Riva Cucina Menu Prices

Hideaway destination serves up Northern Italian cuisine in a modern-rustic venue with patio seating.

RIVA CUCINA is a Berkeley neighborhood restaurant that celebrates the cuisine of Emilia-Romagna, the Northern Italian region that Chef Massimiliano Boldrini calls home. Starting with sustainably sourced ingredients from Bay Area farms and waters, Riva has become known for handmade fresh pastas, braised meats, and seasonal dishes that are ever-changing.

  4.6 – 250 reviews  $$ • Northern Italian restaurant

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Menu

Menu
Antipasto Misto
Aged pecorino toscano, mild coppa, cacciatore salame, salame piccante, marinated olives, and house pickled vegetables giardiniera.
$17.00
Insalata Di Bietole
Organic gold and red beets, Umbrian farro, romaine, chopped egg, lemon condimento, and shaved Parmigiano.
$14.00
Passatelli Alla Salsiccia
Parmigiano, egg, breadcrumb pasta sautéed with house-made Italian sausage, butter, sage, and cream.
$17.00
Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese
House-made tagliatelle with traditional pork, beef, and tomato ragú, Parmigiano.
$16.00
Pappardelle Ai Funghi
Parsley pasta sautéed with mixed mushrooms, thyme, and truffle Boschetto cheese (available as a vegan option).
$17.00
Fettuccine Al Brasato
Spinach pasta sautéed with slow-braised pork shoulder, herbs, soffritto, balsamico, and Parmigiano.
$16.00
Lasagna Alla Bolognese (Serves 2-3)
Made in the traditional Bolognese style, our lasagna consists of thin layers of fresh pasta, béchamel, and ragù, topped with a fine dusting of Parmigiano-Reggiano. Available hot and ready to eat or cold and ready to heat. Please allow an extra 30 minutes preparation time if ordering lasagne hot. Please heat lasagna for 35 minutes at 350 degrees or until thoroughly heated.
$32.00
Costine Alla Senape
Roasted baby back ribs (half rack) marinated with Dijon mustard, herbs, white wine, and lemon.
$18.00
Garretto Di Agnello
Slow-braised lamb shank with cabernet, herbs, and soffritto.
$24.00
Torta Della Nonna
Traditional Italian cake with lemon patisserie cream, pine nuts, and almonds.
$7.00
Torta Al Cioccolato
Italian chocolate fondant cake.
$7.00
Panna Cotta
Cooked cream served with chocolate shavings
$7.00
Mocha Panna Cotta
Chocolate espresso panna cotta with chocolate covered espresso beans.
$7.00
Chef’S Pantry + Bar
Rosemary Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Our extra virgin olive oil is made from a blend of manzanilla, arbosana, arbequina ,and koroneiki California-grown olives. Slowly infused with rosemary over low heat, this aromatic extra virgin olive oil is best enjoyed with a dash of sea salt for dipping or as a finishing oil for vegetables, grilled meats, pasta and risotto. 375 ml. At this time, gift messages are only available for olive oil being shipped.
$24.00
Giardiniera
House pickled assorted vegetables in champagne vinegar and bay leaf. One pint.
$10.00
House Cured Olives
Picholine and taggiasca olives marinated in extra virgin olive oil, thyme, and garlic. One pint.
$15.00
Limoncello
House-made meyer lemon liqueur. Per licensing rules, all alcohol must be purchased with a meal. 375 ml.
$38.00
Crema Di Limoncello
House-made meyer lemon cream liqueur. Per licensing rules, all alcohol must be purchased with a meal. 375 ml.
$38.00
Espresso Liqueur
House-made espresso cream liqueur. Per licensing rules, all alcohol must be purchased with a meal. 375 ml.
$38.00
Vino + Birre
Drusian Prosecco Brut Doc
Pale straw yellow. Green apple, floral notes, and creamy texture (Veneto). Per licensing rules, all alcohol must be purchased with a meal.
$36.00
2016 Valle Isarco Pinot Grigio Doc
Floral aromas, bitter almond flavors, dry, and smooth (Alto Adige).
$36.00
2018 Zeitgeist Trousseau Gris
Beautiful minerality, balanced texture, and citrus finish (Russian River Valley).
$40.00
2018 Azur California Rose
Melon & tropical fruit flavors, elegant mineral qualities, and dry finish. (Napa Valley)
$43.00
2016 Riva Cucina Cabernet Sauvignon
Full body, dark fruit notes, elegant, & long finish. (Napa Valley)
$43.00
2015 Buoncristiani O.P.C.
Cabernet sauvignon, syrah, malbec, and merlot. Full bodied and rich finish. (Napa Valley)
$58.00
2016 Rontana Sangiovese Doc
Cherries, currant, floral aromas, balanced, medium body, and dry finish. Emilia-Romagna.
$33.00
2017 Le Pich Cabernet
Aromas of black cherry, currant, cedar, ripe black fruit, & mocha flavors. (Napa Valley)
$70.00
2016 Cadle Family Wines Dolcetto
Ruby red color, cranberry, dried cherry, and strawberry jam. (Sonoma)
$40.00
2014 Francesco Rinaldi Barolo Docg
Nebbiolo, dark berries, medium tannins, dry, and harmonic. (Piemonte)
$77.00
2015 San Vincenti Chianti Classico Docg
Floral & berry aromas, rich body, and medium tannins. (Toscana)
$40.00
2016 Dare By Viader Cabernet Franc
Floral aromatics, lush red fruits, and silky mouthfeel. (Napa Valley)
$78.00
2013 Kenneth Volk Pinot Noir
Cherry, strawberry, rhubarb flavors, and balanced acidity. (Santa Maria Valley)
$43.00
2012 Villa Le Prata Brunello Di Montalcino Docg
Cherry, tobacco, & lavender notes. Soft, velvety tannins, and persistent finish. (Toscana)
$78.00
North Coast Scrimshaw Pilsner
Mendocino pilsner with subtle hop character, crisp clean palate, and dry finish.
$5.50
Mission Brewery Amber Ale
Full-flavored with crisp, toasty characters, and balanced bitterness.
$5.50
Flying Dog Snake Dog Ipa
Big, floral, hoppy aromas, and well-balanced.
$5.50
Erdinger
Weissbrau non-alcoholic brew.
$5.00
Bevande
Limonata
330 ml.
$3.00
Aranciata
330 ml.
$3.00
S. Pellegirno
330 ml.
$3.00
Acqua Panna
330 ml.
$3.00
Soft Drinks
20 oz. bottles.
$3.00

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Contact Riva Cucina

Address: 800 Heinz Ave #19, Berkeley, CA 94710

Phone: (510) 841-7482

Website: http://www.rivacucina.com/

Hours

Wednesday 4–8PM
Thursday 4–8PM
Friday 4–8PM
Saturday 4–8PM
Sunday Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday 4–8PM

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