50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Riverside

“amazing food, amazing service, amazing experience!! found this place looking for vegan options & decided to go based on the google reviews. even with the pre-notion that they had 4.9 stars, my expectations were far surpassed! i didn’t catch the name of the guy who took our order but he was lovely & had great energy. for being a completely vegan spot, my socks were knocked right off. best chicken burger i’ve ever had. even my dad who eats real meat was throughly impressed. would definitely go again. 10/10“

“Stopped here last night to grab something after work for me and the fam. The breakfast burrito is so good and the staff is awesome!“

“Great vegetarian Mexican food with fresh ingredients and excellent service! The dishes were flavorful, well-prepared, and satisfying, showcasing a variety of authentic flavors without sacrificing the freshness or quality of ingredients. The staff was attentive and friendly, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a delicious vegetarian twist on Mexican cuisine!”“

“Yummy food not crowded at all and our waiter Francis was on top of it“

“This was my first time going here with my sister,cousin,daughter and neice. it was very nice we sat outside the noise was moderate but overall quite the surroundings was nice as well with all the lights and activities going on.The food was on point and so was the customer services. We will be going back.“

“2nd time here! Food was fantastic...again! Our server Tyler was fabulous!!! Happy Birthday to me!!“

“This place is AMAZING Everytime I go I am never disappointed the food is fresh hot beyond flavored people she the price is high but for the quality of food it’s well worth it I LOVE THIS PLACE it smells amazing when you go in“

“The entire experience is amazing the homemade food 🥘 the politeness of the staff from the owner down …. Or as he would say from the OWNER up . ⬆️ amazing place“

“Some of the Best tasting Coffee in Town.“

“Home made chili...SOOO good.“

“Had their “enchiladas divorciadas” and they we’re phenomenal! One was filled with juicy fresh steak and the other with grilled chicken. Chicken was also juicy and tasted exceptional. Came with rice and beans. My husband got their “empanadas de tinga.” Came with side of beans rice and garnishes.

We also had their sopa azteca 12oz and some ingredients were chicken, tortilla chips, avocado, in a rich tomato base soup. Not tangy and bitter. Just right!

This will be my new preferred Mexican restaurant. Price was reasonable for tasty quality Mexican food. Like my husband said “feels like we’re eating at home.” Food was authentic. ?‍↕️?‍↕️?‍↕️“

“We are super loyal to another KBBQ but decided to try this place and I think it's my new favorite! The meat is decent, it's not a HUGE selection but it's all the main favorites! What really impressed me was the sides and extras! You're not just eating meat all night, they have every side you could ever want! Even noodles and broth to make soup! All types of veggies and pineapple to grill, dumplings calamari rice all kinds of appetizers.. multiple sauces. I was in awe and can't wait to go back! Plus so friendly!!“

“Home-cooked Middle Eastern food. The food was so excellent that I left the restaurant a little bit sad and very nostalgic. Their samosas are not only delicious they're beautiful compared to many other places handmade stuffed grape leaves. The food was perfect I can't say enough.“

“JENNIFER our waitress was amazing! She came to our needs before we even asked. Great service!!! Food was awesome as usual!!! Thanks for a wonderful experience again!!!“

“Staff friendly. son enjoyed his carne asada tacos (Wed) and burrito (Fri). my shrimp taco was delicious. We will be back.“

“So glad my son recommended Hero's for me and his grandma. We loved the atmosphere upbeat and colorful.Everyone who worked there was sooooo attentive,we didn't need for nothing.The employees seemed very happy and eager to please they didn't miss a beat.The food was absolutely amazing especially the fish and chips.The fish was so hot and crunchy and flavored along with the garlic parmesan fries,loved it.We will definitely be back and I pray the staff keeps the same energy. THANK YOU!!!“

“The food was excellent. We had a California omelet and another platter. The server Cesar was very courteous and attentive. As far as the restaurant it was very clean and it was nicely decorated. Overall excellent work! We have found a new breakfast place.“

“I got a butter chicken pizza on Naan crust it was very different from traditional pizza I enjoyed it tho and I also got a deep dish supreme just in case I didn't like the Indian pizza it was perfect I enjoyed everything and the staff was very friendly and helpful“

