Service was excellent, food was good, and the lemon drop martinis were banging. Def recommend if you are in the area. We arrived via the water. read more

We had dinner here while visiting friends at the lake on a Saturday night. The restaurant has two floors. The upper is the main dining room and the lower is a bar usually with someone playing live music. Both rooms have nice views of the lake. Had to wait about 30 minutes for a table so we waited in the bar which we really enjoyed. The musician was very talented. The main dining room we felt was a bit noisy as there were several large parties. We ordered our dinners which were the baby back ribs and the pan sautéed halibut. The ribs were good,meaty and cooked perfectly. However the halibut was not even warm. The manager came over and quickly insisted on remaking it. The second attempt was fine. The manager even apologized a second time after dinner. Overall I would recommend this place and will come back. read more

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I was honestly considering having dinner at a different place because of the reviews but I'm glad we gave it a shot. Food and drinks were good and our server Hailey was great. I was surprised at how packed it was, definitely a little noisy but overall my husband and I really enjoyed our time. read more

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Very good dinner on the lake, service was excellent! Nice spot! I enjoyed the local IPA as well! read more

Watersview Restaurant - American Near Me - Littleton, North Carolina

Food and service poor. Hostesses and waiters were rude and food was mediocre. Find other options if possible

Another great experience at Watersview, on the lake last night. We had 2 appetizers and it was more than enough for the 2 of us. We shared the Tomato Caprese, delish heirloom cherry tomatoes with buratta, so creamy and flavorful and the fried ribs.!I didn't like the sound of "fried ribs" but just order them, they were tender fall off the bone fabulous! Our waitress told us we'd like them, but we loved them instead ! Service was on point- the place was packed but I could sit and watch the sun setting over that lake every day, such a beautiful setting ! Well done Watersview. We will be back! read more

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Salmon was the best, will order again. Sides were perfect. Top tasting food on the lake, one of our favorites. The Captains Table is also a must. Always prepared perfect. read more

What a great way to spend a nice day. Great food and drinks. There was live music that night which made it even better. You can't beat the view! read more

Watersview Restaurant - View from downstairs bar - American Near Me - Littleton, North Carolina

Service was great (Mo)... my Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken pasta was delicious!! Prime Rib was a bust this time, tho'!

The lake view cannot make up for lackluster food and service. Both of our bases/sides- in one case potatoes and in another risotto, were not even warm; they had clearly plated them and let them sit before plating the proteins. We started with cornbread that was essentially cake, dessert-sweet. Service was friendly but we would have had another round of drinks if only someone asked. read more

My mom picked this place out for her birthday dinner and luckily they had a private area that could host our party of 20+ people. It was nice surprise to be seated in the private area and you could walk out on the deck to view the lake, which was beautiful! The waitress assigned to our party was really nice and I hate that I can't remember her name. It was pretty warm in the area despite the numerous fans but she pulled the shades down and that helped a little but not too much. The menu is pretty limited and the food was was overpriced for the quality. I ordered the mahi and cleaned my plate because I was starving but I've had better and several others in the party said the same. read more

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Pretty mad they changed the Alfredo a bit UGHHHH like why would they do that to Alfredo anyway being back put good Alfredo

Wonderful time at Watersview. We arrived around 245 and they were serving their lunch menu. We asked when dinner started which was 4pm- but we told we could order appetizers. We decided to do so and wait for dinner. We ordered 3 to share and they were all SO good. The calamari and seafood dip were my favorites. We stuck around and the waitress took our dinner order a bit early for us - and we both selected an entree. Both were wonderful. This was a weekend trip, not sure we will be in the area again- but 10/10 recommend! read more

Watersview Restaurant - Tuna, seafood dip, calamari! All exceptional - American Near Me - Littleton, North Carolina

Top floor restaurant had good food and the service was fantastic, especially for a busy night. The bar below was the exact opposite experience. Bartender w Cubs shirt was arguably one of the rudest employees I've seen to customers in quite some time. Based on her attitude and skill at bartending- Waterview can do better. read more

