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Tony's French Dips

4.4 (311 reviews)
ModerateSandwiches, French, Salad
Closed • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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April K.

Just heard about Tony's recently and decided to try it out while I was in the neighborhood. I can't believe I've missed it all these years, especially growing up in the area. We ordered two beef dips with potato salad and macaroni salad and everything was delicious. Beef dip had a good portion of meat on fresh bread, along with the au jus making it a simple but perfect sandwich. Potato salad was done right and my kids said the macaroni salad was really good. Even the pickle served on the side was good. Staff were friendly and service was efficient, we received our food shortly after ordering. Lots of open seating, with additional seating area over on the side. It has a cool old school deli vide with a hometown feel, and we loved all the memorabilia, Dodger's bobble heads and old photos. Definitely will be coming back soon.

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Thom C.

Tony's you are legendary !! I went with the half pastrami and half beef both were tender, flavorful, and hit the spot. You absolutely cannot skip the potato salad; it's easily the best in the area. To top it off, the staff provides genuine service with a smile. We have been many times and we will continue to come back forever.

Beef dip and potato salad
Nathan A.

Been in my bookmarks list for sometime and I'm always on the hunt for a good sandwich. This spot is nearby where I work so I decided to try it today. I ordered the beef dip sandwich and potato salad and it came out to about $16. I also asked for horseradish, hot mustard, and a pickle on the side. I thought the sandwich was a perfect size and the roast beef in it was a generous amount. The au jus was really good as it wasn't salty at all and it had a good beefy flavor. The restaurant has plenty of seating and the staff was very polite. I get a really homey/family feeling with the staff, so you know they'll take care of you. The vibe is very similar to Philippe's out in LA. The only thing that affected me was that there wasn't really any parking on the street. You may have to walk a little bit from where you park but it's not too bad. Solid quality food.

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Mike M.

The oldest restaurant in Pomona, pumping out French Dips since 1958. This was my first time here. The place is very old school, in a divey neighborhood. Easy to park on the street and not crowded at all during the weekday lunch hour. Very nice staff, including one kind lady that has worked here for 50 years. Lots of seating and decorated like a place from the distant past. I loved it. I opted for the 1/2 and 1/2 so I was able to try both the pastrami and beef dip. The sandwich was delicious, but expensive. $17 for the sandwich, aju, pickle spear, peppers and a small potato salad. Honestly, you get a much bigger sandwich for $12 at The Hat but I enjoyed my meal nonetheless. I love old school places like this.

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Pedro A.

As of 3/3/26 Tony's has 4.3 stars out of 295 reviews. That's a solid number. I absolutely love hidden gem establishments. (Restaurants, coffee shops, pool halls, clothing stores, barbers, auto mechanics, etc.). Unfortunately, Tony's should remain hidden since it's far from being a gem. The 4.3 stars lured me to this spot. It's pretty divey inside, which gives it some charm I suppose. Two ladies were working the day I visited. 1 cashier and 1 sando prep. I ordered the 1/2 beef 1/2 pastrami dip. One sip of the au jus told me it was not going to be a good sando. The beef was typical roast beef. Nothing special. The pastrami was overly fatty. Not the melt in your mouth, delicious buttery fatty. The opposite of that. The bread was horrible. Really chewy and a taste like it wasn't baked long enough. I DO NOT like writing negative reviews, especially for small family businesses since I consider these kinds of small mom & pop shops as truly where dreams are made. I'm guessing this spot used to be a LOT better back in the day considering the 4.3 stars.

Bill D.

If you're in the mood for a really good French dip and don't mind paying a bit more for something done right, this spot hits the mark.

Josiah L.

BEST FRENCH DIP IVE EVER HAVE IM NOT KIDDING YOU !!!! Service was very helpful and welcoming. Ambiance is my favorite part, Wooden seats and tables, a little bar area to sit, antiques and Budweiser beer signs all over the place. It's great, has that old charm to it. Definitely a 10/10 oh and don't skip out on the carrot cake soooo good !

Half and half French dip
Julio C.

Let's start with the service. The service was excellent, and the ladies were great and friendly. Great attitudes. All the way around. This place reminds me of Philippe The Original in Downtown Los Angeles. It was my first time coming here, and I like the vibe. They should have more signs because they are in an industrial area. So, I believe people just passed by this gem. The food was good, not like Philippe's, but good. The bun was dry. It feels like they didn't dip the sandwich. I got the half and half. I got half roast beef and half ham. The au jus does not have flavor. It tasted like water. That was disappointing. I would go back.

