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Came up from London and wanted a meal in a restaurant, this was one of the only places open at 18:00, when asked if I could have the seniors meal x2 I was told I’m not a senior but my mother is so I said can I have one at senior price and the other at normal price and was spoken to really rudely and the lady was very dismissive ! And I was asked exactly what I wanted, which I thought I’d just said! 2 x seniors! So just walked out, won’t be going in there again! Their loss not mine!

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Julia Vickers . 2023-11-27

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We have eaten many times at this restaurant at various times of day. Always a delicious meal and the servers are friendly and helpful. Gemma in particular is lovely and a real asset to the team. Give it a go…real value for money.

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silkysue2015 . 2021-11-23

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After a long walk, 10 of us rocked up in the hope that we could get a table last Sunday lunchtime! Luckily, we could and were accommodated very quickly, even though the restaurant was busy. Our waitress Gemma was brilliant - very friendly from the start and great with the children! Nothing was too much trouble. The menu had lots of choice - something for everyone. The carvery was the best I have had in a very long time. Would highly recommend! I just wished we lived closer!

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katiegV9306KO . 2021-11-15

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I went to visit The Boulevard for breakfast with my family on a Saturday morning. As expected it was busy but the staff helped us by finding and cleaning a table.The food came out quickly and was amazing! The breakfast was just delicious, everything cooked perfectly and the black pudding was especially fantastic. It was honestly one of the best breakfasts we have had in a long time.The staff were so kind and helpful when more of our family arrived and they managed to sort them out somewhere to sit nearby to us. Very friendly staff, lovely service and great food. Can't wait to go back!!

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rachelpO5987HE . 2021-11-07

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I am fed up with reading all the negative reviews of The Boulevard (Selsey) - it’s time to redress the balance! My wife and I have been going to The Boulevard for the last 18 months on a regular basis, sometimes 2 or 3 times a week and we have never been dissatisfied with the food or the service. Their menu is fantastic & caters for all tastes, they have a ‘Specials’ board & on Mon-Fri a ‘Seniors Special’ Menu, which we often eat from. They have a Sunday Carvery too, which is excellent and is always popular. The food quality is always good and the portions are very generous (even the Seniors Specials!)Many people have criticised the service here but not us. We have always received excellent service and we would particularly like to mention Suzi, Gemma, Louise, Emily & David and the many others who have given us good service. Yes, the restaurant gets very busy at times (especially during the peak holiday season) but you just have to be a little bit patient and ask & then wait while your table is cleared & cleaned for you. Don’t be put off by any negative reviews you may have read about The Boulevard, it is a great restaurant with great food, great atmosphere & great staff.

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thealavoines . 2021-11-03

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The 4 of us arrived starving after a good walk, knowing that we would soon be welcomed by the great staff, and a huge delicious menu to choose from, I often try to choose something different but I'm always drawn back to the best chicken and ham pie. ( it never fails me).Great atmosphere, with lots of smiles from the staff.We left probably a couple of kilo heavier but oh so worth every mouthful. We have never been disappointed by this lovely diverse restaurant, and always look forward to our visits there.Well done The Boulevard!

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Attiatkinson . 2021-11-03

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Arrived for Sunday lunch i had to spray & clean my own table..after getting the attention from a waitress 10 min later we ordered drinks & food..absolutely shocking service from Jamie 2 weeks in a row..don’t clear tables don’t bring bill or card machine no eye contact or interest in her job whatsoever..after finally asking someone to get our bill I waited another 10 min only to have to go up to till & pay myself..such a shame the food is always really good but the staff are lazy & uninterested I will spend my money elsewhere..this place is definitely gonna lose some regular customers because of the poor service from young staff..I will say the girl with short hair who usually serves us is amazing & seems to be the only one that does any work.

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FrankieHh . 2021-10-31

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Arrived, plenty of dirty tables, lack of attentiveness from staff even though there was plenty of them! No eye contact, asked twice if our table could be cleared and if we could order.I’ve been coming here for over 20 years and to be fair the food is always very good and the proportions are great. Can’t complain about the food.Very disappointed about the service of the young staff, made us feel like an inconvenience. They looked like they just couldn’t be bothered!

