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Riverside Cafe

151 Main Street, Ellsworth, ME 04605-1903
207-667-7220
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Ranked #5 of 31 restaurants in Ellsworth
4.5 of 5 stars 55 Reviews
Cuisines: American
Good for: Families with children, Local cuisine, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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Good for: Families with children, Local cuisine, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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Indianapolis
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

We loved this cafe. The staff was attentive and friendly, the atmosphere was interesting and homey, it was big enough to handle it's popularity, and the food was awesome! My daughter got the crab melt sandwich with fries, and wow. They were both excellent. I had a simple side of eggs with a cinnamon roll and my husband had the... More

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Ellsworth
Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012
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My husband & I went to the Riverside on May 6, 2012 for brunch. We are morning people on Sundays and were promptly seated. Our waitress was extremely friendly and very efficient. They are in the process of replacing booth seating. The new booths are extremely comfortable and spacious. The Riverside is also a big supporter of local artists, and... More

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Brewer, ME
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

As always great food and service with true homemade food! Always a family favorite and our first stop on the way to Bar Harbor.

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Stockton, New Jersey
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

When in Ellsworth we try to time it so that we make it here for lunch. Not always easy because it gets crowded and they close at 2pm. Waitstaff is always pleasant. We usually get crab cake sandwiches, burgers, quiche or any of the specials. PLEASE leave room for dessert. The deep dish pumpkin pie with the crumbly topping a... More

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chute a blondeau On
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Breakfast is legendary however closed at 2pm during the week. Crowds can be a problem-expect to wait to be seated for lunch.

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Bangor, Maine, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

This is a regular stop for lunch, the clam chowder although still good isn't quite the same as is was years ago. Everything is fresh and great service..don't miss it.

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Ellsworth, Maine
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76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012
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person found this review helpful

Riverside Cafe is local in downtown Ellsworth near the Grand Theatre.There is a parking lot right before the block the cafe is on. You can use the rear restaurant. This cafe is always filled. It is very casual and relaxing atmosphere and great place to meet your friends to have a nice leisurely meal. Prices are very reasonable . There... More

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Boston
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

As a lifelong vegetarian, i was ecstatic to find a restaurant in this little town we were passing through that advertised vegetarian meals and "gourmet tofu." I eagerly ordered tofu scramble. I was sorely disappointed when I received a watery puddle of under cooked (borderline raw) tofu cubes, onions, tomato, and lots and lots of spinach. Unfortunately, this puddle extended... More

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Riverside151, Owner at Riverside Cafe, responded to this review
April 17, 2012

I will post this review right away. We all know to drain this dish well and even though this is the first complaint for the Tofu scram, I will put everyone on notice. In this dish the tofu does start out raw. The seasonings are added to the saute. All the other dishes the Tofu is seasoned with nutritional yeast,... More

Surry, Maine
Top Contributor
65 reviews 65 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2012

Good place for lunch and dinner. They do a good job and food is good.

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rhode island
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

After climbing Cadillac Mt at dawn, and then bugging out of our hotel room in Bar Harbor, during the winter season, we could not find a place that was open for brunch on Mt Desert Island. Ellsworth is along the route back home to the south, and we found this great place for a late breakfast/brunch. They serve breakfast till... More

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