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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.

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.

Bone Kettle 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.

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...

Top Vegan & Plant-based Hotspots

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 gateway to the robust AAPI culture in the San Gabriel Valley, where you can sip and savor the...

Culinary Excellence – A Michelin Guide to Pasadena

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

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...

Outdoor Dining in Pasadena

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

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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Hello Gelato is a delicious spot to grab a scoop of Italian Gelato, freshly-made. The cool treat is perfect for a hot day or as a nice snack while strolling...

HYW is a place where cultures converge through food heritage, incorporating the flavors of Rwanda, South America, Morocco, and Sicily into their donut lines...

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Highlight Coffee is a coffee shop in Northwest Pasadena. Their coffee is silky, smooth yet semi bold, aromatic, and easy to drink without a bitter or sharp...

In the heart of Old Pasadena, Himalayan Cafe is pleased to serve authentic Nepalese, Indian and Tibetan cuisine. With mountain grown herbs and spices, it is...

Tasty Yerevan originated in Glendale, CA, opening its Pasadena location in 2023. Known for their shawarma, their Mediterranean cuisine is clean, simple, and...

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Cold Brew Coffee Shop. Old Pasadena's Home Brewed Bar specializes in artisan cold brew coffee and tea, and non-dairy milk, boba from all over the world and...

HomeState is your home away from home and destination for the taste and hospitality of Texas.

Hook Burger isn’t just a burger joint – it’s a labor of love focusing on humanely raised, 100% fresh, incredible-tasting ingredients. It’s redefining what it...

Hot Wings Café in Pasadena is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat. The establishment specializes in chicken wings, sandwiches, burgers and more in a casual...

Howlin's Ray's has finally opened its doors to a second location in Pasadena and it is already scorching hot! When they first debut in 2016, their...

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Old Pasadena welcomed a new pie shop dishing out individual pie experiences with delicious personal pies. Flavors change seasonally based on regionally sourced...

Authentic Italian Dining. Il Fornaio is where you will find authentic Italian dishes made with fresh indgrediants and traditional cooking techinques....

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