Dine downtown
Darby’s American Cantina
American & Mexican-inspired favorites
Burgers, tacos, sandwiches and more at the Orange Street corner.
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony – Discover Downtown
Friday, November 20, 2026 5:00–9:00 p.m. Free event admission
A downtown Christmas experience State Street
Discover Downtown Dining
Make the evening delicious! Discover restaurants and sweet treats along State Street, then gather at our planned outdoor holiday seating for a festive evening together.
✦ Orange St → Seventh St + nearby✦ Restaurants & sweets✦ Outdoor holiday seating planned
A little holiday magic, right here in RedlandsAn evening to gather, dine and celebrate
Your holiday table awaits.
Pick up a favorite meal, warm drink or sweet treat from a downtown business, then make yourself at home at our festive outdoor seating area. Gather with family and friends, enjoy the flavors of Redlands and soak up the Christmas spirit together.
Where you’ll find the planned seating
Along State Street between Orange and Fifth Streets, with additional tables just east of Fifth Street toward Caprice Café.
The outdoor seating arrangement is being finalized. Please check the main event page for updates before November 20.
Explore the flavor of downtown
Find your perfect holiday bite
From a full dinner with friends to a quick treat on your way to the tree lighting, downtown has a little something for everyone. Browse the businesses below, explore their menus, and make your plans for the evening.
01 · Pick a place
Choose a nearby restaurant, café or dessert stop from the directory.
02 · Check their details
Open the business link for its current menu, hours, ordering or reservations.
03 · Enjoy Downtown Redlands
Bring your favorite downtown flavors to the planned holiday seating and enjoy the celebration together.
State Street & nearby downtown favorites
Downtown Dining Directory
Browse restaurants and cafés along State Street from Orange to Seventh Streets and just around the corner. Explore by location or search by food type.
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Orange Street Fifth Street
Start your strollDine downtown
Cedar Agave
Lebanese–Mexican dining
An intimate upstairs dining room bringing two culinary traditions together.
Dine downtown
Don Orange
Modern Mexican
A lively downtown spot for creative Mexican dishes and shareable bites.
Dine downtown
Redlands Oyster Cult
Seafood & oysters
Oysters and seafood in a cozy downtown dining room.
Dine downtown
The State
American gastropub
Comfort food, hearty plates and a lively State Street atmosphere.
Dine downtown
Ōku Nori
Sushi bistro
An intimate Japanese-inspired sushi and hand-roll dining experience.
Dine downtown
Wok In Cafe
Chinese comfort food
Classic Chinese favorites, noodles, fried rice and takeout options.
Fifth Street Sixth Street
Stay for something sweetDine downtown
Caprice Café
Contemporary dining
A downtown classic offering dinner, fresh seasonal dishes and patio seating.
Dine downtown
The Gourmet Pizza Shoppe
Pizza & Italian-inspired meals
Creative specialty pizzas alongside familiar favorites.
Sixth Street Seventh Street
Desserts and neighborhood favoritesSomething sweet
Nicho’s Ice Cream
Ice cream & frozen treats
Scoops, paletas and sweet stops for the whole family.
Something sweet
Lappert’s Ice Cream
Ice cream & desserts
Small-batch ice cream, shakes and other sweet treats.
Café & sweet stops
RoadRunner Coffee
Coffee & café fare
A downtown coffee and café stop, especially suited to an earlier visit.
Café & sweet stops
McDuff’s
Breakfast & lunch
A longstanding State Street breakfast and lunch favorite.
Just around the corner
More downtown dining & earlier stopsDine downtown
Tartan of Redlands
Classic American steakhouse
A longtime downtown favorite, a short walk from the celebration.
Dine downtown
Hate Burger
Burgers & sandwiches
Made-to-order burgers and sandwiches near Fifth Street.
Dine downtown
Cheesewalla
Gourmet grilled cheese
Creative grilled-cheese sandwiches and comfort food near Citrus Avenue.
Earlier in the day
Molinos Coffee
Coffee, pastries & café fare
A nearby coffee stop to explore earlier; regular Friday closing time is 5 p.m.
Explore Downtown Redlands before the celebration for more shopping, dining and coffee. Listings do not establish participation or special November 20 hours; please check directly with each business.
Plan your night
Celebrate, dine, and stay awhile.
Our Friday evening celebration takes place November 20, 2026, from 5:00–9:00 p.m. at Ed Hales Park and along Downtown State Street. Admission to the City celebration is free.
We are planning festive outdoor tables on State Street from Orange to Fifth, with additional seating just east of Fifth toward Caprice Café. Bring a bite from your favorite downtown restaurant and enjoy a shared holiday moment! For the latest event information, visit the main Christmas Tree Lighting page.
Are you a downtown business? Interested in being featured or sharing event-night offerings? Email [email protected].
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