Beautiful setting on the river, with great patio. Inside are plenty of great booths. Tried the country fried steak, which was tasty and tender. But the coating fell off very easily and it seemed like some of it had no meat inside. Still good and plenty to eat. Fries were good. Onion strings were mostly breading. Dessert of fried peaches and ice cream was tasty. Next time I will order less fried things. Sitting on that patio with a draft Ble Moon was fabulous. Interesting little shops down the street. read more

Riverside Cafe - Great patio over the river. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Medicine Park, Oklahoma

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We had the chicken chipotle ranch sandwich, onion straws and salad. Food was pretty good but the service from Melissa was excellent! Went inside and watched the turtles in the creek which was entertaining. read more

The wait was pretty long for a table here today. We decided to get a table outside for n the patio since we had our dog with us. We probably waited about an hour to be called for a table. I ordered the okie burger with fried okra and I got the table a fried pickle appetizer. First the friend picked came out and the amount was.......laughable. Check out my photo. I'd suggest if you are going to give people that amount to make them come in a smaller plate for serving, so it doesn't look so sparse. There was so much empty room on the plate and all you get is a tiny amount of ranch. My boyfriend got the chicken friend steak with fries and the fried onion strings. The onion strings don't even come with a sauce. When I asked if we could get some ranch for the fried onion strings the server said sure how many and there will be a charge for each cup. It wasn't even a descent price per cup, so I said never mind. Our server got my mom's drink wrong and then got my boyfriend's side wrong. She did fix it, but wasn't the warmest person. The server said that's what I get for not writing down your orders. I think it's pretty dumb to have a fried onion side with no sauce and then you have to pay for a sauce. The burger was pretty good. The okra was good and crispy. The onion strings were not that crunchy. We wouldn't come here again. read more

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We decided to give the Riverside Cafe a go on this visit to Medicine Park after my son graduated from Ft. Sill. The graduation was on a Wednesday so it was not super busy and easier to accommodate a larger group . The staff was very friendly. The first waitress kind of forgot about us so another took over and the meal was saved. The view of the river is great as well as the outdoor patio but it was getting on the warmer side in June so went for the inside. I got the Okie Burger. It had shoe string onions and bacon and BBQ and ranch sauce. It was a really tasty burger and the fries were perfect. My son got the same thing. They are a great place to visit for a cafe style menu when you are in the Lawton area. You should give them a try. read more

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We decided to try this as there was a patio and we had the pup with us. They did not have a problem with tht as long as she wasn't aggressive (she's not). They sat us inside at a booth which was a nice break from the heat. Our server brought us menus and took our drink orders. When she returned my wife ordered a shrimp po-boy and I had the plain Jane burger with all the fixings. They come on the side which was nice. I had fries and my wife ordered onion strings. Only took a few minutes and our order was out. The burger was seasoned and cook awesome and the fries were seasoned and crispy. My wife's po-boy was huge but she couldn't eat it as a sandwich so she just cut it up and pulled it apart. The onion strings were great. Prices are reasonable. They have a full bar as well. We were sitting overlooking the river (Riverside Cafe). We could see the turtles and some fish. Everyone was very nice and all thanked us on our way out. Good stop. read more

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Very good food view and all lady's at the counter are very nice but our waitress was so rude kept rolling her eyes at me didn't do that to my mother or my husband it took 15 minutes to get seated almost immediately ordered our food but it took ab 30-40 minutes for our food then she forgot my fries and when I received them they were cold and hard and she was again very rude and on top of all of that a big table came and we asked before she took their oder for our check and to go box took again ab 20 minutes and we ended up asking someone else which obviously made her upset don't know the lady name but she had dark black hair read more

The view is spectacular and worth the visit. They have both a patio and inside seating. The server was in a hurry and not overly friendly, but the food was good. The catfish was excellent and the fried okra was good, but the portion was very small. We weren't crazy about the onion straws. We felt very rushed because the check arrives at the same time as the food. We felt like we needed to finish our meal and move on...which we did. read more

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Some of the worst food I've eaten in a long time. Cod special tasted exactly like those frozen fish patties from the store. Made me feel nauseous after eating. The chili cheese fries did not taste like homemade chili as well. Looked like something from a can or hormel. Burger and fries were okay but hard to mess up. Otherwise, the restaurant was really cool. Right on the river with a tree through the center of the building. read more

