Mission
Through the distinctive resources of Fairplex, The Learning Centers provides a wide spectrum of innovative and enriching educational experiences that bring learning to life, benefit our diverse communities, and prepare our participants for success.
- Child Development Center at Fairplex
- Career & Technical Education Center
- Millard Sheets Art Center
- FairKids Field Trips
About Us
The Learning Centers at Fairplex is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that, in partnership with Fairplex, provides a wide spectrum of innovative and enriching educational experiences that bring learning to life, benefit our diverse communities, and prepare our participants for success.
For more than 90 years, the Los Angeles County Fair Association has demonstrated its commitment to the community. Beginning with the first fair in 1922, the Association has a historic reputation of building stronger communities throughout Southern California using fun, educational, and collaborative efforts.
By serving unmet educational needs, The Learning Centers at Fairplex (TLC) is the Association’s most meaningful example of its impact on the community today.
“We enrich lives by providing relevant educational programs for students of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds.”
About McKinley’s Grille Restaurant
McKinley’s Grille offers a true farm-to-table experience. Dishes from our menu feature many fruits, vegetables and herbs that are grown right on our own five acre organic farm just minutes from our restaurant. Menus are curated with peak of the season freshness and ingredients are hand-harvested by our talented chefs and onsite horticulturist.
McKinley’s Grille Cuisine
McKinley’s Grille proudly serves the finest in American Cuisine. Our chefs create each menu keeping in mind the best seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs offered by our on-site five acre farm. For our protein selections, we source the finest corn-fed beef, hand-selected poultry and fish on the market. To pair with our fresh and flavorful dishes, we offer a diverse wine list that features medal winners from the Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition. Our Farm at Fairplex uses only the most sustainable methods to grow and harvest crops, so diners can feel good knowing the food they are enjoying was produced in an environmentally responsible way. We look forward to welcoming you!
The Farm at Fairplex
The Farm at Fairplex is a five-acre working farm located on the campus of Fairplex, home of the LA County Fair and more than 300 year-round events. With more than 150 California specialty crops, The Farm serves as a community educational component of The Learning Centers at Fairplex and as an abundant garden whose seasonal bounty is used in the delicious cuisine of McKinley’s Grille and the Sheraton Fairplex Hotel & Conference Center’s catering menu. The Farm at Fairplex also features al fresco dining at its finest. Farm events feature custom menus inspired by in-season herbs, fruits and vegetables harvested from our organically grown five acres of plantings.
The Farm at Fairplex Dinner Series
This unique dining experience invites you to indulge in an evening of delectable food and drink, prepared and served al fresco at The Farm at Fairplex. Each dinner includes vegetables, fruits and herbs gathered fresh from our crops for an authentic farm-to-table experience. Each dinner is paired with wine, spirits or craft beer.
Parking is at The Farm. Click here for a map.
Promotions
Griselda Amezcua
Director of Outlets
Work: 909-784-6932
Directions
601 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768
Restaurant Hours
Breakfast: 6:30 – 10:30 AM
Lunch: 11 AM – 2 PM
Dinner: 5 – 10 PM
Lounge Hours
Daily: 3 PM – 11 PM