What a biker bar! Cool, lowkey place. Menu is small, but the food was good. Service was great. You can tell that it's a local hangout. They had docks where boats can pull up off the river. Beer was cheap, too! read more

Tiffany provides incredible service every time I stop by and see her. With the weather cooling off this is an incredible stop for happy hour vibes. read more

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Probably will return. Average. Casual. Relaxing. Pool tables. Bikers. I don't think they've deck guys to help boaters. We've BLT and stuffed crab: all good. Bikers vests are beautiful. Live music is about to start as we're leaving at 1:30. Their bathrooms are between permanent and port-a-potty: they're outside but they have regular toilets and sinks. Not sure they've a/c too, during the hot days. read more

Came here on a whim with a buddy who visited before. He shared that it was a pretty chill spot with some friendly locals. We ordered the sampler platter to share. Most of the items on the menu are fried and what you'd expect from a beach style bar. Didn't try any of their cocktails but I'll definitely be back soon as this location wasn't too far from my house and was easy to find. read more

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We're new locals and checking out our local haunts. This place feels like a best kept secret among those that know. I can't speak to the food, we have fried food only, but the drinks were poured well, the service was on point, the view stellar, and live music. Most definitely will be back. read more

The River's Edge Bar and Grill - Sampler Platter - Bars Near Me - Gibsonton, Florida

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Well that was fun and delicious! We came at 4:00pm, sat outside on the water. Not crowded yet, although the outdoor bar was bustling. The beer was cold, the burgers were juicy and tasty - freshly made at Apollo Meats nearby. They offer a full and half pound patties. Friendly and attentive service, obviously a fantastic location on the water. Noticed a previous review complained of no real bathrooms. There are a couple of port-a-potties but they also have a women's bathroom with 2 stalls. We'll be back- casual, relaxing, solid food. read more

This is, hands down, the best kept secret of the area, in my opinion. This restaurant is definitely a locals delight. Rivers Edge Bar and Grill is on the Alafia River, not far from 75, tucked away in a neighborhood of...what I'd call a small river home community, and to the left of the marina (I believe it's a Freedom boat club location but don't quote me on that). Going there for the 1st time, you'll probably wonder if you're lost, or perhaps, took a wrong turn, but you'll see the small venue once you near the River. Most likely, you'll spot the boat ramp first. River's Edge is small, with indoor and outdoor seating. There's docks directly behind which accommodate to those who are out boating and want to stop for a quick bite to eat and have a drink or 2. If you're seeking live entertainment, you may be happy to know they usually feature live music on the weekends (I've never been during the week so I can't speak to that). The ambiance is a relaxed environment with a sea theme and windows that look like may have come from an actual Boat/ship. The place is in kept pretty clean and well maintained. The staff is small but the couple of lady's that ha served me are awesome, super friendly, attentive and have been there for quite some time. But I saved the best part for last and that's mentioning the food that's served. The menu is small, however, if scrutinized by Chef Ramsey Gordon himself, would get his approval lol you'll find typical bar food such as wings or burgers listed but then.......there's the grouper sandwich. I'm going to suggest you give that a try and have it cooked blackened and I'm pretty sure you won't regret it. The sandwich even got both of my daughter's stamps of approval and 1 of them don't even like fish at all lol but hands down, probably the best blackened grouper sandwich I've had in this area. Well worth checking it out, especially if you like to drink and enjoy live music.... read more

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Waterfront, Relaxing, Great Shrimp On our way down to the Fort Myers area we wanted some light lunch at some waterfront place. We found this place on the internet and gave it a try. It sits right on the Alafia River and according to our server, has had its share of damage from recent storms. More from storm surges than wind, but they are up and running. The neighborhood near the restaurant is in pretty bad shape for the storms. Clearly a favorite stop for motorcyclists based on how many were there on a Wednesday afternoon. Lots of waterfront seating at tables with umbrellas and boaters have plenty of piers to tie up to. For our light lunch we had a Full Order of Peel and Eat Shrimp ($20.30) and the Fried Pickle Chips ($8.35). We estimate this was a full pound of 16-20 size shrimp. They are tossed with Old Bay seasoning and we had an option to get them either cold or warm - we picked warm, with butter for dipping. They also came with a nice zippy cocktail sauce. Great flavor and as we saw, most people coming in to eat ordered shrimp. A few onion rings slipped into our tasty pickle chips basket. A very comfortable place to dine and look out on the water and watch the boaters. read more

