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656 reviews
3.9/5 average rating
Beautiful S.
Cape Coral, FL
E F.
Lutz, FL
"We came upon this restaurant by accident, driving back north from a visit to Sarasota.Location: Outstanding, waterfront location. If you aren't up for the short walk along the docks they have a "trolley" (overgrown golf cart) that will take you from the parking lot to the restaurant. The restaurant is nicely decorated.Menu: Not ex..." Read more
10 years ago
A M.
Schenectady, NY
"Fantastic Restaurant. We were in the area house-hunting and will be taking ALL of our out-of-towners here. The food is delicious, the location is beautiful and the staff is very friendly and attentive. My fiance ordered the club, because he wasn't in the mood for fish and I got the spicy shrimp app (which is THE best shrimp I've ever had!) and the ahi tuna s..." Read more
10 years ago
Brian B.
Louisville, KY
"Go here for atmosphere not food or service.I have been here several times to entertain work colleagues.The atmosphere is wonderful.I would say the food is what you would get at an Applebee's. The sides were low quality. Vegetable medley is definitely microwaved and the mashed potatoes were old and dry.It took 15 minutes to get..." Read more
10 years ago
Tori W.
Palmetto, FL
"One of my favorite restaurants in Palmetto. Nice atmosphere on the water. Love their Island time salad."
10 years ago
Adam F.
Bradenton, FL
"Went for my birthday and it was excellent. The server was great. Beautiful views of the manatee river. I've been to a lot of places like this in this area and have gotten below average food for above average prices. Having lived in this area for 6 years or so I've learned that there are a lot of tourist traps around here for sure. I feel like the prices and..." Read more
10 years ago
Karen R.
New York, NY
"The service here is great - they have a trolley running across the pier to transport guests from the parking lot to the restaurant in the rain! Aside from a friendly and polite staff, Riverhouse Reef and Grill body's a fantastic selection of seafood. For dinner, I ordered the lobster cakes served with a Cajun sauce. I love anything seasoned with Caju..." Read more
10 years ago
Kyle P.
Beaver Falls, PA
"Great view with good food. Prices were not bad for seafood. Defiantly if you ate looking for a seafood place with a view this is the place."
10 years ago
Peter M.
Towson, MD
"Back in florida for a visit and had to make a trip to Riverhouse and had another great meal. Andrea had the lobster pot pie and I had the redfish Angie had the cuddle fish and warren had he shrimp. Great food with great friends."
10 years ago
Jim N.
Winchester, KY
"Went for lunch with friends today. Beautiful view; great salads, tuna & mahi mahi, and beverages. Definitely a place to revisit."
10 years ago
Fred D.
Basking Ridge, NJ
"Nice river view and the breeze on the deck was pleasant. Good, attentive service and nice variety on the menu. We all enjoyed our entrees. I.think the only cause for 4 stars rather than 5 is the "bang for the buck" category."
10 years ago
Brian S.
Pinellas Park, FL
"Amazing service! Mouth watering food. First time here and will definitely come back. Shrimp tacos and po boy with the spicy sauce were fantastic! Chicken sandwich with bbq sauce was wonderful. Definitely check this place out. Amazing view as well!"
10 years ago
Sue H.
Parrish, FL
"This restaurant is pleasant, service and food good. We were seated inside on a very warm day next to a door however which blew a hot blast of air every time it opened. We probably will go back but will know better where we want to sit. There are good prices on happy hour drinks n food a little more than we usually pay for casual dining but worth it. Nice vie..." Read more
11 years ago
Joy S.
West End, NC
"Sadly the whole family wasn't too happy with our dinner. We started out with the lobster fritters and they were good, great flavor and texture but the sauce was a odd pairing. We also ordered 2 doz oysters, and while they were nice sized they had NO flavor and they are not severed with the regular cocktail sauce. Instead they serve a canned diced/puréed toma..." Read more
11 years ago
Christian D.
Palmetto, FL
"We decided to stop here for lunch after having a beach day with the family. We were excited because the place looks very nice and we were looking to get some good seafood. Unfortunately all our food was extremely bland. All of the fish lacked seasoning and the coleslaw didn't taste like anything. I don't understand how you can be a chef at a nice restaurant..." Read more
11 years ago
R B.
Longboat Key, FL
"The location is right on the manatee River! So the view is great. Happy hour is good too. The food is typical fish house....pretty good. Go for the view, and have something to eat."
11 years ago
Sara K.
Tempe, AZ
"Nice location and friendly staff, but the ingredients for the food tasted as if they were purchased from the local gas station. The fries were good though. The place seemed like it caters to older folks lacking taste buds in their later years."
11 years ago
Nina K.
Bradenton, FL
"My Crab dip appetizer was excellent ....I decided to order lobster pot pie it was a bit too salty for me . So I only took a. Few bites . Our seating was perfect . We sat inside but near glass walls . We got to. See the sunset . The only bad part is that we were next to the bar . Where there is a lot of Loud rude people standing right behind my husband chai..." Read more
11 years ago
M. B.
Sarasota, FL
"Amazing view. Food was excellent, and menu was varied enough even for us non seafood eaters. Prices were fair given the river view. Golf cart service to and from parking lot is a nice touch, and the driver was personable, funny, and very pleasant. A perfect spot for a romantic dinner, a night out with co workers, a dinner party, or a place to bring visiting..." Read more
11 years ago
Dennis O.
Riverview, FL
"The Mahi Mahi special and lobster corn chowder were delicious. Surprisingly the more commonplace entrée--fish and chips--was a huge disappointment. Although the fish was described in the menu as "crunchy," it was far from it. Allegedly Alaskan Pollock, rather than white, thick, flaky, and mildly flavorful, this fish was slightly gray, thin, rubbery..." Read more
11 years ago
Ann S.
Bradenton, FL
"Lisa and Lindsey were rude bar tending outside. We were ignored twice and it was not busy. Both looked at us and walked away without asking if we wanted anything. Would not recommend the outside bar. Food inside is good."
11 years ago
Lucy D.
Bradenton, FL
"Awesome view from the Palmetto side of the Manatee River, right next to the Marina. The wait staff is friendly, professional and knowledgeable of the menu. The food is hot, fresh and excellently prepared. A full bar with delightful libation creations. A perfect choice to relax and celebrate any occasion!The courtesy tram ride out to the restaurant is..." Read more
11 years ago
Jonathan C.
Kingston, MA
"Attended a wedding here. Great views of the river and the marina and a beautiful bride to boot! ** The entree was delish (Mahi Mahi). The DJ did a good job. The staff were super friendly (we had a Maine-iac waiter, which is a waiter born and bred and the state of Maine). The sunset was a "beautiful orange ball" in the words of my uncle...." Read more
11 years ago
Kim E.
Parrish, FL
"Visited the Riverhouse with my parents while they were visiting. The atmopshere is very impressive! we also thoroughly enjoyed the golf cart "limo" ride to the front door and back over the pier. I liked it so well that I will be hosting my rehersal dinner here! All that being said, I'm not a seafood eater, my compaignions seemed to enjoy their mea..." Read more
11 years ago
Aaron W.
Sarasota, FL
"We ordered take out to eat on the boat. All of our meals were quite good but it felt a bit pricey for takeout. We will return, of course, because each time we have been the quality has been consistent."
11 years ago
"Sunday Brunch....the way to go for sure! Yummy yummy yummy! 14.00 for adults 6.00 children 5-11. It was a Birthday celebration and the Birthday dessert was beautifully done. Going back for the lobster pot pie."
10 years ago