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Riverstation

The Grove | Harbourside, Bristol BS1 4RB, England
01179144434
Ranked #21 of 598 restaurants in Bristol
4.5 of 5 stars 178 Reviews
Price range: 17 AUD - 76 AUD
Cuisines: European
Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
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Bristol, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

We went there for a Birthday brunch and we had a great time! Service was friendly and very helpful with suggestions and information as some of our group were vegetarian or had various food allergies. The food was delicious - we had asked for bucks fizz which was not on the menu, everyone got something off the brunch menu and... More

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Bristol
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Riverstation is a favourite place of mine in Bristol. It has floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Harbourside and a decked terrace. While you're eating the excellent food in the cafe downstairs, you can look out over boats, swans, and one of the terraces of coloured Georgian houses that Bristol is famous for. The food ranges from small tapas dishes... More

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Bristol
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The Riverstation has a fully-fledged restaurant together with a downstairs bar overlooking the 'river' (technically, a floating harbour) with an outside terrace. Inside there are sofas as well as conventional tables, and homely comforts like blankets and newspapers. Food is varied and tasty, attempts to be locally sourced, and always offers something for vegetarians and a little more choice for... More

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bristol
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80 reviews 80 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

The situation of the restaurant is excellent. Group of restaurants by the welch back. On a summer evening nice to sit out looking over the water front. The bar very busy but only lends itself to a better atmosphere. Booked a table, shown to the table on time. Staff very informative and very quick with out feeling they just wanted... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We recently held a corporate function entertaining 80 clients for lunch and everyone had a very good time with all the staff being very attentive and providing a service beyond the expected norm. The food was delicious and it was very good value for a large function. More

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Buxton, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We were welcomed immediately on entering the first floor spacious and airy restaurant with excellent views of the waterside. The service throughout was attentive, friendly and helpful. The Cotes du Rhone was excellent, and both the soup and crab starters were very enjoyable. We both selected the steak as our main course and it proved one of the best steaks... More

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Bath, United Kingdom
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

On 18th May 2012, the decor was great with a modern look. The wine selection was extensive, and we received a great Fiano. The food was really good, a lovely starter with a sauce that surprised me. The cheesecake was soft and creamy, Delicious! The main course was a little bit of a let down, with a sauce that was... More

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London, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

This was a reasonable restaurant. The ambience was fantastic and the restaurant and views beautiful. The food was ok (a little salty), however I would have expected better for the price. The desserts were also really good! More

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MADEIRA
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

I have just come back from a business trip around Europe which included a stop in Bristol. I was taken to the Riverstation for dinner. The situation is delightful overlooking the river. The food was excellent-on a level with 1 star Michelin in France. Even better was the Martini! I don't know what it cost because I didn't pay, but... More

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Bristol
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

I eat at Riverstation every couple of weeks and the food is consistently good and really well priced. The staff are always welcoming and friendly and the atmosphere is great. The wait on food is sometimes quite long but all things considered this doesn't really matter. More

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