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Subpar food, typical greasy spoon bar food. Had to send my grouper fish back because it was served to me undercooked. Nice view on the water, but food is lacking. read more

3.3* (out of 5) Food: n/a Atmosphere: 3* Value: 4* Service: 3* 09/30/2023 This was the closest place to our son's home and was along the drive home from dinner, so thought we would stop and check it out and have 1 drink. It was admittedly a letdown stopping here relative to several other places in the area, although it was later at night and we didn't order food. While it looks like a fun place with a great view during the day, our stop for a nightcap was disappointing. The mixed drinks weren't very good and I'm big on local tap beers - but there aren't any tap beers here. There was plenty of space to move around and a number of outdoor games set up that would be fun during a warm afternoon - but on this evening just after a rain shower had passed through and the grill was about to shut down, it was a disappointment. We waited several minutes for someone to serve us at a table adjacent to the outside bar, then I walked up to the bar to see what beers they had on tap. To my surprise, I learned that they didn't have any beers on tap! In addition, I was told that she couldn't serve me...that someone was on the way out to our table. It took more than a couple of minutes for a server to get to our table - possibly because they assumed we were going to order food, so had someone from inside bring out food menus and apologize for the fact that the grill was shutting down in a few minutes. This place has some good reviews for their food, is set up for outdoor activities and the view looks great during the day. We had already eaten and there wasn't much liveliness left when we arrived around 8:45 on a Saturday night, so I can only speak to our experience. Honestly, my biggest letdown was that the there was no beer on tap...I really like trying different local beers on tap wherever I go and that isn't possible here. Maybe we'll stop by during the day for lunch on our next trip to sample the food and experience a different aspect. If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow. Photos copyright: happyhourdesmoines.com & thefoodanddrinkguy.com read more

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We had the blackened grouper sandwich and Masons shrimp burger - both were over the top deliciousness!! Staff was great - recommended both ordered and they did not disappoint. Great place for a laid back Saturday lunch. read more

I everything was outstanding. We ordered the combo appetizer for three of us. Drinks of course. The platter was just right for the three of us. All the food was delicious and the drinks were great. The service was great. We love it and will be back. read more

Great for drinks but the food quality has gone down the river. We have been coming here for years and the grouper tenders use to be great and so was the shrimp but the last 3 times we have been they haven't deveined the shrimp and the grouper nuggets I tried this weekend were actually catfish. I asked the server to take them back since they weren't grouper and showed her how we knew it was catfish. (Thin, small compartmentalized sections with tan on both sides. The she said nothing but the look on her face said it all. The manager never even bothered to come speak to us so clearly they were hiding in shame. read more

The River's Edge Bar and Grill - Two of by sea. This place is packed in the parking lot but not at the docks. - Bars Near Me - Gibsonton, Florida

All employees are great. Scenery is calm and relaxed. Food is good bar food. Nice get away close to home.

There's just too much to say. This place can't possibly have a chef. They are just microwaving and deep frying everything. The goal here is to serve the bare minimum, using the least amount of energy, charging the most you possibly can. We asked for a JD on the rocks and my dad got one shot in a plastic cup, no rock glass, just a disposable plastic cup. Where's the love? That was $9. We asked the waitress if she could hook him up with a double and the next one was poured the same way. Plastic cup with just two ounces. $18. The appetizers were a joke. I asked her what she liked and she recommended the mac and cheese balls, claiming they were her favorite. They were barely edible! Everything on the menu except for the burgers just needed to be fried or nuked. There is absolutely zero passion coming out of that kitchen. The shrimp burger was barely edible and the hamburgers were ok. The utensils were all plastic if you were lucky to get them. The worse part was the port-o-potties for a bathroom. They were completely trashed. This made me think about the wait staff and "cooks" and how clean they could possibly be. Luckily we didn't get sick from our meal. All I can think of is that restaurant show where the kitchens are filled with rotten food. I hope to god this place isn't like one of those places. read more

