Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Inland Empire

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Dapper Dine & Lounge

4.8

4.8 (156)

$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.

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Joshua

Dined 1 day ago

Great food, service was excellent. Will definitely return and recommend to family and friends

Canyon Lake Country Club Bar & Grill

4.8

4.8 (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.

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Liz

Dined on May 9, 2025

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

Tartan Of Redlands

4.8

4.8 (856)

$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.

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Janice

Dined 3 days ago

This is the steakhouse of your childhood, but better! The food was delicious and the service was superb! We will be back soon!

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Popular dish

Tartan Special

Magic Lamp Inn

4.7

4.7 (241)

$31 to $50

American

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

A sophisticated, high-end steakhouse situated on Route 66, renowned for its exquisite cuisine, timeless decor, and unparalleled customer service

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Denise

Dined 4 days ago

Went for our Anniversary & it was delicious. The service was excellent

The State - Redlands

4.7

4.7 (263)

$30 and under

American

Redlands

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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Jeffrey

Dined on Jul 21, 2025

Rebecca was our waitress and she was amazing one of the best wait staff members I have ever encountered there.

The State - Rancho Cucamonga

4.5

4.5 (380)

$30 and under

American

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

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Eddie

Dined 4 days ago

Everyone was great. My guest from out of state had a great experience.

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Popular dish

Fried Brussels Sprouts

Popular dish

Crème Brûlée

Paul Martin's American Grill - Rancho Cucamonga

4.6

4.6 (2872)

$30 and under

American

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

*Parties of 7+ must call to make a reservation.*

Relish a hand-cut filet mignon or signature “brick” chicken, or the sustainable seafood in our fish tacos, all masterfully seared over a live fire mesquite grill at Paul Martin’s American Grill. Located in the Victoria Gardens shopping center in Rancho Cucamonga, our menu features classic American cuisine made from the highest quality ingredients. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or hosting a business lunch, our restaurant is the ideal place to impress or decompress.

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FranciscoVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Paul Martins is a great place to have dinner. The food was delicious, and everybody was having a great time. The whole restaurant was jumping. All of the food tasted amazing and was high Quality.

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The State - Riverside

4.4

4.4 (93)

$30 and under

American

Riverside

About the restaurant

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Mariam

Dined on Jul 21, 2025

Shrimp tacos had a nice kick; good cocktails. Emma, our waitress/server, was excellent and went out of her way to assist us in our selections.

Rainforest Cafe - Ontario Mills

4.4

4.4 (692)

$30 and under

American

Ontario

About the restaurant

You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert.
Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village.
CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

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Sean

Dined on Jul 8, 2025

We had a great time at Rainforest Cafe! The atmosphere is so fun and immersive, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. I had the Korean lettuce wraps and the steak and shrimp combo, paired with a Lagunitas IPA—everything was delicious. My wife had the Island Sampler and really enjoyed it as well. Overall, a fun experience with good food and a unique setting. We’d definitely come back!

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Chino Hills

4.3

4.3 (63)

$30 and under

American

Chino Hills

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Rosario

Dined 3 days ago

Experience was good. Excellent service from all staff.

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