Boathouse At The Riverside

Ella was the friendliest and most attentive server I’ve ever had. She was patient with our indecisiveness and made great menu suggestions. You could easily tell she enjoys her job and knows the restaurant well. She made my partner’s birthday dinner very special by offering to take pictures of us and bringing out a surprise cake at the perfect timing despite it being a busy Saturday evening. She held great conversation and was very kind and welcoming. We would absolutely come back, and thank you Ella for making the night so special! You deserve all the recognition for the heart and effort you put into your guests and their experience. Wishing you the best! The food was amazing- we had the potato dippers for an appetizer and the flatbread and lemon pepper chicken for entrees. The chocolate cake and cocktails were also phenomenal! When I made the reservation earlier in the month- the host I spoke to was also extremely kind, patient, and went out of her way to accomodate us. We go to a lot of restaurants and have experience in the customer service/food world, and we were both thoroughly impressed all around with the way this restaurant exceeded all our expectations. We will be back!

This was our first stop in Ft Lauderdale. We were starving when we got off the plane and the reviews for Boathouse were all positive so we decided to check it out. I’m so glad we did! The shrimp scampi pasta was delicious. The night’s menu featured a steak and shrimp duo and it was also incredibly good. The steak was butter soft and the shrimp had a nice grill char to it that was *chef’s kiss*. Our waitress was amazing and added so much to our experience. A nice dinner right on the water was the perfect start to our trip! Check out Boathouse at the Riverside! You won’t be disappointed.

Beautiful spot right on the New River, just steps from Las Olas - perfect for enjoying the view and watching the boats go by. The atmosphere is amazing, but the food didn’t live up to it. The gazpacho on the menu wasn’t available, and the prosciutto flatbread was pretty blah, topped with some very sad baby arugula. The mussels we good with tasty sauce, but I wish the bread was fresher. Big miss on the food, but the location still makes it a nice place to sit and chill.

Had this place on my list of places to visit. It helps to make a reservation, they can get fairly full in the high season or when the boat show is in town. Well worth the wait, the atmosphere was is very chill and laid back. Sits on the canal next to a private swimming pool and is part of a boutique hotel. I took a group of coworkers and everybody was super happy. Food was delicious, servers were nice and attentive. Definitely have to go back and try some more of the menu.

Excellent brunch. We had some time before our flight home so stopped in for brunch! We heard great things and this place did not disappoint. The atmosphere,location, and staff are great!

Great find in Fort Lauderdale tucked away along the intercoastal. Nice ambiance. We sat outside on the dock area, and it was lovely to see the boats going by while sipping on drinks and eating. My only complaint was that our server wasn't attentive as many of the other wait staff were. I used to own a restaurant and understand the amount of work a server does. However, he was quick to take our order, and that was the end of that. Luckily, other servers accommodated us in between. The food was great!

We came hungry and ordered from appetizers to dessert and it was amazing. Dom who served us was an expert in his field, always checking on us, our water glasses were always full, need this for a warm Florida evening, whenever he came to our table, he was always smiling, chatted a little about the place and the food, we felt no rush at all. We ordered a wine bottle which to my surprise was good. Made reservations to sit at the dock, would suggest that you should as that area didn't have an empty table. Prices were ok for the area ,to my surprise. Service charge was not included in our receipt, which I had read in a previous review that it was but we tipped accordingly.

We came to boathouse maybe an hour or two before close and got a great table. Our drinks were great and the salmon was top tier. Some of the other dishes were alright but it was great here. I’d come back but be ready to pay a lot for a good time

This place is "loner diner whose humid hair looks like she's been electrocuted friendly". Was in town for a work retreat but the first night I was on my own. I had walked a little around the riverfront. Glad I found this place. Great service at the bar. Enjoyed my wings and salad. Ate half order of wings there half in my hotel room the next day. Also good cold :) Would come back

Pricey for the lack of creativity of the dishes. We were a group of eight (8) and not one dish was something to note. Felt like it was a pre-packaged food delivery place. Nice server. Good opportunity for a view, but the railings were at a bad height. Maybe there are eight dishes on the menu that are different.

