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The River Oyster Bar
David Bracha, Executive Chef and partner of The River, has been pleasing palates across South Florida for more than 15 years. Bold New American Cuisine inspired by native flavors, the comfort of an oversized mahogany bar and remember your name" service provides an alternative for low-key business lunches, power happy hours, relaxing dinners or late night bites. The River Oyster Bar is the perfect destination to meet or be met.
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128 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 128 reviews
5 stars
(70)
4 stars
(42)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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- fit for foodies(73)
- neighborhood gem(60)
- vibrant bar scene(51)
- hot spot(49)
- special occasion(33)
- notable wine list(21)
The River Oyster Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent as always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have eaten here 3-4 times and have never been disappointed. Our latest was for Mother's day sans kids. We purposefully had a leisurely meal, from 7-9 pm. I asked the waiter to select three oysters to accompany my bloody Mary, and he brought three gems. The salt encrusted branzini was moist but just slightly lacking in flavor. My wife's gnocchi and blue crab was fabulous. A light, flavorful sherbert completed the meal, along with espresso. Together with a bottle of wine, the bill was a very reasonable $200. Well worth it."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, special occasion
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Review 2 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Never again
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have dined at this establishment many times over the years, and have never had a bad experience, this night was very different. Every diner at the restaurant was miserable. Service was nonexistent, food quality was poor, and it was clear that the restaurant was catering to the private party upstairs. After the bill was paid one of my party spoke with the Manager who was belligerent and nasty with no apologizes. It is crystal clear that this owner/operator is not ready for two restaurants. He was not on premise for a busy Saturday and his ship went down without him. I will not return to waste my money here!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 3 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food. Loved the Lobster pot pie."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 4 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent Oysters and Local Seafood
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The RIver Oyster Bar is a highly recommended spot to add to your list when visiting Miami. The Oyster selection (11 different varieties on the night we visited) is excellent. The menu includes local fish and incorporates those selections in many different, interesting ways (sashimi or bacon-wrapped or "simply" prepared). The bar features some interesting (and tasty) cocktails. The beer list is pretty good, too."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 5 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Oysters, Fish and Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Rating was spot on. Had west coat oysters, colleague had east coast, both were very fresh and tasty. Mahi was exceptional and a generously sized filet. Off the boat fresh and cooked perfectly to where layers would simply slide onto the fork. My colleague had the snapper, which he also commented was perfect. Tip: park out back for $5 in the lot and then go next door to the historical Tobacco Road for an after dinner drink and some live music."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Ceviche was fine. Snapper
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ceviche was fine. Snapper tartare was just a little odd. Whole bronzino baked in salt was pretty good and took on flavor of thyme and lemon inside. Price was reasonable for the product delivered but the overall experience was sort of forgettable."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2005
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Review 7 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
very good, fresh, prepared
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"very good, fresh, prepared perfectly"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food! Try the kale
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food! Try the kale salad and the mushroom flatbread!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2007
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Review 9 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a reservation for 7:30,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a reservation for 7:30, and did not have to wait at all. The food was excellent, especially the blue crab gnocchi, the mushroom flatbread, the mussels and the swordfish. Our waiter was very attentive, and the food came out in a timely manner. Overall it was a great dinner and we will be going back again."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
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Review 10 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Impresive seafood tower and more
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had the seafood tower, which was huge and as fresh as can be. I started with the gazpacho soup, which was better than any I have ever had. We saved room to split the coconut cake, which was the best ever. The bar is very crowded with the after work crowd and they all seem to have to speak loud so everyone can hear what they say. I would say to go later than earlier because of that."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 11 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Oyster Happy Hour!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love this place! Since I discovered it, I tried to go twice a month. Love the Happy Hour and the oysters."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2010
Special Features: great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 12 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I read great reviews about
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I read great reviews about this place so my husband & I decided to check it out on our recent trip to Miami. Our entrees were phenomenal! The blue crab gnocchi with truffle had to be one of the best things I've ever tasted. The Lobster Pot Pie was also awesome. Appetizers were very good (pork belly flatbread & shrimp cocktail), but our entrees overshadowed those. The chocolate mousse cake topped off the meal perfectly. Will return if every back in the area!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 13 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Go soon to this place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dinner was great. We had an Oyster sampler and the Oyster shots. These shots come inmersed in a Bloody Mary preparation with Vodka, and were one of the winners that night. As main course we ordered a flash fried whole fish (guess a red snapper) which was just delicious, and a Lobster cocktail perfectly served as well. Now we understand why it takes a bit of struggling to get the reservation done and making time or party size changes a difficult task. German did a very good job as our waiter!
