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NORMS RESTAURANT

(4.9 Score)
10620 Valley Boulevard,
El Monte, CA 91731 Directions

Since 1949

Specialities:

✓T-Bone Steak ✓Porterhouse Steak ✓Country Fried Breakfast ✓Sirloin Steak and Eggs ✓NORMS Classic Hamburger ✓NORMS Classic Cheeseburger ✓Bacon Cheeseburger ✓Habanero Jalapeño Bacon Cheeseburger ✓NORMS Original Patty Melt ✓Cheeseburger Fries ✓The Clubhouse ✓Cajun Chicken Sandwich ✓Tuna Melt ✓Half Sandwich Soup Salad ✓Kimchi Fried Rice ✓BBQ Mac-N-Cheese

"NORMS Restaurants is a 24/7 chain restaurant that offers generous portions of classic American food in a no-frills setting. The restaurant serves from hand-cut steaks in the kitchen to scratch-made salad dressings and soups. Their specials are Ribeye, Sirloin, New York Strip, Belgian Waffles, and French Toast. The restaurant is dedicated to serving top-quality food and beverages, scratch-made recipes, generous quantities, and reasonable prices. The restaurant provides reliable, pleasant service and an inviting atmosphere.

2026 Highlights: NORMS Restaurants offers catering service, gift cards, and outdoor seating."

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Menu:

Steak & Eggs
1 Lb. Porterhouse Steak & Eggs $27.11
Country Fried Breakfast & Eggs $20.60
34 Lb. T-Bone Steak & Eggs $24.94
6 Oz. Sirloin Steak & Eggs $21.69
12 Lb. New York Steak & Eggs $22.23
Hearty Skillets
Garden Veggie Skillet $19.19
Country Kitchen Skillet $20.28
Buffalo Chicken Skillet $19.52
Flavor Of Summer Ribs
Half Rack & Wings $23.86
Flavor Of Summer Lunch & Dinner
Buffalo Chicken Salad $15.18
Beef Burnt Ends Bowl $19.52
Kings Hawaiian Po Boy Shrimp Sandwich $14.09
Flavor Of Summer Appetizers & Sides
Mini Corn Dogs $9.75
Korean BBQ Smothered Fries $13.01
Mac-N-Cheese $4.33
Bacon Jalapeno Mac $4.33
Kimchi Fried Rice $4.33
BBQ Mac-N-Cheese $4.33
Three Sides For $9.99
World Cup Specials
USA World Cup Hotcakes $6.49

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Contact:

(323) 317-9402

Mon-Sun: 7am - 11pm

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THE DERBY

(4.8 Score)
233 East Huntington Drive, Arcadia,
El Monte, CA 91006 Directions

Since 1922

Specialities:

✓Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon ✓Prime Angus Ribeye ✓George Woolf's Prime Rib ✓Prime New York Strip ✓The Mike Smith ✓Chateaubriand ✓The Gary Stevens ✓Rosemary Chicken ✓Penne a la Vodka ✓Risotto e Mare ✓The Derby Delight ✓Rack of Lamb ✓Pan Seared Scallop Pasta ✓Atlantic Salmon ✓Australian Lobster Tail ✓Chilean Seabass ✓Shrimp Scampi ✓Bloody Mary Cocktail Sauce ✓Classic Tartar

"The Derby serves a wide range of steak and seafood in rooms decorated with horse-racing memorabilia. The restaurant is situated 6.3 miles away from El Monte. They are famous for their Bacon-Wrapped Filet Mignon. The full-service restaurant has the capability and experience to handle large parties, professional business meetings, celebrations, and special events. The Derby is a host for your event, offering many amenities, including proximity to Santa Anita Park, complimentary valet parking, patio dining, a fireplace, a full bar, an excellent wine list, free WiFi, banquet menus, and group-friendly dining rooms. You can also place table reservations at The Derby.

2026 Highlights: Gift cards are available."

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License #3018482

Menu:

Steaks
Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon $78
Prime Ribeye $78
George Woolf'S Prime Rib (12 Oz.) $59
George Woolf'S Prime Rib (16 Oz.) $76
Soup & Salad
French Onion Soup $15
Iceberg Wedge $16
Caesar Salad $14
Chef Sal'S Soup Of The Day $14
The Derby Mixed Greens $12
Market Sides
Creamed Spinach $15
Sweet Potato Waffle Fries $9
Jumbo Grilled Asparagus $14
Marsala Mushrooms $13
Creamed Corn $15
Potatoes Romanoff $6
SautéEd Green Beans $9
Three Cheese Mac & Cheese $18
Accompaniments
Lump Crab Oscar $26
Blue Cheese Crust $6
Red Wine Bordelaise $6
Jumbo Shrimp Scampi (Each) $8
Bourbon Herb Butter $6
Bearnaise Sauce $6
At The Starting Gate
Shrimp Cocktail $26
Crispy Brussels Sprouts $16
Roasted Bone Marrow $24
Chef Sal'S Spiced Meatballs $19
Tuna Tower $26

Contact:

(626) 447-2430 (626) 447-8174

Tue-Wed: 4pm - 9pm
Thu & Fri: 11:30am - 10pm
Sat: 10:30am - 2:30pmI4pm - 10pm
Sun: 10:30am - 2:30pmI4pm - 9pm
Mon: Closed

