Inland Empire/ Food & Drinks
Published on August 15, 2019
Check out the 4 most popular spots in Riverside's Arlington South neighborhoodSushi Asahi | Photo: Cecilia Y./Yelp

Visiting Arlington South, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this Riverside neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a sushi spot to a brewery.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Arlington South, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Sushi Asahi

photo: michelle s./yelp

Topping the list is sushi bar and Japanese spot Sushi Asahi, located at 2955 Van Buren Blvd., Suite D-2. It's the most popular business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 2,399 reviews on Yelp. 

Start with an appetizer of shrimp tempura, and then try the rainbow roll, which is a California roll topped with assorted fish and avocado, among the menu offerings. Like sushi? Be sure to try the yellowtail or salmon. (See the full menu here.)

2. Route 30 Brewing Company

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Next up is brewery Route 30 Brewing Company, situated at 9860 Indiana Ave., Suite 19. With five stars out of 68 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. 

Specializing in IPAs and sours, the spot offers a wide range of quality beers. The tap list features a number of beers, including the Riverside Red and Summer Pale ale, as well as special brews such as the Four Horsemen.

3. Van Buren Drive-In Theatre & Swap Meet

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Drive-in theater and flea market Van Buren Drive-In Theatre & Swap Meet is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 3035 Van Buren Blvd., four stars out of 337 reviews. 

Try this spot out for affordable, family entertainment. First established in 1964, the theater has expanded to not only offering current movies, but also offers a swap meet for venders and customers.

4. Scooter Zone

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Scooter Zone, a skate park that offers sporting goods and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to spot. With 4.5 stars out of 21 Yelp reviews, head over to 7330 Sycamore Canyon Blvd., Suite 2 to see for yourself. 

Since 2006, this place has been the leader in the pro-scooter retail market. The personal knowledge of the sport by the staff, gives insight into providing the best brands, installation practices and the the best advice to riders.


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