River Watch Marina - Essex

The view was nice and the staff was nice. However, the food was only average. Even being outside, the music was too loud. We couldn't hear that we were sitting on top of each other so it wasn't ideal for a family party. However, the children had a good time to dance the music. If you like the bar scene, you will probably enjoy it.

Was not in years and thought we would check it since it was a nice night. Unfortunately, the restaurant felt as if it was badly managed. we felt this from the moment we came in. we had a reservation at 7:15 and got no table until at least 7:45 (although the place definitiw was not packed). As soon as we have set ourselves, we quickly realized the necessity to order as it was understated and we saw that our neighbours who sit in front of us did not even receive silverware. fortunately, we have inserted and received our drink and food order in a decent amount of time, but there were numerous mistakes how to get chips instead of frits and not dress with an salate. our waitress was in order as the food was, but it was obvious that the restaurant fights and it is hard not to believe that it is due to the bad administration. next time we go into crazy thunfisch or sundown bay.

They are new to open table and we had to wait 35 minutes for a reservation that was made a week in advance. The food was ok but they had a live band playing on Mother's Day and it was loud. So loud that you could not hold a conversation with anyone until they were in between songs or on break. Had the band been advertised we would not have gone to eat there. Service was very slow, kitchen we were told was behind and understaffed. Great if you want a party scene but not for a waterfront Mother's Day dinner

The food was enjoyable, though we found some dishes to be a bit salty and spicy. The portion sizes were reasonable, and the waitstaff were friendly. The menu had a nice variety, and everything was cooked to our specifications without any issues. The background guitar music, complete with some singing, was pleasant and didn’t overpower our conversation on a Friday night. Parking was easy to find, and we noticed many families dining there, which seemed to indicate that it’s a local favorite. Next time, we’ll remember to ask for less spice!

As you enter the restaurant, you'll experience an ambiance that feels quite upscale, yet the dress code is casual. During the spring and summer months, you can also enjoy the outdoor deck. I believe the menu could benefit from a bit more variety, and it would be nice if bread or rolls were offered upon request when dining indoors. That said, the food was enjoyable, and the atmosphere in the evening is fantastic, especially with the lights and the beautiful view of the water.