What a gem of a place! You wouldn't expect a well decorated interior from the outside streets, but upon 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! read more

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The service was extremely disappointing. We arrived late and sat at the bar, but no one asked if we wanted to order, so I had to request my drinks. They didn't check on us or offer additional drinks, and since the service was slow, we ordered another. They claimed to have notified us about the last call, but that never happened. When our last drinks arrived, we had to chug them down because they were closing. The stares from the staff made the situation awkward. Overall, the experience felt quite rude and unfriendly. I highly don't recommend it; it's nothing special, and the drinks are basic. read more

Speakeasy? In Riverside?? Apt! "Offices of William Wolfskill" in the vicinity of the law offices of downtown Riverside. Our group took advantage of the happy hours drinks. There are bar bites and even a makeout booth!! read more

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Omg, best hole-in-the-wall ever! You wouldn't think just walking by that this cute place even exists. Hands down the best drinks I have ever had! And the cacio de Pepe popcorn is a must have. We took cute pics in the photo booth and had delicious drinks. This is definitely a place I'll be a regular at from now on. read more

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We've been here a few times and it's always a good time. It has a dimly lit, relaxed vibe. It's almost like it's too cool to be that far from downtown but also probably helps keep the vibe relaxed. The bartenders are all great. The house drinks are always good. The food, not the greatest. Overall, we always have a good time. read more

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Wow what a great place. Came in on a Saturday around 8pm. The front of the building is very unassuming. Plain door with a red w on the top. Inside The place is very contemporary in design. We got a table immediately but within 30 minutes the place got more packed. Our server was very nice and checked on us often. We ordered a variety of drinks-cocktail of the week, paper plane, bitter bee, California dime and Oaxaca old fashion. These drinks were delicious. We all were happy with our choices. All employees were sooo friendly and attentive-definitely a place I want to return to for a quality cocktail when I'm in the area. On a side note...today they were playing 1960 beach movies lol read more

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Second time here and it was ok for a Tuesday night! Sat for about 20 min until got service got recommended 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. read more

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Drinks were delicious! This is more of a drinks and small plate place, not ideal if you are hungry. I had the wings which were okay (ranch saved it!) but my cousin said the thai ribs were one of the best she's had! read more

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Some places come and go... and then there's this spot, the coolest bar in town that's managed to keep me coming back for over a decade. Equal parts great drinks and great vibes, it somehow works for everything: date nights with my husband, girls' nights that get progressively louder, or even the occasional "let's make this work meeting more tolerable" meetup. And let's not forget the real MVP, the photo booth. Because nothing says "memorable night" like a slightly blurry strip of evidence you'll find in your purse weeks later. Ten years later and still one of my favorite go-to spots. A rare gem that's just as fun on a random Tuesday as it is on a big night out. read more

Cocktail bar located in what feels like an industrial area or old town Riverside. There's a menu with some fun looking cocktails on it, a solid selection of spirits, and a menu that has a few small bites you can order. When I came in (late afternoon; early evening on a Saturday), the place wasn't busy yet, so I just sat at the bar right away. The bartenders were very friendly and when they weren't busy, we had a little convo. I ordered the Interlude, which had a carrot element to it. The drink is orange! It looked and sounded really interesting and it was very tasty! The interior feels a little minimalist which gives it a clean elegance. There are definitely some elements of decor that scream 'hip', haha. It's in what looks to be a law office, there's a marquee where they change up the words often, etc. I think they're missing Edison light bulbs and I don't think their folks are required to wear tweed waistcoats. But I point these things out with slight tongue in cheek and endearingly. I'm a fan of the vibe here. I was in the area for dinner, so I stopped by this place for a drink before hand. I saw that they serve food here, but I already had my mind set on the other place. Definitely would like to come back to try more cocktails on the menu and some of their food items though. read more

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What a fun experience! The staff were consistent with service and excellent drinks. I love that the place promotes small artist and DJ's to show their stuff. I will be coming again! read more

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It was amazing as always. Our server was amazing his name was Andrew and he made our night. We come often and the vibe is always 10/10. It's always a fun time here. Bring back the cajun fries late at night read more

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Some of the best cocktails in Riverside. Cute Photo Booth too! Definitely a great local spot. read more

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The French fries are good but I have mostly just tried the drinks. They have a lot of fun cocktails but what makes the place comfortable is how amicable the waiters are and being able to talk as the music is low. read more

