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Food and bars in Riverside

You want a drink in a space that actually serves food, because a night out should never leave you hungry.

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Small, sleek cocktail bar offers a relaxed, cozy vibe with soft lighting and chic decor. It draws a community-focused crowd who appreciate innovative drinks made with local ingredients. The atmosphere stays calm and inviting, ideal for conversation and casual gatherings.

Small menu offers great food with a focus on meatballs. Drinks pair well, especially the good beers.

Cocktails here stand out for their quality and taste. The bar offers a clean and sleek setting with a relaxed, well kempt vibe and attentive staff.

People are saying

"The drinks here are creative and perfectly balanced."

"The cocktails here are creative and perfectly balanced."

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Happy hour lasts until 8 pm on weekdays.

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Parking is plentiful and free outside the venue.

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Street parking is available nearby.

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Restaurant offers a lively vibe with Mexican-inspired decor and a front patio. Music plays at a balanced volume, often featuring a DJ that keeps energy high. An extensive tequila selection and a salsa bar provide distinctive drink and food options.

Delicious Mexican food stands out as the main highlight here. Friendly, knowledgeable staff provide top-notch service that complements the vibrant dining and bar scene.

A full bar complements the dining experience with a vibrant bar scene. The salsa bar offers multiple tasty options, including a flavorful house salsa.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be awesome."

"The bar has a really nice, trendy vibe."

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The $9.99 lunch special includes 2 tacos with rice and beans.

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Happy hour offers great prices on drinks and appetizers.

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Taco Tuesday is a popular event worth planning for.

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Bar offers a friendly, casual vibe with loud rock music and a clean, welcoming interior. Regulars create a home town atmosphere where new people feel included. Food and drinks come at affordable prices, making it a popular hangout spot.

Small, local bars serve reasonably priced food with a focus on comfort dishes like pizza. Drinks and bar food come together with good quality and solid flavors.

Small, local bars offer better drinks and food than big franchises here. Bar food includes wings, salad, burgers, and surprisingly good pizza. Staff handle emergencies while serving, keeping the environment good overall.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was excellent."

"The bartenders here are beautiful and quick with the pour."

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Crowleys Tavern Pizza and Brew has a DJ every Friday night playing various music genres.

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Tacos cost a dollar from 11 am to 1 pm.

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Parking is plentiful at Crowleys Tavern Pizza and Brew.

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Casual seafood restaurant with loud northern Mexican music and a laid-back vibe. The atmosphere feels welcoming and homey, with patrons enjoying seafood cocktails and micheladas. Clean and unpretentious, it draws people looking for fresh mariscos and a relaxed setting.

Food comes out fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Dishes consistently impress with their quality and taste.

Busy bartenders often make it hard to get attention. Staff sometimes give out free shots to tables but may skip some despite eye contact. The spot feels more like a bar than a restaurant.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing, with staff who anticipate your needs."

"The bar staff here are so nice and cool."

Good to know

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The shrimp cocktail costs $27.00, which some may find overpriced.

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Waiting times are longer on weekends, so plan accordingly.

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Parking can be difficult, so arrive early or consider alternative transport.

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Restaurant offers stylish modern design with all-hard-surfaces creating an echoing atmosphere. It maintains a calm vibe on weekday middays but can be busy with loud music at other times. The space feels like a cozy European cafรฉ with outdoor seating available.

Offers excellent continental cuisine with standout steak and fish dishes. Combines great food and coffee at reasonable prices.

Hip and trendy atmosphere shapes the bar experience here. It serves delicious coffee and bar drinks with a chef-driven approach by night.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and exciting."

"I enjoyed the delicious coffee and bar drinks."

Good to know

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Arcade Downtown doesn't accept cash; only card payments are accepted.

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They serve breakfast and lunch all day, making it a versatile dining option.

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Parking can be tough, so plan to arrive early.

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Very small space with intimate seating and a DJ playing 90's and 2000's hip hop creates a lively but sometimes loud atmosphere. Outdoor patio seating adds an open-air option. The vibe shifts from cozy to energetic when music volume rises, affecting conversation ease.

Food features rich and perfectly balanced flavors with an artful presentation. Cocktails are crafted to perfection, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Smooth, exotic craft cocktails come with creative seasonal options and a full bar. The bar area offers a cool vibe and excellent customer service.

People are saying

"The food here is outstanding, perfectly seasoned, and amazing."

"The drinks here are outstanding and crafted to perfection."

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Reservations are recommended, especially for brunch, but seating is available at the bar without one.

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Street metered parking is available, with a nearby structure charging $15.

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The lounge is small, so expect limited seating during busy hours.

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Chic cocktail bar with an open-air patio and an upstairs lounge that feels like a Traphouse. Atmosphere stays lively with live DJs from midweek through the weekend, blending club energy without dancing. Crowd enjoys carefully crafted specialty cocktails and a comfortable space for conversation.

Food here stands out with great tacos, chicken, and salads. The overall quality is consistently amazing and terrific across visits.