“I tried the 3 roll combo from their Togo Special menu and the food was better than expected. I got the Dragon Roll, Amagi Roll & Hot Night Roll, and by the time I finished half a portion, I felt full already. The Togo Special is an awesome deal, and I'll definitely come back next time when I'm craving rolls.“

“the food is exceptional! luv that it's family owned. So fun to chat with the chef, his daughter and wife. 💜💜💜“

“Try the Friday evening pasta bar, it's the bomb! Their biscuits are the best too.“

“For 34 years my wife and I would eat there 2 to 4 times a month, it was our favorite restaurant. Friendly staff good fresh made food, If you want a combo that is not listed, want hotter salsa, something you don't see on the menu ask your waitress, the owner and staff are great! I'll be there tonight“

“Always fresh, fast and good quality. Personable staff!“

“Hidden behind the Tyler Mall sits a local noodle house for some great “Pho”. The ambiance is taking you back to old school rock, literature, and movies. Has a nice casual vibe. Not your usual Pho decor. Very cool spot. Had some pork eggrolls to start. Yum. Pho brisket. Yum. Broth was amazing. One size fits all hunger needs.“

“Was it worth it?? Line was out the door when we first arrived! Thinking to myself, is this really worth it? Must be if this many people are waiting. Boooyyy they did notI disappoint! We ordered a waffle, some type of biscuit, and the avocado toast. All delicious. My husband ordered a latte that was very good and the fresh squeezed orange juice - wow!! For my drink, I ordered off the Naturals, Golden Tumeric latte. This is not a sweet drink, all natural flavors, (so I would recommend more honey if want it sweet) hints of ginger, don't really taste the black pepper but you feel good about your drink for your body! The inside is warm & dark. Since they are pretty popular, they get busy, so noise levels are not somewhere one could relax and read a book. It's more of a, get together with friends and catch up or simply people watch from the seats by the wall. Outside seating is available too. Needless to say from my pictures, we've been back and will again soon.“

“We placed an order for a large group. Staff guided us through our selections and recommended family dinners over catering items, which was a great cost-savings! Our order was ready on time, and staff helped put it in our car for transport to the party. Food was prepped to order, salad was fresh, rice and kebabs were perfect, bread was fresh and cut into manageable pieces, and dressings were amazing. They truly exceeded our expectations, and we'll definitely return in the future!“

“Amazing authentic mexican food! The portions are huge, the food is super delicious and the staff is very nice. I went a few times and I keep coming back. It is simply the best Mexican restaurant in Riverside (and there are many), highly recommended.

Vegetarian options: Not bad vegetarian options for a Mexican restaurant.“

“Honestly how could I give this or any other in n out less than five stars. I’ve only heard of one in n out in Utah that didn’t have very good food. Of course the food here is served hot and fresh. The service is fast and the employees are friendly. If there’s a long line here don’t turn away because it will most likely go 2 or 3 times faster than what you think. It’s right across the street from Home Depot, McDonald’s, and a gas station, and right off the 91 freeway on Madison Street. There is a secret menu to know about at this restaurant. You can ask for a Neapolitan shake to get strawberry chocolate and vanilla mixed in. You can ask for animal style fries or a burger to get your onions grilled. You can get a protein style burger to get your hamburger bun replaced by lettuce. Animal style fries comes with cheddar cheese and grilled onions and thousand Island dressing. They are amazing! There’s way more to the list. Maybe look up that secret menu on Google.
Edit and update: 7-31-2025
The drive-thru was packed and it took about 20 to 25 minutes to get my food. I'm surprised mainly because it usually doesn't take that long at In-N-Out. Could have been a difficult order they had to deal with. But I've never had to wait so long. And the french fries had a hollow weird kind of texture. The burger was great though. My son usually likes the french fries and he didn't eat them this time and actually said they were different. I thought he was imagining that. Then I tried the fries myself and noticed the same thing.
I'll come back and try again. Maybe it was just an off night. Thank you In-N-Out for doing your best to stay consistent.“

“Best cookies ever!!! So many tasty flavors and the Riverside cookie is awesome!!! They are all so delicious, it’s hard to only buy a dozen!!!“

