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The River Bistro

225 Water St, Binghamton, NY 13901-2704 (Formerly Binghamton Riverwalk Hotel & Conference Center)
607-722-7575
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Ranked #43 of 134 restaurants in Binghamton
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Vestal, New York
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10 reviews 10 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

We ate at the River Bistro on Sunday, May 5th and were surprised that although the décor was attractive and the staff were very attentive the food was a disappointment. My husband had a steak which was pricy considering it was fatty. I had a chicken entrée which was overcooked and the sauce was salty. We had eaten at the... More

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Binghamton, New York
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17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

We ate at The River Bistro on March 5th before the Celtic Women Concert. Our table of four enjoyed our meals and service. The Hotel is changing it's image to a Hilton Doubletree. They made some nice changes including this restaurant. The food presentation was done well and our waitress was very attentive. The music was low and in the... More

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Pittsburgh, PA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

Food was good, my burger was cooked just about right. Food and Drink prices typical for a hotel bar (high). Bartender friendly and was quick with refills, but the place was not busy at all, so service should be good.

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Binghamton, New York
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27 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 16, 2012 via mobile

I dined at The River Bistro again was very pleased with the experience. Our server was very attentive and knowledgeable of the menu selections. The food was excellent with a nice presentation and decent sized portions. My only complaint is the modern decor is very cold and not very inviting. Our server did tell us they will be remodeling shortly... More

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Binghamton, New York
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 12, 2012

very good food-charming staff-lovely view-comfortable seating good presentation with food and served at appropriate temperature

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 30, 2012 via mobile

My husband and I were planning our 5 year anniversary and we saw the RIver Walk Hotel And Confrence Centers' high reviews and decided to stay there during our little get away. Our first night there we decided to check out the restaurant and bar included in the hotel. We loved it! We had great service at the bar and... More

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Bethesda, Maryland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed July 30, 2012

From a design point of view, this place is beautiful. Roses everywhere...elegant table settings, a lovely room. We were set up to have a really special meal. But...sorry to say we were let down just a bit. The food was almost there, but could not make the stretch from ordinary to delicious. We had salmon and monkfish...both were palatable but... More

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Binghamton, New York
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Went there for Mother's Day brunch. Had reservations and reconfirmed the day ahead but they still couldn't find them on the handwritten notebook paper which contained hundreds of names and notes penciled in. Food was not good. Carved pork and beef were so dried out, the chef kept apologizing but still served it. The food stations were nonsensical and couldn't... More

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Brooklyn, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

I stayed at the Hotel in February and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised by the food and service. The New York Strip Steak is absolutely delicious. Good attention to detail with respect to preparation of dish. Very good service.

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Binghamton, New York
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27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012 via mobile

I went there with a group prior to the Opera. It seemed like the staff had no idea what was going. We had to go to the bar to get drinks, since our server had no clue! We had the buffet and I have to saynthenfood was all good and no complaints. Not sure the chic modern motif works in... More

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