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mum33WestSussex . 2021-10-27

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Sadly in my experience, this is becoming fairly typical as hospitality and leisure businesses try to recover from successive lockdowns. Instead of differentiating themselves with the quality of their offering, they seem to pursue the lowest cost strategy, which generally involves hiring individuals who look and behave like they have just left school. Case in point - whilst the sign outside proudly announces that we should ‘sit back and relax as there is table service’, after being allocated a table, we were deliberately ignored by a succession of very young waiting staff, who were much more interested in chatting with each other and doing as little work as possible. There was no evidence of any supervision by more experienced staff, which is pretty extraordinary given that this was a Saturday afternoon. After several fruitless attempts to attract any attention over the course of 15 minutes, we left. It is hard to find much sympathy for hospitality and leisure businesses trying to recover from C-19 when they are effectively turning business away.

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damianjT12TE . 2021-10-09

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Visited late September whilst on Holiday in Selsey, was warmly greeted by Waitress and ordered a drink each whilst we looked at MenuDecided on Hot seafood salad and Jacket potatoMeals were out fairly quickly and were of a really good sizeThe Seafood Salad was bread crumbed Calamari, Prawn and Scampi on a very large salad of mixed leaves, peppers, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Croutons and was really tasty But too much even for me to finish (Can't criticize them on that though), The wife had a decent Jacket potato with cheese and a decent size saladOverall a very good meal and I would say it is about average in price these daysWill definitely return next time we are in Selsey

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Kevin F . 2021-10-05

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We were unaware that they were about to close but the young female member of staff said it wasn't a problem and that we could stay and be served.The food was fresh and hot, and the portions huge !! Worth every penny, we will definitely be back.The staff were very friendly and polite.Thank you and keep up the amazing work

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andreawP4791KA . 2021-09-26

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My family and I had meals at the Boulevard on 3 occasions last week while we were on holiday in the area. The staff are very friendly and efficient, the restaurant is very clean and well laid out. The quality of the food is excellent, portion sizes are great. I highly recommend the Sunday Carvery, great quality meat and vegetables. We have been going to this restaurant/Riviera anytime we have been in Selsey since it opened the 1980s and we have never had a bad meal there ever, we always return.

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88owenm . 2021-09-26

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The portions are very generous,so if you haven't got a big appetite go for a small dish. Our lunches we ordered were nice ,we ordered jacket potatoes and the portions were very generous. It was nice they had plenty of capacity for eating outdoors. We recommend the boulevard.

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r0ughyed . 2021-09-21

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We stopped here for lunch. Ribs were good. I had salad which was far too much , ( i noticed all the plates of food being served were on the large side ) and I left a lot..if I was the norm there then there’s a lot of food waste going on!! worth a stop but just make sure you’re hungry!

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Val V . 2021-09-15

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This is basically a fish and chip restaurant, in my opinion, and if you order that you'll be fine. Other choices, not so good, bland? Not particularly clean either. Staff doing their best, but with a strange cock-sure attitude? It wasn't anything like as pleasant as in Sept. 2020 anyway. It could be the Brexit effect / curse of course, getting used to that.The Seal is a much better bet, 1 min past this plaice.

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robww . 2021-09-07

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We popped in for lunch on saturday & it was lovely. Between 4 of us we had burgers, breakfast, sandwiches and everything was lovely. Really quick service aswell and food was yummm!

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beckiiepas . 2021-08-31

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Visited Boulevard approx 3 times - purely to give it yet another chance. I admit - burgers are good. Not amazing or WOW, but good, decent looking and tasting. Everything else that I personally tried, was a culinary disaster. Halloumi salad had a lot of -not so crispy- and very salty halloumi, clearly fried in old oil. The salad looks as if someone went to the salad bar and literally chucked everything and anything on your plate, with the said halloumi on top. Not what I’d like in my salad! No creativity used whatsoever.Fried calamari etc does not taste like fresh local seafood (we are by the sea, right?). It was most likely prepped from frozen - bought in a ‘cash and carry’. It’s ok, I’ll eat it, but that’s not what I’d want to pay for in a seaside restaurant. Chips were pale and sad (see pics).Disappointed.

