Wow! Didn't realize we were staying in town on Prom and wedding weekend. Downtown crazy busy. Nick…read moreat the Compton recommended Blu. SO glad he did! Tenny was our waiter. Super job! Great recommendations and when the special we ordered was sold out we were able to change the fish for the same prep. Started with a blueberry margarita, which was tart but excellent. I like grapefruit (I peel it like an Orange and eat the wedges without sugar) so right up my alley. Even my wife (who doesn't like grapefruit) loved this drink. Had the Ceviche app. Really good. I am kind of a ceviche expert (have been eating it and a similar food called kelaguin all over the world) and this may be the best we have had in the States. We shared the lobster ravioli and a pecan crusted red snapper (the monkfish was sold out) and both were great. Ravioli was exceptional. Three pieces, shrimp and perfect sauce. Lots of lobster in the filling. The snapper which again was the substitute for the monkfish was light with a more subtle flavor but was served with really good mashed potatoes and broccoli. Unfortunately the ravioli came out first (had to change the fish so slight delay) so the strength of the ravioli flavor would have been better as the second shared entree due to the subtleness of the pecan crusted snapper. But really that is not a complaint. Tight rooms, packed with tables and people. Even so not too loud to have a conversation and everyone was super nice. We will eat here again next time we visit.

When you first walk up it feels like you are walking into a fisherman's dock. It is so cool. There…read moreis a good sized covered / enclosed outdoor seating area and the inside spans out pretty big as well. We decided to sit at the bar since we planned on just getting a couple drinks and a dozen oysters, but we enjoyed it so much we ended up getting another half dozen oysters, a lobster roll and some crab hush puppies. All of the food was amazing. The only thing I wish was different is that the bread was not as crusty, but that is a personal preference because I like the butter to saturate the lobster and the bread. The bread is made in house- which makes mildly forgive the harder crust. ;-) The bartender we had was Chris. He was super attentive to all the other patrons and even tried to adjust the TV to the program some of them were hoping to watch. Our drinks were made with care and were efficiently delivered. We will definitely go back when in town. Fun fact: my boyfriend's sister is a local and goes there every birthday because she loves it so much!

First, let me write that me and my husband have eaten at some of the finest restaurants in the US…read moreand abroad and the River Grille in Bentonville, AR is a GEM! Brenda, the owner has created a spectacular place with ambiance, service and a beautiful experience! Lou, the pianist is there on Friday and Saturday nights and is very talented! Zach and Adam are experienced waiters whose timing is perfect and their rapport perfect! And the food delicious! We'll take River Grille over any steak house in NWA anytime!

We chose River Grille for our anniversary. Saturday evening, and had to take the 5 pm spot…read more Over the years, if asked about best filet in town, without hesitation , River Grille would be our recommendation. The restaurant is tried and true, understated elegance , attentive service. All those things are still true. My husband ordered the wagu special. The meat was very very tender. I had the 7 ounce filet. As usual, we shared tastes, and we really couldn't tell flavor difference between the two meats. The filet is still that good. I also ordered the mushrooms as a side. A very generous portion came and they were fine. Not amazing, but fine. Our waiter treated us to a lovely strawberry cheesecake and we really liked it. It was light and flavorful. A nice end to a heavier meal. We like River Grille. We truly do. But there was something that didn't resonate as in the past. Maybe the addition of so many other restaurants in the area that also offer wonderful food has shadowed the specialness of this place. Maybe it was a few things that didn't show attention to detail as we were accustomed. We will go again? Of course.

fantastic food, the best seafood in the area, fabulous drinks, and the specials are on point. super…read moreceliac friendly and the best place to get a gluten free safe meal for family dinner.

Best seafood in NWA imo. Every time I go I order off the specials board. Always something different…read moreand always spectacular. Oysters always fresh and tonight I had the crawfish and seafood platter. These were the biggest crawfish ive ever had. So good. The seafood platter i ordered grilled catfish cooked perfectly and not over cooked, grilled shrimp and fried oysters. All perfect. As side I had the dirty rice and cole slaw. All very good. Service was super fast and server was very nice and helpful . And FYI even if you dont have room for desert you really need to get the bread pudding to go and have later. Its fantastic.

Terrible experience in terms of low quality and overpriced food, 3.5 hour wait, smelly sweet…read morecandle, and dingy atmosphere. Furniture looks like it survived the 90's. It's a trash restaurant charging 5 star dining prices. They won't even plate a porterhouse steak onto two plates if you ask. Told us we needed to do it ourselves. She laughed at us and said 'he's not going to do that,' referring to the chef. All the other restaurants that serve a porterhouse do that standard because it's a massive steak that two people share, and they offer before you have to ask. Just snobby and weird attitude about certain things. They also serve a cheap version of Caymus wine, but have it priced like it's the premium version (my friend knows wine). 3.5 hours is too long to wait for a meal, especially on a weeknight when the restaurant is empty. They also didn't apologize, acted like this was completely normal, and said 'we didn't know you were in a hurry.' Really? Pay the same price and pick a legitimate high end restaurant like Sestina, Conifer, Junto, Ruth Chris, or Atlas. This place is a joke and I still get mad when I drive by. No idea how they stay in business except maybe for tourists who don't know how bad this place is until they've wasted their time and money. We need better restaurants in this area.

