Rivers is a vibrant, lively and contemporary Italian restaurant serving lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday.  Fresh pasta, hand-made daily, locally sourced produce, and Chef Matthew Taylor who puts his heart and soul into every meal, an amazing kitchen and serving staff, along with an extensive wine list is just the beginning of what Rivers Italian is.

Port of Call Dinner
Chef Matthew Taylor prepares a 4 to 6 course dinner from one specific region. As each course is delivered, Chef will speak about the food that he used. Each course is accompanied by wines from the same region and a representative from the respective wine company will also share insightful notes on the wine pairing.  These dinners are typically priced around $75 per person and scheduled on a Thursday night for seatings up to 20 to 30 people. Reservations only, so call to reserve your spot.

Chef’s Table
Chef Matthew Taylor is now hosting the “Chef’s Table” at Rivers Italian. Our Chef’s Table is a special dining experience that takes you out of Grand Rapids and on a culinary journey to anywhere you choose.  Chef Taylor will personally design a dinner to suit any occasion; whether it is an intimate evening for two, or a fun gathering of friends. These dinners are the newest most popular trend hitting Grand Rapids. The Chef’s Table dinners usually consist of 4 to 6 courses that are portioned to give you full enjoyment down to the last bite. Should you desire, Chef Matthew and our knowledgeable staff will also pair wines from the best wine list in Northern Minnesota to make your evening even more special. Chef Matthew has done these dinners featuring everything from fine French cuisine, to Spain, to locally raised products exploring contemporary techniques, to tours of our Italian menu. These interactive evenings with the chef have been enjoyed by guests throughout the community and we are pleased to bring them to you at Rivers Italian.