Best Lunch & Dinner Sides in Riverside, IL
The 10 top-rated lunch & dinner sides in Riverside, IL, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is jibaritos at Cubanito Express (3222 S Harlem Ave), with a flavor score of 92 out of 100 from 54 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
- Ranked #1At Cubanito Express3222 S Harlem Ave
Jibaritos feature tender, juicy lechon with Swiss cheese and grilled onions, all served on crispy fried plantains.
- Ranked #2At Sawmilly Sandwich Shoppe35 E Burlington St
- Ranked #3At Sawmilly Sandwich Shoppe35 E Burlington St
- Ranked #4At White Fence Farm3704 S Harlem Ave
- Ranked #5At Cubanito Express3222 S Harlem Ave
Yuca frita is praised for its robust seasoning and delicious flavor, making it a standout side dish.
- Ranked #6At Cubanito Express3222 S Harlem Ave
- Ranked #7At White Fence Farm3704 S Harlem Ave
Fries are crunchy and well-seasoned, but some find them average or frozen, overshadowed by the standout corn fritters.
- Ranked #8At The Chew Chew33 E Burlington St
Fries frequently arrive cold or overly salted, detracting from the overall dining experience despite some positive mentions of crispiness.
- Ranked #9At The Chew Chew33 E Burlington St
Mashed potatoes often taste like boxed mixes, lack seasoning, and are served in disappointingly small portions.
- Ranked #10At Michael’s Pancake House Riverside23 E Burlington St