Interior View of Riverside Food Lab

Riverside Food Lab

Restaurant Food court

More than a dozen stations offer everything from vegan burgers to ramen & coffee to cocktails. People often mention good, great, chicken, seating, delicious, parking, vegan, ramen,


Address

3605 Market St, Riverside, CA 92501

Website

www.riversidefoodlab.com

Rating on Google Maps

4.50
(7433.7K reviews)


Working Hours

  • Sunday: 11 AM to 11 PM
  • Monday: 11 AM to 11 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 11 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 11 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 11 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 12 AM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 12 AM

Visitor Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (15) great (11) chicken (8) seating (7) delicious (6) parking (6) vegan (6) ramen (6)
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  • 5/5 Waterfire W. 2 years ago on Google
    Is a place to meet your friends, have an awesome experience with your family, and try all the different food that is the bee sale there, you like Japanese, Lebanese, Mexican, Italian, watch the football game, and have your favorite drink ( if you drink DO NOT DRIVE) but have fun, is a place to indulge your palate with delicious dishes, try all of them, you going to enjoy it. Oh, and the parking is free, yes you heard 👂 me, is free.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Myn B. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place, reminds me of Los Angeles a bit. I come here mostly for Monty’s, but the food choices are nice. It’s a nice spot to eat and chill.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dee D. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a quirky little place. It's a small food court with lots of choices. All of the vendors were privately owned, with no chains. There was every type of food imaginable, a full bar and a brewery. Everyone was really nice. I was visiting and couldn't decide what I wanted to eat so I came to the Food Lab. I would definitely go back.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kiera L. 3 years ago on Google
    BABA'S IS PRETTY GOOD. I love that they put the slaw with the slaw sauce on the side. Portions are great and medium spice is a good level if you want to be able to taste it of course. Slather honey on every bite and you won't be disappointed. The Mediterranean place next to it is pretty good to. I think it was the cashier Nathan who helped me out with my order and he is a fantastic individual.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yasi C. 2 years ago on Google
    First time vising. Lots of choices. Monty's cashier she has great customer service skills and asked if we had any food allergies the chefs should be aware of...that's a first for me from any food service organization 👍👍Soho Ramen customer service was unfriendly though.their vegetable fried rice is Awesome!!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dying R. 3 years ago on Google
    I didn't even know this place existed till yesterday and immediately fell in love. They have a variety of restaurants that cater to everyone including vegan. Prices are decent and some restaurants give more food for your buck. Food was packed wit flavor and definitely Instagram worthy. You'll find art work at every turn. They have televisions showing how food is prepared, they also have a big screen playing the game. If you want a beer or mixed drink, they have a bar. However your not permitted to take mask off inside establishment. They do have security and you'll see him doing his rounds to enforce the mask rules etc. Overall... you have to try this place.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Juma N. 2 years ago on Google
    Free parking for 90 min. Google maps will not take you to parking lot. Which is in the back. This is Riverside's best food public market if you can't make it to the Haven or grand central market lol. Elevators available if you park upstairs. Burgers, pizzas, boba, fries, drinks, small space maybe a 1min to walk around. Some outside seating. Clean bathrooms available.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kenya O. 2 years ago on Google
    I didn't get to try all the food's in this court on a short trip but the food and drinks look delicious! Monty Vegan 🍔 is 🔥🔥 I like the Palmer half tea and lemonade. It is amazing how they get the lemonade only stay at the bottom. It's hard to mix. Sushi is good at Maki Bomb
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 S. G. 2 years ago on Google
    I've been here twice. Both times, I've eaten at Monty's. I had the chicken sandwich. It was good as a plant based option. I'll go again.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 E.F. C. 3 years ago on Google
    The Riverside Food Lab, downtown near the Mission Inn, is a popular, one-of-a-kind spot with more than a dozen casual dining and to-go places under one roof you won't find anywhere else -- from vegan burgers, ramen noodles, Louisiana Creole jambalaya, Lebanese falafel, brick oven pizza, spicy chicken tenders, paninis, Tejano tacos, and more! Great, relaxed, fun atmosphere. You won't be disappointed.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jennifer W. 1 year ago on Google
    SOHO Ramen was flavorful and fresh, this place does not disappoint. From Ramen to rice very very tasty.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 CG C. 3 years ago on Google
    Cool place to go. Has a lot of places to choose from. On the weekends, this place gets packed, and I mean packed. Definitely no covid regulations here. So if you're comfortable with that, this place is for you. We went to the creole place, and the fried chicken and waffles was good. At night, some of these places tend to limit their menu. Heads up for that. Put the place has buzz and atmosphere.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aj W. 2 years ago on Google
    Super fantastic place and delicious drinks, meals and dessert... great for a quick stop to eat. Plenty of choices to choose from...
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A M. 1 year ago on Google
    Lots of restaurants in one place. Indoor seating is usually pretty crowded - and uncomfortable. Outdoor seating is less crowded and more comfortable. Parking is convenient since the parking structure on Fairmount & 6th has a direct entrance to the building. The bathrooms were clean. Brick & Birch pizza was rustic and delicious. Fufu's shawarma, potatoes and salad was fresh and tasty. Dhat Creole Grill had great gumbo, jerk chicken, bourbon chicken, beignets and jumbalaya fries - its probably our favorite there. Mi Cafecito also has excellent lattes, especially the Dulce de Leche. Mi Vida Gorda has good tacos on homemade tortillas and the best Micheladas. This place has something for everyone, even vegans and all the restaurant staff were friendly! We've come on a weekend evening and mid-week for lunch. If you don't like crowds and plan on eating there, you will have better luck during off-peak times. Seating was aplenty and lines were short at noon on a Tuesday, but the parking, seating and lines are hectic on weekends.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 P J. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place, small version of the packing house in Anaheim. Has some great vibes, bars with restaurants all open together. Very downtown… loved it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jennifer E. 1 year ago on Google
    There’s a nice variety of options. It’s smells great when you walk in. We happened to show up on the day when a large high school field trip was there, so the lines were very long. I’m sure the wait is reasonable when there aren’t hundreds of kids there. We’ll be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tina 11 months ago on Google
    This is a very lively place. Plenty of food eateries to choose from..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 C. P. 3 years ago on Google
    The name Food Lab speaks for itself! Its a place where every kind of food is found at, from desserts to vegan foods to a bar, clean public restrooms, arcade next door, a parking structure next door and a beautiful view of DTR with outdoor seating. Go there! Get fat and sassy with your loved ones and pets! Yes, pet friendly and art everywhere!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Debbie C. 1 year ago on Google
    Cool place with a good selection of eateries and adult drinks. There's an outdoor seating area with an area dedicated to corn hole. Good selection of music playing in the loudspeakers. I went for lunch, mid-week, and the crowd was lively.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Msfrenchie_saysay K. 1 year ago on Google
    Sooo much fun. Ive been for adult time and I've took my kids. We had a blast. Great family area. Its safe and clean

