Awful experince

Rating - Overall: 1  Food: 1  Service: 1  Ambience: 1

LewisDJCB
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Member since Dec 10
Rating: 0

5 Dec 2010

I hardly ever review restaurants but really felt the need to let people know about the Riverstation. My friends and I attended for a very special occasion and were sat at a table over looking the street not the river. The seats were different from the rest in the restaurant, small and very uncomfortable. It was clear from the start they wanted us in and out as quick as possible. To top this the waitress had the cheek to ask us not to laugh so loud at one point. I'm sure laughter and sound of enjoyment is something you would want on the restaurant floor. The food was dry, clearly rushed and I'm referring to every dish that cam out. I would highly recommend avoiding this restaurant at all cost. I have never been so disappointed in any food establishment in my life. I would rather go to a fast food restaurant.

Visited: November 13, 2010

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Always good!

Rating - Overall: 4  Food: 5  Service: 3  Ambience: 4

Ollie
Rookie Reviewer
Member since Jun 09
Rating: 1

4 May 2010

I went to the Riverstation with my family for a birthday celebration. The menu was varied and interesting and they offered a special saver menu to for those on a tighter budget.

We sat at a table overlooking the river and could watch the rowers and boaters going about their business which made for a lovely setting.

The food was cooked extremely well, the portions were generous without being excessive and the waiting staff were attentive right up until we had finished the dessert, trying to get the bill was a little harder than it should have been.

I had a terrine for starter which was one of the best I've had in years followed by guineafowl with cheesecake for pud.

I would, and will, happily return to the Riverstation in the future.

Visited: April 19, 2010
What I ate: Duck Terrine, Guineafowl, cheesecake

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Best meal for a long time

Rating - Overall: 5  Food: 5  Service: 5  Ambience: 4

king1976
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Member since Apr 09
Rating: 0

26 Apr 2009

Our group arrived at this pleasant riverside location in dribs and drabs and the number in our party changed in view of a miscalculation on our part. We even had a someone arrive quite late but this was all handled well and in good spirit by the service staff.

The positive impression of the staff continued later when one of the waiters was asked a number of questions and was particularly friendly and helpful, something that isn't always the case in similar restaurants.

We decided to opt for just two courses as we were planning to continue the evening drinking elsewhere and I went for the potted smoked salmon rillette with dill, lemon + toasted granary bread which was particularly tasty and not too filling.

Although steak, seabass and duck, all big favourites of mine, were on the menu I decided to select the braised belly of Lincolnshire pork with, greens, apple compote + cider jus as my main course. Although it is a food cliche the pork belly melted in the mouth. I had never tried it before and was a little apprehensive of how the fat would taste. However it was extremely flavoursome and this was without doubt one of the best dishes I've had in years.

Speaking to the rest of the group they were all were similarly impressed with the dishes they had selected with the breast of English duck with spiced red cabbage, chestnuts + rosemary jus receiving the highest praise.

In conclusion the Riverstation is pleasant location, with friendly helpful staff and great food. It is certainly not the cheapest place to dine and often the menu seems a little fancy or contrived for my tastes but I would have no hesitation in returning or recommending it.

Visited: December 6, 2008
What I ate: Potted Salmon Rillette, Pork Belly

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Superb Delicious

Rating - Overall: 5  Food: 5  Service: 5  Ambience: 5

AlanaAndJeff
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Member since Mar 09
Rating: 0

7 Mar 2009

Two of us enjoyed a fantastic meal in this sparkly contemporary restaurant, this place serves the posh food you see on tv but never get to eat. The staff are smiling, attentive, happy and know all about the food on the menu, and the well chosen wine list. We had Starter: Scallops, mmmm. Pate; Delicious. Mains: Steak, wow this place could do a Blk&bleu;perfectly, tasty, juicy, tender. Stuffed Rabbit loin, sweet and delicate and amazing. The food was so professionally and prettily presented, it was perfect portion control, allowing you to have a 3 course dinner without feeling hungry or stuffed to bursting point! Wonderful. We decided to go back every week until we've exhausted the menu!

