Whether you’re toasting with a mimosa, sipping on a craft beer, indulging in the perfect cup of coffee, or enjoying a refreshing mocktail, Riverside’s local spots have you covered. While you’re savoring every bite and sip, don’t forget to support the businesses that make our city shine. Shop local, dine local, and make every moment delicious. Cheers to great flavors, good vibes, and a community worth toasting to—cheers, Riverside!
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The firm’s trial-tested attorneys handle a range of criminal matters, from simple to complex. They are often retained in difficult cases, and defend people from all walks of the community.
In every case, the client benefits from a team approach. By combining their expertise, the attorneys at Blumenthal & Moore bring more than 100 years of legal experience to every case, providing each client with the best possible defense.
Virginia Blumenthal, Jeff Moore, Brent Romney and Heather Green all contribute unique strengths and perspectives, along with thorough knowledge of the court system in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Mr. Moore and Mr. Romney are tough former prosecutors who put their experience to work in defending cases, while Ms. Green has a passion for defending those with mental health disorders – prioritizing justice for everyone, regardless of mental health status.
Founding attorney Virginia Blumenthal, known for opening the first female-owned law firm in the region, has been named one of the Top 100 trial lawyers in the United States by the National Trial Lawyers. Over time, she has received a long list of awards for her courtroom excellence and volunteer service in the community.
Most recently, Ms. Blumenthal was named Best Lawyer in the Inland Empire by Inland Empire Magazine (2024); received a Champions for Justice Award from the Fair Housing Council of Riverside County (2023); received the Civil Rights Law Giant Award from the Riverside County NAACP Youth Council (2023); and received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Corona Chamber of Commerce (2023).
Also in 2023, the team at Blumenthal & Moore received the Small Business Eagle Award from the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce – an honor that reflects a culture of excellence, experience and nearly five decades of commitment to clients.
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This issue marks The Riversider’s four year anniversary! It’s been a wild ride these last couple years, and we are so thankful to the community’s support of our magazine.
As we go into our fourth year, we feel more established and even more connected to our community. We love what we do and what we bring to our town. We are grateful to our growing readership and appreciate the feedback. Many of you have told us that you keep every copy or that you send them to loved ones and that warms our hearts. It makes all the hard work behind the scenes worth it.
In this anniversary issue, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on Riverside’s new one-of-a-kind retail and entertainment venue, the Farm House Collective. The Bailey family, owners of Stronghold
Engineering, have transformed a run down motel, destined for demolition, into a unique shopping, eating, and entertainment center. We had been counting down the days until Farm House opened. It’s definitely our new favorite live music venue in Riverside. Be sure to check it out!
As our readers know, The Riversider is based on fantastic photography. So, in this issue, we feature the annual Show ‘n Go, Riverside’s biggest car show. What makes this event so unique is that it essentially showcases the whole spectrum of cool cars. The annual event is always a custom car enthusiast’s dream.
It’s going to be a hot summer in Riverside, and we want to remind everyone to enjoy yourselves and shop local. Now more than ever as the economy is in flux, it’s so important to support our fellow
Riversiders. We highly suggest trying the new Dapper Dine and Lounge featured in this issue as well as the Farm House Collective on a warm summer evening. They have sidewalk misters and gelato!
We’d also like to give a huge shout out to our small but mighty staff of writers and photographers. We could not do this without them being our trusted eyes and ears throughout the community.
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I know a brilliant, powerhouse of a woman when I encounter one, and Susan Freeman is exactly that. Originally from New Orleans, she radiates that sweet southern charm. She is also the proud wife of Riverside City Manager, Mike Futrell, and a Navy mom—those roles ground her in humility and service. However, make no mistake, Susan Freeman is a force of her own.
Susan’s journey has taken her through boardrooms, classrooms, and legislative chambers. With a Ph.D. in Management of Complex Systems from UC Merced, a Master’s in Communication, and undergraduate degrees in journalism and political science, Freeman has spent her life studying how institutions interact—and more importantly, how they can evolve for good.
She is a self-purported nerd and loves working with data and technology. More than any title, she’s a storyteller who sees potential in people, places, and things. She’s here not just to witness change but to co-create it one conversation, one collaboration, one well-placed policy at a time. She is incredibly down to earth, warm and friendly. It’s no wonder she was chosen for this issue’s Riverside’s Finest!
When Freeman and Futrell began exploring Riverside as a potential new home, they didn’t limit themselves to downtown. “We drove through every ward,” Freeman recalled. “We wanted to understand the whole picture —where the challenges were, what people were passionate about, what stories weren’t being told.”
What they found was a city of contrasts: rich in culture, strong in spirit, yet grappling with inequities in education, access, and opportunity. When Futrell was appointed City Manager in January 2023, Freeman didn’t hesitate. “We chose Riverside not just for what it is, but for what it can become,” she shared.
Since arriving in Riverside, Susan has hit the ground running taking part in many things throughout town and not just for show, she’s actually willing to put in the work. She feels strongly about education for all and improving organizational dynamics by bringing in diversity not only skin deep, but diversity of perspective, of culture, and of experiences.
In our discussion, Freeman shared that building a resilient Riverside entails a systems
thinking approach to community development. She feels that many of the challenges we face today like economic instability, educational inequity, and cultural underfunding are interconnected. She points out that our response could be focused through a systems thinking lens that understands the city as an ecosystem of relationships that require feedback and support.
You may be wondering what exactly systemsthinking is? It’s an approach to problem solving that takes into account how individual parts of a system interact, evolve, and influence each other over time. Susan shared that systems thinking requires one to see the bigger picture, to analyze patterns, as well as to anticipate consequences. She believes that when applied to community development this approach helps ensure that progress in one area supports and sustains progress in other areas as well.
Susan’s vision for Riverside is one where local businesses, universities, and the city government operate not as silos, but as synergistic partners. When these sectors align their goals collaboratively, they can accelerate inclusive economic development, create pipelines to meaningful work, and foster a culture of civic pride through participation.
Doing the actual work in support of this systems-thinking approach, Freeman is very proud to serve as an Advisory Board Member for the University of California, Riverside’s School of Public Policy, Center for Community Solutions. In this role, she provides strategic guidance to advance research and policy solutions addressing regional challenges across the Inland Empire. This includes collaborating with academic leaders and community stakeholders to support equitable, data-driven initiatives that strengthen civic infrastructure and enhance public well-being. This work is critical in ensuring that local policies are rooted in rigorous research and aligned with the lived experiences of Riverside’s diverse communities. Phew! That is a lot and we are so excited to see her collaborative efforts continue to blossom within our community.
Education is near and dear to her heart, but specifically education for all. As a long time public educator, I share this passion and know that lifelong learning is the key to being successful. Susan goes deeper and believes that education
is not just a path to individual success; it’s the backbone of a healthy society. She also strongly believes that equity is essential to community development. “Equity is not an ‘add-on’ to community development; it is essential to its success. When historically marginalized groups are left behind, we all suffer from the lost potential.”
Her Conscious Inclusion Company is a consulting firm specializing in leadership development and inclusive communication. They analyze data to understand disparities in income, education, health, and housing. Strive to involve community members in the policymaking process, especially those who have been excluded. They’ve helped large corporate clients implement language access, transportation equity, and digital inclusion initiatives to bridge the gaps.
“As someone committed to inclusion, I believe we must move from performative statements to measurable outcomes. That means holding our institutions accountable and ensuring every resident feels a sense of belonging in our city.”
Susan is also committed to leadership development for women and girls. She firmly believes that communities cannot thrive when half their population is underrepresented in decision-making. We wholeheartedly agree! We must invest in the leadership potential of women and girls by creating mentorship and internship programs that connect young women to role models in government, business, science, and the arts. This also means ensuring representation of women in city leadership, commissions, and advisory boards. Freeman shares that studies consistently show that when women lead, communities are healthier, better educated, and more prosperous. Susan knows that a Riverside where women and girls see themselves reflected in leadership is a Riverside where everyone wins.
Freeman is also a visible presence in the cultural community. As a member of the Riverside Art Alliance and supporter of The Cheech Center for Chicano Art & Culture, she champions the arts as a pillar of civic infrastructure.
“A thriving arts scene doesn’t just beautify a city—it binds us together,” she said. “Art helps us process trauma, express identity, and imagine new futures.” Freeman sees creative expression
as essential to community health just as vital as roads or schools. “Public art, music in our parks, youth theater are not luxuries,” she insisted. “They’re part of what makes us human.”
Freeman contends that none of these goals exist in isolation. Their success depends on intentional, ongoing collaboration across sectors. Susan shares that resilience is not just the ability to bounce back from crisis; it’s the capacity to adapt, evolve, and thrive amid change.
