Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Inland Empire

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants 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!

Spaggi's

4.9

4.9 (1387)

$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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MaryVIP

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

Outstanding food and exceptional service. Highly recommend Spaggi’s ! It is the BEST!

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4.8

4.8 (599)

$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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Theresa

Dined today

Highlights of the evening were Cristina, the service, the beverages & the food!! The food was fantastic! The chef took into account our dietary needs & delivered flawlessly! Unfortunately, the server, Ana & her assistant didn’t know the key ingredients of the food yet & we were led astray with the bread not containing any dairy, yet it did. One bite & we both knew. We recovered fine & the rest of the meal went off without further incident. If there were no allergy issues, this restaurant would be hands down the best place to go for a nice dinner; Sans the decor. The restaurant as a whole felt cafeteria style & not remotely commensurate with the food quality, food & beverage & service that we received. Change the interior design & this restaurant would be even better; because they nailed everything else!

Canyon Lake Country Club Bar & Grill

4.9

4.9 (120)

$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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BONNIEVIP

Dined on Mar 29, 2025

Great band, but extremely loud. We couldn’t have conversation with each other. 😞

Cask n' Cleaver - Rancho Cucamonga

4.9

4.9 (1200)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

The Place for Serious Steak & Wine Lovers!

In the mood for a great steak, fresh seafood, mouth watering burgers or just a great salad? The Cask is the perfect place! For lunch, dinner or just cocktails & appetizers at the bar!

We offer a superb selection of California Wines, a Happy Hour Mon-Fri from 11:30 to 7:00pm, comfortable casual ambiance, a kid’s menu and private banquet rooms. Let us host your service club meetings, staff parties, banquets, cocktail parties, receptions, rehearsal dinners, holiday celebrations, anniversaries & birthdays.

With confidence we can say ... “OUR STEAKS ARE THE BEST! YOU CAN TASTE THE DIFFERENCE!” Thanks to you, our guests, we have been in business over 40 years!

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DeAnn

Dined 7 days ago

Outstanding as ever. We had an amazing Easter dinner. I had prime rib and my husband had ribeye and lobster. Service was excellent as always. Thank you for giving us such a special Easter 🐣

Pizzaioli

4.8

4.8 (284)

$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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Mike

Dined on Mar 30, 2025

Good people. Great food!! Will do it again. Busy to show that it is worth going - but not too busy to turn you away.

Tartan Of Redlands

4.8

4.8 (815)

$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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Becky

Dined 7 days ago

Food was good but lukewarm. Classic American fare in a comfortable setting. Very friendly, capable, and thoughtful staff.

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Popular dish

Tartan Special

The Sycamore Inn Prime Steak House

4.8

4.8 (2434)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

Welcome to the historic Sycamore Inn Prime Steakhouse, a landmark of hospitality on the legendary Route 66 since 1848. Our menu features Prime Steaks, Prime Rib, Chops, Seafood, Superb Salads, Signature Side Dishes, Luigi’s Famous Minestrone Soup and heavenly desserts complete the menu. Guests can enjoy an award winning wine list featuring over 500 wines with over 40 wines by the glass. Come and enjoy our charming rustic Inn and view the gracious and elegant ambiance that has made the Sycamore Inn a tradition for special evenings, banquets and special events for generations. Enjoy our Happy Hour nightly from 4:30 until 8:00 in the lounge.

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Paul

Dined 3 days ago

It my 48th wedding anniversary. & dinner was great, atmosphere was good & service was excellent

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Popular dish

Prime Rib

Popular dish

New York Strip - 14 oz

Popular dish

Petite Filet Mignon - 8 oz

Dapper Dine & Lounge

4.7

4.7 (59)

$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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SarahVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing food. We all had steak and it was so good! Will definitely go back again.

Hickory Ranch Steakhouse

4.7

4.7 (937)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Yucaipa

About the restaurant

We are happy to announce that power has been restored to our business, and we will return to normal business hours. We do anticipate very high volume tonight since there are still several outages in our area. Reservations are highly recommended.

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AlexanderVIP

Dined today

Always a great experience, good food and good service

King's Fish House - Rancho Cucamonga

4.8

4.8 (3125)

$30 and under

Seafood

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

Established in 2005, King’s Fish House is Rancho Cucamonga’s choice for seafood. Located in Victoria Gardens, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.

We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.

Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.

Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.

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Crystal

Dined 1 day ago

Always a favorite and been coming here for years. Everything is outstanding!

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