgia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Will definitely be back. Always a great time

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  5. JasonM

    Central Georgia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was blown away by how good the steak and seafood was, it was by luck that I found it and the setting outside under the oak trees really sets the romantic mood. The seating and tables were a little small but that does add to the setting. The ribeye steak was huge and did not need anything due to it being seasoned and cooked to perfection. It was very reasonable on price, and well worth the value because of the quality of the food. I will be back again and again, it's hard to find a place that can serve a steak as good as Swampfire Backwoods Bistro. It is like a rare gem that only a few know about! I could see it being a great place to listen to live blues music, sipping on the good wine, or another beverage that they serve and letting letting all of your senses take in the atmosphere. I'm ready to go back!

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  6. LucyP

    Central Georgia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure to dine at the Bistro. The food was on point, the service was fast and pleasant, and the atmosphere was inviting and cozy. Highly recommend this little gem!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Central Georgia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is like a hidden gem. It is small, quaint, yet elegant. The server is so attentive and friendly. The food is amazing. We had steak and seafood entrees and a bottle of wine. It was such a nice and enjoyable experience.

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  8. LisaR

    Central Georgia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband swears the ribeye is the best…. But I’m partial to the deviled crab

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  9. TaniaD

    Central Georgia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service, would highly recommend!!!!!

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  10. melaniek

    Jacksonville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great environment, wonderful staff, and the food was excellent!

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Swampfire Backwoods Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 26 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for Swampfire Backwoods Bistro

Ozzie Rowell Lp, Folkston, GA 31537

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Folkston
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Wine
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