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Toccoa Riverside Restaurant

2.9 (487 reviews)
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Moderate noise
Casual
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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Trout Sandwich with side of fries
Christine D.

First time visitor to the area with our family of six. We sat at a table outside by the river, which had huge umbrellas to shade from the sun, which was a nice touch. Our waitress was super helpful and very attentive refilling drinks without asking. For appetizers we started with the fried green tomatoes, which were just OK as they were served with a marinara sauce different taste profile. For entrées, we ordered a variety of items including the shrimp tacos, and fish sandwich and grouper platter. The kids ordered pasta with butter and chicken fingers and french fries. The fries were real potato wedges, which were absolutely delicious.

Instagram post with no indication they are closed on the 4th of july.
Richard D.

We called and got their answering machine. Couldn't talk to a human. We checked their website for any closure notices. Even checked their social media. All I had on Instagram was a happy 4th graphic with no indication of their hours on the 4th. Nothing indicated they would be closed on July 4th. But, when we arrived on July 4th guess what? They were closed. If you are going to have updated holiday hours, it needs to be communicated in some way to your customers. We checked three different ways and there was no indication of a closure. Completely bad way to do business.

Trout sampler (lemon pepper, pecan crusted, blackened) green beans, and corn nuggets.  All so very good! Lemon pepper was my favorite.
Allison S.

We had amazing service, great food, and the experience for our dog was very cool. We had trout sampler, grouper, and fried catfish. We all enjoyed our meals. And our dog had the chicken. The pooch patio was in the front without a river view but still a wonderful experience and highly recommend.

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Tonia K.

Ok.....so I have seen this place on Yelp the last three to four times I have been here. I never went because of the reviews but thought I "will give it a shot". 5 stars for our server and a few other staff members I encountered. The views are gorgeous! (5 stars). The food is like 0-1. There were things that could be added to an entree and we tried but apparently according to the chef/owner a burger isn't an entree and I couldn't add. It was an additional $18 so not sure what his beef was. I read many reviews basically saying the owner or chef is rude and a jackass. I asked for fries well done - they weren't - afraid to try to ask to send them back because I was afraid of guy telling me no as again I read the reviews. Most expensive lunch and worst lunch of my trip..... Try Cantaberry in downtown Elijay. Food is great and they cater to you. Read other reviews.......

Daniel C.

Being from a culinary city (Miami) this place was a great place to have lunch. Quality of food was good. My blackened grouper sandwich was delicious; fries - a bit salty. The blondie dessert was wonderful too. Service - outstanding and the view of the river made it relaxing.

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Mike M.

Really not bad. We were visiting North Carolina and were told about the Toccoa Riverside restaurant. It's a beautiful restaurant set right on the bank of the Toccoa River. We were promptly seated with a beautiful view of the river. We ordered the Baja Fish tacos, grilled cheese sandwich, and the grouper sandwich for lunch. Our Food came out fairly quickly. The grouper sandwich was delicious, but the coleslaw was a bit odd. the Baja fish tacos were delicious but the french fries were ordered well done and they were obviously not well done. The grilled cheese sandwich was good, but it really wasn't anything special and again the french fries were not well done. The place has a lot of charm right on the river. The views are exceptional and the beer is cold. Definitely worth stopping in for a bite

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One of the best restaurants in North Georgia, best trout hands down. The Cajun Popcorn is delicious as well.

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The view of the river is great. The staff are friendly. The trout is fresh. All good things.

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My family and I have been coming here for years and have always had an enjoyable experience! Good food, nice staff and beautiful scenery!

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Worst food and service EVER!!!! Should of read the reviews before we dropped 150 bucks on cold food, uncooked fish and rude waiter!!!

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Wow! The pecan crusted trout was to die for along with the setting and great wait staff. We'll be back!

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Ask the Community - Toccoa Riverside Restaurant

What do you have against families with children?

Owner also has problems with chest feeding in public. What a joke!

Is there a full bar?

Yes ... but parking is a real problem.

Is it dog friendly?

Yes on the dog patio only.

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Harvest On Main - The blacken chicken salad. One of the best dinner salads I've ever had and the chicken was a nice temp when they brought it.

