River Lounge
River Lounge stands out as a laid-back, community-focused spot in Riverside, blending social energy with recreational fun. The space is lively yet welcoming, featuring multiple pool tables—a key draw for enthusiasts—alongside occasional tournaments that foster interaction. Staff, including a notably attentive bartender, add to the warm atmosphere, while the absence of a kitchen is offset by nearby food options.
Though the venue spans a large area, some sections remain underutilized, hinting at potential for expanded activities like live music or darts. The crowd, a mix of regulars and first-timers, appreciates the inclusive vibe, and the presence of family-friendly elements—like water play for kids—broadens its appeal. A solid choice for those seeking casual entertainment and a friendly gathering place.
Features and services of River Lounge
Service options
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Bar games
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Sport
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Dancing
- Food
- Spirits
- Wine
Dining options
- Outside food allowed
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
River Lounge is in position 10 out of 15 in leather bars in Riverside
Customer Reviews
River Lounge has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on over 121 reviews on Google
Friendly and lively joint! Pool tournaments Wednesday nite 7pm. Lots of friendly peoples and pool players. Womens restroom very old school!
Only cuz Vanessa works there. She's bomb.
always have a great time here.
1st timer. I liked it. Crowd (regulars) were friendly & accepting. Bartender was very attentive. I ordered bottle beer, and was given a shot on the house. Noticed a strong pour on mixed drinks. Several pool tables @ 75c a game. Its a huge place, but a great portion of it goes unused. If it were my place I'd line up several steeltip darts on the back wall across from where you enter. I was told the other large vacant area is used for live music. Plenty of room but no kitchen or food. I was told a food truck often parks in the lot.
I love all the activities they have for the children they keep them busy. The water park was so fun for the kids for the adults. I would definitely go back with my family we had so much fun.
The management and staff very friendly good bar mage very very friendly and kind hearted and the people are pretty much the same very calm and very fun place to go I did not eat anything but it was very very lively atmosphere pool tables and Dachshund all kind of games to play and Bob neighbors generally concerned about all the customers being happy and they were because she was making sure of that very very tentative barmaid very beautiful too long red hair strawberry blonde okay so I'm partial I had a very good time every time I've ever went there and the first couple of times I went there if he was not there the redhead but did Bob made it very much the same very good people thank you I've enjoyed myself and I will return
pool tournament 4pm start on Sundays nice tables .snacks like chips nuts ect. In bar food truck outside on Sundays.
Information about River Lounge
Address
River Lounge is located at 9608 Mission Blvd, Riverside, CA 92509, United States
Business Hours
Monday: 11:00–02:00
Tuesday: 11:00–02:00
Wednesday: 11:00–02:00
Thursday: 11:00–02:00
Friday: 11:00–02:00
Saturday: 11:00–02:00
Sunday: 11:00–02:00