Spectacular views right on the bay! Fun environment. We went for happy hour but we did make a reservation. We tried a few food items and weren't blown away but drinks on happy hour were 50%! Would recommend for an afternoon/post work happy hour but probably not full dinner.

Came in for happy hour on a weekday, all the bar seats were taken but they offer happy hour at the tables as well and we were able to get a nice view of the water. We shared a hummus appetizer, steak salad and mahi sandwich, all of which were very good. The fish was fresh as the server had mentioned. Our server, Paige, was also very sweet and gave us her recommendations from the menu. Overall a good experience and would come back.

Very pleasant and casual atmosphere with nice views of the New River. Food and service were great. However, all seating is in an outdoor setting, so dress appropriately. In addition to tables located on the deck under a roof, they have a few tables with umbrellas right next to the river. Nice place for a drink and grabbing a bite.

Went to Brunch and we were kinda disappointed. I hadn't been here in a few years and the quality & service have significantly dropped. My friend's drinks were awful; brunch special Margarita and another ordered the watermelon margarita. Both were not good at all. So much so, I passed on any drinks; the Diet Coke I ordered was flat. We all ordered the French toast and it was okay. Oh with the exception of one of our friends who ordered the bkfst meal; o can't recall the name and she said it was okay. The food temp was not as I prefer. However, I did not like our server; he seemed to rush us and was flat. At times, even appeared a bit rude. I def won't be coming back. I usually go to AMSO across the street and they never disappoint. Lastly, I had also ordered their bkfst potato sides that were yummy and a great size for $5. The view was nice and fun :)

We got a gift card for this restaurant and so off we went. There is public parking nearby at about $3 an hour. I was told that I needed reservations or the wait could average 45 minutes. But when we got there for our 7 p.m. reservation on a Monday evening I waited while they seated two couples who did not have reservations. The best thing about his place is the waterfront dining. Although we made reservations for the dining room (and not the dock), there is no inside dining. All dining is outside. Albeit the dining room has a covered roof with the sides open (there were awnings that could be drawn down if it rained or if the sun were really hot). There is dock seating with no roof. On a cool evening the view was pleasant and the breeze was welcomed. I shudder to think what it would be like on a hot day, but they had lots of ceiling fans and what looked like other special fans to cool off the area. While the server, Traci, was pleasant. There was very little interaction or conversation between her and us. She took our order, picked up plates, brought the necessary items, refilled the water, and brought our check. The best thing we ate was the coconut lime snapper ceviche. The sauce was delicious and even after finishing the fish (which could have been cut into thinner slices instead of chunks, so they could absorb the ceviche sauce more), we poured the sauce onto our chips so we could eat it all. The Key West conch fritters were bready and had a spice I could not pinpoint that gave it an unusual (not good) taste. We had the mahi fish sandwich and the mahi tacos. Everything seemed to be accompanied by pickled onions and a pico de gallo/cilantro sauce. The homemade potato chips that came with the sandwich were OK. But we ordered a side of fries (only $3) that were crisp and delicious and a much better side dish. They had a special banana bread-bread pudding that we shared. It was a small portion for $14 and way too sweet for me. Dinner for two with two appetizers, two small entrees, and one dessert with tax and tip was $106. Our $50 gift card covered a large portion.

Besides the almost 2 hr wait the experience was good. The food and service was up to par with the location. We parked our boat and due to an unusual amount of large groups on a weekday night, we were not seated within a reasonable time due to lack of wait staff. Reservations absolutely recommended.

Came here with my friends for lunch. We were super lucky & got to sit right by the water which was beautiful! My friend and I shared the crab cake which was a little pricey for it just being one small crab cake but it was delicious & presentation was nice. We also shared a Cuban sandwich which was good too but had no pickles, which was strange to me. Our waiter was nice too. I would like to come back & try something else other than a sandwich next time.

The food here was FABULOUS! We started off with the Brussel Sprouts (4/5) and I had the prosciutto arugula flatbread with chicken (5/5) for my entree. The beer selection is great too! Love me some Sour Monkeys. The service was a bit slow, I don't know if the staff was over worked but it took a while to get served. The staff were all very nice and courteous. We were sat outside, the ambiance was sooo nice!! It's such a great spot and perfect for a date night.

