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1. The Dive Oyster Bar
4.9
Exceptional(8)
Price: Moderate
• Oyster Bar • Temple City
Booked 9 times today
Welcome to The Dive Oyster Bar! Indulge in a distinctive coastal dining experience with our finest oysters and lively Cajun and Creole flavors. Our signature steam kettle cooking technique ensures every dish is perfectly prepared. From traditional Cajun classics to creative Creole innovations, our menu promises to excite your palate. Enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere as you savor southern flavors with a Californian flair. Dive into our menu and savor a culinary journey like no other.
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2. The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room
4.7
Exceptional(1283)
Price: Very Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • South Pasadena
Booked 83 times today
Rose Garden Tea Room is set within the historic Rose Garden, the Tea Room offers an elegant and memorable experience inspired by the tradition of English tea service with a distinctive California twist.Any party with more than 6 guests MUST call to make their reservation or email tearoom@huntington.org. Please do not divide your party into multiple reservations, as each Open Table reservation will be treated as individual and will not guarantee adjacent tables. Please note that visiting the Rose Garden Tea Room requires purchasing admission to The Huntington. When planning to visit the Tea Room, please purchase a separate ticket to The Huntington for the same day as your Tea Room reservation. Tickets are available at huntington.org
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3. Bar Chelou
4.8
Exceptional(430)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French • Pasadena
Booked 31 times today
Bar Chelou is a neo-bistro that is both a distillation of Chef Doug Rankin's broad gastronomic interests and a deeply personal expression of his individualistic style. 'Chelou' (French slang for ‘strange’ or ‘unexpected’) is both the name and unifying theme of the restaurant, which draws from a range of culinary traditions and service styles to create something personal, novel, and fun. The restaurant is located within the Pasadena Playhouse complex. If you plan to visit the Playhouse after dinner, please book a 5:30p reservation to ensure ample timing for your dinner. We also offer concession cocktails before a showing and during intermission. NEED TO KNOWWine corkage is $30 per 750ml bottle with no limit; we do not offer corkage for wines featured on our wine list. Ample parking is available on surrounding streets and at several paid lots within a one-block radius. Gift cards are available for purchase on our website.
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4. Le Grand Pasadena
4.4
Awesome(57)
Price: Moderate
• American • Pasadena
Booked 57 times today
Hey, craving something extraordinary? Le Grand Restaurant has epic dining deals packed with flavor, fun, and unforgettable moments!Start with our 5 for $25 Tapas Deal – choose any five of our chef’s favorite tapas for just $25! Perfect for sharing with friends or savoring solo, it’s the ultimate way to explore a variety of bold, delicious flavors.For a true indulgence, try the Unlimited Tapas Experience at $49.99 per person, where you can enjoy endless servings of our chef’s top picks. Taste as much as you like—it’s an all-you-can-eat dream!Pair your meal with the Unlimited Cocktail Experience for $27, featuring unique creations by our expert mixologists to complement every bite.For something hearty, don’t miss our Signature Creekstone Farms Ribeye Platter—a premium 16 oz cut with roasted potatoes, caramelized carrots, cauliflower, creamy mushroom sauce, and peppercorn-parmesan butter. It’s perfect for sharing with friends or family!
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5. Benihana - Santa Anita, CA
4.0
Excellent(2784)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Arcadia
Booked 59 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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6. Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine
4.5
Awesome(163)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Pasadena
Booked 51 times today
As an award winning restaurant group, Star Leaf creates a fine dining experience that combines ingredients and spices that will teleport guests across the Pacific to a tropical paradise. Founded in 2011, Star Leaf Pasadena is our first US-location in the beloved Playhouse Village. Every dish is prepared with passion and respect for the traditions that shaped Asian cuisine. The culinary team selects the freshest ingredients, ensuring each bite is a celebration of flavor and culture, while instilling innovative modern touches.
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7. The Arbour - Pasadena
4.7
Exceptional(2056)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Pasadena
Booked 39 times today
The Arbour brings rustic elegant dining to the historic Pasadena neighborhood of south Lake Avenue. Paying homage to the extraordinary agricultural bounty of California, The Arbour’s menu showcases relationships with sustainable local farms and purveyors.
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8. The Raymond Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3552)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Pasadena
Booked 57 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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9. Magnolia House
4.4
Awesome(329)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Pasadena
Booked 32 times today
Located in a 100-year-old Pasadena craftsman bungalow, Magnolia House is a hideaway for those in the know – unique cocktails and a small plate menu from around the world. Stop by for handcrafted drinks, a boutique selection of wines, and local craft beers on tap while the menu boasts market-driven selection of seasonal shareable plates.
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10. The Derby
4.8
Exceptional(4281)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Arcadia
Booked 51 times today
The Derby is more than a restaurant. Established in 1922, it has been family owned and operated since 1951. It is a grand museum showcasing some of horse racing’s greatest moments. Diners are invited to take a break from the rush of modern life and travel back to the time of George Woolf, Seabiscuit, and relive the excitement of “The Race of the Century”. We excel in offering the best meat and fresh seafood hand selected by our longtime executive chef that would delight even the most discriminating of taste. Some of the menu highlights include the Bacon Wrapped Filet, Delmonico New York, Prime Rib and Shrimp Scampi. We offer a wide selection of wines by the bottle and by the glass. Relax and enjoy a delicious meal in one of our iconic red leather booths, take in a beautiful evening on our terrace, or watch a sporting event in our bar and lounge. Dining at The Derby can only be compared to the feeling of holding the winning ticket when you smile and know that you made the right choice!

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  • Maria elenavip
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    great bubbly, sandwiches, desserts and tea; perfect service. Next time (there will definitely be a next time!) I would ask to keep the scones and add fruit (decrease the hard to dismiss desserts). thanks for a great bday photo! (servers are excellent photographers).
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    The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• South Pasadena
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    4.7
  • Mari
    Las Vegas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Definitely recommend. Awesome and the food is delicious.
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    Benihana - Santa Anita, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Arcadia
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    4
  • Jennifervip
    Los Angeles •29 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I’ve been to Bar Chelou a few times but they have really hit their stride. The service was on point, the drinks were fun and delicious, and the food was incredible. Every dish had an unexpected twist, from the mini peperoncinis in the salad to the tang of peanut butter in the carrots to the umami in the tempura mushrooms, lovely surprises all around! And they coursed everything out beautifully and got us to the show at the Playhouse right on time, chef’s kiss!
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    Bar ChelouPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Pasadena
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    4.8
  • Sahar
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    An exceptional restaurant with outstanding flavors, a warm and inviting atmosphere, and incredibly friendly staff. The space was impeccably clean, and their unique and creative drinks were a highlight.♥️ One of the staff, Katherine, was particularly kind and professional.✨ They also offer a VIP room for more private celebrations, making the experience even more special. Perfect for any occasion highly recommended!😍
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    Le Grand PasadenaPrice: Moderate• American• Pasadena
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    4.4
  • Cheena08
    Los Angeles •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 7, 2024
    Dined on 11/6/24. My husband was with me and my two kids. Our first time there. We ordered the happy hour oysters (12) and an order of the clams & mussels. Both fantastic! All 4 dinner entrees my family ordered were presented beautifully. Big portions and great flavor. Service was great. Many servers tended to us. Water never went dry. Enjoyed our experience. We will return.
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    The Dive Oyster BarPrice: Moderate• Oyster Bar• Temple City
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    4.9

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