Riva Kitchen & Events
285 MacArthur Ave, Hamilton QLD 4007, Australia
Open nowToday 07:00 – 15:00 · by the venue's published hoursFull hours



A much-loved Hamilton restaurant and events venue — 4.2 stars from 290-plus reviews.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Tuesday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- ThursdayToday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Friday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Saturday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Sunday
- 07:00 – 15:00
Why it's worth checking out
Riva Kitchen & Events is a waterfront restaurant in Northshore Hamilton, Brisbane, positioned alongside the Brisbane River at 285 MacArthur Avenue. Its setting is the main draw: dining and event spaces look across the river, with indoor and outdoor areas designed to make the most of the outlook. The venue is also close to the ferry terminal, with onsite and nearby parking options and access by public transport.
The kitchen focuses on contemporary Australian dining with an all-day menu built around seasonal dishes and locally sourced ingredients. The website presents it as a place for riverside breakfast, brunch, long lunches and event dining, making it suitable for different occasions rather than one particular style of meal. Service is described as friendly, with a welcoming atmosphere across the restaurant and function spaces.
Riva also operates as an events venue, with flexible areas for weddings, corporate functions and private celebrations. Wedding bookings can cover ceremonies and receptions, from intimate occasions to larger gatherings, with tailored packages and event planning support. For businesses, the spaces are promoted for product launches, team events, business lunches, networking and other corporate functions, with catering and event coordination included as part of the offering.
Private and social bookings are suited to birthdays, anniversaries, group celebrations and relaxed gatherings. That combination of river views, adaptable indoor and outdoor spaces and contemporary food makes Riva a practical option for both a meal and a planned occasion. It is particularly relevant for Hamilton locals, groups hosting guests in Brisbane, and anyone looking for a riverfront venue with ferry and public transport access.
Spot Score
The Spot Score is our composite of five signals — two about the venue's standing with visitors and three about how complete and current this listing is. It is not a visitor rating and not a verdict on the food or the experience. The 4.2 from 293 reviews is Google's visitor rating, shown separately and never altered by us.
About the venue · from Google
- ReputationGoogle star rating, smoothed for review count
- 67
- PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
- 75
About this listing · our record
- Information qualityWebsite, menu and structured details on file
- 30
- Category fitHow well it matches its listed category
- 70
- FreshnessHow recently we last checked our sources
- 30
Last checked against sources 18 June 2026.
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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