01
Best overall pick
Caprice Café
Historic Downtown State Street • Upscale California Bistro • Best Overall Pick
A polished but relaxed downtown standby with a broad menu, good wine, and one of Redlands’ nicest patios.[1]
Caprice Café has long been a go-to in Historic Downtown Redlands for everything from work lunches to special-occasion dinners.[1][3] The menu ranges from pastas and big salads to steaks and seafood, and the leafy atrium and covered patio keep the room feeling bright even on busy nights.[1][3] Book ahead on weekends if you want a prime patio table for people-watching across from Ed Hales Park.[1]
02
Polished Italian chophouse
Citrone Italian Chophouse
Central Redlands • Italian Chophouse With A Classic Feel • Refined Date-Night Choice
A quietly upscale Italian chophouse known for steaks, pastas, and a relaxed, grown-up dining room.[4]
Established in 1995, Citrone Italian Chophouse specializes in polished plates that land somewhere between comforting and special-occasion.[4] You will find prime steaks, chops, and seafood alongside housemade pastas, all in a warmly lit room that suits anniversaries as well as business dinners.[4] Ask about nightly specials if you want something a little off-menu without going too experimental.[4]
03
Classic steakhouse institution
The Tartan of Redlands
Downtown Orange Street • Classic American Steakhouse And Lounge • Special-Occasion Steakhouse
Old-school charm, strong drinks, and big plates of steakhouse fare make The Tartan feel like a local institution.[5]
The Tartan of Redlands leans into the classic steakhouse playbook with prime-cut steaks, rich sides, and a dark, clubby bar that locals treat as a second living room.[5] The menu balances throwback favorites with a few seasonal dishes, and the bartenders know their way around a proper martini or old fashioned.[5] It is the spot you book when you want a celebratory dinner that still feels comfortably Redlands rather than overly formal.[5]
04
Brunch-and-cocktails favorite
Copehouse Bar & Bistro
Downtown Citrus Avenue • Lively American Bar And Bistro • Best For Brunch And Cocktails
A stylish downtown bistro with a big bar, popular weekend brunch, and a menu that works for both date night and group hangs.[2]
Copehouse Bar & Bistro in Downtown Redlands serves brunch, lunch, and dinner, making it an easy pick whether you are starting your day or stretching into late night.[2] The kitchen covers American comfort food with a few global detours, while the bar keeps things social with cocktails and local beers, especially on busy weekend evenings.[2] It is an especially good call if your group wants one place where you can linger from drinks into dinner without changing venues.[2]
05
Craft burger standout
Eureka! Redlands
Packinghouse District • Casual Craft Burger And Whiskey Bar • Casual Group Hangout
A busy spot for gourmet burgers, shareable plates, and a strong lineup of craft beer and whiskey.
Eureka! Redlands brings a lively, modern pub energy to the Packinghouse District, with a menu built around creative burgers and bar food that feels upgraded rather than fussy. It is the kind of place where you can catch a game, split a few starters, and work your way through rotating taps or a deep whiskey list. The big patio and communal tables make it especially friendly for after-work meetups and casual group dinners.