Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Inland Empire

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Panda Inn - Ontario

4.8

4.8 (158)

$30 and under

Chinese

Ontario

About the restaurant

Panda Inn began with a vision to create timeless Mandarin and Szechwan dishes with an innovative style. At Panda Inn, the variety of delicious entrees celebrates remarkable history and the authentic taste of China's regional flavors. Panda Inn continues to carry on that tradition by practicing the Chinese art of balancing taste and textures that will delight the senses. In addition to the delectable Chinese cuisines, our restaurants offer a fine selection of wines, beers and an exotic blend of signature cocktails. Panda Inn in Ontario also features banquet facilities and private catering services which is available for special events or large parties. Taste traditional and award-winning recipes that blend amazing flavors into an unforgettable dining experience. Panda Inn - Experience the Art of Chinese Dining.

Top review

Eliza

Dined 5 days ago

Their excellent food is complimemted by top notch service, making for an unforgettable experience!

Spaggi's

4.8

4.8 (1344)

$50 and over

Italian

Upland

About the restaurant

Everyday at Spaggi"s is a new culinary experience, where Executive Chef and Owner Henry Gonzalez dishes up delightful, surprising and delicious Italian Cuisine, also offering a wide range of Steaks and Seafood. "Just like people, food should be beautiful from the inside out." he says. The result is Spaggi's award-winning menu that bring customers from all over Southern California coming back for more.
Offering dining in our main dining room, we also have two private rooms , for 20 or 30 or two rooms combined for a maximum of 50. For information about private party dining please call Ana Gonzalez directly 909-223-7985
We also offer outdoor dining. Reservation are recommended

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Mayra

Dined 1 day ago

My husband and I went to celebrate his birthday. The service was fantastic, and the food was amazing.

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Popular dish

Chilean Sea Bass

Canyons Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (530)

$50 and over

Californian

Hemet

About the restaurant

Let Canyons take you to the cutting edge of fine dining. Featuring only the best ingredients, the Canyons menu offers savory appetizers, creative entrées, fresh seafood, decadent desserts and an exquisite selection of wine.

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Julio

Dined 5 days ago

The service was memorable, David our server and Megan her assistant were excellent. They made us feel special and we felt their connection with us was genuine. The food was cooked to my liking, thank you chef, I do not know the name. We savored and enjoyed the sea bass and salmon with a Pinot Grigio wine. Lexter was very attentive and checked on us. Very good experience over all. I would definitely come back. Thank you!

Diane’s Saddleback Grill

4.7

4.7 (168)

$30 and under

American

Lake Arrowhead

About the restaurant

Diane’s Saddleback Grill features a full-service restaurant and bar and also hosts business meetings, weddings and other functions. The conference facility can accommodate up to 50 people and the outdoor gazebo is a pleasant alternative for meeting, wedding or party accommodations. Visit Lake Arrowhead’s finest dining restaurant, Diane’s Saddleback Grill — The featured restaurant on www.LakeArrowhead.com, Diane’s is the Lake Arrowhead critic’s choice and a favorite of guests, and particularly locals. The food is delicious and Diane’s is always busy, so reservations are highly recommended.

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Lisa

Dined on Sep 4, 2024

We arrived early and got to enjoy the last half hour of Happy Hour, which we were not expecting. The cocktails were delicious and the bar man skilled and welcoming. We then went and sat in the main restaurant for food. We had eaten here previously and had had a good meal but this time we came for the much talked about Tuesday night Fish and Chips. We are from the Uk so our expectations were high….we were not disappointed and have to say they are the best fish and chips we have eaten in a very long time! Also the Bread and Butter pudding was delicious Our server was great, and attentive and there is no doubt we will be back.

Canyon Lake Country Club Bar & Grill

4.7

4.7 (106)

$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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Angela

Dined 1 day ago

We love this Place great Service good Food and excellent Service

Veuve Noire

4.7

4.7 (177)

$30 and under

Speakeasy

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 8, 2024

Aurthor was my waiter and such a gentleman! He made the experience more enjoyable and even brought out a treat for my birthday. It was a great first experience and I would definitely come back again with my friends. Lastly, he was able to get my friend a vegan friendly meal which I thought was kind.

THE CUT Modern American Eatery & Bar

4.5

4.5 (23)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

OUR MISSION: ELEVATE THE DINING EXPERIENCE
Through focus on:
Quality - Prime grade, grass fed, beef hormone and antibiotic free, humanely raised chicken & pork products.
Freshness - Locally sourced, prepared from scratch in house recipes without use of additives or preservatives.
Tradition - Artisanal culinary techniques.
We believe that dining is more than just eating. While exemplifying the true spirit of hospitality,
in a sophisticated, yet casual, atmosphere, we strive to create a unique dining experience that honors culinary
heritage while creating something new, exciting, and delicious.

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Sonya

Dined on Aug 18, 2024

As always great food and service. The owner Steve was rounding on all the tables, bussing food and ensuring quality.

Claim Jumper - San Bernardino

4.3

4.3 (349)

$30 and under

American

San Bernardino

About the restaurant

Our friendly environment is ideal for celebrating special occasions, hosting a business lunch or gathering for a delicious meal with friends and family. Our saloons are a comfortable gathering place to relax after a day at work, to catch a game or share an appetizer with friends. The saloon menu features signature cocktails, chilled martinis, premium and ultra-premium spirits, specialty non-alcoholic beverages, an extensive wine list, and imported and American craft beers including Claim Jumper’s own Honey Blonde, Original Red Ale and IPA. In addition to the saloon menu Claim Jumper offers a Steakhouse menu which includes USDA Prime steaks and premium house made shareable sides. Open daily for lunch and dinner, Claim Jumper offers a selection of freshly prepared items using only the finest ingredients available. Favorites include Certified Angus Beef®, fresh fish, baby back pork ribs, fresh baked pot pie, specialty salads, pasta, sandwiches, burgers and more.

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Terri

Dined 5 days ago

I enjoyed my meal. Looking around looks like windows need cleaning and maybe be a little cleaner inside. Meals kinda pricey. But good deals on Happy hour items. I will come back.

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Experience

Happy Hour: Sun-Fri 3pm-Close & Saturday 3-7pm

Experience

Birthday Celebration

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Chino Hills

4.2

4.2 (44)

$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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Carolyn

Dined on Aug 15, 2024

Great food, service and ambiance. Always something on the menu to satisfy everyone.

Black Antler Book Club

4.2

4.2 (77)

$30 and under

Speakeasy

Redlands

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Robert

Dined on Aug 18, 2024

Overall a great experience, intimate setting. I would like to see higher end liquors and staff dressed more appropriately for a secluded location. It’s all about presentation and the experience.

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