Best Seasonal Restaurants in South Pasadena

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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DowntownEast LAHollywoodPasadenaSan Fernando ValleySan Gabriel Valley

Neighborhoods

ArcadiaArts DistrictAtwater VillageDowntownEagle RockEast Hollywood

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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

1. The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room

4.7

Exceptional(1399)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • South Pasadena

Booked 93 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

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2. 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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3. The Arbour - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2105)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 48 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.

4. Dunsmoor

4.8

Exceptional(993)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Eagle Rock

Booked 83 times today

Brian Dunsmoor’s namesake restaurant, Dunsmoor, is the latest iteration of his ongoing exploration of American heritage cooking. It is, first and foremost, a restaurant for the community that surrounds it, and a loving expression of the relentless research that has informed his cooking for the last ten years.We offer the full menu at tables in our dining room and at the chef's counter, as well as at our outdoor tables. Reservations are recommended but we make every effort to accommodate walk-ins when possible. Dunsmoor's wine bar, accessible either through the restaurant or via its own door on Ave 35, does not accept reservations and serves a limited menu of our raw and larder items.

A photo of Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery restaurant

5. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

4.6

Exceptional(196)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Pasadena

Booked 41 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.

A photo of The Lobby Lounge @ The Langham Hotel Pasadena restaurant

6. The Lobby Lounge @ The Langham Hotel Pasadena

4.3

Awesome(756)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Pasadena

Booked 15 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.

7. Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine

4.5

Awesome(231)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Pasadena

Booked 33 times today

As an award winning restaurant group, Star Leaf creates a fine dining experience that combines ingredients and spices that will teleport guests across the Pacific to a tropical paradise. Founded in 2011, Star Leaf Pasadena is our first US-location in the beloved Playhouse Village. Every dish is prepared with passion and respect for the traditions that shaped Asian cuisine. The culinary team selects the freshest ingredients, ensuring each bite is a celebration of flavor and culture, while instilling innovative modern touches.

A photo of The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena restaurant

8. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(1383)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 27 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 Henry Parson's Project restaurant

9. Henry Parson's Project

4.6

Exceptional(222)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Pasadena

Pasadena's premier pop up. At Henry Parsons Project you will find a diverse and often changing menu of comforting food, focused on locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. We lean a bit Southern, sprinkle in global influences, and serve in a warm and welcoming space. Follow us on Instagram and visit our website for the next Project open dates.We look forward to feeding you soon!Cajun Signature Dishes Include: Parsons Shrimp & Grits, Crawfish Etouffee, Gumbo, and BiscuitsLocated just south of Old Town Pasadena on Arroyo Parkway with a large parking lot in front.OUTDOOR VERANDA & INDOOR DINING: (When open) Fridays & Saturdays 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Sundays 5:30pm - 9:00pm

10. Le Grand Pasadena

4.0

Excellent(124)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Pasadena

Booked 12 times today

Embark on a culinary journey like no other at Le Grand, where our Unlimited Tasting Experience lets you savor as many dishes as you’d like for $55 per person. Crafted in smaller, tapas-style portions, this menu is designed to help you explore a wide variety of flavors—from coconut shrimp and four-cheese ravioli to wine-braised brisket, mandarin salmon, and an array of delightful desserts. Our Brunch Menu offers the same unlimited approach for $49 per person, featuring favorites like French toast, avocado bagels, and cheddar bacon scramble, among many others. Pair your feast with our Unlimited Cocktail Experience at $27 per person, or opt for bottomless wines, beers, and mimosas at $25 per person. Enjoy more for less—why settle for just one appetizer and entrée elsewhere when you can treat yourself to unlimited mouthwatering dishes here at Le Grand? Join us in Downtown LA or Pasadena and discover a menu that truly offers something for every palate.

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GailVIP
Los Angeles •256 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The Arbour is consistently fabulous. I love introducing friends to this friendly neighborhood eatery!
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The Arbour - PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7
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Carina
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service was very considerate and kind, our server checked on often us and made sure we enjoyed every dish! I love that she gave us the opportunity to speak up if there was something we weren’t happy with (we were happy with everything). She was awesome! Albacore Tuna and Carolina gold rice were the favorites for us and the pork and green chili stew felt like home. The space is beautiful, very minimal and classy. Definitely will be back at the bar for the burger and to try some other items.
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DunsmoorPrice: Very Expensive• American• Eagle Rock
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great service !!! Delicious food - the Chilean sea bass was out of this world
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The Raymond RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Pasadena
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4.5
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LylyVIP
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Such amazing food and vibes here. The two of us had the spiced pecans, babe farm lettuces, cheese curds, scallops, radiators in red sauce, and banana pudding- all excellent!
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Agnes Restaurant & CheeseryPrice: Expensive• American• Pasadena
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4.6
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Yana
Los Angeles •26 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 3, 2025
Memorable experience! Excellent service and ambiance.
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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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