Best Lunch Restaurants in Monterey Park

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A photo of The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena restaurant

1. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(1383)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 23 times today

The Terrace serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, featuring a California bistro-style menu comprised of the freshest seasonal and sustainable ingredients.

A photo of The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room restaurant

2. The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room

4.7

Exceptional(1414)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • South Pasadena

Booked 81 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

A photo of The Raymond Restaurant restaurant

3. The Raymond Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(3601)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 66 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

A photo of Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena restaurant

4. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

4.8

Exceptional(2050)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • South Pasadena

Booked 37 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.

A photo of Stevens Steak & Seafood House restaurant

5. Stevens Steak & Seafood House

4.3

Awesome(744)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Commerce

Booked 14 times today

It was just yesterday when we opened our doors. If Yesterday was October of 1952. Steven's is America's premier traditional steakhouse. We are committed to providing you with outstanding hospitality and serving you the best steaks. Our acclaimed wine list, rich ambiance and personal wait-service are designed to provide you with a truly memorable steakhouse experience. We also have another side of personality. Our lounge is alive with the hottest sounds of Salsa and many other Latin vibes. IIn addition, we have seven private dining rooms for that perfect quiet evening. Whether you are planning a business dinner, graduation, wedding, anniversary, rehearsal dinner, birthday or a large corporate meeting, we will satisfy your needs in a friendly and professional manner. Steven's steakhouse Gift Cards are the perfect gift for every steak lover. We look forward to serving you.

A photo of Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori & Men-Ya - Alhambra restaurant

6. Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori & Men-Ya - Alhambra

4.8

Exceptional(20)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Alhambra

Booked 15 times today

Looking for delicious and authentic Japanese dishes? Look no further than Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori & Men-Ya Alhambra. Located in the heart of Alhambra, our menu features a wide variety of traditional Japanese dishes, including our famous yakitori. Made with fresh, high-quality ingredients and grilled over binchotan (oak) charcoal, our yakitori has a unique smoky flavor that is sure to please your taste buds. We also have a variety of other Japanese dishes, including udon, ramen, and various Japanese grilled dishes and sides. No matter what you're in the mood for, Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori & Men-Ya Alhambra is the perfect destination. Our warm and inviting atmosphere, combined with our friendly staff, will make you feel right at home. So come and join us for a casual meal with friends and family. We can't wait to serve you!

A photo of The Edmondson Faculty Center restaurant

7. The Edmondson Faculty Center

4.6

Exceptional(65)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

USC Hospitality has brought a unique focus to the Health Science Campus. The Edmondson is a farm-to-fork restaurant that provides fresh and seasonal fares at an exceptional price. We provide lunch service and private dining accommodations to our customers. We are the premiere location for meetings, celebratory and high level administration events.

A photo of El Pescador - Montebello restaurant

8. El Pescador - Montebello

4.7

Exceptional(8)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Montebello

Booked 3 times today

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9. 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.

10. Mi Piace

4.4

Awesome(4124)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 52 times today

We are open and happy to serve the community during this time. With over 30 years serving up crave worthy food, craft coktails, extensive wine lists and personalized service, we invite you to come dine on our newly renovated patio, bustling main dining rooms, sleek lounge or order our takeout. In Italian, Mi Piace means - I like it; and the Mi Piace Team will make sure you love it at this award-winning restaurant. Mi Piace is the perfect spot to enjoy an intimate dinner, lively lunch, or festive brunch. We take pride in our product and service provided and look forward to having you as our guest in what we call 'home'.

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andrew
Orange County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great service and very thoughtful! We had a great experience!
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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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Christopher
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was excellent, service was great, although it seemed like we were eating in a room where everyone was yelling at each other to n order to be heard.
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Gus's BBQ - South PasadenaPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• South Pasadena
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4.8
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DavidVIP
Los Angeles •30 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 16, 2025
Fantastic that a wonderful place has not only kept its quality, class, exceptional service, ambiance, and character commensurate with its stated ancestry (the original Raymond Hotel) for over 15 years now - it is embodied by the next generation bringing it forward for us all to enjoy! Thank you
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The Raymond RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Pasadena
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4.5
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WendyH
Los Angeles •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 9, 2025
Thanks for another great afternoon at the Terrace.
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The Terrace at The Langham, PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7
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MarioG
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
Great food, great service. I love spending any Valentines Day here with a Frank Sinatra singing to the audience.
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Stevens Steak & Seafood HousePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Commerce
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4.3

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