I've been to a few boathouse locations. I really enjoyed the midlo location! I went with a friend who has a 1 year old and all the staff were sooooo sweet! Especially with my friends baby! Sometimes bringing babies to fancy restaurants, the staff tends to not like that. My friends child is super well behaved and our staff was great. The ambiance is so gorgeous and it's close to some water if I remember! The parking and how to get to it can be a little confusing but relatively easy to figure out. The food was delicious! I got the crab cake sandwich and a cocktail! read more

I made a reservation at The Boathouse at Sunday Park for my partner's birthday and specifically included a note asking them to help make it a special experience. Unfortunately, it ended up being one of the most disappointing dining experiences we've had. We arrived early and were told we had to wait because tables were being cleaned, despite there being several visibly open tables. Once we were finally seated, our table still hadn't been cleaned and someone had to come wipe it down afterward, which made the wait even more frustrating. No one acknowledged the birthday at all, which honestly makes me question why they even ask about special occasions during the reservation process. The food was also very disappointing, especially the fried oysters and steamed mussels, which had a strong odor that smelled like a dirty sink. I also ordered a diet soda that was completely flat. Between the food quality and drinks, the experience just kept getting worse. On top of that, the service was slow and inattentive throughout. Overall, the experience felt unorganized, unwelcoming, and far below expectations. Will not be returning. read more

Jayne was great and beautiful day! We celebrated a birthdayand had great treats and great drinks read more

Meal and service was fantastic, brunch delicious and it did not disappoint. One problem. The chair I sat in was covered with pet hair, had to use the beautiful napkins to remove all the hair before leaving. read more

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Nice setting though they've done everything possible to block water views from the dining rooms. We had good service (Huey) though one of us had a glass of water spilt in their lap...certainly an accident but totally unexpected at what seemed to be a very nice restaurant. The food was abundant and reasonably tasty -- hush puppy appetizer, shrimp tacos with pineapple salsa, clam chowder and focaccia bread; Classic Zookie for dessert (very good!). We'd try it again. read more

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Beautiful experience at The Boathouse at Sunday Park! We had such a wonderful time dining here. Our server, Jamie Cole, was warm, attentive, and made us feel perfectly taken care of. We started with the focaccia bread, which was soft, flavorful, and the perfect beginning to our meal. I had the clam chowder, which was rich and comforting, while my friend enjoyed a fresh Caesar salad. For entrées, I ordered the rockfish, and it was absolutely amazing -- perfectly cooked, served over a risotto cake with charred tomatoes and a delicious green sauce (I don't know the name, but it tied everything together beautifully). My friend had the seafood combination -- crab cake, scallops, shrimp, broccolini, and Yukon gold mashed potatoes -- and everything was cooked to perfection. To top it off, the sunset view over the water was breathtaking. Between the setting, the service, and the food, the whole experience felt peaceful and special. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Chris gave us amazing service for brunch! We love The Boathouse and the variety for brunch. Many classic favorites and new innovative items as well like the blueberry lemon ricotta pancakes. Great flavors, food temperature, and overall experience. Is a bit expensive for value at times, but they have a great rewards system for points collection/redemption that helps! read more

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Shout out to our amazing waitress Brenda! So my buds and are were in town for the Carmax Christmas run. We met here ....... First time for all of us. Beautiful area. Nestled in the middle of a private community with a lake view. The restaurant is a mix of rustic and elegance. It appeared they had upstairs.... Banquet room as well. Everyone enjoyed their food and drinks and we are all planning on returning. read more

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The Boathouse at Sunday Park was the perfect place to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The idyllic venue nestled in the woods overlooks a scenic lake perfectly positioned to take in the sunset. Outdoor seating is a great option, but we chose indoor seating on this beautiful 95+ June day. We were promptly seated at a cozy booth inside. The server warmly congratulated us on our anniversary and let us know that the couple across from us were celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. We shared greetings and congratulations with the young couple. Our first choice of wine was not available and our server gave his recommendation for a Boathouse signature red Zinfandel. Although technically reds don't pair with our choices of apps or entrees we most often choose a bold red. The zin went well with our beautifully presented Rockefeller Roasted Oysters and entrees. The oysters were large and succulent. We both ordered from the Chef's Summer Feature menu. My wife chose the broiled seafood combination. Each seafood feature was perfectly seasoned, tender and cooked perfectly. She enjoyed what she couldn't finish the following day. I chose the Double Cut Bourbon Brined Tomahawk Pork Chop. A good thick cut is the only way to enjoy a great pork chop. Exquisitely seasoned, tender and cooked just enough, served with a peach chutney and matchstick fries, one couldn't ask for a better entree. Our server was a memorable part of our experience. His friendly personality and humor was an added bonus to our celebration. The Boathouse at Sunday Park earns my highest recommendation for service, atmosphere, and cuisine. read more

