Rooftop at Riverside

Name: Rooftop at Riverside
Address: 27333 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs, Florida, 34135, US
Telephone: (239) 268-0080
Price range: $$
Rating: 3.9

$$ • Bars, Food Trucks, Tacos

Hours:
27333 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs
(239) 268-0080

About Rooftop at Riverside

Rooftop at Riverside is a delightful dining destination in downtown Bonita Springs. The restaurant features a live music performance, enhancing its charm as visitors enjoy food from one of the five on-site food trucks, including options like hotdogs, crepes, and pizza. Seating is available at the bar, on the patio, or overlooking downtown, but it can get hot with all the windows open and a lack of air conditioning indoors. The bar has a fantastic atmosphere, and while there are many TVs playing sports games, some visitors wish for background music to create a livelier bar setting.

Guests must order from the food trucks and wait for a buzzer to know when their food is ready. It can be a hassle to carry multiple trays back to a seat, so it is suggested that the restaurant provide signs to help reserve seats while food is being picked up. The food is generally good, but prices are comparable to restaurant-style dining. For example, a burger with fries and dessert from Butcher's BLVD costs about $30, while curry chicken from Reggae Kitchen is around $20. The burger is reported to be tasty, though the cinnamon donut bites were a bit hard and the real whipped cream melted quickly. Drinks, including a margarita flight, were reasonably priced at about $20 for four mini drinks, though service from bartenders could be improved.

The atmosphere is enjoyable, but some customers have pointed out issues with lighting, suggesting it is too bright in the evenings and could benefit from softer lighting to enhance the experience. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and has an elevator to the second floor. While there are some concerns, Rooftop at Riverside is considered a valuable addition to Bonita Springs, offering games and activities for families and a cool place to hang out.