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SelseyChicken . 2021-08-30

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Popped in for a late breakfast, excellent value for money, extensive menu, and friendly efficient staff. Plenty of seating and food options, kids menus, GF etc.

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knagle3 . 2021-08-27

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Regular customer here. Refused to be served a takeaway order at 4.30pm . Never happened before! Girl initially said yes sure, other half went to the counter to be told no. Perhaps you should mention your new takeaway times on your website. Very disappointed to say the least! Will eat elsewhere in future.

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bubblesquash . 2021-08-25

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We ate here last night. The food was excellent overall. A very good and tasty lasagne. A mixed grill which was extremely large. The steak on the mixed grill and ribs were particularly good. The chardonnay is excellent. The waitress did forget about our second glass of wine but when she remembered and then brought it too late they gave it to us on the house which was good customer service. We decided to return for lunch today, the staff are very friendly and very accommodating. We had an excellent prawn and smoked salmon salad plus lovely crispy fried prawns. The mint aero waffle was delicious. We also ate here two weeks ago with our children and it was also very good then. That time we had a chicken pie, fish and chips and a sharing platter. All were lovely. The chips here are particularly good. We will return the next time we are in Selsey! Thank you for making our short break most enjoyable.

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KerryAnnEyre . 2021-08-24

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We went on Friday evening to say we were disappointed is an understatement.The Restaurant was dirty napkins all over the floor and food the Desert bar was full of boxes and napkins that the staff continuously walked over the bin by the kitchen area was overflowing. The staff were unhelpful and kept congregating around the bar area which was full to the brim with dirty glasses our waitress kept disappearing and the food was so inferior to it's Sister branch in the Witterings which is excellent 5 star food, service and cleanliness.I ordered the large fish which was the same size as the children's portion @ the Witterings couldn't get the waitresses attention so I left it as it was also cold when she finally came to collect the plates she didn't even ask why it hadn't been touched.We waited 20 minutes to get the desert for th children so we cancelled it asked for the bill to which another waitress replied it's coming no eye contact in a stern manner.It needs staff to be re tr.They need to go to their Sister branch and watch how the staff treat their customers trained and new chef's as out of the 5 meals only 3 were eaten. NEVER AGAIN

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Kim A . 2021-08-24

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Popped into the Boulevard for a quick lunch last week. Service was quick and food was wonderful as always. Staff friendly and efficient. Can’t fault the place.

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F692PEsaraf . 2021-08-23

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Me and my family visited twice whilst at bunn leisure and it was lovely! The burgers, ham egg and chips were great and I had the mixed grill which was huge!!! The chips are like chippy chips! Was delicious the staff are lovely! Then went and had breakfast which again were great portion sizes And great value! Can’t fault it apart from a few flies in the restaurant! Best place to eat in selsey by a mile! Hats off to the owner, staff and chef

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Snaxtons . 2021-08-21

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I didn't have the highest expectations but we had a really fabulous meal here tonight! Every meal we ordered was lovely, particularly the whole crab. The milkshakes and homemade desserts were divine. The lady who served us (Kate?) was some kind of superwoman, covering so many tables at the same time calmly, professionally and in a friendly manner. The range of choice on the menu is brilliant, small touches like sweeties at end of the meal just lovely. And to top it all, absolutely bargain price. You don't book to come here but well worth turning up and trying to get a table.

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SSBrechon . 2021-08-10

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Popped in for breakfast. Great service despite being busy. Good value for money. Nice seating outside. They are happy to adapt food for you. They included swaps e.g beans for mushrooms. Toilets were very clean.

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657gilld . 2021-07-31

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We visited on a Thursday night while staying at Bunn Leisure round the corner. The place had a really nice feel, great atmosphere and buzz. The restaurant was really busy with an efficient bunch of friendly staff quickly turning tables. The food was nice, served quickly, and reasonable value.

