The Mission Inn Restaurant in Riverside

Visited for the first time today with my family. Delightful live piano music in the lobby. Gorgeous Spanish-style architecture and courtyard. We ate at the Mission Inn restaurant and really enjoyed every bite— the Reuben was delicious; and the French fries are perfectly crisp! Can’t wait to return!

Went for a short visit and enjoyed walking the grounds and eating a tasty lunch there. The architecture is amazing and the abundance of plants are really something to see. Nice to go there for something different to do.

Okay but overpriced. Its not a modern building. While that arguably adds to the charm of the hotel, there is no concrete or sound insulation between the floors. As a result, if you are on the first or second floor, you are going to hear thunderfoot above you stomping around. Kind of ruins your shot at a peaceful getaway. The rooms and beds are nice enough but the bathroom is in dire need of remodeling. There appeared to be mold in the shower. The pool is too shallow and attracts families with noisy kids and boisterous, somewhat vulgar, young people. Again, takes away from the "spa" vibe. They have a parking garage behind the hotel but you have to pay $17 a day to park there. Your best bet is to leave before 7 a.m. If no attendant is at the booth, you can drive out for free. On a more positive note, the hotel restaurant is pretty good and offers room service, with a surcharge of course. There are two other restaurants that are in the hotel. So plenty of dining options. The staff are professional.

I was with friends and just wanted to explore the historical hotel. I had never been to center of the hotel and I’m actually a local. I guess the rule is if you don’t have a hotel room, you aren’t allowed to view or walk down the rotunda or experience the inner areas. We were quiet and respectful and just wanted to see the inside of the building. While it was beautiful, we were escorted out because we didn’t have a room. I thought about paying for a room before just to wake up to the scenery, however I don’t like the idea of being watched by security or talked down to because I look young. While I have been here before for work luncheons, and have never ran into issues with security or being escorted out, I’m not interested in going again to be watched.

Zero room service. Stayed three nights and the bed was never made. Had to ask twice for fresh towels and made a point of calling and asking for service. Waited until 8 30 at night for towels. Enjoy the beautiful location and food and drinks. Stay somewhere else if you want 4 star service.

This hotel is absolutely amazing!! The rooms are so unique and you have to really explore this place. All the flowers and lights make it so beautiful. Lots of restaurants and bars on the property and a nice pool area and spa. Love it

The most beautiful hotel I have ever seen or stayed in. Super posh, immaculately clean, excellent service, giant swimming pool, architectural wonders around every corner.I highly recommend this hotel and its restaurants.If you eat at the Mission Inn Restaurant be sure to ask for Raoul, the friendliest, most fantastic server ever.I cannot say enough about this fabulous place.

Beautiful hotel and spa services, great wine selection. Food portions are too small, I ordered their crab cakes and Cioppino, not the best flavors. Restaurant atmosphere was relaxing and enjoyable.

This is a beautiful historic hotel with plenty of charm and character. It is a National Hostoric Hotel. The service is superior and the restaurants are delicious with a wide range of offerings. The rooms are clean and quaint. The hotel is a hidden gem within Riverside and offers a number of breath taking scenes and artwork. Highly recommend a visit and a tour from the museum.

We just love this place. We are actually spending our anniversary there for several days to enjoy the surroundings of everything they have. The museum store and the tour is just beautiful. I encourage anyone to take the tour and bring a camera, just gorgeous insides those walls.😃

I have lived in Riverside for 40 years and This was our first stay here. Food is always great. So First off there was a wedding and they were blasting music until midnight. I couldn’t get to sleep until then. Second the refrigerator does not keep things cold or cools them down. Called to the front desk and they said that’s just how they are. And there are no microwaves in the rooms. For the price you pay you would think there would be complimentary breakfast or something. Definitely thought the pool would have more seating. Also you would think the parking would be free as well since we are laying $500 plus for rooms. Hotel is super cool to look at but ai wouldn’t recommend staying here and I probably won’t stay here ever again.

Beds are like sleeping on a cloud: so silky and comfy after a long day driving and sightseeing.The staff were all lovely and accommodating.Only had breakfast, but it was tasty and the dining room is beautiful.This is why you stay here; its a beautiful place and intriguing architecturally and they run a professional high end hotel. I felt safe and had fun.

This is such a beautiful location to have a mini vacation or any type of get away. The atmosphere makes you feel like you are in some distant place, the peace and tranquility as well as all the history that it brings.I absolutely love the convenience of having many restaurants to choose from as well as lounges and seating areas, you dont have to leave the hotel if you dont want to. You can take a brisk walk around the hotel, take a tour, watch a wedding take place in the chapel. Or walk around the block to the local shops, the library and park.Only drawback is that I am a very light sleeper and depending on where your room is, you may get a lot of noise from either restaurant below, the pool area or the busy street. But you cant beat the quality of rooms and the beds are so comfortable!I would highly recommend for any type of occasion. Or just drop by for dinner at any restaurant. Always have a great time when I go.

How can I start this review??? 🤔 Well to start off what a amazing hotel... this location comes with a amazing story. First the building was built back 1876 and still standing strongly.. The rooms had an fabulous view... all of the employees from the minute you drive in, then when you walk to the inside. Were very helpful with all our needs. Thank you all!!!!This is a perfect place to bring you kids, family or friends.Close to many different restaurants and stores...

We attended an awards banquet here. The venue is beautiful. Our complaint is about the catering format. All the fillets were cooked medium rare. While this is exactly the way I like my steak, many people do not like their steak that pink. I was surprised they didnt have the option to select a preference. Dessert was Casey Cupcakes, which are delicious. However, the catering service chose to use many flavors that people either love or hate. Patrons were not given a choice, just presented a cupcake. Again, Im easy and like almost everything. But, this was not the experience for most people at my table. I would recommend they change their catering options to allow more advance selections so more people can enjoy the food as much as I did.

Parents were in town so I brought them here for the day. It’s a beautiful historic property, easily spent 2 hours strolling the grounds admiring every little detail. It’s never crowded when I’m here which I love. And the bar has comfortable seating, tastefully decorated. Drinks are consistent. The calamari is fried to perfection.There’s a guided tour if you wanna geek out.

Came by to visit some friends staying in the hotel. Absolutely beautiful inside and and out. The parrots at the entrance were fun and entertaining. It was really nice walking around And admiring the history and construction. The pool was fun and relaxing at the same time.

A HISTORIC LANDMARK FOR RIVERSIDE 🔔Whenever anyone asks me how I feel about the Mission Inn I always feel positive and excited to share how wonderful my experiences here have been.The Mission Inn is one of Southern Californias most beautiful missions. The owner and his family have done and excellent job ensuring it stays around for years to come. Theyve also invested a lot into it for the enjoyment of local residents and distant visitors.There are number places one can eat inside and outside the hotel, as its in the heart of Riverside. The pool has a Spanish Hollywood charm. There is also a Holiday Brunch that would knock your socks off, and they do Christmas light decorations every year.Its also where Anne Rice wrote portions of Interview with the Vampire. The rooms are amazing and the property is lush with inspiration.There is also a chappel and art gallery where weddings are held, as well as the presidential bar, and a steak restaurant inside.Our room was gorgeous and romantic. We absolutely loved our sheets, which stayed cool to the touch, while soft and sensual.We cant wait to go back again!