Happy Mediums

W0W! The food is the best! I highly recommend the lemon caper salmon. And I cannot stop thinking…read moreabout that yummy gooey bread pudding!!! The nice server warned us of large portions, but we didn't listen, then couldn't eat half of one. It was BIG! Our server was the best we've had anywhere. Such a nice, humble and welcoming setting. No big chain with harried staff.

The Haus Bistro is one of those spots that stands out because it actually offers something…read moredifferent. The food leans German-style with some upscale, unique options you don't see everywhere. I finally tried it after years of passing by, ended up going in on a slow workday by myself, and I'm glad I did. The artichoke hearts were honestly one of the highlights, really well done. The beer selection is also unique and worth exploring if you're into trying something outside the usual. Service stood out too. I had a newer waitress who was still in training, and she handled everything really well. Attentive, polite, and didn't miss a step, which says a lot. The place itself is clean and has a classy feel without trying too hard. It's not somewhere I'd go all the time, but that's kind of the point. It feels more like a spot for special occasions or when you want something a little more unique and elevated than the usual rotation. Solid experience overall. 4 stars.

Interior bar.

Pear and Chicken Flat Bread

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Mr. Pickleball will travel for good food

George's Market

4.7(446 reviews)

0.1 mi

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Would you expect a small market to pack a punch with good beer and German food? No? Well, try…read moreGeorge's Market and find out The Reuben sandwich with warm german potato salad was a banger. Meat was juicy, sauce is plentiful, and it all conglomerates into a messy sandwich of deliciousness. Sausages are the other star here. The Spicy Hungarian sausage with mustard was absolutely a banger as well. It's a nice light kick and savory flavor with each bite. We finished off with a Cherry strudel which was not too sweet but still had the nice sugary finish of a dessert. I feel like I'm rambling but long story short, great food, great beer, great time. Have a slice of European cuisine out in Calimesa.

Food: We ordered the half Reuben sandwich with a side of warm German potato salad, a spicy…read moreHungarian sausage, and finished with a cherry strudel for dessert alongside a German beer on tap. The Reuben and potato salad combo was especially hearty and satisfying, with rich, savory flavors that felt very true to a classic deli experience. The Hungarian sausage had a great depth of flavor, savory and well-seasoned without tipping into being overly salty. The cherry strudel was a standout to end the meal, filled generously with cherries and syrup, wrapped in a flaky pastry that balanced sweetness and texture really well. The beer tied everything together nicely, cold and refreshing, and exactly what you'd want with this kind of meal. I still prefer Busy Bees in San Pedro, but this was a nice alternative within the IE area. Price: George's Market falls into a casual, reasonable deli pricing tier. Sandwiches like the Reuben and similar deli items are generally in the mid‑teens range, while sausage plates and hot meals can push closer to around $15-20 depending on what you get. Beer and imported items vary, but overall you can expect to spend about $15-25 per person for a solid, filling meal. Given the quality, portion sizes, and specialty nature of the food, the pricing feels fair. Ambiance: The space is part cozy German market, part deli counter, with a warm, wood-heavy interior that feels inviting and a bit nostalgic. There's both indoor seating and an outdoor area, giving flexibility depending on the weather or how busy it is. Beyond the dining area, the market itself sells a wide range of German groceries and specialty products, which adds to the charm and makes it feel like more of an experience than just a quick meal. Service: Service was good and impressively efficient given how busy it gets. There was a noticeable line when we went (especially on a weekend lunch time), but things moved steadily and the staff kept everything organized without feeling rushed or chaotic. Friendly and straightforward overall. Parking: Parking is one of the easier parts of the visit. It's located in a plaza with a large shared lot, so there's plenty of space and no real hassle finding a spot, even during peak hours.

Biergarten with live music.

Their bear claws are massive

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Delicious soda!

