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Unbeatable Willamette River Dining - SweetWaters on the River, Eugene, OR

SweetWaters on the River

4.1
4.1
117 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 18 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Join us in celebrating panoramic view of Eugene’s Willamette River with an expertly crafted menu of contemporary Pacific Northwest fare. Our beautifully designed dining rooms, private event spaces and riverside deck are the perfect setting to enjoy our fresh and seasonal menu proudly composed of locally and regionally sourced ingredients.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, French American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (541) 743-1000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Alfredo Van Nortwick
  • Area
    Eugene
  • Cross Street
    Valley River Way
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 117 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Eugene

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
SweetWaters on the River offers a stunning riverside setting with beautifully renovated decor that impresses patrons. Guests rave about the "excellent food and service," highlighting dishes like scallops and sea bass. The atmosphere is described as serene and inviting, and the attentive staff contribute to an overall delightful dining experience.

117 Reviews
  1. Rosie VIP

    Minneapolis5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the setting on the river and the beautiful interior! Gorgeous place to dine with friends! Service was attentive, but the pacing was very slow.

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  2. Rick

    Exclusive1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This is the second time we have eaten at this restaurant. They have a good chef that prepares a variety of nice dishes. Both times we were here the wait was longer than we expected, so allow time in your day if you decide to eat by the river

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  3. Kerry VIP

    Seattle69 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was a great choice for dinner. Our waiter, Izzy for starters was outstanding. Personable and attentive enough without hovering. Right on the river, would be great on a warm day to sit outside. The salmon corn dogs were excellent! Salad was also very good but a tad too much dressing for my taste. Overall I would recommend this restaurant and would return if I was in Eugene.

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  4. Barbara

    Portland8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The renovated dining room looks great! The updated menu is also refreshing and tasty. And you can’t beat the views of the Willamette River!

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  5. Amber

    Las Vegas4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    3 out of our 5 brunch orders came out incorrectly. Our waitress was the only shining light and came to understand she had just given notice. Great location great remodel but the food is a serious miss.

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  6. Nolan VIP

    Portland6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful and clean facility, pretty view too. The steak and eggs was very tasty! Definitely recommend!

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  7. Kota

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food! Hard to find at first inside the hotel building, but not too expensive and good service!

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  8. David

    Portland2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We arrived about 10 minutes before our reservation and got seated right away. That was the only good thing! We then waited for about 25 minutes before a waiter came by to pour us some water and asked me if we wanted to order anything to drink. I said “no but we’re ready to order.” He said he wasn’t our waiter but he can take our order. Thank goodness he did because I was about ready to walk out! Our actual waiter was the one who finally brought out our mediocre food and that’s all she did. No conversations, no apology for not tending to us, no questions about how the food was. There was absolutely zero customer service! Such a horrible dining experience for our 17th anniversary. We will not be going back.

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  9. Rex VIP

    Portland12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the steamed clams, which were excellent and a good size to share. Wine was terrific, with a good selection. I ordered the brick chicken and wife ordered black cod. Most enjoyable. Food came at appropriate times, and our waiter, Izzy, was very attentive. Since the fire, the remodel has been done beautifully. Will come back.

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  10. Callie

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for my birthday dinner with family. Great drinks, solid food, and Robbie was the BEST!!!!!!

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SweetWaters on the River is rated 4.1 stars by 117 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for SweetWaters on the River

1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401-2215

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Valley River Way
  • Area
    Eugene
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, French American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alfredo Van Nortwick
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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