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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.

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.

Vegetarian/Vegan Options

Lark Cake Shop – Pasadena

Lark Cake Shop. Lark Cake Shop opened in July of 2007 with the idea of baking cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies and bars that would be inspired by the bohemian...

American

Lavender & Honey

Eat, Drink and ShopLavender & Honey is a delightful boutique coffee bar and deli serving the Pasadena community since 2014. A charming place with an espresso...

American

Little Flower Pasadena

Little Flower Pasadena is a charming cafe and candy kitchen on the western edge of Pasadena. Since 2007, Little Flower Pasadena has prepared fresh delicious...

American

Lovebirds Café & Bakery

Established in 1984, Lovebirds Cafe & Bakery features fresh salads & sandwiches made with homemade breads, delicious cookies, danishes, pastries, muffins,...

American

Lucky Baldwin’s Trappiste Pub

Pasadena Bar. Lucky Baldwin's Trappiste is located on historic Route 66, near Pasadena City College. The Trappiste features a shaded patio and flat-screen...

Outdoor Dining

Lucky Baldwins Pub

British Pub & Cafe. Lucky Baldwins British Pub & Cafe is located in one of the oldest buildings in town, in Old Pasadena. Their full kitchen serves breakfast,...

Outdoor Dining

Lucky Boy Drive-In Restaurant

Lucky Boy Drive-In Restaurant. Lucky Boy Drive-In Restaurant is a longstanding roadside stop along Arroyo Parkway in Pasadena that has been doing their take...

Outdoor Dining

Luggage Room

Pizzeria in Old Pasadena. Luggage Room is a pizzeria in Old Pasadena located at Del Mar Station, featuring indoor and outdoor seating. The restaurant is...

Walking Distance to Convention Center

Lunasia Dim Sum House

Chinese Restaurant. Lunasia Dim Sum House is located on Colorado Blvd., near Pasadena City Hall. Their signature is steamed pork dim sum (dumplings), however...

Brunch/Breakfast

Madeline Garden

Madeline Garden Dining Experience. Madeline Garden is a unique, whimsical special dining experience that is sure to create found memories lasting a lifetime....

Outdoor Dining

Maestro Restaurant

Mexican Restaurant and Mezcaleria. Maestro is an upscale Mexican restaurant and Mezcaleria located in historic Old Pasadena. Maestro specializes in...

American

Magnolia House

Built over 100 years ago, Magnolia House is a hideaway for those in the know – offering unique craft cocktails and a small plate menu from around the world....