I've been there a few times (Birthday dinners, stop in for a few drinks etc.) and overall a good experience each time. I knock off one star because I think the portions are a little small for what you pay regarding food, but I will say I like to eat a lot, so take what you will of that. Nonetheless, the food and drinks are always good. I recently stopped in with my fiancé and we sat at the bar. We were very pleased to have Peter as our bartender. Very congenial, very knowledgeable when asking him about different drinks, and very patient with us, not to mention moving with expediency (which I always appreciate). He definitely elevated our experience and we'll be back in the future for drinks! Thanks Peter! read more

Amazing food and service. They were able to accommodate 16 people with little notice on a Sunday night. They were willing to split the checks, up to 16, individual checks. I ordered the Bourbon BBQ burger, no complaints, I'd give it a 9/10. The beef was juicy, flavorful tempura onion rings, and generous BBQ sauce. Fries were decent, and plentiful. There was so much food, I had to box up half to eat the next day. Extra thank you to the wonderful staff and accommodating our needs at the last minute. read more

I've been to the state other locations a couple times and always love the food. We went to this location and had a great service! The restaurant has a great ambiance, great for date nights or just a casual dinner. We love the burgers and you can't go wrong with an appetizer they have. We got the bacon wrap dates! The blackberry bbq burger is my favorite, it's very unique. read more

The State - BlackBerry bbq burger and fires - American Near Me - Riverside, California

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The state ambiance was what is expected from a downtown Riverside restaurant. That is a large, loud, and mix of modern pub style space with plenty of tables and bars. The service for our group was acceptable since it was rush hour during lunch and the group of 10 was definitely a factor. The food I ordered was the steak ribeye and I requested it to be medium rare, but it was more so medium. That is okay, but I wish I just got what I requested. read more

The State - American Near Me - Riverside, California

Have noticed this restaurant for awhile and always wanted to try it so, glad I was able to finally meet a group of friends there! When you walk in, you notice the beautiful tall decorated bar and large dining area. We came for Sunday lunch so there was not too long a wait. The bruschetta was fresh, right amount of garlic and spices on top of the nice crisp toast. The hamburger was so juicy, flavorful with the chips that I ordered another one to go for my husband. The meatballs were moist and paired well with the tomato sauce. The State is easily accessible in downtown Riverside with garage parking options. I will definitely return. read more

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Service is acceptable, the host at the front was not attentive. We ended up at the bar. Ambiance is that of a typical higher end bar, wooden floors, ample seating. The drinks are generous pours, but the food lacked depth of flavor and adequate seasoning. I had the truffle burger, but I could not taste or smell truffles which have a very distinct aroma and taste the chips are overcooked, almost burnt. Good took longer than anticipated. Come here only if you have enough time to dine. Happy hour menu is not exciting. read more

The State - Specials - American Near Me - Riverside, California

I came here for a brunch get together and the food and service were both amazing! I love the vibes in this restaurant and the decor! The party I was apart of were already seated so when I walked in, I informed the hostess and she showed me where to sit! I sat down and the waitress came right over to take my order since I was a little late and my party had already ordered! I already knew I wanted a mimosa with pineapple juice and chicken and waffles! The waitress asked me if I wanted a bottle of champagne because it would be cheaper and she was right, the bottle was $12! I was able to share it with a friend of mine! The chicken and waffles were delicious and everything I wanted! I would love to come back and try their dinner options! read more

The State - Chicken and Waffles - American Near Me - Riverside, California

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Nice location experience was good. Have there state burger give it 8. Drink selection is good. Restrooms clean. read more

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We ordered the New York steak along with the pesto chicken sandwich, both were delicious! Our server was attentive and got our drinks served right away. She checked on our table multiple times throughout to make sure we were okay. We had a reservation & were seated right away at a booth. Our drinks for the night were the Agua de Rosalita & Rum to the Hills. That Agua de Rosalita is a little on the sweeter side!! Parking wasn't too bad as we beat the crowds in the evening. Restaurant was quiet, low dimmed lights, and great for a date night! read more

