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Pasadena's Food Scene

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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, 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.

Restaurants

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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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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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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Meet the Pasadena Makers
Setting The Table: Meet Agnes

At Agnes, gathering with loved ones for an excellent meal is celebrated - and so is the cheese.
Masterful Maestro: Meet Maestro

Upscale Mexican cuisine, live Mariachi, and Mezcal cocktails harmonize beautifully at Maestro
Passion for Brewing: Meet Cerveceria Del Pueblo

Local brewer Martin Quinones is bringing people together - one craft beer at a time.

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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.

Pasadena's Guide to Brunch

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Korean BBQ ready to be served from Chris’ Korean BBQ in Pasadena, CA.
Best Korean Restaurants to Try in Pasadena

Savor the Korean flavors in Pasadena, from sizzling barbecue to savory stews.

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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...
Vegan & Vegetarian

If you're vegan, semi-vegetarian, flexitarian, or undecided, the plant-based foodways in Southern California shines in...
Asian Food Guide to Pasadena

Pasadena is a culinary passport to the robust Asian American Pacific Islander culture in the San Gabriel Valley.

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Michelin Rated

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

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Top Italian Restaurants in Pasadena

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

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Outdoor Dining in Pasadena

With warm weather and blue skies year-round, many Pasadena restaurants offer al fresco dining where diners can soak 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

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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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Cafes & Coffee Shops

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

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Browse Restaurants

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.

Bakery/Café

Lavender & Honey

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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...

Mediterranean

LavShash Kebab Restaurant

LavShash

In Old Pasadena, LavShash Kebab Restaurant offers Mediterranean dishes in an inviting atmosphere. LavShash commits to fresh and quality ingredients used in...

Asian

Le Chateau De Tien Tao

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From the team behind Chateau Andy and Chateau Zoe from Taiwan’s Michelin Guide, Chateau Tien Tao presents a brand-new menu that elevates the traditional...

Bakery/Café

Little Flower Pasadena

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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...

Bakery/Café

LT9

LT9

Pure & Rich. At LT9, you'll receive quality food and drinks on-the-go in Pasadena. They offer a variety of tea, coffee, sweets, and their LT9 Bento...

Bar/Pub

Lucky Baldwin's Pub

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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,...

American

Lucky Boy Burgers

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Lucky Boy Burgers. Lucky Boy is a longstanding roadside stop along Arroyo Parkway in Pasadena that has been doing their take on breakfast burritos for...

Asian

Lunasia Dim Sum House

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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

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

Latin American

Maestro Restaurant

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

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