My husband & I went to the Riverside on May 6, 2012 for brunch. We are morning people on Sundays and were promptly seated. Our waitress was extremely friendly and very efficient. They are in the process of replacing booth seating. The new booths are extremely comfortable and spacious. The Riverside is also a big supporter of local artists, and... More

As always great food and service with true homemade food! Always a family favorite and our first stop on the way to Bar Harbor. More

When in Ellsworth we try to time it so that we make it here for lunch. Not always easy because it gets crowded and they close at 2pm. Waitstaff is always pleasant. We usually get crab cake sandwiches, burgers, quiche or any of the specials. PLEASE leave room for dessert. The deep dish pumpkin pie with the crumbly topping a... More

Breakfast is legendary however closed at 2pm during the week. Crowds can be a problem-expect to wait to be seated for lunch. More

This is a regular stop for lunch, the clam chowder although still good isn't quite the same as is was years ago. Everything is fresh and great service..don't miss it. More

Riverside Cafe is local in downtown Ellsworth near the Grand Theatre.There is a parking lot right before the block the cafe is on. You can use the rear restaurant. This cafe is always filled. It is very casual and relaxing atmosphere and great place to meet your friends to have a nice leisurely meal. Prices are very reasonable . There... More

As a lifelong vegetarian, i was ecstatic to find a restaurant in this little town we were passing through that advertised vegetarian meals and "gourmet tofu." I eagerly ordered tofu scramble. I was sorely disappointed when I received a watery puddle of under cooked (borderline raw) tofu cubes, onions, tomato, and lots and lots of spinach. Unfortunately, this puddle extended... More

Good place for lunch and dinner. They do a good job and food is good. More

After climbing Cadillac Mt at dawn, and then bugging out of our hotel room in Bar Harbor, during the winter season, we could not find a place that was open for brunch on Mt Desert Island. Ellsworth is along the route back home to the south, and we found this great place for a late breakfast/brunch. They serve breakfast till... More