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River Road Cafe
About River Road Cafe
Unassuming Bridgeport cafe near the Fraser serving diner-style breakfasts and lunches alongside the coffee. A favourite of people working nearby and of cyclists riding the River Road route, with generous portions and prices to match.
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In the Bridgeport neighbourhood of Richmond.
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