Restaurants

La Toscana Trattoria & Grill: Savor Italian Cuisine in a Friendly Atmosphere

October 23, 2014 by greystar

Regulars at La Toscana Trattoria & Grill appreciate this restaurant’s mastery of authentic, freshly prepared Italian food. In addition to serving what customers call truly outstanding cuisine, La Toscana’s owner and staff take care to make diners feel at home with exceptional customer service and occasional complimentary drinks and desserts. One Yelp reviewer recounts how La Toscana’s owner re-opened the kitchen to prepare a meal after he, the reviewer, arrived after several hours of driving, for example. Try the tequila chicken pasta, the parmesan-crusted tilapia, the lentil soup or the vitella allo parmigiana.

Most customers are happy with La Toscana’s wine selection, which contains bottles from around the world in every price range. Enjoy live music here on Saturday nights. There is a $15 minimum for delivery orders. La Toscana is open for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Dinner hours are from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week.

La Toscana Trattoria & Grill
25858 Tournament Road
Valencia, CA 951355
(661) 254-9000
latoscanavalenciaca.com
www.yelp.com/biz/la-toscana-trattoria-and-grill-valencia

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Tomato Joe’s Pizza Bakery: Tasty Pies

October 2, 2014 by greystar

Fans of Tomato Joe’s Pizza Bakery in Valencia appreciate this pizza restaurant’s attention to dietary concerns, including allergies and sensitivities. Vegetarian and vegan toppings are available for pizzas, and Tomato Joe’s features a separate preparation area for gluten-free pizzas. This means customers with celiac disease or gluten insensitivity don’t have to worry about their gluten-free pizza crust being contaminated, whether they eat in or order out. Tomato Joe’s is therefore a go-to pizza restaurant for celiac and gluten-intolerant customers, who say the gluten-free pizza here is pretty good.

For those who don’t mind a little gluten in their pizza, regulars recommend the beer batter crust. Popular specialty pizzas include The Works, The Terminator, The Chicken Chupacabra, and The California Dreamin. Other menu items include pasta, salads, and sides like smoked pork rib tips and wings.

Tomato Joe’s Pizza Bakery is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Tomato Joe’s Pizza Bakery
27732 McBean Parkway
Valencia, CA 91354
(661) 263-8646
www.tomatojoespizza.com
www.yelp.com/biz/tomato-joes-pizza-bakery-valencia

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Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill: Enjoy a Sociable Meal

September 25, 2014 by greystar

A classic barbecue restaurant in Stevenson Ranch, CA, Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill is popular for the quality of its meats. Customers in a hurry appreciate Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill’s curbside pickup service for takeout orders, though some customers warn that you should double-check your takeout order before leaving the premises. Popular menu items include the garlic rolls, which regulars say are delicious warm, the BBQ chopped chicken salad, the pulled pork sandwich, the buckeye burger and the WR tri tip. Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill offers a gluten-free menu, featuring lettuce-wrap burgers, steaks, seafood and salad.

Regulars say the atmosphere here is a great one for socializing with friends and family. Some customers complain about the service, but others find that the service is more than acceptable.

Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill
25580 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 222-9494
www.woodranch.com/restaurants/Valencia
www.yelp.com/biz/wood-ranch-bbq-and-grill-stevenson-ranch

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Coco’s Bakery Restaurant: Fresh Selections for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

August 28, 2014 by greystar

Coco’s Bakery Restaurant is a great spot for a casual meal in a relaxing Stevenson Ranch setting. Stop by in the morning for hearty breakfast options such as banana walnut pancakes, cinnamon roll french toast, a croissant breakfast sandwich with eggs, cheddar cheese, and bacon, or a California omelet with avocado, jack cheese, and apple wood smoked bacon.

Later in the day, you can curb your hunger with one of the artisan bread sandwiches, such as the California chicken ciabatta, french dip baguette or turkey, avocado, and jack croissant. Entrée salad options include spicy Asian chicken, chicken Caesar, spicy shrimp and avocado, and prime rib. Angus steaks, pasta, and grilled seafood are also on the menu. Be sure to take home one of the freshly baked pies.

Coco's Bakery Restaurant
24930 Pico Canyon Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 254-2776
cocosbakery.com

Read the reviews on Yelp.

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Rose & Crown Pub: A Classic Pub in Santa Clarita

August 14, 2014 by greystar

Family-run, fun and friendly, Rose & Crown Pub is where you can get a pint of ale and a plate of Bangers & Mash without having to hop on a plane to London. Don’t let the plain-Jane exterior fool you, the warm, inviting ambiance more than makes up for it.

Fans of the place say it’s perfect for relaxing with a pint of beer and a bite to eat. The menu features typical British pub fare, along with a few Americanized options. Pasties are traditional British fare consisting of pastry shells stuffed with fillings like diced beef, potatoes, onions & carrots. Other menu options include Shepherd’s Pie, Fish & Chips, Steak & Mushroom Pie, Bangers & Mash – sausage with mashed potatoes, peas & gravy, and Scotch Egg – hardboiled egg wrapped in sausage & bread crumbs.

