Loved our waitress Sway. So fun and great at making suggestions. I love their beef and chicken tacos 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. read more

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

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I really enjoy going to Arts Bar and Grill, especially for karaoke nights. It gives me a chance to tap into one of my favorite hobbies -- singing -- which I honestly don't get to do very often. The karaoke vibe is fun, welcoming, and low-pressure, so it feels like a safe space to just have fun, grab the mic, and enjoy the moment. The food is also really solid bar food. Everything I've tried has been satisfying and hits the spot, especially when you're there for a long night of drinks, music, and hanging out. It's the kind of place where you can come for the entertainment but still leave impressed with the food. What really makes Arts Bar & Grill stand out, though, is the people. The staff and crowd are super friendly, and the energy is always positive. Whether you're there to sing, watch others perform, or just hang out, it feels like a genuine community spot. If you're looking for a fun downtown Riverside bar with good food and great vibes, this is definitely a go-to. read more

5 star dive bar, fo sho! Initially, during the transition to Dre's influence it was same old, same old. That quickly changed, however, and while I still haven't made it to prime rib nights, I can vouch for the noticeable uptick in quality and variety. Sandwiches and burgers are all great, as are the housemade mozzarella sticks with San Marzano sauce. Yum! My recent mind blower was the lasagne with the 4" thick garlic bread. Fantastic presentation and amazing bolognese. Perfect! Beers are always great here, I still have had a cocktail, but I expect to be thrilled when that occurs read more

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This place is delicious! Delightful intentional, well crafted, and composed. The entire place tends to the details - parking lot was always too small - but now the mortuary behind them shares there and to make sure that the patrons know each parking spot has a sign! Taco Tuesday has always been elite here - simple home style ground beef tacos on pan fried tortillas, shredded cheddar cheese and iceberg lettuce - and they added an extra tortilla to eat the debris that used to be casualty loss - but not any more! Soup of the day was creamy potato with chicken, asparagus, and celery - it was divine! The menu features house made potato chips as well as lobster, caviar, a monte cristo and as well as lox! Do not sleep on the breakfast! Art - live music - great food and friendly people - this place is a gem. I do miss the baby shrimp cocktail that used to be on the menu though! read more

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Been here many times and the last few times, Jackson has been our server. He is very kind, attentive, and always makes sure we have what we need no matter how many people are in our party. Came here in July and ordered the Figgy Piggy, which comes with a side and salad and fresh potato chips. You can add on the onion dip for an extra $4 and it really goes with the chips. The salad that comes with the Figgy Piggy is good, but I always take off the canned pears because I feel it ruins the salad. Throw on some fresh green apple or fresh pear instead! Came back last month and got one of my favorites: the Ortega burger. This is always so good and perfectly cooked, although it now comes with chopped chilis instead of a full chile, which is a bit of a bummer. I'm from New Mexico so my chile matters to me!! Another downside is there are no happy hour specials or specials on well drinks. I always get vodka sodas and they are $7 with tax, so that always affects how many drinks I will purchase. I do enjoy the low-lighting inside and many seating areas available. read more

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Food is fabulous. Gourmet bar food. The beet salad is to die for. Great burgers. Prime Rib special is fantastic. Live music is really good!

we used to love coming here for years...... unfortunately food quality has taken a decline. the old menu was great. simple easy, and good. ..... now it's just trying to hard.... additionally, the last 4 out of 5 times we've been here, the kitchen closes before 8pm!!!!!‍ this is the LAST chance i give this place. I try to take all factors in to consideration, but now it's getting old..... why are you closing down at 9pm on a saturday night? this could be a great neighborhood bar(and it used to be) but they're just missing the mark..... an old riverside icon fading out again...... read more

Love coming for the tacos!! The chicken tinga ones are my favorite. Beer is good but the cocktails are better

You would think, after living in the area for 45 years, we might have figured out this place was not a fly by night operation. It's been in operation for maybe 20 of those years? Its sturdy, red brick exterior is charming, the dark pub-like interior (tin ceiling tiles, classic red naugahyde booths) is as friendly as a warm hug, the servers and patrons wreaking with jovial-ness...IDK, is that a word???? So what took us so long? I confess, the main thing that always made me turn away was that stupid 6-car-only parking lot in the back. There are intimidating signs everywhere warning about being towed away if you dared to even think about parking in the big, empty Pizza Hut lot (which I'm willing to bet has never been full). Oh curious one, heart be still. Just go find the funeral home next door, because they are the "good neighbors" who share. So Sunday night, it just seemed to be the right thing to do...eat at Art's, after being hell bent to have Korean food. Obviously, that idea had not worked out as planned. That fateful nudge is all it took for us to venture inside this little gem, instead. And since it was a slow Sunday afternoon, we also scored one of those 6 prime parking spots! Auspicious, no? Indeed, the rest of this culinary adventure was delightful. Great server, excellent food, plenty to bring home. Mr B, who usually turns his nose up at pork tenderloin, ordered, you guessed it, the pork tenderloin entree (Just when I think I have him figured out). And he loved it. Beautifully moist and tender from a garlicky marinade, then sliced and topped with an elegant, chunky, fruity sauce (I am guessing golden raisins and brandy were ingredients. Quite unusual and very tasty. It came with some incredible mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables. Less adventurous, I went with a burger topped with melted cheddar and ortega chile. This had to be a half pound burger. The tender meat patty was actually larger than the brioche bun, and was cooked to a perfectly medium rare over a fire grill. Sensational flavor. Instead of the usual side of fries, I chose onion rings. These turned out to be some of the best onion rings I have ever had. Absolutely no regrets. We also shared a Wedge Salad, a very respectably sized iceberg lettuce wedge, plus spring greens, covered with crunchy bacon bits, cherry tomatoes, and a thick, creamy, house-made, blue cheese dressing. Yummers! The rest of the menu looked very enticing. Wednesdays and Saturdays they do Prime Rib dinners. Their breakfast menu will lure us in to try their Country Fried steak, and maybe even a Monte Cristo. Homemade soups. A few delectable dessert items that include homemade specialty cakes and creme brulee. Note: Posted on a sign at the door...They have no phone. Odd but true. And they do not take reservations. Alas, I could have been enjoying this winning package a long time ago. Now I know better. read more

