Easily accessible restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating along walkable street in Claremont…read more Every time I've come to Eureka, the food and the drinks have always come out tasty and strong. The servers are great and so are the vibes. Clean restrooms as well .

"Nothing is bad" sounds like an indictment these days, when restaurants practically have to be…read moreunhinged to get noticed. Not here. Good atmosphere. Competent food. Nothing particularly memorable either. And yes, California is packed with places like this. Cal-Mex, burgers, cocktails, exposed brick, agreeable lighting, everybody having a perfectly decent time. Shit. You could drop this restaurant into Sacramento, Irvine, Walnut Creek, Redwood City, or San Diego and nobody would blink. But hey, it's like a Lexus. Well built, comfortable, dependable, and almost aggressively agreeable. You'll enjoy the ride even if you might forget where you parked it in a parking lot full of them.

Cynthia was the best server I've had here. I come almost every month. She's sweet and very…read moreattentive. Her recommendations were great. The 502 burger is good but I'd recommend light peppers. They're not spicy but they overwhelm the taste of everything else. Their rusty anchor is pretty tasty. I am not sure if it's only available on Tiki Thursdays. I was able to get a table for 9 on Thursday night but I came an hour early to check in. Table was ready on time. Thank you to the host. Restaurant inside is dimmed and plays good music. Already recommend this place for a date night, adult family dinner, or a friend's social hangout.

The steak frites have been good in the past but this last visit, I found the food to be very…read morelacking. Steak was tender but everything lacked flavor. Nachos were just okay but were mostly loaded with bland tortilla chips and a sprinkle of toppings and a dash of cheese. Wings were also just okay, somewhat bland as well. The ONE thing that is ALWAYS consistent about this restaurant is the service. It has always been awful. Our server had to be stopped to order our drinks, appetizers AND main entrees. She paid us no mind at all and barely even acknowledged we were there. My last visit was the same experience. I have had other friends say the same thing. I came back with the hope that the service would improve but if anything, it appears to have gotten worse. So unfortunate since this restaurant is visually very cute. Overall, I really want to love this place but I think it's time to part ways unfortunately lol there is definitely room for improvement here.

Love this place. I mean love. Went when a FIFA game was on. People were full of joy and energy. The…read morelocally working staff that are at other restaurants come here to eat.... What does that tell you? The feeling in the place is CHILL OUT. Empanadas were amazing!!!!

With limited options, this was a great bar find in Claremont! Huge cocktail list and everything we…read moreordered was better than expected. The vibes can go either way - when we got there it was bustling but leaning more towards a sit down bar / restaurant. There was good music playing and actually Stuart little silently playing on the large screen through the projector lol. After some time some people were dancing at some point too! Overall it was a fun place to gather!

Went to this cute little place today in Claremont because we were specifically looking for a…read morewoodfired pizza. They've got indoor and outdoor seating and they seemed a touch understaffed for being a beautiful day. It was also a Tuesday lunchtime so maybe they weren't expecting it to be as busy as it was. We were able to prove the menu before we got seated. And our super friendly server came out and we were able to order right away. They've got a lunch special. That is a small personal pizza with a salad and we each got that. Salads came out first and I had the arugula salad, which was absolutely phenomenal. 10 of 10 would eat this every single day. The arugula was peppery and it was well dressed in a lemon vinaigrette type sauce. I am a fan of just plain lemon on mine, but this was delicious. My husband got a union salad, which is their specialty I guess. It's got colored carrots and some beets and some shallots. I thought the dressing was bland and it certainly needed salt and pepper. We asked for both and didn't get either. Our pieces came out and they were nice and woodfired. I feel like they could've been done just a little bit longer maybe a minute or two. The sauce was a lovely fresh type crushed tomato sauce. The cheese was nice and gooey and did not feel or taste like a package of processed cheese. Pepperonis were greasy, but in a real meat kind of way. I had to dab mine, but my husband just went to town on his. The pickled peppers is a pickled jalapeño. Big chunks of them. They certainly didn't skimp on any of the toppings. They were a little sweet and a little hot. Some of the big chunks were a little too sweet for my liking but overall, it was a nice flavor mix Also from a size standpoint, I thought the salad and pizza were very adequate for lunch at around $20 price point I asked for salt and pepper again as well as a side of ranch. This time we did get the salt and pepper as well as cheese and crushed red pepper. But we didn't get the ranch until we were leaving. The server did apologize and said he thought someone else was bringing it out but I pretty much deducted a star because we asked for a couple different things that never came. Overall, the service was super friendly, the ambience was nice for an outdoor lunch thought. I thought the menu looked delicious and there were several things I would like to come back and try and I would go back again.

