Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - Liverpool, Liverpool, Merseyside

Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - Liverpool

4.5 (414)
£26 to £40
Italian
1 Castle St, Liverpool, Merseyside L2 4SW

Make a booking

2 people
22:00
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Lively
Located on Castle Street in the heart of Liverpool, Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar, and large alfresco terrace so you can dine all’aperto “in the open air”. Our Liverpool restaurant features distinctive plush nautical-inspired interiors – the colour of tranquil Italian seas. The friendly team will transport you in style to experience a true taste of Italy, bringing style, sass and glamour to modern Italian dining.

Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar invites you to experience authentic Italian dining in Liverpool. We believe that Italian dining is all about La Dolce Vita – the sweet life! That’s why we use only the finest ingredients to create all of our drinks & dishes. Add to the mix a touch of 1960’s high society glamour and we have the perfect recipe for an authentic, modern, Italian experience in the heart of Liverpool.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Kitchen Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00 Bar Mon–Thu 12:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    From intimate weddings to large corporate canapé events and everything in between, our restaurant can accommodate your reservation large or small. Our complimentary dedicated event coordinator will look after the finer details, we will make sure your event runs smoothly at no extra cost.

Experiences

  • A Taste of Italy: Salad and Spritz for £20

    23 May 2025 - 26 May 2025
    Light, fresh, and fabulous – this Club IR exclusive allows you to indulge in the vibrant tastes of Italy. Picture yourself basking in the warmth of the Southern sun, enjoying a crisp, refreshing salad paired perfectly with a zesty spritz—all for just £20. An experience that captures the true essence of Italy, made exclusively for you. Join Club IR for free https://individualrestaurants.com/clubir/
    A Taste of Italy: Salad and Spritz for £20 photo
  • Club Lunch

    5 Mar 2025 - 15 Nov 2025
    Indulge in the vibrant flavours of Italy with our Club Lunch at Riva Blu, Enjoy two courses for courses for £20 or three for £25.
    Club Lunch photo
  • Kids Eat For £1 at Riva Blu

    6 Mar 2025 - 16 Nov 2025
    Each Sunday , exclusively to Club IR members , children dine for £1 Gather your loved one and savour the flavours of Italy
    Kids Eat For £1 at Riva Blu photo

What 414 people are saying

Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - Liverpool reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Liverpool/Merseyside

    Best Ambience

  • Liverpool/Merseyside

    Great for brunch

  • Liverpool/Merseyside

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Liverpool/Merseyside

    Hot spot

  • Liverpool/Merseyside

    Romantic

  • Liverpool/Merseyside

    Lively

  • Liverpool/Merseyside

    Most Booked

  • Liverpool

    Best Ambience

  • Liverpool

    Great for brunch

  • Liverpool

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Liverpool

    Hot spot

  • Liverpool

    Romantic

  • Liverpool

    Lively

  • Liverpool

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar in Liverpool shines with "fabulous food and atmosphere," offering "incredible food, mocktails, service and great value." Guests commend the "attentive staff" and "lovely fresh food." While service can occasionally falter, the overall dining experience remains "absolutely amazing" and "fantastic."

414 Reviews
  1. Jenna

    Nottingham1 review

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    waited 30 mins for the table and they just said as we arrived that they’re just getting the table ready indicating it would only be a few mins - we then waited over half an hour without saying anything to us or any compensation
    Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - LiverpoolResponded 4 days ago
    Ciao! Thank you for sharing your recent experience with us. We're very sorry to hear about the delay you encountered. I hope you’ll consider giving us another opportunity to provide you with the experience and hospitality you expected and deserved.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Melanie S VIP

    Portland28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had one of the best meals, at a restaurant when traveling, here. The duck (which I use as my “test” meal) was probably the best I’ve ever had (& I have it everywhere). The olive oil poached tuna was also delicious. We will definitely come back next time we visit Liverpool. Shout out to Victoria; an excellent server.
    Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - LiverpoolResponded 4 days ago
    Ciao! Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're very happy to hear that you had one of your best meals We’ll make sure to pass your kind words on to Victoria—she’ll be delighted to hear she made such a positive impression. We can’t wait to welcome you back on your next visit to Liverpool!

