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    Estrella Cantina Lounge

    4.1 (591 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Ambiance was cool. Prices were high. Food and drinks were just ok. Honestly the best thing was the chips and salsa which we had to pay extra for and the fries with the kids meal were very good. We got fajitas the shrimp was very good and the portion was large. We also ordered the ribeye which was expensive and half fat and didn't come with any sides. We also ordered aguachiles were bomb and a fried fish platter which was ok and a kids bean burrito also just ok. I got a margarita which was in a very short glass with a ton of ice. Not worth the $16 that's for sure. We won't be going back. Prices too high for what the food is worth.

    Deisy R.

    I had the carne asada burrito, it was quite hefty, I was only able to eat half. We also ordered the guacamole as an appetizer. This restaurant has plenty of seating, we got there almost right at opening and were seated right away. Service was fast and friendly. They had some good music going as well. Street parking can be hard to come by, especially on a weekend but there is a parking structure nearby.

    Tajin mango margarita tasty
    Tiffany P.

    Food was okay we didn't eat much we came from lunar new year celebration where there was plenty of food trucks! We came here ordered a drink, amd appetizers hot wings classic bone in and taquitos de papa which is one of my hubby's faves. Service was okay actually not door good. I had to get up and get napkins the hot wings were saucy, messy but good. Ambiance was nightlife, you would gi there for drinks you can view the street and see ppl walking by. Drinks were typical price about 15-16 a little high but your going out so its price you pay.

    Perfect atmosphere!!

    Loved loved loved this place. My girlfriends and I came for a bday dinner and had a great time. Their lemon drop and music was so good. Perfect for pictures!

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    Food - 10/10 Had the Enchiladas plate, easily one of the best plates I've had due to simple plating, complex flavors, and portions. Service - 10/10 Wait staff attentive Ambiance - 10/10 Very lively for dinner and lounge experience. Not a place if you want to deeply talk as the music is quite loud.

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    We arrived just in time before the Conjunto Norteño started playing so getting a table was easy. We ordered food and drinks and both were awesome. I would definitely return to this restaurant again. I has the sopes and guacamole. And we had a couple of Paloma Negras and Margaritas to wash down the good food. The music playing also was not too loud and it was enjoyable.

    Such a fun spot! The food was amazing, the drinks were on point, and the vibe turned into a whole party by the end of the night. Perfect place if you want good Mexican food and a great nightlife atmosphere.

    Tacos

    The service here is amazing !! and the food is delicious!! I would recommend anyone to come here and try their food and drinks !!

    Perfect for a girls night out & great drinks ! Definitely coming back! Great service!

    Bianca A.

    The tacos were great the service was amazing! Super thankful to the staff that helped me out of my situation. I think waitress name was Fabiola, I could never thank you enough for knowing to read the uncomfortable situation I was in and helping me out. Your hospitality did not go unnoticed and I could only thank you for working tonight and changing my environment. After that music and drinks were perfect!!! Security was also the best...

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    18 days ago

    They had amazing service and accommodated our large party. The staff was amazing and I would highly recommend this place!

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    5 days ago

    Food and drinks are amazing, along with a great atmosphere. Ask for Enrique! He is an amazing waiter and created a great experience for us!

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    4 days ago

    David's Customer service was 10/10 very respectable and attentive to my friends and myself.

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    4 days ago

    Great customer service , great music and David is the best waiter everyone is very welcoming and nice

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    4 days ago

    Amazing service great music and drinks waiters are very nice and food is very tasty ! Abraham and David are the best !!!

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    6 days ago

    First time here was good ambiance, live music and good service and David was a great server! Vibes 10/10!

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    Ambiance and location is great. Minor complaint would be that chips and salsa is not complimentary.

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    18 days ago

    Amazing place to go have dinner with friends! the food is GREAT! the drinks are GREAT! and customer service is PHENOMENAL!

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    3 months ago

    Cynthia, one of the hostesses was extremely rude. I have never been to an establishment with someone so unprofessional.

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    Ask the Community - Estrella Cantina Lounge

    Where is the parking?

    Restaurants in downtown Riverside usually do not have parking lots but there are plenty of public parking garages around. The closest one to Estrella is on Orange Street between University and Mission Inn Ave.

    Is there any attraction when you go doing brunch?

    Attraction? Do you mean like Mariachis? I was there on a Friday night and they only play music but no Mariachis.

    Do they offer a full service bar yet?

