Brandon's Diner

3.9 (352 reviews)

ModerateAmerican, Diners, Mexican

Closed • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Carmen M.

1st visit. Server Brandon was excellent and attentive. We ordered breakfast and chicken nuggets lunch, both were delicious. Ambience was lively yet pleasant.

Ann F.

We went there for dinner arriving at 4:15 on a Saturday and was very good experience. Our first time at this location and servers were very good, took our drink orders and then our entrees. I ordered the taco salad with carne asada no tomatoes or guacamole and was pretty good size and tasted very good. I think worth the $16.00. Servers were good at refilling our drinks and gave us boxes to go with our meals. FYI: their hot chocolate is made with water and says at the hostess table no outside food or drinks.

Stephanie C.

My husband and I come to Brandon's often. We love their food specials and friendly service. We recently visited and tried the Avocado toast. I had them add chorizo to the top of the toast and it was like something I've never tried before. The portion was very generous and delicious! I recommend ordering this the next time you are in. Our waitress Stephanie was the best!

Theresa Renee W.

While in the area for an appointment the family and I decided to eat at a local eatery before we headed to another appointment across town. I so happened to see Brandon's Diner while pulling into the plaza nearby my appointment. I quickly looked it up. I was sold! We were quickly seated upon arrival and Mia was our server. Mia brought us the regular menu along with thier weekly specials for the day. We all were excited to try this location. Our drinks came quickly. We overlooked the menu it all looked good. We ordered the Carnitas plate that was in the weekly specials. I wanted fish n onion rings which was on thier regular menu along with chicken tenders with tortilla soup. The soup came out first so my mother-in-law could begin eating. Our food was perfect, service was perfect, Mia was very attentive. Before we left we decided to take an oreo shake to go. We decided to wait on Mia she was servicing many tables alone. So once she was free she came and dropped off shake. We cannot wait to try this establishment again. Plenty parking

Thursday special turkey sausage, eggs, and crispy hash browns

Yvette A.

First time here and was welcomed by Stephanie who was friendly and gave wonderful recommendations. Place is clean and perfect for families. Coffee was tasty!!! Food is fresh, seasoned to taste and serving size was amazing! Hubby had the chilaquiles breakfast and couldn't finish it but it was yummy!! Potatoes were perfect and beans were creamy and tasty! I tasted their Thursday breakfast special (there's a different one for every day of the week) it was delicious!! Turkey sausage, eggs made to order and crispy hash browns!!! Hidden gem!!! We will definitely be back to taste their other plates! The pictures don't the planets justice! Great place! Thank you Stephanie

And it's no coincidence I've come And I can die when I'm done Corned Beef Hash Plate w/ sourdough and sunny & runny eggs

Mojo S.

It's true I praise innovation and coloring outside the lines thinking when it comes to breakfast. I love when restaurants remix hashes or skillets by putting a different kind of meat or new ingredient to the process. Elk hash, walleye hash, hatch chile pork hash, &c...--it's all good to me. That said, I also do love when a restaurant can make the classics confidently and with authority. When I asked how their corned beef hash was, they said it was damn good. And it was. Nothing added, nothing new in the preparation--but they made it like they've been sling cbh for decades. Not to mention their plain hash browns was perfect. They had mixed in the crispy edges into the pile rather than leaving it as an upper and lower shell on the pile. I love when places do this. The rest of the breakfast was good. They maybe buttered my sourdough too much. The eggs were less runny than I would've liked. And I only got 3 refills instead of my usual 5-6 as the server almost ignored checking on me and my coffee for the last ten to fifteen minutes of my meal. I did not like that as I want as much coffee you can make while I'm there. But, otherwise, the meal was impeccable. I like the space was kind of big and comfortable and not jammed into together. There were a lot of cops there at breakfast as it seems to be a popular morning spot for them. But that just says to me the food is a good and a good value because that's where police tend to congregate. All in all, this was a tremendously satisfying breakfast--the lack of coffee refills not withstanding.

Rosabell M.

I'm a sucker for diners...this Brandon's use to be Mimi's Cafe a long time ago. The inside is really clean and nicely decorated! Everyone was so nice and attentive! They have Monday thru Friday breakfast specials. I went with the Tuesday special, which was French toast, 2 eggs and sausage links. I also ordered coffee! For me this is comfort food and it was delicious! The coffee kept on coming too so I welcomed it haha. Overall I had a great experience coming here!

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Jeff H.

Today was a good day to try "Menudo" from Brandon's Diner. They offer it on the weekends and it's made from scratch...homemade. It was absolutely delicious. They offer it in two sizes...small and large bowls with all of the condiments. It did not disappoint. If you're in the area and you enjoy "Menudo," please look no further than Brandon's Diner. I promise you won't be disappointed. Recommendation Only...I would like to see them make it with either a little more hominy or offer hominy on the side for those that prefer more hominy in their menudo.

11/6/24 So excited to finally try Brandon's Cafe

Jennifer W.

