Classic California food: burgers, sandwiches, burritos, and breakfast. You name it and George's probably has it. You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. Situated in a seedy corner lot on Magnolia and Harrison, don't let the semi-dilapidated surroundings fool you; this place is no joke. Try not to let your guard down while you are eating truly the best burger you can get in Riverside. The price is fair, but can add up quick as refills are not self serve or free and additional sauces (beyond ketchup and similar condiments) are not complimentary. Ranch is just shy of a dollar at .90¢. As much as I loathe paying extra for sauces, the amount of fries they give you seems to justify the upcharge, but, in my opinion, they should charge for EXTRA sauces and maybe include one with a combo. Seems nitpicky but those who need ranch with their fries can sympathize. Their breakfast special is fine, and you very much get what you pay for price and food wise. Again, start adding sides and the price becomes reminiscent of non-fast food sit down diner prices and, to me, that is not justifiable here. As far as other things on the menu, I cannot vouch for the wildly popular breakfast burritos but they were being ordered nonstop while I was visiting. I have tried the pastrami but it was very salty; but that's the nature of the game. With a menu like this, you are bound to hit a roadblock at some point. Just come back and try again. All that being said, this place really is quality and gives a quantity that you don't really see very often. My personal suggestion would be to get a chocolate milkshake with the burger combo, that's what really makes this place a 5/5. You won't regret it. Those in the know, know about George's. Try to be in the know. read more

I loved coming to this place but unfortunately after this last visit it's probably going to be my last. I called and placed a pick up order at 7:07pm. I live about 30mins away and asked if the the nacho cheese could be served on the side, and she agreed but from there I noticed a tone of annoyance. I arrived and paid for my order by 7:24pm. I did not end up leaving until 7:47pm. I watched them place a box on the top shelf of the stove containing an order, but I figured it was someone else's pick up order. I then proceeded to watch 5 customers after me walk up to the window, place their order, and then leave with their food in a timely manner. I took my receipt to the pick up window and the cashier immediately knew who I was, grabbed the box I saw them place on the shelf, and then told me they're just waiting on the cheese that I asked to be set on the side. Not sure if asking for the cheese to be on the side merited me waiting over 20mins. Mind you I would have been perfectly okay if she said it couldn't be done. I just wouldn't have ordered them. Not sure if there was an issue, but not once was that communicated to me. Nevertheless, this left me with an experience that makes me not want to come back. read more

I came here for their breakfast burritos after seeing a video online claiming they were the best in Riverside. Unfortunately, that wasn't my experience. I ordered two burritos--one original with bacon and sausage, and the other was a recommendation from one of the workers, the pastrami steak burrito. Both were pretty underwhelming. The place itself is really cool and has an old-school vibe, which I liked a lot. The service was also quite good. But overall, the food just didn't live up to the hype. read more

No frills diner food. In this economy the prices were really affordable and food was tasty and hot! read more

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George's drive-in was kind of off chicken tenders were just your average cookie cutter side of the road restaurant style oh yeah read more

George's has been a staple in Riverside for years. When it comes to a good burger or pastrami sandwich, you can't really go wrong there. Things have definitely changed throughout the years, but the food has mostly remained consistently good. I'm a sucker for good bacon, so I love that they still use really good bacon and haven't changed to that gross paper bacon that most places use nowadays. Their ranch and 1000 island are always on point, too. Occasionally we'll get a fatty pastrami sandwich but it's rare that it happens. The fries are always good and they also have fried zucchini and fried mushrooms. Lately the zucchini has been a bit soggy, even when we order it extra crispy. The biggest reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because of the decline in customer service. When the owners ran it, they were always so pleasant and friendly. I don't know if the girl at the front now is a family member or what, but she is just so unpleasant. She's always rude on the phone (when you can get her to answer it) and in person. Now, I understand if someone is having a bad day or it's busy and you're focused on that. However, we've tried several different times with this girl, and it's always the same. It doesn't take much to smile at a customer or say "thank you" or "have a good day", etc. Especially when the customer is nice to you. And a small kindness can go a long way. We'll still smash on a burger there, though. read more

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I had the George's Special with fried zucchini as a substitute for french fries. Great deal and zucchini here is one of my favorites. Typical service, it's on my lunch rotation read more

George's Drive-In - George's Special with fried zucchini substitution - American Near Me - Riverside, California

George's Drive in was good! I got a burger from there and I will say it was definitely worth the wait for the burger I got. The fries were hot and good as well. If you plan on going.. make sure you're ready to wait a bit. Approximately 20 mins for ordering your food and then receiving it due to lots of customers on some days. The vibe is great if you don't mind just waiting in your car or outside while you wait for your food. read more

