I recently visited your restaurant with a colleague after finding you during a search for fresh fish. I was immediately impressed by the bright, lively, and fun decor. Our waitress, Elyse, was outstanding. She provided excellent recommendations, was highly responsive, and was very kind. While the Walleye was delicious, her exceptional service truly made our experience memorable. I also noticed that the rest of your staff seemed to share that same professional and friendly energy. You have a fantastic location on the water, great food, and--best of all--a wonderful team. Way to go, H2O! read more

Great first time at H2O's Waterside Grill!! Very cute and costal establishment. We got the cheese curds as a starter and shared the pepperoni pizza. Both were great! The food came out fast and the service was good. We will definitely be back! read more

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Raising the rating on H2O. Have been a few times now and really like it. It's got a nice atmosphere, albeit it is a bit loud which obviously isn't something the restaurant can help. It's just the atmosphere of the place. Staff is nice. Food is really good. Loved the lobster cake and eggs Benedict. Hot honey flatbread was really good too. Have tried the elephant ears a couple times and they were good but a little inconsistent. All in all I love H2O and totally recommend it. read more

Attentive service, great food, fair price. Welcoming atmosphere with a scenic view. Very welcoming on a cold, snowy evening. read more

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The ambiance is amazing! If you have ever been to O's in Auburn just imagine it tripled with a few minor changes to the menu. Wait staff are all friendly. The view of the Saginaw River is nice. read more

Really cute spot on the water with tasty food and great service. We sat inside because it was a little too warm outside, but they also have tables outside overlooking the water that looked delightful. Our party went heavy on the dairy this time, and the garlic cheese bread, cheese curds, and BBQ nachos did not disappoint. My daughter said the bread was "like an elevated Papa John's cheesy bread." (I thought it was a lot better than Papa John's.) My son declared the nachos "Pretty good." We also tried the lobster rolls and the steamed shrimp. Both the shrimp and the lobster salad were nicely seasoned, and the portion sizes were ginormous. I'm not sure what kind of bread the lobster was served on. It was flatter and sweeter than a traditional roll, but it wasn't bad. read more

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Best in Bay City!! Beautiful restaurant on the water with tons of outdoor seating on the deck. Happy hour food deals are magnificent - highly recommend the Brussels appetizer ($3 ). Interior is spacious and we had great service. Will be back when we come to town. Very happy to have stumbled upon this awesome spot. read more

Beautiful view and nice venue. Service was good. She was attentive up until the end. The place is clean throughout and has a good vibe. The food.... Lacked. We had 3 appetizers. The shrimp was great. The crab bites - ok as they we mostly cream cheese and barely any crab. The egg rolls were over cooked and greasy. Drinks were ok but the selection of liquor is limited. Most drinks on the speciality cocktail menu were made with well liquor so ask if that matters to you. read more

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I had celebrated my birthday here a couple times. I love how everyone is really friendly! The food has been delicious each time we have gone, as well. read more

This was a good dinner spot with tons of things to choose from on the menu. We sat at a high table in the back and it was loud! Lots of large tables celebrating birthdays. It nice to see it's a special occasion, family oriented spot. I wish we would have sat outside and enjoyed the views of the water, even though it was a bit chilly. It was much quieter out there. I ended up choosing the burger with fried onions extra. It was delicious and huge. I paid the up-charge to have the broccoli instead of fries and it was ok. Husband had the fries and they were kind of funky. Odd shaped and not all crispy. Was glad about my broccoli choice. Husband had the tacos for his entree. They brought fries instead of the chips and salsa he ordered so they also brought out some chips and salsa. Those were good and salsa was home made. Our server was so good. She was helpful with the menu. She was so chatty and nice. She was waiting a ton of tables and kept up well (oh, except for the chips and salsa mixup). She corrected it easily and we really liked her. Good stop. read more

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I stopped in on a drive down from up north to grab lunch on the water. The staff were all so friendly. The deck was beautiful, and I spent some time reading and eating a delicious Caesar salad and fries out by the water. Would definitely recommend! read more

H2O's Waterside Grill - Caesar salad, fries, gorgeous view - Bars Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

The food is amazing, I have never had a bad meal here. The staff is friendly, this place is one of my favorite restaurants

