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River Café
We are located in the middle of Prince's Island Park and we are accessed on foot via one of four bridges or causeways. Parking is available on street in the Eau Claire area, underground at Eau Claire Market for a flat fee of $2 on weekends and evenings, or across from Memorial Drive. We look forward to welcoming you soon. Should your plans change, please let us know.
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385 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 385 reviews
5 stars
(190)
4 stars
(145)
3 stars
(37)
2 stars
(10)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(271)
- fit for foodies(247)
- scenic view(222)
- romantic(206)
- great for outdoor dining(169)
- neighborhood gem(147)
River Café Reviews List
Review 1 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for Father's Day brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My step-daughter and I took her Daddy to River cafe for Father's Day brunch. The setting was as beautiful as ever and the food was delicious and artfully presented. The only downside was the noise and activity level of the restaurant. On top of being full with customers there was a lot of staff bustling around. If the service had been timely and five star it would have been alright but for the number of staff around the service was slow and sub-par for brunch. We will be going back."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for River Café
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Poor Service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Attended fathers day bunch and then lunch the next day. Poor service both times, messed up reservations, 5 people table vs 6 requested. Waiter never mentioned specials, messed up food order and was very inattentive. Will not recommend"
Dined on 6/17/2013
2012
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Review 3 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Brunch date
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 6/17/2013
2013
Dined on 6/17/2013
2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went for a nice special lunch with my boyfriend on the one nice day so far. I have been to this location many times on different occasions and it has always been outstanding. Same high quality service, absolutely delicious food and beautiful location even though the rain was on its way. would recommend for dinner, brunch or just drinks"
Dined on 6/17/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch
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Review 4 for River Café
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
slow service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We loved the food! But the service was pretty slow, & it wasn't even busy. I would go back, but probably not with kids!"
Dined on 6/16/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic
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Review 5 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wild for Boar!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I recently took my family to River Cafe for Father's day. It was a memorable time, but the meal was even more memorable. I was delighted to see new additions for the Summer menu, along side the classic standards of the cafe. We ordered the latest flatbread- strawberry with pesto, st andre, and honeycomb- and an old faithful red lentil hummus with flatbread as starters. The Strawberry one was a HUGE hit at our table, and is the perfect version of a pizza for Summertime. I had the wild boar tenderloin and it was AMAZING!- I'm still thinking about it, almost three days later! All in all, a perfect meal...and for the love of God, DON'T forget to order the Pimms & Ginger!- You won't be sorry."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for River Café
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Better the first time around.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our second visit to the River Cafe in the last few months and it was just ok. Not necessarily anything bad about it but not outstanding either. Waiters were neither friendly nor rude. Food was neither tasteless nor remarkable. View was fantastic. I would try them againto see if this was a one off, but not before I try another of other restaurants around town first."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 7 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was very good, but the service was lacking. We waited quite a while before getting more drinks and our main dishes were wrong. The waiter was pleasant though."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 8 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent as usual
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Another delightful evening except it rained so we had to be inside."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Father's day gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was the perfect location for a low key, but lovely, brunch with family for Father's day. Food was amazing and to sit outside on the river in good weather was a wonderful touch."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great summer lunch spot
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great ambience on a summer day...ominous clouds were brewing though and we asked what would happened if it started to rain...waitress said we had 'forfeited' an indoor spot by choosing outside. Inside was absolutely empty when we went in to check...now will be leery in uncertain weather."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 11 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Like the ambience and feel of the restaurant, semi formal and respectable. A beautiful stting."
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for River Café
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Could Not get a drink
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Aside from the waiter being a bit rude, we also had to sit there for quite a while after he took away my empty Prosecco glass. He never asked if I wanted another (I did), so I sat there watching my husband drink a nice wine he had the forethought to order right at the beginning of the night (along with the Prosecco).
The braised bison was gamey. I have it to my husband who agreed. Steak was med well, not medium. Little things, but for what you hear about this place, you expect more."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view
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Review 13 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Worth the price
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Well thought out menu,elegantly presented in a quasi casual setting. Loved the canoes and furniture."
Dined on 6/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 14 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
River Cafe never disappoints
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful lunch on the patio with warm, attentive service. Highly recommended."
