RIVERBANK
About
Riverbank is a waterfront restaurant and wedding venue in Norfolk, Virginia. This locally-renown restaurant offers top quality service, cuisine, and ambiance for your special day. Settled in the industrial chic part of downtown, Riverbank combines traditional meals with modern service for a truly spectacular experience. The restaurant overlooks the Elizabeth River and harbor, providing a slice of authentic Norfolk that your guests will love. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or an extravagant affair, Riverbank will make your special day truly memorable.
Facilities and Capacity
Riverbank has both indoor and outdoor seating options for your wedding rehearsal, ceremony, reception, and more. The restaurant itself has a casual yet elegant ambiance, with views of the Elizabeth River and intimate, quiet dining areas for your main meal. Several separate dining areas are available for private events. The restaurant also has a terrace and event lawn perfect for intimate ceremonies, cocktail hour, or a small outdoor reception. The terrace and lawn are shaded by several trees and are lush with greenery and flowers throughout the year. The outdoor area has space for a small tent if you prefer an outdoor seating area.
Services Offered
Riverbank ensures you not only have a fantastic ambiance, but an event and culinary staff by your side to make the most of your special day. The event team will assist with planning the details and creating your wedding menu. They will work with your other vendors to ensure the flow of events runs seamlessly. This allows you to relax and enjoy, rather than manage your event. Riverbank also offers custom floral arrangements with every wedding package.
Cuisine
Riverbank is known in Norfolk for their mouthwatering steaks and sweet, strong cocktails. They prepare a custom-curated menu for all wedding events, including buffet-style and formal plated meal options. You will select from several savory entrees, side items, decadent dessert, and a bar package that will complete your wedding day experience. You will also have a wait staff onsite throughout the evening to serve and assist guests with their meal.
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Request a visitLunch: Monday-Friday 11:30-2 Dinner: Thursday-Saturday 5:30-9 Private Events: 7 days/week

RIVERBANK frequently asked questions
What items and services are included in the starting site fee at RIVERBANK?
- Chairs
- China
- Clean Up
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Parking
- Set Up
- Tables
At RIVERBANK, what items and services related to wedding catering are included in the cost?
- Cake Cutting
- Server(s)
What are the most important characteristics of RIVERBANK in terms of venue type, style and location?
- Restaurant
- Waterfront
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at RIVERBANK for wedding events?
- Indoor
- Covered Outdoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
- Scenic Views
What kind of wedding events does RIVERBANK offer?
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
What services does RIVERBANK offer for wedding events?
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Clean Up
- Outside Vendors
- Set Up
- Wifi
What furniture and decorations does RIVERBANK have available for wedding events?
- Chairs
- Tables