Rhett's River Grill And Raw

Unfortunately they don't except opentable reservations. Only use yelp to take a reservation. Go figure.

Had dinner with friends for Rhetts customer appreciation week. The service was good, although the server did forget to bring my appetizer when he brought the other two. The grilled oysters were delicious. I had the shrimp and grits. It was tasty but the shrimp still had the tails on. Since it was in a sauce, it was messy to eat the shrimp. I had the bourbon pecan pie for dessert, but wasn't thrilled with it. I have eaten at Rhetts many times. This week just wasn't my favorite. I should have ordered off the regular menu instead of the fixed menu.

Overall, good but not great experience. Came here for dinner before UVa BBall game-I didn't realize its a fair bit out town. Most of the items we ordered were good and the one major miss was corrected by our very friendly server. Everyone is very friendly and service was prompt. Portions are large. I started with oysters-I thought they would be raw as I requested; they were slightly steamed and ok but not great. My duck was good (although a bit rarer than preferred) and the sides were very good. My daughter's crab cake sandwich was good. First order of ribs brought to my wife were overdone, very hard to remove from the bone, and had virtually no flavor. Waitress noticed my wife not eating them and without even a specific request by us, put in an order for a second batch without charge. Second batch were delicious. Good beer selection and we were done in plenty of time to get back south on 29 for the basketball game. Interesting that my Dark and Stormy was brought to me with the rum in a shot glass and the bottle of ginger beer and I mixed it myself. I would come again if nearby, but don't think I'd make the trip from UVA area with all the other choices close by there.

Enjoyed the fish tacos. Delicious and large quantity, leaving some to enjoy at home.

We've been here at least half a dozen times in the last year and it has always been good. The food is well prepared and the menu is varied enough that everyone will find something good to eat. We go because they have oysters! They have a full bar and will accommodate requests. Their wine list covers a good set of wines to go with the meal whatever you pick. We've always had good service. Happy hour for cocktails and then dinner is our choice!