Riversbend

Essex, MA · New American restaurant

Rating
4.3/5
★★★★☆ 4.3
Reviews
20
Rank in Essex
#15
of 23 restaurants
City Percentile
9%
rating percentile
Address
Riversbend, 35 Dodge St, Essex, MA 01929
Phone
(978) 890-7098
Website
riversbendessex.com

Riversbend is a restaurant located in Essex, MA. It is one of 23 restaurants listed in Essex. Its 4.3-star rating is slightly below the Essex city average of 4.6 stars. It ranks #15 of 23 restaurants in Essex. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Julia Midland · Oct 2025

We had our Friday Night Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Party at Riversbend and it was perfect! Lindsay was so fabulous to work with. Very good communicator and great pizza chef! We had drinks, pizzas, salads, and the most delicious cider donut sundaes for dessert. Our guests enjoyed the stunning marsh views and the cozy glow of the wood framed indoor space. It was the best vibes to kick off our wedding weekend, expressing to all of our friends and family why we love living on the North Shore. I would highly recommend! Thank you Team Riversbend!

★★★★★ 5.0 Hollister Ream · Aug 2025

We hosted our wedding rehearsal dinner and welcome drinks the night before our wedding at Riversbend and it was simply perfect! Lindsay was so easy to work with and captured everything we wanted that night to be beautifully. The location and view are just stunning! The food was also amazing! Highly recommend this venue for any kind of event!

★★★★★ 5.0 Saundra Grillo · Dec 2025

I had my wedding here at Riversbend on November 9th, 2025. Due to my 94 year old Mom’s failing health, we pushed our wedding plans up. I only had about a month to put my wedding together. It turned out beautifully. Lindsey the owner was so helpful, kind, and accommodating. I highly recommend this business. The food was superb. We had Filet Mignon as our primary entree. My guests loved their meals. The natural beauty of the property was magical. Lindsey coordinated and guided me every step of the way. My husband and I were so grateful to her. I’m so happy to have found this venue. It’s truly a hidden gem.

★★★★★ 5.0 Mark White · Nov 2025

We just had a celebration of life at Riverbend for our mom. We have nothing but positive things to say about the whole experience. The food was great and Lindsay and the entire staff went above and beyond our expectations to ensure it was a positive experience. Definitely would recommend it. The family of Ivah H. White

★★★★★ 5.0 katherine McMillan · Aug 2025

I highly recommend Riversbend as a venue for any special occasion. It’s a lovely space in a stunning location and Lindsay is super easy to work with. She made everything ‘just right’ for my recent ‘big’ birthday- no detail overlooked! We chose a menu together and the chef did not disappoint! Everything was delicious. I just love the setting on the banks of the prettiest tidal river in the world! The room is warm and welcoming with big picture windows showcasing the view. Outdoor space and deck are spectacular, too. The service is very personal and efficient. Forget hotels and country clubs for a wedding- this place is family run and it shows- you feel like you’re part of the family and so do your guests!

Services

New American restaurant

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