Restaurants in Altadena

“One of the best Thai food spots in Pasadena/Altadena- and that’s quite an achievement given the competition. Miya sets themselves apart with a well crafted menu, cozy and uniquely decorated space, and neatest of all, every Tuesday they have an all vegetarian menu with some unforgettable choices. Honestly worth checking out before the place inevitably becomes famous and the line for a table always out the door! Also huge shout out to the staff who took the time to walk us through the menu, explain how the restaurant dining choices worked, and generally went above and beyond to make the experience match the quality of the food!”

“Utterly charmed by this place. After eating an incredible, smoky bowl of split pea - which John (the owner) made on the spot on his gas stove behind the register - for $3.75, I bought some grocery staples and a few treats. While shopping, I marveled at the hand-packed "leftovers" stored in the wood-paneled refrigerator, on sale for a modest $1.75/portion instead of being thrown out. A business as personal and homey as Oh Happy Day is a marvel these days. I feel gratitude and respect for John and the space he's fostered. Will be back many times.”

“A no-frills "fast food" spot. They have a very diverse menu consisting of American, Mexican, and Chinese food. I have yet to try any other item besides the burgers and fried zucchini, which I'm a fan of. The service is quick and your food is cooked to order. The burgers are a great size and delicious! Also, do yourself a favor and get the fried zucchini. The batter is nice and crispy, and the zucchini is sliced thick.”

“5/5! Came here for breakfast. My husband and I shared the classic breakfast burrito and the vegan breakfast burrito. Both were delicious but we agreed the vegan one was a little more flavorful. The yogurt bowl with their fresh granola and raspberry puree was divine! Order that if you don’t want something so heavy but yet still a great portion size and will fill you up. Coffee was excellent too.”

“The pizza and fries are soo good! And service as well, we wandered in close to closing last night (had an event nearby) not knowing they closed at 8, but we still felt welcomed and the younger blonde guy at register did an excellent job. We had a Hawaiian type pizza with dried pineapple, which sounds weird but was SO good! And fries with their garlic sauce, I'd go back for those two items for sure. We also had a supreme pizza that was delicious as well. Also, tried their freshly made lime guava lemonade, we loved it. Wish we lived closer, would be there more often!”

“I had the taco pastor with like a cheesy taco shell onion, cilantro, the works. It was absolutely the best taco I have ever had in my life. They were $3.00 each and worth every single coin. I was off my diet for one day and wanted tacos. Now I am thinking to extend my day off to two days. I bought three tacos and they were so meaty. And the owner was super kind and soft spoken. It is 5am and I wish I had of purchased 10 tacos. They were just that good.”

“Been here twice, loved it both times, and currently have plans to come back. We will probably order the shrimp and grits EVERY TIME WE VISIT. It's just that good. Pies are also awesome, same room for dessert.”

“El Caporal is my go to for Mexican food in Altadena. The food is always delicious and they have a wide variety of options available. The food is always ready quickly and accurately. You get a lot of food for a reasonable price. I highly recommend them!”

“I must say I really like the pizza at Side Pie. The crust is Excellent, thin, crispy and delicious . The high-quality toppings just add to the flavor. I forget the name of the pizza I got but it had mushrooms pesto and some other stuff, yum! They also have a nice selection of drinks and high end beer. I got a hazy IPA which was also good. I haven't checked out the Wine garden yet, but will on my next visit.”

“I ordered the pepperoni pizza “well done” via the toast app and it was perfection. Crisp, Clean (not greasy) and Tangy. Definitely the Best Pizza in the unincorporated neighborhood of Alta Dena. I was able to park on “little” New York Dr (the residential parallel street that doesn’t have a separate name) and walk across Minoru to pick up my pizza. Check your text messages because the pizza can be ready much sooner than the time listed on the Toast app or the email from Toast.Parking: park on “little” New York Dr and walk across Minoru”

“Speedy service, great prices, phenomenal burritos that'll keep you full for a long time. You can tell it's popular amongst locals because of all the work trucks in the parking lot at lunch.The VARIETY of meats you can get on the burrito is also unmatched, and I strongly urge anyone reading this to get out of their comfort zone and go for a cabeza (beef head) burrito. I was blown away.”

“A good morning starts with a cup of black coffee! I like watching the mountains and enjoying a good cup of coffee best.Great store! This is the best morning coffee experience since I came to the United States. There is a quiet atmosphere and elements of a big city. I like the feeling of international integration, just like here!?”

“This place is a true gem. The owner came to our table and chatted with us for a long time. This is homestyle Greek cooking. Made to order. Made with love. Don't think twice. Go!”

“This place is perfect if you want a laid back location to watch some sports, eat pizza, and have a drink. My group was so happy to find Altadena Ale & Wine House after striking out in crowded Pasadena - next time we will skip Pasadena entirely and come straight here.”

“I was visiting from out of state and had the opportunity to eat at this hidden gem. As a foodie that has visited many different countries, islands and local food establishments, this food was like heaven! The smell and the myriad of flavors spoke to my soul!! I didn't mind waiting for fresh, hot, perfectly seasoned and crafted food. If they were open all day, I definitely would've eaten there for breakfast, lunch and dinner. My only disappointment is that I don't live in the state. This is a MUST dine at spot. A special shoutout and thank you to the gracious owner for memorable meals and my friend Herb for introducing me to this place. I look forward to returning.”

