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Riva, Helensburgh, SCT

Riva

3.5
3.5
191 Reviews
£25 and under
Italian
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Riva

3.5
£25 and under
Italian
Helensburgh

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Riva in Helensburgh is one of the finest Italian and Mediterranean restaurants in town. On West Clyde Street, the Riva dining space is stylish and comfortable which, in a way, reflects the food: traditional, wholesome recipes prepared and presented in a contemporary way. From both the Riva lunch menu and the a la carte, expect pizza, pasta, meat and fish, with each dish featuring only the freshest produce that’s local where possible or imported from Italy. Riva is just around the corner from Helensburgh main train station, meaning it’s pretty easy to get to from wherever you’re based in this glorious part of Scotland. Reservations are essential.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–19:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–20:30 Bar Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    01436 677796
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 191 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.5
3.5 based on recent ratings
  • 3.5Food
  • 3.5Service
  • 3.4Ambience
  • 3.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Dunbartonshire/Renfrewshire

    Most Booked

191 Reviews
  1. Stephen

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, great service and lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend!

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  2. lindsay

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Sadly, gave it another chance, a mistake that I won’t repeat. Nice staff, poor product

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  3. David

    Glasgow

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 September 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    No a la carte available. Lunch only . Waitress attitude was terrible

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  4. Linda

    Dunbartonshire

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We have been to Riva many times, however, this was by far the worst service ever. We were shown to our table and given some menus. After 15 mins we had to ask for someone to take our food and drinks order. Food and drinks were fine (although despite asking for some tap water and three glasses, I had to go up to the bar to ask for this as this was not brought to the table with the drinks). No one approached to ask if everything was alright during the meal or asked if we needed more drinks. We had to then ask if we could view the dessert and cocktails menu. When this was provided, we then had to approach them to take our order. The restaurant was not very busy with only a couple of tables occupied. It was however a sunny day and they have half a dozen or so tables outside for alcohol drinkers - they were getting all of the service! There was ample staff working that day - they just didn't see the three "invisible' people who were having a meal.

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  5. Terry

    Dunbartonshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff - friendly, helpful, courteous. Service - excellent. Food - perfect.

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  6. Richard

    Dunbartonshire

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Two of the items on menu not available. Had to settle for the steak. Not the best tough and gistle. Pasta overcooked. Had to go to bar to order drink seemed like not enough staff.

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  7. Stuart

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was exceptionally for the offer. Will definitely be back before it runs out *****

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  8. CJ80

    London

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 30 June 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a lovely lunch in the bar. Everyone had delicious food and the dog with our party was made very welcome.

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  9. JohnRyan

    Glasgow

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 June 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was great, service was poor. Had to ask for cutlery whilst meal was getting cold. Also saturday night in restaurant and news was on wall behind my partner, I don't want to watch bombs falling in Gaza whilst trying to eat pasta.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Dunbartonshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 May 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was v good staff were good 4 mains n4 drinks £80 fair We were happy

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FAQs

Riva offers delivery in partnership with Just Eat. Riva also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01436 677796.

Riva is rated 3.5 stars by 191 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Riva restaurant

Riva

3.5
£25 and under
Italian
Helensburgh

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Riva

12-14 West Clyde Street, Helensburgh, SCT G84 8SQ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Helensburgh
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–19:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–20:30 Bar Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access
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