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    Macho Pollo

    4.4 (109 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Overcooked and burned.

    Hey no! Que decepcion! Chicken was overcooked, somewhat burned, no flavor at all! Had to add salt salsa and limon to eat. So sad! My chicken looked nothing like what was on the grill.​ Mind you I was there around 10:30am. Wad this yesterday's chicken?

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    Elizabeth S.

    I was in the mood for chicken and was nearby. I tried their #1 which is a half chicken with beans and rice. They can add grilled onions and jalapenos on top as well. The sides were good and tasted fresh. The chicken was tender and came with sliced avocados and hot tortillas. The meat was tender and the skin was crispy. The grilled onions were soft and the salsa was hot and flavorful. The staff is nice, plenty of seating inside.

    All chicken served with grilled onions and jalapeño peppers. Avocado and salsa are also provided. Salsa is DELICIOUS and very spicy.
    Ari C.

    Macho Pollo serves up some of the best chicken around--perfectly tender and full of flavor. The rice and beans are equally impressive, making for a satisfying meal. While I haven't been inside, the exterior could use a little TLC. Service is fast in the drive thru. Prices are a bit higher than El Pollo Loco, but the quality is well worth it, and I'm happy to support a small business that delivers great food. Highly recommend!

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    Always fresh and delicious chicken! Green salsa is a 10/10. Staff is super friendly as well.

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    It was good for a family meal like twice but doesn't seem like too much food... The beans and rice are not that good..

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    1 year ago

    By far.. amazing.. Food, Service, An even the people and place is and has always been an above average to amazing experience..

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    1 year ago

    Food is delicious!! The green salsa is great! I miss this place. My dad used to buy this for me all the time before he passed away.

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    1 year ago

    Best grilled chicken. The prices are good and the service is excellent. Try it out for sure.

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    The food is really good & the workers are super nice & welcoming , love coming here for my chicken

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    Food is always good! They have the best family meals. The green salsa is the best! Always up for Macho Pollo.

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    The chicken was dry and hard, couldn't chew most of it. It was like left overs from the day before .

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    The food and service was great. I came in just before closing and they were very kind and my food was outstanding. Great chicken! Thank you.

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    The food here is Super good! The lady in the drive through window is the sweetest! And they have the best salsas!

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    I live nearby I probably eat here twice a week there chicken and green salsa is amaaaazing!.

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    Wish You Were Here Coffee

    Wish You Were Here Coffee

    4.3(377 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Speaks Spanish

    Too hot in the afternoon yesterday to take a walk or to stay outside so it was wonderful to sit…read moreinside WYWH and enjoy my iced tropical tea with agave as I read my latest novel. I had finished my errands of my day off from work and really appreciated the time to relax. My husband joined me there after his work and from there we continued with our adventure in downtown Pomona (see The Rookery and Game Nights). Even on a Tuesday at 3 p.m. there are locals hanging out, enjoying the space, the music, the coolness (in both senses of the word). The staff here is always friendly and accommodating. They select the music so it's different depending on the barista. I took photos of a couple intriguing flyers from the Pomona community on the table at the front doorway.

    This is my daughter's favorite coffeeshop in here area…read more.. This past Saturday she took me here. As we approached the smell of the coffee was beautiful! the space was scattered with a variety of seating... booths, tables, couches they had QR code menu + digital menu... daughter and both got the bourbon caramel iced and shared a breakfast sandwich. oh wow ...i was pleasantly surprised at how yummy it all was! they have a counter set up with to go boxes, napkins, water etc... to help yourself...love that! also i guess it switches from a coffee shop to a bar at 5 pm...genius! not sure if alcohol is available before 5 and coffee after 5...i would be curious to find out. def will come back to check out the evening vibes

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    Coco Palm Restaurant - Salmon, Filet Mignon, saffron rice, veggies and plantains

    Coco Palm Restaurant

    3.8(1.8k reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$$

    Date/Time of visit: April 7, 2026 (7:30 PM)…read more My family and I went here for my dad's birthday, it was all our first time trying this place out. They got curious and got a reservation when they saw it as they were passing by on the freeway and thought it looked nice. Ambiance: 3/5 - Place looked nice outside with a koi pond by a nice entryway but looked underwhelming on the inside with a large empty hallway right next to a small host area, and basic waiting chairs. Dining tables were tightly packed as well. Food: 3/5 - Food looked good but tasted bland and underseasoned, might just be the lechon asado I ordered or could've just been my palatte but that's my take on it. Service: 4/5 - Service was okay, wasn't the worst but also wasn't the best. Although there were barely any customers in the restaurant at that time, we had to wait around 5 minutes after seating before we were given water on the table and asked for anything to drink. Throughout the service, waters were refilled without us having to ask but we did have to call and ask for soda refills. Overall, the place and the food was okay, and it was a good place to try.

