Harpers Waterfront

Dined at Harper's for my mother's birthday and here are my thoughts...Service - Not the best ...very slow for entrees to arrive and the promise of the server that it will come out any minute ..this happened several times ...no follow up on drinks ..Food- Mom and her husband had crabcakes..said they were good but not as good as Mike's which charges less and has more lump meat .Wife had top sirloin which she said was good and was cooked to temp. I had a filet which if I'd of asked how much it was I wouldn't have chose it ..80.00 for a 10oz filet is absurd ..especially since it was not butterflied as I asked..something the server couldn't explain ...and was not to temp ..I have had much better filets in NYC at high end steakhouses for 20 dollars less ...I would have sent it back but it took forever to receive in the first place ..absolutely highway robbery to charge that amount ..Sides - Mashed potatoes were ok ..the hot butter corn was awful ..it was burnt ..if that was intended ..they need to reconsider serving it ...My mom was given a butter cake as it was her birthday ..it took forever to receive but was very good ...Don't think we will be back as too many inconsistencies.

We made a stop at Harper's today after hiking the nearby trails at SERC in Edgewater. We arrived right at noon when Google said they opened. At noon, the bar deck is open but not the rear dining room. We were the first ones there, and we chose a corner table overlooking the marina and Selby Bay. I ordered a margarita & my husband had a Harper's Lager beer. It was a gorgeous day just to sit and enjoy the view. Our server was very pleasant. We ordered a crab and artichoke dip to share with our drinks. It did take 45 minutes for the appetizer to come out. Our server did check on us and she let us know what was happening. By the time the food arrived, I was on my second margarita. The dip was covered with a cheesy crust, and it came with both bread and veggies. It was tasty, if a bit too salty. I think most of their business must be dinner. We did enjoy the visit.

First trip here, because we were in town for an event. As pescatarians, seafood is our preference. Sunday Brunch menu offered shrimp 'n' grits which included sausage, but they excluded it per our request. It was delicious! Very flavorful! We've had this dish in Charleston and it's difficult to find restaurants north of SC to do it justice. Josh, our waiter, highly recommended it and with one taste, we agreed! Kudos to Chef B Thornton! Beautiful views, friendly service and a delicious meal makes for happy customers!

Food was good. Nice views. But service was surprisingly bad despite not being busy.We waited a while before our server came over. Server never checked on us. Never refilled our waters (I had to go inside and find someone). And the beer I ordered when my entree arrived didn't come out until I was almost finished the meal.Very disappointing.

Great atmosphere. Views of the water make it more of romantic spot. We got their chicken wings and it's one of the best ones I've had. I like mine crispy and that's exactly how they make them. Also their cream of crab soup is delicious.

Discovered this gem and so glad we did.The hubby and I like to try new places at least once or twice a month. You never know what to expect with new places but let me tell you.....Harper's Waterfront is legit.Went for brunch today. Beware......the portions are PLENTIFUL and you won't be disappointed.We started with the Fresh Fruit Ice Bowl & Baked Brie. For 2 people.....just order 1 app. We pretty much brought the whole fruit bowl home due to the baked Brie being so amazingly big we couldn't eat all the fruit. I ordered the Steak & Eggs. The quality of that 12 oz NY Strip....that was cooked to a perfect medium...w/ Eggs & Homefries OMG!!!Hubby ordered the Crab Cake Benedict and I knew it was a winner when his eyes rolled to the back of his head after the 1st bite.AGAIN....portions are phenomenal! We each brought half our entrees home. Definitely add Harper's Waterfront to your list of places to visit. You won't regret it. Can't wait to go for dinner.

This place is AMAZING!!! I rarely ever give 5 but they absolutely earned it. It's situated at a marina and has beautiful views of Lake Ramsey. The outdoor seating is very casual whereas the inside dining room definitely looks a lot more formal. We sat indoors and were quite comfortable. Josh was our server. He was awesome, very attentive, but still gave us space to enjoy the experience. He was very knowledgeable about the menu and offered suggestions which were all spot on. The new GM Doc also walked around greeted the guest, as well as Brian the head Chef. Both very friendly and personable. They took the time to ask your name and made a real effort to get to know you. You definitely felt like you were dining with family. As far as food, we got the pecan smoked wings as our starter. Absolutely delicious. The wood smoked flavor really came through. For my main I got the lobster and shrimp stuffed flounder. It came with green beans and whipped potatoes. The sides were beyond good. Both well seasoned and flavorful. My fish was just ok. A tad dry, but still good. Everything came out of the kitchen fast and hot. We completed our meal with the peanut butter pie. Decadent and rich! Probably the best dessert I've had all season. I believe it's a seasonal dessert, but it definitely deserves a permanent place on the menu. There is absolutely something special about this place. From the staff down to the food everything was amazing. If you're ever in the area, stop on by. You won't be disappointed.

This is a nice little restaurant has a beautiful dining room. The food's not bad. They're not gonna win any culinary awards though. For my taste it's a little pricey I think for what you get. They're trying a little too hard to be fancy. They have a great staff. They're very pleasant Young folks that aim to please it's typically enjoyable to go there because it's easy.

Just wanted to join everyone else in celebrating Harper's for an awesome dining experience. We got to treat my mother-in-law to an absolutely delicious dinner with incredible service thanks to Diana and a range of delicious entree's courtesy of everyone on the team. Whether the salmon, filet mignon, or the epic crab cakes, everything was on point. And they were also super accommodating in general. Also, did I mention the view and the vibe?Long story short, this was a dinner we won't forget. In all the best ways.

Omg my new favorite place. Writing this note as I sit at their bar, solo, enjoying apps and a dark & stormy (or two). The staff is SO FRIENDLY and fun, I already feel (and want to become) a regular. The crab and artichoke dip is the best version I've had. The shrimp are crisp, huge, sweet and fresh. Hats off to Amanda - cool as a cucumber behind a busy bar. You know how sometimes staff unintentionally makes you feel a bit weird as a solo diner? Not here. GM Melissa stopped by to introduce herself and celebrate that I was enjoying some me time.