Best Brunch Restaurants in South Pasadena

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1. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2051)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • South Pasadena

Booked 17 times today

Since 1946, Gus’s has been serving the good folks of South Pasadena (and beyond!) true Southern hospitality and some of the best real pit BBQ around. Housed on historic Route 66, Gus’s is a tribute to Southern life, where family, tradition and celebration are of the utmost importance. A menu filled with traditional Southern cooking and authentic, wood-smoked BBQ is complemented by an impressive range of whiskies, wines, cocktails and local craft beers. Today, Gus’s is a space for a warm welcome, a cold mint julep, and a big plate of the best flavors from the American South and Midwest. You’ll leave knowing exactly why Gus’s food has been hailed, “….so good that we found ourselves eating more than we’d imagined” by S. Irene Virbila, Los Angeles Times and was named one of the top 10 BBQ restaurants on the west coast by Sunset Magazine.

2. Magnolia House

4.5

Awesome(344)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 15 times today

Magnolia House is a beloved spot in Pasadena for brunch. Reviewers rave about the variety of delicious brunch food and drinks, with special mentions of the Forager omelette and waffles. The ambiance and service are also consistently praised, making it a perfect choice for a relaxed brunch with friends or family.

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3. Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events

4.5

Awesome(1215)

Price: Moderate

• American • Monterey Park

Booked 23 times today

Introducing a reimagined Luminarias, with a newly modernized take following a multimillion-dollar interior and exterior remodel. Our open-concept dining room features 25-foot floor-to-ceiling windows — seamlessly blending into an expansive deck for sweeping views of the San Gabriel Valley. With a revamped menu comprised of New American dishes with Latin influence, and a vast bar of specialty cocktails and premium spirits, we're here to give you an unforgettable dining experience.

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4. Green Street Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2721)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 22 times today

Green Street Restaurant is where Pasadenans go to enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner and it's been a Pasadena tradition since 1979. It is centrally located just off South Lake Avenue and is within walking distance of hotels, the convention center, the Pasadena Playhouse and popular shopping areas. Green Street has an eclectic menu featuring savory salads (the ever popular and addicting Dianne Salad is ordered over 2,000 times per week), tasty meats, fresh fish and creative sandwiches served on wonderful breads. Guests enjoy a full bar and interesting wines by the glass on a beautiful patio or in the airy interior. Take-out and full catering services are also available.

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5. The Raymond Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(3596)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 26 times today

Hello Friends,We look forward to welcoming you to The Raymond 1886. Please make reservations online or by calling the restaurant on 626-441-3136. If you have any special requests please note we will do our very best to accommodate however we cannot guarantee them. We have both outdoor seating in our wonderful patio spaces and indoor tables in the beautiful cottage and bar.Bar 1886 is open Sun-Thursday until 9pm and Friday - Saturday until 11pm. Walk-in welcome! Cheers,The Raymond 1886 Team

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6. Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue

4.3

Awesome(168)

Price: Moderate

• French American • Pasadena

Booked 1 time today

We serve a modern French and Italian European cuisine featuring exceptional vegetarian, seafood, poultry and grass fed steak selections. We also invite you to come relax and enjoy appetizers in our Wine and oyster bar. For dessert, we offer unique house made pastries that are as delicious as artistic to the eye..There is truly something to please every palate and conscious eating choices.Please visit us for Dinner,High Tea, Lunch or Brunch at our beautiful and charming historical Pasadena venue. Madeline Garden is newly reimagined and decorated to create an elegant yet comfortable dining experience. .

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7. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(1378)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 12 times today

The Terrace serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, featuring a California bistro-style menu comprised of the freshest seasonal and sustainable ingredients.

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8. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

4.7

Exceptional(185)

Price: Expensive

• American • Pasadena

Booked 25 times today

Agnes Restaurant and Cheesery is a neighborhood oasis that showcases live-fire cooking with seasonal ingredients behind an adorable cheese shop that offers unique and thoughtfully curated artisan cheeses and renowned provisions. With our spaces for large parties, an open kitchen, darling outdoor patio, and a beautiful marketplace, Agnes offers many opportunities for celebrating a wide variety of occasions.The holidays are a wonderful time to discover Agnes with the Cheesery offering several stunning products worth sharing with all of your friends and family. From large format cheese, meat and crudité platters, tinned fish, delicious gifts, freshly baked treats, to our decadent Sides & Pies holiday offerings. Enjoy and relax during the holidays with Agnes catering your parties and family get-togethers. Founded by Chefs Thomas and Vanessa Tilaka Kalb, stop by while exploring the famous Gamble House, Rose Bowl, Castle Green, Huntington Library or strolling through Old Town Pasadena.

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9. The Lobby Lounge @ The Langham Hotel Pasadena

4.3

Awesome(751)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Pasadena

Booked 23 times today

Join us for Afternoon Tea at The Langham Huntington Pasadena, Los Angeles with live entertainment. Enjoy a seasonal menu including mouthwatering sandwiches, baked scones, scrumptious sweets and a flavorful array of tea selections. Delicious Gluten-free and Vegan menus available. Please include the number of adults (and if they have any dietary allergies) and number of kids (and if they have any dietary allergies) in your reservation notes to enable us to best prepare for a seamless experience.Offered Thursday-Friday 11am-3pm (live pianist) & Saturday-Sunday 10am-3pm (live harpist).Our grace period for reservations is 15 minutes.20% Gratuity will be included in all final Afternoon Tea experiences; all prices exclude tax.Parking $15 with Afternoon Tea validation.

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10. True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

4.5

Awesome(3207)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pasadena

Booked 34 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Pasadena for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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RVIP
Los Angeles •124 reviews
4.0
Dined today
I have liked this restaurant for a long time but last night’s Arroyo salad, though large and enough for lunch today, was a bit disappointing. I added chicken and the chopped chicken breast in it was so dry it was not even made edible by dipping it in salad dressing. You shouldn’t serve inedible food. The rest of our party’s food was quite delicious, however, and the service was outstanding.
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Green Street RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7
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Lupe
Orange County •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It never disappoints to come here. It was easy to make the reservation. The food here is delicious and the service is great. They’re very friendly and we will always keep coming back.
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Gus's BBQ - South PasadenaPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• South Pasadena
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4.7
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Melanie
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We went there after the Rose bowl because it was close to the stadium. We had several of the shareable dishes and each got a burger. Very good food. We were also there on wine Wednesday so we got a half price bottle of wine. Good stuff.
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Magnolia HousePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Pasadena
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4.5
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MARK
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Outstanding Christmas Brunch! The food and service was impeccable. Our waiter Lee was excellent in every way possible! His kindness and efficiency help make this an extraordinary dining experience for my family and for that I'm grateful!
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Luminarias Restaurant & Special EventsPrice: Moderate• American• Monterey Park
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4.5

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106 restaurants available nearby

1. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

2. Magnolia House

3. Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events

4. Green Street Restaurant

5. The Raymond Restaurant

6. Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue

7. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

8. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

9. The Lobby Lounge @ The Langham Hotel Pasadena

10. True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

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