Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant

4.8

771 Reviews

£26 to £40

British

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

WELCOME TO RIVA LOUNGE BAR AND RESTAURANT IN HALE VILLAGE

Great quality, serious but unpretentious food, with a friendly and personal service. All wrapped up in a relaxed, casual, comfortable setting.

Serving everything from Bar Snacks to a full A La Carte and Sunday Lunch, great cocktails alongside an extensive wine list.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Tue 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
0161 928 4492
Website
https://www.rivahale.co.uk/hello-world/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
PLEASE CONTACT US AT INFO@RIVAHALE.CO.UK OR 0161 928 4492.
Private party facilities
Our Private Dining Room seats up to 12 people, ideal for those requiring privacy for a special celebration with family and friends, or exclusivity for business meetings. All with the opportunity of a fixed menu by advanced booking.

Location
4 Cecil Road, Altrincham, Cheshire WA15 9PA
Area
Hale
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Bar Snack Board£29.95
Halloumi fries with smoked chilli jam, Chicken liver parfait with red onion marmalade, homemade hummus and flatbread (n), honey glazed pigs in blankets, crispy chilli squid with sriracha mayo and Mixed olives
Seafood Board£29.95
Smoked mackeral and horseradish rillette, haddock goujon’s, garlic and chilli tiger prawns, smoked salmon with shallots and capers, crispy chilli squid and warm rustic bread
Whole Baked Camembert for two£15.00
Caramelised onion chutney, Toasted bread
Garlic & Chilli Prawns (can be GF)£11.95
Toasted dipping bread
Soup of the Day (can be GF) £6.50
Crusty bread
Chicken Liver Parfait£11.00
Balsamic red onion marmalade with toasted sourdough
Smoked Haddock, Onion and Wholegrain Mustard Fishcake£9.50
Tartare sauce and soft herb salad
Spiced Butternut Squash£8.50
Roasted hazlenuts and pickled cucumber salad

Riva Favourites

Beef Fillet Wellington£36.00
Mashed potato, whole roasted shallots, tenderstem brocolli, carrot puree and smoked red wine sauce
Steak and Guinness Pie£18.00
Buttery mash, seasonal greens and gravy
Beer Battered Haddock£16.95
Chips, mushy peas and tartare
The Riva Burger£16.50
6ozPrime minced steak, tomato, gherkin, lettuce, red onion and Monterey Jack cheddar with homemade ‘Mac’ sauce on brioche with house slaw and fries.
- Add bacon £1.50
Riva Caesar Salad
Homemade ceasar dressing, crispy pancetta, sourdough croutons and cos lettuce
- Chicken £17.00
- Halloumi £15.00

Seasonal Specials

Roast Ballontine of Turkey£20.95
Stuffing, Pigs in blankets, roast potatoes, sprouts with pancetta, seasonal vegetables and a cranberry gravy
Pumpkin and Wild Mushroom Strudle (VG)£18.95
Crispy kale, roast potatoes, shredded sprouts and gravy
Market Fish of the Day (can be GF) Ask your server
Market Price
Rump and Black (can be GF)£24.95
(Rump of lamb with black pudding)Black pudding mashed potato, braised carrots, seasonal greens with red wine jus
Spiced Butternut Squash Risotto£16.50
Rocket, toasted seeds and olive oil

Grill

35 Day Dry Aged 8oz Fillet Steak (GF) £36.00
Grilled tomato, roasted mushroom,chips or fries, peppercorn or blue cheese
10oz 35 Day Dry Aged Bistro Rump Steak (GF)£28.95
Grilled tomato, roasted mushroom, chips or fries peppercorn or blue cheese sauce

Sides

Truffle and parmesan Fries£5.00
Skin on Fries £5.00
Hand Cut Chips £5.00
Buttery Mashed Potato
5.00
Buttered Mixed Greens £4.50
Roast winter vegetables £5.50
Rocket, Tomato and Red Onion Salad £5.50
House Slaw £3.50
Peppercorn Sauce £3.00

We Support Local!

Where possible we source as much as we can from local suppliers, as we feel very strongly about local business sustainability. Where possible we try and purchase only British produce. We hope you enjoy your time with us.

Please advise us of any allergies you might have. Various allergens are used throughout our kitchen. We will make every effort to avoid contamination.

