Riverwalk Cafe & Oyster Bar
201 SW St Lucie Ave, Stuart, FL, 34994
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Address :
201 SW St Lucie Ave
Stuart, FL, 34994 - Phone (772) 221-1511
- Website https://www.riverwalkcafeandoysterbar.net/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Classy
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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John K.
This has been my favorite restaurant for such along time. Every time I come to visit my folks have to come to the river walk. Some times I even go just for their home made bread pudding. The bread pudding is even better than my mother, even, she thinks it is better than hers. They always have new creative specials, which, never disappoint. Every time I go another restaurant I end up kicking my self. Finally, they have a wonderful wine list. It has come to the point that I always go to the river walk when I am in town. Even living in Miami, with its long list of great restaurants, they still can not top the river walk!!!! It will always be in my No.1 spot.
(5)Vicky S.
Oyster rocks and cornmeal dusted fried oysters were fresh, tasty and so delicious that i cant wait to go back later today! The waiter was very helpful in helping my friend and me select the crabcake sandwich and the blackened mahi mahi sandwich. We had a great selection of their menu items and wold definitely recommend this place.....great food and great service!!!!
(5)Joseph R.
Took my better half here for her birthday dinner and we were both ver impressed. It's a quaint little place that has all the makings of your perfect date night spot. Food was perfect and service very courteous!
(5)Brad G.
Oysters were out of this world and the Grouper Piccata was amazing! Wine list is good and service is top notch. A great place for a romantic evening. Love this place.
(5)Austin W.
Excelent food and were very nice to me but it took for ever for the check to come but i will be back good thing i was not in a rush lol
(4)Matt C.
You have a wallet, you have a wallet?... Yeah, you've got a wallet... Bring It! $200 bucks for a couple dozen oysters, 1 app, couple glasses of wine, couple brews... No problem. What does money mean? Nothing. Money means nothing. If you have that mentality, than this is a good place for you. That said; its a terrific atmosphere, the bartender / hostess, all that, really good. The beers and wine - delicious. The oysters were simply top notch. If you feel flush with the C-notes in your wallet, go here and blow thru them.
(5)Greg B.
Amazing experience. Had an awesome meal and great service. Gluten-free free friendly and helpful. The specials were spectacular. Hog fish, grouper and they even made a special one gluten free. Romantic, small and cozy.
(5)Bob S.
Great spot for oysters and fish. Had some great northern oysters before a dinner of hogfish and conus. Both were well prepared. Even the asparagus was cooked well. Debbie our server was friendly and helpful.
(5)Gary R.
I decided to go here for dinner based on a quick Yelp search for "seafood" in Stuart, FL, during a business trip. Based on the good reviews, i decided to give it a shot. I'm glad I did. The interior of the restaurant is small and cozy, and two tables by the front window give a view of the water in the distance. I was immediately seated without reservations and quickly set about ordering. To start, I ordered the oysters Rockefeller (they call it "Rockefeder" for some reason) and a Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA. They only serve wine and beer here, in case you're interested in a martini with dinner - you won't get one. The oysters arrived piping hot and were superbly tasty. Two of the six oysters did have shell fragments in them, but the rest was so good I didn't really care much, to be honest. For my main I ordered the pan seared Atlantic scallops, which were served in a decadent beurre blanc over spinach next to a side of rice and steamed carrots, mushrooms, and snow peas. The scallops were prepared perfectly, and everything was rich, warm, and buttery. The only complaints I have about the dish were minor: There were some grains of sand in two of my scallops and the mushrooms in the stir fry mix were obviously canned. Again, it all tasted so good that the minor missteps didn't bother me much. An excellent slice of key lime pie wrapped up the meal. Service was quick and attentive. The whole meal with tip ran me about $80.I'd have given five stars (very rare for me) if it wasn't for the two very minor issues I noted above. Nice job, guys.
(4)Pauline C.
We went back along with some friends for an early dinner. They had the wine rep at the bar and after being seated, the owner offered our friend wine samplings on a few of their new selections! We ordered the oysters rockefellas which are amazing, and my husband and I both had a fish special, as did our friends. Everything was excellent!! Make reservations, it's small and usually booked, well worth the drive :)
(4)Floridababy 7.
Came here and got the caesar salad with blackened mahi mahi. Best salad ive ever had, and have to say i love the bread they served with it....Can't wait to come back.
(5)Jimmy M.
Great food, not the friendliest service. Kale salad w dried blueberries, walnuts, blacked chicken was great.
(4)Jean B.
Emeril came here for a reason...food here is always fantastic. I really want to keep it a secret, but feel guilty not sharing after two years of wonderful meals. It's cozy, great service, great wines and the chef here is the real deal. I love seeing the staff in kitchen looking out as people start their meals... Always lots of smiles and happy expressions from customers as they start eating. Everything here is delicious, but one "must"- ahi tuna nacho app... "Your welcome".
(5)Michael F.
I ate here tonight with my family and left disappointed. I ordered 1 dozen raw oysters (3 different kinds) for my appetizer which were good. My family had the crab cakes which they liked. But I ordered the North Atlantic Sea Scallops for my entree. For $26 I had 4 scallops, plain white rice and some vegetables. The sun-dried tomato/basil reduction was bland IMO. Not worth the money. And the specials were pricey enough ($25-$37). The price range per person of this restaurant needs to be $$$. Based on the price/portion size and lack of flavor of my dish I give Riverwalk 2 stars and won't rush to return.
(2)William S.
I do not get to downtown Stuart often so this lunch was a bit unexpected. Not only in experience but in fare as well. The food was excellent, a bit pricey, a bit not busy, a bit off the mark, but somehow ok. Maybe it was the company, which was awesome!!! We will return no doubt, but I am left wondering if the second time visiting will yield more fruit.
(4)Kelly R.
We have been coming here for a couple of years and loved the oysters, fiocchi and tuna tacos. Loved, loved, loved them every time. But noticed that the hostess/manage never seemed to recognize us or say hello, and tonight was truly offended when we noticed our oysters were FROZEN (we literally chewed ice), and not only didn't get comped - despite the bartender taking two of a half dozen of them away - but also got a "denial" from the hostess or manager that they serve their oysters frozen. We didn't report it to be nasty or save money - we reported it to help save them from disappointing another customer. Truly offended and will never order oysters from this establishment again.
(1)Jamie C.
Had another great meal at Riverwalk last night. Hogfish special with coconut rice was really good!
(5)Rodney J.
Great food and unique setting for both couples and small groups. Best oysters in town.
(4)Tom L.
We had a belated Valentines Day dinner here. Seated right away. Laura took good care of us. We had six oysters that were very good - cold and briny. We both had the hogfish and it was delicious! The Brussels Sprouts were a little tough. Service was attentive throughout the meal. Overall, a very nice dinner experience. Would definitely return.
(4)Laurie O.
Probably my favorite eatery in Stuart. Feels like I'm back in New York City when the Saint Lucie is just outside the door. Wonderful red wines and food that is carefully thought through and well executed. I highly recommend the tuna taco appetizer. If you want an intimate experience, sit at the bar and strike up a convo with the bartender who will take great care of you. The seafood is from New England Seafood and they do an amazing job. These folks care about their food.
(5)Ashley S.
I love love love this place! The food is tantalizing and the staff is friendly.And the atmosphere is warm, sophisticated and romantic, although it can be pricey if you decide to do appetizer, entree, dessert and after cappuccino, I cannot imagine not doing so here. You have to try this place! What's especially nice is on occasion you can get a table without a reservation- husband and I walked in on New Years eve and had no problem getting a table.
(5)Sandra R.
Great food, fresh, flavorful fish and price matches entree well. Staff friendly and professional. Quaint little place but personable service. Make reservations versus walk in recommended. Wine lost comparable not overly priced.
(5)Joseph C.
Awesome place. Could be 5 stars if the one dinner which was the same as mine had been cooked right. My Seared Tuna was right on point. Our guest Seared Tuna was a thin piece which was not rare due to thickness. They didn't want to cause a fuss. The bread pudding with white chocolate and toffee was the bomb. Fit for foodies. Good wine selection.
(4)Lauren B.
We enjoyed our lunch today at river walk. The mahi mahi tacos were excellent as was the po boy sandwich. The fish quality was top notch. I think a few more menu items would be nice but overall this was a solid seafood place. The oysters look exceptional as well. I would definitely go back if I were in the area again
(5)Dan M.
Everything we had was absolutely delicious. The service was great and the atmosphere was cozy. The only drawback was the bar only had beer and wine. It is the perfect setting for a crafty cocktail.
(5)Molly B.
If there's one place I want to eat when I'm in Stuart, it's here. The sweet potato fries, ahi tuna, oysters, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. A delicious wine list and draft beer selection makes this the perfect place to grab a drink and appetizers, or sit down for a meal.
(5)Ahiruno P.