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Da778n . 2021-07-30

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Quick service and a great price. Large portions and the foods pretty decent. Does get very busy and parking close by is a bit rubbish. A lot of the waitresses are pretty hot too

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mmulcaster . 2021-07-29

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I hadn't been for a while because of covid, my three favourite dishes were the crab cakes, jacket potato with prawns and the large scampi. The crab cakes are no longer available so had the large scampi it's £14 but well worth it plan to have the jacket next week,it gets busy so worth ringing before trekking to selsey

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kenpW9858MK . 2021-07-18

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After a day in the sun at the Goodwood Festival of speed, I was looking for something to eat at a little after seven. I saw this restaurant, with outside seating which seemed quite popular. I was seated quickly and then I was told that they close at eight! The menu consisted of what I would call "Pub Grub". However there were "Specials" available and I chose the Ribeye Steak. Served with chips, peas, onion rings, pepper sauce, tomatoes and mushrooms, I was more than satisfied. The steak was one of the best that I have been served anywhere! A scoop of vanilla ice-cream with chocolate sauce rounded off a very enjoyable meal.

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derekmcl2015 . 2021-07-12

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only passing so had a couple of snacks, the Nutella waffle was fantastic! the ice cream shake was pretty good though could have been bigger for the price. Does not detract from the experience though.

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mikejtuzz . 2021-07-09

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We visited this place several times during our three week break in Selsey, and sit outside as my wife has a reduced immune system. First couple of visits were great. Management then introduced electronic ordering tablets for service staff. Total chaos ensued. Thereafter our wait after ordering our meals began getting longer and longer. Today we ordered two pensioner steak and chips, really looking forward to it. After 40 minutes and several apologies from apathetic staff we go up and left. Covid safety fluctuates depending on staff member, some are excellent others barely try. Service on veranda ranged from good to terrible.

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Dreamer797291 . 2021-07-08

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Well, they really did redecorate during the lockdown. I don't think it has changed hands but it has changed its name. It still very good in terms of price and quantity There is now a brand new covered outdoor seating area. The day we went for lunch it was very very busy, which is usual. Staff quick and nice. Its not fine dining but somewhere I guess I will be back often.

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adrianhB5053DN . 2021-06-28

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Had breakfast here and thoroughly enjoyed it Staff exceptional very friendly and professional Food was fabulous and prices good The place is nicely decorated and very clean Good choice of menu Can’t fault it at all Would highly reccommend

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nicholacloran . 2021-06-24

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The best bacon sandwich I have had in years, smoked bacon and lots of it as I asked for no fat and no butter, they were happy to do this without any hesitation, chips were lovely.The Lasagna was tasty and not greasy at all. Raspberry and white chocolate roulade with ice cream was lush.Strawberry sundae with white chocolate pieces, strawberry and vanilla ice cream, flake, wafers and sauce was also lovely.The prices are reasonable.The staff are lovely and happy to help with any questions or requests and without any tuts or eye rolling, I would definitely recommend the restaurant if you are ever in Selsey.Hopefully we will be back soon!!!

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Daisymoo2791 . 2021-06-20

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We came down for breakfast while staying at bunn leisure, we always come here to eat as the food is great. You cannot book and is a case of first come first served, we were lucky and got straight in!The breakfasts were amazing and didn't disappoint, great value for money aswell. Looking forward to our next visit in July!

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leannedea . 2021-06-10

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Lovey atmosphere, busy for a Tuesday, great food and lovely service. I have just moved to Selsey and I hope to make many return visits

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RubieLou . 2021-06-03

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Have visited many times over the years when it was the Riviera and found the food to be excellent and the portion sizes very good. Made my first visit last week since the name change and was very disappointed. I had the steak and ale pie which cost £12. Previously the pie would have been a large individual pie with a good size portion of chips but on this occasion it was a small square of pie which was cut from larger pie and some sorry looking chips. It was also very thin compared to the previous deep filled one they used to offer. My partner was also very disappointed with the prawn dish she had feeling that the number of prawns was fewer than previously offered. The menu also seems to have been cut down with not so many dishes available. Still doing their fabulous cakes though. Maybe this was just a one off and because we have previously had many good meals there I would give them another chance and go again.

