Chino’s dining scene has grown beyond strip‑mall basics into a mix of modern cafes, regional Asian spots, and casual bistros that punch well above their weight.
These five relatively new or newly buzz‑worthy restaurants are putting Chino on more food‑lovers’ maps.
1. The Aviator Coffee House & Bistro
The Aviator brings a stylish, aviation‑themed cafe experience to Chino, with a bright, modern interior and a relaxed vibe that works for everything from remote work to brunch.
By day, it’s a specialty coffee spot, serving espresso drinks, cold brew, and seasonal lattes alongside pastries and light bites.
The food menu leans cafe‑style New American: avocado toasts, breakfast burritos, salads, sandwiches, and a few heartier plates.
It’s become a neighborhood favorite for people who want something a little more polished and locally focused than the usual chains.
2. Tastea Chino
Tastea feels like the next‑generation tea shop—colorful, youthful, and always buzzing.
The interior is bright and playful, making it just as much a hangout spot as it is a place to grab a drink.
The menu centers on fruit teas, milk teas, slushes, and specialty drinks loaded with toppings like boba, jelly, and popping pearls.
There’s also a lineup of snacks—fries, wings, and other quick bites—that pair perfectly with the drinks.
For anyone with a sweet tooth or a bubble tea habit, it’s become a go‑to.
3. Pho Vina
Pho Vina offers a cozy, family‑run feel with a menu focused on Vietnamese comfort food.
The space is straightforward and welcoming, ideal for casual lunches and dinners.
Pho is the star—deep, aromatic broth with your choice of meats or tofu—but you’ll also find vermicelli bowls, rice plates, banh mi, and fresh spring rolls. Portions are generous, prices are reasonable, and the food is the kind of satisfying that keeps regulars coming back.
It’s one of the stronger options in town when you’re craving something warm, brothy, and deeply comforting.
4. Shabu Wara
Shabu Wara brings interactive Japanese hot pot to Chino in a fun, contemporary space. Individual burners at each seat let you cook your own meats and vegetables in bubbling broth, making it great for groups.
You choose your broth style, meat selections, and add‑ons—thinly sliced beef, pork, seafood, tofu, and a wide variety of vegetables and noodles.
Dipping sauces and condiments let you customize each bite.
It’s a slower, more social style of dining, and a nice change of pace from standard sit‑down spots.
5. The Flinderstreet Cafe
The Flinderstreet Cafe blends American brunch classics with a slight international twist, all in a bright, cheerful setting.
Expect hearty breakfast plates, omelets, pancakes, and Benedicts alongside salads, sandwiches, and burgers at lunch.
Coffee drinks, smoothies, and fresh juices round things out, making it an easy choice for families and groups with mixed tastes.
Friendly service and consistently solid food have helped it become a dependable local favorite.
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