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    Mochi Lion

    4.1 (305 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Blue Heat Takis Korean corndogs & Potato Korean corndogs.
    Kiara R.

    We had to drive to this location from a neighbouring Mochinut due to the sheer fact that we got robbed lmao. When we arrived at Mochilion we met Isaiah, what a warm person he is I loved the atmosphere he provides. Together we stood in bewilderment and held a moment of silence at the sheer sadness of our original Korean corn dogs we ordered. Isaiah after blessing us with his presence then crafted us what Mochinut is known for. Amazing Korean corndogs and donuts! Attached is a picture showing the difference between Mochinut in Rialto vs Mochilion in Riverside...

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    R B.

    Isiah is such a beautiful soul! It was wonderful coming into this location and you have a customer for life!

    Pineapple passionfruit tea, coffee brown sugar milk tea, potato corn dog and hot Cheetos corn dog
    ayleen c.

    i ordered pineapple passionfruit tea it was so good if you have a sweet tooth i def recommend !! My bf got coffee brown sugar boba it was so yummy you can taste the coffee perfect for coffee lovers!!! The Korean Corn Dogs were so good...we wanted seconds The staff were super friendly and very welcoming love the vibes here! The prices are super affordable and this place is perfect for a friend hangout.

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    Mochi Lion was such a great find! We ordered the Hot Cheetos dog (half weenie, half cheese) and the Crunchy Ramen dog (full cheese), and both Korean corn dogs were made fresh to order. You can really taste the difference when everything is prepared fresh! The shop itself was cozy, clean, and comfortable, making it a great place to sit and enjoy your food. They also serve low-calorie, high-protein ice cream, which was a fun surprise. I tried the caramelized banana flavor, and it was absolutely delicious! I also highly recommend the fresh black milk tea. You can tell it's brewed fresh rather than made from powder, and it paired perfectly with the corn dogs. On top of the amazing food, the owners were incredibly kind and welcoming. Their hospitality made the experience even better. I'll definitely be coming back and would recommend Mochi Lion to anyone looking for fresh, delicious Korean corn dogs and drinks!

    Liz M.

    The place has a few things to offer. The service was on point and she was helpful. Everything was delicious.

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    I haven't been back in a while during my time at UCR, but my most recent visit was great! Mochi Lion is under new ownership and there have been a ton of improvements (menu, seating, vibes). Staff is really friendly, patient, and helpful, especially with menu changes and new specials. I'll definitely be back!

    Wendy L.

    Mochinut -- err, I mean -- Mochi Lion Riverside (new name) is located just off the 60 Freeway and University exit, near UCR. They offer mochi donuts that were popularized in Japan (Hello, Mister Donut!) in various flavors. They are slightly sweet but nice to have occasionally. And they make the cutest gifts if you don't want to show up empty-handed. These donuts would instantly bring a smile to anyone's face. They are cute and delicious! They do have a rotating menu so be sure to check back often for any new flavors you want to try out. I'd come here more often but the parking situation steers me away - there's just not enough parking spaces. But if you're patient, they are worth it. Overall, tasty alternative to the ultra sweet "crumbly"cookies - you know the name - that's consistently presentable and fairly priced.

    funnel Mochi Donuts and Potato Hot Cheeto Full Sausage
    Alicia K.

    Just a small shop when you walk in. Tried just buying the items one by one: 2 corn dogs and 3 donuts, would've costed 24 bucks, but they had a cheaper for 20 bucks. It was a pretty long wait time though, 2 to 3 customers did come in after us, but was super excited when it was ready. I was disappointed though when I bit into it and discovered that the dough was still raw, and it was difficult to eat it since it's like smothered in hot cheetos. It could've used a minute or 2 longer in the fryer. Also, when the worker was picking the mochi donuts into the box, he dropped one, looked at us sheepishly and still gave it to us, felt like he should've picked another one.

    Watermelon Kiwi Tea
    Crystal C.

    Cute place for a donut not really a place to stay and eat it at, they do have tables but it's pretty small so if people are ordering you don't have a whole lot of space for privacy, service was really good the donuts were delicious, I got the watermelon kiwi drink and it was way to sugary. This place is a little in the expensive side, but I would go back for a donut whenever I wanna splurge at $3.50 each ;) plus the packaging is cute. There is ample parking outside but lots of house less individuals outside. I get it everything is expensive, but maybe they can have a loyalty system if they do have one I wouldn't know because I wasn't offered or told or read anything about it.

    Block of cheese and pale potatoes. Skipping this location from now on.
    Josefina M.

    Ordered 3 pc mochi donuts and 2 mozzarella dogs and he charges me $24 + tax. I asked about the Mochi Lion box that is literally the same thing and he says "Yeah, that's basically the same thing." So why did you charge me individually instead of the box? The worst part is the actual corn dog. It didn't even get hot enough to soften/melt the cheese.

    Original with sugar and potato (both half cheese half meat). Chili sauce and ketchup on the side
    Michelle B.

    I am late to the Korean hotdog game, so I was hoping that after all these years most establishments would have their food right. Not to say the food was awful, I guess I was expecting better. I ordered two items: original dog (half cheese half meat) and potato (half cheese half meat). The items themselves were alright. This is my first time trying, so I don't have anything to compare it to. The sugar on the original was a nice touch. Sightly sweet with a crunchy for an ASMR moment. The dough was weird though. After a few bites of both items, I couldn't stomach the rest. Felt like such a waste. What was asp disappointing was the lack of knowledge the staff had about pricing. Menu inside reads that the prices for what I ordered were $4.99 and 5.99 respectively. When I was rung up my total was over $12. I typically don't pay attention or mind, but it just didn't make sense. I asked, "is this after tax?" The cashier said, "I don't know." What? Then I reference the menu above her, and she asks the other staff. They looked so confused. I was then told I'm charged for the boxes the food comes in. Okay fine. But I don't need a box for each item, and also WTF? Please inform your customers about what they are being charged for. I'm not trying to complain about .20, but this happens way too often - people don't know what's happening, staff and customers alike are not paying attention, and that day I happened to not be in the mood to be hustled out of extra coin I guess! Anyway, just a head's up about what's going on. Also, I have had Mochi donuts in other locations and this particular location's items looked stale. Didn't look fresh at all. UCR village could do way better. I was super unimpressed and won't be back.

    Dry, terrible tasting donuts.

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    Thank you so much, Priscilla. Looking forward to serving you soon.

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    3 years ago

    Very good corn dogs and amazing boba! Cheese Potato Dogs were so good. They were very crispy.

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    3 years ago

    Bomb Donuts and great experience with ordering through yelp. Order was ready on time..

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    4 years ago

    We did not like it at up our Korean dogs were horrible they were under cook the dough was still very runny

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    Very clean and offers good service. Respectful workers.

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    2 years ago

    very good.... friendly staff. made fresh. amazing food and donuts addictive. clean place.

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    Simon Q.

    thanks for your review and see you again!

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    thanks for your review and have an awesome day

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    4 years ago

    It's good but my mom and sister and I couldn't finish the donuts I will finish them tomorrow lol.

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    Donuts taste great! Friendly service! Would definitely come back. My favorite flavor is the taro so far!

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    Ask the Community - Mochi Lion

    If I order donuts online, how do I choose the flavor?

    Hi, there are some key flavors we list on the website. Or you could simply call us for flavor choices.

    Can you order all the hotdogs styles half and half (sausage/mozarella)?

    They now do!

    Do they deliver?

    No, unfortunately not

    What are the hours they're open?

    11:00am- 7:00pm and they are closed on Tuesdays!

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