The Riverside Grill & Gazebo

3.4 (65)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

International

150 George St N, Peterborough, ON K9J 3G5

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2 people

20 Jun 2025

June 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views
Neighbourhood gem

Welcome to Riverside Grill, where culinary creativity meets riverside relaxation! Led by Executive Chef Alex Herrnstein, our restaurant offers a hip, casual dining experience with a breathtaking view of the Otanabee River. Picture a laid-back vibe, a menu bursting with innovative flavors, and the aroma of in-house slow-smoked meats wafting through the air. Whether you're here for our mouthwatering slow-smoked meats, fresh local ingredients, or global-inspired dishes, every bite is a flavor-packed journey.

In our lounge bar, surrounded by large screen TVs, the energy kicks up a notch. It's the ideal spot to catch a game while sipping on local and mainstream beers. Riverside Grill is more than a dining destination; it's a celebration of great food, cool vibes, and unforgettable moments. Join us for a riverside culinary adventure where every meal is a masterpiece, and every moment is worth savoring. Book your table now and indulge in the perfect blend of relaxation and flavor!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
International, Barbecue, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 06:30–11:00 Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Daily 17:00–20:00 Bar Daily 17:00–23:00
Phone number
(705) 740-6564
Website
https://riversidegrillptbo.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Alex Herrnstein

Location
150 George St N, Peterborough, ON K9J 3G5
Area
Peterborough
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Tonight: Live Entertainment!
Multiple dates available
Join us for a great evening of music and vibes. While entry is free, a minimum consumption of $29 is required and payable at the door. You’ll receive a coupon for the full amount, which can be redeemed with your server toward food and drinks during the event. See you there!

Offers

Happie Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - Thu - 17:00 - 20:00,Sat - 17:00 - 20:00
🎉 Happie Hour Alert! Dive into our awesome deals from 5 pm to 8 pm! Enjoy domestic brews at just $5 each – the perfect pocket-friendly unwind session. Indulge in our house wines poured generously at 6oz for $10. Craving munchies? Our appies (sliders, wings, and poutine), are a flavor explosion at just $8 each. Grab your crew, come make memories with us! Good vibes, great food, and epic deals await. See you there! 🍻🍷🍽️ #GetHappie #SipSipHooray

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What 65 people are saying

The Riverside Grill & Gazebo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.4