Visited: March 4, 2009
What I ate: Scallops, Pate, Steak, Rabbit

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Best cocktails in Brizzle

Rating - Overall: 4  Food: 4  Service: 5  Ambience: 5

lauraloo
Gastronome
Member since May 08
Rating: 1

2 Jan 2009

OK - I admit I mainly have cocktails and whisky here on my way back from other (cheaper) meals but you've got to love the impeccable staff, chilled out surroundings and value for money bistro/bar at the bottom which lets you enjoy being part of the scene whilst not re-mortgaging your house. Maintains its high standards (unlike Severnshed next door).

Visited: December 21, 2008

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Interesting Sunday

Rating - Overall: 4  Food: 4  Service: 2  Ambience: 3

Bexj3
Foodie
Member since Dec 08
Rating: 0

30 Dec 2008

My friend and i decided to visit this restaurant for Sunday Lunch back in June.

When we arrived at the restaurant there was a waiting list so we went outside with a bottle of wine. Luckily the weather was lovely and sat outside overlooking the water with some wine was a good start for a Sunday lunchtime. We did have to wait about 45 mins for a table though.

However, the sunday roast was lovely. Very tasty and a slightly different option to your average Pub Lunch.

I haven't been back for an evening meal but i don't have a bad word to say about this restaurant and so i'm sur i will revisit it.

Visited: June 22, 2008
What I ate: Roast Beef

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Nice atmosphere

Rating - Overall: 5  Food: 5  Service: 5  Ambience: 5

garethl
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Member since Oct 08
Rating: 0

9 Dec 2008

Visted fairly on (7pm) on a Friday night...relatively quiet, so shown straight to our table which we had booked. Service was swift, with bread (various 'flavours' ) and drinks offered straigt away. Went for the special menu, which turned out to be good value, prseneted well and tasted great...including ham hock based terrine to start with. Would definitely go again

Visited: November 14, 2008

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great food despite the wait

Rating - Overall: 4  Food: 5  Service: 4  Ambience: 4

KarenR
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Member since Sep 08
Rating: 2

30 Jul 2008

we ate here last Saturday night - it was apparent as soon as we arrived (8.45pm) that something was amiss, and apparently a serious IT problem had stuffed up the ordering system in the kitchen. Far worse than the delay in getting served, however, was the overbearing, obnoxious behaviour of the bloke on the next table, whose policy was to complain loudly and vigourously to get as big a discount as he could. The staff capitulated easily (way too easily) which only encouraged him, and he was egging on everyone else. However he was raving about the quality of the food! We thought the food was superb, and the delay did not marr our evening. We felt for the staff who were clearly having a dreadful time and were managing really well under the circumstances. The manager ended up offering us our mains for free which we were really pleased with, natch! A shame for Riverstation which in my opinion has really upped its game lately.

Visited: July 26, 2008

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Location, location, location..

Rating - Overall: 4  Food: 5  Service: 4  Ambience: 3

RWhite08
Connoisseur
Member since Jul 08
Rating: 3

14 Jul 2008

The design is pretty stunning, the food very decent with modern, innovative dishes but it is the location that really sells this place for me. Right on the waterfront- the name gives it away. The only thing I'd say is it may be a bit modern for some tastes and some may find it a little clinical. BUT if it's good food and a pleasant view, this is a good choice

Visited: April 3, 2007

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Very business like.....

Rating - Overall: 4  Food: 4  Service: 3  Ambience: 2

Gregoir
Connoisseur
Member since Sep 08
Rating: 10

3 Jun 2008

Had a very enjoyable birthday lunch at the riverstation. I started with a lovely risotto with asparagus and pea, followed by pollock and crushed potatoes, ending in mixed berry mess. We combined this with a lovely bottle of Taittinger Champagne and Sancerre which sufficiently whet the palate! Shame I had to return to work afterwards! The food was exceedingly enjoyable although I would have liked more meringue in the mess and the service was good. At lunchtime it did feel very "business-like" but nevertheless I would definitely go again.

Visited: June 3, 2008

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