The location is great. But I ordered the seafood pasta. So disappointed! The food was too salty. I couldn't eat my meal. Please send the chef back to cooking school! read more

Abusive, intimidating and disrespectful staff. Overpriced food and drinks if you're lucky to even get it. We were seated right next to the bar. Had reminded the staff twice about not receiving my drink. After waiting half an hour and everyone at my table having finished their own drink and food, I noticed my drink sitting at the bar. Waited five minutes and watching a wait staff glance at the receipt and decide to take another drink across the other side of the bar. Having waited long enough, and as a young woman being concerned about my drink sitting there unattended with other patrons standing around it I went and grabbed it. I checked the receipt and confirmed it was mine before taking it. When I sat down, the security guy literally tried to wrestle my drink out of my hand, putting his dirty fingers all around the rim. The bar tender came over and started yelling at me. I told them that the receipt showed it was my drink and I had waited so long for it. They responded that they knew it was my drink - then why are you trying to take it off me? I told them my concern about wait time and they just laughed at me and told me that that's just how things are and that I can't just go and grab my own drink. Utter rubbish I've been to many bars and restaurants in Brisbane and have never received such slow and disrespectful service. We had kids sitting at the table and were there for a birthday. To have two fully grown men stand over me, trying to intimidate and belittle me is just sickening. Complained to management and no apology given. They had the audacity to complain about my partner's tone, despite him being calm and much more respectful than the treatment they were giving us. As to the food, it's just a glorified pub. I recommend going elsewhere such as Massimo or Ola. You will receive quality food and staff who actually appreciate your business. read more

Excellent location with a nice variety of food and drinks. I was impressed by the prices and portions which were great considering how close to the water the place is. I had the avacado salad and added chicken--healthy and wholesome an left me satisfied but not full. Also love the aesthetic of the spot. Light and airy with plenty of character. read more

Riverbar & Kitchen - Pea and avocado salad with chicken added. Delicious! - Cafes Near Me - Brisbane City, QLD

Riverbar & Kitchen is conveniently located on the Eagle St pier. Outdoor seating with breathtaking views and delicious food make it an ideal place to grab a drink or meal. We enjoyed breakfast twice. The food was fresh and delicious. I loved the healthy breakfast bowl with grilled haloumni, kale, quinoa and other yummy ingredients. The service is friendly and accommodating. They scrambled rather than poached the egg for me. You order at a counter and they bring you your food. This place is popular and gets super crowded at lunch and dinner. Grab a table and enjoy the ferries roll by. Recommend! read more

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I was and still am in two minds about Riverbar and Kitchen. This boat house chic bar and restaurant is open breakfast, lunch and dinner and with a view overlooking The Story Bridge it has all the elements of being a great and versatile spot. Yet, for me, there's something missing. Granted, it has only been open less than a week so it's more than likely it will grow into its own over time. My first experience at Riverbar was Sunday night for dinner with guests from out of town. It was a pretty casual vibe and the menu reflected this. This classic pub counter meals with a focus on local ingredients and stepped up a notch. I ordered the snapper fillet and it was good but a little oily for my liking. The rest of our dining party enjoyed fish and chips which seem to be a popular choice on the menu. My second experience was breakfast there this morning and we were treated to a sample of their breakfast menu. Between the fresh Summer fruit salad, the pancakes with the most vibrant red berry coulis you could imagine and a delicious bircher muesli my perception of Riverbar began to change. Perhaps it is their breakfast menu that will be the stand out? It was simple and fresh. They've aimed to make a menu that is simple and accessible (both in price and ingredients), and food that people want to eat. Food that is familiar and not unlike a home cooked meal. It was then I began to appreciate Riverbar and the crowd it will draw. This is the spot to come with friends after work for a drink, with family members that would never go for one of the "fancy" restaurants along Riverside but appreciate good quality ingredients or for a great city-based breakfast. In their first week of trade I think there's a few irons to kink out but overall it's a job well done (in a great looking fit-out). read more