We decided to try brunch on a Saturday morning. Long story short,…read more I ordered the steak and eggs breakfast. At $38ish, I expected a great meal. It was so underwhelming. 2 eggs cooked differently, one over hard, one over easy, 5-6 potato pieces and the steak was thin, overcooked, and appeared to be a cheap cut of meat. A New York cut would have been great. Wife mentioned norms has better steak and eggs. Called and spoke with a manager Stephanie, not looking for anything, but to express disappointment in the meal for the high price. She offered to mail a gift card for us and invited us back. Took all of my information and never received it. Thanks anyway. Don't think we'll be back.

First visit but definitely won't be our last! Stopped in for a couple bloody marys and a small…read moreplate to share. It seemed very busy, but our wait wasn't long for an indoor table on an extremely hot day. They also have a good-sized covered patio with misters, but it was just too hot on our visit. Parking in Claremont is typically on street with an occasional public parking lot, so be prepared to walk sometimes. DRINKS and FOOD: We ordered a couple of the "Queen Mary" bloody marys ($18) which were amazing! Loaded with two strips of bacon, two grilled shrimp, and two giant olives, they were almost a meal themselves. We also ordered the Peruvian Ceviche ($22), a Baqueta sea bass marinated in lime juice, Aji Amarillo peppers, red onions, cilantro, with a "Leche de Tigre" sauce, and tortilla chips...delicioso! Overall, the atmosphere, drinks, and food were very good, but our waitress could have been a little more attentive (silverware, napkins, checking in after the food was served, etc.). Although, the lack-luster service wouldn't prevent me from coming back.

Have been here multiple times with family and this place is a hit or miss with the service…read more Sometimes we'll get a great server , another time our server is MIA so it's very inconsistent. The food is good for the most part which is what keeps us coming back. We ordered the goat cheese balls for appetizer and were very good but too small of a portion. The Peruvian ceviche is what I always order because it doesn't disappoint. The breakfast burrito was OK. Not the best, pretty basic burrito. Wouldn't order again. Overall, cool place to have drinks and small bites.

The food is very tasty and delicious. The service very attentive, amicable, knowledgeable. The…read moreambiance. Just perfect. Loved it.

Love going to Finney's for HH! As a Claremont local, it's nice to have another great option in the…read morevillage. The food and cocktails are consistently great. The coconut shrimp, pepperoni pizza, and chicken quesadilla are some of my favorite on the HH menu. I've also tried the avocado egg rolls, which have sun dried tomatoes and are really good. The BBQ chicken pizza with corn on it as well. I wasn't sure about the corn at first but it actually works well. Service is always good even when it gets busy. The bar always has great service and great bartenders. Definitely a good spot for HH, grabbing drinks with friends, family, or watching a game. It feels like a restaurant but gives casual bar vibes.

Absolutely LOVE this place and will definitely be back whenever I'm in the area. The portions are…read moremassive and the prices are so reasonable for how much food you get. We came on a weekend and it was super busy (as it should be honestly with how amazing the food and service are). We got the blackened salmon with penne pasta and baby potatoes, and the flat iron steak with bow tie pasta and herb brown rice. The steak was cooked perfectly medium. The bow tie pasta is served cold and has a vinegary flavor to it, definitely a distinct taste, but I personally loved it because I enjoy sour/vinegary flavors. I can see why it might not be everyone's favorite though, but I personally really enjoyed it. The salmon was also super flavorful and cooked perfectly. Same with the penne pasta and potatoes. Honestly everything was just made really well and good. For the sauce, we got their popular jalapeno garlic sauce and it paired well with absolutely everything. Needless to say, this place was really good from head to toe. I also got to meet the owner and he was super friendly too. I seriously wish they would open one closer to my area. Parking was really easy and the ambience was lively with sports playing all around the bar and plenty of seating.