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Hubby and I came here for date night on Saturday, we sat outside and the view was amazing. Our server Elijah was the best, he was so attentive and friendly and everything came out super fast. We were there for a little under an hour. I got the painkiller drink(delish) hubby and I split the calamari appetizer and I got the crab and asparagus pizza. My husband got the shrimp taco and loved it. Can't wait to return. read more

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great experience with Levi!! Was very attentive and kept up with the water especially in 90 degree weather food was great service was amazing. Will definitely be back. Thank you Levi!! read more

Highly recommend Levi as a server. We had a wonderful lunch. Great meal, He was really nice, recommend for birthdays, perfect dessert, and we had a great time! read more

Looking for a great wedding venue, this is wonderful. Amanda was very helpful, and excited about the facility. read more

The Boathouse - Seafood Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

recently dined at The Boathouse, and while my experience had its ups and downs, I want to start by highlighting the positive aspect of the service. The waitress was incredibly nice and attentive, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Unfortunately, the food didn't quite meet my expectations. I ordered an Old-Fashioned, but my cup was off-puttingly dirty on the outside, almost as if it had crusted sugar. It was a bit disappointing, especially when you're looking forward to enjoying a drink. I also tried the grilled Atlantic salmon, which, while colorful, was a bit dry, and the potatoes on the side didn't quite hit the mark. However, the crab artichoke dip appetizer truly saved the day--it was absolutely delicious and a highlight of the meal. Despite the food not living up to my hopes, I must say that the restaurant's view over the water was stunning. It made for a lovely atmosphere and a perfect backdrop for a meal. Overall, I would recommend The Boathouse if you're looking for a picturesque dining experience, but I might suggest exploring other options for the main courses. read more

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So let's just start with the absolutely beautiful view you have from the bar and outdoor area. That's worth the trip in the first place. Now you bring in a fantastic bartender, great cocktails, and delicious food and you have a perfect venue. I'm down visiting a friend who brought us here, and a we walk in to a busy restaurant but empty bar. Sit down and are immediately greeted by the Bartender, Chris, and told that he's training two new people today. He provides a few recommendations and we start with an orange crush. Now I'm a former bar manager from Maryland (our official state cocktail) so I'm judgey as hell with crushes. PERFECTION. I was pleasantly surprised it had freshly squeezed OJ and a splash of sprite, something everyone fails at. Went to the berry mojito next, which one of the trainees did and I could drink these all day (well, you know ) We split some fried Zucchini with ranch, and Dear Lord they were a perfect pair with the cocktails. This is a MUST try if you're in the area, and management should know how fantastic their bar staff is!! read more

The Boathouse - Half drank Berry Mojito - Seafood Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

Levi was an excellent server, food was superb and came out quick and hot. We'll definitely come back when we're in the area

Excellent service. Ambiance , a little noisy. Food - most food was excellent, Atlantic salmon was terrible.

Early Sunday dinner. Levi was our waiter. Very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. Awesome job.

Nice place! Sat outside though i made reservations for inside thinking it would rain, they happily and easily accommodated my party of 4. Started with a salted caramel espresso martini, it was nice.. just sweet enough. My app was the Oysters Rockefeller and i was able to try the calamari- GREAT calamari, good oysters. Main was shrimp and grits and that was FANTASTIC. Will definitely return and maybe check out the other locations as well read more

What a fantastic place to celebrate my friend's birthday!!! We had a delightful ladies lunch! The food was delicious and service was incredible! You can't beat the atmosphere! Too chilly for the outside patio but still enjoyed a window view! read more

The Boathouse - Ladies lunch - Seafood Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

Our group of seven dined over the weekend at the boathouse at Sunday park. We had a great experience due in part to the excellent service from Levi, our server. He was very professional, patient and friendly. He checked on us several times to see if we needed anything and if we did, he delivered it right away. The food was delicious and definitely an improvement from the last time we ate at the Boathouse. The chicken and waffles were excellent and everyone commented on how good their meals were as well. We will be sure to ask for Levi the next time we dine there. read more

