Rivers Cafe and Foodstore

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   HelenT

   Melbourne

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

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   We were advised our booking finished at 11.00 which we accepted, no problem . We were unhappy that the waitress tried to usher us out at 10.55 despite our protests. Her response was “I have to clean the table for the next booking, the guests have arrived and are waiting.” We were not happy.

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   CharlieH

   Melbourne

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

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   Always enjoy the good ambience and shopping there. Love the outdoor bakery too. Best place to relax.

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   GeorginaA

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

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   Quick service, but a little quick to get us out the door. Food and coffees were excellent Lovely atmosphere so overall a fabulous time. Will definitely be coming back sometime soon!

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   OnaC

   Melbourne

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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   Wonderful atmosphere for casual dining - great service and friendly, knowledgeable staff

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   SharonM

   Melbourne

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on January 28, 2023

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   I can't speak highly enough of Rivers. It's one of my most favourite places to visit and always take my interstate visitors there. The food is delicious and mostly all homemade. The staff are all hardworking and everyone is so welcoming and friendly. The grounds itself with the nursery, ducks and the little lake are just beautiful. This place is a credit to the owners who have created such a beautiful haven that you just never want to leave!

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   JanB

   Melbourne

   5 reviews

   4.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on January 27, 2023

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   Food was fine, however it’s really noisy, need some kind of solution so you can hear the people yr with!

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 26, 2023

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   The food here is always outstanding but this particular time we had exceptionally great service by our waiter whose name I should have remembered but can’t. He was super attentive, efficient and personable! I love this place

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   AnnetteB

   Melbourne

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on January 20, 2023

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   Food is on the expensive side but nice. Only real issue is the noise, it makes it difficult to have conversations. Also it would be nice if seating was still available on the deck overlooking the pond rather than having it just set up as a function area.

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   AnnS

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 20, 2023

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   Absolutely loved it. prices were reasonable, and the staff were magnificent.. Loved the walk through the garden section and the kids loved feeding the ducks.

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    CarolR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 19, 2023

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    Friendly, efficient staff and delicious food. One of our favourite places!

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2023

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    Have been here many, many times- always excellent in all ways.

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    SandraS

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2023

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    Enjoyable as usual but was rushed. A 90 min. frame is not enough time for menu deciding, to a cup of tea.

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    RichardT

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 17, 2023

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    Breakfast with my daughter and grand daughter. Excellent experience in the cafe and my 18 month old grand daughter also loved the ducks in the pond.

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    NadineC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

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    My friend who is hearing impaired said it was too noisy for her we were sitting on table one. She is deaf due to complications at birth. It’s a nice venue to come to however perhaps needs a “quiet area “ dedicated to people who want table service but on the same token want the ambience. Staff lovely and approachable as well as helpful. The table water was served in glasses that were murky not crystal clear so maybe it’s time to get new glasses for the table . The bounty hot chocolate was okay.

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    Hazel1

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

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    Really lovely food, good choices but please bring back the little terracotta pot bread.the gentleman that served us is always lovely and friendly, and always has a smile for you, no matter how busy he is. Rivers is one of my favorite places to eat.

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    SueH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

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    Brought a QLD friend as I heard wonderful reviews about this place. Food was so delicious and appreciated the chef coming out to say the kitchen was closing and asked if we wanted anything else. Only downside was we asked to be moved as our existing table did not cater to the AC and I so needed the AC on a 38° day. Staff were happy to oblige I’ll definitely will be back

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2023

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    We loved our visit yesterday in the cafe! I was well looked after with my gluten free options, and the service was fantastic with a fun and relaxed vibe! Thank you

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    DianneB

    Melbourne

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2023

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    Really delicious high-quality food and top quality service with a smile. They even came over to ask if everything was OK with our meals after about 5 mins. When mum and I couldn't finish our overly sized meals, they gave us a take away box so we could eat it at home which we happily did for dinner. Really great atmosphere, great food and great service, what more could we ask for.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 12, 2023

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    We had a relaxed lunch in the cafe and then sat in the outside area for a while

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    Pippa

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2023

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    The overall dining experience was very good. The chef was a bit heavy-handed on the salt for the salt and pepper calamari dish. We felt that the lemon meringue was a bit pricey at $18 each. We loved the ambience of the gift shop and pond. All in all we had a lovely day.