    Actually this is not my first to have a gathering here . Even though it's been awhile from our last…read moreevent , the service & the food is still the same , "amazing ". Our anniversary celebration was great . All my guests loved the food and they are planning to come back for more paella. My coordinator Randi, was very accommodating and flexible to all our needs & I will definitely recommend Coco Palm restaurant.

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    Day Day's BBQ & Waffle House

    Day Day's BBQ & Waffle House

    4.3(1.3k reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    The food is still really good. Been going for years. The chicken is always really good but this…read moretime I went with the pork chops. Food was great. No complaints about that. It's just the area is not the greatest but it is what it is.

    I went to Day Day's BBQ & Waffle House and ordered Ron C's seafood combo, which was supposed to…read morecome with red snapper, shrimp, catfish, oysters, and hushpuppies. My order didn't come with the oysters or the hushpuppies, and another order at our table was also missing hushpuppies. After I got home, I called about the missing items and was told they were out of oysters. They also said the hushpuppies were forgotten and told me to let them know next time and they would take care of it. The seafood was seasoned well and tasted good overall. The only downside for me was the dark part in the fish (the bloodline), which has a stronger taste and isn't my preference. For sides, I had greens and candied yams. The greens were a little bland and needed more seasoning, and the yams were just okay--not very sweet. Someone with me ordered oxtails, mac and cheese, and collard greens. The oxtails were actually pretty good, but the mac and cheese wasn't for me (I don't usually like mac and cheese). The collard greens were just okay. The wait time was about 25-30 minutes, which they did mention ahead of time. One thing to note is that when we went, it was cash only because the card machine wasn't working. They accepted Zelle, but it would be helpful to have a sign posted. The place is small, but the customer service was great. Our waitress was very nice and attentive, and the staff overall seemed on point. Overall, the food was decent, but nothing that would make me come back.

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    Corky's Kitchen & Bakery

    Corky's Kitchen & Bakery

    3.6(587 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    I didn't even know there was a Corky's in Pomona until my brother mentioned it--I've only been to…read morethe Rancho location before. We decided to come here on Easter, and surprisingly, it wasn't busy at all. Our waiter was very kind and even offered to take a picture for us, which was a really nice touch. The breakfast portions were very hearty. I ordered the Hobo skillet and honestly couldn't finish it--it was a lot of food. I was also given biscuits and gravy, but unfortunately, the gravy was cold, which was disappointing. My hubby felt the same way. My daughter ordered the stuffed French toast and seemed to really enjoy it. Overall, a mixed experience--great service and generous portions, but the cold gravy was a letdown.

    We arrived and we were sat down promptly…read more We asked for coffee and it arrived promptly, only to be given to us without asking if we needed creamer. We waited a few minutes and asked for the creamer. We then realize we didn't have silverware, so we asked for that and waited - again. We placed our order and we received our food, except I got a different flavor of pancakes and not the ones I ordered. Why would the server even bring out the wrong pancakes to me and tell me they made the wrong one, but it's good. Based on how long things were taking I opted to just keep them. My friend's food came 5 minutes after. She asked for salsa and that took 10 minutes to arrive because 2 servers forgot. Then we needed napkins, we had to ask for those. We had to ask for everything multiple times and that is worse than getting the wrong flavored pancakes. I hope to never come here again. The service is subpar. I want to eat comfortably, not have to ask and wait for utensils, napkins, coffee refills, or salsa.

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    Rail Side Cafe - New menu items coming soon!!

    Rail Side Cafe

    4.6(1.2k reviews)
    5.4 mi
    $$

    This is a wonderful little cafe stop for enjoying a midday snack or specialty beverage while…read morestrolling through downtown San Dimas. It's close to the Metro station, dog-friendly, and offers outside dining on their spacious, shaded patio where you might even find some live musical entertainment (if the time is right). The servers are friendly and quick to offer suggestions or field any questions about the menu. Also, though you order inside, they promptly deliver your food and/or beverages while you enjoy the fresh air and take in the local scenery. If you enjoy breakfast or lunch paired with a bit of people-watching, this is a place you should consider visiting.

    This place gets very busy! I tried to come on the weekend with my family and found no luck with…read moreparking, so I had to raincheck it for another day... which was today. If you plan on visiting, I definitely recommend taking a peek at their large menu online before you get there so you have an idea of what you want. They have a huge patio area with fun games to play for the entire family, which is a great touch. The inside is a bit small with only a few tables and a little area to order, but the outdoor space really makes up for it. The staff was amazing in guiding my family and me toward the best food options for what we were craving. I ended up ordering the B.T.S.A. sandwich, which was a lovely combination of toasted bread, mayo, avocado, spinach, bacon, and tomato. It was a well-balanced comfort meal that really filled me up. For the side, I chose the cucumber over the fruit and sprinkled a little salt on top, making it a perfect pairing. I enjoyed the whole meal with an iced tea and really look forward to trying it again. I would love to come back on the weekend if I can manage to find a parking spot!

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