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5 FOR DINING

By MICHELLE RESTER

The variety of great places to eat in the Inland Empire is as vast as the area. Here are five restaurants with delicious food to get you started.

CANTON BISTRO
Known for: Exquisite Asian fusion — including sushi, Japanese and Chinese food. This trendy new restaurant near Citrus Plaza is open 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily. The restaurant also turns into a nightclub at 10 p.m., and has a full bar with plenty of sake drinks.

9980 Alabama St., Suite A
Redlands
(909) 335-6688

LAS CAMPANAS
Known for: Traditional Mexican fare as well as specialty items in a beautiful new restaurant from the owners of the Mission Inn in Riverside. Open for lunch and dinner daily, and Sunday brunch. Choose from several exquisite dining rooms or a lush patio.

8106 Milliken Ave.
Rancho Cucamonga
(909) 466-2766

HAANDI INDIAN CUISINE
Known for: One of the best Indian restaurants in the area. Try the fresh-baked naan in Tandoor, Tandoori chicken, or the abundance of lamb curry dishes.

7890 Haven Ave., No. 15-16
Rancho Cucamonga
(909) 581-1951

BUA THAI CUISINE
Known for: Intimate, linen-covered yet casual tables; large servings, delicious ribs, several types of curry dishes and pad thai noodles.

450 W. First St.
Claremont Village West
(909) 626-6666

CITRONE RESTAURANT AND BAR
Known for: Fun American food and a huge selection of fine California wine.

328 Orange St.
Redlands
(909) 793-6635