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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

Coffee, Tea & Cafes in Pasadena are the perfect way to start your morning.

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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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The Brunch Guide to...

Brunch is back and leisurely weekend feasts have officially been revived across Pasadena, where even the brunch is a Southern Californian crossroads...

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Savory Eats and...

January serves up a delicious feast for foodies

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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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The Beer Buzz: A...

Bottoms up! Here are some Pasadena bars that shine as local favorites.

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Cocktail Guide

Creative cocktails are on the menu at so many of Pasadena's watering holes and eateries.

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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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USA Today's 10Best...

USA Today 10Best | November 9, 2019 | By: Lola Augustine Brown

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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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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.
Take-Out

Paper Rice

Paper Rice is a Vietnamese restaurant in Old Pasadena that puts a "make your own" twist on traditional Vietnamese classics. Enjoy a custom spring roll or rice...
Outdoor Dining

Parkway Grill

Quintessentially Pasadena. Parkway Grill opened to rave reviews in 1984, and has been a powerful force in the regional american cuisine movement ever since....
American

Pasadena Fish Market

Pasadena Fish Market is a no-frills, counter-serve stop with limited seating featuring fried fish and traditional Jamaican fare. The market also sells raw fish...
Hotels

Pasadena Hotel and Pool

On the Rose Parade route at Colorado Boulevard, the historic, 1926-built hotel offers 161 modern guestrooms and suites, a lush courtyard, a lobby bar and...
American

Pasadena Sandwich Company

Pasadena Sandwich Company is a family-owned and operated NY-style deli since the 1950s where the meats are cooked daily in-house and the salads homemade with...
Outdoor Dining

Perle Restaurant

Perle is a family-owned French-inspired restaurant located in a beautiful, historic setting in Old Pasadena. Perle's menu was thoughtfully created with one of...
Outdoor Dining

Perry’s Joint 

Perry's Joint is the best place to get massive deli-style sandwiches loaded with fresh veggies and well-seasoned dressings, specialty desserts, smoothies, and...

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Outdoor Dining

Pie ‘n Burger

Pie 'n Burger's breakfast features housemade breads, fresh pecan rolls, cinnamon rolls, and their thin pancakes are a favorite. They are known for their...
Take-Out

Pillow Talk

Pillow Talk is a small Japanese coffee and sandwich that serves adorable sandwiches and mini cakes that are beyond Instagram-worthy.

Outdoor Dining

Poke Salad Bar

Poke Salad Bar serves up fresh poke bowls, a Hawaiian dish consisting of cuts of raw fish tossed with rice, vegetables, and umami-enhanced sauces. Choose your...
American

Popping Yolk Cafe

Popping Yolk Cafe is one of SoCal’s most popular brunch spots. Now open in Pasadena, the cafe offers an inviting atmosphere to all. They serve brunch favorites...

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