Best seafood in the world hands down! Service is always top notch and the food is fantastic. Fresh seafood, got their own boat to catch that seafood as well! Local gem hidden off the tourist path, hope it stays that way, they can stay at Ricks yuppie place , us locals know where it's really at! read more

Outstanding cook on three on our choices- oysters, shrimp, and flounder. Our party of 10 were Quickly seated on a late Thursday afternoon. They assigned 2 waitresses to our table. It was great that our Drinks arrived prior to our water. This is a typical southern local seafood joint that serves quality food! read more

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I hate to even leave a review because I don't want the world to know about this gem, but that would be selfish. I've been back twice in as many days because the food is so good and so reasonably priced. If you want delicious, fresh seafood, this is the place to go! The she crab soup is SO good. read more

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Great food and service. The restaurant has been here forever and there's a reason why. The prices are amazing but the food is better! The ambiance is quaint with a friendly vibe. I'd absolutely go back and definitely recommend! read more

That place must have a very good chef! All four of us loved it. We sat outside on that rainy day but got lucky as it never rained on our fun! The service was also excellent! Can't wait to travel to Swansboro again. read more

Our 1st time here. They were extremely busy but we got lucky because we were just 2 and got set very fast. Our service was good for as busy as the place was our server was polite but very busy. The food arrived fresh and hot. Would definitely go here again read more

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The grilled Mahi was excellent, staff friendly and attentive, nice view of water, feels and looks clean. Our new fav in the Ferry. read more

Riverview Cafe - Seafood, steakhouse - Seafood Near Me - Sneads Ferry, North Carolina

Another delicious lunch at the Riverview Cafe. The staff is super friendly and efficient and the food is excellent. I had the flounder shrimp combination with absolutely delicious fried zucchini and coleslaw. The fish was Super Fresh and lightly breaded and was a very generous portion. The fried zucchini and hush puppies were the best I've had in a really long time. It's a little out of the way but well worth the trip read more

Riverview Cafe - Combination flounder and shrimp plate - Seafood Near Me - Sneads Ferry, North Carolina

We (party of 4) went around 11:15AM. We got sat immediately and it was busy! There was variety of options for food. We got the crab dip and fried pickles to start. The crab dip was okay tasted a bit different than we have had before. The fried pickles were a bit greasy but aren't they everywhere?? We all got lunch special, two sides you can choose, and you get the daily dessert at the end. I got shrimp and flounder combo with potato salad and deviled eggs. All tasted good (ranch tasted so good). My dad got the ham. My brother got the flounder with baked beans and coleslaw. The coleslaw tasted premade but not bad. My mom got peel and eat shrimp. All except one shrimp tasted good! The cake was a marvel cake with frosting at the end. For all of this is was 107.00 fair priced for the huge amount of food we got. It was super clean inside and the service was great. Take a stop in. read more

Riverview Cafe - Peel and eat shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Sneads Ferry, North Carolina

Decent place in Sneads Ferry! Customer service is great but pretty pricey for just a lot of fried food. Wish there were some more fresh options but the view is nice! read more

Small restaurant on the river in Brandenburg. Excellent BLT. Right along the river. Nice park o the river nearby. We'll be backWe'll be back read more

This was our second time dining at this out-of-the-way spot in Sneads ferry. I suppose if you are in Sneads ferry, this is the main option present it to you and from that standpoint one can appreciate the nice reviews. The servers are all very nice and friendly and it's clearly a little spot. They provide a plethora of seafood options and both the fried variety. Our experience has been average to mediocre food whether it be fried or grilled. For the quality, it is, perhaps a bit overpriced. Portions are large. But items like fried flounder or grilled shrimp or Friday. Oysters are in the category, but 'nothing special'. The venue is pretty unique with a spectacular view from some of the tables of the marina and the waterfront. This was our motivation to get in the spot twice. read more

Food and service is always great. Staff is very friendly and always very helpful in deciding what dishes are favorites. Some of the best food and service around. read more

Great local restaurant with consistently good, fresh food every time. We go there often even though we have to drive about an hour. Their hush puppies are wonderful. I love their slaw too. It's not too sweet. If you like pies then this is the place for you! The view is fantastic. I can't think of any seafood restaurant within a hundred miles I like as well. read more

