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During our recent visit, we had the catch of the day, which was exceptionally fresh. The fish was grilled over a wood grill, adding a delightful smoky flavor that enhanced the dish. The service was outstanding, with staff demonstrating an excellent understanding of wine pairings, particularly which wines complemented the fish best. The salad and gnocchi were also noteworthy, both freshly made and highly recommended. The overall experience was so impressive that we dined there twice within three days. Additionally, the restaurant offers a great view of the sea, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. This restaurant is definitely worth a visit for its fresh seafood, excellent service, and scenic view.
Cedi KlinkertCedi Klinkert
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Really disappointed with this restaurant. We firslty checked the menu online and thought it was quite good. However, when we sat at the table we realised the prices were much higher than the ones shown online. For instance, the risotto we ordered was 65kuna online, 140kuna in the menu, more than the double. We ended up ordering mixed carpaccio and cheese for entrees and prawn risotto, and shells -mussels and Venus clams- in white wine sauce for main. The cheese was cut quite badly but was ok, carpaccio was pricey but good enough. However, when they served us the mains, it was only mussels and no Venus clams could be seen. We have seen in previous reviews they usually serve only few of them with the mussels, so we thought they might be at the bottom, but there were none at all. When one of the waiters -who didn't serve us nor before nor after - came and ask how everything was, we asked why there where no clams and literally said "I have no idea" and jiggled. We told him to ask the other waiter that was serving us thorough the night what was going on. 15 minutes after that, he still hadn't come by to our table. My boyfriend had to go himself to ask him, and the waiter went to ask somewhere else - we guess to talk with the manager or kitchen -. When he finally came by, he started making excuses one after the other: first, we said shells and mussels only; then, we had had to say specifically if we wanted mussels or clams; then, shells were not in season, therefore they didn't have it, therefore they put mussels -and decide it was better not to tell us-; and finally, the menu have just changed and now is not mussels AND clams but mussels OR clams. We have seen pictures of people eating the mix both in Google and TripAdvisor so we don't buy these excuses, that kept changing almost instantly. Though the waiter apologised, he first tried to blame us, and we were deliberately ignored from the moment we asked about it to the first waiter. The only compensation we got was a shot of moscatel when we asked for the bill, which was 470 kuna for two entrees and two mains -again, one of them not being exactly what we ordered. We feel scammed by the way we were treated. If we would have been told there were no clams, we probably would have ordered that dish still, but what really annoyed us was the fishiness of their treatment to us when we asked about it. Finally, though the rest of the food was average, the quality/price ratio it's quite bad. We've been in other restaurants in bol either much cheaper or with much higher quality than this - Pizzeria Mavis and Mali Rag, respectively -. Through all our trip around Croatia, this has been the most expensive dinner as well as one of the worst, not only for the treatment, but for the food itself, so please think about going somewhere else instead.
Ana Alcafe (YepYep)Ana Alcafe (YepYep)
40
The place looks nice and is near the sea but the food is truly disgusting. Everything tasted frozen and one of the waiters was extremely rude to foreigners for no reason. The good reviews of this place come from the views and definitely not the food. Avoid, a total tourist trap! Also, look at all the 5 star reviews who haven’t even bothered to write anything and have few or no other reviews, I smell fake reviews. Edit to owner: your comment says it all - you report any negative review as fake. Yes I was there and my hundreds of Google reviews from around the world are real. Suggest you improve your food and service instead of policing Google reviews.
Tyce JTyce J
30
What a lovely evening at Taverna Riva! This restaurant stood out for its cosy atmosphere and beautiful lighting as well as it's majestic Mulberry tree taking centre stage in the restaurant. We enjoyed our starters which was two soups, one was beef soup and the other was fish soup. They were delicious. For our main we had sea bass and colourful burrata. Our waiter Goran was super attentive and very welcoming, making sure we felt comfortable. We had a great time and enjoyed our food and the atmosphere! We will definitely return 😊.
Donata HallDonata Hall
00
Excellent dining experience. Great view over the bay, excellent service including wine recommendation and amazing food. We had the black risotto and octopus salad as starters (do NOT miss out on these, delicious!), the fish of the day (comes with steamed chard and potatoes) and mixed mussels in white wine as mains (also 👌🏼). If there is still some if that blueberry cheesecake for dessert, go for it! Overall not cheap but definitely worth it and a special treat to the end of our holiday. Would definitely come back! 👍🏼😁
Silke SalavatiSilke Salavati
00
One of the few restaurants still open on the island of Bol, located right in front of the marina. Make reservations and enjoy the delicious food, menu offers all kinds of choices but we went for the seafood. Had the shrimp scampi alla busara with tagliatelle pasta and it was amazing. One of the best pasta dishes I have had in my life. The service was on point. Wine, beer, cocktails available. Indoor and outdoor dining available. Clean bathrooms. You must try this place if you are in Bol, it will not disappoint.
ADRIANA PAEZADRIANA PAEZ
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Port Bol
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Ul. Radića Frane 5, 21420, Bol, Croatia
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+385 21 635 236
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tavernariva-bol.com
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attractions: Port Bol, Dominican monastery, Stina Winery, Kotlina beach, aROMA Gelato Experience, restaurants: Pizzeria Topolino, Pumparela Restaurant, Ribarska Kućica, Ranc Restaurant, Argento, BioMania Bistro Bol, Loggia 1884, Pizzeria Navis, Boket78, Restaurant Jadranka

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