Back To The Grind

Category: Cafe in Riverside, California

Address: 3575 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92501, USA

Phone: +19517840800

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–6PM

Monday: 8AM–9PM

Tuesday: 8AM–6PM

Wednesday: 8AM–9PM

Thursday: 8AM–9PM

Friday: 8AM–9PM

Saturday: 9AM–9PM

Reviews

Irene Lim

Aug 3, 2022

This place is SUPER cute. Really gives off modern Harry Potter cafe vibes Out of 5 Cleanliness 4 Service 5 Food 5 Atmosphere 5 Price 5 I went in just to get a chai latte (delicious btw, would get again) and instead my friend and I ended up staying to also get their Turkey blt. I’m not sure what bread they use but it is the MOST sourdough bread I’ve ever had… and I LOVE sourdough. I got to talk to the barista, super sweet, and the owner too! Also extremely kind and kinda gives off a “Im a teddy bear but don’t get too close until I know you” kinda vibe. But I’m general a really fun atmosphere and good vibes all around. I love this place, will def come back. Only bad thing is no free parking if you plan on staying long term. But totally worth a stop!

Mercedes

Jun 24, 2022

I came to this coffee shop since I was in Riverside and It was a really nice/relaxing coffee shop. I ordered a Iced Chai Tea with oatmilk and it was DELICIOUS... I would try this place again...

Gabriel Polanco

Apr 3, 2022

Great local coffee shop! We were very impressed with the layout and artsy/library feel! Plays jazz music to make it even more comfortable!! We will definitely make Back to the Grind a must see/go-to for us!

Andrea Schmidlin

Dec 25, 2021

Great vibe! We were visiting Riverside and wanted a spot to stop for a bite to eat. Back to the Grind was perfect. All kinds of options for food and drinks. Comfortable seating. Just a wonderful place.

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Questions & Answers

Hey my friends I'm trying to find a nice quiet place to get to know somebody. Did anybody have any opinions I highly appreciate

Daron Allen | Jan 24, 2019
Isha | Jan 25, 2019

This place is quiet and has alot of interesting art and features to talk about. Definitely a good place to take someone.

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I love that artists are able to display and even sell their work here! But as an artist, and a frequent coffee connoisseur here, I wonder exactly how someone goes about getting their pieces here. Any answers?

Jennifer Wilke | Jan 24, 2018
ILL AVILA | Jan 25, 2018

I say ask mario. I don't know of any other staff member who would be most conducive to exhibiting your project

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Does Back to the Grind rent out downstairs for art and photography exhibits? If so, what are the specifics? Thank you. :)

Erin Bock | Jan 24, 2018
Chris Sanborn | Jan 25, 2018

Darin does rent out the downstairs, you would have to call them and talk to ether Darin (owner) or Tilline (manager) for a quote. They also have various local artists that have their work on display on the main floor, but they typically have them up for a month or until sold. They are also participate in Riversides art walk, which is the 1st Thursday of every month.

Do the open mic night Performances have to be family friendly?

Big RESS | Jan 24, 2020
Marty Miller | Jan 25, 2020

Depends upon ur audience

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How to do a spoken word here ???and what days do you guys do so

isaac calvin | Jan 24, 2020
Back To The Grind (Owner) | Jan 25, 2020

Monday nights are from 9 to 11 with an 8:30pm sign up. Admission is $3. Its available for music, spoken word and comedy. We also have a musician's open mic on Tuesday's from 7 to 9, with a 6:30pm sign up and admission for that is free.

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How to do a spoken word there?

isaac calvin | Jan 24, 2020
Sandra GREG | Jan 25, 2020

Monday nights you mean? Read your own poems or sing.....Tue night is also open Mic....yet that is only singing. I don't know what else they mean by "spoken word" other than Open Mic on Monday/Tue nights. I also have not been there on a .Monday night since Early Oct 2018. I'm way busy studying accounting & building a business.

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What are the Covid safety practices like here?

People are asking | Mar 29, 2021
Janet Kownacki | Mar 30, 2021

Marvelous! The proprietor is always masked, people respect distancing, and no indoor seating for now. Gotta admit, I'm super excited to spend more time there post-vaccine!

used to come here before it had a bar are minors still allowed?

Darlene Miranda | Jan 23, 2021
James Ranger | Jan 24, 2021

Yes. It is basically still a coffee place. What happens late at night, I'm not sure if they restrict minor entry or not.

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What nights are the open mics?

Kevin McCarthy | Jan 24, 2020
Jayson Sandoval | Jan 25, 2020

Monday

Hi, what time does the chess start on Thursday. Thank you.

Akshay Gupta | Jan 24, 2020
Marilyn Brannon | Jan 25, 2020

Cool there's chess there? I'm a beginner. I might have to stop by

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Is there free parking?

Vanessa Medina | Jan 24, 2020
Michael Gonzalez | Jan 25, 2020

The first 90 minutes of parking is free in the nearby structures

Are dogs allowed inside?

Emily Potter | Jan 24, 2019
Back To The Grind (Owner) | Jan 25, 2019

Yes, as long as they don't sit on the couches and are on a leash.

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Do they sell coffee beans? If so, how often are they roasted?

Andrew Waller | Jan 24, 2019
J. Salinas | Jan 25, 2019

Nope. Unfortunately, They're won't allowed it but U can find anywhere available on Food Market & Coffee Bean & Starbucks

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Is there spoken word on Fri, Sat, or Sun?

Michelle Salazar | Jan 24, 2019
David Sparks | Jan 25, 2019

I am cluless on that one...

When is a good time to go for open mic night?

Weeky Lo | Jan 24, 2019
Tina Sanborn | Jan 25, 2019

I think Wednesday's are open poetry night

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Hey who do i get in contact with to host an open mic night and how do i go about contacting that person

morris joans | Jan 24, 2019
J. Salinas | Jan 25, 2019

Contact to Darren Conkerite Owner and Ask him bout dat

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what time do you have to be there for open mike?

william maxson | Jan 24, 2019
Courteney Tindall | Jan 25, 2019

Poetry open mic are Monday?

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