River Cafe - Santa Cruz, California

The River Cafe, situated at 415 River St suite K, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States, is a renowned dining establishment that offers a diverse range of culinary experiences. With a phone number 8314201280 and an easily accessible webpage at rivercafesantacruz.com, the restaurant has garnered a dedicated clientele.

The specialties at River Cafe encompass a variety of dining options, including a restaurant, breakfast restaurant, caterer, and juice shop. This diverse selection caters to a wide range of preferences, ensuring that each visitor finds something to suit their taste.

Other notable features of River Cafe include outdoor seating, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in options, providing patrons with flexibility in their dining experience. The establishment prides itself on its fast service, great coffee, and extensive tea selection, catering to those who appreciate both comfort and quality in their beverages.

In addition to its impressive beverage offerings, the restaurant features live music, adding an entertaining touch to its ambiance. The menu boasts a variety of comfort food, organic dishes, and quick bites, while also offering a range of small plates, vegan options, and vegetarian options, ensuring there is something for every dietary requirement.

For special occasions or events, River Cafe also provides catering services, making it a versatile choice for various celebrations. The dining area is designed to accommodate solo diners, families, and groups alike, with wheelchair-accessible seating and restrooms available to ensure accessibility for all.

The restaurant's cozy and trendy atmosphere, combined with its family-friendly environment, makes it an ideal spot for casual dining. Payment is accepted through both checks and credit cards, further enhancing its convenience for patrons.

With an impressive 4.4/5 average rating based on 184 reviews on Google My Business, River Cafe has garnered a strong reputation for its exceptional service and delicious offerings. Guests consistently praise the establishment for its welcoming ambiance, attentive staff, and mouth-watering cuisine.

👍 Reviews of River Cafe

Ace M.

5/5

Wandered in on a whim, knowing I have wanted to visit, and was SO pleasantly surprised. Very relaxed but lively environment, the owner runs the cash register and makes the dumplings!
Which, by the way, were some of the best I’ve had. I ordered the beef Momo dumplings, and they were served with a spicy red sauce, and a side salad with grated carrot and lemon dressing.
The dumplings were savory and spiced to perfection. Every ingredient in the meat mix came through uniquely and beautifully. The salad dressing was so bright and delicious that I wanted to drink it, and the spicy red sauce added the perfect extra kick to the dumplings, if you like spice like me, you would definitely enjoy. Got the whole plate for $13 (including tax).
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience, and I didn’t even get to the drink menu. But based on the reactions of other customers who got drinks while I was there, their drink menu is also very satisfactory. Highly recommend!

TheBayArea831

5/5

First time here. Stopped in on my lunch break. Tried the dumplings. They were delicious. I love dumplings. Will definately stop by again. Excellent service, very friendly. There is seating inside or outdoors.

Carl O.

5/5

Best Momos in Santa Cruz! Of course these are the only Momo I've had in Santa Cruz 🤔. Is Momo plural or do I need to add the s? Regardless, these are very good, delicate pastry, good plentiful beefy filling! I left full and happy 🙌🏼. The owner is a good guy, hope the best for him. 🙏🏻
Chill organic atmosphere, felt like home.

Max

5/5

Fast service and very friendly. Great atmosphere too! Wish I had been hungry enough to try everything on the menu.

Amartya M.

5/5

If I could give 10 stars I would! I cannot describe how good this place is and this was such an accidental discovery. This is an unassuming Tibetan restaurant which makes incredibly delicious momos and coffee amongst other things! The owner was genuinely kind hearted to give us more amounts of food and beverages than we had paid for. Plus the sitting area makes the food even more worth it eating there. Can't recommend highly enough.

Shawn O.

3/5

The service was great which is why I’m giving it a three. That said, the noodle soup was very disappointing - there was no mixture of vegetables of any real variety, the beef was tough, the broth was super salty. my friend had the dumplings and said they were okay but not great

phuntsok_ D.

5/5

Located right next to Patagonia outlet.
Service, taste, value of money, atmosphere, ambience, 5*
Must visit and try their Momo's and panini sandwich..highly recommend.. !

mk M.

5/5

Never had Tibetan food. The dumplings are very good. Much better than I expected..they're stuffed with kale and spinach..not sure if orher greens as well. I thought I would be hungry with the portion. I was very satisfied after I ate. The owners are very friendly. Highly recommend this place for healthy locally sourced food. The bonus is the chili sauce they add so you can dip the food into. I got the more spicier chili. I can tell that even the sauce is recently made. Ill keep returning here