So good I came back 2 days in a row!…read more Right in the heart of downtown Riverside is the most delicious and precious sandwich shop. Right when we walked in the door, we were hit with the smell of freshly baking bread. We ordered a variety of items from a chicken salad salad, a tuna salad salad, a tuna salad wrap with avocado, a toasted grilled cheese and a turkey avocado sandwich on a croissant. The stars of the show may have been the potato salad and the pasta salad. All and all everything tasted fresh and delicious. My 4-year-old picky eater requested we go back the next day and that's how I knew it was top notch. As if this place couldn't get any better, we had impeccable service from the husband and wife owners each day. They informed us they've been in business over 25 years and the long line developing behind us was a testament just to house special this place actually is. Definitely give this spot a try!

The food and customer service was amazing. I've never had a sandwich this good I'm genuinely…read moreimpressed. Their potato salad is amazing as well.

We arrived a little before 11:00 a.m. because we wanted to get sandwiches. We didn't realize they…read moreonly served breakfast until 11, but luckily they were able to accommodate us this time. (: We were very grateful for that. I got the Italian Grinder with no red onions and substituted the ham for turkey. I chose the pasta salad as my side, and the sandwich also came with some kind of vinaigrette. The flavors were good, but I think the bread started to come apart near the end, and I personally wish the red peppers had more of a pickled aspect! I also got the Lemon Cheesecake Bar (?), which was yummy, but it does have nuts on top. I think a crumble topping would be even better instead. (: The inside feels a bit dated, but the employees definitely seemed to be keeping it clean. As customers came and went, they cleared the dirty tables pretty quickly. Overall, I'd give this place a 4/5, but 5 stars for the accommodation. :)

4++ Popular bakery/bistro located in the Downtown Riverside area (very walkable!). This place got…read moreon my radar because of their sandwiches. I came in at sort of an odd hour for lunch so the place was pretty chill and not too busy. Service style is fast casual where you order at the counter and find a seat. The place has a feel of having been there for a long time with large wood booths or separators. I ordered the grilled pastrami and Swiss sandwich and got it with their potato salad. The pastrami was griddled and has an old school flavor and style with some nice crunch from the sourdough. A great sandwich overall! Parking in the neighborhood wasn't too hard to find along the street and even if you need to park a block or two away, the neighborhood is nice to walk through.

I met a friend here for lunch who told me this is her favorite place to get a sandwich. I agree -…read morethis is one of the best sandwich shops I've been to. The interior decor can be described in one word: Dude! There are a handful of tables inside and a bar where beer on tap is served. As a first-timer, the young woman at the register was friendly and helpful in helping me make decisions after being overwhelmed by their large menu. So many choices! I decided on the Acapulco Gold: BBQ chicken breast pieces, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and dressing. It usually comes with onions too, but I asked that ingredient be left out. She guided me to try it on garlic bread, which was a wise choice (thank you), and her finger measurements helped me decide on how big a sandwich I should get. I made it a combo, which came with a bag of chips and a fountain drink. The sandwich was messy but, as is often the case with messy food, it was incredibly delicious! All the flavors melded well together. Every ingredient tasted so fresh, especially the bread. This is THE place to come if you are craving a sandwich! Note: street parking or pay in a nearby lot

The sandwiches are great! Delicious and fresh. I would say that this time the sandwiches were on…read morethe lighter side in terms of how much they were filled. Service is good, cashiers are nice. The space is seemingly well kept, plenty of seating inside and outside.

Encore Opening June 22-23rd! 1972-2026 Substation Farewell…read moreFood- this place fed me post breakups, midterms, etc. Always ordered the same sub with a side of potato salad. On June 20th, 2026, Substation has closed its doors after a fantastic run! Service- owner was always so personable and remembered a face! The staff was united because he build a community and special outings for employees. The memories were always posted on the wall. Ambiance- the owner and family made the seating and tables I recall. Very simple with patio seating available. Amazing job! You will be sorely missed.

Sad to hear this spot was going and had to go back one last time! Got the big dude on this occasion…read morewhich is one of my go to's. Subs are always fresh and packed with toppings here. I hope they find another location on campus or in Riverside to continue!

The sandwiches here are bomb... but the unsung hero is the pasta salad!!! I got the ultimate…read moreItalian based on online suggestions, and it was good, but it was a little bit soggy. The restaurant itself is what I would consider a hole in the wall, which I love! Seating is pretty straightforward and you can grab chips or a drink from the refrigerator. The menu speaks for itself and is very straightforward as well. You place your order hang out for a little bit and you pay once your order comes up. This was my second or third time stopping in and I still had some questions that the folks behind the counter were happy to answer.

