Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Inland Empire

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Inland Empire? 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!

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.

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Liz

Dined on May 9, 2025

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

Veuve Noire

4.9

4.9 (211)

$30 and under

Speakeasy

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Esteban

Dined 2 days ago

Great experience. The vn is a hidden gem that should be respected and enjoyed by those who know about it and want noble-able person to enjoy as well.

Pizzaioli

4.8

4.8 (292)

$31 to $50

Italian

Chino

About the restaurant

Pizzaioli is a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been serving the community since 1995. Specializing in modern Italian cuisine with an American twist, it offers a casual yet elegant ambiance. Known for its high-quality ingredients and extensive wine list, Pizzaioli also features a full bar and a variety of local and international beers. Every dish is made fresh to order using family recipes passed down through generations. The restaurant sources only the finest ingredients, including local cage-free eggs, grass-fed butter, non-GMO produce, and all-natural, certified pasture-raised chicken. They also serve USDA Prime Certified Midwestern Beef, aged 28 days, for optimal flavor and tenderness. Fresh seafood is delivered daily and responsibly sourced whenever possible. Pizzaioli's dedication to quality and personalized service has earned it a loyal following and numerous local awards. The team is grateful for its patrons' support and looks forward to serving them for years.

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Nancy

Dined 6 days ago

For 30 years, this has been our local favorite and will continue to be for us. This is where we have celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, and great moments in between. It is always great a great dining experience in food and service.

KUWADA Sushi

4.7

4.7 (299)

$50 and over

Sushi

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

At KUWADA Sushi, we invite you to embark on a delectable journey through the world of sushi. Nestled in the heart of Rancho Cucamonga, our restaurant at 12780 Foothill Blvd, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739, is your destination for exquisite sushi creations that tantalize the taste buds.

Our commitment to culinary craftsmanship and fresh, high-quality ingredients ensures each bite is a delightful experience. Whether you're a sushi connoisseur or a newcomer to this culinary art, our diverse menu has something for everyone.

Come join us for an unforgettable dining experience, where each visit is a celebration of flavors, textures, and traditions. We look forward to serving you soon at KUWADA Sushi!

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LizVIP

Dined on Jun 8, 2025

Always an amazing experience and delicious food. Jojo is great and always makes us feel welcomed.

THE CUT Modern American Eatery & Bar

4.7

4.7 (76)

$31 to $50

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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Joycelin

Dined 7 days ago

Food was delicious and our server was kind and attentive

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4.6

4.6 (267)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Chino Hills

About the restaurant

The Gem of Chino Valley

Hearty and rustic seasonal dishes, exceptional hand crafted wines by Argonza Cellars, distinctive cocktails

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Jenny

Dined 7 days ago

The food and our waitress was excellent! We had: The Torii gimlet, excellent (want to go back just for that) Honey blonde beer (my husband liked that) Vintner's reserve Bordeaux (very good and smooth) Croquettes, very good, fun to try Herbed Cesar salad, which was very tasty, (not your usual Cesar, worth a try) the bourbon salmon which was excellent, (Need to go back for that again) The only downside for us was we were seated next to the bathroom when it looked like there was other seating available through our time and we had made a reservation. We didn't care for the loud music at the dinner hour, it made it hard to talk. Otherwise we enjoyed our food and drinks very much and would go again.

Rainforest Cafe - Ontario Mills

4.5

4.5 (689)

$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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KianaVIP

Dined on Jun 13, 2025

Great food and the BEST service, Steve is the best of the best!

Kalaveras - Corona

4.5

4.5 (109)

$30 and under

Mexican

Corona

About the restaurant

Kalaveras is a celebration rooted in great respect for the Mexican traditions of the Day of the Dead. We pay tribute to the great Mexican personalities in art, cinema, music, and history.

We have a deep passion for Mexican foods and drinks, which is reflected in our modern Mexican menu. We showcase many traditional Mexican dishes such as our mother watering Molcajete, our housemade salsas, and our delicious Enchiladas de Cameron. From tender barbacoa to roasted pork belly, our cooks are masters in the art of braising.

Not only do we offer great tasting Mexican dishes, but also carry over 100 different spirits handcrafted with the freshest ingredients and all natural purees, our specialty cocktails are like no other. Try our most popular Chamoyada Margarita to our deliciously refreshing Mezcal Mule, these drinks will show you what Kalaveras is all about.

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Cynthia

Dined 7 days ago

We had an amazing time at Kalaveras for a Father’s Day lunch. Servers were attentive and the food was excellent. Love coming here for food and drinks- also the prices are reasonable!

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Chino Hills

4.4

4.4 (60)

$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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LouisVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Great place with delicious food at reasonable prices

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Corona

4.3

4.3 (75)

$30 and under

American

Corona

About the restaurant

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