Estrella Taqueria Lounge

4.2

118 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

Jan 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Lively

Estrella Taqueria Lounge is a one-of-a-kind dining destination located in Downtown Riverside, California, that offers delicious Mexican-style cuisine and an array of amazing signature cocktails, tasty micheladas and a full bar. The restaurant prides itself on providing a unique and unforgettable dining experience for its customers, with a menu that is sure to please any palate.

The restaurant’s menu features a variety of classic Mexican dishes, including tacos, burritos, and quesadillas, as well as some innovative twists on traditional favorites. The dishes are prepared with the freshest ingredients, and customers can choose from a variety of proteins, including beef, chicken, pork, and seafood, as well as vegetarian and vegan options.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Traditional Mexican, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(951) 999-4323
Website
https://estrellataquerialounge.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3635 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92501-3330
Neighborhood
Riverside
Cross street
University & Orange
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Delivery, Entertainment, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch

ILIANAS CREPAS$15.00
Berries and galleta crumble
BREAKFAST TORTA$15.00
CHILAQUILES$18.00
Sunny Side Up Eggs, Fried Tortilla Chips Tossed in Red Salsa, Topped with Lime, Sour Cream, Pickled Red Onions, Queso Fresco, Micro Cilantro, Avocado
- STEAK$10.00
- SHRIMP$8.00
- CHICKEN$6.00
- CARNITAS$6.00
EL JEFE STEAK & EGGS$32.00
12oz ribeye grilled in mequite, served with cebollin, papa con chorizo, and two eggs
HUEVOS RANCHEROS$18.00
two eggs fried with a tortilla, served over frijoles puercos and papas con chorizo. Topped with salsa ranchera , habanero sour cream, queso fresco and pickled red onion
POZOLE$14.00
Hickory Smoked Comfit Pork, Hominy, Cooked in a Hearty and Flavorful Mexican Chile, Topped with Cabbage, Radish, Lime, Micro Cilantro, and Corn Tostada
- ADD BIRRIA$12.00
- ADD RIBEYE$14.00
- ADD CHICKEN$9.00
- ADD CARNITAS$9.00
- ADD SHRIMP$12.00
BREAKFAST BURRITO$14.00

What 118 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Inland Empire
Innovative
Inland Empire
Good for groups
Inland Empire
Healthy
Inland Empire
Hot spot
Inland Empire
Neighborhood gem
Inland Empire
Great for outdoor dining
Inland Empire
Lively
Inland Empire
Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Estrella Taqueria Lounge shines with "excellent service" and a lively atmosphere, perfect for celebrations or a fun night out. While some found the menu limited, the "delicious food" and vibrant vibe more than make up for it. Highlights include attentive staff and standout drinks, making it a popular Riverside gem.

118 Reviews

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Elia
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Paolino was the best with the drink recs the food was fresh and good.
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Parveen
Orange County
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved everything although I thought drinks were expensive for Riverside.
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Peter
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our Dinner Was Great And Carolyn our Server was awesome got Greeted By Manager a Plus
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Alison
VIP
Los Angeles
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
The whole operation was run poorly. Three people got their food and one person in our party didn’t get their food for at least 15 minutes. Didn’t get the sides with the fajitas, had to ask for silverware and napkins, etc. there was no soap in the restrooms. Made me wonder what the employees did to properly wash their hands after using the toilet. Food was pretty good though
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Samantha
VIP
Orange County
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed mojitos, chicken mole, and salmon poblano very much last night. Fresh, inventive, and attractively presented. Excellent service & fun, friendly atmosphere. Walking distance from hotel.
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stephanie
Los Angeles
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food was bland. Restaurant was very cramped. Service took forever took get a $16 margarita. Wouldn’t go back
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Kim
VIP
Hawaii
144 reviews
5.0
144 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very busy night in Downtown during the Christmas festival. The restaurant was very busy and the staff worked very hard to make sue everyone was served wonderful food. The energy was great, the ambiance was fun, and definitely enjoyed our evening.
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Evelyn
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We were sat at a table and the tables were so close to each other that we decided to move. The food was okay. The molcajete was good but the pancakes were dull. Literally just pancakes with whipped cream and strawberries falling on the side. They gave us broken plates and broken to go boxes. The waitress told us sorry three times and she was nice. The fresh waters (agua fresca) were not the best. Overall it was a good experience
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Rose
Los Angeles
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Serving a large party you definitely need more than one waiter. Waited 1 1/2 hours for water. A waiter should never say your going to have to wait, I’m taking orders. The worst Menudo I have ever eaten or seen, no tripe or harmony ~ it was 6 piece of tripe and green. Enchiladas dry. They did not sing happy birthday, knowing we were celebrating two birthdays. Worst experience. Bathroom ran out of toilet paper and Filthy. Restaurant needs a New Manager and staff.
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AnneMarie
VIP
San Diego
106 reviews
5.0
106 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a fun birthday night! Stephanie C. was our waitress. Between her and the staff, they all really make you feel special. Highly recommend for a fun celebration. Just be aware that It's very loud, which so many restaurants are these days. Thank you
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FAQs

Estrella Taqueria Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (951) 999-4323.

Estrella Taqueria Lounge is rated 4.2 stars by 118 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3635 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92501-3330

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
University & Orange
Neighborhood
Riverside
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Traditional Mexican, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Delivery, Entertainment, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch

Website
https://estrellataquerialounge.com/
Phone number
(951) 999-4323

Estrella Taqueria Lounge

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

BRUNCH

ILIANAS CREPAS$15.00

BREAKFAST TORTA$15.00

CHILAQUILES$18.00

EL JEFE STEAK & EGGS$32.00

HUEVOS RANCHEROS$18.00

POZOLE$14.00

BREAKFAST BURRITO$14.00

What 118 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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Dining areas

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