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Pasadena's Food Scene

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Dining

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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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.

American

Kathleen's Restaurant

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Kathleen’s Restaurant was established in 1982 by Efren Bugarin and Kathleen Meymarian. You’ll find that Kathleen’s menu offers a wide variety of California...

Asian

Kaviar Sushi Bar

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Kaviar Sushi Bar offers a diverse Japanese selection from traditional fare to modern dishes inspired by Executive Chef John Hans Yeo. The artfully curated...

Bar/Pub

Kings Row Gastropub

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Pasadena Gastropub. Located in the heart of Old Pasadena, Kings Row Gastropub is a casual gastropub featuring live music from Thursday through Sunday. The...

Desserts

Kinrose Creamery

Kinrose Creamery

Persian Egyptian Ice Cream Parlor Try something new like saffron pistachio rose ice cream or walnut baklava at Kinrose Creamery. Old Town Pasadena's new...

Bakery/Café

Klatch Coffee

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Klatch Coffee is an award-winning coffee roaster offering a wide variety of premium coffee and espresso drinks. Roasted locally right here in Southern...

European

Koko's Mediterranean Cafe

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Koko’s Mediterranean Café, or more commonly known as Med Café by all the locals, has been a Pasadena gem for over 20 years. Founded by head chef Koko and his...

Boba

KokoRoll Poke & Ramen

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KokoRoll Poke & Ramen is a Hawaiian-Asian fusion cafe in Pasadena right near Pasadena City College. They offer a large variety of build-your-own main...

Asian

Kwan Kitchen

Kwan Kitchen

From Thailand to your table. Kwan Kitchen is a traditional Thai restaurant that brings flavors from different regions of "the Land of Smiles." Kwan Kitchen...

Japanese

Kyushu Sushi

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Kyushu Sushi is a charming and inviting atmosphere serving authentic Japanese sushi, udon, and ramen. Delight in their specialty rolls and fresh sashimi during...

Asian

L'Moon Creamery

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L’Moon Creamery specializes in loose-leaf brewed teas and spotlights their Thai Tea with a Thai Tea Soft Serve hugged by a bed of honey boba. You can then turn...

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