riverside gems guidebook
local coffee
a cute little coffee shop tucked in riverside! they serve good quality coffee and vegan bakeries.
Condron Coffee
3696 Sunnyside Drivea cute little coffee shop tucked in riverside! they serve good quality coffee and vegan bakeries.
IMO, the second best coffee in riverside. there are 3 locations. one of them serve breakfast. check them out on instagram: arcaderoasters
Arcade Downtown
3870 Main StreetIMO, the second best coffee in riverside. there are 3 locations. one of them serve breakfast. check them out on instagram: arcaderoasters
absolutely adore this place. they make the best latte de olla with almond milk -- a perfect amount of spice and sweetness. so good! located inside the food lab.
Mi cafecito
absolutely adore this place. they make the best latte de olla with almond milk -- a perfect amount of spice and sweetness. so good! located inside the food lab.
places to see
Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
3649 Mission Inn Avenueone-of-a-kind experience! a funky, uniquely decorated space built out of trash. I recommend eating at taco station next door tho.
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Tio's Tacos
3948 Mission Inn Avenueone-of-a-kind experience! a funky, uniquely decorated space built out of trash. I recommend eating at taco station next door tho.
an art museum in the historic mission inn district. a non-profit organization which focuses on addressing social issues and offers art classes as well as other events in order to inspire and build community. check www.riversideartmuseum.org
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Riverside Art Museum
3425 Mission Inn Avenuean art museum in the historic mission inn district. a non-profit organization which focuses on addressing social issues and offers art classes as well as other events in order to inspire and build community. check www.riversideartmuseum.org
just opened in june 2022! “center of Chicano art, not only for painting, but for sculpture, photography, and video arts.”
The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture of the Riverside Art Museum
3581 Mission Inn Avenuejust opened in june 2022! “center of Chicano art, not only for painting, but for sculpture, photography, and video arts.”
if you are looking for one of a kind stuff then this is the place -- a variety of art, vintage, mid-century furniture, body care & other sustainable products. all by local artisans and small business owners. cool vendors! It's located next to the food lab.
The Raincross District
if you are looking for one of a kind stuff then this is the place -- a variety of art, vintage, mid-century furniture, body care & other sustainable products. all by local artisans and small business owners. cool vendors! It's located next to the food lab.
explore the wonder of california’s desert. otherworldly beautiful.
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Parcul Național Joshua Tree
explore the wonder of california’s desert. otherworldly beautiful.
hiking
a 3.2 mile loop trail. generally considered an easy route, it takes an average 1 hr and half to complete. this is a very popular area for biking and mountain biking. so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. open year round, beautiful to visit anytime. dogs on leash welcome. keep in mind, the pavement get really hot during summer and may burn dogs' paws.
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Parcul Mount Rubidoux
4706 Mount Rubidoux Dra 3.2 mile loop trail. generally considered an easy route, it takes an average 1 hr and half to complete. this is a very popular area for biking and mountain biking. so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. open year round, beautiful to visit anytime. dogs on leash welcome. keep in mind, the pavement get really hot during summer and may burn dogs' paws.
whether you hike, bike, or just stroll, the sycamore canyon wilderness park's trail system is a wonderful way to enjoy a beautiful natural environment within the city of riverside! dogs welcome.
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Parcul Natural Sycamore Canyon
400 Central Avewhether you hike, bike, or just stroll, the sycamore canyon wilderness park's trail system is a wonderful way to enjoy a beautiful natural environment within the city of riverside! dogs welcome.
Fairmount Park
2601 Fairmount Blvda 1.1 mile (2500-step) loop trail
2 trees trail offers a picturesque two-mile loop hike, known for its scenic beauty and relatively moderate difficulty level.
the vantage points along the way offer a chance to pause, catch your breath, and appreciate the scenic beauty of the surrounding landscape. on clear days, you might even catch sight of distant mountains or the meandering path of the santa ana river.
the first mile of the trail involves a steady ascent, leading you higher and higher until you reach the top. the second mile of the trail is a descent back to the starting point.
