iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%75+47.6Reliability 28%79+22.3Replies to reviews 8%15+1.2Momentum penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 71Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.71SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#11 of 20 beer gardensiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 47%
4.7★★★★★2,473 Google reviews · 24 photos
82%five-star reviews
4.70★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3.6%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate The Riverside Market Cafe 4.7 out of 5 based on 2,473 reviews, frequently praising its extensive craft beer selection, cozy atmosphere, and friendly staff. Positive feedback highlights the quality of pizza and pub food, while negative comments describe inconsistent food preparation, such as undercooked or burnt items, and cite hygiene issues like dust or pests. Some patrons also note that the location is difficult to find and that service can occasionally be dismissive.
Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 2,473 reviews (82% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 2,473 Google reviews (1,468 with written comments, 195 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 1% of reviews.
Most recent review: November 11, 2026.
Service: Beer Garden serving Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Data from Google, last updated November 13, 2026.
Score profile vs other beer gardens
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.
The Riverside Market CafeBeer Gardens median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Riverside Market Cafe: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 75.B
75
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Riverside Market Cafe: 79/100 on this factor. Category median: 75.B
79
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.The Riverside Market Cafe: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
95
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Riverside Market Cafe: 15/100 on this factor. Category median: 30.F
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Star ratings
2,473 Google reviews we collected
4.7of 5
5 stars2,02682%
4 stars31713%
3 stars713%
2 stars231%
1 star361%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 1,468 written reviews
92%praise
Praise51192%
Complaints438%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude28351%
Price & value10018%
Quality & results6111%
Would recommend5510%
Speed & response275%
Honesty & trust255%
Communication31%
What customers talk about
We read 1,468 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Had a simple meal of a grilled cheese sandwich (mozerella w multigrain) with some fries along with the Hill Billy Sweet Iced Tea.”
“Cool place but don’t expect a warm welcome Rude people”
“We’d eat just about anything on the menu because it’s that good—and reasonable.”
“This was a spot I frequented, but the beer got too expensive.”
“The beer selection is top notch and it just feels like home.”
“…l house though upate 0ct 2020 tried it again and this time absolutely TERRIBLE customer service.…”
“My go-to is the buffalo shrimp (absolutely addictive), but the Carolina pulled pork sandwich deserves its own spotlight—the sauce is to die for and th…”
“I gave this place, which is in my neighborhood, 5 stars a year ago.”
“The fries were perfectly crisp, and the food came out fast.”
“I normally love this place but this last time I went the service was extremely slow (we had to ask for a waiter!”
“Everyone in this establishment goes out of there way and are extremely genuine and down to earth, the egg sandwich was phenomenal 6$$$$.”
“Service can be spotty and no one really explains their unique process of paying for your drinks by carrying the empties up to the counter.”
“Waitress ignored us when we walked In.”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
MirandaLocal Guide · 23 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Thank you to Julian and his amazing team for the delicious pies! everyone is so friendly and the food is amazing!! If you are a fan of thin crust, you're at the right spot!
AndrewLocal Guide · 174 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
What a hidden gem 💎 great spot. Crazy honor system that hopefully some people don’t ruin it for the rest of us. Great selections of cold beers and a lot of unique choices. Definitely will take you weeks to go through everything but it’s such a chill spot. Inside is cozy and vibey, outside feels like your drinking…
MaryLocal Guide · 33 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
The selection of beer is outstanding. This is definitely a hidden gem if you love a cold one!
T.Local Guide · 327 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Incredible beer selection! The ambience is unmatched, and the food is absolutely delicious! A must visit if you are in the Fort Lauderdale area.
TyLocal Guide · 293 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★
At 4:54 the food was freshly prepared and hot. The service was just right, and the location is convenient if you're in the area. The inside was dimly lit, there was minimal natural light entering, and although the decor is cozy it doesn't match.
NephLocal Guide · 71 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
I haven’t gotten pizza from here in over about a month or two. And i normally get the bbq chicken pizza which I love. But last night I got the bbq chicken pizza and omg it tasted better than before. Like one of the best pizzas I’ve ever had. I literally want to go back got some more now. Whoever did the pizza last night. Don’t stop please
After watching Dave Portnoy give Riverside Market's pizza a 7.1 and hearing the owner talk about what a great value their pizzas are, I decided to give their Fort Lauderdale location a try. Unfortunately, it was a huge disappointment.
I ordered a large cheese pizza for $16 and change, and I honestly can't remember ever seeing a smaller "large" pizza. The cheese was burnt in several areas, while the bottom of the crust looked barely cooked. The pizza was also incredibly greasy, and the overall flavor was so salty that it overpowered everything else. I'm not sure whether it was the cheese, sauce, or seasoning, but a plain cheese pizza shouldn't taste like that.
For nearly $17, I expected a properly cooked pizza that actually looked like a large. After all the hype about the quality and value, neither lived up to expectations. There are plenty of better pizza options in Fort Lauderdale.
I'll let the photos speak for themselves.
Price per person: $10–20
Noise level: Moderate noise
Group size: Suitable for all group sizes
Ms.Review8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ms.Review has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Thank you to Julian and his amazing team for the delicious pies! everyone is so friendly and the food is amazing!! If you are a fan of thin crust, you're at the right spot!
Andrew LimpertLocal Guide · 174 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Andrew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
What a hidden gem 💎 great spot. Crazy honor system that hopefully some people don’t ruin it for the rest of us. Great selections of cold beers and a lot of unique choices. Definitely will take you weeks to go through everything but it’s such a chill spot. Inside is cozy and vibey, outside feels like your drinking outside your garage with friends. Definitely telling my friends and coming back 🙌
Price per person: $1–10
Reservation: Reservations not required
Group size: Suitable for all group sizes
Parking space: Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking options: Free parking lot, Free street parking
MaryLocal Guide · 33 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mary has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
