River House Seafood

4.4

2623 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views

Locally owned and operated since 1982, our Head Chef Miss Gladys prepares Southern specialties to delight any palette. While you're here, enjoy the historic waterfront and a tall glass of liquid history: Chatham Artillery Punch."

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Mon, Fri–Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(912) 234-1900
Website
https://www.savannahriverhouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Gladys Young
Catering
We are happy to offer group menus for in house events and to-go orders however we do not offer catering at this time.
Private party facilities
Private and Semi-Private arrangements are available based on your group size and accommodation needs.

Location
125 W River St, Savannah, GA 31401
Neighborhood
Historic District - North
Cross street
Barnard Street Ramp
Parking details
There is a parking lot in front of our restaurant, as well as parking on the ramp beside our building. There are also parking garages within walking distance.
Public transit
Conveniently located on Savannah, Georgia"s Historic River Street. A short walking distance from major bus routes, taxi accessible and a stop on Savannah’s fare-free Downtown Transportation system. (DOT)
Entertainment
Live entertainment Thursday through Sunday from 6:00pm until 9:00pm
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine

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Popular dishes

Fried Green Tomatoes$11.00
Breaded and fried to perfection, served with goat cheese, house made Vidalia onion relish, and sriracha remoulade
Pan Seared Scallops$16.00
Served with steamed spinach, crispy bacon, roasted shallots, and drizzled with peppered lemon butter sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$16.00
Native blue crab, seasoned and combined with a touch of panko breading served with sriracha remoulade and lemon dill aioli
Crispy Calamari$16.00
Served with lemon, pepperoncini, and a lemon dill aioli for dipping
Local Blue Crab Dip$14.00
Blue crab folded into a parmesan cream, crusted with bread crumbs, topped with green onion, and served with house made flour tortilla chips
Cornbread Oysters$15.00
Topped with crabmeat, chives and cornbread dressing, drizzled with a bacon mignonette sauce
Pretzel & Beer Cheese$13.00
Warmed pretzel served with house made pimento, beer cheese dip
Escargot$15.00
Placed in garlic butter and paired with sun-dried tomatoes, served with crispy French bread on the side

Sandwiches

Served with your choice of fries, slaw, or house chips

River House Prime Beef Burger$16.00
Half pound burger, served on a toasted roll with lettuce, tomato, onion and your choice of cheddar, blue cheese or Swiss
Corvina Fish Taco$17.00
A white fish filet, blackened and topped with pico de gallo, lettuce, and avocado, placed in a flour tortilla
Mahi Sandwich$16.00
Grilled mahi filet topped with lemon dill aioli, lettuce and tomato on a toasted bun
Flounder Sandwich$16.00
Prepared blackened, grilled, or fried. Served on a roll with lettuce, tomato and remoulade sauce
Fresh Fried Po' Boy$16.00
Lightly fried fresh shrimp OR oysters on a hoagie roll, served with lettuce, tomato, and spicy sriracha remoulade
Lobster & Shrimp Roll$14.00
Lobster meat and shrimp tossed with diced celery, green onion and mayo, served on a toasted roll with potato chips
- One$14.00
- Two$19.00
Pepper Jelly Chicken Sandwich$15.00
Southern fried chicken breast, pepper jelly, avocado, lettuce, and tomato on a toasted bun
Fried Green Tomato Sliders$12.00
Bacon, lettuce and deep fried green tomatoes on toasted slider buns with avocado and pickled onion spread

Soups & Salads

Salad additions: Chicken $6, Shrimp $7, Mahi $10, Crab Cake $12, Filet $12

Lobster & Lump Crab Bisque$7.00
Our smooth and creamy signature bisque seasoned with a blend of coastal flavors and a touch of sherry
- Cup$7.00
- Bowl$10.00
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup$10.00
Butternut squash roasted and simmered in chicken stock, with onion, peppers and carrots, garnished with goat cheese, chives and crouton
French Onion Soup$10.00
Topped with sour dough bread, melted cave-aged gruyere
Iceberg Wedge$10.00
A crisp wedge of iceberg lettuce topped with blue cheese crumbles, bacon, tomatoes with house made blue cheese dressing
Famous Regency Salad$12.00
A romaine and iceberg blend with parmesan cheese, scallions, bacon, and house made croutons
Harvest Salad$15.00
Apples tossed with arugula, River Street Sweets glazed pecans, red onion, goat cheese and lemon-strawberry vinaigrette
Purple Crab Salad$22.00
Our lump crab cake atop fresh spinach, with roasted beets, goat cheese, red onions, yellow peppers and glazed pecans with balsamic vinaigrette

