Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Duarte

18 restaurants available nearby

1. The Derby

4.8

Exceptional(4351)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Arcadia

Booked 44 times today

The Derby is more than a restaurant. Established in 1922, it has been family owned and operated since 1951. It is a grand museum showcasing some of horse racing’s greatest moments. Diners are invited to take a break from the rush of modern life and travel back to the time of George Woolf, Seabiscuit, and relive the excitement of “The Race of the Century”. We excel in offering the best meat and fresh seafood hand selected by our longtime executive chef that would delight even the most discriminating of taste. Some of the menu highlights include the Bacon Wrapped Filet, Delmonico New York, Prime Rib and Shrimp Scampi. We offer a wide selection of wines by the bottle and by the glass. Relax and enjoy a delicious meal in one of our iconic red leather booths, take in a beautiful evening on our terrace, or watch a sporting event in our bar and lounge. Dining at The Derby can only be compared to the feeling of holding the winning ticket when you smile and know that you made the right choice!

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2. Benihana - Santa Anita, CA

4.0

Excellent(2817)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Arcadia

Booked 77 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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3. The Lobby Lounge @ The Langham Hotel Pasadena

4.3

Awesome(748)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Pasadena

Booked 22 times today

Join us for Afternoon Tea at The Langham Huntington Pasadena, Los Angeles with live entertainment. Enjoy a seasonal menu including mouthwatering sandwiches, baked scones, scrumptious sweets and a flavorful array of tea selections. Delicious Gluten-free and Vegan menus available. Please include the number of adults (and if they have any dietary allergies) and number of kids (and if they have any dietary allergies) in your reservation notes to enable us to best prepare for a seamless experience.Offered Thursday-Friday 11am-3pm (live pianist) & Saturday-Sunday 10am-3pm (live harpist).Our grace period for reservations is 15 minutes.20% Gratuity will be included in all final Afternoon Tea experiences; all prices exclude tax.Parking $15 with Afternoon Tea validation.

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4. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(1376)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 19 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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5. The Royce Steak House

4.6

Exceptional(1319)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 17 times today

The Royce | Wood-Fired Steakhouse features the finest selection of Prime Cuts, Australian Wagyu, and grass-fed beef, expertly prepared on a wood-fired grill. The menu is accented by fresh seafood and creative, comfortable side dishes.

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6. The Arbour - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2088)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 42 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.

7. Celestino

4.6

Exceptional(3590)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 47 times today

Celestino Ristorante in Pasadena is no longer a well-kept secret. The Drago Brothers continue to exceed expectations with the freshest seafood, finest homemade pastas, organic meats, and variety of desserts made on-site. Some of the favorites include; Florentine style T-bone, black and white ravioli filled with shrimp, branzino al sale, flown-in burrata and vanilla custard with an assortment of fresh berries. Come in and enjoy authentic regional and seasonal specialties complemented by an award-winning wine list. We offer dynamic Private Dining rooms, a full bar, garden patios, and the friendliest staff to make any meal or special event at Celestino Ristorante most memorable. We do not up charge for Private Dining room use, or special Wine Dinners. Open Monday through Sunday for dinner seven days a week. Lunch hours are Monday to Friday.

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8. Alexander's Steakhouse - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2276)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 24 times today

You will enjoy the beautiful patio setup we have in Pasadena. We have instituted all health and safety precautions to ensure all of our guests and employees feel safe and can enjoy themselves. If you have any questions, please contact us and our team will take the pleasure of assisting you.--Alexander's Steakhouse offers a fine dining interpretation of a Modern American Steakhouse with hints of global influences throughout the menu. Featuring classic cuts such as Ribeye, Bone-In New York and Filet Mignon, to sustainable seafood, our signature Hamachi Shot and a large selection of Wagyu. We also highlight dry-aged steaks and offer the finest and most luxurious products available including two tasting menus and a Extensive Wine List. A full bar featuring some of the most unique specialty cocktails is a great way to begin your evening here at Alexander's Steakhouse.

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9. Fogo de Chão - Pasadena, CA

4.1

Excellent(973)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Pasadena

Booked 99 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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10. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(4033)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 77 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Pasadena, CA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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Anand
California Central Coast •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food quality is consistent and outstanding. We have been to bestia multiple times and I am impressed at how they maintain the same standard and consistency. We had the Caesar salad, mussels and spinach tagliatelle. All three dishes were made to perfection. Would highly recommend their fuyu permisson ricotta tart dessert- not too sweet and to me the perfect end to an outstanding meal. My only quibble is that their prices have gone up substantially which makes this a place for only very special occasions.
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BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.8
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Danny
Orlando / Central Florida East •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
What can’t you say about this place!!! We had great service from Darren and Wilson, they were constantly checking on us, which was pretty hard, considering it was very busy for a Thursday night, but they prevailed. The food was Top Notch!! We went back for Japanese A5 wagyu, at least 4-6 times just for that particular cut of meat. Considering this was our first time, they had more than enough on their $99 menu to highly satisfy us. Thank you Niku X, particularly Darren and Wilson, we had the greatest experience!!! We will definitely be coming back!!!!
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NIKU XPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.4
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Stella
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Chef Eric was amazing! Everything tasted just right. We felt like there wasn't enough air flow so the air quality was not so good.
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Benihana - Santa Anita, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Arcadia
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Dawn
South Carolina •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always a great experience. Food was great. Service was great. Very attentive. Love the atmosphere.
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The DerbyPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Arcadia
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4.8
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Christoph
Berlin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very friendly service, interesting and very good designed inventory, terrific view!
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Perch LAPrice: Expensive• French American• Downtown
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4.6

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. The Derby

2. Benihana - Santa Anita, CA

3. The Lobby Lounge @ The Langham Hotel Pasadena

4. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

5. The Royce Steak House

6. The Arbour - Pasadena

7. Celestino

8. Alexander's Steakhouse - Pasadena

9. Fogo de Chão - Pasadena, CA

10. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pasadena

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