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Pasadena Contemporary Restaurant Reviews

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Rating
 
American/
Contemporary/
French
14/20
 
One Colorado
41 Hugus Alley
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-564-8111 | Menu
  
 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

 
 
French/
Contemporary/
Bistro
13/20
 
91 N. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-792-9923 | Menu
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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

 
 
Contemporary13/20
 
219 S. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-449-4499 | Menu
  
 This brick-lined dining room serves salmon-and-shrimp cakes drizzled with chipotle cream, pizzas, and a very respectable plate of short ribs. Read GAYOT's Central Park 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

 
 
Contemporary13/20
 
69 W. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-229-9961 | Menu
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 This intimate restaurant with an ambitious menu makes for a worthy Old Pasadena discovery. Read GAYOT's Green Street Tavern Restaurant Review

 
 
Gastropub/
American/
Contemporary
13/20
 
42 S. De Lacey Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-768-9555
  
 Lively Old Pasadena gastropub with an ambitious, adventurous menu. Read GAYOT's Haven Gastropub Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Pacific Rim/
Contemporary
15/20
 
713 E. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-796-9501 | Menu
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 Some of L.A.'s most compelling French cooking with Pacific Rim highlights. Read GAYOT's Maison Akira Restaurant Review

 
 
Contemporary/
French/
Creole
14/20
 
40 N. Mentor Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106
626-795-7199 | Menu
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 With respected Pasadena chef Claud Beltran at the helm, Noir offers a diverse menu of small plates and Pinot Noirs. Read GAYOT's Noir Food & Wine Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Contemporary
13/20
 
2361 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107
626-793-7100 | Menu
  
 Plate 38 showcases the cooking of a talented young chef. Read GAYOT's Plate 38 Restaurant Review

 
 
Gastropub/
Contemporary/
French
13/20
 
43 E. Union St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-844-2922 | Menu
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 A sophisticated gastropub with modern takes on French brasserie favorites, plus Belgian beers and boutique wines. Read GAYOT's Quadrupel Brasserie Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Contemporary
14/20
 
1250 S. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-441-3136 | Menu
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 Housed in the former caretaker’s cottage of a long-gone hotel, The Raymond is a charming setting for contemporary American cuisine. Read GAYOT's The Raymond Restaurant Review

 
 
Contemporary14/20
 
70 S. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-792-4441 | Menu
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 Live music accompanies impressive food and fine wine at this hidden gem in Pasadena. Read GAYOT's redwhite+bluezz Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
California/
Contemporary
16/20
 
The Langham Huntington, Pasadena
1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106
626-585-6410 | Menu | Photo
  
 Chef David Féau's talent is evident. Don't hesitate to dine at The Royce to enjoy his modern cuisine based on solid French techniques. Read GAYOT's The Royce Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood/
American/
Contemporary
13/20
 
181 E. Glenarm St., Ste. 105
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-799-0700
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 Tucked into a small shopping center is this restaurant with the intimate feel of a living room and contemporary seafood dishes. Read GAYOT's The StillRoom Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
International/
Contemporary
No Rating
 
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
525 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-229-1377 | Menu
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 Seasonal cuisine created in an open kitchen at the restaurant of the Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts. Read GAYOT's Technique Restaurant Review

 
 
Wine Bar/
California/
Contemporary
13/20
 
70 N. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-795-3999 | Menu
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 Old Pasadena wine bar offers California fare and an extensive wine list, including 60-plus selections by the glass. Read GAYOT's Vertical Wine Bistro Restaurant Review

 
 
Wine Bar/
Contemporary/
Small Plates
13/20
 
239 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-356-9494
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 An eclectic wine list complements an inventive menu of small plates at this handsome bistro. Read GAYOT's Vol. 94 Restaurant Review

 
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