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    The Pump House

    3.9 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    THE PUMP HOUSE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    midnight manhattan
    Hannah F.

    We went to The Pump House in Rock Hill and overall had a really nice experience. I have a garlic allergy, and I truly appreciated that the cook actually came out to talk to me about what he could safely prepare. That meant a lot. I ended up getting the filet with fries and broccolini, and it was delicious. Everything was cooked perfectly and you could tell it was high quality. The only downside was the service. Our waitress was also manning the bar, which felt a little odd, and service was a bit slow because of it. We made reservations for 4:30 p.m. the day before Valentine's Day, and they weren't even busy at that time, so that part was a little confusing. Overall, the food and the way they handled my allergy were great, which really stood out. With smoother service, it easily would've been 5 stars. I'd still go back!

    A view from the Catawba River
    Jeff M.

    Great restaurant overlooking the Catawba River. The food is priced in the moderate range but is very high quality. Everything that I have ever had from here has been fantastic! They have a full bar with beer, wine and cocktails. They have 12 taps with ALL local (NC/SC) beers on them. Obviously, the big draw is the atmosphere and astonishing views of the Catawba River. This place is great for special date nights or out with friends without breaking the bank. Cheers!

    Gumbo, Ginger Bee drink, empty cornbread canister
    Alecia C.

    I had a great time here. The customer service was good and our waiter was attentive to us. The corn bread with the peach butter was soft on the inside with a slight crunch on the outside was such a good pre game before the meal! I ordered a drink with Mezcal which wasn't the best, but I was able to return my drink with no hassle. The replacement ginger drink wasn't bad, but not exactly my favorite. I order the gumbo and it had a nice flavor and the portion size was big. I was able to take leftovers home. The crab meat and smoky sausage was my favorite. Overall, the visit was really pleasant. I only took a Star off because I've had better gumbo elsewhere, but it's pretty solid.

    Salad
    Scott F.

    Made a visit to the Pump House and was not disappointed. Started with the cornbread they sent to the table and it was excellent. For entrees we went with the Drunken Elk Chop and a wedge salad with fried chicken. The salad was amazing and the portion of chicken was impressive. The chicken was crunchy and delicious. The salad dressing that comes with the salad was also very tasty. The Elk chop was also very good. Cooked to perfection and the romesco sauce was also delicious. Service was ok. Could have been a bit better as drinks ran empty but not terrible. Looking forward to going back.

    Restaurant week menu
    Keeley M.

    I've been wanting to try this restaurant for years now and finally had a good reason to now that it's part of restaurant week. We float the river during the summer and I've always heard good things about their food. It's a little bit of a drive for us but the good and service from Jenn was great. We ate off the restaurant week menu. We ordered shrimp cocktail which had cocktail sauce and a white sauce which was delicious, braised short rib crostini (also very delicious), NY strip, and salmon. Even though the menu listed seared salmon I was able to choose how I liked it cook and even added blackening seasoning. We also had chocolate tarts for dessert that were rich and creamy. I also can't forget their delicious cornbread and peach butter... it tasted like cake. All the food we ate was delicious! I peaked at their dinner menu for the normal pricing and I doubt I will be back for dinner considering their steaks are normally around 50-60.00. They also serve brunch which sounded more affordable and I look forward to maybe checking their brunch out one day. Overall a very nice dinner and great service!

    Beautiful view
    Kay T.

    It's been awhile since I've visited this place but the food and service is always 5 star. If you want a scenic view for dinner or brunch, this is the place. Today was brunch and I highly recommend reservations to ensure you are seated in the rooftop area. The French toast was okay and I forgot I do not like their breading. I would suggest the chicken biscuit as another option. Nevertheless, the bacon and pineapple mimosa was tasty. One of my friend's entree was not cooked they way she requested (medium well steak and not well done) and they fixed it quickly! Also my friends surprise me and they brought dessert and glasses of champagne for a toast. Thank you Pump House staff for a great birthday brunch with my friends!

    Easter menu
    Cassandra B.

    We went here for a yummy Easter brunch. The service was great and they were very attentive. The food came out hot and fast. We enjoyed mimosas and they were very good. They also brought out a basket of muffins but I didn't get a picture of those.

