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25 Essential California Tables

From coastal enclaves to downtown institutions, these are the restaurants defining the dining conversation across California.

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#4
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Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

San Jose, California

Brazilian restaurant

Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.

94.2
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#5
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Sizzler

Ontario, California

Restaurant

Longtime casual restaurant known for its steak, burgers & seafood, plus a salad bar.

93.6
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#6
Moody restaurant interior with polished service

Ed Fernandez Restaurant Birrieria

San Diego, California

Mexican restaurant

Simple spot with colorful seating serving dishes such as tacos, quesadillas & birria, a spicy stew.

93.6
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#7
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Sizzler

San Diego, California

Restaurant

Longtime casual restaurant known for its steak, burgers & seafood, plus a salad bar.

93.5
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#8
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JOEY Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach, California

Restaurant

Relaxed, contemporary dining spot with a broad menu featuring international & regional dishes.

93.4
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#9
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Chubby Cattle BBQ | Cerritos

Cerritos, California

Barbecue restaurant

Service options: Onsite services, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner. Accessibility.

92.5
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#10
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Himalayan Restaurant

Healdsburg, California

Indian restaurant

Indoor-outdoor cafe serving Nepalese-Indian eats including kebabs, curries & tandoori dishes.

92.4
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#11
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Urban Plates

Thousand Oaks, California

New American restaurant

Chef-driven restaurant serving scratch-made plates, salads, sandwiches & bowls, dine-in or to-go.

92.2
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#12
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Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

Beverly Hills, California

Brazilian restaurant

Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.

91.5
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#13
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LA INDIAN CUISINE

Santa Clarita, California

Indian restaurant

Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch.

91.4
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#14
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CAVA

Santa Monica, California

Mediterranean restaurant

Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.

91.1
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#15
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Bronx Pizza

San Diego, California

Pizza restaurant

A simple menu of thin-crust pies & calzones lures longtime fans to this no-frills, cash-only joint.

91.1
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#16
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Sizzler

West Covina, California

Restaurant

Longtime casual restaurant known for its steak, burgers & seafood, plus a salad bar.

90.8
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#17
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

Industry, California

Restaurant

Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

90.7
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#18
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Sizzler

Bakersfield, California

Restaurant

Longtime casual restaurant known for its steak, burgers & seafood, plus a salad bar.

90.7
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#19
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Sizzler

Oceanside, California

Restaurant

Longtime casual restaurant known for its steak, burgers & seafood, plus a salad bar.

90.5
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#20
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Sizzler

Manteca, California

Restaurant

Longtime casual restaurant known for its steak, burgers & seafood, plus a salad bar.

90.4
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#21
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El Pueblo Mexican Food & Bar - Del Mar

San Diego, California

Mexican restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.

90.4
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#22
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Sizzler

Modesto, California

Restaurant

Longtime casual restaurant known for its steak, burgers & seafood, plus a salad bar.

90.4
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#23
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Chicago Fire Grill

San Diego, California

Restaurant

Classic Chicago hot dogs & burgers with outdoor seating, yellow walls, happy hour & craft beers.

90.2
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#24
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Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse

Napa, California

Brazilian restaurant

Brazilian steakhouse offering all-you-can-eat options in a contemporary, group-friendly space.

90.2
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#25
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Sizzler

Murrieta, California

Restaurant

Longtime casual restaurant known for its steak, burgers & seafood, plus a salad bar.

90.2
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