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11/12/2012 Boardwalk Bar & Bistro was a favourite amongst our circle of friends, as a perfect spot for Friday after work drinks and a relaxed atmosphere for "quick & easy" food. So it was with great sadness when we heard it was closing down in February 2012; another victim of the slow economy & post-flood effects. Not to worry though, as this favourite hang-out spot, has risen from the ashes to be re-incarnated as Matt Moran's latest offering, RiverBar & Kitchen. We were here on a Tuesday night with a group of friends. We were told by the venue beforehand that no reservations would be required, and although Riverbar & Kitchen appeared to be busy, we had no problems finding a table outside. When the weather is perfect like it was on this night, there's no other way to experience the magnificent views of the river & story bridge, than to be outside. Besides, isn't it better to be seen and people watch? :) Matt Moran & his team, have done a great job of re-inventing the site. There's a clear distinction between "inside" & "outside" with the 20m long bar inside extending outdoors, with a centrally located bar portion catering to guests who've chosen to go "alfresco". There seems to be more flair outside with the addition of yellow & white coloured beach umbrellas at the tables. Inside, there's the appearance of more space (being open-plan), and what looks like a nautical theme happening with the decor,(a large ship's rope as a light feature in the centre of the room). They've done well to capture the typical Queenslander lifestyle of the summer months, with the deckchairs, and VJ weatherboards. Before getting onto the food, and as lovers of "espresso" and "long black", we'd heard of their single origin blend crafted brom Brazilian, Sumatran, Ethiopian and Indian beans. We promptly ordered to start our Riverbar & Kitchen experience. Coffee was good, not bitter, easy to drink but probably not as good as our favourite in Campos Coffee. With food, Riverbar & Kitchen has a wide selection on offer, and have carefully targeted who their patrons would likely be. There's the "Bar Food", Pizza, & Salad, for those who want something easy and simple, and those who may be in a group, keen on "share" options. Then there's the "Mains", for those who want a regular restaurant experience. They also had Desserts, Sides, Coffee/Tea, as well as a selection of Cocktails. We would try the latter later! We decided to order some items initially, from the "Bar Food" section, then added to this with Pizza, Dessert and a jug of Cocktails; it really is the festive season! Our order as follows: Seared Kingfish, ginger , ponzu, & miso (something different, interesting flavours, sweet, tangy, sour, salty but delicious. probably our favourite dish of the night!) Pulled Pork Bun, harrisa, lettuce, (Not like a regular pork bun; imagine the "bun" being a soft-taco like shell. The pork was beautiful, covered in a spicy harissa sauce and lettuce. A great re-imaginging of pork bun, Yum!) Bucket of Crispy Fried Chicken (This was a bit of a let-down. For $20, not many pieces, maybe 4 -5, and some of the fried chicken, as tasty as they were, were a little pink in the inside) Margherita & the Eggplant pizza (the base was thin, and the flavours fresh. Not too oily and heavy, they hit the mark just right. One of the nicer pizzas we've had in recent times) Dessert Chocolate Mousse Cake, orange, peanuts (What a beautiful, absolutely delicious dessert! Sweet? YES! but the combination of the chocolate, orange, & peanuts was perfect on the taste buds) For fun times, we ordered a jug of Watermelon & Mint Caipirinha. At first the bar tender, didn't know how to make this, and had to refer to the printed instructions before proceeding to make this elixir of joy. Good value for $30, as there were several of us who managed to get a glass and a half each. A very refreshing and sweet drink, perfect for these summer nights! Service throughout the night was attentive. Despite some confusion by several wait staff, regarding orders. At least they were always around to check up. Some of our neighbouring guests weren't so lucky as we noticed their impatience with their orders which had to be taken back a few times. These are just some teething problems that one would expect of a newly opened establishment. Overall, Riverbar & Kitchen have done a great job of offering up something unique and different in their food options, a combination of classy yet relaxed. If Matt Moran was aiming to offer something above what Boardwalk bar & bistro was, but below what ARIA is, then Riverbar & Kitchen hits the mark perfectly. Its certainly going to become our new venue for after-work drinks, as well as a good spot for taking family & interstate visitors who want to experience magnificent views & soak in Brisbane's lifestyle without any pretentiousness. read more

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Absolutely loved this place. Great view. Great vibe. Large long bar serving both indoor and ourdoor settings. Situtated on the banks of the Brisbane River, this bar has prime view of the Story Bridge. Had a late breakfast with a friend and both our meals were delish. I had an ice chocolate, which I had never heard of, but it worked. Very very nice. Prices are a little on the higher side but to be expected considering it's location. Great place to sit back, relax and people watch. read more