What 771 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Cheshire
Best Overall
Cheshire
Best Ambience
Cheshire
Good for business meals
Cheshire
Gluten-free-friendly
Cheshire
Great for creative cocktails
Cheshire
Healthy
Cheshire
Hot spot
Cheshire
Neighbourhood gem
Cheshire
Great for fine wines
Cheshire
Vegetarian-friendly
Cheshire
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant offers a "warm and inviting" atmosphere with "delicious food" and "superb service." Guests enjoy live music and a varied menu, including "amazing specials" and gluten-free options. While some noted occasional service hiccups, the overall experience is "lovely" and "highly recommended."

771 Reviews

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Andy
Manchester
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall, probably 4.5 out of 5. The service was a little slow, given it wasn't a busy time, but the food was very good, each element of the main course being of a high standard. Puddings were also very tasty. We felt that the size and quality of the Yorkshire pudding required more gravy than came on the plate, but in fairness when we asked for more, it arrived very quickly. Overall a very enjoyable experience, we will be happy to return soon.
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Stephen
Cheshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very accomodating and excellent service and food. We ate from set lunch menu and they adjusted for one of us gluten free. Thanks to Angela and colleagues. We will definately be back.
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Caroline
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Visitors for the first time today. From the minute we stepped inside , it was amazing. It’s has a fantastic atmosphere with the nicest waiting staff I’ve met in a long time. The food was great and the atmosphere was just right. Not too loud and great choice of music being played. We will definitely be back
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Karen
Manchester
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food and ambience Could do with some music
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Peter
VIP
Manchester
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely food and decent service, it’s our first visit since change of hands. I always wonder why restaurants ask if you’re celebrating a birthday on the reservation, (we had a 21st and a 25th) and also mentioning it to all three servers then ignore it completely! Restaurant was half full at best in a Friday with football on a TV in the bar with resulting cheering and usual shouting at ref decisions throughout the game. We wouldn’t suggest the venue for a birthday celebration but will go back at some point, maybe when the game is on.
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Katherine
VIP
Manchester
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 31 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely dinner with friends. Good delicious and staff fantastic as usual
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Maggie
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fab - great food and service, can’t fault it - definitely have the pie
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Simon
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Welcoming from the moment you step in. Lovely service and the food is spot on.
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Nicola
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 19 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent roast dinner , superb service faultless
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Paul
Manchester
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 24 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
2 out of 3 meals OK, steak was terrible, drinks were good, service was acceptable. Wouldn’t rush back.
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Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo.

Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 771 OpenTable diners.

Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant

4 Cecil Road, Altrincham, Cheshire WA15 9PA

Additional information

Area
Hale
Hours of Operation
Tue 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
https://www.rivahale.co.uk/hello-world/
Phone number
0161 928 4492
Catering
PLEASE CONTACT US AT INFO@RIVAHALE.CO.UK OR 0161 928 4492.
Private party facilities
Our Private Dining Room seats up to 12 people, ideal for those requiring privacy for a special celebration with family and friends, or exclusivity for business meetings. All with the opportunity of a fixed menu by advanced booking.

Gift card

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Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Nibbles

Rustic Bread, Olive Oil and Balsamic £6.00

Hummus and Flatbread (n) £6.00

Mixed Olives £5.00

Sharers and Small Plates

Bar Snack Board£29.95

Seafood Board£29.95

Whole Baked Camembert for two£15.00

Garlic & Chilli Prawns (can be GF)£11.95

Soup of the Day (can be GF) £6.50

Chicken Liver Parfait£11.00

Smoked Haddock, Onion and Wholegrain Mustard Fishcake£9.50

Spiced Butternut Squash£8.50

Riva Favourites

Beef Fillet Wellington£36.00

Steak and Guinness Pie£18.00

Beer Battered Haddock£16.95

The Riva Burger£16.50

Riva Caesar Salad

Seasonal Specials

Roast Ballontine of Turkey£20.95

Pumpkin and Wild Mushroom Strudle (VG)£18.95

Market Fish of the Day (can be GF) Ask your server

Rump and Black (can be GF)£24.95

Spiced Butternut Squash Risotto£16.50

Grill

35 Day Dry Aged 8oz Fillet Steak (GF) £36.00

10oz 35 Day Dry Aged Bistro Rump Steak (GF)£28.95

Sides

Truffle and parmesan Fries£5.00

Skin on Fries £5.00

Hand Cut Chips £5.00

Buttery Mashed Potato

Buttered Mixed Greens £4.50

Roast winter vegetables £5.50

Rocket, Tomato and Red Onion Salad £5.50

House Slaw £3.50

Peppercorn Sauce £3.00

We Support Local!

Please advise us of any allergies you might have. Various allergens are used throughout our kitchen. We will make every effort to avoid contamination.

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant restaurant rated?

Does Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant offer gift cards?

Is Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card