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Riverside Grill

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A polished venue at the Riverside Hotel offering locally sourced American fare, craft beers, and live music with scenic river views.

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Wed/Fri 18-21h

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Riverside Grill

Highlights

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Must-see attractions

A polished venue at the Riverside Hotel offering locally sourced American fare, craft beers, and live music with scenic river views.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"Enjoy locally sourced American cuisine, live music, and riverside views in a polished setting."

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Request servers like Lusha or Angie for excellent service, as noted by reviewers.

Try the Brunch Buffet

The breakfast buffet is spectacular, featuring made-to-order omelets and a variety of favorites.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 11PM

Cuisine

American

Price

Mid-range

Phone

(208) 343-1871

Address

2900 W Chinden Blvd, Boise, ID 83714, USA

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Medium

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Locally Sourced Idaho Flavors

Locally Sourced Idaho Flavors

Savor Idaho's finest with dishes featuring local trout, potatoes, and beef in a cozy, polished setting.

Vibrant Live Music & Ambiance

Vibrant Live Music & Ambiance

Enjoy a lively atmosphere with live music performances, making for a memorable dining or brunch experience.

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Signature Dishes and Sweet Endings

Signature Dishes and Sweet Endings

Don't miss unique offerings like cauliflower wings, or the delightful prickly pear crème brûlée and carrot cake.

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Ask for Recommended Servers

Request servers like Lusha or Angie for excellent service, as noted by reviewers.

Try the Brunch Buffet

The breakfast buffet is spectacular, featuring made-to-order omelets and a variety of favorites.

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Unique Menu Items

Explore a unique menu with standouts like the BLT & A sandwich on Squaw bread.

Sweet Tooth Satisfaction

The carrot cake is consistently excellent, and the prickly pear crème brûlée is a recommended dessert.

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Ask for Recommended Servers

Request servers like Lusha or Angie for excellent service, as noted by reviewers.

Try the Brunch Buffet

The breakfast buffet is spectacular, featuring made-to-order omelets and a variety of favorites.

Unique Menu Items

Explore a unique menu with standouts like the BLT & A sandwich on Squaw bread.

Sweet Tooth Satisfaction

The carrot cake is consistently excellent, and the prickly pear crème brûlée is a recommended dessert.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Riverside Grill offers a dining experience with a focus on locally sourced American cuisine and a pleasant ambiance, often enhanced by live music. While many praise the unique menu items, particularly brunch and desserts, and attentive service from specific staff members, some reviews mention slow service and inconsistencies in food preparation and quality, especially during busy periods or for specific dishes. The value proposition can also be debated, with some finding it reasonable and others deeming it not worth the price.

"Been a while since I ordered a steak anywhere and I found the New York strip here to be as good as you could hope for. Excellent portion for the price too; I've paid double for steaks a quarter the size."

Joshua A.

"I had a miserable experience for brunch today. 12/17/23.
We were a party of 11-16 in The Quite Bar room. Which was beautiful.
I'm having difficulty finding positive things to say about our experience today, so I'll just go with the negatives.
We had one server, who might have been a manager. Her name is Rebeca, at least that's what it said on the receipt as she never introduced herself, but she seemed to not be in a uniform as the other servers.
The tables were uneven where they met together, but it was disguised under the table clothes. When I placed my full water glass down, it immediately fell over and soaked the table.
It was quite obviously a large spill but Rebeca took no action until we asked for a new table cloth. She didn't answer but appeared to be walking away, so I repeated my request, and she said, "I heard you", then proceeded to get a small napkin which barely covered 1/3 of the spill, so I asked for 2 more.
She asked if anyone wanted coffee several times, but never came to each person and asked what they wanted to drink. I did not want coffee, so I waited for her, but she left. I had to get her attention to request hot tea, after everyone else was served they meals. The tea carafe dribbles a lot, making more of a mess on the tablecloths. This is just a bad design. No lemon was brought, nor offered, just a sticky packet of honey.
I ordered the fish and chips, but Rebeca came back to tell me that it was frozen. Okay, I said, "So, I can wait". She said "No, it was frozen". I asked, "Does that mean it's not available"? She said "Yes". How was I to know that frozen meant that I couldn't order it? So, I asked for the meatloaf sandwich, but without the bacon. She said that it wasn't possible. I said, yes, you can just remove the bacon. She had to check again with the chef, but it was indeed possible. Remember all this time others have received their meals. Why wasn't the fish 86'd at the start of service? It's not rocket science to come up with the solution to remove the bacon, but her answer to most questions was, "No".
The meatloaf sandwich was barely edible. It was soaked and dripping with an overly sweet brown sauce. I had to use a knife and fork. It had one, thinnest possible slice of tomato and some wilted lettuce. When I removed the bread, it revealed that the meatloaf was burnt. I didn't complain as I had already waited so long to eat and everyone else was almost done.
One person at the table got dessert, but I realized that no one else was offered. It would have been a good idea to ask the table and increase sales!
We got individual bills, and mine said the Fish & Chips (which I originally ordered, but had to change to the Meatloaf) The bill was $2 higher than it should have been. I had to ask her to correct my check.
By the end of the meal, most had paid, and we were ready to leave, when one person said that she still didn't get to pay as Rebeca never picked up her payment and just disappeared. I had to go to the host stand to find her and have her return. I guess that we could have walked out.
I had worked as a server for over 20 years, and I truly understand that mistakes happen and people are human, but through every problem that we experienced, Rebeca never apologized. That really bugged me because it illustrated that she just didn't care at all. That was the last straw for me.
If you guessed; you are correct.
I. Did. Not. Tip.

Update 8/11/2024
I returned with a friend for lunch and had some similar problems. First off, Jessica, our server, was very pleasant and helpful. Service was great! The problem is with the kitchen. I had ordered a salmon burger, with some capers and dill on the side, but Jessica returned to tell us that the kitchen refused to do that, even though It was after 1pm and the restaurant was quite empty. I was willing to pay an upcharge if necessary, but instead, we suffered another bad experience. Even the salmon was overcooked. And don't get me started on the number of flies inside the restaurant.
I tipped Jessica 22%."

Edward Kowalski

"We came here on. Friday evening. The restaurant wasn't crowded, but there were a good number of people at the adjoining bar. It was a treat to hear live music while we enjoyed our meal."

Val Stringham

What People Like

Locally sourced Idaho specialties
Live music performances
Unique menu items and desserts

What People Dislike

Inconsistent service speed
Food preparation inconsistencies
Overpriced for perceived quality

Frequently Asked Questions

Riverside Grill serves locally sourced American cuisine, with a focus on Idaho specialties like trout, potatoes, and beef.

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Yes, Riverside Grill often features live dining music performances, creating a vibrant atmosphere for guests.

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Recommended dishes include the filet with parsnip mash, prickly pear creme brûlée, carrot cake, and the BLT & A sandwich.

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The brunch buffet is often described as spectacular, with made-to-order omelets and a variety of breakfast and lunch favorites.

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Consider asking for specific servers like Lusha or Angie for excellent service, and check for upcoming events for added entertainment.

Yes, the menu includes options like cauliflower wings, and reviewers mention looking for vegetarian choices.

The atmosphere is described as polished, cozy, and vibrant, especially when live music is playing.

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