We are a large family, usually 10 or more of us when we go out to eat. Because of that, we're always looking for good places where we can enjoy a meal together. We also try to support small mom-and-pop restaurants whenever we can instead of going to big chains. This time I convinced the family to drive about 40 minutes to try George's Drive-In in Riverside instead of going to Buffalo Wild Wings, which is only about 15 minutes from us. We really wanted to support a small spot. Since we're a big group, our order was pretty large. Some of the order came out wrong, which I understand can happen with a large order. We also paid for extra pastrami on some items and didn't receive it, but we didn't complain because mistakes happen. What was disappointing was the customer service. My daughter went to the counter to ask for some yellow peppers, and the cashier responded with attitude. That part was discouraging. We truly try to support small businesses and local restaurants, but good customer service makes a big difference, especially when families are choosing where to spend their money. I hope they improve in that area because we really do want to support local places like this. read more

George's Drive-In - American Near Me - Riverside, California

I decided to give this place another shot because it's always busy and seems to be a staple in Riverside. The owner George I'm guessing it was him since he has a G on his hat. Really rude with 0 customer service. His cashier misheard me when I said my order and I can see why the cashier was confused. If you have individual items per priced in your menu, why do you say that you guys don't serve them as individuals? I ordered chili cheese fries and 2 individual strips as a side which confused the cashier. I explained to him what happened and he was super rude to his cashier and me, stating he doesn't serve that only as side? Which was what I ordered, I wanted them on the side of my order of chili cheese fries. Update your menu to prevent further issues. Chili cheese fries were really good though. read more

George's Drive-In - Bacon avocado burger - American Near Me - Riverside, California

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I have been to this spot for many years. I used to love it but the last few times I've been here, the quality and service has declined. I don't think I will be giving it any more chances, sadly. read more

I ordered the "famous pastrami" sandwich $12 and made it a combo. Total was $21.30 with taxes. So you would think after paying that amount of money I could as for a single sauce and nope another $.90. Look I get the extra fee for extra sauces when people go over board. However it's 1 sauce for my expensive combo . The window attendant was holding off on the sauce as if her life depended on it lol. I asked for a full Refund (without me touching the bag of food yet) only then the sauce became "free". Just include it in the cost but don't nickel and dime people. Your location is ran down and dirty anyways and lost a first and last time client read more

George's Drive-In - The sauce cup is 1/2 the size of the sandwich. Small amounts of pastrami. - American Near Me - Riverside, California

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An institution here in Riverside for decades, the same Family has owned and operated it since 1974. Delicious homemade food. Great breakfast burritos served all day and night, amazing fried mushrooms and zucchini with a side of their homemade buttermilk dip, great fried fish sandwich, big grinders, also gotta try the "Pochito" chili dog burrito, homemade hard shell tacos, their banana splits and ice cream sundaes hit the spot, and their churros are large and awesome too! They have fixed their iconic neon sign which makes for great photo ops! read more

George's Drive-In - American Near Me - Riverside, California

I've been coming here for years and years for a late Sunday breakfast burrito but according to the girl working the register they don't do any breakfast item after 11:30, bummer! read more

Been going here for years!! Breakfast burritos are a must especially the steak one! Perfect salsa to complement all the flavors.

We ordered 2 Avocado Burgers, Chili Cheese Fries, some Zucchini's, and 2 pepsis and the drinks were the best thing about this place. Everything else had no flavor. read more

Ok so I've been to a lot of George's burgers in California and this one was clean , people were nice , and my food was hot and fresh very rare for a George's burgers , prices kinda high but it was good read more

I ordered a burger, sandwich and chili cheese fries. The burger was ok. It was warm but needed some sauce. The enjoyed the chili cheese fries more. They were cooked well and the onions on top were a good addition. However, once you get past the chili the fries by themselves had no seasoning and were plain. There is outside table seating. read more

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They got a new owner so the food is they obviously don't care about the quality after being vegan for years and moving away coming back I was excited to try George's again... I saw the reviews where people said the owner changed and the food quality wasn't good, I didn't want to believe it but DAMN it's bad for reference I got the nuggets and fries, I even asked for them extra crispy, figured it's hard to mess that up. & zucchini fries that had no flavor... The ranch was also really thick and sour tasting missing the flavor of a mom n pop shop ranch. Anyways yee just don't, Nikkos burger is down the street and their food is DELICIOUS. read more

Best burger I ever had. I got the classic burger and it hit so good! I'd say better than in & out! Give it a try! 10/10 5 stars! Cashier was very nice and service was quick and food was fresh! Plenty of parking space and very nice and clean! Inside was clean too read more

All the cashiers who have helped me have been really wonderful. Although I do miss that one dude who would yell at the top of his lungs when someone's order was ready. His voice was powerful and honestly it was iconic. The fries from here are my Kryptonite. read more

Still the bomb! Been coming here for 32 years! I order a deluxe taco salad without the beans and shell when I'm doing keto. read more

George's Drive-In - Deluxe taco salad no shell, no beans for when I'm doing keto. - American Near Me - Riverside, California

