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    The Waterfront Bar

    4.1 (79 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    THE WATERFRONT BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Touristy
    Live music
    Dogs allowed

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    Cobb with Steak (Chicken BLT in the back)
    Sheena G.

    Welcomed in by everyone near the front door in such a friendly and engaging manner! Food was delicious and service was so attentive. Carolyn/Caroline was one of the best waitresses I have ever had. She was so genuinely invested in our dining experience. Highly recommend over anything else in the area! Tomato bisque was yummy, perfect consistency.

    Round ravioli, not the same as the homemade one from two years ago.
    Reixa C.

    3/26/2026- Sad to say but this visit was disappointing. Not sure if owners changed or they have just cut items in the kitchen. We came in and ordered the ravioli. If you look at my pictures two years ago this was not the same ravioli , as well as taste. The one from today felt like rubber and like it came from a box as opposed to the homemade ravioli we had two years ago. The meatballs were good but way too much sauce. I will not be coming back.

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    BP P.

    Enjoyed a post hike happy hour meal. Happy hour goes from 2 to 5. Got the cheese sticks and they are awesome and huge! The servers are very friendly and very helpful! Enjoy the heated back porch over the river!

    Meatball sub

    Super cute place on the river. Went for an impromptu relaxed date night dinner during the weekday. Server was so friendly along with the great atmosphere. The food was delicious too!

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    Eleanor W.

    On a hot summer day, there's no better place to roast in the sun than at The Waterfront Bar. My ex husband and I spent some time in the mountains and hit this spot on our way out. We sat on the lower deck outside patio and we got the corner table. Incredible view even with the heat and the geese yapping next to us. As far as the food, I have to admit it's pricey for what you get and considering this economy. It's like $15 for a hotdog and McDonald's fries. Also take a look at the chicken tenders. Never seen such a bland looking buffalo tender before. But I WONT LIE, IT WAS BUSSIN!!!! That was some good chicken! My ex husband is kinda weird and this is one of the reasons he's my ex: he ordered the chicken parm sandwich. I didn't even realize that those existed ... I thought it was a pasta dish... but he cleaned his plate so it must've been good. Unfortunately despite the good food, we couldn't patch up our relationship. Also as a side note it appears that someone threw their plate into the river. They must not have liked their dinner. But I enjoyed the food and my server and the view. I would definitely recommend this restaurant if you're rich.

    Thanksgiving dinner at the Waterfront Bar was VERY welcoming. Great, friendly staff!
    Sarah L.

    The Waterfront Bar and the staff was a Thanksgiving save!! #realtalk I literally had NO dinner plans until 4pm day of gobble gobble. I started googling "North Georgia Thanksgiving 2024". The Waterfront Bar popped up on a Georgia place to food list. I read about a buffet and called to confirm as well as ask for pricing. It was a GO and an impromptu 1 hour 20 min drive up the dragon's trail and through Blue Ridge. The venue = simple galvanized steel building. Upon walk-in, the bar area is front and center. The staff were immediately welcoming, it felt like they were already friends. SIDE NOTE: I looked liked... A surfer gypsy, who just rolled out of bed. They were still VERY nice. A cute server gal showed us to a booth seat in the dining area. I noticed the gals there were all pulled together well. That actually matters to me. If your slops in your looks, you're gonna be slops with my food. I'm from Vegas, it's unsaid law there. I ordered my drink, a mule with whiskey. It was stiff. I like stiff. We were shown to the buffet area. Let me say EVERYBODY was so nice, and chill. Food was all on point. Yes. Me issues = I'm picky AF. All food made in-house. Noice. I'm currently eating my pecan pie ... I'm SO glad I was able to take it home. The crust is perfect. The back outdoor deck / patio is REALLY awesome. It was cold and dark. I rolled in late. The last customer. I am going back during the day to check it out because great service, stiff drinks, and outdoor vibes are kinda my go-to. #facts Being from the West Coast your driving 1-2 hours to get around ANYWHERE. A chill drive up the hill to a family owned spot on the Tennessee stateline river... I'm down 100% I recommended this venue to my neighbor buddy as soon as I got home. He has already heard about it from his buddy. I can see why, the word on the street spreads quickly. This would be a good place for large families and business employee gatherings. Plenty of seating both in indoor dining area, and on the outdoor dual level wood deck. REASONS TO VISIT: 1. Strong Specialty Drinks 2. Good food 3. Quality Service 4. Outside deck on the river with dining area 5. Indoor dining area separate from the bar area 6. Exceptional service 7. Family owned

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    Great Food! Awesome friendly service. The out side patio was the place to sit by the river and enjoy your evening.

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    Great food loved the service and very nice deck out back to sit by the river. Has a little wait but it's not bad.

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    3 years ago

    Always good food and great service. Also has a nice deck to sit out by the river. Will definitely be back again

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    Excellent service. Super attention from Daniel and Dorothy. Great food. Lovely evening out. Thanks.

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    The food and service was outstanding. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone looking for a wonderful meal.

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    3 years ago

    Fantastic food and amazing customer service! Excellent ambience and beautiful location!

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    Was impressed with the food and the drinks. New establishment but wr sure hope that they are here to stay!

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    This place is amazing!! Skip McCaysville and come straight to Copper Hill to thin hidden gym!! Food and drinks on point!!

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    Very cool place. shh it's a secret. It's like you were…read moreinstantly ported back to the 1920's right in the middle of prohibition. A very charming unassuming little boutique store front with some tee shirts and souvenirs when you first walk in. Then you whisper the magic password and the gentleman escorts you through a narrow little doorway, a vestibule and door then opens to a perfectly recreated 1920's prohibition speakeasy. The motif is perfect from vintage art work on the wall to the hanging chandeliers and the big leather couches and chairs all in a very dark lighting. There is one way glass so you can see whoever comes into the store ( police or significant other) but they can't see you! Lol. And you can't leave through the front where you came in. You are guided to the back of the establishment to the back door which lets out into a narrow gangway then to the alley. I think Al Capone himself was going to jump out at me. lol. The bartenders/ mixologists further raise your experience by providing enjoyable banter and well made cocktails. Espresso Martini's and a Donut Raspberry Cheesecake were the drinks and dessert of choice and both were amazing. If you wind up going I suggest for you gals, a flapper dress with the beads and sequins with a cocoon coat and some tee strap heels. Guys your fanciest fedora and some two tone lace up oxfords. Either way you're gonna have a Roaring 20's great time. Let me know if you're interested and I'll tell the password or yiu you have dinner upstairs at The Roof, tell them you want the password for The Door.

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