2 Trees Trail
430 2 Trees Rd2 trees trail offers a picturesque two-mile loop hike, known for its scenic beauty and relatively moderate difficulty level.
the vantage points along the way offer a chance to pause, catch your breath, and appreciate the scenic beauty of the surrounding landscape. on clear days, you might even catch sight of distant mountains or the meandering path of the santa ana river.
the first mile of the trail involves a steady ascent, leading you higher and higher until you reach the top. the second mile of the trail is a descent back to the starting point.
food scene
mellow, airy eatery with an informal feel specializing in ramen and asian fusion specialities.
ZEN STREET
3600 Central Avemellow, airy eatery with an informal feel specializing in ramen and asian fusion specialities.
a communal food hall featuring artisanal eateries and bars offering everything from vegan burgers to ramen & coffee to cocktails. a fun spot for friends to hang out in the evening and get a meal in the heart of downtown riverside.
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Riverside Food Lab
3605 Market Streeta communal food hall featuring artisanal eateries and bars offering everything from vegan burgers to ramen & coffee to cocktails. a fun spot for friends to hang out in the evening and get a meal in the heart of downtown riverside.
Sushi Ok
5228 Arlington Avenueone of the best sushi around! the fish is fresh and melts in your mouth.
riverside's market night! go for a stroll and support local food and shopping from 6p-9p, 1st and 3rd saturdays. find them on instagram: magnoliacentermarketplace
Magnolia Center Marketplace 1st and 3rd Saturdays
6520 Magnolia Avenueriverside's market night! go for a stroll and support local food and shopping from 6p-9p, 1st and 3rd saturdays. find them on instagram: magnoliacentermarketplace
a lunch eatery spot. they have a variety of artisan bread so if you like bread, then this is your go to. relaxed american cafe serving breakfast, sandwiches & baked goods in a brick-walled space in downtown riverside. enjoy outdoor seating on warm summer days.
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Simple Simon's Bakery & Bistro
3639 Main Sta lunch eatery spot. they have a variety of artisan bread so if you like bread, then this is your go to. relaxed american cafe serving breakfast, sandwiches & baked goods in a brick-walled space in downtown riverside. enjoy outdoor seating on warm summer days.
casey won the food network's cupcake wars back in 2011. they usually offer one vegan cupcake flavor. located inside mission inn hotel.
Casey's Cupcakes
3649 Mission Inn Avenuecasey won the food network's cupcake wars back in 2011. they usually offer one vegan cupcake flavor. located inside mission inn hotel.
best happy hour spot! this restaurant is located in a historic railroad station. pretty cool environment. good food and drinks!
El Patron Restaurant
3204 Mission Inn Avenuebest happy hour spot! this restaurant is located in a historic railroad station. pretty cool environment. good food and drinks!
cool ambiance. drinks are super cute and tasty. good brunch spot too. recommend making reservations prior to visiting.
The Lobby Cocktail Lounge & Kitchen
cool ambiance. drinks are super cute and tasty. good brunch spot too. recommend making reservations prior to visiting.
it’s a popular spot known for its delicious gastropub-style food and craft beer selection. they offer a variety of dishes, including burgers, sandwiches, and creative small plates. the relaxed atmosphere makes it a perfect spot to enjoy a meal with friends or family.
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The Salted Pig
3750 Main Stit’s a popular spot known for its delicious gastropub-style food and craft beer selection. they offer a variety of dishes, including burgers, sandwiches, and creative small plates. the relaxed atmosphere makes it a perfect spot to enjoy a meal with friends or family.
this restaurant is known for its farm-to-table approach, showcasing fresh and locally sourced ingredients in their dishes. the charming and cozy atmosphere adds to the overall dining experience, making it a standout choice in riverside.
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W. Wolfskill
4281 Main Stthis restaurant is known for its farm-to-table approach, showcasing fresh and locally sourced ingredients in their dishes. the charming and cozy atmosphere adds to the overall dining experience, making it a standout choice in riverside.