Riverside Grille

We had a wonderful experience! This was by far the best meal I’ve had in a really long time! Chrissy, our server was excellent, all her suggestions were spot on! Even her suggestion for a nice walk at a nearby botanical garden was great and very much appreciated after that fantastic meal! Thank you for an enjoyable Anniversary dinner!

We came here for our wedding anniversary and it was amazing! When we walked in I was shocked with how fancy it was. There was no wait and the host brought us to our booth. The booths are very spacious and comfortable. Our waiter Joshua was extremely helpful and so kind, he explained any questions we had perfectly and gave us all his recommendations! He was quick with drink refills, and getting food to our table. And he even gave us a cute little "happy 1 year" note! His service alone was 5/5 stars. The food was so delicious! By far the best mashed potatoes I've ever had. I have absolutely zero complaints about any of the food, it was beyond any expectations I had.

Oh snap! I actually put a 5 star level on a review. If you read my reviews, I always save the 5 star for something that really is over the top. When they restored this small strip of Crockett street....they spared no expense. They got it right. Now, this is my first visit to Beaumont and at the risk of offending the locals, it is not pleasant. The city feels abandoned with scores if not hundreds of empty store fronts buildings and warehouses. I even tried to visit the Port, (probably the only attraction the city has) but it was fenced off and not accessible. There was no public area. No train ride, no Port museum, no port café, no port boat rides or cargo ship tours. Nothing. Then, I stumbled on to Crocket street as I was looking for the restored historic theater. It was only 5 o'clock and the Riverside restaurant was the only storefront with any sign of life. So, I strolled in for a peek. Wow! I was greeted with genuine enthusiasm and no condemnation when I said I was just looking and wanted to seena menu. The staff politely obliged and I took a moment to preview the menu. I was pleasantly surprised by the mix of go to favorites like chicken fried chicken and mashed potatoes as well as Filet Mingon and glazed carrots! What an amazing menu! Someone did their research. Alot of thought went into this menu! Something for everyone. I choose a Greek salad which was spot on, and my wife choose the chicken fried chicken. The chicken fried chicken was by far the BEST we ever had! (Sorry El Paraiso in Zapata) The chicken was so juicy and tender with anton of flavor, it didn't even need the batter but the batter was light and crispy and just sent it over the top! My son and his coach got the grilled shrimp. I don't eat shrimp, but they both told me it was the best they ever had. The sweet tea was a little weak and that almost cost them a star, but the food was so good at every level. The glazed carrots were exploding with flavor, but were a touch mushy. Coach said his sweet potatoes casserole was delicious and he never had anything like it before. The atmosphere was amazing. I loved the chandelier and the seating was comfortable. Sorry, I forgot to check the restroom, my usual litmus test for restaurant cleanliness. But, based on everything else I saw, I am completely comfortable in assuming it was pleasant as well. The parking lot the city put in was well lit and huge! When we left around 7:30 the Rverside grill was still the only venue open. I hope the others will be coming soon. What a breath of fresh life this area is to this l quaint forgotten city. Come downtown and enjoy!

The kind of southern restaurant in the heart of an old, deep, east Texas town. The redfish main was outstanding. Sides and apps, including drinks were also very well designed and under management of a well organized kitchen. Parking is free and abundant, and though the city center is clearly gentrifying, this was a pleasant surprise and one of the best restaurants in all of Texas, in all regards.

10/10! Not sure why we took so long to try this place out. The steaks were phenomenal, similar if not better than something you can get at a Houston steak house. The service was just as good as the food. We had the seafood fondue for our appetizer and we were fans of it. It had a heavy fishy taste, and when they asked if we liked it we let them know the issue. They quickly and nicely resolved it, which we appreciated since we’re never the type to complain about food. The bathrooms were nice and clean, and the ambiance of the restaurant was very nice. We will absolutely be back. Such a great place and experience!

