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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Pomona, CA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Borreguitas with a 4.8-star rating from 1,117 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 97/100. Also in the top tier: El Buen Gusto | Pupusería & Restaurant and Coco Palm Restaurant. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Pomona is 4.5 stars from 973 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Pomona range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated June 10, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Luchador Bar+Kitchen
Luchador Bar+Kitchen stands out as the top-ranked restaurant in Pomona for its vibrant atmosphere and creative Mexican cuisine that consistently earns high praise from diners.
Most Reviewed
El Buen Gusto | Pupusería & Restaurant
A high review count often signals reliable quality and broad appeal, making El Buen Gusto a trusted choice for authentic Salvadoran pupusas.
Consider your craving: Luchador offers a trendy, elevated experience, while El Buen Gusto delivers hearty, traditional fare. For craft beer lovers, The Rookery is a must, and El Chato Cocina Peruana brings unique Peruvian flavors. Borreguitas is ideal for casual birria tacos.
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20
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4.5★
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Jun 10, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
Earned a stellar 4.8-star rating from over 1,100 Google reviews.
987 S Garey Ave, Pomona, CA 91766, USAPraised by over 1,100 reviews, this Pomona restaurant holds a strong 4.5-star rating.
360 N Park Ave, Pomona, CA 91768, USAConsistently rated 4.4 stars across nearly 3,000 customer reviews.
1600 Fairplex Dr, Pomona, CA 91768, USARestaurants Rankings in Pomona, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Borreguitas987 S Garey Ave, Pomona, CA 91766, USA | 4.8★ | 1,117 |
| #2 | El Buen Gusto | Pupusería & Restaurant360 N Park Ave, Pomona, CA 91768, USA | 4.5★ | 1,147 |
| #3 | Coco Palm Restaurant1600 Fairplex Dr, Pomona, CA 91768, USA | 4.4★ | 2,999 |
| #4 | Chapayo Restaurant1526 W Mission Blvd, Pomona, CA 91766, USA | 4.7★ | 18 |
| #5 | McKinley's Grille601 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768, USA | 4.3★ | 170 |
| #6 | Tropical Mexico1371 S East End Ave, Pomona, CA 91766, USA | 4.5★ | 2,201 |
| #7 | El Merendero242 S Garey Ave, Pomona, CA 91766, USA | 4.4★ | 1,715 |
| #8 | El Chato Cocina Peruana101 W Mission Blvd #109, Pomona, CA 91766, USA | 4.9★ | 73 |
| #9 | Cachanilla Chinese Restaurant305 E Holt Ave, Pomona, CA 91766, USA | 4.5★ | 1,388 |
| #10 | VITA Italian Bar & Grill3101 W Temple Ave, Pomona, CA 91768, USA | 4.2★ | 715 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Restaurants in Pomona
A popular Pomosa eatery with a strong 4.7-star rating from dozens of reviews.
1526 W Mission Blvd, Pomona, CA 91766, USA
Boasts a solid 4.3-star rating from over 170 Google reviews.
601 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768, USA
A top-rated local favorite with 4.5 stars from over 2,200 reviews.
1371 S East End Ave, Pomona, CA 91766, USA
Solid 4.4-star rating from over 1,700 Google reviews in Pomona.
242 S Garey Ave, Pomona, CA 91766, USA
Earned a stellar 4.9-star rating from over 70 Google reviews in Pomona.
101 W Mission Blvd #109, Pomona, CA 91766, USA
A local favorite with 4.5 stars from over 1,300 Google reviews.
305 E Holt Ave, Pomona, CA 91766, USA
Solid 4.2-star rating from over 700 Google reviews for this Pomona restaurant.
3101 W Temple Ave, Pomona, CA 91768, USA
Boasts a 4.3-star rating from over 2,800 Google reviews in Pomona.
1777 Gillette Rd, Pomona, CA 91768, USA
4.7 stars from over 200 Google reviews, reflecting strong local approval.
296 W 2nd St, Pomona, CA 91766, USA
A solid 4.4-star rating from 457 Google reviews confirms this Pomona restaurant's consistent quality.
184 W 3rd St, Pomona, CA 91766, USA
Hundreds of reviews average an exceptional 4.8 stars for this Pomona restaurant.
224 E 2nd St, Pomona, CA 91766, USA
Rated 4.6 stars from over 100 Google reviews, this Pomona restaurant is a local favorite.
3801 W Temple Ave Building 79-102, Pomona, CA 91768, USA
Recognized for consistent quality with 4.4 stars across 742 reviews.
197 E 2nd St, Pomona, CA 91766, USA
Rated 4.6 stars from 56 Google reviews, this Pomona restaurant is a local favorite.
656 E Arrow Hwy, Pomona, CA 91767, USA
4.5 stars from 580 Google reviews make it a trusted Pomona dining choice.
171 W 2nd St, Pomona, CA 91766, USA
A solid 4.3-star rating from over 1,700 Google reviews.
2051 Rancho Valley Dr #230, Pomona, CA 91766, USA
Consistently rated 4.2 stars from nearly 1,000 Google reviews in Pomona.
131 E La Verne Ave, Pomona, CA 91767, USA
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Restaurants in Pomona, CA — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Borreguitas | 97/100 | 4.8 ★ | 1,117 |
| 2 | El Buen Gusto | Pupusería & Restaurant | 92/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,147 |
| 3 | Coco Palm Restaurant | 90/100 | 4.4 ★ | 2,999 |
| 4 | Chapayo Restaurant | 69/100 | 4.7 ★ | 18 |
| 5 | McKinley's Grille | 78/100 | 4.3 ★ | 170 |
| 6 | Tropical Mexico | 83/100 | 4.5 ★ | 2,201 |
| 7 | El Merendero | 81/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,715 |
| 8 | El Chato Cocina Peruana | 80/100 | 4.9 ★ | 73 |
| 9 | Cachanilla Chinese Restaurant | 83/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,388 |
| 10 | VITA Italian Bar & Grill | 78/100 | 4.2 ★ | 715 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · June 2026
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