At first, we felt a little slighted when the table behind us received their food well before us even though they had been seated after us. Apparently, our server seemed to think we wanted her to bring the main course after we had eaten our salad. So even after this, some time had passed. I then went to find the server to inquire about the food. As I did so I saw what appeared to be our meal sailing past me to our table. I followed.
We were not disappointed. The fried haddock was well seasoned, crispy and crunchy (it’s amazing to have both at the same time!). The salad and baked potato rounded out the meal nicely. My wife commented that it was the best meal this trip at Clearwater beach.
In the end, we had forgotten about the perceived slight after the satisfying meal and blessing from the mgr. Bill. He unknowingly helped bring our attitude full circle. We’ll definitely be back when in Clearwater Beach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel
In town from Virginia. Stopped in and grabbed a bite. I loved the food and view from the outside patio. The service was excellent as well!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich
Gary Patterson
Nice experience. Came here regularly when we lived in Clearwater. It has improved significantly. Beautiful space inside and out. Great outdoor space on the ICW. Good service at the bar. Chicken parm sandwich was great and a good value. Free valet parking. We will be back!
Parking: Free valet!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Backwaters Burger
Stephanie DeRuzzo
We had an amazing time at Backwaters! The food was delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect. Our server, Rick, made the evening truly special. His recommendations were spot-on, and his attentive, friendly service added a personal touch that made us feel right at home. Highly recommend this place and be sure to ask for Rick!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kevin Bauerle
Great fresh food, Beautiful view.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jim Campbell
Loved this place. Staff was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cathy Jenns
Great atmosphere and service. Our server, Rick G. was terrific! Food is terrific! Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Patricia Romano
The staff is incredible, the management team is amazing, now to get to the food which is spectacular, highly recommend the happy hour menu.
Luana Guedes
Horrible place, I was with my family for the first time and the hostess surprised me by telling me to put my blouse over the crop top I was wearing, and detail, a restaurant in front of the beach where I was on the beach and there was no warning about clothes on the Prohibited.
MJ Martinez
I enjoyed my dining experience at the jumbo shrimp it's delicious
We've been to a lot of restaurants around the area, Backwaters is by far the best we have had. I ordered the blackened butter new york strip and my wife ordered the ribeye. We been to a lot of high-end steak house, and Blackwater for us blows out all of them.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak
Thomas McLaughlin
Food was phenomenal, the manager Bill took care of our large party with short notice. Will definitely be back!
Shane Heller
Food was incredible! Bill the manager was awesome. Can’t wait to go back with the family!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pat Plescia
We love this restaurant. Great staff, good food, nice scenery, fantastic drinks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish
Jason Hendrix
Best steak and grouper nuggets I’ve had in a long time
At first, we felt a little slighted when the table behind us received their food well before us even though they had been seated after us. Apparently, our server seemed to think we wanted her to bring the main course after we had eaten our salad. So even after this, some time had passed. I then went to find the server to inquire about the food. As I did so I saw what appeared to be our meal sailing past me to our table. I followed.
We were not disappointed. The fried haddock was well seasoned, crispy and crunchy (it’s amazing to have both at the same time!). The salad and baked potato rounded out the meal nicely. My wife commented that it was the best meal this trip at Clearwater beach.
In the end, we had forgotten about the perceived slight after the satisfying meal and blessing from the mgr. Bill. He unknowingly helped bring our attitude full circle. We’ll definitely be back when in Clearwater Beach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
In town from Virginia. Stopped in and grabbed a bite. I loved the food and view from the outside patio. The service was excellent as well!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich
Nice experience. Came here regularly when we lived in Clearwater. It has improved significantly. Beautiful space inside and out. Great outdoor space on the ICW. Good service at the bar. Chicken parm sandwich was great and a good value. Free valet parking. We will be back!
Parking: Free valet!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Backwaters Burger
We had an amazing time at Backwaters! The food was delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect. Our server, Rick, made the evening truly special. His recommendations were spot-on, and his attentive, friendly service added a personal touch that made us feel right at home. Highly recommend this place and be sure to ask for Rick!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great fresh food, Beautiful view.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved this place. Staff was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great atmosphere and service. Our server, Rick G. was terrific!
Food is terrific! Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The staff is incredible, the management team is amazing, now to get to the food which is spectacular, highly recommend the happy hour menu.
Horrible place, I was with my family for the first time and the hostess surprised me by telling me to put my blouse over the crop top I was wearing, and detail, a restaurant in front of the beach where I was on the beach and there was no warning about clothes on the Prohibited.
I enjoyed my dining experience at the jumbo shrimp it's delicious
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Restaurantji Recommends
We've been to a lot of restaurants around the area, Backwaters is by far the best we have had. I ordered the blackened butter new york strip and my wife ordered the ribeye. We been to a lot of high-end steak house, and Blackwater for us blows out all of them.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak
Food was phenomenal, the manager Bill took care of our large party with short notice. Will definitely be back!
Food was incredible! Bill the manager was awesome. Can’t wait to go back with the family!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We love this restaurant. Great staff, good food, nice scenery, fantastic drinks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish
Best steak and grouper nuggets I’ve had in a long time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood, Steak
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