Dining in Claremont

Dining in Claremont

Adiverse and vibrant dining scene encompasses everything from casual and smallscale eateries to luxury restaurants throughout Claremont, with more than 70 locally owned restaurants, grills and specialty shops helping the town earn the reputation for being worth the drive when it comes to dining.

Local restaurateurs offer fresh takes on a variety of cuisines. Regional favorites include Tutti Mangia Italian Chophouse, The Quarter Creole Cuisine, Bardot, ¡Viva Madrid! and Espiau’s while retailers like Some Crust Bakery, Cheese Cave, Bert & Rocky’s Cream Co. and Crème Bakery make between-meal snacking a must.

Local brews and spirits are showcased during annual merchant festivals like Claremont Village’s Craft Beer Walk and the Village Wine Walk, but any craft beer tour of Route 66 must include a visit to the award-winning Claremont Craft Ales, which produces over 3,000 barrels annually, including its signature Jacaranda Rye IPA. Wine lovers can instead sample tastings at Packing House Wines or Magnolia Bistro & Lounge.

With many four- and five-star choices located within the walkable Claremont Village and Claremont Packing House areas, visitors can take full advantage of the town’s free parking and wander wherever their appetites lead them.

From Los Angeles to the Inland Empire—and beyond—foodies are flocking to Claremont, where more than 70 locally owned eateries have earned the city regional acclaim as a “food neighborhood” that’s “worth the drive.” With many 4- and 5-star (Yelp) choices located within the walkable Claremont Village, Village Square and Claremont Packing House area, visitors might choose to enjoy the city’s free parking—or take Metrolink—and literally stroll to wherever their appetites lead them.