The original mall had a Southern California feel, with terra cotta tile, red brick, and skylights.

From 2005 through 2008, The Shops at Riverside added 248,000 square feet (23,000 m2) of retail and dining space, including 30 new stores and three restaurants.

In December 2014, Saks closed its Shops at Riverside location, freeing up more than 100,000 square feet (9,300 m2) of space that the company had occupied since 1977.

[12] The third phase will include a new mall entrance with valet parking, a luxury lounge, and a coat check and personal shopping service.

[16] During the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, then Governor, Chris Christie ordered a suspension for a Sunday, everything to open, but went back a week later.