“Resilience means long-term investment,” she said. “It means policies that address root causes, not just symptoms. It means leadership that listens, learns, and leads with empathy.”
She points to the Riverside University Health System Foundation, where she serves as a board member helping to raise funds for pediatric care and behavioral health services.
“Health equity, too, is a systems issue,” she noted. “And it’s one we must tackle with urgency and compassion.”
Freeman believes Riverside is ready for this kind of leadership. “We have the institutions. We have the heart,” she said. “What we need now is the shared vision and discipline to bring it all together.”
Susan and her work push us to imagine a Riverside where a young girl in the Eastside neighborhood dreams of becoming a city planner because she met one at a career day sponsored by the university and the city. Freeman wants to help build a Riverside where a small business owner can hire local youth trained in a program developed by the chamber and a local community college.
“Let us invest in a Riverside where the murals on our walls, the music in our parks, and the performances at The Cheech reflect the richness and diversity of who we are.”
Susan also hosts The Force, a podcast celebrating women in public service, and she mentors emerging leaders through local and national networks. “Leadership shouldn’t be a lonely path,” she said. “Especially for women, and especially for women of color.”
We love all of these ideas and the energy that Susan brings to any project she works on. We are excited and can’t wait to see where her vision takes Riverside.
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Her eyes fill up with tears as she reflects about being a small business owner. Since graduating from high school, 24-year-old Destiney Torres has been following the footsteps of the women in her family towards a career in apartment leasing.
After getting the opportunity to open her own shop at the Farm House Collective, she created her own path and followed her dream of making art her full time job.
Her canvas is unconventional. Rather than creating an art piece that will hang in a museum, Torres turned a corner of the Farm House Collective into her blank space.
Torres opened Pocket Change Thrift Store — a brick-and-mortar space just 200 square feet in size, yet home to 37 small businesses. The shop sells locally made handcrafted goods that range from clothes to jewelry.
“I think it’s cool to inspire my family and then also be a [trailblazer] for the future generations to show them,” said Torres sitting in the middle of her shop. “You don’t have to go a traditional route, or feel forced to do [something you don’t want to.]”
Throughout her formative years in school, Torres was always told there was no time for art in her busy schedule. Her counselors would advise her to take advanced placement classes instead of art classes. Yet, art would always find a way to sneak into her fully-booked life.
Torres and her cousin would take the bus to Redlands Market Night. She fell in love with the atmosphere and energy of the flea markets. After she started to work out of the Eastside Art House, Torres approached the owner Juan Navarro with an idea of starting a night market.
With no followers, no network of artists to work with, Torres launched the night market and took a risk.
“I don’t know any artists, I don’t know any vendors, I’ve never done a market,” said Torres. “I just remember what I would see in Redlands and I’m like, how can I replicate that on a small scale first?”
Pretty soon, Torres had a network of more than 10 thousand vendors to work with – outgrowing her flea market. A phone call from Navarro quickly changed her situation.
Initially, Navarro wanted to open an art gallery in the Farm House Collective, but passed on the idea. He gave Torres a call and asked if she finally wanted to open up a shop like she always dreamed of.
After dancing with joy in her room, Torres drove to a developing new venture. At the time, the Farm House Collective was an empty lot with minimal framing for a future shopping and entertainment center. However, for Torres, it was the beginning of her authentic self.
“I literally signed my name on the little wood,” remembers Torres. “I’m claiming this.”
Torres began to search through her network of vendors. Some passed on it after seeing the bare bones of the shop, while others trusted the vision. She bought books on how to run your own store, negotiated her own terms, and created an Amazon wishlist for the shop. Her family, her vendors and the community came together and helped Torres complete her canvas.
“I think as I get older, I learn you really need community, you need people to trust in you and you need people to work with you,” said Torres.
Everyone made this vision happen, because without them, this would probably be like a little empty store.”
Pocket Change Thrift Store is open from Tuesday through Sunday from 11 to 7 pm with 5 pop-up markets spread throughout the month.
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F A L L I N G ?
Nationally, the housing market is cooling with a slight dip in home prices and higher mortgage rates, but still shows a 4 .1% annual increase. Factors like increased inventory and buyer caution contribute to this shift. However, Riverside presents a more optimistic outlook.
�� Riverside Market Snapshot (May 2025): Median Price (City): $667,000 up from $655,000 last month
Median Price (County): Steady at $610,000
Days on Market (City): Down to 19 days (from 31 in January)
New Listings (City): 324, up from 280 Inventory Supply: At 3 months, moving toward a more balanced market
Activity is surging again. Open houses are packed with buyers from LA, OC, and San Diego looking for more space and value. While we saw some volatility around the election season, that’s now stabilizing.
Sellers: It's still a strong time to list especially heading into summer.
Buyers: More choices, less competition, and some room to negotiate.
Investors: Riverside remains a solid longterm play with strong rental demand. Bottom line: Riverside isn’t falling it’s adjusting And if you're thinking of making a move, this could be your moment
Jonathan Godinez didn’t set out to be a digital artist. But somewhere between the graffiti-lined walls of Tijuana and the art studios of Southern California, he found his way into a practice that defies categorization—one that spans sculpture, digital media, and painting, all woven together by questions of memory, identity, and place.
Born in Mexico and raised in Riverside county, the Mexican-American artist grew up experiencing two cultures. This duality informs his work, which often reflects a search for belonging in both physical and digital spaces. Jonathan began his education at Norco City College before transferring to Cal State Long Beach, where he earned a B.A. in Studio Arts in 2021. Following this, he joined Eastside Arthouse, a dynamic Riverside-based art collective known for its community of boundary-pushing
artists. During his time at this community studio he supported multiple artists in implementing tech into their practice, reminding him of his passion for teaching others. He recently received his MFA from Claremont Graduate University in 2024 in an effort to teach college level art courses.
Initially trained in painting and drawing, Jonathan’s practice expanded dramatically during his undergraduate years. Woodworking and sculpture drew him in, and soon he was exploring 3D modeling and printing—using software to design intricate forms and bring them to life as physical objects. The result is a unique blend of tradition and tech.
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By graduate school, his practice had evolved further, incorporating 3D scanning as a core method. His MFA thesis featured compelling 3D-printed sculptures that questions how we perceive form and material. By digitizing everyday objects and reshaping them, Jonathan asks where our perceived reality ends and the virtual world begins. His art is deeply rooted
in his bicultural experience. Architectural fragments, consumer culture, and digital layering serve as visual metaphors for the immigrant experience—revealing how external structures shape our internal narratives and beliefs. In fall 2025, Jonathan’s goal of becoming a professor comes to fruition as he takes on a new role as an educator at Scripps College, where he plans to guide students through the same intersection of traditional and digital media in his upcoming course titled Digital Fabrication in Fine Art.
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Sebraé Harris draws everything by hand , an anomaly in today’s digitally dominant art world. The Riverside illustrator and mangaka just finished his “Citrus Belle” series for the Raincross Gazette, but that’s only the beginning of what he has planned for the city’s arts community.
There’s something refreshingly straightforward about Harris’s approach. While most artists have moved to computers and tablets, he sticks with pen and paper, hand-drawn animation, and physical art-making because he believes they connect to something deeper.
“As we live in a digitally oriented world, we tend to forget the beauty of the traditional human heart of love and kindness,” he explained. “Here in the District of Arts & Culture, I want to encapsulate the beauty and gifts we’re blessed with that highlight peace, harmony, and joy. This is my message to the world.”
That philosophy of love and kindness runs through everything Harris creates, but don’t
mistake his optimism for naivety. He’s also a savvy promoter who believes strongly in his work and isn’t shy about getting it in front of people. This combination of genuine positivity and business sense has helped him build real momentum in Riverside’s creative scene.
His projects with the Inlandia Institute, Riverside Art Museum, and Main Library workshops have all built toward a bigger goal: opening a physical studio space dedicated to traditional animation, comic books, manga, and paper theater storytelling.
“My goal is to have a physical studio space to create, showcase, perform, and mentor traditional animation, comic books, manga, and paper theater storytelling to the Riverside generations of old and new,” Harris said.
This isn’t just about having a place to work. Harris envisions his studio as a training ground where “aspiring artists will come to get hands-on experiences to enhance their interests, educational
path, and careers.” He’s even planning to offer employment opportunities, turning his artistic vision into economic opportunity for others.
Then there’s “STAR-LAND”, an adventure park concept Harris has been developing since middle school where visitors can “explore to become everyday superheroes.” It might sound like a fantasy, but given his track record of turning creative ideas into actual community programs, it’s worth taking seriously.
