Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in San Gabriel Valley

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in San Gabriel Valley? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Asayoru Maid Cafe

4.9

4.9 (23)

$31 to $50

Creative Japanese

Monterey Park

About the restaurant

Asayoru Maid Cafe is LA’s permanent brick and mortar maid cafe! Here, at Asayoru, you can…
⭐️Experience high energy performances!
⭐️Meet charming and talented maids!
⭐️Enjoy magical-tasting comfort foods!
Be part of the moe moe magic!
Welcome home, Masters and Princesses! ♡

Top review

Christina

Dined on May 11, 2025

I love this place. Their burger is delicious and the omurice is so fluffy now compared to when they were in Arcadia and soft opening!!

Tutti Mangia

4.8

4.8 (2095)

$31 to $50

Italian

Claremont

About the restaurant

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.

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Vanessa

Dined on May 10, 2025

Food was amazing as always. We had a great server and she recommended some really good drinks.

Campsite Brewing Company

4.8

4.8 (33)

$30 and under

Brewery

Covina

About the restaurant

Campsite Brewing Company is a gathering place for everyone who loves craft beer as much as they love the great outdoors. Enjoy handcrafted fresh beer and camping inspired gastropub foods around an outdoor campfire or in our renovated 100-year-old citrus packing house.

AS COMFORTABLE AS YOUR FAVORITE CAMPGROUND.

With 24 brews on tap, plenty of house-made non-alcoholic options, and a full menu of next-level camping cuisine, we’ve got something to keep every camper happy.

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Andres

Dined on May 17, 2025

Love campsite! Always a good time and amazing service

Bistro Na’s

4.7

4.7 (227)

$31 to $50

Asian

San Gabriel

About the restaurant

A Chinese Fine Dining culinary journey
Enclosed within the dwellings of a formal Chinese courtyard with its surroundings meticulously harmonized with opulent bamboo trim and high-hanging soft lights, diners at Bistro Na’s will find themselves ventured through time back to the last imperial dynasty of China while enjoying full tranquility under the ritualistic environment. In Bistro Na’s, diners will embark on a stunning journey to the heart of Imperial Chinese culinary experience.

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TiffanyVIP

Dined on May 10, 2025

Great food, everything that we had was excellent! No complaint whatsoever

Gus's BBQ - Claremont

4.6

4.6 (849)

$30 and under

Barbecue

Claremont

About the restaurant

Since 1946, Gus’s has been serving true Southern hospitality and some of the best real pit BBQ around. Housed in the iconic Claremont Packing House, Gus’s is a tribute to Southern life, where family, tradition and celebration are of the utmost importance. A menu filled with traditional Southern cooking is complemented by an impressive range of whiskies, wines, cocktails and local craft beers. Today, Gus’s is a space for a warm welcome, a cold mint julep, and a big plate of the best flavors from the American South and Midwest.

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Jessie

Dined on May 18, 2025

Outstanding! In everyway….. Food was some of the best BBQ I’ve ever had Service was outstanding…. Food was brought out quickly and every dish looked amazing. Our server was incredibly attentive and friendly, ensuring that we all had what we needed and our drinks were refilled. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and made some excellent recommendations that we really enjoyed. One detail (among many others) that stood out to me right away was the quality and presentation of thier kids menu items. Gus’s BBQ is a place that makes you want to come back again and again. In fact we enjoyed it so much that we reserved a table for breakfast tomorrow. If you haven’t been to Gus’s BBQ I would encourage you to put it on the “bucket list”

Pomona Valley Mining Company

4.5

4.5 (3029)

$50 and over

American

San Dimas / La Verne

About the restaurant

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.

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jodi

Dined on May 24, 2025

Great views and awesome food! Recommend the steaks…so mouth watering and perfect! Great service and great cocktails

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Slow Roasted Prime Rib

Vaca Brunch & Beyond

4.5

4.5 (9)

$30 and under

Breakfast

Baldwin Park

About the restaurant

Welcome to Vaca Brunch & Beyond, where we bring the vibrant flavors of Mexico to your breakfast and brunch table. Our journey began with a passion for authentic Mexican cuisine and a desire to create a unique dining experience that goes beyond the ordinary. Nestled in the heart of Baldwin Park, California, our restaurant is a haven for food enthusiasts seeking delicious, wholesome meals in a welcoming atmosphere.

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Roger

Dined on Apr 23, 2025

Best brunch ive ever been too. Best food. Best service. Great time there. Great prices. Forsure will be back!

Coco Palm

4.4

4.4 (2018)

$30 and under

Latin American

Pomona

About the restaurant

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.

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Terri

Dined today

Coco Palms helped make our 24th anniversary a memorable event. Restaurant is beautifully lit with breathtaking views. Dinner was phenomenal and we couldn’t have asked for better service! Geneva was so kind and made us feel welcomed. Our dinner was exceptional! If you haven’t tried the oxtail then you’re missing out. Meat was cooked perfectly in a delicious sauce complimented with a side of rice. Chocolate lava cake is delicious!!

Benihana - Santa Anita, CA

4.3

4.3 (2845)

$30 and under

Japanese

Arcadia

About the restaurant

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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Judith

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

Every time we get chef Chris we have a great time and he’s always spot on with the food. We always enjoy going to this location, besides the struggle of parking on weekends.

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Gaucho Grill - West Covina

4.2

4.2 (200)

$30 and under

Argentinean

Covina

About the restaurant

We host a celebration of contemporary Argentine cuisine and the tradition, values, and culture of the Gaucho lifestyle. We take pride in providing our guests with an authentic experience in a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for social and business lunches, entertaining dinners, and fun celebrations. Established in 2016. Gaucho Grill USA began its operation in Hollywood, CA in the early 1990's. The earliest restaurants practiced traditional Argentine cuisine and have been quite successful as a result. The newest location in Downey, CA unveils a new, contemporary approach to fine Argentine steaks, cuisine, and libations. Gaucho Grill Argentine Steakhouse in Downey has a fully-operating bar and nightlife which perfectly complements the already fervent environment within its walls.

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Joe

Dined on May 18, 2025

The staff was very good during our family visit. The food was good. The overall experience was 5 stars.

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