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Black River Tavern

3.4 (326 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Casual
Loud
Live music
Outdoor seating

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Beef Quesadilla
Bailey T.

We honestly came here because it was one of the only places open on Tuesday. We also chose to go here because they had a dog friendly patio and we had our pup with us. We had to wait a little bit for a patio table but I don't think there was a wait for an inside table. We went in and got on the wait list for a patio table and were told we would get the next one in just a few minutes but another couple came up and were sat at the table after it was cleared. Another patio table came available and was cleared but I still wasn't texted for our table. I went back in to check and they sat us right away. It seemed there may have been a miscommunication amongst the staff. Our waitress was great and even asked if we wanted a bowl of water for our dog! The food was really good and pretty quick. The patio was nice but a little crammed. Great location and really good food.

Gyro & fries
Jeremy B.

Pretty fun bar in the downtown/harbor area of South Haven. Service was good and food was decent. I had the gyro, and the meat seemed like the kind you get from the frozen kits in the grocery store - very thin and kinda tough....fries were cooked to perfection though. Husband had the Philly and he really liked it. Great place to watch a game as they have tons of TVs!

BBQ Bacon $15
Rayne P.

I've gone here twice now and neither experience has been positive. I understand the location means they're busy but the waitresses are awful about refilling water or checking in. This time I got a BBQ bacon burger, it was a bit on the dry side and didn't come with much bbq like expected but once I asked for a side of bbq to add to it it was a lot better! This restaurant is a bar type and it's very loud and crowded in there so if you're not wanting that I would not come here! Other than the disappointing service the food is pretty good and comes fast enough for our hungry bellies!

Steak bites!
Marissa C.

This is surprisingly one of the only Main Street dog friendly places we could find. We were able to sit on the patio and enjoy our meal which was delicious! We had the steak bites were was a great appetizer and the entrees were delicious (gyros and fish and chips). I would recommend, especially given its prime location!

L.A. K.

Walked in and seated ourselves as per the sign. Someone came over soon after and took our order. She was friendly. Placed our order. Food came. Nothing special. We needed more dressing for our salad and our server said she would bring some over. Well, 10 minutes later, we were ready to leave, since she walked passed our table multiple times without the dressing. So that was a waste since we only ate half. I think their prices are high for what they give. We requested the check. She brought it over and pointed out that the tip area was up top. I had to walk out as my husband paid. Because we ALWAYS tip well and this did visit did not give me that vibe. We are in the area a few more days visiting from NY, but we won't go back here.

Pulled Pork Nachos, French Fries, veggie egg rolls, & soft Pretzel Stix
Maggie H.

We spent a perfect afternoon sitting on the patio of Black River having apps & drinks. The food was pretty typical bar food, which is exactly what we were looking for. The mixed drinks were fine but nothing to write home about. Overall, it was a good experience and I would recommend.

Philly Special with mushrooms. No cheese.

The food was actually better than I expected. Everything each of us ordered was on point.

Nichole M.

Please.... Please.... Please ask for the Raynal Brandy that is the BEST desert drink in town. Love this place. Best food around.

Steak wrap and tots.
Adam S.

Pretty typical bar that serves a variety of sandwiches, burgers and fried food. It could probably use some sprucing up on the inside and maybe some new carpet; maybe a little drab or dated? Not gross, but didn't feel terribly comfy I guess. Food was OK as was the service. Nothing special and kind of felt like one of those places to where if you're not a regular, they just try to get you in and out as fast as possible. I had the steak wrap and a side of tots. Tots were frozen, but cooked well so they were crispy and not mushy and falling a part. The steak in the wrap was actually pretty good, but the rest just felt like it was thrown together and it was kind of a mess after just a few bites. Unremarkable, but decent.

Suzzette M.

Great lunch! I had the southwest chicken wrap and it was very good! Just a little heat, nothing to spicy, with lots of flavor! The parm fries as an upgrade, I would skip. It was just a bunch of parm thrown on fries. The fries were not tossed in oil or anything to help the parm stick. Not a meal breaker, I just wouldn't upgrade. The atmosphere was really good in here, and there is a bit of seating outside. $3 red stripe beers when red flags are out on the beach! If your beach day is ruined, might as well enjoy a beer!

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Service was great, food was TERRIBLE. Ordered the Tenderloin Shish Frites, they were beef liver on a stick.

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We always go here for fish dinner's and drinks when we take our yearly trip to South Haven

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Sounds like they did their job. Learn from it kiddo

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