Guidebook for Redlands

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Guidebook for Redlands

Food Scene

Excellent cuisine, variety of vegan and carnivorous options. Be prepared, this restaurant is very busy. We often order carry-out style and eat at home al fresco or in the dining room. Menu and reviews available on Yelp.
6 locals recommend
Thai House Restaurant
1824 W Redlands Blvd
6 locals recommend
Excellent cuisine, variety of vegan and carnivorous options. Be prepared, this restaurant is very busy. We often order carry-out style and eat at home al fresco or in the dining room. Menu and reviews available on Yelp.
Excellent artisan coffee house. Frequently awarded for national and international competitions. Lovely small interior space, small patio in front and larger patio out back where music is also served live (see schedule).
22 locals recommend
Augie's Coffee House
300 E State St
22 locals recommend
Excellent artisan coffee house. Frequently awarded for national and international competitions. Lovely small interior space, small patio in front and larger patio out back where music is also served live (see schedule).
Excellent local coffee house with a variety of pastries to enjoy as well. Very relaxed location with lots of indoor and patio seating.
13 locals recommend
Stell Coffee & Tea Co
1580 Barton Rd
13 locals recommend
Excellent local coffee house with a variety of pastries to enjoy as well. Very relaxed location with lots of indoor and patio seating.
Our favorite breakfast and lunch spot! A local favorite that recently relocated to Brookside Avenue due to demand, wait times have decreased considerably, but if you can, go early on the weekend or wait and head over for brunch or early lunch during the week. It is a true cafe and the house specialty is the coffee cake. We recommend a slice to go to savor at home in the evening or for breakfast the following day! New Address: 1150 Brookside Avenue, Redlands, CA 92373
17 locals recommend
Carolyn's Cafe
1150 Brookside Ave
17 locals recommend
Our favorite breakfast and lunch spot! A local favorite that recently relocated to Brookside Avenue due to demand, wait times have decreased considerably, but if you can, go early on the weekend or wait and head over for brunch or early lunch during the week. It is a true cafe and the house specialty is the coffee cake. We recommend a slice to go to savor at home in the evening or for breakfast the following day! New Address: 1150 Brookside Avenue, Redlands, CA 92373
Arrive early for coffee that originates from locally-roasted beans. While you're there pick up a fresh-made sandwich for lunch (they go quickly!) Or... stop by for lunch and a delicious grilled cheese sandwich with olde tyme bottled sodas, root beers, or sarsaparilla. Indoor and patio seating available.
21 locals recommend
Olive Avenue Market
530 W Olive Ave
21 locals recommend
Arrive early for coffee that originates from locally-roasted beans. While you're there pick up a fresh-made sandwich for lunch (they go quickly!) Or... stop by for lunch and a delicious grilled cheese sandwich with olde tyme bottled sodas, root beers, or sarsaparilla. Indoor and patio seating available.
http://www.citronerestaurant.com/home Extensive wine menu, with exceptional California selection, multiple awards received for this aspect. Described as, "Manhattan meets Napa Valley." Excellent white-linen atmosphere with knowledgeable service staff. Great place for a romantic or business dinner, very quiet atmosphere, your kids would not be enamored with the milieu, but you will love it!
10 locals recommend
Citrone
255 Orange St
10 locals recommend
http://www.citronerestaurant.com/home Extensive wine menu, with exceptional California selection, multiple awards received for this aspect. Described as, "Manhattan meets Napa Valley." Excellent white-linen atmosphere with knowledgeable service staff. Great place for a romantic or business dinner, very quiet atmosphere, your kids would not be enamored with the milieu, but you will love it!
http://thestaterestaurant.com/index.html Closed Sunday Evening Absolutely beautiful presentations and exceptionally fresh fare. If you are a, "foodie," you will love The State! Seasonal menu means every visit brings a new adventure to your palate. Suitable for omnivores and herbivores alike - something for everyone and everything delicious!
21 locals recommend
The State
22 E State St
21 locals recommend
http://thestaterestaurant.com/index.html Closed Sunday Evening Absolutely beautiful presentations and exceptionally fresh fare. If you are a, "foodie," you will love The State! Seasonal menu means every visit brings a new adventure to your palate. Suitable for omnivores and herbivores alike - something for everyone and everything delicious!
https://aboutredlands.com/businesses/1251-rok-n-fondue Fun place to eat with a group, volcanic rock cooking and cheese or chocolate fondue make it a communal eating experience that is fun! Nice assortment of cocktails/martini's.
11 locals recommend
Rok N Fondue
25 E State St
11 locals recommend