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I met a friend here for lunch. The restaurant doesn't have its own lot but I had no problem finding parking on the street and paid for 2 hours at the meter. The first thing I noticed when walking through the door was an impressive bar. The rest of the restaurant is open and has a slightly swanky feel, yet not pretentious. I'd feel comfortable whether in a suit or jeans (I was in the latter). Our waitress was phenomenal. Very gracious and friendly. I ordered their blackberry barbecue burger, choosing a house salad as my side. I also ordered a ginger ale to drink, which was magnificent - they make it in-house. The burger was excellent. The burger itself was tasty, an "American wagyu beef blend". The brie cheese, thick blackberry bbq sauce, arugula, and candied bacon, all of which topped the burger, blended perfectly for a deliciously unique taste. The bbq sauce had just a tiny bit of heat which I appreciated. The accompanying salad was pretty good too, with the arugula and candied almonds perking up the rest of the greens. The atmosphere of the place made me expect a higher bill than what I got - it was quite reasonable for the food served. I would probably indulge in something from their extensive wine, beer, and cocktail list on a return visit. read more

The State - blackberry barbecue burger (with side salad) - American Near Me - Riverside, California

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On our way back from the beach we made a detour to Downtown Riverside. It's always one of my favorite stops if I can make it today while walking past some of the shops, The State caught my eye. We already ate lunch earlier in Redlands so we decided to check it out and get some drinks at the bar. It was beautiful inside and I knew instantly I would love it. I'm not really a fan of beer or hard cocktails so I ordered a margarita. When I asked the bartender what their best one was, he explained it to me and it sounded delicious. He also let me know it was $25 which I appreciate ahead of time in case I wasn't trying to go crazy but hey, I'm on vacation. I did tell him I don't like the taste of super strong alcohol so he did adjusted a little bit and even took a few bucks off which I appreciated even though I didn't ask him to do that so that was kind the bar seats were cozy. When we got there, there was quite a few people at different tables, but it was still easy to talk. The music was in a good level and I just really love the vibe in there. I made it a few other spots nearby and I'd say this one was the best just from their bar alone.. service was great the entire time and prices were fair. Happy hour specials were good and they had one for every day of the week. They even had Tuesday eight dollar margaritas unfortunately for me we came on a Monday lol read more

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Today we tried burgers , not your average burger either , Wagyu meat burgers. Truffle is my new favorite . Service here is consistent in being friendly and respectful. Love the ambiance , right noise level, atmosphere here is always good. read more

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Always great food and drinks. That ambiance is great for dates or just chilling with friends. Tons of parking in the structure nearby They also have midweek specials read more

The State - Burger and fries - American Near Me - Riverside, California

Was in Riverside for some family stuff and headed in for eats and libations with my BFF. The food was pretty yummy, cocktails were well prepared and genuinely balanced and yummy, and our server was super sweet. We came in for a super early dinner, and it was pretty quiet. The place filled up quickly and was lively with a nice mix of people enjoying the vibes and bites! Service slowed a bit once the place was hopping but I still felt the service was good enough. Would return. read more

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We had a mostly nice experience here from start to finish. Our server was Vanessa she was pretty on it. We ordered Brussels sprouts, street tacos, kids grilled cheese , kids chicken strips (took longer than usual since they said they burnt the first batch) and also a friend chicken sandwich with buffalo sauce. Everything was delicious mostly. The chicken strips were kind of sad though they were dry my daughter said. The buffalo sandwich could use some seasoning on the chicken portion. But the coleslaw and bread were very tasty. Overall Sando was good! Didn't get drinks this time. Would definitely return another time and try something else! read more

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Great service! The food was fantastic, we will definitely be back. Great place for date night or just hanging with friends. read more

Now open in the downtown area. Perfect location among the business buildings. Been here a few times and luv the downtown atmosphere. The vaulted ceilings bring that added business district vibe. Spacious, clean and organized. Make a reservation online or walk in. Happy hour available. Service was awesome. Welcoming and personable, down to earth you'll want to come back again and again. Food was great! Nice menu options. Bar area was a bit more crowded so make a reservation if you're wanting that experience. Street metered parking. We've frequently visited the other locations in Redlands and Rancho Cucamonga. Can't wait for a speakeasy to be at this location. read more

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The food was really good, i loved the sandwich so much and the ambience in here was great, reasonable volume for the music, 10/10 read more

The State - Filet Mignon Sandwich - American Near Me - Riverside, California

Walking around downtown we ended up going to the State and trying out the bar seating this time. We were surprised that they have a decent tequila selection for a primarily whiskey bar. We were greeted at the door and found a couple seats at the bar. Mona was our bartender and was very friendly and sweet. We tried the Dahlia Margarita and it was delicious. We chatted a bit with her and Kevin and they made our night even better with good conversations. We really enjoyed our time and look forward to going back. read more