    Chicken and waffles

    We went here for Mothers Day and I must say that it was a terrible experience. The staff was good and friendly overall but the food was the absolute worst. The bread was barely warm and had clearly been made hours before we arrived. The eggs were not real, the waffles tasted stale and were basically inedible. The pork belly and steak were overcooked. The good things about the visit was the fruit, the grits, and potato hash. The drinks were good but no bottomless mimosas was a bad idea. We had been here twice before with no issues but I don't think we'll ever go back.

    Pan seared U-12 Scallops  Bacon Pea Risotto
    Jaime S.

    My daughter and I were staying in the Ballantyne area of NC and decided to check out the Riverwalk area in Rock Hill, SC about 20 minutes away. The Pump House is located next to the river, at the end of a beautiful new community of houses, restaurants and businesses. We arrived at 7pm and were seated right away by a very nice hostess. We decided to sit outside on the covered balcony with openings on the sides. Thank goodness it was covered, because about 5 minutes after we sat down it started raining. Cierra was our server, she's also the bartender. Cierra was great, she was very knowledgeable of the menu and gave great suggestions. We started with drinks, both refreshing cocktails, made perfectly. For an appetizer we shared the crispy calamari. It was fried perfectly with fried peppers and I think okra as well. It came with an aioli that tasted more like a spicy mustard, so we asked for the garlic one, which accompanied it nicely. For our entrees, my daughter ordered the short rib, with the cheerwine au jus on the side. The short rib was beautifully placed on top of truffle grits and Lima beans. The short rib was so tender and everything went very well together. I ordered the pan seared scallops, that were placed on top of the pea and bacon risotto....delicious. We ordered a side of truffle frites, but once we had them, we realized our eyes were bigger than our stomachs. I enjoyed every bite of my meal. We ordered crème brûlée to go. Everything from start to finish was great! The service, the food and the ambiance looking at the water. Even though it rained and we sat on the balcony, we never felt a drop.

    Salad with seared scallops
    Audrey U.

    The Pump House is full of history! If you visit, take time to read signs, view old pictures and see some items from the original pump house around the restaurant/outside. The place is great for any occasion. They had two private events on the day I visited, so the 4th floor and rooftop bar were unfortunately closed. Inside is nice, but I enjoy the outside for views of the river. Food was great as was the service. For Sunday brunch, we had bottomless mimosas. The waiter took our order and timed our courses to ensure we had the next one but weren't rushed. Our drinks were never empty either. The quality of the food was a match for the price. Great and would love to return!

    Meatloaf
    Anna T.

    The elevator was out of service so we had to walk up to the 3rd floor. Other than that (which is out of their control) lunch was amazing. We had great service from the hostesses, wait staff, and a manager came by to check in. 2 of us had to meatloaf. It was really tasty. It has a charred exterior and a lot of flavor in the meat. The cheerwine sauce was excellent- I was skeptical, but it works! We also order the okra appetizer. It was too much for the four of us, lol, but we put a dent in it. My kids both got a sandwich: chicken and salmon respectively. They woofed them down before I could get a photo. My older boy tried a cup of the chicken soup- which has house made stock and fresh veggies. He said it was excellent as well. I loved the view of the river.

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    Ask the Community - The Pump House

    Is this boat accessible? Meaning can I pull up on my my, park & enter the restaurant?

    Not directly at the restaurant but a few yards down you can.

    Is the menu for Brunch the same on Easter Sunday?

    We will be featuring a special 3-course Easter brunch menu for the holiday. This menu can be found on our website, https://rockhillpumphouse.com/happenings

    Is there brunch on Saturday mornings or just Sunday?

    We only offer brunch on Sunday from 10a to 3p. We hope to have you join us soon.

    Is there a dress code? Can I wear jeans & a nice top?

    I've seen everything from shorts n tanks to business casual.

    Do you serve brunch daily?

    Meghan, We server our brunch on Sunday from 11a to 4p.

    Are you still sing Covid spacing for tables?

    We are still following the suggested Covid related safety precautions.

    Do I have to make reservations if I want to come just for a drink?

    We have had drinks here before with no reservations

    Are you dog friendly on the patio?

    Suzanne, Our restaurant and patio are not pet friendly. Please let me know if I can be of further assistance.

    Does the pump house do bottomless mimosas?

    We offer bottomless mimosas on Sunday during brunch.

    Hi, are there many options for kids/teenagers there? We have reservations to take some friends there including several kids, ages 9-15.

    Laura, We do offer a kid's menu that is geared for children 12 and under. Also, we do offer a burger on our lunch menu that is not listed on our dinner menu and have certainly made accommodations for younger guests looking for something more… Read more

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