Took forever for someone to take our drink order! Said a manager was coming never did. We set reservations and everything. I think at a restaurant that charges alot of money for stuff they would have good service. I guess it wasn't our servers night maybe. Food was OK I've had better, waited for a to go drink that took at least 30 mins left without it too because it was taking to long. And we paid for it. Also where we were sitting had a giant beam in front so every 5 seconds a waiter would pass through this tiny space. I have a photo and I get it , it's the structure of the building. Needless to say we probably wont be back.

First time trying this place but was definitely a cool spot. Atmosphere was nice customer service professional. Food was served hot and fresh. Only thing was they ran out of napkins per the server. Overall a good place prices where great and we had no wait to be seated.

Was greeted at the door and seated promptly. The waitress came to take our drink order fast . She was very attentive and kept our drinks refreshed. The appetizers were very good. And the meal was fresh and delicious too.

This establishment is located downtown with ease of parking. We parked right next to the restaurant. We had to wait about 30 minutes to get a table, but the bar was open with a full service bar, so I'd recommend getting reservations if you're going on the weekend. The restaurant is very nice on the inside and there's plenty of seating. We had a romantic curved booth facing the other tables that were centered in the middle of the restaurant. The food was surprisingly tasty, but the sides were so good that I would have been satisfied just eating the sides--they were extremely delicious. The waitstaff did a great job and was attentive. We will definitely come back and would highly recommend.

I booked a reservation 2-3 days in advance. We waited for over 35 minutes for our table and waited an hour to finally get a drink and for food. We will not be coming back

Downtown Beaumont/Museum District. Very walkable. Has plenty of parking across from the venue. The building is very well kept. The maître D.opens the door for you to enter. We were seating promptly but we did arrive around 4:30pm on a Thursday. We started off with the bang, bang shrimp. Phenomenal! They serve dinner rolls with butter, which were hot soft and very good. Sidenote, I could've stuffed the coleslaw and the bang bang chicken in it and had a mini slider. Would've been awesome. There were three of, we all had something different (see pictures) everything was cooked order. Everyone agreed we would be back. The dining room was well kept the ambience was perfect. The fish tank with the turtle in. It was so cool to watch while you ate and talked. It never got really crowded but again we were on a Thursday. You could go in any attire so don't feel like you have to be dressed up. Although this is a great date night. People came in scrubs business attire casual. Our waitress, I believe her name was Jacey. Very informative, had great suggestions. Until we eat again.......

We came here on Yelp advice. The place has nice decor. They have a large fish tank with a turtle I liked. I had the southern salad it was decent if you like fried chicken tenders on your salad. My husband had the pork chop and he really liked it. There was a large birthday party in there and the folks were loud with kids running around so it was a little loud and unsettling. Our server Jonathan was very good. My favorite thing was the shrimp prepared like a jalapeño popper.

Beautiful dining area, perfect date night vibes, quiet atmosphere! The drinks are good, food is good, service is nice! Lovely restaurant in Beaumont.

Ambiance is nice but can be casual. We sat in a half circle booth which was comfortable and appreciated the high back. Service was prompt. Brought out fresh rolls pre meal and checked on drink requestsFluffy and light yeast rolls. The espresso martini was as advertised, the old fashioned was ok. The fried seafood platter and meatloaf was the order. Fish fried to perfection and the H commented on liking the baked beans (side)...it tastes like had BBQ sauce in it, slight but could taste in the background. The meatloaf was very tender and topped with a chunky tomato onion (creole like vibe) sauce. Nice chunks of veg. The side of mushroom was enjoyed. Food portions just right. Again , attentive and polite service without being intrusive (good job Kayden). Kitchen was represented by one of the 'chefs' coming out to check on the meal (gave name only as Cooky'). Saw the deviled eggs go by, looked good, filled high, looked to be 4 halves). Chocolate fudge cake, vanilla milk shake dessert: the fudge cake had a decent flavor but was dry and the milkshake a whipped cream monstrosity...not a milkshake. The Irish coffee was passable- had to add a bit of sugar though.

