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    The Waterfront Bar

    4.2 (72 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    THE WATERFRONT BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Live music
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    BP P.

    Enjoyed a post hike happy hour meal. Happy hour goes from 2 to 5. Got the cheese sticks and they are awesome and huge! The servers are very friendly and very helpful! Enjoy the heated back porch over the river!

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    Super cute place on the river. Went for an impromptu relaxed date night dinner during the weekday. Server was so friendly along with the great atmosphere. The food was delicious too!

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    Eleanor W.

    On a hot summer day, there's no better place to roast in the sun than at The Waterfront Bar. My ex husband and I spent some time in the mountains and hit this spot on our way out. We sat on the lower deck outside patio and we got the corner table. Incredible view even with the heat and the geese yapping next to us. As far as the food, I have to admit it's pricey for what you get and considering this economy. It's like $15 for a hotdog and McDonald's fries. Also take a look at the chicken tenders. Never seen such a bland looking buffalo tender before. But I WONT LIE, IT WAS BUSSIN!!!! That was some good chicken! My ex husband is kinda weird and this is one of the reasons he's my ex: he ordered the chicken parm sandwich. I didn't even realize that those existed ... I thought it was a pasta dish... but he cleaned his plate so it must've been good. Unfortunately despite the good food, we couldn't patch up our relationship. Also as a side note it appears that someone threw their plate into the river. They must not have liked their dinner. But I enjoyed the food and my server and the view. I would definitely recommend this restaurant if you're rich.

    Thanksgiving dinner at the Waterfront Bar was VERY welcoming. Great, friendly staff!
    Sarah L.

    The Waterfront Bar and the staff was a Thanksgiving save!! #realtalk I literally had NO dinner plans until 4pm day of gobble gobble. I started googling "North Georgia Thanksgiving 2024". The Waterfront Bar popped up on a Georgia place to food list. I read about a buffet and called to confirm as well as ask for pricing. It was a GO and an impromptu 1 hour 20 min drive up the dragon's trail and through Blue Ridge. The venue = simple galvanized steel building. Upon walk-in, the bar area is front and center. The staff were immediately welcoming, it felt like they were already friends. SIDE NOTE: I looked liked... A surfer gypsy, who just rolled out of bed. They were still VERY nice. A cute server gal showed us to a booth seat in the dining area. I noticed the gals there were all pulled together well. That actually matters to me. If your slops in your looks, you're gonna be slops with my food. I'm from Vegas, it's unsaid law there. I ordered my drink, a mule with whiskey. It was stiff. I like stiff. We were shown to the buffet area. Let me say EVERYBODY was so nice, and chill. Food was all on point. Yes. Me issues = I'm picky AF. All food made in-house. Noice. I'm currently eating my pecan pie ... I'm SO glad I was able to take it home. The crust is perfect. The back outdoor deck / patio is REALLY awesome. It was cold and dark. I rolled in late. The last customer. I am going back during the day to check it out because great service, stiff drinks, and outdoor vibes are kinda my go-to. #facts Being from the West Coast your driving 1-2 hours to get around ANYWHERE. A chill drive up the hill to a family owned spot on the Tennessee stateline river... I'm down 100% I recommended this venue to my neighbor buddy as soon as I got home. He has already heard about it from his buddy. I can see why, the word on the street spreads quickly. This would be a good place for large families and business employee gatherings. Plenty of seating both in indoor dining area, and on the outdoor dual level wood deck. REASONS TO VISIT: 1. Strong Specialty Drinks 2. Good food 3. Quality Service 4. Outside deck on the river with dining area 5. Indoor dining area separate from the bar area 6. Exceptional service 7. Family owned

    What a cool bar!

    I'm not sure what was better... the food, the cocktails or the service. The staff was so kind, my drink was delicious and the food was amazing! I can't wait to return.

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    Vinny C.

    This place is a Gem! From the Riverfront views to the Amazing staff, give this place a try. The burgers are excellent! Ask for the minced peppers. They were out of relish, when we visited, the bartender offered to chop up fresh pickles for his own relish concoction. That is what sets Restaurants like these, apart from the rest. The customer service is second to none. Also, how can you argue with a $5.00 Jack & coke? Thank you, Waterfront Bar,for a wonderful visit!!

