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Rating
 
American/
Contemporary/
French
14/20
 
One Colorado
41 Hugus Alley
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-564-8111
  
 From the owner of upscale Bistro 45 is this more casual bistro with something for everybody. Read GAYOT's aka An American Bistro Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse13/20
 
536 S. Arroyo Pkwy.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-577-7463
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 New York-style steakhouse with a traditional menu and ambience. Read GAYOT's Arroyo Chop House Restaurant Review

 
 
Spanish/
Tapas
12/20
 
46 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-405-1000
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 A hip, contemporary scene in Old Pasadena serving reasonably authentic Spanish fare, Bar Celona offers a wide range of tapas to enjoy with a pitcher of sangría. Read GAYOT's Bar Celona Restaurant Review

 
 
British/
American/
Steakhouse
12/20
 
77 W. Walnut St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-796-3399
  
 Ivy-covered replica of an old English inn for British-American fare. Read GAYOT's Beckham Grill Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
French/
Bistro
15/20
 
45 S. Mentor Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106
626-795-2478
  
 Contemporary California-French cuisine and bistro classics in an art-filled Art Deco bungalow with a tranquil outdoor terrace. Read GAYOT's Bistro 45 Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian11/20
 
80 W. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-792-7272
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 Family-style platters of Italian fare and a rambunctious environment make this a good spot to gather a crowd for a reasonably-priced meal. Read GAYOT's Buca di Beppo Restaurant Review

 
 
Mediterranean/
Eclectic/
Burgers
Quick Bite
 
535 S. Lake Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-792-6634
  
 Burgers are just the beginning at this fun Mediterranean eatery. Read GAYOT's Burger Continental Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Contemporary/
Bistro
13/20
 
91 N. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-792-9923
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 Chef-owner Neil Rogers' modern French cooking in a setting a bit more stylish than the original location. Read GAYOT's Cafe Bizou Restaurant Review

 
 
Mediterranean12/20
 
64 W. Union St., #70
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-564-4200
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 Old Pasadena staple delivering a taste of the Mediterranean on an inviting outdoor terrace. Read GAYOT's Cafe Santorini Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood11/20
 
1978 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107
626-793-3474
  
 Old-fashioned family-style seafood house with maritime décor and mesquite grills. Read GAYOT's Cameron's Seafood Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian14/20
 
141 S. Lake Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-795-4006
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 Part of the Drago family, this Pasadena eatery serves intriguing versions of classic Sicilian and other Italian dishes. Read GAYOT's Celestino Restaurant Review

 
 
Eclectic11/20
 
2 W. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-584-6000
  
 Cheesecakes galore and a something-for-everyone menu. Read GAYOT's The Cheesecake Factory Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
12/20
 
41 S. De Lacey Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-577-4141
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 A French bistro concept from Pasadena restaurateurs Bob and Gregg Smith. Read GAYOT's Cheval Blanc Bistro Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Contemporary/
Japanese
13/20
 
45 S. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-585-8888
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 One side of the menu is French, the other Japanese at this novel Old Pasadena restaurant. Read GAYOT's Culture 22 Restaurant Review

 
 
Mediterranean/
Middle Eastern
12/20
 
175 E. Holly St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-440-1421
  
 Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine is offered in a cozy dining room or on a brick-clad patio. Read GAYOT's Eden Garden Bar & Grill Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican11/20
 
958 S. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-441-4353
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 El Cholo is renowned for its margaritas, but the festive atmosphere and reasonably good Mexican cooking also draw crowds. Read GAYOT's El Cholo Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican12/20
 
Arcade Lane
695 E. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-795-8553
  
 Charming Mexican restaurant featuring the favorites, plus Yucatan classics like poc-chuc and cochinta pibil. Specialties include crab-stuffed enchiladas de Jaiba and carne asada. Read GAYOT's El Portal Restaurant Review

 
 
Pan-Asian/
Dim Sum
13/20
 
22 Mills Pl.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-564-8656
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 An Old Pasadena coffee bar has been converted into a hip, pan-Asian restaurant and lounge. Read GAYOT's Equator Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
Pizza
13/20
 
452 S. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-432-6705
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 In a dining room that adds a few elegant touches to a pleasantly rustic setting, diners enjoy a menu featuring thin-crusted pizzas and pastas. Read GAYOT's Gale's Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Breakfast
13/20
 
146 Shoppers Ln.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-577-7170
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 This breakfast destination for locals offers salads and burgers come lunchtime; dinner looks to steaks, seafood and chicken options. Read GAYOT's Green Street Restaurant Review

 
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