Reviews


The Riverview hotel offers a mixed experience, with some guests raving about the amazing food and fantastic service, while others were disappointed by the quality of the meals and the lack of hospitality. The atmosphere of the establishment is noted to be vibrant, with options for both fine dining and casual pub fare. Some reviewers mention a lack of vegetarian options on the menu but appreciate the delicious food and friendly service. Despite some hiccups with reservations and noisy patrons, overall, the general consensus seems to be that the Riverview Hotel is a great spot for a family gathering or a night out with friends, on average, The Riverview Hotel Dining Room has been rated as 4.3.

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 4668 reviews

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Menulist
3.8 ★ from 5 reviews
Ellert
11.04.2023 - 16:17

Beautiful pub that has pet-friendly and has several sections, including a fine restaurant and bar and outdoor area with pub food and Sunday roast. The...

Vera
11.04.2023 - 16:17

This is another one of these primitive pubs that are randomly hidden on the back streets. Well, somehow considering that it is also near the port,...

Chris
11.04.2023 - 16:17

Always a beautiful place and usually tables available in the week. Service is positive and friendly.

Jorge
03.12.2022 - 20:02

delicious food, friendly service. I enjoyed my birthday!

Piererminio
03.12.2022 - 20:02

We came here on a Saturday night over the labour long weekend.Unfortunately the restaurant has lost its old homely ambience. The lights were so bright inside li...

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Opentable
4.3 ★ from 109 reviews
StevenW
17.12.2023 - 04:04

We just love this place, great little pub, friendly staff and really good food. We love chillin' here for a few hours on a weekend.

TomW
17.12.2023 - 04:04

One of the best Sunday roasts I have ever had. The garlic cheesey pizza crust is a must as a warm up! Highly recommended.

AlexandraA
17.12.2023 - 04:04

Great value , friendly service... lovely afternoon sunlight drenching the dining room. We will go again!

AnitaJ
17.12.2023 - 04:04

We love this place... good selection of quality food, terrific staff and lovely cosy fireplace to sit near in the winter.

GeorgeS
17.12.2023 - 04:04

The food was horrendous and the service was so poor. It was the worst meal I have had in over 4 years. $38 for a main course that is a disgrace considering the...

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INT Restaurants
4.3 ★ from 2016 reviews
Peter
31.01.2024 - 18:53

Shoot me now and send me to the Riverview hotel heaven, the bar staff are welcoming and very obliging, absolutely 11 out of 10 , we are at the restaurant upstai...

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Faye
31.01.2024 - 18:53

Good Yorkshire pudding, melt in the mouth meat and lovely veggies but the roast potatoes and gravy were over salted other than that pretty good.

Nicole
31.01.2024 - 18:53

A wonderful St Patrick’s Day meal at this lovely pub.

S
31.01.2024 - 18:53

LOVED IT! A group of 11 of us, all had the roast with added sides and dessert. AMAZING! It was by far the best roast I’ve had in Sydney and really enjoyed the r...

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Sam
31.01.2024 - 18:53

Lovely pub that is pet friendly and has multiple sections including a fine dining restaurant and bar and outdoor area with pub food and Sunday roast. The menu u...

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Facebook
4.4 ★ from 268 reviews
Foursquare
4.2 ★ from 81 reviews
Google
4.3 ★ from 649 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 279 reviews
Yelp
3.5 ★ from 12 reviews
Zomato
4.4 ★ from 134 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.3 ★ from 1118 reviews

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