The Grill at River City Restaurant, located at 1116 W Main St, Sterling, CO, offers a unique dining experience that has gathered mixed reviews from patrons. Many visitors commend the quiet, inviting atmosphere, making it an ideal spot to unwind after a long day. The menu features a variety of options with standout dishes such as the inviting burger and the impressive French dip, praised for its generous portions—especially the delightfully large onion rings.
Customer feedback reflects a recent transformation in the dining experience, with some former critics now singing praises for the “superb” new offerings under the current ownership. Diners have lauded the shrimp cocktail and filet mignon, noting the fresh, flavorful preparations. However, concerns have been raised regarding safety in the dining area, highlighting the need for more attention in some aspects of the environment.
With attentive service and creative dishes, The Grill aims to cater to a diverse clientele. Whether you're a local or passing through, this restaurant seeks to offer a memorable culinary experience. Exploring the flavors here might just be worth the visit.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has fireplace
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Has great wine list
Has live music
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
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 healthy options
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
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Reviews For The Grill at River City Restaurant
E F
Jun 12,2025
Everyone had told me river city grill expensive, rude,not worth and limited mostly burger/steak menu. Friend I hadn't seen in years treated me Tuesday as she wanted a monte Cristo no one makes them the same she said. I tried the French dip. The pieces were so thick, hard to hold the sandwich, the onion rings huge and best I've had anywhere in co in 20 years. WA state has ones just like this. They even have books for kids to read while they wait Lovely quiet restaurant. I'm going to treat my daughter and her service dog to lunch Saturday. My only concern and it's huge safety issue. The gumball machine in front lobby has gum and bouncing balls in it. Children that have allergies could not enjoy the ball due to him touching and kids wanting a gumball probably don't realize half is balls. These bouncing balls are a huge choking issue and no warning is on this machine. I own a vintage side by side glass vending machine, yes not as cool as this huge one however I would gladly do ate it if you wanted so that you could have 3 other items and keep the gum or balls in your large one to keep kids safe With no holes in those balls children have choked to death in less than 35 seconds
Paula Burr
Jun 7,2025
The Grill at River City was just what we needed after a long day of driving. The food choices were numerous, I recommend the burger. We sat in the bar because they had Chive trivia playing on one of the tv’s. Our server was very nice and attentive.
Stacy Adendorff
May 23,2025
Always a great place to stop and have a meal when passing through Sterling
Omar Gutierrez
May 20,2025
First time bland food over done steaks over priced. Glass stinks NEW OWNER'S. great food great service great atmosphere. I ordered the shrimp cocktail no foul afyer taste of old shrimp the calamari so tender not like a ruber band the fillet mignon was to die for!!! It superb now!!! David and Kim were wonderful hosts. I'll be here every week with the family
Christian Smith
Apr 8,2025
Wonderful food and service. Menu items are creative and flavorful. The owners put their heart and soul into this place. **My advice to those complaining about the pho because its not the same as other places would be to go back to those other places and never try anything new again, since you have zero room to tolerate variation in your food choices. Would you have the same level of expectations if you go to a Mexican place and order a hamburger?? Probably not. People bashing this place just because they put their own spin on their food (the same way other places that serve foreign food offer their version of American cuisine).... Maybe learn to ask how somethings made if you're expectations are so rigid and inflexible that it leaves you emotionally damaged to try something new.
Robert Faulkner
Apr 5,2025
Really nice local fare. Interior is clean, decorated modestly but tasteful. Immediate entrance is attractive. Menu is varied with "something for everyone" without being too busy. Simple foods, well prepared. Management is attentive, allergy conscious, and seem genuinely concerned about presentation and food quality. Service was great. Service team was attentive without being intrusive, we never wanted for anything. Food was staged, out promptly, fresh, and presented well. 10/10 Will revisit when back in this area.
Jessica G
Mar 25,2025
Service was fast and friendly, food was delicious. We really appreciated having books available for children to read while waiting. The children's menu was great!
Marcus Raines (Marky Marks Heating)
Mar 10,2025
The best restaurant in sterling! I’m here almost everyday sometimes 2 times a day. The staff and owners are amazing, at this point they have made me feel like family. If you are riding through and want a great experience and food stop on in! You will not be disappointed!
Reviews For The Grill at River City Restaurant