Service was excellent. The food was good, the highlight was the Painkiller drinks and my entree which was the Caribbean Chicken & Shrimp. Atmosphere was typical steakhouse, leather like booths, dark wood tables & chairs and an aquarium.

On a visit to Beaumont to see my 88 year old Aunt, we decided to eat lunch at Riverside Grille! Our server was Trent. The location is so elegant (while at lunch - I can see this being an amazing dinner location too -). We ordered a glass of the pinot grigio and an appetizer order of bang bang shrimp. they served two cloud like bread rolls. The appetizer was fantastic so instead of ordering an entree and splitting it - we ordered ANOTHER BANG BANG SHRIMP! My aunt loved the meal AND we loved our server. I look forward to visiting her again and we will definitely visit Riverside Grille again!

When you step into Riverside Grille, you're instantly embraced by an ambiance of pure elegance. From the beautifully appointed setting to the attentive service, everything about this place speaks five-star vibes--without the five-star price tag. I enjoyed a late lunch here today with a friend, and each bite seemed to outdo the last. It was her first visit, and she's already planning a return with her husband. The experience left that much of an impression. We started with a fan favorite--the Bang Bang Shrimp. This dish features tempura coconut shrimp glazed with Thai chili sauce, served atop a crisp and creamy Asian slaw. The contrast of textures and the harmony of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors created a perfect beginning to our meal. For her entrée, my friend chose the Redfish Ponchartrain, and the presentation alone was stunning. The pan-seared fresh redfish was topped with sautéed shrimp, crab meat, and mushrooms in a rich brown butter wine sauce, served over seasoned rice. She added a side of asparagus that was as delicious as it was beautiful. I ordered the Greek Salad with Grilled Salmon, and it absolutely delivered. The salad was fresh and vibrant, packed with crisp greens, cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes, olives, and feta, all brought together with a house-made Greek dressing that was absolutely delightful. The salmon was grilled to perfection--with a beautifully crispy exterior and moist, tender interior that elevated the entire dish. If you're looking for an upscale dining experience without the upscale prices, Riverside Grille should be at the top of your list. This restaurant is Best Bites approved. Have you been? What dish would you recommend? Let Best Bites know--we love sharing the delicious finds.

Fabulous atmosphere! Food is exquisite, never a long wait on being served and the service is great.

Great food, service, and atmosphere! Both times we've eaten here, the food and service has been amazing! My new favorite restaurant!

April 18, 2024 @ 830pm Went to botanical garden in Orange and wanted to eat here for dinner. Nice looking place inside. Very nice staff. We sat at the bar. We had a cocktail...mine was an espresso martini ---really good. My niece had the river runner. Everything was great. The bartender dude was very nice. We shared the deviled eggs [4] with brisket on top and the alfredo spinach dip... both really good. Being in DT Beaumont... in the Crockett Street area... can be a hit or miss... mostly misses in the last few decades. So, i honestly hope you last Riverside because you've got what it takes! Truly. Carry on! #eatlocal ##supportlocal

This is a great place and wonderful experience. I've been twice and very enjoyable both times. Bartender is friendly and made the drink of my request, something off menu. Alfredo spinach dip is ok. More cheesy than Alfredo. Meatloaf was fine. Steak was excellent!!! We've also had a fish special which was really good. Desserts are fine. Always had great service.

I hate eating alone especially when I pay full price and they royally mess up my meal. The ambiance is 5 stars and the bathroom was very clean. The service was just okay and I felt she was recommending the most expensive menu items. I initially wanted the spare ribs but she talked me into the filet mignon. My date was also talked into a different dish. I ordered the steak medium, not medium well or medium rare. I was delivered medium rare. The succotash wasn't all that and mostly corn, The manager came to our table and told us they would get it right. 10 minutes later, still mostly medium rare. I refused a third try and ordered the spare ribs, which were delicious. My dates redfish was just okay she wasn't thrilled by the flavor. The date went poorly before she ate her entire meal before I got mine. She watched me eat which made our first time experience disappointing.

