Nestled between Inland Empire grit and LA energy, Pomona’s dining scene brims with eclectic, multicultural flavors and a scrappy DIY spirit.
College crowds bring curiosity, locals keep traditions alive, and every neighborhood has its own favorites.
1. Pomona Valley Mining Company
Perched on a hill above the city’s twinkling lights, this retro-themed steakhouse is more than a restaurant—it’s a local institution.
Diners come for prime rib, sizzling steak platters, baked potatoes the size of footballs, and molten chocolate cake.
The mining décor: lanterns, wagon wheels, and pickaxes.
Come for family celebrations and sunset cocktails overlooking the San Gabriel Mountains.
2. Eduardo’s Mexican Restaurant
A cheerful, family-run gathering place, Eduardo’s serves SoCal-Mex favorites—giant burritos, sizzling fajitas, street-style carnitas, and fluffy tamales.
Tables fill with generations of families and students from WesternU, sharing stories over plates of chiles rellenos and homemade salsas.
Margaritas are generous, chips are bottomless, and the staff make every meal a reunion.
3. Second Street Bistro
Tucked in the artsy heart of downtown, Second Street Bistro is a treasure for creative eats: truffle mac and cheese, Cajun blackened salmon, ancho chile-glazed pork, and gourmet burgers.
The vibe is modern, cozy, and neighborly—think date-night and pre-theater crowds, live jazz, and local art on the walls.
4. Pho Vi Restaurant
Pomona’s best Vietnamese food is a bustling hub of beefy, fragrant pho, crispy egg rolls, banh mi loaded with pickled veggies and savory pork, and strong iced coffee.
Families crowd weekend tables, while students flock at lunch for the value and speed.
The bright, no-frills setting makes every bowl about flavor and comfort.
5. Mi Cafecito Coffee
This Latin-owned neighborhood cafe is pure Pomona heart: locally roasted beans, Mexican spiced mochas, tres leches lattes, Salvadoran breakfast tamales, and thick slices of pan dulce.
Artists, writers, and corner-table regulars linger for Wi-Fi or high-energy open mics.
Every cup and empanada comes with a genuine “welcome home.”
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