The bartender was so nice and the alcohol is very reasonable. I had a champagne today. A break…read morefrom my usual chardonnay. They give you a cup and the mini bottle. Their champagne is light and you're definitely not getting buzzed with 3 or 4 bottles. The bar is in the corner next to the beer brew bar. Its small and cute. Easy to order here and not busy so very laid back.

Ambience is very chill here. Love that there are so many food choices and great selection of beer,…read morecocktails, and wine. Bartenders are prompt and social. Great bar for a happy hour or weekend out with friends or family. Pricing is some of the best in town. Plenty of parking out back, front or side streets.

The ambiance is great example of a nice lounge. The service is great, they are very attentive and…read morethe food is just delicious as well as the choice of cocktails.

Came in for Happy Hour and let me just saw wow! Service is amazing, staff is super friendly and…read morehelpful. The place is super cute perfect for a 1st date or romantic dinner. Food is delicious, we only had the appetizers but I am sure it's great cause their appetizers were phenomenal. Drinks were great too. Lots of options.

Loved our waitress Sway. So fun and great at making suggestions. I love their beef and chicken…read moretacos so savory and cheap and great tasting ! More later 5/9 107 pm Sway was so vibrant with her interactions with our party! Freely made recommendations about ordering and I wasn't disappointed! The avocado wrapped tuna salad was so fresh. Great curated ingredients.

Nothing like a local live music, a bit of day drinking, and delicious food on a Sunday afternoon!…read more Awesome right? Andrea you are best Best 5 Star - Dive Bar

The last time I was here was a couple of months ago for a doctors appointment. Downtown Riverside…read moremust have their hot spots in the evening but during the daytime, it's pretty mellow. Or maybe where I've been. This place is along the downtown strip like their main street area. Both times I've been, it was pretty mellow during the week. Seems to be more of business people walking around versus the locals here and there. Im thinking the weekend, this area gets lively with locals out and about. And the nightlife coming out. Anyway, we had a little time to kill before the appointment and lunch was calling. This area has covered parking in the structure as well as street parking. It's paid as well with the kiosk nearby. We stopped by before 2pm, still lunch time but the place was pretty quiet. The lunch crowd must have passed. There was maybe two other tables utilized. Restaurant itself isn't that big with majority of the seating is outside on the patio. Inside is smaller. Of course with the heatwave going on, they did have the mister on full blast. It was nice but with the fan as well, we did get a little soaked...lol... We had the same waitress that took care of us last time, Mackenzie. I remember her name this time. She was the sweetest and most accommodating. Made sure that whatever we needed was taken cared of. Amazing customer service and very friendly. I didn't know they had a lunch menu as I alway thought they were all the same. Price wise was great and very affordable. Beforehand, chips and salsa were brought out. Nice warm chips and a mild salsa. Quite tasty to start. Even with this heatwave, ramen was calling and they have barria ramen. That's a must as it was much enjoyed the last time. Also the fish tacos meal which I must say was massive. Big pieces of fish, two of them and served with a side of rice and beans. It's a massive meal if you're hungry. Both dishes were great and flavorful. Extra salsa was brought out which was spicy habaneros. If you like heat, that will do. The service was great and the food was delicious. Makenzie was a major doll and sweetheart. Great customer service that made you feel welcomed. Will definitely be back.

Came here on a Friday night as a friends request. We sat outside where there was a DJ, such a vibe!…read moreIt was definitely hot but they had multiple fans on full blast. Service was AMAZING and fairly quick even with it being a Friday night. Drinks were an absolute SMASH! We got Mexican candy shots that were delicious & had a mango margarita. Those margaritas were surprisingly strong & soo good! Only reason it's getting 4/5 stars is because my quesabirria tacos I felt were dry and lacking flavor. Everything else definitely made up for it so we'll be back. I think I just had high hopes because my friend hyped it up so much. I'd love to come back during their brunch! Or come back and try something new.

A great selection of drinks, settled in a cozy but quirky bar. The staff are super nice and…read morehelpful, and it's solidly affordable. My favorite bar in Riverside, easily.