Comprehensive Review: H2O's Waterside Grill - Bay City, MI While on a recent business trip, my husband and I had the pleasure of dining at H2O's Waterside Grill in Bay City, Michigan. What began as a casual lunch stop quickly became one of the most enjoyable dining experiences of our trip -- so much so that we returned the very next day to try more of what the menu had to offer. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the exceptional service. On our first visit, we were warmly greeted and promptly seated. Our server, Claire, was professional, friendly, and attentive throughout the meal. Her service was seamless -- she checked in just enough without being intrusive and offered thoughtful recommendations that helped us navigate the menu. The following day, we decided to return for another meal and were again met with outstanding service. This time, a young gentleman named Jackson served us, and his demeanor was equally professional and welcoming. It's rare to find such consistency across different staff members, and it speaks volumes about the restaurant's commitment to hospitality and staff training. The atmosphere at H2O's is another standout feature. The interior is clean, stylish, and up-to-date, but the outdoor seating is where the restaurant truly shines. Overlooking the lake or river, the patio provides a stunning waterfront view that enhances the overall dining experience. It's the kind of setting that invites you to slow down and savor the moment -- and your meal. Speaking of meals, the food was exceptional. On our first visit, we were thoroughly impressed with the quality and preparation -- the dishes were cooked exactly to our specifications, tender, flavorful, and well-presented. Encouraged by our initial experience, we returned the next day to try two different menu items, and once again, the food did not disappoint. Every dish was carefully prepared, well-seasoned, and complemented by thoughtfully selected sides that added balance and depth to the meal. Pricing at H2O's is also worth noting. Given the quality of the food, the attention to detail in service, and the premium waterfront location, we found the prices to be more than reasonable. In fact, the restaurant could easily charge more, but their commitment to maintaining affordability for guests is commendable -- and increasingly rare. In summary, H2O's Waterside Grill offers a dining experience that combines excellent food, outstanding service, and a serene, scenic setting. Whether you're a local or a visitor to Bay City, this restaurant is well worth a stop -- and perhaps even a second visit, as we found ourselves happily doing. Highly recommended. read more

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Delicious! Ordered the lobster rolls and the bisque. Both were amazing. The flavors were so good and the food was fresh. Perfect stop before a long flight home. Will definitely be back to try more owns the next time I am in town visiting! read more

I felt the service was so slow. My burger was dry and didn't have much seasoning and my fries were cold and soggy

We had a group of four that was spending the night and traveling through to Mackinac Island. We all had different meals but I had the fish and chips but substituted the chips for a baked potato. I was very impressed with the amount of food on my plate plus the waitress was very friendly and knew to keep the cold beer coming. If you are traveling through or a local that has never tried this place I highly recommend it and its also on the water. You can either sit outside or in the dining room. Do yourself a Flavor and try this place out. read more

H2O's Waterside Grill - The wife and myself after making it to the Grand Hotel on the island.. - Bars Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

Another absolute stellar evening at H2O! This is my happy place. The food is always so amazing. The prince Edward oysters were absolutely delicious with the cocktail sauce and horseradish! An absolute must have. I could've eaten a dozen of those, but I had to save room for the cheese curds and the southwest chicken eggrolls, which are absolutely amazing! We must always get the garlic cheese bread Although there's never room to finish everything all at once! That just means there's leftovers. I always save the best for less which is the Hawaiian coconut cod. This is the absolute best fish in town, but it must be Eaton with the orange marmalade sauce! I can't thank the kitchen enough for ensuring that they have the orange marmalade every time I come in! The service is great. The atmosphere is fun and always busy. This is my favorite place to eat when I want fried fish. read more

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10/10, will return Food: Amazing. Everything was so delicious, came out quickly, and was piping hot. Quantity was plentiful and we all walked out very full. Service: Excellent service. Beverage refills were offered and came out quickly. Ambiance: The setting was very casual, along the river, simple. The space was quite loud, but during the summer, it appears as though the doors open and it looks lovely. read more

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I've only been here one other time but this time for sure tops my previous experience. Me and my friends were seated right away and got our drinks what felt like seconds after ordering them. Our server Ariel went above and beyond even when my order was messed up by accident I was immediately notified and made aware of the fact my food would be at my table later then my friends and it didn't feel like that long after. The food was delicious and the ambiance was wonderful and felt very lively. Me and my friends will definitely be returning some time soon. read more

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The food and service were excellent! We ordered the soup flight! All 3 were delicious. The coconut encrusted cod, lobster stuffed shrimp and fish tacos were amazing. read more

H2O's Waterside Grill - Soup flight - Bars Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

Food was absolutely amazing, the fish and lobster was fantastic. Nichole was our server and service was fantastic, she was very interactive and friendly. Highly recommended, and great view of the Saginaw River! read more

Finally had the chance to come and check this place out! My wife and I came here for a date on Thursday evening. It was a beautiful night, we sat on the deck and had amazing food. We started with the corn dip. I got the chicken sandwich and my wife got the scallops. the servers were awesome. I typically ask the servers "what is the best thing to eat here?" They have a huge menu so it was hard to decide what to eat. Shout out to the servers for helping point me in the right direction. Of course, I'm sure everything there is fantastic. I've heard a lot of good reviews about this place, so I'm Glad I got to go check it out for myself! read more

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Apparently, H2O's used to be a Hooter's, so that's a step in the right direction already. That must be the inspiration behind every 'O' in the menu capitalized sO the wOrds lOOked like this. I ordered the lObster bisque. It was fairly creamy, but nothing to write home about. I alsO Ordered the fish sandwich with cOd. A bit pricey for two pieces of fried cod on a bun but I was glad it was flash-fried, meaning there was just enough fry to give it texture and crunch without pulling from the texture of the fish. Unfortunately, service was fairly slow likely due to the lunch rush. It took a while for the servers to take our orders or bring drinks/refills. We had a server in training during the rush, so that may have explained why it took extra time for the trainee and trainer to return to our table. Overall, big improvement from a Hooter's but nothing memorable. read more

H2O's Waterside Grill - Fish sandwich (cod) - Bars Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

Food was great! Crowded night, so we are outside on a cooler evening. Excellent service and staff. Will definitely be back!

