Riverside Kitchen & Bar

4.7

189 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Great for brunch
Innovative
Neighbourhood gem

At Riverside Kitchen & Bar, we specialize in New American Fusion cuisine, providing a sophisticated casual dining experience that strikes the perfect balance between upscale casual and relaxed comfort.

Our eclectic menu caters to diverse tastes. We take great pride in using only the finest locally sourced ingredients to create a memorable culinary journey for our guests. Our chefs expertly fuse traditional American flavors with contemporary techniques, resulting in a menu that boasts both classic comfort dishes and innovative creations.

We offer a versatile menu that has something for everyone, including fresh salads, artisanal flatbread, and mouthwatering sandwiches, in addition to our elegant entrées. Whether you're joining us for a casual lunch, a celebratory dinner, or a special event, we promise an unforgettable dining experience in a stylish yet relaxed setting at Riverside Kitchen & Bar.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed 16:00–21:00 Thu–Sat 11:00–21:00 Sun 10:00–14:00
Phone number
(910) 623-5003
Website
http://www.riversidekitchenandbar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Luke Kirwan
Catering
Call Us For Options (910)623-5003
Private party facilities
Tuesday TNT Triva n' Tacos!!! 6:30-8:30pm($5 MARGARITAS)Wednesday Wine Down Wednesday & Music Bingo!!! 6:30-8:30pm($6 HOUSE WINES) 1/2 off select wines!!!Friday KARAOKE!!!Saturday LIVE MUSIC!!!

Location
1030 Chair Road, Castle Hayne, NC 28429
Area
Wilmington
Cross Street
Located in River Bluffs Community. Open to the public! Cant wait to see you
Parking details
Public Parking
Public transit
Let the guard at the gate know you are heading to the restaurant. After Hours Use Call Box We will let you in!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

B.Y.O FlatbreadUSD 11.00
All Flatbread Come With Mozzarella Cheese & Choice of Marinara Or Garlic Oil + Your Favorite Toppings @ $.50ea
- Green PepperUSD 0.50
- Red OnionUSD 0.50
- Roasted Red PepperUSD 0.50
- MushroomsUSD 0.50
- TomatoUSD 0.50
- JalapenoUSD 0.50
- SpinachUSD 0.50
- Balsamic GlazeUSD 0.50
- Italian SausageUSD 0.50
- BaconUSD 0.50
- ChickenUSD 0.50
- PepperoniUSD 0.50
- HamUSD 0.50
- Goat CheeseUSD 0.50
- Bleu CheeseUSD 0.50

Tapas

Chicken WingsUSD 14.00
(6) JUMBO Chicken Wings (Kalbi Glazed or Asian Buffalo)
Riverside Crab DipUSD 12.00
Served W/ Toasted Baguette
Soup & SandwichUSD 14.00
Homemade Tomato Bisque & Texas Toast Grilled Cheese...Just Like Grandma's
The Crab CakeUSD 18.00
6 oz House Made Lump Crab Cake & Aioli
Mozzarella SticksUSD 12.00
(6) Crispy Mozzarella Sticks & Marinara
Deviled Eggs (6)USD 10.00
Homemade deviled eggs with chives
Vegetable Spring RollsUSD 11.00
(6) Vegetable Spring Rolls & Sweet Chili Sauce
River RoundsUSD 9.00
(12) Herbs de Provence & Shaved Russet Rounds
Mini Korean Steak TacosUSD 11.00
(6) Mini Oven Baked Korean Steak Tacos
River Hot ShrimpUSD 12.00
(6) Gluten Free Breaded Shrimp / House "Crack-Bang" Sauce

Fresh Grazing

Large House SaladUSD 15.00
Romaine & Iceberg / Tomato / Cucumber / Red Onion / Bacon / Cheese Blend / Choice of Dressing
Large Caesar SaladUSD 15.00
Romaine & Iceberg / Parmesan / Garlic Croutons / Caesar Dressing
River SaladUSD 18.00
Romaine with Pickled Red Onion, Candied Pecans, Hard Boiled Egg, Bacon, Goat Cheese, House Vinaigrette.

