Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Ontario at Ontario Mills, CA

A comfortable steakhouse, this hotel dining room celebrates the Big Apple in both cuisine and décor, and offers a...

A comfortable steakhouse, this hotel dining room celebrates the Big Apple in both cuisine and décor, and offers a wine list deep in full-bodied reds to complement its big slabs of dry-aged beef. Begin with classics like oysters Rockefeller or a lighter plate of seared ahi tuna with seaweed salad. In addition to steaks, the menu includes Portuguese-inspired shrimp, salmon and the requisite steakhouse lobster. Consistent with its Manhattan vibe, New York cheesecake is offered for dessert.

Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30am-9:30pm; Fri 11:30am-10:30pm; Sat 4:30pm-10:30pm

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A branch of a highly regarded Southern California chain ­ not to be confused with its budget-oriented Panda Express...

A branch of a highly regarded Southern California chain ­ not to be confused with its budget-oriented Panda Express concept ­ the Panda offers very respectable regional Chinese cooking in an attractive, casually upscale environment. Among the many reliable dishes are the sweet-and-pungent chicken, honey-walnut shrimp, and Singapore noodles. However, the spicing can be a bit tame for those craving heat. The Panda offers a nice selection of cocktails and, unlike some more authentic Chinese eateries, decadent Western-style desserts.

Hours: Sun-Thu 11:30am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11:30am-10:30pm

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A lovely candle-lit restaurant, Candelas applies sophisticated French culinary techniques to authentic Mexican...

A lovely candle-lit restaurant, Candelas applies sophisticated French culinary techniques to authentic Mexican ingredients ­ including exotic items like huitlacoche (a corn fungus sometimes referred to as Mexican truffles). Starters include refreshing ceviches and miniature duck tacos cooked with pineapple. Among artistically presented entrées is a sensational filet of grouper with both a poblano chile sauce and a contrasting yellow corn cream. Desserts reflect both the Old and New Worlds, and some Mexican labels are found on the wine list.

Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-11pm; Sun 11am-9pm

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One of the best steakhouses in the Inland Empire, Porter's is a handsome room off the lobby of an airport hotel. Sliding...

One of the best steakhouses in the Inland Empire, Porter's is a handsome room off the lobby of an airport hotel. Sliding into a comfortable booth, you'll be treated to all of the classic steakhouse staples. Begin with truffle-infused lobster bisque elegantly topped with puff pastry or crab cakes with wasabi aioli before moving on to a 17-ounce rib-eye or filet mignon with béarnaise sauce, along with traditional sides like creamed spinach or baked potato.

Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-4pm, 5:30pm-10pm; Sun 10am-1:30pm, 5:30pm-10pm

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Here at this classic Italian restaurant ­ a surprisingly elegant eatery in a beautifully appointed...

Here at this classic Italian restaurant ­ a surprisingly elegant eatery in a beautifully appointed residential-style building ­ Rosa herself is likely to greet you. She might suggest beef carpaccio, calamari fritti or crab cakes with tarragon-mustard sauce before moving on to ravioli stuffed with lobster and crab in lemon cream, or osso buco. Finales include home-made tiramisu. The service, under Rosa's supervision, is warm and accommodating and piano music wafts through the room of this upscale Ontario eatery.

Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-9:30pm; Sat 4pm-10pm

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Rustic and inviting, this tiny place is one of the few spots in the area specializing in Santa Maria-style barbecue,...

Rustic and inviting, this tiny place is one of the few spots in the area specializing in Santa Maria-style barbecue, from California's scenic Central Coast. This regional version involves no thick sauces or marinades, just quality meats cooked over red hot coals. At Buckboard, as along the coast, the meat of preference is tri-tip sirloin, served with pinquito beans (a Santa Maria staple) and coleslaw. Finish up with an old-fashioned cobbler.

Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30am-9pm; Fri-Sat 11:30am-10pm

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Providing an authentic slice of Buenos Aires ­ right down to its images of tango dancers and soccer on the TV...

Providing an authentic slice of Buenos Aires ­ right down to its images of tango dancers and soccer on the TV ­ is this charming café, hidden in a nondescript shopping center on Route 66. The friendly owners might recommend a few "empanadas" (filled pastries) before offering you a steak with chimichurri sauce and a glass of Argentine wine. The "parrillada" is an overdose of grilled meats meant for sharing, while a traditional finale is flan topped with sweet "dulce de leche" ­ a decadent variation on caramel.

Hours: Mon-Thu 10:30am-9pm; Fri-Sat 10:30am-10pm; Sun 10am-9pm

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The huge vintage neon sign signals your arrival at one of the Inland Empire's most nostalgic landmarks, founded in 1945....

The huge vintage neon sign signals your arrival at one of the Inland Empire's most nostalgic landmarks, founded in 1945. The place seats 400 and prices are so reasonable that there is often a line ­ Vince's claims to serve more than 15,000 miles of spaghetti every year! The locals love the pasta, marinara sauce and prices. You can get a bottle of wine at Vince's for what you'd pay for a single glass at a trendy trattoria!

Hours: Mon-Tue, Thu-Fri 11:30am-2pm, 4am-9pm; Sat 4pm-9pm; Sun Noon-9pm

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Despite its strip mall location, Spaggi's is a beautifully appointed ristorante, and chef/owner Henry Gonzalez adds...

Despite its strip mall location, Spaggi's is a beautifully appointed ristorante, and chef/owner Henry Gonzalez adds sophisticated flourishes to classic Italian dishes while maintaining a fine wine list. Starters include wagyu beef ravioli with black truffles and a towering three-cheese tomato tart in champagne sauce. Pastas range from lobster ravioli to traditional spaghetti bolognese, while beef wellington and salmon with a Grand Marnier-apricot-brandy glaze take center stage for entrées. As for dessert, an elegant chocolate soufflé awaits.

Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-9pm; Fri 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm; Sat 5pm-10pm; Sun 5pm-9pm

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Many Cuban eateries are unpretentious mom-and-pop joints, and we love them, but CocoPalm provides a grand resort-style...

Many Cuban eateries are unpretentious mom-and-pop joints, and we love them, but CocoPalm provides a grand resort-style setting high atop a hill (naturally popular for weddings). This is the kind of place to sip a mojito while listening to a seductive Latin beat, snacking on "croquetas de jamón" (ham croquettes) or "empanadas" (filled pastries) before tucking into a big bowl of "ropa vieja" (shredded beef) or paella. You'll feel like you were dining at Havana's Hotel Nacional back in the old days.

Hours: Tue-Thu 11am-3pm, 5pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-3pm, 5pm-10:30pm; Sun 5pm-10pm

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