Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Inland Empire

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are great for outdoor dining 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!

Peppercorn Grille

4.7

4.7 (656)

$50 and over

Californian

Big Bear Lake

About the restaurant

We are family owned and operated, serving California cuisine. Our restaurant welcomes you to a warm and inviting ambience with intimate booths and table seating, as well as outdoor dining on our heated patio.
Enjoy one of the largest and most versatile menus on the mountain, including a full bar with and extensive wine list. Every item is prepared fresh to order! Our soups and bread are prepared daily. To start, try our signature New England clam chowder, our ever popular macadamia Maui crab cakes, fried calamari steak or our simple, but delicious spinach artichoke dip with tasty ciabatta toast. Choose from one of our specialty salads or our 10 inch thick crust pizzas, prepared fresh in our brick oven! We also proudly offer a large variety of Certified Angus steaks and burgers, Alaskan halibut and salmon, lobster, many other seafood dishes, chicken, pork tenderloin and rack of lamb. Most of our fabulous desserts are made in our own kitchen! Come and see why we are a local favor

Top review

MichaelVIP

Dined on Jan 5, 2025

Peppercorn Grill is our favorite restaurant in Big Bear. Outstanding food, service and vibe.

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Popular dish

Warm Artichoke Spinach Dip

Paul Martin's American Grill - Rancho Cucamonga

4.6

4.6 (2787)

$30 and under

American

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

*Parties of 7+ must call to make a reservation.*

Relish a hand-cut filet mignon or signature “brick” chicken, or the sustainable seafood in our fish tacos, all masterfully seared over a live fire mesquite grill at Paul Martin’s American Grill. Located in the Victoria Gardens shopping center in Rancho Cucamonga, our menu features classic American cuisine made from the highest quality ingredients. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or hosting a business lunch, our restaurant is the ideal place to impress or decompress.

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Jacqueline

Dined 1 day ago

Had a wonderful experience for my mine and my husbands date night Cindy our waitress was really nice, cheerful and very attentive She did a few recommendations on the food which we did consider and it was amazing!! We have been there a few time but this by far was the best experience we have had.

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4.6

4.6 (758)

$31 to $50

Californian

Redlands

About the restaurant

Winner of Wine Spectator's Excellence award, Caprice Café is an urban eatery that serves classic American cuisine. Its large menu features fresh grilled seafood dishes, salads, pastas and steaks. The restaurant also offers freshly baked pizzas. Treat yourself to a delicious dinner of pasta served with grilled salmon, mushrooms and asparagus or enjoy fresh Australian lamb chops right off the grill. Situated in the center of downtown Redlands, across from Ed Hales Park, Caprice Café offers an impressive wine selection that includes over 420 bottles of wine carefully collected from vineyards across three continents. Enjoy an intimate dinner indoors under living fiddle leaf fig trees, or opt for Caprice Café's outdoor covered patio with its airy ambiance and view.

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Brian

Dined 4 days ago

We loved our recent dining experience at Caprice. The food is delicious with a good, appropriately broad menu. There is a nice atmosphere even with the indoor dining (which I had never done before). Despite reservations, it was still a few minutes before we were met by the host to be seated, but the service at our table was attentive and professional.

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Kalaveras - Rancho Cucamonga

4.5

4.5 (226)

$30 and under

Mexican

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

We're creating a new concept of modern rustic dining with a fusion of traditional and vanguard Mexican ingredients. Our food is chef-driven, using classic cooking techniques with fresher and healthier options.
We're elevating bold, authentic flavors and presenting a new way of eating. In the bar you'll find over 90 different tequilas and Mezcal spirits.

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Bianca

Dined on Dec 21, 2024

Had brunch date with sisters and son; the service was great. Our food came out quick, warm and tasty. Our waiter was kind and made sure our drinks were refilled promptly.

The State - Rancho Cucamonga

4.4

4.4 (338)

$30 and under

American

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

The State restaurant is a casual & comfortable dining experience you can enjoy your favorite foods, small batch whiskeys, craft cocktails & beers with friends & family. The joint venture began with Southern California natives that pooled their collective life savings and began work on their dream concept: The name pays homage to the restaurant’s first location on State Street in historic downtown Redlands.

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Canela ✨🐆

Dined on Jan 3, 2025

I had a wonderful time here! quality of food is always consistent

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Popular dish

Fried Brussels Sprouts

Popular dish

Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich

Popular dish

Crème Brûlée

El Torito - Riverside Plaza

4.2

4.2 (406)

$30 and under

Mexican

Riverside

About the restaurant

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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Kevin

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

This is the first time I went to El Torito on Christmas day with my family and I absolutely enjoyed it! We arrived at 9:15AM and were seated immediately. Taking a look around, staff were still getting food ready and there were very few customers. My family chose to sit inside and once we got to our table, we immediately went to the buffet. There were so many choices from ceviche, prime rib, and birria to the desert selections of churros, flan, and waffles. Everything was delicious; the unlimited mimosas really hit the spot and the service was fantastic! I’m planning on going to El Torito again next year as I found this experience to be wonderful!

Mission Inn Restaurant

4.1

4.1 (5646)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Riverside

About the restaurant

Treat your guests to the fascinating state-of-the-art display kitchen and culinary perfection of the signature comfort foods at the Mission Inn Restaurant. Host your next event indoors or beneath the stars on the beautiful outdoor Spanish Patio.

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eddieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Fantastic restaurant, excellent food, and great service.

BIN 189

4.1

4.1 (201)

$31 to $50

American

Lake Arrowhead

About the restaurant

Bin 189 is a culinary gem that exudes elegance and charm. The menu at Bin 189 is a delightful fusion of modern American cuisine with a focus on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, allowing guests to savor exquisite flavors while reveling in the serene beauty of the surrounding landscape, under the expert guidance of Executive Chef Ruben Bugarin. Chef Ruben's specials of the day feature an array of succulent seafood and perfectly grilled steaks, adding a tantalizing dimension to the culinary offerings. Complementing these delights are artisanal craft cocktails such as the "Cedar Smoked Margarita," featuring Espolòn Tequila, Cointreau, Lime, and Smoked Cedar Essence, offering an exciting blend of flavors and aromas. For those with a desire for classics, the "Old Fashioned" beckons with its timeless combination of Makers Mark, Angostura Bitters, Sugar Cube, and a twist of Lemon and Orange, promising a taste of nostalgia with every sip.

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Barbara

Dined on Dec 28, 2024

Always impressed with Bin189 at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Had breakfast here today, the breakfast burrito was incredible, and now has my vote as the best on the mountain. Seems pricey, but the portion is enough for two meals.

Las Campanas

3.7

3.7 (3641)

$30 and under

Mexican

Riverside

About the restaurant

Come taste the excitement of Las Campanas and enjoy out signature margaritas. Serving authentic Mexican cuisine creatively prepared using the freshest herbs and ingredients, the restaurant offers casual outdoor dining for lunch and dinner Monday – Sunday.

Relax in our beautifully landscaped outdoor garden and enjoy our signature margaritas.

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Carmen

Dined today

We were seated immediately and greeted with a warm hello and smile. Upon being seated we were asked for drinks which were given to us quickly. Our waiter introduced himself and answered all of questions with a smile. We ordered the California Bass and the cheese enchiladas. The bass was cooked very well with the right seasoning. Definitely would purchase again. The enchiladas were delicious. Once again I would purchase again. Thank you for a relaxing evening.

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Popular dish

Enchiladas with Chicken

Popular dish

Taco Salad

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