Amazing food, beautiful view. Will drive the hour and half to come again!! Muscles in white wine are delicious. Lobster rolls can easily compete with what I have had in Boston. Olivia was a great server:) read more

Stopped in for lunch on the water front. Patio was lovely. Staff were very efficient. Food was very good. read more

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Food is pretty consistent. Nice , view and music most of the summer. Service is usually good. Not to hard on the wallet either.

Food is always great. Mussels are my favorite. Fish sandwich and the 966 wings are also favorites. read more

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I will start with the atmosphere, located on the riverfront in Bay City with a great view from inside and a beautiful view from the deck. The menu is good with excellent choices in food and drink. The food is well prepared and is excellent in taste and quality. Serving sizes are ++. The drinks are well made and not too strong that the taste is overwhelmed. The service is excellent, fast, knowledgeable and always with a smile. Very attentive throughout the meal. read more

Amazing amazing Lobster rolls!! Live on other side of Michigan but would travel back just for those!!

Super busy so my service was a little slow, but the food was excellent. I had walleye, which was delicious came with fries and coleslaw and I was especially impressed with the coleslaw- different and tasty! I was traveling so ate by myself, but this place would be great for a few drinks. Loved all the outdoor space. read more

We stopped in here after a long day on the road and we're pretty pleased! It's a great location right on the water. It has both indoor and outdoor seating and a beach vibe atmosphere. They had live music when we were there that was real nice, not too loud that you couldn't carry on a conversation. Our oysters were a little small, but that's typical with the cold water ones. They were very clean and tasty-be sure to ask for horseradish and cocktail sauce because they are served with the wine vinegar sauce! Our service was good, they were busy, could have been better but it was not bad. Overall, we will definitely go back! They had some great seafood offerings, including lobster rolls, seafood pizza (available with a cauliflower crust!), lobster cakes, crab legs, walleye and perch. They also had steaks and burgers, pizza and sandwiches, and lots of salad options. I'll bet it's really busy here on the weekends. read more

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Food was very good in the fact that the lobster roll had real lobster and a lot of it! Service was prompt and polite also with a pleasant smile and conversation. read more

Came here for my daughter's 21st Birthday dinner, now that she lives in Midland and she found this place. We were here in the summer, July 31 and the weather was perfect that day and we sat outside on the deck, with a view of the river. I highly recommend doing that. We saw 2 freighters pass through, it was very cool. Nice menu, good variety of seafood, appetizers, pizza and entrees. A couple of us at our party split a pizza, is was fantastic! There was this funny guy who must be a regular here, and he came over and sang very loudly Happy Birthday to her. Later the management asked me if he was bothering us, but he wasn't. Everything was good, service was decent. Will definitely be back! read more

On our way out of Michigan but had to have another dinner at H2O. Our 4th dinner there in a month. My husband was excited to see Prime Rib was on the menu. We were seated in the first table on the left, against the wall. The sun was setting in my husband's face. He tried to eat with one hand, holding the coaster up in his left hand to block the blinding sun. The waitress finally noticed and moved us to a high top, away from the glare of the sun. His Prime Rib was tough and he was so disappointed. He sent it back to the kitchen and decided he wasn't that hungry. The waitress was very apologetic. A Manager did not come over to our table, as we expected. I'm sure they were busy, on this Saturday night. I had the Grouper Tacos and they were OK. Not too much flavor. read more

Location, food and staff were all wonderful. Had a nice lunch and great cocktails when we were there. Will be returning when we're in the area again read more

H2O's Waterside Grill - View from our seats outside on the deck. Perfect. - Bars Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

Oysters were great. Went with the Coconut Cod. Huge portion of fish. Really good! Views are very nice. Service was solid.

Fantastic pretzels and Coconut Cod! Elyse was an absolutely great waitress with a phenomenal personality!!

Everything we ordered was good. Service was also good. Kids menu is good if you have kids their kids menu is worth it

Stopped by Saturday afternoon for a quick bite and a cocktail. We asked to sit outside and enjoyed the view of the river. Our server was quick to come by and ask about drinks. The cocktail menu is awesome. All the drinks sounded amazing and it was difficult to pick one! I decided on the coconut cove. It was a coconut mojito. It was delicious. Perfect combo of mint and coconut. I could have ordered three more. For apps we picked the Buffalo shrimp and the southwest egg rolls. Both were good and what you would expect from a bar/grill restaurant. Our server was super nice when we asked to move inside (I didn't dress for sitting outside and needed some a/c). Here was my issue and reason for 3 stars. There was a fly situation inside. It's not the waitstaff's fault- I really know that...but it was a buzzkill. Literally. If they could figure that part out I would love to go back and try some more drinks. read more

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