"Yet another example of you get what you pay for.... And in this case, it's worth every dollar. Granted, it's a lot of dollars, but the chefs are amazing, presentation is exquisite, and the flavor layers are exceptional. Definitely a great place to celebrate a special occasion like we did and it's known already for being one of the best destinations around the university for fine dining. You won't be disappointed. Just expect to be impressed and going knowing that you're going to be investing in really great flavors and pallets as well as incredible servers and a beautiful atmosphere.... Well done all around."

"River Restaurant is the kind of place that just gets it right from the moment you walk in. The space itself is warm and inviting, with a big pizza oven at the front of the dining room looked amazing. This place also had the perfect layout for an open kitchen. Sitting out on the porch is highly recommended—you get a great view overlooking the river, which really adds to the experience. We sat out here during sunset and it was absolutely outstanding. The food was excellent across the board. The fried okra came out perfectly crispy and seasoned, the shrimp and grits were rich and flavorful without being too heavy, and the mushroom tacos were a standout—something you don’t see everywhere and worth ordering. The menu feels thoughtful, with enough variety to make you want to come back and try more. On top of that, the beer selection was outstanding, which is always a win. Service was excellent too—Shelby took great care of us and made sure everything flowed smoothly without being overbearing. Between the setting, the food, and the atmosphere, River Restaurant is an easy place to recommend whether you’re coming for a casual lunch, a nice dinner, or just drinks and appetizers on the porch"

"A must try! This is one of our favorite restaurants in Tuscaloosa. My husband is very critical of restaurant steaks, he has consistently said that this is one of the beat steaks he has ever eaten out. Their specials are always amazing. This past visit we had the mussels (because you cant go and not get them), oysters Rockefeller the , halibut special, the wagyu filet with garlic mash potatoes and local vegetables, The ribeye with garlic mashed potatoes and local vegetables. The oatmeal cookie is amazing and will bring you back yo your childhood! The service has always been exceptional and that remains true."

"Wednesday $5 Happy Hour on selected drinks. Enjoyed the outside seating. Tried the following appetizers/shareable’s. Pork Skins and dip. Skins were great. Meat board perfect. Smoked Salmon patties. Heavy on the smoke but overall good. Bbq steak flatbread with pickles was more like a bbq pork but delicious. Group of four each ordered appetizer and had the special happy hour cocktails. Service was excellent."

"This was the second time coming here…amazing food and our waiter did an outstanding job, attentive, patient and gave us space for our date. We ordered the seasonal fish and brown butter duck pasta for our entrees and took home the peanut butter pie. All was amazing!"