Very nice decor, right by the river. We sat outside but the only downside was that the music from the speakers above was far too loud for our business meeting. Our sever was really good, getting everything we needed and explaining items on the menu throughly. I had the steak salad and it was a large portion and very fresh; a good amount of thick steak as well.

Riverfront restaurant associated with the Riverside hotel. Mid-casual (wouldn't roll up in basketball shorts, but no need to be dressed to the nines) vibe with a riverwalk-type decor. One of the more reasonably priced restaurants on las olas with a seafood heavy selection. We went here on a Saturday evening to celebrate an anniversary, and our reservation indicated that. Our server was pleasant and helpful, though we did get our main course before we finished our appetizer (like halfway through appetizer) and our initial order/water took 15 minutes. This was a busy evening so no big deal. Food is great, pictured below. The Brussel sprout appetizer is a must have. Wine selection is slightly limited compared to other restaurants. Overall great priced restaurant for any occasion.

Food was great and the view was awesome. Loved to watch the boats go by. Note: the entire restaurant is open, meaning no air conditioning. They do a good job with ceiling fans, but it is definitely warm on a hot day.

Boathouse exceeded expectations with its delightful dining experience. The standout maple glazed salmon was truly amazing, though a minor hiccup with stale chips was quickly resolved by the attentive staff, who replaced them with hot fries. The outdoor seating offered a charming view of the water and boats, enhancing the overall atmosphere. The service was commendable, with staff promptly addressing concerns and contributing to a pleasant experience. The reasonable pricing, diverse menu, and impressive drink selection added to the positive visit. Boathouse is highly recommended for those seeking quality food, great service, and a scenic setting

I've been here a few times. I love the atmosphere and views. I sit at the bar and have always been welcomed and had friendly and helpful bartenders. The food I've had has been pretty good. I tried the flatbread once and also had the spicy chicken pasta which was delicious and not too spicy since I cannot handle spice. The cocktails weren't my favorite but they have nice wine. Great happy hour and nice people around.

This waterfront restaurant located behind the Riverside Hotel on Las Olas in Fort Lauderdale. They have a great happy hour Monday to Friday from 4-6:30 with 50% off drinks and $4 and $6 appetizers. The bar was packed and it took awhile to order. We had a Blue Moon beer $3.50, Tequila Sunrise $5, and the Bang Bang Shrimp $6. Not like the ones at Bonefish. The view of the river is so nice and a great atmosphere.

Ok. Checked this place out again. Sat at the beautiful intracoastal front patio bar and never got a greeting from the sole bartender and one helper. I requested service from him after 7 minutes and he stated its gonna be five minutes since he had to make two drinks to other patrons. Well, the bar was busy but then hire another bartender I thought, so based on his response we all left to another bar for food and cocktails around the corner. I was extremely surprised and embarrased since I brought others with us to this prime location. Its a management issue not a bartender issue. Anyways, I must downgrade to 2.5 stars and the half star was for the view. (Lowest score ever given)

Just love this place in downtown Ft lauderdale, full of magic and charm. By the new river, among trees and vegetation to enjoy a fresh breeze while sightseeing the boats to pass by. The bar is open and inviting to start a conversation, full menu and craft cocktails made to order, special happy hour prices on selected items weekdays make it better. The apps are tasty and diverse, Bacon Wrapped Dates, Buffalo Cauliflower, Roasted Beet Salad among my favorite to try (vegan) But if you are more carnivorous go with the burger (sliders) Also their flatbread is a nice option This place is just behind the hotel and makes an interesting quick tour while passing by the lobby towards the back and find the place across the back street. Parking available on the street or nearby lot Easy breezy

Happy hour 4-6:30 Monday-Friday! I went for happy hour with some friends and we were able to sit right on the dock. Being next to the water with umbrellas for shade made for the perfect ambience. The service was quick and friendly. Drinks are half off during happy hour and they have a happy hour menu for food too. There is valet parking out front or you can self park for a fee with pay by phone parking. Without the happy hour this place can be pricey but overall would recommend for a happy hour spot!

