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Café Rivva
Categories: Food Juice Bars & Smoothies Restaurants Sandwiches Juice Bars & Smoothies, Sandwiches [Edit]
11677 San Vicente BlvdSte 300
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Neighborhood: Brentwood
(310) 826-6866
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm
Sat 9 am - 5 pm
Sun 10 am - 3 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street, Validated
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- No
- Price Range:
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$$
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Lunch
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Ambience:
- Trendy, Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
39 reviews for Café Rivva
Review Highlights
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"You have organic frozen yogurt, you say." In 3 reviews -
"...had the juice of coconut water, apple, cucumber lime & mint..." In 3 reviews -
"Their almond milk is even home made with sprouted raw..." In 3 reviews
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39 reviews in English
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Review from Logan A.
Los Angeles, CA
Great smoothies and juices, as well as food options that can accomodate for any eating approach. Really love the organic/fresh/local approach and the accomodative service/menu flexibility! Great spot, will be a regular to be sure.
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Review from Jackie E.
Santa Monica, CA
i can't speak to much about café rivva except the atmosphere and the smoothie i purchased. i went to the café after searching for a good smoothie place on the westside. i found a deal on yelp - $10 for a purchase worth $20 at the cafe - which is primarily what caught my attention.
i ordered two kale smoothies with a whey protein boost (per the staff's recommendation) for my friend and myself, which got us to just about $20. our drinks were great, but i think i would have passed on the cafe if it weren't for the coupon. the smoothies are fairly expensive, but i guess that's what you pay for organic, vegetarian, vegan, raw, so on and so forth (especially in Brentwood). -
Review from Justin L.
Café Rivva offers would-be lunchers and munchers a healthy and pleasant option in Brentwood. The luminous near-neon green-and-white color scheme evokes either a cheap froyo knock-off or a shopping mall cosmetics reseller, but I gather it's supposed to generate modern spa vibes. Oh well. It sure was tranquil since we were the only patrons present at peak lunch hours.
All the sandwiches, "burgers" and toasties were served with the same whole wheat sliced bread. I realize that bread in such a place is probably about as sinful as corn-fed beef, but you may as well serve up a variety of sins if you're heading down that road already. While the VEGGIE BURGER was super tasty, it just didn't look or feel like a burger when it was pressed and sandwiched between slices of toast. Why not a healthy ciabatta roll? Perhaps a little more vertical padding with alfalfa or broccoli sprouts? As for the SUMMER SALAD, which had some quinoa in addition to the usual mixed greens, it was tasty, too, although I suspect most of that taste came from the agave sweetener.
I recall several choices on the menu not being available for some reason. What we did manage to order was good and surprisingly filling. I would like to try their juices at some point, but the froyo did not sound tempting whatsoever. -
Review from Mary L.
Ann Arbor Charter Township, MI
I came here for a juice & was pleased with the kind service & very tasty green Natures Life Force. It was so tasty I was tempted to get a second one!
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Review from winnie r.
Brentwood, CA
The best smoothies anywhere! All of the fruit is so fresh and delicious. Cafe Rivva is my go-to place after a good work out . I never thought I would like a Kale smoothie (something about a green drink). Once I tried it, there was no going back. It was great!
Fair to say that I am a regular. Sweet, helpful customer service is another big plus. -
Review from Amanda L.
I've had two really good vegetarian sandwiches here with very nice side salads. So nice and fresh and healthy. They have a nice little outdoor area that is lovely on a warm day. A very nice selection of smoothies. My bf had the frozen yogurt and said it was good, though I didnt' try it myself. I'd like to check out their menu a little more. They are up on the top floor, so they're a little hard to spot, I hope that people make the effort to get up there. Great vegetarian/vegan options.
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Review from LA E.
