When you walk in, you take a few steps through a small hallway, then the room opens up! The entire back wall is floor to ceiling windows with views to a lush, well-lit garden. It is one big room, but feels intimate because of the garden. As it was our anniversary, they put a little confetti on our table, such... More

I rarely give 5 stars, but Rivoli exceeded my expectations with every course. We visited last night for a family celebration. The food was uniformly excellent, and the staff friendly and helpful. We had the grilled artichoke appetizer, hanger steak, scallops, and the nectarine crisp. every dish was presented beautifully, and each was totally delicious. We can't wait to go... More

We love going to Rivoli when we visit Berkeley, their menus change every few weeks in keeping with their goal to offer fresh innovative food. This week's roast pork was divine as was their cheese soufflé appetizer. Their wine list is varied and well priced. Make the time to get there...it is worth the ride!

Being coming here for the last 10 years. Menu and quality of food ,service is fantastic. Only negative is that it is small and they pack too many tables.

The food here is fantastic as is the service. The raviolis are delicate pillows, the pastas I've tried have all been terrific, and the salads are fresh and well-composed. The fish is very fresh and seasoned to accentuate its qualities. The desserts are excellent, though a bit expensive. I've only eaten vegetarian food or fish here, so I don't know... More

We arrived early for our reservation. We were informed that our table wasn't ready, and were offered a seat at the bar. Our table was ready within 15 minutes, which was still before our reservation time. The service was excellent, and I was impressed that our plates were removed once we had both finished eating (perhaps I've lived in Belgium... More

Limited appetizers, 3 - 4 interesting choices aside from the usual salads. The menu changes a lot and there's usually one choice of either fish, chicken or beef and several vegetarian choices. I've tried the vegetarian dishes (dragged there the first time by my vegetarian niece) and would have to agree with other reviewers that they fall a little flat.... More

Enjoyed a wonderful meal at Rivoli's while visiting the Bay area. It's located on Solano Avenue on a nice walking street. While the restaurant is small, it has a beautiful dining room that looks onto a glassed-in garden. It's very pleasant. The ever-changing menu offered many delicious appetizers and entrees such as dungeness crab on toast and a white fish... More

Rivoli is a big disappointment for me -- it's so close to achieving perfection (fabulous ambiance that blends indoor comfort with outdoor beauty, excellent service), but I can't get over their lackluster vegetarian options. If you're not a vegetarian, I'm sure that you can overlook this detail (my meat-eater boyfriend thinks the entrees are superb). I will also put out... More