Cozy and stylish, the bar features an upstairs lounge that offers a great spot to relax with friends. It serves incredible drinks and plays lively music, creating a unique gastropub vibe.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing, especially the appetizers and pasta."

"You have to see the Harry Potter themed mezzanine at this bar."

Good to know

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Happy hour is drinks only, running from 4-7pm on weekdays.

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The comedy club hosts live shows on the last Wednesday of each month.

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Bottomless mimosas are $25 per person for 90 minutes.

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Dark lighting and loud music create a classic dive bar atmosphere with a crowded, cozy vibe inside. Outdoor patio offers smoking-friendly seating with TVs and heaters, blending covered and open-air spaces. Drinks are strong and reasonably priced, attracting a local crowd.

Food features excellent quality with solid flavors and reasonable prices. Steak and potatoes stand out as especially good dishes.

Dive bar vibe with loud music and a dark indoor setting stands out. Drinks come strong, especially the gin and tonics, and the bar food is affordable and solid with good steaks and pub fare.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and fresh."

"It's a fun dive bar with dark lighting and music."

Good to know

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Taco Wednesday features tacos priced at $1.50 each.

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No one under 21 is allowed inside the bar.

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Parking is very limited at the venue.

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Casual pool hall with dozens of billiard tables and plenty of dart boards offers a chill atmosphere with a mix of Spanish and English music. The space includes small and big tables and features many small TVs around. It attracts both adults and kids looking for a relaxed spot to hang out without rowdiness.

Food includes cheap drinks and generally good dishes, but service can be slow. Some issues with food handling have been noted.

Dozens of bar-sized and official billiard tables fill the space, creating a casual pool hall vibe. The kitchen and bar sit off to the right, with a counter nearby to get a table.

People are saying

"The food here was always good."

"It's a great casual bar with dozens of billiard tables."

Good to know

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Tables cost approximately $15 per hour for pool.

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Prices are around $20 for two people for almost two hours.

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The venue has a good number of pool tables available.

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Outdoor seating offers comfortable shaded areas with fans and heaters, creating a pleasant environment. Live bands provide energetic music, though volume can be intense. Interior design impresses with a beautiful, clean space that balances high-top and regular tables.

Food here stands out for its terribly good quality and amazing taste. The dishes consistently deliver great flavor that surprises many.

Cozy atmosphere makes it easy to relax. Bartenders serve drinks quickly and handle orders with care. Food and drinks come with consistent quality and good value.

People are saying

"I found the food to be delicious and fresh."

"The drinks at the bar were refreshing and unique."

Good to know

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Parking is limited, so arrive early to secure a spot.

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Reservations are not accepted; seating is first-come, first-served.

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Live Latin music event occurs every Tuesday evening.

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Arcade space combines vintage pinball rooms, modern VR games, and a full bar for a lively mix. Atmosphere stays loud and dark, with a clean environment and an adult vibe. Visitors range from kids to adults, enjoying classic and cutting-edge games in private booths or open areas.

Food prices stay reasonable with a limited menu at the bar and Food Lab. Multiple food options exist but outside food or drinks are not allowed inside. Clean restrooms support the overall experience.

A bar with draft beers and snacks sits alongside a wide range of retro and modern games. Drinks come at fair prices in a space that blends arcade fun with casual drinking.

People are saying

"It's a uniquely crafted arcade with a bar and an impressive assortment of games."

"The food and bar selection here is pretty good."

Good to know

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Parking costs only $5 and is super close.

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The policy change now excludes minors from visiting Riverside Game Lab.

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They offered a Happy Hour when they opened, during which the credits to play were halved.

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Small local spot with a sports bar vibe and plenty of games like pool, darts, and arcade machines. Casual and friendly atmosphere with affordable prices and space for big groups. Music plays through a jukebox app, and lively events like karaoke add energy.

Food here is consistently excellent and tastes great. The kitchen handles issues by apologizing and remaking orders promptly.

Aloha Pizza and Pasta has a sports bar vibe with a beer bar and bar seating surrounded by plenty of TV screens for watching games.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was delicious and priced just right."

"It's a sports bar with plenty of TVs to watch games."

Good to know

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The prices are very reasonable for food and drinks.

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There is plenty of parking available for guests.

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The bathrooms are clean and well-maintained.

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Open floor plan features live mariachi music and neon skulls with glow-in-the-dark paint, creating a nightclub-like atmosphere with loud, energetic vibes. Tables sit close together, making the space feel lively and social. Photographers capture moments amid the bold Day of the Dead decor.

Food stands out for its delicious quality and generous portions. The carne asada taco is especially notable.

Bartender Zari crafts margaritas and sings behind the bar. A self-service bar at the back lets people refill drinks easily. The bar area has a relaxed vibe and even seats families with small children.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was amazing and delicious."

"I loved Zari's singing behind the bar; she was so happy."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesdays offer an unlimited topping bar for $10 drinks.

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Happy hour features discounted food options and good prices.

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Reservations are not required for large groups, and separate checks are available.

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