Harvest On Main

3.7(868 reviews)
6.7 mi
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We went to Harvest on Main with another couple. We were all very happy with almost everything. And…read morethe things we didn't love were a matter of personal taste, not inferior taste. We shared the Brussel sprouts, the spinach and artichoke dip, and the three Onion and Apple soup. That soup was killer!!! Two in our party had the Tomahawk Pork chops. One had the Salmon over Teriyaki rice. I had the peach habanero meatball appetizer as a meal. All were really really good. Kaya was our server and she was wonderful. We are having dessert elsewhere but we will be back and will try it next time based on how good the food was.

I ate lunch here on 10/31/25 and I sat at the bar. The restaurant was very busy so I was grateful…read moreto get a seat and not have to wait for a table for one. The gal behind the counter was very prompt and courteous and answered my questions about options on the menu. There is a big stove across the bar so you can see some of the cooking that gets done. The only issue with that is the heat...I didn't want my frosty beer glass to warm up while I enjoyed one of their local brews. I'd rather sit away from the cooking action. I ordered the crab cakes which came with coleslaw. The crab cakes had a nice sauce decorating the top of each cake. I asked for more because the crab cakes were a bit more bread filled than crab filled. I know I am spoiled with west coast Dungeness crab as you get a lot of chunks and not well flaked blue crab, but I really was hoping for more crab than I got for the money. The coleslaw was just okay. It was a nice mayo based dressing but lacked a tangy/sweet combo that I just adore. I am not impressed enough to return.

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Harvest On Main - Downstairs bar and dining room

Downstairs bar and dining room

Harvest On Main - Shrimp and grits at harvest! Pretty good food with a nice ambiance. Worth a stop when you're in town

Shrimp and grits at harvest! Pretty good food with a nice ambiance. Worth a stop when you're in town

Harvest On Main - More empty tables, yes the restaurant is open and they accepted patrons who were white.

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More empty tables, yes the restaurant is open and they accepted patrons who were white.

Black Sheep Restaurant - Peach Cobbler

Black Sheep Restaurant

3.7(699 reviews)
6.6 mi
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This was such a wonderful evening! We made a reservation on Resy. It worked out great. We were…read moreseated right away. Our server was named Alyssa. She was super sweet and took great care of us. We were celebrating something special and she made sure our night was memorable. They started us off with the bread, which was absolutely delicious. Get the bread!!!! We ordered the pork belly for an appetizer. It was absolutely delicious. I ordered the shareable mac & cheese, and a salad that I customized. Alyssa went out out of her way to make sure that my salad was just how I wanted it. They were so nice about it. My dining partner ordered the black and blue fillet. It was cooked perfectly and was delicious. We both really loved the macaroni and cheese. They celebrated us with a bread, pudding, dessert and a really sweet card! When they presented the bill, they brought over housemaid chocolates that were absolutely delicious. We loved this restaurant so much and we cannot wait to return!

My friends and I came here for brunch during a visit to Blue Ridge. The ambiance and service were…read morereally wonderful and we were excited for our meal since it was a bit of a splurge for us. The food is the reason for the reduction in stars. We started with the shrimp and scallop fondue, which sounded so much better than it tasted, and the toasted bread it's served with was heavily salted and not enjoyable. My friends had the ribeye and said it was mediocre. I had the shrimp biscuit and only ate a few bites. The BBQ sauce was heavily salted and not pleasant, and the cheddar cheese just seemed like it didn't belong. As a cheese lover, this is the first time in over 60 decades that I've actually removed the cheese from a dish. I took the leftovers with me since I hate wasting food and ate the biscuit with some butter and the shrimp by themselves the next day. It still wasn't very good, but at least I didn't waste it. On the plus side, the cinnamon rolls were absolute delicious and were a bargain at $8 for six! They were the highlight of our meal. We also enjoyed the creme brûlée very much. Since the restaurant is pricey and so many of the dishes were a disappointment, we all agreed that we probably won't return to give it another try. We don't want to risk spending that much money again on a not-so-great meal.

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Black Sheep Restaurant - Bar

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Black Sheep Restaurant - Crab Cake Benedict

Crab Cake Benedict

Black Sheep Restaurant - Citrus Basil Martini

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Citrus Basil Martini

Whiskey & Water - Pork belly delicious

Whiskey & Water

3.9(259 reviews)
6.7 mi
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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

Whiskey & Water - Cioppino

Cioppino

Whiskey & Water - Seating area

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Seating area

Toccoa Riverside Restaurant - seafood - Updated May 2026

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