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River Side Restaurant

4.4 (8526 reviews)
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Pindang Ikan Patin

Mentioned multiple times as especially delicious, with reviewers calling it great and strongly recommending it. The soup was praised for its taste and the dish was highlighted as a signature choice.

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Pindang Baung

Recommended for its delicious soup and strong flavor, with one reviewer saying they were in love with it. It was also ordered alongside other pindang dishes and praised as a standout.

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Salted Egg Shrimp

Specifically ordered and described as quite good, with the shrimp dishes overall noted as well cooked and tasty.

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Crispy Squid

Listed among the ordered dishes and praised as part of the restaurant’s seafood selection, which reviewers said tasted quite good.

5

Kakap Fillet With Sour And Sweet Sauce

Called out as one of the ordered dishes and included in the set of seafood items reviewers found tasty and well prepared.

6

Dragon Fruit Juice

Strongly recommended by a reviewer who described it as bright pink, all natural, and delicious.

Location details

Kompleks Benteng Kuto Besak, Jl. Palembang Darussalam, Palembang City, South Sumatra, 30113, ID

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Hours

Monday 10 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday 10 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday 10 AM to 10 PM
Thursday 10 AM to 10 PM
Friday 10 AM to 10 PM
Saturday 10 AM to 10 PM
Sunday 10 AM to 10 PM

About River Side Restaurant

River Side Restaurant is a seafood restaurant in Palembang City, South Sumatra, located by the Musi River near Ampera Bridge. Reviewers consistently praise the bridge and river views, especially at night, along with seafood and Palembang specialties like pindang. The restaurant also gets frequent mention for live music, a big dining area, and a setting that works for groups and visitors taking in the scenery. Price feedback is mixed, but several reviews describe it as worth it for the view and overall experience.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Live music
  • Rooftop seating

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Private dining room
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • College students
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed

Frequently asked questions

What is River Side Restaurant known for?

It is best known for seafood and Palembang dishes served with a direct view of Ampera Bridge and the Musi River. Reviewers repeatedly mention pindang, especially pindang patin and pindang baung, as a standout because the soup is flavorful and pairs well with the night scenery.

What dishes are most recommended at River Side Restaurant?

Reviewers most often highlight pindang ikan patin, pindang baung, crispy squid, salted egg shrimp, and kakap fillet with sweet and sour sauce. Dragon fruit juice is also mentioned as a recommended drink because it is fresh and naturally bright pink.

What is the atmosphere like at River Side Restaurant?

The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with rooftop and outdoor seating available. It suits groups and tourists well, and several reviews note that the big dining hall and bridge view make it a good place for dinner with family or friends.

Is River Side Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?

The listed price range is about Rp 30,000 to Rp 100,000 per person. Reviews call the food and service good, and while some say it is expensive or average in price, others feel it is worth paying for the Ampera Bridge and Musi River views.

When is the best time to visit River Side Restaurant?

Many reviews suggest coming in the afternoon or at night for the best bridge and river views, with the night scenery described as especially stunning when Ampera Bridge is lit up. Dinner can be busy, and the restaurant notes that reservations are recommended because there is usually a wait.

Is parking available at River Side Restaurant?

Yes. Free parking lot, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.

Is River Side Restaurant kid-friendly?

Yes, River Side Restaurant is good for kids.

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