https://aboutredlands.com/businesses/1251-rok-n-fondue Fun place to eat with a group, volcanic rock cooking and cheese or chocolate fondue make it a communal eating experience that is fun! Nice assortment of cocktails/martini's.
https://www.capricecafe.com/ Closed Sunday Excellent wine list and fine cuisine. Lunch and dinner, really beautiful and delicious artisan meals. Good for omnivores and pairings available to make a tasty vegetarian entree as well.
12 locals recommend
Caprice Cafe
104 E State St
12 locals recommend
https://www.capricecafe.com/ Closed Sunday Excellent wine list and fine cuisine. Lunch and dinner, really beautiful and delicious artisan meals. Good for omnivores and pairings available to make a tasty vegetarian entree as well.
http://www.gourmetpizzas.com/zgrid/themes/60/portal/index.jsp Incredible array of choices! They have a standard menu, but enable you to build your own pie as well. Traditional Italian items, but favorites like cauliflower buffalo bites and brown butter butternut squash ravioli are other reasons to try them out! Local beers on tap and wine available by the glass. This is a great location for kids/families too! Check out the book basket at the front of the venue that allows kids a non-tech diversion at the table. Not a quiet site, this is fun and carefree locally-owned establishment that you will love. Occasional Groupons, so check there for great deals before you arrive!
10 locals recommend
The Gourmet Pizza Shoppe
120 E State St
10 locals recommend
http://www.gourmetpizzas.com/zgrid/themes/60/portal/index.jsp Incredible array of choices! They have a standard menu, but enable you to build your own pie as well. Traditional Italian items, but favorites like cauliflower buffalo bites and brown butter butternut squash ravioli are other reasons to try them out! Local beers on tap and wine available by the glass. This is a great location for kids/families too! Check out the book basket at the front of the venue that allows kids a non-tech diversion at the table. Not a quiet site, this is fun and carefree locally-owned establishment that you will love. Occasional Groupons, so check there for great deals before you arrive!
http://www.murestaurant.com/ Thai fusion, martini bar & lounge. indoor and patio seating. Mu offers great ambience and delicious lunch and dinner fare. I really love this place and the story behind the founder... check out the website for more info.
6 locals recommend
Mu Restaurant
309 W State St
6 locals recommend
http://www.murestaurant.com/ Thai fusion, martini bar & lounge. indoor and patio seating. Mu offers great ambience and delicious lunch and dinner fare. I really love this place and the story behind the founder... check out the website for more info.
http://www.parliamentchocolate.com/ Handmade chocolates using a variety of choice procured beans purchased directly from the growers. Amazing baseline ethics behind this business model and delicious dark chocolates, confections, syrups, and drinking chocolates. Products are sold in store as well as in partner stores throughout town: Augie's, Stell's & Olive Market, also available online.
Parliament Chocolate
16 E Redlands Blvd
http://www.parliamentchocolate.com/ Handmade chocolates using a variety of choice procured beans purchased directly from the growers. Amazing baseline ethics behind this business model and delicious dark chocolates, confections, syrups, and drinking chocolates. Products are sold in store as well as in partner stores throughout town: Augie's, Stell's & Olive Market, also available online.
https://www.allmarthagreen.com/ Southern-born owner, Martha Green, of NPR culinary fame, has created an amazing place to find comfort foods that are made-from-scratch and served in an environment that draws it's ambience from Redlands history. Everyone is a local here! Breakfast and lunch are great, but coffee and tea are great alongside one of their delectable baked goods. Check out the Bakery (The Kneading Room & Dough'Lectibles Bakery) next door on your way out and have a fresh-baked loaf of bread sliced to order.
Eating Room
107 E Citrus Ave
https://www.allmarthagreen.com/ Southern-born owner, Martha Green, of NPR culinary fame, has created an amazing place to find comfort foods that are made-from-scratch and served in an environment that draws it's ambience from Redlands history. Everyone is a local here! Breakfast and lunch are great, but coffee and tea are great alongside one of their delectable baked goods. Check out the Bakery (The Kneading Room & Dough'Lectibles Bakery) next door on your way out and have a fresh-baked loaf of bread sliced to order.
http://www.redpanka.com/ Fresh, fresh, fresh! Delicious Peruvian fare that will have you wondering why you've never tried it before! Simple menu eat-in or carry-out, both options are great! Lunch is really delicious and you may consider splitting with a friend as the portions are large.
Red Panka
1971 W Redlands Blvd
http://www.redpanka.com/ Fresh, fresh, fresh! Delicious Peruvian fare that will have you wondering why you've never tried it before! Simple menu eat-in or carry-out, both options are great! Lunch is really delicious and you may consider splitting with a friend as the portions are large.

