Duane’s at The Mission Inn

Duane’s at the Mission Inn

Location: Mission Inn, Riverside Californa

Type of Food: Upscale Steakhouse

Price Range: Expensive, that’s all I can say

Date Potential: Oh-la-la

Website: www.missioninn.com
Duane’s is everything a steakhouse should be. It is one of the most upscale venues in the area and never seems to disappoint.

Food:
Duane’s menu is a mix between fine steaks, seafood, and the occasional poultry. This is by far the best restaurant in the area for steak. A piece of filet mignon will run you a good day’s work but will leave you smiling while paying the bill. If you order your meat rare at this restaurant it will come out rare. Not medium, not medium rare, rare! They take much pride in their ability to please their guests as their reputation would uphold.
The deserts at Duane’s are also spectacular. Enjoy a crème brule or piece of chocolate cake that will please even the highest of critics. Duane’s also boasts an extensive wine list that ranges from just under a hundred dollars to the priciest of wines for the connoisseur.

Atmosphere:
This restaurant ‘s atmosphere is about as fabulous as its food. It is dim-lit and peaceful. The dark wood tables and decor make you feel like one of high status. On your table you will also find more silverware than possibly useable. You won’t be left short of anything here. The area surrounding the restaurant is also very pleasant. After dinner take a tour of the Mission Inn’s beautiful architecture and floral effects.

Service:
The service at Duane’s is like having a personal assistant. I would not be surprised if the waiters would simply feed you your food like an infant if requested. Expect to have the table cleaned promptly after each course and constant checkups for drink refills or any other service your heart desires.

Date Potential:
If you want to impress your date, Duane’s is the place to go. Not only will you be astounded by the food you will find it quite romantic. I would not recommend taking a first date here since you can expect to spend a minimum of two hundred dollars for three courses, and lets face it, sometimes first dates don’t always make it to the second.

Wood Ranch Bar and Grill

Wood Rance Bar and Grill

Location: 2785 Lakeshore Dr. Corona, Ca

Type of Food: BBQ

Price Range: Expect to pay about $50.00 for two!

Date Potential: Perfect for a date!

Upon entering Wood Ranch Bar and Grill in Corona California you will notice a barbecue style decor with a fine dining flare. This dim light steakhouse features items such as prime rib, filet mignon, and other barbecue favorites accompanied by an extensive list of homestyle sides. These include mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and fresh vegetables.

The food at Wood Ranch resembles that of Claim Jumper with a bit more attention to detail. You will notice that the food on the plates are arranged perfectly and there is no sauce dripping off the side. A steak at Wood Ranch is also done to perfection. When you ask for medium, it comes out medium. Not medium well. One thing admirable about Wood Ranch is their bread. The garlic cheese bread comes out hot and differentiates itself from the ordinary.

The service at Wood Ranch is also exceptional. The staff is friendly and is helpful at communicating the special dishes of the day or any other query you may have. This is what separates Wood Ranch from other barbecue joints as the premium prices will reflect the excellent service.

I would definitely recommend Wood Ranch as a perfect spot for a night date. The area surrounding Wood Ranch also would seem favorable to walking around as there is shopping, ice cream, and a movie theater close by.