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    Bar Ni Modo

    4.3 (72 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Ricardo B.

    It's okay if you're looking for a quick bite or drink but nothing more. Think of it as a lay over to where you want to go, a pit stop to your destination. Why? Well it's near a university, so it's supposed to be fairly affordable, but it's not. $7 or $8 per taco? Get real. Yes you read it correctly, that's for each taco. Sure they were good but it's hard to mess up a taco. The mixed drinks were good and dainty, small glasses, small portions but good. I tried one and it was served in a tall slim glass filled with ice from the bottom to the top. Let's talk about the food, they have appetizers and 2 main plates. I had a chicken chorizo sandwich. It was ground chicken and chorizo formed into a patty between two soft Chinese soft pancake buns type buns with onions and fingerling potatoes. "WHAT?" I know I know. I had to try it. I had to try it but removed the potatoes and ate them by themselves. My wife had tacos. Since it's next to a university, most of there customers were between 21 and 27. Other than another person sitting at the bar, they were only three people older than 40 at this place and that's including us. So if you're looking for a place to go out for dinner, this is not it even if you're a university student this is not the place for dinner if you're looking for a pitstop to grab a drink or a taco maybe this place. But if you're looking for Tacos, there's a taco stand right before this place that seems to be very popular.

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    Melina B.

    We have come here a couple times for drinks and I always have gotten the strawberry guava seltzer and I love it! It's a bit small inside but they have plenty of seating inside and outside. They also have a bar inside and there is a hostess stand right near the door and they are able to help with any questions and seating. Also everyone has always been kind and helpful. I want to come here and try the food one day because everything sounds good on the menu!

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    Mathew P.

    The ambiance is really cozy. It's an outdoor bar being a jacket if you're coming during the winter. The service is excellent! Mark is a stand up guy. Really friendly and made an excellent old fashioned. The food is a modern twist to Mexican food. The flavors are outstanding. I'm definitely coming here more often to drink and kick it with mark!

    Brandi P.

    Stopped by to grab a drink and chill out as we waited for the UCR Battle of the Bands to kick off. We sat at the bar (always one of my favorite places to sit to watch the bartender work their magic), seats were comfy. There is some seating inside as well as outdoors (covered and shady). The staff was great, very welcoming. They had a nice happy hour menu too. Beers were around $8 and my Jameson club soda (which was Topo Chico and my favorite) was $17. They were working on some new drinks for their menu so cannot wait to make it back up to Riverside to check them out and give them a try! For sure a great place to grab a drink, bite to eat and just relax and hangout with your friends.

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    Damon B.

    When I tell my fellow Riv expats there's some nice new establishments back in the hood, they all look surprised. I get it. Look, I'll always have love for the OG RVSD establishments. That said, when you experience the panoply of offerings in LA, other U.S. cities, and other time zones, and find a location in your hometown that punches in the same weight class as some of these other zip codes, the joy is that much sweeter. Bar Ni Modo is bout the business and stands 10 toes down with these other foos. Cuisine: 5/5. As of my second experience, nothing disappoints. All of their salsas come correct! Quesadillas and carnitas are savory and flavorful. Beverages: 5/5. Mole Margarita. Say less. Plenty of sabor and bass to this one. Representing. Mezcal old fashioned and TQM are solid too. Service: 5/5. Yo, shout out to the servers! LA can learn a thing or two from y'all about hospitality and keeping it real. Respeto. Ambiance: 5/5. Playlist nothing but flames. Cumbia. Salsa Dura. Merengue. Corridos Tumbados, Corridos Bélicos. Dope interior style, plus the outdoor vibes at Farm House Collective. Say less. Buen provecho!

    Kim H.

    New Bar at the Farmhouse Collective! Went here to meet up with some coworkers and it was great. $15 cocktails, that are delicious! We tried most of the cocktails and they were all unique but worked very well. All flavors were balanced. Hoping to come back soon to try the food. Service was great, the server was very accommodating. Ample indoor and outdoor seating. Located inside a shopping food mall so there's even seating outside of the actual bar.

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    Nain M.

    I was really disappointed with our experience. We were the only people in the restaurant, yet the service was extremely slow, which didn't make much sense. Our server seemed to avoid our table and acted like she was having difficulty understanding us -- even though we were speaking English clearly. It made the whole interaction feel uncomfortable and unwelcoming. Overall, the lack of attentiveness and the way we were treated left a bad impression. I hope management works on improving both service and how guests are made to feel when they dine there. I was excited to show my family this restaurant but hey you can't win them all. The female server was rude and not kind.

    Jasmine O.

    Came here last night with some friends and was surprised:) loved the drinks and it was nice that they offer mocktails . All our drinks were very tasty

    Victoria B.

    Bar Ni Modo has easily become one of my new favorite local bars. Their clarita's cafecito is one of my favorites & always tastes good. The foam is always perfect. Staff is also kind and attentive. My fiancé also really enjoys their old fashioned. We went recently on Halloween and they were giving out complimentary pan de muerto with every order. It was delicious, I also loved how they decorated for dia de los muertos. Honestly just a gem of a spot & they always have some kind of event going on. A perfect place to grab a drink with friends or grab a small bite and hangout. :)

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    Leilani M.

    Located at the farmhouse collective. An intimate Mexican themed bar/restaurant with inside, bar top or covered patio seating. Parking can be limited during busier hours or during concerts. Warmly welcomed and attended to. Great service and food. We tried items from their brunch menu. Fresh ingredients bursting with flavor, great for sharing. Served 11am-3pm. Separate dinner menu. Cocktails or mocktails and sodas are available.

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    Crystal G.

    I have been here at least 5 times and I always have a wonderful experience every time. I love the coco mami drink--it's amazing for a sweet tooth like me that enjoys tropical flavours. The beef cheek tacos are also delicious! They are so well crafted and the flavour combination of the toppings & the beef cheek is complex in the best way. I get both every time. The menu is limited, but the few items that are on there are made very well. The service is amazing, with friendly staff that go out of their way to ensure that guests feel comfortable and well taken care of. Shout out to AJ & Sophia! I also like the ambiance. I enjoy the outdoor seating that allows you to stay connected to the rest of the Farmhouse. Indoor seating has a nice sort of hidden away vibe as well. Overall, I love this restaurant!

    Came here for drinks and appetizers with a friend. The drinks were cute and we liked all the ones we tried. It was a bit busy but they were checking in often. Love the aesthetic as well.

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    Nicole A.

    Cute bar in Riverside with upscale vibes. The cocktail menu is diverse and fun and they were kind enough to make us some dirty martinis although we had to get 'special permission' since off-menu drinks aren't allowed usually? I would come back, I'd like to try the other drinks. I do wish they had some more substantial food options as well.

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    Thanks Mathew! Appreciate the review. Mark is the coolest

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    Hey Jasmine! Thanks so much for the review. Glad you had a good time!

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