First off, the restaurant has some great ambience. Our waiter and the owner checked on us, visited…read morewith us, and made sure our dining experience was top shelf. My wife ordered filet and I order the ribeye. Both were cooked to perfection, tasted great, and were very filling. The corn soufflé was outstanding. We each ordered dessert. The hardest part was trying to make a choice from the drool-worthy dessert menu. It is quality food, the price reflects that, but it is a place we will be back to eat at again.

I ate at a Flying Fish in Little Rock 20 years ago and really enjoyed it. Well for the last 10 plus…read moreyears, my wife and I have been eating at the one in Bentonville, AR. I can honestly say I have never had a bad meal here at all. The gentleman who is in charge is usually at the register. He wears a hat, jeans mustache just a regular guy. But he gets the best out of his employees and is always ready to make sure you get a great meal. My wife loves the Salmon Salad or the fish tacos. I used to be a fried shrimp guy but one day I decided to try the hamburger. I asked him to cook it on the flame grill and omg. I go to a fish place for my hamburgers now! You have to ask specifically for it to be cooked on the flame grill if you want it, I promise you will get a large hamburger with a special taste that fills two hands, Just like the old days, not a little burger that they say is big. Personally I like to get the fried okra as my side. I eat my burger plain just meat and bun, but it will come with mayonnaise, lettuce and tomato if you like. My wife says leave it to me to find the best burger around is at a seafood restaurant! Hey, good food is found anywhere. I guarantee you will like whatever you get here. Enjoy!!!

So many choices for seafood prepared to suit individual tastes. Glad to have the "mud bugs" and…read morehush puppies this trip. Delicious!! Friendly service and clean dining room. Order and pay at counter Self seating.

We go here often, since it's within walking distance. The staff is always friendly and courteous,…read morethe food is always excellent, and the prices are reasonable.

Excellent seafood in an upscale but comfy environments. The seafood is fresh and flown in daily…read more The overall ambience is very upscale business casual to classy, it's a great place for a date or special anniversary or a great place to bring a group of business associates, everyone will find a good meal and good time who visits - that's always been my experience!

here last night and sat at the bar. The bartender was very nice and accommodating. The ambiance in…read morethe restaurant was nice and it was not busy. The food was great and cooked correctly. I did leave my AirPods at the bar and plan on going back today to pick them up. I have tracked them and I see they are still at the restaurant. I will be back to this location.

We had a big group (12 pax) celebration on a Saturday evening. Got a reservation for 8:30pm. We had…read moretwo servers who were so awesome - so good at their jobs! Even though they serve yummy bread to start, try the Bang Bang shrimp. So good. I got the Cod Imperial - which was tender and tasty. Make sure to leave room for dessert. They're huge and good for sharing!

Foods always great. Service 10/10…read moreAmbiance is warm, inviting, and really beautiful overall.

First trip to the new Mermaids location. Mike and the entire crew were so friendly. Mike did an…read moreamazing job with service and recommendations. We started with the lobster fritters and I had the Barramundi and my husband had the shrimp and scallop pasta. We topped that with bananas foster. Oh, and I had the Nikki-tini Overall, great experience, service, and ambience. The seafood dishes could use a little more spice and entree specific flavor.

This is a great local place, and the price point is good. Service can be a little hit and miss but…read morethe food is always good and worth it

All I can say is if you think this place is good you should have your head examined. Let's start…read morewith it's a freezer hole and miserableness starts when you walk in. Then there is the food and it just is horrible. Salsa is so bland and has no flavor at all. Chips left my hands smelling like a greasy sewer. The descriptions of the food whilst sounding delicious is not what comes to you. Go anywhere else!

Always on point!! Everything I have has had good flavor and tastes amazing! The batter on the…read morecheese curds is awesome, the fries are perfect! Just the right crispy yet fluffy inside!! Now the burgers all hit the spot! The freshness and perfect seasoning is spot on! They for sure know what they are doing!! Highly recommend!! You won't be disappointed!

I was in town to deliver training to our local office and one of my colleagues recommended I stop…read moreat The Witching Hour for the best burger in town. "What a bold statement," I thought. So in the interest of evaluating the hype, I ordered some via UberEats and it did not disappoint. First off, thanks to the Uber driver who got the burger and fries to my hotel while the food was still hot and the sodas were still cold. I was able to enjoy the juicy and flavorful King of the Monsters burger in all its 1/2 lb glory! The jalapeños were sautéed in just the right amount so that the heat was still there, but the flavor wasn't overwhelming. What I really loved was the balance of all the ingredients together, resulting in a taste of cream cheese, sautéed jalapeños, crispy onions, hot honey, peppered bacon, and Howdy Sauce in every bite. I also got the Pennywise Fries, which I was skeptical about but wanted to give a shot anyway. I was gobsmacked. Queso on fries can be a challenge to the novice, but the expertly cooked cheese was just the right consistency... not too thick and not too runny. I washed it all down with a couple diet dr. peppers and I went to sleep a happy man. I will DEFINITELY be back next time I'm in town.