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The River House Main Dining Room - River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton, SC

River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff

4.9
4.9
407 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
22:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
River House does have a dressy casual dress code consisting of no shorts, flip flops, baseball hats or tank tops in the dining room for the gentlemen. Comparable attire for the ladies. Children under 16 are exempt. We do offer complimentary pants to guests that may need them.
River House corkage policy is a maximum of 3 bottles per reservation without management consent at $35 per bottle.
River House has a 24-hour cancellation and No-Show Policy consisting of $25 per person plus a 18% SVC Charge.

In the South, there’s an intimate connection between the table and the land. Our fertile soil feeds corn and cattle. The palmettos provide cover for quail and game. And the ocean provides its bounty with the incoming tide. The River House is a culinary celebration of this relationship and our professed love for the land and waters of the Lowcountry.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (843) 706-6542
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Daniel Vesey
  • Catering
    If you are looking for a Private Event at the River House, please reach out to MPBriverhouse@montage.com for any additional options to plan your next event with us.
  • Private party facilities
    River House has two Private Dining Rooms. The Veranda Room holds up to 14 guests and overlooks the lagoon with floor to ceiling windows and drapes. Our Culinary team has multi-tiered dining options to satisfy all dining options. Inquire at MPBRiverHouse@montage.com for more information.
  • Area
    Bluffton
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentine Wine & Chocolate Tasting

    US$65.00 per person

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Join us on a magical tasting with our own talented pastry & beverage teams who will guide you through a one-of-a-kind experience. Celebrate Valentine's Day early with this tasting journey that is sure to wow your taste buds! Reservations required.

What 407 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Best Ambience

  • South Carolina

    Great for fine wines

  • South Carolina

    American

  • Hilton Head

    Best Overall

  • Hilton Head

    Best Food

  • Hilton Head

    Best Service

  • Hilton Head

    Best Ambience

  • Hilton Head

    Innovative

  • Hilton Head

    Healthy

  • Hilton Head

    Great for fine wines

  • Hilton Head

    Romantic

  • Hilton Head

    Great for scenic views

  • Hilton Head

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
River House at Montage Palmetto Bluff offers an exceptional dining experience with "creative and delicious" cuisine and "impeccable service." Guests rave about standout servers like Bryce, Chad, and Clyde. The "beautiful ambience" and "spectacular setting" by the May River make it a perfect venue for special occasions. Highly recommended!

407 Reviews
  1. Patricia

    VIP

    Charleston

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Truly indifferent food for the price. My $25 glass of Sancerre, a wine with which I am very familiar, had no taste or character. My halibut was not well-cooked or served with complimentary tastes. Just flat and uninteresting. Disappointing experience.

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  2. Diane

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dining experience in a beautiful setting with great service and food
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Diane, We're overjoyed to hear that you had a wonderful dining experience at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our service and food. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We strive to provide an exceptional experience for our guests and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  3. Judy

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service at River House was excellent! My husband had the best filet mignon he ever had.
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Judy, we're over the moon to hear that you had such a fantastic time at River House! It's fantastic to know that our food and service met your expectations. We're especially glad that your husband enjoyed the filet mignon - we take great pride in it! We can't wait to welcome you back for more excellent experiences. Thanks a ton for your kind words and high ratings! - The Management Team

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  4. Nancy

    Atlantic City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dining experience was wonderful from start to finish! We were cheerfully greeted by the hostesses. Our server, Benny was excellent, personable and very attentive! He made sure we had everything we needed and was very helpful with our dinner selections. The food was outstanding and the view is quite exquisite! The night was expensive, but definitely worth it! It is our new favorite restaurant for special occasions! If you have some extra time after dinner go downstairs and checkout the Speakeasy and enjoy a cocktail or two!
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Nancy, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that your dining experience at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff was memorable from start to finish. It's great to know that our team made you feel welcome and that you appreciated our attentive service and delicious food. We're also thrilled that you found our view to be a worthwhile investment. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we're grateful for your support. We hope to see you again soon for another wonderful experience! Best regards, The Management Team

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  5. Linda

    VIP

    New York City

    84 reviews

    5.0

    84 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Experience was great. From the valet Parker at the hotel to the bartenders at the speakeasy. Our waiter was Bryce and he was great. Hostess was great as well. Food was exceptional. Enjoyed everything and will be back.
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on 22 January 2025
    Thank you for the review, Linda! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your experience at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff. It's fantastic to know that our valet service, bartenders, and waiter made your visit memorable. We're also delighted that you found our food exceptional and that you plan to return. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  6. Maureen

    VIP

    Columbus

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food - great service. We always enjoy dinner here.
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on 22 January 2025
    Good Morning, Maureen. Thank you so much for your kind words and the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you always enjoy your dinners at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff. It's wonderful to know that our food and service consistently meet your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great dining experience. Best regards, The Management Team

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  7. Lauren

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We just had the most amazing dinner with the sweetest server, Chad! What a gentleman. We loved the gnudi, chateaubriand and the peppercorn crusted tuna steak. We cannot wait to come back!
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on 22 January 2025
    Thank you for visiting us, Lauren! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dinner with us at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff. It's wonderful to know that our gnudi, chateaubriand, and peppercorn crusted tuna steak hit the mark for you. We're glad our team made your experience even more enjoyable. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable meal. Cheers!

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  8. Lynn

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular! Creative and delicious! Exceeded expectations. The finest restaurant in the Lowcountry!
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on 22 January 2025
    Good Morning Lynn, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff. It's heartening to know that you were impressed with our creative dishes and exceeded your expectations. We strive to provide the finest food and service, and your feedback affirms that we're on the right track. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  9. TomM

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic. Benny is an fabulous server!! Don’t miss this place.
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on 31 December 2024
    Good Afternoon, TomM. We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff! It's wonderful to know that our team made your visit enjoyable. We always strive to provide the best service, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We're also glad that you found our place worth visiting. We hope to see you again soon for another fantastic experience. Best regards, The Management Team

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  10. Kim

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Our second time there. We requested Bryce for our server since he was amazing the first time. He is amazing. Wonderful ambience.
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on 29 December 2024
    Thank you for the feedback, Kim! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your second visit to River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff. It's great to know that our food and ambience met your expectations. We always aim to provide excellent service, and we're glad you found Bryce to be a friendly and helpful server. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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FAQs

River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff is rated 4.9 stars by 407 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
22:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff

1 Village Park Sq, Bluffton, SC 29910

Additional information

  • Area
    Bluffton
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Daniel Vesey
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (843) 706-6542
  • Catering
    If you are looking for a Private Event at the River House, please reach out to MPBriverhouse@montage.com for any additional options to plan your next event with us.
  • Private party facilities
    River House has two Private Dining Rooms. The Veranda Room holds up to 14 guests and overlooks the lagoon with floor to ceiling windows and drapes. Our Culinary team has multi-tiered dining options to satisfy all dining options. Inquire at MPBRiverHouse@montage.com for more information.
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