Delicious Mahi Mahi sandwich! Crispy shoe string fries. Attentive service. Very relaxing terrace setting. It was a very early dinner for us so, I can't speak to the noise level. Kick back or come celebrate a special occasion. read more

We Just had a Family Birthday celebration at Reds with 24 of us and I can't say enough Good things about how the event went. The atmosphere was Great, the Food was Great and the service from our Waitress was EXCELLENT!!!! So would I go back? YES I WOULD! and I would ask to sit in Alyssa's section because that was our waitress and her service was above and beyond. Jayne V read more

One word: meatloaf. Get it and not only will you be impressed you'll eat for days on it. A generous portion of meatloaf stacked on top of whipped mashed potatoes and served with the best zucchini fires I've ever had. Service was great and the atmosphere was nice and clean (we sat in the bar). My only suggestion would be to have more of a beer selection. Draft beer was kind of minimal and still had Bell's summer brew, which I thought was a little late? Also, no dessert menu was offered... oh well :-/ Overall, our experience was great and I'd recommend this place to anyone! date of visit: 10/29/11 approx. 6:30pm read more

We liked Reds better when it was located in Rockford. It still is good and most of the food is well above average. We have not had anything that was exceptional or truly memorable though. It is somewhat out of the way and off the beaten path not which does limit its appeal. read more

A couple weeks ago we went to Reds to celebrate my parents 50th wedding anniversary. Our server Lori was amazing! She took the time to take pictures for us and was so patient, and accommodating. Our food came out in a timely manner and the food was delicious. I would highly recommend any of the steak choices. read more

Aside from the hostess... Everything was great. Hostess was a little slow, probably would have turned us away if I did not ask to wait for a table. Our waiter mentioned he has heard complaints about the hostess being short with customers. We had no reservation but only waited 20 minutes for a table. We waited in the bar, my cocktail tasted bad, the waitress took it back and it took about 10 minutes for a replacement. Apparently the tonic gun was out and had to be refilled or something. The replacement was perfect. Once we got our table, Good friendly service, the food was great. We ordered champagne and requested a cheese platter (which was not on the menu) and received a nice trio of cheese and fruit to acompany the wine. Prompt, friendly service, very good food, nice ambiance. Dinner was very good but the menu could use a little more diversity. Pretty standard fare but well prepared. read more

The sign on the road says "public welcome." Twice we've gone there for a weekend lunch and been turned away because there was a private event. Be careful, public, you may not be welcome. read more

2nd time here, both times were far below par. 1st time for my Fathers birthday. Steaks were tough and not very flavorful. For the price they should at least be better than Lonestar or Longhorn, they weren't. Service was good. 2nd time for Thanksgiving, it was a buffet which I don't like anyway but it was laid out oddly. They had no turkey or gravy when we got to the meat table. Most items were breakfast items. The salad table was nearly empty of salad vegetables and the dressing was not good at all. It was soggy and lacked flavor. Finally they came to our table and let is know they had more turkey ready. By the time we got back to the table all there was left was some shredded turkey bits. It tasted Ok but its Thanksgiving, how can you not have enough turkey. They were also out of ham. Come on people you know how many people are coming everyone had reservations. I am so dissatisfied with this place I will never be back. Don't waste your time or money, the atmosphere is very nice, the staff is very nice but the food is cafeteria quality at best. read more

Celebrated my 1st year anniversary here, and the staff took it to heart to do anything possible to make our day special. Food was amazing and the ambiance was perfect, but all it takes is a bad staff to ruin it. They really hit it home in all categories. read more

Had a lovely bartender that actually engaged me in conversation. Only had a drink and appetizer so can't comment on their menu. I did have the mussels that were tasty and a large portion. Lovely setting. read more