Loved the boathouse but on my last visit I was told they no longer served the pizza. Not only was the crab pizza the best pizza I'll never get again but my daughter loved the cheese pizza and was the only thing she wanted there. My favorite local, beautiful and within walking distance spot. My daughter and I were excited it was warm again and we could walk over, only to realize the pizza is gone so we left.. Reached out to the boathouse on their site and FB messenger only to be ignored! Bring back the pizza!!!!! read more

Service | Food Levi absolutely made our Sunday brunch memorable. From the moment we sat down, his service was exceptional -- attentive without being intrusive, incredibly polite, and genuinely invested in making sure we had a great experience. He made thoughtful recommendations, checked in at just the right times, and anticipated what we needed before we even had to ask. Five out of five stars for service -- we will absolutely request Levi every time we come back. The ambience here is beautiful. We sat outside on the deck overlooking the reservoir, and the water views were stunning. It created such a relaxing, upscale atmosphere and made the whole evening feel special. The food was good overall and very enjoyable. The steak had great flavor but was slightly overcooked from what we ordered, which is the only reason for four out of five stars on the food. Everything else was well prepared and satisfying. Between the gorgeous setting and Levi's outstanding service, we'll definitely be returning. read more

We sat outside & had Levi as out waiter, he was excellent. Great with our service & great with the kids. We will definitely be returning.

First time visiting the Boathouse and was very pleased with the service. Levi was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. We had a lovely water view to top off the evening! read more

Food was super delicious! Service was excellent! The decorations and aesthetic was top notch! Very grateful for good friends and gift cards! read more

The Boathouse - Birthday Brunch for my husband! - Seafood Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

Excellent experience. My waiter Levi was very polite and professional. Very nice young man. Thank you read more

Ohhhhh my goodness. This is definitely the spot. We had a Ladies Only night here and reserved one of the heated igloos. They look cold from the outside looking in but they were so warm and cozy inside. We could see the reservoir from our table, and enjoyed being outside but staying warm. They even had cushions on the seats and cozy throws for us to cover our laps with! They had candles and pretty decor inside with a heater as well. The lamp overhead made a huge difference and kept us warm and the igloo even had a ventilation window in case we got hot (we didn't!). The door is a zippered door with the guests and servers having to unzip and zip to get in or out and the service is amazing!! Xavi was our waitstaff and she was attentive, cheery, and so happy to answer any questions we had. She even showed us a second hidden page of our menus! We thoroughly enjoyed the ambience, the coziness, the food (oh my god it was delicious!!), but most of all, the company. The restaurant really made us feel special! 10/1 recommend the heated igloos before they're gone! read more

The Boathouse - Broiled seafood platter - Seafood Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

Jayne was our server, she's a real one. Offered great recommendations, and I could tell she wasn't just blowing smoke. 10/10. Food was great. Will be back. Will ask for Jayne. read more

Guliana was an incredible server and eating with great food and a beautiful sunset never hurts. We had the crab dip and the shrimp and grits as well as crab cakes. All were delicious! read more

Great food and our server Ricky Y was awesome. Atmosphere was perfect for our birthday event!

We made reservations after receiving recommendations for a romantic spot with good, fresh seafood for our wedding anniversary. Upon arrival, I was excited to see the beautiful scenery; however that excited quickly passed when we were seated upstairs, it felt like we were no longer in the same restaurant. I mentioned to the waitress this is our 1st visit to Richmond and this place and we came for the atmosphere as well as the food, but she did not seem to care, nor offer us a new table either inside downstairs or outside, even though tables were available. upstairs area is unmatched very disappointing with no views. I could have dined at the bar. My food was quite basic. I ordered a seafood combo with seared scallops and requested fries and broccolini as my sides. I asked the waiter if that was okay to substitute, but I was surprised to find I was charged for it. As a customer, I believe it's important to be informed about such things. I dont mind paying for top tier food and services, but this was not that. . I took no pic of my seafood plate as there wasn't anything to photograph, so unlike the dishes i saw about 2 few years ago on yelp. The best dishes was the truffle fries and Rockefeller oysters then the rest of the meal was downhill the entrée was not served hot but as I arrived very hungry i didn't wish to send back for an even longer wait. The crab cake was filled with lump meat, but it lacked a wow factor. Seems the dish was missing something....a remoulade, or butter sauce, lemon or something to pair the seafood with. Not just scallops, shrimp, and crabcaked tossed on a plate. (please work on plating your dishes) My scallops where just cooked there was no sear, for anyone who loves scallops in order to get a great sear you must not place then in the pan until the scallops are completly dry. I didn't get the broccolini either! The waiter brought out my veggies AFTER I was done eating...i had told him i no longer needed them before he brung them... lol I'm done. My biggest disappointment was sitting inside upstairs with a view of nothing but walls, partition blocking a wedding party and the staff working the wedding party. This was not worth the $130 I spent. I still left a good tip and thanked the staff as much husband was happy with his crabcake sandwich bit not with the chips that appeared overcooked. I'll rate this spot 3 out of 5. Maybe if I could have seen the scenery, or hot good I'd rate it a 3.5. I'm being generous with this rating because the waiter apologized that the kitchen was backed up because of the wedding party. But that shouldn't be the standard when there's a wedding party. With such a beautiful atmosphere it creates high expectation of getting top tier food; and service: beautiful plated meals and that is NOT at all what we received. The two glasses of complimentary champagne for our anniversary was nice, which also sets you up to prepare for a great experience. Maybe if ever in Richmond VA on a weekday I may give this place another try. Although what I look for an any restaurant is consistency. read more

