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Restaurant openings aren’t seeing any sort of slowdown with exciting new spots across Pasadena. Here are the hottest new openings and food trends.
New Cozy Restaurants & Eateries
Pasadena's culinary scene continues to evolve with the emergence of new lunch eateries and cozy dinner spots that are garnering attention and praise. These culinary gems showcase the city's growing appreciation for culinary creativity and gastronomic adventures.
Tosakko Ramen & Yakitori
Conveniently located in the Pasadena Civic Center, Tosakko Ramen & Yakitori is a modern izakaya specializing in authentic tonkotsu ramen and grilled yakitori. The Pasadena restaurant is the brand’s first U.S. location, bringing decades of Japanese ramen tradition to a sleek, contemporary setting. The selection of yakitori features everything from chicken, pork belly, and meatball skewers to grilled vegetables, welcoming both meat lovers and vegetarians. | Location: 245 E Colorado Blvd.
Levant Oven and Grill
Levant Mediterranean Oven & Grill is a modern Mediterranean restaurant with stone-fired breads, flame-grilled meats, and authentic flavors. The menu features a wide variety of favorites including shawarma plates, kebabs, falafel, manakeesh, and house-made sauces. Stop by for a quick lunch, a family dinner, or a satisfying Mediterranean feast. | Location: 117 W California Blvd.
Thaim
A new addition to the city’s global culinary destinations blends Thai food and time. Thaim brings the flavors and culture from Bangkok Street food to Pasadena with modern twists on some of Thailand’s authentic dishes. Discover new street food favorites with their seasonal monthly specials. | Location: 20 Union St., Unit 160
The Daily Catch
The Daily Catch brings more than 50 years of Boston’s beloved Sicilian-style seafood tradition to Pasadena with its first West Coast location. Fresh seafood is flown in weekly from the family-owned restaurant’s seafood processing facility in Boston, delivering the same quality that made the original a longtime local favorite. Signature dishes include the iconic squid ink black pasta, lobster fra diavolo, and calamari. | Location: 927 E Colorado Blvd.
Ginjo Ramen
Ginjo Ramen, also known as King of Ramen, is a new ramen restaurant, serving rich, slow-simmered pork bone broth ramen, Japanese curry, and other comforting Japanese dishes. For the veggie lovers, the vegetarian ramen is made with a savory kombu-based (kelp based) broth. Diners consistently praise the generous portions, affordable prices, and flavorful bowls, making Ginjo Ramen a top spot for ramen in Pasadena. | Location: 2391 E Colorado Blvd.
Love Baked Wings
Now occupying the former home of the historic Jake’s Burger, Love Baked Wings lives up to its name with baked—not fried—wings and fries that leave you feeling lighter without sacrificing crispiness or flavor. Adventurous eaters can swap traditional fries for carrot fries, while veggie lovers will appreciate crispy baked cauliflower alongside the restaurant’s signature chicken wings and tenders. Even better, all sauces are made in-house. | Location: 38 W Colorado Blvd.
Dalah
The new Thai restaurant, Dalah, takes its name from the torch ginger flower, a versatile ingredient used throughout Thailand in floral arrangements, teas, and cooking. That same sense of versatility inspires Dalah’s menu, where traditional Thai recipes are reimagined with modern techniques while staying true to their authentic flavors. Early Yelp reviewers recommend the beef cheek curry, best enjoyed in the restaurant’s contemporary dining room, accented with rich maroon tones. | Location: 851 Cordova St.
New in Pasadena's Café Scene
Pasadena, known for its vibrant culture and love for good food and beverages, is buzzing with exciting new cafes, coffee shops, and tea houses. These trendy establishments have recently sprung up throughout the city, offering cozy corner cafes adorned with charming vintage décor, sleek modern coffee shops with minimalist aesthetics, and everything in between.
Bu Pastry Bar
Inside the charming, London-inspired Burlington Arcade on South Lake Avenue, Bu Pastry Bar offers classic French desserts with Asian-inspired flavors. The recently opened pastry bar specializes in freshly baked canelés, madeleines, and dacquoise cakes made with in-house purées and sauces. Discover new flavors as the menu rotates according to seasonality and specialty ingredients. Say oui to a classic matcha latte, coffee, tea or sparkling soda to complete a satisfying experience. | Location: 380 S Lake Ave #107
Nana's Green Tea
A modern teahouse has arrived in Old Pasadena. Blending the traditions of the Japanese tea ceremony with a contemporary café experience, this new destination offers premium matcha beverages, decadent parfaits, soft serve, and savory dishes. | Location: 45 N Raymond Ave.
Kissa by Motto
Located just behind its parent restaurant, Motto Tea Cafe, Kissa by Motto brings a specialty coffee and dessert experience to the community. The thoughtfully designed space resembles the charm of a Japanese homestead, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy a selection of pour-over coffees, pastries, and complimentary Wi-Fi, perfect for an afternoon in Pasadena. | Location: 165 S De Lacey Ave. Suite 1049
Mammoth Coffee Roasters Co.
Mammoth Coffee Roasters Co. has brought its locally loved cafe from Mammoth Lakes to Old Pasadena. The café’s story grew from a high school marching band fundraiser into a cozy destination for handcrafted coffee and fresh donuts. Committed to quality, Mammoth Coffee Roasters Co. serves ethically sourced, single-origin beans alongside a welcoming menu designed for slow mornings or quick stops. | Location: 183 N Fair Oaks Ave., Suite #40
Milk Brew
Milk Brew has transformed the former Tiffany’s Coffee space into a modern café in Pasadena’s Civic Center. The coffee shop specializes in milk-brewed coffee, a technique popular in Japan and Korea that creates naturally sweet, smooth, and creamy iced lattes. Abundant natural light and a warm caramel color palette create a bright, inviting atmosphere that mirrors the shades of Milk Brew’s signature beverages. Free Wi-Fi, plentiful outlets, and communal seating make it an ideal spot for remote work or lingering over a cup of coffee. | Location: 263 E Colorado Blvd.
WA-IRO Bakery
WA-IRO (wah-ee-ro) Bakery is a Japanese bakery and cafe that uses premium flour sourced from Hokkaido, Japan. Every pastry and baked good is made fresh daily with a soft, fluffy texture that looks just like a pillow. | Location: 38 S Raymond Ave.
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