11/6/24 Trying a local favorite, BRANDON's is sure to satisfy your (pumpkin pancakes) cravings! Met up with our dear friend at one of his favorite restaurants. He's gotten around to about 19 check-ins at this special place, they must be doing something right! We were seated right away by our wonderful server. Coffee was served to warm us up a bit. I was craving pumpkin pancakes and I just went with a simple combo with scrambled eggs & bacon. Hubby ordered his usual, chorizo. Our friend ordered a burrito. Our food arrived in no time & our cups were always refilled. Our servers on the call, big smiles, efficient & friendly. I can definitely see the draw for locals to keep coming by for delicious food & great service. Aesthetics? This place is clean & tastefully decorated the way Mimi's used to be, almost like modern country style. The huge pumpkin pancakes really hit the spot--moist, fluffy, somewhat dense with a little plump & chew-the way I prefer it. It paired very well with the coffee. It was a great dining experience with great food, service, ambiance,,,

Judy a.

The food was good. The Menudo was not as good as the one on foothill. But it was good. . Kathy was exceptional with her customer service . Will be back .

Great food Great service My server karla was amazing. Me and my family will definitely be back.

Victor H.

First time we been here. We like the other diner down the street but we wanted to try something different. The place wasn't crowded on a Saturday night so service was good and hostess was friendly. The menu was kinda too big so took a while to decide what to get, breakfast, dinner and good selection of Mexican food My only complaint is that the senior menu is only Mon-Fri I had fish and chips, a little oily but ok. Wife had Mexican breakfast eggs with enchiladas. Prices very comparable to other local diners Will be back when we're in the area

Shweta P.

Great customer service!! FOOD WAS DELICIOUS! Highly recommended! The quantity of foods was awesome!

Lunch special $10 for turkey pesto and fries 1/2025

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AJ B.

2 years ago

I recently ate at Brandon's and as usual, the food was delicious. but what really caught my attention was my server, Leilani. she was a breath of fresher in a black, and white world. She was nice, friendly, and obviously wanted to do a good job.I applaud Brandon's for doing hiring someone who is challenged and putting her out in front of the public: But even more I want to encourage this young lady to keep showing up and shattering the stigma attached to people with disabilities read more

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Ellie D.

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Leilani best hostess ever! Thank you for your great Customer service , She's great always smiling and so kind . You're amazing girl !

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Susan B.

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4 years ago

Now hubbies meal was fine but basket of shrimp and nasty cocktail sauce was frozen It's just not the same without cocktail sauce read more

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Jeff L.

3 years ago

The food was awful I ll keep.going to the Foothill location. The manager should be fired didn't even have the balls to come over to apologize made the waitress due is job. Poor excuse as a man to make your waitress do your job read more

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Liv N.

4 years ago

If you like great service and delicious fresh food this is the place, thank you Kathy for making our breakfast experience so pleasant read more

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Ashley M.

2 years ago

Best drinks, prices, ambiance, & laughs! Thank you ROSA for the fire drinks & your attentive service. Killin it Brandon's

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Don R.

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3 years ago

Stopped in for breakfast today found the service slow at best, windows were dirty along with the floor ! The menu was way overpriced and the food was taste less. I was referred by a friend to visit this restaurant, well after today I'll be looking for a new friend ! 1 star was very generous ! read more

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cindy d.

2 years ago

So came to my fav spot today after my run .. wanted a drink lol they got the mai tai a little confused they went back made it fire loved it and also brought me a free drink food was bomb as always I love this place and the staff thank you guys read more

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David G.

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4 years ago

I was at this diner about a month ago for lunch. My wife ordered an entrée and I ordered a lamb Gyro platter after about 15 minutes. The server came back and said "I'm sorry but we're out of lamb" so I had to make another choice which was the tostada salad. The food was OK but the experience wasn't as my wife's meal was brought out much sooner than mine. I would hope in the future the serving staff would immediately notify the customer if an item is not available, so experience of dining, there would be more enjoyable. I've been to other locations, and this is the only one that I've had such an experience at . read more

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Kelly V.

2 years ago

Kathy is such a sweetheart. She gives hometown service. VERY down to earth. I would highly recommend this restaurant based on her service alone. 5 stars read more

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Yve C.

4 years ago

Please go in! Hopefully you get the honor of having KATHY as your waitress! Amazing warm welcoming. Delicious food and all around great atmosphere! Thanks Kathy I will be going back to visit you some more! read more

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Veronica C.

2 years ago

Went to Brandon's on a Saturday afternoon. It was my moms 84th bday my husband left us at the door so we could check in due to my mom is handicapped and I had my coffee in my tumbler and the waitress advised me no outside drinks, that is ridiculous! I had the last of my coffee and the rest of the party was going to order drinks, my husband was upset and said let's go they just missed out on our business we will never go back to Brandon's. read more

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Marjan J.

