Arcade Coffee Roasters - Tasting Room

If you hate the hustle and bustle of Starbucks and want a unique experience, this is the place for you. The staff is very friendly and super knowledgeable. And coffee beans don't get more fresh than this. They specialize in lighter and medium roasts, but have bean options for darker roast fans. The atmosphere is open and slightly rustic, with a bit of industrial brewery feel. This probably isn't a place to hang out for a couple of hours as the seating could be more comfortable. But they do have a couple couches. There is wifi, but you'll have to ask for the password.

We love great coffee. Arcade is a great coffee option in the Inland Empire, city of Riverside. Two open locations and a third on the way. This is the original location and where the roasting magic happens.

Every month a new original option. Month of March 2022: Charred Orange Latte! Charred orange + sweetened condensed milk + fresh orange zest = lots of yum!

Pair that with a Sammie and wow! What's in/on a Sammie? Espresso rubbed tri tip, whole grain mustard aioli, American cheese, bread n' butter pickles...yum

I've lived in Riverside for about 2 years now and finally found this gem. Delicious draft coffees. All I said to the barista was, "I want something sweet," and without hesitation she gave me a sample of a sweet coffee! I also complimented my drink with the hot oats. Deliciously paired! The hot oats had bananas, blueberries which made it so perfect for a morning snack. Definitely recommend this spot! I will be back for a weekend brunch date with my husband, soon.

Nice and quick. Big difference in flavor getting coffee from a local roaster vs. a large corporation. My energy lasts much longer because they use more natural ingredients. A must try. Fast internet connection as well.

One of the best in town

EDIT:
consistency is not there anymore due to churn of employees. Prices are higher such as 3$ for an extra shot of espresso, cups got smaller as well. what was once a great local coffee shop started going downhill for me. I think that's because they are trying to grow too quickly and also trying to be an overpriced restaurant IMHO. atmosphere is still cool and will continue to come every blue moon but I used to come in regularly.

This is a 20-star experience, the food is amazing and so are the drinks, the staff are super nice and treat you with far more respect than you deserve (I don't know any of them personally, I don't work there either, I just think most people assume they deserve more respect than they do), and the atmosphere is an amazing little rainy day coffee date with the girl or guy of your dreams, this is the kind of place you wear a snuggy and study for your upcoming exam we both know you're gonna fail.

I ordered a London Fog and a scone. I don't think the dude working there knows what a London Fog is. He made it wrong. He also gave me the wrong scone. The one he gave me(I believe chocolate+strawberry) was not good.

Love their coffee and their customer service. My Gf used to visit this place when she attended UCR and an email she received today from her writing department reminded me to restart my subscription.

My go to craft coffee shop in Riverside. Their espresso is on point and they have open seating. Never tried the food, but love that they roast their own beans. I order an iced espresso with honey.

Very nice place to chill and enjoy some different roasts. When you buy beans, you get a free coffee which is very nice. I’ve sent some different beans to friends as gifts for Xmas, housewarming, etc and everyone loves them.