Best kept secret in Pasadena. Call to get on their reservation list. The best food I have ever had in apasadena, hands down. Authentic Spanish style eveything!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Branzino, Potatoes, Tuna Carpaccio, Tortilla Española, Almond Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream, Paella Del Mar, Seleccion De Quesos, Tarta De Santiago, Burrata Salad, Pan, Jamon Iberico De Bellota, Seafood, Charcuterie, Seafood Paella
Yvonne Mejia
This was easily one of the best seafood paellas I’ve tried (I have tried various in Spain as well!). Sangria was delicious as well, not overly sweet which is how we prefer it. Service was impeccable, we are excited to return to this gem in Pasadena.
Sean Bredbenner
Everything is great but I’d give an extra start for service if possible. Great food & great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
hairbylaalba
Love it ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nikoli H
Not worth it!! Completely over priced. There are far too many other options, save your money and don't waste your time.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Paella Del Mar
Richard R
Delicious authentic Spanish
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elina
Dose Besos offers a cute ambiance, but their reservation system needs revamping as it's complex for a small dining place. The seafood paellas, octopus with potatoes were not a favorite, but the mushroom in truffle cream was amazing. The food and cocktail menu lack elevation for the size and exclusivity of the restaurant, resulting in a less-than-5-star service. The vibe from the neighboring restaurant with live music was more welcoming for outdoor dining. Overall, it's an average experience and not particularly memorable for a return visit. Perfect for a weekday dinner, but not ideal for special celebrations.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Lina T.
I really wanted to like this place more than I actually did. The atmosphere was great, very romantic.We started with the octopus and meatballs. For the octopus, it was cooked perfectly, very soft. However the seasoning was very uneven. Some bites were REAL salty and other bites were bland. There was a bit too much olive oil for my liking as well. For the meatballs, I actually would highly recommend. They were perfectly seasoned and the sauce was sooo good. The bread was good with this dish.Now for the star - seafood paella. At $60, it just simply wasn't worth it. If you were hungry and didn't order anything else, it would only feed one person. I think you'd be able to find better in LA.The almond cake with ice cream was a nice dessert. It was a good way to end the meal. Overall I'd rate it between 3-3.5 stars because I wouldn't be opposed to going back. However, I don't think I'd be back anytime soon though.
Greg M.
Hands down one of the best restaurants in Pasadena. The food is so good I am a regular. I have tried just about the entire menu everything is delicious. The seafood paella and salmon must be experienced. The servers are friendly and efficient and the atmosphere is fun and pleasant. There is no other Spanish restaurant for me and my wife.
Evelyn Dieppa
I lived in Spain for 5 years and it’s very hard to find great Spanish food in the states. Finally! Dos besos is special. The quality of the food is excellent. I had the sea bass (Lubina) and it was nothing short of spectacular! We also had the gambas al ajillo (something so popular to order in Spain as appetizer) and it was delicious. We also got the tarta de Santiago for desert and it was so delicious with ice cream on top. I would highly recommend and I will be back to try everything else on the menu, including going one day for lunch to have a paella!
Cons-paella quality has gone way down-super expensive -service has also gone down-used to be my go to Spanish spot but no longer
Darlene Y.
Lovely restaurant! Small indoor/ outdoor area for dining. Came with a small group and was able to share quite a few dishes that are a must try. PATATAS BRAVAS, ALBONDIGAS A LA ESPANOLA, TABLA DE EMBUTIDOS ESPANOLES, BURRATA CON TRUFA NEGRA, any of their JAMON options. For dessert we loved the HELADO DE TARTUFO, and the TARTA DE SANTIAGO. Server was lovely and very attentive. I'm definitely coming back! ENJOY! PS: There is a parking structure called "Holly Street Garage" right at the corner of Arroyo Parkway and Union Street.