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Decent food with decent prices. Nothing special. Their customer service is a bit slow compared to other places but I think it is because they are extremely understaffed and current staff is unwilling to work as a team. read more

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Lori H.

3 years ago

It's been a very long time where I get such amazing customers service. I was a waitress for along time and trust me I get the rude people that come in. But what I don't get is the rude waiters and waitresses...but Kathy was a hit. She is so kind so sweet I wish everyone could be a Kathy. She made my day read more

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Mario C.

3 years ago

Place is pretty amazing, service was great. Food was fresh, environment was pleasant!

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Margo U.

4 years ago

Was the most disappointing burrito Had nothing but large onions and lots of bell peppers maybe 4 pieces of small meat and lots of rice no beans The red in the photo is the salsa .will not be going back to this place.this burrito was the Matador. read more

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Priscilla ..

2 years ago

Went to Brandon's for breakfast Galentines. Ordered the Pork chops and eggs. Well, I was very disappointed in this meal. You get two pork chops they were very thin and dry! I ordered eggs over easy and received medium, so the eggs had little yolk to dip my pork chops in. Thanks to having mimosas to help my food with moisture. I don't know it the cook was just off, there wasn't that many people there. So I'm surprised breakfast was not good. I give three stars because our waitress was really good to us with her smile and service. read more

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Katelyn G.

4 years ago

I've been to the other Brandon dinner locations & I recently came to this new upland one & it is very Nice & BIg! So the wait time goes by a lot faster. Everything is upgraded & nice the food is Excellent. My waitress was Kathy & she is Great. She was so sweet & nice. Looking forward to coming back. thanks again Kathy for a great experience read more

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Linda A.

2 years ago

We love Brandon's diner! Kathy is such an awesome server. Friendly and kind and fun. Good energy! Thank you Brandons for having good people serve our food. read more

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Denisse O.

3 years ago

Food is amazing and tasty!!! The only reason why I will not give a 5 star would have to be the service, the waitress we had was not welcoming or attentive I almost felt scared to ask for anything because I did not want to get "the face or a remark" ‍ Maybe she was having a bad day Nonetheless the busboy and greeters where more helpful the last 5 min of my visit than the whole time we were there. I'll see if my review differs next time I come. read more

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Tyonni N.

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Not sure if it is this location in particular as I've always dined at the Alta Loma location primarily, but the tacos are not the Brandon's original tacos they are known for. I ordered 2 shredded beef crunchy tacos to go for lunch. Their tacos have always been piled high with hand shredded cheese. And they have their distinct salsa that goes with them also. These were barely covered with a sprinkle of bagged cheese. And the salsa was also different. I did go back in ask for more cheese and the girls were great and brought me more cheese and another taco with more salsa which I really appreciated. But it's unfortunate that they have raised the price on their tacos so significantly over the years and now they can't even manage to stay true to their beginnings with fresh cheese and fair portions. Even the tacos are way smaller now. read more

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Laurie B.

3 years ago

Our server today was Kathy. We were greeted with a HO-HO-HO along with an awesome sense of humor and quick wit. This is our second time here for breakfast in as many years and it won't be our last. read more

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Abigale L.

3 years ago

One word! WOW! My boyfriend, my son and I walked in and were seated immediately! The diner is absolutely beautiful and inviting!! We were taken care of by Kathy ( THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR KINDNESS AND HOSPITALITY) We have never felt this happy with a restaurant in a very, very long time! Kathy was amazing to us with her wonderful attitude, spunk and positive vibes! The food.. OFF THE CHARTS! We are definitely coming back and have agreed to make this our new spot to enjoy! read more

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Robert K.

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Train this place for my first time. Menu has a huge Selection of food. Tried the baked potato skins root beer float pork chops. Service is awesome parking easy and accessible was welcomed upon arrival read more

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Andrea V.

3 years ago

I'm not sure what my waitress's name was but she was very rude, almost demanding and rushing us to order. Even from the moment she came up to seat us, she didn't even look at us she turned around and waved her arm and said "come on." Extremely unprofessional. My burger came out burnt, the mozzarella sticks were below average, and strawberry lemonade tasted left out. We considered leaving because of the poor quality of food and tone out waitress had because why would we pay money to relax and eat diner food on a Saturday and be spoken to with that level of attitude, and below average food. read more

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Varand O.

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Remember this is a diner and being reviewd as one... I will start off with the most memorable part of dining out, the service. Stephanie was so pleasant, so nice, so attentive... Really she is single handedly the reason this spot was not rated 3 stars. Food was OK, I got the chorizo skillet (I think they called it a "south of the border"). There wasn't enough chorizo in there and it's OK, cause I've had way better chorizo. For a diner though, I give it a pass. Stephanie got me hot habanero sauce and that added to the meal. Coffee was pretty bad, even for diner standards. French Toast was pretty good. Again, probably a 3 star place, plus Stephanie's service. read more

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Gabriella N.

