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Bushfire Kitchen - Riverside

4.2 (265 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Virginia A.

Never heard of this spot before! Bushfire Kitchen focuses on healthy, protein-based meals. In my opinion, the prices are a bit steep. Don't get me wrong the portions are solid but for Riverside, I think they could be a bit more reasonable. Its giving LA prices! Services was prompt but we did wait for the steak. I had the chicken, and my partner had the steak plate. The yellow sauce was okay, but the real star of the show is the chimichurri. It's packed with flavor, and I definitely preferred it with the steak over the chicken. The setup of the place feels a bit off. When you walk in, it has a Blaze Pizza-style concept where you build your own bowl or plate. They also offer natural sodas, which I personally wasn't a fan of. I wouldn't say the vibe is off-putting, but it does feel like it's missing a bit of warmth. Parking is easy and accessible. Maybe next time I'll try a different menu item and reconsider my rating.

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Nancy T.

Friendly place. While we didn't bring a dog, as a longtime dog fosterer and dog-lover, I was happy to see lots of furry friends with their families in the outdoor eating area. We enjoyed our meal here. We had the chicken curry bowl, tri-tip bowl, Tri-tip plate, and Salmon and tri-tip plate. All received a thumbs up from my family. Portion size was just enough. My sweet potato fries were really good. Brussels sprouts were perfectly cooked, just enough char for flavor and crunch, but not over done. Chimi Churri sauce was good, but not spicy at all (I like a little kick), so those who like it mild (like my son) will like this. I also had the pomegranate lemonade. Too sweet for my preference, so I mixed a little ice tea with it and all was good.

Surf & Turf Plate (gf)
Ernest M.

We apologize coming late in the evening. We had friends meeting up with us but we dined in late. food: chicken and beef plate. I forgot what the actual name of the plate but you can see in my pictures. What i really liked about this meal and the menu looks good and clean. The food not only taste amazing but filling and clean. We are gearing up for a spartan race and I would come back to this place if i was in town. Service: you order at the counter, then they will bring it to your table. Ambiance: rustic clean, lots of tables and some tv to watch some sports. parking: plenty on both sides.

Steak sandwich with sweet potato fries
Theresa C.

Food was very good grass bed meats fresh produce menu was good. Service was good. Kind of a fast food ambience atmosphere but a good place to get a good meal.

Steak sandwich with grandmas Mac n cheese & hamburger with fries
Lizarely Q.

At first we thought this would be a sit down and someone will serve us but it's actually more of order and pay first then the food comes out to your table. It is a different menu so I really enjoyed that. I had the steak sandwich & my man had the hamburger with their house IPA. I had their cherry tart soda, sooo good! It does seem to get busy but it was good overall.

Gregg S.

This place had great reviews, so my BF took me here for dinner. It's conveniently located in the canyon Crest town center. The food seemed schizophrenic, the Internet said the food was American, but then they had seasonal Japanese menu, and they had empanadas which seemed latin and then they had vegetarian food, but also had burgers and steaks, it was a bit confusing. I paid 15$ o and only got a small sandwich, no sides included and my BF said the rice in his thai dish was very gummy. I don't think we'll be going back. There is a beautiful courtyard, so enjoy dining al fresco!

Salad with poppyseed dressing and sweet potato fries (gf/ celiac friendly)
Heyley S.

Celiac here! Visiting Riverside and ate here with family. It was delicious! I ordered a salad with poppy dressing and some sweet potato fries (random combo, but when there's a safe fryer.. you always get fries!) Super tasty *chefs kiss* There are more gluten free options, including proteins, I just wasn't super hungry. I definitely plan on trying more once I return to riverside.

Emily G.

My family and I came to Bushfire Kitchen for dinner tonight and had a great experience from start to finish. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and the customer service was fantastic. We ordered a kids chicken tenders and fries plate, which was perfect for our son. For the adults, we had the surf and turf plate with mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts, as well as the El Fuego burger with fries.Both were delicious and cooked really well. We also tried a few extras including the mac and cheese, a beef empanada, a blueberry and cream empanada, and a chocolate chip cookie. Honestly, everything was so good. The mac and cheese was creamy and flavorful, and both empanadas were a standout, especially the blueberry and cream for a sweet treat after our meal. For drinks, I had the house white sangria and their seasonal lavender hibiscus lemonade, which was super refreshing and a perfect pairing with the meal. Overall, we had a really great experience and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend if you're looking for fresh, healthy, quality food with options for the whole family.

Veggie Empanada (v)
Cherry J.

I've heard a lot of good things and seen some other reviews hyping up the vegetarian menu. I ended up trying the veggie plate that comes with two sides of choice (mac n cheese and roasted cauliflower) and a veggie empanada. If you are a raw vegetarian or vegan this plate might be great for you but I feel that it lacked substance. There was definitely something missing. Everything was just okay. Not good, not bad, but also not really worth the hype. I'm giving 4 stars because everything else was amazing! I like the inside/outside seating and how attentive the workers are. The music they played had me grooving. I wouldn't go here on my own but it's nice to come with friends and get a snack.

Millionaire's BLT , Sweet Potato Fries
Jason A.

Tried the Millionaire BLT with sweet potato fries, the Gaucho steak sandwich, and the chicken empanadas--everything was very good. The BLT was loaded and flavorful, the fries were crispy with just the right sweetness, and the steak sandwich was cooked well and satisfying. The empanadas were a great addition too. Overall, really solid meal and I'd definitely come back.

tri Grass-Fed Tri-Tip Bowl (gf)
Joy J.

10/10! Bomb. Like truly the food was cooked to perfection and i love how it's casual yet still a restaurant type of style. The tri tip is 100% recommended, flavor was amazing and the chimichuri was amazing. My boyfriend got the blt and he said their bacon was the best part. Also the Mac and cheese was more of a pasta but i appreciate the little crispy part of the mac and cheese. Service was very friendly and helpful when cleaning up/getting to go boxes. Definitely a place to try out if you can!

Peri Peri Chicken Plate (gf)
Martin D.

Bushfire reminds me of a farm to table type of restaurant. Everything tastes like it's made from scratch. They have some many delicious sides to choose from. Customer service is always exceptional when you dine in.

Veronica F.

Came by for casual dinner. Clean and organized inside. Friendly staff and great food selection to choose from. Surf n Turf plate was delish and the steak sammich, I heard was good too. You get what you pay for. Gluten friendly!

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Delicious food, expertly prepared. I especially enjoyed the Millionaire's Bacon. Bravo!

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Outstanding food. The fries are the best in Riverside. We had the Million Dollar BLT, w/avocado. Simply the best.......

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Service here is great, very friendly and helpful. Food is amazing and the prices aren't bad either. Definitely recommend and will be back.

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Great food and plenty of seating for large group. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

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Delicious food and lots of Gluten free options. The service was great! Looking forward to going there again soon!

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The service and the food is amazing. So is the happy hour. Highly recommend. Have only tried that bowls so far.

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THIS PLACE IS AWFUL... The brisket looked like it came from a can of dog food.. and the service was horrible

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