Pomona Valley Mining Company

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   Elizabeth

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Food wasn’t fully cooked well and lobster was overcooked and no flavor. Too much money for not good food. Asked for window they didn’t honor.
   

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   Africa Noemi

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Was very beautiful food was delicious and Service was amazing we had a beautiful time
   

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   Michael

   San Diego

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   The bar was low on inventory. Our waiter was not informed about the menu. The cocktails we ordered at the table took 25 minutes to arrive. My water glass remain empty after two requests to refill. When she finally returned asked if ai wanted more water.
   

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   Jacquelyn

   Las Vegas

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 8, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Husband and I went to celebrate our 10 year anniversary, had a reservation for 7:30pm got there a little bit early but was in a booth by 7:35, the food was super good and service was great!
   

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   Dion

   Orange County

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on December 8, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food, service, ambience, and view. Went on a Saturday evening during the holiday season, which was likely the reason for the long wait for valet parking in and out.
   

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   kenneth

   Los Angeles

   2 reviews

   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 8, 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   I recently had dinner here there were several holiday parties going on at this venue as well, and unfortunately, my experience fell short of expectations. The valet service was a disaster. I initially chose not to valet my car, but the valet staff assured me I could park anywhere for $8. However, when I parked, a valet came over and informed me that my spot was reserved for trucks, even though several other cars were parked there. Later, when I was ready to leave, the valet had blocked off an entire section of vehicles, telling us we had to wait for them to move the car. This was exactly why I chose not to valet in the first place—I didn’t want to wait. The valet staff was also rude and unhelpful, even attempting to gesture for me to make a 20-point turn to get around a blocked car. Given that there were private parties going on, it might have been better for them to close for the night rather than overextend their service capabilities. As for the food, it was underwhelming. The lobster tail was bland, and the butter served with it lacked flavor. The filet was subpar and certainly not worth the premium price. To top it off, the service felt rushed from the moment we sat down. It was clear they were eager to turn the table, making us feel like we weren’t being given the time to enjoy our meal. The drinks were ridiculously overpriced, which only added to the overall disappointment. While our table offered a great view, it felt like we were paying more for the novelty of the location and the scenery than for the food and drink itself. For the price, I'd much rather spend my money at a place like Ruth's Chris, where both the food and service are consistently top-notch. Unfortunately, I won't be returning to this venue. Very disappointed, I had been wanting to eat here since I was a kid, every time we passed by on the freeway. We tried last year, but we were unable to get a table without a reservation.
   

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   Manuel

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 7, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Terrible parking and valet service. Decent food and drinks but overpriced. Not worth the long wait to get into parking lot and wait to be seated even with a reservation.
   

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   Renee

   Sacramento

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 7, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Had 6 PM dinner reservations, arrived early told we would be seated in five minutes a half hour later still not seated.  Restaurant was very loud and noisy restaurant was very cold. Service was great. Food was great.
   

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   Mary

   Los Angeles

   4 reviews

   2.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on November 29, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   I normally like Pomona Valley Mining Co. when they are on the regular menu. But I would not go back for the Thanksgiving buffet. We had a 5:45pm reservation but still had to wait an hour for a table. The food was mostly cold and subpar, especially compared to their regular food. The people were pleasant and the dessert was delicious.
   

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    Mayra

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5

    The thanksgiving buffet does not disappoint!! This is my families 4th year celebrating Thanksgiving at Pomona Valley Mining Co. The food is delicious, seasoned perfectly, wide variety, not just the simple turkey dinner.. prime rib, salmon, bbq ribs, and lots of sides and full salad bar to choose from!!
    

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