Rivoli Restaurant
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Customer Reviews (19 reviews)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 27, 2008We have never had anything but great meals at Rivoli. Everything is interesting, imaginative, FRESH and well-prepared. We especially like the accommodating staff when we turn up without a reservation. Great for a... (more)
veggielover100
on Citysearch Sep 15, 2008I've been to Rivoli several times and am only treated well if I'm with a friend of mine whose parents are long and loyal customers. Otherwise, the whole atmosphere is very snobby and the waiters are terrible. One time... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 23, 2007This place is fantastic. They consistently provide inventive, flawlessly executed, and seasonal cuisine. Their wine list is superb and the atmosphere impeccable. Their desserts are always awesome! I have... (more)
lisachang79
on Citysearch Oct 14, 2007Rivoli is not to be missed!!! Each dish is prepared with soul and elegance. It really seems as if the chef takes pride in each dish they turn out. The pumpkin gnocchi appetizer, chicken two ways and gingerbread cake are... (more)
billzame
on Citysearch Jan 11, 2007Rivoli is my favorite restaurant in the East Bay. The portobello mushroom fritters never disappoint, and most of the menu is very well executed. It is not Chez Panisse or Olivetto -- and does not try to be. But if you... (more)
julia13
on Citysearch Nov 24, 2006Always pleased with the menu, fresh and comforting. Consistently good food and service always a pleasure Although the main room is small it overlooks a charming garden. (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 26, 2006Why wait for Chez Panisse when you can visit Rivoli again and again (especially since it's much less expensive). The food here is wholesome, fresh, and organic. Their menu rotates every 3 weeks... (more)
mgarfunkle
on Citysearch Apr 20, 2006Decent food but not much flare or pizzaz. Definitely not a good value. Would feel better if they hadn't charged as much. Appetizers and drinks were excellent. Main courses and dessert were pretty good. Service was... (more)
jake3_14
on Citysearch Apr 08, 2006I've been to Rivoli twice, and each time, the food flavors were perfect, and I don't use that word lightly. Moreover, all the flavors in each dish complement each other. There were several times during each meal that I... (more)
shellers1
on Citysearch Sep 29, 2005I've visited this restaurant twice and had an outstanding experience both times. The restaurant is cozy and warm, but tables aren't so crowded that you feel you have no privacy. The service is excellent from start to... (more)
m_c
on Citysearch Aug 13, 2005I was disappointed, mostly by the waiter and manager who were subtly snooty. The food is tasty, but a little on the oily/heavy side. We were one of the earlier seatings but waited almost 10 minutes with no water or bread... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Aug 13, 2005I've never had a bad meal in all the years going to this fabulous little restaurant. Enter into the dining room in the back, and you feel like you're in someone's home. You look back into a yard, sometimes with cats or... (more)
jaydevore
on Citysearch Jun 20, 2005My wife and I have dined at Rivoli with other couples four times in the past 9 months. Each time we have found the food to be wonderful -- creative, fresh, interesting, and plentiful. The interior is pleasant, though... (more)
pucinella
on Citysearch Nov 11, 2004I have been a devoted fan of Rivoli since it opened, but after several disappointing meals there recently, I don't plan on going back. The food can still be very good, though less dependably now. But it's the rest... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch May 26, 2004<b>In Short<br></b>Families and couples jostle past academic types enjoying informal service at the bar and head to the simply decorated dining room, with views of the shaded back garden. The Chez... (more)
guilinggao
on Citysearch May 10, 2004i've been there once, but it really impressed me.simple menu, and they change their menu quite often. i tried their fried mushroom, it was fantastic, juicy and crispy. i also recommend their chocolate cake dessert... (more)
lilcheese2
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2003wow, we had such a great dinner here last weekend. having recently moved to the east bay, we've noticed that the service is often horribly lacking in many restaurants. Rivoli was like a breath of fresh air. everyone... (more)
ae86_16v
on Citysearch Oct 25, 2003Definitely one of the best restaurants in the Bay Area. Food was scrumptious, service was excellent, and ambience was very very comfortable. (more)
jbudroe
on Citysearch Aug 06, 2002The food is well executed and imaginative, the service is attentive without being overbearing, the decor is nice, and in the evening, the raccoon parade through the picture window is a treat.... (more)