The River's Edge Bar and Grill - The bathroom - Bars Near Me - Gibsonton, Florida

Absolutely amazing food and staff. We ordered there 12 times out of the 3 weeks we were here n the area. The Rubin sandwich is awesome

First time coming here , the food was amazing . Also , the views are amazing . Outside eating area on the deck and very spacious. There is also indoor dining. Wendy our waitress was kind and amazing . Good prices on the food and drinks. Drinks were good read more

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We were in the area and got hungry so we decided to stop by and check it out. Our server was immensely helpful and patient with our large group. She always had a smile on her face and for that I must praise her. The food was very tasty and the drinks were even better. I must also praise the bartender because every drink that we ordered, from Bloody Mary's to Moscow Mules, were spot on. Overall it was a great experience read more

Water side dining, Live music, Great service and Dog friendly patio!! We have a fantastic lunch (grouper{cooked perfectly}sandwich and Philly cheese steak) read more

Great service, burger and bbq sandwich was really good and the okra, fries were under done but I didn't need them anyways. The view is really pretty and nice area for bands. We will definitely be back! read more

The peel and eat shrimp is delicious! The ambience being right on the water is nice. The huge oak and covered table to eat at make it nice to sit outside. There are fans outside as well. There is an inside area but it's not very big with half the space being table and the other pool tables and other games. read more

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It's been awhile since we have been here and wanted to give them another try. Last time we had service issues, but this time service was spot on. The menu here is pretty simple, with some appetizers and sandwiches. I liked my Turkey Reuben so much last time that I got it again. Our food came in a very timely manner and everything was hot. The fries are excellent! My sandwich was just ok. There was not enough turkey, and too much sauce, so it was a bit of a soggy mess. I like the atmosphere here, being right on the river. There is plenty of outdoor seating and the views are very nice. read more

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I enjoyed my return trip to River's Edge even more so that my first experience. Our server was excellent and best of all, she was assisted by two other staff members who worked as a team to provide to us the best of service. I had the BLT and it was delicious. The bread was fresh as was the tomato and lettuce. There was ample bacon that was cooked perfectly. read more

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Beautiful view Cheap drinks Good OK food Love this place ..great vibes Veronica is the BEST. read more

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Food is great good to go out for a couple of drinks. Also, they're very peaceful. Quiet waitresses are on point.

Ignore any low reviews; this place is gorgeous (right on the water) the service is great, it attracts an interesting crowd, and the food is spot on. We enjoyed some very fresh peel and eat shrimp and awesome fried okra. We saw a band setting up but we were in our way out. I hear the happy hr is a good value and lots of fun. read more

It's a nice location right at the river. Weekends there is live music. The food was ok. Had the Appetizer Platter and then the Swiss Burger. Service was good. read more

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An acquaintance took me here on a day of driving and seeing new spots. It was great I love the hidden gem. Definitely a biker bar vibe when you pull up but they were nice. Service was good and drinks were straight. Right on the water which is my fave environment. read more

Nice little neighborhood spot nestled right by the river. I have no complaints. They have pool tables & a juke box. There is alot of seating outside by the river. My margarita was very good & the service was just as goos! read more

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This is a great place in so so many ways... The river view is stupendous , the food is generously portioned... the prices are great, live music is fun and the food is actually very good. Don't let the drive through the neighboring area scare you off... once you get there enjoy the outdoor area and the boats on the river. Sit back and order a well priced beer and a $1 Jell-O shot. We brought our older kids for food one night. Our eldest daughter lives in Riverview so we all meet up there. Our youngest ordered a BLT. It was loaded with crispy bacon and she ate the whole thing...our son ate the big burger on the menu... was cooked perfectly and of good quality meat. The patty was huge and plump and juicy. The steamed shrimp is pretty great as well .... Our eldest daughter chose the mahi blackened and it was fresh and well cooked. Very delicious. Rivers edge has become our local go to. Try the Jell-O shots as well...at a buck a pop... they are well worth it. read more

