01
Best overall pick
Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill
Near The Shoppes At Chino Hills • Lively Barbecue And Grill • Group-Friendly Dinner Pick
Slow-smoked meats, generous portions, and friendly service make this the go-to barbecue spot for Chino Hills locals.
Wood Ranch leans into the classic barbecue playbook with tri tip, baby back ribs, and brisket that arrive with a proper smoke ring and plenty of sauce on the side. The warm garlic rolls and loaded sides—think mac and cheese or baked beans—are almost a meal on their own. With a full bar, buzzy dining room, and easy access from the shopping center, it’s a natural choice for meetups and celebrations.
02
Top brunch spot
Violet Rooster
Central Chino Hills • Modern Brunch Café • Best For Brunch
A cozy, detail-driven café turning out elevated brunch plates without losing the easy neighborhood feel.
Violet Rooster is where locals linger over coffee and a second round of pancakes on slow mornings. The menu leans inventive—loaded toasts, exactingly poached eggs, and seasonal specials—while still nailing comforting staples like crispy potatoes and fluffy omelets. Expect a wait on weekends, but the polished plates and relaxed energy make it worth building into your morning plans.
03
Best sandwich stop
Roscoe's Famous Deli
Chino Hills Parkway Area • Old-School Deli And Bar • Casual Hangout
Part sports bar, part old-school deli, this spot delivers stacked sandwiches and a lively, lived-in bar scene.
Roscoe's is the kind of place where the sandwiches come out bigger than you expect and the napkins never quite keep up. Piled-high pastrami, stuffed cold cuts, and classic sides make it ideal for a hearty, no-fuss lunch or an easy dinner. With a long bar, plenty of TVs, and a friendly regulars crowd, it doubles as a low-key spot to catch a game or unwind after work.
04
Best for big groups
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Pipeline Avenue Retail Strip • Bustling Brewhouse Restaurant • Game-Day Favorite
A big-tent crowd-pleaser with a long menu, house beers, and enough TVs to keep every sports fan happy.
BJ's is built for group outings, with an almost encyclopedic menu that runs from deep-dish pizzas and burgers to salads and pastas. The in-house brews and sweet-tooth magnet Pizookie desserts make it easy to stretch a casual meal into a full night out. It’s loud, busy, and reliably energetic—exactly what you want when you’re rolling in with family, teammates, or a big birthday crew.
05
Best Chinese standby
Happy Kitchen
Grand Avenue Corridor • Homey Chinese Comfort-Food Spot • Go-To For Chinese Takeout
Longtime locals come here for reliably comforting Chinese classics, generous portions, and efficient service.
Happy Kitchen focuses on the crowd-pleasing end of Chinese-American cooking, from orange chicken and beef chow mein to salt-and-pepper shrimp and hot soup on chilly nights. The room is straightforward and unpretentious, with most of the hustle centered around steady takeout orders. It’s the kind of dependable neighborhood place you keep on speed dial for weeknight dinners and low-effort gatherings at home.