2 years ago

Nothing was particularly wrong during our visit, but it just wasn't the best experience I expected from all the reviews of Brandon's. Our waitress was polite enough but we felt rushed by her and barely saw her longer than 15 seconds in the few interactions we had. The food was also average; again not bad, but it had almost no flavor and lacked so much seasoning. I'd only return her again if coming with a group or if someone else chooses. I wouldn't willingly come here on my own. read more

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S J.

2 years ago

Can't say enough good about a wonderful restaurant with excellent homemade tasting food. Portions are more then generous. Food is fresh, and the service is Amazing. We go there all the time and have had our friends also meet us there great for breakfast lunch and dinner. Keep up the good work, and the delicious food, please. read more

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Gina S.

4 years ago

This place is incredible, the food is delicious! I'm never disappointed, I do keto and they are very accommodating. Bring your hungry appetite, the portions are large. Service is superb , friendly, courteous, and very tentative. I love this place and so will you. read more

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B S.

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3 years ago

Good food at average prices, staff were friendly and accommodating. We would go back if ever in the area again.

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Cathy L.

3 years ago

Perfect comfort food in a very homie setting. The staff is fantastic. I love bringing my family here

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Mary P.

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3 years ago

We originally went there just for coffee since we got there early for my drs appointment close by. So I always wanted to try in Riverside and never had the chance! I decided to get crepes . Very good. Service was phenomenal ! Thank you BrandonsDiner for the experience ! read more

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Dianna F.

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3 years ago

Great service. Place may have once been a Mimi's Cafe - nice and roomy. Food was plentiful but lacked flavor. I will give it another chance. read more

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Sean M.

3 years ago

Please wait to be seated but no hostess. Really no staff other than wait staff. Waited. Waited. No one.

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Phuong P.

4 years ago

My daughter wanted pancakes after her swimming lesson, and we came here for the first time. The decorations were so pretty and the dishes were delicious. The price was reasonable too. We will comeback. read more

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April G.

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This place is so good. What I love most about it is that it has a very extensive menu. I have a family that's super picky in terms of some like breakfast some only like lunch and if you go here all together, there's something for everyone. Their service is super good as well. We've had Stephanie as our server a few times and her customer service is unparalleled. She is so nice and so attentive that every time we come here, we ask to sit in her section. In addition to the food being really good quality, and the service being awesome, the ambience of this particular location is really nice. My go-to is the chilaquiles supreme; I add carnitas. It was recommended to me from one of the original Brandon's locations and ever since then I've been hooked. Their salsa verde is really good and the carnitas is so tasty. Five stars for sure!! read more

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Virginia E.

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3 years ago

Brandon's is my neighborhood restaurant. Food has always been great. Today I ordered a new item- asada burrito no rice and light beans. I received the worst burrito ever. The carne asada was not fresh. It tasted like it had been reheated a few times. There was a bunch of beans and cheese. In addition, it was super salty. I called establishment and informed them of my dissatisfaction. I asked if I could pick up a new one. Manager was nice but then asked me to come in 45 minutes because they were super busy. I understand the busy part but 45 minutes?? That was insulting. Thumbs down to this establishment for its less than satisfactory response. read more

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Bekah B.

2 years ago

I love this place, great breakfast. Haven't had anything I don't like here. The servers are so nice. This is a special place for our family.

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Brianne O.

5 years ago

Our family has always loved the other Brandon's location in Upland. But we saw they opened this new one and we wanted to give it a try. It's about 2 minutes away from our house! Loved the decor and there was plenty of room in there for people to sit. Loved the food and customer service was SPOT ON. Yay! Our go to breakfast place! read more

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David S.

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Good, we prefer this location, I believe it used to be Mimi's Cafe, service good and food great! Awesome place!

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370 N Mountain Ave
Upland, CA 91786
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What time does Brandon's Diner open?

Brandon's Diner opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Brandon's Diner close?

Brandon's Diner closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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Does Brandon's Diner take credit cards?

Yes, Brandon's Diner takes credit cards.

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Does Brandon's Diner have catering options?

Yes, Brandon's Diner does have catering options.

Does Brandon's Diner have a drive thru?

No, Brandon's Diner does not have a drive thru.

Does Brandon's Diner have a happy hour?

Yes, Brandon's Diner has a happy hour.

Does Brandon's Diner serve alcohol?

No, Brandon's Diner does not serve alcohol.

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Does Brandon's Diner allow dogs?

Yes, Brandon's Diner allows dogs.

Does Brandon's Diner have TVs?

Yes, Brandon's Diner has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Brandon's Diner have bike parking?

Yes, Brandon's Diner has bike parking.

Does Brandon's Diner have outdoor seating?

Yes, Brandon's Diner has outdoor seating options.

Does Brandon's Diner have parking?

Yes, Brandon's Diner has parking options.

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Is Brandon's Diner wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Brandon's Diner is wheelchair accessible.

Does Brandon's Diner have free WiFi?

