Restaurants & Eateries

Taste all of the flavors of Pasadena

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 Angeles’ backyard. Sit down, take a load off, and embark on a culinary journey through foodie favorites, classic sit-downs, magical hole-in-the-wall joints, and innovative new fusion creations.

Asian

JIN Tea Shop

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Handcrafted DrinksJIN Tea Shop has the strong belief that tea has more to offer then a pleasing aroma with great taste. Tea has health benefits good for 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...

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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...

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...

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...

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...

Mama Lu's

Mama Lu's Dumpling House is a traditional Chinese family restaurant with a Taiwanese twist. Experience some of the best xiao long bao (juicy pork dumpling)...

Mama M Sushi

Mama M Sushi & Rolls offers meals of excellent quality. Their key to our success is simple: providing quality consistent food that taste great every single...

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Located in the Harry Potter-esque Burlington Arcade shopping area of the South Lake District, Mandarin Coffee Shop is a small, woman-owned AAPI business...