The Inland Empire Restaurants

Downtown Riverside is home to a few ambitious restaurants, along with the chains you can find in most areas. The college towns of Claremont and Redlands focus on creative contemporary, ethnic, and traditional selections. Excellent innovative cuisine has become an art in Temecula, especially at the wineries, many of which showcase their products alongside fine dining. Your options are 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.