Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Inland Empire

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Canyon Lake Country Club Bar & Grill

4.9

4.9 (121)

$30 and under

American

Lake Elsinore

About the restaurant

Overlooking Canyon Lake's beautiful golf course, the Country Club Bar & Grill is a laid-back, casual atmosphere restaurant that is open to the public. The restaurant offers a casual menu that integrates nicely with the leisure of a golf course with daily specials and happy hour all through the week. Our outdoor patio overlooks the beautiful golf course and features fire pits and lounge areas to relax and enjoy bites and drinks with friends and family. We are located in Canyon Lake, California, and service the nearby areas of Menifee, Lake Elsinore, Wildomar, Sun City, Murrieta, and Temecula.

Top review

Liz

Dined on May 9, 2025

Trivia Night at the Country Club. Good time had by all. Friendly but competitive

King's Fish House - Rancho Cucamonga

4.8

4.8 (3176)

$30 and under

Seafood

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

Established in 2005, King’s Fish House is Rancho Cucamonga’s choice for seafood. Located in Victoria Gardens, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.

We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.

Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.

Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.

Top review

Angelo

Dined 1 day ago

Great service and the food and drinks were wonderful

Tartan Of Redlands

4.8

4.8 (835)

$30 and under

American

Redlands

About the restaurant

The Tartan of Redlands is a family owned establishment that has been bringing friendly service and quality meals to the community for over fifty five years. For lunch or dinner we believe in eating, drinking and being happy. Sandwiches such as the hot pastrami and tuna melt on a variety of fresh breads are available for lunch, fresh soup is made daily and of course you cannot go wrong with the delicious Tartan Burger, a local favorite. For dinner enjoy a great steak, salmon, baby back ribs and more. We also have a full bar featuring dozens, if not hundreds, of great drinks. Please follow us on FB and IG for up to date specials and events as well as updates on indoor dine in service, patio dining and takeout specials.

Top review

Michelle

Dined 1 day ago

Great time on the patio! Live music with dinner is the best. Was busy but the servers were amazing.

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Popular dish

Tartan Special

Dapper Dine & Lounge

4.8

4.8 (104)

$30 and under

American

Riverside

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of Riverside, CA, Dapper Dine & Lounge exudes warmth and welcomes guests with open arms. With its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and a menu bursting with mouthwatering dishes, it's the perfect place to unwind and savor a delightful meal. Our diverse menu caters to every palate, whether you're looking for a leisurely dinner with loved ones, a quick lunch catch-up with friends, or a solo meal at the bar. Dapper Dine & Lounge offers a relaxed setting where laughter flows as freely as the conversation. Come as you are, and leave with a satisfied heart, a full stomach, and a smile.

Top review

NatalieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Love Dappers. We go often and love the food and staff.

Caprice

4.5

4.5 (815)

$31 to $50

Californian

Redlands

About the restaurant

Winner of Wine Spectator's Excellence award, Caprice Café is an urban eatery that serves classic American cuisine. Its large menu features fresh grilled seafood dishes, salads, pastas and steaks. The restaurant also offers freshly baked pizzas. Treat yourself to a delicious dinner of pasta served with grilled salmon, mushrooms and asparagus or enjoy fresh Australian lamb chops right off the grill. Situated in the center of downtown Redlands, across from Ed Hales Park, Caprice Café offers an impressive wine selection that includes over 420 bottles of wine carefully collected from vineyards across three continents. Enjoy an intimate dinner indoors under living fiddle leaf fig trees, or opt for Caprice Café's outdoor covered patio with its airy ambiance and view.

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Dennis

Dined 1 day ago

Great food, great wines, and is always a great place for special occasions.

The State - Rancho Cucamonga

4.5

4.5 (373)

$30 and under

American

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

The State restaurant is a casual & comfortable dining experience you can enjoy your favorite foods, small batch whiskeys, craft cocktails & beers with friends & family. The joint venture began with Southern California natives that pooled their collective life savings and began work on their dream concept: The name pays homage to the restaurant’s first location on State Street in historic downtown Redlands.

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Rosetta

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

Went for lunch and enjoyed the food and ambiance.

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Popular dish

Fried Brussels Sprouts

Popular dish

Crème Brûlée

Mission Inn Restaurant

4.3

4.3 (5731)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Riverside

About the restaurant

Treat your guests to the fascinating state-of-the-art display kitchen and culinary perfection of the signature comfort foods at the Mission Inn Restaurant. Host your next event indoors or beneath the stars on the beautiful outdoor Spanish Patio.

Top review

Cindy

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

The Mission Inn Restaurant is a can’t miss. The patio is stunning, the service is attentive without being intrusive, and the food is outstanding. Treat yourself!

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Garlic Shrimp Linguini

June's

4.3

4.3 (41)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Norco

About the restaurant

A neighborhood bar & restaurant in Eastvale, CA on the rooftop of Staybridge Suites.

June's is a love letter to California, a celebration of the bounty of the golden state. Our rooftop oasis boasts sweeping views of the San Bernardino mountains - the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a beautiful sunset.

We've forged partnerships with local farmers to bring you the freshest produce available each season. Our menu features Mediterranean inspired dishes and handmade pastas, all designed to be shared family-style. We're making everything right here - including our bread, our butter, even our hot sauce!

Our curated wine list features exclusively California-produced natural wines, our beers are sourced locally, and we craft our cocktails to showcase small-batch liquors and handmade syrups. Come try them out!

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Carmela

Dined 7 days ago

It was a windy evening for a birthday dinner but the server was nice to offer blankets until someone could set up the patio heater next to our table. The foccacia bread and drinks were delicious. The menu is pricey but the food choices are wide. We had some cocktails where maybe 2 of them were just ok (fizzy rainbow and juice box) the honeymooner and lucky draw were good! They gave a complimentary cookie ice cream with a candle for the bday girl. Still with tip it came out to almost $250 for 4 people. The ambience is definitely worth it and the bathroom is gender neutral and a little LA vibe which doesn’t really fit the decor, but it’s clean.

Las Campanas

4.2

4.2 (3689)

$30 and under

Mexican

Riverside

About the restaurant

Come taste the excitement of Las Campanas and enjoy out signature margaritas. Serving authentic Mexican cuisine creatively prepared using the freshest herbs and ingredients, the restaurant offers casual outdoor dining for lunch and dinner Monday – Sunday.

Relax in our beautifully landscaped outdoor garden and enjoy our signature margaritas.

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Brady

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent experience! Great service and ambiance. Will definitely be back.

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Popular dish

Enchiladas with Chicken

Popular dish

Taco Salad

Palenque Kitchen - Riverside

3.8

3.8 (422)

$30 and under

Mexican

Riverside

About the restaurant

Right in the midst of downtown Riverside, California, is Palenque Kitchen. It is said to have the best Mexican in downtown Riverside. The funky atmosphere features colored lighting, lounge areas and some Mexican art. The private dining area is also ideal to book your celebration or event. The hip and fun staff will help you choose from all the amazing dishes on offer.

Palenque Kitchen serves up authentic regional Mexican cuisine but with a modern twist. Start with one of handcrafted margaritas we offer or a beer if liquor is not your preference. Our Ceviche baja style is the perfect starter to share with the group. Fish tacos, carnitas and carne asada and El Patron our signature dish, are just feature some of the many amazing entree options. Top off your meal with our Palenque Cake or some authentic churros.

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Gerardo

Dined on May 3, 2025

The food was very good, and the portions were generous. A bit pricey, especially for the add-ons, but overall a good experience.

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