Riverside Cafe is a wonderful restaurant with great prices. Yes, they are small, the furniture doesn't match and the staff have changed - but the real reason I come to this restaurant is the owner Julie and her wonderful food. It's amazing how a small breakfast and lunch restaurant can make me feel like I'm home! Best Monte Cristo sandwich... ohh.. and that breakfast burger is awesome! But don't let those negative reviews fool you, just because a single SERVER isn't there anymore doesn't mean it's lost its charm. If you ask me, now it's better! Just don't go on a Saturday or Sunday unless you're willing to wait! (But it is WORTH IT) read more

Riverside Cafe - Healthy for me, but they have even better delicious food! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wareham, Massachusetts

Cute little spot and friendly service. Ordered one egg and bacon 6.95 could've been two eggs but can't be to picky I suppose. I'll be back since the food was good and bacon cooked well. read more

Riverside Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wareham, Massachusetts

The food and service was fast but the restaurant was not clean. There was a piece of hair in my eggs and when I notified the waitress she didn't even apologize. We still paid in full and tipped but didn't enjoy the experience. read more

Went back reciently. Food is still top notch. Employees are still great.

Good food. BUT!!!! One of the workers, Chuck, needs to review proper food service hygiene. On two occasions that I observed, he has dropped plastic to-go cups on the floor, picked them up, and reused them. I spoke with the owner, Julie, after the second instance and she agreed that this was the wrong thing to do. On two occasions I have watched Chuck blow his nose and not wash his hands or change his gloves. After the second time I told both Chuck and Julie. Julie's response was to ban me from the restaurant. I used to eat there just about every day, spending about $400 a month. So, if you want me, I'll be at a very clean Cranberry Cottage. read more

Stopped in for breakfast with my children. the staff was extremely friendly and welcomed us to eat in despite the fact we showed up 20 minutes before closing. The food was delicious. my kids had eggs, toast, home fries, and bacon. I had a spinach, bacon, and tomato omelette. the home fries and bacon were cooked to perfection. The food was very reasonably priced. It was about $15 each. read more

So let me be honest right up-front here: I don't go here because I love the food. It's not bad, mind you, but it's still not why I go. I frequent the Riverside for four reasons: (1) My Little Girl likes going, (2) The prices are great, and, (3) Because of Danielle, the awesome waitress who knows everyone's name, everyone's order, and all that's going on with everyone. It's heartwarming to be in a place where there's kindness and caring and good-natured teasing and where you're greeted by name. As to the food: the portions are generous, the food tastes good, and the menu doesn't have a ton of healthy options, but it looks a bit like most of the regulars are there more for the portions and taste (and maybe Danielle) than they are for healthy options. Oh, and they're glad to give you a coffee to go if you ask with no extra charge. Small town #awesomeness. You should give them a try. read more

See all

Friendly staff, and large serving sizes. Food was mediocre at best. Coffee was bland. I won't be back

Went with my brother one morning, absolutely amazing food and fair prices. Definitely a go to if you like breakfast. Staff were so friendly and quick. Seating isn't the best but made do. read more

Nothing special about the ambience but it's OK. However, the food is fantastic, portions are good and Price is wonderful. Staff is very accommodating and courteous. read more

We came here for breakfast this morning and loved it. The service was just fine. The woman who took care of us apologized for being busy but really the wait to order was no different than other places. We had pancakes, omelettes, bacon and a delicious blueberry muffin with fresh blueberries and huge mugs of fresh coffee. Our table of four was happy and full when we left. I can honestly say we will be back again the next time we are in the area. Came back again on a Sunday morning. The place was packed and the food was just as good. If we lived near here this would be our go to place. The staff is attentive, friendly and full of good New England humor. read more

We were greeted as though we were regulars as we walked in the door. "Sit anywhere you'd like!" No wait for a beverage order, with results brought quickly. Our orders were taken in reasonable time and 5 minutes after placing them my husband saw a sign with a special for banana, coconut, almond pancakes and his eyes lit up. He asked Kim, our waitress if he could change his order and she allowed with no issues. He was in heaven with these treats. The beans are made from scratch and had down home taste. I requested my bacon to be chewy not crispy and it was generously perfect. Kim made sure everyone in our party left full! We will return. read more

First when we got there the guy told me and my friend that it was a 20 minute wait, no problem he told the group after us the same thing and told them they could wait outside so we did too. Then we came back in a few minutes later to use the bathroom and the guy goes "oh you guys wanted to wait" even though we told him we were. He then sits two parties (the same number of people as us) that got here after us before us. Then when he finally sits us down he immediately makes us get up and wait for a different table so a bigger party (that just got there and we've been waiting over a half hour at that point) could sit. Then when our food came they forgot something and there was a hair in the food. The waitress was nice about it saying she'd adjust the bill but they only took off a side of hash browns not even the meal the hair was in. When my friend went to go talk to the guy up front about it he got extremely nasty with her ripped the bill out of her hand told her to leave and not to come back. The worst breakfast experience I've ever had, which is so sad loved coming here as a kid but will never be back. read more

