Best Historic Restaurants in Monrovia

10 restaurants available nearby

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1. 1913 Restaurant & Bar

4.9

Exceptional(70)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Duarte

Booked 1 time today

1913 Restaurant & Bar is no ordinary restaurant. Named for the founding year of the City of Hope, 1913 is a place where every plate is thoughtfully curated to nourish one’s body, heart, spirit, and soul. Executive Chef Christian Eggerling and his diverse team of culinary talent make healthy food fun, sometimes fancy (because we all deserve it), but never boring. Fresh wild-caught seafood, locally sourced meat, garden-harvested vegetables, decadent desserts, curated wine list and craft cocktail program make 1913 the ideal destination for any occasion. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and private events can be experienced in our modern and elegant restaurant or outside on the patio with a picture-perfect view of the local foothill mountains. Whether you are a team member, local or visitor to our historic campus - our commitment to locally farmed, sustainability-focused food is not just a pledge, it is a promise.

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2. The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room

4.7

Exceptional(1290)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • South Pasadena

Booked 52 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. The Arbour - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2058)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 40 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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4. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.4

Awesome(1350)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 24 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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5. The Royce Steak House

4.7

Exceptional(1296)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 20 times today

The Royce | Wood-Fired Steakhouse features the finest selection of Prime Cuts, Australian Wagyu, and grass-fed beef, expertly prepared on a wood-fired grill. The menu is accented by fresh seafood and creative, comfortable side dishes.

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6. The Raymond Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(3554)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 30 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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7. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(2036)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • South Pasadena

Booked 31 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.

8. Shiro Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1592)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Pasadena

Booked 5 times today

Open for indoor and outdoor dining and curbside takeout. Outdoors dining is subject to the weather. We have heaters but not for all tables. Please dress warmly. If there is a chance of rain we will have to cancel.Shiro has been named the Zagat Guide's number one restaurant and is consistently one of the highest rated establishments in the guide (#5 in 2011; #2 for service in 2013). Shiro is summed up by it's ingredients. Menu items are driven by the best available, nothing less is acceptable. For over 35 years, diners have enjoyed our French and Pacific Rim inspired menu. A tradition of fine dining with excellent, friendly service. We may supplement our menu with a special Taste of Shiro (soup or salad, meat or fish, dessert). Wed/Th. The evening's menu is posted around 3pm.As much as we love them, we must ask that your dogs and other pets stay home. Service dogs, of course, are welcome.

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9. Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue

4.2

Awesome(166)

Price: Moderate

• French American • Pasadena

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. .

10. Radhika

4.5

Awesome(25)

Price: Very Expensive

• Indian • South Pasadena

Booked 2 times today

Specializing in modern Indian cuisine, Radhika Restaurant offers a classy and sophisticated dining area for Pasadena locals and visitors. Radhika opened its doors to the California locals in 1995 and has been serving authentic Indian food with a modern twist ever since. The newest location in Pasadena is located on the Gold Line, nestled within historic architecture. It features its own exotic menu options, as well as a new wine lounge, which includes a full bar.Radhika's menu includes a variety of dishes that are authentic but include a more modern flair. Some of the more popular items include Punjabi tacos and vegetable tempura. The salmon kabab and lamb shank are also featured on the menu. For those who can't stay and enjoy a meal in the dining room, online ordering is also available.

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STACY
Los Angeles •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Yasmine was excellent as was Brian who was very accommodating
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The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• South Pasadena
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4.7
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Williamvip
Pittsburgh / Western PA •50 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was very good, especially the steaks But the pacing was off and my wife’s crabcake did not arrive for a good 5 minutes after the other 4 of us were served. And there was a long lag before we were even asked about dessert. Entered at 5:30, out at 8. Too long for a fine dining experience.
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The Royce Steak HousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Pasadena
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4.7
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Kathleenvip
Orange County •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The Arbour restaurant is truly a Pasadena gem. The salad to start are not overdressed, the salads are also fresh and presented beautiful We each enjoyed the pasta dishes. The pasta is cooked to perfection and well seasoned. We had the pumpkin pie which is amazing From our server Patrick, the chef Ian, kitchen staff, all the staff this restaurant is wonderful.
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The Arbour - PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7
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Evip
Los Angeles •66 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
We love 1913, it’s a wonderful retreat for us during this time in our lives. The food & the service is impeccable. Thank you for making our visits wonderful.
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1913 Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Duarte
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4.9
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Veronica
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 19, 2024
Waitstaff was excellent and attentive. Celebrated a birthday and they may a special dessert . Food was delicious.
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The Terrace at The Langham, PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.4

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. 1913 Restaurant & Bar

2. The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room

3. The Arbour - Pasadena

4. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

5. The Royce Steak House

6. The Raymond Restaurant

7. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

8. Shiro Restaurant

9. Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue

10. Radhika

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