The sandwich taste really delicious. I recommended this place to anyone that wants to eat good and…read morethe place is very clean . Thank you we will visit again. Best sandwich in riverside ca Thank you james

I come here almost everyday for my lunch and the quality, the customer service, and overall…read moreexperience every time is beyond exceptional! If you're reading this and you are thinking of trying Urban Cafe. Please do. My favorite is the Pesto Chicken Sandwich! Big shoutout to Ryane!

I went on Wednesday around 12pm for the first time. My coworkers recommended it. When I walked in,…read moreI was greeted and my coworker went to pick up her order and another coworkers order. I placed an order with the cashier and he was a really nice young man. I asked if he knew what was in the salmon bowl and I pointed to a picture on the wall. He told me everything in the bowl without missing a beat. my coworker said "wow you really know your stuff, that's so awesome" and he just shrugged and smiled. There are cookies on this heated surface by the cash register and oh man they looked so good. My food was prepared really fast. I don't even like sweet potatoes and planned to give them to my coworker but they were so good. I ate my entire bowl and saved the cookie for later. Both were so tasty. Next time, I'm going to get the chocolate cookie and probably the same bowl. I loved it here.

I've been eyeing this place through DoorDash and thought I'd try their sandwiches since it's near…read moremy workplace. This is a hidden gem on Central Avenue - ample parking in the back and you are greeted with a nice little patio with a coffee bar and you order your food inside. I had the egg bacon and cheddar cheese, breakfast sandwich and it was fabulous. They did not scrimp on the bacon, and the bread was beautifully toasted. You can taste - smell the good quality of the food. It was delish & for sure will be back again!

Delicious food, fresh ingredients!! An absolute local must. The owner was very nice as were the…read moreladies helping us! The place is cute, a little small on the inside but they have plenty of patio seating. I got the veggie sandwich and it hit the spot, perfect amount, perfect flavor! The garlic aioli is my favorite... I'm coming back just for that!!! We WILL be back! Love this new spot!

Hi everyone I've been going to delias grinders since about 1980 with my Grandma and Grandpa and for…read moreus it was always a Friday or Saturday family treat if it wasn't Shakeys, but I will say I in the last maybe 3 years I left a bad review about the bread not being the same,the owner had enough class and respec to call me up and discuss my issue witch blew me away that he took the time to call a random customer to hear me out about the bread , he did explain to me that there was an issue that day with the dough , he was very persistent on trying to make my experience and dinner right and I told him it was no big deal, he offered me a free grinder. The next time I came in but I never returned today I was craving a delias grinder ....when I called in the phone service was old school professional, not what I'm used to anymore. And when I got to the restaurant, the woman that it helped me. And cashed me out was extremely hospitable, respectful and treated me like a freaking customer. Not like I was bothering her like these people make you feel nowadays and that was refreshing Her name was cassidy . And because of her class, I will continue to return to Delias grinders University as much as I can. Thank you.

We come here often, we always get the same sandwich, the Philly DeFuego... they have changed the…read moresteak a few times over the years & it is usually as good or better.... However we went last week & they changed it again & it was not good at all, it is like shredded to a pulp, and way over seasoned, and almost salty. It was hard to finish and not something we will eat again. The staff were very nice when we arrived & the fries were delicious as always. But our favorite sandwich that has brought us back for years, even after moving away from the area 13.5 years ago is not good anymore, we will not make the 25 miles drive until the steak has been changed again.

First time here with a buddy of mine and my initial impressions were this: line was kinda crazy for…read morea weekday. The space inside is cute and has a relaxed ambiance and I appreciate being able to see the food prepped. That said it is very crowded and can't accommodate large parties/ number of people. After waiting in a semi-long line for about like 20/25 mins--we truly expected the service to be okay. Were well prepared or wait 20+ mins again which was a bummer except-- they shocked us! They had our food and coffee items out in under 5 mins I want to say. Me and my friend both loved what we bought. Would definitely recommend

Great find. Highly recommend. It was busy!!!! The line was long and the cashier was real busy but…read morealways politely gave customers an apology and did her best not to keep people waiting. Chai Latte I would give a 4 stars out of a 5 star. We all got breakfast sandwiches that were good. The sourdough bread deserves a 5/5 but the ingredients to the sandwich is like what you would get any other place but rest assured they bake their own bacon and use fresh eggs out of the shell. So that's as authentic you can get. We would go back and check other items on the menu. Recommend this new find ya'll.

This is the veggie sub. It's ok. Not as full as I would imagine it to be. Has 2 little pieces of…read moreavocado. Mainly bread.

This is not just another sub place, it is my Hero for Riverside, CA! WOW! The bread was so soft and…read morefresh, with ingredients that tasted great. The Ultimate Philly Hero included slices of avocado and the succulent flavors put a smile on my face. The ambiance was relaxed, clean and inviting. If you are looking for a great quick meal, this is the place to go.