River Roast - Chicago

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River Roast

River Roast
4.2 / 5 (15679 reviews)

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Overall, the restaurant received mixed reviews. Some customers complained about slow service, improperly cooked food, and mediocre dishes. Despite these issues, others praised the delicious guacamole, good service, and generous portions. The outdoor dining experience was pleasant, and the atmosphere was described as fun. While some guests enjoyed the river view and tasty food, others felt the menu was somewhat limited and the prices were a bit high. It seems that the restaurant's quality and experience may vary depending on individual preferences and expectations.

Last update: 17.05.2026 from: Diego

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★ 4.2 / 5 from 15679 reviews
agustin-363
16.07.2021

The guacamole is excellent. We ate outdoors on the sidewalk which was a pleasant experience. While the food is neither authentic nor gourmet, it is quite tasty and well prepared. Service is good and portions are generous. It's a fun environment.

nmonahan-chef519
08.08.2017

Food was quite good. The Guac they make at the table was excellent. Drinks are frighteningly over priced. Service, while attentive, seemed a bit confused.

little-misty
08.08.2017

Food was good, service was ok. Did notice everyone else got chips and salsa when they sat down. I guess solo diners are literally on their own when it comes to that.

diego-zambrano-fores
01.03.2026

ASK FOR JIMMY My wife and I came to Chicago to celebrate our one-year wedding anniversary. While walking along the river, we stopped on a bridge and noticed a cat nearby naturally, we couldn’t help but give it some attention. That little moment led us to walk into River Roast, where we decided to sit down for a coffee. From the moment we sat down, our experience was elevated by our beyond amazing server, Jimmy. His kindness, attentiveness, and genuine care set the absolute gold standard for what a server should be. I’ve been to multiple five-star restaurants, and honestly, Jimmy makes many of those servers look like newbies. Ernesto, the manager, was also fantastic. He reassured us that the cat is well taken care of and made it clear that River Roast truly puts customers first. If you’re visiting Chicago or even if you’re local do yourself a favor and come to River Roast. Ask for Jimmy, and you’ll receive nothing short of the best treatment and an unforgettable experience. To the owners and leadership team: employees like Jimmy and Ernesto are the reason guests come back and tell stories like this. They represent your brand at the highest level and deserve recognition, appreciation, and yes A RAISE. Talent like this is invaluable. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Meal type: Brunch Price per person: $20–30

gabriela-osorio-fern
26.06.2025

Great place for brunch !! Big portions, tasty and a very nice river view. We went for brunch and ended up very satisfied until late evening. I think it’s kind of a tourist trap though, because it’s expensive for what you get. I found the menu somewhatlimited, but once you decide you probably made a good choice.

FAQ

A little farther located is CTA-Clark & Lake-Blue Line, where you can also access the municipal transportation.

You can use the WiFi of the establishment free of charge.

The eatery is a non-smoking restaurant.

The dishes that you can eat here, are made with ingredients sourced directly from regional farms.

The restaurant provides you a selection of gluten-free dishes.

There is a TV / screen on-site where sports are shown.

The diner is accessible and can therefore also be used with a wheelchair or physical limitations.

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