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La Riviera Restaurant
La Riviera Restaurant is an upscale white tablecloth restaurant serving continental cuisine featuring traditional and new dishes from France, Italy and Latin-America. the patisserie is one of the best, the pastry chefs produces amazing desserts that have all the locals raving about them. La Riviera is considered one of the favorite restaurants in the Bryan/ College Station area.
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54 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 54 reviews
5 stars
(24)
4 stars
(17)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(31)
- neighborhood gem(23)
- romantic(21)
- fit for foodies(17)
- good for groups(16)
- great for lunch(13)
La Riviera Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
An enjoyable dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our luncheon group prefers La Riviera over other area restaurants because the food is expertly prepared and presented, the surroundings are pleasant and low-key, and the service is timely."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good was really good but the waitress we had no good alway had to ask for refill and other things alway someone else's tool our ayes and she wasn't friendly thanks"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Buffet for Mothers Day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We dined here for Mothers Day brunch. It was a wonderful buffet, full of variety and delicious options; boiled shrimp, beef enchiladas, salads, pastas, grilled veggies, etc. The desserts were magnificent. That was our first time at the restaurant, so we looked at the regular menus too. We will be back!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The only thing that I didnt like was the "forced" graduation menu. One of the reasons I selected this restaurant was for the variety on the menu and I was a little disappointed that we didnt get to order from the menu"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 5 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice find
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had dinner over Aggie graduation weekend...staff is very nice and accomodating..wine list is weak, quality of food good, portion size just right. The had a limited special menu for graduation, would like to try items from the full menu the next time."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Most accessible fine dining in BCS
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/08/2013
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"La Riveria is a teriffic, if under-appreciated, place for fine dining in Bryan and College Station. Folks looking for a great meal usually end up at the same two or three places in town, but La Riveria can hold its own against those better-known places. Plus, it is much easier to get a table whenever you want.
The only downside is their very limited wine list. Great meals should be accompanied by great wines. Even for most of the wines they do offer, there are much better choices at those same price points. The owner or chef should talk to someone who knows wine and revamp the selections. They don't need to pay big bucks to a professional wine consultant, just ask any of local oenophiles."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
An ideal luncheon venue
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our luncheon group meets monthly at La Riviera. It is the best restuarant in town for having a lovely meal served in pleasant surroundings with good service."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 8 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not bad, not great
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"La Riviera is ok, and the price was moderate. Two entrees, dessert, a decent bottle of wine and tip came to about $125. The food was just average. I ordered the longhorn--which is a somewhat thinner than expected strip. My date had the striped bass. The striped bass was better than the steak. The steak, ordered medium rare, was more than medium. One of the sides--a mashed potato concoction--was gluey. The server could not tell me what a "longhorn cut" was, describe the fish prep or help with wine selection. He found ways to be both intrusive and unavailable. Nevertheless, I left my average 20%. I put the fault on management who threw him out there with little training. He was polite and pleasant--just interruptive and clueless."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 9 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not great...
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good filet with a new flavor, but hubby ordered the risotto and the rice was under cooked. He sent it back and had the same result. The food is at a price point that you expect perfection the first time. As a whole, we were not that impressed with the experience."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 10 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Table of 9, 7 appetizers served and the remaining 2 later; 6 entrees served and the remaining 3 significantly later - the first 6 dinners were cold by the time the last 3 arrived. Waiter could not match order to guest."