  • 5/5 Vanessa C. 1 year ago on Google
    Mi Vida Gorda is a must try! The flaming hot Cheetos taco is so good! My sisters ordered the cucumber cocktail and it was just okay, maybe pick a different one if you go! The whole place is just a cool vibe and there are lots of food options to choose from.

  • 3/5 Keith F. 11 months ago on Google
    Atmosphere is great, provided you know what to expect from a food court. Prices are too high for basically everything. Food takes awhile to finish, food courts should be relatively fast.

  • 3/5 Aaron L. 2 years ago on Google
    I bought pizza and it was alright. I was handmade but a little salty. The cleanliness of the place could be better. The place is nice for a date night or take the spin with family and friends.

  • 4/5 Luke S. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is great. Tons of options from pizza, burgers, ramen, coffee, beer and more.

  • 5/5 EpiphanyMarie Tatted Q. 2 years ago on Google
    First time what a amazing experience good food many choices

  • 5/5 Joshua G. 2 years ago on Google
    Great combination of eateries with ample outdoor seating. From ramen to hot chicken to Mediterranean to vegetarian and much much more, Riverside food Lab has something for everyone. Go here to please a crowd

  • 5/5 Mr. C. 3 years ago on Google
    Hoppin spot. Vegan Fast food at Montys; juices, vegan smoothies and power bowls at the shop near the entrance!

  • 4/5 Shawn H. 3 years ago on Google
    Cool concept, but food was hit and miss. My wife and I swing by and decided to have lunch at this place she often goes too as it's near her work. I love packing houses and similar setups, so I was down. Food options sounded great on paper, but reviews weren't reassuring. We tried Baba's and Soho Ramen. Baba's loaded fries were great and the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich was solid, although mine had barely any coleslaw or dressing in what looked like a rushed job. The fried pickles weren't bad, but the seasoning was a bit over the top. Soho Ramen looked the part and honestly gave me the feeling that it was going to blow my mind, but expectations were far from reality in this case. Waited about 20 minutes for a bowl of ramen, so not a great start but good food trumps all. Unfortunately, the ramen was forgettable at best. Tonkatsu broth wasn't impressive at all and the pork belly was a bit of a joke. I had high hopes and honestly thought I could've crafted a better bowl of ramen at home. The place is cool overall and had some really good looking good joints that I definitely want to come back and try. I will for sure eat Baba's again, but as for Soho; it's a no for me.

  • 5/5 Andrew G. 3 years ago on Google
    Riverside sure has changed a lot since last I was there, but for the good! Ate there with friends and Monty’s was delicious. Best vegan chicken Sammy I’ve had in a long time.

  • 5/5 Soul S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice to be able to choose different foods, a I had Mexican and my wife had a vegan burger with fries

  • 5/5 Isla M. 3 years ago on Google
    The food lab is a unique dining experience that you used to only find in Malls like the Galleria on Tyler. With it's food-court dining you and your friends will have no problem in deciding what to eat. When I went I tried the Mediterranean food and it was delicious. I don't know if I can call it authentic but for this white girl, I thoroughly enjoyed it. They also have a plant-based burger joint, Japanese noodles, fried chicken, ice cream, tacos and a couple of bars. This place is more than just good food. It's a good experience.


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