Delicious. Definitely recommend and would go back. Great menu Choices. Unique. Good service and drinks very clean and great Ambiance

Noah our waiter was beyond attentive. The ambiance elegant and extravagant. The food was beyond my expectations. I live in Austin and would have paid 3x for fine and dinning. Only 60 dollars what a deal. I did not win at the casinos, but this was my win for the weekend.!

Amazing. I had the chance to try Riverside Grille that recently opened in Downtown Beaumont and overall had an excellent experience. I was able to easily reserve online the night before for table of 2 and when we arrived we were promptly seated. The restaurant has an excellent aesthetic that provides a fresh modern take amongst the historic downtown. I decided to try the spinach dip for appetizer that also comes with salsa. This was excellent and I appreciate that the chips were fresh and not overly salty. The salsa was also tasty and was warm and fresh. For the main course I went with the Madeira chicken which is a dish that blended very well together between the bed of mashed potatoes and the tender chicken cutlet topped with cheese and the Madeira sauce. I was very satisfied with this dish and also enjoyed my side dish of Au Gratin potatoes. Overall the ambiance, the service, and the experience was excellent. I am so happy to see Riverside Grille in Beaumont and I can't wait to see how they will develop in the future. There is something for everyone as the menu features seafood, chicken, burgers, and many other dishes to accommodate everyone. Note: There is plenty of free parking in front of the restaurant and street parking on the sides of the restaurant. Reserve ahead of time and if you have a party of 5 or more, be sure to call the restaurant so that they can work to accommodate you.

Riverside Grille is a must-visit! The deviled eggs were creamy with the perfect brisket topper, and the prime brisket--is slow-cooked --OMG was unbelievably tender & flavorful. The shrimp salad was fresh and light, a perfect complement to the rich meats. Great food, great vibe--can't wait to come back!

I dropped in for dinner. The service is amazing I sat at bar because I was on a hike by myself. Beautiful restaurant with great atmosphere. The music is not too loud and I am enjoying an amazing salmon.

Great food & atmosphere!! Never have gotten anything that wasn't DELICIOUS!! Highly recommend trying this restaurant!

Beautifully done Southern comfort eats at a fair price. The interior design is class, but don't expect much privacy at most of the tables. Nice staff.

This was my second time dining at RG. First time was actually very good. This time, not so much. I travel from Houston to Lake Charles regularly and was excited about finding this spot in downtown Beaumont. While traveling this evening, hadn't had dinner and remembered this place. It is just a few minutes off IH10- conveniently located in a cool area (Crocket St), that has been revitalized. RG is a beautifully done restaurant, that reminds me more of Houston restaurants, than anything I've ever seen in Beaumont (I lived and worked for many years there). Definitely, a nice, "date-night" kind of place. Service was good, I take issue with the food this time. It was an "off menu" item that was being tested...server really sold it. It was Asian rice dish, with ribeye steak and bang/bang shrimp sauce. The steak came out very rare, they did not ask my preference of temperature before hand. I asked to have it cooked longer, and they obliged. Steak was ok-the rest of the dish was an over-sauced, soggy mess of mostly unrecognizable, slimy vegetables. Normally, a good rice will redeem a dish, but this didn't even have that going for it. My server never asked if I liked it, but another did. I think she was curious about the dish, and stated that she had not seen it. I was pretty honest with her and she seemed to genuinely care. She was going to share my feedback and let me know what was said. Never saw her again. In her defense, I needed to get back on the road, so I settled up quickly and left. Don't know if this will keep me from going back, but does remind me to ask lots of questions and maybe stick to safer choices. If this menu item is truly being tested for the regular menu...it does need some adjustments before it would be a dish that would match the ambience and quality of this restaurant. H

The food and service were fantastic. I forgot to take pictures, but Everything we had was fantastic. I had a chicken dish with sundried tomatoes and goats cheese. It hit the spot. We will be back.