Parks & Nature

Great place to take the kids for a little energy-burning fun! The play area is very well-kept and shade sails provide sun protection on hot afternoons. Picnic and grill areas available. Large field for a pick-up game of soccer or catch. Plenty of room to fly a drone with minimal collision. Bathrooms and water fountains available, AMA-accessible parking and paved sidewalks allow everyone to join in the fun regardless ability levels.
Brookside Park
1630 Brookside Ave
Great place to take the kids for a little energy-burning fun! The play area is very well-kept and shade sails provide sun protection on hot afternoons. Picnic and grill areas available. Large field for a pick-up game of soccer or catch. Plenty of room to fly a drone with minimal collision. Bathrooms and water fountains available, AMA-accessible parking and paved sidewalks allow everyone to join in the fun regardless ability levels.

Essentials

Grocer and deli located conveniently within walking distance of the Casita. Specialty items and rare finds with patio eating for delicatessen customers. You may recognize the interior from a past Super Bowl Doritos Commercial :)
11 locals recommend
Gerrards Market
705 W Cypress Ave
11 locals recommend
Grocer and deli located conveniently within walking distance of the Casita. Specialty items and rare finds with patio eating for delicatessen customers. You may recognize the interior from a past Super Bowl Doritos Commercial :)
http://clarksnutrition.com/ Known internationally for their well-educated staff and selection of specialty health food and organic produce as well as bulk selections and vitamin/mineral supplements. If you have any special dietary considerations, the staff here can assist you in compiling a healthy and safe menu while you're in the area. Significant diabetic and gluten-free/celiac options.
6 locals recommend
Clark's Nutrition & Natural Foods Market - Loma Linda
11235 Mountain View Ave
6 locals recommend
http://clarksnutrition.com/ Known internationally for their well-educated staff and selection of specialty health food and organic produce as well as bulk selections and vitamin/mineral supplements. If you have any special dietary considerations, the staff here can assist you in compiling a healthy and safe menu while you're in the area. Significant diabetic and gluten-free/celiac options.
http://www.staterbros.com/ Locally-owned/operated grocer and one of the largest employers in the Inland Empire. This has one-stop shopping to include a traditional grocery store, deli, bakery, butcher. They also delivery same-day if you prefer that option. Within the shopping center are a variety of options for lunch or coffee as well.
259 locals recommend
Stater Bros. Markets
28100 CA-189
259 locals recommend
http://www.staterbros.com/ Locally-owned/operated grocer and one of the largest employers in the Inland Empire. This has one-stop shopping to include a traditional grocery store, deli, bakery, butcher. They also delivery same-day if you prefer that option. Within the shopping center are a variety of options for lunch or coffee as well.
http://www.macguyz.com/index.html During your travels, if your phone screen has cracked, or your iPhone has crashed, this is the place to go for quick, but proper, repair of your device by Apple Certified Technicians. They have an array of services and a price list for reference too. Great service, and friendly personnel... if they aren't able to fix it due to a MS or alternate OS, they have a PC counterpart next door (PC Place).
MacGuyz
414 East Redlands Boulevard
http://www.macguyz.com/index.html During your travels, if your phone screen has cracked, or your iPhone has crashed, this is the place to go for quick, but proper, repair of your device by Apple Certified Technicians. They have an array of services and a price list for reference too. Great service, and friendly personnel... if they aren't able to fix it due to a MS or alternate OS, they have a PC counterpart next door (PC Place).