Dined on 6/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 15 for River Café
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Dinner, as a wedding gift
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for dinner and I had very high expectations. I'm surprised by how not " fancy " the decor is (its won all sorts of awards you'd think it would be a bit swankier). Then I was surprised by how many children were in there, running around, parents ignoring them. I also was shocked at how lax the dress code is... ripped hoodies and beaten up sneakers?
We tried the fish and game board. It was really good, very adventurous. I loved the rabbit, and the fresh mozzarella, didn't like the pickled asparagus.
My Beef Tenderloin was very tough, sinewy, and overcooked. Our server kindly replaced it with the Bison Striploin, which took nearly 30 minutes to come out. Don't see what the hype is about. It was free, won't be going back."
We tried the fish and game board. It was really good, very adventurous. I loved the rabbit, and the fresh mozzarella, didn't like the pickled asparagus.
My Beef Tenderloin was very tough, sinewy, and overcooked. Our server kindly replaced it with the Bison Striploin, which took nearly 30 minutes to come out. Don't see what the hype is about. It was free, won't be going back."
Dined on 6/12/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 16 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was great, the servers were great. I'll be back!"
Dined on 6/10/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Modern "rustic"
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Beautiful setting in a park - interesting menu and fun place to spend an evening. Food was well presented, but halibut was underwhelming - dry and the hummus appetizer was bland. My companions really enjoyed the bison and the boar, so stick to the meats. Good wine list, though not up to date with current offerings."
Dined on 6/11/2013
2004
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another incredible summer lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My special friend is lucky enough to have a birthday in June. So each year we book our birthday luncheon in April for the June luncheon. Again she rarely leaves her downtown office to have a "break". But we again thoroughly enjoyed the luncheon. We shared an appetizers tray of wild boar, carmelized salmon, duck pate, olives. and the suggested wine pairing was exquisite. We had flatbread with southern Alberta strawberries, and a fresh dungeness crab salad. We make our visit a special occasion and we are never disappointed. The lush trees and the smell of the wood burning stove create a peaceful retreat."
Dined on 6/11/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 19 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, presentation very nice.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Only downfall is my tuna didn't have as delicious a sauce as the halibut cake.
Still great meal as the tuna was lightly breaded and grilled to perfection.
Still great meal as the tuna was lightly breaded and grilled to perfection.
Panna Cotta done very nice."
Dined on 6/11/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 20 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Impressed some visitors
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I brought two US business visitors to River Café for a dinner. I wanted a place with great food and a special view and as always both were delivered. We sat on the patio, and too in the view as we enjoyed food and wine."
Dined on 6/06/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 21 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I live locally but hadn't been to the restaurant for some time and was very pleasantly surprised. I took a friend for a special birthday gift and she was impressed too. We shall be recommending it to others. Our server was excellent too with a great personality...I can't remember her name unfortunately. Thank you, until the next time ....."
Dined on 6/08/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for River Café
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Didn't actually stay to eat. Misunderstood the reservation sight and booked for the wrong day. When we went the only table available was right in the middle of the restaurant which you might as well not have. We felt in the way and cramped. Waiter didn't even acknowledge us for twenty minutes. I appreciate that it's busy, I've worked in a restaurant and I know it's hard but at least make sure we know that you know we're here. Mostly my issue was that the restaurant seemed waaaay to full. The weather was decent I don't see why the patio wasn't being used. I had a panic attack from claustrophobia and left."
Dined on 6/08/2013
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Review 23 for River Café
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Review
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall the restaurant is good, but didn't stand up to expectations.
For the money, you can find better options elsewhere."
For the money, you can find better options elsewhere."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 24 for River Café
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
smaller than you think
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The atmosphere was excellent. While the food was good the portions were skimpy to say the least. They were so small that they verged on insulting and exploitative. I will not go back."
Dined on 6/06/2013
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Review 25 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great location
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We knew that the river cafe was going to be great so we weren't too surprised about that. But the location is super peaceful amongst the trees and very comfortable. The waiter was very knowledgable and patient and the food very good."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was excellent, and location is amazing."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, notable wine list
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Review 27 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A wonderful experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a marvelous dinner at River Cafe! The weather cooperated for the first half of dinner and had turned into a glorious , sunny, warm spring evening. The service was friendly, courteous and the server was extremely professional and knowledgable!