The restaurant was quite packed when my party and I arrived, but I had already made a reservation for 8 beforehand and so happy I did ! The atmosphere was welcoming right off the bat as I checked in and then was quickly sat at the table, we were all offered water and bread while reviewing the menu. Lacie was our waitress and was spectacular ! Very kind and attentive to our needs and made sure we weren't without at any point. Food wise my party ordered all over the menu from Salmon, a salad, meatloaf to chicken tenders for my niece. We all enjoyed our food-bursting with flavor, piping hot and we enjoyed our plates. Several of us ordered cocktails (Mojitos) and thought they were spot on as well. I just can't say enough about this place and how it won't be my last time coming back because I had already eyed about 3 different menu items before choosing my top pick lol. But once again Lacie you were amazing and thanks for making my birthday dinner so special

Food was tasty, menu had some variation from the fare everyone served, and the service was GOOD. Didn't try the bourbon, but they had a good number of excellent choices. Service was excellent.

We are traveling in our RV across this great country. We are in Beaumont TX and came across the Riverside Grill. Amazing service, amazing Food, great ambiance. Coming from overpriced Miami this was a Gem. Highly recommended !!

I had a great time. The place is so nice. I enjoyed the croutons on the salad. The seafood was good and I have no complaints.

Great food, Great service... all in all we enjoyed everything about this place. We will absolutely be returning!!

The food was so good. We decided to drive out there and try it and let's just say it was worth the drive. Mark our Server was Amazing. Everything about our visit was Great.

The restaurant space is beautifully decorated. Our menu selections were delicious; the pace of service was pleasant and not rushed. Trent was our server; he was courteous, engaging and professional. We look forward to visiting again.

Today for Father's Day my stepson decided to take all of us to dinner. Riverside grill was the perfect place to go in downtown located 290 Crockett Street Beaumont Tx. We've been there before and couldn't wait to go back. There was a nice crowd and our server Sierra S was awesome. She mentioned that she was new but she did a great job. They started with those delicious rolls. Yumm. Finally we decided to start with an appetizer and went with the brisket sliders which were so delicious. For our main course my husband ordered the cheese burger with fries. The burger was huge and you get a nice portion of fries. My son decided on the Bacon cheeseburger with fries. My father in law decided to order the fried catfish and shrimp with fries which he loved and I decided to get the Catfish Atchafalaya that consisted of pan seared Mississippi catfish lightly blackened with sauteed shrimp in a Parmesan cream sauce served over rice with mac n cheese. Everything was wonderful and we really enjoyed our dinner and our service. By the time we left the place was filling up. We will definitely be back soon

I had birthday dinner and it was fabulous I will be coming back. I tried the devil eggs so good. The drinks are really tasty . The main course I had was Chicken Madeira live the sauce and the mash potatoes very whipped the entree did needed a touch of salt. Our server Chrissy was excellent very friendly. The bathrooms were really nice and decorated.

Two California self-admitted food snobs driving to New Orleans and stopped to find a late lunch in Beaumont that wasn't a chain restaurant. We found this place and were skeptical - there wasn't much (anything!?) open around it and the building across the street is boarded up - but it was great. It's classy, has a full bar, not overpriced, and exceptional service. Food was good (salad overdressed but hey no biggie) our waiter was super attentive, there were a handful of larger parties having a leisurely lunch. They thought to bring me a refill of my half sweet/half unsweetened tea to go. "New Orleans is still 4 hours away!" Recommend.

Service went well, ambiance was great and the food was on point!! Would not have believed Beaumont had a nice restaurant with good favorable food.

So sorry delicious! plastic experience all around! Their staff was so friendly and attentive we couldn't ask for a better dining experience. The food was top-notch and the restaurant itself is stunning. If you like beautiful chandelier this is your place for lunch or dinner!

I ordered a steak medium rare. It was perfect color and delicious flavor. Total dining experience was excellent.