The Haus Bistro

4.8(16 reviews)

Pretzel was the best I have had! Drinks were delicious, great service, and nice patio seating with…read morea view! Excellent pastrami and fries! We will be back!:)

Sit on the patio! 6 stars for the view. Friendly service, German beers on tap. Food isn't very…read morevegetarian friendly but that's German food for you. We had Raddler, Lager and Diet Dr. Pepper. And the giant pretzel. Dipping sauces were good, especially the cheese and whole grain mustard. However the pretzel was deep fried. Not a fan, I expect my big pretzel soft. We will be back but beers only or maybe one of those salads.

Fish and Chips

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Thai Chili

4.2(579 reviews)

0.0 mi

I've been going to Thai Chili for a while now and it's one of my go-to spots in the area. The…read morepanang curry is my favorite. It's rich, creamy, and always comes out tasting right. The spicy beef salad is another one I order often. It's fresh, has a good kick, and the flavor is on point every time. The staff has always been kind and attentive, and the place feels clean and comfortable. It's one of those places I keep coming back to because I know exactly what I'm getting. Solid food, good people, and a consistent experience every time.

We ordered take out for a family party and some of the dishes were Shrimp Pan Thai, Ginger Fish,…read moreOrange Chicken, and Beef Salad. The flavor of the dishes tasted wonderful, many different flavors. My only minor complaint on the food was the sauce and the ginger fillets were not separated which caused the fish fillet after taking it home to be soggy and not crispy. I realize my party should have asked for the sauce and fish to be separated but usually when we order this dish to go the management would separate them. We will have to inform them next time. Service was good. The owner was attentive, patient, and gave me my to go order on time. The place was busy but the vibe when you entered was inviting. I would bring my friends and family back to this place.

Open booth, but they would not seaf us there

Papaya salad. Wife's favorite

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Pineapple fried rice with shrimp

Sammy’s Cafe

3.6(119 reviews)

0.5 mi

The food is delicious, fresh, reasonably priced and well worth the visit. No matter what we've…read moreordered, every meal has been well prepared and cooked perfectly. Customer service is the epitome of gold standard. Servers, managers and bussers are friendly, efficient and knowledgeable of the menu and daily offerings. You can't go wrong here. 10,000,000 stars. We are customers for life.

We are regular customers here. We come twice a week and have for over a year. Or should I say we…read morewere regular customers here. This morning we stopped in as we always do on Saturdays. I got the buffet and to my shock I found 3 flies in the beans after I'd sat down. Not small gnats but standard house flies. I brought it to Attention of the server and he of course apologized. Wife got a breakfast off the menu but by this time she'd eaten half of it and I sent mine back without a re-order as I was pretty much grossed out. Wife didn't want to finish her meal and was pretty much grossed out as well. While we sat there, I watched to see if the servers would pull the refried beans off the food line and replace it but sadly, nope. I figured since we are loyal/regular customers they would have at least offered to comp my wife's meal since she didn't eat it all but nope. You should treasure your customers. Even if they'd offer a comp meal I wouldn't have accepted it. The fact that they didn't tells me they need a lot of work on their customer satisfaction. Was fun while it lasted.

Entrance

Chile relleno and tamal. Tamal was so much masa! It was also dry. Chile relleno was tasty.

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Outside for grand opening 6/6/24

Kafe Royale

4.3(276 reviews)

0.0 mi

Everything is wonderful. Great food great service nice atmosphere. Love going there. Not many…read moreplaces have grilled Trout and eggs!

First time to Kafe Royal and enjoyed lunch. I had the California Wrap with Sweet Potato fries, and…read moremy wife had the Pulled Pork Sandwich with coleslaw. Both were very tasty at a reasonable price. Theresa was our server who was very friendly and attentive.

Sensational omelette

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Chicken fried steak and eggs

New York Pizzeria

3.5(218 reviews)

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My family loves to order dinner from here! They have our favorite subs and pizza. My favorite is…read moretheir eggplant parm that is absolutely doused in sauce. So good. They're fast with their takeout orders and never miss.