No good. The food was extremely salty and service was extremely slow... We didn't even have our utensils until the first 2 dishes came around. Now... I have a feeling they were short stuffed that day... The 2 waitresses were manning the entire restaurant... No bus boys... No bartenders. 2 women show. They were pretty polite about it ...but we had to keep asking for like 4 times for water and bread... And the food isn't even good. So no thanks.. Not coming back.
(2)Chuck M.
Great inovative menu. crowded but the food makes it worth it. Make reservations well ahead if you can
(4)James H.
The Ahi Nachos, Crab Cakes and Po Boy were incredible. Nice small spot with great atmosphere and great beer. A must do if in the Stuart, FL area.
(5)Todd S.
Everything here was good. The fried oysters were fresh and perfect! Clams casino were done up very good! The filet mignon was excellent and cooked to perfection! Great food here.
(5)Marshall M.
Great oysters, nice setting, but the main courses are only ok. The deserts are great- especially the bread pudding! Wine selection has good cheap bottles, but nothing fancy. Great beers on tap.
(3)Patty S.
A gem in the midst of many restaurants downtown. Atmosphere is brimming with character, and the food and wait staff delivers beyond expectations. Absolutely delicious from beginning to end. Tip: the small salad portion is enough for two people. Ginger glazed salmon entree was to die for. Trying the duck next time in. They were gracious seating us early even w/out reservations ... reservations are suggested as the restaurant quickly fills up.
(5)Jay J.
This place is great. The seafood is amazing (scallops, ahi tacos), the service is friendly and there is a cool bar to the side with a good wine/beer selection. Not a big fan of Jensen Beach in general but this is a great place to go to if you're in the area.
(4)Kelley V.
Perfect food, perfect service!
(5)Jack S.
Big fan. Darn near 5-stars and would be if not for the noise level and the warm wine (red, but still...). Tuna Nachos! Is there anything more to say than that?? Actually there is...my wife had the caesar salad and then the Sea Scallops over linguine with a cream reduction sauce - wow, it was fantastic! The scallops were cooked perfectly and they were large and meaty and seasoned perfectly - awesome! I had the tuna nachos which were absolutely amazing and then I had a dozen oysters which were all generous in size and pretty good. We ordered a bottle of Pinot Noir which is normally served with a very slight chill (even 70 degrees would have been OK) but this bottle was a bit on the warm side and easily 75+ degrees. It is not a waterfront restaurant but rather near the water. The interior of the place is nice and a little cozy but gets noisy. So beyond it being a smaller place with brick interior which creates for plenty of noise when they're filled up, and the wine being warm, we had a very good experience and would definitely go back. This was a good date night restaurant. 1 $40 bottle, 1 salad, 1 appetizer, 2 entrees = just over $100
(4)William R.
Lobster quesadilla. WHAT! I wouldn't have thought so either. This is one of the tastiest things I have ever eaten and such a nice dining room. Creative fine dining with an amazing wine list. I cannot wait to become a local here.
(5)Kaiden W.
Wow, what a fantastic place! We went for the first time tonight. Food was excellent and the bartender Becky was fantastic. She was friendly, responsive and informative- everything one should be but sadly rare. We ordered the oysters Rockefeller, calamari and chicken- all excellent. Great, quaint atmosphere. We will be back.
(5)S B.
Oysters, tuna nachos, and short ribs! I've had the same meal here over 20 times, and I love it every time. Bring your own wine and it is the perfect evening.
(5)Susan G.
I love going downtown Stuart, especially by boat! Riverwalk Cafe is one of my favorite places to go! Quaint friendly atmosphere, great food & wine! Reminds me of New England only no shoveling! HA ;)
(5)Sandra C.
It's hard to find good oysters restaurant in our area, so we drove 1 hour to check this place out (after reading the previous reviews). It's a small cozy little restaurant and depending on how many customers are enjoying a great meal it can be a little noisy but well worth it. First we had the raw Louisiana oysters and raw clams which tasted fresh. Next we feasted on clam casino and oyster rocks feder-two savory dishes. Well worth the trip.
(5)Matt W.
I have been here multiple times for both lunch and dinner. This may be the best food in Stuart. The service is outstanding, and all the staff seem mature, competent, and they aim to please. Nice beers available. Delicious home-brewed iced tea. My favorite dish might be the tuna nachos - creative, well balanced, and nicely prepared.
(5)Dougie P.
Small. Quaint. Comfortable. Friendly. Delicious. Perfect. I agree with an earlier review... "let's keep it our little secret".
(5)Barbara A.
This place is one of the top restaurants in Martin county!! All oysters - all ways and the tuna nachos cannot be beat!!! Great wine list, cold cold beer!!!
(5)Paula H.
Nice, quiet and quaint describes this restaurant in downtown Stuart. The service was quick and personable- while the food was fresh and delicious. We had the fried oysters, mahi tacos and shrimp salad sandwich- all were great choices and the sweet potato waffle fries were amazing. Nice choice when in this area- location superb, however parking can be challenging during peak seasons.
(4)L H.
The absolute best. We had dinner last night and I cannot rave enough about this restaurant. Even the atmosphere was great, cozy, tables with white tablecloths, waitresses with big smiles eager to help.... And the food, out of this world. Not a cheap or fast meal. Classy with mouthwatering combinations of which only a very special chef would think. Everybody needs to have a meal here whether it be lunch or dinner. DON'T miss it!
(5)N B.
Really great restaurant. Cozy, comfortable ambiance, great service, excellent wine list and delicious food. What more would you want? Perhaps a full service bar, but once we saw the wine list this was quickly overlooked.
(5)J R.
Okay, okay. I confess: I may have purposefully not reviewed Riverwalk before now, but I couldn't help it. I am just a selfish foodie, and didn't want to share. I hate when a great restaurant is ruined by crowds of loud-mouth Yank tourists complaining and mispronouncing the word "conch." (Is the English language not spoken up there? It's conch as in honk, NOT conch as in launch. Jeez.) But if you promise to be cool, daddy-o, I'll tell you a secret. Riverwalk is the teets. It is small and intimate, and the best dining in downtown Stuart. And, like Cheers, everybody knows your name. Honestly, the food is probably four stars, but I give it 5-stars for their Blue Point and Kumamoto raw oysters, and cozy vibe. Their entrees are consistently delicious, and wine list is wonderful (but please get more champagne choices! A girl needs a Dom and Veuve in her life). Whether you come here for lunch with your grandma, or in your Jimmy Choos on a Saturday night, you will love it. But don't tell anyone I told you.
(5)Leon D.
Took the whole family here for dinner(seven of us). Made reservations for 7:45PM. The hostess sat us right away. This is a small place. They take their business seriously. The food was excellent. I had the fresh wahoo. yummy! My family had a variety and all was great. They only serve beer and wine, but a very wide selection. Highly recommend.
(4)Lynn S.
Cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. The food is outstanding, the waitstaff terrific and the chefs really know how to prepare food! We had several of the specials, the grouper and snapper as well as the seafood fra diavlo. I highly recommend the caramel apple bread pudding with vanilla bean ice cream. This was our second visit and it was outstanding both times. Great wine and a very lively place on a Friday night. It is small so if you desire a table rather that eating at the bar, which we loved, then I would suggest making a reservation. Don't miss this restaurant in Stuart. It is terrific.
(5)Eileen K.
My husband and I had dinner here with two other couples and had a great experience. It was my (and my husbands) first time dining here and will go back for sure. Our server, Debbie, was attentive without hovering. I ordered the scallops, which according to the menu would be served over linguine with a sun-dried tomato and basil cream sauce. I was pleasantly surprised when it arrived served with rice and steamed green beans and carrots (fresh of course). I asked and was told they hadn't switched from the summer menu yet. Not sure what that means but I much preferred the rice & veggies. Three people ordered the Hogfish, which I sampled and it was delish. My husband ordered Seafood Diavolo which he enjoyed. Tons of shrimp, calamari, mussels and scallops served over linguine with a nice tomato based sauce. We had a couple of bottles of wine and shared a slice of flour-free chocolate cake. Yum. I've read several reviews that mention that it's noisy but several tables with groups the size of ours were talking, laughing and having a great time. And the nice bar was full. This is noise I can enjoy! Great atmosphere, great food. I'll be back. And, oh by the way, Emeril Lagasse was at Riverwalk a couple of weeks ago!
(5)Foodie E.
Great drinks and food. Finally found a decent place to eat in Stuart. Homemade pastas, fresh oysters, great sauces. Best restaurant in Stuart.
(4)Joel W.
After reading the reviews I had high hopes, maybe too high. We were disappointed with the food quality and the service. It wasn't bad, however it wasn't any better that fair to good. We were seated quickly and our server came over right away a little harried. Quick to give us the specials. Bread was brought to the table, and it was nothing special. I normally grab a few pieces, I had no problem only taking one piece. After my wife ordered we were told that they ran out of that 20 minutes ago. It would have been nice to know that before she was set on what she wanted. Our appetizers came, way too much garlic in the Caesar salad, and there was no sear on my seared tuna. It was gray on the outside no sesame seeds as described by our waiter. The taste was ok but clearly it needed a hotter flame when it was seared. My wife's dinner also came with way too much garlic. My duck was average. Not crispy and a little chewy. All in all we did not get the product we expected. I would describe the service as attentive but not very friendly.