Delicious breakfast Irish Benedict was really good. My wife got the blueberry pancakes, grilled muffin and scrambled eggs that were great. We will absolutely be back, the service was also great. read more

Riverside Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wareham, Massachusetts

There is little doubt that this was unquestionably the finest breakfast I have had out in quite some time. For starters, the corned beef hash was just magnificent, easily the finest I have ever had in my life. The eggs were good, but the pancakes were just out of this world as well and I couldn't even dare to put any syrup on them, now THAT is saying something. Just a light butter and you're good to go with them. They also have a pumpkin caramel for a special which it's only unfortunate for me that I didn't see them early enough. But I will be back again soon. This is a marvelous stop in downtown Wareham and I can only hope it is just the start of some good times for meals on the main strip. read more

See all

Your location Riverside Cafe 189 Main St, Wareham, MA 02571 Breakfast Kevin Hensley 6168 points   5 hours ago 5 stars to me means the best-of-the-best among other characterizations. I'm not sure where you are eating but? For sure, the Riverside Cafe in Wareham puts-out a solid breakfast experience. This is a quaint and friendly local Cafe which caters to societal, local, and regional eating habits. My case-in-point can be found in their table condiments. (Picture included) This is a comfy enough restaurant which surrounds you in what could be described as your grandmother's over exuberant omage to candyland. As cited in many other reviews; the service and staff are a very friendly and talkative lot/bunch. We were engaged in a conversation regarding a shared affinity for crime detctive television. The food was prepared quickly and to order, and in fairness, the crowd was light. The omelettes were presented very well and the taste was good and served appropriately warm, but would require some seasoning to enhance the flavors. The coffee was of mid-range quality, but certainly better than Farmer Bros. The [side] of beacon was large, tasty, and crispy. Their popular cinnamon toast is good but comes with a layer of sugar on the crust which for me is not preferred. Overall, the rating should be in the range of 4.1-4.3 stars.Thanks and enjoy! read more

See all

Delicious! Eggs Benedict were amazing. The Riverside is huge. I'd go back just for the sausage.

Tremendous bacon egg and cheese breakfast sandwich. I don't know why there's not a line around the block for this place. Very friendly service and good value for what they give you. I've been back many times since I found this place. Cash only FYI read more

Wonderful!!!! All that needs to be said. The food was spot on and delicious. When you order a side of bacon, that is what you get a side of bacon. Service was great, friendly. I traveled to work in town with some team members from the south. That fact they had gravy and biscuits, and grits was perfect. It was so good we went two days in a row. read more

Riverside Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wareham, Massachusetts

very delicious food, the loaded fries are delicious, and service is so nice. very kind

We've only lived in Wareham a short time, but this place has become our favorite Sunday breakfast spot. As others have mentioned, the food is plentiful and delicious. Also, the owner is always on the premises behind the counter; to me, this is a telltale sign that the owner "shives a git" and is keeping a sharp eye out on operations. This establishment is great (our apologies to Tony the Tiger)!!! read more

I've heard about this place many times between Yelp and Hockomock swamp Supper Club. Decide to stop in Wareham center today while we were on the cape and grab a coffee which they have flavored coffees and something to snack on. We ended up getting the blueberry muffin their famous cinnamon rolls and a lemon pineapple raisin muffin. Everything was as good and then some as all of the reviews that I had seen the muffins are very moist lots of fruit inside matter fact more fruits and muffin LOL. The cinnamon roll was very tender flaky lots of frosting like we like and well-cooked. The serving people were absolutely out of this world the lady was very helpful explained everything and made my order I got a butter pecan hot coffee and a medium regular iced coffee. I told him how I heard such great reviews about their cinnamon rolls and they ended up giving me a free cinnamon roll. Everything was exactly like people had describes and then some looking forward to going back and having breakfast at some point but they close in like 45 minutes actually under an hour and I didn't want to be rushed to eat so we just grab something quick. Place is very clean need inside everyone is social distance and acceptable and the only owner I apparently believe it is and the lady that works at a very very nice definitely worth a trip and a hidden jewel in the downtown of Wareham on Main Street it is four doors up from Cumberland Farms heading north. read more

I can't say enough about this great little gem in Wareham. We always visit when visiting our son at Mass Maritime for past 3 years. Chuck is so welcoming and the food is fresh and outstanding. I would give it 10 stars. read more

Excellent & sizable (!) breakfast, great working staff, and reasonable pricing for a genuinely nice place to be. All that, plus what I wrote in the "tip" section... because apparently I'm still learning how to Yelp. read more

Riverside Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wareham, Massachusetts

See all

Very good breakfast. Nice atmosphere and fast, friendly service. Had the pancakes with bacon which was amazing read more

See all

This is a nice place for breakfast. I had the Portuguese omelette and it was very good. Lots of repeat customers and a brisk takeout business. Heard some nice hometown banter between the regulars and the staff. Plenty of nearby free on street parking. read more

