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In Riva, Philadelphia, PA

In Riva

4.6
4.6
2053 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
4116 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19129

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 58 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
In Riva is the first venture by Philadelphia-born chef Arthur Cavaliere who has combined the similarities of his two favorite cities—Naples and Philadelphia—to deliver an unparalleled culinary experience. Sticking with the Italian translation of its name, In Riva is located "along the banks" of the Schuylkill River in East Falls.

In Riva is a Southern Italian inspired restaurant with urban flair, specializing in Napoletana style pizza, house-made pasta and contemporary antipasti. In Riva also offers an eclectic array of new and old world wines, Italian craft beers and racy specialty cocktails.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizza Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Arthur Cavaliere
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    East Falls
  • Cross street
    N Ferry Rd.
  • Parking details
    There is a small private lot in front of the restaurant, as well as a large self-pay city lot just across North Ferry Road. Street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    K 61 R-6 Regional Rail
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,053 people are saying

In Riva reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Philadelphia

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Philadelphia

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
In Riva offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food bursting with flavor" and "exceptional service." The cozy atmosphere is perfect for enjoying their creative menu, including standout pizzas and salads. Regular visitors praise the "great neighborhood place" for its quality and welcoming vibe, making it a favorite local spot.

2,053 Reviews
  1. Katie

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food bursting with flavor, everything was amazing!

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  2. Lauren

    Tucson1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner. The food was delicious; prepared and presented perfectly.

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  3. Kate

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were happy to be back at In Riva! The food was great. We enjoyed ourselves immensely!

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  4. Sheila VIP

    Philadelphia21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food was delicious. Our party of six ordered several items to share, including two pizzas, and we enjoyed everything while dining on the outside patio. We spent $200 on lunch with no cocktails or desserts, which is good per person, but the portions were a bit underwhelming for the price. Overall I would recommend In Riva for the outstanding service, quality/variety of the food, and nice atmosphere.

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  5. Merle VIP

    Philadelphia14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Exceptional food and exceptional service, definitely will become one of our go to spots

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  6. Sugary VIP

    Philadelphia36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great lunch at In Riva. The waiter was so attentive. The  hostess was great and greeted me so nicely when I arrived.  The food was delicious.

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  7. AnaW

    Philadelphia7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was very good and the food was amazing! There were 4 of us, 2 kids under 10, there were no leftovers! Everyone enjoyed their meals.

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  8. Michael

    Philadelphia21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    In Riva is our favorite place when visiting the East Falls area. It is always great. The atmosphere is exactly what we would expect for a local city eatery. Food is terrific and the price is reasonable. Will get back there soon.

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  9. Adam

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shaun and his speakeasy is the BEST! Make sure to check it out weekend evenings!

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  10. Katie

    Philadelphia26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered a salad to split, pasta, and a pizza. It was the perfect amount for 2 people to share. The food was flavorful and cooked to perfection.

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FAQs

In Riva offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 438-4848.

In Riva is rated 4.6 stars by 2053 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 58 times today
Google Map for In Riva

4116 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19129

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    N Ferry Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    East Falls
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizza Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a small private lot in front of the restaurant, as well as a large self-pay city lot just across North Ferry Road. Street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    K 61 R-6 Regional Rail
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Arthur Cavaliere
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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