Fried Seafood

Jumbo Fried Shrimp Platter$23.00
Hand battered and served with sour cream & chives fries, house-made coleslaw, cocktail and tartar sauce
Crispy Fried Catfish$23.00
Hand battered and served over shrimp and andouille creole sauce with our Lowcountry cornbread
Corn Dusted Lobster Ravioli$28.00
Pan fried and served over shrimp and garlic butter cream sauce, grilled asparagus, and micro basil to garnish

Entrees

Entree Additions: Jumbo shrimp $9, oscar $12, crab cake $14, lobster tail $16

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$35.00
Two of our native blue crab cake accompanied by a lemon dill aioli, and sriracha remoulade. Served with a side of mashed potatoes and sauteed asparagus
Shrimp & Grits$26.00
A local favorite prepared with blackened shrimp, country ham and slow roasted tomatoes paired with a butter reduction sauce, and served over parmesan grits
Pecan Bourbon Salmon*$28.00
Salmon filet crusted in bourbon glazed pecans, grilled to perfection and served with mashed sweet potatoes and southern style collard greens
Iron Skillet Blackened Mahi$28.00
Fresh caught, seasoned and seared on a hot iron skillet then served with a savory and sweet pineapple tomato salsa, accompanied by an herbed orzo
Grouper Oscar$30.00
Fresh grouper prepared with native blue crab meat and asparagus over mashed potatoes and accompanied with a rich béarnaise sauce
Shrimp & Scallop Pasta$30.00
Fresh shrimp and scallops, pan seared and placed atop fresh fettuccine in a flavorful parmesan and white wine herb sauce
Blackened Flounder$30.00
Pan blackened flounder filet, topped with sauteed crabmeat and chives on a bed of creamy goat cheese risotto with spinach and mushrooms
Seafood Mac & Cheese$26.00
Fresh shrimp and crabmeat baked into a creamy cheddar cheese macaroni, topped with a panko blend and served with steamed broccoli on the side
Southern Fried Chicken$24.00
Springer mountain buttermilk dipped fried boneless chicken breast, served with a helping of mac 'n cheese, and southern style collard greens
Glazed Pork Chop$26.00
Glazed with pepper jelly and grilled. Served over roasted potatoes, green beans, and roasted baby carrots. Garnished with fresh rosemary
Grilled Chicken Breast$24.00
Crowned with mushrooms, cream, shallots and sundried tomato sauce. Served on a bed of red roasted potatoes and asparagus. garnished with fried capers
NY Strip*$40.00
12oz. New York strip grilled. Topped with au poivre sauce. Served with a side of mashed potatoes and steamed asparagus
Filet Mignon*$40.00
6oz. filet mignon grilled. Topped with a Madeira sauce. Served with a helping of mashed potatoes and sautéed haricot verts
Catch of the Day$0.00
A fresh caught local fish prepared with our chef 's expertise, ask your server for today's feature and accompaniment
- MKT Price$0.00

Sides á la Carte

Mashed Potato$6.00
- Standard$6.00
Grits$6.00
- Standard$6.00
Haricot Vert$6.00
- Standard$6.00
Broccoli$6.00
- Standard$6.00
Mashed Sweet Potato$6.00
- Standard$6.00
French Fries$6.00
- Standard$6.00
Collard Greens$6.00
- Standard$6.00
Asparagus$6.00
- Standard$6.00
Mac N' Cheese$6.00
- Standard$6.00

What 2,623 people are saying

River House Seafood reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Coastal Georgia
Great for scenic views
Savannah
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

River House Seafood offers a delightful dining experience with a "phenomenal staff" and "great service." Guests rave about its "excellent seafood" and the "lobster and crab bisque" as a standout. The restaurant's charming location on River Street provides a "great view of the river." Perfect for those seeking a memorable meal in Savannah.

