Art’s Bar & Grill is a longtime Riverside favorite that brings together the easygoing comfort of a neighborhood bar with the energy of a lively social spot.
Located at 3357 University Ave in Riverside, this local fixture has built a strong reputation for relaxed hospitality, familiar pub fare, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes guests feel right at home.
With a solid 4.50-star rating from 544 reviews, it’s clear that customers appreciate the consistent experience, friendly setting, and dependable quality that keep people coming back.
The menu and drink selection are central to the experience at Art’s Bar & Grill. Guests can enjoy classic bar food, satisfying meals, and a wide range of beverages, including beer, cocktails, happy-hour drinks, and happy-hour food.
Whether you’re stopping in for a casual dinner, meeting friends for drinks, or grabbing a bite at the bar, the service is designed to be easy, efficient, and enjoyable. Fast service, attentive table service, and the option for seating indoors or outdoors make it a flexible choice for different occasions.
For those who prefer convenience, the restaurant also offers takeaway and delivery, while private dining is available for more personal gatherings.
Art’s Bar & Grill stands out as more than just a place to eat and drink—it’s a destination for entertainment and connection. From karaoke and live music to live performances and sports, there’s always something happening to keep the atmosphere lively and engaging.
The setting is casual and cozy, making it equally appealing for solo dining, group outings, or a laid-back night out. Guests also benefit from practical amenities like Wi‑Fi, free Wi‑Fi, restrooms, and reservation availability, along with accessibility features including a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, and toilet.
With accepted payments such as credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, Art’s Bar & Grill makes it simple to settle in, relax, and enjoy a memorable night in one of Riverside’s most inviting local bars.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Excellent food with fresh produce and creative dishes! Service is impeccable. Although Arts Bar & Grill has been a staple for decades in the area the new owner has added his special touches to the place making it an incredible experience from the food, karaoke Thursdays to live locally sourced music bands on Fri and Sat! I am a satisfied return customer.
Super cool old school Hollywood vibe. Great food and great entertainment. I had the top sirloin steak while I watched randoms do karaoke. The steak was excellent and the service was elite.
Came in for a quick lunch. Had the tuna stuffed avocado salad. It was delicous. Big portion! Quick service.
Never disappointed with the five star dive bar! Fantastic food, great drinks and such friendly staff, we always have a 10/10 experience here. The owner has absolutely brought this riverside establishment back to life in a wonderful way and we will always continue to visit when we can. The live music is also a huge plus on the weekends, can’t recommend enough!!
Cozy, comfortable and welcoming! I really enjoyed myself here. The food was simply delicious, on top of that my company and I had the best waitress. This place is what's up! Def would come back.🙂 …
Absolutely love this place. Vintage vibes with high quality twist on the food. Everything I’ve tried has been delicious. Some of my favorites are the shrimp cocktail, beet salad, salmon and veggie sandwich. The prime rib is the best value in town on Wednesday and Saturday. The house made soups are excellent as well. Service is always friendly and quick. You really feel at home here. It’s my go to stop either alone or with a group of 20. They will make your experience great.
I hadn't been to Art's since the new owners bought it. My friend's sister-in-law was Art's Daughter.
Definitely a landmark or more an institution in Riverside. Their menu is solid with some excellent options for brunch, lunch and dinner. Can't go wrong with the prime rib and lobster (Wed/Sat only). The owner (Dre) is committed to the "5 star dive bar" aesthetic welcoming all and not your average Joe. A regular crowd with many loyal customers which are friends or more like family. We love the place and staff.
I really loved the prime rib. The prime rib is delicious. The atmosphere was really upbeat. My mashed potatoes were scrumptious and delitious. I ate here on Tuesday August 12, and my mozzarella cheese sticks were absolutely exquisite, and delitious. Everything at arts bar and grill is to die for I have never ordered something and been disappointed with what I got. My tacos were absolutely delitious. They were extremely exquisite, really flavorful, and very scrumptious. The food is always great at arts bar and grill. It was so nice seeing Debby again. I really loved that. All in all it was a wonderful experience, and I would highly recommend Arts Bar and Grill to everyone
An oldie but goodie. Art’s Bar and Grill has the dive bar feel. Good food, many beers to choose from and delicious food. We were pleasantly surprised how good it was. Service was great, you must stop by to try out this hidden gem in Riverside, CA.
Common questions about Art's Bar & Grill
Art's Bar & Grill is located at 3357 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92501, United States, Riverside, CA, United States.
Art's Bar & Grill has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 544 customer reviews.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following highlights: Fast service, Great bar food, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Karaoke, Live music, Live performances, Sport.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following popular for: Solo dining.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Food, Food at bar, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Private dining room, Spirits, Wine.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following dining options: Seating, Table service.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following amenities: Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking.
Art's Bar & Grill features the following pets: Dogs allowed.
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