Restaurants in South Pasadena

“I like this katsu place. We also tried the spicy miso ramen. It was good, but quite spicy, so if you can’t handle spicy food, I think it’s better to choose something else. Expect to wait for a while during dinner time. If you order katsu to-go, they will give you the whole set in a bento box.”

“Nice romantic atmosphere which you can actually hear others talk to you. Deep fried whole catfish is a spectacular dish! Great attentive service by staff.”

“The best Chinese food I had in a long long time. We have been with six, sharing different dishes - a blast. Share the soup! Highly recommended.Thanks for reading my comment. Now, if you are curious enough about my "rating scheme", here's "the moment of truth. I am a music photographer who has traveled the world with the world's greatest musical talents (Michael Jackson, AC/DC, Rolling Stones, and Rammstein, to name a few) for almost 40 years. When being asked "Where do you live" I tended to ask "in hotels". At my peak, I "shot" 250 shows a year. Will say: been there, saw and tasted it, and a lot, as I may say, and much to the dismay of my doctor who is in my back to lose a few pounds. Quite a few, as I may add, which is why my wife and I walk ten thousand steps per day, where- and whenever we can - and explore a lot of new exciting places - places you may oversee when just driving by. While I love to share my experience with others, I am sometimes shocked at how people use their "power of the word" to down-rate amazing places because of minor incidents (in my all-time favorite​ restaurant Le Petit Four on Sunset Plaza the owner was even called a racist as he refused to toast the (free) bread in his packed restaurant - they simply do not offer toasted bread, as no French​ place does, as I may add). Or I just read "Chicken piccata so over-salted I hope the dog enjoys the leftovers tomorrow, I brought home most of the dish." Did they speak to their service? How could the restaurant learn that something was wrong when patrons even have their leftovers​ boxed to take home? As a dog owner,​ I want to take the writer and shake him or her really bad and say "You give over-salted food to your dog? Anyone with a bit of brain understands this is a horrible idea...​ I hope you agree.So If I had a say on this portal, I would offer just to see the ratings of my friends. So I would see what the ratings were by like-minded people. Sadly, I have no say. I try not to compare apples with oranges. A place like this does not correspond to "The Ritz". At first,​ I assume that a restaurant is clean, they do not greet you with a gun - and they deliver whatever they promise. I do not give stars for things that are expected. In my rating scheme, three or more stars are awarded if they actually exceed my expectations. Four, if I am sure I will come back. To achieve five stars, I must be willing to take a detour of thirty minutes or more to go again. Thank you for reading this.”

“Had the Texas prime beef brisket sandwich. I’m from Texas and tastes like home. Definitely check this place out. Will be coming back for sure!!!”

“Walked in for the first time and the staff immediately made me feel at home. Gritty vibe, dark wood, red velvet stage and a pirate ship sculpture. I'll have to come back with some friends just so they can see this place. ?. The food looked and smelled great but I didn't get to try that... yet!”

“They have vegan options …memorable onigiri (rice balls), edamame, pickled veggies, seaweed salad, and temaki (hand rolls). Their vegan onigiri keep me coming back! Soooooo good! The spot in Little Tokyo 123 Astronaut E S Onizuka St, Ste 103, Los Angeles, California 90012. Updated from previous review on 2024-11-08”

“Being French you can trust me when I state this is the Best French Restaurant in Los Angeles County Each and every dishes was succulent, cooked to the perfection. We were served with the most impressive food and the most amazing service experience I ever had. We’ll be back over and over again. Thank to all the impressive professional staff. Chef Bruno and Fabienne extended the French tradition to the perfection”

“Great food. Good place to eat”

“Always good food. Always a good time.”

“The most amazing BLT with avocado that I have ever had! The desserts were to die for and the owners are very friendly and professional. A nice little restaurant that everyone should try!”

“It was a great experience We took our dear granddaughter to celebrate her birthday !!!”

“I'm not usually a fan of Japanese food, but the pork/rice dish I had ( name not remembered) was excellent. Everyone else in our party, including our granddaughters, thoroughly enjoyed their meals as well.”

“the freshest, tastiest meal I've had in awhile, will be a regular!”

“great drinks and food! nice fun and relaxing setting”

“Cool neighborhood coffee spot with chill vibes, a little shop that sells some cool stuff beyond just coffee brewing tools and coffee beans, and some (limited) comfortable seating inside. There is also outside seating which is especially great during nice days. The espresso I got was wonderful, and it’s always appreciated when they’re served with a shot of cold sparkling water.

Vegetarian options: I didn’t see anything that wasn’t non-vegetarian. ??”

