Jersey Mike’s Subs: Try the Chipotle Chicken Cheesesteak

If you go to Jersey Mike's Subs around lunchtime on a weekday, expect to encounter a line. The popular local sandwich shop tends to attract a crowd during peak lunch hours. That's because, unlike its competitors, Jersey Mike's serves truly fresh subs made using the best possible ingredients. Its staff actually shaves meat fresh from the spit for each order, so you know you're getting the best stuff available when you order your sub.

Regulars highly recommend the chipotle chicken cheesesteak sub. It may not be the most traditional of the cheesesteaks, but it's smothered with a spicy chipotle mayo and filled with grilled onions and peppers. You can always opt for the classic Famous Steak Philly instead, which sports only grilled onions and peppers. Jersey Mike's dishes out cold subs, too, filled with fresh cold cuts, as well as wraps.

Jersey Mike's Subs
25660 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 253-1600
www.jerseymikes.com
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For a New York State of Mind, Try Mama Mia Pizza

Located on Old Road, Mama Mia Pizza bring classic New York-style pizza to the Santa Clarita Valley. Served by the whole pie or the floppy slice, this is the kind of thin-crust pizza that you need to fold in half in order to eat.

Deep-dish pies and gourmet toppings need not apply here! The pizza menu is pretty succinct; you can choose between cheese, pepperoni, vegetarian, margarita, and meat lovers' pies. Specialty pizzas include Hawaiian, barbecue chicken, white, and baked ziti. If you prefer, you can design your own pie by choosing from Mama Mia's selection of toppings; these include anchovies, ham, jalapenos, and onions, to name a few. Mama Mia’s also serves up a number of other Italian-American dishes, including pastas, meatballs, and cannoli. Daily lunch specials come highly recommended by Yelp reviewers.

Mama Mia Pizza is open Tuesdays through Sundays. Delivery and take-out are offered.

Mama Mia Pizza
25708 Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 286-9183
mamamiapizzascv.net
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Don’t Skip the Lunch Buffet at Karma Indian Cuisine & Bar

The Karma Indian Cuisine & Bar is an Indian restaurant located in Valencia. The high ceilings and spread out tables make dining comfortable and enjoyable. The food is fresh and made to order, the staff is friendly and the service is fast. Menu favorites include the chicken tikka masala, spicy red curry, tandoori chicken, and the shrimp coconut curry. Karma Indian Cuisine & Bar also serves cocktails.

The restaurant has a daily lunch buffet Monday to Friday, and a brunch buffet Saturdays and Sundays. The restaurant is open Monday to Thursday 11:30 am to 3 p.m. for lunch, and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. for dinner. On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, the restaurant is open all day from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Karma Indian Cuisine & Bar
23460 Cinema Drive
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 288-0080
www.karmavalencia.com

Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler: Tasty California Cuisine

Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler is a local institution known for serving tasty California-style fare in a surf-themed, indoor-outdoor setting. Sip a frosty margarita, cold beer, or other refreshing libation while you gaze at the fun decor in this funky spot.

Starter options include nachos, shrimp skewers, quesadillas, mesquite-grilled zucchini, and the Rip Curl Platter with a cheese quesadilla, hot wings, and chicken strips. The Killer Taco Platter comes in a variety of options that include mesquite grilled whitefish, fried shrimp, grilled Angus beef, chicken, tri-tip steak, and pork. Other favorites include chicken soup, tortilla soup, Mexican-style pizza, Baja chicken salad, and tri-tip chili. Also on the menu are fajitas, burritos, and sandwiches. Open every day.

Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler
25289 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91382
(661) 288-1022
chuysonline.com

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Pick Up Stix: Traditional Chinese Food Fast

For 25 years, the California chain Pick Up Stix has served classic Chinese food to diners in a hurry. Locals say the Stevenson Ranch location is a good place to grab lunch. Regardless, they seem to love the cream cheese wontons, the house special chicken served with brown rice, the house tofu, the Mongolian beef and the chow mein.

Vegetarians can substitute tofu in any Pick Up Stix entree. Lunch specials are available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can feed a group with the family value pack. Pick Up Stix caters weddings and other events throughout Southern California. Pick Up Stix is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays through Thursdays and from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays.

Pick Up Stix
25960 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 288-2090
www.pickupstix.com
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Final Score: Where Every Overstuffed Sandwich is “Practically Open-Faced”

You can usually assume that restaurant owner who's on a first-name basis with his clients is a pretty friendly fellow, and that assumption would be correct in the case of Final Score's Joe. Many Yelp reviewers refer to him by name, citing him as one of the main selling points at this popular sandwich shop. Of course, his friendly face and helpful attitude still pale in comparison to the sandwiches themselves.

Sink your teeth into a sub stuffed with fresh roast beef and colorful bell peppers, or try the classic turkey sandwich with a bag of potato chips and a drink. No matter what you order, as one reviewer puts it, the sandwich will be "practically open-faced" due to the slew of fresh ingredients packed inside of each and every creation that comes from behind the counter.

Final Score
23754 Lyons Avenue
Newhall, CA 91321
(661) 254-6557
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Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler: Grab a Burrito and Watch the Game

Fans of Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler love this California chain restaurant for its down-to-earth atmosphere and classic Mexican-inspired food. Locals can often be found in Chuy’s socializing, watching the game and enjoying a meal. Popular menu items include the tri-tip jumbo burrito, the mahi skewers, the burritos, the California wrap, the mesquite grilled shrimp fajitas and the Mexican-style pizza. Chuy’s serves breakfast all day long, including such dishes as the breakfast burrito, the tri-tip and egg sandwich and the green chili omelet.

If you’re on a diet, Chuy’s also offers several entrees with 500 calories or fewer. Chuy’s offers regular specials, including margarita Mondays, and sells family-sized meals to-go. Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler is open from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day of the week.

Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler
25289 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91382
(661) 288-1022
chuysonline.com
www.yelp.com/biz/chuys-mesquite-broiler-stevenson-ranch

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

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

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Cabo Cabana: A Lively Spot for Mexican Food

Looking for a tasty Mexican meal? Program your GPS to take you to Cabo Cabana, where you can get your fill of fiery food in a lively setting. Order a signature margarita as you read the menu, which is filled with all of your favorite dishes. Service here is quick, so you'll have a feast in front of you in no time.

Regulars enjoy the salsa bar, which offers a variety of fresh options for dipping crispy tortilla chips. The tacos come with your choice of chicken or beef. The Cabana burrito comes with a tortilla wrapped around a heaping helping of your choice of char broiled steak, shredded pork, or chicken.The Cabo quesa grande quesadilla is a big hunger-crusher, with a grilled flour tortilla topped with melted jack and cheddar cheese, char broiled beef or chicken, mild green chili, tomato, onion, cilantro, sour cream, and guacamole. Enchiladas, tostadas and nachos are also on the menu.

Cabo Cabana is open every day in Stevenson Ranch.

Cabo Cabana
25710 The Old Rd
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
cabocabanabajagrill.com

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Noah’s New York Bagels: East Coast Tastes

If people tell you that you can’t get a decent bagel in California, send them to Noah’s New York Bagels. Noah’s has places all over the country, bringing the authentic tastes of New York City everywhere it can. The Valencia Marketplace houses the Noah’s in Stevenson Ranch, so you too can enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch. Walk up to the counter and check out the varieties of bagels, from classic plain and egg to more interesting varieties. You’re also going to take some time to figure out what kind of “schmear” you want, in a variety of sweet and savory flavors. Pair it up with a fresh coffee, and you are good to go!  

Noah’s New York Bagels
25904 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 254-9474
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