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Starman1972 . 2021-06-01

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Sadly the food here isnt like it used to be under the original owners. The food tastes very bland/cheap but the prices have shot up. Myself and my wife had 2 different meals but neither were anything special for the price. Thick shakes and service were very good though but think were give it a miss next time as the quality of the food needs to improve for those prices

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Steven008 . 2021-05-31

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Havent been to selsey bill for a while. Last time we visited this restaurant was called Riviera. Cant fault the service or the food will defently will be going back

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Lynnepquinn . 2021-05-24

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Been visiting The Riviera every year never disappointed..Choc Nut sundae to die for !!All meals are lovely good portions.

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jackiel312 . 2021-02-14

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Visited a few times and the food is good. The puddings are huge and we normally have these takeaway at the end as always full up. Service can be a bit slow but it is usually busy.

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headchefpl . 2020-12-28

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We have visited this restaurant many times over the last 30 years whenever we are in the area. My family and I had 2 meals in The Riviera in mid September. They were very Covid ready. The staff were very friendly and attentive, the food was excellent, we had a Sunday roast followed by bread and butter pudding on the 1st visit. On the second visit during the same week, we had a very tasty steak and ale pie. I would highly recommend a visit to the fabulous Riviera Restaurant.

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belfast1954 . 2020-12-03

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We had a lovely lunch last week, everything was lovely. Macoroni cheese with garlic bread, chicken and ham pie with veg, lamb chop and milkshakes! Yummy

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mummaof1 . 2020-11-06

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Clean and good Covid compliance. Good honest tasty food. Waitress was delightful, generally felt like a good atmosphere while extremely busy.

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Di M . 2020-10-15

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We had lasagne, burger (both great) and crab sandwich (not great - stale bread & filling not great). We all enjoyed the copious amount of chips! All slightly over priced I felt.The choice of dessert was enormous. The sundaes were ok.The service was really friendly & efficient. COVID measures aren’t good although I agree with the other reviewer who queried the use of a mask which doesn’t cover the nose. That said I would definitely return - extensive menu, nice atmosphere & comfortable seating.

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curlywurly1969 . 2020-10-08

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This had to be the most uncomfortable meal I have ever had. There are no social distancing rules at all. There are tables right be the door as you walk in. There were a table of 9 people, not 2 feet away who, thought they could get up without a mask to chat to different members of their party. Although they have booths, the people behind you are so close if you both put your heads back you would be touching.A young girl came over when we complained to tell us that the council has given permission to do this.Wow you would have thought that this day and age peoples safety came first not the money it brings in.NEVER again. Small minded is all that comes to mind

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janemP1257US . 2020-10-03

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Cannot fault service cleansiness & good covid protection. Well thought out!! The food is good for children too.

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LeaR480 . 2020-10-03

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Had lovely food and service. The only worry was that all staff were making sure customer are wearing masks, while they've all got there noses not covered in these silly plastic masks... what's the point in wearing them at all?

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taylaj654 . 2020-10-01

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Had temp check on arrival. Staff earring masks. Had Lasagna, chips and peas. Plenty of chips. They serve hot, cold and alcoholic drinks. I had a milkshake. Lots of different puddings available.

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Dirobhodmoore . 2020-09-11

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We were staying in selsey for a short trip we came across the Riviera on our last night , we were not disappointed.Covid measures in place , hand sanitiser and temperature check on arrival, food was excellent my son had ribs my daughter a burger my husband and a burger and myself a falafel salad, portions were huge I couldn’t finish , Staff were happy to Give us takeaway boxes, staff were friendly and excellent value for money would highly recommend especially for young children

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viszla99 . 2020-08-28

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What more need I say. Except perhaps the portions are maybe a bit too big- but so good you have to eat it all.

