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Argentinean/
Italian
13/20
 
121 W. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-795-5658
  
 A solid Argentinean eatery in Old Pasadena, perfect for morcilla (blood sausage), steaks with chimichurri and dulce de leche crêpes. Read GAYOT's 1810 Argentinean Restaurant Review

 
 
Indian13/20
 
44 N. Fair Oaks
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-577-9916
  
 Reliable Indian cuisine at multiple accessible locations. Read GAYOT's Akbar Restaurant Review

 
 
Indian13/20
 
39 S. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-440-0309
  
 Once you've enjoyed the unique fare at this friendly little eatery, you'll find it hard to settle for the predictable menus at most area Indian restaurants. Read GAYOT's All India Cafe 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

 
 
Afghan13/20
 
110 E. Union St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-683-3310
  
 A charming dining room with linen-clad tables, Azeen's offers traditional Afghan dishes. Read GAYOT's Azeen's Restaurant Review

 
 
Japanese/
Sushi
13/20
 
58 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-578-9493
  
 Old Pasadena sushi bar offering the predictable list of signature rolls, respectable traditional sushi and some ambitious cooked dishes. Read GAYOT's Blue Fish Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
American
13/20
 
140 S. Lake Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-449-9900
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 Come enjoy California cuisine at Café 140 South. Read GAYOT's Cafe 140 South 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

 
 
California/
American/
Breakfast
13/20
 
961 E. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91106
626-356-9811
  
 Blink and you'll miss this well-kept secret serving good food all day in a cozy dining room that feels like a dressed-up small town diner. Read GAYOT's Cafe Verde Restaurant Review

 
 
Contemporary13/20
 
219 S. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-449-4499
  
 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

 
 
Korean/
Barbecue
13/20
 
851 Cordova St.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-792-2474
  
 Sleek looking Korean neighborhood eatery with a menu that lends modern touches to traditional favorites. Read GAYOT's Cham Korean Bistro Restaurant Review

 
 
Peruvian/
Latin American
13/20
 
96 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-432-4692
  
 Featuring a traditional Peruvian menu, Choza Mama offers good ceviche and much more. Read GAYOT's Choza Mama 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

 
 
Pan-Asian/
Thai
13/20
 
1218 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91106
626-792-2999
  
 An endearing storefront eatery in which the cuisines of Thailand, Vietnam and Korea are showcased. Read GAYOT's Daisy Mint 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

 
 
Contemporary13/20
 
69 W. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-229-9961
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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

 
 
Japanese13/20
 
70 W. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-405-4842
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 Japanese yakiniku cooking in Pasadena. Read GAYOT's Gyu-Kaku 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

 
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