3.4 based on all time ratings

3.5Food
3.7Service
3.7Ambience
3.1Value

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65 Reviews

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Heather
Toronto / Ontario1 review
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food and quick service of our food was great. The place was quite hard to find and confusing as there was no indication the restaurant was part of the hotel. There was no signage along the street indicating. When we arrived there was no sign where to enter that was quite confusing. Inside there was no one to ask until we made it to the front desk of the hotel. We got directed from the hotel staff. When we talked to the restaurant staff at the bar area they stood there looking around the tables trying to sort out where to seat us. We had a reservation confirmed by the restaurant but they obviously ignored setting that up. They advised seating us away from the stage due to the loudness when the band starts playing but then seated us at a table right next to a speaker that was very loud. The food was great and our server was lovely otherwise. Beautiful location. Just wished it was a bit more organized.
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LISA
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Riverside Grill and Gazebo staff were very helpful. We showed up early and they allowed us to come in and get our seats organized prior to start of day. The service was very quick and the food was delicious. We were doing a local charity event with a large group (>20 people) and was extremely happy with the service. The patio is so large and the view of the lake was amazing. Using OpenTable was convenient for booking our reservation and we didn't have any issues.
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Martin
Toronto / Ontario1 review
3.0
Dined on 7 June 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
When we arrived the hostess had no record of our reservation even though we had an email and a text confirming it from Open Table. We were finally seated but we had to ask for the table to be cleaned. It was dirty. The food was mediocre and the menu is boring. Most of the choices on the menu are vegan which is fine if you’re vegan, but not great if you are not. The patio location is relaxing and nice with a view of the river.
The Riverside Grill & GazeboResponded 6 days ago
Hi Martin, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the relaxing patio and scenic river view, but we’re truly sorry to hear about the issues with your reservation, table cleanliness, and your thoughts on the menu. Your experience does not reflect our standards, and we’re actively reviewing this with our team to ensure it’s addressed. We appreciate your honest input and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a much better visit next time.
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Paula
Toronto / Ontario1 review
2.0
Dined on 6 June 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The view is the best in Peterborough. Our server was very good, but overworked. There are not enough servers, so the service is extremely slow. We were there one hour and 15 mins before we got our first drink. I hope they hire a bunch of students this summer to improve the service. It truly is the best patio in Peterborough.
The Riverside Grill & GazeboResponded 6 days ago
Hi Paula, Thank you for your kind words about our patio and scenic views – we’re proud to offer one of the best in Peterborough. We truly appreciate your feedback regarding the service and sincerely apologize for the delay you experienced. We're actively working on staffing for the summer to ensure smoother and faster service for our guests. Your comments are valuable, and we hope to welcome you back soon for a much-improved experience.
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Jan
Toronto / Ontario2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 4 June 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We chose the Riverside Grill for dinner after my son’s graduation because it looked like a spot his elderly grandparents would enjoy. We dined indoors due to the smoke from the fires in Western Canada. For the price of the meal I was surprised at the ambience. It was quiet, which made it easy to converse, but the tables were vinyl with plastic placemats of different colours. The serviettes were a completely different colour and the flatware was water stained. The cardstock menus were stained and torn. Alltogether it seemed that there was no thought put into creating a harmonious table presentation appropriate to the style of the food offered. Our server was excellent! Friendly and helpful. The bread with oil and balsamic dip was delicious. My 93 year old father, whose appetite isn’t great, wolfed it down and asked for more. My poached pear, walnut and Gorgonzola salad was excellent. The Rigatoni Bolognese and Fettucine Alfredo were pronounced good but not excellent. All were overpriced for what they were. The portions were good for my 90 and 93 yo parents but not enough for my husband and son. I would not go again at these prices unless the dining experience was enhanced.
The Riverside Grill & GazeboResponded on 8 June 2025
Dear Jan, Thank you for choosing us to celebrate such a special occasion with your family, and for sharing your feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the service and that the bread stood out—especially for your father. Your kind words about our server truly mean a lot and will be shared with the team. We also appreciate your honest comments about the ambiance and table presentation. We understand how important these details are and regret that they didn’t meet your expectations. Please know your feedback has been shared with our team, and we’re working on improvements. We’re sorry the overall experience didn’t reflect the value you expected. We do hope you’ll consider giving us another opportunity in the future as we continue to enhance both our atmosphere and offerings.
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Joshua
Toronto / Ontario5 reviews
2.0
Dined on 19 April 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The value was extremely poor. Near 40 dollars for a pasta dish that was the size of an appetizer. The food quality was poor as well. My Salmon with green pea risotto was easily the worst salmon I've ever had. It looked to be almost deep fried with a thick dark fried looking crust all over. The risotto was bland and devoid of flavor. This was 37 dollars. My dates meal, the Tuscan Salmon, was cooked in the same exact method. The Tuscan Salmon though came with 5 stalks of asparagus and 3 cherry tomatoes and again cost 37 dollars. I will pay for good food, and had this food been of a higher quality, the price wouldn't have been an issue. However this was bad food at an inflated price. My server was pleasant though so that was nice.
The Riverside Grill & GazeboResponded on 23 April 2025
Dear Joshua, Thank you for taking the time to share your recent dining experience with us. We’re very sorry to hear that your visit did not meet expectations, particularly in terms of food quality and value. This is certainly not the experience we strive to provide, and we appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention. We take all feedback seriously and will be reviewing the preparation and presentation with our culinary team to ensure we are consistently delivering dishes that meet our standards. That said, we're glad to hear your server left a positive impression. We would truly appreciate the opportunity to make this right. If you're open to it, please feel free to contact us directly at , so we can follow up with you personally.
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Don
Phoenix / Arizona3 reviews
1.0
Dined on 17 August 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Service was non existent, we waited for several minutes to be seated, waited several more minutes, no one came to the table to offer drinks or brought menues, noticed at least two other tables not getting any service, so we left
The Riverside Grill & GazeboResponded on 20 August 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience, Don. We sincerely apologize for the disappointing service you received during your visit. This is not the level of service we strive to provide, and we're sorry that it affected your evening. We would love the opportunity to make things right. Please consider giving us another chance to provide you with the quality service and experience you deserve. If you do decide to visit us again, please reach out to us directly so we can ensure your next experience is a positive one. Thank you for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back soon. Umesh Bali Food & Beverage Manager
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Garry
Toronto / Ontario1 review
4.0
Dined on 17 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overall experience was very good had guests from out of town and they enjoyed themselves very much
The Riverside Grill & GazeboResponded on 20 August 2024
Thank you for your review, Garry! We're delighted to hear that you and your out-of-town guests had a very good experience at Riverside Grill Gazebo. It’s wonderful to know that our ambiance, service, and scenic views added to your visit. We’re also glad you enjoyed our creative cocktails and outdoor dining. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for more special occasions!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Toronto / Ontario9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
They said they had no record of our reservation (made through open table), but they made sure to get us a table asap soon as they could, which was appreciated!
The Riverside Grill & GazeboResponded on 27 August 2024
Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear that despite the reservation mix-up, our team was able to accommodate you quickly. We appreciate your understanding and are happy you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance. We look forward to welcoming you back to Riverside Grill Gazebo soon!
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Cheryl
Toronto / Ontario1 review
4.0
Dined on 7 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our waiter Liam was great. The food was good. Would have like to see more options on the menu. Loved looking out at the water and being close to MusicFest so we could leave our vehicle there and walk to the concert.
The Riverside Grill & GazeboResponded on 13 August 2024
Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the service from Liam and the peaceful ambiance at Riverside Grill Gazebo. It's great that you appreciated our location by the water and the convenience of being close to MusicFest. We appreciate your feedback on the menu options and will keep it in mind as we strive to improve our offerings. We hope to see you again soon for another enjoyable experience!
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FAQs

The Riverside Grill & Gazebo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (705) 740-6564.

The Riverside Grill & Gazebo is rated 3.4 stars by 65 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

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150 George St N, Peterborough, ON K9J 3G5

Additional information

Area
Peterborough
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 06:30–11:00 Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Daily 17:00–20:00 Bar Daily 17:00–23:00
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
International, Barbecue, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Alex Herrnstein
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://riversidegrillptbo.ca/
Phone number
(705) 740-6564

The Riverside Grill & Gazebo

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About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Tonight: Live Entertainment!

Offers

Happie Hour

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What 65 people are saying

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