Whenever I have friends or family visiting, I take them to the Boathouse. They are conveniently located behind the Riverside Hotel and have a great weekday happy hour along with amazing views of the water. The food is also very good and the waiters are very attentive, even when it is busy! I usually come for the happy hour and get appetizers to start while I wait for the sunset.

We headed in here during happy hour time for a snack. Stumbled upon it via yelp. The views are amazing and the ambiance was perfect for happy hour! Overlooking the water you can't lose. Our server was perfect friendly and happy going. She made drink suggestions for the mango margarita and it was AMAZING! Fresh mango pulp! So delicious! We ordered several items to share off the happy hour menu and they were all delicious! Buffalo Cauliflower, Chicken Wings, flatbread, and a few more! I forgot to take photos because we were so hungry we inhaled our food. My one year old grandson ate everything we put on his plate too. I'm ready to go back and try more items anytime! Highly recommend this place. We were concerned we would be underdressed coming from the beach but we felt ok! We had casual outfits on over our bathing suits.

Nice little spot off the beaten path from Las Olas. Right behind the New River Hotel. Food was fresh & well seasoned. All the flavors went well with each item we picked. Wish that the past plate was a little more generous with the pasta side of things because there was a ton of sauce at the bottom for another nice heaping serving! The mussels also had a nice base that could be turned into a brother soup on its own. Their Honey Old Fashion was spectacular, but their bottle of Moscato as a refresher was a 375ML vs. 750ML, so it's not totally worth getting. Service was nice but at times a bit slow. However, given that it was St. Patrick's Day weekend it is to be expected. Overall, I enjoyed the outside sitting area by the river. A very touristic experience for us local.

The boathouse is a wonderful place to take visitors with a wonderful view of the new river and yachts, moving up and down the waterway. The light fare is very good, excellent sandwiches, and salads. I've had all, and I've never been disappointed. Service needs help. The wait staff is, at best impatient, borderline surly and the headwaiter was about to melt down when we walked in.

Amazing service ! Amazing food and wonderful and beautiful outside. Loved the area it's located in the parking is a little confusing so just park in the garage take elevator down to hotel lobby and walk outside to cross over to restaurant across the street. Husband came once before for work and he loved it so much decided to bring us back for dinner,and he is super picky on locations too! Have to agree on him on this one it was excellent!! Burgers are great here they come with home made chips ! Muscles !! To die for ! They are in a bowl of red garlic broth. Hawaiian Ribeye - husband had ! He loved it !! It was a huge hit in his books !! Mango swordfish left me wanting more! So good!!

3/11/2024-5:15pm Happy Hour My new favorite waterfront restaurant in Fort Lauderdale! The views, the food, the amazing staff, the attentive service and the vibe are all 5 Star! I came from Palm Beach to see Dave Mason in concert at the Parker and I love the Riverside Hotel! My research on great Happy Hours on Las Olas brought me to the Boathouse! After living in Lauderdale by the Sea for so many years I had never been to the Boathouse! So glad I finally did.. I will never stray! Sat at the bar which still gives you a view of gliding yachts going by.. a lively vibe enhanced by 2 amazing bartenders! Wow! Busy, yet still attentive and welcoming! Gabriel and Jean-Marc moved in sync to a very fast paced crowd! Never leaving anyone without a drink or food! I honestly don't know how they did it! It was happy hour and look at my pictures for their happy hour menus and prices! I ordered the Smugglers Old Fashion which was absolutely delicious and half price at HH! Like I said the best HH on Las Olas and maybe even Fort Lauderdale! I ordered the Fried Cheese Curds with Hot Honey! Yes, anything soaked with hot honey will be delicious but they were definitely over fried and hard as a rock. With that said I wouldn't order again but they were still yummy and yes I ate all of them.. they were a huge portion too. I did see the burger slider and the shrimp hh dishes and will definitely order them next visit. All of the dishes coming out of the kitchen looked delicious! I can't wait to come back! I'm scheduled to stay at The Riverside Hotel 2 or 3 times in the next 6 months.. their menu offers something for every taste and diet at very affordable prices! I highly recommend and can't wait to come back!!