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Looking for an easy dinner following a long day, we came across the Riverbar & Kitchen. We were enticed by the gorgeous outdoor seating area (with heaters!), the laid back atmosphere and, of course, the stunning view of Story Bridge. In keeping with the chilled vibe, there's no table service - pick from the menu and then order at the bar. The food on offer varies from burgers, pizzas and salads to larger main dishes, and is all beautifully fresh. My margherita pizza was crispy, relatively light and really tasty. The drizzle of lemon juice gave it just the right amount of kick, and it wasn't too large. Even on a quiet Monday evening the bar was fairly busy, which made for a lovely al fresco dining experience without being overwhelming. I can imagine this place getting very busy on a Friday evening for after work drinks, and for good reason - it's fantastic. read more

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RIVERBAR AND KITCHEN Much better since the revamp from the Boardwalk. Taken over by Matt Moran, the attention to detail on the decor alone is fairly intricate. Great food with a modern twist and cocktails that just ask to be tried. Music has been chosen carefully and works particularly well. If you don't want full on gourmet, the bar menu is top notch. read more

Riverbar & Kitchen - Cafes Near Me - Brisbane City, QLD

To begin with, the location is magic. The day we were there was sunny, and whilst it was early, I can't think of a better place to be in the am having a coffee and breakfast with a group of my colleagues. The setting inside the cafe is casual seaside cafe, which works well in the location. I loved the vintage signs, wooden boxes and the rustic ceramic plates and contrasting sophisticated coffee cups. This place definitely has its styling going on! There is no table service, so it's a matter of perusing the menu and going to the bar to order all drinks and food. Prices are okay, but probably on the more expensive side for some things. But when you consider the location and see the size of the dishes you know why though, there are massive. If you're not a big eater my tip would be to share something together. As a group our feed back as a whole was that the food was nice, although very salty, massive meals which have left us thinking we won't need lunch, and that the coffee was quite average. All in all, a great spot for a catch up, worth the location alone, but probably not at the top of my list to try again in a hurry with the other breakfast offerings out there in the city of Brisbane. read more

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The outstanding view is reason enough to visit Riverbar. There are tonnes of seating options, and the place has a really nice buzz to it, which makes it an appealing place to stop mid-walk if you are wandering around the river. The staff are super friendly too. However, I was not much impressed by the food. It's a little on the pricey side, which is understandable given the awesome (and no doubt expensive) location. The menu is pretty meat heavy, which is not my thing, and the veggies in the salad I had looked like they were past their prime. Meh. To sum up, I'd definitely go back for the atmosphere and the view but probably just for drinks. read more

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Craig was very helpful in picking out drinks and even gave me a free taste of their higher end brands! Can't go wrong with steak and fries and the dessert is so good- brownie was not overly sweet and tasted well with the creamy vanilla ice cream the people were so nice! Bonus is the lovely river view Will have to come back here again! read more

Riverbar & Kitchen - Brownie and ice cream - Cafes Near Me - Brisbane City, QLD

Have been here a number of times when visiting Brisbane, and am never disappointed. Good friendly service, great tasty and fresh with a diverse menu. Fantastic for breakfast and a great place after the sun goes down. The juices are amazing, and always have to order at least two. Manager and staff have a great attitude and always too willing to go that extra mile. Well worthwhile, with a prime position to people watch, if nothing else. Can't wait to get back! read more

Riverbar & Kitchen - Cafes Near Me - Brisbane City, QLD

The outdoor seating is relaxing and enjoyable with a great view. We ate breakfast.. I had the eggs Benedict with ham. It was ok, not great but not horrible either. It was bland and the eggs were overdone. Others in our party had the big breakfast, again it was just ok. The cappuccino and coffees were excellent. read more

Riverbar & Kitchen - Eggs benedict - Cafes Near Me - Brisbane City, QLD

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Riverbar and Kitchen is basically a pub in fancy-dress. Its location right on the river amongst the Eagle St restaurants is brilliant, the Story Bridge is right in your face. We had a casual Sunday lunch with a few beverages there today and thought everything hit the spot. Grab your own table, figure out what you want and order at the bar. Tables are spotted about the place, indoors seems a bit fancier, with the outdoor tables resembling picnic tables/german beer hall tables with their own umbrellas. Various beers and cider are available on tap, I had a Hills cider and my husband had a White Rabbit pale ale. There is a reasonable cocktail list, including jugs which cost $32. I had the Reuben sandwich with chips. The reuben was spot on with multiple slices of corned meat, sauerkraut, swiss cheese and a russian dressing. The chips were a little overdone and unsalted and served with tomato sauce, whereas I would have preferred some aioli or similar. My husband had the Ploughmans lunch, which was served with a generous slab of chedder, sourdough, a cute jar of cornichons and onion, pickled vegies and three kinds of cured meats. We thoroughly enjoyed our meals, but best of all was the atmosphere on a beautiful sunny Brisbane day. I was so ready to hang around all afternoon and get more nibblies and drinkies but sadly had to depart. I think this is the type of place to carefully pick when you come, it may not be so enjoyable on a Friday night with the corporate crowd getting loose. read more

