River's Edge

The window seats are the best. You get an amamzing view of the Tampa Riverwalk while dining in the cool AC. The food was good and our server was really nice.The food took a long time to come out. After we ordered appetizer and entrees, we stpped outside to look at the 4th of July boat parade and walk over to pool bar for drinks. When we got back to our table inside the resturant, our appetizer still wasn't out. Once we got our appetizer (The Mac & Cheese) There was areas where they didnt fully mix in or melt the cheese sause. We were so hungry, we just moved it aside and still ate the rest of the mac and cheese which was really good. Because all of the food was so good, this is for sure a place I would come back to. We'll probably chill by the pool while we wait on our food next time.

Great setting, staff works hard and handles heavy crowd well.Waitress also very attentive and helpful.

Restaurants located in the lobby of hotels can be a hit or miss... my first experience dining at River's Edge was a hit! My only two problems are:1. The parking. It's valet or face the downtown madness to find street parking.2. Charging an additional $4 to make an old fashioned to the glass of liquor I bought. Otherwise, I went for restaurant week and enjoyed the experience. The shrimp flatbread, the Amish chicken, the scallops and "key lime pie" (which is really a cheesecake with key lime sauce) we're personally faves. Equally as wonderful was our server, Ben. He was such a joy! He made recommendations, he checked in with our table, pleasant to talk to. The views if you sit next to window are pleasant as well...overlooking the river walk and the watching the boats pass by was relaxing. I would return!

This is a review over a few stays at the Sheraton Riverwalk (1st stay July 2022) & into Hotel Tampa Riverwalk (Aug 2023)For me, what it may lack appearance inside is forgotten as the sun melts into the horizon. The views are beautiful. Overlooking the River, the outdoor seating is surely a great place to grab a drink.I stumbled upon (and likely out of) the River's Edge (not to be confused with the place in Lutz.) during 1st stay at the Sheraton Riverwalk. The bar is located just off the lobby & is inviting. Tired and weary, wandered in to enjoy the view & drink my dinner. Alas, ''twas not meant to be. The guy working served me up a $15 Titos & $7 short pour. Poo Poo'ed his drink much to his dismay. Plus he gave me crap about Shadow (service dog). Shit 1st impression. Deuces. Next night - same & DDash brought me dinner. Pro-tip: leave & find another bar if a guy making a simple drink needs a jigger to measure. Like vodka and sprite simple!Pilar on the other hand is everything at that bar! Personality in spades and her acerbic wit always lands. She is great with conversation, you will never have to ask as she engages every guest. By last call - overflowing bar with patrons interacting like old friends. She hosts 1 hellava cocktail party! It would have been a 3 star rate if not for her! Pilar deserves a bonus - a raise - a monument erected in her honor! Oh the rooms - some needed TLC but moved to another anytime & beds were comfy. The patios are awesome - ask for the river side. Guest services changed a few times but no complaints. New ownership so maybe Reno complete. Protip: if you plan to enjoy a drink at the hotel, call to be sure Pilar hasn't left. If she has, consider elsewhere ... just kidding... but not really!

Lovely view overlooking the Hillsborough River! I visited for Tampa Bay Restaurant Week, so had a selection of 3 courses. The tuna poke tacos had a delicious mango salsa for a touch of tropical sweetness, and the scallops were seasoned perfectly. The regular dinner menu appeared to have rather limited options, but some good seafood choices and flatbreads. My server was welcoming and helpful, and had great menu suggestions.

Bar right off the river walk. Nice place to stop and have a cocktail. You can get it to go too! Bartenders are good! Laid back vibe.

Cute little hotel bar and seating that is outdoors right on the water at the Marriott downtown Tampa. Staff wasn't too friendly but times are different now. The bartender helped me get a dessert order and hot tea to go to take up to my room. Hot tea selection is very minimal and my cup of hot water was half full. No decaf teas on hand. I ordered the chocolate churros and they were ice cold and served with a weird lemon dipping sauce that didn't really go with the chocolate. Very odd. However, I would not totally skip this place as there were lots of tv showing the football game and the bar itself was pretty busy and people seemed to be having a good time with drinks and the game. There are a lot of tables available all spread apart for social distancing.

They just redid the inside of the hotel and it looks great! Very cozy! The restaurant is tasty, but a little pricey! The blackened fish tacos are not the norm. They always have a huge piece of fish in them. They have some slaw in there with a tasty sauce. The salad is plentiful! I snuck a few sweet potato fries. They weren't on their game this time. They are usually a crowd favorite!!

We had a fabulous dinner tonight. My husband and I had the Grouper encrusted with crab, my daughter had the grilled shrimp. All of us loved our meals. The sauce on the grouper was one that my husband couldn't get enough of. I thought he may start licking the plate! My daughter enjoyed the grilled shrimp. They had good flavor and their size was respectable for the portion size.Our server was attentive and helpful, both giving meal recommendations that were on point, along with ideas for activities for tomorrow. The view of the river walk was also a plus, even at night.We were a bit blown away at the experience at a hotel restaurant. It was a great decision.

Horrible service, right of the gate. Stood for greater than10 minutes waiting to be greeted and/or seated. Wait staff repeatedly walked by me without acknowledging that I was standing there by the bar/restaurant entrance. No signs saying either "Wait to be Seated" or "Seat Yourself". Finally asked another patron that was leaving if it was seat yourself, and they smiled and shrugged, pointing to several open tables and said "help yourself I guess". I chose a seat by the window ( great view of the river) and continued my wait to be acknowledged. There was an approximately 15 minute wait from that point, before I was questioned on "do you want something?". I said that I would like breakfast, menu, and coffee. They finally engaged with me and provided coffee, a menus, and cleared the dirty dishes. He finally apologized, stating they only had two people running the restaurant, which I would have to confirm. Two servers to take orders, bus tables, and provide service to numerous tables appears to be grossly representative of poor management. These two were moving as fast and effectively as they could with number of patrons at the time I was there. Menu is short, but had a great representation of choices. I chose the build your own omlet. It had potential when it arrived, but it turned out to be only slightly warm and was tough, probable due to being under warming lights fir awhile. Had to ask for coffee refills, as servers appear to be completely overwhelmed. I have to say that the servers were pleasant and hard working. The above issues reflect poorly on the management. This is a Sunday brunch at a beautiful hotel that has everything needed to succeed, except for incompetent management and support.