Pastrami and potato salad
Victor R.

Foo was good got had and half. Grinder and pastrami very good food well prepared. The cherry on top is the potato salad very good ordered extra to go.

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I was craving a pastrami since last week and loved it. My Parents go there all the time and the food is delicious and always tasty

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This place is great. Old school, nice staff, great food. Old decor feels like you are stepping back in time.

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Ok, ok, it is not fancy ... but it does not have to be! The sandwiches are old-time, amazing ! Coleslaw isn't bad either !

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Great pastrami and french dip! No photo because we ate so fast. Will definitely be back when we are in the area. Old school vibes

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Ambiance: It's upscale, however they could work on the…read morespacing between tables; specifically, the table for a large group blocking the walkway. It makes it difficult to exit when there's other people dining there and waiters moving around. Loved all of the cat decorations and how they kept the red theme going. It's quite dim, but personally that's preferable to it being extremely florescent and bright. Service: Johannes was very pleasant. Food: We came because we wanted to eat escargot. Our favorite French restaurant, Le Gourmet in Upland closed in 2024 or 2025 so we needed to find a new French place. The lamb loin in lingonberry sauce was wonderfully complex with the savory cheese complemented well by the sweet lingonberry. The escargot was perfect. The only caveat was that we tried the pastries of the day -- one was a puff pastry, forgetting the flavor/name and some kind of cake, maybe Napoleon? We did not care for the desserts at all, if I were to get another dessert I'd probably stick with the crème brulée. The bread and salty whipped butter were delicious, seemed house-made? The bread was slightly sweet and I had to hold myself back from gorging on it. Parking: Parked in a nearby garage for $20. I think there was an event going on.

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I hadn't been here in about 10 years. Our last experience wasn't great, largely because of our…read moreserver, and I remembered the restaurant as feeling claustrophobic, dark, and a bit dungeon-like. We returned with friends and were pleasantly surprised by how lively it felt. The space is still a little tight, but it was filled with younger couple, though maybe I'm just the old person in the room now. In any case, we enjoyed our meal, and the service was excellent. I'm planning to come back and add this restaurant back into our regular rotation. We usually go to Summit House or Brea Chop House, but we'll definitely give this place another try.

So unfair and incredibly disappointing. We have been loyal…read morecustomers of The Cellar for more than 17 years, which is why this experience was particularly upsetting. Before our visit, we called specifically to request the Taylor/Burton booth, a booth we have enjoyed many times over the years. We triple-confirmed the request -- during our phone call, in our reservation confirmation, and again at check-in. We were then seated at a different booth and were led to believe that it was the booth we had specifically requested. When we later realized that it was not, we were extremely disappointed. What made the situation even more frustrating was that the Taylor/Burton booth was apparently being held for another party and already had flowers on the table, despite our being told that seating was first come, first served. When I asked to speak with a manager, the response was equally disappointing. Rather than acknowledging the misunderstanding, offering an explanation, or attempting to find a reasonable solution, the manager's response left us feeling dismissed and, frankly, as though we were being made to question what we had been told. He needs Hospitality 101- as his "service ambassadorship" is truly horrific. I get better service at In-N-Out. After 17 years of loyalty, we expected much better communication and hospitality. Mistakes happen -- but honesty, transparency, and a sincere effort to make things right are what matter. Please don't tell loyal customers something simply because it is easier in the moment. Be honest. Have integrity. Communicate clearly. And when something goes wrong, take responsibility and try to make it right. This experience was incredibly disappointing, and the handling of it made the situation far worse than it needed to be.

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4.5(337 reviews)
25.4 mi
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We had a tremendous breakfast at their new location yesterday, in University Village, 1201…read moreUniversity Ave, Riverside close to the UCR campus. The owner, his wife and family delivered a fantastic meal and impeccable service. Several folks in our group ordered the brioche french toast which has got to be one of their signature dishes. It was so good, we ordered another serving. The omelets and short rib sandwich and eggs Benedit were also outstanding, plus the coffee was really really good. This is a must venue for anyone visiting or looking for a great restaurant in Riverside. Just wish I took pictures of the food, by the time I thought of it all we had were clean plates.