When Glenda and I do the tourist thing, every meal is on the patio if the heat allows it. Today was too hot so inside by the huge windows will work! Melissa, our waitperson was a doll. She waited on us, entertained us, charmed us, you name it! Glenda did the Cheesy Jane cheeseburger and onion strings. Burger great, onion strings ok. I did the Oklahoma Po' Boy with fries. The catfish poboy was great, but the French fries were the best I've ever had! We both slammed on the fries. I asked the lady up front about the fries. She said my husband is the cook. His seasoning. I guess I'll never know! Loved this place and the patio is a must when it cools down. If you ever make it to the Riverside Cafe, get the fries! read more

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Just moved to town and discovered medicine park! This little area was such a breath of fresh air compared to Lawton itself. We decided to give Riverside a try and I'm so glad we did. The service was amazing, and each person we had an interaction with was so friendly and welcoming. The location is perfect, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Even the indoor seating has a great view of the water where you can watch the ducks and turtles swim around. And lastly, the food! It was truly some of the best I've had in a very long time. I highly recommend the baked potato salad as a side, I could eat a bowl full of that stuff, no joke Needless to say, this is our new favorite place, and we can't wait to come back read more

Riverside Cafe - Spicy cheese curds - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Medicine Park, Oklahoma

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Absolutely phenomenal. I got the Okie burger hubs got the jalapeño burger. The environment was so peaceful. The food was everything highly recommended if you've never been there and will be coming back! read more

Riverside Cafe - Absolutely phenomenal. I got the Okie burger hubs got the jalapeño burger. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Medicine Park, Oklahoma

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Fun to try Where else can you see a live tree growing through the middle of the restaurant, or sit and watch ducks, and yes, fish swimming in the water below? This place is nice, and not too loud for sound-sensitive children. For wheelchair users, they have a wonderful outside where you won't feel crowded and can enjoy great food. .. We've eaten here several times. It's our go-to place since they revamped the old plantation. (just too sterile and devoid of feeling. And way too noisy) The food is wonderful. It's fun sitting while waiting. And, considering there is a swim area just down the street--what nor could you ask? . read more

I recently moved to Oklahoma and discovered this beautiful little café by the river. I fell in love with the outdoor patio--there are plenty of tables and single stools that overlook the water. The atmosphere is peaceful, and I really enjoyed the corn nuggets, burgers, and salads. I've been excited to share this spot with visiting friends and family. When my parents came into town, my boyfriend and I rented a house in Medicine Park for the weekend with them. One of the things I looked forward to most was bringing them to this café with a breath taking view of the river. We walked over on a busy Saturday around 11:30 a.m. and waited just outside the entrance of the front door and patio to be seated. We stood calmly and out of the way, chatting quietly. As soon as the hostess, Erin, noticed my dad, she spoke loudly and sharply: "Please walk all the way inside and speak to the hostess to be seated." There was no greeting or friendliness. Just an irritated tone and an implication that he had done something wrong. She then oddly brought him back outside through the same door where we all met for our table--making it clear this was more about correcting him than helping us. The tone felt unnecessarily condescending. We were all caught off guard but stayed polite. She took us to a table in the middle of the patio, in full sun. We kindly asked if we could sit by the river to experience everything I had talked about. Erin replied (again sharply), "No, we can't do that--it's not fair to the servers. This section has to be seated next." There was no attempt to be understanding or accommodating. It was made very clear that our comfort and experience was less important than their seating policy. My mom gently asked if we could sit at a shaded table within the same section we were told we had to sit in. Erin rolled her eyes, scoffed, and muttered something under her breath. Then walked away without any eye contact. It was deeply embarrassing and uncomfortable. I couldnt believe how she just treated my mother. I nearly asked to speak to a manager right then, but we were trying to salvage the visit. After we sat down, my mom noticed Erin and another employee behind the hostess stand staring directly at our table, speaking with visibly annoyed expressions. While we couldn't hear them, the body language and expressions were unmistakable taking into consideration that we were one of 2 tables on opposite sides of the patio. It added a layer of anxiety that made my mom hesitant to even walk inside to use the restroom. I had to reassure her and offer to walk with her in case there were further issues. I felt heartbroken that something meant to be special had become so upsetting and made my mother that uncomfortable. I have no idea why we were treated this way, but the entire experience felt dismissive and unwelcoming. Erin's behavior set the tone for the visit and left a lasting negative impression. My parents are incredibly kind and understanding people, and none of us were rude or demanding. We made reasonable requests and were met with hostility every step of the way. To the management and owner: I truly hope you see this and take it seriously. This employee's conduct was not just unprofessional--it was unkind and immature. It reflects poorly on a business that otherwise has a beautiful atmosphere and good food. I regularly recommend local businesses to my clients, but I will not be recommending this one after this experience read more