Riverbar & Kitchen - Reuben sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Brisbane City, QLD

We were here early on a Saturday morning and the place was packed. Gorgeous view and great location, absolute riverfrontage, water views everywhere. Places to sit in and out, it was a pretty chilled and relaxed vibe with a lot of joggers/bikers coming here for breakfast. The food is not on the cheap side, like a fancy but not posh place, the pancakes we ordered had really hard doughy bits in we had to return the first place and it was a while until they found us and gave us another. The service was good, food was okay, location was great. read more

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Awesome riverside bar/restaurant. We were just visiting and looking for somewhere along the river. This place ruled. Great staff, great options, it's fun with a table tennis table but also classy. We loved everything. read more

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The location is great with the outdoor patio right on the river, but the food was just okay to me. Pros: 1. Location/view 2. When we did see a waiter, they were nice. 3. Plenty of people there so it seems lively. Cons: 1. Waiters don't come to you. You need to order everything at the bar yourself. They'll bring food out to you once ordered, and eventually take away your plates, but otherwise they don't come by to check on you or see if you need anything. 2. The food was just so-so. Had the fried calamari which wasn't that great (mine was a little soggy and chewy). The barramundi (steamed) was a bit overcooked and lacking in flavor. 3. Need a few more patio heaters when it's chilly. read more

Had two experiences here: the first was a Sunday brunch where I ordered the breakfast bowl with an egg and mimosa. Pretty large in size and good-quality ingredients but very lacking in seasoning, to the point that I was looking for things to put on it to add flavour. The second was at night, where I ordered an over-priced soft shell crab burger from a snippy hostess that was overly greasy and had an incredibly off taste to it--I couldn't eat more than a bite, and I normally LOVE soft shell crab. Also ordered $35 sangria that tasted like juice. Would possibly go back for bruch and the atmosphere but I'll pass on the dinner menu and drinks in the future. read more

Absolutely amazing service from the lovely Caitlin and Amber. They made this place 100% worth coming back to for sure. Completely lovely staff should be commended. Thanks guys!. read more

Came for something to eat after starting at the " Brooklyn Standard " for a bite to eat. The service was very good and food delicious. Oh and the view spectacular. read more

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Excellent service food and location the granola yoghurt and berries was excellent as was the coffee, definately worth trying. read more

Riverbar & Kitchen - Nice view! - Cafes Near Me - Brisbane City, QLD

We had the breakfast and the salmon, coffee and a blend (berry,mint,coconut). My only critic is the blend, tasted like water. Other than that, everything else was perfection. I suggest it for a good view in the morning, and evening. Great space for groups and the atmosphere is friendly. I like how you can find 5 stars food and service in brisbane with a humbling and sophisticated experience at this place at anytime. Enjoy! read more

Riverbar & Kitchen - Cafes Near Me - Brisbane City, QLD

I was pleasantly surprised with my trip to Riverbar. Went for breakfast with a group of 7. I had the eggs benedict and it was delicious! Great portion size and our meals came out very swiftly. My only complaint is that it took a long time for us to order (maybe it was just bad timing), we waited in line for about 10/15 minutes, it seemed like everyone as ordering at the same time. read more

Riverbar is my weekend breakfast spot. The granola is so good and, when combined with a long black, it's the cure to the Sat/Sun morning ailments. The views are exceptional and it's a great place to people watch those walking along the water. I don't love the food, however. I mean, it's serviceable, but it's not my favorite. read more

Ideal location to watch river life go by. Big, lots of space indoors & out. Reasonable bar menu, Bit pricy compared with how it used to be. read more

We ate here twice during the course of one weekend and enjoyed both significantly. The atmosphere along the river is great, of course, but the reasonably priced jugs of cider, share plates and pizza add to the appeal. You'll have to fight for a seat because this place is so popular, but it's well worth it! read more

