The Old Spaghetti Factory in Riverside, California, brings together the comfort of a family restaurant and the charm of a memorable dining destination. Set at 3191 Mission Inn Avenue, this beloved eatery invites guests into a warm, historic atmosphere filled with turn-of-the-century décor that makes every visit feel special.
As a family-friendly chain, it is a place where parents, children, couples, and friends can all settle in for a relaxed meal that feels both welcoming and dependable.
With a strong customer rating of 4.40 out of 5 from 4,767 reviews, it has clearly earned the trust of diners who return for the food, the service, and the overall experience.
Guests come to The Old Spaghetti Factory for the kind of dining that feels easy, satisfying, and worth looking forward to. The menu centers on traditional Italian entrées and comfort food favorites, with options that work beautifully for lunch, dinner, solo dining, or a special night out.
Whether you’re stopping in for a casual meal, planning a family gathering, or arranging a private dining experience, the restaurant offers a variety of ways to enjoy it—dine-in, takeaway, delivery, no-contact delivery, and on-site service.
Known for fast service, a great beer selection, cocktails, wine, and local specialties, it delivers the kind of well-rounded experience that keeps guests coming back. From dessert and small plates to coffee, spirits, and full table service, the restaurant makes it easy to enjoy everything from a quick lunch to a lingering evening meal.
What makes The Old Spaghetti Factory especially appealing is its ability to combine comfort with convenience and accessibility. The restaurant provides wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restroom access, ensuring a welcoming experience for more guests and families.
Practical details are handled with care as well, including reservations and payment options such as credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
With a bar on site, restroom facilities, and a cozy yet trendy setting that can feel romantic or historic depending on the occasion, it offers more than a meal—it offers a place to gather, celebrate, and make memories.
For diners seeking a dependable family restaurant with character, quality, and a polished but inviting feel, The Old Spaghetti Factory stands out as a destination that delivers both comfort and value. Call +1 951-784-4417 to plan your visit.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
A toothsome treat for cheese lovers. (1190 cal)
Our from scratch recipe of fresh onions, carrots, tomatoes, and garlic sauteed in olive oil and Italian seasonings. (560 cal)
Mamma Mia! Our 1969 original from scratch recipe of perfectly ripe tomatoes and ground beef sauteed with freshly chopped onions, celery and garlic, all simmered slowly to perfection with savory Italian herbs and spices. Delizioso! (650 cal)
Our from scratch recipe for clam lovers with hints of wine, fresh garlic, green peppers, onions and parsley. (810 cal)
Our from scratch Marinara Sauce topped with freshly sauteed seasoned mushrooms. (670 cal)
Pair any two of the above Classic Sauces to create your favorite combination. (600-1000 cal)
A sampler of Mizithra Cheese & Browned Butter, Meat, Clam and Marinara Sauces. (880 cal)
Hearts of Romaine lettuce, Genoa salami, garbanzo beans, chopped pepperoncinis, tomatoes, red onions, shredded mozzarella, and Romano cheese tossed with our balsamic vinaigrette dressing. (510 cal)
Chopped hearts of romaine tossed with blue cheese dressing, croutons and crisp bacon, served with diced Roma tomatoes, avocados, and blue cheese crumbles. (830 cal)
Lightly breaded chicken breast strips atop romaine lettuce tossed with Caesar dressing, shredded Romano cheese, Roma tomatoes, and croutons. (890 cal)
Crisp green salad (120-300cal/serving) served with soup of the day (100-320cal/serving) and hot baked bread (490 cal/serving)
Rustic Italian bread deliciously layered with creamy spinach & artichoke spread, Genoa salami, chopped pepperoncinis, smoked mozzarella, and pesto basil. (1580 cal)
Grilled chicken breast, smoked mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes and bacon on rustic Italian bread spread with pesto aioli. (1420 cal)
Mozzarella cheese and fresh basil topped with Roma tomatoes marinated in our house balsamic vinaigrette on rustic Italian bread. (980 cal)
Choose your favorite sandwich served with potato chips and either soup or salad. (710-1110 cal)
A generous portion of fresh bread topped with a tasty blend of garlic and three melted cheeses served toasted with a side of our homemade Marinara Sauce. (1220 cal)
A hot cheesy blend of spinach and artichoke hearts mixed with Mozzarella, Mizithra, grated Romano, and cream cheese. Served with toasted rustic bread. and Romano cheese. Served with toasted rustic bread. (640 cal)
A delicious spread of ripe olives, capers, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice, mixed with the perfect seasonings. Served with toasted rustic bread. (780 cal)
