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    Bar Ni Modo

    4.3 (69 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Mezcal Old Fashioned.
    Damon B.

    When I tell my fellow Riv expats there's some nice new establishments back in the hood, they all look surprised. I get it. Look, I'll always have love for the OG RVSD establishments. That said, when you experience the panoply of offerings in LA, other U.S. cities, and other time zones, and find a location in your hometown that punches in the same weight class as some of these other zip codes, the joy is that much sweeter. Bar Ni Modo is bout the business and stands 10 toes down with these other foos. Cuisine: 5/5. As of my second experience, nothing disappoints. All of their salsas come correct! Quesadillas and carnitas are savory and flavorful. Beverages: 5/5. Mole Margarita. Say less. Plenty of sabor and bass to this one. Representing. Mezcal old fashioned and TQM are solid too. Service: 5/5. Yo, shout out to the servers! LA can learn a thing or two from y'all about hospitality and keeping it real. Respeto. Ambiance: 5/5. Playlist nothing but flames. Cumbia. Salsa Dura. Merengue. Corridos Tumbados, Corridos Bélicos. Dope interior style, plus the outdoor vibes at Farm House Collective. Say less. Buen provecho!

    Came here for drinks and appetizers with a friend. The drinks were cute and we liked all the ones we tried. It was a bit busy but they were checking in often. Love the aesthetic as well.

    Booth seating
    Nain M.

    I was really disappointed with our experience. We were the only people in the restaurant, yet the service was extremely slow, which didn't make much sense. Our server seemed to avoid our table and acted like she was having difficulty understanding us -- even though we were speaking English clearly. It made the whole interaction feel uncomfortable and unwelcoming. Overall, the lack of attentiveness and the way we were treated left a bad impression. I hope management works on improving both service and how guests are made to feel when they dine there. I was excited to show my family this restaurant but hey you can't win them all. The female server was rude and not kind.

    Kim H.

    New Bar at the Farmhouse Collective! Went here to meet up with some coworkers and it was great. $15 cocktails, that are delicious! We tried most of the cocktails and they were all unique but worked very well. All flavors were balanced. Hoping to come back soon to try the food. Service was great, the server was very accommodating. Ample indoor and outdoor seating. Located inside a shopping food mall so there's even seating outside of the actual bar.

    Jasmine O.

    Came here last night with some friends and was surprised:) loved the drinks and it was nice that they offer mocktails . All our drinks were very tasty

    Chefs special

    Went to Bar Ni Moro for the 2nd time and I can't stress that the food is so good. This time I had the chefs special ‍

    Victoria B.

    Bar Ni Modo has easily become one of my new favorite local bars. Their clarita's cafecito is one of my favorites & always tastes good. The foam is always perfect. Staff is also kind and attentive. My fiancé also really enjoys their old fashioned. We went recently on Halloween and they were giving out complimentary pan de muerto with every order. It was delicious, I also loved how they decorated for dia de los muertos. Honestly just a gem of a spot & they always have some kind of event going on. A perfect place to grab a drink with friends or grab a small bite and hangout. :)

    Hearts of palm ceviche
    Leilani M.

    Located at the farmhouse collective. An intimate Mexican themed bar/restaurant with inside, bar top or covered patio seating. Parking can be limited during busier hours or during concerts. Warmly welcomed and attended to. Great service and food. We tried items from their brunch menu. Fresh ingredients bursting with flavor, great for sharing. Served 11am-3pm. Separate dinner menu. Cocktails or mocktails and sodas are available.

    Outdoor seating
    Crystal G.

    I have been here at least 5 times and I always have a wonderful experience every time. I love the coco mami drink--it's amazing for a sweet tooth like me that enjoys tropical flavours. The beef cheek tacos are also delicious! They are so well crafted and the flavour combination of the toppings & the beef cheek is complex in the best way. I get both every time. The menu is limited, but the few items that are on there are made very well. The service is amazing, with friendly staff that go out of their way to ensure that guests feel comfortable and well taken care of. Shout out to AJ & Sophia! I also like the ambiance. I enjoy the outdoor seating that allows you to stay connected to the rest of the Farmhouse. Indoor seating has a nice sort of hidden away vibe as well. Overall, I love this restaurant!

    Torta de Chilaquiles
    Alma R.

    Second visit, this time for lunch and they did not disappoint!! All the food was amazing! This time around we tried the Carne Asada Hash, Panbazo, and Torta de Chilaquiles. The Hash is a new item and you can't go wrong with anything on their menu that includes their carne asada and salsa ranchera. We were skeptical about trying the Panbazo with their chicken chorizo but it had really great flavors and was cooked to perfection. The Torta de Chilaquiles was a flavorful combination of green chilaquiles with thick juicy chicken milanesa and pickled onions. The Tamarindo Lindo cocktail was recommended and did not disappoint, the flavors mixed nicely and made for easy drinking. The service was warm and friendly and Justin, the manager, personally checked in with each table. And the music was on point the whole time we ate, loud enough to sing along but quiet enough to have a conversation without raising your voice.

    dirty maritinis
    Nicole A.

    Cute bar in Riverside with upscale vibes. The cocktail menu is diverse and fun and they were kind enough to make us some dirty martinis although we had to get 'special permission' since off-menu drinks aren't allowed usually? I would come back, I'd like to try the other drinks. I do wish they had some more substantial food options as well.

    Bianca L.

    We were attracted to the vibe just by walking by and decided to have a drink. Sat at the bar and had great service. Had a martini and a larger with a shot. We also tried pineapple rum. 8/10 for pink Aguachile. Fresh tostadas and it was marinated in hibiscus which was very unique and delicious with a slight touch of spice at the end. The best part was the drinks bar service! The bartenders were so kind and real. They really set the vibe and enhanced the ambiance. Place is very clean and the music inside is nice because it doesn't mix with the outside music.

    Coco mami and pink martini

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    Thanks Mathew! Appreciate the review. Mark is the coolest

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    Hey Jasmine! Thanks so much for the review. Glad you had a good time!

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    Thanks Crystal!

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    Great food and location especially with live music. The flautas, quesadilla and Australian wagyu carnitas were so delicious !!

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