The 12 mile drive on The Great River Road from Alton to Grafton is a National Scenic Byway. The patios and indoor bar hold seating for up to 800 people. Fun and crowded on Saturday/Sunday, peaceful with plenty of elbow room Monday through Friday. The river views are unmatched.
Psycho_Cypher (Psycho_Cypher)
+4
Pretty cool place to chill! We visited out of season so it was not busy and chilly out. The whole thing can be opened up when the weather is nice and it's one big patio. Bartender was pretty cool to chat with and made great drinks. The food we had was very tasty, one of the better places to eat in Grafton actually.
Stunning waterfront restaurant set in town of Graffon, Illinois, however is known as the St Louis' only
The spot is cheerful, ample orderly parking available opposite the building.
There's live music that creates a family vibe. If you don't want to sit at the restaurant the entire time,you could take your dog across to a park-like area. There is lots to see and do along the restaurant location street and even more beyond.
I didn't sample thelr food offerings yet, but plan to visit again and review that aspect.
This spot could work great for many scenarios...family time, first dates, take the kids out and just alone time;)
first time...the views r killer!! food was bar food as expected...will most DEFINITELY return for more fun
Octavia E (Tavy&Codiegirl)
+5
Our first time. Great food.. Fish tacos, spinach salad, and catfish fritter. Drinks Miami vice and Bae Breezy... they do not skimp on the liquor. Live band. Wonderful atmosphere. Waitress nice attitude. Kid friendly. Pet friendly . Seeing people with their pooches on the patio made me smile. And think of my dog Codie Girl who passed last month on the 18th.
Great location. Enjoyed the scenery. Service was good. Food was below standard. Had chicken tenders with fries [both were too dry and cold -- hard to chew]; hubby had chicken salad with chips. Small portion for the price, and the chips were greasy. If we decide to go again, it will be on a full stomach.
We went on a Saturday afternoon. Very busy, but seems they are capable of handling the volume. The bartender was busy tending to about 40 people where we sat, but was attentive and didn't seem rushed with us.
It's a beautiful location, but the crowd may block enjoying it. Parking is pretty short, though we managed to find a close spot pretty easily.
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