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6/08/25
From start to finish, our experience at Water Bar was absolutely phenomenal. The food was beyond delicious, each dish thoughtfully prepared and plated with care. The flavors were rich, balanced, and memorable. Make sure to try the brussels spro...
uts and pan seared salmon was delicious.
What really made the experience there stand out, was the exceptional service. Armando, the service hospitality manager, went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. He was warm, welcoming, and genuinely cared about our experience. It’s rare to see that level of hospitality and it made all the difference.
And I have to shout out Quinn, the bartender, not only were the drinks expertly crafted, but Quinn was so friendly and knowledgeable. Just let Quinn know what you’re into and he’ll experiment around and make you the best cocktail!
Between the incredible food, atmosphere, and top-notch service from the whole team, this place easily earns 5 stars. Can’t wait to come back soon!
10/09/25
Went there last night for happy hour with a friend and it was a great experience. Chips & Guac was pretty good, my lavender drink was amazing , salmon sandwich was also delicious. Our waitress Maria was amazing , she took good care of my frie...
nd and I. She checked up on us frequently, informed us it was happy hour. The view of this place was also amazing 😍😍
10/13/25
Food was amazing! Had a tuna poke bowl big enough to feed 3 people. The oysters were flavorful and substantial. The lavender rosemary gimlet was smooth and the staff was very attentive and offered great suggestions.
5/13/25
The brussel sprouts were really good & the fried shrimp from the app menu were delicious . Salmon was a good choice as well. The atmosphere is really cute for an outdoor bar. Service was just ok. Not stellar, but not bad either. I figured ma...
ybe our server had a long day. He just seemed like he didn’t want to be there.
9/26/25
This place is the definition of “great looks, mediocre personality” — amazing ambiance, mid food. I’ve been here a few times, and the verdict hasn’t changed. The setting is gorgeous: water views, birds chirping, the kind of backdrop that makes ...
you feel like you’re in a travel magazine. Service? Pretty good. Nothing to complain about, but nothing I’ll be telling my grandkids about either.
The food, though… sigh. For a place this pretty, I wanted fireworks. What I got was Chinese takeout vibes mixed with KFC chicken energy—savory but uninspired, and served with an upscale price tag. Twice now the water itself tasted a little fishy, and that’s not the kind of “seafood special” I came for.
Final verdict: three stars. It’s like dating someone gorgeous who turns heads, but five minutes into conversation you realize there’s nothing to stay for.
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