2,623 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Tampa1 review
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Wouldn’t be my top choice Crab cakes were not good and sent back The waitress was very helpful though !!
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Karin
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was "St. Practice Day" vs St Patrick's Day and so there were a lot of pub crawlers but still, the noise eating outside was not bad at all. And it's such great ambiance looking the river. I had Grouper Oscar and the fish was perfect. The asparagus was overcooked but no big deal. A little crab on top was tasty. I asked for grits instead of mashed potatoes and they accommodated. Praline cheesecake was very good. Super nice dinner. Our waitress was very friendly and came by often. The host got us seated outside which we appreciated. We would go back again!
River House SeafoodResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for your great review! We're glad you enjoyed the festive atmosphere and the beautiful riverfront setting. It’s wonderful to hear that the Grouper Oscar and praline cheesecake hit the spot, and we appreciate your feedback on the asparagus. Our team is always happy to accommodate, and we’re thrilled your server and host made your experience even better. We’d love to have you back again next time you're in town!
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Jacquie
Philadelphia3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time and our food was excellent except for my husband’s blackened tune. He said it was very under seasoned. Really wasn’t blackened. The rest of our meals were great!
River House SeafoodResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for your review! We're glad you had a great time and enjoyed most of your meal. We appreciate the feedback on the blackened tuna and will share it with our kitchen team to ensure better seasoning and consistency. Hope to see you again for another great meal!
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Frank
Charleston14 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and service were excellent. I enjoyed the blackened flounder, and my wife had the crispy fried catfish, both of which were excellent. The only complaint we had at all about the food was that the desserts were very small portions. The noise level of the restaurant was a little excessive in general. However, they had a live performance by a violinist that was very enjoyable.
River House SeafoodResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the blackened flounder and crispy fried catfish, as well as the excellent service. We appreciate your feedback on the dessert portions and the noise level, and we’re happy to hear you enjoyed the live violin performance. Hope to have you back for another great meal soon!
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Maurie
Cleveland10 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful lunch! We started with a Bloody Mary and a peach margarita along with our crab cake! Lunch was a lobster/shrimp roll and fried shrimp platter. Good and drinks were excellent! Our server, Carly was fun, helpful and efficient! Would definitely go again when in Savannah!
River House SeafoodResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your lunch, from the cocktails to the crab cake and seafood dishes. Carly will be thrilled to hear she made your experience even better. We look forward to welcoming you back next time you're in Savannah!
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David
Charlotte6 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was mediocre. We both had fish dishes and the fish was overcooked and very dry. One dish came with tortellini and it was tasteless. I gave the meal a 3 because I didn’t want to give it a one, but it deserved a one.
River House SeafoodResponded 6 days ago
We're sorry to hear that your meal didn’t meet expectations. Overcooked fish and bland pasta are not what we strive for, and we appreciate your honest feedback. We’ll share your comments with our kitchen team to improve the quality and consistency of our dishes. Thank you for giving us a try.
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Linda
Cincinnati2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food! I had the lobster ravioli and my friend had the bourbon-pecan salmon. Both were delicious. Amber was our server and provided excellent service. I’ll eat here when I’m back in Savannah again.
River House SeafoodResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for the great review! We're so glad you enjoyed the lobster ravioli and bourbon-pecan salmon. Amber will be thrilled to hear she made your experience even better. We look forward to welcoming you back next time you're in Savannah!
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Macky VIP
Jacksonville12 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for lunch. Very cozy setup and excellent food. Also the staff was wonderful We will definitely go back.
River House SeafoodResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the cozy atmosphere, excellent food, and wonderful staff. We look forward to having you back again soon!
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ChefBob VIP
Coastal Georgia98 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant offering a great seafood menu. Top notch service. Drinks are good , but a little pricey. Service was outstanding. Located on River street on ground floor of Hilton Cotton Sail hotel. Food prices are reasonable, deserts outstanding. Great bar scene.
River House SeafoodResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed our menu, outstanding service, and delicious desserts. We appreciate your feedback on the drink prices and are happy to hear you had a great experience overall. Hope to see you again soon on River Street!
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Lisa
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every aspect of our meal at the River House restaurant was wonderful. My husband had the fried green tomatoes and the crab cakes, I had the pecan bourbon salmon. We were both very pleased with our choices. Despite all the restaurant choices in Savannah, we’ll definitely return to River House again (and again)!
River House SeafoodResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you and your husband enjoyed your meal, especially the fried green tomatoes, crab cakes, and pecan bourbon salmon. With so many great dining options in Savannah, we truly appreciate your decision to return to River House. We look forward to welcoming you back again (and again)!
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FAQs