West Hollywood, CA
I can't say enough good about the raw cacao smoothie. This thing was divine. Rivva makes its own almond milk--no junk in it, unlike the boxed kind!--and adds coconut water, flaxseed oil, banana and more...for a transcendent experience. To those who are comparing the size of the drinks to Jamba Juice's, ask to see a list of ingredients next time you're at Jamba Juice. This is like comparing a meal from a gourmet restaurant to a Lean Cuisine dinner. Of course Jamba is cheaper: the ingredients are processed, pre-packaged junk. Rivva's cacao smoothie left me feeling full of energy, and it tasted decadent. $6 for a drink that tastes that good and makes me feel that great is most definitely worth it.
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Review from Lisa T.
This ain't yo mama's Jamba Juice, son!
This little cafe is nothing but organic vegetarian, vegan, raw goodness. No refined sugar, GMOs, MSG, etc. It is clean and bright and everything a wholesome cafe should be, with minimal hippie vibe. It's more like a slightly expanded Pinkberry than your typical raw foodist/vegan hangout. They often have samples, so don't be shy to ask for one if you're unsure about a certain smoothie, etc. If you are in a hurry, you can get "curbside pickup" where they will run your order down to you. Just call in advance!
I go here mostly for the smoothies because I never seem to arrive during lunch hours of 11am to 4pm when they make sandwiches, wraps, salads, etc. All but one smoothie is dairy free, although they do use nut butters so if you're allergic to nuts beware. I'm a fan of the Kale smoothie (Kale, Banana, Almond Butter, Flaxseed, Agave), Superfood smoothie (Blueberry, Strawberry, Raspberry, Banana, Goji, Tocos, Spirulina, Almond Milk, Agave), and for the faint of heart they offer a very juicy California Sunset smoothie (Pineapple, Mango, Banana, Coconut Water, Goji Berries).
The organic "toasties" look especially yummy -- grilled sourdough or honey wheat panini with veggie/vegan accoutrements and even a gluten free option.
Got some sweet teeth? They offer Uncle Eddie's Vegan cookies (oatmeal chocolate chip is the bomb!), vegan cakes in lemon poppy seed, orange, chocolate, and vanilla wafer sandwich, the only ORGANIC frozen yogurt in Brentwood and a range of dairy free gelato that can be dressed up with toppings that contain no gelatin (safe for veggies and vegans).
My friends have tried the chocolate frozen yogurt (vegan) and enjoyed it immensely. The gelato looks good and comes in a variety of flavors.
Situated on the third floor of the Brentwood Gardens shopping center, the location is really not a big deal, especially since being top floor means you get some nice sunshine, breezes, and a semi-private patio area. Good place to meet for a date, a casual meeting with friends, or bring the kids for a guilt-free ice cream.
Parking is easy with underground valet for $1/hr. Ask Rivva for validation before you leave! Just make sure you park underneath the BRENTWOOD GARDENS complex; not the Cheesecake Factory parking deck.Listed in: Healthy Treats and Eats
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Review from Rebecca T.
Marina del Rey, CA
Expensive smoothies ($6 for a small) and $3.75 for a cup of drip coffee, but the space is sunny, clean, and organic. The best part, though, is I can't stop jamming to all the sweet 80s tunes they're playing while I work. Madonna, Michael Jackson, a little Bangles and Tears for Fears? What more could you want?!
Oh, also free WiFi. -
Review from Ariane R.
West Hollywood, CA
You have organic frozen yogurt, you say?
Awesome, I say!
You have... *one* flavor of organic frozen yogurt today? And the rest are soy?
Not awesome, I say.
It's cookies-and-cream flavored, and the best thing you can describe about it is that, "it's really sweet?"
Again, not awesome, I say.
It's $5 for a kids size cup, you say?
Are you on crack, or am I, if I'm gonna pay it?
Well, I'm hungry anyway. You have cafe food, right?
You do, you say. Until 4 pm.
Not awesome, I say. You're still open, and I'd like dinner.
You don't have a single sandwich without soy,
like a junk food vegan's wet dream...
But they all have dairy-cheese?
You are confused, I say,
And your frozen yogurt tasted poopy.Listed in: I said, "No, no, no." I won't…
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Review from Tara B.