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visited early on a Saturday night - seating was no problem. Service was quick & food/drinks were good. I had the bramble & fries, the ketchup & ranch were really good! Tasted home made. Bramble was a great cocktail & id be willing to come back and get something else! read more

Ah it actually pains me to write this review. I loved wolfskill. For years it was my favorite place to come. The drinks are still very good, and honestly I'd give those a 4.5. They are definitely the best cocktails in the local area. However the service is maybe 1-2 stars. they do okay when there are maybe 5-10 customers, but once they have a little more (and what's considered a regular night) they struggle. I used to come and when it got crowded they managed but it's just gone downhill. I'm talking waiting 30-40 minutes for a drink and then the same amount of time to order another drink. I waited a long time and several visits before writing this. If you're at the bar you get a little better service, but still waiting a long time. If you're at a table they completely forget you. Without exaggeration, I've waited an hour for service and in that time went up multiple times for help and am met with rudeness. Some of the staff are nice and some are not. As much as I love the cocktails and the vibe, I think this last visit was my last visit. I have found then just want to grab your drink order and go. The last time we wanted food they immediately left after drink order and didn't come back until our drinks were ready 40 minutes later (I timed it). The food also, not that good. Small amounts for high price. read more

One of the best places in Riverside for a cocktail and some food. You must be 21 years old. It's only open in the evening on certain days. The best steak frites in town. The bartenders and servers very efficient. Always a marvelous time. read more

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Great place for specialty rotating cocktails and light bites- very chill ambiance with plenty of space for casual drinks or energetic chats. The wait time was a little longer than I expected to get my drink considering it wasn't too busy but would recommend and can't wait to try more beverages. read more

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The drinks are great! I had the Cha Cha Cha which was a fun, slightly sweeter twist on an old fashioned. The kitchen closes at 9pm. We arrived around 9:40pm on a Saturday and there was nothing we could order to snack on. If we knew we might've gone somewhere else. read more

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Such a cool spot! Loved the vibes and the cozy, dimly lit interior. It made me feel like I was on Mad Men, drinking with Don Draper. We got there around 10pm on a Saturday night, and all the tables and booths were taken. We ordered our drinks and stood by the bar until something opened up. We waited for about 30 minutes before we were directed to our booth. My group tried most of the signature drinks on their menu but my favorite was the Guajira. It's made with tequila, mezcal, charred pineapple, cilantro, bell pepper, and house spicy bitters. We didn't get to try their food since the kitchen closed at 10pm. There was music playing, but it wasn't too loud to have a chat. The staff were very attentive, frequently checking up on us to see if we needed another drink or more water. read more

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Food was good, drinks were good. Music choice by bartender putting me to sleep. Got to adapt to crowd.

my favorite bar in Riverside! I've honestly been here so many times and it's always such a vibe. It feels like the LA bars without having to go to LA. I really love that they have a photo booth too, I'm a sucker for cute pictures. It's really aesthetic inside as well and usually has decent parking compared to DTR. Sometimes there's a bit of a wait for a table but it doesn't take too long. The drinks are also good & always have a pretty presentation. read more

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Arguably the best craft cocktails around. Good vibe. Prices are a value in that they actually hand make every drink. Good menu is small but great. read more

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So honestly this place is cute and all, but I just had the rudest and aggressive experience with someone who claimed to be the owner that I would never come here again. I was just waiting for the bathroom, they're single stall here. It was taking a while so I jingled the knob a couple times to make sure it wasn't just stuck, and knocked after it went on for like 10 minutes or so. Some dude with a shaved head came out so I was just happy to go in, but the dude paused there and was like "Are we good?" I was just like sure whatever I'm just trying to go, then the dude went on "Cuz I'm the owner of this place so I think I can go to the bathroom whenever I want!" Like I don't think I can support a business whose owner is that hostile to customers and fragile in his ego. If he wasn't the owner, then I'd change this review, but that was just a very off putting experience. read more

Cool location. Cool ambiance. Cool / Inventive cocktails. Really good happy hour for drinks (prices and selection). Appetizer's were ok. A lil pricey for what you get though read more

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It's a fine place to get a drink if you are under 35 the music is so loud. We tried twice and both times we were one and done we couldn't hear. The atmosphere is great, and they usually have a bartender on staff that knows cocktails well to help the other ones. read more

Excellent vibe (mix of hip hop, neo soul, 90s, 2000s ...perfect millennial playlist), solid unique cocktails and surprisingly good food selection. read more