Yes, Brandon's Diner has free WiFi.

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El Mezcalito

menudo is hands down the best around! iI also love their mangonada margarita. All of their severs…read moreand employees are super nice and the owner always makes a point to come talk to us and shake our hands and see how we are doing. Awesome family owned business.

So the family said they wanted Mexican food. El Mezcalito was one of the options. But I said El…read moreMezcalito is not an option, it is the go to for quelling the beast in the belly. The chips and salsa are premium. The chips are light & the salsa is fresh, chunky and full of flavor. Great with an ice cold beer or lemonade. I fed the beast an Al Pastor, Shrimp, Black bean and cheese . Haven't heard the beast since. Well done guys!!!! THE BEST BURRITO IN THE I.E., DA Bomb !

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Employees, all gather together, just talking and ignoring me as a customer.

Chilaquiles rojos

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Strawberry mojito

Rancho Los Magueyes

Strictly only for the drinks and Chips & Salsa…read more.. I have a thing for classic Mexican music playing, good service even at an empty bar and the simple drinks made right. Paloma: Tequila, Squirt, Lime, Salt Charro Negro: Tequila, Lime, Soda Water, Coke Gets no better than this... thank god!

We really wanted to like this place more, but overall it was just an average or less average…read moreexperience. The portions were ok, and the margarita was large and refreshing and good actually, but I had to ask for it 3x, but the food itself was only okay. Nothing we ordered stood out enough to make us want to return. We sat down and it wasn't busy. 15 min later they came and took our order. The hostess that came to us first was attentive he was really the only one. The biggest disappointment was the customer service. Throughout our entire visit, there was very little attention from all staff. We rarely saw our server, drinks went unrefilled longer than they should have, and there was no effort to check in and see how our meal was. I never once was asked if I would like another margarita. Hospitality can make a huge difference, and unfortunately it was lacking here. This is huge for me in a sit down. The restaurant has a fun sports-bar atmosphere with plenty of TVs, but the restroom also needed attention and wasn't as clean as expected. Overall, not a terrible experience, but not one I'd go out of my way to repeat at all. There are too many great Mexican restaurants in the area for this one to make it back onto my regular rotation. Probably won't be returning at all.

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Grilled Chicken & Asada Bowl

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El Perico Ranchero

I came here since I was in the area and was craving Mexican food. I saw that they had mole on the…read moremenu which I have been wanting to try. Their menu has a large selection. Seating area is large and darkly lit. The guy who took my order was attentive and quickly gave me a free chip and salsa with my water. The mole is a good portion and seasoned nicely. The red rice and refried beans were seasoned nicely. The chicken was moist and the mole had a good flavor balance of sweet, salty, and slightly spicy. The staff is nice and the place is clean.

We love everything about this location! The food portions are so generous and delicious. , the…read morewaiters are attentive and the ambiance is very festive.

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Yum!

Pueblita Mexican Restaurant

Family-owned & operated

Established in 2004

I was really surprised by this Mexican Restaurant in Upland. From the vibrant interior to their…read moretasty menu. I recommend getting the torta Chingona which was stuffed! Their margaritas were refreshing and appetizer platter was loaded. Definitely would come back to try more menu items. Plus: Parking was easy and staff were friendly.

We were so excited to see this restaurant pop up on in-kind. The restaurant itself is beautiful…read more Stunning paintings and really nice decor. Unfortunately that's about where any of the positives end. Service was absolutely horrendous. It was a solid five minutes before we were even acknowledged. She took our order, I asked for chips and salsa. She said she would bring them, and then never came back. We flagged down another server and she brought them for us. Our food was delivered about two minutes later And again, no one ever came back. We had to flag down another server for boxes and our check. The food wasn't terrible, but I wouldn't say it was good, either. More just edible. The extreme amount of MSG made it extremely offputting and left a bad aftertaste in my mouth. We really wanted to love this place since it's only about seven minutes from our house... But unfortunately, we will not be back.

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Berry lover margarita

Tequila

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Violeta

Juanchos Authentic Mexican Restaurant

amazing food above expecting service…read morechilled atmosphere. Additionally Menudo VERY good, clean and plentiful!!

Second time trying out this place. Food was good! We had chicken fajitas which were really tender…read moreand juicy. Not dry at all. We also had the carne asada. Super tender meat and well seasoned. Definitely coming back for the carne asada. Service was quick and pleasant- anything we needed they were available to bring it over. Ambiance was quiet since we dropped by around 3:30pm on a Saturday. Which we don't mind at all. Some restaurants are so loud you can't hear yourself think.

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Fresh guac

Vanilla filled churros with ice cream. Made my meal!

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Carne asada street tacos - Tasteless meat. Super meh.

Captains Grill - Upland

Wanted to try the clam chowder but wasn't hungry enough. Next time for sure. Wanted some late night…read moregrub and Steak Burrito - loaded up pretty well and felt hefty. Overall very filling with decent portions of steak. Not sure how it's a wet burrito though, the only items on the side were lettuce, salsa, and chips. But misleading from that regard. Would've opted for something else if I knew it was just a basic burrito.