This is definitely a hidden gem for me, and I've been living in this area for ages! The view is absolutely beautiful! The drinks are dirt cheap! Happy hour is from 4-7. It's so nice to have light bites, drinks, and a view of the water and boats that surround the area. I feel like I'm on a mini vacation! The staff is also friendly. The locals who cone often are also pleasant! I may have to come back more often! read more

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I think this establishment is a polarizing place. If it's your scene, you'll love it, if it's not, I would probably stay away. It's a rock & bikers scene with live rock music and the were drinks flowing. It felt like a bit of a "backwards" scene, which made it awkward being there. I think you'd be more comfortable if you're within that community. The fish dip was decent. Our server was really nice. However the atmosphere is wasn't the most welcoming if you did not fit a certain demographic. read more

Hell Yes! Go here and stay. It's on the River, there's beer, food, and T-shirts, and of course there's a marina, mobile home park, and landfill surrounding it! What more can you want for a true Florida experience! I'll be back again. read more

The River's Edge Bar and Grill - So much fun - Bars Near Me - Gibsonton, Florida

As some have said - Great drinks, but the food is definitely lacking. This seems to be more of a local drinking establishment where food is a second thought. If you are looking for a place to sit and have good drinks, then this is a good start. read more

The drinks were very basic, the flavored margaritas are filled with that syrupy sweet stuff and made it taste way too sweet. I also ordered the friend pickles. They were ok, but not something I would order again. Overall this place is not my type of hangout/vibe. It's right on the water and had a nice view. read more

The bartender was very rude. We came to drink and have fun and spend money but their bartender decided for us that we would not be staying. I enjoy a snarky or cheeky bartender but she was plain rude and unwelcoming. read more

First time here. How do I explain the place. Let's call it interesting. Started off with the grouper tenders. Let's say my expectations were not high. Have to say they were not bad. Not greasy battered just nice and flavor was pretty good. Had the Cuban sandwich. It was eh. No where the best I ever had but not the worse. However the fries were on point. Will I be back? Maybe read more

This place is truly a hidden gem! It's off of US 41 in Gibsonton in Riverview, FL. My GPS took me through an old neighborhood with small roads to get here and it was worth it. All the dining takes place outdoors with some of it underneath the bar area. They have indoor dining, however, it's closed due to pandemic rules. The wait staff here is very friendly and we're very happy to see our group hang out here. I was told they are most busy during the weekends (which makes lots of sense). The views of the river beautiful especially during the sunset. After sunset, they have lighting along the river for continued dining in the evening. The food was good and casual. The drink prices are great! They have happy hour from 4 to 7. $2.50 for well drinks and draft beer! It's a little bit more if you want a specific cocktail such as a cosmopolitan, which is still cheap without compromising the quality. There's a good mix of music played here too for ambience. Totally worth it! read more

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I was not going to go hard on this place and leave a bad review until my 82 year old father went to use the bathroom and walked in on a 4 year little girl sitting on the toilet in the men's restroom. He closed the door in panic and resorted to using the terrible porta potty as that was his only other option. I get that this place is mostly for boaters and bikers and is meant to be chill and casual, however, in no way did I think this meant sacrificing food, drinks, cleanliness and SAFETY! Gross! The service was the bare minimum you would do to serve a table. The waitress didn't look like she wanted to be bothered! Food was a 2 out of 10. The drinks were a rip off for the price since they tasted like they barely had 1 once of liquor. I'd stick with the competition in that area even if they don't have a liquor license. read more

I've been to River's Edge three times now. Each time the food has been consistently good and the prices are reasonable. The hoagie roll for my Philly was very soft and there was a generous portion of beef; the fries were crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside--just the way I like them! The peel and Ear shrimp has the right amount of Old Bay seasoning and the shrimp is very fresh. The panoramic view is right on the Alafia. It would be more enjoyable if the insects would leave us alone; very unpleasant when we're trying to enjoy our food. The local neighborhood getting to this venue is very sketchy, but I hear that there is another route to take to avoid that; I just haven't found it yet. Also a turn off is that EVERY table outside is a smoking table, so if you are a non-smoker and don't care to have smoke blown your way while you eat, you'll have to find a table with other non-smokers nearby. This venue also does not require masks outside while walking around to and from your table unless you go inside to use the restroom, and the wait staff do not wear masks. read more

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