Great spot right on the water with a good happy hour. Small bites are $5-7 Monday through Friday from 4-6:30. Drinks, well, wine and beer are 50% off during happy hour. The bar gets packed for happy hour, but if you're lucky enough, definitely get a seat there to enjoy the atmosphere. The food came out pretty quickly for a busy happy hour. I only enjoyed happy hour food and drink, but the regular menu items sounded good. A little bit pricey outside of happy hour. However, you definitely have to consider the location. It is located at a hotel, so there are a lot of tourists, but locals also enjoy this spot.

We were a large group of 12 who always get together here for our reunions. We sit on the patio overlooking the intracoastal with all the yachts and boats sailing by. It's quite relaxing and enjoyable. We came for brunch. When it's a large group they should assign a couple of waiters to us but unfortunately there was only one. So it took a lot of time to get what we needed to enjoy our food. I had a delicious salad with shrimp and a cup of coffee. Others wanted refills of coffee and there was an extra charge. We still love it here and it's convenient for all of us to meet so we hope we will continue our tradition here

Came here with my boyfriend, and godparents on a Monday evening, as they were visiting from up north. I had a reservation at 6pm, and we were seated promptly upon arrival. We were immediately told about their awesome happy hour, which was half priced drinks (?!), and a handful of small bites for food. We got a few of these happy hour items and all were wonderful. Later on we all ordered entrees and the portions of everything (salad, pasta, and burger) were generous, as well as tasty. Toward the end of the meal, we noticed our waiter hadn't come over to our table for quite some time. I wanted to sneak away and pay the bill for the table, but couldn't find him. Eventually I asked a female waitress if she knew where he had went, and she replied with "oh he had to leave, I'm taking care of your table now". A bit bizarre as there was no proper "hand off" for our table, nor an introduction from the new waitress..... but none the less, it was overall a great evening.

Nice waterfront bar and restaurant, just behind the historical Riverside Hotel. Very nice for tourists and locals alike. Food menu on Sundays could be larger, but, that aside, drinks and our Sunday brunch was great. Nice fish tacos and good eggs. Bottomless Bloody Mary's and Mimosas available on Sundays at least. You'll enjoy it especially if you're staying at the hotel.

Arrived with a party of 9. Asked the hostess if we can be seated together and they said they can't seat us even though they had plenty of tables.They were very rude and short with us. Glad we didn't give this shit hole our business.

We love this restaurant, the atmosphere is welcoming, relaxing, and inviting. The service is good, food is amazing and location is convenient. We like their outside bar to have cocktails prior to diner.

Stopped here on vacation and for lunch and the food and service was great. Started with an app - Sauteed Shrimp which came with bread and the sauce was great for dipping. My wife got the Shrimp Scampi and I got the Korean Stir Fry. The taste of the stir fry noodles was great - the beef was a little too crispy but still very good. My wife scampi was delicious!

Great happy hour spot or a place to take visitors. Food and drinks are excellent. I would definitely recommend the snapper ceviche and the white sangria. Service is also very friendly and attentive. Mostly outdoor seating right on the water, it can get hot pretty easily so that's something to keep in mind. I also love how they have gluten free and other allergy icons on their menu.

Thanks Brooke for great service, recommendations, and a friendly welcoming demeanor! You made it all juat a bit more perfect. Great spot for eating outside with a great view. Five of us and we all finished every bite on our plates. Frim steak salad to french toast to some churizo huge dish to.the cookie and ice cream. Made reservations, and we were seated right on time. Overall... just perfect.

Great place to eat and drink. Located right on the New River, just behind the Riverside Hotel. The bar offers great views of the boats going by. There is seating at a large bar, along with many tables along the river. Service is always good along with great food. They offer several happy hour specials for food and drinks. Stop by if you are in the area.

