Went on their date night special! I believe you need a reservation, but don't quote me on that. With the date night you get a free appetizer and dessert, so def worth making time for!We got alligator bites for an appetizer, they were fried and served with a spicy/tangy sauce. One thing I found interesting about the menu is that you choose your meat (chicken, steak cut, pork chop, etc) and then for a small charge, You can upgrade it to be cooked a different way. You don't have to upgrade it, but we decided to. My husband got the pork chops cooked southern style and I got a filet mignon loaded style. His pork chops came with an andouille gravy and two fried cornbread fritters. He told me they were the best pork chops he has ever had. He was absolutely get it again. My steak had mushrooms, onions, and a cheese sauce over mashed potatoes. For the small upgraded charge ($3?) it was totally worth it as you can see in the pictures. I also got a Cesar salad, which I really enjoyed. For dessert we got a berry cobbler and it was hot, and delicious. I would def get that cobbler again. It was a lot of food so we had to take some home.The place is located on the water and has a great view. Perfect for a special occasion! Between the views, food, and service, I would def be back here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Berry Cobbler
Julie C.
Very impressive and HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.Greeted with smiles, seated promptly at a table with a beautiful view of the waterfront. Cocktail was fabulous and made with love, Yania. The manager Bobbie checked in with me and I could only give praise for my experience and food and Daniel was extremely helpful with explaining the menu and was such a delightful person. Chef Pam I give you the best of compliments WOW that was all I had hoped for and more.I can say that this is by far a ten star out of 5 restaurant.I'm already looking forward to my next visit and meal.
I try to be brutally honest in my reviews..sometimes you need to hear the truth. This place could be a gold mine. But its not. Its in a location that could make people feel like part of old lost Florida..and EVERYONE wants a part if that...but instead you feel like youre having lunch at your dentists office. The food is good. The service is good. But...the hunter green paint, the old croney music just kills what could be awesome! If the ownership would open up the back facing the water, put a "real" bar right down the center of the place, decorate with an old florida nautical theme, play some cool beach music, ditch the $30 dinner plates for what young people eat...oysters, clams, burgers, wings, etc..people would come from everywhere! We were there at high noon on a beautiful Saturday because Crackers on the water was standing room only. We were one of three couples in the whole place here. Cmon! Its like your hearts not in it! That place should be slammed on a Saturday...could be...your call. Maybe theyre just afraid of pushback from the locals...if thats the case...sell it.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 4
JustHavinFun
They have a pretty tasty burger, but don't leave without trying the mac & cheese. Blackwater has the best mac & cheese I've ever had! ?I've stopped by just to pick up the mac & cheese on my way to catch a sunset at Bird Creek.↪️ Beautiful river views ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Cathy Taylor
I had the filet mignon and my parents had the grouper one with the fettuccine she absolutely loved it and he had his with mashed potatoes the garlic mashed potatoes all of our dinners were absolutely fabulous we also had the wedge salad oh my gosh it's so good, very professional very kind and very on top of things I would recommend eating there and it's beautiful to you know the view of the river
Nice restaurant with a view of the river. Meal is generous and well prepared. It's a shame that the dining experience is somewhat spoiled by no one at the front desk and a long time standing there waiting to be seated. After the meal it was a long wait for the dirty dishes to be removed. we had to go search for someone to get the check. Will definitely go back with the hope of a better experience.Features: Generous well prepared meals.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Karissa Mayer
Very friendly staff. The one and only bartender for the entire restaurant made my 9 yr old daughter a virgin mojito. The stuffed dates were delicious, I had the shrimp and my husband had the grouper. Both were delicious. My daughter had the kids Alfredo which was enough for an adult and really good. There are not many options in the area, so this restaurant probably could be busy regardless of their food or service but they do not slack off. My daughter was impressed with the number of kids options and that they gave her a whole selection of crayons, not just 3.Kid-friendliness: Great with my 9 yr old
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Grilled Shrimp
Walley Hunter-Masterson
Catch of the day fish was excellent, I would definately recommemd the Snapper. Steak was smothered in sauces, quality steaks should stand on their own. Smoked cheddar mac and cheese tasted soured...almost spoiled. Shimp in all dishes were either frozen or overcooked...I'd equate the shrimp quality to a chain restaurant like Olive Garden or Red Lobster. Venue is nice, beautiful view and atmosphere.
William Martinez
Excellent food. You get a lot of food for the money. Nice quite relaxing atmosphere. All food is cooked to order. It may take longer than the average chain fast food places, but the food is worth it. Staff is friendly and helpful. This is a definite place we will come back to.
