I have friends who have persuaded me to try Tim's ...

I have friends who have persuaded me to try Tim's Rivershore restaurant for years. I finally took time to go off the beaten path and was I ever pleased. I love the simple and basic atmosphere. It doesn't feel like a chain and you definitely get the river ambiance with deck side seating. My friend and I picked a Saturday in March when the weather was mild enough to enjoy outside seating. We received quick service from our server, Will, and received our drinks quickly. Since it was our first visit, we labored over what to get because Tim's has a large selection of seafood along with beef, chicken and salad alternatives for guests who don't like fish. My friend went for the Broiled Rivershore Platter that featured a broad selection of seafood. I had the Broiled stuffed Rockfish stuffed with crab meat. Both of us were very pleased. The hushpuppies that came with the meal were cooked perfectly and complimented the broiled seafood perfectly. I had the coleslaw and potato salad because both are made there. The coleslaw is a good match for seafood because it's the tangy kind without mayo. I prefer mine creamier so I wouldn't get that unless you like tangy slaw. However, both of us raved over the homemade Potato Salad. It had a nice creamy texture and a rich flavor that stood up well with seafood. After dining, we decided to go inside for drinks. The bar is shaped like the bow of a boat. It felt a lot like a pub because the curvature encourages socializing. My friend began exploring some of the bold concoctions recommended by the bartender and regulars. I opted to continue with a selection of beers. All the drinks were enjoyable, the beer was served cold and the service was quick and efficient. I highly recommend Tim's if you're looking for the quirky, casual dining experience. This is not a gourmet restaurant and doesn't pretend to be anything more than well cooked food in a relaxed atmosphere. They were going to do a sunset Bonfire on the riverside that night with live music, but we had a bit of a drive and couldn't stay. We are definitely going back to continue sampling the list of house drinks.