What makes Harris compelling isn’t just his commitment to pen-and-paper artmaking or his unabashed optimism, it’s how he combines both with practical action.
As “Citrus Belle” wraps up and new projects take shape, he’s proving that hand-drawn dreams can become hand-built realities in Riverside’s growing arts district.
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Along a quiet curve in Riverside’s Hawarden Hills, a modernist hillside home reveals itself slowly—never flashy, never loud. Designed by architect Clinton Marr in 1960 as a home for his family, this understated residence demonstrates how modern architecture can be personal, precise, and perfectly attuned to its place.
Clint Marr was a Riverside native, born in 1925 and raised in a working-class family. After serving in the Navy during World War II, he returned to Southern California to study architecture at the University of Southern California—a school that, at the time, was reshaping American architectural education.
Marr enrolled in 1947, during a postwar enrollment boom that brought both veterans and a fresh sense of experimentation to the studio. His classmates included future modernist leaders such as Pierre Koenig, Frank Gehry, Conrad Buff III, and Donald Hensman. Marr studied under some of the era’s most influential voices: A. Quincy Jones, Calvin Straub, Gregory Ain, and William Pereira. These professors emphasized residential modernism grounded in climate, material honesty, and human needs—a philosophy that shaped Marr’s career.
After graduating in 1953, Marr spent a short time working in Los Angeles before returning home to Riverside, where he opened his own architecture firm in 1956. He quickly became a key figure in shaping the built environment of the city—from schools and civic buildings to churches and private homes.
But among all his projects, the home he designed for himself, his wife Geraldine (Gerry), and their two children may be the most personal reflection of his architectural approach. Built in 1960, the Marr Residence #2 sits on a keystoneshaped lot on a sloped street, with a seasonal creek running along one edge. The house steps with the terrain in a z-shaped plan, protecting its
from the public street while opening generously toward the private landscape at the rear of the property.
The design follows a strict three-foot structural grid—a system Marr developed based on the proportions of the Japanese tatami mat. He was drawn to the clarity and discipline of this modular logic and used it to organize everything from the spacing of columns to the dimensions of cabinetry and glazing. This was no passing influence. Marr admired how traditional Japanese architecture created visual harmony and spatial balance through repetition and proportion. In his own home, that translated into a consistent rhythm that gives the house both structure and serenity. Years later, Marr would reflect that he may have been too rigid in applying the grid, acknowledging that it led to narrow hallways and constrained spaces in places. Even so, it gave the house a framework that brought order to both form and function.
The house is built using a wood post-andbeam system, a familiar structural method in mid-century Southern California, but here it’s employed with particular clarity. Marr left the beams exposed, revealing the skeleton of the building. The grid is visible, and even over
emphasized, in the clerestory windows, the tiled floors, the spacing of each post. Rather than hiding the framework behind finishes, Marr allowed materials to speak plainly—wood, glass, stucco— each meeting the next with quiet intentionality. Entry to the home begins beneath a simple entry pergola, a later addition to draw attention to the entry, that leads to a stair and front terrace. From there, a clear axis cuts through the house— front terrace, entry, dining room, and out to a rear garden— underscored by glass that allowed you to view all the way through the house, drawing the eye and body through the space. Marr didn’t rely on full-height walls to divide rooms. Instead, he used changes in ceiling height, built-in cabinetry, and floor transitions to subtly define each area. The ceiling above the kitchen and dining room is raised and ringed with clerestory jalousie windows, allowing light and warm air to escape. The kitchen sits at the center of the plan, bridging public and private zones and embodying the idea—taught to Marr by Calvin Straub—that the kitchen, dining (also serving as family room) was the true heart of domestic life.
Natural light and climate response are handled with care throughout. The home’s west-facing
side, which receives the harshest afternoon sun, is more enclosed, with clerestories set high beneath deep eaves, resulting in nearly no direct sunlight. In contrast, the eastern and southern elevations are open and expansive, lined with sliding glass doors and full-height glazing that frame views of trees, lawn, and distant landscape. Marr understood that modern architecture in Riverside had to do more than just look good—it had to perform in the climate.
And yet, the home’s real magic lies beyond its structure. While Marr shaped the structure, it was Gerry who brought the landscape to life. She carefully selected and arranged the plantings that now define the property—an immersive garden that softens the lines of the house and connects it to its setting. Trees provide shade and privacy, while flowering shrubs, vines, and groundcover form a tapestry of seasonal color and texture. While Clint designed the frame, it was Gerry who filled in the canvas. Together, they created a home where the architecture and the landscape are in constant conversation—a place designed not just to exist in nature, but to live in it.
The Marr Residence #2 is modest in size and unassuming from the street, but it’s a
deeply considered work of architecture. Every line, proportion, and transition reflects Clint Marr’s values as both a designer. More than 70 years later, it continues to speak—not through bold gestures, but through quiet clarity, thoughtful proportions, and a garden that
grows more meaningful with time. Clinton Marr passed away on September 5, 2016, just shy of his 91st birthday. The home he created for his family remains one of his most personal and enduring contributions to the city he loved.
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Part 1: Back from the Dead
The Farm House Collective is more than just another entertainment venue: it represents a family’s deep love affair with Riverside and their determination to breathe new life into a neighborhood they’ve watched decline for decades.
Beverly Bailey, owner of Farm House Collective and CEO of Stronghold Engineering, the construction company that built it, has a connection to the University Avenue corridor that runs soul-deep,
rooted in memories of first dates and family history that spans generations.
“My family was in the military stationed at March Air Force Base, and our family moved here in ‘76,” Beverly recalled. “I saw a lot of Riverside’s growth, and what stuck out to me was there was a lot going on in the area where the farmhouse is.”
The area held personal significance—she worked at Chan’s restaurant, her family owned the Hacienda motel next door, and she had her
first date with her husband at Cask ‘n Cleaver. All three buildings eventually burned down, leaving painful reminders of what was lost.
“Just watching all that go away and being able to hold on and sustain and bring life back through the farmhouse is really sweet and gratifying,” Beverly explained.
The programmatic architecture of the original farmhouse building, one of the last remaining character structures on University
Avenue, made preservation even more compelling. Rather than demolish and start fresh, the Baileys committed to a full restoration that would honor the building’s history while creating something new for the community.
For Beverly, the project represents more than business success. The Bailey family’s successful construction business provided the resources to tackle what others might have seen as an impossible restoration project. The Bailey’s have built from the ground up, taking Stronghold
Engineering from a home-based electrical business to a successful full-service construction company. But this wasn’t philanthropy in the traditional sense; it was more personal.
“We’ve been blessed and fortunate to have a successful business in construction and being able to utilize some of those blessings into a project like this is a family legacy,” she said. “I just hope that my kids are embracing Riverside, that other families will feel the same way, and Riverside will be more than just something that you pass through, but people will realize and see how unique and wonderful our city is.”
The Farm House Collective sits strategically positioned to connect UCR students with the broader Riverside community, creating a safe, walkable destination that bridges campus life with city culture. It’s a vision years in the making, born from genuine love for a city and neighborhood that deserved better than decline.
Part 2: The Collective
The vendor spaces at Farm House Collective reflect the same commitment to quality and permanence that drove the building’s restoration. This isn’t a typical food court or strip mall collection of businesses: it’s what Beverly Bailey calls “a beautiful collective of independent creatives,” carefully curated to create a cohesive community experience.
The emphasis throughout the project has been on craft and quality over quick profits. Unlike many entertainment venues that start small and hope to grow, the Baileys front-loaded their investment to create something built to last from day one.
The contrast became evident during the ribbon-cutting ceremony—a well-attended but comfortable afternoon event that transformed into a parking nightmare by evening when the concert began, with cars filling what seemed like a square mile around the venue.
‘If you build it, they will come’ proved prophetic, but the success stems from the attention to professional details often overlooked in startup venues. This is a high-quality, clean, professional concept with excellent facilities—family-friendly and all-ages, representing something genuinely new for Riverside’s entertainment landscape.
The vendors themselves benefit from this professional infrastructure. Rather than the typical struggling startup scenario where businesses hope to eventually afford better locations, the Farm House tenants begin with proper plumbing, permits, and the kind of foundational stability that allows them to focus on their craft rather than survival.
Currently open vendors include Bricks and Birch (wood-fired pizza), Benedetto Gelato, Blue Bowl (acai bowls), Batter Rebellion’s (gourmet burgers), Bar Ni Modo (craft cocktails), Cold One (beer garden), Rat City (vinyl records), Eco Now (sustainable products), Pocket Change Vintage Finds, and Rooted in Love (plant shop).