Broiled tender shrimp, garlic, shallots and butter topped with Romano cheese and served with grilled rustic bread. (860 cal)
A toothsome treat for cheese lovers. (1190 cal)
Our from scratch recipe of fresh onions, carrots, tomatoes, and garlic sauteed in olive oil and Italian seasonings. (560 cal)
Our from scratch Marinara Sauce topped with freshly sauteed seasoned mushrooms. (670 cal)
Our from scratch recipe for clam lovers with hints of wine, fresh garlic, green peppers, onions and parsley. (810 cal)
Mamma Mia! Our 1969 original from scratch recipe of perfectly ripe tomatoes and ground beef sauteed with freshly chopped onions, celery and garlic, all simmered slowly to perfection with savory Italian herbs and spices. Delizioso! (650 cal)
Pair any two of the above Classic Sauces to create your favorite combination. (600-1000 cal)
A sampler of Mizithra Cheese & Browned Butter, Meat, Clam and Marinara Sauces. (880 cal)
Zesty sausage served with our from scratch Rich Meat Sauce. (980 cal)
Two large handmade beef meatballs delicately seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, then topped with our from scratch Marinara Sauce. (1040 cal)
Sicilian meatballs, Italian sausage and spaghetti with Rich Meat Sauce. (1460 cal)
Layers of noodles, Marinara Sauce, ground beef and pork, and four delicious cheeses. (820 cal)
Three medallions of beef tenderloin seasoned with oregano and lemon juice, sauteed in olive oil and paired with Spaghetti and Broccoli with Mizithra Cheese and Browned Butter. (1260 cal)
Spaghetti with Mizithra Cheese & Browned Butter tossed with a delicious blend of sauteed garlic, bacon, and mushrooms. (1360 cal)
A perfectly seasoned breast of tender chicken with melted cheese and Pomodoro Sauce. Served with spaghetti and Marinara Sauce. (750 cal)
Fettuccine topped with tender diced chicken breast, fresh broccoli, sauteed mushrooms, Alfredo Sauce, and shredded Romano cheese. (1260 cal)
A freshly seasoned breast of tender chicken with a Mushroom and Marsala Wine Sauce. Served alongside spaghetti with Mizithra Cheese & Browned Butter. (1000 cal)
A tender breast of chicken topped with a medley of butter, lemon, capers, shallots, and tomatoes. Paired with our famous Mizithra Cheese & Browned Butter on angel hair pasta. (1150 cal)
Perfectly seasoned diced chicken breast served on a bed of penne pasta with our savory Pesto Alfredo Sauce, and topped with shredded Romano Cheese. (1190 cal)
Fettuccine noodles in a butter cream sauce with shredded Romano cheese. (1090 cal)
Ravioli stuffed with spinach and two delicious cheeses, and topped with our savory Marinara Sauce. (470 cal)
Hat shaped pasta, stuffed with a blend of roasted chicken and Mortadella meats, and Romano cheese. (940 cal)
Diced tomatoes simmered with fresh onions, garlic and basil. Served over angel hair pasta and garnished with shredded Romano cheese. (570 cal)
A spicy blend of tender chicken, sausage, and diced meatballs with green peppers and onions. Seasoned with Tabasco and Sambal Chili Paste. (860 cal)
Large shrimp on fettuccine with our homemade garlic & cream sauce, hints of shallots, lemon and white wine. Topped with shredded Romano cheese. (1000 cal)
Large ravioli stuffed with savory crab meat and ricotta cheese topped with a rich Pesto Alfredo Sauce. (810 cal)
Lightly breaded chicken breast strips atop romaine lettuce tossed with Caesar dressing, shredded Romano cheese, and croutons. (1120 cal)
Broccoli lightly flavored with Mizithra Cheese & Browned Butter
Broccoli lightly flavored with Mizithra Cheese & Browned Butter
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A creamy cheesecake with a traditional graham cracker crust, garnished with a refreshing strawberry puree. (780 cal)
Savory layers of mascarpone cream on pillows of espresso soaked lady fingers, finished with a delightful dusting of cocoa. (297 cal)
Decadent chocolate cake filled and topped with silky dark chocolate mousse, bittersweet fudge, and finished with fine chocolate curls. (850 cal)
Add GF Pasta $1.25
Add GF Pasta $1.25
Add GF Pasta $1.25
Add GF Pasta $1.25
Add GF Pasta $1.25
Add GF Pasta $1.25
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Hear from our valued guests
Took my family of 5 1/2 (my wife is pregnant with our 3rd son) and even though it was Valentine's Day they allowed us to make reservations days ahead which I highly recommend as it was super busy. It's a huge restaurant so there is a lot of seating. We were in a large open dining hall and die to some of the large parties and parents not watching their children it was loud and a little annoying with kids running around. It's was very busy so we did wait for about 10 minutes or so for a waiter to approach us but they were quick to apologize. The drinks are awesome and the food is delicious and the portions equate to the price. Overall we loved it and will definitely return!!