Insanely friendly service. It was like the bartender really loved his job. Genuinely enjoyed it…read more Things I would want to know: 1. No food, but you're welcome to bring your own. 2. Lots of space for chilling. Don't be turned away by the entrance, which communicates a small, niche space. 3. If you're expecting a small niche space based on the front entrance, get ready to be surprised by the spaciousness. Trivia: Several breweries claim the spot of first "craft" or "microbrewery." What two breweries, one of which is closed down, start with the letter A claim the title?

Definitely have mixed feelings about this place, but overall we had a good experience. I absolutely…read moreloved the decor and the whole country theme -- they really committed to it! Our bartender was also very nice and he honestly fit the whole vibe of the restaurant perfectly. There were really only two downsides for us. The candied bacon was a little too much. The candy coating was pretty thick and extremely sticky, which made it difficult to chew once you bit into it. The other issue was one of the female bartenders. I didn't catch her name, but unfortunately her attitude came across as pretty judgmental and unfriendly, not only toward us but toward several other people as well. It definitely put a bit of a damper on the experience. Aside from those two things, everything else was good. The atmosphere is fun, the place is super cute, and I'd definitely give it another try!

The service was amazing and fast. Called in to reserve for two and the gal that answered was kind…read moreand helpful. The ambiance is really cool especially the sign that reads " In God we trust" . Lots of people wearing boots. We ordered the cowboy steak. It was cooked perfectly and the garlic butter made it memorable. The stars were definitely the Brussels sprouts, even my non veggie eating husband loves them. Country fried steak was also delicious! We want to come back and check out the live music soon. This place definitely hit the spot.

Have to add to a recent trip to flat top... We had the…read morerib-eye and lamb pops! Not just the best tasting food but we were greeted by everyone working on Thursday night 8/6/26 all are so kind, friendly and professional! Also, the knives were sharp enough to cut through our meat and vegetables which is important to us and our waitress was Taylor! She was very kind And professional which to us Is very important to have a staff that checked on you constantly! Will keep going back! A bit pricey but worth every dollar! Their chefs are the best! Our personal opinions as foodies!

I was completely disappointed by this place…read more It was just a stop along the way to San Diego for a business convention, and I was really hoping the steaks would live up to the hype. This is not a steak restaurant--it's more like a bar with food. The ambiance feels more like a casual hangout than a fine dining experience. I ordered a medium steak, and it came out way too rare. I sent it back, expecting it to be cooked properly the second time, but it came back medium well, and I think they probably just forgot about it. The steak was extremely tough and chewy, like it had been sitting in the fridge for days. I also ordered the filet sandwich for a quick bite on the go, but it was just as disappointing. The bread was stale, the meat was dry, and the whole thing lacked flavor. The vegetables were overcooked and mushy, with little to no taste. For the prices they charge, I would have expected at least a decent steak and some fresh, flavorful sides. If you're serious about your steak, do not come here. It seems like they have cooks, not chefs, handling the meat, and they clearly don't understand the basics of temperature or doneness. This was a huge letdown, and I won't be returning. Not again.

Back to the Grind is one of those Riverside spots that actually has personality. Good vibes, good…read morefood, great service, and classic music that somehow makes you feel cooler than you really are. What I liked most is that they kept the nostalgic feel of the 1920s building instead of turning it into another place that looks like it was designed by the same person who decorates every new apartment complex in California. The old-school character is still there, and it works. It's laid-back, comfortable, and just a good place to grab some food or coffee and hang out for a while. Basically, if the 1920s had Wi-Fi and better coffee, this is probably what it would feel like.

The ambiance is absolutely amazing. Lots of seating, coaches, standing tables and more. they have…read moreweekly events so if you want a quiet place to study, watch out (open mic nights etc). Our orders were made fast, the service we received was not subpar or bad, I am unsure why there's a lot of negative reviews. The only con is having to pay for parking in the area unless you park further in the free zones. We ordered the croissants and I will say, they are on the smaller side but they are also priced reasonably. Overall we really enjoyed it and will be back.