Best Lunch Restaurants in Duarte

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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PasadenaSan Gabriel Valley

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AlhambraArcadiaCovinaDuarteGlendoraMonrovia

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

33 restaurants available nearby

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1. 1913 Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(82)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Duarte

Booked 6 times today

1913 Restaurant & Bar is no ordinary restaurant. Named for the founding year of the City of Hope, 1913 is a place where every plate is thoughtfully curated to nourish one’s body, heart, spirit, and soul. Executive Chef Christian Eggerling and his diverse team of culinary talent make healthy food fun, sometimes fancy (because we all deserve it), but never boring. Fresh wild-caught seafood, locally sourced meat, garden-harvested vegetables, decadent desserts, curated wine list and craft cocktail program make 1913 the ideal destination for any occasion. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and private events can be experienced in our modern and elegant restaurant or outside on the patio with a picture-perfect view of the local foothill mountains. Whether you are a team member, local or visitor to our historic campus - our commitment to locally farmed, sustainability-focused food is not just a pledge, it is a promise.

2. The Derby

4.8

Exceptional(4375)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Arcadia

Booked 28 times today

The Derby is more than a restaurant. Established in 1922, it has been family owned and operated since 1951. It is a grand museum showcasing some of horse racing’s greatest moments. Diners are invited to take a break from the rush of modern life and travel back to the time of George Woolf, Seabiscuit, and relive the excitement of “The Race of the Century”. We excel in offering the best meat and fresh seafood hand selected by our longtime executive chef that would delight even the most discriminating of taste. Some of the menu highlights include the Bacon Wrapped Filet, Delmonico New York, Prime Rib and Shrimp Scampi. We offer a wide selection of wines by the bottle and by the glass. Relax and enjoy a delicious meal in one of our iconic red leather booths, take in a beautiful evening on our terrace, or watch a sporting event in our bar and lounge. Dining at The Derby can only be compared to the feeling of holding the winning ticket when you smile and know that you made the right choice!

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3. Benihana - Santa Anita, CA

4.1

Excellent(2834)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Arcadia

Booked 36 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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4. Craft by Smoke and Fire - Arcadia

3.9

Excellent(382)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Arcadia

Booked 1 time today

At Craft by Smoke and Fire, we see ourselves as more than a restaurant; our mission is to be a cornerstone in the community. A place where you can find great food made by great people. Craft by Smoke and Fire offers an emotional souvenir in every dish. Craft dishes, Craft cocktails and great entertainment. We don't just feed the body; we focus on the soul. Please note to serve more families in our community, every party has one hour and a half to dine at the table. Thank you again for choosing Craft Arcadia.

5. Corfu

4.3

Awesome(80)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Pasadena

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our family has created this restaurant for you, and to ensure delicious tastes from the Mediterranean that a discriminating palate will appreciate, you"ll fit right in whether your taste today is running towards waffles,kebabs,fish,pasta,steak or sandwiches. we use the finest and freshest ingredients to prepare all dishes from scratch. Both beer and wine are served, including some of the more difficult to find wines that use only organically grown grapes. Dine in, or take out. Reservations are accepted.

A photo of BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Arcadia restaurant

6. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Arcadia

4.7

Exceptional(51)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Arcadia

Booked 1 time today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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7. Domenico's Monrovia Italian

4.4

Awesome(23)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Monrovia

Booked 1 time today

AT DOMENICO’S, WE BRING YOU THE SAME WONDERFUL EXPERIENCES WE GREW UP ON. FROM OUR WARM ITALIAN HOSPITALITY; TO THE AUTHENTIC AROMAS IN OUR KITCHEN. OUR FLAVORFUL HANDMADE RECIPES THAT HAVE PASSED DOWN FOR MORE THAN THREE GENERATIONS.

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8. Kalaveras - Covina

3.8

Excellent(63)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Covina

Booked 1 time today

We're creating a new concept of modern rustic dining with a fusion of traditional and vanguard Mexican ingredients. Our food is chef-driven, using classic cooking techniques with fresher and healthier options. We're elevating bold, authentic flavors and presenting a new way of eating. In the bar you'll find over 90 different tequilas and Mezcal spirits.

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9. Capital Seafood Restaurant

4.1

Excellent(16)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Pasadena

Located at Restaurant Row on Huntington Drive in the city of Arcadia. At Capital Seafood Arcadia we serve an extensive menu from the delicious traditional Dim Sum to many choices of authentic Chinese meat, seafood, poultry, and vegetable dishes. The ambiance is casual, yet elegant. Our ultimate goal is to bring the best Chinese dining experience to our guests and transform a meal into an experience. The comfort of home with the service of royalty.

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10. Dave & Buster's - Santa Anita

3.8

Excellent(116)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Arcadia

Booked 5 times today

Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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Richard
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Great overall experience. I recommend making reservations for fast seating. Food was delicious! Cook was fast with minimal show or tricks, some appreciate that, some don’t. I love that my cook cooked the protein first and then the rice. I rather take the rice home vs the protein because you get full fast! Oh, and make room for ice cream at the end 😃
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Benihana - Santa Anita, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Arcadia
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4.1
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LindaVIP
Hawaii •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We Celebrated my mom’s 88th birthday and it was wonderful! The food and staff are top notch!
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The DerbyPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Arcadia
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4.8
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Casey
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
We had a great time at 1913. The food was amazing and the staff was friendly. We will definitely be back.
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1913 Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Duarte
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4.8
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Diana
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 29, 2024
It's a small place but staff was very friendly and the food was ample and very tasty. Everyone enjoyed their order, which included Greek salad, their combo plate, and Roquefort chicken. We had requested a quiet location and got one. I was afraid we wouldn't be able to hear the two musicians in the front room but their music was piped in.
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CorfuPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Pasadena
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4.3
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AmilyVIP
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Quesadilla brisket is sooo good! Great restaurant!
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Craft by Smoke and Fire - ArcadiaPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Arcadia
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3.9