My son and daughter in law visited this location today. I was very upset to hear of their…read moreexperience and thought it would be good to share in the event that someone else has been treated with the same lack of professionalism and customer service. Here is their story. After paying for a large pizza and a 2 liter plus a tip, my daughter in law inquired if they charged for ranch dressing. They do, so they proceeded with purchasing a few ranch and three cookies that they have at the register. While paying for the additional items, the lady at the register accused her of stealing a cookie. Insisting that she had put a cookie in her purse, the shop lady demanded that she open her bag. She obliged, of course, because there was nothing to hide but honestly, why would anyone steal a $2 cookie after purchasing all the other items, paying extra for the dressing, and even leaving a tip? All this to say, think twice about visiting this pizza store, you could be falsely accused!

Lunch Specials menu (as of 7/24/23)

Dinner Specials menu (as of 7/24/23)

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Large Pepperoni, Sausage & Black Olive

Chanida Thai Cuisine

4.4(321 reviews)

0.7 mi

Had this hidden gem for lunch today. Was greeted by a…read moresweet lady, who promptly seated us. We had a variety of choices to order off there menu. For $14 you get a beyond full tummy with enough to take home for lunch tomorrow! The meal to dine in also comes with a cup of tom kha soup, and a drink. Like where can you get that for this price in today's crazy economy! The food was perfect, flavorful. The salad has a ginger dressing with a hint of sweetness. Soooo good! Highly recommended!

Definitely a family owned business. I think there was just one server for the restaurant and yet,…read morethe service was quick and she was so nice and helpful. The interior is really nice with super cool wooden carvings on the wall, Thai decor tablecloths under the glass at the tables, a little pond, and low lighting. The food was great! We ordered a bunch of stuff for our group of 8 and shared it all. Everything was good but I especially liked the curry and the fried rice.

Inside decor

Chicken Satay

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21 Sushi House - Calimesa

4.2(473 reviews)

I had the 9-piece sashimi and it was delicious and fresh. Very generous portions and the flavor of…read morethe yellow tail was one of the best I have had. Definitely plan to be back with my family. great service and friendly staff

I enjoyed their sushi rolls and miso soup and baked mussels…read more But their wasabi has no heat or taste like it's supposed to be. It made very bland and old tasting I always get take out never go into the restaurant part to sit.

Rainbow roll, Salmon Nigiri, Popcorn Lobster Roll, Crunch Roll

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Spider Roll

Clarkies Diner

4.7(1.1k reviews)

0.4 mi

Somehow, I got lucky and managed to find this friendly, cute, rough-around-the-edges kind of small…read moretown diner known for their great breakfasts, in the middle of nowhere. The only reason it caught my eye was because our tax preparer was just down the street. It was obviously well loved by the locals after reading their great reviews and seeing a full parking lot. And this was on a Wednesday. We only had time for a quick bite, ordering nothing out of the ordinary. A quickie breakfast of sausage, scrambled eggs, and pancake, were all we had, but everything was nicely done. The pancake was big, light and airy, served with a carafe of warm syrup and a huge scoop of butter. The scrambled eggs were moist and fluffy, the sausage was basically a Farmer John sausage patty that was properly warmed but not overcooked, and very good tasting. My only criticism was the coffee being too thin for my liking, but keeping our coffee mugs filled was something they definitely did well! The service was wonderful. They knew we were in a rush, and handled us with TLC the entire 35 minutes we had. What I do know is, I will be looking forward to our next tax appointment, hah, knowing our morning will start off right here. Next time...chicken fried steak, or maybe a bowl of hearty homemade soup, y'all!

Clarkie's Diner is such a great spot when you're craving a solid, satisfying meal. The ambience is…read morediner chic--clean, cozy, and with that classic vibe that makes you want to hang out a while. The service was great, and our food came out quickly, which is always a win. I ordered the turkey club with fries, and it absolutely hit the mark. The sandwich had perfectly crispy bread with moist, flavorful turkey--every bite was spot on. The fries were just as impressive: crispy, well-seasoned, and seriously addictive. The real standout combo though? Dipping those fries in their house made ranch, so good. Definitely a meal I'll be thinking about and coming back for!