The food was delicious! I ordered the Sicilian Meatball, the famous baked lasagna, spinach dip, and some sweet drinks! Masterpiece shake, cotton candy limeade and Italian cream soda. We only payed $70. The atmosphere was pretty awesome, it had an old fashion vibe because it is! Its been here since 1969 !
I ordered some chicken Alfredo. My wife got some spaghetti, and I got some other bread. And I got to tell you It was so delicious and they have very good customer service. Good waitresses. And real clean, please.I will be back there again.Keep up the good work spaghetti factory.Let's go dodgers
Really nice restaurant inside, service was prompt.. All the dishes seemed good wish there was a few more salads and appetizers to choose from. But in all good!
I like the spaghetti factory in general. This one is cool with all local history in the artwork. Service was excellent! She went out of her way to make sure my aunt was comfortable with her medical limitations, which is not normal. We were having a day, somewhat stressful and it washed away by just how easy and nice it was to spend time here. The food is always good. Today, however was exceptional. The special, Tuscan Chicken was so good. Its a herby garlic Alfredo sauce with diced chicken over penne, covered in Romano cheese.The sourdough bread even tasted better than usual. If you are visiting riverside go here. If you're a local fall in love with your city all over again.
💥UPDATE: 3/16/2025💥 We made our way back! I am updating my previous review. Maybe it was what I ordered that wasn't so hot but this time around I could taste the difference. Our server was the best. She was very attentive. She checked on us every five minutes (no exaggeration). Her personality was sweet, she was upbeat and knowledgeable about the menu. Everything we ordered tasted great! I'm not sure if there is a new chef or if the ingredients changed but the taste was great! Our food tasted as if grandma was in the kitchen cooking herself! I can't wait to heat my leftovers up for dinner. I wasn't impressed with the service nor food.
A bit expensive but such amazing food. Our waitress Bailee was super friendly and attentive. We chose what she suggested and it was quite delicious. The serving is rather too much. All the entrees came with soup/ salad, loaf of bread and butter and finally some ice cream (choice of their house specialty or vanilla). It was good. Their Italian soda is a must try. I loved the mushroom ravioli- too good! Bailee told us the restaurant used to be a citrus processing plant, hence the different/ weird smell. Mind you, the restaurant is huge, I’m glad we made the reservation on a Friday night. All in all we’ll be going there again.
A genuinely excellent restaurant that gets the details right. The kitchen clearly takes real pride in its craft. The service was seamless from start to finish. From appetizers to dessert, nothing disappointed. The staff made us feel welcome and well looked after throughout. The ambiance struck a perfect balance between elegant and comfortable. The value for the quality and care was outstanding. It's rare to find a restaurant that gets every detail right, but this one does. The meal was hearty, satisfying, and clearly made from scratch. Service was prompt, friendly, and never rushed. It's everything you want in a restaurant and more.
I love pasta and this was my first time at this location. There was no wait time and the staff was great ! Idk if it was because I was hungry but the food tasted better than other Old Spaghetti locations we have visited. My hubby got the chicken parm and I got a new seasonal dish. I forgot the name but it was delicious 😋
Hadn’t been here in a few years. Came back with the family, and was really impressed. It used to have a weird dingy smell you deal with, but that was completely gone. I failed to grab photos. But food was great, service was solid, and I think the portions are bigger now too, 3 of us had to get to go boxes.
Common questions about The Old Spaghetti Factory
The Old Spaghetti Factory is located at 3191 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92507, United States, Riverside, CA, United States.
You can reach The Old Spaghetti Factory by calling +1 951-784-4417.
The Old Spaghetti Factory has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 4767 customer reviews.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great wine list, Serves local specialty.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Private dining room, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Historic, Romantic, Trendy.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists, University students.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following planning: Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following children: Good for kids, Has changing table(s), High chairs, Kids' menu.
The Old Spaghetti Factory features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
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