River
$$$ • Southern, Bars, Vegetarian
Hours:
1650 Jack Warner Pkwy, Tuscaloosa
(205) 632-3801
About River
Customers' Favorites
River Flats Oven-Baked Flatbreads Cajun Shrimp & Sausage
Salmon Mushrooms and Roma Tomatoes
Southern Oysters Rockefeller
Lobster Stuffed Mushrooms
Peanut Butter Pie
Salmon Hollandaise
Shrimp and Grits
Brussels Sprouts
Alabama Catfish
Shrimp & Grits
River Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 4 - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 10AM - 1PM 4 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | 10AM - 1PM |
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River is a highly recommended restaurant that consistently serves wonderful meals using local ingredients to elevate classic offerings. The chef and staff are creative and attentive to detail, ensuring a great dining experience. They accommodate dietary restrictions, including gluten-free options, and the friendly staff is happy to help with menu choices. The atmosphere is perfect for a date night, with low lighting, nice background music, and well-spaced tables. The menu features dishes like salmon, filet mignon, ribeye, and seasonal fish, as well as delicious desserts like homemade oatmeal crème pies and creme brulee. Guests have praised the excellent teamwork between the kitchen and bar, especially during busy times like game weekends, which adds to the lively and welcoming environment. The chefs are known for their amazing presentation, exquisite flavor layers, and overall quality, making it an ideal place to celebrate special occasions. The friendly servers, including one named Shelby and another named Isabel, provide genuine customer service that guests greatly appreciate. While some may find the menu options limited, the focus on freshness and quality makes River a great choice for a romantic evening or special event. Overall, many guests enjoy the wonderful food, attentive service, and beautiful atmosphere, although service can sometimes be slightly distracted during busy times.