Boathouse Food & Deck, nestled along the serene banks of the Missouri River in St. Charles, is a gem for those seeking delightful dining experiences paired with stunning views. Customers rave about the exceptional service, particularly highlighting staff members Maddy and Amber as standouts, offering attentive and friendly hospitality. The atmosphere is peaceful, making it an ideal spot for both large gatherings and intimate meals. The culinary offerings at Boathouse are a combination of comfort and creativity, featuring classic dishes like French fries and homemade chips, which perfectly complement their signature cocktails, including the refreshing Bourbon Lemonade and tangy Kentucky Mule. Patrons have praised the food for its consistency and quality, despite occasional delays during busy times—an understandable scenario for such a popular destination. Live music enhances the delightful ambiance, creating memorable nights filled with good food and entertainment. Christine Little describes it as a "home away from home," and Jessica O'Reilly echoes this sentiment, praising the venue's commitment to lively performances and breathtaking sunsets. With options for both river and road access, Boathouse Food & Deck not only serves delicious meals but also fosters a sense of community, making it a must-visit spot for locals and travelers alike.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has live music
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trending
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Boathouse Food & Deck
Dustin Nelson
May 23,2025
Maddy and Amber are the best on the river! Top notch service. Highly recommend coming for 1 or 10
Mike Welch
May 15,2025
Food was great and nice, peaceful setting on the river. Waitress did a great job. Food was a little slow in coming but the place was very busy as it was Mother's Day and waitress worked hard and took good care of our group. Can't wait to go back.
Christine Little
Apr 21,2025
This is our home away from home. We love all the staff. Food is always amazing and the bands are always kickass. We love BH!
Jessica O'Reilly (Mz Biscotti)
Apr 7,2025
Ideal place to go for awesome live music and great service. Oh!! Did y'all know it's ON THE RIVER - that means beautiful sunsets...for photos Update: been going to the Boathouse for over 4 yrs now & this season so far has been the busiest, most packed that I've seen. Live music all the time. Whatever has changed was a positive move!
John C
Apr 4,2025
Boathouse is our favorite spot on the Mississippi River. The food is great, their staff is always friendly, and prices are reasonable. They feature a wide variety of live bands, outside when weather permits and inside when necessary. Come by car or by boat; they have free courtesy docks for those arriving by water. Don't miss out on this hidden gem.
Shaun Howard
Mar 30,2025
This place is really a special one. A beautiful view of the river on the deck, absolutely stellar food made from scratch every day, and some of the best live music around! Combine all that with the Marina and the RV camping spots you've got yourself an amazing getaway for a day or an entire week!
Chris Henry
Mar 29,2025
Great place to unwind. Like so many area restaurants, they were a bit understaffed for the crowd, but the food was great, the drinks were cold, the music was fun, and the atmosphere was perfect.
C B-Garrett
Feb 10,2025
Absolutely loved this place. My bf was skeptical cause it was in a secluded space but his jitters was subsided when the amazing waitress greeted us. Every single waitress was nice & polite. Food was amazing and the price was reasonable. We’re definitely coming back!
Reviews For Boathouse Food & Deck