The food was incredible. The best broiled scallops I've ever eaten! The green beans were awesome. Everyone else at the table raved over the hush puppies (I can't eat them). Our server was very attentive. read more

Riverview Cafe - This is only half of the fried shrimp dinner. - Seafood Near Me - Sneads Ferry, North Carolina

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This is a fabulous restaurant and a favorite amount the locals. Reasonably priced food and an extensive menu. I'll be back next year! read more

Great server, mediocre food. Will not go back. Garden peas were from a can. I lt seemed like fried shrimp was frozen like Gortons. Order the daily catch to get fresh seafood. read more

Just wanted to update my review as I gave Riverview another try! They did not disappoint yesterday, the food and service were on point! Our waitress was super friendly and very attentive so we never did without. The hush puppies were as always, delectable fried goodness. I got the deviled crab which is seriously the best in our area. Buttered shrimp was cooked perfectly but could've done with a little more butter and seasoning. The fried shrimp I swiped from my husband was tender and cooked perfectly. Oh and the collards they had on special were mouthwatering and I'd be back any night they are on special!! read more

Riverview Cafe - Hush puppies - Seafood Near Me - Sneads Ferry, North Carolina

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Reading the reviews, you feel as if you'd walk in and have a culinary experience. I don't get it. Server was rude and short with my party of 4. We simply sat down and got attitude. Steamed crabs were dry and overcooked. The steak was 40% fat. Clearly a very bad cut of ribeye or not even ribeye. Ordered medium well. Got it rare. Baked potato and the ranch were great Salmon was overcooked. I am not sure why it has glowing reviews. Was it Long John Silvers bad. No. But was it wait two hours, drive 75 miles to experience good? No It was "meh". read more

One of Sneads Ferry's little treasures is the Riverside Cafe. A great place on the New River for lunch or dinner, we came in from out of town and had to stop in again for dinner. Good fresh seafood with a few steak options, but if you're coming then you're coming for seafood. I had the 2 seafood combo fried and it was great, shrimp and grouper were perfectly cooked and even at 8pm the oil was clean for a well cooked meal. Sides were great as were the hushpuppies. Helped my daughter with a crab leg or two from her meal and she helped me finish off a piece or coconut pie. Have to recommend it all. Service was great, our server stayed on top of it and rocked it out. The restaurant is inviting, has the ability to seat larger groups and parking is openly available. Only complaints would be that it was hard to find the handicap parking, the gravel parking lot was hard to get through on my knee scooter and the ramp to get in was steep for a knee scooter. None of these detract from the great good and service though. A must visit read more

Riverview Cafe - Crab legs - Seafood Near Me - Sneads Ferry, North Carolina

One of the best and oldest restaurant's in the Sneads Ferry area. Never had a bad meal yet and I have been a faithful customer for over 50 years. read more

Best steamed Oysters around !!! We were visiting from North Topsail (about a 15 minute drive). Great food. Great service. Seafood and non seafood dishes. Everything was stellar. read more

Riverview Cafe - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Sneads Ferry, North Carolina

The food is amazing, fresh and beautiful. The service is on point. And the ambience is perfect overlooking the water. There is not a better seafood restaurant anywhere! We are seafood people and have eaten at just about every seafood restaurant around , no other restaurant holds a candle to Riverview!! read more

A must stop when we are at the beach. The service is always great and so is the food. We never leave disappointed.

This is truly a hidden secret in the midst of Home and countryside. We had a wonderful lunch and Linda was an incredible server thank you thank you read more

Never had a bad experience in Riverview restaurant. Staff always on point. Food delicious.

