Best Fun Restaurants in Monrovia

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1. The Derby

4.8

Exceptional(4344)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Arcadia

Booked 55 times today

The Derby is more than a restaurant. Established in 1922, it has been family owned and operated since 1951. It is a grand museum showcasing some of horse racing’s greatest moments. Diners are invited to take a break from the rush of modern life and travel back to the time of George Woolf, Seabiscuit, and relive the excitement of “The Race of the Century”. We excel in offering the best meat and fresh seafood hand selected by our longtime executive chef that would delight even the most discriminating of taste. Some of the menu highlights include the Bacon Wrapped Filet, Delmonico New York, Prime Rib and Shrimp Scampi. We offer a wide selection of wines by the bottle and by the glass. Relax and enjoy a delicious meal in one of our iconic red leather booths, take in a beautiful evening on our terrace, or watch a sporting event in our bar and lounge. Dining at The Derby can only be compared to the feeling of holding the winning ticket when you smile and know that you made the right choice!

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2. Benihana - Santa Anita, CA

4.0

Excellent(2813)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Arcadia

Booked 93 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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3. 1913 Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(76)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Duarte

Booked 3 times today

1913 Restaurant & Bar is no ordinary restaurant. Named for the founding year of the City of Hope, 1913 is a place where every plate is thoughtfully curated to nourish one’s body, heart, spirit, and soul. Executive Chef Christian Eggerling and his diverse team of culinary talent make healthy food fun, sometimes fancy (because we all deserve it), but never boring. Fresh wild-caught seafood, locally sourced meat, garden-harvested vegetables, decadent desserts, curated wine list and craft cocktail program make 1913 the ideal destination for any occasion. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and private events can be experienced in our modern and elegant restaurant or outside on the patio with a picture-perfect view of the local foothill mountains. Whether you are a team member, local or visitor to our historic campus - our commitment to locally farmed, sustainability-focused food is not just a pledge, it is a promise.

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4. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Arcadia

4.7

Exceptional(46)

Price: Moderate

• American • Arcadia

Booked 27 times today

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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5. Craft by Smoke and Fire - Arcadia

4.3

Awesome(378)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Arcadia

Booked 20 times today

Craft by Smoke and Fire - Arcadia is a fun place with great food and service. Customers rave about the fantastic service, the delicious food, and the awesome energy. They appreciate the accommodating staff and the great casual dining experience. They recommend it highly and plan to come back for more.

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6. Dave & Buster's - Santa Anita

4.3

Awesome(115)

Price: Moderate

• American • Arcadia

Booked 16 times today

Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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7. El Torito - Pasadena

4.1

Excellent(256)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Pasadena

Booked 20 times today

The authority in great Mexican food for over 70 years! Visit us for weekly celebrations where we infuse tradition with authentic Mexican cuisine, including $4 happy hour, $3 Taco Tuesday, Saturday Breakfast and All-You-Can-Eat + Drink Sunday Brunch. Experience a celebration of Family, Food & Community!

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8. High Tea Lounge at Le Meridien Arcadia

3.4

Very Good(46)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Arcadia

Booked 1 time today

Join us for classic high tea re-imagined and re-inspired with a twist of a bespoke high ball cocktail pairing. The tea program involves a spectacular tea-infusion, where east meets west, old meets new, sweet meets savory. Welcome to Spring with our La Vie High Tea Menu! Do not miss out on Chef's Seasonal Menu with a welcome champagne or lavendar lemonade mocktail!Every Friday - Sunday - 11AM to 2:30PM $72 per person, additional 21% gratuity is added to the final bill**24-hour advance reservation required **Parties of 6+ or if you would like an off day or time reservation, please email dining@lemeridienarcadia.com or call 626-412-8705. **Cocktails not included in pricing.

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9. Capital Seafood Restaurant

4.1

Excellent(15)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Pasadena

Booked 2 times today

Located at Restaurant Row on Huntington Drive in the city of Arcadia. At Capital Seafood Arcadia we serve an extensive menu from the delicious traditional Dim Sum to many choices of authentic Chinese meat, seafood, poultry, and vegetable dishes. The ambiance is casual, yet elegant. Our ultimate goal is to bring the best Chinese dining experience to our guests and transform a meal into an experience. The comfort of home with the service of royalty.

10. Corfu

4.3

Awesome(79)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Pasadena

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our family has created this restaurant for you, and to ensure delicious tastes from the Mediterranean that a discriminating palate will appreciate, you"ll fit right in whether your taste today is running towards waffles,kebabs,fish,pasta,steak or sandwiches. we use the finest and freshest ingredients to prepare all dishes from scratch. Both beer and wine are served, including some of the more difficult to find wines that use only organically grown grapes. Dine in, or take out. Reservations are accepted.

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AmilyVIP
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Quesadilla brisket is sooo good! Great restaurant!
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Craft by Smoke and Fire - ArcadiaPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Arcadia
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4.3
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ReneeVIP
Orange County •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We arrived at the restaurant on a very busy evening. We got there early but only had to wait a few minutes and were seated before our reservation time. The waiter we had was very attentive. The food was delicious. We shared a wedge salad that they split for us that was still a good sized portion. The main courses were so good and big portions, we all took doggie bags. It was my husbands Birthday and the waiter brought us a complimentary Baked Alaska which she lit at the table, nice presentation. I would recommend for a special occasion, they know how to do it right.
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The DerbyPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Arcadia
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4.8
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Jereth
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Loved our Christmas Eve Dinner at Benihana in Arcadia! There was an unexpected 30-minute wait for our table but it was all good, the place was packed and noisy and fun. I was surprised the meal and presentation seemed identical to what I remember from 20+ years ago - they have a game plan and they are sticking to it! Highly recommended!
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Benihana - Santa Anita, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Arcadia
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Vina
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had a good time! Excellent waiter! Food was very good. The individual pizza dough was not its usual good self. Not cooked enough. My chicken parmesan was slightly too well done. The hamburger, French fries, pasta, salad and individual bazookie were delicious.
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ArcadiaPrice: Moderate• American• Arcadia
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4.7
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sandra
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 22, 2024
Great chef lots of variety and excellent service our favorite spot also fair prices
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1913 Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Duarte
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4.8

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48 restaurants available nearby

1. The Derby

2. Benihana - Santa Anita, CA

3. 1913 Restaurant & Bar

4. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Arcadia

5. Craft by Smoke and Fire - Arcadia

6. Dave & Buster's - Santa Anita

7. El Torito - Pasadena

8. High Tea Lounge at Le Meridien Arcadia

9. Capital Seafood Restaurant

10. Corfu

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