7 Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in South Pasadena

7 restaurants available nearby

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1. Aro Latin

4.1

Excellent(22)

Price: Moderate

• South American • South Pasadena

Aro Latin is a contemporary restaurant that serves authentic Pan-Latin cuisine and curated handcrafted cocktails.

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2. The Kitchen Italian Cafe and Pizzeria

4.5

Awesome(132)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 1 time today

Come to The Kitchen Italian Cafe and Pizzeria for New York, Sicilian or Chicago style deep-dish pizza. We also offer authentic entrées, pastas, salads, calzones and sandwiches. We specialize in a wide variety of Italian delicacies for lunch as well as dinner. Our clients especially love our Pastas and Pizzas just to name a few. What's more, we serve you with everything cooked in-house.We accept reservations for parties of 6 or less. If you would like to make a larger reservation, please call the restaurant directly.

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3. Katsuya - L.A. Live

4.4

Awesome(2824)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

Katsuya is the Los Angeles Times Readers’ Choice "Best Sushi Restaurant" in Southern California and one of OpenTable's "50 Hottest Restaurants in the U.S." Featuring the dynamic pairing of Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi and design impresario Philippe Starck, Katsuya by Starck is truly a feast for the senses. With specialty cocktails, unique rolls and spectacular sushi and sashimi platters, Chef Uechi skillfully translates Japanese flavors to the American palate. Signature dishes include Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna, Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño and Miso-Marinated Black Cod. With superb talent and exacting precision, Katsuya by Starck is changing the face of Japanese cuisine.

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4. THERE THERE at W Hollywood

4.0

Excellent(157)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Hollywood

Booked 1 time today

THERE THERE is a vibrant culinary and social destination at W Hollywood, serving bold Latin-Asian fusion in the heart of LA. Rooted in the spirit of the Modern Angeleno, our menu celebrates the city’s diverse cultural influences with craveable dishes and unexpected pairings—from tartare tacos to crispy nuggets with optional caviar. The vibe turns up with live music or DJs every Thursday through Saturday, making it the perfect spot to eat, sip, and lounge without the fuss—just fun.

5. Savoca

4.6

Exceptional(212)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

Savoca serving a fresh take on Italian American style cuisine made with regionally sourced ingredients.Reservations strongly encouraged.20% staff charge will be added to parties of 6 or more.

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6. Hill Street Bar & Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(144)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

Set in the Historical Core of Downtown Los Angeles, Hill Street Bar and Restaurant offers modern American cuisine with a dash of left-of-Little-Tokyo. The Urli Bird Coffee Counter opens at 7:30 am, providing house-roasted beans and a selection of pastries, while regular restaurant service begins at 11:30. A popular lunch and early dinner destination, we are close to city court houses, the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, the Ahmanson, and the Broad and Contemporary Art museums. Prefer a cocktail? Our bar is carefully curated, fully stocked, and always friendly!We readily accept inquiries for private events and gatherings, and off-site catering needs. Our goal at 2nd and Hill is to be your one-stop-shop!

7. Traxx

4.2

Awesome(16)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Traxx Restaurant and Traxx Bar are located inside beautiful, historic Union Station in Downtown Los Angeles. We are a semi-fine dining restaurant with a casual attitude and relaxed atmosphere. Our restaurant serves scratch made American Bistro dishes using local a local bakery and local ingredients. We offer seating on our concourse (located in front of the restaurant inside Union Station), the Dining Room, and on our outside Patio in the courtyard. We also serve Traxx Bar, located across the concourse inside Union Station at the main entrance. Traxx Bar hours are M-F 11:30-10pm with kitchen hours until 8pm and Sat & Sun 12-10pm with kitchen hours until 7pm.

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7 restaurants available nearby

1. Aro Latin

2. The Kitchen Italian Cafe and Pizzeria

3. Katsuya - L.A. Live

4. THERE THERE at W Hollywood

5. Savoca

6. Hill Street Bar & Restaurant

7. Traxx

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