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Riverside Seafood Restaurant
Master Critic Review
Riverside Seafood Restaurant
8.1
Neighborhood Cantonese dining room serving daytime dim sum plus a large banquet-style menu. It’s a dependable choice for classic bites and roomy tables near the Vicente corridor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baked BBQ pork buns, Pan-fried turnip cake, Shrimp & chive dumplings
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 7.7
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 7.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: Full Cantonese menu with a solid daytime dim sum program.
Who should go: Groups craving classics and space
When to visit: Weekdays 11–12 for freshest trays
What to order: Baked char siu bao, lo bak go, shrimp-chive dumplings
Insider tip: Call ahead for larger tables and pre-order roast meats.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking along Vicente and nearby side streets; fills quickly during lunch hours but easier after 2pm.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable; families and locals dine in everyday wear.
Noise level: Lively during peak dim sum hours with rolling carts and chatter; moderate outside rush times.
Weekend wait: 20–30 minutes for larger parties; smaller tables seated faster.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait if you arrive before noon.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes – several tofu, vegetable dumpling, and noodle dishes available.
Vegan options: Limited – about two or three vegetable dim sum items without egg or dairy.
Gluten-free options: Very limited – most dumplings use wheat wrappers, though rice noodle rolls are an option.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for romance but great for casual, conversational meals where shared plates break the ice.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes – walk-ins are the norm, especially for small groups during weekday lunch; weekends benefit from a quick call ahead.
Is it kid-friendly? Very – plenty of space for strollers, high chairs available, and a family crowd most mornings.
Best For
Better for: Large-group dim sum gatherings and traditional Cantonese banquet-style dining with flexible portions.
Skip if: You’re after trendy dim sum or refined teahouse aesthetics; this spot focuses on comfort and familiarity.