Mal servicio, el lugar está muy sucio y las mesas de adentro están en mal estado, la atención super mala, una chica super grosera y la comida muy regular la verdad, para el precio que tiene está mala, sanidad debería de ir a revisar ese lugar read more

I stayed away from this place for twenty years. Now I know why. I ordered the steak sandwich and it was terrible. It was like shoe leather. So tough couldn't eat it. Threw it away. read more

We got one cheeseburger special (1/4 pound burger, side of fries and a large soda) and it was fantastic! The fries were delicious and more than enough for two people to eat. Freshly fried to perfection and so tasty! The burger was also fantastic--love their special sauce, lettuce was crisp and fresh. We drove in, ordered and were out in less than 5 minutes. Love the retro vibe, friendly customer service and ample parking. This place is a keeper. read more

Had a females hair in my ranch dressing at this place today straight up gross. Don't think I'm coming back to this spot.

They are closing this month and it's going to missed especially when they had the Hay Day of Burgers! read more

George's Drive-In - Cheeseburger - American Near Me - Riverside, California

Aneice at the window is so rude. This place used to be good but not sure what happened. Maybe not have her work the window. It just ruins the whole experience. At least the food is good. It was a bit upsetting because I asked two burgers without cheese but forgot the third person also asked for no cheese. I apologized and said actually three no cheese. She rudely said yeah I got that. You know what happened. All of them had cheese, so no Aniece you didn't get that. Horrible service I didn't want to deal with it so I left with the order. I thought it was just one with cheese so I was gonna eat that one but turns out it was all of them when I got home. read more

It took 25 minutes to get a burrito and burger with two drinks. Four other people ordered after us and got their food before us. The burrito had no flavor but the burger was ok. Will never go back. read more

I was there on Friday 430pm. I nicely asked a group of teenage boys in front of me not to use f word. One called his mom & she drove to the place. Then started yelling & cussing at me. I went & asked people inside working to help me. But the guy blew me off & no one helped. The group kept harassing me until I got my food. We get food from this place often. But I will no longer spend my money or time here. Plus had my 87 year old dad in car with me. read more

Seating area definitely needs a make over. Seats were ripped, tables falling apart. Just everything about the seating area was gross. When we got our food, a napkin of blood as if one of the cooks cut their finger and covered it with a napkin, was in the to-go tray they gave us, super disgusting. And then the owner and his family came to the restaurant during the time we were there. Pulled up in a BMW & Mercedes. Ate the food with no care that their restaurant looks disgusting but driving around in nice cars. Let's just say their priorities are not in order. Never will eat here again. read more

Holly was so amazing with my phone order. Thank you girl !! Finally they've hired adequate staff to match the bomb cooks whom can now prepare my order correctly once again :) read more

Great food! Fries and cheeseburgers were perfect. Friendly service. Great retro ambiance.

On my way to Palm Springs, jonesing for a breakfast burro, and found George's Drive-in. Way under-rated, the bacon/sausage breakfast burrito was HUGE and did not disappoint. Great taste, and great value. read more

Great food! The wait is a little while but worth it every time. You can call in orders if you don't wanna wait :) read more

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Our Burgers were tasty . And the onion rings and mushrooms were great. This was a lot of food I couldn't finish it. If your in the area try them out read more

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My chicken was raw lol. Threw it out because why would I keep it? Called and asked for a refund and they said yea so when I went they wanted the chicken sandwich back so bad for me to get a refund. Showed the picture and the guy said "you could've done that yourself" why the h3ll would I put raw chicken on my own sandwich why would I go through the struggle of driving home and back for 13 bucks LOL WHATTTT and the guy at the register was so defensive about it like if it was coming out of his pocket or something read more

George's Drive-In - raw chicken lol - American Near Me - Riverside, California

Do not listen to the bitter reviews. Yes there's homeless people outside, but it's worth it. Best breakfast burritos I've ever had. 20 stars

Amazing zucchini order! Tasty crispy, and the best thick and flavorful ranch dressing ever! A 10-10! At $5.95 a bargain, the bag was full!! read more

I wanted to grab breakfast for me and my family after doing some laundry and I thought about trying George's Drive-In because it was recommended by a friend and down the street. Decent sized parking lot and the building has this retro feeling of a real mom & pop kitchen. The signs were well lit and easy to read. The menu was simple to understand and even had specials. I was the only person there and was ignored. I noticed workers walking around and even heard the chef yell out "WINDOW!" which I assume was to tell someone to come up front but no. Someone did walk by again, putting stuff away and laughing. I don't eat out much anymore but when I do, I like to support local businesses. I'm sure this wasn't on purpose and not personal to me but what happened this morning felt uncomfortable. I don't know. I was only person there waiting and there was no greeting or acknowledgment when a customer is literally standing right at the window. Even telling me "I'll be right with you" would've been okay but the entire energy made me feel weird so I left. I didn't say anything....i just left and I won't be back. read more