The State - American Near Me - Riverside, California

First time here would come back. Came for a date night dinner. Hostess and servers very friendly. Pretty ambiance, food was okay only reason I say okay is it tasted good but some missed the mark for us. Shrimp tacos were perfectly crispy but overly salty. Burger was good but fries were cold. Mac and cheese tasted delicious nice and cheesy. Overall we both would come back. All this under 65$ so in my opinion price is super reasonable. read more

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Was in Downtown Riverside and walked by The State and loved the vibe from the outside, so we decided to check it out. The lighting was great and the setting was intimate but still friendly and casual, too. The service was amazing as we were seated immediately on a Sunday night. Our waitress was very attentive, too. And the food was chef's kiss! The chicken was so juicy and the sauce was so flavorful--so good! The burger was cooked perfectly! I would definitely come back and would recommend this spot for anyone wanting to check it out! read more

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We had originally planned our anniversary dinner at another restaurant however plans fell through and we found the State. As soon as you walk in you see the bar and beautiful liquor wall. We walked in 30 min before closing (apologize ahead of time) and Cherri helped us with no hesitation. She was very polite and told us about last call. She recommended drinks and our service was quick. Our favorite dish was the shrimp tacos 10/10. Light, flaky, spicy tacos, didn't have that fried batter taste/thickness. The steak sandwich and Cajun shrimp Mac 8.5/10, delicious. After dinner, Cherri helped us snap a photo to remember our special day! Thank you to all the staff for saving our night. Will return again in the future with family and friends (not 30 min before closing lol). read more

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Food yummy and big portions! I did salad but appetizers look yummy I wanted to try and dates wrapped in bacon. Drinks huge whisky selection for all my whiskey friends. A must try and they can do fancy mocktails for all my non drinkers and pregnant mamas. PARKING: park in the big structure that's next to the city hall area. The restaurant is on the corner of the main street and it's busy. It's not as huge as the rancho location so make reservations. I highly recommend this for date nights and friends gathering. Not to good for kiddos. It's in a busy downtown area and it's low lighting ambiance. Enjoy yelp fam! read more

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Lovely ambiance inside! Stopped by during brunch hour and got some drinks at the bar. The bartenders were very nice and when asked about drinks they went into full detail about ingredients and taste! The place is clean and they have a wide selection of brunch items priced fairly as opposed to other nearby restaurants. They will be opening up a speakeasy inside in the near future so can't wait to come back! read more

The State - Love potion #9 & Rum to the hills (8/2025) - American Near Me - Riverside, California

If you're in downtown Riverside, The State is hands down one of my favorite spots. The vibe is everything, modern, lively, and perfect for going out with friends or a cute date night. The food is always on point, but I have to talk about the poutine and the dates because I order them every single time now. I actually saw the poutine on TikTok first and had to try it, and it did not disappoint, it's rich, crispy, and super satisfying. The dates are also amazing, that perfect sweet and savory combo. The drinks are just as good if you're into trying something new. I've been here a few times and it never disappoints, the service is fast, the staff is super friendly, and the energy inside just makes the whole experience better. Definitely one of my go-to spots in downtown Riverside. read more

I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch at The State! The menu was creative, and the Bbq bacon burger that I had was excellent! The staff was friendly and attentive to our large group. W My wife and I will be gong back very soon. I wear hearing aids so the openness and industrial style isn't the best for my hearing but the noise level wasn't bad at all. I look forward to sampling more of their excellent menu. read more

First time visiting this place. Was a little hesitant in coming here at first due their ratings on Yelp. But overall the food was good. My husband and I ordered: 1) bacon wrapped dates - had the right amount of sweetness from the dates and crunchiness and saltiness from the bacon, and cheese stuffed inside and the bits of cheese on the plate paired really well , 2) deep fried oysters - the chipotle aioli was a little too overpowering; couldn't really the taste the oysters due their thick batter or the amount of the sauce 3) shrimp tacos - had the same chipotle aioli on top but this had more flavor and was able to taste the shrimp; 4) braised short rib tacos - a little too dry and bland; I had to ask for a side of Pico de gallo which tasted so much better; 5) drunken pig burger - this was really good. The patty was cooked well and it was juicy! The dressing was not too strong. Had a good balance. 6) tempura onion rings - substituted the side of salad for the burger to tempura onion rings; these were really thick battered hence the name. Looks like a size of a small donut; Good. I love fried anything but a little too much for me. Had one full piece. Server was friendly. Attended to our requests promptly. The restaurant is quite small compared to what I had in mind. But just enough to seat good amount of people. The tables are spread out, not too clustered inside. I would definitely come again. I want to try their brunch menus! read more

