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River Café
Italian Restaurant££££
Hammersmith and Fulham, London
"Superb food, no doubt. Monkfish, pasta, and asparagus were all simple, yet..."(4 Tips)"Great place to see some famous faces 2."(2 Tips)
"Highlight was the chocolate nemesis and chocolate hazelnut cakes."(2 Tips)
"One Michelin star."(2 Tips)
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Tom EdwardsNovember 8, 2015A London institution- has served simple delicious fine Italian dining for 25 years+. Michelin star, modern restaurant space by Richard Rogers (Pompidou Centre etc), not cheap, plenty of famous faces.
Daren WilliamsJune 29, 2019Big name on the London food scene - tasty consistent dishes, nice setting, excellent service. I particularly enjoyed the desserts - you can order half portions if you can't decide
- Cristiana RodriguesDecember 2, 2016If you want to splurge $ this Italian is for you. Setting is beautiful, the food is truly Italian, flavors are superb, wine and drinks selection really nice. Great place to see some famous faces 2.
The LadyApril 3, 2013Absolutely exquisite food and hella elegant. On a sunny day, a walk along the river for lunch at the River Cafe is one of the great London experiences. The Chocolate Nemesis is as good as it sounds...
Francesco FedericoDecember 15, 2015Decent food, subpar wine list and unacceptable service/mis en place for a place of this level. The place is actually nice thus with a little bit of training and a new wine list it could be worth it.
Jackie BrownFebruary 13, 2016They have a good value set menu for lunch, smaller portions than ordering off the main menu but then you get to try more. The lemon tart is yum!!
Beautiful sitting out in the sun at lunch. Great for families. Very child friendly. And of course the food is fantastic.
MaralOctober 20, 2012Definitely recommend it... Very nice Italian food, amazing wine and very friendly staff. However, the lunch time should be nicer as you will have the proper view of the river. Enjoy!- Richard RevisApril 18, 2015Superb food, no doubt. Monkfish, pasta, and asparagus were all simple, yet so fresh and tasty. However, tables are very close together and 2 hr time slots too fast turnaround, poor given high prices
YOUhomeNovember 26, 2014"A little further afield than the others but definitely not one to be missed. The food is just gorgeous and with seasonal menus, you're in for a real treat."
Jeffrey SilverMay 31, 2016Truly one of finest Italian Restaurant in London if not all of Europe. It's in heart of Residential area in Hammersmith. Do not miss!!!!
Levent AkgermanFebruary 2, 2017Cosy, yet classy environment; grilled artichokes, taglierini pomodoro, game birds, i.e. Woodcock, pigeon; extensive Italian wine selection
Harriet FrancesOctober 29, 2017The founding father of Fine Italian cuisine in London. For special events, book in advance and it's lovely to sit outside in the summer.
The Times and Sunday TimesOctober 1, 2014It is very expensive and a long way from my home, but whenever the first hot, blue-sky day of spring comes along, I think, “River Café!” and phone to beg an outside table... Read more- YOUhomeNovember 25, 2014A little further a field that the others but definitely not one to be missed. The food is just gorgeous and with seasonal menus, you're in for a real treat.
Bijan YoungJanuary 18, 2015Great, fresh creative Italian food which has gone through a reboot. A wats out of central London but worth the visit.
Maffo GiommiSeptember 1, 2013Great location for a weekend lunch. The fish was cooked perfectly and very tasty, one of the best I had in London:definitely worth the long waiting 😉- Tessa BrunetteMay 2, 2015Didn't meet my expectations, food was tasty but not outstanding. I've had similar for cheaper elsewhere. Highlight was the chocolate nemesis and chocolate hazelnut cakes. Ask for half half 😉
Tom Morgan-GrenvilleSeptember 8, 2019Slow braised veal shin was amazing, atmosphere is light and enjoyable and the service was great
Anthony LevineJuly 30, 2015The reputation of river cafe speaks for itself. We expected top quality service and food. However, my experience did not measure up to its reputation.
- YOUhomeJuly 2, 2014Perhaps slightly out of the way but most definitely worth a visit for anyone in the area.
Gill WeekesAugust 30, 2015Lovely food, rather pricey but the food is good. The sun refused to shine but it was warm so we had a table outside.
Tip from happy Katya: fried zucchini is so good,ham and figs, soup! And desserts! I like this place!
Shermans TravelAugust 9, 2012Book well ahead for the chance to try chargrilled Scottish scallops and melt-in-the-mouth gnocchi. Read more
Rachel RothNovember 16, 2018Tasty food and good service, though not sure it was worth a special trip
Nish PatelJuly 12, 2010Inside or outside this place is a great contemporary restaurant. Service is excellent and the staff are really friendly. As for the food... First class.
Emily MarbachJune 22, 2014Only go if you live in London and someone with money to burn is taking you. The food is very good but the prices are insane.
Giuseppe GaninoSeptember 23, 2017Food is solid good, but they know it..so it looks a bit contemptuous
Bandar AlTurkiApril 26, 2019I’m here now it’s 2:30pm and the restaurant is still OPEN .. the timings listed are wrong !
Condé Nast TravelerOctober 18, 2016“Quite possibly my favorite Italian restaurant in the world.” - Danny Meyer Read more
DavideDecember 15, 2015Had a very bad experience. When I chose an expensive place I expect some quality and service and here we are far from good. Poor choice of dishes and waiters pushed dos us to leave before 11pm. Poor
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River Café
Thames Wharf, Rainville Rd (opp. Bowfell Rd)
London
Greater London
W6 9HA
United Kingdom
London
Greater London
W6 9HA
United Kingdom
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 12:30 PM–2:15 PM
- 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
- Sat
- 12:30 PM–2:30 PM
- 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
- Sun
- Noon–3:00 PM
+44 20 7386 4200
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Yes
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Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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