    Children's chicken tenders ($10)
    Lauren M.

    Very disappointed in the quality and quantity of food vs the price. A child's chicken tender meal comes with two little tenders and a very small amount of fries for $10. My chicken quesadilla ($14) I am pretty sure has pre-cooked, packaged chicken (tasted rubbery and lacked flavor), and no fries or tots on the side, just a few shreds of lettuce and 3 tomato chunks. My son got the French dip sandwich ($19) and said the one from Arby's is way better. Nice setting by the river and the service was good.

    A tasty, fruity and semi-dry Beaujolais!
    Craig F.

    Our first dinner at the Waterfront Bar was simply delicious! We arrived early and were greeted warmly at the door, and promptly seated outside on their lovely patio overlooking the Ocoee River. The owner came to our table, welcomed us and suggested a Beaujolais. We took him up on it, and loved it. My wife opted for the evening special: Coq au vin, accompanied by delicious potatoes and green beans. I chose the All Cattle & No Hat, thin strips of flat steak smothered in a savory mushroom sauce, served with an awesome potato cake and balsamic side green salad. There wasn't a bite left on either plate! This unpretentious spot in Copperhill should definitely be on your "must try" list.

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    Great service, great peach martinis. Highly recommend! Pot pie was great and ambiance remarkable

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    Love music, great view and cheap drinks. Our Jack & Comes were $4 on the patio. We especially enjoyed George & Justin!!

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    Great find while visiting the area. Food was great; service was outstanding. Would eat here again if in the area.

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    Thank you for the wonderful review, Eleanor!

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    Drinks solid, that's all I'd recommend. Chicken nuggets for every dish ehhh, canal food.

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    Whiskey & Water

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    Well I apologize for the very long delay on submitting this review. Yanno life gets in the way…read more.. Anyhoo, this place.... Wow... Really really enjoy this establishment. Not only it was on my birthday in which we celebrated. But our excursion to the mountains for the long weekend was a fantastic time. As you can see through the pictures we really went all the way my dish was as abundance of seafood that you could have with an amazing cioppino sauce that was also soppable with crusty garlic bread. The beverages were on point, they have a great menu of bourbons. Will not disappoint. As a surprise they gave me a flourless chocolate Bundt cake to take home with a candle. Being with the family is always a warm unforgettable experience. There is something to be said about being surrounded by people who care and love so much. I'm in bliss. Until next time ...

    We recently visited Whiskey and Water Seafood and Bourbon Bar and had an overall enjoyable…read moreexperience with a few standout items. For drinks, the Sweater Weather was the clear winner--well-balanced and thoughtfully crafted. The combination of Bulleit rye, La Pommiere Calvados, and sorghum created a smooth, seasonal cocktail with nice depth. The Properly Poached was decent but didn't quite impress in the same way; the Brugal Añejo, pear liqueur, dark wildflower honey, and pink salt made for an interesting profile, though it leaned a bit flat compared to the first cocktail. We started with the broiled sweet crab dip served fondue-style with pita chips, which was a great opener. It was warm, creamy, and rich, with good crab flavor that made it easy to keep going back for more. For entrées, the blackened mahi fish tacos were fresh and flavorful. The mango pico added a nice brightness, and the cilantro crema tied everything together nicely on the corn tortillas. The smash burger was another solid choice--juicy double patties with melted American cheese, crispy onion rings, house sauce, and house-made pickles that added a great tangy crunch. Service was ok waitress took a bit to bring the drinks and then the food took about 30+ minutes luckily we were entertained by talking to locals that we really weren't concerned. Overall, the restaurant delivers a pleasant upscale-casual dining experience with well-executed comfort favorites and creative cocktails. Definitely worth a visit, especially for the crab dip and the Sweater Weather cocktail and the fish tacos those were my overall favorites. Prices are mid range. Note that the restaurant as most restaurants in the Blue Ridge close early.

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    Whiskey & Water - Full bar area

    Full bar area

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    Cioppino

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