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Bay View Restaurant & Bar, Cottonwood Shores, TX

Bay View Restaurant & Bar

4.6
4.6
1669 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Overlooking Horseshoe Bay, the dining experience at Bay View is sure to capture your imagination. Brilliant sunsets and sweeping views of the Texas Hill Country and Lake LBJ paired with adaptable indoor and outdoor spaces and a commitment to exceptional service make the atmosphere truly enjoyable. Our balanced menu, led by Chef William Rivera and his culinary crew, includes creative twists to classic dishes using thoughtfully selected ingredients. Whether you want something to sip while you watch the brilliant sunset, you’re celebrating a special occasion or anything in between, there’s always a comfortable seat here for you with a view. You'll See!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (830) 637-7417
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    William Rivera
  • Catering
    We offer off-site Catering as well as Private Events. For more information, please contact us at 830-637-7417.
  • Private party facilities
    Brilliant sunset views, exceptional service, adaptable indoor and outdoor dining areas, private patios and customizable menu options make Bay View the perfect backdrop and venue for any special occasion. We’d be honored to host your group for a private dining event. For more information, please contact us at 830-637-7417.
  • Neighborhood
    Horseshoe Bay
  • Cross street
    2147 & Cottonwood Drive
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,669 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Great for scenic views

  • Austin

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bay View Restaurant & Bar offers a stunning lakeside dining experience with "awesome service and amazing views." Guests appreciate the "delicious food," including standout dishes like the crispy redfish and red snapper. The atmosphere is perfect for special occasions, with "friendly and attentive staff" enhancing the experience. While some noise and service issues are noted, the breathtaking sunsets and overall ambiance make it a must-visit destination.

1,669 Reviews
  1. Teresa

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Do the Churrasco Mixed grill for 2. Great beef, shrimp, fried lobster tail & yummy sauces. Wedge salad the best I've had. Tammy was a great wait person. Dined 4pm to catch sunset during CST. Don't miss this place. Been here several times & consistently great food, service & ambiance.

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  2. Q

    Austin

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    First we let the staff know that we were celebrating a wedding anniversary however there was no acknowledgment of that from the wait staff. Additionally i ordered the red snapper dish which was so hard i could have literally Frisbee(d) it across the room and injured someone. Now my husband and i have been going to this restaurant for the past say 3 years and it has gone from being one of our favorite dinning experiences slowly to just being an overpriced restaurant with a lovely view. The changed the seasonal crème brûlée to feature only a regular one. The brunch menu is just ok and now the rock hard snapper. Very sad. They are just another overpriced restaurant with a view more satisfying than any dish on its menu. Sad!

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  3. Luis

    VIP

    Houston

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and environment! Fantastic experience! Not to mention the amazing view!

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  4. D

    VIP

    Houston

    86 reviews

    5.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was exceptional. Very attentive! We had a group of 8 and she handled everything with ease and very nice! Fish and steaks were good.

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  5. David

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food & drinks - great date night restaurant atmosphere and wonderful views.
    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 2, 2024
    Thanks for the kind review, David. Hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Randy

    Hawaii

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very great Birthday experience. Our waiter was excellent !!!
    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 2, 2024
    Glad you enjoyed everything, Randy. Happy belated birthday!

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  7. vickie

    Austin

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely meal and evening watching the sun set. Beautiful! Food was exceptional last night.
    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 2, 2024
    Thanks for coming, Vickie! Glad you enjoyed the food and the spectacular sunset!

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  8. robben

    Anchorage

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Met old friends for casual, catch up dinner. Excellent service and food was wonderful. My steak was amazing.
    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 2, 2024
    Glad you and your friends had a great time. That Akaushi beef is hard to beat!

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  9. Bob

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a very nice dinner on a Thursday evening. Drinks and appetizers were on point and the lake view was great! Tammy was our server and she took excellent care of our table. Will definitely be back the next time we make it back to Texas.
    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 2, 2024
    Thanks for the kind review, Bob. Tammy is great, I will tell her you gave her a shout-out!

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  10. CristinaA

    VIP

    Orlando

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time! Delicious food and professional friendly staff. We will be back soon!
    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 2, 2024
    Glad you enjoyed everything, Cristina!

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FAQs

Bay View Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 1669 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Google Map for Bay View Restaurant & Bar

4401 Cottonwood Dr, Cottonwood Shores, TX 78657-9330

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    2147 & Cottonwood Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Horseshoe Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    William Rivera
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (830) 637-7417
  • Catering
    We offer off-site Catering as well as Private Events. For more information, please contact us at 830-637-7417.
  • Private party facilities
    Brilliant sunset views, exceptional service, adaptable indoor and outdoor dining areas, private patios and customizable menu options make Bay View the perfect backdrop and venue for any special occasion. We’d be honored to host your group for a private dining event. For more information, please contact us at 830-637-7417.
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