Last updated: 2025-05-06
Best Upscale Restaurants in Valencia
Valencia’s dining scene blends California sophistication with culinary innovation. From intimate steakhouses to vibrant Mexican cuisine, the Santa Clarita Valley offers an exceptional range of gourmet experiences that transform every meal into a memorable occasion.
Discover restaurants where local chefs craft extraordinary dishes using premium ingredients. Whether craving Pacific coastal flavors, classic Italian traditions, or perfectly grilled steaks, Valencia’s top dining destinations promise an unforgettable gastronomic journey.
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Featured Fine Dining Spots in Valencia
- Salt Creek Grille (Santa Clarita)
- Larsen's Steakhouse
- Newhall Refinery (Santa Clarita)
- Piccola Trattoria (Santa Clarita)
- Sabor Cocina Mexicana (Santa Clarita)
- Greater Pacific
- Le Chene (Santa Clarita)
- BJ's Restaurant
BJ's Restaurant
What to Expect
House-brewed craft beer selection
Description
Casual restaurant chain offering a diverse menu of American-style pizzas, craft beers, and comfort food in a relaxed brewhouse setting. Features an expansive menu with deep-dish pizzas, burgers, pasta, and signature 'Pizookies' alongside a selection of house-brewed craft beers.
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Greater Pacific
What to Expect
California sea-to-table dining concept
Description
Located in the Valencia Hyatt Regency, Greater Pacific delivers a California-inspired dining experience focused on sea-to-table cuisine. The restaurant sources local ingredients from California's oceans and fields, crafting dishes that showcase the state's culinary landscape through refined, seasonally-driven menus featuring fresh seafood and locally grown produce.
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Larsen's Steakhouse
What to Expect
Dry-aged prime steak selection
Description
Larsen's Steakhouse offers an elegant dining experience featuring premium aged steaks in a sophisticated setting. The restaurant presents classic steakhouse ambiance with white tablecloths, intimate lighting, and an extensive wine selection. Signature dry-aged prime cuts are expertly prepared, complemented by attentive tableside service and a refined menu of classic steakhouse accompaniments.
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Le Chene (Santa Clarita)
What to Expect
Southern California's most extensive French wine collection
Description
Le Chene offers an elegant French dining experience in a romantic Santa Clarita setting. The restaurant features an extraordinary wine collection sourced from the Alonso Family Vineyards, with an extensive cellar recognized by LA Eater Magazine. White-tablecloth dining showcases classic European cuisine prepared with Juan Alonso's legendary culinary expertise.
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Newhall Refinery (Santa Clarita)
What to Expect
Twenty rotating craft beer taps with custom draught system
Description
A rustic gastropub in Old Town Newhall featuring farm-to-table American cuisine with twenty rotating craft beer taps. The cozy dining room showcases a unique wood-paneled ceiling adorned with hundreds of beer taps, soft Edison lighting, and a warm atmosphere that blends casual comfort with high-scale culinary offerings.
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Piccola Trattoria (Santa Clarita)
What to Expect
Handmade traditional Italian pasta
Description
An intimate Italian trattoria nestled in Santa Clarita, offering authentic Italian cuisine in a warm, rustic dining room. Handmade pasta, carefully curated wine selections, and traditional recipes create an inviting family-style dining experience with classic Mediterranean charm.
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Sabor Cocina Mexicana (Santa Clarita)
What to Expect
House-made moles and seasonal Mexican dishes with authentic technique
Description
An intimate Mexican restaurant featuring handcrafted cuisine in a romantic setting. Sabor offers modern alta cocina with artisan-made dishes, including slow-simmered house moles, hand-blown glass decor, and 100% agave tequila cocktails. The restaurant transforms traditional Mexican flavors through carefully sourced organic ingredients and meticulous preparation.
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Salt Creek Grille (Santa Clarita)
What to Expect
Mesquite-ember grilling technique with boutique wine pairings
Description
An upscale yet casual American-style grille featuring mesquite-grilled meats and responsibly sourced ingredients. The restaurant offers a sophisticated dining experience with a beachy-chic ambiance, carefully curated wine selections from boutique and renowned vineyards, and a menu that emphasizes fresh, high-quality proteins and produce.
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