Big River Restaurant

This place is a shadow of it’s former self. Decided to visit while in town for a OSU basketball game not realizing this restaurant had new ownership. Made a reservation and still had to wait 10-15 mins for a table. The new manager seemed very disorganized and overwhelmed. We were seated and they only had one menu available for my wife and I. Once ordered, it took 45 mins to receive water/drinks. Now I would imagine 2+ hours before a game would be plenty of time to eat and get over to the stadium. I was totally wrong. It came to 30 mins before the game and our meal had not yet come. After speaking with the manager and our meal nowhere in sight, we decided to leave. This place has gone downhill under the new owners. Definitely will not be back after this terrible experience.

How delightful! Arrived 1pm on a friday and Katie was very friendly. We received bread and were served at the bar. The new range of Mazama beers are a super pleasant surprise. I love having these so available! The copper top bar and mirrors make the bar area spacious and inviting. There is an upstairs eating area as well as outside. Food concentrates on local, fresh ingredients and close observation of the kitchen proves they have the skill and food safety to provide an excellent meal. So glad of the new Mazama change. We will be back often!

First time in and will be back. Great selection of brews and very good food.

Outstanding service. Brad, Jennifer and Joan the manager the very best. Had lunch just 2 of us and 9 for dinner on hugely busy graduation night combined with Father's Day weekend.

Service and wine were good and nice atmosphere. The food was subpar.

The pizza here is delicious as is everything else we've tried but what I really want to talk to you about is the coconut macadamia nut tart. It is AMAZING!! I love it so much I want to have it once a week, every week, for the rest of my life!! It's that good! Fantastic service and very pleasant atmosphere. Last but not least, every time I've been in there the temperature is appropriate for the time of year. I appreciate the fact that I can eat my meal without my jacket on!

Waited over an hour before any of our food was served. I ordered a Caesar salad for an appetizer, but it came after my entree. Our waitress was nice, but I'm not sure what was going on in the kitchen. It made for a pretty disappointing experience overall.

Great service. Unique dishes. Fabulous desserts.

Great menu, but I could just go for dessert! So many delicious options, it is difficult to choose just one! Nice seafood dishes and pastas too.

The changes made due to new ownership are strange. The menu is less sophisticated/varied. The atmosphere felt like a diner due to the bright new lighting. The beer selection felt forced as it is all mazama beers. The old big River provided something different in Corvallis however now it is yet another brewery/pizza place. The desserts are still delicious but the portions were noticeable smaller. $9 is a hefty price tag for a piece of cake. The service was decent and ultimately our food tasted good. I guess I just liked the old vibe...

Amazing food, every section of the menu; desert case is filled with deserts that are not only a work of art, they are delicious, presentation of the food is beautiful, servers attentive and helpful; beautiful location across street from the river. More expensive than some restaurants but worth it for being so delicious.

We sat outside on the patio for happy hour. It was really nice. Our server, Pat was very accommodating! Great food and drinks!!

Always has delicious food. One of the best pork chops I have ever had!!!

The variety could be better, but overall very tasty. I wish there were more parking spots.

My boyfriend and I love this restaurant. It is our favorite! The staff is so friendly, great ambiance and the food is so good. They also make really good drinks. We have been there MANY times, they are consistently amazing!