Dined on 4/30/2013
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Review 11 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The staff that handled our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The staff that handled our event were fantastic. We will use this facility again. Thanks for making our parents 60th Anniversary so special."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 12 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is always excellent.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is always excellent. We had a wonderful time celebrating Administrative Professionals Day!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 13 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and atmosphere!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food and atmosphere! A gem in College Station"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 14 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Celebration Success!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We celebrated a special event at La Riviera and all 8 family members complimented me on this find. The food was good and the ambiance was perfect for a celebration. I found the service to be very personal, the server was attentive and made us feel like the only table she had. Although the selection on the menu was not huge, there was something for everyone. Almost everyone at our table tried something new and enjoyed what they got. This is a great location for a quick romantic get away or a special family celebration."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Odd restaurant. The only bread
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Odd restaurant. The only bread was either an odd form of pita or what appeared to be store bought rolls, sliced into thirds. The decor is remarkable and haphazard. The food was mostly good."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
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Review 16 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
La Riviera is our favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"La Riviera is our favorite restaurant in Bryan/College Station. The food is always excellent."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Few people there but service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Few people there but service was still not up to expectations. They were out of bread and refills on our drinks were slow in coming. Food was excellent but the experience was not what we expected."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 18 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A pleasant evening out!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our dinner was tasty and pleasant, and the service was attentive without being at all intrusive. There were many interesting entree choices, as well as salads and appetizers. They were perfectly willing to split the lovely gorgonzola/pear salad, presenting it very attractively on two plates. We had the stuffed planked salmon and the pave pork loin; the portions of the main courses were reasonable, neither pretentiously small nor overwhelmingly large, and they were well equipped with vegetable sides. All was expertly cooked and presented, though the pork was inexplicably tough. We had looked forward to trying an Argentine Malbec, knowing that it is a rare varietal but -- alas! -- they were all out of it. Overall, a nice treat!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We thoroughly enjoyed our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We thoroughly enjoyed our meal at La Riviera and will be back. Service was great and the food was delicious!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our Favoite Restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I visit La Riviera often, both with friends at lunch and with my husband. The food is always beautifully prepared and presented, and the service is excellent as well. It is our favorite restaurant in town."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Rivals Big City Dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My favorite restaurant. Food, wine, linens, and ambiance reflect the highest standards of fine dining."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was Great and was reasonably
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was Great and was reasonably prices for this caliber of food."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect Romantic Date Night
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had an absolutely unforgettable dinner at La Riviera!! The service was top notch and they made sure we had everything we wanted and more. Food and presentation was amazing! I got the steak house filet while my husband got the duck and both were delectable! Very impressive wine list and we were excited when we discovered they had our favorite Argentine Malbec. For dessert, I got the chocolate espresso cake and he got the tres leches. I would recommend everything because it was all perfect. We will be coming back!!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A nice small restaurant. The
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A nice small restaurant. The food was good and nicely arranged on the plate. We had a nice glass of wine from their wine list. The problem we had was with the waiter. He gave us our salads, but after an hour brought our meal ticket without us eating the main course. He didn't check on us for an hour. He apologized and finally brought us our food...and then the meal ticket again. Not sure what happened, but the food was good once we got it. It wasn't a real problem that our meal was delayed since we were in no hurry and enjoying our wine. It was just odd that he thought we had eaten when he had never brought our food."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was very good. The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good. The portions are not what I would call large but considering the type of restaurant and the quality of the food you were given good serving size for the price."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 26 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
What? No duck or escargo?
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"With a name like La Riviera, I expected a French styled menu. This is a nice restaurant, but it does not offer any French traditional items on the menu."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 27 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have eaten here every Valentines
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have eaten here every Valentines for the past 3 years. Every time the service has been terrific and the food cooked to perfection."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food is La Riviera's strong
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is La Riviera's strong suit. Located in a strip center, the decor is sparce and contains fixtures last seen in the 80s. The wood trim around the doors does not match the bar. Overall, the space feels like it was hastily decorated with whatever could be found on sale. The service was OK, though not on par with the quality of the food. This likely has more to do with the pool of talent since this is a college town so students dominate the waitstaff workforce."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
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Review 29 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Meh
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Super mediocre. Food was forgettable at best. Dinner took a little over 2 hours becuase the service was so slow"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
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Review 30 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, great prices and just an overall great place to dine"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic
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Review 31 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
At the start of the night
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"At the start of the night we were sat right next to the door. I found this to be very uncfortable so I asked to change tables implying that if made reservations I expect to be in the restaurant not the lobby. The waitress moved us inside the restaurant and the rest of the night could not have been better. We had delicious food with small portions and a wonderful waitstaff. Loved the night we stayed for 3 hours we didn't want to leave."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This is an excellent restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is an excellent restaurant but he waiter was not very knowledgeable. He did not know the Valentine Special and we had to go to the hostess and ask for the manager before we got our special. But that said, we enjoyed the food and evening."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 33 for La Riviera Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Salad and Dessert was great
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Salad and Dessert was great but entrees didnt meet the mark. Pork was just a little dry and potatoes were very bland. Prices match the quality though. Service was also very slow for how uncrowded it was, but ambiance was nice and rest of meal made up for the downfalls"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for La Riviera Restaurant
Based on the average of (21) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate