Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine

4.5

230 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

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2 people

Mar 10, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 18 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Great for creative cocktails

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Southeast Asian, Thai
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Mon–Thu 8:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(626) 345-5371
Website
http://www.starleafusa.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
641 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101
Neighborhood
Pasadena
Cross street
Junction between El Molino & Colorado Blvd
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Dog Friendly, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

Offers

Star Leaf Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Monday - Friday | 3 pm - 6 pm Monday - Thursday | 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm Join us for discounted cocktails, beer, wine, and a Bar Bites menu.

Spicy Thai Som Tum Salad$19.00
green papaya · cherry tomatoes · crushed peanuts · mango · fish sauce
Saigon Summer Rice Paper Rolls$20.00
carrots · cucumbers · avocado · toasted peanuts · mango dip · (soft-shell crab, +$6)
Crying Tiger Tofu Salad$24.00
tofu · organic greens· tomatoes· manchego· citrus vinaigrette · toasted wild rice
Crying Tiger Grilled Chicken Salad$27.00
chicken · organic greens · tomatoes · manchego · citrus vinaigrette · toasted wild rice
Crying Tiger Grilled Steak Salad$35.00
steak · organic greens · tomatoes · manchego · citrus vinaigrette · toasted wild rice
Night Market Shichimi Tofu$19.00
japanese 7-spice mix · avocado · watermelon · sweet chili dip
Siam Beach Club Egg Roll (6 pcs)$26.00
blended shrimp · water chestnut · lemongrass · chili mango dip
Tropical Mango Fish$27.00
asian rainbow slaw · battered fillets · toasted wild rice
Spicy Tom Yum Soup
prawns · mussels · lemongrass · kaffir lime · galangal · chili paste · mushrooms. $15 (per serving) | $49 (serves 4-6 people)

Entrees

Thai Royal Curry Shrimp (8 pcs)$38.00
shrimp · duck eggs · eggplant · slow-roasted sambal rempah · coconut cream · baked baguette
Thai Royal Curry Crispy Soft-Shell Crab (2 crabs)$42.00
soft-shell crab · duck eggs · eggplant · slow-roasted sambal rempah · coconut cream · baked baguette
Thai Royal Curry Lobster Tail (9 oz)$53.00
lobster tail · duck eggs · eggplant · slow-roasted sambal rempah · coconut cream · baked baguette
Malay Captain's Curry Angus Beef$42.00
angus beef · 10 secret spices · coconut cream · peanut butter · potatoes · white jasmine rice
Malay Captain's Curry Chicken$32.00
chicken · 10 secret spices · coconut cream · peanut butter · potatoes · white jasmine rice
Rainforest Vegetable Curry$22.00
in-house slow-roasted rempah spices · seasonal farm picks
Royal Crown Fried Rice$28.00
shrimp · wild icelandic capelin fish roe · scallops · black & white jasmine rice
Pineapple Fried Rice$27.00
seafood · grated parmesan · pork floss · raisins · toasted cashew.
Longanisa Mussels$28.00
pork sausage · beer broth · cilantro · pickled onions · garlic baguette
Spicy Malacca Sambal$16.00
dried shrimp· snake beans· dry-roasted chili shallots

Grill

Madame Noi's Pork Collar$38.00
pork collar · cucumber · double lettuce cups · mint · thai basil · green papaya salad
Ikan Bakar$39.00
whole golden pomfret fish · sweet sour tropical slaw · mango chili dip · asian salsa verde · vermicelli
Baby Brinjal on Eggplant Steak$19.00
light coconut cloud vinaigrette · crispy wild rice cilantro salad

Dessert

Tropical Panna Cotta Coconut Bowl$15.00
coconut cream · fresh seasonal fruits
Banyan Tree Ice Cream$10.00
medley of chef's signature asian pick

Additional Services

Corkage Fee
$25 per 750ml bottle · Limited to 2 bottles per table
Cake Cutting Fee
$10 fee for cake cutting service

What 230 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Los Angeles
Asian
Pasadena
Innovative
Pasadena
Hot spot
Pasadena
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine in Pasadena is a visually stunning restaurant offering "great high quality food" with unique and flavorful dishes like the "royal crown fried rice." The ambiance is delightful, featuring beautiful decor and attentive service. While some reviews highlight service hiccups, the overall dining experience is highly recommended for its "delicious and artfully presented food."

230 Reviews

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Adam VIP
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the most incredible experience at Star Leaf in Pasadena while celebrating a family member’s birthday. From the moment we walked in, we were blown away by the stunning ambiance—the restaurant is absolutely gorgeous, with a warm yet elegant atmosphere that made the evening feel extra special. Our waitress, Daeja, was truly the best. She was attentive, kind, and went above and beyond to ensure we had an amazing night. Her recommendations were spot on, and her service made our celebration even more memorable. Now, let’s talk about the food and drinks—absolutely spectacular! I started with a lychee martini, which was perfectly balanced, refreshing, and one of the best I’ve had. The appetizers set the tone for the rest of the meal—the Crying Tiger Chicken Salad was packed with flavor, and the Saigon Summer Rolls were fresh and delicious. For the main course, the Royal Crown Fried Rice was an absolute must-try, bursting with rich, savory flavors. And the 12-Hour Braised Angus Short Ribs? Truly out of this world—tender, flavorful, and melt in your mouth perfection. Every bite was an experience in itself. From the ambiance to the outstanding food and impeccable service, Star Leaf exceeded all expectations. It was an unforgettable night, and I can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend!
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Debra VIP
Greater Boston5 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Creative and delicious foods. Lovely presentation.
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Phil VIP
Los Angeles25 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and service were amazing. This now my new go to restaurant for lunch.
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Melissa VIP
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One the most amazing Asian restaurants I’ve been to! Great high quality food, good portions, great staff and service and a beautiful place. Can’t wait to go back!
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Rudy
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service!!! The Lamb Chops were the best I’ve had in a while!!!
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Maureen VIP
Los Angeles93 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was terrible & I was embarrassed, as my friend had not been there before. A Valentines prix fix dinner was also a limiting & bad idea. Bland curry, overcooked steak, salmon was spicy & unappetizing. The dessert was hideous!!! What WAS to be their coffee dessert in a sugar cage, turned out to be a DREADFUL very lumpy chocolate concoction. It was the worst!
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Kim VIP
Los Angeles27 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our meal was delicious-- we tried all the new dishes on the menu -- and our waitress took great care of us!
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SandyH
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I tried the lunch menu for winter Dine LA with a friend. It was fantastic. The food portion is a good size to share with a friend. The food was delicious and a nice presentation. The vibe was delightful. The waiter was extra nice and attentive. He kept refilling our hot water.
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Grid
Los Angeles6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great experience at Star Leaf! beautiful place with great food & presentation. very attentive servers as well. will definitely come back
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Rui
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food that not only looks fantastic but also tastes delicious. The service is incredibly friendly, making for an amazing dining experience at Star Leaf.
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FAQs

Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine is rated 4.5 stars by 230 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 10, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 18 times today

641 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101

Additional information

Cross street
Junction between El Molino & Colorado Blvd
Neighborhood
Pasadena
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Mon–Thu 8:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Southeast Asian, Thai
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Dog Friendly, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.starleafusa.com/
Phone number
(626) 345-5371

Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine

Make a reservation

Additional information

Star Leaf Happy Hour

Lunch Combo

Royal Curry Combo$32.00

Crying Tiger Salad Combo$36.00

Starters

Spicy Thai Som Tum Salad$19.00

Saigon Summer Rice Paper Rolls$20.00

Crying Tiger Tofu Salad$24.00

Crying Tiger Grilled Chicken Salad$27.00

Crying Tiger Grilled Steak Salad$35.00

Night Market Shichimi Tofu$19.00

Siam Beach Club Egg Roll (6 pcs)$26.00

Tropical Mango Fish$27.00

Spicy Tom Yum Soup

Entrees

Thai Royal Curry Shrimp (8 pcs)$38.00

Thai Royal Curry Crispy Soft-Shell Crab (2 crabs)$42.00

Thai Royal Curry Lobster Tail (9 oz)$53.00

Malay Captain's Curry Angus Beef$42.00

Malay Captain's Curry Chicken$32.00

Rainforest Vegetable Curry$22.00

Royal Crown Fried Rice$28.00

Pineapple Fried Rice$27.00

Longanisa Mussels$28.00

Spicy Malacca Sambal$16.00

Grill

Madame Noi's Pork Collar$38.00

Ikan Bakar$39.00

Baby Brinjal on Eggplant Steak$19.00

Dessert

Tropical Panna Cotta Coconut Bowl$15.00

Banyan Tree Ice Cream$10.00

Additional Services

Corkage Fee

Cake Cutting Fee

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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