Los Angeles, CA
I love this place. If you know anything about the best products, this is the place to enjoy them. It's not the cheap ingredients you'll find at most smoothy places, these are quality--organic and top of the line. Whether you choose a fresh juice, a smoothy, some organic coffee, organic yogurt, or their featured salad or sandwich of the day, you are sure to enjoy. It is definitely worth the trip to the 3rd floor. The space is really cool too, you will want to spend a little time just enjoying the music and the vibe. There is a piece of paradise in this Brentwood Gardens rooftop eatery.
Speaking of paradise and a great vibration, the name Cafe Rivva refers to The River of Life. According to the owner (and I have to agree), the more you incorporate organic foods into your life, the more your body just naturally flows like the river. GO WITH THE FLOW. The prices may be a bit higher than you are accustomed to paying, but YOU ARE WORTH IT!!!
My favorite smoothy is the Superfood Smoothy and my favorite juice is Find Your Flow--a great tasting Detox juice with Cucumber, Celery, Apple, Coconut Water, Lime, Mint. I just wish we could all find our flow more often!!! -
Review from Julia K.
Oh Cafe Rivva, you have so much going for you - don't poop out! BE ALL THAT YOU CAN BE!!!
- 1 Star - Not very convenient to grab n go. You gotta park - and folks that ain't easy in Brentwood. So you park in the deep underground and elevator to the top floor then walk all the way to the far front - south side. PITA as my grannie used to say
+ 1 Star - Nice outside seating area. If the weather is friendly, that is.
- 1 Star - Meh inside seating. Keep it wiped down you guys! Oh, and maybe some flowers on the tables? Something to make it a little more freshened up.
+ 1 Star - Tasty. I really enjoyed my blendy-smoothie thing (I forget what it was but it was yum) and the eggless tofu egg salad.
+ 1 Star - Organic. Always good to organic.
- 1 Star - Tummy ache. I got one that afternoon. A big strong one. So maybe I am made for less healthy goods.
I definitely would come here again, and nosh down on al the tasty nomnoms. -
Review from V L.
Los Angeles, CA
I am addicted to the Nature's Life juice and Post-Yoga smoothie. I've tried Pressed Juicery which is great but Rivva is closer to me,slightly less expensive and yummier which is saying a lot when talking about cleansing juices (Apple, Celery, Kale, Spinach, Parsley, Mint - I swear it is delicious).
It is a little more expensive than Jamba Juice but there is no chalky after taste and the ingredients are all organic and fresh, plus they have vegetarian and vegan frozen yogurt, smoothie options and salads.
Aside from the tasty juices and smoothies the froyo is good (if you like sweet and tart) and soups are also really good (tried the tomato & basil and the lentil). I will update once I have tired the salads and sandwiches.
FYI: They validate for parking. -
Review from Dawn B.
Long Beach, CA
This is the best juice bar I have ever experienced!! I live in Long Beach but was in the area for a facial and noticed the Rivva sign. Natures Life Force is beyond!!! From that point on everytime I was in the area I had to stop and get a dose of healthy....I encourage Rivva to open a spot in Long Beach near the beach. You're my favorite new spot!!
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Review from Josh S.
Brentwood, CA
Rivva's smoothies are healthy as all get-out and tastier than you'd expect for something that looks like it came from a swamp.
But I don't care if they're investing in almond butter and fresh spinach and goji berries and all that: for SIX dollars for 12 measly ounces I expect something more substantial than what they serve. What I had today was more juice than smoothie. It was watery and nowhere near the heft of, say, a Jamba Juice (which is twice the size at 2/3 the price).
I like the place and the product, but they have to step it up. At least throw me another couple of pieces of spinach. -
Review from Eva H.
Perched up on the 3rd floor of the Brentwood Village Plaza- this bright open cafe just screams "Slightly overpriced organic health consciousness"!! I loved the decor of this place- you can almost just FEEL healthier being in the pure white and fresh green decor- they have a nice patio outside to soak in the sun (in true LA style).
They serve mainly three things- all organic, vegetarian or vegan: froyo, salad, and smoothies.
I decided to come here for a healthy lunch- after looking at menu for a long time and asking for recs - I finally decided on the Lemon Cous Cous.