Rose & Crown is open Tuesdays through Sundays.

Rose & Crown Pub
24246 Lyons Avenue
Santa Clarita, CA 91321
(661) 255-504
www.facebook.com/pages/Rose-and-Crown-British-Restaurant-SCV/111187015580763
www.yelp.com/biz/rose-and-crown-pub-santa-clarita

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Indulge In Drive-Thru Favorites at In-N-Out Burger

June 26, 2014 by greystar

Fans of In-N-Out Burger swear that this fast food chain is one of the world's best places to find the mighty beef patty sandwiched on a bun. What’s so great about it? For one thing, In-N-Out Burger uses only pure beef that’s free of additives and preservatives and ground in-store. In-N-Out Burger focuses solely on burgers, fries, and shakes, and by all accounts, do a great job of it.

Order the Double Double Cheeseburger and you get two beef patties, two slices of American cheese, lettuce, onions, and tomato on a fluffy fresh bun. The 4 X 4 features four beef patties and four slices of cheese, and ditto with the 3 X 3. Shakes come in chocolate, vanilla and strawberry, make with real ice cream.

In-N-Out Burger is open every day.

In-N-Out Burger
25220 N. The Old Road
Newhall, CA 91321
(800) 786-1000
www.in-n-out.com
www.yelp.com/biz/in-n-out-burger-newhall

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Mod Pizza: A Valencia Pizzeria for People Who Are ‘Mad About Pizza’

May 22, 2014 by greystar

Mad about Pizza? If so, head to Mod Pizza to get your very own pizza pie heaped with sizzling toppings. Stop in and let the Mod Squad whip you up something yummy to sink your teeth into with a thin crust that’s nice and crispy with a bit of chewiness on the inside.

Order the Mad Dog pizza and you get mozzarella, pepperoni, mild sausage, crumbled meatballs and red sauce. The Siena features mozzarella, fresh rosemary, mushrooms, red onion, garlic & parmesan, and the Calexio is a spicy melding of mozzarella, gorgonzola, chicken, jalapenos, hot buffalo sauce & Mod sauce. You can also design your own pizza with toppings like artichokes, spinach, bacon, grilled chicken, pineapple, BBQ sauce, Italian sausage, sundried tomato and kalamata olives.

Just a short drive from Provence at Valencia, Mod Pizza is open every day in Valencia.

Mod Pizza
25910 The Old Road
Valencia, CA 91381
(661) 288-1590
modpizza.com/locations/valencia
www.yelp.com/biz/mod-pizza-valencia

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The Alamo Rotisserie: Mexican Cuisine in Valencia, California

May 1, 2014 by greystar

Visit The Alamo Rotisserie to enjoy indoor and patio dining, frosty margaritas and tasty Mexican fare right in Valencia, California. It’s a favorite spot to sit out front on the patio with a pitcher of margaritas while you chat with friends and munch on some chips & salsa.

Grilled chicken is on the menu, served in various portion sizes with rice, tortillas and beans. Favorite South of the Border fare includes Nachos with beans, cheese, salsa, jalapenos, & guacamole, Chicken Quesadillas, Carne Asada, Chimichangas, and Burritos. Stop by for Taco Tuesdays and dine for a bargain price!

Visit The Alamo Rotisserie's Facebook page to learn more about this Valencia restaurant.

The Alamo Rotisserie
25946 McBean Parkway
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 254-3131
www.facebook.com/pages/The-Alamo-Rotisserie/156258917739437
www.yelp.com/biz/alamo-restaurant-valencia

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Dink’s NY Deli: Craft Beer and Tasty Food in Valencia, California

April 24, 2014 by greystar

Looking for a pleasant place to enjoy a pint of craft beer and a bite to eat? Head to Dink’s NY Deli where you’ll find 20 beers on tap and some tasty food, too. Dink's beer selection includes craft beer like Stone's, Lagunitas, Guinness, Green Flash, Firestone's Union Jack and Ruination.

Pair your drink with a nosh like Macaroni Poppers, Fried Pickles, or Hot Wings. Breakfast is also an option here, with dishes like a Breakfast Sandwich with egg, cheese & sausage. Another favorite is a Bagel spread with raspberry cream cheese. Later in the day, you can chow down on a Corned Beef Sandwich, Matzo Ball Soup and Penne Pasta. Stop in on Tuesdays to enjoy dollar tacos!

Dink's NY Deli is open daily in Valencia, California.

Dink's NY Deli
25860 Mcbean Parkway
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 284-6057
www.facebook.com/DinksNYdiner?rf=169478503067610
www.yelp.com/biz/dinks-deli-and-bagel-bakery-valencia-3

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