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Hidden gems: restaurants in Pasadena
Map viewDiscover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Pasadena. Ratings are based from 594 places in Pasadena
Houston's
320 S Arroyo Pkwy 91105-2516
"I like to go with friends to this place with my warmest recommendations. I visit this restaurant often. This recommendation is always successful. The meals are great and the team is efficient and coop..."
Green Street Restaurant
146 Shoppers Ln 91101-2618
"I celebrated my nomination yesterday in this excellent restaurant. I am glad to say that we enjoyed a marvelous evening and the venue was indeed one of the reasons for this happy celebration. The crew..."
Gale's Italian Restaurant and Bar
452 S Fair Oaks Ave 91105-2634
"We had a wonderful birthday celebration. Thank you! Service was fantastic. Our appetizers were so delicious. Everyone enjoyed their meals. And for dessert.., Coconut Cake, Homemade Cheesecake and Bla..."
Parkway Grill
510 S Arroyo Pkwy 91105-2520
"Like this place the inside was absolutely beautiful. I really loved that tables where placed far enough apart that you can walk between them. The food was good not great but good, and the night we wer..."
Il Fornaio
24 W Union St 91103-3627
"At the moment you arrive in this restaurant the stuff gives you a pleasant feeling. Very friendly stuff, it is a nice restaurant to hang out with friends or with your date. delicious cooking, talen..."
Yard House
300 E Colorado Blvd Suite 220 91101-2265
"Great food, good variety of beer, great ambience and service. Dont forget to ask for the mix&match deal for lunch. Located in down town Pasadena"
Arroyo Chop House
536 S Arroyo Pkwy 91105-2520
"Arroyo Chop House is the best steakhouse in Pasadena. They serve the highest quality meat & fish. Service is awesome, prices are high but you get what you pay for. I would recommend the garlic bread a..."
Saladang Garden
383 S Fair Oaks Ave 91105-2524
"Good food. Service just ok. Overall not bad."
President Thai Restaurant
498 S Rosemead Blvd 91107-4940
"I've been to this place many times with large groups of people. They have excellent service and they are very attentive to us. The food is pretty good And I would say that it is authentic Asian food...."
Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza
667 E Colorado Blvd 91101-2116
"I'm in town for business reasons and walked from my hotel to Blaze (which turned out to be 1.1mi) but it was so so worth the exercise walk it turned out to be. I ordered the veggie out pizza on gluten..."
Lucky Baldwins Pub
17 S Raymond Ave 91105-1913
"Always a great place to hang out in the heart old old town Pasadena. Large selection of beers and yummy food. Soccer fan? They open early for Premier League games!"
Tibet Nepal House
36 E Holly St 91103-3905
"Awesome restaurant!! Great atmosphere and awesome food!! I’ll come here again when i come LA!!"
Daisy Mint
1218 E Colorado Blvd 91106-1842
"I had an amazing experience at this place. We loved the wonderful ambience and the food. The staff were very welcoming. I am content we finally decided to eat here."
Alexander's Steakhouse
111 N Los Robles Ave 91101-1707
"I visit this spot a lot since I work nearby. I love how their service is always fantastic and they keep the spot clean constantly. Pricing is convenient and they serve big portions."
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Dining
70 W Green St 91105-2008
"Service was fast in terms of ordering, and they brought out our ginormous order (large combo) quickly and in two sets. That was great; however, our sodas and sides came quite late - about when we wer..."
Dog Haus Biergarten Old Pasadena
93 E Green St. 91105
"Wonderful place, kind staff and good ownership. Food is 10/10, great creative combinations of flavors with quality ingredients. Well priced bar with good food happy hours. Highly recommend, best place..."
Amara Chocolate & Coffee
55 S Raymond Ave 91105-1934
"Perhaps the most delicious breakfast burrito I have ever eaten! Staff is lovely. Also feels like a neighborhood spot -- cozy. Coffee is good but dark. Haven't had any of their pastries, sandwiches..."
Yahaira's Cafe
698 E Colorado Blvd 91101-2115
"I loved this place. Was not overpriced. The food was perfectly seasoned and very flavorful. Would strongly recommend and definitely going back!"
In-N-Out Burger
2114 E Foothill Blvd 91107-3224
"Tasty and fast. Employees always out, even in the heat, taking orders in tge drive through line."
Ichima Japanese Cuisine
325 N Rosemead Blvd 91107-3043
"This place always crowded on the weekend. Sushi was fresh, sake was smooth. Enjoyed the food and service here. Free parking."