
Riviera Ristorante
4.6 (700)restaurant
This welcoming Whitestone neighborhood spot has served classic Italian fare with warm hospitality for over 50 years.
Description




The menu covers both Northern and Southern Italian classics like pasta, veal, and seafood, with options accommodating various dietary needs. The space is a frequent hub for local catering and birthday parties, which often take over the dining room in multiples. While the clean, quiet room features a full bar, a background soundtrack, and a value-driven lunch special, some diners caution against the wine by the glass. It is the definition of a neighborhood institution—even the current owner started here years ago as a kid working as a busser.
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