Riva Bar & Restaurant in Trafford

Fabulous gem of a restaurant in Hale. I’ve eaten here many times (including private events in the lovely cosy function room upstairs) and it never disappoints. Always a great atmosphere and wonderful food. Staff are attentive and very friendly. Will be back again soon!

Really disappointed I’m writing this, given all the great reviews! Riva is a nice place, but the food really disappointing. I’m comparing this to all the places I’ve eaten across manchester, and I’ve eaten out a lot! I’ve eaten here once before and it was nice. I ordered a lamb Sunday roast and the lamb was fatty, wasn’t pink as requested, Yorkshire pudding was overcooked and burnt around the edges. The rest was just ok. Very far from a good Sunday roast. My wife’s tuna Nicoise… tuna came pink although she requested it well done (I know who eats tuna well done?). The tuna was too salty and the broccoli side we ordered was overcooked. Sorry Riva either customers are too easily please or you got to up your game! Otherwise great atmosphere and drinks.

Great experience, excellent staff, especially Rex and Simon (our waitress was great too, just didn't catch her name unfortunately), and, of course, quality food. We visited for an early Sunday lunch during the May bank holiday, 2 excellent fish courses and wine over a leisurely 90 minutes. Perfect.

Riva is the go to restaurant in Hale village, the live music the atmosphere and the food are outstanding.🤩

Absolutely delicious food. Great menu for vegetarians too!

Had a lovely Sunday lunch for my Husband's birthday. Food excellent and gluten free no problem. Very friendly and attentive.

Food was absolutely stunning.We had the Duck confit and Beef Wellington for our mains and we also had the seafood platter for starters. Lucky to dine in quite a few places but this place is a must.

We had my husband's birthday lunch here. Gone for Cecil's lounge. The room is beautiful and the service is excellent! Not to mention food is also fabulous! We will definitely recommend this restaurant to friends and family and would be returning soon.Well done guys!

Food was amazing. Staff were really kind. Sunday Roast was absolutely brilliant. Lovely Succulent chicken, potatoes were crispy, vegetables were soft and full of flavour and gravy was hot and delicious. This restaurant does allow dogs, inside and out, which is great.Please come here as you will have a great time!

This is definitely our Saturday afternoon treat!Amazing food, lovely people and a great atmosphere.