    Is this helpful?

  3. Jordan

    Liverpool1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 4 May 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    When we was sat down the table had no been cleaned before it had been set up salt and pepper granules left all over the table.
    Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - LiverpoolResponded on 5 May 2025
    Ciao! Thank you for your feedback. We're very sorry to hear that your table was not properly cleaned before being set—this is certainly not the standard we hold ourselves to, and we apologise for the oversight. Your comments have been shared with the team to ensure greater attention to detail moving forward. We do hope you'll consider visiting us again.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Roisin

    Dublin9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Riva Blu was a great dining experience a lovely restaurant with lovely food and attentive staff. Victoria looked after us and did a great job.
    Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - LiverpoolResponded on 2 May 2025
    Ciao! Thank you so much for your kind words. It means a lot ! We'll make sure to pass your feedback to Viktorija. Hope to see you soon in Riva Blu! :)

    Is this helpful?

  5. Anne

    Warwickshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and atmosphere will definitely recommend
    Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - LiverpoolResponded on 20 April 2025
    Ciao! Thank you so much for sharing your experience and for your kind words. We hope to see you soon in Riva Blu.

    Is this helpful?

  6. ben

    Manchester1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant that I have visited with my family before. Food was lovely and fresh. Service was off this visit but spoke with a manager and he took on board the feedback. We will definitely return as normally it is some of the best service in Liverpool and this was defo just an off day. Thank you
    Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - LiverpoolResponded on 14 April 2025
    Ciao! Thanks a lot for your your kind words and being so understanding, we really hope to see you soon in Riva Blu.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Kayleigh

    Yorkshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food, attentive staff, fabulous atmosphere for a Friday night. We will definitely be back
    Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - LiverpoolResponded on 14 April 2025
    Ciao! Thank you for your kind words. It means a lot for us. Hope to see you soon in Riva Blu.

    Is this helpful?

  8. V VIP

    Tallahassee5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely beautiful place and the food was amazing!
    Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - LiverpoolResponded on 31 March 2025
    Ciao! Thank you so much for your kind words, we hope to see you again in Riva Blu!

    Is this helpful?

  9. alyson

    Warwickshire4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Love to eat here. However on this occasion food was not its usual standard. Only just warm enough and portions seemed smaller. Perhaps it was because it was busy?? But I’ve been on lots of occasions and food has always been excellent.
    Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - LiverpoolResponded on 31 March 2025
    Ciao! Thank you for your continued support and for sharing your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear that your recent visit didn’t meet the high standard you’ve come to expect from us. We always strive to deliver the best dining experience, and we regret that this time fell short. Your comments are invaluable to us, and we’ll be reviewing them with our team to ensure consistency, even during busy periods. We do hope to welcome you back again soon. :)

    Is this helpful?

  10. Charlie

    Liverpool1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was a lovely place for food, really enjoyed it. Even got a free desert as it was our anniversary
    Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - LiverpoolResponded on 15 March 2025
    Ciao! Thank you so much for your kind words! It has been a pleasure for us to make this occasion even more special! Hope to see you soon!

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - Liverpool is rated 4.5 stars by 414 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

  1. Home
  2. United Kingdom
  3. Liverpool/Merseyside
  4. Liverpool
  5. Liverpool

Make a booking

2 people
22:00
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - Liverpool

1 Castle St, Liverpool, Merseyside L2 4SW

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Liverpool
  • Hours of Operation
    Kitchen Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00 Bar Mon–Thu 12:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    From intimate weddings to large corporate canapé events and everything in between, our restaurant can accommodate your reservation large or small. Our complimentary dedicated event coordinator will look after the finer details, we will make sure your event runs smoothly at no extra cost.
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo