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South Lake Avenue District

South Lake Avenue

South Lake is a 12-block stretch of boutiques, restaurants, and purveyors of beauty, health, and wellness. Major national chain stores like Macy’s and Williams-Sonoma neighbor mom-and-pop shops. Cutting-edge nail salons, barbershops, fitness studios, and massage boutiques can meet all of your self-care needs.

Eat

Republik Coffee Lounge serves fresh, flavorful breakfast and lunch fare. Celestino continues to receive accolades for its elegant Italian preparations. Seasonal farm-to-fork greatness shines at The Arbour. The cocktails at Magnolia House perfectly complement the sharable plates. Mercado takes a distinctive approach to modern Mexican, while Dan Modern Chinese puts a contemporary spin on traditional Chinese. And Green Street Restaurant has been a local all-day dining favorite for 40 years.

Group of people sitting in courtyard at Burlington Arcade Shops eating and tapping drinks together while dining in Pasadena
Two women shopping in boutique shop in Burlington Arcade in Pasadena CA

Shop

The Shops on Lake Avenue are anchored by a newly renovated Macy’s. Visit the experience center at Woody’s Home to learn about the most advanced technology on the market, from home automation to state-of-the-art home theatres. Check out the Burlington Arcade for a 1980 shopping street built as a replica of the historic mall in London. Make your own root beer floats at Float Pasadena or check out the Kimono No Kobeya gift shop for authentic Japanese kimonos and other beautiful items.

Play

The Commons is the ultimate lifestyle destination—make your skin glow at Facile or get a blow out at DryBar. Explore the metaphysical universe at Alexandria II, a spiritually-inclined bookshop that offers appointments with intuitive readers, Reiki masters and psychics. Instagram your customized sweet treats at Float Pasadena and Twinkle Tea.

Phone Booths in The Commons of South Lake District

Nightlife

Nosh on complimentary homemade potato chips as you sip on a classic cocktail at the bar at Smitty’s Grill (110 S. Lake Ave.). Delve into the robust spirits, wine,and beer menus at buzzy Granville.

Discover more things to do at southlakeavenue.org.

Gift Shop

Alexandria II

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Alexandria II in Pasadena is a captivating bookstore that offers a unique blend of spirituality, metaphysics, and holistic living. Nestled in a serene...

American

The Arbour

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True California. The Arbour is an upscale farm to table restaurant located on South Lake Avenue. Fulfilling their lifelong dream, Chef Ian Gresik along with...

Bakery/Café

BBAD

BBAD

Breakfast Burritos All Day. BBAD a.k.a Breakfast Burritos All Day is located inside the Pasadena Hotel and Pool. Order a breakfast burrito or eat all the...

European

Bistro 45

Bistro 45

Bistro 45 offers an extraordinary dining experience that showcases French technique through new American style cooking. Inside the 1939 Art Deco building is a...

Gift Shop

Bricks and Minifigs

Interior

Inside the Colonnade Mall, the Bricks & Minifigs (BAM) store is the ultimate destination for LEGO®️ enthusiasts, offering a wide selection of new and vintage...

European

CAVA Pasadena

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CAVA Pasadena is a casual Mediterranean restaurant located in the South Lake Avenue District. CAVA Pasadena's build-it-yourself, seasonally-inspired menu...

Asian

Dan Modern Chinese

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Dan Modern Chinese is known for its hand-made dumplings and noodles – mainly its "xiao long bao" (XLB). XLB, sometimes referred to as soup dumplings, are...

Bakery/Café

Float Pasadena

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Retro Soda FountainFloat is a modern take on the old-fashioned soda fountains from the 40s and 50s. When they walk in, guests are greeted by friendly baristas...

Latin American

Gaucho Grill

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Gaucho Grill offers an exquisite menu of delectable steak and seafood plates, homemade pastas, empanadas, and milanesas.

Asian

Gozen Shun

Gozen Shun

Eating a balanced diet combined with healthy ingredients leads to wellness. In ancient Japanese food culture, Gozen is the serving of food to help the human...

American

Granville

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Granville is all about gourmet quality food, without being pretentious. They use only the freshest, highest quality ingredients, including hormone-free and...

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