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susieq120 . 2020-08-24

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Absolutely fantastic! Would highly recommend. Could you open up in Saltdean too please! We ate here twice in a week, kids loved it, adults did too. Chicken burger was beaut, Oreo Sundae was popular..! Thank you

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BellaBrighton . 2020-08-22

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Amazing food , we have been visiting daily while staying in the area , breakfasts are gorgeous, highly recommend

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Cotton_Candy74 . 2020-08-19

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Had a lovely meal, staff were friendly and portions generous. It is hard to find somewhere to eat out when you have children, lots of places don’t allow them in or the menu’s are not suitable. Here there was something for everyone and they took the time to ensure you was happy

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loujacksam . 2020-08-19

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Very tasty Sunday roast with all the trimmings. Really enjoyed the meal, service was excellent. We had breakfast the previous day which was also very good

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Sheila E . 2020-08-18

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We ate here 2 nights on the trot, it was fantastic for all of us. Kids loved their meals, as did mum & dad - really is value for money, spend the time queuing as it’s worth it A*+

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Dreamer276288 . 2020-08-18

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Absolutely love this place! Came here years ago and still the standards are great. We had dinner and breakfast here last week, reasonable prices high quality food and the portions are great. You don’t find many places like this anymore. Really could not fault the place. Service was outstanding considering how busy they were. Can’t wait to return, thank you

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Xjjxx . 2020-08-18

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Popped in for coffee and breakfast No booking required Social distancing well maintained and regular cleaning schedules were obvious Food was ordered and served quickly Good portion sizes and well priced Really recommend this place

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EssexDavidos . 2020-08-17

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We have eaten at this fantastic restaurant three times this week and was extremely impressed each time. The restaurant is taking COVID measures serious and we felt safe as a family eating here. The food was outstanding and with eat out to help out was amazing value. The restaurant is so clean even when full to capacity. We had a few little mistakes with our orders which was understandable given how busy the place was but these were dealt with quickly and professionally. The staff were wonderful and really friendly even when under pressure. We would highly recommend especially the rack of ribs and desserts!!

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laceysdad81 . 2020-08-14

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Lovely place for lunch. Very helpful staff and good sized portions. We had our temperatures taken before entry and had to provide contact details. The social distancing was clear and well respected.

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Drakesy . 2020-08-13

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Lovely efficient staff, great food, good price, excellent quality and huge quantity. Well worth a visit

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betty182 . 2020-08-12

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We have visited 3 times , 2 evening meals and 1 breakfast. Being Covid time, temp taken to start, all procedures followed. We took advantage of government deal. Food plentiful, staff could not have been more helpful or friendlier, although rushed off their feet.

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Roy C . 2020-08-09

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Having almost a routine of visiting this restaurant when we are in the area, we made a point of going on a late afternoon after a day at the beach (our day at the beach is arrive early before the crowds and leave after midday to avoid the crowds and extreme heat)! We had telephoned a couple of days before but no reservations were being taken, just turn up we were told. Fortune smiled on us as we turned up around 4pm and only waited 10 minutes and we got a table. The queue increased 10 fold by the time we finished, and due to social distancing it appeared even longer! There was a limited menu at this time, which was a shame as I was looking forward to having the mixed grill but never mind. The specials board is still present and active but the salad bar was closed, again due to Covid restrictions.We ordered and taking FULL advantage of Eat Out to Help Out, we enjoyed a lovely dinner and somehow it tasted even better at 50% off! The quality and quantity has not changed, superb as ever – my choice of fish and chips (I am on holiday) was superb and very filling, whilst the other half had her ribs, only half a rack mind and still she didn’t finish! The kids had lasagne and burger respectively, along with the naughty chips as well! One TIP I would like to mention, I ordered a side salad which was all good and sundry, however, as the lasagne came with a salad as well as chips, this wasn’t eaten by the not so little one so I had it as well – don’t order a side salad next time!As we were so full, including the children for once, we declined on the marvellous puddings on offer and just requested the bill. Whilst waiting, the children used the toilets and these were spotless as ever. My only gripe would be that the service was quite slow, whether that was due to lack of staff or Covid or both, who knows.

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hseal45 . 2020-08-08

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Beautiful food, nice safe environment (including temperature checks!) will definitely be visiting again!!

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Fraserfamilyuk7777 . 2020-08-01

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Accidentally found this place and so glad we did. VERY covid 19 clean and tidy. Staff were excellent very helpful and efficient.Food was amazing best burger and chips I have had for ages will definitely be going back. I would highly recommend this place give it a go....

