The River's Edge — Restaurant in Connellsville

Visiting from out of town, we had a party of 5 and no reservation which we understood could lead to a wait. We were told by the hostess it would be an hour and half, although the restaurant was not anywhere near capacity. Ok. So we went to the bar on the outside deck (nice views, but small and tight) ordered drinks and an app and waited. After an hour a table of 5 left right next to us and we assumed since there was no one else waiting in their cramped area near the hostess that it would be ours. Nope. The server actually broke the table into a 4 and 2 and walked away. Then they sat a party of four who just walked in. Still plenty of empty tables they could have used to accommodate us. We asked the bartenders (whose attention and service kept this from being a one star review...kudos to them) and they said they would check with hostess because we should have been seated. I overheard their conversation with the hostess (who was rude and clueless) with the bartender saying we'd been waiting for over an hour (true) and the hostess said "I told them hour and half" as if that was set in stone and no attempt at accommodating us into one of the many open tables would be remotely possible. And you could feel the staff tension in the air. Then we were told there was a log jam in the kitchen so even if we got seated, it would be a long wait. So we ordered at the bar which led to us not being able to engage in much conversation with other. And when the food came, some had a decent meal, but stay away from Brisket dinner. Fatty. Tough. Awful. Again, the bartender went out of her way to save our experience and comped the brisket meal. This place likely won't last long based on our experience and reading other reviews. It's a shame because the space is nice. I...

5-Star Review for The River’s Edge Restaurant & Bar ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The River’s Edge Restaurant & Bar is an absolute gem for travelers, locals, and everyone in between! Nestled right along the riverside, the stunning views alone are worth the visit, but the incredible food and service make it a must-stop destination. Whether you’re a tourist staying at the neighboring hotel, hosting an event, or just craving a memorable meal, this place delivers.

Appetizer: The Firecracker Shrimp was out of this 🌎 world! $15

My 14oz New York Strip ($36) was cooked to perfection—juicy, flavorful, and paired with hearty potatoes and broccoli/cauliflower. No steak sauce necessary! The veggies were a touch overdone but still packed with delicious seasoning.

My wife’s Brisket Burger ($17) was a masterpiece—massive, juicy, and flawlessly executed. No notes! The fries? Crispy, golden, and seasoned just right.

Yes, prices lean toward the higher end, but the quality, portion sizes, and overall experience make it worth every penny. We left stuffed, satisfied, and already planning our next visit.

Pro Tip: Pair your meal with the riverside view—it’s the perfect “side dish” to an already stellar meal.

Thank you, River’s Edge, for exceptional service, a welcoming atmosphere, and a dining experience that’s as grand as the scenery. We’ll be back!

A Very Full &...

i have never done this. but this was so bad i had to do it. first off i specifically asked to sit on patio during the phone call for my reservation. when i showed patio was full. manager did her best to accommodate 20 minutes later after we were set by the bar with everyone walking by. moving on to the food. party of five with three people ordering the strip steak. two medium steaks and one medium ( excuse my mothers boyfriends order of medium well on a steak). three steaks come medium well. my son and i ( my son works in a steak hose in another city that we were visiting from). send ours back. second steak we asked to cut into by manager. i ask what are you expecting to see. see responds mostly red. we see burnt edge and nothing cooked. the look on her face tells the story. we send steaks back. now they are a great medium. after some back and forth i reluctantly accept steak as my other dining partners have completely finished. the manager tried to amend with a free drink and apps. but we paid for the steaks and desserts. lesson learned do not order the steak do not expect your reservation ready as requested. and clearly no one in that building knows how to cook a steak. if you expect any type of service. forget it. i would never send friends here. and i will...