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Place looks nice. Food was very bland and amateur. Brussels sprouts easy to make and make taste good. There's are dry and only flavor is the cheese. Bruschetta was HORRIBLE. Ceasars salad ..again no flavor. Was hoping for the best . This is not eat. Will not go back. read more

2/5 Stars Our experience at The State of Downtown Riverside was pretty disappointing. We called ahead to check if we needed a reservation, and they told us walk-ins were fine, so we headed over. Upon arriving, we had trouble finding parking--it's holiday season, so we had to pay $20 just to park near the restaurant, which was frustrating. Once we got to the restaurant, we were seated, and the hostess immediately told us we had only 90 minutes to eat. We were confused if that meant we had 90 minutes to wait for our food or if it was just for our meal once it arrived. Either way, it felt rushed, and we couldn't fully relax knowing we had such a short time to enjoy our meal. We ordered the Filet Mignon Steak Sandwich ($21), which came with chimichurri marinated filet mignon, fresh tomato, arugula, fire roasted red bell peppers, grilled onions, and horseradish aioli, served on a toasted telera roll. The flavors were fine, and the sauce was just to my liking, but the sandwich was cold--like, cold as a dead bird. It was clear it had been sitting out for at least 10 minutes before they brought it to us, which was disappointing. I also ordered the Bourbon Barbecue Burger ($17), which came with applewood smoked bacon, aged white cheddar, house barbecue sauce, and tempura battered onion rings. I requested a modification to swap the regular beef patty for a vegan Impossible patty. When the burger came out, it was clear it wasn't fresh--the onion rings looked cold, and the oil dripping from them looked pretty unappetizing. It seemed like it had been sitting around for a while, and I wasn't about to eat something that might upset my stomach. I politely declined the burger and didn't even let it touch the table. My friend suggested I should just take it home, but I wasn't going to take a whole meal as a leftover that I didn't plan to eat. While the place looks cute and trendy, it felt more like a sports bar vibe rather than a place for a nice dinner. The food just didn't match the atmosphere, and it left me feeling pretty unsatisfied. I think if you're looking for a chill hangout spot for drinks and a casual meal, this could work, but definitely not for a quality dinner experience read more

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Mackenzie G was such an amazing server tonight! She did so well taking care of our table - we had lots of questions about the food and recommendations she had. Thank you for being such a kind personality, it really added to the atmosphere and the meal We came to walk around the Festival of Lights in Mission Inn Riverside. We decided to grab some food and the State was one of the only places that had food that interested us. We ordered the blackberry burger, spicy chicken sandwich, mac n cheese, and the cream brulee. This is by far the best food I have had in Riverside! The burger was delicious, cooked perfectly medium and the flavors created an imaging taste that makes you want to go back for another bite. The spicy chicken sandwich is great - we got the buffalo sauce on the side (which I recommend if you are sensitive to spice). We added fries to the plate for $1. The Mac n cheese has the perfect t cheese sauce blend that is light but packed with flavor. We wanted the bread pudding but unfortunately they had run out earlier in the night. We settled with the creme brûlée and it had an eggy custard which was a great finisher with not being too sweet. We mentioned we were celebrating my birthday and they brought out ice cream with a berry sauce on top. OH MY GOODNESS! It is so simple but great tasting. read more

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Came here for lunch, and the food and service was better than average. Service was expeditious and there wasn't much of a rush just past noon on a weekday. This may be a different story at dinner time and on weekends. What I enjoyed: - Drunken Pig $18 This burger had stout bacon jam, apple-wood smoked bacon, aged white cheddar, coffee aioli, sunny side up egg & frisée American wagyu beef blend. The burger was served with their house salad, topped with candied almonds. That was sort of like a field greens salad. -Mac and cheese $12 the State's four cheese blend cheese sauce, cavatappi pasta, topped with toasted bread crumbs & chives. We added chicken for an additional charge - I believe it was an extra $6. It needed a piece of bread with it. They could learn something from the French. Large open space with a mix of table, booth, and bar seating. Various heights for the tables, which suited us well because a friend in group is rather tall and often has difficulty finding comfortable seating. I'd dine here again. read more