“Oh My God!!! This place is a gem! I’ve been going there for the past year and tried about 70% of their products. They never disappoint. All pastries are so fluffy and delicious. I asked the staff about the ingredients they use (I try to avoid palm oil whenever I can). The chef uses French ingredients and no margarine or palm oil. Butter only. If you haven’t been at Berry Opera, you missed out”

“everything because i worked there and i made everything .. everything Is freshly made everyday .. ITS the BEST .. ill back one day”

“Great food, cool decor Cozy.”

“I started dining at Twohey’s in 1977. Today’s visit was nostalgic. I had a wonderful eggs Benedict breakfast. While I didn’t order the hot fudge sundae this time, I will next time for sure. And there will be a next time for sure”

“the food is amazing and the service was excellent, also all of enjoyed the food”

“Hidden gem of a cafe!!Found this place on Yelp when looking for a nearby coffee shop and am so glad I did!I parked on the street (not sure if there is a lot).The employee helping us was really friendly and helpful.I ordered a latte with almond milk and it was delicious!Pricing is reasonable (my latte was under $5).I specifically chose this cafe cause I wanted comfy seating for a good catch up session with a friend. And the chairs here are really comfy and there is even a sofa!It’s decorated really cozy in here and the fact that it shares facilities with a gym, you wouldn’t have noticed much.The upstairs isn’t available (i wanted to try sitting there from yelp) anymore.The bathrooms are sooo nice since it’s shared with the gym. Very modern looking and big sinks.”

“Really like this place! I get their turkey sandwich often and the bread is sooooo good! I also really like their chocolate chip cookies! I have also bought their sourdough loaf and its the best! You can buy the loaf as is or they will slice it for you. Definitely recommend!”

“I LOVE coming here whenever I'm in the area! I got the spicy beef and some spam musubi along with a Thai tea. The spam musubi is to die for, I finished one so quick I was confused where it went ?

The spicy beef was so savory and tasted like home, and the Thai tea tastes legit. They have green tea too which l've had before and is perfect! Sweet but not too sweet.

The owners were super sweet and the ambience is so cute, very Hawaiian themed. I have no complaints at all!?️❤️”

“Best sushi, ever! Style and quality is excellent!”

“Got a strawberry lemonade and the turkey, brie, and fig sandwich. Both were delicious! I got the regular size of the sandwich but it was so good I could have eaten more. Staff was really friendly, place has a nice chill atmosphere.”

“Always a good option, the Santa Barbara Burger is our favorite

Parking: We parked across where rite aid is. I don't know if the habit has its own parking.”

“Just had a breve latte, which was great. Visiting from out of town and came with friends, who love this spot. We sat upstairs and chatted for a bit. Other customers were mostly busy on their laptops, but were also friendly considerate.”

“The Avocado Toast is my favorite”

“Had Mike's breakfast special, and shared a stack of Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with a party of six. It was all delicious. Had an enjoyable time for my birthday brunch. ;)”

“Great food and I was shocked at the affordable prices. I got for for 4 people and it cost only a little above $50, which is insane in this day and era. The Tonkatsu Ramen really was delicious and my family went crazy for the Mushroom Curry.”

“Love all the food and the drinks are great too. Just afraid it will get too busy at lunchtime and no seat for me! :)”

“I write for a music and coffee blog called Crooners In Coffeeshops, in which I interview local musicians at local coffeeshops. My writeup reflects the positive experience that I encountered at Kaldi Coffee on our interview date. Ever wondered where they shot the coffee scenes for films like Lady Bird, Prom Night, The Ugly Truth (AKA my favorite rom-com ever in the entire world) and tv shows like Brothers & Sisters, Parenthood, and most recently Splitting Up Together? Who knew that it was right underneath our noses tucked away in beautiful Pasadena, CA! Kaldi Coffee & Tea certainly has the appeal of the go-to coffeeshop with its weathered brick walls, worn wooden seating arrangements, maintained hardwood flooring, and classic oldies tracks playing in the background. Even with its somewhat infamous reputation in the film and television realm, the food and drink options are reasonably priced. An array of classic coffee and tea options with a seasonal signatures, like the deliciously refreshing honey vanilla latte that I couldn’t help but choose, showcase that they try to cater to every type of customer that rolls in. From the minute you step through the shop’s forest green framed doors, you can just tell that generations of coffee lover have come through here. Plus there is a strong sense of community with local artwork on display, and a bulletin board with notes of local events, offers, listings, etc. tacked to them. If you’re looking for a relaxing spot to spend the day reading, playing music (on their front seating area of course), or are a movie and tv buff looking to visit a place with some history, Kaldi Coffee & Tea is the hidden gem you’ve been looking for.”