Winter in Sneads Ferry is a great time to support your local business and we are happy to support the Riverview Cafe. I was very surprised with the quality of the food, even the boneless wings were fresh, almost as if they were made in house. Burger and fries were great and my wife enjoyed her salmon, shrimp, green beans and potato's. I wish the burger was priced with LTO' (extra) but that is about the only issue I have. We have been here a few times and I would say the service was on point and very friendly. Simply dining along the water and I would be happy to return. read more

Riverview Cafe - Burger/fries/boneless wings - Seafood Near Me - Sneads Ferry, North Carolina

The gist that I had today was definitely the best one yet. They had more options for healthy eating and I did enjoy the oysters very much. I had the steamer pot of stump sound outages and they were absolutely delicious. Some of the best steamed oysters that I have had in awhile. This is a very casual, southern restaurant. Do not expect anything fancy. The she crab soup had huge prices of crab but wasn't the best. My friend had the crab cakes and for being fired they had a good flavor. This is a place you come to get some good southern seafood cooking. Very laid back, pay at the counter, and seat yourself type of place. It is not cheap for being that tile and they charge a credit card fee. Wonderful view and great oysters!! read more

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Menu selection was good. Food is fresh and served hot to the table. Sits right on the water! Don't forget to save room for pie

Janice is a great server that cares a lot and makes sure everything is right while you're visiting the restaurant. Food was really great and prices are fantastic! Good hush puppies, fried zucchini and shrimp! read more

This is a great restaurant for fresh local seafood. Riverview has an extensive menu, generous portions, and the best hush puppies ever! They can cook your seafood several different ways ( fried, broiled, etc) and always have a selection of different side dishes. Okra, squash casserole, and zucchini are great. For dessert they have a variety of homemade pies. This is always one of our Go-to's when we have out-of-town guests. read more

Used to be where we always went for seafood. But we don't get there as much now. Been going there for 35 years. I guess we miss the home town feel. But you can count on plenty of fried seafood. The atmosphere lends itself to kids too...very Family friendly. read more

Mmm, mmm, good! Busy little spot full of locals. Good water views. Yummy fried seafood and veg. Best hushpuppies ever! Amazing pies. Nice she-crab soup even though you must watch out for little shell shards. Pass on the bitter fried squash...not what I was expecting. Go with the fried okra instead. Not cheap but not crazy. Fresh. Southern. Best in the area! read more

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Amazing food and great service every time! The staff is always friendly and helpful. View is so pretty. One of our family favorites.

The bam bam shrimp was perfect best shrimp I've had in a long while. The fries were basic. Coleslaw was edible was bland. The pies I don't believe would be winning any awards anytime soon, not sure if they were homemade but weren't good. The service was fair she came out and got all of our drink orders , party of 9, my empty glass was only refilled after a person at the table asked for it to be. I sat my glass next to my kids cup to be refilled with hers and she didn't refill mine but my kids she did. The ambiance was great family friendly, the view would have been better but the weather was horrible when we arrived. read more

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The food and service here is amazing. A quaint spot on the river with a nice view. I am a shellfish fanatic and the scallops and soft shell crab rocked but surprisingly the flounder stole the show. If you're a golfer and love to play North Shore Country Club this place is a must after a round. Easy drive from Topsail/Surf City too. read more

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Very friendly, quick service. Casual atmosphere. If want water views, you'll want to sit in the back dining room overlooking the New River. Don't miss the pie! read more

Best fresh seafood on Topsail Island. A locals' favorite, offering a variety of fresh fish and delicious homemade coleslaw. Great service and beautiful views. You will not be disappointed Be sure to get the pie for dessert read more

Excellent food and service at a reasonable price. Party of four and it was so delicious. We went the next day too! Days we were there about 2 PM during the work week and the place was pretty busy ! Oyster cocktail as an appetizer and the lunch menu filled all of us up nicely. Bang Bang Shrimp, Clam Chowder; Fried Shrimp; Fried Zucchini and Okra were some of the items we ate. Everything was delicious. read more

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We've been here before and it was delicious, so we had to come back. OMGeeee, this place is so good and our table view was amazing! The service was excellent...but you're here for the food review! Everything was simply delicious! Starting with the basket of hush puppies that they bring you (free), they're a 10/10! Seriously, they're the best I ever had! I ordered a pick-2 platter and got the broiled flounder and scallops. Both were phenomenal and cut like butter. They were seasoned to perfection and so yummy! As we were stuffed, we ordered a chocolate meringue pie to go (to have with coffee later ). A+ Highly Recommend!! read more