Best Romantic Restaurants in Alhambra

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

Antelope ValleyBeach CitiesDowntownEast LAHollywoodInland Empire

Neighborhoods

Agoura Hills / Westlake VillageAliso Viejo / Laguna NiguelAnaheimArcadiaArts DistrictAtwater Village

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

467 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Raymond Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(3598)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 44 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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2. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

4.6

Exceptional(193)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Pasadena

Booked 29 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.

A photo of The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena restaurant

3. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(1381)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 26 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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4. Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events

4.4

Awesome(1231)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Monterey Park

Booked 70 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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5. The Arbour - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2098)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 37 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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6. Pez Coastal Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(66)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pasadena

Booked 16 times today

Executive Chef & Proprietor Bret Thompson, with a rich culinary background spanning prestigious establishments in the U.S. and abroad, brings his expertise to Pez Coastal Kitchen. Joined by his wife Lucy Thompson-Ramirez, they have left an indelible mark on the Los Angeles dining scene with their previous ventures, including the beloved Pez Cantina and LA Burrito Co. in Montebello, but at Pez Coastal Kitchen,Chef Bret’s focus shifts to innovative techniques such as curing, smoking, and specialized dry-aging of seafood which will be a distinctive feature.The menu at Pez Coastal Kitchen reflects our culinary team's commitment to excellence, offering a tantalizing array of appetizers, chilled seafood, crudos, family-style entrees, exceptional sides, and innovative desserts. From Chilled Beets with hazelnuts to Whole Fried Fish and decadent desserts like Warm Chocolate Butterscotch Peanut Butter Cake, each dish is crafted with precision and creativity.

7. Gale's

4.7

Exceptional(3365)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 29 times today

Gale's Restaurant is a totally local Pasadena spot for delicious Northern Italian fare, tucked away from the tourist chains in Old Town. Couples, families and friends that seem to have just finished a day outdoors snuggle among the brick walls and small marble tables, drinking cocktails and wine from elegant Brighton goblets. Start off with Bruschetta, Burrata Salad or Gale's Simple Salad and then move on to the country-style Tuscan steak or one of the house made ravioli specials. For dessert, don't miss the Tiramisu or Gale's iconic Coconut Cake. The wine list is a favorite among the guests for it's variety and excellent value.

8. KAVIAR Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(567)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Pasadena

Booked 14 times today

Upscale Japanese kitchen serving up an exquisite selection of sushi and fusion masterpieces. We are the pinnacle of quality, and the cornerstone of service. Join us and create incredible memories in our peaceful and cozy environment.

9. Shiro Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1607)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Pasadena

Booked 8 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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10. Sushi Roku - Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(1226)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Pasadena

Booked 10 times today

Sushi Roku combines the finest, freshest fish from pristine waters around the globe with the kind of artistry that can only be provided by a mature sushi chef ensuring superlative traditional sushi, together with a splash of California innovation. Sushi Roku is a pioneer of contemporary sushi, incorporating diverse, non-traditional ingredients from Latin America (e.g. jalapeños) and Europe (e.g. olive oil) into its edible works of art. This unique culinary experience that bridges past and present is the result of an eagerness to embrace new ideas and a profound respect for tradition. Sushi Roku’s bold and diverse menu also offers an array of hot and cold specialty appetizers and an extensive selection of exotic entrées.

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MaryVIP
Los Angeles •74 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Wonderful dinner after coming back from the symphony. Sara is a great server. Ambience is great. Drinks and dinner (we had The Artichoke) were outstanding. Another very enjoyable time at The Raymond!
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The Raymond RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Pasadena
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4.5
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Christine
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing food and service. It was a very busy Saturday night but we were seated right away and did not have to wait long for our food.
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The Arbour - PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7
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Saul
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
love agnes as always. took a little while to have our order taken and to get refills on our drinks but it was a busy night
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Agnes Restaurant & CheeseryPrice: Expensive• American• Pasadena
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4.6
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otilio
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a fantastic Valentine's Day at this place The ambiance was cozy, the food was outstanding, and the service was impeccable. Highlights included shrimp , sea bass, and a delightful red velvet cake Our server made the experience special with great recommendations. We'll definitely return for future events.
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Luminarias Restaurant & Special EventsPrice: Moderate• American• Monterey Park
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4.4
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KennethVIP
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 9, 2025
The staff are golden at this establishment. Thank you for a very pleasant experience as always. We are grateful to be treated like old friends.
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The Terrace at The Langham, PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7