Reviews Boathouse Kitchen And Swan Dive

5
Steven Van Elk
+5
Really fantastic time at the boathouse. Went here for lunch on a weekday with my wife and youngest daughter while the other kids were at school. They had great shrimp tacos and really good fish and chips. The service was great. The atmosphere was the best part though. Highly recommend sitting outside where you can watch the reservoir and feel the breeze off the water.
4
Alyssa Allen
+4
We stopped in for an early dinner on a weekday. I like my fish and chips. Husband got the beefsteak and a salad. It was good - I really liked the salad. But for the price it didn't blow my socks off. We asked for au jus and didn't get it. Sandwich would probably have been better. Otherwise it's a very nice, very trendy venue with great views of the reservoir.
4
Beth Copeland
+4
There is a wide variety of food. I'm a vegetarian and there isn't a lot of vegetarian food, but I was able to find something to eat. It's mostly sandwiches and the people I was with got the breaded tenderlion and seemed to like them. The interior is nice and the restrooms are decorated in a fun nautical theme. The parking lot is ample and it's easy in and out from either street.
4
Justin Smith
+4
Visited for the first time for dinner on a Thurs evening. We were greeted and quickly seated. Neat place on the water with tons of outdoor seating. Plenty of variety on the menu, lots of seafood, and a standard beer selection. Server was very friendly and personable. The BBQ burger was well cooked and flavorful, fries were well seasoned. Everyone at the table enjoyed their food. Will be back!
4
Jason Rose
+4
We had a wonderful experience with family here. Looking for a beverage overlooking the lake? It's a good place to relax and enjoy.
4
Bryndon Preston
+4
I really enjoyed our time and the meal at the Boathouse Kitchen and Swan Dive. The food was delicious and a little different from your typical pub food. There are some good seafood options available. The Power Bowl was safe for my wife with food allergies which was really nice for us to have as an option. It gave us a break from the typical salad and burger without a bun. The service is different though on the outdoor deck. You go up to the bar to place an order and then someone else brings out your food. It's an interesting system, but if you need something else for your meal, then you have to go track it down. Need extra tartar sauce for your fried grouper, up to the bar, wait in line, then wait for someone to bring it to you. I'm not sure what the service style is like inside, but that's the story outside. The great news about the outside is the view. On a nice day like yesterday, the breeze, temperature, and view were amazing. Having live music on the deck was an added treat for sure.
5
Phil Stevens
+5
Lake life! It was an amazing night with good food and a fun atmosphere. It was so fun to pull up in a boat for dinner!
5
Kevin O’Malia
+5
Had dinner this evening & requested outdoor seating. It was very busy but got seated immediately. Our server Lucille was excellent & the Chicken Cobb salads we ordered were plentiful, fresh & tasty. Would order the same next time & highly recommend dining here. We were also entertained by singers who had great voices while we ate. Will be back.
5
Darren Anderson
+5
Came here for our eight year anniversary dinner. We had never been here and thought we would try it out. It has a nice view of the reservoir with outside or inside seating. It also had live music on a Sunday evening, which was a bonus I was not expecting. Our waiter Stewart did an excellent job at making our dinner and evening the best it could be. He even brought out a double shot on the house on a ski for my wife and I and announced our 8 year anniversary. The food was good but if I could recommend one thing it would be the brussel sprouts. They were excellent. Thanks for a great night and I will be coming back again.
5
Stephen Barley
+5
Meals were served timely and hot. Our server was attentive and engaging without hovering. They had a nice selection of appetizers and meals. The atmosphere is unique and attractive.
5
Ellie K
+5
Wonderful views and good food. Shrimp and grits and a BLT with Brussels sprouts salad
5
Nice Guys
+5
PERFECT date night dinner! The food, wait staff, entertainment, and all around atmosphere were spot on. There was a small wait when we arrived on a Saturday around 6:30pm (to be expected). During the wait, we grabbed a drink at the patio bar, sat over in the lawn Adirondack chairs, and listened to a band play. We watched the sunset during our dinner and even got to witness a couple get engaged on the dock below. I can’t say enough about the food. It was so good! I’m still thinking about the brussel sprouts and it’s been a month since I had them. Do yourself a favor and check this place out.
5
Christy Forman
+5
My favorite place on earth! Best food, venue, people, and the view is priceless!!
5
Jennifer Bush
+5
We went to the boathouse on our first night of our Anniversary trip to Disney. I have a gluten allergy and George was our server! He made sure the manager came over and took my order to be sure my food was safe to eat! He was always checking on us and making sure we were satisfied with every aspect of our meal. He even surprised us with an anniversary cupcake and candles to celebrate! We could not have received better service! This was our second trip to the Boathouse in the last year and we were highly satisfied both times! That you so much for your outstanding service George!!!
5
CHYTHU G
+5
I had the fish bowl sesame tuna blackened with asparagus and quinoa. It tastes really good. Good service. Nice ambience besides lake. Nice lake view. Would definitely recommend
4
K P
+4
A nice selection of dinner salads, sandwiches and basic entrees. My salad was fresh, and my friends were all happy with there dishes. It was Friday night so it got crowded early and the bar was full and loud. The only gripe...and we really gave our waitress a hard time about it (jokingly but not joking) was they only had carrot cake as a dessert option. She said they had cheesecake but were sold out, but seriously, two things and no chocolate??? We opted for Dairy Queen instead.
5
ARKANJEL
+5
Update: so since my first review have been back several times. Let me just say....FRICKLES. So good! Menu has expanded immensely and had a hard time choosing today but got the frickles of course and the loaded potato soup and WOW. Service was EXCELLENT! Boathouse is just 4 blocks from me. Way to easy to love this place. Atmosphere is very cozy and comfortable. One of my very favorite places to go. Worth the trip from wherever you are to Cicero. It's an experience, not just a "place to eat". Lake view, even have breakfast! First time! Loved the shrimp!! Will be back. Atmosphere is really nice. 😁😁
4
Brenda Widup
+4
Diverse menu, quick service. Pleasant wait staff. Food was good but suffered a bit from being rushed. Everyone in the party indicated they would like to try something else if we return. Location is a primary attractant as the restaurant overlooks the lake and offers plenty of outdoor seating. There was a live band in the bar area when we dined.