Best Fun Restaurants in San Dimas / La Verne

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1. Pomona Valley Mining Company

4.3

Awesome(3018)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • San Dimas / La Verne

Booked 60 times today

The Pomona Valley Mining Co. is a traditional American Steakhouse that provides Guests with an exciting and tranquil night out inside of a faithfully recreated Gold Rush Era mining mill. We serve quality, aged-beef, tender poultry and fresh seafood alongside hearty soups, seasonal produce and rich desserts. The Saloon, the Mining Co.'s cocktail lounge, turns out thoughtfully crafted cocktails as well as Prohibition Era classics with an impressive whiskey selection to help you discover your next favorite. With a view unlike any other in the Pomona Valley, we promise your journey "Up The Hill" will result in a night of relaxation and fun you'll never forget.

2. Tutti Mangia

4.7

Exceptional(2104)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Claremont

Booked 12 times today

Tutti Mangia serves authentic regional Italian fare for the discerning diner, specializing in certified U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, chops, fresh seafood and fine wines, all in an exquisite cosmopolitan ambiance.

3. Coco Palm

4.4

Awesome(2013)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Pomona

Booked 44 times today

Havana meets Madrid at Coco Palm, the beautiful hilltop restaurant overlooking the San Gabriel Valley. Begin your evening with a Mojito or Sangria in the lounge, and then enjoy dinner while listening to our house music in the elegant restaurant, specializing in traditional Spanish and Cuban cuisine. Don't miss the Paella Valencia or the House Steak, a 55oz bone-in ribeye chop for sharing. A variety of fresh seafood is available daily from broiled lobster, fresh salmon and Sea Bass in our mango-miso sauce. On Sunday we offer a wonderful mix of brunch items from our a la carte brunch menu. Valet Parking is mandatory on most days and nights. Obligatory valet service fee is $8 per vehicle.

4. McKinley's Grille

4.1

Excellent(165)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Pomona

Booked 2 times today

Join us at McKinley’s Grille where we take fresh to a whole new level! With our own onsite 5-acre organic farm at the adjacent Fairplex Complex, we truly offer the freshest fruits and vegetables to every guest that dines. Our talented culinary team heads to the farm daily to harvest flavorful and inspiring ingredients. At McKinley's Grille we source the finest corn-fed beef and hand-selected poultry and fish. To compliment our culinary delights, we offer a diverse wine list featuring medal winners from the Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition and several hand-crafted cocktails as well. Join us in our cozy dining room or enjoy the California sunshine on our outdoor patio complete with stone fireplace. Parking for restaurant guests is always complimentary. Whether you are looking for midweek break from cooking or celebrating a special occasion, we look forward to welcoming you!

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5. Gus's BBQ - Claremont

4.7

Exceptional(840)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Claremont

Booked 55 times today

Gus's BBQ in Claremont is a fun spot, known for its excellent service and mouth-watering Southern BBQ. Reviews rave about the 'fantastic food and service', 'great ambiance', and 'attentive staff'. The restaurant's 'expansive menu choices and sides' keep the customers coming back for more. It's the perfect place for family gatherings, catching up with friends or just enjoying a good meal.

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6. Buca di Beppo - Claremont

4.4

Awesome(1204)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Claremont

Booked 28 times today

Conveniently located near Claremont's Old School House Shopping Center, right off of Highway 66 and North Indian Hill Boulevard, is Claremont, CA residents' favorite Italian restaurant, Buca di Beppo! Serving authentic Italian food for lunch and dinner every day of the week, Buca is the best place in town to enjoy all of your favorite Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas. We're known for our plentiful family style portions but we're also known for our semi-private dining rooms and catering. If you have any upcoming special events, one of our semi-private dining rooms is a perfect choice to hold your celebration. If you need an event catered, we're the best in the business, with a variety of catering packages available to suit your needs. Come to your Claremont Buca today to enjoy a mouthwatering meal and discuss your reservation and catering options.

7. Casa Maguey

3.9

Excellent(161)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Claremont

Booked 7 times today

Casa Maguey is a fun place to be with its outdoor seating, live music and a vibrant atmosphere. People enjoy the creative margaritas and yummy appetizers. The service is friendly and they make sure you have a great time. As one review says, 'The ambiance is extremely loud but the food tasted great.'

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8. Restaurant at Kellogg Ranch

4.5

Awesome(514)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Pomona

Booked 3 times today

Overlooking the beautiful, rolling hills of Diamond Bar, the Restaurant at Kellogg Ranch at Cal Poly Pomona boasts one of the valley's most romantic & chic settings. The Restaurant at Kellogg Ranch is a student-operated restaurant, serving both lunch and dinner. The restaurant is part of the Hospitality Management curriculum at The Collins College of Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona. In the restaurant, students rotate weekly through various positions, including management, in order to learn all aspects of a hospitality operation. Some of the finest professionals in the industry facilitate student learning.

9. NIKU X

4.3

Awesome(369)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 71 times today

NIKU X offers 2 exclusive unlimited dining experiences that highlight Wagyu and Luxury Seafood, located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Our BBQ Dining features 2 different tiers of unlimited A5 wagyu to be grilled by guests as well as our Seafood Buffet, where families and friends can enjoy an interactive dining style. Our other experience features our 40oz Wagyu Tomahawk highlighted by our table side flame ritual. Here guests can enjoy an intimate atmosphere while still enjoying our Seafood buffet as well as our signature unlimited items.

10. Dunsmoor

4.9

Exceptional(999)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Eagle Rock

Booked 54 times today

Brian Dunsmoor’s namesake restaurant, Dunsmoor, is the latest iteration of his ongoing exploration of American heritage cooking. It is, first and foremost, a restaurant for the community that surrounds it, and a loving expression of the relentless research that has informed his cooking for the last ten years.We offer the full menu at tables in our dining room and at the chef's counter, as well as at our outdoor tables. Reservations are recommended but we make every effort to accommodate walk-ins when possible. Dunsmoor's wine bar, accessible either through the restaurant or via its own door on Ave 35, does not accept reservations and serves a limited menu of our raw and larder items.

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Lorane
Orange County •53 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had to go to Gus's since we ran out of their BBQ sauce. Always love the food
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Gus's BBQ - ClaremontPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Claremont
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4.7
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YuLin
San Antonio •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It is a great place to celebrate birthday. Food is excellent, staff is friendly and view is perfect.
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Pomona Valley Mining CompanyPrice: Very Expensive• American• San Dimas / La Verne
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4.3
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OpenTable DinerVIP
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had a wonderful anniversary dinner at Tutti Mangia. I really recommend their fish specials. I had halibut last night. That was amazing. Great wine great service.
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Tutti MangiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Claremont
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4.7
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BrianVIP
Los Angeles •35 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
What a hidden treasure! The restaurant is in the Sheraton Fairplex where we stayed. It is an incredible Farm to Table restaurant with organic items from their garden on the premises. We literally just ate every meal - breakfast and dinner - every day at the hotel. Their Patty Melt - a 10/10 - the best I've ever had. The breakfast menu was fabulous as well. Because it is just a "hotel restaurant", I probably would have not tried it, had I not been a hotel guest. But this place is WELL WORTH going to - even if you are not a hotel guest. For organic farm to table items, it is absolutely fabulous.
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McKinley's GrillePrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Pomona
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4.1
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
The service great and food delicious I will come back for sure
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Coco PalmPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Pomona
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4.4

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