Arcade Downtown

I finally got around to writing this, and Arcade Coffee Roasters Downtown deserves all the love. Their brunch? So good. I ordered the "Not an Avocado Toast," and I loved how it was deconstructed with thoughtful, flavorful elements: charred avocado, pink peppercorn honey, crème fraîche, grapefruit, and sourdough. Every bite had a perfect balance of richness and brightness. The sourdough? Delicious.I also got an iced latte with just cinnamon powder, and it hit the spot...smooth and well-balanced.Beyond the food and coffee, the aesthetic of this place is everything; minimalist but warm, stylish yet inviting. And the service? Incredibly sweet and welcoming.If you're in the area, this spot is a must. Can't wait to go back!

Unfortunately the hype did not match the experience. We were greeted warmly, I'm just not a fan of ordering at the counter without having the time to sit and review the entire menu.I read that the steak n eggs is their top choice and the young man at the register said so as well. We decided to go with that breakfast and also an order of their avocado toast.. The presentation/plating was nice, but $31.99 for what was a chewy few SLICES of meat that had so much connective tissue running through it, was way over priced. The avocado toast was better, the sourdough bread was delicious, the lemon oily base that it sat on was not.The place was busy, many patrons looked happy with what they were eating, but those individuals had scones or muffins n coffee. Anyway, we will not return, the wait staff mostly stayed behind the counter and the one young lady that did come by towards the end of our visit to ask if we'd like a refill of our coffee, was only 20 minutes too late.Oh well, plenty of other interesting eateries around Downtown Riverside to visit!

This place is just absolutely delicious. This is my favorite place to brunch. If you're reading this, you have to absolutely try the steak and eggs! Very friendly customer service -- plus all the lady servers are beautiful lol

The good: Great location, in a quiet plaza in the heart of downtown riverside. A hot breakfast menu and fresh meals with friendly service.Less good: The espresso was a bit too bitter for my taste, and the ambiance felt more geared toward those who wanted to stop by for a quick bite, not so much for those who wanted to stay for a while.

Amazing food, staff, and service!Loved our dining experience here! All the staff members provided top notch customer service! Very creative menu options. Try this place and see what I mean.

My first time going to the new Downtown location and it was amazing. The ambiance is so upscale and unique. Very open floor and atmosphere. Extremely clean and the food was delicious. The egg bacon and cheese on a bagel should be the standard. So filling and delicious. The place does get crowded but the servers and baristas were very fast paced and also patient making sure they accurately recorded your order. Would definitely recommend!

Arcade downtown is a cute little cafe/coffee spot in the heart of downtown Riverside. My niece and I decided to try this place for the first time. The place is clean and the staff is very kind. We came on a Thursday around 10 am. There is plenty of room to sit. It seems like a lot of people come here to work/study. My niece had the breakfast egg, potatoes & bacon. We shared a strawberry French toast. Not an original French toast but it was so good, soft & fluffy. I had the not so avocado toast. It was so delicious! Our experience was great! The food is great to get something quick to eat. Maybe not an ideal place if you want a large meal. I hope to return to try their caffeinated drinks.

My boyfriend and I went on Valentine's Day and we found it as a very enjoyable brunch. The staff was very friendly, and I'm sure it wasn't just because of the holiday they seemed pretty genuinely sincere. There's not a huge menu but the food they do have they make it great. Most dishes have a little spin on it which makes it so worth it to order. The place was very clean, it was a little crowded but that comes with the holiday. Decor was simple and cute it's a very nice vibe to have a sit down brunch, coffee date, or study day.

Arcade is such a cool place in downtown Riverside. There are lots of parking garages close by, and I was lucky not to have to pay for parking when I went. The vibe is stylish but also cozy, and the staff were super friendly. I ordered the breakfast sandwich with bacon, and it was so good. I paired it with a cup of Earl Grey tea since I'm not a big coffee person. You can totally tell they put in the effort and care into everything they serve.

My husband and I can't get enough of our local Arcade. Bloody Mary, Mimosa, french brioche toast and pork belly sandwich. Flavors are on point.