Stay classy, Candelas
Photos by Liset Marquez/Staff
An RC Now commenter's recommendation of Candelas, the new restaurant at Victoria Gardens, helped me and a group of friends decide where to take a birthday gal for dinner the other night.
After finishing my entree and sampling a half dozen others, it became clear that Candelas has the classiest, most creative menu at the mall. Flemmings fans might object but what can I say, I'm a Ruth's Chris gal at heart.
Candelas is one of those fancy restaurants where horchata is a cocktail and lobster is served on the side.
I devoured my Salmon Epazote ($15) which was a filet with epazote and almond butter on a bed of green rice with lobster-tequila sauce. Also recommended is what's pictured, tequila-flamed jumbo prawns over tuna sashimi in a balsamic demi-glaze ($19.50). The birthday girl got a complimentary pastel tres leches (normally $8.50).
The only thing that annoyed me about the menu is the offerings of Fettuccini Alfredo and hamburger. Why do some restaurants feel like they have to appeal to every single picky eater?
Another thing before you go: Mention that you live in the 91739 for a 20 percent discount.
I was born in the 91766(Pomona), lived in the 91710 for 24 years(Chino), suffered in the 91730 for 3 years(lower Rancho), and now made it to the 91701 5 years ago...but that's not even good enough for a discount. I'll visit Candelas after my next visit to Paisano's.