I cannot express how fantastic the food,service, everything , which is fantastic and I will recommend it to anybody and everybody that I see thank you for the great
Always great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was very good! Presentation nice as well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Went on their date night special! I believe you need a reservation, but don't quote me on that. With the date night you get a free appetizer and dessert, so def worth making time for!We got alligator bites for an appetizer, they were fried and served with a spicy/tangy sauce. One thing I found interesting about the menu is that you choose your meat (chicken, steak cut, pork chop, etc) and then for a small charge, You can upgrade it to be cooked a different way. You don't have to upgrade it, but we decided to. My husband got the pork chops cooked southern style and I got a filet mignon loaded style. His pork chops came with an andouille gravy and two fried cornbread fritters. He told me they were the best pork chops he has ever had. He was absolutely get it again. My steak had mushrooms, onions, and a cheese sauce over mashed potatoes. For the small upgraded charge ($3?) it was totally worth it as you can see in the pictures. I also got a Cesar salad, which I really enjoyed. For dessert we got a berry cobbler and it was hot, and delicious. I would def get that cobbler again. It was a lot of food so we had to take some home.The place is located on the water and has a great view. Perfect for a special occasion! Between the views, food, and service, I would def be back here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Berry Cobbler
Very impressive and HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.Greeted with smiles, seated promptly at a table with a beautiful view of the waterfront. Cocktail was fabulous and made with love, Yania. The manager Bobbie checked in with me and I could only give praise for my experience and food and Daniel was extremely helpful with explaining the menu and was such a delightful person. Chef Pam I give you the best of compliments WOW that was all I had hoped for and more.I can say that this is by far a ten star out of 5 restaurant.I'm already looking forward to my next visit and meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Berry Cobbler
Great food and nice restaurant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Loaded Chicken
Excellent place and great food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish
The food here is always delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steamed Mussels & Clams, Clams, Tenderloin Carpaccio
I try to be brutally honest in my reviews..sometimes you need to hear the truth. This place could be a gold mine. But its not. Its in a location that could make people feel like part of old lost Florida..and EVERYONE wants a part if that...but instead you feel like youre having lunch at your dentists office. The food is good. The service is good. But...the hunter green paint, the old croney music just kills what could be awesome! If the ownership would open up the back facing the water, put a "real" bar right down the center of the place, decorate with an old florida nautical theme, play some cool beach music, ditch the $30 dinner plates for what young people eat...oysters, clams, burgers, wings, etc..people would come from everywhere! We were there at high noon on a beautiful Saturday because Crackers on the water was standing room only. We were one of three couples in the whole place here. Cmon! Its like your hearts not in it! That place should be slammed on a Saturday...could be...your call. Maybe theyre just afraid of pushback from the locals...if thats the case...sell it.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 4
They have a pretty tasty burger, but don't leave without trying the mac & cheese. Blackwater has the best mac & cheese I've ever had! ?I've stopped by just to pick up the mac & cheese on my way to catch a sunset at Bird Creek.↪️ Beautiful river views ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
I had the filet mignon and my parents had the grouper one with the fettuccine she absolutely loved it and he had his with mashed potatoes the garlic mashed potatoes all of our dinners were absolutely fabulous we also had the wedge salad oh my gosh it's so good, very professional very kind and very on top of things I would recommend eating there and it's beautiful to you know the view of the river
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Nice restaurant with a view of the river. Meal is generous and well prepared. It's a shame that the dining experience is somewhat spoiled by no one at the front desk and a long time standing there waiting to be seated. After the meal it was a long wait for the dirty dishes to be removed. we had to go search for someone to get the check. Will definitely go back with the hope of a better experience.Features: Generous well prepared meals.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Very friendly staff. The one and only bartender for the entire restaurant made my 9 yr old daughter a virgin mojito. The stuffed dates were delicious, I had the shrimp and my husband had the grouper. Both were delicious. My daughter had the kids Alfredo which was enough for an adult and really good. There are not many options in the area, so this restaurant probably could be busy regardless of their food or service but they do not slack off. My daughter was impressed with the number of kids options and that they gave her a whole selection of crayons, not just 3.Kid-friendliness: Great with my 9 yr old
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Grilled Shrimp
Catch of the day fish was excellent, I would definately recommemd the Snapper. Steak was smothered in sauces, quality steaks should stand on their own. Smoked cheddar mac and cheese tasted soured...almost spoiled. Shimp in all dishes were either frozen or overcooked...I'd equate the shrimp quality to a chain restaurant like Olive Garden or Red Lobster. Venue is nice, beautiful view and atmosphere.
Excellent food. You get a lot of food for the money. Nice quite relaxing atmosphere. All food is cooked to order. It may take longer than the average chain fast food places, but the food is worth it. Staff is friendly and helpful. This is a definite place we will come back to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Loaded Chicken, Shrimp and Grits, Loaded Cheese Curds, Fish, Grilled Shrimp, Smoked Cheddar Grits
I cannot express how fantastic the food,service, everything , which is fantastic and I will recommend it to anybody and everybody that I see thank you for the great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steamed Mussels & Clams, Shrimp Alfredo, Key Lime Pie