The portions look pretty small, but the lemon cous cous did not disappoint. The pearls of cous cous were cooked perfectly, mixed in with crispy celery, pieces of pistachios for a nutty crunch, colorful bell peppers and a thick creamy dressing. Can't believe it's all vegan!! I was worried that it wouldn't fill me up, but the dressing actually made it very heavy. I went home to add some spinach to it....YUM!!! Very very satisfying and healthy meal.
The irish guy who worked their was really nice. They've only been open for 5 weeks and they are trying to get the word out. He also offered some fro yo for me to try.
I have a feeling I'll be back very soon!Listed in: Study Havens, Bumming in Brentwood
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Review from Yi Z.
I was going to give this place 2 stars for decor and effort but one of the things that bugs me most is dishonest business practice. It doesn't take a genius to know that at least 3 out of the 4 five-star reviews already posted on this business are fake.
Let me tell you my experience with Cafe Rivva. I was walking down San Vicente with a bunch of girls when a lady handing out coupons approached us and told us about this place. I love good deals so I wasn't going to pass up a chance to get 2-for-1 froyo. We fell for the trick and went to Cafe Rivva.
Once we arrived, we were greeted by 2 incompetent employees. Although they claimed they had 4 flavors of froyo, only 2 were working. Neither were good but since we were already there, we settled on the berry one (it was strawberry or raspberry or blueberry). The incompetent male employee then attempted to prepare 2 portions of this not-so-great froyo. The 2 cups were the same size but he put 50% more froyo in one of the cups. I made a comment about that and he then reluctantly put more in the other cup. But he overfilled it so now the second cup had 25% more than the first. Presentation-wise, these were some ugly swirls of froyo.
The worst part is that when it came time to pay, 2 small froyos cost $5 with the coupon (with no toppings because that would've cost an arm and a leg). Excuse me? I could've gotten better-tasting froyo at Yogurtland across the street and I could've put on toppings. I would've enjoyed it more and it would've cost the same amount of money. I only ate half of my portion before I had to toss it. It was terrible.
I know they say Never Say Never but I'm going to in this case. I will NEVER go to this place again. -
Review from Tom A.
Los Angeles, CA
So glad this replaced the frozen yogurt place. Brentwood's finally getting some better restaurants. Nice little area to sit outside on the top deck and good food. I tried the Veggie Burger and salad. Was not disappointed!
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Review from Brian G.
North Hollywood, CA
I had the juice of coconut water, apple, cucumber lime & mint etc. and it was spot-on PERFECT, just fantasitic. So clean, refreshing & delicious. Can't wait to try more things there.
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Review from Dessert D.
Los Angeles, CA
I LOVE this place! The veggie burger was actually my favorite Burger of all time and the agave sweetened, vegan "ice-cream" was Incredible. And no, I'm not even a vegetarian! I really wish they had a location closer to my home in WeHo... guess I have to find more excuses to go the west side now~
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Review from A S.
Los Angeles, CA
They have the best frozen yogurt I've had. Everything is organic and delicious.
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Review from U M.
Boston, MA
This is an awesome place. The owner is extremely attentive to my needs and dietary restrictions. On top of that, the food is delicious and made with lots of care and love!!
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Review from Corrie C.
Laguna Beach, CA
I love the smoothies and juices here, and I am super picky. The owner has seemed to find the perfect balance in every drink, and I leave there feeling superb, and light. The produce he uses is organic, and everything feels very clean. I have been going in every morning and purchasing 2 green juices and 1 cacao smoothie, and I drink them over the next several hours. I feel absolutely great. And, it's got a great deck on the 3rd floor, you can sit in the soon on the deck, and eat the delightful lunches or drink your juices. Go! And try his juice cleanses also! I am going to do that next.
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Review from James C.
Los Angeles, CA
This place is terrific. The observation that it's not the cheap are correct, but it's not like it's super-fancy: for $10 you can get a solid lunch.