Café La Reve is a cozy, homey French café tucked away in a quiet plaza in Orangecrest that…read moreimmediately took me back to my visits to France. Like true Parisian style, you'll need to make a reservation because seating is limited and this spot is quite popular. My boyfriend and I were very fortunate they had a table available when we visited (we didn't know it was reservations-only) but the staff kindly seated us. Next time, I'll definitely call ahead. Right away, you're greeted by a warm and welcoming mother-daughter duo. They patiently walked us through the menu and shared the specials of the day. The chef himself came out to say hello and even took the time to explain a few items we were curious about. Soft French music plays in the background, creating such a calm, inviting atmosphere. *Plain Croissant: A perfect classic. Flaky on the outside, soft on the inside; it's exactly what you'd want from a traditional croissant. I'd come back just for their pastries alone, though this time I was excited to try their savory breakfast items. *Croque Monsieur: Absolutely delicious and wonderfully authentic. I ordered it with ham in the traditional style, and it came with creamy béchamel and melted cheese layered perfectly on top. The portion was generous and satisfying. You can add an egg to turn it into a Croque Madame. This came with a Provençal tomato and a potato pavé on the side, both of which were flavorful and beautifully prepared. The pavé, with its delicate layers, was such a standout. I haven't seen these sides offered at other French restaurants in the U.S., and I'd honestly return just for them. *Machaca Frances: My boyfriend ordered this dish, and it was such a pleasant surprise as a creative, well-executed blend of flavors. The short rib was incredibly tender, paired with potatoes, caramelized onions, and more, all wrapped up in a soft tortilla. The fresh pico, sauce, and avocado on top tied it all together perfectly. When my boyfriend mentioned he was eyeing this dish, the chef smiled and said the machaca filling was similar to beef bourguignon, and he was right! It had that same rich, deep, savory flavor. If they ever have actual beef bourguignon on the menu, I'd order it in a heartbeat based on how good this was. *Side salad: This had fresh greens, carrots, and caramelized onions, with oven-roasted tomatoes, and more, drizzled in a rich balsamic reduction.You could tell a lot of effort went into even the salad, and it tied the dishes together beautifully. This café really reminded me of France, which I miss so much. The space is clean, the atmosphere is warm, and you can tell the staff knows their regulars well. It's the kind of place that makes you feel like family as soon as you walk in. Spots like this are rare for both atmosphere and traditional French cuisine, especially around here, which makes Café La Reve feel even more special. I'm already planning my next visit to try their sweet breakfast options and maybe a lunch entrée. I saw in another review that they also offer dinner on Fridays by reservation, something I'm excited to experience soon. Thank you to the entire team for your kindness and hospitality. Café La Reve is a true gem, and I can't wait to come back.

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4.2(8.1k reviews)
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What a fantastic place! It took me working with an…read moreex-employee of Republique to even find out this place existed. His advice: "go in the morning, their cakes and pastries are killer; a long line forms even before they open, it will be worth it" it's hard to not go broke here, they have sometimes unnusual combinations of pastries that are always incredible! Their chocolate + salted caramel cake is my husband's favorite, its a bit much for me but I cannot deny its beauty and quality. I love all the passion fruit desserts, their danishes, anything with Caramel is also my husband's jam. Come hungry, eat something here, take some home. When dining in I've loved a slice of their quiche of the day, they give you a nice side salad with a zesty dressing, I also love ordering the baguette with salted slow-churned cultured butter (Rodolphe Le Meuiner Beurre de Baratte) and jam - simple but WOW! Fantastic place for those coming to LA for the first time, the building is just gorgeous, and for those who live in LA: you should come! I love a good french pastry, I don't come in often but when I do I am always satisfied

The French toast is out of this world!…read more I first visited République about 5-6 years ago for brunch, and the food was pretty bad. I recently went back to try their famous French toast, but they were sold out that day. We ended up ordering a burger, kimchi fried rice, and adobo fried rice, and all three were mediocre at best. A few weeks later, I gave them another shot, and OMG, the French toast was so good! It was crispy on the outside and very soft on the inside. Hands down, one of the best French toasts I've ever had! The other dishes I tried were disappointing, but the French toast alone made me glad I came back. Just make sure to get there early before they sell out!

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4.4(452 reviews)
24.5 mi•Downtown
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The food and atmosphere at Entre Nous were wonderful. We've enjoyed cuisine all over the world and…read moresomehow didn't realize this gem was right here in our Pasadena neighborhood. I walk by daily! So glad we finally came in. The baguette was perfect, crispy on the outside and warm on the inside. The salad with house vinaigrette was perfection, and the oysters from British Columbia were incredibly fresh and delicious. I had the Short Rib Ravioli with braised beef, and Linda had the duck confit, which she loved. She enjoyed a glass of red wine, I had a bottle of Coke, and we finished by sharing an amazing Tarte Tatin with ice cream. The unexpected highlight was the personality of the two owners. Their playful banter, including throwing each other under the bus in the funniest way, made the whole evening. We love humor and personality, and the combination of beautiful food, a wonderful atmosphere, and plenty of laughs made this such a fun night. We'll be back! Jeffery and Linda

I came here for dinner with my friend! We shared everything - Salade d'Eendives au Roquefort,…read moreEntrecote Au Poivre and Cacio e Pepe. The salad was sooo good and I loved that the endive wasn't bitter at all which it often can be. I think the cacio e pepe could've used a bit more flavor but the texture was good and steak/fries were a great classic. The service was great/fast and the place was super cute.

