River House
ProHighlights
- Whole house holds 180 cocktail-style or 120 seated
- Riverside Deck for up to 90 guests at the water's edge
- Dining Room for up to 60 cocktail-style or 40 seated
About River House
River House is a fine dining restaurant at 2 Barney Street in Southport, set right on the Nerang River. Its three levels look across the water to the city skyline, and there is a pontoon below the deck. The Riverside Deck is the outdoor choice, with string lights and tables running to the river's edge. It takes 60 seated or 90 for cocktails, and it suits a party that carries on into the evening. The Dining Room is set up for seated dinners and milestones, with room for 40 at the table or 60 standing. For something smaller, the venue can also set up a wine nook for an intimate birthday or anniversary dinner. Taking the Whole House gives you all three levels, plus the deck and the jetty. It holds 120 seated or 180 cocktail-style, and it is the usual choice for a wedding where the ceremony, the meal and the first dance all stay in one place. Menus come from the restaurant's own kitchen and are built around shared food. The Long Lunch is the relaxed daytime option, The Chef's Feast leans on house signatures such as scallops and oysters, and Trust the Chef runs as a multi-course sequence. One events team stays with you from first contact through to the end of the night, with a dedicated floor crew on the day. Send an enquiry with your occasion and date, and expect a reply from the team by the next business day.
Inclusions & amenities
Venue type
Food & drinks
Features
Pricing
Food
Canapés on arrival can be added. Let the team know about dietary needs when booking.
Beverages
Availability
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can River House hold?
The Whole House takes up to 120 seated or 180 cocktail-style. The Riverside Deck takes 60 seated or 90 cocktail-style, and the Dining Room takes 40 seated or 60 cocktail-style.
Can we hold a wedding ceremony and reception here?
Yes. Guests can gather by the river, move upstairs for dinner and stay on for the dancing, with no transfers. You can choose one level or the whole house.
What food is served at functions?
There are three shared formats: The Long Lunch, The Chef's Feast and Trust the Chef. Canapés by the water can be added, and the kitchen will work around dietary needs when told in advance.
What do function menus cost?
River House prices its feasts on enquiry and doesn't publish figures. Send your date and guest numbers to the events team for a quote.
Can we have exclusive use of the venue?
Yes. Whole House hire gives your group all three levels, the deck and the jetty. Functions are arranged by appointment, separately from normal restaurant trading.
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Jacynta Donald
a month ago
Amazing service! All of the staff were so friendly, welcoming and helpful. We honestly haven’t experienced this level of service at a restaurant in a long time. The cocktails were delicious, and the beautiful views just…
Alana White
3 months ago
We had the most delicious Friday lunch at River House, incredible food, amazing service and fabulous atmosphere, the waterfront location is gorgeous, and the team really went out of their way to make sure we had an unfor…
Lisa Bassa
4 months ago
This is the best restaurant on the GC at the moment. We first dined there in March and have been back about 7 times since. The food is incredible but the experience is even better. The chef is so clearly passionate about…
Edhem “Eddie” Custovic
6 months ago
Dining at The River House was an outstanding experience from start to finish. We opted for the degustation menu, and every course was exceptional, beautifully presented, thoughtfully balanced, and full of flavour. A spe…
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