“Fast service, generous portions of meat and fresh self serve condiments. What's not to like!? I enjoyed my carne asada mulita (fried quesadilla) very much. Only issue was that the paper plate got stuck to the food in some areas. All of my tacos were well packed with foil on top. They make sure to give you multiple plates so the oil doesn't soak through but I'd still be careful where you place the plates when you eat.Located right outside of Ralph's parking lot. No seating available. Pick up and go kind of place. They accept Zelle payments.”

“We made a quick stop for coffee and did not regret it at all. We had hot cocoa, horchata latte? El campesino, and they were good but the best was horchata one. Will be back again when in the area..”

“Great place to pick up tacos, especially on Taco Tuesday (fish tacos) and beef/chicken on Thursdays when they have specials. The food is fresh and quickly prepared.”

“What an absolute gem this shop is. We had our wedding cake made by Pastries by Nancy & oh boy it did not disappoint. When we had to go try cakes from different vendors, all we could talk about was the cakes from this shop. The owner was also very helpful & knowledgeable about the cakes & what could & wouldn’t work. I remember being most excited to have cake at the wedding more than the other parts of the wedding! We love their cake so much we are going to come back for a slice every year on our anniversary.”

“Overall it is a very good place to play, especially during the week. On the weekends it's not too bad. Because of its location it is not as busy as other places. For a county course the greens and fairways are good and the diner is really good.”

“I come here when Im on my bike or friday around 2:30the food is super clean and tastes amazingIt feels like being at home and among friendsI wish it was a bigger placethank you for doing great”

“From the first day I walked in, you would've thought we were old friends. He makes you feel right at home, always a warm welcome. And his food!!! Always cooked to perfection. Since they say a picture is worth 1000 words, I've included some for your eyes to feast on. Let me just tell you, as pretty as the dish is served, it tastes just as good as it looks or better!! Juan is just a genius! Gracias Don Juan. Siempre quedo Bien llena y contenta!”

“Drove from Stockton just to try them and it did not disappoint. Got fried shrimp, head on Shrimp, crab legs, sausage, mussels, and corn and everything was good.Will definitely be back.Service was great.”

“Very good carnitas tacos and chili rellano burritos. Family owned and run in Altadena-- support local business! It appears that there will soon be an expansion to the dining area (under construction).”

“Great pizza, wonderful staff! Food was ready for pick up on time and delicious, especially love the crust! Online order was a breeze and they have a lot of online specials. Great first try. Will definitely be going back. Highly recommend it!”

“Super great food must try the lamb gyro and the zucchini fries. They have awesome sauce for the lamb gyro and great ranch.Parking: Decent size parking lot.Wheelchair accessibility: The parking lot and the entrance to the restaurant is wheelchair accessible easy to get in and out.”

“I LOVE, love this place. I started coming to look at the old signage and kept coming back because Kim (and most of the other bartenders) were so kind to me a few summers ago when I would come in for the AC, the wifi (RIP), and to pretend that I was the scientist version of Charles Bukowski :) It's so far from a normal bar because there are amazing patio chairs, an uninterrupted view of the mountains abutting Lake Ave, and a historical memory of the Altadena of yesterday. There is also a little lending library (but please don't take the good books home because I like looking at them). I've stopped in there every day at this point so I know which days I'm welcome and which ones still have old holdovers from a time when my kind wouldn't be welcomed in a place like this. I'm just glad that the owners Chis and his wife and the people they've hired don't behave like this. They want you to feel like this is your own little production of "Cheers" where everybody knows your name. As long as you are also respectful and pay your bill. Not sure how much longer I'll be coming here but I wanted to leave a glowing review at some point because I've made some lasting friendships here. Thanks! xx ash P.S. Don't go on Sunday or Wed afternoon (or on Monday if Kim isn't working - she's a protector) if you look and dress like a little skater punk or have loc'd hair, or if you're alone and female embodied, you're better off going next door to ACE (grab a nice seltzer or topo chico and chat with Jacob) or to Unincorporated Coffee Shop/Roasters at the corner of Lincoln & Altadena Drive, until the sun sets then you can head to the Rancho because the crown will change around 5:30/6pm in the Winter. Saturday's get busy but I rarely go on Friday or Sat because I'd rather hang with my actual friends. If you like pool or darts you can do that here. If you want to watch a big game, it's usually on. Most customers are respectful, but there are a lot who are not, so just keep your eyes and ears open if you're alone. Ladies (and some men), get some bear spray or an expandable self-defense baton if you're walking to your car alone after leaving the bar at night. I also have a carbon fibre cross-bow because you never know what people can get up to if they're gooonnne off the Titos. Anyway, I hope Chris lets me design a t-shirt or hoodie for the bar one day!”

“Parking: Street parking is somewhat limited on Lake and the side street just below the restaurant, but after the businesses close in the little strip mall on the side street around 5pm, those spots become unofficially usable.”

“If you've been here, you know. If you haven't, then you need to experience this food.It's the best gelato in the world. End of story.What may not be clear is that basically every other gelato store in the US (and oftentimes, the world) ships its gelato in from a giant factory in Italy. Leo, the owner, finds that product offensive, and makes a point of producing something that is altogether from a different planet.People come from Arizona to get his pistachio gelato. I'm partial to the chocolate and sea salt, myself. But the granitas and sorbets are not to be missed, either.No matter what your tastes (or food allergies), this place has something delicious for you, and you can sample everything.Go here.”

“The quality and size of the burgers improved dramatically! The delivery lady was very polite and respectful and humble in answering my questions regarding how she was paid. I didn't see the tips on the screen until later and I wanted to be sure she was paid fairly. Food much better than remembered, service was great!”