Definitely the coolest bar in town the out door seating is cool fire pits and games all over. Wouldn't think a place like this would be downtown, but it's a lively place with a lot going on. I definitely recommend checking it out if you get a chance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Cheese
Robert Harrington
What a wonderful place to spend time on a lovely evening! The music is great and the bar is completely open so you an enjoy the weather!The bar staff was amazing, tons of people at the bars and still barely any wait for drinks.There was a cover to get in so make sure you bring some cash to get in.Will definitely be going back again! A++
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jacob Nelson
The service was fast and good. The drinks were a little bit pricey though.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
John Boyanoski
I have to give their bouncers a ton of credit for doing their job. I showed up on a random Thursday and it was dead. For whatever reason, my ID wouldn’t scan so they didn’t let me in despite me being well past 21. A lot of place would have waved me in. Their team didn’t. I give them a lot of kudos for following the law over making a few bucks. Hat tip to the staff and management for doing a good job.
Benny Watson
Good place for some drinks and social
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 3
Tommy Gunn
Very nice people, bouncer was polite and helpful with finding the best days to go up.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Luis Gomez
Good people here but, music is absolute garbage. Fake DJ. He actually only plays a playlist. Been here enough times to know every night theyre open its nothing new. Come for the people, not the music or fun.
Lynn Duncan (Skittles)
Chill environment.... On the Weeknd it gets crowded but not raunchy...
Rahul Kamma
Best place to hangout on weekends. Lots of fun and nice music. Most happening place in downtown
mr worldwide
fyi: $5 cover before 10 PM and $10 after. definitely a scam to get in to a mediocre bar. the only aspect of this bar that makes it stand out from the rest in harrisburg is that it has an outdoor space. other than that, the drinks are more expensive than any place across the street and plays even worse music.the dj is absolute trash. they play the exact same playlist every night, every weekend and the music is just bad. they should probably consider opening the position to someone who was born within the age range of their target customer demographic.also, the bathrooms are absolutely disgusting and there’s definitely mold in the women’s bathroom (photo attached).if you’re in harrisburg, you know there’s better bars. if you’re visiting harrisburg, try going to the beach club or any other place on 2nd street instead.
A mild, slow burning dumpster fire of humanity, Sawyers is the last refuge of the 2nd street bar scene in Harrisburg. It's a basic outdoor dance club with a solid bar staff and diligent security. I've head this place labeled as a "meat market" and I can't say that I disagree with that assessment, given it seems there is more drinking and flirting than dancing. It's a great place to watch people, but I wound pass on anything more than that as it seems many who arrive here after midnight are already too intoxicated to make adult decisions. Buyer beware and all that. Then are serve good ratio mixes, which is a solid plus in favor of the overall score. Security is efficient and friendly, and I feel they are ready to deal with any situation in conjunction with the police that are always right out front. Know what you're coming here for and have a great time, but don't expect more.
Luis G.
Come here all the time, they have the same 2 playlists they play every weekend with outdated music that everyone is bored of. Staff is amazing, all are friendly and make good drinks.
Jams ROUNTRY
Okay... This Sawyer's scene is obviously the quintessential launch-pad for the H-burg experience. This bar can be just what it is, a melting pot of locals, visitors and establishment dignitaries. A college frat house vibe, not your typical Alpha Betas, boasting a jumping off point when testing the waters of the state Capitol City. Take a mean stride. Be responsible, one stone at a time moves mountains.
Mackenzie Wilson
Tried to walk in with my boyfriend and my friend. The security guard at the gate told me that I could walk in with my bag, but my boyfriend could not come in with his string bsg. Never been, but if this is how the policy is going to be between men and women, I will not be coming here again, nor will I be recommending this place to anyone else.
Definitely the coolest bar in town the out door seating is cool fire pits and games all over. Wouldn't think a place like this would be downtown, but it's a lively place with a lot going on. I definitely recommend checking it out if you get a chance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Cheese
What a wonderful place to spend time on a lovely evening! The music is great and the bar is completely open so you an enjoy the weather!The bar staff was amazing, tons of people at the bars and still barely any wait for drinks.There was a cover to get in so make sure you bring some cash to get in.Will definitely be going back again! A++
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The service was fast and good. The drinks were a little bit pricey though.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
I have to give their bouncers a ton of credit for doing their job. I showed up on a random Thursday and it was dead. For whatever reason, my ID wouldn’t scan so they didn’t let me in despite me being well past 21. A lot of place would have waved me in. Their team didn’t. I give them a lot of kudos for following the law over making a few bucks. Hat tip to the staff and management for doing a good job.
Good place for some drinks and social
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 3
Very nice people, bouncer was polite and helpful with finding the best days to go up.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good people here but, music is absolute garbage. Fake DJ. He actually only plays a playlist. Been here enough times to know every night theyre open its nothing new. Come for the people, not the music or fun.
Chill environment.... On the Weeknd it gets crowded but not raunchy...
Best place to hangout on weekends. Lots of fun and nice music. Most happening place in downtown
fyi: $5 cover before 10 PM and $10 after. definitely a scam to get in to a mediocre bar. the only aspect of this bar that makes it stand out from the rest in harrisburg is that it has an outdoor space. other than that, the drinks are more expensive than any place across the street and plays even worse music.the dj is absolute trash. they play the exact same playlist every night, every weekend and the music is just bad. they should probably consider opening the position to someone who was born within the age range of their target customer demographic.also, the bathrooms are absolutely disgusting and there’s definitely mold in the women’s bathroom (photo attached).if you’re in harrisburg, you know there’s better bars. if you’re visiting harrisburg, try going to the beach club or any other place on 2nd street instead.
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A mild, slow burning dumpster fire of humanity, Sawyers is the last refuge of the 2nd street bar scene in Harrisburg. It's a basic outdoor dance club with a solid bar staff and diligent security. I've head this place labeled as a "meat market" and I can't say that I disagree with that assessment, given it seems there is more drinking and flirting than dancing. It's a great place to watch people, but I wound pass on anything more than that as it seems many who arrive here after midnight are already too intoxicated to make adult decisions. Buyer beware and all that. Then are serve good ratio mixes, which is a solid plus in favor of the overall score. Security is efficient and friendly, and I feel they are ready to deal with any situation in conjunction with the police that are always right out front. Know what you're coming here for and have a great time, but don't expect more.
Come here all the time, they have the same 2 playlists they play every weekend with outdated music that everyone is bored of. Staff is amazing, all are friendly and make good drinks.
Okay... This Sawyer's scene is obviously the quintessential launch-pad for the H-burg experience. This bar can be just what it is, a melting pot of locals, visitors and establishment dignitaries. A college frat house vibe, not your typical Alpha Betas, boasting a jumping off point when testing the waters of the state Capitol City. Take a mean stride. Be responsible, one stone at a time moves mountains.
Tried to walk in with my boyfriend and my friend. The security guard at the gate told me that I could walk in with my bag, but my boyfriend could not come in with his string bsg. Never been, but if this is how the policy is going to be between men and women, I will not be coming here again, nor will I be recommending this place to anyone else.
The vibe just litty n people enjoying life.....