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Great service from Jackson again and delicious food. My only issue is the Men's restroom needs TLC. read more

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local with locals drinking locally‍ Food is good, service was good, atmosphere good. I give it 3 out of 5 stars

Came on a Tuesday night for the first time on my birthday after seeing a TikTok of this bar & I loved it! The whole vibe is perfect, dim lighting, music playing & they have the games if any playing on the TVs. Self seating as well as bar seating & patio seating. The food with so good! Got the bbq onion ring burger which was soooooo yummy! Everything we order was perfect! :) You can sign up for their newsletter and they will email you letting you of any events or special nights through out the week. Definitely a 10/10 read more

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Came here because a friend told me she had a pastrami sandwich that was good. I'm a pastrami snob and this place did not disappoint. Only thing that bothered me was that they give you pickle spears instead of pickle chips inside the sandwich. That's the only thing that bugged me. Other than that 9/10 I will come back and try their prime rib next. read more

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Ambience is super chill! My girl friend said she comes here all the time and it was my first time. I was trying to take a picture of our food but we were too hungry after work lol got the glazed apricot salmon, holy smokes, perfectly cooked and full of flavor! It came w fried rice and veggies. The rest of the menu is comfort style food and my friend swears she's never had a bad dish here. Drinks were nice and strong and the bar tender was attentive, kind and kept checking up on us to see if we wanted anything else. I think the prices are reasonable given the taste and portion size. I'm coming back and bringing hubby. read more

Nice atmosphere. Food was good. Drinks fantastic. Tiny, cozy, clean. Will be back. Thanks.

First of all the service is terrible!!! Our server gave out appetizer to a table who came 30 minutes after us. Then offered anything but what I ordered. Because the order she served the other table was the last. My dinner. Ordered petite sirloin with baked potato. Got a tough steak with a ton of grissle not fit to eat. And why did I get a heaping plate of mashed potatoes white my baked? And maybe 5 bites of veggies. Serviced didn't ck on us till about 20 minutes later. Won't go back!!!! read more

Arts Bar & Grill - Petite sirloin with a heaping amount of mashed potato and a baked potato. And a few veggies. - Sports Bars Near Me - Riverside, California

I left yesterday pleased with our service and was planning to leave a nice review however I think I have left my debit card there and I'm now back in a different city where I live and have no way to call them and ask if my card is there. What a bummer and how unprofessional that there is absolutely no way to contact this business. read more

Absolutely the best customer service I've ever experienced food was delicious drinks or spectacular would recommend this place to all my friends and family read more

Great, inviting atmosphere. Food was okay and the server was great. Music from the live band was a pleasure and they even had the games on. All around great experience--definitely coming back soon. read more

Went to Arts Bar & Grill for an early Friday dinner. Only a few people when I walked in so I was hoping for a quick dinner. Bartender told me to sit wherever I wanted too. Thought since it wasn't too busy they would get me in and out before the rush. Sadly, took a bit for me to get noticed by the wait staff, once I did and put my drink order in, they were nowhere to be found. That's the only reason for them not getting 5 stars. Ordered the petite top sirloin medium with mash potatoes, vegetables and a side salad. It did not disappoint. It was flavorful, juicy and cooked to perfection. Mashed potatoes were tasty and the perfect portion, same with the vegetables. It's an old Riverside staple, not what you expect from the outside of the building, but well worth walking in to get a great meal or cold drink. read more

Under new management as of about 2023, this is more a five star dive bar. We went today for breakfast after it being recommended the night before. The pork tenderloin and eggs was really great. If you have not been recently, then you have not been. read more

A great Friday night at Arts! Great appetizers, cocktails, entrees and dessert! Our waiter is consistently good and we always enjoy coming here! The Ambiance is an old pub style bar with food, entertainment and a great vibe! read more

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Arts Bar and Grill is my favorite 'go to' restaurant for the ambience, food, drinks, and wait - staff. I'd love to visit with the owner, Andrea. He offers the most welcoming smile and pleasant conversation. It's the best upscale dive bar you can find read more

Great local dive with excellent food and great service. They have shows here so if you want some local music, it's a great place to go read more

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"Five star dive bar"! This is how Dre Palagi, the owner of Art's bar and grill describes his place. And it does not disappoint! If you're looking for killer food, inexpensive drinks, and a "Cheers" like atmosphere, you owe yourself a visit to this place. Everyone is friendly and the staff will spend time making your time there memorable. Best bar in Riverside! read more

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Good and service are amazing! Art's is a Riverside staple and shouldn't be overlooked!