I had a powerful lust for fish and chips, and word on the street was that the Captain's Grill could…read moresatisfy me. First of all I loved the interior. The art on the walls was fun and piratey, and the booths were comfy. Our server was perfect. She brought everything we asked for and even offered extra tartar sauce to take home with our leftovers! The real story here is the portions. HOLY HECK!! It was So Much Food. 8 fish sticks on a mountain of fries. The burrito was gargantuan. It's going to take my husband 3 days to get through it. But everything was so good. Husband kept stealing my fish sticks!! The homemade tartar sauce was delightful and the cinnamon sugar chips with the fried ice cream were a great touch. We will definitely return when we next need a taste of the sea.

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Pineapple mule! Recommend!

Shrimp and beef and shrimp tacos!

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Brazing. Butterflied and grilled Mediterranean Sea Bass with red chili adobo rub and green herb rub, sautéed vegetables with micro greens.

Taco Bout Good

Tried a bit of everything! Salsas had a good spice and flavor. Everything was delicious, everyone…read moreenjoyed their food.

Stellar taco shop! The carne asada burrito was so good here! Also got a quesabirria pack of 3 and a…read morechorizo taco to try out and they were all super flavorful as well. Will have to come by and try some of their more premium options like the Tri Tip and Shrimp, because this place really kicks ass, so I'm sure those are great too! The Service was very friendly as well, and the salsa was spicy as advertised. Ambiance here is very chill and they have a few seats where you can watch TV while waiting for food to cook up. Thanks for a solid meal, definitely worth checking out and worth bookmarking!

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Dos Mundos Kitchen

Dos Mundos is one of my go-to spots for happy hour or a casual family lunch. I'm obsessed with…read moretheir red chilaquiles with steak--seriously, get them every time, highly recommend. They've got plenty of TVs, so it's perfect for catching Dodger games. Service is consistently quick, prices feel fair for the portion sizes and quality, and the drink selection is solid. The vibe is always great, and in the two years I've been going, I've never once had a bad meal.

They can accommodate 15+ people and be flexible with their time. That was something we truly…read moreappreciated as we were there for a dance competition, looking for a place we can all eat afterwards. The food comes in a big portion. The burrito is as big as my arm. The sample platter which had nachos, taquitos, and cheese sticks was super delicious. The chips they used for nachos was totally thicker than the ones they give as an appetizer which I found interesting. A little bummer that they weren't willing to give refills on the chips and salsa. I feel like they did it bottomless when we went the last year. Perhaps times are tough. It also feels like service quality dipped since last year. Staff were less friendly and excited. We were there around 6:30 and we were pretty much the only customer there when we arrived. So it was a bit hard to stomach on how slow water refills were. We asked for water once and the server said sure and went straight to lunch lol

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Chilaquiles con huevo.

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Michelada Flight. Bigger than the shot glass size.

Sweet Fires

My favorite restaurant of all time. Every time I come here, the food never disappoints.read more

This was my first time coming here and my experience was amazing! The restaurant is so clean and it…read moreis gorgeous. The staff are amazing and super attentive as well as knowledgeable on their menu items. Shout out to Saja! I personally cannot eat pork so whenever I try a new soup spot I always ask what kind of broth they use, but the staff assured me that their broths are either beef or vegetarian. While they do have pork products it is only added to the soups upon request. I got the masala and Szechuan soup with 8 dumplings (chicken and veggie) + udon noodles and it was divine! I also got a peach coconut milk tea which was lovely. This place is a 10/10 so if you're in the Upland area or visiting and want some good soup please make your way down! Edit: I was also able to try their turnip dumplings and shaved ice. Sadly the turnip dumplings were devoured before I could think of taking a photo but they were super crispy and flavorful I will be coming back here again!

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Molly's Souper

If you're in the mood for homecooked breakfast without having to make it, go to Molly's. Our food…read morewas plentiful and delightful. I am a big fan of eggs benedict, but sometimes the restaurant doesn't quite hit the mark. Not at Molly's. I asked for extra sauce because it was so good. The atmosphere really makes up the experience. Not only do you get good food, but you dine with the confusion whether or not you're at Grandma's house or a restaurant. Separate dining areas, a fireplace and decor make up this house into a business. Service was great, multiple servers stopped to help us. Dine or dash? I'd dine on the couch if they had one.

This spot has a unique charm, appearing to be an old house that has been converted to a restaurant…read more The ambiance is warm and inviting, and the servers were friendly and attentive. The food is priced reasonably. One thing I didn't love was being seated next to dogs without being asked first. I understand it's a dog friendly establishment, but I personally prefer not to sit near dogs while eating, even my own. A quick check in before seating guest in that area would be appreciated. As for food, it was decent but not particularly memorable. It was good enough. Overall, a pleasant atmosphere and kind service.

