The Inland Empire Restaurants

Downtown Riverside is home to a few ambitious restaurants, along with the familiar chains. The college town of Claremont has creative contemporary and ethnic fare. Innovative cuisine has become the norm in Temecula, especially at winery restaurants, some of whose chefs specialize in farm-to-table cuisine. The options are more limited in the smaller mountain communities; typically, each town supports a single upscale restaurant, along with fast-food outlets, steak-and-potatoes family spots, and perhaps an Italian or Mexican eatery. Universally, dining out is casual.

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  • 1. Tutti Mangia Italian Chophouse

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    A favorite of college students and their visiting parents, this storefront dining room has a warm and cozy feel and menu choices that include long-bone pork chops, osso buco, and pan-roasted salmon with blood-orange rosemary sauce. Bruschetta, fried calamari, truffle arancini, and other small plates, some seasonal, always entice.

    102 Harvard Ave., Claremont, California, 91711, USA
    909-625–4669

    Known For

    • Wide selection of first and second courses and sides
    • Martini and wine bar happy hour except Saturday
    • Heart-healthy, low-calorie menu items

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.; no lunch, Reservations essential
  • 2. Mario's Place

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    The clientele is as beautiful as the food at this intimate jazz and supper club across the street from the Mission Inn. The northern Italian cuisine is first-rate—try the penne rigate with oxtail ragù followed by the orange blossom–water panna cotta for dessert. On the last weekend of the month, jazz groups play on Friday and Saturday night.

    3646 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside, California, 92501, USA
    951-684–7755

    Known For

    • Classy setting
    • Live jazz last Friday and Saturday of the month
    • First-rate northern Italian cuisine

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch. Closed Sun. and Mon., Reservations essential
  • 3. Vince's Spaghetti Route 66

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    A swooping yellow neon arrow points the way to this boisterous family eatery, open since 1945. The restaurant has been in the same location since 1984, and claims to serve more than 25,000 miles of spaghetti every year. The menu is limited, but the execution is reliable. The penne-like mostaccioli with meat sauce and the meatball sandwiches are excellent choices. Gluten-free pasta and bread are also available.

    8241 Foothill Blvd., Rancho Cucamonga, California, 91730, USA
    909-981–1003

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch Sat., Credit cards accepted, Reservations not accepted
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