The thing that stands out is just that the food is tastier than at other local quick food options. Chipotle is fine and you can always run into whole foods and Cactus Tree has a nice room, but I always come to Rivva when I want to eat delicious food. It's prepared with care, the flavors are more unusual, the greens fruits are notably fresher.
The salads, btw, are surprisingly filling. I guess because they usually feature some kind of grain.
Bottom line: Friendly lunch/bite-to-eat place with delicious food. -
Review from Stacy S.
Los Angeles, CA
Such a gem here in Brentwood! Replaced the awful fro-yo place that was here before and wow, what an improvement! Chris & his staff are super-friendly and helpful in guiding you into the "right" juice or smoothie or organic treat depending on your mood/dietary requirements. The vegan, non-dairy chocolate frozen yogurt with wheat-free oreos & coconut shavings is my favorite indulgence. Love the post-yoga & various green juices...and will definitely try the quinoa and kale salads soon. I frequent this neighborhood spot...ranks much higher on my list than Pinkberry down the street. The outdoor seating, free WiFi are nice touches!
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Review from Franklyn G.
West Hills, CA
I just started a juice reboot this week and was wandering around Brentwood. I found RIVVA by accident and dropped in for a drink. I ordered the "Life Force". It was delicious with a hint of mint. Sitting outside enjoying a beautiful Southern California day relaxing with their free Wi-Fi I didn't' want to go back to work! I am new to the green juice world but this was outstanding. Next time I find myself in Brentwood I am sure I will drop in for a juice.
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Review from Jonathan D.
Winnetka, CA
I had the mango yogurt with raspberry toppings.
It was the best frozen yogurt I had ever tasted.
Why? Because it was actually made with mangos and real yogurt, and thus tasted like frozen mango yougurt.
The raspberries were incredible, each one was juicy and delicious.
Its clear that top of the line ingredients were used in preparation for everything. -
Review from Carrie N.
Los Angeles, CA
Fresh ingredients. Simple. Delicious. Don't come here expecting to get your grub-on, come here for a light, refreshing lunch. You will pay for the fresh, organic ingredients: soup+salad combo and small coffee = $16.
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Review from Scarlett K.
Los Angeles, CA
My new favorite smoothie & juice joint! Absolutely delicious and nutritious without anything artificial. I highly recommend it!
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Review from Taryn C.
Los Angeles, CA
I own a Dance and Activewear store in the same center as Rivva, and could not be happier to have such a great, healthy option for lunch!!! The negative reviews are really frustrating to me because they are completely the opposite of my experience there! If you reviewed them within the first month after opening, give them another chance! What business is perfect right off the bat?!?
I am absolutely addicted to their Nature's Life Force Veggie juice! It is Apple, Celery, Kale, Spinach, Parsley, Mint and I swear it is the tastiest and healthiest thing ever! I also love their smoothies, veggie burgers, salads, and coffee. They have so many terrific healthy twists, and everything is truly natural and organic. Their almond milk is even home made with sprouted raw almonds to get the most enzymes, and it delicious. They have a plant based protein powder which is a great alternative for people who don't like whey.
I would eat here everyday if I could afford it, but sadly it is more expensive than a typical lunch. That being said, anyone who thinks this place is overpriced just doesn't understand the quality of ingredients they are getting. -
Review from Lindsay F.
Redondo Beach, CA
Everything I've tried has been amazing - my absolute favorites are the lunch specials. Not on their website as far as I can tell, but listed on a sheet by the counter each week - For $10, you get an organic yummy flavored iced tea, and a sandwich with a small side salad. So far, the Hawaiian veggie burger sandwich is my favorite - whole wheat bread, veggie burger, pineapple, red onion, and a sauce that is just amazing! I was so hooked on this that I usually ordered the same, but I just finally tried two additional items, and again, I'm in love. The wrap which includes tofu crispy chicken, bacon (vegetarian) bits, avacado, lettuce & onion - AMAZING. And the veggie burger with tomato, basil, mozz, another 5 stars!
If you havent been here, you are missing out. I still haven't tried the smoothies which seem to be all the rage, but I'm sure they are as great as all of the food items I've tried.
I hope this place stays open for a long time to come! -
Review from Ren L.