Fusion Dishes

Fish TacosUSD 17.00
(2) Blackened Cod Tacos, Pico de Gallo, Lettuce, & Cheese, W/ Special Sauce - Make It Shrimp?
Baked MeatballsUSD 16.00
Hand-Formed Homemade Meatballs, Marinara Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, and Grilled Baguette (make it a sub? YES!)
CubanoUSD 18.00
Traditional Butter Toasted Cuban Bread, House Tangy Mustard, House Pickles, Sliced Black Forest Ham, Slow Braised TriTip, Gruyere Cheese
River ClubUSD 16.00
Lettuce, Tomato, Bacon, Duke's Mayo, Roasted Chicken, Tangy Mustard, on 3 Layered Texas Toast & Fries
Hot Pastrami on RyeUSD 17.00
Sliced Pastrami, Sourkrout, Gruyere Cheese, House French Dressing
Tuna SolukeyUSD 20.00
Thin Sliced Yellow Fin Tuna / Kalbi Glaze / Jasmine Rice / Cucumber
Lasagna BologneseUSD 25.00
Italian Sausage & Ground Beef Bolognese, Homemade Pasta, Ricotta, Bechamel, Mozzarella
Fish n ChipsUSD 21.00
Cod, Fries, Hush Puppies & Chef's Remoulade Sauce

Sides

Sweet Potato OR Regular FriesUSD 7.00
Topped with Chef's Seasoning
Green BeansUSD 4.00
Baked Green Beans & House Seasoning
Side SaladUSD 4.00
Romaine & Iceberg / Cucumber / Red Onion / Cherry Tomato / Choice of Dressing
BreadUSD 3.00
Baked Warm Italian Baguette & Butter
Fruit CupUSD 4.00
Chef's Choice of Mixed Fruit
BiscuitUSD 3.00
Homemade Buttermilk Biscuit

River Kids Menu 12 & Under

Texas Toast Grilled Cheese & FriesUSD 8.00
Kid's Cheese PizzaUSD 8.00
Chicken Tenders & FriesUSD 8.00
Kids Club & FriesUSD 8.00
Lettuce, Tomato, Ham, Texas Toast

What 189 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Riverside Kitchen & Bar offers a welcoming atmosphere with "excellent food and service." Diners rave about the "perfectly cooked filet," "delicious brunch," and "amazing specials." The staff is "friendly and attentive," creating a warm, community feel. Popular dishes include the Mahi sandwich and Cubano. A delightful spot for any occasion!