One of the best dive bars around. Great food and live music. You feel local when you are here. I recommend the asian salad , Salmon or pot roast. Can't go wrong. read more

We absolutely love arts we love there French dip and this last time I had the chicken with rice soup we love it and we love the staff and bartenders there amazing read more

1st time here, cozy little place and top notch food. Everyone is really nice. I never give restaurants five stars,, but I was pleasantly surprised. read more

First time here. Dim lighting, older furniture, chill vibe. Older crowd. Ordered the steak with mashed potatoes and mixed veggies and also the Prime Steak with baked potato. Steak was over cooked. But otherwise all was good. Decent prices and big selection on alcoholic drinks. Shrimp cocktail is highly recommended. Our waitress did take a while to take our order, she was chatting it up a lot, with her coworkers. I will come back and try other things on the menu. Recommend if you're in the downtown Riverside area. read more

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I was very impressed with the food and the service. Have now been back several times. Ambiance is retro.

Whoo-whoo!!! Celebrating our 22!nd anniversary with our favorite restaurant. Thanks to the staff for making our day so special. The Ahi Poke Tower is fantastic. Veggie Sandwich is super tasty. The band rocks! Make your way here for a fun date night. You won't be disappointed. read more

Tonight was Prime Rib night and my slab of beef was a perfect medium rare. One of the better meals I have has in quite a while. My wife had the wedge salad and grilled salmon. The staff is always friendly and the service is consistent. Art's is still the best dive bar and grill in the IE. I almost forgot the soup of the day was a delicious garbanzo beans and beef tomato based soup. I had a cup but wished I had the bigger bowl. The soups are always different and delicious. Don't miss out! read more

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It lives up to its reputation as a "Five star dive bar." The food portions are generous and unpretentious, and drinks are drinks - it lacks a good mixologist, but if you stick to simple mixed drinks and beer it's perfect. A good experience that won't break the bank. read more

Alissa was an amazing bartender. The food was good. But the owner was talking politics with other patrons. I go there to get away from that. But since the owner does that I will not go back. read more

First off, the cons: parking is bad. Arts technically only has like 5 parking spots --that's it. They tell you to park in the funeral home parking lot behind them. Because for some weird reason, Pizza Hut needs like 20 parking spaces. Apparently you'll get towed if you park at the Hut. Second, Arts was out of a lot of things.....certain beer...prime rib. And the prime rib is served beginning at 4 pm (only available on Wed & Sat)....we were there at 6 pm Wed which I consider early. These things were a bummer. We almost wanted to forego dinner here. There is street parking at a weird angle a couple blocks down which is ok I guess...but when there's a deserted auto body shop in between there and Arts, that has plenty more parking but no one can park at...it's ridiculous! Anywho, food was great, but very expensive. Their dinner house specials were around $25 each. Since when is Inland Empire serving LA food prices?! Had the same gripe with a Redlands restaurant. Coming back from Europe recently, food in Europe involves higher quality ingredients with a much lower cost. Might be hard to believe, but it's true. So it's shocking to see how much food costs in SoCal now --it's disappointing in general. Salmon was good. The pub ranch steak was ok....it's very tough, and it was $26. Would not get that again. Only had to since the prime rib was out. Fried chicken lollipops were good too but 3 for $13.....again felt pricey. They have creme brulee and a lemon velvet cake for dessert. Might try the latter next time. Service is ok...slow in the beginning since it was actually busy. And towards the end, kind of slow too. But once we ordered, the food came out reasonably enough. Overall, it is a fun vibe in there. Kind of like the "Cheers" dive bar as my husband puts it. He loves Cheers lol. And we epecially liked their trivia game which starts at 7 pm every Wed. You get free prizes if you win a round. For example, a $20 gift card. But you win $100 cash on themed event nights like Disney Trivia. I'd love to go to that. Hopefully some of those cons mentioned above get better. But only time will tell. I'd like to try their breakfast food, like the Monte Cristo next time. read more

It's had been along time since I had gone to Arts . 2 weeks ago had ordered a mushroom burger . It was so loaded with mushroom could taste nothing else and had very little flavor. Went back today had a Bloody Mary which was really good . I ordered a mushroom omelette worst tasting omelette I have ever had!!! This place for me has lost me as a food customer! Still up for their drinks read more

Best 5 Star Dive Bar in Riverside. Parking is tough but a short walk is worth it. Busy spot at night

Great food. Fun atmosphere. Thursday karaoke night was a hoot. Going to try their breakfast.