Not my favorite place to eat at in Medicine Park. The location along the river and the view from the deck is nice on a warm day. I appreciate that they allow dogs outside. However, they just serve fried greasy food - nothing special or over-the-top. If you are looking for a basic bite to eat with a cold beer I would suggest this place, but if you're looking for a fancier dining experience I would go elsewhere. For no more than we ordered/needed during our visit, it felt like we were here forever because the service was slow. The spicy cheese curds were just regular curds with a ton of cayenne pepper added to the batter. The french fries were good, but my burger was rather bland. My husband's chicken fried chicken was overcooked and the breading slid right off. Overall, it was just okay and I'm not sure I would return. read more

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Of you want a good, hearty burger with a nice view of the river, no need to drive to Meyer's. Plus, they have a pet-friendly patio for those who are traveling with a dog. read more

Riverside Cafe - Jalapeño bacon burger - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Medicine Park, Oklahoma

Food was so good. i got a cheese burger and it was great! Service was great aswell!! We sat outside and they even brought a water bowl for our dog! Vibes are amazing. read more

The staff was incredibly friendly and the view was wonderful! They had lots of unique foods to choose from and they were delicious! I had the brunch burger and my husband had the bison burger. We also got the spicy cheese curds and they were SO GOOD! Definitely recommend and we would make the trip back read more

Riverside Cafe - View from our booth - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Medicine Park, Oklahoma

The service was awful!! 4 young adults visited this restaurant this past weekend and the server, an older native woman was rude, and did the bare minimum to make sure her customers were taken care of. I don't know if she didn't take care of the table because of their age or what. The restaurant was not busy. Then the sever was also their cashier and made a rude comment when one patron of the 4 did not tip. The patron tipped according to the service they received, which was horrible. Riverside, do better. read more

We were immediately seated, however, received zero acknowledgment. Two other couples who were seated after us got services right away. All of the complaints are similar, management needs to clean house! read more

Super cute atmosphere right on the river. Fun and interesting menu with lots of choices. Friendly, great service. Nachos are amazing. So was Philly cheese steak, even without the bread! read more

Riverside Cafe - View from inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Medicine Park, Oklahoma

New Years Eve getaway and being the 1st of January we had little options for dinner. I ordered chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes and broccoli. First, instant potatoes, horrible, second broccoli tasted like water. Waitress did not come back to offer refills on drinks. Beautiful scenery but food was subpar. Had high hopes, but should have gone to the Plantation for dinner. read more

We had birthday brunch here today for a girlfriend of mine. Mind you, the original party was 25 but my friend called two weeks ago to set up the reservation for 1pm. We waited for well over thirty minutes to be seated. Once we were, hinge went pretty smoothly. Our waiter was nice a d took drink orders first, then apps and entrees. He had no help and did a great job on his own! Shame on his management for not helping him! We started with the cowboy corn or wherever and I thought they were awesome. The BF said too hot but I thought they were delicious:)). I had the steak salad and although the greens were most likely packaged salad from Walmart or the like, the steak was delicious! Very happy read more

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We ended up at this restaurant after hiking Mountain Scott earlier in the day. They had a really nice patio and allowed us to bring our dog to sit outside which was helpful. The service was really good and so was the food. The burgers were delicious and the fried okra was legit and tasted homemade! It was a beautiful day so sitting on the patio next to the river was super nice. If you're down here visiting I recommend eating here! read more

Riverside Cafe - Okie burger and fried okra - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Medicine Park, Oklahoma

Love coming here! The views are beautiful and they are so sweet and helpful. The food is delicious and hits the spot every time!!

Very cool vibe with trees inside restaurant. Food was flavorful, fast and hot. Fries were crispy and delicious. Burger was exceptional. Salad was fresh and ranch was delicious. Service was fast and friendly. Great experience! read more

The food is always good when you're here. I am obsessed with their baked potato salad. The servers are always really kind and welcoming & attentive which is nice. I really love how it sits on the river, it makes the atmosphere nice in the summer & winter. We only eat here when we come up to medicine park! read more

Riverside Cafe - The lake from the booths - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Medicine Park, Oklahoma

Very poor quality food. Salad was just a bunch of iceberg lettuce and cold deli meat. Overpriced for what it is - similar to a concession stand. Patio is sort of nice to sit on but no shade and pretty much all of MP has outdoor seating so... pass. read more

Service is extremely slow but the view while waiting is amazing. The chicken tenders were nothing special just regular frozen from the bag I'm sure, but the fries were absolutely amazing. Wish they had beer on tap or even some seafood options given the water view. Will return to try their new chicken wings and relax with the beautiful view. read more

