34 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Pasadena

“This place is fun. The gyros are piled full of meat. I have visited twice now. The people are nice and the place is clean. The only odd thing is that my fries tasted like fish. I noticed that they offer fish and chips, so you might want to keep the fries and fish in separate deep fryers.“

“Don’t shoot the messenger, but there’s no need to wait in line at In-N-Out ever again. Come to the Smash House. Great burgers, actually, flawless burgers, and five dollar Draft Modelo’s.Parking: Pull in market alley and park behind the cleaners. They share spots with smash house.“

“Lucky Boy in Pasadena is my ultimate go-to for an unbeatable breakfast burrito experience. The portions are generous, and the flavors are unparalleled. I always opt for the bacon burrito with grilled onions, and it never disappoints. Even after 15 years of patronage, the quality remains consistently excellent. While it’s a bit on the pricier side for a burrito, the size makes it perfect for sharing or enjoying as two separate meals. Plus, their chili cheese fries are to die for! The drive from Santa Clarita is totally worth it for this culinary delight. With options like sausage, bacon, chorizo, or veggie, there’s something for everyone at Lucky Boy. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Lucky Boy is a must-visit spot for breakfast aficionados.“

“Been here many times while living in E Pasadena. Moved away in 2018 and came back for the first time today. Quality of food always been consistent for me. Had the breakfast plate which is not hard to mess up. Potatoes perfectly seasoned. Only negative is the gal who rang me up at 7am…no greeting, no smile, sappy face, attitude. Never seen her before…ticket said “Manager,” on it. I hope not as she’s setting the standard there.“

“Take a step back in time at this classic In n Out, this is currently the oldest operating restaurant still in service, opening in 1952, this shows you how they used to be, although no indoor dining and just two single restrooms outside, with twin drive thru and a walk up window and a few tables to eat outside, definitely a place to eat in Pasadena.“

“This place has a really good pastrami sandwich. They have special sodas you don't see often, and the sandwiches are always fat. I ordered a small fry and a small onion ring, and they were huge. The fries weren't too brag worthy, but the onion rings were crisp and delicious.“

“Ok, I hadn't been here in years. To my surprise they are are still great. Burgers come with chopped lettuce, and you can ask for whole leaf. Get the fries with out salt and salt them yourself. They're pastrami is just as good as Lucky Boys or Tops.“

“Chicken is delicious, and the sides are very good portion. The parking, however, is a nightmare.Also, the place needs renovating. The inside seating area area looks run down and old.However their food is very good and for that reason this place is a must visit.“

“The food was awesome! They also had these little video games that you could play while you wait and they were kinda confusing but really fun. Come here for a great dessert!Vegetarian options: Everything is vegetarian except the chicken nuggets!Kid-friendliness: All the video games and vibe.“

“This little place was such a vibe! The man working was so sweet and it was truly just a “feel good” homey atmosphere. && the FOOD?! 10/10 . This man made one hell of a sandwich ?I will definitely be coming back to this place! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I love Shake Shack and this locale is one of my favorites. Clean, friendly, very chill. And how can you go wrong with the best fast food around?! Today Edsel the friendly staffer hooked me up with the double veggie burger, fries and frozen hot cocoa shake -- a perfect meal that kept me full and happy all day (literally). The best.“

“Extremely clean, fast service, most importantly great food that I can see being put together in front of me. I like seeing my food made in front of me. Try it, trust me it’s worth it. Try the chicken or pork with lavash. Or the bread they’re both amazing“

“I don't understand why people goto other eateries...Carl's Jr is the only establishment that cooks meat proper...with fire? It's having my favorite BBQ food, burgers...but better, since their super efficient staff like Teresa and Issac, take care of all the non-yummy aspects of a delicious lunch. I get all the goodies and none of the hassle. Kudos to Carl's, keep up the great work!“

“A nice quiet spot for a quick bite. This is a regular spot for me as I live very close by. The food is reasonably priced with huge portion sizes, so much so that I am never able to finish my food and always have leftovers. The staff is friendly and the service is fairly quick. Food is always fresh and tasty. Would recommend.“