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2/10/25 maybe I will try their coffee one of these days

Pork Chops & Eggs sunny side up. Home Fried Potatoes & Sourdough Toast Well Done.

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The cappuccino that isn't a cappuccino- it was regular coffee mixed with some powder(??) and topped with whip cream (I saw her make it lol)

Barcuso

Love owner's pride for family and food. Always a good time, friends recommended and I always refer…read moreothers. The pizza making night looks fun!

My family and I were invited to a 50th birthday party at this restaurant/bar…read more The event was held in the large, outdoor patio to the rear of the location. Over one hundred guests attended the party. The entire event and experience were fun and memorable. The bar area and the outdoor patio were vast, clean, and well-maintained. The outdoor area offered guests cabana-like seating with very comfortable padded chairs, as well as bar-like tables. Employees were very hard-working, friendly, and super nice. The food, which consisted of salad, lasagna, and pizza, was EXCELLENT!! And full of flavor. The adult beverages were well-made and easily available from the waiters and waitresses. This was a GREAT event.

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With an open kitchen window, you can watch the talented (cute) pizza maker in action

Bruschetta

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Zip pizza 10/10

Studio Four29

4.4

(108 reviews)

1.3 mi

This is truly a hidden gem! I am so happy we decided to finally try this place for date night. This…read morehas to be the BEST food we've had in the I.E. I am still DREAMING of that bone marrow. The service was great too! We sat at the bar, and our bartender Daniel was attentive and informative with their specials. I can't wait to go back again! This blows out the water any other restaurant in the Upland/Rancho area!!! 5 stars!!!

A week ago many members from New Direction Church, piled into Studio Four29 after service for…read moreBrunch. Thank the Lord we were only a few doors down, we never would have made it in our heels. My reservation that I made changed 3 times, only to add more people to our reservation that same day. Never once did they complain or state that they could not accommodate us. Once we all trickled in, it was about 18 people. Our tables were ready. I believe our waitress name was Jude, but nonetheless, she definitely was a jewel. She informed us that they were short staff, but she would take our orders. She accommodated every single one of us, never messing up or mixing up the orders, when ask for extras, she got them out immediately and to add to all of this the food was excellent. If you ever get a chance to stop by Studio Four29 I highly recommend it, not just for the food, but also the service. Bravo to our waitress she was on point. Sorry no pictures, by the time we thought about it, you would've just had pictures of empty plates.

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Avocado toast with prosciutto and bacon

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Woodford Reserve Old-Fashioned

La Michelada

4.3

(23 reviews)

1.2 mi

La Michelada is a new restaurant. We stopped in after seeing a couple walk out talking about how…read moremore people need to know about them. They just opened up where the captains grill used to be. It's a 5/5 for me! Ambiance - Still looks like the Captains Gill, it's nice. It's comfortable, clean (clean bathrooms), and the music is good (favorable for conversation). You could dress it up or dress it down. Service - the wait staff is attentive, helpful, and sweet. They were kind to my kids. The food didn't take long. Value - Taco Tuesday $10! I got a whole plate for $15 Food - another win it's authentic Mexican food. Best Michelada I've ever had! The rice reminded me of my Mexican mom's rice recipe. They nailed the basics. I ordered the chicken enchilada and it was good, a bit salty, but I think that's because they use cotija. Overall - you have to check this one out!

Came here for a work team lunch…read more The food and service were great! And the overall look and feel of the restaurant was super inviting and interesting to look at. I would come here again when in the area.

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The interior seating and bar.

Camarones mojo de ajo- Garlic butter shrimp)

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Mango Michelada

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Mary Anne P.

28 days ago

Brandon's Diner is always a real treat. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and inviting, and the hostess never fails to offer a friendly greeting. The food is absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and the extensive menu offers something to satisfy every craving. Whether you're in the mood for appetizers, breakfast, a light meal, lunch, dinner, or dessert, you won't be disappointed. The drinks are equally wonderful and always a perfect complement to the meal. What truly sets Brandon's apart is the consistently spotless restaurant and the friendly, cheerful staff who make every visit enjoyable. During my most recent visit, Regan served my friends and me. She was personable, kindhearted, attentive, and efficient, making us feel genuinely welcome and well cared for throughout our meal. Brandon's Diner continues to be one of my favorite places to dine, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for excellent food, outstanding service, and a comfortable, inviting atmosphere. read more

Victoria S.

3 years ago

Normally I would give this place 5/5 because my husband and I go here a couple of times a month but today they screwed up. My husband ordered a pancake combo and I ordered the chorizo plate. Unfortunately the chorizo was overcooked and informed the server & in turn informed his manager. My husband let the manager know what the situation was in regards to what I ordered and the manager said that he couldn't comp what I ordered because I took several bites. The only thing the manager could do was take 20% off our bill. I've had the chorizo plate before and never had an issue till today. Will we go back? Not for a while or never. Definitely letting my family & friends know. I'm in the grocery service industry and I know to compensate my customers one way or another if they're disgruntled. read more

Lonnette H.

