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Welcome to Espiau’s

Espiau’s, located in Claremont, CA, offers a blend of American, Mexican, and bar cuisine. Known for its signature Espiau's Salad and house-made chips and salsa, this restaurant provides a cozy and nostalgic dining experience. The menu features traditional American-Mexican dishes that are perfect for a casual meal with friends. With attentive service and a comfortable atmosphere, Espiau's is a go-to spot for savoring flavorful food and enjoying good company. Whether you're craving the steak fajitas, burritos, or the mouthwatering chips and guacamole, Espiau’s promises a satisfying dining experience with a twist of nostalgia.

Espiau’s: Reviews & Ratings

Jeff W.
Jeff W.

I have been coming here or to the first one on Holt Avenue in Pomona since my Spanish teacher took us all here (Pomona) in 1979 as a class trip....Zero has changed! I would describe the food here as mild or gringo Mexican food. (I am a gringo so I can say it) It's all what you think Mexican food would be, in the 1970s.... Comfort food... The standouts are the signature Epius' Salad and the house made chips and salsa.... The salad is a huge bowl of shredded lettuce with a mountain of finally shredded jack cheese on top of it. That is it!! The epitome of simplicity! See the photos. They give you a bottle of vinaigrette dressing to use. You need a boatload because the cheese is a sponge. It tastes incredible! The aforementioned chips are also unique to this restaurant. They are house cut and fried using regular tortillas not the thin stuff that you normally see at Mexican restaurants. They are also covered in season salt, I mean covered. You need to dunk them in the house made salsa or else It is a salt overload. I also use the dressing from the Espius' Salad. The rest of the menu typical AmericanMexican food that needs lots a salsa for flavor. It's good. Service is usually good and mostly booths for seating. Cool place to catch up with friends.

Mylesha D.
Mylesha D.

I found this spot a year or two ago while I was looking on Yelp for a fun place to catch the March Madness games. I wanted somewhere I could enjoy live sports, grab a bite to eat, and maybe get some work done too. After checking around, I realized this place was just what I needed. During the day, it's super chill and perfect for getting stuff done since it's usually quieter. But at night, especially during big games, it can get pretty loud and packed, which isn't great for working. Still, the lively vibe at night makes it a lot of fun.

Desiree L.
Desiree L.

I will walk miles through a thunderstorm for their chips and guacamole! Outstanding! Even 3 days later!

Aurelie E.
Aurelie E.

My husband had the steak fajitas and I had a burrito. I had order envy, his fajitas were amazing. A+ for the portion size of the burrito :). I liked how big it was - shoulda paid an extra $1.50 though to make it wet... would have liked more sauce - that's some hot sauce I put on top in the photo. It would be nice if they could bring back the student discount, when you show your student ID :(... it used to be 20% off the bill and that was cool! Some good wine options on the menu and that is impressive . :) One time we had the happy hour nachos and they were great - also loved the size. We like to come here and sit in the booths very comfortable and always a fun time! Great service - thanks!

Benedict A.
Benedict A.

Impromptu visit as our previous plans fell thru. They weren't busy at all when we initially came in (it was early), by the time we left, the majority of tables were taken with a line out the front door. The place does look kind of old and dark. Lots of different areas and rooms. Took quite a trek to get to the back bar area from the front. There were tvs in the bar area, so it's cool to get a drink and have some food while watching a game. Our waitress was cool. Service was good. Readily topped off our waters. Continually asked if we wanted more chips and salsa. Food came out quickly as well. Chips and salsa were good and unlimited!! Chips had a dusting of spices. Chips were not oily. Crunchy. But thick enough to hold a huge heap of salsa. But at the same time, it was not overly thick. I ordered their Rizo-rito, which was a chorizo burrito. It was large!! Flavors were amazing. Not overly salty. Entire thing held together as I was cutting into it. It's not extremely spicy. Moist. Overall, good vibes. And good food.

Jharvis L.
Jharvis L.

I was in the mood for a tuna melt with bacon, and I was very pleasantly surprised at how good it tasted. I wasn't in the mood for fries, so I went with the potato salad which tasted pretty good as well. Service was attentive, and refills on my iced tea were quick. This is a comfortable place for both lunch and dinner, and with the summer heat coming in, there's an outside area that's covered where I've hung out to enjoy the breeze. Compared to the average ratings for this business, my experience has been above the three stars. My minus one star comes from the chips being incredibly salty, so I pass on them most of the time. Otherwise, this place is a solid local spot for me! Cheers!

Norge Y.
Norge Y.

Rarely come to the area and came in for a bite and to kill some time. Immediately greeted, waited upon, and served chips and salsa before I even sat down. A+ for fast and friendly service. I sat at the bar and I just wanted an appetizer so I asked for a recommendation. Bartender said she loved the nachos so I went with that and added asada. It was enough for four people. Unfortunately, it wasn't great. It was covered with refried beans, cheese, jalapeño, and asada and came with guacamole and sour cream on the side so it wasn't lacking in general ingredients but it did lack in flavor. I wouldn't order it again but would gladly try other items on the menu.

Justin W.
Justin W.

The salad covered with cheese was pretty awesome. This place was good - not great. I imagine like many places the food costs are high because the cost of business is high. The staff was friendly and I appreciate a place that has TouchTunes so you can end the long line of generic country music songs with some extreme heavy metal Why would anyone buy their chips "to go" they were pretty average Would I eat here again? Sure. Do I ever feel the urge to return here? Not really

Location

  • Espiau’s
    109 N Yale Ave Claremont, CA 91711 Hotline: (909) 621-1818

Welcome to Espiau's, a hidden gem in Claremont, CA that offers a mix of American, bars, and Mexican cuisine. With a wide range of options such as pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian dishes, Espiau's caters to all dietary preferences. This cozy restaurant takes reservations, offers delivery and takeout, and even has outdoor seating for those sunny California days.

One of the standout dishes here is the signature Espiau's Salad, a simple yet delicious combination of shredded lettuce and jack cheese topped with vinaigrette dressing. The house-made chips and salsa are also a must-try, with the chips fried to perfection and covered in seasoned salt.

Customers rave about the friendly service and vibrant atmosphere at Espiau's, making it a perfect spot for catching up with friends or enjoying a night out. Whether you're a fan of classic Mexican comfort food or looking to try something new, Espiau's has something for everyone.

So next time you're in Claremont, make sure to stop by Espiau's for a memorable dining experience. With its eclectic menu and welcoming ambiance, you're sure to leave satisfied and wanting to come back for more.