Location and views are the only saving grace here. Very average breakfast and slow service. read more

Riverbar was a nice place. Friendly service, nice atmosphere, good food, and tasty beers. Seemed a bit on the spendy side to me, but being from the States, everything seems expensive in Australia. read more

Riverbar and Kitchen looks like the perfect place to have a few cold drinks and enjoy the view over the Brisbane River towards the Kangaroo Point cliffs. Just don't order a salad. I ordered a "Prawns, chorizo, avocado, herbs" salad off the menu and received a small bowl with slightly torn iceberg lettuce, six dirty, lukewarm prawns, some thin slices of uncooked chorizo, and some fennel scattered over the top. I guess I got exactly what I ordered, but not what I paid for ($19). I would expect a better salad (at a third of the price) from Subway or McDonalds. Either the cook who put this meal together had no idea what the meal should look like and threw something together in a panic, or this item should not be on the menu. read more

This is a great place to grab lunch with a nice view of the Brisbane River and Story Bridge. You order at the bar and then get a number to bring to the table and someone will bring your food once ready. The chips (fries) here were really good. They had a great crab sandwich, too. read more

My mom's coming into town in March, and Riverbar was one of the first places I thought to come for some really laid back drinks, good people watching potential, and nibble or two. I would have to say my favourite cocktail has been the one with elderflower liquor and passionfruit (which was fairly strong I'd say), and my favourite nibble has been the fried chicken, which is generously salted and crisped, albeit not boned. I haven't yet had a full on meal, but look forward to updating my review once I have. read more

Hi there, I was disappointed with the crab burger. Not what I was expecting. I thought I would be getting fresh crab but I go what looked and tasted like over cooked bacon. On top of that it was drowned in mayonnaise. Everything else was great - service, atmosphere.... read more

Riverbar is hugely popular. It has a great spot on the river with a view of the Story Bridge and the yellow and white striped umbrellas on the waterfront give it a fun breezy vibe. I've had beers and food here three times now because I wanted to give it a chance. Unfortunately, the food I've had was not so memorable and there is not a great range of beers. I so wanted this bar to be a favourite but I'm not drawn back although obviously many people are. read more

The place is along the river and you get a nice view if you sit outside. Food is not bad at all. It's better than most places along the river in terms of price and taste. We almost went back here but there's just too many places to try. read more

I have never eaten here, but I have come for drinks a few times. Each time the servers behind the bar were very friendly and helpful when we asked them questions. It's a busy bar all the time, and there can be a wait. It's not too hard to find a seat, but on busy nights expect to be standing unless you claimed one early on. The drinks are expensive, but you are paying for the bars location and ambience of twinkling lights among the nautical decor. Drinks tasted light on the alcohol side of things, but we're perfectly concocted. I guess don't expect to get drunk on these drinks, but rather enjoy the flavors. We stopped here before and after dinner and it was a pleasant experience both times. My favorite cocktail bar is nearby (Black Bird) so I guess the only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is that I prefer there more and I think their drinks are a bit stronger. If I want something different than blackbird, I'd definitely come here though as it's more casual. read more

Riverbar & Kitchen - Love how my drink matched the decor! - Cafes Near Me - Brisbane City, QLD

One of my favourite bars for a nice casual drink with a beautiful view of the story bridge & river

Such a great location! I love coming here because the view is fantastic, the food is delicious and the atmosphere is excellent. Definitely be back! read more

Great location for drinks and food in the city especially in a sunny day. With a choice of both indoor and outdoor seating from deck chairs to stools and a menu of tapas to bar snacks on offer. The service was only ok and if this can be rectified my rating would be a 4-5. If your looking for somewhere in the city on the water for causal drinks Riverbar is one of the best choices. read more

A good and atmospheric drinks-by-the-river spot with a nice view of the Story Bridge that has a slightly less formal, more relaxed feel than some of the other Eagle Street bars. There is definitely a finance-guy Friday knock-off drinks demographic, but it's not as crazy and testosterone-fuelled as a few of the other places along the river. The food, surprisingly, is great: the prawn and chorizo salad was fresh and delicious, and the artichoke and pesto pizza was crispy, piping hot and tasty. The decor is industrial chic and there are booths, they have a good wine list and make decent cocktails. All in all, a good more casual city drinks option. read more