(3)Brian C.
Exceptional food. Pork chop was perfectly prepared, device was attentive, but not overdone. I only wish a full liquor license was in place.
(5)Panda U.
A great combination of a wine bar and restaurant. Meals come with fresh baked bread and garlic spread. Overall, excellent food and service!
(5)Ray R.
Best Clams Casino I ever had! Really top level wait staff.
(4)Ben N.
Great food and atmosphere.
(4)G. B.
Can't say enough good things about this little place. Small menu with a good variety. Daily specials menu board. Good oysters. Unique drink choices. Busy for lunch, so the service is a little slow at times, but they do take reservations. Check out their website for the menu. riverwalkcafeandoysterba…
(5)Jim G.
Eclectic choices. Great specials. Very good wine list. Imaginative cooking. A repeat, and an excellent choice for out of town visitors.
(4)Robert F.
Small, intimate, yet open atmosphere helped enormously by fine food, excellent service and seriously knowledgeable staff. This place requires reservations, and once you make it through the door and to a table, you'll know why (you can also eat at the bar without a res). If the two lady waiters are there, you will be impressed by their very strong teamwork as well as their helper, a young man who is apparently the owner's son. The food is serious: I had Cape Cod oysters that splashed sea water in my face they were so fresh, and a wonderfully smooth and piquant yellow taile snapper sauteed in the right combination of butter and spice. The crab cakes were seriously better than most places in Maryland. Despite a possible reputation as a fish house, the menu is predominantly cosmopolitan with many meat selections. The key lime pie is decadent. The wine list is very decent as well. You are not rushed, you are made to feel comfortable in a place where the tables are spread far enough apart to make the place seem larger. Quality joint, one of the two best we've been to in the area over the past five years.
(5)Jay X.
What a let down. The positive: My date ordered the chicken and loved it. They don't skimp on the food for that dish. The negatives: -Slow service. There weren't many people there. -There was a gnat in my water after having it refilled. I ordered the salmon and rice, but the rice was UNDERCOOKED. It was hard and inedible. Very confusing. They ended up apologizing and provided a side of mashed potatoes as a gift. Sadly, the mashed potatoes were overly salted and cold in some spots due to being microwaved last minute and was again... inedible. I felt like someone was pranking me on a terrible restaurant reality show. They didn't even comp us for the inedible meal due to the rice which was a large portion of the dish. To sum up the dining experience: extremely disappointing.
(2)R. K.
Went to dinner with a large group of friends last night. The service was phenomenal and the food was good. Everything about my meal was paced just right. Our waitress did an awesome job and was extremely attentive. My Chicken Arbuzzi was very good and a large portion. The meals are pricey but for the service and quality, it's well worth it. Recommend this small but charming gem in downtown Stuart.
(4)Sara C.
Simply said everything was outstanding!!! Friendly attentive wait staff, fabulous Caesar salad and the most delicious Wild Salmon. My wife had the special which was Tile fish - which was also outstanding. Both entrees were cooked perfectly. Finish that off with a slice of Salted Caramel cheesecake and you can't ask for more. Highly recommended - best is Stuart!
(5)Donald M.
I could have gave it five stars! What a nice place we didn't have reservations but they fit us in. Service was fantastic Had the Caesar salad it was great I had the yellow tail snapper delicious not to heavy Shared some crab cakes nice crab not a lot of filling great. Desert had bread pudding shared with 3 fantastic
(5)Matt B.
What a great little restaurant. If I were to buy one, this is exactly what I want in a location. Great downtown location across the street from the water....its a historic old building, beautiful bar, and is small and feels nostalgic. I love almost everything about this place, even the old squeaky floorboards. The food was amazing.....just take a look at the ahi tuna nachos in the photos and you will see this isn't your neighborhood greasy spoon. They care about the experience, the food, and they tantalize your tastebuds. I'll be back to visit again the next time I'm in Stuart. I saw at least 5 more things on the menu I must try!!
(5)Marqus R.
Eating at the Riverwalk Café & Oyster Bar is a real delight. However, though the good food may fatten you up, it's pricey enough to slim down your wallet, but to my mind well worth it. I started off with an appetizer of their "Oysters Rocka-feder" which consisted of six oysters topped with spinach, tarragon, gruyere cheese, Pernod and then I believe broiled. The really fresh oyster melded perfectly with the combination of ingredients and at $11.95 were, I thought, appropriately priced. Matter of fact I liked this appetizer so much, I then wanted to try another and ordered their "Spicy Cornmeal Encrusted Fried Oysters." On this dish they couldn't have done a better job as the cornmeal crust was crispy and firm while the inside oyster remained moist and deliciously flavorful. For their special of the day, they had a tortilla encrusted Hog Snapper ("lachnolaimus maximus" in case we need get technical), which just happens to be my favorite fish of the snapper family as well as one not commonly served in most restaurants. So of course I went for it and couldn't have been more delighted as the fish was obviously fresh as well as perfectly prepared. The tortilla crust lent a crispy to the bite exterior while the interior fish retained the moist delicate flavor of real hog snapper. Then, at $14.95, a bargain of a price not only for hog snapper but for any fish of this quality. Overall, I haven't a single hesitation in recommending the Riverwalk Café and giving it a solid Four Stars plus.
(4)Steve P.
Excellent shrimp salad wrap. Excellent tuna nachos. Very comfortable on the water . Great service. Cannot go wrong here. Cheers
(4)Amy P.
Lovely dinner, Debbie, the server was very attentive. The spot is tiny and we had no reservations on a Friday night. Walked in and asked how long. 45 mins, gave the hostess my cell number (no place to sit at bar either). We left and walked around the quaint shops. They called under the 45 mins and we were seated. Three of us had calamari for app, crab cakes , scallops and pasta, ND salmon. Yummy. Must have the Jameson Bailey chess cake for desert, wow!
(5)Eaton C.
Coming here for years. Would give it 6 stars if I could. The specials are always delicious. I like the duck on the regular menu. It is always cooked perfect. The staff and patrons make it a very cozy and inviting place.
(5)William S.
I do not get to downtown Stuart often so this lunch was a bit unexpected. Not only in experience but in fare as well. The food was excellent, a bit pricey, a bit not busy, a bit off the mark, but somehow ok. Maybe it was the company, which was awesome!!! We will return no doubt, but I am left wondering if the second time visiting will yield more fruit.
(4)Kelly R.
We have been coming here for a couple of years and loved the oysters, fiocchi and tuna tacos. Loved, loved, loved them every time. But noticed that the hostess/manage never seemed to recognize us or say hello, and tonight was truly offended when we noticed our oysters were FROZEN (we literally chewed ice), and not only didn't get comped - despite the bartender taking two of a half dozen of them away - but also got a "denial" from the hostess or manager that they serve their oysters frozen. We didn't report it to be nasty or save money - we reported it to help save them from disappointing another customer. Truly offended and will never order oysters from this establishment again.
(1)Jamie C.
Had another great meal at Riverwalk last night. Hogfish special with coconut rice was really good!
(5)Rodney J.
Great food and unique setting for both couples and small groups. Best oysters in town.
(4)Tom L.
We had a belated Valentines Day dinner here. Seated right away. Laura took good care of us. We had six oysters that were very good - cold and briny. We both had the hogfish and it was delicious! The Brussels Sprouts were a little tough. Service was attentive throughout the meal. Overall, a very nice dinner experience. Would definitely return.
(4)Laurie O.
Probably my favorite eatery in Stuart. Feels like I'm back in New York City when the Saint Lucie is just outside the door. Wonderful red wines and food that is carefully thought through and well executed. I highly recommend the tuna taco appetizer. If you want an intimate experience, sit at the bar and strike up a convo with the bartender who will take great care of you. The seafood is from New England Seafood and they do an amazing job. These folks care about their food.
(5)Ashley S.
I love love love this place! The food is tantalizing and the staff is friendly.And the atmosphere is warm, sophisticated and romantic, although it can be pricey if you decide to do appetizer, entree, dessert and after cappuccino, I cannot imagine not doing so here. You have to try this place! What's especially nice is on occasion you can get a table without a reservation- husband and I walked in on New Years eve and had no problem getting a table.
(5)Sandra R.
Great food, fresh, flavorful fish and price matches entree well. Staff friendly and professional. Quaint little place but personable service. Make reservations versus walk in recommended. Wine lost comparable not overly priced.
(5)Matt B.
What a great little restaurant. If I were to buy one, this is exactly what I want in a location. Great downtown location across the street from the water....its a historic old building, beautiful bar, and is small and feels nostalgic. I love almost everything about this place, even the old squeaky floorboards. The food was amazing.....just take a look at the ahi tuna nachos in the photos and you will see this isn't your neighborhood greasy spoon. They care about the experience, the food, and they tantalize your tastebuds. I'll be back to visit again the next time I'm in Stuart. I saw at least 5 more things on the menu I must try!!