The Farm House Collective has only been open a couple of months, but it has already become a place where families meet and gather. The transformation is remarkable: what was once a spot of actual danger has emerged as a destination where parents comfortably bring their kids to play. The vibe change is palpable.
These retail and food offerings complement rather than compete with each other, creating an environment where families can spend entire evenings. Parents can browse local artisan goods while children enjoy age-appropriate entertainment, then everyone can gather for dinner before a show. It’s a model that recognizes how people want to spend their leisure time: not rushing between disconnected venues, but settling into a space designed for lingering.
The Baileys’ investment in acquiring the adjacent Hacienda motel property for parking and additional vendor space demonstrates their long-term commitment to the concept. They’re not testing the waters; they’re creating an entertainment destination with room to grow and evolve with the community’s needs.
For local entrepreneurs, Farm House Collective offers something rare: a professionally managed space where their businesses can thrive without the typical infrastructure headaches that derail so many promising ventures.
When music industry veteran Phil Pirrone talks about Riverside’s entertainment landscape, he speaks with the authority of someone who’s spent over two decades building relationships and understanding markets. His partnership with Farm House Collective represents more than just booking shows: it’s a strategic effort to put Riverside back on the map for touring artists who have long skipped the Inland Empire.
Pirrone’s credentials speak for themselves. Since founding the Desert Days festival in 2012, he’s booked legendary acts like Iggy Pop, My Bloody Valentine, Stereolab, and Tame Impala.
“Getting Iggy Pop was a pretty surreal moment for me,” he recalled. “I was really sick, and I was in the UK on tour, and I was in bed, and I got the
word, and I just yelped in my bed with my little sick, cracked voice. Never been so happy in all my life, outside of the birth of my two children.”
The connection to Farm House Collective developed organically. Kyler Bailey, who attended his first Coachella in 2003 as an eighth-grader and became a regular Desert Days attendee, reached out while the venue was still under construction.
“I grew up loving music, going to concerts, and we’d have to travel outside Riverside to go to shows,” Kyler explained. “I’ve been familiar with Desert Days and I was always thinking that they were hosting the festival. I thought it’d be a great collaboration.”
Pirrone consulted on everything from stage design to production infrastructure, eventually becoming the venue’s concert producer and talent buyer. The partnership reflects both parties’ shared passion for bringing quality live music back to the Inland Empire.
“Phil played his first show as a kid in Riverside, and I believe he’s from Corona. So, he’s from the area and he has a lot of passion about bringing quality live music back to the area, as well,” Kyler noted.
The partnership addresses a critical gap in Riverside’s music scene. “The market desperately needs a midsize venue,” Pirrone observed. “The only venues in town are thousand and two-thousandcapacity, so that leaves a lot of artists skipping the market.”
Farm House Collective’s 500-person capacity fills that void, potentially attracting acts that would otherwise bypass the Inland Empire entirely.
Pirrone sees broader implications for the venue’s success. “I think that Farm House has real potential to not only corner the market, but become a cultural institution in Riverside,” he said. “Part
the first shows to sell out at the Collective.
of my challenge, which I love, is to get Riverside back on the map for those midsize artists.”
Plans for potential festivals and partnerships with local promoters like Mucho Gusto suggest ambitions that extend well beyond typical club programming.
For Riverside music fans, Farm House Collective represents something they’ve waited decades to see: a professionally run venue with the infrastructure and industry connections to attract quality touring acts to their backyard.
Check out Mark from Riverside's behind the scenes video of the making of this article:
WORDS: KEN CRAWFORD
For one day each May, downtown Riverside transforms into the city everyone remembers—or wishes they could remember. Chrome gleams under California sunshine, engines rumble with the promise of open roads, and suddenly the streets feel exactly like they're supposed to feel. The Show and Go Car Show, now in its twentyeighth year, taps into something deeper than automotive appreciation. It's a collective act of memory-making, where classic cars become time machines carrying us back to an idealized version of our shared past. Whether you grew up here or just arrived, the event appeals to that universal longing for when things felt simpler, more beautiful, more connected.
California is car culture, and many of us mark the chapters of our lives by what we were driving. The Model T that carried our grandparents through downtown's early days. The Mustang that defined teenage summers. The carefully restored Camaro that represents decades of weekend devotion. At Show and Go, these mechanical memories cruise the same streets where Riverside's story began, long before the automobile arrived to reshape everything.
The partnership between Riverside East Rotary Club and the Old Farts Racing Team reflects the event's inclusive spirit. You don't need to own a classic car to belong here—you just need to appreciate the artistry of chrome and steel, the symphony of perfectly tuned engines, and the simple pleasure of people gathering to celebrate something beautiful together.
Downtown Riverside predates the automobile but became emblematic of car culture as one of California's first commuter communities. Show and Go honors both histories, creating a temporary overlay where past and present merge. The cruise route winds through streets that have witnessed a century of change, but for these few hours, time seems negotiable.
This isn't just a car show. It's downtown Riverside at its best, reminding everyone why they fell in love with this place and proving that sometimes the most powerful engine is nostalgia itself.
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On the corner of Mission Inn Avenue and Vine Street you’ll find the brilliantly remodeled Dapper Dine and Lounge.
While it’s the same footprint as previous establishments, you will be shocked at how beautiful and refined the new aesthetic is once you step inside. The dining room just looks really amazing and the open concept blends the inside with the outside patio seamlessly. As we sat outside, I enjoyed both the modern decor and laid back, yet fancy vibe.
Owner David Garcia dreamt up the Dapper Dine and Lounge concept because, as a foodie, he wanted to bring something wonderful to Riverside. A restaurant that really conveyed that high end dining feel found in places like Los Angeles or Orange County. Dapper Dine and Lounge opened this past January and has been enthusiastically welcomed by the Riversiders who’d been craving a classy, but unique dining experience.
The Riversider sat down with Lead Server Sheree Kamrani and manager, Angel Lomeli to tell us about the fabulous dishes they wanted to share with us. Head Chef, Hugo Porcayo, created an extensive menu filled with a variety of house made delicious creations.
We tried the popular Cajun Shrimp Appetizer and it was jam packed with flavor! Several large perfectly cooked shrimp are served in this amazing
dreamy and creamy garlic butter cream sauce with just the right amount of kick from real cajun seasoning. Trust me, you will want to lick the bowl!
Next they served us a refreshing roasted beet salad. This consisted of baby arugula, roasted red and golden beets, red onion, candied walnuts, orange wedges, and fresh feta cheese all tossed in a delightful lemon vinaigrette. It is not something I would normally order, but it was really good! I’d definitely recommend this for a great vegetarian option.
We also tried the Chipotle Chicken Pasta, and it was so unique and fantastic! It was bursting with creamy chipotle flavor, but be aware that it has lots of heat to it. The Honey Chipotle Chicken was so tender and juicy it seemed like it had been simmering in the house made tasty sauce that was poured over penne pasta, it was so so good! It was also served with a side of their garlic bread, yum!
The main attraction was their Wild Mushroom Hanging Tender Steak, and it did not disappoint. The steak was so tender and grilled beautifully and served over a smoked blue cheese demi-glace on a bed of perfectly sauteed wild mushrooms. It was delectable and felt very luxurious to eat. I highly recommend, you will not regret it.
We also had the pleasure of trying some of their signature craft cocktails all created by their lead bartenders from their full bar. They shared a few of their popular drinks starting with the mysterious ‘Midnight Tartini’ which is a blackberry
herb infused martini oozing with style. It is made with Tito’s vodka, rosemary simple syrup, lemon juice, and blackberry syrup. It was sweet and tart, making for a refreshing drink great for any time of the day.
The ‘Into the Jungle’ was their modern take on the classic Mai Tai, super good! The ‘Watermelon Sugar’ was a surprising mix of fresh watermelon puree, mint, coconut cream with lime juice, and soda water balanced nicely with Diplomatico rum making for a unique summer drink. They also serve a classic old fashioned that seems to hit the spot with those who know.
Last but not least are their mocktails. I got to try the cucumber lemonade, and it was absolutely delicious! This is a great idea because even if you're not into hard alcohol you can still hang out and enjoy a true craft mocktail that looks amazing and you know has been made with creativity and love.
Overall, our visit to Dapper Dine and Lounge was fabulous! The service was excellent. The attention to detail is noticeable. The ambiance was very modern and posh. The beautiful outdoor patio is both alluring and relaxing. I can’t say enough about this transformation! Next time you’re in the downtown area go check out Dapper, and enjoy all they have to offer.