Great view and ambience Drinks were on point Food was good Very busy I had the shrimp appetizer

My mother and I really enjoyed our lunch here. The views were so relaxing, right on the marina so you get to see all the yachts pass by. There is indoor dining as well. The staff were so attentive and warm. Food was delicious and fulfilling. We had the crab cakes, quinoa salad and the swordfish and risotto. Would absolutely come back here.

We were seated at the end outside so it was wonderful to watch the boats go by. The atmosphere was so relaxing. We came with a few people but each couple and one family were paying separately. The food was very good. We had fish dip and chips, then conch fritters for appetizers. My husband and I both had the Cuban panini, I upgraded for fries instead of chips as some of those seemed stale with the fish dip. The sandwich was absolutely delicious. My friend wanted another cocktail but our server didn't come back after delivering our entrees until we were ready to go. It was busy in her defense. The only complaint I had was for each check she added in 18% tip. I understand if it was all on one check but it was not. I would've tipped more. We will definitely go here again.

Delishious food and drinks! Its only posted online but they do happy hour from 3-6:30 for 1/2 off any drinks not on the cocktail specials menu. Got the shrimp lasta dish which tasted amazing! Very fresh. Ceasar salad to start was also delish. Good dressing. Got espresso martinis and lemon drops. Friends got the spicy chicken pasta which they also loved. Awesome views outside watching people go by in their boats. Server zach was so sweet and very attentive.

I love the Boathouse, the setting by the river, the nice patio area, the nice choices of drinks, cocktails, beer and wine are really good....what I don't like is how the happy hour menu has changed to the worse in the past few years.. There used to be so many good choices of food bites in the past like fish tacos, flatbreads, cauliflower, grilled skewers, pork rinds, pizza, a variety of good sliders, tostones, etc.....Now, you basically only have 6 things to choose from: Beef slideer Cuban slider Black bean dip Pork tacos Pepperoni pizza boat (not a pizza but on a hoagie roll) Bang Bang shrimp We now order from the food menu since the food bites are really underwhealming. Our server was really nice and attentive. I wish they would bring back the more varied HH menu....

Beautiful restaurant, right on the water. Great option to go if you want a meal with a view. We went for brunch. They don't do bottomless mimosas however the price per mimosa is pretty good. The staff is very friendly and efficient. I would go back to check out their happy hour.

I came here for a date. And the inside is so nice the bartenders were very chill and easy to speak to. Since one of the bartenders is the friend of my date she was still more than happy to take care of me! And I loved that even more. I ordered a burger and fries and I actually enjoyed my meal. I was missing condiments like bbq but I asked and it was fixed. I got to see how the outside looked like. And it is definitely a great view. I do plan on returning to this establishment next time I visit the area. I had so much fun here!

We stopped by for lunch. Both my wife and I had the fish sandwich, which was delicious. The atmosphere was great with lots of outdoor seating along the water. The service was prompt. We would definitely come back again.

Today I visited for lunch with my colleagues and although it is an overcast day, it was nice to sit outside and see the yachts and boats passing by. I got the grilled mahi mahi fish sandwich called the first mate fish sandwich and it was delish! You had the option for blackened or grilled and I chose grilled. I will definitely be back for their happy hour soon.

Great place on the water. Staff is fantastic. Awesome food and happy hour prices. Great bartenders. Black bean dip is amazing!

Delicious foods, tasty wine, great service and lovely outdoor dining. Great spot for dinner!

I love happy hour at Boathouse at the Riverside. It's fun to sit along the New River and watch the boats go by. I like the tapas style menu items so I can try a variety of things. The food is always great! During this visit we had the HH bean dip and mojo pork tacos. I recommend the bean dip - paired with the salty chips and a beer was perfect! The staff is always friendly and attentive. I highly recommend this gem when visiting Las Olas!

Very cute place on the water with great service. Have been for both dinner and just drinks and both have been fabulous.

Love this place. Every year since we have graduation at the broward performing arts center we swing by here after. The view is just lovely. They have happy hour during the week and even weekends. 1/2 off I had Sparkling Rose, Kir-Yanni, Greece (Wine by the Glass) (Rose + Sparkling) Come out so cold and refreshing.