dada castro
The food we ordered were all so tasty and tasted like the ones we had when we were in Spain. We had the sizzling shrimps, truffle cream mushrooms and the seafood paella.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Paella
Catherine Lamb
Everything was absolutely delicious, staff was fast and ready to serve and make every table feel special. The food was amazing, we had the salmon and the lamb. The salmon melts in your mouth and tastes so fresh! The lamb was absolutely amazing and tasted so robust. The owner Alejandro is very personable and great to his customers. I will definitely be back again for my next special occasion.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Paella
Syril Tan
All of the food we ordered were tasty! They all tasted good but the standouts/favorites would be the pulpo, queso de bufala and paella negra. The pacing for when the dishes came out was just right as well. Vibe was good and service was great too considering we were seated at the far end of their outdoor area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Squid Ink Paella, Pulpo a La Gallega, Burrata Salad
Best kept secret in Pasadena. Call to get on their reservation list. The best food I have ever had in apasadena, hands down. Authentic Spanish style eveything!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Branzino, Potatoes, Tuna Carpaccio, Tortilla Española, Almond Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream, Paella Del Mar, Seleccion De Quesos, Tarta De Santiago, Burrata Salad, Pan, Jamon Iberico De Bellota, Seafood, Charcuterie, Seafood Paella
This was easily one of the best seafood paellas I’ve tried (I have tried various in Spain as well!). Sangria was delicious as well, not overly sweet which is how we prefer it. Service was impeccable, we are excited to return to this gem in Pasadena.
Everything is great but I’d give an extra start for service if possible. Great food & great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love it ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not worth it!! Completely over priced. There are far too many other options, save your money and don't waste your time.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Paella Del Mar
Delicious authentic Spanish
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dose Besos offers a cute ambiance, but their reservation system needs revamping as it's complex for a small dining place. The seafood paellas, octopus with potatoes were not a favorite, but the mushroom in truffle cream was amazing. The food and cocktail menu lack elevation for the size and exclusivity of the restaurant, resulting in a less-than-5-star service. The vibe from the neighboring restaurant with live music was more welcoming for outdoor dining. Overall, it's an average experience and not particularly memorable for a return visit. Perfect for a weekday dinner, but not ideal for special celebrations.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
I really wanted to like this place more than I actually did. The atmosphere was great, very romantic.We started with the octopus and meatballs. For the octopus, it was cooked perfectly, very soft. However the seasoning was very uneven. Some bites were REAL salty and other bites were bland. There was a bit too much olive oil for my liking as well. For the meatballs, I actually would highly recommend. They were perfectly seasoned and the sauce was sooo good. The bread was good with this dish.Now for the star - seafood paella. At $60, it just simply wasn't worth it. If you were hungry and didn't order anything else, it would only feed one person. I think you'd be able to find better in LA.The almond cake with ice cream was a nice dessert. It was a good way to end the meal. Overall I'd rate it between 3-3.5 stars because I wouldn't be opposed to going back. However, I don't think I'd be back anytime soon though.
Hands down one of the best restaurants in Pasadena. The food is so good I am a regular. I have tried just about the entire menu everything is delicious. The seafood paella and salmon must be experienced. The servers are friendly and efficient and the atmosphere is fun and pleasant. There is no other Spanish restaurant for me and my wife.
I lived in Spain for 5 years and it’s very hard to find great Spanish food in the states. Finally! Dos besos is special. The quality of the food is excellent. I had the sea bass (Lubina) and it was nothing short of spectacular! We also had the gambas al ajillo (something so popular to order in Spain as appetizer) and it was delicious. We also got the tarta de Santiago for desert and it was so delicious with ice cream on top. I would highly recommend and I will be back to try everything else on the menu, including going one day for lunch to have a paella!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tarta De Santiago
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Cons-paella quality has gone way down-super expensive -service has also gone down-used to be my go to Spanish spot but no longer
Lovely restaurant! Small indoor/ outdoor area for dining. Came with a small group and was able to share quite a few dishes that are a must try. PATATAS BRAVAS, ALBONDIGAS A LA ESPANOLA, TABLA DE EMBUTIDOS ESPANOLES, BURRATA CON TRUFA NEGRA, any of their JAMON options. For dessert we loved the HELADO DE TARTUFO, and the TARTA DE SANTIAGO. Server was lovely and very attentive. I'm definitely coming back! ENJOY! PS: There is a parking structure called "Holly Street Garage" right at the corner of Arroyo Parkway and Union Street.
The food we ordered were all so tasty and tasted like the ones we had when we were in Spain. We had the sizzling shrimps, truffle cream mushrooms and the seafood paella.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Paella
Everything was absolutely delicious, staff was fast and ready to serve and make every table feel special. The food was amazing, we had the salmon and the lamb. The salmon melts in your mouth and tastes so fresh! The lamb was absolutely amazing and tasted so robust. The owner Alejandro is very personable and great to his customers. I will definitely be back again for my next special occasion.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Paella
All of the food we ordered were tasty! They all tasted good but the standouts/favorites would be the pulpo, queso de bufala and paella negra. The pacing for when the dishes came out was just right as well. Vibe was good and service was great too considering we were seated at the far end of their outdoor area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Squid Ink Paella, Pulpo a La Gallega, Burrata Salad