5 Best Restaurants for Creative Cuisine in South Pasadena

5 restaurants available nearby

1. Momed

4.7

Exceptional(1677)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Silver Lake

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to Momed, (pronounced mo-med.) short for Modern Mediterranean, is homage to the kitchens of the eastern Mediterranean and North Africa. Since 2010, Momed has introduced Los Angeles a fresh and sophisticated interpretation of a cuisine based on the centuries-old tradition of seasonal and farm to table dining. Momed has become a sought-after destination for those looking to explore the rich and diverse flavors of the Mediterranean region. The menu reflects a fusion of authentic flavors and innovative culinary techniques, resulting in a delightful blend of old-world charm and contemporary sophistication.

2. Kato

4.8

Exceptional(338)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Kato serves seasonally-focused tasting menus influenced by Taiwan and Asian American nostalgia. Dining Room Tasting Menu │ $325 The dining room tasting menu focuses on seasonality and innovation. Bar Tasting Menu │ $185The bar tasting menu is a slightly abbreviated collection of classic Kato dishes. An 18% fair wage and operational fee has been added to your bill. It goes to provide elevated, comprehensive benefits, as well as consistent, livable wages for all staff. Though many of our guests choose to leave gratuity for exemplary service, it is neither necessary nor expected, though it is greatly appreciated. This gratuity will be shared by all hourly staff.

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3. Here's Looking At You

4.7

Exceptional(928)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Koreatown

Booked 19 times today

We are an eclectic Los Angeles restaurant, located in Koreatown, heralded for its creativity and genre-defying cuisine. Their first restaurant together, owners Lien Ta and Chef Jonathan Whitener opened Here's Looking At You in 2016. Named a "Restaurant of the Year" by Food & Wine Magazine and one of Eater National's "38 Most Essential Restaurants," HLAY was also the subject of author Patric Kuh's "Becoming a Restaurateur." After four magical years as a small independent restaurant, COVID-19 would force its forever closure. But 17 months later, fate would have it that the community would come together to help resurrect this very special restaurant. Thanks to you, Here's Looking At You is back.

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4. Sakana Sushi Lounge DTLA

4.7

Exceptional(265)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Sakana Sushi Lounge is the culmination of hand selected fish and creative Japanese cuisine in an elegant yet comfortable space in Downtown Los Angeles. We'll be the first to admit it; quality is not what it used to be. Our restaurant's focus is on using the highest quality ingredients which may be a paradigm shift in an our fast paced world. Our team hand selects real fish on a daily basis as a ritual and deep commitment to those who allow us the pleasure of serving them. Our restaurant's recipes and methods are rich in decades of experience, while our dining area commands a stylish contemporary edge. Our expert staff isn't just here to serve, but really to be a guide into a unique, Japanese experience through a menu of thoughtful and flavorful selections.

5. Baar Baar - LA

4.6

Exceptional(467)

Price: Very Expensive

• Indian • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

Baar Baar, a reimagining of the Indian love affair with all things spirited. An elevated twist on High End Indian Cuisine that will challenge your perception of the subcontinent. Join us for this journey with India-inspired cocktails that pay homage to our beginnings and modern interpretation of regional Indian Cuisine crafted by Chef Sujan Sarkar.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Momed

2. Kato

3. Here's Looking At You

4. Sakana Sushi Lounge DTLA

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