The Boathouse - Complimentary champagne - Seafood Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

We celebrated my birthday yesterday at Boathouse and we had THE BEST service from Jason!!!! The food is so delicious!!! We overlooked the lake- best seat in the house! He worked very hard to make everything perfect! We were also upstairs with carrying the food up, no easy feat! We will be back again! read more

We had a diner for Easter at Boathouse Sunday park. we were not happy, from the service, the meal, and wine. table requested was not observed, the fry calamary were almost burn, the wine asked cold Pinot grigio, was not it. we were served so fast that we could not even finish our previous dish. The preice was very high. we will never return at boath house in that location. read more

Only postive thing I can say about The Boathouse at Sunday Park was the view. Other than that , don't waste your money. Seven dollars for valet. Food was mediocre at best and pricy for what it was. Lesson learned. There are so many more upscale restaurants that truly do warrant the high prices, The Boathouse at Sunday Park is definitely not one of them. read more

First time dining at the Boathouse after my friend has his wedding nearby. My girlfriend and I were waited on by Hayden who did a great job with recomendations and accomodating our needs. We enjoyed the crab and artichoke dip, a lovely pizza, and fried shrimp. We finished off with the Classic Zookie! The music was very mellow and pleasing to listen to after a long day, and the decor was very warm and welcoming. Definitely stop by if you're in the Midlothian area. read more

Went for HH on a busy Friday afternoon...Brenda is the best bartender in Richmond, hands down! She manages a busy rush like its old hat for her! read more

The Boathouse - Miller Lite - Seafood Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

Food was on time. The service was excellent and our server Levi was great. We enjoyed the ambiance on this relaxing Sunday afternoon.

I hate to admit or be one of those people. But the truth is sometimes difficult. And I like to give it to the places that I have been to. This place has gone significantly downhill. I have been multiple times I have gone to this place before it was the boathouse and privately owned from the branner mill area, the original owners were great. Then, it switched hands a few times anyway. A long story short is this place is pretty much a dumpster fire understaffed. Overworked, the food is absolutely horrible. Tastes kind of reheated in a way. Maybe a microwave type of situation going on? Think bags of seafood thrown in a microwave. Their brunch is pretty decent, though. I will give them that French coffee is okay from the French press rather But you get em on the weekend, and their service is extremely slow.And usually the bar is scattered with half eaten food from plates that the service folks pile up my wife and I love the view.Of course, one of the selling points but very rarely go there.Dealing with slow service, bad food, poor drinks expensive and this is an odd one, but there's lots of steam headsets on the deck.Usually from the messiness that it's just someplace we try to avoid.I have many other places that I would promote and I have said good things about in the area.So check out the other reviews read more

Went to The Boathouse at Sunday Park for my daughter's birthday and we had a wonderful time and great food thanks to Ricky the bartender who ended up serving us. He took really good care of us. For beverages coffee, which comes in a press pot and is really good, Moscow mules, orange crush and a whisky special, I think an old fashioned. We ordered a variety of appetizers to share including mussels, peel and eat shrimp, oysters and hush puppies and everything was great. The broth with the mussels was amazing and we all kept dipping the charred bread and the hush puppies in it. Entrees were a mix of the broiled platter, fish and chips, fried shrimp, pizza and of course truffle fries. We had so much food and ended up bringing some home. Since it was a birthday celebration we were required to have dessert. A pizzooki, bread pudding, which was amazing and Ricky brought an extra birthday dessert. Bread pudding was amazing. I wish I could have eaten it all! Special thanks to Ricky for a fun and festive night. He is a great representative for The Boathouse for sure. read more

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