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CLEARMAN'S NORTH WOODS INN

(4.8 Score)
7247 Rosemead Boulevard, San Gabriel,
El Monte, CA 91775 Directions

Since 1984

Specialities:

✓Angus Rib Eye Steak ✓Broiled Chicken Dinner ✓Icelandic Filet of Cod ✓Alaskan King Crab Dinner ✓Double Lobster ✓Filet Mignon Supreme ✓Fried Chicken Dinner ✓Full Rack of Ribs ✓Freshly Ground Hamburger Steak ✓Half Rack Ribs ✓Broiled Halibut Dinner ✓Lumberjack Steak Large Size 13oz ✓Premium Rock Lobster Tail ✓Broiled Mahi Mahi Dinner ✓Lumberjack Steak Medium Size 9oz ✓New York Steak ✓Northwoods Special Platter ✓Porterhouse Steak ✓Bone-in Angus Rib Eye Steak ✓Grilled Salmon ✓Northwoods Scallops ✓Northwoods Seafood Combination ✓Broiled Jumbo Shrimp Dinner ✓Steak Chunks ✓Grilled Swordfish ✓Pint of Red Cabbage

"Clearman's North Woods Inn is a rustic, lodge-inspired American restaurant for surf' n' turf sandwiches. They are situated 10 miles away from El Monte. Clearman's North Woods Inn is the place for memorable meals. The maximum party size for a reservation is 9. Families have enjoyed the laid-back North Woods experience for generations. The warm, woodsy atmosphere is unique and features stained glass, oil paintings, and period lamps. Enjoy great lunches and dinners at all 3 locations. Clearman's North Woods offers online orders, happy hour food, a fireplace, and a private dining room.

2026 Highlights: You can also make a table reservation at Clearman's North Woods Inn."

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License #41886

Menu:

Signature Cuts
Porterhouse Steak $60.90
34 oz Tomahawk Rib Eye $95.95
Filet Mignon North Woods $52.95
Bone-In Rib Eye North Woods $59.95
Lumberjack Steak Large $47.95
Steak Chunks North Woods $35.95
Lumberjack Steak Medium $43.95
Boneless Rib Eye North Woods $52.95
New York Strip North Woods $47.95
Clearman's Classics
Chicken Dinner North Woods $33.95
Special Platter North Woods $43.95
Freshly Ground Steak North Woods $33.95
Combinations
Filet & Lobster $80.95
Filet Mignon & Shrimp $58.95
Steak & Shrimp $52.95
Appetizers
Potato Skins $11.95
Wings North Woods $12.95
Breaded Mozzarella $11.95
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail $19.95
Coconut Shrimp North Woods $17.95
Beer Battered Zucchini Sticks $11.95
Pot Stickers $12.95
Fish N Chips $13.95
Loggers Combo $22.95

Discount:

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Contact:

(626) 286-3579

Mon-Thu & Sun: 11:30am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 11:30am - 10pm

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NORMS RESTAURANT REVIEWS

I love Norms for their food, but this location is definitely the best one! Rodrigo is a fantastic friendly server, excellent service. Store is managed by Sean who gave us a good greeting. Music is classic vibes. This whole location is definitely a good family inviting atmosphere.

Walked in and was greeted by the manager. Server Rodrigo gave us excellent service. Warm friendly atmosphere. Clean restrooms definite a plus. Food was excellent. Definitely will come back soon.

Maria was the best server I have ever had! && she literally got everything going and was so fast! I really enjoyed having my birthday breakfast here.

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THE DERBY REVIEWS

Absolutely fantastic meal. From first arriving and being taken to our table to our waiter Johnny we had the most amazing experience. We had the special which was the filet steak wrapped in bacon with the smoothest mash potatoes. I had been craving apple pie since we started route 66 and i was glad this was my first. The baked alaska was also amazing. I cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough or Johnny who was brilliant.

The Derby definitely did not disappoint. The service was awesome. The food is even better. Best steak, prime rib , and Chilean sea bass was on point. Hands down one of the best steak houses ever. Old fashions were perfect. Definitely going back.

Excellent food and service. We ordered prime rib, NY strip, and medallions. Prime rib was juicy and so tender. I preferred the NY strip which was perfect. Amazing appetizers too, like this thinly sliced salmon. It was worth splurging here for my birthday. Server also gifted me a box of cookies.

CLEARMAN'S NORTH WOODS INN REVIEWS

This place is a treat for us, because the portions are huge! The service is always friendly, no complaints. The outside looks like a cabin in the snow, and the indoor atmosphere is dark, wilderness theme. They do have sports playing on large TV screens on the bar side of the restaurant. The crunch on the floor is from wood shavings and peanut shells, so don't be alarmed. Great food and many choices.

This the best themed steak house! There’s great ambiance there! The salads, garlic bread, steaks, everything is delicious! The staff is friendly and helpful. We have been coming here since I was a child. The only thing I would change would be to use real candles at the tables.

Excellent Filet and Tail always good, we love the old lodge type atmosphere feels good being and eating here.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

NORMS RESTAURANT Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 5.4K: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE DERBY Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Location Proximity: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 10.0K: 10
Table Reservation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CLEARMAN'S NORTH WOODS INN Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Location Proximity: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 5.7K: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10