Laid back vibe. Lived-in, unpretentious back patio. Great place for a quick drink and watching the river. Will definitely be coming back...but probably with my dog.

Ok, this place is one of my favorites. They have a nice outdoor seating area right on the Platte River. They have bands often on the weekends. They have very friendly servers and the owner is amazing. Their food is good "bar food" but I will tell you, they have my #1 favorite sandwich that is like a Reuben but made with pastrami. They don't have it on the menu often, but boy when they do, you're in for a real treat.

Looking for something different on our way to Omaha and saw this on the map. Drove by because there is no sign on the road. Turned around, went down the drive and came to an old house with a small 'open' sign in a small window...about 1 and no other cars around. Went around to the front and they were just opening up. Ordered their special burger, wife had the cheeseburger and we sat outside by the river in the shade of huge trees....it was a hot day but it was pleasant on the patio. Food was fresh and good and you cannot beat the patio. No one else there when we left...fair going on in town down the road and the waitress said the heat and the fair was why they were slow, but they were going to have a band the next week end on the patio. Still I cannot understand why this place is not busy all the time.

Unique seafood grill with a Latino twist. Deliciously prepared and served most graciously, comfortable casual atmosphere reasonable prices

Great spot right by the river! It looks like it’s set up to have live music during the warmer months, lots of outdoor seating, very cozy. Bittersweet that it’s right by the highway and bike path; easy access but it can get noisy with the traffic. But if you’re an avid biker (motorized or not), it’s a very popular place to swing by. The food was pretty yummy; around 20 for a burger and beer (thanks inflation ). And the service was friendly and pretty prompt!

Established in 2002, this hideaway is hidden a few miles south of Springfield and about a mile north of Louisville along Highway 50. While many bars pride themselves on their vast entertainment options of TVs, pool tables, and other bar games, Heron Bay is different in that it encourages its customers to relax and take in the scenery. As one dines outside, soft country music plays over the speakers (or a band entertains on stage), and they can enjoy the sunshine, a cold brew, and be captivated by the activity of the river. Heron Bay is about as laid back as it gets. My girlfriend and I visited in the waning hours of a Sunday night and relaxed at a riverside table as we listened to the chatter of families enjoying the river, admired a couple of cuddly house cats, and took in the beautiful sights of the Platte River. Ordering our meal was interesting as menus are not handed out. Instead, we referred to a chalk board near the entrance that gave us the daily options of a burger, pork tenderloin, Philly, of chili dog with tots or fries. The prices are a bit higher than what a typical bar would charge, but it can easy be argued that part of the atmosphere, experience, and view was priced in! The food was superb. The Philly was different in that it wasn’t shredded beef, but instead strips (almost brisket-like). Philly sandwiches are typically one of my go-to menu items when visiting these small bars, and it was a treat to try one that had a bit of a twist to it. Heaping amounts of gooey cheese and some peppers were added on top, which only added to my experience. I was very happy with my meal! My girlfriend opted for a juicy cheeseburger (notice the golden-brown toasted bun which looks dang-near perfect), and she too thoroughly enjoyed it all! We stopped to chat with the owner Shirley before we left. She told us all about the great floods of 2019 and how the waves would crash against the building’s patio doors, and about the heaping piles of sand that completely covered many of the tables and chairs showcased in the photos. She and her crew have been consistently pushing through struggle after struggle (the floods, COVID, etc.) to bring some top-notch service to their customers. Dining at Heron Bay is reminiscent of dining in your backyard. Firepits, laughter, housecats – it truly feels as if you’re right at home. This is absolutely a bar in which I could see people enjoying drinks with their friends on the weekends on a regular basis as they enjoy the ambiance. It’s a place to relax and unwind, and a small hidden gem for those not wanting to travel too far from the big city of Omaha. Thank you, Heron Bay, for your wonderful service and for treating my girlfriend and I to a fun Sunday evening!

Great place to stop if you're on a motorcycle! Good atmosphere, friendly people, and great view of the Platte River.

Best oasis, best food, best bands, coldest beer around. It's awesome watching all the airboats on the Platte River.