Then........ as is known to happen in our lovely city, the weather changed in a second and the umbrella almost landed on my head.
A bus person ran over to assist and as we quickly gathered our things to go inside, our server already had a table ready for us. We didn't have to say a word.
A truly wonderful experience!!
Thank you!!"
Then........ as is known to happen in our lovely city, the weather changed in a second and the umbrella almost landed on my head.
A bus person ran over to assist and as we quickly gathered our things to go inside, our server already had a table ready for us. We didn't have to say a word.
A truly wonderful experience!!
Thank you!!"
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for River Café
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service not the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We like River Cafe a lot and try to go whenever there is something to celebrate. The last two times, unfortunately, we haven't had the best service. We had asked for a table by the window in our reservation, but we did not get that. We had to wait for our food for 1 hour and had to chase down any waiter in order to get additional wine and an explanation as to why we were still waiting. Food is great, though, but we hope that the service would also improve."
Dined on 6/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 29 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Review of River Cafe
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love it. Great food - innovative plates (and I've eaten many) well cooked, presented and served. It's not cheap, but worth every penny I say, Wine list features Canadians as well as others from further afield, so something for everyone. And it's a gem of a place...in the summer it's all about patio dining (or wishing you were on the patio) and in the winter it's a cosy refuge from the cold with wood fires and that comforting smell.
I'm a fan. I've been alot, and I plan to go many times again."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 30 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What makes this restaurant really great is its location. Located in the heart of Prince's Island Park, this restaurant reminds you of being in the shire setting for Lord of the Rings. We went there for their weekend brunch.The food was alright. I had the rare seared albacore tuna. it was rare but I wasn't sure it was seared. it resembled sushi rolled in mustard seeds. It was flavourful however just not what I expected. In terms of price, I suppose they can command 21$ for a small morsel of fresh Tuna as afterall we are farthest away from the ocean. My partner had the Brioche french toast. he really liked it as restaurant french toasts tend to get soggy and this wasn't. Overall, great place to go to for the ambiance."
Dined on 6/02/2013
Special Features: scenic view, special occasion
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Review 31 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love It!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love this restaurant. The menu is a little eclectic for me, but I can typically find something pretty normal. The ambiance is ridiculous, located right in Prince Island Park."
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 32 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fine dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent and server was great ,very responsive. The place was cozy and comfortable to dine in. Thank you."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 33 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Marvelous Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were looking for a suitable place to celebrate our anniversary, and were certainly not disappointed. The service was exceptional and the food was outstanding.
Very much appreciated the extra touch of providing complimentary truffles for our special occasion."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 34 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Out of the ordinary
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"If bored with usual offerings you will like this."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good night at River Café
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service can be hit-and-miss but this was a good night at the River Café. They knew it was our anniversary and the service was the perfect amount of attentiveness. The food was very good, just off excellent simply because I hardly ever give an excellent. I personally like the rustic feel but modern menu of the River Café; great place for a semi-casual romantic evening out; don't be shy, let them know in your Open Table reservation you are celebrating. Give them a chance to shine!"
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for River Café
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
some hits and some misses
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Considering the reputation of this restaurant, the expectations were quite high. However, some basic mistakes were made by either kitchen or waitress:
- cooking of beef tenderloin way overdone
- appetizer of the day (with lamb) was too fat. 3/4 of the "meat" was fat, so the texture was very greasy
- we were 3 adults, and the waitress just asked me what appetizers I wanted and left for 5-10 minutes, so the other 2 couldn't order theirs before she returned
- appetizer of the day (with lamb) was too fat. 3/4 of the "meat" was fat, so the texture was very greasy
- we were 3 adults, and the waitress just asked me what appetizers I wanted and left for 5-10 minutes, so the other 2 couldn't order theirs before she returned
Some positive points:
- wine list has many rare wines
- some meals were very good (fish & game board, halibut, chicken breast)
- the desserts were all good"
- some meals were very good (fish & game board, halibut, chicken breast)
- the desserts were all good"
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, kid-friendly
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Review 37 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a pleasure
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Location is perfect, food is stellar and Lindsey the host is adorable and sweet.