(5)Jay X.
What a let down. The positive: My date ordered the chicken and loved it. They don't skimp on the food for that dish. The negatives: -Slow service. There weren't many people there. -There was a gnat in my water after having it refilled. I ordered the salmon and rice, but the rice was UNDERCOOKED. It was hard and inedible. Very confusing. They ended up apologizing and provided a side of mashed potatoes as a gift. Sadly, the mashed potatoes were overly salted and cold in some spots due to being microwaved last minute and was again... inedible. I felt like someone was pranking me on a terrible restaurant reality show. They didn't even comp us for the inedible meal due to the rice which was a large portion of the dish. To sum up the dining experience: extremely disappointing.
(2)R. K.
Went to dinner with a large group of friends last night. The service was phenomenal and the food was good. Everything about my meal was paced just right. Our waitress did an awesome job and was extremely attentive. My Chicken Arbuzzi was very good and a large portion. The meals are pricey but for the service and quality, it's well worth it. Recommend this small but charming gem in downtown Stuart.
(4)Sara C.
Simply said everything was outstanding!!! Friendly attentive wait staff, fabulous Caesar salad and the most delicious Wild Salmon. My wife had the special which was Tile fish - which was also outstanding. Both entrees were cooked perfectly. Finish that off with a slice of Salted Caramel cheesecake and you can't ask for more. Highly recommended - best is Stuart!
(5)Donald M.
I could have gave it five stars! What a nice place we didn't have reservations but they fit us in. Service was fantastic Had the Caesar salad it was great I had the yellow tail snapper delicious not to heavy Shared some crab cakes nice crab not a lot of filling great. Desert had bread pudding shared with 3 fantastic
(5)Vicky S.
Oyster rocks and cornmeal dusted fried oysters were fresh, tasty and so delicious that i cant wait to go back later today! The waiter was very helpful in helping my friend and me select the crabcake sandwich and the blackened mahi mahi sandwich. We had a great selection of their menu items and wold definitely recommend this place.....great food and great service!!!!
(5)Brad G.
Oysters were out of this world and the Grouper Piccata was amazing! Wine list is good and service is top notch. A great place for a romantic evening. Love this place.
(5)Austin W.
Excelent food and were very nice to me but it took for ever for the check to come but i will be back good thing i was not in a rush lol
(4)Marqus R.
Eating at the Riverwalk Café & Oyster Bar is a real delight. However, though the good food may fatten you up, it's pricey enough to slim down your wallet, but to my mind well worth it. I started off with an appetizer of their "Oysters Rocka-feder" which consisted of six oysters topped with spinach, tarragon, gruyere cheese, Pernod and then I believe broiled. The really fresh oyster melded perfectly with the combination of ingredients and at $11.95 were, I thought, appropriately priced. Matter of fact I liked this appetizer so much, I then wanted to try another and ordered their "Spicy Cornmeal Encrusted Fried Oysters." On this dish they couldn't have done a better job as the cornmeal crust was crispy and firm while the inside oyster remained moist and deliciously flavorful. For their special of the day, they had a tortilla encrusted Hog Snapper ("lachnolaimus maximus" in case we need get technical), which just happens to be my favorite fish of the snapper family as well as one not commonly served in most restaurants. So of course I went for it and couldn't have been more delighted as the fish was obviously fresh as well as perfectly prepared. The tortilla crust lent a crispy to the bite exterior while the interior fish retained the moist delicate flavor of real hog snapper. Then, at $14.95, a bargain of a price not only for hog snapper but for any fish of this quality. Overall, I haven't a single hesitation in recommending the Riverwalk Café and giving it a solid Four Stars plus.
(4)Steve P.
Excellent shrimp salad wrap. Excellent tuna nachos. Very comfortable on the water . Great service. Cannot go wrong here. Cheers
(4)Amy P.
Lovely dinner, Debbie, the server was very attentive. The spot is tiny and we had no reservations on a Friday night. Walked in and asked how long. 45 mins, gave the hostess my cell number (no place to sit at bar either). We left and walked around the quaint shops. They called under the 45 mins and we were seated. Three of us had calamari for app, crab cakes , scallops and pasta, ND salmon. Yummy. Must have the Jameson Bailey chess cake for desert, wow!
(5)Eaton C.
Coming here for years. Would give it 6 stars if I could. The specials are always delicious. I like the duck on the regular menu. It is always cooked perfect. The staff and patrons make it a very cozy and inviting place.
(5)John K.
This has been my favorite restaurant for such along time. Every time I come to visit my folks have to come to the river walk. Some times I even go just for their home made bread pudding. The bread pudding is even better than my mother, even, she thinks it is better than hers. They always have new creative specials, which, never disappoint. Every time I go another restaurant I end up kicking my self. Finally, they have a wonderful wine list. It has come to the point that I always go to the river walk when I am in town. Even living in Miami, with its long list of great restaurants, they still can not top the river walk!!!! It will always be in my No.1 spot.
(5)Joseph R.
Took my better half here for her birthday dinner and we were both ver impressed. It's a quaint little place that has all the makings of your perfect date night spot. Food was perfect and service very courteous!
(5)Matt C.
You have a wallet, you have a wallet?... Yeah, you've got a wallet... Bring It! $200 bucks for a couple dozen oysters, 1 app, couple glasses of wine, couple brews... No problem. What does money mean? Nothing. Money means nothing. If you have that mentality, than this is a good place for you. That said; its a terrific atmosphere, the bartender / hostess, all that, really good. The beers and wine - delicious. The oysters were simply top notch. If you feel flush with the C-notes in your wallet, go here and blow thru them.
(5)Greg B.
Amazing experience. Had an awesome meal and great service. Gluten-free free friendly and helpful. The specials were spectacular. Hog fish, grouper and they even made a special one gluten free. Romantic, small and cozy.
(5)Bob S.
Great spot for oysters and fish. Had some great northern oysters before a dinner of hogfish and conus. Both were well prepared. Even the asparagus was cooked well. Debbie our server was friendly and helpful.
(5)Michael F.
I ate here tonight with my family and left disappointed. I ordered 1 dozen raw oysters (3 different kinds) for my appetizer which were good. My family had the crab cakes which they liked. But I ordered the North Atlantic Sea Scallops for my entree. For $26 I had 4 scallops, plain white rice and some vegetables. The sun-dried tomato/basil reduction was bland IMO. Not worth the money. And the specials were pricey enough ($25-$37). The price range per person of this restaurant needs to be $$$. Based on the price/portion size and lack of flavor of my dish I give Riverwalk 2 stars and won't rush to return.
(2)Gary R.
I decided to go here for dinner based on a quick Yelp search for "seafood" in Stuart, FL, during a business trip. Based on the good reviews, i decided to give it a shot. I'm glad I did. The interior of the restaurant is small and cozy, and two tables by the front window give a view of the water in the distance. I was immediately seated without reservations and quickly set about ordering. To start, I ordered the oysters Rockefeller (they call it "Rockefeder" for some reason) and a Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA. They only serve wine and beer here, in case you're interested in a martini with dinner - you won't get one. The oysters arrived piping hot and were superbly tasty. Two of the six oysters did have shell fragments in them, but the rest was so good I didn't really care much, to be honest. For my main I ordered the pan seared Atlantic scallops, which were served in a decadent beurre blanc over spinach next to a side of rice and steamed carrots, mushrooms, and snow peas. The scallops were prepared perfectly, and everything was rich, warm, and buttery. The only complaints I have about the dish were minor: There were some grains of sand in two of my scallops and the mushrooms in the stir fry mix were obviously canned. Again, it all tasted so good that the minor missteps didn't bother me much. An excellent slice of key lime pie wrapped up the meal. Service was quick and attentive. The whole meal with tip ran me about $80.I'd have given five stars (very rare for me) if it wasn't for the two very minor issues I noted above. Nice job, guys.
(4)Pauline C.
We went back along with some friends for an early dinner. They had the wine rep at the bar and after being seated, the owner offered our friend wine samplings on a few of their new selections! We ordered the oysters rockefellas which are amazing, and my husband and I both had a fish special, as did our friends. Everything was excellent!! Make reservations, it's small and usually booked, well worth the drive :)
(4)Floridababy 7.
Came here and got the caesar salad with blackened mahi mahi. Best salad ive ever had, and have to say i love the bread they served with it....Can't wait to come back.
(5)Jimmy M.
Great food, not the friendliest service. Kale salad w dried blueberries, walnuts, blacked chicken was great.
(4)Jean B.
Emeril came here for a reason...food here is always fantastic. I really want to keep it a secret, but feel guilty not sharing after two years of wonderful meals. It's cozy, great service, great wines and the chef here is the real deal. I love seeing the staff in kitchen looking out as people start their meals... Always lots of smiles and happy expressions from customers as they start eating. Everything here is delicious, but one "must"- ahi tuna nacho app... "Your welcome".
(5)Joseph C.