At Lake Gaston for annual lake trip that me and friends make every year the weekend after the labor day. Service was great but my main dish left something to be desired. I ordered their Smoked Chicken Wings and the Captains Fried Platter. The wings were awesome and would so get those again. I also had a piece of Tuna sashimi and a piece of cast iron sweet potato cornbread. Yum! That cornbread I could have ate the whole little skillet myself lol It was the Captains Fried Platter that was just not good to me. I got the choose two (Rockfish and Shrimp). The fish was huge and the shrimp were plump but the batter on the both was just so bland no seasoning and the batter was just falling off. No amount of tartar sauce was helping. I just could not finish eating. I gave the rest of my dinner to my sister's boyfriend and he also thought the same thing. I would not get that dish again, but would happily get the wings if go back there next trip. read more

Watersview Restaurant - Frozen Lime Margarita - American Near Me - Littleton, North Carolina

The special last night was the 12 ounce Prime Rib and it was cooked to perfection and melted in my mouth. It was about an hour wait as it was Saturday night but was worth the wait. read more

Watersview Restaurant - New menu for 2025 - American Near Me - Littleton, North Carolina

Sunday brunch was off the charts amazing... French toast best ever..! Service and setting was top notch. Thank you for a wonderful experience. read more

Things have gone in the wrong direction... We eat hear often (maybe not going forward) 2-3 times a month. This last meal embarrassed me... Wife ordered a $45Filet - meat was cooked well but the sauce it was set in was sweet (wife who never complains almost couldn't eat it) Did we say something yep and were told yeah the chef didn't add the bourbon to the sauce "do you want something else?" NO we want the "chef" to taste things before they are sent out - really you didn't taste the sauce you put under a $45 filet? I had a pasta dish bland - took have home and the next day I couldn't even eat it for lunch. Look we get we're not a big city - but Please Have Pride and make great dishes - or quit cooking ... TASTE EVERYTING you send out! Servers and views are great get the food right! read more

Great food especially for a "lake" restaurant. Pork Tenderloin was tender and flavorful. The Ahi Tuna appetizer was also good. We had friendly, quick service. The view of the water is beautiful at sunset. read more

Service was good, food was not. Our table got the creamy Cajun pasta, burger, salmon and a few other things. Personally I thought the Cajun pasta had a good amount of spice but very bland. No real flavor. The chicken in it tastes frozen. read more

Watersview Restaurant - Creamy Cajun Pasta - American Near Me - Littleton, North Carolina

Locals favorite!! Best atmosphere at Lake Gaston. The food and service is always great! No matter what the occasion, or no occasion at all, I always know my experience at Watersview will be stellar!! read more

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The Watersview offers a awesome atmosphere, great food, and spirits. Below Deck is happening as well for a little night life.

Stopped in first time for sunset on the lake, birthday cake and coffee. Really disappointed and insulted. Music blasting, can't hear yourself think much less speak! Definitely can't hear the friend right next to you! Waitresses screaming in your ear and trying to headbutt your face. They are unable to stand up straight! Probably because they couldn't hear me either! BUT: Great cake and good coffee! "Our owner controls the sound from his house." Yeah, right! You won't see me there again! Beautiful location, good parking. Chair in the ladies room had been busted out, so you can't sit down on it. Pretty looking place, but typical North Carolina rudeness. Just don't. Can't recommend. read more

The food was fine but there were fly's EVERYWHERE in our food in our faces and it was so gross do NOT eat here. We were pleased by our server though so that was nice. read more

Downstairs cook. July 12 lunch. Worried about what he can watch on tv. Lond beard no hairnet. No gloves. Time to lean time to clean. Lazy and disgusting. read more

Beautiful view. Staff is rude AF every single time.Food menu not good. No fans to move air. Go to Shady Shack where the food is good and the service is always great!!! read more

Great waterfront restaurant in the Lake Gaston area! I ordered the Captain's Fried platter with Shrimp and Oysters. The fried shrimp was fresh and hot!, but the French fries and oysters were luke warm. Our server was attentive and courteous. The jalapeño margarita looked better than it tasted. If you're in the area it's a must since there isn't a lot of restaurants to choose from in town! read more

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Food, service and atmosphere were top notch. Wonderful day to sit outside in the lake.