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Batter Rebellion 1393 University Ave (951) 901-9357
Bushfire Kitchen
5225 Canyon Crest Dr Ste 92 (951) 534-0697
ProAbition Whiskey Lounge & Kitchen
3597 Main St (951) 222-2110
The Rustik Fork Eatery 1355 E Alessandro Blvd Ste 101 (951) 656-3555
The State 3800 Main St (951) 728-3330
Yard House 3775 Tyler St (951) 688-9273
BAKERIES/DONUTS
American Donuts
3355 Iowa Ave (951) 329-3238
Baguette Bakery & Café
767 W Blaine St B (951) 788-5300
Baker’s Dozen Donuts
6100 Magnolia Ave (951) 369-0198
Beignet Spot 4019 Market St (951) 224-9830
Better-Be Donuts Café 1015 E Alessandro Blvd (951) 653-0166
Cakebox
3557 Main St A (951) 660-4179
Casey’s Cupcakes
3649 Mission Inn Ave (951) 328-6908
Chela’s Panadería 4022 Park Ave (951) 680-9983
Christy’s Donuts 8151 Arlington Ave (951) 977-8166
Cookie Co. Riverside 195 E Alessandro Blvd (951) 521-0846
Cupcakes & Curiosities
3569 Main St (951) 452-6271
Delicias del Horno Bakery
3969 Chicago Ave (951) 456-9448
Donut Cravings
7132 Van Buren Blvd (951) 789-8324
Donut Tyme
5225 Canyon Crest Dr (951) 788-5043
Donut Queen
5501 Mission Blvd (951) 369-8797
Dunkin’ Donuts 18641 Van Buren Blvd (951) 384-2882
Dunkin’ Donuts
4922 La Sierra Ave (951) 777-8377
Freshh Donuts
781 W Blaine St (951) 682-5648
P.S. I Crepe You 6095 Magnolia Ave (951) 742-5167
Isabella’s Cupcakes & More
5225 Canyon Crest Dr #28 (951) 782-9200
Linda’s Donuts
3950 Pierce St (951) 351-8288
Lindmair Bakery 9230 Magnolia Ave (951) 688-2131
Lola’s Bakery
4026 Chicago Ave (951) 683-1219
Miss Donuts & Bagel
3962 University Ave (951) 787-0193
Mochi Lion 1242 University Ave (951) 534-0756
Mr. Blue’s Donuts
19009 Van Buren Blvd Ste 123 (951) 780-3188
Nothing Bundt Cakes
3639 Riverside Plaza Dr #502 (951) 787-1885
Ochoa’s Mexican Bakery 10330 Arlington Ave #3 (951) 359-8128
Ortiz Bakery
421 Iowa Ave #A (951) 787-9138
Pepe’s Panaderia 3511 Madison St (951) 353-8801
Rainbow Donuts
3758 La Sierra Ave (951) 688-7889
Randy's Donuts
3519 Van Buren Blvd (951) 588-5678
Riverside Cookie Shoppe
6737 Brockton Ave (951) 686-6374
Simple Simon’s
Bakery & Bistro
3639 Main St (951) 369-6030
Star Donut
5145 Jurupa Ave #H (951) 530-8006
Steve’s Donuts
7201 Arlington Ave Ste C (951) 323-7153
Uncle Chuang’s Bakery
3740 Iowa Ave #109 (951) 275-8800
Urban Dripp
3750 University Ave #175 (951) 742-5949
US Donuts
4786 La Sierra Ave (951) 352-1893
3720 Sunnyside Dr (951) 823-0797
Winchell’s Donut House 1705 University Ave (951) 682-8834
Woodcrest Donuts
19510 Van Buren Blvd Ste F7 (951) 653-5054
Yvette’s Bakery
6729 Indiana Ave (951) 742-5541
Yum Yum Donuts
3247 Arlington Ave (951) 683-5489
BAR & GRILLS
Art’s Bar & Grill
3357 University Ave (951) 683-9520
Duke’s Bar & Grill
3221 Iowa Ave (951) 248-1143
Events Sports Grill
10560 Magnolia Ave #A (951) 352-2693
Fire Up Grill
3750 University Ave (951) 289-9071
Flat Top Bar & Grill
17960 Van Buren Blvd (951) 780-0114
Craftz Lounge
3720 Mission Inn Ave (951) 717-9038
Joe’s Bar & Grill
10909 Magnolia Ave (951) 637-3931
Law’s Restaurant 9640 Indiana Ave (951) 354-7021
Shooters Sports & Grill 10226 Indiana Ave (951) 785-9588
Sire Restaurant
6440 Magnolia Ave (951) 683-7473
BARS/LOUNGES
Bar Ni Modo 1393 University ave (951) 223-6829
Dapper Dine & Lounge 3203 Mission Inn Ave (951) 620-0004
Downtown Experiment 3601 University Ave (951) 355-2606
Lake Alice Trading Co 3616 University Ave (951) 686-7343
Locals Public House 285 E Alessandro Blvd (951) 780-1800
Mezcal Ultra Lounge
3737 Main St Ste 100 (951) 333-8558
The Brickwood 3653 Main St (951) 352-2739
The Lobby 3730 Main St (951) 742-5020
The Menagerie 3581 University Ave (951) 788-8000
The Presidential Lounge 3649 Mission Inn Ave (951) 784-0300
VIP Nightclub & Restaurant 3673 Merrill Ave (951) 784-2370
W. Wolfskill 4281 Main St (951) 374-1176
BBQ
Cowboy Burgers & BBQ 5573 Arlington Ave (951) 977-9454
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 3540 Riverside Plaza Dr Ste 314 (951) 683-9700
Gram’s BBQ
3527 Main St (951) 782-8219
Messi Soul Kitchen 4270 Riverwalk Pkwy #104 (951) 588-6252
Mongolian BBQ 1242 University Ave STE 7 (951) 686-0702
Smoke & Fire Social Eatery
5225 Canyon Crest Dr #9 (909) 542-9054
Spirit of Texas BBQ 3965 Market St (951) 462-1117
Stagecoach 3775 Tyler St. Unit B (951) 602-1940
BREAKFAST DINERS & CAFES
Amy’s 10635 Magnolia Ave (951) 689-0296
Brandon’s Diner 10246 Indiana Ave Ste A (951) 359-3617
Brandon’s Diner 9646 Magnolia Ave (951) 637-2782
Buenos Dias Cafe 2790 14th St (951) 405-8031
Cafe Le Reve 141 E Alessandro Blvd Ste 10A (951) 215-0007
Crest Cafe 5225 Canyon Crest Dr Ste 40 (951) 784-2233
Daily Brew Coffee House 2955 Van Buren Blvd (951) 352-7477
Flo’s Farmhouse Cafe 5620 Van Buren Blvd (951) 352-2690
Joanna’s Cafe 17950 Van Buren Blvd (951) 789-8843
Kountry Folks
3653 La Sierra Ave (951) 354-0437
Soup Shoppe 6712 Magnolia Ave (951) 781-4710
The Riverside Airport Cafe 6951 Flight Rd (951) 688-3337
Rodeo Cafe 17136 Van Buren Blvd (951) 780-0388
BREWERIES
All Points Brewing Co. 2023 Chicago Ave Unit B8 (951) 213-6258
Carbon Nation Brewing 9860 Indiana Ave, Unit 19
Euryale Brewing Company 2060 Chicago Ave Ste A-17 (951) 530-8865
Hangar 24
5225 Canyon Crest Dr Unit 58 (951) 213-4777
Packinghouse Brewing Company
6421 Central Ave Ste 101-A (951) 333-9261
Route 30 Brewing Company
9860 Indiana Ave Ste 19 (951) 776-7083
Route 30 Tap Room 3740 Mission Inn Ave
Thompson Brewing 9900 Indiana Ave (951) 289-7533
BURGERS
Baker’s Drive Thru 2221 Main St (909) 884-5233
Baker’s Drive Thru 6686 Indiana Ave (909) 884-5233
Baker’s Drive Thru
1300 Blaine St (909) 884-5233
Baker’s Drive Thru 10225 Magnolia Ave (909) 884-5233
Baker’s Drive Thru 5396 Mission Blvd (909) 884-5233
Boys Burgers
10737 Magnolia Ave (951) 689-1294
Burger Boss
2585 Canyon Springs Pkwy (951) 656-6500
BurgerIM
10920 Magnolia Ave Unit 105 (951) 441-8868
Chris’ Burgers 407 Iowa Ave (951) 781-8542
Cowboy Burgers & BBQ 5573 Arlington Ave (951) 977-9454
Dairy Queen 8610 California Ave, Suite 101 (951) 343-4075
