Bars in Riverside

Anchos Southwest Grill & Bar is a casual neighborhood option in northwest Riverside for grilled food and basic drinks without fuss. The cocktail program is functional rather than ambitious — margaritas and well spirits, not craft builds. Book here for convenience and value, not for a destination bar experience. Walk-ins are easy; no reservation needed for most visits.

Back To The Grind on University Avenue is Riverside's reliable all-day café-bar: casual, walk-in friendly, and priced for repeat visits. It's not a destination cocktail bar, but for coffee, a relaxed drink, and a lived-in atmosphere near UC Riverside, the value-to-experience ratio is hard to argue with. No reservation needed.