We heard this place might go out of business as a consequence of the Miami City Center development, so rush to make a reservation soon. This is a place not to be missed."
We heard this place might go out of business as a consequence of the Miami City Center development, so rush to make a reservation soon. This is a place not to be missed."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 14 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
In general, the food was very
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"In general, the food was very good. I asked for their oyster variety that was currently the plumpest. We received the smallest oysters I have ever seen."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 15 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was great app to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was great app to entree was great! Waiter offered excellent suggestions
A fun place to return and recommend"
A fun place to return and recommend"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 16 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was excellent. You
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was excellent. You must try the lobster pot pie a d the oysters of course! Service was a little slower. It is the south. And they were busy."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 17 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fantastic experience thanks
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic experience thanks very much to an excellent server, wonderful food, and a nicely paced meal. I would strongly recommend the cobia, fire oysters, and the salt crusted fish."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 18 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We get a late evening reservation,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We get a late evening reservation, 9:30 PM, and when we arrived were informed that the kitchen close in 30 minutes, so we were in the run to order appetizers and main dishes. The kitchen still open until we left 11:00 + PM. Everything was fine, food and service was great."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 19 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food and service was excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"The food and service was excellent"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food is really the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"The food is really the best about this restaurant. My husband and I go every week since we love close and we love the fact that we can sit at the bar and enjoy a delicious kale salad, some appetizers and wine and have a very reasonable bill. They also have an amazing selection of fish and since I am a vegetarian I love how every dish has great quality vegetables and lots of options. I recommend the toffee bread pudding as well for dessert!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
BEST LUNCH IN BRICKELL!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"THESE ARE THE BEST AND FRESHEST OYSTERS IN MIAMI! if you love champagne and oysters you MUST TRY THIS PLACE! the daily specials are outstanding and my boyfriend loves the spicy conch salad! the oysters are so fresh that we order at least 2 dozen. the fish is outstanding!!!!!! and we love the new mahi fish tacos!!! FANTASTIC HAPPY HOUR. hands down our favorite place to go to in Brickell, for an every day place that is down to earth and makes you feel comfortable no matter the time of day or what your attire - GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD PLACE!!!"
Dined on 02/25/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 22 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really great food. Solid dishes.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really great food. Solid dishes. Yummy. Wouldn't recommend if you/your guests don't like seafood. Not a large restaurant so a little cramped between tables."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
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Review 26 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a great place with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always a great place with great food"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 27 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent and interesting menu. Great to have fish done simply and well."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 28 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
bad food fish overdone and
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"bad food fish overdone and dry, oysters disfigured and tasteless."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2013
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Review 29 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The french fries was not
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
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Noise Level
Moderate
"The french fries was not good at all."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 30 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hidden Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Awesome menu, food, mixed drinks and service
My new favorite in miami"
My new favorite in miami"
Dined on 02/26/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were staying overnight
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were staying overnight at the airport but wanted one final "vacation meal" before we headed out early the next day.
We decided on the River Oyster Bar as Google pointed it out as within the airport area- ($25 cab fare - including tip).
It WAS worth the cab fare! The waiter was great (I'm a stickler for good service) and the food supreme.
I would definitely recommend it. Thanks! After having some not-so-great dining experiences during our vacation (Key West) it was a wonderful way to end it!"
We decided on the River Oyster Bar as Google pointed it out as within the airport area- ($25 cab fare - including tip).
It WAS worth the cab fare! The waiter was great (I'm a stickler for good service) and the food supreme.
I would definitely recommend it. Thanks! After having some not-so-great dining experiences during our vacation (Key West) it was a wonderful way to end it!"
Dined on 02/25/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 32 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful service (Manny),
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful service (Manny), great recommendations, and really wonderful food. We had a leisurely lunch filled with oysters, crudo, lobster rolls, ect...Absolutley wonderful, we were not rushed and we will definitely be back!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 33 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
good food, poor service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"too noisy! we were seated @ a dining table in the bar area...could barely hear each other..
service was very just OK, waiter was "not that atentive.."
service was very just OK, waiter was "not that atentive.."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 34 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
the food is good, service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the food is good, service OK , ambiance is just so-so..it is way too noisy !"
