16 Best American Restaurants in Pasadena

“We’ve been coming here for years, and they’ve always been pleasant, fast, and accurate. Their menu is regularly updated, and they also do a good job with all the staples. They have gluten-friendly pizza, too, which allows us to keep coming back. When we dine in, we appreciate the interior which is far more upscale than your typical pizza/pasta joint.Dietary restrictions: Gluten-friendly pizza!“

“Forget Taco Bell, Wendy's, or McDonald's... if you're in the area, stop by Cookie's Kitchen! Everyone was greeted by name as they entered our left. The waitress knew what her guests were drinking and for the most part, knew what they were eating!! I love home town restaurants where everyone knows everyone. This is truly a great place for food, service, and a touch of home!!!!!“

“Went here for my bday and it was my friends first time here. My family loves this restaurant. Wish it was little more bday friendly though.Food was really good, my picky eater child also loved it. Price wasn't bad either. Will probably return sometime soon with my mom & sister.“

“First time eating there and it was fantastic. We had crab dip that was cooked in a wood fired oven. Like crab dip and camping and I had the “steak-in me crazy burger” which was cheesesteak in between 2 burger patties also cooked with a wood fire. Fries were good onion rings were good. Prices were even good.“

“If you plan on eating out in Pasadena, I highly suggest you go to rumor meal. I would also recommend that you get the server mike, he was fantastic very good and very knowledgeable and very funny. The food there was very good. I got a double smash burger by far one of the best burgers I have had at a smaller restaurant pub. They also had a wide selection of different foods and beer and drinks. I suggest you go and check this place out as soon as you can.“

“2 pool tables as far as i saw. Nice small dive bar with a back outdoor area with picnic benches which is nice for smokers or just a new atmosphere. There was live music playing that had the entire bar very excited, they were great and the drinks tasted pretty good... but I'd ask for the same thing every time it came out different each time but i really only went there to play pool so. I'd definitely go back.“

“Is it fine dining? No. But if this is the atmosphere you're looking for, you won't be disappointed. Everything was tasty, prepared well, and food came flying out to the table. Great service from the first step in the door to the last step out. Kudos to the busser that patiently waited for my family to pass by on our exit instead of busting by us with a dirty bin. Very kind server that offered us lots of options and made everything easy.“

“Taylor was amazing!! Gave great recommendations and felt like fast friends by the time we left.The Surf/Turf special was so good, cooked and seasoned perfect, and that garlic butter...WOW! Meatloaf and potatoes was also very, very good. Really worth the visit.“

“I need to rate this in 3 different parts5 stars for the staff, I can’t remember their names but they were absolutely the nicest people ever! Thank you for waiting on me!5 stars for the food! I had the fried spicy green beans with blue cheese dressing and they are fabulous!! I also had the Old Bay wings and I was in heaven! 5 stars for the cook he did an excellent job!Now I went to Alibi’s bar for karaoke night, and it gets 5 stars as well! The KJ was friendly and patient with everyone I didn’t notice him changing the volume for good or bad singers. Yes he made adjustments but it was not noticeable!And lastly 5 stars for the people there, everyone was friendly and accepted a stranger into their local bar!“

“Survice here was amazing and so was our food however the ice cream gets a 2½ stars I had gotten the strawberry shortcake Sunday and it looked amazing however it didn't taste as good as it looked was pretty bland with no flavor could have definitely used better strawberry topping and a more flavorful ice “

“At first I was Mas because I ordered ahead of time, so I wouldn't have to wait in line. Took a half hour to get there. Then waited 35 more minutes for for I ordered ahead of time. After seeing there were only 3 people working and how busy they were. I then understood. It also helped the the food was actually really good. I would definitely order there again and also recommend them. They just need to work or the call ahead orders. Oh yeah. THE ONE GRIPE I DID HAVE WAS WITH THE BAKED BEANS. HOW YOU GONNA TRY TO DRESS UP PORK N BEANS WITH MOLASSES AND BROWN SUGAR? THEY WERE HORRIBLE! ????Parking: In front and on the side restaurantKid-friendliness: Far as I knowWheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“Highly recommended! Sub was great and customer service is even better! The older lady at the cash register was so nice and welcoming. Even the actual owner of the store greeted me, definitely my favorite sub shop! If you never been here before get your sub mikes way!“

“What can I say, we've been coming to Johnny's for 30 years. The service is good the food is awesome and the prices are more than fair. It's probably been in Pasadena since it was founded.Parking: There's ample parking for the number of seats available. If the parking is full then most likely the restaurant is full too.“

“Twain's has some great live music. The staff is generally very friendly. They have a nice selection of food and drink choices. That being said the floor space in front of the stage is small. It's difficult to navigate and very cramped, especially If you have mobility issues. If you enjoy live music and want to be close to stage, without issues, this not the venue. People get drunk, agitated and aggressive in the small space and it ruins the vibe. I've had 6 foot or taller men literally put hands on me, and push me out of the way when there is not space for them several times, to the point of bruising. If the stage area was more welcoming, it would be my goto for live music because the line up is awesome and it's local.“

“I haven’t been to a Green turtle since Towson location 2015 and food was not the best but we went to my wife’s Christmas party here and the food was delicious between the crab dip and pretzels with cheese and the crabdip burger I got we had about 30 people there and the young kid with the glasses was our waiter he did so great handing out drinks food etc I would highly recommend this spot for a great dinner / lunch“

“We had not been to Bob Evan’s for years. We came for an early dinner and were impressed with all aspects of our visit. We were seating quickly and our server Michele was right there for us. Her personalty is great and here service is top notch. The food was very good, served quickly and cooked properly. The atmosphere is also very nice, very peaceful and pleasant. We look forward to many return trips.“