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Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant

4.4(4,674)
Restaurant

About

Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant offers three distinct dining experiences on the Manatee River, including the flagship Reef & Grill with indoor and outdoor seating. The waterfront patio bar, Snook Deck, features sunset views and live acoustic music, creating a relaxed setting for small group gatherings.

The second floor provides an elevated menu and specialty cocktails alongside panoramic river views and live piano music, ideal for business dinners or celebrations. With private event spaces, floor-to-ceiling windows, and an onsite culinary team, Riverhouse delivers a turnkey hospitality experience for corporate events in Palmetto.

Best for

  • Waterfront client dinners with sunset views
  • Casual team lunches & happy hours
  • Small private events with live music

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Setting
Waterfront location with marina and river views
Situated at the end of the Safe Harbor Regatta Pointe Marina pier on the Manatee River, the venue offers dockside tables and outdoor seating with scenic views of the marina and Tampa Bay sunsets, creating a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere.
Dining Experiences
Three distinct dining areas under one roof
The Riverhouse features the Reef & Grill for casual seafood dining, the Snook Deck waterfront patio bar with live acoustic music, and a second-floor elevated dining room with chef-driven dishes and live piano music, offering versatile options for
Food & Beverage
Fresh seafood with chef-driven specialties
Known for fresh oysters, blue crab dishes, lobster macaroni, and an all-American seafood menu crafted by an onsite culinary team, the food balances quality and variety with a focus on local flavors and unique sauces.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 4,674 reviews