Awesome place. Could be 5 stars if the one dinner which was the same as mine had been cooked right. My Seared Tuna was right on point. Our guest Seared Tuna was a thin piece which was not rare due to thickness. They didn't want to cause a fuss. The bread pudding with white chocolate and toffee was the bomb. Fit for foodies. Good wine selection.
(4)Lauren B.
We enjoyed our lunch today at river walk. The mahi mahi tacos were excellent as was the po boy sandwich. The fish quality was top notch. I think a few more menu items would be nice but overall this was a solid seafood place. The oysters look exceptional as well. I would definitely go back if I were in the area again
(5)Dan M.
Everything we had was absolutely delicious. The service was great and the atmosphere was cozy. The only drawback was the bar only had beer and wine. It is the perfect setting for a crafty cocktail.
(5)Molly B.
If there's one place I want to eat when I'm in Stuart, it's here. The sweet potato fries, ahi tuna, oysters, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. A delicious wine list and draft beer selection makes this the perfect place to grab a drink and appetizers, or sit down for a meal.
(5)Ahiruno P.
No good. The food was extremely salty and service was extremely slow... We didn't even have our utensils until the first 2 dishes came around. Now... I have a feeling they were short stuffed that day... The 2 waitresses were manning the entire restaurant... No bus boys... No bartenders. 2 women show. They were pretty polite about it ...but we had to keep asking for like 4 times for water and bread... And the food isn't even good. So no thanks.. Not coming back.
(2)Chuck M.
Great inovative menu. crowded but the food makes it worth it. Make reservations well ahead if you can
(4)James H.
The Ahi Nachos, Crab Cakes and Po Boy were incredible. Nice small spot with great atmosphere and great beer. A must do if in the Stuart, FL area.
(5)Todd S.
Everything here was good. The fried oysters were fresh and perfect! Clams casino were done up very good! The filet mignon was excellent and cooked to perfection! Great food here.
(5)Marshall M.
Great oysters, nice setting, but the main courses are only ok. The deserts are great- especially the bread pudding! Wine selection has good cheap bottles, but nothing fancy. Great beers on tap.
(3)Patty S.
A gem in the midst of many restaurants downtown. Atmosphere is brimming with character, and the food and wait staff delivers beyond expectations. Absolutely delicious from beginning to end. Tip: the small salad portion is enough for two people. Ginger glazed salmon entree was to die for. Trying the duck next time in. They were gracious seating us early even w/out reservations ... reservations are suggested as the restaurant quickly fills up.
(5)Jay J.
This place is great. The seafood is amazing (scallops, ahi tacos), the service is friendly and there is a cool bar to the side with a good wine/beer selection. Not a big fan of Jensen Beach in general but this is a great place to go to if you're in the area.
(4)Kelley V.
Perfect food, perfect service!
(5)Dougie P.
Small. Quaint. Comfortable. Friendly. Delicious. Perfect. I agree with an earlier review... "let's keep it our little secret".
(5)Barbara A.
This place is one of the top restaurants in Martin county!! All oysters - all ways and the tuna nachos cannot be beat!!! Great wine list, cold cold beer!!!
(5)Paula H.
Nice, quiet and quaint describes this restaurant in downtown Stuart. The service was quick and personable- while the food was fresh and delicious. We had the fried oysters, mahi tacos and shrimp salad sandwich- all were great choices and the sweet potato waffle fries were amazing. Nice choice when in this area- location superb, however parking can be challenging during peak seasons.
(4)Jack S.
Big fan. Darn near 5-stars and would be if not for the noise level and the warm wine (red, but still...). Tuna Nachos! Is there anything more to say than that?? Actually there is...my wife had the caesar salad and then the Sea Scallops over linguine with a cream reduction sauce - wow, it was fantastic! The scallops were cooked perfectly and they were large and meaty and seasoned perfectly - awesome! I had the tuna nachos which were absolutely amazing and then I had a dozen oysters which were all generous in size and pretty good. We ordered a bottle of Pinot Noir which is normally served with a very slight chill (even 70 degrees would have been OK) but this bottle was a bit on the warm side and easily 75+ degrees. It is not a waterfront restaurant but rather near the water. The interior of the place is nice and a little cozy but gets noisy. So beyond it being a smaller place with brick interior which creates for plenty of noise when they're filled up, and the wine being warm, we had a very good experience and would definitely go back. This was a good date night restaurant. 1 $40 bottle, 1 salad, 1 appetizer, 2 entrees = just over $100
(4)William R.
Lobster quesadilla. WHAT! I wouldn't have thought so either. This is one of the tastiest things I have ever eaten and such a nice dining room. Creative fine dining with an amazing wine list. I cannot wait to become a local here.
(5)Kaiden W.
Wow, what a fantastic place! We went for the first time tonight. Food was excellent and the bartender Becky was fantastic. She was friendly, responsive and informative- everything one should be but sadly rare. We ordered the oysters Rockefeller, calamari and chicken- all excellent. Great, quaint atmosphere. We will be back.
(5)S B.
Oysters, tuna nachos, and short ribs! I've had the same meal here over 20 times, and I love it every time. Bring your own wine and it is the perfect evening.
(5)Susan G.
I love going downtown Stuart, especially by boat! Riverwalk Cafe is one of my favorite places to go! Quaint friendly atmosphere, great food & wine! Reminds me of New England only no shoveling! HA ;)
(5)Sandra C.
It's hard to find good oysters restaurant in our area, so we drove 1 hour to check this place out (after reading the previous reviews). It's a small cozy little restaurant and depending on how many customers are enjoying a great meal it can be a little noisy but well worth it. First we had the raw Louisiana oysters and raw clams which tasted fresh. Next we feasted on clam casino and oyster rocks feder-two savory dishes. Well worth the trip.
(5)Matt W.
I have been here multiple times for both lunch and dinner. This may be the best food in Stuart. The service is outstanding, and all the staff seem mature, competent, and they aim to please. Nice beers available. Delicious home-brewed iced tea. My favorite dish might be the tuna nachos - creative, well balanced, and nicely prepared.
(5)L H.
The absolute best. We had dinner last night and I cannot rave enough about this restaurant. Even the atmosphere was great, cozy, tables with white tablecloths, waitresses with big smiles eager to help.... And the food, out of this world. Not a cheap or fast meal. Classy with mouthwatering combinations of which only a very special chef would think. Everybody needs to have a meal here whether it be lunch or dinner. DON'T miss it!
(5)N B.
Really great restaurant. Cozy, comfortable ambiance, great service, excellent wine list and delicious food. What more would you want? Perhaps a full service bar, but once we saw the wine list this was quickly overlooked.
(5)J R.
Okay, okay. I confess: I may have purposefully not reviewed Riverwalk before now, but I couldn't help it. I am just a selfish foodie, and didn't want to share. I hate when a great restaurant is ruined by crowds of loud-mouth Yank tourists complaining and mispronouncing the word "conch." (Is the English language not spoken up there? It's conch as in honk, NOT conch as in launch. Jeez.) But if you promise to be cool, daddy-o, I'll tell you a secret. Riverwalk is the teets. It is small and intimate, and the best dining in downtown Stuart. And, like Cheers, everybody knows your name. Honestly, the food is probably four stars, but I give it 5-stars for their Blue Point and Kumamoto raw oysters, and cozy vibe. Their entrees are consistently delicious, and wine list is wonderful (but please get more champagne choices! A girl needs a Dom and Veuve in her life). Whether you come here for lunch with your grandma, or in your Jimmy Choos on a Saturday night, you will love it. But don't tell anyone I told you.
(5)Leon D.
Took the whole family here for dinner(seven of us). Made reservations for 7:45PM. The hostess sat us right away. This is a small place. They take their business seriously. The food was excellent. I had the fresh wahoo. yummy! My family had a variety and all was great. They only serve beer and wine, but a very wide selection. Highly recommend.
(4)Lynn S.
Cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. The food is outstanding, the waitstaff terrific and the chefs really know how to prepare food! We had several of the specials, the grouper and snapper as well as the seafood fra diavlo. I highly recommend the caramel apple bread pudding with vanilla bean ice cream. This was our second visit and it was outstanding both times. Great wine and a very lively place on a Friday night. It is small so if you desire a table rather that eating at the bar, which we loved, then I would suggest making a reservation. Don't miss this restaurant in Stuart. It is terrific.
(5)Eileen K.
My husband and I had dinner here with two other couples and had a great experience. It was my (and my husbands) first time dining here and will go back for sure. Our server, Debbie, was attentive without hovering. I ordered the scallops, which according to the menu would be served over linguine with a sun-dried tomato and basil cream sauce. I was pleasantly surprised when it arrived served with rice and steamed green beans and carrots (fresh of course). I asked and was told they hadn't switched from the summer menu yet. Not sure what that means but I much preferred the rice & veggies. Three people ordered the Hogfish, which I sampled and it was delish. My husband ordered Seafood Diavolo which he enjoyed. Tons of shrimp, calamari, mussels and scallops served over linguine with a nice tomato based sauce. We had a couple of bottles of wine and shared a slice of flour-free chocolate cake. Yum. I've read several reviews that mention that it's noisy but several tables with groups the size of ours were talking, laughing and having a great time. And the nice bar was full. This is noise I can enjoy! Great atmosphere, great food. I'll be back. And, oh by the way, Emeril Lagasse was at Riverwalk a couple of weeks ago!