Wow!! We were in town for a wedding last weekend and met up with some local friends for breakfast on a Saturday morning. Good quick set. We were seated within 5 minutes. Hot coffee was on the table right away! The wife and I both ordered Monkey Bread French Toast and bacon. Oh my god! This may be nature's perfect food! It was hot, sweet and just delicious! Bacon was cooked perfectly. Crispy for my wife and a little softer for me. Price was good. About $35 for 4 of us. I'll be back if I'm ever in town again! Thank you for a great meal and excellent service! read more

Love this place for breakfast It's really good service ! I don't come here often but it's good It's also affordable . I loved the breakfast here too. I forgot what I got but it was really good. read more

Nice family spot for breakfast with lots of locals and friendly staff. Service was quick, engaging, and very friendly. Food is plentiful and good, nothing overly fussy, just what you want/need for breakfast. I recommend and will return next time in the area. read more

Very homey establishment offering a variety of breakfast choices. All made to order Nice staff , good service.

I wouldn't know how the food is as my family and I sat down for over 15 minutes with no service and the place wasn't busy. After we got up to leave we were told "we are coming over now" after we were ignored so they could talk to the people at the counter instead. No thanks I will take my business elsewhere where I will be served not ignored. read more

Me and my husband loved this place for breakfast! One of our favorite! Food were so yummmm! Staff were all welcoming!

Fantastic river rat omelette! Each fruit cup individually made, real avocado. Very prompt and attentive wait staff. Free parking. outstanding variety on the menu. Breakfast served all day long. Open six in the morning until one in the afternoon every day of the week. Kathy and Janine were very friendly and hospitable and got the order done right promptly. read more

Riverside Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wareham, Massachusetts

Good breakfast place with an interesting menu and atmosphere. Friendly staff and delicious meals.

Note to all: seat yourself. They will walk by you for five minutes before they tell you this. Once seated service gets better. Staff was friendly; there appears to be a server dedicated to ensuring you never run out of coffee. The serving sizes were quite large; I judge the person who claimed they were too small and wonder the status of their weight management regimen. Food was delicious; I had the green pig, hubs did a French toast special with walnuts, bananas, and all sorts of other tasty items. The food came to the table pleasantly hot - the toast readily melted the butter spread on it. The home fries were deliciously cooked - not the greasy undercooked stuff you often see at breakfast. All in all great deal for the price and worth checking out. read more

As good as it gets, the food is superb and the service is fantastic. I've been to quite a few breakfast joints, went to a different one every Sunday for years. Riverside cafe is without a doubt the best breakfast spot within a large radius of Wareham. All the food is fresh, homemade, and delicious. The servers are happy, playful and attentive, The coffee is off the hook I asked for green Tabasco the first time I went and they didn't have any. Next week they told me they got some just for me and its been there for me ever since. I've never experienced service so personal, they really exceed all expectations read more

This is my new go to breakfast spot in Wareham! Visited the cafe for the first time today. Upon walking in it felt like a cute little country cafe. Hospitality was through the roof. I ordered the Riverside Special and everything was delicious and cooked to perfection. My father and I had some car trouble so we returned to the cafe about a half hour after we left. They were so nice. We ordered some coffees and they gave us complementary brownies for the headache we were going through. I will absolutely be returning again. read more

Awesome breakfast/lunch restaurant that is not at all what it seems from the outside. Cozy, clean and comfortable, we were greeted by the friendly staff and sat ourselves. Had the homemade corned beef hash (so good!!!) and eggs breakfast, with a single pancake. Everything was hot, delicious and expertly prepared. Certainly not a fine dining joint if that's what you're looking for, more of a come as you are family/townie place. This is hands down our new little breakfast spot and so glad we have it a shot! read more

We went to the cafe for breakfast. There were a couple of open seats at the counter. All the patrons were visibly enjoying their meals. There was such a nice atmosphere that patrons were talking to other parties. We spoke to a couple who were visiting friends and were waiting for the Patriots game. I got the homemade corned beef. It was truly homemade. The beef was perfectly cooked and the potatoes were of a hand mashed consistency. The eggs were cooked perfectly. My boyfriend got a side of fruit salad. It had at least 6 different hand cut fruits in it and came in a fairly large dish. This was to replace the home fries that came with the meal so it was no extra charge. Fantastic! I went to the Riverside Cafe alone a different time for breakfast as a treat. I thought I saw biscuits and gravy on the menu but didn't see it. When I asked if it was a regular item she said it wasn't but immediately offered to see if she had the ingredients to make it for me! Will definitely come back alone or would gladly bring friends. read more

Scale rating from 1-5 Sat at the bar. No wait. The place is unique with typical diner Decour. Noticed some Dusty knickknacks on the wall. Kind of gross. But I could look past it. Aesthetics-3 The staff were all very friendly and work well with one another. Attentive to customers needs. -5 Food. I got spinach, mushroom, pepper omelette with home fries and an English muffin. The omelette was tiny. I'm guessing 2 small eggs. It was also prepared with too much oil. Very oily. Taste 3. Portion 2. The star of the breakfast was the home fries. Good size potato chunks and cooked to perfection. 5 Cost. 4. I'd be happy to pay $2 more for an omelet with 3 or 4 large sized eggs. read more