The halibut and salmon were as always wonderful."
The halibut and salmon were as always wonderful."
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 38 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another perfect dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Another perfect dinner at the River Café. Friendly staff, superior cuisine with lost of choices, excellent wine, fantastic outdoor atmosphere. My three guests from out of town were very happy. One of my three favorite restaurants in town, the other ones being Rouge and Blink."
Dined on 5/27/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 39 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent environment...everything was outstanding - best restaurant in town..."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 40 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Birthday treat
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"River Cafe is my daughters favourite place, so I took her there to celebrate her birthday. She is a runner and enjoys the park setting and eclectic cleintele. We had a wonderful seat overlooking the park pathways. Our waitress was excellent and seemed not only very knowledgable about the menu, but was friendly and food enthusiastic. I took her suggestion and ordered the lunch special. The food was excellent in look and taste. We shared the chocolate zuccini cake with raspberry sorbet for dessert and it was delicious. We had a wonderful walk in the park, to and from, our lunch and also did some shopping in Eau Claire market. It was all and all a great experience."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 41 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always dependable and super.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The restaurant and the food are only bested by the friendly yet professional staff. We arrived over 30 minutes early and were accommodated by the warm fire on a rainy evening. Always and excellent choice."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 42 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Grad Celebration
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went to the River Cafe after my daughter's Grad Ceremony because we wanted to go to a restaurant that was unique and memorable. The menu provided an outstanding variety of unique food and the ambiance was perfect. Our server was very friendly and answered all of our many questions. Our out of town guests were just as impressed as we were. Thank you for excellent food and service!!!"
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 43 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Relaxing experience!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I really enjoyed my time at the restaurant with my friends. Service was awesome, food delicious and well presented and the wine was tasty. I am planning to bring my husband next time. I found the restaurant appealing and chic ."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 44 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dining at River Cafe is always a great experience! The location is just as amazing as the food."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 45 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Quiet evening with friends
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place for a relaxed special occasion dinner. Very friendly & efficient service from the usher to the server. Heard about this place before, but never got around to visit. Tasty & healthy food, great wines for all levels of prices!"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 46 for River Café
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great for a romantic dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I reserved a table for my husband's birthday. Everything was perfect...the food, the service and the ambiance.
We loved our experience there."
We loved our experience there."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Superb salmon
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful location; what a shame that on such a beautiful evening the terrace was closed!
The wild spring ivory salmon with fiddleheads was superb and the thought of it will have me salivating for some time to come. The wild hog was tender and delicious.
The restaurant is very expensive!"
The wild spring ivory salmon with fiddleheads was superb and the thought of it will have me salivating for some time to come. The wild hog was tender and delicious.
The restaurant is very expensive!"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 48 for River Café
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food, poor service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"35 min wait to put in a drink order. Waitress didn't really apologize or offer any compensation for it. All of the lunch special was gone by the time we were able to put in an order (it wasn't when she originally told us about it 35 min earlier....why didn't we order drinks when she told us about the special...she didn't bring a drink menu). I love the food and ambiance at this restaurant, but this is the third time we have gone with exceptionally poor wait service. Had much better treatment at Earls the night prior, which is embarrassing for River Cafe. Fine dining yes, professional wait staff no. We were initially seated at a four top, but moved to a table for two. Ten min later a twosome was seated at our table. Annoying."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 49 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was great and the food was interesting. We enjoyed the relaxed feel of the place and the view for all diners was enjoyable.
I do object to being charged $4 for the water that was offered to diners.
Flat, even flat filtered water sold at extravagant prices is unnecessary and felt like a deceitful add on to an otherwise acceptable $250 bill."
I do object to being charged $4 for the water that was offered to diners.
Flat, even flat filtered water sold at extravagant prices is unnecessary and felt like a deceitful add on to an otherwise acceptable $250 bill."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 50 for River Café
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the moment we arrived everything was great! Our server was friendly and suggested great items off of the menu. She didn't rush us along and let us take our time to enjoy our drinks and meal. River Cafe is a great spot with wonderful food, but at the same time does not feel stuffy at all. We will definitely be back! The wild boar was delicious!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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