(5)Foodie E.
Great drinks and food. Finally found a decent place to eat in Stuart. Homemade pastas, fresh oysters, great sauces. Best restaurant in Stuart.
(4)Joel W.
After reading the reviews I had high hopes, maybe too high. We were disappointed with the food quality and the service. It wasn't bad, however it wasn't any better that fair to good. We were seated quickly and our server came over right away a little harried. Quick to give us the specials. Bread was brought to the table, and it was nothing special. I normally grab a few pieces, I had no problem only taking one piece. After my wife ordered we were told that they ran out of that 20 minutes ago. It would have been nice to know that before she was set on what she wanted. Our appetizers came, way too much garlic in the Caesar salad, and there was no sear on my seared tuna. It was gray on the outside no sesame seeds as described by our waiter. The taste was ok but clearly it needed a hotter flame when it was seared. My wife's dinner also came with way too much garlic. My duck was average. Not crispy and a little chewy. All in all we did not get the product we expected. I would describe the service as attentive but not very friendly.
(3)Brian C.
Exceptional food. Pork chop was perfectly prepared, device was attentive, but not overdone. I only wish a full liquor license was in place.
(5)Panda U.
A great combination of a wine bar and restaurant. Meals come with fresh baked bread and garlic spread. Overall, excellent food and service!
(5)Ray R.
Best Clams Casino I ever had! Really top level wait staff.
(4)Ben N.
Great food and atmosphere.
(4)G. B.
Can't say enough good things about this little place. Small menu with a good variety. Daily specials menu board. Good oysters. Unique drink choices. Busy for lunch, so the service is a little slow at times, but they do take reservations. Check out their website for the menu. riverwalkcafeandoysterba…
(5)Jim G.
Eclectic choices. Great specials. Very good wine list. Imaginative cooking. A repeat, and an excellent choice for out of town visitors.
(4)Robert F.
Small, intimate, yet open atmosphere helped enormously by fine food, excellent service and seriously knowledgeable staff. This place requires reservations, and once you make it through the door and to a table, you'll know why (you can also eat at the bar without a res). If the two lady waiters are there, you will be impressed by their very strong teamwork as well as their helper, a young man who is apparently the owner's son. The food is serious: I had Cape Cod oysters that splashed sea water in my face they were so fresh, and a wonderfully smooth and piquant yellow taile snapper sauteed in the right combination of butter and spice. The crab cakes were seriously better than most places in Maryland. Despite a possible reputation as a fish house, the menu is predominantly cosmopolitan with many meat selections. The key lime pie is decadent. The wine list is very decent as well. You are not rushed, you are made to feel comfortable in a place where the tables are spread far enough apart to make the place seem larger. Quality joint, one of the two best we've been to in the area over the past five years.
(5)Joseph R.
Took my better half here for her birthday dinner and we were both ver impressed. It's a quaint little place that has all the makings of your perfect date night spot. Food was perfect and service very courteous!
(5)Amy P.
Lovely dinner, Debbie, the server was very attentive. The spot is tiny and we had no reservations on a Friday night. Walked in and asked how long. 45 mins, gave the hostess my cell number (no place to sit at bar either). We left and walked around the quaint shops. They called under the 45 mins and we were seated. Three of us had calamari for app, crab cakes , scallops and pasta, ND salmon. Yummy. Must have the Jameson Bailey chess cake for desert, wow!
(5)John K.
This has been my favorite restaurant for such along time. Every time I come to visit my folks have to come to the river walk. Some times I even go just for their home made bread pudding. The bread pudding is even better than my mother, even, she thinks it is better than hers. They always have new creative specials, which, never disappoint. Every time I go another restaurant I end up kicking my self. Finally, they have a wonderful wine list. It has come to the point that I always go to the river walk when I am in town. Even living in Miami, with its long list of great restaurants, they still can not top the river walk!!!! It will always be in my No.1 spot.
(5)Eaton C.
Coming here for years. Would give it 6 stars if I could. The specials are always delicious. I like the duck on the regular menu. It is always cooked perfect. The staff and patrons make it a very cozy and inviting place.
(5)Vicky S.
Oyster rocks and cornmeal dusted fried oysters were fresh, tasty and so delicious that i cant wait to go back later today! The waiter was very helpful in helping my friend and me select the crabcake sandwich and the blackened mahi mahi sandwich. We had a great selection of their menu items and wold definitely recommend this place.....great food and great service!!!!
(5)Brad G.
Oysters were out of this world and the Grouper Piccata was amazing! Wine list is good and service is top notch. A great place for a romantic evening. Love this place.
(5)Floridababy 7.
Came here and got the caesar salad with blackened mahi mahi. Best salad ive ever had, and have to say i love the bread they served with it....Can't wait to come back.
(5)Jimmy M.
Great food, not the friendliest service. Kale salad w dried blueberries, walnuts, blacked chicken was great.
(4)Jamie C.
Had another great meal at Riverwalk last night. Hogfish special with coconut rice was really good!
(5)Rodney J.
Great food and unique setting for both couples and small groups. Best oysters in town.
(4)Sandra R.
Great food, fresh, flavorful fish and price matches entree well. Staff friendly and professional. Quaint little place but personable service. Make reservations versus walk in recommended. Wine lost comparable not overly priced.
(5)Joseph C.
Awesome place. Could be 5 stars if the one dinner which was the same as mine had been cooked right. My Seared Tuna was right on point. Our guest Seared Tuna was a thin piece which was not rare due to thickness. They didn't want to cause a fuss. The bread pudding with white chocolate and toffee was the bomb. Fit for foodies. Good wine selection.
(4)Laurie O.
Probably my favorite eatery in Stuart. Feels like I'm back in New York City when the Saint Lucie is just outside the door. Wonderful red wines and food that is carefully thought through and well executed. I highly recommend the tuna taco appetizer. If you want an intimate experience, sit at the bar and strike up a convo with the bartender who will take great care of you. The seafood is from New England Seafood and they do an amazing job. These folks care about their food.
(5)Ashley S.
I love love love this place! The food is tantalizing and the staff is friendly.And the atmosphere is warm, sophisticated and romantic, although it can be pricey if you decide to do appetizer, entree, dessert and after cappuccino, I cannot imagine not doing so here. You have to try this place! What's especially nice is on occasion you can get a table without a reservation- husband and I walked in on New Years eve and had no problem getting a table.
(5)Tom L.
We had a belated Valentines Day dinner here. Seated right away. Laura took good care of us. We had six oysters that were very good - cold and briny. We both had the hogfish and it was delicious! The Brussels Sprouts were a little tough. Service was attentive throughout the meal. Overall, a very nice dinner experience. Would definitely return.
(4)Matt B.
What a great little restaurant. If I were to buy one, this is exactly what I want in a location. Great downtown location across the street from the water....its a historic old building, beautiful bar, and is small and feels nostalgic. I love almost everything about this place, even the old squeaky floorboards. The food was amazing.....just take a look at the ahi tuna nachos in the photos and you will see this isn't your neighborhood greasy spoon. They care about the experience, the food, and they tantalize your tastebuds. I'll be back to visit again the next time I'm in Stuart. I saw at least 5 more things on the menu I must try!!
(5)Jay X.
What a let down. The positive: My date ordered the chicken and loved it. They don't skimp on the food for that dish. The negatives: -Slow service. There weren't many people there. -There was a gnat in my water after having it refilled. I ordered the salmon and rice, but the rice was UNDERCOOKED. It was hard and inedible. Very confusing. They ended up apologizing and provided a side of mashed potatoes as a gift. Sadly, the mashed potatoes were overly salted and cold in some spots due to being microwaved last minute and was again... inedible. I felt like someone was pranking me on a terrible restaurant reality show. They didn't even comp us for the inedible meal due to the rice which was a large portion of the dish. To sum up the dining experience: extremely disappointing.
(2)R. K.
Went to dinner with a large group of friends last night. The service was phenomenal and the food was good. Everything about my meal was paced just right. Our waitress did an awesome job and was extremely attentive. My Chicken Arbuzzi was very good and a large portion. The meals are pricey but for the service and quality, it's well worth it. Recommend this small but charming gem in downtown Stuart.
(4)Sara C.
Simply said everything was outstanding!!! Friendly attentive wait staff, fabulous Caesar salad and the most delicious Wild Salmon. My wife had the special which was Tile fish - which was also outstanding. Both entrees were cooked perfectly. Finish that off with a slice of Salted Caramel cheesecake and you can't ask for more. Highly recommended - best is Stuart!
(5)Donald M.