I've been to Reds twice before and both times something's felt just "off". I'm hoping for a better experience this time, but our first mistake is choosing to sit in the air-conditioned interior rather than on the deck (it is too warm to sit outside and enjoy a hot meal, we believe). The hostess is clearly overwhelmed and we do that awkward dance at her stand while other patrons filter in behind us. Our seater makes no small talk as she guides us through the mostly-empty restaurant to seat us at a small two-top crammed against the window-wall looking onto the deck, right next to a table with kids. Our second mistake of the evening is not asking to be reseated somewhere else. We spend uncomfortable moments studiously ignoring the coughing child at the next table and feeling like fish on display next to the window. Our server arrives to tell us the specials. She seems friendly, but we quickly find out she is just slightly "off": mixing up which beers are on draught; forgetting to check back after food is delivered; and promising to dry our table but never following through. Our busboy is inattentive as well; I have to remind him to clear dishes from our table. As I peer around the room, I am struck by the odd placement of tables which forces food-runners to weave unnaturally around other tables to properly deliver plates. And it is strange to see so many servers and busboys hovering at the perimeter of the restaurant, as if they are uncertain what to do or where to go. The food-runners glance repeatedly, almost nervously, at their order slips as they shuttle dinners. I feel vaguely uneasy but hope the food will quell my disquiet. To start, I order the Chicken Wings tossed in a fresh Jamaican jerk seasoning with a lime cilantro and sour cream sauce. I envision crispy drumsticks crusted with caribbean herbs; instead, I receive a generous bowl of wings coated with green slime. I read the menu again and it is clear the cilantro lime should be in the sour cream, not coating the meat! No matter; I am a brave contender and these wings are going down. I take a bite and relish the perfectly cooked chicken, but am suddenly hit over the head with a lime sledgehammer. Wham! No sublety at all, just a pounding blow to the noggin' with that slimy coating. I try to muddle through but end up leaving three wings, even with Juliet's help. I know what you're thinking, "Jeremy never leaves anything on his plate!" I wash the lime away with my Short's Pandemonium Pale Ale (which our server refers to as "Patio Pale"). I am beefed out after a week filled with burgers at The Butler in Saugutuck and amazing brisket at Six.One.Six, so I already know what I'm getting after researching the menu online: Cajun Mac 'N Cheese! Cooked with Spanish chorizo, andouille sausage and onion tossed in a creamy gruyere and parmesan cheese sauce, this dish is evidently a steal at $17, right? Wrong. The shallow bowl arrives and our chins drop. Really? The wings had been generous, but something as simple as mac-n-cheese is being served as if it were gold? Tentatively, I take my first bite...smoky, creamy, cheesy...and then I bite into what can only be classified as akin to a bacon bit as fake-tasting as Bac~Os. After a few more forkfuls, I am overwhelmed by all the flavors and inauthenticity. I never thought it possible to mess up mac-n-cheese! Like the wings, I feel the heavy-handed thump of the sledgehammer. Unhappily, I push away the rest of the noodles and finish my wine. At least the $6 Alfred Roca Pinot Noir is good! Both of us decline dessert, not wanting to risk any further injury. (In fact, we opt to drive back to Grand Rapids to enjoy amazing dessert at La Dolce Vita, but that's a story for another time.) It is worth noting that I have had satisfactory meals at Reds in the past, even if a little "off". I have to remind myself that we are not truly reviewing the restaurants on HeFedSheFed, but rather sharing this particular experience. Nevertheless, based on this adventure's unsatisfactory conclusion, I will not be rushing back to Reds on the River any time soon. read more

My husband and I recently ate here for the first time on a Friday night. We asked for a shaded spot on the deck and had a nice table. It took a little while for her to take our order, but we had already gotten our drinks so it wasn't a big deal. The waitress was very nice and our glasses never sat empty. I had the lamb shank and my husband got the NY Strip. Both were very good, I will probably go for the steak next time too. I would definitely eat there again. read more

Good food. Specials m-th. Nice atmosphere. Friendly service.

I went here with my parents, it was very nice. Mother and I shared a beet salad, it had pistachio's and goat cheese, it rocked. Dad had half a roast chicken and french onion soup, I had some of both, they were tasty. Nice views too, such a nice day along the Rogue river. read more

Not impressed. Food was over price for the quality. I go the flat iron steak and I was not satisfied for $24.

2nd stop in a week. Sat outdoors and management was able to accommodate our larger group. Portions seemed smaller than in past. I had the Wagyu steak. Hate to think I paid a premium for it. Staff was terrific. Band was not worth asking for the patio. Love the setting and hope for better next time. read more

Go here on a Monday!!! They have a special where you can get a Steak Burger, fries, and a domestic beer for $8. The Steak Burger is great - like nothing I've ever tasted. It's the juciest burger I've ever had and the flavor is just amazing. The only reason I am giving it 4 stars and not 5 is because the food is quite salty and service was not that great. Next time, I'll ask for no salt on the fries and less on the burger. Plus, I've been here other times for dinner, but it's just so highly priced. Service was lacking, too. Both times I've been there recently, dinner took nearly 2 hours. We found ourselves without a waitress once the meal was served and it took forever to get the bill and cash out. We also had the calamari app-which was cajun spiced and fried and it was great, but it was kind of gross that there was a pool of oil in the bottom of the bowl. Wish they had happy hour specials on drinks and apps, because the setting is great. But, it's just not a place that I can justify going frequently, unless I go on a Monday. The burger deal is so competitively priced that I can (and will) manage to overlook the shotty service and the saltiness of the food. read more