Los Angeles, CA
Excellent service with a delicious and simple organic menu that covers all the corners of a healthy diet. I ordered two lunch specials, which come with the iced-tea of the day and dessert, and spent under $20. It definitely hit the spot without putting me in a food coma. Plus, free WiFi is always a great accommodation.
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Review from Samira I.
Los Angeles, CA
Seriously delicious! An awesome whole foods employee told me about this place and suggested a green juice... who freakin knew a green juice could be soooo delicious!! i love it! Oh and workers were pleasant and they have free wifi!
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Review from cyndy f.
Pacific Palisades, CA
Had a chocolate banana smoothie! Heaven in a cup and healthy too. What more could you ask for?
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Review from David W.
Los Angeles, CA
It's not often that an all organic joint wows me with great tasting and imaginative food, but that's exactly what Café Rivva did. I tried several salads, including the Kale Sesame and the Green Pasta Salad, and all of them were not only flavorful but fresh as well. The kale was perfectly seasoned and crispy, a highly enjoyable snack!
Café Rivva definitely serves some quality food I that I won't hesitate to have again soon! -
Review from Jon B.
Los Angeles, CA
Fresh, organic and environmentally conscious - this place is amazing. Great smoothies, great salads and the only place I've ever found organic frozen yogurt (believe me, you can taste the difference). It only opened recently but I've already become a regular. I'm hooked on the raw cacao smoothie and foodwise the Lemon Cous Cous salad is simply delicious.
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Review from Andrew F.
Los Angeles, CA
2.5 stars is as high as I'd go, but since it's brand new I'll cut some slack for things like employees reading smoothie ingredients/recipes in front of waiting customers, especially since the guy working there couldn't have been nicer. The space is nice and very much in tune with the overall concept until you look at the presentations of the salads which lack any visual pop sitting in under a dark case and covered (and re-covered and re-covered) by the same piece of plastic wrap...though the samples actually tasted pretty good. It's just I couldn't have cared less about tasting them in the first place. Again, chalk it up to Mr. Nice Employee who was persistent about giving us a taste (wasn't like there was anyone else there anyway). Got one large smoothie (which is the equivalent of a small anywhere else) and one small one (three sips if you're thirsty) which came to around $15. I get it, you have bee pollen which might make me horny and you use higher quality ingredients that are going to make me feel live a longer life...even for a ticket into the Pearly Gates, it sure seemed rather pricey. I can only imagine how I'd feel if I truly was the cheap skate I've always wanted to be.
I would go back - but I haven't yet - and I'm certainly not rushing there (even living within walking distance)...once a few things have been re-thought and re-vamped and if it manages to survive the dredded first 6 months, there may be some hope for Rivva. By the way, the overall branding is appealing, but the logo/name looks nothing like the word it is supposed to say: "Rivva" could have just as well be written in hieroglyphics. Now I'm really nitpicking, but it was rather perplexing to just try and read the frickin' name.
As the one other real reviewer mentioned, these multiple 5 star "most amazing place ever" fake reviews are the worst...give yourself an extra scoop of protein and at least write one or two other reviews to try and give some inkling of credibility... -
Review from nancy l.
Beverly Hills, CA
I really liked Rivva when I went last night. I got some healthy eats (green thai curry with tofu) and a custom made smoothie with healthy ingredients (almond milk, strawberries, plant based protein & agave). It was delicious. I would return. Portion sizes were good and it's a clean, futuristic looking space with really nice, friendly people working there.
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Review from M L.
Santa Monica, CA
I was introduced to this cafe by Chintamani Lila, who created all the salads there. I already knew her food creations were fantastic but I had no idea about the place. Walking in I knew right away that all people involved had done a great job of putting together nutritious, healthy, and yummy food in well designed surroundings and a relaxing atmosphere. My friend and I had a great time sitting outside in the sunshine with our smoothies and salads. I think this is the best cafe to ever use this space, and I've been to all the other cafes that have been located here since the structure was built. I highly recommend to anyone who likes healthy organic food that tastes good and doesn't break the bank.
