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The River Café

“Iconic, timeless Italian Thameside veteran.” - AA Inspector

LOCATION

LONDON W6, LONDON POSTAL DISTRICTS

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Since opening on the bank of the Thames in 1987 little seems to have changed, with the timeless appeal of the River Café cementing its pedigree as one of London’s most enduring and beloved veterans. The long, bustling, glass-sided room comes with an open kitchen and wood-fired oven dominating its light, retro-stylish space, while a trump-card terrace adds an enchanting Mediterranean vibe. Unfussy, authentic seasonal Italian cooking, hewn from impeccable ingredients in the simplicity, precision, flavour genre is the unmistakable style. Witness chargrilled wild sea bass fillet served with salsa verde and zucchini and Tuscan potato ‘al forno’, while to finish, perhaps their famous chocolate nemesis. Corking Italian wines and relaxed, friendly service likewise hit the spot.

Awards, accolades & Welcome Schemes

3 Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence

Facilities – at a glance

Children welcome

Credit cards accepted

Private dining

Service charge

Wheelchair access

The River Café

Thames Wharf Studios, Rainville Road, LONDON, W6 9HA

Phone: 020 7386 4200

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Features

Facilities

Seats: 120
Private dining available
On-site parking available

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Steps for wheelchair: 1
Accessible toilets
Assist dogs welcome

Opening times

Closed: 24 December to 1 January

Food and Drink

Wines over £30: 230
Wines by the glass: 14
Cuisine style: Italian

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