Best Restaurants in Rancho Cucamonga (2025)
A landmark on old Route 66 since the early 1900s, Sycamore Inn remains the Inland Empire’s special-occasion steakhouse—martinis, prime rib, Tiffany lamps, and all. Consistently busy and actively taking reservations, per OpenTable and recent diners.
A 1955 Route 66 classic reborn under new ownership, serving prime rib, steaks, cocktails, and live music in its torch-lit dining room. The restaurant is actively operating and taking evening reservations Wednesday–Sunday.
I found that Marisa Furno has transformed Guido’s Pizza & Deli into a small, heartfelt Argentine‑Italian restaurant in Rancho Cucamonga where her Argentine‑style pizzas reign supreme. A native Argentinian who bought the longtime deli from Guido Sciortino in 2014, Furno kept the shop’s name while adding Argentine classics — fugazzetta (two thick slabs of dough stuffed with copious cheese, topped with thinly sliced onions, olive oil and parmesan), choripanes, milanesas, facturas and Argentine‑style lasagnas — and adapting some pies for American tastes with an “American pizza” section (including a Meat Lovers with pepperoni, meatballs, ham and sausage). I appreciated that she sources a Texas muzzarella that best approximates Argentine “muzza” and that she serves pizza a la piedra — a thinner, stone‑baked media masa — alongside richer, cheese‑heavy traditions; many Argentines reportedly get emotional trying the food, and the shop draws both local Americans and Latin American customers. The atmosphere feels like a neighborhood deli honoring Guido’s legacy while carving out a small piece of Buenos Aires in the Inland Empire.
A daytime Cuban hub for pressed Cubanos, ropa vieja fries, and cafe con leche. Featured on ABC7’s On The Menu; a community favorite that runs on family stories, hospitality, and strong coffee.
Ceviches, lomo saltado, and pollo a la brasa anchor this lively, family-run Peruvian spot. Praised by local columnists and recent diners for generous portions and bright, authentic flavors.
Local favorite for Szechuan-leaning Chinese, family-style plates, and dim sum staples like soup dumplings. Reliable hours and strong word-of-mouth keep the dining room humming.
An intimate omakase counter inside the food hall delivering serious fish and thoughtful pacing at approachable prices. Actively booking on OpenTable; a go-to for Inland Empire sushi obsessives.
A warmly run Thai kitchen turning out fragrant curries, basil-stir fries, and noodle soups with dialed spice. Recent reviews highlight friendly service and consistent cooking.
A neighborhood standby for from-scratch burgers, hot sandwiches, and big salads, run by locals who source thoughtfully. Reliable hours and a steady following, with praise for the namesake burger and truffle fries.
Independent pizzeria serving crispy-edged pies, wings, and beer in a family-friendly room with arcade games. Actively operating with online ordering and daily hours posted.