Cafe By The River is a delightful gem nestled in Read, Burnley, offering a charming dining experience alongside tranquil river views. Customers rave about the high-quality food and excellent service. Duncan Thompson remarks on the “very nice food” and service, while Erica Renzi highlights the cafe’s peaceful outdoor setting, calling it a “lovely place to visit.”
One of the standout features is the varied menu, complemented by daily specials that cater to diverse tastes. Siobhan Lewis expresses her love for the cafe, stating it’s perfect for anything from a quick coffee to a full meal. The freshness and quality of the dishes shine through in every bite. However, Louis Eastwood humorously suggests that larger tea pots would enhance the experience.
Ashley McDonough shares that both visits were lovely, praising the quick and friendly service. While parking can be a bit tricky and the entrance may seem confusing, the hidden treasure that awaits at the back of the garden centre is worth the journey. The inviting atmosphere, alongside delightful dining options and accommodating staff (including treats for furry friends), truly makes Cafe By The River a must-visit. A perfect location for catching up with friends or enjoying a serene meal by the water!
Amenities and More
Service options
Outdoor seating
On-site services
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Wine
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
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Reviews For Cafe By The River
Duncan Thompson
Jun 21,2025
Very nice food and very nice service
Erica Renzi
Jun 19,2025
It is a lovely place to visit, great food and coffe, nice place outdoor near the river, very quiet and beautiful. The food and coffee was amazing.
Louis Eastwood
Jun 3,2025
I love this place, the food is amazing. And it’s in a really nice spot. My only criticism PLEASE GET BIGGER TEA POTS. For something that’s so cheap to offer to customers it feels like they’re being stingy with the tea!
Siobhan Lewis
May 26,2025
Love this gem of a place . Doesn't matter if you are going for a quick tea/coffee, light bite or a meal - with excellent service & the nicest staff ever, & where the food is always fabulous, fresh & utterly delicious this is the place to go. Sitting by the river is so calming & adds to the delightful ambience when visiting . As does a wander round the garden shop where there are always new & things waiting to tempt visitors with some real bargains too. The cafe isn't the cheapest place to go but it is very competitively priced & everything I have ever eaten / drunk there has been fresh & top quality & yet again I feel I should mention the excellent staff & service here since they really do make all the difference. Hats off to them all This really is my favourite place to catch up with friends & family - especially when they even cater for fur babies too - my daughter's dog Stellar loves the doggy ice-cream .
Ashley McDonough
May 10,2025
Have been here twice now and so lovely both times. Lovely views of the river, varied menu, good choice of daily specials. Quick and friendly service. Highly recommended - note, parking is tight and it’s a bit confusing finding the way in (doesn’t look like you’re in the right place) but you are. Drive in, enter through garden centre and follow round to the shop and cafe is tucked away quietly at the back.
Charlotte Taylor
May 1,2025
Wow what a setting, so peaceful by the river Ribble. Watching the ducks fly up and down while sipping the smoothest cappuccino. I was served very quickly and order eggs Benedict. I can quite honestly say it is the best tastiest eggs Benedict I have ever had. Thank you for not constantly bothering your customers asking if everything is ok. It was a confidently wonderful experience from start to finish and the woodsmoke smell from the log burner just topped it off. Amazing. See you again soon.
Isabel Martins Pelicio
Apr 16,2025
We went in for brunch as it was recomended by friends, lovely place hidden at the garden center, food is delicious and good size, fast serving, staff was 5 stars, friendly, attentive without intruding, only thing negative was, there was a family group there making too much noise which killed the lovely atmosphere the place has. Cosy fireplace and all in the room. The balcony has extra tables and a lovely view to the river where you can enjoy the sound of water passing on the rocks, really relaxing.
Serena Smith
Apr 2,2025
We love coming to Cafe by the River, great homecooked food, fab table service, delicious cakes too. Always has customers, says it all really about how good it is.
Reviews For Cafe By The River