The Salted Pig - New American restaurant in Riverside - 3750 Main St STE 103, USA

I grew up eating the dishes listed on the menu at budget prices, so imagine my shock at seeing the average price of $40+ per entree. No way are the modest portions of food worth the high prices even after adjusting for inflation and profit margin. I got the brussel sprouts appetizer, which was pretty good, but the white bean kale salad that my friend and I both ordered was too sweet and bland. The white beans in the salad weren’t seasoned at all. On the flip side, my partner got the Cavatelli pasta and said it was way over-salted to the extent “it tasted like there was a pound of salt in it”. Service was decent, but for whatever reason, they brought out the salads last, even though it seems like they should take the least amount of time to prepare, considering everyone else in our party of 8 ordered entrees that required cooking. At least for the most part, we were all able to eat together. The interior of this place is nicer than other neighboring restaurants, but the steep prices for mediocre food made for a below average experience.

FUN FACT: I came here (their old location) manyyyy years ago for my 18th birthday! With fond memories, I decided to checkout their new pretty location near Mission Inn. The decor is beautiful!! My favorite is always the macaroni & cheese! It never disappoints. The perfect amount of gooey cheese and flavor. We also tried the Salmon Laab, which I loved! It is on the sour side, but it definitely has classic Lao flavors. Reminds me of home! For my main entree, I tried the Date Night Burger. They do not skimp on any of the ingredients! Generous sized burger patty and veggies. I do wish it had more date jam though. At the end of the day, the dirty fries really stole the show! Their fries are similar style to In-N-Out fries, but topped with GARLIC CONFIT and cheese??? Sooo deliciously simple. I wouldn't spend $15+ for it... but +$3 on my entree? sure. Random... but I got three mosquito bites while eating here. Anyone else have this problem?

If you're enjoying a sroll through downtown Riverside and find yourself craving something uniquely delightful, let your taste buds lead you to The Salted Pig. Tonight, I had the pleasure of indulging in their pork belly and chicken tacos, and let me tell you, they were nothing short of a culinary masterpiece! Each bite was a symphony of flavors, perfectly balancing the zest of the freshest ingredients with the rich, savory essence of expertly prepared meats. It's like a gourmet fiesta in your mouth! The ambiance of The Salted Pig only adds to the experience, cozy yet vibrant, MUCH like the city itself. Trust me, your palate will thank you. Oh and they have Google pay, so no wallet no worries.

The Salted Pig offers an exceptional culinary experience that transcends the ordinary. The menu is a symphony of flavors, showcasing a diverse range of dishes that cater to every palate. From appetizers to desserts, each creation is a testament to the chef's skill and dedication to delivering a memorable dining experience.

I have always considered this place riverside’s most overrated restaurant. My opinions have not changed after this visit, especially because salted “pig” apparently ran out of *pork* chop tonight. However, after 40(!!) minutes of a long wait, I ate one of the best ducks of my life. Perfectly cooked and delicious.

Has fine dining came to the city of riverside? Hell yes!!! The Salted pig was absolutely fantastic my meal of the pork belly sandwich and fries was definitely delicious I had fries as a side and quite frankly the best fries I've had in a while. The ketchup was even delicious which was definitely house made heinz lovers are not allowed 🚫 this ketchup is on a whole nother level on the deliciousness scale. The salted pig I will be returning for date night!

Our waitress is Audrey, she is awesome! She is very kind. Thank you Audrey!

The bone marrow with toast was so good and worth the money. You get so much bone marrow for the price you pay! We also came during happy hour so drinks were half off and tasted delicious. The fries were also good — but can definitely feed more than 2 people. I can’t wait to come back!