Shopping

http://citrusplaza.com/ Shopping center with all the well-known franchize stores you would expect, Target, Starbucks, World Market... check out the web site for up-to-date listing of merchants and restaurants.
16 locals recommend
Citrus Plaza
27320 W Lugonia Ave
16 locals recommend
http://citrusplaza.com/ Shopping center with all the well-known franchize stores you would expect, Target, Starbucks, World Market... check out the web site for up-to-date listing of merchants and restaurants.
http://www.majesticrealty.com/projects/mountain-grove Newest addition to the Citrus Plaza shopping experience. Mountain Grove has a nice open-air eating space with pleasant landscaping and access to a variety of restaurants to appeal to everyone in your party. The Habit (burgers), Jimmy Johns (sandwiches), MOD (pizza/salads), Chipotle, and many more.
10 locals recommend
Mountain Grove Shopping Center
27511 San Bernardino Ave
10 locals recommend
http://www.majesticrealty.com/projects/mountain-grove Newest addition to the Citrus Plaza shopping experience. Mountain Grove has a nice open-air eating space with pleasant landscaping and access to a variety of restaurants to appeal to everyone in your party. The Habit (burgers), Jimmy Johns (sandwiches), MOD (pizza/salads), Chipotle, and many more.

Arts & Culture

http://www.lincolnshrine.org/ Closed Mondays Library and museum - check out an amazing architectural endeavor indicative of the 1930's and evolving through renovation and expansion throughout the years. Homage to former President Lincoln.
12 locals recommend
Lincoln Memorial Shrine
125 W Vine St
12 locals recommend
http://www.lincolnshrine.org/ Closed Mondays Library and museum - check out an amazing architectural endeavor indicative of the 1930's and evolving through renovation and expansion throughout the years. Homage to former President Lincoln.
http://www.akspl.org/ Open Daily Located in sight of the Lincoln Shrine, this library is an exhibition of the community philanthropy that has made Redlands well-known throughout Southern California as the, "Jewel of the Inland Empire." Local historians have recently published Redlands in WWII, which can be viewed/purchased at the library. This is a city with a rich history! Storytimes available for the kids at no charge, many special events throughout the year!
7 locals recommend
A K Smiley Public Library
125 W Vine St
7 locals recommend
http://www.akspl.org/ Open Daily Located in sight of the Lincoln Shrine, this library is an exhibition of the community philanthropy that has made Redlands well-known throughout Southern California as the, "Jewel of the Inland Empire." Local historians have recently published Redlands in WWII, which can be viewed/purchased at the library. This is a city with a rich history! Storytimes available for the kids at no charge, many special events throughout the year!

Entertainment & Activities

https://www.harkins.com/locations/mountain-grove-16 Great escape for a rainy day or a blockbuster release that coincides with your stay! Premium seating and adult beverages available. Use the online feature to reserve tickets and choose assigned seating for an experience that meets your expectations. Theater One is the premier venue for new releases and a traditional curtain and introduction experience.
17 locals recommend
Mountain Grove 16
27481 San Bernardino Ave
17 locals recommend
https://www.harkins.com/locations/mountain-grove-16 Great escape for a rainy day or a blockbuster release that coincides with your stay! Premium seating and adult beverages available. Use the online feature to reserve tickets and choose assigned seating for an experience that meets your expectations. Theater One is the premier venue for new releases and a traditional curtain and introduction experience.