The Riviera ~ Ward's Island Kitchen (Formerly The Rectory)

The menu is brand new and seems to keep to the island tradition of unique dishes, like Duck Bao, which seems redundant, and an inside joke. It doesn't taste like an inside joke however. The duck is juicy and blends well with the cucumber and sauce. Great charcuterie board to start along with other mouthwatering choices. Wine and beer by the glass or bottle and jug. Staff is amazing and attentive. Linger or eat quickly. It's worth the ferry ride.

Had a lovely meal here. Our waiter was great. Nice to sit outside in the sunshine. Great food & ales. Good atmosphere. Stunning location.

We were a large group (25 people) on a Thursday afternoon (casual wedding, regular menu). We were able to reserve about a month in advance, but were still worried about slamming the kitchen. No need to have fretted! Even for such a big group, the kitchen was really timely coming out, and the food was consistently good. Everyone ordered different foods and not one complained about anything, which is a huge compliment for a group that size!. Our server was INCREDIBLE. She brought out pitchers of water immediately (it was hot, so much appreciated!) and our pitchers of Margaritas and Sangria came out pretty fast. She took individual drink orders quickly, and was so good on food orders: not one mistake, not one plate in the wrong place. She was friendly, fun and really patient. You cannot beat having a beautiful afternoon on the Islands while chilling on possibly the best patio in the City. Thank you so much! It was a fabulous time.

Got there before the dinner rush so we were quickly seated and served. Great selection of carefully prepared and surprisingly healthy food. I had the gazpacho and the ravioli and a chocolate free tart thing and it was excellent. Amazing view/setting. Friendly yet efficient staff. Definitely going back.

A perfect summer day and a delicious lunch at The Riviera (formerly The Rectory). Good service by the friendly staff and authentic Gazpacho soup and tasty pork taco's. If they add a good coffee machine to make expresso's, etc then it will be so much better! Well worth a visit for lunch. On not so nice days, inside is also charming.