Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.8 out of 5
Very good | 1008 reviews

What User likes about Riverside Cafe:
we stumbled this morning about this fabulous place all 5 hungry adult plus 2 small children. we had no booking, but were nevertheless welcomed and the food and the service cannot be misbeaten. the English breakfast was deliciously fresh, beautifully cooked and plentiful. we even got a paintbook, pens and lesebooks to keep the little happy, and it worked! Many thanks for a very pleasant experience and we will definite... View all feedback. What JCHornsby45 doesn't like about Riverside Cafe:
I waited 40 minutes for 2 coffees, an orange juice, and a tea at this restaurant. I had paid to sit inside the cafe but didn't have time to enjoy my drinks there because they took so long to prepare. When I asked for my drinks to be put into take away cups, the waitress cashier rudely handed them to my husband and snapped at him to hurry up, even though we had already waited 40 minutes for them. Her behavior made us... View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
3.5 ★ from 173 reviews
Leonie
20.11.2023 - 16:57

After enjoying a leisurely walk by the river, we decided to grab a hot drink at Riverside Cafe. Unfortunately, our experience left much to be desired. We ordere...

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JCHornsby45
20.11.2023 - 16:57

I waited 40 minutes for 2 coffees, an orange juice, and a tea at this restaurant. I had paid to sit inside the cafe but didn't have time to enjoy my drinks ther...

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tones
20.11.2023 - 16:57

It's been 25 minutes and I'm still waiting for a simple order.... unfortunately the place isn't set up to cope with simple orders. If you value your time...go e...

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Emily
20.11.2023 - 16:57

We sat outside which was lovely however- the tables weren’t cleaned. Lady who took my order inside was lovely and sweet. The girl serving the food didn’t know w...

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AlbionBoy72
20.11.2023 - 16:57

I've been coming here once every few weeks for years but getting fed up of poor service. Used to be great, but would echo that the mananger is a bit rude. Suffe...

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Located by the river, Riverside Cafe offers a range of dining experiences, but customer reviews reveal a mixture of highs and lows. While some guests have praised the restaurant's delicious food and attentive service, others reported significant delays and poorly heated drinks, with waits extending up to 40 minutes. Unfriendly staff interactions further detracted from the ambiance, leading to calls for improvement. However, on a positive note, the cafe has successfully hosted private events, showcasing its potential for creating memorable experiences. Overall, diners are divided, making it a gamble for those seeking reliable service.

Menu
4.6 ★ from 6 reviews

Highly recommended for a private event! we stopped our drinks/canapés reception at the brasserie after we married the street in the office. I cannot express eno...

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We stumbled this morning about this fabulous place all 5 hungry adult plus 2 small children. we had no booking, but were nevertheless welcomed and the food and...

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We went to lunch today, and each ordered gormet burger. the service was somewhat slow, but acceptable. the food was well presented and hot. Unfortunately, my bu...

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I had recently eaten with a friend here. beautiful, bright, airy atmosphere, nice eating, good choice. delicious merry berry smoothie.

Lovely place to get away from the bustle below. Light and airy space with a great view and good food.

Facebook
5.0 ★ from 2 reviews
Foursquare
3.0 ★ from 13 reviews
Google
4.2 ★ from 64 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.1 ★ from 184 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.5 ★ from 160 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.1 ★ from 369 reviews

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