189 Reviews

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James VIP
Wilmington6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Brunch at Riverside Kitchen and Bar is a regular thing fir us. Always exceeds our expectations .
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Constance VIP
Wilmington8 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My husband and I live in Riverbluffs and enjoy the restaurant. The service was great, and the food was very good. Thank you for providing a nice experience.
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Ted
Wilmington5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasure to dine at Riverside Kitchen and Bar! I had the tomato basil soup with grilled cheese sandwich and my wife had the Cubano. Both were excellent. Our server, Hiedi, was attentive and pleasant. It was music bingo night which is always fun. Try this place, you'll love it. Oh, did I mention it was Wine Down Wednesday, which mean house wines usually $9 were $6. How can you beat that!
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Robin
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very pleasant atmosphere. Enjoyable family time to celebrate a birthday together. Food was delicious. We had a wide variety of selections among us from Belgian waffles to sausage,biscuits and gravy (which my husband raved about) - everything was wonderful. We were one of the first groups to arrive and by the time we were leaving the restaurant was packed! A great indication of what the locals think of the place!
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OpenTable Diner
Wilmington2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always enjoy Riverside and love that we can walk or golf cart over to it. If I’m not very hungry one of their great appetizers and a side salad is perfect. If you get dessert, you can’t miss with “the brownie”……4 of us shared it the other day and it was just enough….it is YUGE, warm, and scrumptious with vanilla ice cream as the perfect topping! ❤️
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Leslie
Baltimore10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, the food & service are wonderful. Luke is an amazing chef & he always makes it fun to go the his restaurant. Brook & Ryan are great too.
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Mauri
Charlotte1 review
1.0
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Not open at the time when we had our reservation. We showed up and were turned away at the gate.
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James VIP
Wilmington6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is Consistently Awesome! Great 5$ Bloody Mary’s! Best made to order Omelettes!!
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Lynn
Charleston1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always enjoy going to my neighborhood restaurant. There were 7 of us and 6 had not been there before. Everyone enjoyed their food and the special Christmas cocktails. Ryan was our server and he did an excellent job.
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Lisa
Charlotte4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went to Riverside Kitchen & Bar to celebrate my birthday. We made reservations on OpenTable and had no issues. We went for brunch and the food was great. My husband and son got the biscuits and gravy. They liked it but it wasn’t their favorite. I got the breakfast burrito and could only eat half. They gave me a free dessert for my birthday and I enjoyed the homemade tiramisu. My husband got the brownie a la mode and my son got the chocolate torte. We may go back just for dessert. The service was great and we can’t wait to go back.
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Riverside Kitchen & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (910) 623-5003.

Riverside Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 189 OpenTable diners.

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1030 Chair Road, Castle Hayne, NC 28429

Additional information

Cross Street
Located in River Bluffs Community. Open to the public! Cant wait to see you
Area
Wilmington
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed 16:00–21:00 Thu–Sat 11:00–21:00 Sun 10:00–14:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Parking
Public transit
Let the guard at the gate know you are heading to the restaurant. After Hours Use Call Box We will let you in!
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Luke Kirwan
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.riversidekitchenandbar.com/
Phone number
(910) 623-5003
Catering
Call Us For Options (910)623-5003
Private party facilities
Tuesday TNT Triva n' Tacos!!! 6:30-8:30pm($5 MARGARITAS)Wednesday Wine Down Wednesday & Music Bingo!!! 6:30-8:30pm($6 HOUSE WINES) 1/2 off select wines!!!Friday KARAOKE!!!Saturday LIVE MUSIC!!!

Riverside Kitchen & Bar

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Build Your Own Flatbread

B.Y.O FlatbreadUSD 11.00

Tapas

Chicken WingsUSD 14.00

Riverside Crab DipUSD 12.00

Soup & SandwichUSD 14.00

The Crab CakeUSD 18.00

Mozzarella SticksUSD 12.00

Deviled Eggs (6)USD 10.00

Vegetable Spring RollsUSD 11.00

River RoundsUSD 9.00

Mini Korean Steak TacosUSD 11.00

River Hot ShrimpUSD 12.00

Fresh Grazing

Large House SaladUSD 15.00

Large Caesar SaladUSD 15.00

River SaladUSD 18.00

Fusion Dishes

Fish TacosUSD 17.00

Baked MeatballsUSD 16.00

CubanoUSD 18.00

River ClubUSD 16.00

Hot Pastrami on RyeUSD 17.00

Tuna SolukeyUSD 20.00

Lasagna BologneseUSD 25.00

Fish n ChipsUSD 21.00

Sides

Sweet Potato OR Regular FriesUSD 7.00

Green BeansUSD 4.00

Side SaladUSD 4.00

BreadUSD 3.00

Fruit CupUSD 4.00

BiscuitUSD 3.00

River Kids Menu 12 & Under

Texas Toast Grilled Cheese & FriesUSD 8.00

Kid's Cheese PizzaUSD 8.00

Chicken Tenders & FriesUSD 8.00

Kids Club & FriesUSD 8.00

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