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Pasadena's Food Scene

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Restaurants & Dining in Pasadena

Trying new cuisines is one of the most thrilling experiences for taste buds and cultural immersion. Pasadena is home to over 650 restaurants, where upscale restaurants, ritzy steakhouses, charming cafés, modern eateries, mom-and-pops, food halls, pop-ups, breweries, sports bars, cocktail bars, and food trucks culminate to unearth global cultures through a celebration of food.

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The late Pasadena resident and celebrated Pulitzer Prize winning food chronicler Jonathan Gold was a champion of Southern California’s diverse culinary landscape. His legacy carries on as Pasadena’s food scene sees a culinary renaissance with an exciting blend of longtime locals, immigrant families, and world-class chefs in the kitchens. With rideshares and parking abound, come and enjoy the flavors.

Explore Pasadena’s new restaurants and food trends, eat your way through the award-winning restaurants, find innovative vegan restaurants, cheer on your favorite team at lively sports bars, dive into our guide to Asian food, indulge in the sweet satisfaction of must-visit bakeries, and get into the celebratory spirit with our cocktail guide.

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As the birthplace of Julia Child and hometown of beloved food critic Jonathan Gold, Pasadena is a celebrated food town located in downtown Los...

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Beer & Wine

Perfect for a night out, happy hour, or just an excuse to hang out and relax.

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Coffee, Tea & Cafes

Pasadena is a haven for coffee lovers and tea enthusiasts, boasting an impressive array of cafes, coffee shops, and tea houses that cater to every...

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Dots cupcake bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Satisfy your sweet tooth with a little something. Whether you're a chocoholic or carb-lover, Pasadena has the perfect guilty pleasure for you.

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Dog-Friendly...

Because furkids are family too!

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Jumak Restaurant in Pasadena, CA.

New Restaurants &...

Restaurant openings aren’t seeing any sort of slowdown with exciting new spots across Pasadena. Here are the hottest new openings and food trends.

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Bone Kettle Brunch

Brunch Town Pasadena

Listen up, fellow brunch enthusiasts! Pasadena's the ultimate brunch town for foodies. You can brunch in a historic building, in a craftsman home, and in a variety of different cuisines, such as Asian, Mexican, and even Venezuelan. There's also a big selection of vegan spots, all-American diners, and cozy nooks with rustic-chic aesthetics all around town. And of course, there's always a trendy barista ready to whip up your favorite latte art masterpiece or a fruity mimosa to get the party started. Get your most brunch-appropriate outfit and head to Pasadena.

Pasadena's Guide to Brunch

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Pasadena Dining

Fried Chicken Guide

If you're looking for crispy, flaky chicken or savory, tender meat that falls off the bone, you're in luck. Pasadena knows how to do some of the best...

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Sage Vegan Bistro

Top Vegan...

It's easy being green—and vegan—in Pasadena. Many local restaurants are happy to cater to diners who avoid all animal products.

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Asian Food Guide to...

Pasadena is a culinary gateway to the robust AAPI culture in the San Gabriel Valley, where you can sip and savor the Chinese, Japanese, Korean,...

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Union Pasadena Pasta

Culinary Excellence...

Pasadena is the perfect place to sample global cuisine at a Michelin honored restaurant.

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Union

Top Italian...

Pasadena's global cuisine covers all of Europe, but none so popularly as Italian food. Here's a list of our top favorite Italian restaurants in...

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Pasadena Boba Trail

Take a journey through the boba tea and bubble tea shops scattered throughout the city. . It's like a treasure hunt, but instead of gold, you're in search of the perfect boba drink. This trail takes you to some of the best and most popular boba spots in Pasadena, each offering their unique flavors and creative combinations. From traditional milk teas to fruit-infused concoctions and even experimental flavors, the Pasadena Boba Trail has something to please every boba lover's palate. You can hop from one shop to another, stopping along Pasadena's Route 66 hotspots along the way!

Pasadena Boba Trail

Little Flower chocolate berry cake dessert

The Ultimate Sweet...

Need a cheat day treat or do you just have a permanent sweet tooth? Boba, ice cream, pie, cakes, cookies, froyo, doughnuts! You name it, Pasadena has...

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Must-Visit Bakeries

Pasadena's baking scene is one of SoCal's most diverse, drawing on global culinary traditions to produce a wide range of sweet and savory creations.

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Rosebud Coffee Latte and scone

Cafes & Coffee Shops

Whether you need a coffee, latte, espresso, or tea to start you day, Pasadena has you covered.

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Use the dropdown menu to search our directory for outdoor dining options, specific types of cuisine, and more. Already know what you want to eat? You can also type the name of your favorite restaurant into the search bar below.
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1881 Bar

Club 1881 is Pasadena's oldest continuously running 21+ cocktail bar, established way back when Washington Boulevard was still an unpaved dirt road. They are a...
Take-Out

21 Choices

21 Choices serves a variety of customizable frozen yogurt flavors to help you stay cool. Choose from fruits, nuts, cookies, and other sweets to make your froyo...

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35er Bar

No matter what team you're rooting for, 35ers is the ideal sports bar to watch the game. There are 15 TVs positioned everywhere and anywhere, so no seat is a...

5 Pot hot pot in Pasadena California.
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5 Pot

5 Pot is a unique self-service style hot pot location in Pasadena that allowed you to customize your meal. Its unique setup allows you to choose whatever...

Afters Ice Cream
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Afters Ice Cream Pasadena

Gas Station Turned Ice Cream Shop. Afters Ice Cream first opened in 2014 with their signature Milky Bun. There are nine Afters shops throughout Southern...

Alexanders steakhouse
Outdoor Dining

Alexander’s Steakhouse

Pasadena Steakhouse. Alexander's Steakhouse showcases a fine dining interpretation of the classic American steakhouse, incorporating hints of Asian influence...
Take-Out

All India Café

All India Cafe is a low-key Indian restaurant in Old Pasadena, it is family-run and the food here is authentic. Their menu features dishes from all parts of...
Shopping

All Love Collections

All Love Collections is an Asian and woman-owned skincare and wellness shop that sells soaps, Korean face and skin care, body wash, cleansers, and more. Book a...
Outdoor Dining

Amara Chocolate and Coffee

Amara Chocolate and Coffee is a Venezuelan café specializing in coffee, arepas, cachapas, and Spanish churros. They offer unique Venezuelan flavors. A full...

Anayas
Outdoor Dining

Anaya’s Restaurant

Authentic Mexican Cuisine. Located in the Playhouse Village, is Anaya’s Restaurant. Anaya’s serves authentic flavors of Mexico in Pasadena. Guests can enjoy...

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