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coopjack . 2020-08-01

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Can recommend eating here. We had both breakfast and dinner here (not at the same time I add). The food was well cooked and well presented without fuss or waiting for long. The waiting staff were polite and attentive. Inevitably due to the pandemic we had to have our temperatures taken, but this was done without being intrusive and all the necessary precautions were taken.

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KeithyB1969 . 2020-07-25

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Went here twice over 2 days with family both times had excellent service and food only criticism was no sun shade out the front

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karenwO4602TW . 2020-07-19

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It was a Sunday in Winter so there were not a lot of places around and we just walked in with a party of six. They managed to find us a table straightaway even though it was very busy. Friendly staff and generous portions. Decor is basic but it was just what we needed and good value.

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V7533OBstephenc . 2020-03-09

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Visited here with my parents and my daughter for the sunday carvery dinner. Lots of vegetables and a selection of meat. The roast potatoes were perfectly done. Service was excellent. All the food was cooked just right and very tasty. Good value for money as well. 10/10 for everything- we will be back.

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annie20061 . 2020-03-01

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I love this place fab atmosphere, fab value for money and the best liver and bacon around.We use this place often and have always found the size of meals more than adequate even the kids size meals are massive.We’re always tempted by the waffles with pecans and maple syrup.

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Trustyfox14 . 2020-01-13

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My mate and I visited this restaurant. Mid week evening about 6.30pm ish.It was nice and quiet.Good selection of food on menu.This was my second visit as I enjoyed the first visit, we came back.Love the fresh salad bar to start with and then we both had a burger, mine was the 3 cheese burger and chips.This was very nice, although I couldn't eat all the chips.We will definately be returning

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Chazgirl . 2020-01-12

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Francisco, working at the Riviera is a great professional. He welcomed us with a big hug and a lovely smile. His willingness to serve and quality with which he does it is impeccable. I recommend this restaurant and encourage you to look for his service. Well done!

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efguarnieri . 2019-12-24

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We often get our fish and chips from here. The staff are polite and service has always been good. They do a good ice cream selection that the grandchildren love.

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Beef36 . 2019-11-15

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Stayed in Selsey at the weekend, had a meal Saturday afternoon. Couldn’t fault anything. The staff were very friendly, food was amazing. Liked it so much, we went again Monday for breakfast. Would definitely recommend and will be back next time we are in Selsey.

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jcwlollypop . 2019-11-12

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I love it here.Food is excellent for breakfast dinner or just a drink. Well worth a visit. Very clean staff friendly and helpful some parking at the front a d down the side.

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93karen2312 . 2019-10-27

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Food was undercooked a chinchilla could of cooked better the garlic bread was only cooked on one side onion rings were not cooked the mushroomed were too juicy and weren’t even payed attention to the chips were abused and were not even checked they were squishy and had no flavour The servants tried to make it up to us by taking two drinks of the menus what Saddos if this restaurant was run by dogs it would do better and even get better rating the only things good were the milkshakes

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TTVTOAST . 2019-10-25

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First time to Selsey, The roast was absolutely delicious, can’t fault a thing, would definitely recommend if you are in Selsey. Would definitely return. Staff very pleasant xx

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amanda571 . 2019-10-06

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Wonderful full English breakfast and great outdoor area for the dogs. Great value for money and lovely staff

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SCST19 . 2019-09-26

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I was a tourist on holiday for the first time in Selsey. I got lost. Very very lost. I have MHI. PTSD, and am physically disabled, deaf, and an insulin dependent diabetic. After getting lost an hour beyond expectation, I needed coffee and sugar to regroup. A local directed me to the Riviera cafe; en route I was accosted by a man in a black stab vest and that's another story...but the wonderful Riviera staff gave me coffee, sympathy, support, rescue, respite - and sitting in the sunshine - there is maybe no better coffee or food stop in Sussex. By the way guys, after 2 hours hassle, I got away :-)

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paperclipp . 2019-09-16

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Food wasn’t cooked properly had to send back smelt of ammonia was told the fish was freshly caught that day didn’t smell like it won’t eat there anymore

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Sueleigh64 . 2019-09-11

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Ignorant waitress too busy chatting to her friends than to serve her customers. Average food and overpriced drinks. Not a place I would return to.

