RiverWalk Café

About RiverWalk Café

Known for

• Coffee and quick bites
• Lunch and dessert
• Outdoor seating and takeout
• Solo- and group-friendly setting
• Wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking

What reviewers say elsewhere

• “They said their slushy machine was broken but five minutes later when other customers came the slushy machine was magically fixed.”

  — Aye Ei San, August 5, 2026 · google

• “This is great pit stop on the river walk for restroom, food and scenic views. I stopped here mainly for the restrooms on way to the Lighthouse. The restroom was accessible to a wheelchair. It was clean and hygienic. They had plenty of be…”

  — Tushar Suradkar, July 2, 2026 · google

• “We’ve been waiting in line for 25 minutes waiting for them to “start the register after a shift change”. All the workers are just inside talking and smoking weed! The people in front of us left because they got sick of the wait. So far, …”

  — S Hamdi, June 26, 2026 · google

• “I had a beef sausage no condiments small lemonade 5 dollars taste like syrup not a good experience for me I will not be back”

  — Chinall Burnett, May 8, 2024 · google

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  Detroit Riverwalk Park

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RiverWalk Café — frequently asked

Is RiverWalk Café open on Mondays?

No — RiverWalk Café is closed on Mondays.

Where is RiverWalk Café?

RiverWalk Café is at 1340 Atwater St, Detroit, MI 48207.

What is the phone number for RiverWalk Café?

You can reach RiverWalk Café on +1313-566-8200.