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I ordered this burger last year and was very happy to return to Medicine Park so I could eat it again. Okie Burger - cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce, bacon, and those onion straws - delicious! Our waitress was friendly and attentive. We sat in a booth overlooking the Bath Lake area and watched the turtles play. This restaurant is a must when you visit. read more

Riverside Cafe - Okie Burger - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Medicine Park, Oklahoma

Somehow this was my first trip to downtown medicine park. No idea how I missed it! Stopped in for a late breakfast/early lunch ("brunch", one might call it) on a Sunday. I was early enough to beat the lunch rush, so I had my pick of where to sit. Live music on a shaded patio? That'll do just fine! Before noon, it wasnt too hot out, and the ample shade helped keep it comfy temps on the deck. There were some cute lights strung over head, it would probably make a nice hangout spot for later in the evenings once the sun goes down. The live music was a solo gig, Big Pete, of mostly oldies. Not bad. The service was quick and friendly. The menu pretty simple, nothing fancy. I went with a chicken sandwich: The Bama Bird. I'm from Bama, I like the little throw backs to home to sweet home, ya know? It was a fried chicken breast topped with fried onion straws and a drizzle of Alabama White BBQ sauce, LTOP on the side, and a side of fries. I also added a side of coleslaw because for some reason that sounded good.... it was not. Probably really only the one real negative of the trip. My date was wanting more brunch type of fare, so his only option was the Brunch Burger since there weren't any breakfast items on the menu. The burger had bacon, hashbrowns, and a egg on it. He ate every bite with zero complaints. We've already said we plan to make a few more trips back (and maybe bring the dogs along since the patio is dog friendly and ya'll know that's a big deal for me) read more

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We decided to eat local since we were staying local. Riverside Cafe did not disappoint. Their black bean patty is made fresh! It's not one of those frozen kind - it's a riverside cafe special the chef created approximately 4 years ago and it's delicious. The service was wonderful and atmosphere very sports bar vibe. Overall very good local fare! read more

The service is very bad. Order was incorrect. However, sitting outside was great. We were traveling and will not be back and cannot recommend this restaurant read more

This is always one of our favorite places to eat after a long day of hiking. The service and food is always top notch. The staff is great. Atmosphere is superb. We love to eat at the bar on the patio and watch the sunset! Burgers and salads are bomb! The cheese fries are to die for! Still need to try the catfish but it looks amazing. read more

Riverside Cafe is located in Medicine Park north of Lawton, Oklahoma. The area is what I would describe as "quaint and rustic." Perfect place for the kids to fish, swim, hike, and parents can shop. Back to the cafe. We ate on the patio as the weather was perfect. We were blessed to have the nicest waitress. She was fast and very efficient. The food was huge, and they were very fast preparing it. They could use some work on perfecting a chicken fried stead sandwich where the crust doesn't fall off (not many places have found that secret yet). We heard laughing and giggling and saw some kids heading down the stairs to feed the ducks. They were so cute. Now on to a couple of things for management. 1. What happened to the umbrellas? The sun was bearing down on us and made it uncomfortable. You had them in the past for many years. 2. Get updated no contact credit card readers please. The current machine asks if we wanted to add gratuity, then asked again if we wanted to add 30% gratuity. We love coming here!! read more

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Cute little cafe on the river with good food and good service! I had the jalapeno popper burger and my husband had the Buffalo Jane burger. Both burgers were good and the fries were fresh and crispy. read more

Great riverside spot in Medicine park. We had 2 pups with us and they have a wonderful patio for us to sit. We started off with the corn nuggets and cheese curds. The corn nuggets had a delicious creamy spice with a delicate crispy shell. The cheese curds were delicious as well! My boyfriend and I shared the catfish. It was plenty for the 2 of us. The hush puppies stole the show for me though. All the food was great and they have huge portions. Come hungry or split with someone. read more

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The food was super yummy! Reasonable priced and an awesome view. our server was amazing and so sweet, the service was great. read more

Riverside Cafe - Okie burger - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Medicine Park, Oklahoma

We had the Okie Burger and the Hammy Burger. Both were highly tasty and served quickly. All the staff was super friendly. Highly recommend. read more

Visited Riverside Cafe on. a busy Sat night during Spring Break. We took first available seating outside and although it was pretty chilly we had a great evening. Our server was super nice and accommodating (cannot remember her name!). Our boys orders burgers and fries which were great while husband and I opted for chicken sandwiches. Everything was great. The outside patio was nice and spacious and I would come back again-thank you! read more

Wry friendly staff. Excellent food!! Definitely should try this place out while here. Catfish po boy was amazing!! read more

Riverside Cafe - Catfish po'boy sandwich was amazing!!! Hubby had a grilled chicken and he said it was good too. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Medicine Park, Oklahoma