River House Seafood offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (912) 234-1900.

River House Seafood is rated 4.4 stars by 2623 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

125 W River St, Savannah, GA 31401

Additional information

Cross street
Barnard Street Ramp
Neighborhood
Historic District - North
Hours of operation
Mon, Fri–Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is a parking lot in front of our restaurant, as well as parking on the ramp beside our building. There are also parking garages within walking distance.
Public transit
Conveniently located on Savannah, Georgia"s Historic River Street. A short walking distance from major bus routes, taxi accessible and a stop on Savannah’s fare-free Downtown Transportation system. (DOT)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Gladys Young
Entertainment
Live entertainment Thursday through Sunday from 6:00pm until 9:00pm
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine

Website
https://www.savannahriverhouse.com/
Phone number
(912) 234-1900
Catering
We are happy to offer group menus for in house events and to-go orders however we do not offer catering at this time.
Private party facilities
Private and Semi-Private arrangements are available based on your group size and accommodation needs.

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River House Seafood

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

35 Savannah Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Grouper Oscar

Corn Dusted Lobster Ravioli

Fried Green Tomato Sliders

Appetizers

Fried Green Tomatoes$11.00

Pan Seared Scallops$16.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$16.00

Crispy Calamari$16.00

Local Blue Crab Dip$14.00

Cornbread Oysters$15.00

Pretzel & Beer Cheese$13.00

Escargot$15.00

Sandwiches

River House Prime Beef Burger$16.00

Corvina Fish Taco$17.00

Mahi Sandwich$16.00

Flounder Sandwich$16.00

Fresh Fried Po' Boy$16.00

Lobster & Shrimp Roll$14.00

Pepper Jelly Chicken Sandwich$15.00

Fried Green Tomato Sliders$12.00

Soups & Salads

Lobster & Lump Crab Bisque$7.00

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup$10.00

French Onion Soup$10.00

Iceberg Wedge$10.00

Famous Regency Salad$12.00

Harvest Salad$15.00

Purple Crab Salad$22.00

Fried Seafood

Jumbo Fried Shrimp Platter$23.00

Crispy Fried Catfish$23.00

Corn Dusted Lobster Ravioli$28.00

Entrees

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$35.00

Shrimp & Grits$26.00

Pecan Bourbon Salmon*$28.00

Iron Skillet Blackened Mahi$28.00

Grouper Oscar$30.00

Shrimp & Scallop Pasta$30.00

Blackened Flounder$30.00

Seafood Mac & Cheese$26.00

Southern Fried Chicken$24.00

Glazed Pork Chop$26.00

Grilled Chicken Breast$24.00

NY Strip*$40.00

Filet Mignon*$40.00

Catch of the Day$0.00

Sides á la Carte

Mashed Potato$6.00

Grits$6.00

Haricot Vert$6.00

Broccoli$6.00

Mashed Sweet Potato$6.00

French Fries$6.00

Collard Greens$6.00

Asparagus$6.00

Mac N' Cheese$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

Does River House Seafood offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is River House Seafood restaurant rated?

Is River House Seafood currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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