River: A Waterfront Restaurant and Bar

Wethersfield, CT · Restaurant

Rating
4.1/5
★★★★☆ 4.1
Reviews
20
Rank in Wethersfield
#42
of 67 restaurants
City Percentile
32%
rating percentile
Address
River: A Waterfront Restaurant and Bar, 100 Great Meadow Rd, Wethersfield, CT 06109
Phone
(860) 852-6287
Website
riverontheriver.com
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM

River: A Waterfront Restaurant and Bar is a restaurant located in Wethersfield, CT. It is one of 67 restaurants listed in Wethersfield. Its 4.1-star rating is slightly below the Wethersfield city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About River: A Waterfront Restaurant and Bar

River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar is a 300-seat restaurant, featuring fabulously prepared Italian food, using only fresh, local meats, fish, and produce, and an outside deck right on the bank of the Connecticut River!

Hours

Saturday11 AM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★☆ 4.0 ANONYMOUS JK · Feb 2026

We really enjoyed our first visit to River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar. The vibe is amazing, and the drinks were excellent. The Pom Pom Martini and Apple Old Fashioned were both well balanced and perfect for the atmosphere. The food was clearly flavorful and thoughtfully prepared, but temperature was a bit of a letdown. The braised short rib and whipped gold potatoes were cold, though the flavors themselves were great. I also had the 28-day dry-aged Kansas City strip—the taste was bold and empowering, but the cook was uneven. That said, I would absolutely order it again. Appetizers were a standout. The crispy Gulf shrimp was incredible, and the bread rolls were to die for. Service made a big difference—Veronica was amazing: attentive, kind, and especially helpful since it was our fir

★★★★★ 5.0 Roy J. Fries · Feb 2026

The patio is a serene, open space that immediately sets a relaxed vibe. Every dish we tried was fresh and full of flavor. While it would be nice if small extras like bread were included, the experience more than made up for it. The soft music on a crisp fall afternoon created the perfect backdrop for our meal. Our server was attentive, genuinely kind, and even offered to snap photos of our group. Slightly tucked away and off the beaten path, this spot is a true hidden treasure.

★★★★★ 5.0 Mykella Carter · Dec 2025

We came here for our christmas family dinner. Our waitress was Kat. This was our first time here. The holiday vibe and atmosphere was great. The food, especially the small plates were good size to share amongst the group. My favorite was the braised short rib the gingerbread toffee cake i took home

★★★★★ 5.0 Stacy BarberBent · Oct 2025

Caryl was excellent. He had great knowledge of the food items and gave great feedback. I loved that he was passionate and enthusiastic about the food, restaurant and owners. He was very responsive, respectful and engaging. We have already told others to visit because it’s an experience and atmosphere!! Ardell the manger was also very nice.

★★★★★ 5.0 Jeremy Ryan · Sep 2025

Amazing food all around. Great view and atmosphere. Professional and friendly staff. Highly suggested for either a business meal or date night.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

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