Farmer Boys
3400 University Ave (951) 680-0900
Farmer Boys 2901 Iowa Ave (951) 782-9003
Farmer Boys
3303 Madison St (951) 351-9700
George’s Drive-In 9910 Magnolia Ave (951) 688-2471
Johnny’s Burgers
4825 La Sierra Ave (951) 688-1000
Johnny’s Burgers
3394 Madison St (951) 687-3599
Mission Burgers
4606 Pine St (951) 682-7272
MGM Burgers 1691 Main St (951) 276-1744
Monty’s Good Burger 3605 Market Street (213) 915-0257
Nikko’s Burgers 9295 Magnolia Ave STE 112 (951) 352-7290
Original Tommy’s 7504 Mission Grove Pkwy S (951) 780-4201
R Burgers 5980 Van Buren Blvd (951) 358-9203
R Burgers 1666 University Ave (951) 784-4350
Urban Skillet
1223 University Ave, Ste 150 (951) 213-1760
Smash Papas 3605 Market St
Star Burgers 7207 Arlington Ave (951) 689-5050
Zorba’s Restaurant 450 Iowa Ave (951) 686-5830
Zorba’s Express 770 University Ave (951) 787-0094
CHINESE
Big Sky Bistro 1575 University Ave Ste A (951) 328-1688
Canton Chinese Food 1756 University Ave (951) 684-6126
Chen Ling Palace 9856 Magnolia Ave (951) 351-8511
Chinatown 10935 Magnolia Ave (951) 785-6197
Greedy Cat 1400 University Ave Ste 108 (909) 655-7235
HK BBQ House 3740 Iowa Ave #102 (951) 777-1368
Ho Choy’s 10352 Arlington Ave (951) 785-1188
Ho Ho
3511 Madison St (951) 637-2411
Hong Kong Fastfood 1490 University Ave (951) 686-2223
Jade China 2712 Canyon Springs Pkwy (951) 653-9200
Little Beijing
Chinese Fast Food
5800 Van Buren Blvd (951) 509-1188
Lucky Wok
2995 Van Buren Blvd (951) 688-2888
Master Gan 1299 Galleria at Tyler
Monark Asian Bistro
5225 Canyon Crest Dr #64 (951) 683-1073
Mythos Chef 18187 Van Buren Blvd (949) 805-2223
Mr. China Express 8451 Colorado Ave #8301 (951) 687-8967
Mr. You 19530 Van Buren Blvd G7 (951) 653-1740
Peking Restaurant 11170 Magnolia Ave (951) 687-4822
Wok In Kitchen 5050 Arlington Ave #101 (951) 343-7888
7 Leaves Cafe 1201 University Ave Ste 101 (951) 530-8666
Arcade Downtown 3870 Main Street (951) 266-6839
Arcade Coffee Roasters
3672 Chicago Ave Ste A (951) 266-6839
Arcade Coffee Roasters 5225 Canyon Crest Dr. Ste 17A (951) 266-6839
Back to the Grind
3575 University Ave (951) 784-0800
Boba Fiend Tea House 3375 Iowa Ave (951) 823-0700
Bobaloca 19009 Van Buren Blvd (951) 789-8646
Bolcupop 3605 Market Street (951) 595-4513
The California Lounge
3649 Mission Inn Ave (951) 784-0300
Coffee Court Bistro 3607 10th St (951) 328-0866
Coffeecito House 3882 12th St (951) 405-4599
Condron Coffee 3696 Sunnyside Dr (951) 880-3354
Crave Coffee & Tea 3590 Central Ave (951) 289-9436
Daily Brew Coffee House
2955 Van Buren Blvd (951) 352-7477
Ding Tea 1575 University Ave Ste E (951) 429-9706
Flavor Theory 11090 Magnolia Ave (951) 977-9698
Goodwin’s Organics Cafe 191 W Big Springs Rd (951) 682-2667
JUJUBAR 19040 Van Buren Blvd (951) 780-0224
Kung Fu Tea 3678 Central Ave Ste 102 (951) 254-9609
Kraemer’s Coffee Bistro 6734 Brockton Ave (951) 686-4400
Lift Coffee Roasters 2060 Chicago Ave Ste A10 (951) 742-7413
Molinos Coffee 3660 Mission Inn Ave (951) 276-7147
Mundial Coffee 1725 Spruce St (951) 777-1225
Nekter Juice Bar 5225 Canyon Crest Dr Ste 7B (951) 224-9842
R&B Tea
1889 University Ave Unit 105 (951) 462-4142
Sharetea 10920 Magnolia Ave Ste 103 (951) 406-5165
TRA Boba & Snack
3740 Iowa Ave Ste 103 (951) 530-8536
Tastea
11130 Magnolia Ave Unit C (951) 588-8138
Tim Boba
1450 University Ave Ste N (951) 462-1929
Toasted 6160 Arlington Ave Ste C9 (951) 977-9847
Twee Coffee 9344 Magnolia Ave (951) 335-0599
Krak Boba 3907 Chicago Ave Ste B (951) 742-5341
DELI/SANDWICHES
Backstreet Restaurant 3735 Nelson St (951) 683-6650
Butch’s Grinders 4602 Pine St (951) 781-8511
Cheba Hut 3505 Market Street Ste 101 (951) 777-1117
Diane’s Deli 2900 Adams St #B1 (951) 689-2900
D’Elia’s Grinders 2093 University Ave (951) 683-7380
D’Elia’s Grinders 9009 Van Buren Blvd (951) 780-3354
European Intl Market &Deli 7120 Indiana Ave G (951) 274-9100
Firehouse Subs 10080 Magnolia Ave (951) 588-8785
Jimmy John’s 3747 Central Ave Ste 102 (951) 779-0010
Jimmy John’s 4270 Riverwalk Pkwy Ste 122 (951) 977-9672
Jimmy John’s 10277 Magnolia Ave (951) 354-2149
M & M Deli 1960 Chicago Ave #D1 (951) 684-6861
My Hero Subs 355 Iowa Ave A (951) 784-7370
RiverCrust Deli 6235 River Crest Dr Ste F (951) 656-8145
Subs & Spuds
5225 Canyon Crest Dr Ste #83a (951) 369-1491
The Sub Station
3663 Canyon Crest Dr (951) 683-4523
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Tummy Stuffer
1159 Iowa Ave O (951) 369-1266
The Upper Crust Sandwich Shoppe 3573 Main St (951) 784-3149
Jefrox Adobo 2561 Grambling Way (951) 314-5075
Nanay Gloria 10959 Magnolia Ave (951) 977-8831
Le Chat Noir 3790 9th St (951) 786-9266
European International Market & Deli 7120 Indiana Ave G (951) 274-9100
Kaua Hawaiian BBQ 10949 Magnolia Ave (951) 624-3900
Ohana Cravings 3740 Iowa Ave, Ste 104 (951) 742-5555
Ono Hawaiian BBQ 3531 Madison St (951) 351-0888
Ono Hawaiian BBQ
3540 Riverside Plaza Dr #324 (951) 328-1988
Ono Hawaiian BBQ 2721 Canyon Springs Pkwy #101 (951) 656-6188
Park Ave Polynesian Restaurant 4038 Park Ave (951) 344-1090
ICE CREAM/FROZEN YOGURT
Afters Ice Cream 1201 University Ave
Baskin-Robbins 7024 Magnolia Ave (951) 682-3131
Benedetto Gelato 1393 University Ave, #112 (951) 213-6984
Canyon Crest Ice Cream & Water
5225 Canyon Crest Dr #27 (951) 675-7385
Cherry On Top
3560 Riverside Plaza Dr (951) 213-6018
Cherry On Top 19009 Van Buren Blvd Ste 125 (951) 780-0800
Cold Stone Creamery
9867 Magnolia Ave Ste C (951) 637-0920
Dairy Queen 8610 California Ave, Ste 101 (951) 343-4075
Dairy Queen 6665 Magnolia Ave (951) 684-6280
Frostbites Crepes & Frozen Delights
10347 Magnolia Ave (951) 352-4903
La Michoacana 3961 Chicago Ave 951) 248-9142
Mixies Ice Cream & Cookies
3605 Market St (951) 595-4520
Toi Moi Italian Ice & Juice Shop 10181 Hole Ave (951) 343-4146
Yogurtland 1242 University Ave Ste A (951) 683-1950
Yogurtland 3510 Tyler St #104 (951) 772-0229
INDIAN
Bombay Stores 1385 W Blaine St (951) 788-3042
Cali Tardka 9212 Sunridge Drive (951) 376-0566