2 years ago

I have been a regular customer at this establishment due to its proximity to my home and have always received satisfactory service, until today. Unfortunately, I had an upsetting encounter with an employee named Stephanie, who raised her voice at me in front of other customers and refused to issue a refund for an order I did not request. I left feeling discriminated against, as this experience seemed rooted in racial bias. As a loyal customer, I believe everyone should be treated with fairness and respect, regardless of race. This incident is deeply concerning, and I feel compelled to formally express my dissatisfaction read more

Diana65451 W.

2 years ago

I went to this location when it first opened up, and I was not impressed. The place was almost empty, but we still waited over 5 minutes to be seated. The service was slow and the food was not that good. But, a friend talked me into trying it again recently, and I was happily surprised. The biggest improvement that I saw was being greeted by the lovely jewel Leilani. She was so pleasant, always with a smile and was very attentive to us. She's a keeper!!! Because of her, I will be back. read more

John N.

3 years ago

BEWARE!!!!! I got food poisoning here on December 15th 2022 for 3rd time and ended up in hospital with serious infection. kidneys started to shut down and I came close to death. do not eat the vegitarian burrito or drink the tap water here. in September 2022 three friends with me also got terrible diarrhea here from the food here. i gave it another try a week before Christmas and NEVER again! read more

Pauline C.

2 years ago

The food is good and you get plenty of it, but the service I had from one of the servers, Leilani, was the greatest! She was so friendly and very attentive. Whenever she was our server she had the same friendly attitude and was amazing every time my family and I went there to eat. Thank you Leilani! And thank you Brandon's for having such great service...... And good food too! read more

Margo H.

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126

5 years ago

Five star service. This location recently opened. They have the same delicious food you find at their other locations. However, their customer service was above and beyond. The manager, server, and anyone you came into contact with asked how the food and service . We felt valued and appreciated. read more

Bhavini P.

2 years ago

I love coming to this place not just because of the food . Mostly for the great customer service by Leilani the front hostess. She is so sweet and jolly and always makes our day when we see her there the amount of times we have gone . Thank you for all you do Leilani and keep up the good work . read more

Arthur A.

2 years ago

Brandon's is a fantastic place. It is an "Old School" diner and the place is very wsrm and cozy. Great food and excellent customer service. I especially want to mention a young lady named Leilani. She is always very nice with a smile on her face. She is an asset to Brandon's. read more

Hilda M.

117

2 years ago

I commend Brandon's Diner for the service, food, and attention to detail. Also, many thanks to the proprietor/s for signing on their hostess, Leilani. Such a friendly, gracious, and thoughtful hostess. Good food + great prices + friendly staff = Awesome experience! read more

Carol M.

2 years ago

Stopped in and loved this diner. Started with the hostess, Leilani, who is so sweet and attentive. She made us feel comfortable like we were at home. Then came the all day breakfast. I'm a happy lady. I will definitely return to visit Leilani and the great food. read more

Jessica A.

2 years ago

I have been coming to this location for some time and breakfast doesn't disappoint. I highly recommend as the environment is pleasant and friendly. The service was also great! Our hostess was Leilani and she was very helpful and had a great attitude! read more

Anna M.

2 years ago

Best food and service at Brandon's diner. I love taking my grandparents to this establishment. Leilani the hostess provided the ultimate care for me and my family. I would recommend eating at Brandon's for her superior customer service! read more

brandon f.

8 months ago

Awesome place, and it's spacious. And I love the name! The service was great, atmosphere is on point. And the restroom is clean. The unity here is amazing. The food was great I'll highly recommend this restaurant to anyone in the area. read more

Ana C.

2 years ago

I had the pleasure of having Stephanie, I Saturday as my waitress , very nice great customer service very patient, when we ordered. It was really busy and was very understanding, with my son being on the spectrum. read more

Natalia M.

4 years ago

Our experience at Brandon's diner was extremely satisfying. Our food was delicious and hot. our server Jocelyn was very nice and her suggestions were on point. We will be here for breakfast. read more

Alissa G.

2 years ago

Food was okay but the service made it 10x better! There was a host named Leilani and she was absolutely amazing ! So helpful and so kind, i would definitely go back for her great service! read more

Ariel M.

2 years ago

Food was really good. I had the ribeye steak cooked medium rare . Leilani the hostess greeted us with a big smile and was very generous. Love the atmosphere here. Definitely coming back read more

Jeanny C.

2 years ago

Yum! Definitely comfort food. Love the customer service. Lalani helped us out with our big family and went above and beyond. Will definitely be going back. Thanks for your help Lalani. read more

Mía T.

2 years ago

Awesome place to dine at best part was being greeted by the hostess Leilani! She set the tone for the experience we had! Thank you Leilani for your welcoming sweet inviting smile! read more

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