River Lake Inn Restaurant Gardens-Trails

Awesome

Excellent food and service, relaxed atmosphere and gorgeous gardens... watching the hummers while you eat is a happy bonus.

We went really late, 8pm. They are open till 9. Said they'd wait if needed. Sat us and we're really friendly and all the food was good. Lots of hummingbirds, even on the gloomy day we visited. We will plan earlier next time.
Prices are higher, but you're getting a better service and meal. Prime rib, Hawaiian chicken, drinks, and 2 slices of pie, just under $100. We will be back earlier to enjoy more of the view.

I’ve always had a good experience there. It isn’t fast food. It’s a place to go where you can enjoy the salad bar before the entree. Usually 15-30 minutes until the main entree arrives. I worked there and unlike most restaurants it is a tight ship and clean. I enjoy dining there and have always had good service. Also the atmosphere is special with windows into nature. Dining and watching hummingbirds and even deer is special. The gardens and flowers are exquisite. A nice stroll to experience. It’s family owned and deserves support of people who enjoy fine dining.

We recently had a large family get together here. Our table was all set, so we were seated right away. IIma was our waitress and she was fantastic!! Everything she recommended was delicious. She was on top of everything, friendly, funny, great personality, she took care of all our needs. Best waitress ever! Everyone enjoyed their meals. Prime rib, Hawaiian chicken, shrimp scampi, kid’s meal. Salad bar had a nice assortment. It was hard to select a dessert, so many good choices. Everyone thought they were all exceptional. I’ve read other reviews stating that decor is outdated. It maybe does feel like someplace your grandparents use to take you, that is part of its charm! I find the nostalgia of it comforting. There are enough places trying to be hip and trendy. Sometimes you just have to be who you are. Restaurant was clean and we had plenty of room around our table. Our grandson loved walking out back by the waterfalls and bird feeders. In our experience, the food was wonderful and Ilma made our evening. Please support local mom and pop places, visit River Lake Inn! We will be back.

We recently had a large family get together here. Our table was all set, so we were seated right away. IIma was our waitress and she was fantastic!! Everything she recommended was delicious. She was on top of everything, friendly, funny, great personality, she took care of all our needs. Best waitress ever! Everyone enjoyed their meals. Prime rib, Hawaiian chicken, shrimp scampi, kid’s meal. Salad bar had a nice assortment. It was hard to select a dessert, so many good choices. Everyone thought they were all exceptional. I’ve read other reviews stating that decor is outdated. It maybe does feel like someplace your grandparents use to take you, that is part of its charm! I find the nostalgia of it comforting. There are enough places trying to be hip and trendy. Sometimes you just have to be who you are. Restaurant was clean and we had plenty of room around our table. Our grandson loved walking out back by the waterfalls and bird feeders. In our experience, the food was wonderful and Ilma made our evening. Please support local mom and pop places, visit River Lake Inn! We will be back.

The mother's Day brunch was great. Great selection of wines. Cool collection of beer steins! Nice patio area with scenic views.

Went for our wedding anniversary. I had a Halibut dish that was extraordinary. A 5 star dish in any of the finest restaurants I have frequented in the country.

This restaurant is the rarest of jewels in Western Michigan.

Excellent service and choices of atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very nice. Our server was very the the friendly and set the tone for the evening. The food was excellent and the prices were reasonable. We were not rushed and we enjoyed the atmosphere. We also enjoyed the nature trail outside the restaurant. We look forward to returning soon.??

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Prime Rib of Beef, From Salad Bar

Great food! Will definitely go back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: From Salad Bar, White Fish

First time here with the family for my birthday dinner. So glad I picked it! The menu is limited but everyone was pleased with what they ordered. Pineapple chicken was delicious, walleye was delicious, can't speak for the steak but it looked good. Ilma was our server and she was very wonderful. Gardens were so pretty and definitely lots of humingbirds! Can't wait to go back. And the salad bar! Lots of options for everyone. Desserts were top notch. The inside is decorated in an old vintage style, lots of cool things to see if you walk around. Overall very good experience which is hard to come by these days. Good job River Inn.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

So glad I discovered this place! Great food, great people, beautiful garden, excited to go back!

One of the nicest places to eat in the area. Service is great. I recommend the bourbon salmon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very nice time. Salad bar was very good.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Wonderful place to visit. Great dining atmosphere and food was so delicious. Service was on point. Gorgeous flowers and hummingbirds feeding to be viewed through windows while dining. Opportunity to walk through the gardens of beautiful floral arrangements and pond.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Prime Rib of Beef, From Salad Bar