No, it's not a bookstore, or even a library ... it's "Back to the Grind", a delightful little coffee house, breakfast nook, etc. in Riverside, California. Located in a historic niche in Riverside just around the corner from the Mission Inn, Back to the Grind has been around since 1996.
I stopped in for breakfast a couple of times during a trip to Riverside and it was always great. The library ambiance was conducive to reading and it was a great place for coffee, a danish and a bit of relaxation before starting the day.
Look closely at the bookcases in the picture and you'll find a host of curious little knickknacks and doodads!
Meal: breakfast
Rating: ***** of 5
Date: 23 July 2007
Address: 3575 University Ave., Riverside, CA 92501
Website: http://back2thegrind.com/
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Showing posts with label Location: Riverside CA. Show all posts
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Joe Aguilar's Templo Del Sol: Authentic Mexican
Templo del Sol is one of those Mexican restaurants that's just plain comfortable. Located near the UC Riverside campus, you don't come to Templo del Sol for fancy tables or trendy lighting tricks.
Seating is your basic laminated tables and pull out chairs, but what you lack a hip atmosphere, is made up in great service (some reviews have noted that the service is slow, but I was there with a party of eight and the service was quick, efficient and cheerful) and even better food.
All the traditional dishes are here: enchiladas, tacos, burritos (including their deep fried burrito - or chimichunga as they're often called "back East"), and the like. Dishes come in combos or a la carte in generous portions. My dish of choice? The polle en mole, with just the right amount of chicken and accompanied by rice and beans.
Prices are low and the food is great! So next time you find yourself in the Inland Empire, stop by!
Meal: lunch
Rating: **** of 5
Date: 24 July 2007
Address: 1365 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92507
Website: N/A
Seating is your basic laminated tables and pull out chairs, but what you lack a hip atmosphere, is made up in great service (some reviews have noted that the service is slow, but I was there with a party of eight and the service was quick, efficient and cheerful) and even better food.
All the traditional dishes are here: enchiladas, tacos, burritos (including their deep fried burrito - or chimichunga as they're often called "back East"), and the like. Dishes come in combos or a la carte in generous portions. My dish of choice? The polle en mole, with just the right amount of chicken and accompanied by rice and beans.
Prices are low and the food is great! So next time you find yourself in the Inland Empire, stop by!
Meal: lunch
Rating: **** of 5
Date: 24 July 2007
Address: 1365 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92507
Website: N/A
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Las Campanas Restaurant @ The Mission Inn
Las Campanas Restaurant, located in the historic Mission Inn in Riverside, California, offers a great dining experience.
Part of the pleasure of Las Campanas is dining outdoors under the palms of the Mission Inn. If you're lucky and you get one of the clear and dry Southern California nights, you'll be especially happy while enjoying the excellent meal.
The chips, served with a trio of salsas, were crisp and not too salty.
For an entree, I chose my favorite, chicken enchiladas. Served with sides of refried beans and rice, a glass of California Pinot Noir made for the perfect meal.
Meal: dinner
Rating: **** of 5
Date: 22 July 2007
Address: 3649 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside, CA 92501
Website: http://www.missioninn.com/restaurants-las-campanas.php
Part of the pleasure of Las Campanas is dining outdoors under the palms of the Mission Inn. If you're lucky and you get one of the clear and dry Southern California nights, you'll be especially happy while enjoying the excellent meal.
The chips, served with a trio of salsas, were crisp and not too salty.
For an entree, I chose my favorite, chicken enchiladas. Served with sides of refried beans and rice, a glass of California Pinot Noir made for the perfect meal.
Meal: dinner
Rating: **** of 5
Date: 22 July 2007
Address: 3649 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside, CA 92501
Website: http://www.missioninn.com/restaurants-las-campanas.php
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