    Yes

    Is there music 🎶 playing on the weekend nights ? What kind ? Are the lights in the restaurant dim at night or bright ? Trying to find out what type of atmosphere this place is on weekend nights. Thank you 😊

    there is music it's pretty loud at night but lunch and brunch it's less, they just started happy hour and karaoke on thursday nights, sunday they have a kid perform (he's really good) the lights are dim at night and during the day natural lighting.… Read more

    Is it family oriented?

    Yes you can bring children just know that if are seated in the main dinning area they play music and it's loud. I also recommend making reservations, if you do a walk up you might see several open tables and they'll still tell you there's a 45… Read more

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    W Wolfskill

    4.3(529 reviews)
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    What a gem of a place! You wouldn't expect a well decorated interior from the outside streets, but…read moreupon walking in, you'd be pleasantly surprised. The ambiance is well created with the dim lights, lit bar, and sounds of ice being shaken. My fiancé and I were seated right at the middle of the bar upon opening, and our bartender named Chris (?) was extremely welcoming with a sense of humor. He gave us an ample of amount of time to review the menus. We first got an IPA and the Love me Knot. For food, we ordered some Cajun fries and the party wings with red chimichurri sauce. The wings were fantastic! The fries were very crunchy, and I wish they were a tad bit softer. For our next round of drinks, we got the Old Fashioned and the Bee's Knees. The drinks were right on par. We left after a few hours and found ourselves quite satisfied. It was a fun experience and the monthly change of words above the liquor wall is always a conversation starter. Needless to say, we'll be back!

    Second time here and it was ok for a Tuesday night! Sat for about 20 min until got service got…read morerecommended the Eastside which was super good! 10/10 for the east side order the Cajun fries came out super cold 3/10 than got the Jack rose or something like that it was ok 5/10 didnt finish it. Also their Photo Booth was out of order pretty bummed.

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    Jailbird... okay, but something about it tastes musty/ leaves an after taste

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    El Patrón Downtown Riverside - Chicken flautas

    El Patrón Downtown Riverside

    3.9(1k reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    I wish I had pictures to show what my wife and I ordered for dinner and drinks. Meli, our waitress,…read morewas great. She was kind enough to change tables after we ordered our food. The sun was shining on my face. I don't know who came over to our table to recommend a tequila for our flight. Dame Mas was a very good choice. My wife is more of a tequila drinker than I am. I did hog up the Dame Mas to myself. The restaurant had a nice atmosphere for a relaxing dinner. I recommend ordering the bacon-wrapped shrimp stuffed with crab meat; it's the best. We loved the food and the drinks. I also recommend the Black Widow, a very good drink to end our dinner date.

    We celebrated my grandma's 80th bday here. My uncle rented out the outdoors patio & small room…read moreadjacent to it from 1pm-4:30pm for an affordable price with deposit paid in advance to reserve. The owner, Santiago, allowed us to come a half hour beforehand to decorate & we came in, not knowing what to expect. Upon our arrival, the birthday cake was promptly whisked away to the kitchen, we found Santiago PERSONALLY on his hands & knees fixing the electrical cords for us, our servers introduced themselves & graciously helped us rearrange the set-up to accommodate the band we brought in. Then helped us rearrange the layout yet again once we realized the band needed to be next to the electrical outlets. I was embarrassed to even ask so I started doing it myself but they jumped right in without being asked. If I'm being honest, usually I'm not a fan of buffet meals, so I wasn't expecting much. But everything served was SO delicious! The fajitas were my favorite dish, not only flavorful but also nice & moist. Not only that, but they refilled the food for us as it ran out. They brought out to-go boxes for the leftovers, & best believe my family took home every last bite! The lime margarita tower was SO yummy but also hella dangerous because it was strong!! Other restaurants will give you watered down drinks but El Patron doesn't play. We were only planning on one but it was so good, we couldn't resist getting another. From start to finish, the servers (Leslie and Cecilia) were on POINT. Their service went above & beyond expectations-- continuously checking on us, refilling drinks/food, taking photos, etc. Not only that, but also, when my young autistic nephew unfortunately got sick, they were so incredibly compassionate about it & helped clean up the mess right away. I was absolutely blown away by the attention to detail & quality of care. As my grandma is getting older, we are especially cherishing these final years with her. We spent thousands overall (venue, music, photographer, special mass, etc) but every last cent was worth seeing her happy with all of her loved ones. After many months of planning, I was super nervous about something going wrong but I can honestly say that core memories were made. Thank you to Santiago, Leslie & Cecilia for your hospitality, good food & work ethic-- it truly meant so much for our family unit.

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    Enchiladas Plate

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