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The River House Main Dining Room - River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton, SC

River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff

4.9
4.9
399 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
River House does have a dressy casual dress code consisting of no shorts, flip flops, baseball hats or tank tops in the dining room for the gentlemen. Comparable attire for the ladies. Children under 16 are exempt. We do offer complimentary pants to guests that may need them.
River House corkage policy is a maximum of 3 bottles per reservation without management consent at $35 per bottle.
River House has a 24-hour cancellation and No-Show Policy consisting of $25 per person plus a 18% SVC Charge.

In the South, there’s an intimate connection between the table and the land. Our fertile soil feeds corn and cattle. The palmettos provide cover for quail and game. And the ocean provides its bounty with the incoming tide. The River House is a culinary celebration of this relationship and our professed love for the land and waters of the Lowcountry.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 706-6542
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Daniel Vesey
  • Catering
    If you are looking for a Private Event at the River House, please reach out to MPBriverhouse@montage.com for any additional options to plan your next event with us.
  • Private party facilities
    River House has two Private Dining Rooms. The Veranda Room holds up to 14 guests and overlooks the lagoon with floor to ceiling windows and drapes. Our Culinary team has multi-tiered dining options to satisfy all dining options. Inquire at MPBRiverHouse@montage.com for more information.
  • Neighborhood
    Bluffton
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentine Wine & Chocolate Tasting

    $65.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Join us on a magical tasting with our own talented pastry & beverage teams who will guide you through a one-of-a-kind experience. Celebrate Valentine's Day early with this tasting journey that is sure to wow your taste buds! Reservations required.
  • Thomas Rivers Brown Wine Dinner

    $350.00 per person

    Jan 25, 2025 only
    Join us for an extraordinary evening as we present a six-course wine dinner. With a fantastic natural ability and an unwavering dedication to excellence, Thomas has revolutionized the art of winemaking, earning an unmatched reputation for crafting 35 100-point Cabernet Sauvignons. Thomas oversees all aspects of vineyard management and winemaking with a visionary approach that has redefined success in record time. Each course of this carefully curated dinner will be paired with one of Thomas's exceptional wines, celebrating the unparalleled talent that has made him a legend in the industry.
    Thomas Rivers Brown Wine Dinner Photo

What 399 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Best Ambiance

  • South Carolina

    Great for fine wines

  • South Carolina

    American

  • Hilton Head

    Best Service

  • Hilton Head

    Best Ambiance

  • Hilton Head

    Healthy

  • Hilton Head

    Great for fine wines

  • Hilton Head

    Romantic

  • Hilton Head

    Great for scenic views

  • Hilton Head

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
River House at Montage Palmetto Bluff offers a "magical dining experience" with "incredible food" and "top-notch service" in a "stunning ambiance." While some found the noise level high or the food salty, many praised the "spectacular venue" for special occasions and the "outstanding" customer care. Definitely worth visiting!

399 Reviews
  1. TomM

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic. Benny is an fabulous server!! Don’t miss this place.
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on December 31, 2024
    Good Afternoon, TomM. We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff! It's wonderful to know that our team made your visit enjoyable. We always strive to provide the best service, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We're also glad that you found our place worth visiting. We hope to see you again soon for another fantastic experience. Best regards, The Management Team

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  2. Kim

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Our second time there. We requested Bryce for our server since he was amazing the first time. He is amazing. Wonderful ambience.
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on December 29, 2024
    Thank you for the feedback, Kim! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your second visit to River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff. It's great to know that our food and ambience met your expectations. We always aim to provide excellent service, and we're glad you found Bryce to be a friendly and helpful server. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  3. Jack

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Bryce, was exceptional. He recommended the specialty oysters with wagyu beef which were delicious, as was the rest of our meal. We will definitely return.
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on December 29, 2024
    Good Evening, Jack. we're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic dining experience at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff! It's great to know that our specialty oysters with wagyu beef and the rest of your meal were to your liking. We always strive to provide exceptional service, and we're glad we could meet your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, The Management Team

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  4. Wendy

    VIP

    Charleston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a special place with the best food. Service is impeccable
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on December 29, 2024
    Thank you for visiting us at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and found our service to be impeccable. It's always a pleasure to serve our guests, and we're glad we could make your experience special. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another delightful meal.

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  5. William

    Charleston

    304 reviews

    5.0

    304 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First rate top to bottom. Service in all aspects second to none in region anywhere outside New York. Benny was locally born, just 22 years old yet obviously well trained professional. Menu included several rarely seen in other establishments outside this area. Not inexpensive, but worth the splurge for special occasions like our anniversary tonight. Will return again and again. Well done Montage!
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on December 29, 2024
    Good Evening, RVAWm. Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff. It's wonderful to know that our team's efforts to provide top-notch service, from the food to the ambience, are appreciated by our guests. We're also glad that you found our menu to be a delightful surprise. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we can't wait to welcome you back for your special occasions. We look forward to your return visit! Best, The Management Team

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  6. Allison

    VIP

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was terrific! Chad provided great service and recommendations. The food was outstanding - specifically the salmon. Elena the sommelier made a great suggestion for wine. The only downside was the noise. We sat by the window and the music from a wedding reception outside was very loud.
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on December 29, 2024
    Good Evening, Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dinner at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff, especially the salmon. It's wonderful to know that our team provided great service and made the right wine recommendations. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the noise level from the wedding reception. We always strive to create a comfortable atmosphere for our guests and we'll certainly take your comments into consideration. We look forward to welcoming you back for more outstanding meals and outstanding experiences. Best, The Management Team

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  7. Beverly

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a truly memorable birthday experience at River House. I will be celebrating there again!
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on December 29, 2024
    Thank you for the review, BeverlyA! We're thrilled to hear that you had a memorable birthday experience at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff. Your kind words about our food, service, and value truly made our day. We can't wait to welcome you back for another special occasion!

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  8. Kim

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food, service and ambience!! We will be back. Highly recommend
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on December 29, 2024
    Good Evening, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, service, and ambience. It's always our goal to provide an outstanding dining experience and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your high recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  9. Lori

    Las Vegas

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a special treat to dine at River House. The service and food are always above and beyond!
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on December 29, 2024
    Good Evening LoriC, Thank you for your kind words and for giving us a perfect rating! We're thrilled to hear that you always find River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff to be a special treat. We take great pride in our service and food, so your compliments mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another wonderful dining experience. Best, The Management Team

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  10. Sonni

    Atlanta Metro

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating my husband’s birthday. From the moment we walked in, our experience was perfect! The wait staff were so nice and very attentive… and our dinner was fabulous in every way! Can’t wait to go back 😋
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on December 29, 2024
    Good Evening SonniS, We're thrilled to hear that you chose River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff to celebrate your husband's birthday! It's wonderful to know that our team made your experience perfect from the moment you walked in. We're also delighted that you enjoyed our food and found the service to be great. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we're already looking forward to your return visit. Best wishes, River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff Management Team

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FAQs

River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff is rated 4.9 stars by 399 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff

1 Village Park Sq, Bluffton, SC 29910

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bluffton
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Daniel Vesey
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (843) 706-6542
  • Catering
    If you are looking for a Private Event at the River House, please reach out to MPBriverhouse@montage.com for any additional options to plan your next event with us.
  • Private party facilities
    River House has two Private Dining Rooms. The Veranda Room holds up to 14 guests and overlooks the lagoon with floor to ceiling windows and drapes. Our Culinary team has multi-tiered dining options to satisfy all dining options. Inquire at MPBRiverHouse@montage.com for more information.
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