
The Riverbar Steakhouse and Grill
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About The Riverbar Steakhouse and Grill
The Riverbar Steakhouse and Grill sits on Thompsons Lane in Cambridge, a steak house and bar that draws on its position along the river for views of people punting past the windows. Diners order well-done steak and the kitchen serves it on hot plates, with the room itself running close on table spacing, so the team often moves guests to a window table once one comes free. Country music plays in the background, setting the soundtrack for the dining room. Reservations are required, and the riverside setting and grill-focused menu together shape a straightforward, music-anchored steak house experience.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot · Paid street parking · Usually difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityWheelchair: restroom
- DietaryVegetarian options
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Menu & Prices
64 dishes · mains £7–89- Grilled Halloumi£8.50
- Swiss Cheese Burger£18.50
- Baked Macaroni£16.50
- Roasted Bone Marrow£8.80
- Garlic Butter Tiger Prawns£11.50
- Crab Cakes£9.50
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak, river view, tables close together and ketchup requests ignored.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak, river view, tables close together and ketchup requests ignored.
Customer Review Summary
Service, however, is sharply divided. Two diners describe serious problems, including ignored requests for condiments, an order sent back with no apology, and incorrect bills charged for items that never arrived. One of those reviewers also reports a hot plate passed directly to their child. A third diner notes a server whose accent was hard to understand. Several suggest asking for a window table to catch the river view.
Customer Review Summary
Service, however, is sharply divided. Two diners describe serious problems, including ignored requests for condiments, an order sent back with no apology, and incorrect bills charged for items that never arrived. One of those reviewers also reports a hot plate passed directly to their child. A third diner notes a server whose accent was hard to understand. Several suggest asking for a window table to catch the river view.
Featured reviews
- J.M.Evenett
“Great food , nice little spot. Ask for a table by the window for a great view”
- Daren Jay
“We had a lovely meal on 26 August 2026, and were superbly hosted by your staff! Repositioned to the window once the table there became available, the staff were attentive throughout! Definitely threatening to return when we're back in the country!”
- Anita Bushell
“Steak was amazing, had a great view of the river and people punting. Loved the country music in the background. Would definite recommend to others to visit. Thank you for making our wedding anniversary such a great experience.”
- Harvey Garrett
“Bad service - the man's accent was a bit unintelligible. The food was good.”
- We're going on an adventure
“Best steak I've had in ages. We were visiting Cambridge for the day and had booked the restaurant based on it being riverside, and whilst it is - you can't actually see or appreciate that from the restaurant which was a little disappointing however the steak more than made up for it.”
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Vegetarian options
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- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Dining options· 6
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Offerings· 4
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Highlights· 3
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Parking· 2
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 3
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
- Planning· 4
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
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