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American restaurant in Bellevue, Iowa
What should I order at Richman's Cafe?
What to order
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French Fries
Recommended alongside the fish sandwiches and French dip; reviewers said the food was fantastic and the fries came out hot and well-prepared.
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Fish Sandwich
Mentioned multiple times as a standout item, with reviewers saying it looked good, was excellent with fries, and was worth recommending.
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Biscuits And Gravy
Praised in several breakfast reviews for being delicious, comforting diner food, and a strong value with coffee.
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Pancakes
Included in a breakfast spread that was described as delicious, showing the café does classic breakfast items well.
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Coconut Cream Pie
Specifically called out as very good, and the pie selection in general was praised as a highlight of the restaurant.
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French Dip
Described as fantastic, made well, and served hot, making it one of the most positively reviewed lunch items.
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The Mess
A reviewer singled out this breakfast dish as especially satisfying, praising the version with extra mushrooms, onions, and sausage gravy.
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Caramel Latte
Called the best the reviewer had ever had, with phenomenal flavor, good size, and served hot.
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Raspberry Pie
Mentioned as a satisfying dessert that left the reviewer happy, adding to the restaurant’s strong pie reputation.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM to 7 PM |
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| Tuesday | 6 AM to 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM to 7 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM to 7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 7 PM |
About Richman's Cafe
Richman's Cafe is an American breakfast and lunch restaurant in Bellevue, Iowa, with dine-in, takeout, and table service. Reviewers consistently praise the small-town diner feel, fast and friendly service, and the river view, especially the Mississippi River setting. The menu gets repeated mentions for pie, breakfast plates like biscuits and gravy and pancakes, and lunch items such as the mushroom Swiss burger, fish sandwich, French dip, and chicken salad sandwich. It is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with prices in the $10 to $20 range and several reviews calling it very reasonable or inexpensive.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Richman's Cafe known for?
Richman's Cafe is known for its small-town diner atmosphere with a river view, especially the Mississippi River view, plus fast service and house pies. Reviewers also repeatedly mention breakfast and lunch staples like biscuits and gravy, fish sandwiches, and the mushroom Swiss burger.
What dishes are most recommended at Richman's Cafe?
The most recommended items in reviews include pie, especially raspberry pie and coconut cream pie, along with biscuits and gravy, the mushroom Swiss burger, fish sandwiches, and the French dip with fries. The chicken salad sandwich also gets a specific shoutout for being very good.
What is the atmosphere like at Richman's Cafe?
The atmosphere is described as a cozy, casual, quiet small-town diner with a homey feel and friendly staff. It seems to suit solo diners, couples, groups, and travelers stopping in for a relaxed meal with a river view.
Is Richman's Cafe good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly call it reasonable, inexpensive, or extremely cheap, and the listed price range is $10 to $20. One review even noted breakfast with biscuits and gravy, coffee, and tax came to under $7, and pie was mentioned as low as $2.50 a slice.
When is the best time to visit Richman's Cafe?
Breakfast and lunch are especially well reviewed, and several comments say the food comes out fast even when busy. If you want the river view and a quieter small-town feel, reviewers also describe it as a good stop for a relaxed meal while passing through Bellevue.
Is parking available at Richman's Cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Richman's Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, Richman's Cafe is good for kids.
