Eddie's Italian Eatery — Restaurant in Claremont

I had a strange experience with them recently, so I'm hoping that writing the review will help correct problems. I made an order for home delivery. Usually, it takes about 45 minutes for the delivery to arrive. Having worked in food service, I'm well acquainted with how it takes about 20 minutes to put together and cook a pizza. And usually, all is fine. Not so this time. After 45 minutes, I thought perhaps something had gone wrong with my order online. No biggie. So, I called. I was told the order "just came in." So, I said okay, well, that's a long time, but fine. They said, "see you soon!" Then, after another 47 minutes, I called again. After I asked and there was some conversation, I heard, "She's just going to have to wait!" in the background. Granted, it could have completely been another person they were yelling about. Then, the person on the phone said, "We didn't guarantee when we would deliver." That's true. They did not. But, after an hour and a half, I'm not really convinced it's inappropriate for me to call. I simply said I wasn't complaining but wondered what might be happening. A little under fifteen minutes later, my food arrived. It was fine, although one of the pizzas was a little cool, which makes me think maybe it sat there for a bit. I've been a really good customer, and I guess I expected a bit more. Perhaps an apology? I dunno. The delivery guy was perfectly pleasant but would not look me in the eye and dropped my food very quickly at the door and basically ran away, which is not usual either, all in under thirty seconds. I'm hoping they just had a bad day. But, I think maybe I'll frequent some other places for awhile, when I do get pizza. I think it's all about the apology, not the weird lateness, for me. And I just...

This by far has got to be one of the best Italian restaurants in the Inland Empire. I took my mother there for mother's day and every single solitary thing that we tried was absolutely delicious. We started off with some minestrone soup that was so delicious that my mother ordered a quart to go. We decided to go with the "non-traditional vs the classic american standards you see on a American Italian menu. So we ordered a few of the items on the menu that were more Italy base in concept. I ordered a fish dish, mom ordered the chicken picatta, we both had the minestrone. Neither one of us are big bread eaters but we both split a roll and they were fresh and delicious. The good was impeccable, the flavors were outstanding, The pasta and the the sauces are fresh and homemade.

The waiters are well-trained and it was just over all one of the best experiences I have ever had at a restaurant. I can't recommend this place enough. I wish I could keep it my own little secret, because it is by far a good "little italy" style restaurant. My mother's comment was that the dish that she tried took her back to Italy, She took a trip a few years ago to the country and just fell in love with the food. Overall I can't say enough good things about this restaurant we will definitely be back my mother doesn't live in this area but one of this request that she has made us at any time that she visits she wants a reservation...

Country Italian interior adds charm and comfort vibe to this picturesque place. Food is almost 5☆'s. Wine is 5☆'s. Service was "over-the-top" wonderful...we're there to unwind...they know it! Very relaxed but professional. They give their best because they love working there...and it shows. Great looking bunch...don't you think? Owner is "keen" on his wines. Made our dinner even more enjoyable. Two of us had the Salmon Special. I "smarted off" to the waiter how a good piece of salmon shouldn't be ruined with a spicy jalapeno sauce..."I'll have the pesto." Boy, did I eat my words. My friend had the jalapeno sauce...and it was divine! 5☆'s! Mine came overly-smothered (see my pics) in globy, thick, cold pesto sauce over hot salmon. Not a good mix! I scraped off what I could and ate the wonderful salmon they serve...cooked just right, underneath. Vegies were ok. Potatoes need help...(overly pre-cooked)...have a warmed up taste. Now we get to the best part...desert. My friend knows the owner and knew to ask about the "hidden secret cake" someone inside this wonderful little establishment occasionally bakes. I'm not a desert person usually...but the couple of bites I got in...before the other two devoured it...were "chocolate heaven." Which tells me...next time (and there will be a next time) I will save...