The Bistro At The River

We hosted a baby shower at The Bistro at the River and it was absolutely outstanding. From the moment we booked, the entire experience was smooth, warm, and so easy to navigate. The staff were incredible… attentive, kind, and genuinely invested in making sure everything went perfectly. The space itself is beautiful and created the perfect atmosphere for our event. And the food… phenomenal. Guests are still talking about how delicious everything was. Several people even mentioned they’re considering hosting their own events here after seeing how beautifully the day turned out. Thank you to Rob and the entire team for helping make such a special day truly unforgettable. Highly, highly recommend.

Great views from the patio. Such a nice setting to have a meal. The appetizers were great. We had the Poutine and Spinach Dip. Both delicious. That is where it ended. Our meals did not taste good at all. The chicken was dry and the garlic knots were dry with no garlics. Stick with appetizers and you should okay. Maybe we caught them on a bad night.

Cute location Good view Paid Parking just outside the restaurant Our waitress was very friendly ! But very slow service. (Seemed understaffed.) Over nearly 2 hours before our food came out. 3/4 dishes we ordered were good! However the pizza was very wet soggy and was sent back to the kitchen.

My favorite spot on the water!!! Couldn't have a more convenient location. The service is pretty consistent over the years. Glad I can enjoy the same menu because it is good and makes come back every time. The food is usually more like a snack than a dinner but tried their perch dinner and it was OK. I feel so relaxed when I go, no matter the season. It's my hidden place, best views to Detroit skyline, still affordable, better service than the Keg around the corner. I hope it stays open for many years to come.

The food and ambiance were fantastic. I rated the service four stars only because it was slower than anticipated, maybe short staffed during lunch hours. Overall, it's a wonderful restaurant to enjoy, with both indoor and outdoor seating available.