River Cafe

415 River St Suite K, Santa Cruz
(831) 420-1280

Recent Reviews

Annie T.

River Cafe is this small glass-walled cafe with lots of outdoor seating. It has cute decorations inside and is centrally located near shops and close to downtown. I went there for coffee and tea with my family after lunch, but we will definitely be back for the momos (dumplings!) because those look FIRE! The service was super friendly and professional too! River Cafe may have to be in my family's restaurant "rotation" because we love dumplings!

Andrea Y.

Wonderful service, very tasty food in a nice area to sit outdoors or inside. The chicken sandwich was made with love and the dumplings were delicious and the sauce was !

Dorothee G.

Yummy tiny spot where the momos and sandwiches are super popular. We had the chicken panini, and it was really yummy The beverages were good too but not as amazing. Staff is super friendly, we recommend!

cristal b.

the people who work here are the sweetest people ever! they offed to wrap my panini to go and told me to sip my matcha so they could add more it it! Food here is amazing and such a great location

Karina M.

My 1st time here I had the chicken momos and an iced matcha 10/10 fresh food the momos had so much flavor by far the best I've had. The sauce they added on the side was amazing.

Sydney M.

A darling gem in the rain, old stomping grounds, a favourite pit stop when rolling through my old hometown, all in one. A complete treasure. Joyful noise, but never too overcrowded.

audrey r

Delicious momos and breakfast burritos. Everything is fresh! Not to mention the friendliest service

Nina Tanti

Just discovered this place under the new ownership when we stopped by Patagonia. The new owners are so nice and the food is delish. We got the chicken dumplings (momos) and lentil soup, both were excellent. Prices are super reasonable. Can’t wait to go back and try everything else on the menu! Love places like this where you’re in and out. Such a great find!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Joseph Liang

Momos are so good!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Momos

Jackson S.

I had the beef noodle soup and oh my gosh, it hit the spot and filled my "soul". I will travel to SC just to come eat here again! Good Food, Good Mood! ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nalini Amore-Broccoli

We love the River Cafe!!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

lovekirtan44

WE LOVE RIVER CAFE!!! THE OWNERS ARE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Steffan Welch

You must try the Momos. Sandwhiches are great, and I want to try the noodles as they look yummy..but the Momos are u pique and worth trying.Vegetarian options: The veggie Momos - just get them!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Momos, Momo Dumplings

Ryan Brewer

Good lentil soup, but it's pureed for some

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Lentil Soup

Maximillian Laumeister

Very cute shop! You can tell that the owner puts a lot of care into preparing the food. I got the chicken momos, which I would definitely get again. They're steamed dumplings served with a tasty, somewhat spicy dipping sauce. The portion size was perfect for me - it doesn't leave you feeling heavy afterwards. Next time I plan to try the "dry noodles".

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Momos, Momo Dumplings

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