The River Views at Sunset and the Short Rib Both Delivered
Rooftop seating, flavorful short rib and shrimp and grits, solid cocktails, and attentive service made for one of the stronger nights out in Rock Hill.
We paid. Visited October 2026.
Our Visit
We paid. Visited October 2026.
We went for dinner and ended up on the rooftop. The river views at sunset were the main draw, and the food matched the setting. The short rib was tender with a balanced sauce, and the shrimp and grits were creamy with well-seasoned shrimp. Both dishes were flavorful without being overworked. Cocktails were solid, and service was attentive without hovering. The whole place feels like a real occasion without being stiff. It was one of the better nights out we have had in town.
The Record
Google shows 4.6 stars from more than 6,600 reviews. The rating has slipped slightly in recent months, with some notes on consistency and waits during busy periods, but the river views, shrimp and grits, short rib, and overall atmosphere remain the most mentioned positives. SC food grade is A on recent inspections. The record lines up with our visit on the rooftop: the setting and execution stand out, with the expected trade-offs of a popular spot.
Our standards
Every review here follows six published rules. A business we review may reply once, and we print the reply word for word under the review, up to 150 words.
Score: 8.8. Score: 8.8. Go out of your way.
The Record
What the public record showed when we checked it on October 20, 2026, in our own words.
Our score
8.8
Worth it
Our visit, October 2026
4.6 from 6,644 reviews; 4.5 over the last 12 months.
Google Business Profile, checked October 20, 2026
How we score
Out of 10, always to one decimal. Each score earns one verdict.
- Go out of your way9.0 and up
- Worth it (this review)7.0 to 8.9
- Fine if you’re close5.0 to 6.9
- Skip it3.0 to 4.9
- AvoidUnder 3.0
| What we checked | What we found | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Google rating | 4.6 from 6,644 reviews | Google, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Last 12 months | 4.5 from 500 reviews, against 4.6 lifetime. Down 0.1 over the last 12 months. | Google, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Owner reply rate | Replies to most recent reviews. | Google, last 60 reviews, checked October 20, 2026 |
| BBB rating | No complaints on file in the last three years. | BBB, checked October 20, 2026 |
| SC food grade | A on recent inspections (September 2026). | SC Department of Agriculture, checked October 20, 2026 |
| License | Current food service permit. | SC DHEC, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Recurring themes |
| Google reviews, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Checked on | October 20, 2026 | Every source in this table |
| Does it match our visit? | Matches. The record highlights the views and food quality; that is exactly what we experienced on the rooftop. | Our visit, October 2026 |
Details
- Address
- 575 Herrons Ferry Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29730
- Hours
- Lunch and dinner daily; rooftop bar opens in the afternoon.
- Prices
- Dinner entrees in the mid to upper $20s to low $40s; cocktails around $14.
- Payment
- Cards accepted.
- Status
- Open as of October 20, 2026.
Our standards. We paid full price, and nobody at the business knew a review was coming.
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