“SANDWICHES ARE AMAZING!!! AND THEY SERVE BEER AND KOOL AID. CAN'T BEAT THAT! A+ 5 STARS“

“They know how to cook it up“

“Amazing and flavorful food. I can’t wait to come back. ❤️“

“Everything is delicious!!“

“like how they give you samples of different flavors. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️“

“We had a great experience this weekend. The food was great, plenty of flavor. Our server, Stephanie, was extremely nice and helpful. She really went above and beyond. The dessert was tasty. The drinks were perfect. Perfect poor and the taste very unique. I highly recommended the spicy mango margarita. It's tangy, smokey, and spicey. Never had anything quite like it.“

“Love this place!!! Stopped by Urban Cafe in Moreno Valley and had a great experience! We ordered the Chicken Club and the Chimichurri Steak Sandwich, both were delicious and full of flavor. The side salad was fresh and a nice bonus. We also got cookies, and they were warm and gooey such a treat! Great food, friendly service, and a cozy spot. We’ll definitely be back!“

“kat was awesome at the bar, I never had so much good service before. ty I had calamari, pizza and ipa and bread was very good. 👍“

“This is my 5-6th time coming here and every time it never fails to impress me. From the service to the food to the price, it’s unbeatable. Undeniably the best Indian food I’ve had, on par with my Indian friends family food. Highly recommend to anyone craving Indian food in the IE area.“

“The food here is so amazingly good , me and my family enjoy eating here but today I saw something so disappointing. While we ate h the lady that works there in the morning was wiping down the seats and the tables with the same rags . Not once did she turn the rags or used new ones she wiped down about 3 tables and seats with the same one . Also with the same rag she then went to wipe down the outside of the trash bin , then she used the same rag to clean the ketchup containers that are in the tables . This was so disgusting to watch while eating , I really wish they knew how to clean properly because the food here is pretty good . Also she sprayed chemicals into the table behind us while we were eating and tasted the chemicals in our mouth since we were next to the table she was cleaning .“

“Me and my kids love going here. The vibes are great and friendly staff.“

“Been eating here for over 10 years, and they never disappoint. Pizza is always served hot, and the toppings taste as fresh as possible And the wings are good as well. My favorite is anchovies and onion on thin crust and it is always perfect“

“Best Italian Deli I’ve been to! The French roll is great (it’s what makes a great sandwich for me). All the salads are yummy and their cannoli is the best!
I just tried the Turkey sandwich “with a kick” and it was very flavorful.
Lastly, I have to appreciate the Italian music in background - makes for a pretty authentic experience. :)“

“Love this restaurant! Great food and the people that work there are the BEST!“

“Family friendly and great food. 👍🏽“

“My son who's a JW North HS student, and I, tried the spicy ramen, chicken fried rice, and dumplings. Delicious 😋“

“Ordered online and it was ready when I got there. Fast and friendly service. Since I was driving I asked for everything on the side so nothing was soggy. This is also great for those in your family that only want it a certain way. You can order a large and each person can make it how they want without paying for 2 sandwiches.“

“I like Sushi OK because this restaurant has consistency. To-go pickup or dine-in, they always make my order right. My favorite is their Chirashi bowl and Lunch Bento Specials B. I had an Omakase dinner a few years ago on my birthday, and all the special/deluxe dishes were very delicious! It was not cheap but totally worth it.“

“Orders from this place initially came from door dash but not once have my coworkers and I had an issue. This is one of those places that can get really busy, so call your order in ahead of times if you are going on a quick break. The item I enjoy the most is their emely burrito but all of their burritos are filled with ingredients and full of flavor. I think I am a big eater but I have not finished the burrito in one sitting ever.

I have also gone in to pick up my order and staff were friendly and professional. Price wise my burrito was less than 12$ but for the portion you're given it is a good deal. Parking in the shopping center can be a little congested depending on time but that's not the restaurants fault. I see happy customers when I go into the facility so I assume they are satisfied. Will update with photos before I bite into it next time :)

Vegetarian options: If you are vegetarian they have a few options and customizing can be done per request. It does not advertise as a vegetarian place, they have limited options and the emely burrito is one such option.“

“Drive thru the drive Thur .it was 💣“

“just left. the flavors are amazing 😋🤩😋🤩😋🤩😋🤩😋. definitely will be back“