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The Little Door

4.1(3k reviews)
36.1 mi•Beverly Grove
•$$$$
Vegan friendly
Romantic vibe

The Little Door is gorgeous! The string lights and indoor trees make this the perfect, romantic…read moredate night spot. The servers are also very personable and make you feel right at home. And the food, which skews rustic/French/Mediterranean, is phenomenal as well. I highly recommend getting an order of baguettes with butter. They come out warm and fresh. The grilled octopus with avocado mousse and toasted hazelnuts is always charred to perfection. And the Portuguese piri-piri shrimp is extremely flavorful as well. For entrees, I almost always get the fresh pappardelle, served with a poached egg on top. With creme fraiche and porcini mushrooms, the dish is so creamy, eggy, and rich. Could almost lick the bowl when I'm done. Don't skip dessert. They have a consistently fantastic dessert menu, including a decadent pumpkin basque cheesecake that made my mouth water on a recent visit.

Warning: If you're thinking of choosing The Little Door for an anniversary or a romantic date, I'd…read morerecommend looking ELSEWHERE. The ambience is pretty, especially the area with the lights on the ceiling, but the overall vibe felt more lively and party-like THAN romantic. The music was house music, there was a lot going on, and some people showed up in costumes with groups of friends. If you want to spend time with your friends I say come here but don't expect the food to be good. If you saw this place from TikTok and thought it would feel like a little Disney scene it really didn't feel that way to me. My boyfriend and I waited about 15 minutes past our reservation time to be seated, even though it wasn't very busy. The staff was flexible and nice about moving us to a diff spot near the lights, which I appreciated. But we still waited a full hour for our food, and no one checked in on us until after it arrived :/ My bf ordered the $80 steak, which was a small portion and wasn't very good. He said he didn't like how the potatoes were made it was super chunky and they have it with green beans instead of asparagus if that's your preference... but we've seen juicier, larger steak at Nonna's for $20 less. As for me I ordered the pappardelle, but I didn't enjoy it. The noodles tasted doughy, and didn't like how they cut out leaf peas and fried garlic in the mixture... so we were not fans of the food. As for the housemade malawach bread it was super oily and the leafs on top were long. I mean presentation of the food was cute but not tasty or enjoyable lol. The setting is nice, but the service and food didn't live up to what we expected. For a more romantic dinner, I'd choose somewhere like Cara or Nonna's instead because this was just super disappointing for my 2 year anniversary dinner experience.

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The Wild Artichoke

4.3(797 reviews)
11.7 mi
•$$$
Established in 2000
Takes reservations

What a hidden gem!! Chef Joo really impressed us with his…read moretasting menu as it was hit after hit. The food was generous with high quality ingredients (like the Uni pasta that was surrounded with uni sauce, a fat piece of uni on top and decorated with grated dried uni). The flavors were well thought out - by taste and by visual, it was evident how much care was put into each dish. We scrapped every dish for every last bit of sauce. Service was extremely attentive and well informed about each course. Chef Joo even came to greet us towards the end of the meal. It was insightful to hear about his vision and philosophy for his craft. We will be come back to try everything on the menu!

What a disapointing experience. The positive…read more The initial reception from the server and the Hamachi Crudo. It quickly went downhill from there. The folks seated next to us ordered the lamb chop medium and it came out medium rare. It looked great but was slightly underdone for what they expected. Next, my wife's lamb came out and was grey to the color and cooked beyond medium. We asked for another dish to be fired. Instead the chef sent the server back out and asked that my wife sample the lamb as the grey color was caused by the sauce rather than the meat being overcooked. It was overcooked. In many years of fine dining we have rarely sent back an entree but when we have the restaurant has always made the effort to correct concern not blame the customer. Diners at both of our adjoining tables were also surprised by how the restaurant handled the issue. I had the Uni Pasta which was very salty to the point that you could not taste the Uni. We were hoping to add another nice dining experience restaurant to our go to places. Wild Artichoke will not be on this list.

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