“French/Japanese/Chinese style bakery with mini selections of cake slices, creme puff, tiramisu, and variation of other cake flavors.
You can place an order for larger cakes if needed. The place is pretty small. There's not much area to sit down to enjoy the sweets.
I got the matcha chocolate cake, hazelnut tiramisu, and the bear cream puff. All was deliciously good!!
Bear cream puff was generously filled with yummy cream. It was delicate and smooth. So darn good!! Wish I got two instead of one.
The matcha dark chocolate and tiramisu were delightful! It has a richness but lightness to it. You can taste the skill and craft in these desserts.”

“The one on fair oaks a block from Colorado Blvd in Pasadena is small inside but it has seating outside. Employees are always nice.”

“BEST PIZZA IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA”

“my best... PATTY MELT WITH FRIES OR THE RIB EYE STEAK MEAL!! GREAT SERVICE! and the boys like it too !”

“Inspiring tiny french market and café in the heart of South Pasadena.
Their bread and viennoiseries are perfectly baked. Food quality is high.
Lots of parking.”

“Absolutely fabulous food! Wait staff just delightful! We’ll be back!”

“Came in last week after hitting the gym, absolutely craving something refreshing. I got the mango-a-go-go and loved it! The place is lovely and the worker who took my order, Michelle, was super nice and helpful. I'll be back for more!”

“First time going with my daughter. I love it. Fresh bread and the food absolutely fresh I got in love this place ❤️❤️❤️❤️”

“This is a great place to taking cooking classes and pick up new skills. Everyone is super friendly and you get to work with different ingredients you may not normally work with at home. I highly recommend checking out this spot if you’ve been considering taking a cooking class”

“I have done editing and writing with tables and chairs. I have been able to charge my electronic device. The Starbucks Employees in South Pasadena on Arroyo Parkway have been kind gracious courteous exemplary..for a day off on a Saturday sharing with viewers looking into information on the Backbone Trail in the Santa Monica Mountains what better place could there be. the black and white picture is Sandstone Peak aka Mt.Allan in Circle X Ranch”

“Absolutely delicious food. ❤️”

“Delicious desserts, drinks, and food at this smaller yet mighty location of Phoenix! The mixed fruit drink is still amazing and the best thing ever. We got spicy salt chicken wings, chow fun, beef noodle soup, green beans, and a spicy szechuan dumpling dish. All were great, my favorites were the chow fun and chicken wings.

Parking: Same plaza as Ace, starbucks, and other shops”

“Food is outstanding. Been a fan since the late 90's. Their Nabeyaki Udon is the best I have ever eaten. If you want it the way it is served in Japan, ask them to use a fresh, rather than hardboiled, egg. To go food can be frustrating. If they say 30 minutes, figure at least an hour.”

“Carnitas burrito. . .the meat could have been a tad more savory, cooked with more garlic flavoring; great tasting whole beans!
I ordered to go.

Parking: Small parking lot shared with laundromat.”

“Bought their shortbread and melting moments cookies on a whim and couldn’t believe how delicious these treats are!! Warning: seriously addictive! Hide these from your family members!”

“This is cool spot that’s very popular with students. They offer a great variety of treats - you’ll find something you like”

“I have been enjoying Baskin-Robbins for many years since I was very young I can remember my parents take myself and my two brothers enjoying a scoop of ice cream that's bring good memories in my childhood. My wife loves Baskin-Robbins also especially so many flavors to pick and flavor of the month. Every time we go out we always go to a Baskin-Robbins.”

“The food can be hit or miss sometimes… But the last few times we went there in August 2024, my salmon and scallops were very fresh! My kids also enjoyed their tuna. I love that they have quinoa and brown rice option and they are very generous with their portion. I feel that small size (two selections) is more than enough..

It’s quite small with a few tables but most people order to go. If I’m not mistaken, there is always infused water which is very refreshing especially in the summer.

I with they were a little more consistent in the freshness of their food. But, overall, it’s our “go to” when we want something fast but not junk food.”

“easy parking at this location. mobile orders are ready in a timely manner and the staff is extra friendly!”

“staff was great. super friendly!”

“Loving the food here. Been twice now and have been more than satisfied both times. The chicken options are delicious as is the kalua pork ? Macaroni salad is delicious..I love how it's not inundated with mayo. The sauces they offer are great. This definitely is one of my new go to places.”

“I've been coming here for over 20 years. As a kid, I looked forward to going here with family on Saturdays as that's when we would visit. Since money was tight, this was always a special place to visit. After all these years. It still holds a special place in my heart. Food is amazing, as is the service. Check it out if you want some delicious food.”

“Really fresh, healthy food and a very friendly staff.”