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The River House
The River House is perched on the bank of the scenic Sturgeon River in the heart of the historic Mission district of St. Albert, Alberta. This unique building and location creates a truly unique atmosphere where the regulars and the newcomers alike come to relax and enjoy great food with great friends. During the summer months our patio is filled with patrons taking in the view of the river during weekend brunch or dinner, while enjoying a uniquely Canadian dish made with only the best of the locally produced ingredients. Although the heart of this house is its kitchen, the courteous staff and casual atmosphere combine to bring a memorable experience to every customer that walks through the door.
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53 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 53 reviews
5 stars
(24)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(32)
- neighborhood gem(27)
- romantic(26)
- fit for foodies(23)
- good for groups(15)
- scenic view(13)
The River House Reviews List
Review 1 for The River House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we were seated in the dining area on the right side of the restaurant.Not my favourite side."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for The River House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing Mothers Day Brunch
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Unfortunately, this experience reminded me of why we don't go out to eat very often any more. Servers were pleasant but we did have to wait for service even though the restaurant was not full.
I reserved for Mother's Day brunch to take my wife out on her special day. Her eggs Benedict were runny and my omelet was very dry and bland. It was a limited menu so I would have expected what was offered would have been of a high standard, which I expect when I spend $15 for an omelet!
Looks like we will continue our search for a restaurant that can provide the expected value for the money spent :-("
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 3 for The River House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food quality
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was very tasty. Making reservations was fast and easy online!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 4 for The River House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Quaint experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a nice location in an old house. Since there was not much selection I would probably not go back because there was only one or two items that were of interest. The presentation is very nice and I guess that is what you pay for. It was not really a WOW factor."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 5 for The River House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A great place for a quiet
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A great place for a quiet dinner with friends and family. We enjoyed the fact that we were able to talk and enjoy the comfortable ambiance.. The food was so tasty. The only complaint was that for the price of $35.00 a plate, a bit more greens on the plate and some fresh bread served with dinner would justify the price. I do not have a big appetite and I was able to eat everything on my plate."
Dined on 13/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 6 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The prime rib was awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The prime rib was awesome and I love that if you want a glass of wine you have a choice between 6 oz and 9 oz. Excellent service too.Highly recommend it."
Dined on 07/04/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 7 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great brunch!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"River House has always been a favourite of ours. We love their new brunch menu!"
Dined on 06/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for The River House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a wonderfull evening with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had a wonderfull evening with friends the the reasturant was just what we needed ,The sercice and food was wonderfull ."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 9 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always wanted to try the Riverhouse
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always wanted to try the Riverhouse and I am very glad we did! Loved the brunch, service and atmosphere. Will be back for sure."
Dined on 30/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 10 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoyed our Sunday Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed our Sunday Brunch here very much. The setting is very nice and we were really enthralled with the original art that adorned the walls. The food and food prep was of a very high quality (in-house smoked salmon bennie, egg frittata, waffles, fresh preserves and compotes). The service was enthusiastic, efficient, and very pleasant."
Dined on 31/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 11 for The River House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Go on the weekend
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good but dining room only open weekends, had to eat in wine bar sitting on high stool. Not comfortable and kind of noisy."
Dined on 28/03/2013
2010
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Review 12 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic dinner and atmosphere,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic dinner and atmosphere, as usual. This time we sat on the "wine bar" side of the house, with it's guilded ceilings and dark wood. Beautiful spot."
Dined on 28/03/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our dinner at the River House
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our dinner at the River House was AMAZING! It was probably one of the best meals we have ever had. We had the soup of the day - Sour Cream and Chive (it was outstanding!), crab cakes (appetizer) and the Atlantic salmon (Entree). The salmon was delicious as well as the rice and brussels that it came with. This was our first visit and will not be our last. We can't wait to return. We had a look at the brunch menu and it looks Delicious! Our compliments to the Chef!"
Dined on 26/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
4 of us went out for my Mom's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"4 of us went out for my Mom's birthday and had a very nice time. The food was wonderful and our server knew just when to come with water refills and the courses were well spaced. I will definitely be back."
Dined on 25/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
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Review 16 for The River House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The restaurant was really
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant was really cold (temperature). Food was good, but seemed very expensive for what it was."
Dined on 16/03/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 17 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Nice Evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This River House restaurant looks very appealing, especially at night when the stings of lights highlight the architecture of what appears as a grand old house It would have been very disappointing if there was no restaurant in the house to enjoy. The restaurant does not disappoint, either in ambiance or culinary delight. The menu is not long, but sufficient for each varied taste within our group. The described ingredients of the soup of the day and salad selections were intriguing and did not disappoint. The main course selections chosen by our group were cooked to perfection for all but one. One beef dish was requested to be more well done and was returned quickly with satisfying results. Desserts were excellent to finish the meal."
Dined on 12/03/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 18 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Birthday Dinner The dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A Birthday Dinner
The dinner was fantastic. Presentation of the food was beautiful, and the tenderloin melted in your mouth. Very cozy and quiet. We will celebrate all our birthdays at
The River House.
The River House.
Thank you for a great evening.
Irene Roy"
Dined on 07/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for The River House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Intimate
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Well, i didn't realize it was a fixed menu on Sundays, they didn't have a blush wine, their espresso machine was not working and by the time i ordered dessert, they were out. Beside almost all the things I wanted and didn't get it was good."
Dined on 17/02/2013
2013
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Review 20 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had an excellant time!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had an excellant time! Meal was great, ambiance was perfect. Service was top notch. Keep up the good work!"
Dined on 13/02/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 21 for The River House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went there for Valentines
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went there for Valentines Day....they had a four course set menu. Food was delicious. Will be going back for sure."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 22 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and service was fantastic!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and service was fantastic!"
Dined on 08/02/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for The River House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
St. Albert Gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We held an 80th birthday brunch for Mother last weekend. The food was fantastic and everyone loved their meals. The room is pretty and warm and I would love to go back in the summer to sit and have a meal on the terrace over looking the river.
The only suggestion I would have it that the Christmas decorations need to be taken down."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 24 for The River House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great experience but overpriced
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had the ribeye and my gf had the ravioli, both dishes were very good but nothing extraordinary. I did not see the value in the premium price. The restaurant is quiet and provides a romantic ambiance. I would not return on a regular basis but may visit on a special occasion. The only reason I rate the River House "good" overall is the value for the expense."
Dined on 28/01/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for The River House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
All four of us really enjoyed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"All four of us really enjoyed the food and the service was excellent"
Dined on 25/01/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 26 for The River House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious food, however very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious food, however very small sides for the cost, and wish there had been some bread to nibble on."
Dined on 19/01/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for The River House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent!!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great restaurant - there is nothing negative to note!!!!"
Dined on 19/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 28 for The River House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Enjoyable but not memorable
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time to the River House. It is a charming place that has is comfortable and nicely decorated. The service was very good, our waiter was friendly and checked on us without being in our face. The menu is not extensive and the prices are about average. While it was enjoyable I am not sure we will seek this place out again."
Dined on 18/01/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The River House
Based on the average of (25) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate