New Restaurant Open At Former Blackwater Location

    After several months of renovations, the former Blackwater Inn restaurant in Astor is open and ready to serve customers. Now known as Drifters River Front Bar and Grill upstairs and McHenry’s Pub on the Water downstairs, the location offers two unique dining experiences in one, waterfront location.
    Owner/operator Mechelle McHenry, an Astor-area resident, was busy upstairs in the past week, preparing Drifters for its first customers. The remodeled space that formerly housed William's Landing offers a variety of casual dining options, including wings, burgers, Philly subs, and much more. This week, the downstairs is expected to open, featuring reubens, corned beef, and a wide range of items for people looking for a stop while boating or passing by on SR 40.
    The new restaurant offers some changes from its former operations, including a new policy that does not allow for reservations. Just come on in and get a table. Additionally, bikers are welcome, but ‘colors’ associated with motorcycle activities are banned.
    Guests coming to eat upstairs or down will find two fully renovated spaces, with new flooring and other additions, including large-screen televisions.
    Drifters is open from 11 a.m. Thursday through Sunday, and remains open until the fun ends. However, the kitchen closes at 8 p.m.
    To learn more, visit www.driftersriverfront.com.