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

River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff

4.8
4.8
396 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
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.
  • Area
    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

    USD 65.00 per person

    14 Feb 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

    USD 350.00 per person

    25 Jan 2025 only
    Join us for an extraordinary evening as we present a six-course wine dinner hosted by none other than Thomas Rivers Brown, one of the most sensational talents in winemaking today. 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 396 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Best Ambience

  • South Carolina

    Great for fine wines

  • South Carolina

    American

  • Hilton Head

    Best Overall

  • Hilton Head

    Best Service

  • Hilton Head

    Best Ambience

  • 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 an exquisite dining experience with "incredible food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "beautiful ambiance" and "creative menu choices." A perfect spot for special occasions, it boasts a "gorgeous venue" and "spectacular views." Reservations are highly recommended for this top Lowcountry restaurant.

396 Reviews
  1. Wendy

    VIP

    Charleston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a special place with the best food. Service is impeccable

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  2. William

    Charleston

    302 reviews

    5.0

    302 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    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!

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  3. Allison

    VIP

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 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.

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  4. Beverly

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 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!

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  5. Kim

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food, service and ambience!! We will be back. Highly recommend

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  6. Lori

    Las Vegas

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 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!

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  7. Sonni

    Atlanta Metro

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 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 😋

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  8. Shawn

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing time with every single aspect!!!! Well done! And the halibut was delicious!!!
    River House - Montage Palmetto BluffResponded on 13 December 2024
    Thank you for the feedback, Erinn! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing time at River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff. Your kind words about our food, service, and value truly made our day! We're glad you enjoyed the halibut and we hope to see you back soon for another delightful experience. Cheers! Todd Phillips Restaurant General Manager River House

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  9. kevin

    VIP

    Charleston

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a return trip to River House for my wife’s birthday dinner. Clyde, our server, was, as is his habit, masterful in guiding the pace and making us feel as if we were members of the family. We started with raw oysters and atypically of many local restaurants they were accompanied by a fabulous mignonette. We then moved on to a strip steak that was so perfectly prepared and well seasoned that there was no need to ask for additional salt or pepper. We chose the whipped potatoes and mixed mushrooms to ride along side and they were also impeccably prepared and also perfectly seasoned. They surprised my wife with a delicious chocolate dessert , the perfect punctuation to a great evening.

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  10. Erika

    Coastal Georgia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I have eaten all over the world in over 100+ countries.. We are true foodies and move down from New York about three years ago… best meal I’ve had in a decade. The service was impeccable.. Noel was our waiter and he was like the perfect bow on an amazing present. Can’t stop thinking about the mouthwatering food..

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FAQs

River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff is rated 4.8 stars by 396 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff

1 Village Park Sq, Bluffton, SC 29910

Additional information

  • Area
    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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