I could have gave it five stars! What a nice place we didn't have reservations but they fit us in. Service was fantastic Had the Caesar salad it was great I had the yellow tail snapper delicious not to heavy Shared some crab cakes nice crab not a lot of filling great. Desert had bread pudding shared with 3 fantastic
(5)Marqus R.
Eating at the Riverwalk Café & Oyster Bar is a real delight. However, though the good food may fatten you up, it's pricey enough to slim down your wallet, but to my mind well worth it. I started off with an appetizer of their "Oysters Rocka-feder" which consisted of six oysters topped with spinach, tarragon, gruyere cheese, Pernod and then I believe broiled. The really fresh oyster melded perfectly with the combination of ingredients and at $11.95 were, I thought, appropriately priced. Matter of fact I liked this appetizer so much, I then wanted to try another and ordered their "Spicy Cornmeal Encrusted Fried Oysters." On this dish they couldn't have done a better job as the cornmeal crust was crispy and firm while the inside oyster remained moist and deliciously flavorful. For their special of the day, they had a tortilla encrusted Hog Snapper ("lachnolaimus maximus" in case we need get technical), which just happens to be my favorite fish of the snapper family as well as one not commonly served in most restaurants. So of course I went for it and couldn't have been more delighted as the fish was obviously fresh as well as perfectly prepared. The tortilla crust lent a crispy to the bite exterior while the interior fish retained the moist delicate flavor of real hog snapper. Then, at $14.95, a bargain of a price not only for hog snapper but for any fish of this quality. Overall, I haven't a single hesitation in recommending the Riverwalk Café and giving it a solid Four Stars plus.
(4)Steve P.
Excellent shrimp salad wrap. Excellent tuna nachos. Very comfortable on the water . Great service. Cannot go wrong here. Cheers
(4)Austin W.
Excelent food and were very nice to me but it took for ever for the check to come but i will be back good thing i was not in a rush lol
(4)Matt C.
You have a wallet, you have a wallet?... Yeah, you've got a wallet... Bring It! $200 bucks for a couple dozen oysters, 1 app, couple glasses of wine, couple brews... No problem. What does money mean? Nothing. Money means nothing. If you have that mentality, than this is a good place for you. That said; its a terrific atmosphere, the bartender / hostess, all that, really good. The beers and wine - delicious. The oysters were simply top notch. If you feel flush with the C-notes in your wallet, go here and blow thru them.
(5)Greg B.
Amazing experience. Had an awesome meal and great service. Gluten-free free friendly and helpful. The specials were spectacular. Hog fish, grouper and they even made a special one gluten free. Romantic, small and cozy.
(5)Bob S.
Great spot for oysters and fish. Had some great northern oysters before a dinner of hogfish and conus. Both were well prepared. Even the asparagus was cooked well. Debbie our server was friendly and helpful.
(5)Gary R.
I decided to go here for dinner based on a quick Yelp search for "seafood" in Stuart, FL, during a business trip. Based on the good reviews, i decided to give it a shot. I'm glad I did. The interior of the restaurant is small and cozy, and two tables by the front window give a view of the water in the distance. I was immediately seated without reservations and quickly set about ordering. To start, I ordered the oysters Rockefeller (they call it "Rockefeder" for some reason) and a Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA. They only serve wine and beer here, in case you're interested in a martini with dinner - you won't get one. The oysters arrived piping hot and were superbly tasty. Two of the six oysters did have shell fragments in them, but the rest was so good I didn't really care much, to be honest. For my main I ordered the pan seared Atlantic scallops, which were served in a decadent beurre blanc over spinach next to a side of rice and steamed carrots, mushrooms, and snow peas. The scallops were prepared perfectly, and everything was rich, warm, and buttery. The only complaints I have about the dish were minor: There were some grains of sand in two of my scallops and the mushrooms in the stir fry mix were obviously canned. Again, it all tasted so good that the minor missteps didn't bother me much. An excellent slice of key lime pie wrapped up the meal. Service was quick and attentive. The whole meal with tip ran me about $80.I'd have given five stars (very rare for me) if it wasn't for the two very minor issues I noted above. Nice job, guys.
(4)Pauline C.
We went back along with some friends for an early dinner. They had the wine rep at the bar and after being seated, the owner offered our friend wine samplings on a few of their new selections! We ordered the oysters rockefellas which are amazing, and my husband and I both had a fish special, as did our friends. Everything was excellent!! Make reservations, it's small and usually booked, well worth the drive :)
(4)William S.
I do not get to downtown Stuart often so this lunch was a bit unexpected. Not only in experience but in fare as well. The food was excellent, a bit pricey, a bit not busy, a bit off the mark, but somehow ok. Maybe it was the company, which was awesome!!! We will return no doubt, but I am left wondering if the second time visiting will yield more fruit.
(4)Jean B.
Emeril came here for a reason...food here is always fantastic. I really want to keep it a secret, but feel guilty not sharing after two years of wonderful meals. It's cozy, great service, great wines and the chef here is the real deal. I love seeing the staff in kitchen looking out as people start their meals... Always lots of smiles and happy expressions from customers as they start eating. Everything here is delicious, but one "must"- ahi tuna nacho app... "Your welcome".
(5)Michael F.
I ate here tonight with my family and left disappointed. I ordered 1 dozen raw oysters (3 different kinds) for my appetizer which were good. My family had the crab cakes which they liked. But I ordered the North Atlantic Sea Scallops for my entree. For $26 I had 4 scallops, plain white rice and some vegetables. The sun-dried tomato/basil reduction was bland IMO. Not worth the money. And the specials were pricey enough ($25-$37). The price range per person of this restaurant needs to be $$$. Based on the price/portion size and lack of flavor of my dish I give Riverwalk 2 stars and won't rush to return.
(2)Kelly R.
We have been coming here for a couple of years and loved the oysters, fiocchi and tuna tacos. Loved, loved, loved them every time. But noticed that the hostess/manage never seemed to recognize us or say hello, and tonight was truly offended when we noticed our oysters were FROZEN (we literally chewed ice), and not only didn't get comped - despite the bartender taking two of a half dozen of them away - but also got a "denial" from the hostess or manager that they serve their oysters frozen. We didn't report it to be nasty or save money - we reported it to help save them from disappointing another customer. Truly offended and will never order oysters from this establishment again.
(1)Lauren B.
We enjoyed our lunch today at river walk. The mahi mahi tacos were excellent as was the po boy sandwich. The fish quality was top notch. I think a few more menu items would be nice but overall this was a solid seafood place. The oysters look exceptional as well. I would definitely go back if I were in the area again
(5)Dan M.
Everything we had was absolutely delicious. The service was great and the atmosphere was cozy. The only drawback was the bar only had beer and wine. It is the perfect setting for a crafty cocktail.
(5)Molly B.
If there's one place I want to eat when I'm in Stuart, it's here. The sweet potato fries, ahi tuna, oysters, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. A delicious wine list and draft beer selection makes this the perfect place to grab a drink and appetizers, or sit down for a meal.
(5)Ahiruno P.
No good. The food was extremely salty and service was extremely slow... We didn't even have our utensils until the first 2 dishes came around. Now... I have a feeling they were short stuffed that day... The 2 waitresses were manning the entire restaurant... No bus boys... No bartenders. 2 women show. They were pretty polite about it ...but we had to keep asking for like 4 times for water and bread... And the food isn't even good. So no thanks.. Not coming back.
(2)Chuck M.
Great inovative menu. crowded but the food makes it worth it. Make reservations well ahead if you can
(4)James H.
The Ahi Nachos, Crab Cakes and Po Boy were incredible. Nice small spot with great atmosphere and great beer. A must do if in the Stuart, FL area.
(5)Todd S.
Everything here was good. The fried oysters were fresh and perfect! Clams casino were done up very good! The filet mignon was excellent and cooked to perfection! Great food here.
(5)Marshall M.
Great oysters, nice setting, but the main courses are only ok. The deserts are great- especially the bread pudding! Wine selection has good cheap bottles, but nothing fancy. Great beers on tap.
(3)Patty S.
A gem in the midst of many restaurants downtown. Atmosphere is brimming with character, and the food and wait staff delivers beyond expectations. Absolutely delicious from beginning to end. Tip: the small salad portion is enough for two people. Ginger glazed salmon entree was to die for. Trying the duck next time in. They were gracious seating us early even w/out reservations ... reservations are suggested as the restaurant quickly fills up.
(5)Jay J.
This place is great. The seafood is amazing (scallops, ahi tacos), the service is friendly and there is a cool bar to the side with a good wine/beer selection. Not a big fan of Jensen Beach in general but this is a great place to go to if you're in the area.
(4)Kelley V.
Perfect food, perfect service!
(5)Jack S.