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Well, if you like to eat at a restaurant with rules and restrictions, this is the place for you! I'm giving them two stars because the place looks great and has a lot of potential, but whoever is managing it really needs to step their game up, because Dapper Lounge up the street will take all of your customers. I came here with a reservation for three of us and got there early. It's important to note, they were NOT busy whatsoever. I was waiting as my friends were arriving, and a couple before me without a reservation went and got seated in an empty booth. When my party arrived I asked for a booth as well and was told that they were being reserved for large parties. When I pointed out the couple who had just sat before I was told that they sat themselves down. So as we were being seated at a regular table, we were then handed a paper that said we only had an hour and a half to eat because of reservations. Blah blah blah. Everything just felt like we weren't going to be able to have a good time so we ended up leaving and went up the street to Dapper Lounge. All of this to say somebody recently suggested going here and I just couldn't do it. Won't do it and won't return. The manager did end up calling me because someone in our party left behind their sweater. I explained why we ended up leaving and I was offered a gift card. But honestly it wasn't even worth it to go back for that and have to deal with all of these restrictions and and rules that they don't apply evenly and don't even make sense. read more

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Brunch at The State! Visited on Mother's Day after seeing that every other place was fully booked We were able to get a table here and the service was very quick and friendly. Our waiter was very attentive even with the busy Mother's Day weekend. Every brunch item was great! Not too expensive, filling, and delicious. I have yet to try the regular menu but we all enjoyed the brunch. Menu items for brunch range from $10-$20 Great place to have a brunch with mimosas Ample seating and an amazing space It is one of the newest spots in downtown Riverside so make sure to give it a shot! Overall rating 9.5/10 read more

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Atmosphere, service, food, craft cocktails beers on tap. Always top notch. Highly recommend. read more

Looks nice at night, inside and out. But I noticed the seat I was placed at was kind of dirty. The food itself was ok, not bad yet not amazing. Ordered the poutine and the filet mignon sandwich. Too much cheese, not really curdy for the poutine. The gravy had like a wine reduction maybe, a little off-putting. I would've liked more fries, and for them not to be drenched in meat and gravy. The sandwich is supposed to have a chimichurri marinated steak, but we didn't taste it. It must've been really subtle. Our service and food was better than I expected. When it first opened a year ago or months ago? I remember seeing yelpers complain that the food/ service weren't good at all. I would rank this a 3.5. But since it didn't wow me in particular, gave it a 3. read more

I'm sorry I wish I could give a better star rate. This was our first time going there. We sat at the bar. We were actually waiting for two friends. Well the service there is not good at all, was it our luck or not, who knows. The bartender was very snappy, and not even offer food or waters. We asked for two beers. I was asked for a blonde and my husband for hazy. She turned around and grab the beers. When she brought the beers she asked with OUT looking at us and said want to open a tab or closed out.? We said no close please, then, I pull out my $100 bill and give her the cash. She took it and walked away. Took a while for her to bring the change. When she finally did she just gave me the change with our a receipt. And walked away. I waited and said can I have my receipt and said sure. She came back and gave me the receipt which had no itemize items. Is this how this place operates with receipts ? We waited for her to ask for water nothing never came back. We had to ask water to one of the servers outside the bar to give us water. Which she was very nice to give us. The bartender never came to check on us or ever the other two customers next to us, or the one next to me. What a bad service this place has to what they claim to offer. Ambiance is nice and elegant yes but Spanish music and bad service bad quality. We will never come back. Did I Tip? Nope why should I ? I don't tip bad service or bad attitude. Hope they can retrain Ramona for her to get better service so she can make money. One thing though; just because the bartender is laughing and chatting with maybe "refulars" does mean to ignore the rest of the people that they pay to be there and for her to still have a job. read more

The State - American Near Me - Riverside, California

Always a wonderful experience, the servers are really nice even when it's full. The food is always amazing and they accommodate if you want to make changes. It's a cozy place with dim lights and nice drinks. Perfect for a dinner with friends or date. read more

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I have been here twice and both times were excellent. It has a great dimly lit atmosphere with large windows bringing natural light in during the day, a great atmosphere and lovely service. The burgers are a great size and very tasty. For an appetizer, if you're not sure what to get, I would recommend trying their Bacon Wrapped Dates or The Brussels Sprouts, they are absolutely delicious in my opinion. read more

Life is always better at the State! We've visited many of their locations, always a great time and good food.

I love The State. I frequent the other locations in Rancho and Redlands regularly and the food and drinks never disappoint. The Coffee Old Fashioned is top notch. They have a great brunch menu and their onion rings are the best onion rings I've ever had. Can we talk about Moses?! He is phenomenal and is so attentive. Not only did he provide excellent service, but he's got a great personality all around. Definitely stop in for drinks and appetizers. I cannot rave enough about their bacon wrapped stuffed dates. This place is a must! read more

The State - Beautiful barware - American Near Me - Riverside, California