The River Front Cafe

Needles, United States

4.6

Open now

20 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards
Free Wi-Fi

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Telephone:
+1 760-326-5226
Address:
3520 Needles Hwy, Needles, CA, 92363
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Takes Reservations
Yes
Delivery
Yes
Take-out
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Accepts Apple Pay
No
Accepts Bitcoin
No
Good For
Dessert
Parking
Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Good for Kids
Yes
Good for Groups
Yes
Attire
Casual
Ambience
Divey
Noise Level
Average
Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wi-Fi
Free
Has TV
Yes
Dogs Allowed
Yes
Waiter Service
Yes
Caters
No

Today

Today 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Open now
Local time (Needles) 3:23 PM Thursday, June 12, 2025

Business hours

Monday –
Tuesday –
Wednesday –
Thursday 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Friday 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday 11:30 am – 10:00 pm

Description

Specialties

Pizzas, burgers, salads and we have the best bloody Mary on the Colorado river and much more… please like the river front café on Facebook

History

Established in 2011.

The restaurant building been around since the 1950s and it sits’ right on the Colorado river and it’s right off of route 66 in needles California

Meet the Business Owner

Cindy S.

Business Owner

I started working for the old owner as the kitchen manager and with in four months he wanted to close the doors. So I leased the building and bought the alcohol license and opened my own place. Its alot of work but worth it with the view I have all day its almost like paradise everyday I work…

Vicinity

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20 reviews of The River Front Cafe

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Place rating: 5
Coronado, CA
What a diamond in the rough! It’s nothing terribly fancy, but the food was delicious, the server (I think she was the owner?) was INCREDIBLY kind and accommodating, and the AC was SO NICE on a super hot day. We would DEFINITELY come back if we were driving through again.
Place rating: 5
Pine Bluff, AR
The food was good, but the best thing is the incredible staff! The camaraderie between the waitresses and the kitchen staff was evident. The waitresses were so nice that even if the food wasn’t good we would go back because of the staff! Fortunately the food was good as well. We had chicken wings (garlic and teriyaki) fish and chips, shrimp, cheese bread, chicken strips and fries. Standard fare but fried very well. Usually small places over or under fry but this was good.
Place rating: 5
Covina, CA
Came here in a whim and the food was great but the service was even better. The server, Cindy was super friendly! We got a pizza and it was delish!
Place rating: 3
San Leandro, CA
Probably a great place to grab a brew on the river. Great view, nice service. Food not so much.
Place rating: 5
Lake Havasu City, AZ
We come here every time we camp on the river in Needles and that is quite a bit. And just about every time I get the spaghetti, OMG it is the best ever. If you go you have to have the Italian sausage sandwich or the Italian meatball sandwich it’s to die for. The owner and her staff are very friendly and the service is fast. Oh and you couldn’t go anywhere with waterfront dining at these prices they are very reasonable. It I could give it 10 stars I would.
Place rating: 4
Santa Clarita, CA
On the riv, drive up (and dockside delivery, too). We had a BLT and a patty melt, one w/​fries, one w/​onion rings and mozz sticks to start (the food version of one scotch, one bourbon and one beer). All we’re totally good for a quick and convenient lunch. The owner and staff are super cool and the place has an overall laid back and welcoming feel! Beers and booze, and homemade deserts (which we’ll be back for).
Place rating: 5
Santa Maria, CA
What a great find. great servixe. good views. wonderful food and bloody marys. I love it.
Place rating: 3
Mohave Valley, AZ
When we moved to Mohave Valley last year we went to the River front café excellent food, been back a few times food has gone down hill… We decided we will no longer go. Great veiw of river.
Place rating: 5
Highland, CA
The place is advertised. Very good, good ol’ American food. Had the beef dip with cheese, and it ranks right up there with the best ever. Not only can’t you go wrong, I’d say this is a must visit. You’ll get great food and experience some of the culture of the river people!
Place rating: 5
Apex, NC
Excellent food. Excellent view. Exceptional service. We are driving cross country and this was the perfect lunch spot between Joshua Tree and the Grand Canyon for our family of five.
Place rating: 5
Royal Oak, MI
Everything was delicious and the service was fantastic! The wings were to die for. We were too stuffed for dessert but will definitely try it the next time we stop. Yum!
Place rating: 5
Glendora, CA
It’s pretty tough to beat a great burger and a frosty mug of beer while looking at the Colorado River flow by. Nothing fancy here — just good food and a great view.
The Rte 66 burger and onion rings were very good.
Not huge portions, but you won’t leave hungry. Easily the best burger place in Needles!
Place rating: 4
San Francisco, CA
Super friendly staff. We had lunch there in September, but to this day I recall the good service. Food was alright, probably as good as one can expect in the middle of nowhere.
Place rating: 5
Durham, CA
Amazing food! Great service! Great location on the Colorado river. Our party of 9 were all extremely satisfied.
Place rating: 5
Redwood City, CA
We found this place by accident, and were happy that we did. We were lucky to get Loni as our server and she helped us select the fish special and butterflied shrimp, both of which were delicious. And the apple blossom dessert was really good.
This place is right on the river, which we couldn’t really see because it was night, but the food and ambiance were so great, we’ll be back for the view and the food!
Place rating: 5
Needles, CA
Again very impressed. Our group of 22 had a marvelous lunch here, not one complaint about anyone’s food. Absolutely delicious and great customer service!
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
We stopped on our way to Santa Fe for lunch. Perfect pit stop by the river for a burger and a beer. Cindy was lovely and helpful. People kayak by along the Colorado river. Just a perfect cozy restaurant w good food and company.
Place rating: 4
COLUMBIA STA, OH
The place is right on the Colorado River. The views are awesome. The menu is pretty simple. Burgers, sandwiches and pizza. The owner Cindy is around you to help with anything. She will have a good conversation with you, it makes you feel like a regular.
The special on Thursday was fried chicken. It had a super crispy honey batter. Served very hot! The portion was great. I tried a chicken teriyaki sandwich. Chunks of chickie, fried pineapple and onion on a toasted hoodie roll. This is messy, but worth it.
A word of caution, Cindy makes a mean Long Island ice tea! If you a light weight find a designated driver.
Place rating: 3
Clovis, CA
We would give it a 2.5 rating. Food is decent we did not have cocktails and our bill for three was right at $ 40.00. Thought that was a bit pricey for lunch at at a café/​diner type establishment. The service was a 4.0 as our server was very helpful and attentive.
Place rating: 5
Indio, CA
This is such a Wonderful spot! Youust come meet the owner Cyndy. It’s been her place for over 3 years & she is super welcoming & kind. We were driving the back way to Vegas from the Coachella Valley. We always stop in Needles to stretch our legs & usually go the the franchise fast food options located right off the 1 – 40. NEVER EVER again! Thank you Unilocal!You have once again put a smile on my face & a warm sensation in my gut!
Right on the river pass! Great place to stop if you need pets too!