came with a friend on Friday around 11am. there's a parking lot in the back and 2-hr street…read moreparking. kind of like chipotle style that you pick the protein, then sides and sauce. I ordered blackened salmon with couscous as I saw the reviews that salmon is really good and garlic apple aioli to pair with. we find our own seats inside as it's hot outside, and waited for our food. as it turns out the salmon is pretty good, it's on the thin side but not too dry. lots of couscous that I couldn't finish the plate. garlic apple aioli pairs well with the dish too. my friend and her 12yo son ordered blackened tofu-+salad, and grilled shrimps+penne pasta. the tofu doesn't look very appetizing, and the salad is normal bowl size, not too big, compared to couscous and the pasta sides. the grilled shrimps comes on 1 screwer but looks pretty good as well. price is not too expensive, considering the inflation now. they do have a bar but we only got water. overall it's a relaxing place to catchup with friends, if you don't mind the music is on the louder side.

We've come to La Popular several times now for happy hour and Taco Tuesdays, and we've really…read moreenjoyed it! My favorite is the ribeye and corn tacos, they're so flavorful. The Queso Fundido with chorizo is also one of the best! The live band entertainment on Tuesdays changes weekly, which keeps things fun and exciting. Unfortunately, there wasn't a band last Tuesday, but these things happen. Taco Tuesdays can get crowded very quickly, so I definitely recommend making reservations, especially for parties of four or more. Indoor seating fills up fast, and you may be left with outdoor seating. During hot weather, the patio can feel quite humid, and the outdoor chairs can become uncomfortable after sitting for a while. Service is decent and about what you'd expect when the restaurant is busy. Overall, we enjoy coming here with friends for the food, happy hour, and lively atmosphere.

Very hip and modern place to grab a bite in Claremont. For a 6pm dinner the wait was starting …read more They have a nice cocktail menu and do have happy hour specials at certain times . The service was attentive, recieved recommendations and the communication between lunch break/shift change was great . Went with the Baja shrimp tacos that were lightly fried but grilled is also an option . The Chipotle sauce was good, and the size of the tacos were filling with 3 . They also have an outdoor patio for seating which on cooler evenings look appealing. The crowd is a nice mix of college, families and people looking to have a nice evening . Would recommend it to someone wanting to try a new place .

Four of us had lunch there yesterday. All of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals! The steak salad was…read moreamazing with super tender and tasty beef. The chicken and waffle sandwich was cooked to perfection. The burger with an egg on it was delicious. The fourth person had eggs and a biscuit. The biscuit with lingonberry jelly was delicious! Everything was fresh, crisp and great tasting!

We were welcomed to sit outside on the patio when we got here, likely because the inside was filled…read morewith fans watching the World Cup final. We were fine with it, and were given two menus and told to sit anywhere we wanted. After 15 minutes, no servers had come out to take drink orders or anything, so my boyfriend went inside to ask if someone could come take our order. I looked around the patio area and realized there were two other tables whose patrons were there before us, waiting for drinks and service, just like we were. One of them was fanning herself with the menu, as it was close to 100° outside. (There are no misters on the patio, just a slight breeze now and then. And, if you sit near the patio entrance, you should know that the huge dryer vents from the adjacent hotel are pushing hot air into the patio.) My boyfriend came back and said that he was told "someone will be out soon", and he noticed that all the servers were watching the soccer game inside. We waited another minute or so, and decided to leave and find another place for lunch. We were so glad we left...we ended up at Gus's BBQ across the way, and OMG...save yourself the trouble of the weak menu & non-existent service at The Back Abbey and walk over to Gus's. You won't regret it!

I highly recommend Gus's BBQ on 1st Street in Claremont. I went there for the first time this week,…read moreand I was amazed at the quality of the food. I had the pulled pork sandwich with Carolina sauce, and it was terrific. Their service is impeccable. Our server, Emanuel, is a pro....so efficient and personable. The atmosphere is very welcoming. I highly recommend this restaurant!

Relaxing atmosphere for all ages. House salad was great,…read more and dressing was very flavorful. Service by Samantha was great and we were not at all rushed when we finished eating. This was a Saturday evening. Cheers to top tier service!!