Mandi Xpress Yemeni Restaurant and Coffee
3940 University Ave, Riverside, CA
Crema's Take
“This Riverside gem specializes in authentic Yemeni cuisine with a 4.9-star reputation that's earned through generously portioned dishes bursting with complex spice and freshness—reviewers rave about the deeply flavorful rice with subtle citrus notes and call it genuinely the best Yemeni food in the country. The space invites you to linger over coffee and conversation, whether you're catching up with friends or diving into their organic, extra virgin olive oil-based buffet offerings that feel both comforting and refined. It's the kind of place where the care in sourcing ingredients and the warmth of service match the vibrancy of every bite.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
Food was delicious and portions are very generous. I had a little mishap bc the cashier told me the harada of fahsah was beef and not lamb. I normally cannot eat lamb bc it’s too gamey for me, but this dish was not gamey somehow! The bread that comes with it is hugeee and…
Mandi Xpress was very delicious and the portions were well sized. We went during Ramadan on a Saturday, and the buffet was $30.00 per person. The food itself was flavorful, fresh, and there was a good variety of dishes to choose from. The rice and meat were especially well…
Amazing food and service. Can't wait to come back! Will be back next time we go to K1 Circuit from LA. Highly recommend! Also, manager mentioned everything is organic and they only use extra virgin olive oil. 5 stars!!!!! 🤩
THIS PLACE IS so so yummy! My boyfriend and I stopped by after seeing the amazing reviews and every dish was so beautifully rich and flavorful. The rice is so deep and a slight citrus taste! The chicken and beef dishes were both so tender and delicious! The Naan bread was…
I don’t throw this term around lightly, this is the best Yemeni food you are ever going to have. I’ve had a lot of Yemeni food across the country and none come close to Mandi Xpress in Riverside. The lamb and chicken mandi (huge piece of perfectly cooked lamb, half a juicy…
Crema Reviews
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