Gandhi Indian Cuisine 1355 E Alessandro Blvd #205 (951) 653-4147
India Sweets & Groceries
779 W Blaine St (951) 784-7400
Mantra Indian Cuisine 10359 Magnolia Ave (951) 417-4539
Namaste Indian Kitchen
6061 Magnolia Ave (951) 275-5316
Punjab Palace
Cuisine of India
1766 University Ave (951) 686-9968
Aloha Pizza & Pasta
755 W Blaine St (951) 788-8830
Antone’s Italian Food 4125 Sunnyside Dr (951) 682-5900
Antonio Pizza
195 E Alessandro Blvd (951) 776-1888
Antonious Pizza Cafe 3737 Main St (951) 682-9100
Bella’s Pizza 5196 Arlington Ave (951) 351-3131
Blaze Pizza 3540 Riverside Plaza Dr (951) 789-3212
Blaze Pizza 10920 Magnolia Ave Suite 107 (951) 474-5855
Bricks & Birch 3605 Market Street #5 (951) 500-7776
Bricks & Birch 1393 University Ave
Capone’s Pizza 7207 Arlington Ave F (951) 689-3520
Dave’s New York Style Pizza 1490 University Ave #102 (951) 787-9900
DeMatteo’s Pizza 7030 Magnolia Ave (951) 682-6198
Dematteo’s Woodcrest 18590 Van Buren Boulevard (951) 429-7317
D’Caesaro Pizza & Italian 6160 Arlington Avenue C4 (951) 687-0777
Enzo’s Pizza 10170 Indiana Ave (951) 351-2375
Farfalla’s Cucina Italiana 5250 Arlington Ave (951) 354-5100
Dough Bros 5300 Arlington Ave (951) 977-9090
Dough Bros 1889 University Ave #108 (951) 781-3838
Fiesta Pizza
6110 Van Buren Blvd (951) 353-8007
Mamma Mia
Restaurant and Bar
10971 Magnolia Ave (951) 729-5555
Marcello’s Pizza & Pasta 783 W Blaine St (951) 781-9996
Marcello’s Pizza & Pasta 6519 Clay St A (951) 681-9797
Mario’s Place 3646 Mission Inn Avenue (951) 684-7755
MOD Pizza 3444 Arlington Ave (951) 374-5255
New York Pizza Co 3570 Van Buren Blvd (951) 688-4000
The Old Spaghetti Factory 3191 Mission Inn Avenue (951) 784-4417
Papa Joe’s Pizza 5115 Jurupa Ave B3 (951) 680-9090
Papa Joe’s Pizza 10555 Indiana Ave (951) 688-1188
Pietro’s Italian Cuisine 6788 Brockton Ave (951) 784-1310
The Pizza Place 18955 Van Buren Blvd (951) 780-5588
Romano’s Chicago Pizzeria 285 Alessandro Blvd (951) 780-7399
SF Hole In The Wall Pizza 1725 Spruce Street (951) 215-4444
Scratch Pizza
4950 La Sierra Ave #8 (951) 359-2023
Tower Pizza 3375 Iowa Ave (951) 518-4300
Tommy Salami's 17040 Van Buren Blvd (951) 780-6000
The Outpost 3692 Sunnyside Dr
University Pizza Company 1201 University Ave #116 (951) 823-0630
Viano’s Restaurant 16810 Van Buren Blvd (951) 780-3000
JAPANESE/POKE RAMEN/SUSHI
AhiPoki
3540 Riverside Plaza Dr STE 310 (951) 530-8255
Amagi Sushi 19510 Van Buren Blvd Unit F6 (951) 656-8144
Fuego Hibachi 3750 Main St (951) 742-5039
Joe’s Sushi
Japanese Restaurant 9555 Magnolia Ave (951) 353-1929
Kotsu Ramen & Gyoza 3522 Madison St Ste 101 (951) 299-8889
The Lowkey Poke Joint 11860 Magnolia Ave (951) 299-7699
Mokkoji Shabu Shabu 1575 University Ave Ste B (951) 905-4007
Momo Sushi 9844 Magnolia Ave (951) 999-9123
Ohana Sushi 195 Alessandro Blvd Ste 8A (951) 789-0443
Oishii Sushi 6133 Magnolia Ave (951) 784-2550
Ooka Sushi & Hibachi Steak House 3525 Riverside Plaza Dr #200 (951) 779-0099
Poke Bistro 3375 Iowa Ave Ste K (951) 394-8580
Pokilicious Riverwalk 4290 Riverwalk Pkwy #306 (951) 376-1377
Ramen Okawari 3740 Iowa Ave #104 (951) 680-9411
Rohey’s Wok & Grill 4294 Riverwalk Pkwy (951) 359-5272
Saku Ramen 3643 Main St (951) 742-5849
Shabu Garden 11120 Magnolia Ave (951) 373-4727
Silverlake Ramen 3775 Tyler St (951) 934-9160
Soho Ramen Riverside 3605 Market St (951) 595-4528
Sushi Asahi 2955 Van Buren Blvd Suite #D2 (951) 637-1313
Sushi Ok
5228 Arlington Ave (951) 689-8054
Sushi Okoku
10380 Magnolia Ave (951) 343-2225
Sushi R91 1630 Spruce St (951) 682-1323
Sushi Station 19029 Van Buren Blvd #115 (951) 789-0068
Sushi Times 1400 University Ave Ste A101 (951) 777-1037
Sushingon 6060 Magnolia Ave (951) 224-9590
Taiyos Sushi & Poki 11120 Magnolia Ave (951) 343-1112
Teriyaki Plus 7120 Indiana Ave (951) 788-8337
Tomo 7 Sushi 5519 Van Buren Blvd (951) 343-5991
Top Grill
5225 Canyon Crest Dr Ste 94 (951) 530-8668
Vanilla Fish 5225 Canyon Crest Dr Ste 55 (951) 777-1950
Zen Street
3600 Central Ave #1 (951) 683-3648
bb.q Chicken
3770 9th St (951) 534-0254
Chimak House 11120 Magnolia Ave, Unit A (951) 343-1120
Manna Grill
1201 University Ave #110B (951) 530-8033
Kimchichanga 1995 University Ave (951) 684-9800
Koreana Grill 10051 Magnolia Ave Ste A1 (951) 688-9000
Saet Byul Asian Market 9555 Magnolia Ave (951) 637-5652
Wang Cho Korean BBQ 3639 Riverside Plaza Dr (951) 788-8889
MEDITERRANEAN
Elias Pita 1490 University Ave Ste 103 (951) 686-6800
Fufu’s Mideast Grill
3605 Market Street (951) 595-4527
Georgie's Mediterranean
5225 Canyon Crest Dr Ste 57 (951) 823-0440
Greek Street Grill 3312 La Sierra Ave Ste 103 (951) 352-0801
The Halal Guys
1201 University Ave, Ste 102 (951) 742-7656
Kabob House 10901 Magnolia Ave (951) 353-9711
Lucky Greek 3887 Merrill Ave (951) 686-2621
Panini Kabob Grill 1298 Galleria at Tyler (951) 352-6318
Sam’s Pita & Kabab 9799 Magnolia Ave (951) 376-1269
Acapulco Pollo 8151 Arlington Ave Ste O (951) 406-1215
Ahumadas Mexican Grill 7614 Evans St (951) 368-4583
Anchos Southwest Grill & Bar 10773 Hole Ave (951) 352-0240
Antojitos Mexicanos La Ribera 4773 Tyler St Ste 2d (951) 353-1852
Armando’s Mexican Food 4294 Riverwalk Pkwy Ste 200 (951) 343-5896
Ay Mi Pa 3775 Tyler St #1B (951) 729-6174
Azteca Market 5125 Jurupa Ave A2 (951) 530-8791
Blue Burro 1201 University Ave Ste 109B (951) 742-5353
Birrieria Little Tijuana 12702 Magnolia Ave Unit 25 (951) 268-6895
Birrieria Xolos 9696 Magnolia Ave (951) 376-1226
Cactus Cantina 151 E Alessandro Blvd (951) 789-0211
Casa Mota 8151 Arlington Ave (951) 352-7383
Castaneda’s Mexican Food 6751 Indiana Ave (951) 786-0996
Castañeda’s Mexican Food
1450 P University Ave (951) 786-0996
Chilitos Mexican Grill
3847 S Pierce St Ste F (951) 509-1002
Cielito Lindo 10277 Arlington Ave (951) 352-3214
Costa Delmar
4561 La Sierra Ave (951) 588-8798
El Chapala Seafood Restaurant 8201 Arlington Ave (951) 359-7560
El Fogon Mexican Grill
765 Blaine St (951) 782-8959
El Habanero 6160 Arlington Ave (951) 343-5868
El Ojo De Agua 2115 University Ave (951) 779-6293
