Antone’s Italian Food

Reviews

• Kevin Z.

  star star star star star 30 August 2026

  I've lived around the corner from Antone's for two years now. My wife and I have been curious about them but "they're never open" we thought. Then I read on next door they closed and we're opening up on random days.
  
  Well I think the true story is, they're just opened for limited hours, LUNCH!  So if you're not a local at mid day, you'll miss them.
  
  Well to the experience we had.
  My wife and I happened to be passing by on a weekday at lunch hour and dropped in. A couple people were just leaving and we had the place to ourselves. A young man gave us the low down on the menu and suggested the meatball sub on garlic. He said garlic bread is a added cost but for our first time he'd give it to us for free to test. He assured us we'd always order it that way.
  
  We were not disappointed at all the sandwiches were great!
  
  I really hope the hours get expanded and more people go by and support this local spot!
  
  I overheard the guys saying they're open on Saturdays, or that they will be. So if you're at work during the week, try to go on the weekend.

• Chasity T.

  star star star star star 29 August 2026

  All I can say is Yum! I've lived in Riverside nearly all my life and have driven past this gem so many times. Now that I know what flavor is inside, I will definitely be back. I tried the meatball and my husband had the mafia. Bonus fact is that you can get your sandwich on garlic bread - what?!?  
  
  If you're in the mood for a simple location with awesome authentic food, this is your place! Has a very laid back vibe and the people make you feel like family.

• Matthew K.

  star star star star star_border 9 August 2026

  I had been to Antone's back in high school and had completely forgotten about it until realizing that it was one of a few Italian places close to my office. It's a family run place that has that family feel when going inside. The smell of marinara sauce permeates the dining room.
  
  It was lunch so I had the beef sandwich with mushroom, peppers and cheese. Absolutely an awesome sandwich. But a messy sandwich too. Be prepared to use lots of napkins. Cant wait to try their pasta dishes.

• Bailey S.

  star star star star star 9 August 2026

  I have been coming here since I was little. I usually get the club grinder or the spaghetti. Everything is so fresh, the bread is amazing. It's a simple yet delicious lunch option. Staff is always friendly!

• Pam V.

  star star star star_border star_border 6 August 2026

  Drove by Antone's and noticed the sign in front boasting about their Famous Mafia Grinder so you know I had to stop, It was around lunch time and there was a constant stream of people coming and going. We walked into this old school place and ordered 1 Mafia Grinder $8.75, 1 Cold Pastrami $8.25 and 2 drinks our order came very fast which was good it seems they have a lot of people that work in the area and a lot of locals who probably have been coming since the beginning. Their sandwiches are hearty the bread was freshly baked that day I would say if you want something that will fill you up and time is a issue this is a good place to come!