Riva Fish House - Santa Cruz

I decided to return after receiving a response to my last review! Riva's always offers lovely views, but as the afternoon progresses, the tables by the windows become...

You would expect that a restaurant located right on the wharf would serve some decent seafood, but unfortunately, everything was rather disappointing.

We came quite late in the evening but been served really well. We took fish and chips, crab

As local residents, Rivas is one of our top favorites. When crab is in season, we find ourselves at the wharf quite often. We usually split our visits between two spots: one for the bread and outdoor seating, and Rivas for the other dishes for my husband, while I indulge in crab and enjoy the service. Last Friday evening, our server was absolutely delightful and provided excellent service. The sunset that night was simply perfect. I highly recommend Rivas for a date night—it's definitely worth it, even if there’s a wait.

This place is fantastic! I'm here for work, so I decided to sit at the bar. The food is delicious, the view is stunning, and the locals are wonderful. You really need to check this place out!