El Patron
3204 Mission Inn Ave (951) 777-1131
El Torito
3639 Riverside Plaza Dr Ste 526 (951) 684-6816
El Trigo
4155 Park Ave (951) 787-6937
Estrella Taqueria Lounge
3635 University Ave (951) 999-4323
Fire Up Bar & Grill
3750 University Ave (951) 289-9071
Fish Taco Xtreme
16960 Van Buren Blvd Ste D (951) 800-9061
Fuego 360 Rotisserie Chicken
3866 La Sierra Ave (951) 456-3705
Green Taco 3812 Pierce St (951) 353-2272
Habanero Mexican Grill
2472 University Ave (951) 224-9145
Ixtapa 4093 University Ave (951) 777-1132
Joe Aguilar’s Templo Del Sol 1365 University Ave (951) 682-6562
Juan Pollo 6055 Magnolia Ave (951) 683-3513
Mariposas
1690 Spruce St (951) 742-5761
Kimchichanga 1995 University Ave (951) 684-9800
La Bufadora Baja Grill
497 E Alessandro Blvd Ste B (951) 776-2881
La Bufadora Baja Grill
5650-52 Van Buren Blvd (951) 687-7237
La Cruda Mariscos 6733 Indiana Ave (951) 777-0862
Las Campanas 3649 Mission Inn Ave (888) 326-4448
Las Nuevas Islas 4920 Jackson St (951) 772-0020
Little Green Onions 6723 Brockton Ave (951) 328-1273
Los Cabos Tacos 11840 Magnolia Ave (951) 352-2653
Los Fredo’s Mexican Food 9111 Magnolia Ave (951) 525-3411
Los Novillos Market 2650 Main St (951) 530-8893
M Taco 4111 Main St (951) 784-7135
Maria’s Mexican Kitchen 17028 Van Buren Blvd (951) 780-2034
Mariscos El Camaron Loco 3340 Mary St (951) 682-3882
Mercado Don Juan #3 3375 Iowa Ave (951) 787-9292
Mezcal Cantina Y Cocina 3737 Main St Ste 100 (951) 888-2240
Miches De La Baja 1242 University Ave Ste 5 (951) 742-5633
Mi Lindo Apatzingan 9948 Magnolia Ave (951) 688-0908
Morena's Mexican Cuisine 3457 Arlington Ave Ste 106 (951) 266-6333
Mr. Taco 2435 Main St (951) 682-4020
Mr. Taco 18590 Van Buren Blvd (951) 776-9900
Olivia’s Mexican Restaurant 9447 Magnolia Ave (951) 689-2131
Palenque 3737 Main St (951) 888-2240
Pepitos Mexican Restaurant 5225 Canyon Crest Dr Ste 42 (951) 783-9444
Ramiro’s Cocina 9418 Magnolia Ave (951) 354-6146
Ranchito Tacos Al Carbon 2995 Van Buren Blvd Ste A1 (951) 359-8646
Rancho La Perla 3700 Van Buren Blvd Ste 109 (951) 688-8682
Retro On Main 3744 Main St (951) 742-5606
Rico’s Tacos El Primo 1788 University Ave Ste 102 (951) 782-9610
Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill 3848 La Sierra Ave (951) 687-2280
El GoGo's Taco Shop 19530 Van Buren Blvd Ste G6 (951) 656-0304
Señor Baja 6033 Magnolia Ave (951) 369-5720
Sushingon 6060 Magnolia Ave (951) 224-9590
Taco Station 4088 Mission Inn Ave (951) 782-8226
Tacos La Piedad 3522 Madison St Ste 104 (951) 578-0892
Tacos Y Más 10203 Hole Ave (951) 687-1344
Taqueria Azteca 5959 Arlington Ave Ste E (951) 509-3670
Taqueria 2 Potrillos 10088 Magnolia Ave (951) 588-8772
Taqueria Mi Ranchito 4724 La Sierra Ave (951) 352-0528
Taqueria Tomateros 9164 Magnolia Ave (909) 257-1545
The Tamale Factory 3663 Main St (951) 342-3023
Tijuana’s Tacos 8151 Arlington Ave (951) 343-7777
Tina’s Mexican Food 2421 University Ave (951) 686-1524
Tio’s Mexican Food 19009 Van Buren Blvd Ste 124 (951) 780-7776
Tio’s Tacos 3948 Mission Inn Ave (951) 788-0230
Tony’s Mexican Food 3870 Chicago Ave (951) 788-4410
Tony’s Mexican Grill 9670 Magnolia Ave (951) 729-6141
Tuxies Juices 6030 Magnolia Ave Ste 3 (951) 781-1048
Yoli’s Mexican Grill 3225 Market St (951) 801-7104
Zacatecas Cafe 3767 Iowa Ave (951) 683-3939
Al-Karam Pakistani Cuisine
3457 Arlington Ave Ste 101 (951) 742-5610
Mirchi Restaurant 1385 W Blaine St (951) 400-2825
California Fish Grill 10920 Magnolia Ave Suite 101 (951) 405-6880
Market Broiler 3525 Merrill Ave (951) 276-9007
Pier 76 Fish Grill 3555 Riverside Plaza Dr Ste 108 (951) 341-9297
Rockstar Shrimp 767 W Blaine St (951) 530-8620
Shrimp Shack Cajun Fusion 3605 Market St, Ste 9 (951) 742-5558
Seafood & Crawfish 10173 Magnolia Ave (951) 359-5999
Star Crab 10051 Magnolia Ave (951) 977-9440
Duane’s Prime Steak & Seafood 3649 Mission Inn Ave (888) 326-4448
Flat Top Bar & Grill 17960 Van Buren Blvd (951) 780-0114
THAI
Angel Thai Cuisine 6736 Brockton Ave (951) 788-1995
Best Thai Cuisine 1735 Spruce St F (951) 682-4251
Gra Pow
497 E Alessandro Blvd #D (951) 780-1132
Monark Asian Bistro 5225 Canyon Crest Dr #64 (951) 683-1073
Chaam Eatery 2955 Van Buren Blvd #F1 (951) 359-1331
Riverside Thai Kitchen 7755 California Ave (951) 729-6675
Royal Orchid Restaurant 9791 Magnolia Ave (951) 354-6100
TK Thai Cuisine 11860 Magnolia Ave Ste T (951) 509-3701
Blue Bowl Superfoods 1393 University Ave Ste 108
Goodwin’s Organic 91 W Big Springs Rd (951) 682-2667
La Sierra Natural Foods
11550 Pierce St (951) 785-2563
Monty’s Good Burger 3605 Market Street (213) 915-0257
Oasis Vegetarian Café 11550 Pierce St (951) 688-5423
Veg & Go 1201 University Ave Ste #115 (951) 213-6233
5 Stars Pho Restaurant 4950 La Sierra Ave (951) 772-0700
Pho 81 2995 Van Buren Blvd Ste A13 (951) 977-8869
Phở 99 4557 La Sierra Ave (951) 688-2671
Pho Anh 5646 Van Buren Blvd (951) 977-9889
Pho Anh Hot Pot & Crayfish 10271 Magnolia Ave (951) 729-6668
Pho Anh Hot Pot & Crayfish 231 E Alessandro Blvd (951) 215-0585
Pho DJ 5180 Arlington Ave (951) 354-2799
Pho Ha 10185 Magnolia Ave (951) 354-8918
Pho Ha #7 1820 University Ave #101 (951) 680-0790
Pho Star Bowl 10051 Magnolia Ave (951) 299-8130
Phở Vinam Restaurant 1201 University Ave #107 (951) 784-4290
The Brickwood 3653 Main St (951) 352-2739
Canyon Crest Winery 5225 Canyon Crest Dr Ste 7A (951) 369-9463
Mario’s Place 3646 Mission Inn Ave (951) 684-7755
Sunday, December 7
Bingham’s Bourbon Presents Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen
Friday, June 13
David Foster and Chris Botti Featuring Katharine Mcphee
Friday, July 18
The Marshall Tucker Band
All Our Friends Tour 2025
Saturday, October 4
Los Ángeles Azules
Sunday, October 12
Clint Black Back on the Blacktop Tour
Friday, July 4
The Docksiders Performing Poolside at Dive Friday, July 25
RuPaul’s Drag Race Werq The World Tour 2025
Friday, October 10
MasterChef All-Stars Live! Featuring Past Contestants Friday, October 24
Mark Normand Ya Don’t Say
Saturday, October 25