Big fan. Darn near 5-stars and would be if not for the noise level and the warm wine (red, but still...). Tuna Nachos! Is there anything more to say than that?? Actually there is...my wife had the caesar salad and then the Sea Scallops over linguine with a cream reduction sauce - wow, it was fantastic! The scallops were cooked perfectly and they were large and meaty and seasoned perfectly - awesome! I had the tuna nachos which were absolutely amazing and then I had a dozen oysters which were all generous in size and pretty good. We ordered a bottle of Pinot Noir which is normally served with a very slight chill (even 70 degrees would have been OK) but this bottle was a bit on the warm side and easily 75+ degrees. It is not a waterfront restaurant but rather near the water. The interior of the place is nice and a little cozy but gets noisy. So beyond it being a smaller place with brick interior which creates for plenty of noise when they're filled up, and the wine being warm, we had a very good experience and would definitely go back. This was a good date night restaurant. 1 $40 bottle, 1 salad, 1 appetizer, 2 entrees = just over $100
(4)William R.
Lobster quesadilla. WHAT! I wouldn't have thought so either. This is one of the tastiest things I have ever eaten and such a nice dining room. Creative fine dining with an amazing wine list. I cannot wait to become a local here.
(5)Kaiden W.
Wow, what a fantastic place! We went for the first time tonight. Food was excellent and the bartender Becky was fantastic. She was friendly, responsive and informative- everything one should be but sadly rare. We ordered the oysters Rockefeller, calamari and chicken- all excellent. Great, quaint atmosphere. We will be back.
(5)S B.
Oysters, tuna nachos, and short ribs! I've had the same meal here over 20 times, and I love it every time. Bring your own wine and it is the perfect evening.
(5)Susan G.
I love going downtown Stuart, especially by boat! Riverwalk Cafe is one of my favorite places to go! Quaint friendly atmosphere, great food & wine! Reminds me of New England only no shoveling! HA ;)
(5)Sandra C.
It's hard to find good oysters restaurant in our area, so we drove 1 hour to check this place out (after reading the previous reviews). It's a small cozy little restaurant and depending on how many customers are enjoying a great meal it can be a little noisy but well worth it. First we had the raw Louisiana oysters and raw clams which tasted fresh. Next we feasted on clam casino and oyster rocks feder-two savory dishes. Well worth the trip.
(5)Matt W.
I have been here multiple times for both lunch and dinner. This may be the best food in Stuart. The service is outstanding, and all the staff seem mature, competent, and they aim to please. Nice beers available. Delicious home-brewed iced tea. My favorite dish might be the tuna nachos - creative, well balanced, and nicely prepared.
(5)Dougie P.
Small. Quaint. Comfortable. Friendly. Delicious. Perfect. I agree with an earlier review... "let's keep it our little secret".
(5)Barbara A.
This place is one of the top restaurants in Martin county!! All oysters - all ways and the tuna nachos cannot be beat!!! Great wine list, cold cold beer!!!
(5)Paula H.
Nice, quiet and quaint describes this restaurant in downtown Stuart. The service was quick and personable- while the food was fresh and delicious. We had the fried oysters, mahi tacos and shrimp salad sandwich- all were great choices and the sweet potato waffle fries were amazing. Nice choice when in this area- location superb, however parking can be challenging during peak seasons.
(4)L H.
The absolute best. We had dinner last night and I cannot rave enough about this restaurant. Even the atmosphere was great, cozy, tables with white tablecloths, waitresses with big smiles eager to help.... And the food, out of this world. Not a cheap or fast meal. Classy with mouthwatering combinations of which only a very special chef would think. Everybody needs to have a meal here whether it be lunch or dinner. DON'T miss it!
(5)N B.
Really great restaurant. Cozy, comfortable ambiance, great service, excellent wine list and delicious food. What more would you want? Perhaps a full service bar, but once we saw the wine list this was quickly overlooked.
(5)J R.
Okay, okay. I confess: I may have purposefully not reviewed Riverwalk before now, but I couldn't help it. I am just a selfish foodie, and didn't want to share. I hate when a great restaurant is ruined by crowds of loud-mouth Yank tourists complaining and mispronouncing the word "conch." (Is the English language not spoken up there? It's conch as in honk, NOT conch as in launch. Jeez.) But if you promise to be cool, daddy-o, I'll tell you a secret. Riverwalk is the teets. It is small and intimate, and the best dining in downtown Stuart. And, like Cheers, everybody knows your name. Honestly, the food is probably four stars, but I give it 5-stars for their Blue Point and Kumamoto raw oysters, and cozy vibe. Their entrees are consistently delicious, and wine list is wonderful (but please get more champagne choices! A girl needs a Dom and Veuve in her life). Whether you come here for lunch with your grandma, or in your Jimmy Choos on a Saturday night, you will love it. But don't tell anyone I told you.
(5)Leon D.
Took the whole family here for dinner(seven of us). Made reservations for 7:45PM. The hostess sat us right away. This is a small place. They take their business seriously. The food was excellent. I had the fresh wahoo. yummy! My family had a variety and all was great. They only serve beer and wine, but a very wide selection. Highly recommend.
(4)Lynn S.
Cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. The food is outstanding, the waitstaff terrific and the chefs really know how to prepare food! We had several of the specials, the grouper and snapper as well as the seafood fra diavlo. I highly recommend the caramel apple bread pudding with vanilla bean ice cream. This was our second visit and it was outstanding both times. Great wine and a very lively place on a Friday night. It is small so if you desire a table rather that eating at the bar, which we loved, then I would suggest making a reservation. Don't miss this restaurant in Stuart. It is terrific.
(5)Eileen K.
My husband and I had dinner here with two other couples and had a great experience. It was my (and my husbands) first time dining here and will go back for sure. Our server, Debbie, was attentive without hovering. I ordered the scallops, which according to the menu would be served over linguine with a sun-dried tomato and basil cream sauce. I was pleasantly surprised when it arrived served with rice and steamed green beans and carrots (fresh of course). I asked and was told they hadn't switched from the summer menu yet. Not sure what that means but I much preferred the rice & veggies. Three people ordered the Hogfish, which I sampled and it was delish. My husband ordered Seafood Diavolo which he enjoyed. Tons of shrimp, calamari, mussels and scallops served over linguine with a nice tomato based sauce. We had a couple of bottles of wine and shared a slice of flour-free chocolate cake. Yum. I've read several reviews that mention that it's noisy but several tables with groups the size of ours were talking, laughing and having a great time. And the nice bar was full. This is noise I can enjoy! Great atmosphere, great food. I'll be back. And, oh by the way, Emeril Lagasse was at Riverwalk a couple of weeks ago!
(5)Foodie E.
Great drinks and food. Finally found a decent place to eat in Stuart. Homemade pastas, fresh oysters, great sauces. Best restaurant in Stuart.
(4)Joel W.
After reading the reviews I had high hopes, maybe too high. We were disappointed with the food quality and the service. It wasn't bad, however it wasn't any better that fair to good. We were seated quickly and our server came over right away a little harried. Quick to give us the specials. Bread was brought to the table, and it was nothing special. I normally grab a few pieces, I had no problem only taking one piece. After my wife ordered we were told that they ran out of that 20 minutes ago. It would have been nice to know that before she was set on what she wanted. Our appetizers came, way too much garlic in the Caesar salad, and there was no sear on my seared tuna. It was gray on the outside no sesame seeds as described by our waiter. The taste was ok but clearly it needed a hotter flame when it was seared. My wife's dinner also came with way too much garlic. My duck was average. Not crispy and a little chewy. All in all we did not get the product we expected. I would describe the service as attentive but not very friendly.
(3)Brian C.
Exceptional food. Pork chop was perfectly prepared, device was attentive, but not overdone. I only wish a full liquor license was in place.
(5)Panda U.
A great combination of a wine bar and restaurant. Meals come with fresh baked bread and garlic spread. Overall, excellent food and service!
(5)Ray R.
Best Clams Casino I ever had! Really top level wait staff.
(4)Ben N.
Great food and atmosphere.
(4)G. B.
Can't say enough good things about this little place. Small menu with a good variety. Daily specials menu board. Good oysters. Unique drink choices. Busy for lunch, so the service is a little slow at times, but they do take reservations. Check out their website for the menu. riverwalkcafeandoysterba…
(5)Jim G.
Eclectic choices. Great specials. Very good wine list. Imaginative cooking. A repeat, and an excellent choice for out of town visitors.
(4)Robert F.
Small, intimate, yet open atmosphere helped enormously by fine food, excellent service and seriously knowledgeable staff. This place requires reservations, and once you make it through the door and to a table, you'll know why (you can also eat at the bar without a res). If the two lady waiters are there, you will be impressed by their very strong teamwork as well as their helper, a young man who is apparently the owner's son. The food is serious: I had Cape Cod oysters that splashed sea water in my face they were so fresh, and a wonderfully smooth and piquant yellow taile snapper sauteed in the right combination of butter and spice. The crab cakes were seriously better than most places in Maryland. Despite a possible reputation as a fish house, the menu is predominantly cosmopolitan with many meat selections. The key lime pie is decadent. The wine list is very decent as well. You are not rushed, you are made to feel comfortable in a place where the tables are spread far enough apart to make the place seem larger. Quality joint, one of the two best we've been to in the area over the past five years.
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