Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in South Pasadena

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1. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2051)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • South Pasadena

Booked 23 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.

2. Shiro Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1603)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Pasadena

Booked 8 times today

Open for indoor and outdoor dining and curbside takeout. Outdoors dining is subject to the weather. We have heaters but not for all tables. Please dress warmly. If there is a chance of rain we will have to cancel.Shiro has been named the Zagat Guide's number one restaurant and is consistently one of the highest rated establishments in the guide (#5 in 2011; #2 for service in 2013). Shiro is summed up by it's ingredients. Menu items are driven by the best available, nothing less is acceptable. For over 35 years, diners have enjoyed our French and Pacific Rim inspired menu. A tradition of fine dining with excellent, friendly service. We may supplement our menu with a special Taste of Shiro (soup or salad, meat or fish, dessert). Wed/Th. The evening's menu is posted around 3pm.As much as we love them, we must ask that your dogs and other pets stay home. Service dogs, of course, are welcome.

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3. The Raymond Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(3596)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 26 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

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4. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(1378)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 6 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. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

4.7

Exceptional(187)

Price: Expensive

• American • Pasadena

Booked 20 times today

Agnes Restaurant and Cheesery is a neighborhood oasis that showcases live-fire cooking with seasonal ingredients behind an adorable cheese shop that offers unique and thoughtfully curated artisan cheeses and renowned provisions. With our spaces for large parties, an open kitchen, darling outdoor patio, and a beautiful marketplace, Agnes offers many opportunities for celebrating a wide variety of occasions.The holidays are a wonderful time to discover Agnes with the Cheesery offering several stunning products worth sharing with all of your friends and family. From large format cheese, meat and crudité platters, tinned fish, delicious gifts, freshly baked treats, to our decadent Sides & Pies holiday offerings. Enjoy and relax during the holidays with Agnes catering your parties and family get-togethers. Founded by Chefs Thomas and Vanessa Tilaka Kalb, stop by while exploring the famous Gamble House, Rose Bowl, Castle Green, Huntington Library or strolling through Old Town Pasadena.

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6. The Arbour - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2089)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 40 times today

The Arbour is a gem in Pasadena, serving up Californian cuisine with a rustic and elegant twist. The restaurant's menu is a testament to the area's agricultural bounty, featuring relationships with sustainable local farms and purveyors. It's described as a cozy and charming spot with a warm and inviting ambiance, perfect for a relaxing evening or entertaining guests. Reviewers rave about the food, service, and ambiance, calling it a hidden gem and one of their favorite places to eat.

7. Gale's

4.7

Exceptional(3359)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 27 times today

Gale's Restaurant is a totally local Pasadena spot for delicious Northern Italian fare, tucked away from the tourist chains in Old Town. Couples, families and friends that seem to have just finished a day outdoors snuggle among the brick walls and small marble tables, drinking cocktails and wine from elegant Brighton goblets. Start off with Bruschetta, Burrata Salad or Gale's Simple Salad and then move on to the country-style Tuscan steak or one of the house made ravioli specials. For dessert, don't miss the Tiramisu or Gale's iconic Coconut Cake. The wine list is a favorite among the guests for it's variety and excellent value.

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8. Fleming's Steakhouse - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(1450)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 57 times today

Your Pasadena Fleming's is conveniently located on the corner of Marengo and Colorado Boulevard. Fleming's in Pasadena is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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9. Alexander's Steakhouse - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2277)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 19 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.

10. Mi Piace

4.5

Awesome(4095)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 27 times today

Mi Piace is a neighborhood gem in Pasadena, renowned for its over 30 years of serving up crave worthy Italian cuisine. It's praised for its excellent food, service, and ambiance by patrons, who have been dining there for special occasions and even for multiple decades. The restaurant takes pride in its product and service, making it a go-to spot for guests. One reviewer mentioned, 'Food is consistently good. Been a patron for multiple decades and always a go to choice for guests.'

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Carter
Los Angeles •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 6, 2025
Extremely slow service like beyond slow for an empty restaurant, but absolutely delicious food like five star food but really extremely expensive! Beautiful ambience really fresh food that was again absolutely delicious just expensive and there’s not really kid options. I wasn’t dining with a kid so it did not matter to me, but I like to include that in my review.
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The Terrace at The Langham, PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7
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Lupe
Orange County •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 5, 2025
It never disappoints to come here. It was easy to make the reservation. The food here is delicious and the service is great. They’re very friendly and we will always keep coming back.
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Gus's BBQ - South PasadenaPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• South Pasadena
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4.7
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RickVIP
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 5, 2025
Top restaurant in PASADENA area. Superb in every way.
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Shiro RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Pasadena
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4.9
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SydneyVIP
Los Angeles •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 5, 2025
The food was amazing but the service was incredible. Everyone was so kinda and attentive.
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Agnes Restaurant & CheeseryPrice: Expensive• American• Pasadena
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4.7
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Kathleen
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Our first time there and it was great setting, food and service. We’ll definitely go back often. Live that is an old Craftsman style house and the patios. Thx for a special evening.
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The Raymond RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Pasadena
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4.5

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63 restaurants available nearby

1. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

2. Shiro Restaurant

3. The Raymond Restaurant

4. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

5. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

6. The Arbour - Pasadena

7. Gale's

8. Fleming's Steakhouse - Pasadena

9. Alexander's Steakhouse - Pasadena

10. Mi Piace

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