We have been eating at the Acorn Grille on Thousand Oaks Golf Course on 5 Mile NE on a monthly basis. Site, ambiance, service are always good. Saturday nights they have half price appetizers. Our meals have always been good but often miss the outstanding. One night I did their burrito n margarita. The burrito was dry, no sauce available and was only saved by the addition of salsa which was not offered up front. 11/29 we did escargot, calamari, filet mignon and the stuffed pork chop in addition to drinks. The escargot needed a more garlicky sauce, the filet was done a bit beyond his rare rare request and my pork chop was tasty but a bit tough...over cooked as there was no juice in it. Drinks and wine selection are good. Summer and Fall views are lovely. Their food presentation is good. We still like the place and will continue as customers hoping they can raise the bar in the kitchen and make themselves worthy of 5 stars. read more

We went to Red's for restaurant week. We have never been there before. Food was ok...the bad part was waiting 2.5 HOURS for food. Absolutely ridiculous. Manager was wandering around the outskirts of the dining room avoiding eye contact with all customers. I know it's not his fault or the waiter's fault but that was WAY TOO long to be pretending it was ok. Everyone in the restaurant was in the same situation. Good luck with the rest of restaurant week not everyone will be as patient as us. read more

Came here for lunch with my clients and it was pretty good. I got the salmon salad and it was tasty. Nothing to rave about. Your average fair. I absolutely loved the waitress, Stephanie. She was attentive and super sweet! The views are nice and it was pretty quiet which was nice. Would like to come back for dinner if I could have her serve us! :) read more

For many many months I would swing by here after work to grab my favorite southwestern chicken salad to go, and it was always delicious and amazing. I stopped to grab two salads and the Thai chicken lettuce wraps a few weeks ago, and the chicken in everything was off- rubbery and foul tasting. Neither one of us could finish anything that I had ordered (totaling around 50.00 after tip) I called the very next day just to politely inform them that the chicken was off and if at all possible I'd love a refund. I was always transferred to a manager only to leave multiple voicemails with no response. I gave it up for a week or two (because I assumed I'd receive a response and I didn't want to be pushy) and finally called back yesterday. I was met with the worst customer service I've ever dealt with. I was told that I never left a voicemail and I was not able to get a refund because it had been so long... he offered me ONE new salad when I come back... I won't be back. read more

Loved it, maybe unlike the other people we had great service and really enjoyed the time and food. I had perhaps one of the best steaks I've had in a long time, and definitely the best steak I've had in the West Michigan area (and I eat out a lot). We selected this place for my parents 40th anniversary and surprised them by having all the kids there, even the couple that is out of town. The food is pricey but not more than a dinner of that type calls for. Our server was great, she helped us all out as it was all our 1st visit there. The desert and coffee was wonderful as well. Not an every day place for dinner but great for a special occasion. Funny bit is the GPS had us no where close for some silly reason read more

I went to Reds on New Years Eve. My lobster bisque was quite good. It was a special for the night, and although it was lukewarm and thinner than a proper bisque, it had huge chunks of delicious lobster in it. I had the seared scallops which were great although a bit pricey at $35 for 4 medium sized scallops with a nice mushroom risotto. You pay for atmosphere here. I'm not sure why because it seemed like a fine dining version of Bill Knapp's. It had an elderly crowd, but I love the building and location. read more

My wife and I dined at Red's for dinner last week and for the most part were totally impressed with the service and quality of the food. Of note are their homemade salad dressings, which were creamy and of excellent taste and quality. My wife had a shrimp salad which was as fresh as it gets with beautiful huge shrimp. I had the ribeye steak which I had to send back because it was way under cooked. The quality of the meat was just okay, not stellar for the price, however everything else we had that night was teriffic. We'll certainly be back. Further, the service was great. Our server was George, who was totally professional and attentive. read more

This restaurant has gone downhill since opening at Thousand Oaks last year. While the menu appears to have some old customer favorites, the portion sizes have been made SIGNIFICANTLY smaller (and the prices have gone up...). The steak tortellini - while still delicious - is about 1/2 the size portion that it used to be. And the shrimp tacos literally have 2 popcorn shrimp in each of the 3 small tacos you are served. You definitely don't get what you pay for anymore... read more

Great food...offers a selection that is as interesting as it is good. Staff is fun and service is great. Drinks are intersting...ine list is unreal! There are some great places to eat in GR area and Reds is worth a trip to rockford. read more

Impeccable service accompanies extraordinary culinary expertise at this adorable eatery on the river.