It was our first time here. We went back to back two days in a row Great atmosphere friendly service from Marc & Tammy. We tried to appetizers that are big enough to be an entree. The bang bang shrimp & Seafood Fondeaux. Both were tasty but personally we loved the fondue such cheesy mushroom goodness. Thanks for a great experience! Looking forward to trying a fish plate or seafood pasta next time.

Exceptional!! The food was phenomenal and the service was even better. Ask for Courtney she was so helpful and made sure we were taken care of. This restaurant downtown is very easy to get to with easy parking. Must try!

So good! Quality ingredients that you can taste! We had the steak and it was perfect. We will be coming back. Thank you

Excellent food , service and ambience. Riverside did not disappoint. We left satiated and more than satisfied! Server, Albert, was awesome.

Last night was date night with the hubby. He bought me tickets to see Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at SETX Stages. Prior to that, we went to eat at Riverside Grill...for the first time. Tell me why we waited so long? We were seated right away, even though the place was pretty crowded. Jonathan was our very attentive (but not overly so) waiter who took time to answer any questions and to even tell us why people commented on how good their water is (it IS very good water). We started with an appetizer of bang bang shrimp. They were butterflied and huge. The sauce had just enough bang to make it flavorful (I'm a heat wimp and it was delicious). Then we shared the Hawaiian chicken and shrimp with a mango Pico, sitting on a bed of caribbean seasoned rice. I had the honey glazed carrots and my husband had the sweet potato casserole for sides. There were other things on the menu that looked great, but I'm sure when we go back (and there will be a next time), we will probably get the same thing. Don't sit on this restaurant. You will regret it!! 10/10 recommend!!

We went late Sunday afternoon and was surprised to find an almost empty dining room. We had driven over an hour to get here and we were thinking this must not be that good if no one's here. Boy, were we wrong! The rolls they brought out to the table were hot, fluffy and melted in your mouth. My husband had the ribeye and said it rivaled the steaks at Truluck's and Ruth Chris. It was seasoned and cooked perfectly. I had a half rack of baby back ribs. They were tender and oh so yummy! We both had a side of Au gratin potatoes. It was a good serving size and nice and cheesy without the cheese overwhelming the potatoes. The only disappointment was the baked beans. They tasted just like a can of Ranch Style Beans...mediocre at best. Our waiter was very attentive. We will definitely return here!

We love Riverside Grille for a date night or birthday dinner, or just on a whim! Our kids love the fish tank too. Food has always been excellent and service is probably the best in Beaumont.

Stopped for a quick lunch before work. Restaurant doors were unlocked and seated people prior to opening time. Beautiful entryway and fabulous decor. Seated immediately and out waiter, Jerel, brought water and fresh hot bread. Really enjoyed seeing the open cooking station so nothing can be hidden. Bang bang shrimp and cole slaw were banging. A little Tia heat with the cool slaw was a great combination. Very quite environment can be used for casual or intimate dining experience. I got the 16 oz ribeye and loaded potatoe. Steak was cooked to perfection seasoned heavy salt with maybe rosemary butter on top? The entire cut was tender and every bite delicious. Some say it was a little overpriced, but I would say right on point with competition and the market value. Staff is really friendly and comes by to check making sure the dining experience is great! Going back to try a few more dishes soon. Great job!

6 months ago this place was a 5 star. It's obvious the owners like many restaurants have went for cheaper food quality. The $45 "aged" ribeye is now a cheap cut of beef. Too bad as this is why we went back but after my wife and I's very rare date night last week, we will never return

Beautiful atmosphere. The food was great and the price was so affordable. The wine bar is wonderful

The food is great as well as the service. Love the sweet potato casserole. The corn succatash is good as well. So many tasty entrees.

Great place, the food was amazing, the service outstanding really enjoyed it. The place is cozy and inviting. Had live music reallyadenthe evening fun.

Beautiful classy restaurant! Had a party of close to 20 for lunch on Friday. Everyone raved about their food and how awesome it was. Our Waiter was Allbert and he was wonderful. The ambiance and atmosphere is great. So glad to have an upscale dining restaurant in Beaumont!! 5 plus stars!!