“I ordered through the app and went through the drive thru for pick up. I got there early and the manager was super efficient and had the food out earlier than expected. In the brief time of picking up the food, the manager was professional and friendly. This Carl’s Jr. location definitely outshines the other nearby locations.“

“I'd like to give a 5. However, like a couple reviewshave stated, this location really skimps on the amount of protein they give you, and the salmon was very overcooked. That said, I'm giving a 4 anyway because the customer service was excellent and staff is very friendly. Also, this location was very clean. But bruh, can a get more than 2 ounces of salmon next time, and not cooked like carne asada?“

“Solid teriyaki spot. The teriyaki and curry options are all delicious. Try the ABC burger with Swiss cheese. It's amazing!Been coming here for probably 20 years or more. Unfortunately I don't live in the area any longer but any time I happen to be in the area this is one of my go to spots.“

“I've come here many times. Every time the servings are huge! I love it. They also have TV's here to watch sports on because of the Hoots Wings that is inside of their dining room. Convenient way to get both your pizza and wing fix. Could be a five star but the team just seems so apathetic and like they don't wanna be there. They work quick but take no time to engage with the guest. In addition, the kitchen had about 6-7 staff and the dining room had no one attending to it so the benches and tables were dirty and chairs weren't pushed in and in the way of the walk ways.“

“I love Chick-fil-A and usually go to the one near PCC. I stopped by this one because I was closer to it.I did the drive thru and their ordering system through their workers is very efficient. Excellent customer service and I ordered a spicy chicken deluxe in a lettuce wrap with waffle fries. The Chick-fil-A sauce is always a must and overall the meal was excellent.I’d definitely come back here again for all my Chick-fil-A needs.***Update***Customer service by Blain was excellent, probably one of my favorite Chick-fil-A spots!“

“This is the nicest, most modern, and largest Panda Express's I've ever been to. Fast service. Food, as always, is fresh and hot. The only thing that disappointed me was apparently they no longer offer the cream cheese rangoons, at least at this location.“

“The people that work at this Taco Bell are so nice! The lady that is at the drive thru always has a smile on her face and always nice! So refreshing to see at a fast food place. The food is always good here too! Only downfall is if you wanna eat there, they only have 2 tables.Parking: They have like 5 parking spots but everyone does drive thru here“

“I just had to share my recent experience at this Chick-fil-A. On April 6, 2024, I accidentally left my bag, containing my wallet, at this particular location. When I realized, I called them immediately and thankfully, they had it. Since I couldn't retrieve it during the week and I live far away, they kindly agreed to hold onto it for me.On Monday, they not only confirmed they still had my bag but also offered to ship it to me! A generous employee even took the time to go to the post office. The restaurant was most likely going to cover the costs for my shipping by I insisted on covering the shipping costs since I needed my bag ASAP (I got overnight shipping). The employee took a picture of the receipt with the tracking information so I could keep track of the package.Today, April 9, I received my bag, wallet, and everything else intact! I'm immensely grateful for the exceptional service and kindness shown by the Chick-fil-A team. Their willingness to go the extra mile made all the difference. Huge thanks to them for their outstanding assistance inside and outside the restaurant!“

“Only thing more wonderful than their tasty entrees, The crew and specifically Linda came through for us in a huge way... Holding on to our lost car key fob, which are ridiculously cost prohibitive. i.e We dropped our key during the torrential downpour on Monday Feb 5th 2024. Having exhausted all possibilities in a 24 hour period, we gave one last grasp of hope by walking into Linda's store, and after inquiring of the key, Linda reached in to her magic drawer, and pulled our out Key.... Super Thank You Linda.“

“Their chili cheese fries are so good, Tommy’s chili has nothing on this place! Their menu selection is great too! Love coming here on my cheat days totally worth it!Parking: Parking is safe and easy to access.Kid-friendliness: High chairs for the kids“

“I got the original fat burger the burger was juicy nice Christina outside of the burger could do it did with more seasoning the lettuce was nice pickles were great tomatoes would've been nice to have fresher tomatoes but we're OK overall taste excellent burger really impressed way better than the first time I ever ate fat burger the onion rings were on fire crispy nice and fresh and the inside of the building was clean Nisen and organize service was great people were really nice and just had a great overall experience“

