Riviera

Google Reviewer

Google

Jan 31, 2026

5

I Visited Riviera in Mayfair on 30/01/26 for my birthday dinner and loved the intimate, cosy atmosphere — perfect for a girly catch-up or date night. I’ve been put off fine dining lately, but the food here didn’t disappoint. We had the cauliflower, calamari and burrata to start, followed by the beef fillet, sea bass and pasta — the beef fillet was the standout. The drinks were the real highlight though. The Paradise Mangue mocktail tasted just like a Solero ice cream and was amazing. Overall, a 9/10 experience and I’ll definitely be back.

Google Reviewer

Google

Jan 30, 2026

5

Incredible restuarant. Service by Riad and his team were very warm and welcoming. Everything was top notch. The reviews do not lie! Amazing set up, food, and most importantly service. We had Seabass, artichoke salad, foie gras, and steak. Everything was delicious. Apple tart on the house was so so good would order next time.

Google Reviewer

Google

Jan 27, 2026

5

We had an incredible dinner at Riviera! The food, service, and atmosphere were all top-notch. A special shout-out to Shiv, who looked after us brilliantly. The highlight of the night was definitely when Shiv prepared the tiramisu right in front of us at the table—it was a fantastic touch and tasted amazing. Highly recommend for a quiet, high-quality dining experience!

Google Reviewer

Google

Jan 3, 2026

3

The staff are absolutely amazing very kind and attentive and the atmosphere is genuinely beautiful. If you’re looking for a nice setting to sit, talk, and enjoy the ambience with friends, it can be a pleasant choice. However, the food quality did not quite meet our expectations. The menu is limited in terms of cocktails, and we didn’t find any dish that truly stood out as a “signature” plate. Between the options, we would recommend pasta over seafood. This is more of a place to visit for the environment rather than for an exceptional dining experience. If you’re very hungry and looking for outstanding food, this may not be the right address. One point that was a bit disappointing: although the venue officially closes at 11:30 pm and the restaurant was almost empty, the bill was brought to our table at 10:15 pm, which made us feel slightly rushed. Overall, great staff and a nice atmosphere, but room for improvement when it comes to food and guest experience.

Google Reviewer

Google

Dec 31, 2025

4

Riviera is undeniably a beautiful restaurant, especially if you’re looking for a quiet, intimate spot for a date. The ambience is one of its strongest points. Soft, low lighting and a calm atmosphere make it feel refined and relaxed, and the dining room has a lovely elegance to it. Food-wise, there were definite highlights. The starters were all genuinely delicious and well executed, setting a strong tone at the beginning of the meal. The pasta was also very good, with great texture and flavour, and the turbot was cooked well, delicate and properly handled, which isn’t always easy to get right. That said, the overall experience was let down by the service. For a restaurant at this price point, service felt surprisingly cold and almost absent. No one introduced the menu, walked us through the dishes, or offered any guidance on drinks. We were largely left to figure everything out ourselves, which made the experience feel transactional rather than hospitable. It wasn’t rude, just noticeably disengaged. Riviera is fairly expensive, and while the food quality largely delivers, the lack of warmth and attentiveness in service creates a disconnect. With more thoughtful, proactive service, this could be a standout dining experience. As it stands, it’s a lovely setting with strong food, but service that doesn’t quite match the ambition of the restaurant.