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London1882 . 2019-09-07

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Great Carvery Thursday and Sunday get in early always packed. such great food. The family just love spending Sunday having their roasts

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Bruce A . 2019-09-04

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Loverly atmosphere friendly staff good size portions great choice of food visit every year while on holiday will be returning.

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Toni R . 2019-09-03

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Well, the restaurant looks lovely looking through the window & is well furnished good décor & welcoming. We asked what cakes were available & was offered banoffi pie, lemon meringue, roulade to name but a few. These to me are desserts or puddings not cake. Also offered 4 layered chocolate cake & did we want ice cream with it. When it arrived it was hot ! There were no tea spoons with the crockery so had to use a dessert spoon. The pot of tea was only filled 1/4 way up so was extremely strong & stewed. Disappointing & £8.00 wasted.

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861caroline . 2019-08-28

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We travelled down today and, after a bit of faffing about, wound up here, can't recommend enough, fantastic food and large portions.

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filrite . 2019-08-19

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Stopped in here after searching for somewhere to have lunch, glad we did!! Amazing food, generous portions, great friendly service and lovely fresh salad bar included. Would recommend and will be back next time in the area.

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Robert W . 2019-08-17

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We came here last year when we visited Selsey on holiday and it was spot on. I’m glad to say the food this year was equally as good. I had the mixed grill pictured. 2 steaks, chicken breast, bbq ribs, sausage, bacon, egg chips, onion rings, tomato and peas. There were 3 adults in the group and 3 children. Portion sizes are generous. The bill including drinks came to less than £60 so great value for money too considering it consisted of a mixed grill, a mini grill and a steak and cheese burger as well as the kids meals and drinks.

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Realist19974 . 2019-08-06

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great service excellent food! friendly staff very recommended and differently will come back again 😊😊

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mariacJ7482PU . 2019-07-30

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We have just visited this restaurant again as we come to Selsey every year for a family holiday. Riviera is the best restaurant in town and they think of all the little things you need when you have a young family. Little knives and forks and spoons, steps in the bathrooms so they can reach the sink and cups with little lids on. The staff are also very friendly and make the effort to talk to your children like as if they’ve known them forever. Very lovely place and we will be back next year

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noleenp251117 . 2019-07-25

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We both had the steak and mushroom pie. The steak was very tender and the veg was cooked spot on. The food was lovely and hot. Well worth a visit.

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Roy C . 2019-07-19

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Never had a bad meal here reasonably priced served quickly and food is generous portions and of high quality :)

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Steer75 . 2019-07-02

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Restaurant and facilities were clean food was lovely and a wide range of foods available and the staff were friendly and helpful would go back there again

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sharonweekes . 2019-07-01

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Had breakfast here twice never disappointed really good food well breakfast anyway good sized plate attentive staff. will use again.

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Padrons9 . 2019-06-21

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Great surroundings - really nice decor. Friendly staff. No problem catering for my food allergy. Be prepared for the stunning cakes - well they are not cakes - they are mountains of munch! Big portions - great value for the price.

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CECILIA M . 2019-06-16

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Excellent service. Wide choice of food. Generous portions. My only complaint is that we were charged £7.50 for a glass of Wine. I think this is horrendous & very expensive. I live in the South East & havé never been charged this price ever,

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Gill F . 2019-06-15

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If you're hungry this will be the answer. Classic fry-up or some more healthy options with a great array of cakes and waffles. Great coffee.

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David G . 2019-06-10

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Family dinner for four, one of our daughters is Coeliac.

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Glandy . 2019-05-27

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We have visited here several times over the years & on our recent visit to selsey we decided to have lunch here on the first day of our trip .

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Ruffec01 . 2019-05-06

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We visited here on a recent holiday to selsey and whilst the food was good and the staff were helpful, it was a little disappointing my dad and I's food arrived at separate times, especially as they were variations of the same meal. Thankfully his came out really hot so it didnt go cold in the period of time we were waiting for mine which must have been about 5 minutes.

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Georgina W . 2019-05-06

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Love this place , great food , varied menu, fabulous value. Always a great meal at the Rivera .and pudding are out of this world.

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Laurapay . 2019-05-01

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