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    Shezza

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2023

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    A great venue for a celebration. Staff were very friendly, food was great, and it is lovely to browse the plants and gift store. Parking is easy too.

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    Jessie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2023

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    Thank you for a wonderful day! Great menu selection and food was delicious and prompt. Every team member had a smile on their face and were extremely attentive. Can’t fault this place.

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    SueM

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

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    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2023

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    I love rivers cafe but for some reason yesterdays noise level was just too much to be able To have a lovely conversation with my friend I hadn’t seen since before Christmas and we couldn’t hear ourselves think , so we ate and drank our tea quickly and sat outside to be able to have a decent conversation, very disappointing and especially now that the deck is closed it makes it quite difficult to have an ambient time

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    RoseA

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 10, 2023

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    Great food and service , pleasant atmosphere and very friendly staff.

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    WendyR

    Melbourne

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

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    Great breaky like always. Usually come on a weekly basis, would recommend to everyone

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    DavidM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

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    Loved it . Loved feeding the ducks and stealing their attention away from the small children with no duck food to offer.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

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    I felt drinks were very slow to come … coffee etc . Asked for water & wasn’t brought out . Seemed under staffed

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    LisaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2023

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    I have been visiting the Rivers Cafe since opening. It can be noisy inside this needs some work to make it less noisy. Food great but expensive. Overall lovely place including the gift shop and nursery.

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    YvieN

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2023

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    Gorgeous location but the menu is limited and probably not worth the money charged per item. Food is tasty though.

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    CarmenB

    Melbourne

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

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    First may I say.. I love going to Rivers Nursery in Yarambat . Great service as always. Am looked after so well by staff.. especially Craig. But unfortunately I cannot accept the food standard that I have received these past Two visits. My Husband received a breakfast the Thursday morning before Christmas.. We were amongst the first to be there. After leaving my Husband advised me that the breakfast was cold. We are not people to complain so we let it slide. Then this past Thursday I took my Father for breakfast. When the meal arrived at our table the Bacon was burnt. I didn’t want to say anything because I love going there. The Service Staff and Nursery I can never fault. Unfortunately the Chef continues to provide food that is unsatisfactory. Can I just say I have been going there since it first opened and may I say that it is a very long time. Once again no reflection towards the people that served me. They are truly fantastic.

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    MarilynP

    Melbourne

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2022

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    Enjoyed our time there, food great only drawback so noisy couldn't hear yourself think!!

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    JulieC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2022

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    We thoroughly enjoyed a delicious meal. The service was good, Craig was most attentive as were the girls that served the tables. Thank you.

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    HelenS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2022

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    Always an excellent experience to visit Rivers. Staff are very accommodating. Food is great. The crepes are a consistent favourite. Given it’s Christmas time there is a busy noisy vibe. Overall an enjoyable brunch and many lovely things to buy from shop and garden centre.

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34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2022

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    Calamari and share platter were delicious. Plenty of food for 2. Nice espresso too. Staff very good and friendly. Thankyou.

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35. DM

    DaleM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 19, 2022

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    Beautiful meal. Food well presented. Professional and friendly staff. Noisy but expected as close to Xmas. Only disappointment only 1.5 hours on tables.

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    LynL

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

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    Poached eggs were hard boiled Sour dough was soggy

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    LeighA

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

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    I always enjoy my time at this beautiful cafe. The staff are friendly and attentive. The passionfruit sponge is to die for.

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    JaneC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2022

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    This is a lovely cafe. Great outlook and atmosphere. The menu was perfect for lunch. Staff were very hospitable. The bonus of the store was very handy to pick up a gift or two. Thank you.

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    AdrienneM

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2022

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    I booked for 5 on our table, the whole thing was very rushed we only just finished our meal and were wanting to order deserts and coffee only to be told we were out of time and we could get coffee and cake from outside in paper cups and paper bags and we could take it into another seating area just beside the cafe. Really an hour and half for a luncheon was not long enough and I won't be booking again I would rather book somewhere where I am not given a time slot and rushed out.

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    Evie

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2022

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    Food was great, could have been a little bit bigger serve, thought was expensive. Xmas pudding was delicious but no brandy custard. Staff were great and was very busy so noise was to be expected. Would definitely go again and tell friends it is a great venue.

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