Dined on 02/21/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 35 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food was just OK and the server
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was just OK and the server wasn't friendly. We waited too long for our food."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2011
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Review 36 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One word: phenomenal.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I travel a lot for business and seriously love food. So i do some extensive research before each trip. From now on I will go back to the river oyster bar every time that I am in Miami. It's a small place so make reservations. Ambiance is great, very cool place. I had the gnocchi with blue crab and it was seriously the best dish that I've had in years. Service was great too . We walked from the JW Marriott on Brickell where we were staying."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot
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Review 37 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food, needs better service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been twice and the food was consistently great. Unfortunately the service the second time around was very slow (even though the restaurant was not full at all) and not attentive at all."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2007
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Review 38 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My favorite fish restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My favorite fish restaurant in Miami. Excellent wine list. Fit for romantic dinner and business"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 39 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
From an 31 viewpoint..
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My experience at The River Oyster Bar for my 31 birthday was Great. I didnt have a offical party there, just was a last minute thing with a group of 12. The service was Great, Food Good but over all the Ambiance was the good too. If your open minded & willing to try a new experience I suggest the Oyster Bar."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 40 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The River Oyster Bar
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My party of three dined there last Friday. Great food, particularly the lobster pot pie and of course, their selection of oysters. The restaurant is off the beaten path and the ambience has an appealing, "this-is-where-the-locals-eat" feel to it. Take advantage of their happy hr if that suits - 1/2 price oysters and certain wines. They also make in- house a delightful, 5-layer cococut cream pie (portion is oversized!). Servers were friendly and knowledgeable. Presently lots of construction going on across the street, so best to eat indoors."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 41 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I am such a fan of this place.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I am such a fan of this place. Their food is so good, I love the gnocchi!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
THERE IS A LOT OF CONSTRUCTION
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"THERE IS A LOT OF CONSTRUCTION IN FRONT OF THE RESTAURANT AND THEY WERE WORKING AT NIGHT WITH VERY POTENT LIGHTS ,WE WERE IN THE BACK OF THE RESTAURANT AND WERE ILLUMINATED BY THEM ALL NIGHT
IT IS A HIGH RISE AND THEY ARE AT GROUND FLOOR SO IT MAY TAKE A WHILE."
IT IS A HIGH RISE AND THEY ARE AT GROUND FLOOR SO IT MAY TAKE A WHILE."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Have been to the River Oyster
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have been to the River Oyster Bar on many occasions and every time it is a great experience. We like to sit and eat at the bar, although it's sometimes difficult to get a place there as the restaurant is so popular. Wait staff and bar personnel are very personable, friendly and attentive, and the food is always excellent. Cannot praise the Thai ribs and Flame Roasted Oyster appetizers enough!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 44 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great price!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great spot! And half off oysters during happy hour are an amazing bargain!"
Dined on 02/10/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 45 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went to the River Oyster before
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went to the River Oyster before a Miami Heat game. Waitress was very attentive and aware of time issue we had. The quinoa risotto was amazing! I will return just for that dish! The grilled mahi was fresh, flaky and just right. Great cocktail menu too."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food, but the difference
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food, but the difference between a good dinning experience and a great dinning experience is the staff. Jeff did a great job."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 47 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Done propa!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent experience. Amazing oyster selection. Highly recommend the Wellfleets. Salmon sashimi and raw scallop were phenomenal. I normally do not offer reviews, good or bad, but this place is quite deserving. Schmooze with the wine vendors who apparently make comfort at the bar with their carry cases full of chilled wines and you might just enjoy some fine samples."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 48 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the food is so delicious,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the food is so delicious, the service is professional and knowledgeable about everything on the menu. The oysters are fresh and delicious with 3 dipping sauces, there isn't anything on the menu that you wouldn't want. We loved the mussels in coconut milk and the crab cakes. If you have room, the coconut cake with sauce is wonderfully yummy !"
Dined on 02/06/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 49 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our first, but not last, dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first, but not last, dinner at The River. Staff could not have been more courteous. This is a busy location near Brickell Ave. and you should have a reservation.
The broiled snapper was excellent. The Pino Grigo was house brand, cold, and great.
Having grown up in Miami I don't know how I missed this great place!"
The broiled snapper was excellent. The Pino Grigo was house brand, cold, and great.
Having grown up in Miami I don't know how I missed this great place!"
Dined on 02/06/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 50 for The River Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Freshest fish in town in a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Freshest fish in town in a lively ambiance. Service is attentive and professional."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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