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What to order
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Pancakes
Most frequently praised item; multiple reviews say the pancakes were light, fluffy, massive, and delicious, often with generous toppings like blueberries, syrup, Nutella, strawberries, and maple syrup.
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Full English Breakfast
Repeatedly recommended for being 10/10, massive in portion size, and very satisfying; several reviewers highlighted it as a standout breakfast choice.
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Burgers
Mentioned as amazing and very tasty, with one review specifically praising the hot honey burger and buffalo burger, and another noting the burger meal was fantastic with hot, tasty chips.
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Special Breakfast Wrap
Recommended for its toasted, delicious filling of bacon, egg, hash brown, avocado, and mature cheese, with one reviewer calling it a great choice for breakfast.
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Eggs Benedict
Praised as a 'stonking' breakfast option, suggesting it was especially well made and memorable.
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Eggs Royale
Called lovely in a positive breakfast review, indicating it was a well-liked menu choice.
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Bacon Brie Cranberry Toastie
Specifically singled out as very good, making it one of the clearer lunch recommendations.
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Scones, Cream, And Jam
Mentioned as a perfectly enjoyable dessert choice, with reviewers saying the dessert round was lovely and delicious.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
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| Tuesday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
About Riverview Kitchen
Riverview Kitchen is a cafe, breakfast restaurant, lunch restaurant, pancake restaurant, coffee shop, tea house, and cake shop in Durham, North Carolina. Reviewers consistently praise the riverside view, the pancakes, and the friendly, quick service. The menu gets strong mentions for full English breakfast, breakfast wraps, quiche, and lunch plates, with many guests noting generous portions and a busy but efficient pace. It also has wheelchair accessible seating, and reviewers mention outdoor seating and dog friendly visits.
Amenities
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Frequently asked
What is Riverview Kitchen known for?
Riverview Kitchen is best known for its river view and pancakes, especially the fluffy stacks with toppings like blueberries, syrup, Nutella, and strawberries. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the full English breakfast and the scenic riverside setting as reasons people return.
What dishes are most recommended at Riverview Kitchen?
The most recommended dishes include the pancakes, the full English breakfast, the special breakfast wrap with bacon, egg, hash brown, avocado, and mature cheese, and the homemade quiche. Reviewers also call out the breakfast toast with poached eggs, avocado, bacon, and goat cheese, plus the brisket sandwich with stuffing and cranberry for lunch.
What is the atmosphere like at Riverview Kitchen?
The vibe is busy, friendly, and scenic, with many reviews describing it as cosy and relaxed because of the riverside setting. It suits brunch dates, solo breakfast stops, and groups catching up over coffee, though several reviewers note it can get loud or fill up quickly at peak times.
Is Riverview Kitchen good value, and what is the price range?
Reviewers describe the prices as about average, with one example of £17 for a burger, chips, and salad and £6 for a bottle of lager. The portions are often described as generous, so the value feels solid for a riverside cafe in Durham rather than especially cheap.
When is the best time to visit Riverview Kitchen?
Go early if you want a window or riverside seat, because reviewers say it fills up fast and can have a small queue around lunch and on bank holiday weekends. Several guests also mention that service stays quick even when it is busy, so an early breakfast or off-peak visit is the easiest way to avoid waiting.
