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Westside - Riviera House restaurant
6.5

Riviera House

  • Westside
  • $$
  • Seafood
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Inventive yet polarizing dishes

The Ahi Tuna Poke Nachos and Oysters at Riviera House have enjoyed unanimous applause for their high-quality, fresh ingredients. However, the menu, criticized for being small, does throw curveballs with unexpected takes on dishes resulting in underwhelming or overcooked results for some. The critique on portion sizes in relation to the prices hints at unimpressive value for money.

  • Great Quality

    Ingredients always fresh, enhancing the dining experience positively.

  • Okay Taste

    Frequent mentions of both delicious dishes and various culinary disappointments.

  • Not Creative

    Horrible dining experience when unique takes aren't communicated.

Top 3 dishes at Riviera House

  1. 1

    Ahi Tuna Poke Nachos 🏆

    Fresh, high-quality tuna with a flavorful, crispy base; unanimously loved.

    Ahi Tuna Poke Nachos dish
  2. 2

    Oysters

    Oysters noted for their exemplary freshness and delightful taste.

    Oysters dish
  3. 3

    Shrimp Ceviche

    Ceviche praised for perfect balance of acid, savory, and plentiful shrimp.

    Shrimp Ceviche dish

Vibe: Picture-perfect but chaotic

The stylish decor at Riviera House places ambiance at the top, scoring praises from patrons. The outdoors provide appealing views but also bring parking troubles. The extensive drink list makes up for its lack of food variety. The vibe hovers in the neutral zone, with the ambiance being its selling point rather than the food.

  • Great Ambiance

    Great ambiance with cozy, stylish decor enhances dining experience significantly.

  • Okay Buzz

    Vibes are nice, more of a place for ambiance, not for food.

  • Bad For Dates

    Gets extremely noisy when busy; not quiet or romantic.

Perks: Pleasant outdoor seating, yet problematic noise

The restaurant offers a comfortable outdoor space amplified by extended patios and heaters. The applause for friendliness and excellent service overshadows the host's ill manners and reservation hiccups. However, when it gets busy, the intense noise levels tarnish its suitability for a quiet, romantic night out or large group gatherings.

  • Great Outdoor

    Extended patio with heaters enhances dining, providing comfort and ambiance.

  • Hard To Reserve

    Host lacks manners; reserved booth unavailable despite advance booking.