I'm so offended by what I just experienced at this restaurant. A group of my white friends were talking with a group of young black men who we were having a great time talking football. They had a table of food and a glass of water fell of the end of an unbalanced table. The owner came out and cleaned to water up; no big deal. We bought them a round of shots. These guys had the one shot we bought them no more. Then the owners wife walks over and flags them and hands them carry out containers and tells them "they had to leave." We were perplexed by the experience. There was no reason for that to happen. read more

Has long been a Lake Gaston favorite as it's centrally located with the best views on all of Lake Gaston. The new ownership (few years back now) management and executive chef have taken it to the next level. If you come to Lake Gaston do your family a favor and boat over for an incredible experience!!! PS- Sire you can drive there but where's the Fun in that? Boat ride is part of the experience (great docking options also). read more

The fried ribs were divine!! Our waiter Mo was excellent- attentive and personal. Great local establishment.

Sitting outside is a must here! The view is amazing. We grabbed lunch and a beer and had a good experience. I ordered the angus burger with fries and a tall IPA and my husband ordered the watersview club with sweet potato fries (sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar) and a tall milk stout. It looks like the mask policy was being enforced and all of the service was friendly. read more

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We visited here this evening and everything from the service (let's go, Holly H!) to the food to the ambience was special. Quite a few of us ordered the pecan crusted cod special with butternut squash risotto and a kale and apple salad with a fig balsamic vinegarette-- all of us agreed that it was the best meal we've had at a restaurant in a long time. It should become a menu staple. One of us ordered the ribs and those were also fabulous. This was our first time visiting and we will be back for sure! We also enjoyed quite a few desserts- the best was the snickerdoodle and white chocolate skillet cookie with vanilla ice cream. This is a must-go for anyone in the Lake Gaston/Roanoke Rapids area! read more

Took over 35 minutes to get drinks even with open tables. Servers were OK management was horrible. Had a party of 8, they asked to split us in half so we said no problem at all, there were 3 open tables around us we could've been seated at, they then pushed an 8 top together right next to us. Id definitely explore other options on Lake Gaston. read more

Watersview Restaurant - American Near Me - Littleton, North Carolina

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Food was fresh and absolutely delicious. Amazing service, staff is very accommodating. We went with our family of 12. Highly recommend if you're in the area. read more

Watersview Restaurant - American Near Me - Littleton, North Carolina

really average lunch. thought the menu would be more expansive according to their website, but mostly sandwiches and some seafood like peeled shrimp. it was very convenient boating to restaurant, with lots of slips and friendly service but food was meh. read more

Great food on all accounts and even better service! Friendly staff made the delicious food even better and an all around great experience. Shannon is an amazing bartender and my wife loved several of her drinks as did I with my old fashion! The new bars added downstairs are an excellent upgrade and added bonus to the overall/dining experience! read more

The food was ok . Tuna wasn't cooked right. It was a bit simmered instead of seared and raw on the inside . No flavor. The atmosphere was nice by the lake . Overpriced for what you buy. read more

Friendly service and nice atmosphere . Food priced higher than we expected and average on quality or taste . May go back for a drink but will skip dinner there . read more

A great water view, great service and excellent food.... The Sweet Potato Cornbread was absolutely delicious... Before I could take a picture it was gone.... The Crab Cakes were amazing more Crab than Cake just the way I like them.. Music was old school but my family loved it.. I was the youngest in the group everyone else has been retired for while... read more

Watersview Restaurant - Crab Cakes - American Near Me - Littleton, North Carolina