Riverbend Bar & Grille At The Newton Marriott Hotel

Riverbend Bar & Grille At The Newton Marriott Hotel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Julie

   Greater Boston3 reviews

   1.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   Food was a continental quality at best. No option for anything but the “buffet”, only eggs and bacon , sausage and pots. NO choice of pancakes or waffles or French toast. Mediocre bread and pastries, yogurt, cereal . Coffee was cold. Used to go many years ago and it was so much better. Will not go back!
   

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   Joan VIP

   Greater Boston16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   ⸻ We had such a wonderful Easter brunch experience at the Riverbend! The food was absolutely delicious — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was warm, inviting, and perfect for a relaxing meal. The service was outstanding as well; the staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a top-notch brunch experience. We’ll definitely be back!
   

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   John

   Greater Boston1 review

   4.0

   Dined on February 3, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The lunch hour was busy but the staff handled the crowd with ease. I thought the Reuben sandwich was delicious and the French fries were just enough to satisfy but not overwhelm. I would return to dine for lunch here.
   

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   Kathy VIP

   Greater Boston25 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 24, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The chopped salad was excellent ! We were a group of seven women who lingered over coffee and we never felt rushed.
   

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   Jane VIP

   Greater Boston46 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on January 22, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 2

   The food and service were fine today as they always do a great job at breakfast in the Riverbend Cafe. Unfortunately as we were eating the fire alarm went off and we were required to exit the restaurant and wait in the lobby. Business breakfasts are somewhat brief and instead of finishing our conversation, we had to leave. Time does not permit waiting around and returning to finish cold breakfast and coffee. So, this time not the best experience.
   

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   Azadeh

   New York City1 review

   1.0

   Dined on January 11, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   I reserved for brunch because of their menu at 10:45 but when we got there, we were told that no brunch is served there, the kitchen is closed and we can just have breakfast buffet that was not our choice. Or had to wait till 11:30 to be able to order the lunch menu.
   

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   Henry and Nancy VIP

   Los Angeles5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on December 5, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was delicious and unexpected for a hotel restaurant
   

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   John

   Greater Boston1 review

   5.0

   Dined on November 28, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   It was so great to have this as an option for Thanksgiving Dinner. Staff was friendly, helpful and attentive. Food was delicious. We will definitely keep this venue in mind for future celebrations.
   

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   Randall

   Greater Boston20 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on November 28, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Good service, and good Thanksgiving buffet. Would like to return to order off of their regular menu.
   

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    Nava

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Thanksgiving brunch at this location is something we do for many years. After Covid it was not so good but we wanted to give them another chance. I am glad we did! My request for a window view sit was granted and our party of 5 loved the food choices at the buffet. In addition to the turkey we had short ribs , fish and pasta, salads , side dishes and option to choose 2 soups. Clam chowder was one of the best I had (other guests agreed with me). There were many types of cheeses and shrimps but I did not try them. I had to save room for the largest desert table I saw. They were amazing and we loved them all. Overall food was very good!!1 All the servers were kind and It was a wonderful experience even if the weather was rainy and gray.
    

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