Great lunch menu. Get the lobster grilled cheese or ahi tuna.

The demise of a great restaurant continues. My latest visit to Red's confirms something was lost in the move from Rockford. The quality of food and service is not what it used to be. The Mother's Day buffet was highlighted with raw prime rib, dried chicken and salmon, and desserts reminiscent of sweets from a vending machine. Combined with lethargic service, it made for a well balanced experience. I really wanted Red's to succeed at its new location. I was sadly disappointed. read more

Red's is great when they are not busy. But unfortunately a holiday or busy weekend will create chaos for their management and host team. Simple communication failures leading guests from the restaurant side to the banquet side, just to have them wait 30 minutes past their reservation time to be escorted back to the restaurant side. After being sat on the restaurant side we waited 15 minutes just for a server to realize we were there, instead of being informed by the host/management team. Food is fantastic service and management organization need drastic improvement. read more

On the contrary to the recent reviews I just had a fantastic dinner at Reds. We had a great server named Elise and the food was spectacular. The food came out hot and juicy! It is pricy but if you are looking for a great steak it is the place to go. read more

I love to sit outside and watch the river while eating good food and enjoying a great wine selection. The lunches are reasonably priced and they cater to my children's picky eating with no fuss! Dinners are a bit pricey - but every meal I've had I have enjoyed! Plus they have a great Tomato festival and do lots of events for the town of Rockford. read more

Birthday celebration for my sister. She lives on the west side of the state. I do not so I told her to chose a "really nice place". We had hoped the temperatures would stay in the 70's so we could sit outdoors (but they didn't, so we couldn't). Overall, the atmosphere was nice, noisy but not so you couldn't carry on a conversation. The food was very good, the service excellent, the Happy Hour free appetizers missed the mark (Mexican flavored hommus??) For dinner, we had the salmon, the whitefish and the jambalaya...and we enjoyed every bit. We finished with the dessert sampler--smaller portions of three desserts. They wrote "Happy Birthday" on the plate in wonderful chocolate (which we scraped off and enjoyed too) read more

Received an invitation to dinner and it was fantastic. I originally chose one item but the waitress when asked for her suggestion gave me a recommendation that was awesome. My wife also made an excellent decision with stuffed chicken and we started it all with a perfect appetizer of wild mushroom crostini with goat cheese, to die for! I have enjoyed a few quick meals here in the past but tonight was the reason we will be going back for more. read more

best steak + asparagus + mashed potatoes I've ever had! The steak is perfectly cooked and melts in the mouth. Great portion size too. Dessert selection varies by season, but the creme brulee is delicious! read more

The food was good but you will not believe this story. When we arrived we were told that it would take 20 minutes to be seated. No problem, we went and sat at the bar to wait. After 45 minutes I went to the hostess to inquire politely about how much longer it would be. I was not impatient just curious. The hostess replied "why don't you stand over by that table and fart". I should of walked out but we were with a group and it was getting late, so we decided to just ignore the rudeness and try to enjoy the dinner. read more

Went there for lunch with my family. The setting is great with a nice view of the river and a nice simple elegant decor. The food was amazing. I tried a bite of the Cuban sandwich and it's probably the best Cuban I have ever had. My wife had the chicken pesto sandwich and it was also good. I ordered their signature dish, the lobster grilled cheese and tomato bisque and it did not disappoint. Taking a simple dish -grilled cheese and tomato soup- and elevating it with great ingredients (gouda, american, and mozzarella cheese blend, sourdough bread, a nice chunks of lobster) is a technique that I wish most restaurants would embrace like Red's has. Truly an excellent dining experience. All the stars! read more

Amazing, some of the best food I have ever eaten!!! I loved the red burger and would highly recommend! Lemonade was amazing, I ordered 3!

Pricey but the juice us worth the squeeze. They do have soup salad and sandwich. The $10 burger and beer in the summer is worth it! ! They always have interesting specials and the ambiance is awesome! !! read more

Although the restaurant is beautiful, the food is overpriced and mediocre. The cheese polenta was just ok; the accompanying sautéed greens were bland and lukewarm. Overpriced at $19.50. Salad was extra - $5 for a very small Caesar that did not come when everyone else got their soup. read more