Gozen Shun Pasadena

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About Gozen Shun Pasadena

Gozen Shun Pasadena is a Japanese restaurant that serves home-style dishes, including kushikatsu with a lighter batter and more panko crust. Located across from Trader Joe's on the corner of Lake and Cordova, it can be challenging to find parking, but there is a free parking area nearby. The restaurant can get crowded, so reservations are recommended.

The menu offers curry, udon, and gozen sets. The curry udon with chicken is $21 and comes with a soft-boiled egg. The chicken in the curry udon is breast meat and can be a bit dry, but the curry flavor and chewiness of the udon are enjoyable. The gozen sets, which come with a protein, poached egg, and side dishes, are around $26 and are a popular choice. The protein options include chicken and cod, both cooked well. The poached egg is a highlight of the meal.

Recently, the restaurant has changed its menu and format multiple times, which can make visiting confusing for regulars. However, the chef has talent, and there is some good food here. Many customers appreciated the high-quality ingredients and beautiful presentation of dishes like eel bento, salmon bento, and pork loin bento. Sides such as kara age chicken with a lemony flavor and sushi dog stuffed with salmon and cream cheese are highly recommended. The bento boxes are attractively made and convenient, especially for takeout.

Service is friendly and efficient, and while dessert is available, it is not highly recommended. The meal can be on the pricier side, but the quality of the food is good. Customers often suggest skipping sashimi due to its high price for the portion size. Overall, Gozen Shun Pasadena is a solid choice for those seeking a healthy and authentic Japanese meal.