“The food was delicious. I do wish there were a bit more portions for the dinner portions on the emperor steak. My family just finished attending the 54 halloween shows from the pasadena convention center. The service was okay. The waiter took forever to get our appetizer and it came during when our food was already there. The ambiance was good and clean.“

“Good help but short handed. Had to wait longer than should have to order and same to receive my order to leave.Parking: Eighteen parking spots but numerous other businesses share the parking lot.Kid-friendliness: Yes.Wheelchair accessibility: Yes.“

“I got chicken mole enchiladas ? w/lots of mole sauce so I can put mole on my rice. My friend got chorizo & egg burrito. My Friend said that it was great. Both of us gave the waitress back empty plates. Chips & salsa was good to. Spicy, but not blaring hot. Great restaurant ?!“

“Shoutout to the employees at Five Guys Pasadena on Lake. Just wanted to praise the employees for being the upstanding and professional people they are. Dropped my wallet full of cash there last night. Went home and didn’t realize til this morning that I didn’t have it in my pocket… Long story short, they found it in the dining area, locked it up overnight,and it was there safe and sound when I called the next morning. Praise God, and praise the young lady who found it and kept it safe. I’m certainly no influencer, but If you are in Pasadena and nearby, please consider giving them some business. Food always comes out quick there and the staff is always friendly!“

“I've been wanting to try this restaurant for a long time now and glad I finally did. As a local Pasadena restaurant I've seen many businesses at this location change many times. So far this restaurant has been doing well since covid. Food: double cheeseburger bao: it came with fries. The bread was super soft and fluffy. The burger was surprisingly juicy and delicious. The fries were on the skinnier side. I would prefer either thicker fried or tater tots. Sui Mai and hargow(shrimp dumplings)Sui Mar and hargow was fresh and delicious. It wasn't salty it's definitely the same if not better than going to downtown Chinatown. This was a lot closer and good to know that I can get dim sum until 9pmIce tea:Was fresh and cold. Not too sweet and not water down.Restaurant:We went here around 730pm and literally there was one person here eating which I prefer peace and quiet. I actually took my family and baby here. They're normally busy and most of their orders are from grub hub or other online food services.Parking: I came here after 6p there plenty of parking which is an outside parking lot shared by Teddy's tacos and subway. During the daytime it's a limited parking time of 40mins. The majority of people that eat here during the daytime are PCC students.Overall experience:I highly recommend giving them a try. If you like dim sum and burgers this is the place to go to“

“Pizzas are all allowed to customize by your own tastes. It contains lots of different choices, and pizzas won’t make you feel too greasy. This time I chose curbside to get the pizzas, but even I received the text and also pressed the reply button shown him I’m already there, they still didn’t notice me and make me felt like they doesn’t care the response from their system. Moreover, I got out the car and waved my hands, they still ignored me. I had to park my car and went into the front desk for picking up my pizza by myself in the end.“

“Came here for dinner tonight and I must say Angel was a SUPERSTAR. Not only was he working by himself, but he was cool, calm and collected in such a stressful situation. I really didn’t understand why he was by himself during a dinner time rush, but the fact that he’s STILL A TRAINEE… I was shocked. I’ve honestly never come across a better employee at Subway! Let’s just say he was so good that I never thought I would leave a review for Subway…“

“If your a fan of food that is not fatty and fried and not overly expensive, this place is still a good option. As with all food, prices have gone up and size down, but they do a good job keeping things fresh and as flavorful, with the sauces, as you prefer. They no longer allow you to get your own sauses but just ask if you want more.“

“After a great evening spent with family on float row on New year's eve we were hungry. So we found this Jack in the box drive thru open. Curly fries ( always a must), A bacon jumbo jack, a couple orders of TACOS and sodas later, we were happy campers. There was very little to no wait time and the food was hot and fresh. Nothing was greasy or looked rushed together. I appreciate the workers working on the holiday and their amazing attitudes. The guy at the drive thru was so nice. He offered us our condiments and if there was anything else we needed. He listened to our small talk/laughs. Definitely a nice way into 2024 considering it was 1:30am. Thank you!Ps.. sorry I don't have any pictures. We were so hungry, we just ate with happy tummies“