Came in after a long day, about 10 minutes before happy hour ended--no one said a word about timing. After reviewing the menu, we ordered from the happy hour section and were met with a confrontational response that it was already over. Fine--we moved on. Then we waited over 20 minutes with zero service, had to say "hello" multiple times just to be acknowledged, and were told an apology wasn't warranted. When I asked for a manager, the bartender claimed she was the manager and doubled down, ultimately telling us we could "go somewhere else." This is the second time I've experienced this here, which is why I don't come back despite working across the street. Receipt said "Estelle," another customer said "Irene." Completely unprofessional and unacceptable. read more

I've been to Wolfskill multiple times and I've always loved the atmosphere and vibes, but every time we go the girl host with curly hair never fails to be unpleasant and unwelcoming. No greeting or hospitality just with an annoyed attitude which is so dry and dismissive. The bartenders are hit or miss depending on who you get, while the servers are always kind and helpful! The vibe is what keeps us coming back but as a paying customer and someone who has worked in hospitality for many years they should at least be aware with providing friendly service to their guests. read more

Cute spot for drinks and the food was good. There's a DJ on Fridays and Saturdays for Riverside nightlife. read more

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Brought multiple big groups there because I think (some) of the drinks are good and I want to give them the business but I'm so tired of being treated rudely by staff and ignored at the bar. The worst espresso martini I've ever had btw read more

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First & last time here, came with a party of 7 for a friend's birthday and received the worst service from Sarah W. After 20 minutes of waiting for a cocktail and soda we got up to try and cancel the order & she attempted to finally bring it out... She was clearly upset, threw us our checks & pens & walked away. We all ended up leaving down the street to the state where there was better service. Overall, I know that days are hard but this experience was disappointing. read more

Had an amazing experience per usual. Came in before happy hour and complied with serving hours. Didn't have to wait more than a few minutes to receive service. Despite other patrons causing complications, staff and management were respectful and accommodating. Would recommend. read more

W Wolfskill is hands down one of the best cocktail bars in Riverside. It's got speakeasy vibes as the exterior gives the look of a law office, but the inside transports you to a groovy dim-lit atmosphere, always playing great music. Pro-tip: They have happy hour on weekdays (Tuesday through Friday) from 5pm to 8pm. Here you can get typical cocktails like an old fashioned or French 75 for $10. I enjoy that they have a menu that rotates. I'm looking forward to trying cocktails from the newest menu. This bar is the perfect place to avoid rowdy interactions and enjoy careful preparation of your desired drink. They also have small bites that look really appetizing. Definitely adds some sophistication to Riverside's bar scene. The bartenders are knowledgeable, some nights they have a DJ spinning some records, and the host is very attentive. read more

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I came here for my 21st birthday with my siblings! It was so much fun! The Cadillac was my favorite

It's a nice intimate place, chill vibes. The music isn't too loud. This would be an after date night place. If you want food/snacks come before 9:45pm. Servers were friendly. read more

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Single W at the entrance. Lights kept on low.Such a vibe.Met here with friends for drinks and convo .It was the perfect place. There are booths for bites and a bar for drop ins. The craft menu looked promising, but I always go off the cuff . The bartender created 'Margarita to the T' ...on the rocks,non spicy , light sweet,glass was lined with salt and topped with a piece of pineapple. It was so smooth. Stellar. $12.The bathroom was like stepping into a painting in wall to ceiling white. There was even a photo booth in the back. I was nervous about parking in downtown, but there is parking right in front. The parking meter is required at certain times of day , but not when I was there phew. read more

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Everything about W. Wolfskill is just so good. The drinks are always on point and the food never misses -- fresh, flavorful, and perfect for sharing. The vibe is relaxed but classy, making it a great spot for a night out or date night. Definitely one of my go-to spots in Riverside. Have to be 21+!! Service is always top tier as well! TikTok snippet @savs_space read more

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I have been back multiple times and had to be one of my favorite bars. The servers are always great and the drinks are always phenomenal. read more

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Came here with my husband on a Saturday night and the place was FULL. No seats available which tells me they're doing pretty good which I like because the last time I was here was in 2018 and I loved the atmosphere. My husband and I were fine with standing by the bar because we planned on getting one drink and then leaving for dinner elsewhere. Service was good, no complaints. We were helped within 5 minutes. I got the Unchained melody which was very flavorful and not too strong for me. Will be coming back! read more

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