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Rivers Cafe and Foodstore, Yarrambat, AU-VIC

Rivers Cafe and Foodstore

4.5
4.5
1998 Reviews
$40 and under
Cafe Dining

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2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
We are fully licensed Cafe and offer indoor table service and outside takeaway dining. Enjoy views of our garden and lakeside setting along with resident ducks, turtles and kangaroos!
Celebration Cakes
We do not allow cakes to be brought in, however we can make one for you with a minimum of 48 hours’ notice. Just call us on 9436 3210.
About Us
Located within the iconic Rivers of Yarrambat Lifestyle Centre, we are known locally and regionally for our truly unique offer. Expect quality food, friendly service, health inspired dishes and home grown produce from our kitchen garden. Star dishes include our posh cheese, Berry crepes and Belgian lemon teacake.
Dietary
We cater for vegetarian, gluten free, vegan and dairy free diets.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cafe Dining
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 09:00–15:00
  • Phone number
    (03) 9436 3210
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Matt Brennan
  • Catering
    We make a gorgeous selection of whole cakes perfect for your next special occasion. Browse via the 'Shop Online' section of our website or by calling the Cafe on 9436 3210.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a range of function + event spaces here at Rivers, offering celebrations + weddings from 6 guests up to 120 guests. We host signature afternoon tea style celebrations by day, and elegant cocktails parties of an evening. Browse our packages + enquire via our website.
  • Area
    Yarrambat
  • Cross Street
    Yan Yean Road
  • Parking details
    Free and ample off street parking.
  • Public transit
    Public Transport Bus 901 (Frankston - Melbourne Airport) stops right on our door step. Timetable link below; https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/route/view/7531
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,998 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Great for brunch

  • Northern Suburbs

    Best Service

  • Northern Suburbs

    Great for brunch

  • Northern Suburbs

    Child-friendly

  • Northern Suburbs

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Northern Suburbs

    Healthy

  • Northern Suburbs

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Northern Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rivers Cafe and Foodstore offers a "beautiful experience" with "exceptional service" and a "friendly atmosphere." Guests rave about the "great food," "big portions," and "variety" on the menu. While some mention inconsistency in food quality and pricing, many appreciate the "lovely surroundings" and "helpful staff."

1,998 Reviews
  1. Daniel

    Melbourne

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The staff was rude, and the place was too busy to provide proper service.

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  2. carolyn

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service. Menu more limited than I remember but very nice.

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  3. Connie

    Victoria

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Rivers is a favourite local destination for us. We’ve always enjoyed the food and ambience there. It’s a busy place so best to book a table before attending. Friendly service and lots of goodies to purchase as well.

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  4. Emily

    Melbourne

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been coming here for years and lately we haven't been impressed. Only allowed to remain at the table for 1.5 hours. Fifteen minutes prior you are told by staff that it's time to wrap up and move outside yet on each occasion there has been loads of empty tables and no waiting diners. Covid is over but restaurants that have continued with reservation windows are inadvertently damaging their business. We had ordered more drinks which were never delivered yet were given the heave ho when they felt we wouldn't be ordering anymore. $150 on coffees and smashed avo and you can't let us sit for another 10 odd minutes, you are cutting off your nose to spite your face!!!

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  5. Jan

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always, impeccable food and great service from this wonderful institution in Yarrambat. Unfortunately, there is always a lot of noise, from the enthusiastic and crowded environment, made a little uncomfortable by babies whose mothers seem to have no control! Not Rivers' fault though, and it became a lot quieter when grandmother took over and put the little one to sleep. Such a joy to visit this vibrant local space where it is so easy to make friends with the staff, who always welcome you with open arms. I love it.

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  6. Anna

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recommend booking a table due to this cafe’s popularity. The staff are friendly and obliging and the food is of fresh good quality. I’ve returned many times.

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  7. alicia

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have been many times to Rivers for breakfast or lunch. I have never been disappointed. They are friendly, their food is great and I have the luxury of seeing ducks, beautiful plants, do shopping, relax, laugh and enjoy great company. The person who served us, very young, had the most beautiful eyes we can imagine. My husband would have loved to place them on a canvas!!! Overall, the best!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful as always, excellent service , amazing food !

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  9. patricia

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place love the staff very approachable and helpful craig was awesome . Food was awesome

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  10. Elisabeth

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rivers is our special go to place. We always make a special get together in December. The ambience is great and after the meal we love to wander round the nursery and gift shop. The Xmas display is always amazing.

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FAQs

Rivers Cafe and Foodstore offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 9436 3210.

Rivers Cafe and Foodstore is rated 4.5 stars by 1998 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rivers Cafe and Foodstore

28 Kurrak Rd, Yarrambat, AU-VIC 3091

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Yan Yean Road
  • Area
    Yarrambat
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 09:00–15:00
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cafe Dining
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free and ample off street parking.
  • Public transit
    Public Transport Bus 901 (Frankston - Melbourne Airport) stops right on our door step. Timetable link below; https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/route/view/7531
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matt Brennan
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (03) 9436 3210
  • Catering
    We make a gorgeous selection of whole cakes perfect for your next special occasion. Browse via the 'Shop Online' section of our website or by calling the Cafe on 9436 3210.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a range of function + event spaces here at Rivers, offering celebrations + weddings from 6 guests up to 120 guests. We host signature afternoon tea style celebrations by day, and elegant cocktails parties of an evening. Browse our packages + enquire via our website.
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