Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in South Pasadena

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

DowntownHollywoodPasadenaSan Fernando ValleySan Gabriel ValleyWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

Neighborhoods

Atwater VillageBurbankDowntownEcho ParkGlendaleHighland Park

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

41 restaurants available nearby

1. Le Grand Pasadena

3.9

Excellent(127)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Pasadena

Booked 16 times today

Embark on a culinary journey like no other at Le Grand, where our Unlimited Tasting Experience lets you savor as many dishes as you’d like for $55 per person. Crafted in smaller, tapas-style portions, this menu is designed to help you explore a wide variety of flavors—from coconut shrimp and four-cheese ravioli to wine-braised brisket, mandarin salmon, and an array of delightful desserts. Our Brunch Menu offers the same unlimited approach for $49 per person, featuring favorites like French toast, avocado bagels, and cheddar bacon scramble, among many others. Pair your feast with our Unlimited Cocktail Experience at $27 per person, or opt for bottomless wines, beers, and mimosas at $25 per person. Enjoy more for less—why settle for just one appetizer and entrée elsewhere when you can treat yourself to unlimited mouthwatering dishes here at Le Grand? Join us in Downtown LA or Pasadena and discover a menu that truly offers something for every palate.

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2. The Raymond Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(3600)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 48 times today

Hello Friends,We look forward to welcoming you to The Raymond 1886. Please make reservations online or by calling the restaurant on 626-441-3136. If you have any special requests please note we will do our very best to accommodate however we cannot guarantee them. We have both outdoor seating in our wonderful patio spaces and indoor tables in the beautiful cottage and bar.Bar 1886 is open Sun-Thursday until 9pm and Friday - Saturday until 11pm. Walk-in welcome! Cheers,The Raymond 1886 Team

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3. The Royce Steak House

4.5

Awesome(1328)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 9 times today

The Royce | Wood-Fired Steakhouse features the finest selection of Prime Cuts, Australian Wagyu, and grass-fed beef, expertly prepared on a wood-fired grill. The menu is accented by fresh seafood and creative, comfortable side dishes.

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4. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

4.6

Exceptional(199)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Pasadena

Booked 36 times today

Agnes Restaurant and Cheesery is a neighborhood oasis that showcases live-fire cooking with seasonal ingredients behind an adorable cheese shop that offers unique and thoughtfully curated artisan cheeses and renowned provisions. With our spaces for large parties, an open kitchen, darling outdoor patio, and a beautiful marketplace, Agnes offers many opportunities for celebrating a wide variety of occasions.The holidays are a wonderful time to discover Agnes with the Cheesery offering several stunning products worth sharing with all of your friends and family. From large format cheese, meat and crudité platters, tinned fish, delicious gifts, freshly baked treats, to our decadent Sides & Pies holiday offerings. Enjoy and relax during the holidays with Agnes catering your parties and family get-togethers. Founded by Chefs Thomas and Vanessa Tilaka Kalb, stop by while exploring the famous Gamble House, Rose Bowl, Castle Green, Huntington Library or strolling through Old Town Pasadena.

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5. The Arbour - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2108)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 23 times today

The Arbour brings rustic elegant dining to the historic Pasadena neighborhood of south Lake Avenue. Paying homage to the extraordinary agricultural bounty of California, The Arbour’s menu showcases relationships with sustainable local farms and purveyors.

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6. Alexander's Steakhouse - Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(2303)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 12 times today

Alexander's Steakhouse Pasadena reimagines the modern American steakhouse with refined Japanese influence woven into the menu. With one of the largest selections of imported and domestic Wagyu, every meal is a captivating experience filled with delightful surprises. From our signature bread service to the playful touch of cotton candy, every detail elevates your dining journey.Enjoy breathtaking views of the beautiful Pasadena City Hall as you dine in our elegant atmosphere. Discover Bull & Barrel, our hidden bar, featuring rare and exotic whiskeys. Wine lovers can explore our renowned program, offering exceptional selections by the glass.As a recipient of OpenTable's Diner's Choice, we invite you to indulge in Wagyu excellence, Japanese-inspired creativity, and impeccable hospitality—making every visit a memorable one.

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7. Fleming's Steakhouse - Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(1480)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 47 times today

Your Pasadena Fleming's is conveniently located on the corner of Marengo and Colorado Boulevard. Fleming's in Pasadena is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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8. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Pasadena, CA | Old Town

4.5

Awesome(1659)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Pasadena

Booked 30 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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9. True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(3218)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Pasadena

Booked 50 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Pasadena for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

10. KAVIAR Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(569)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Pasadena

Booked 7 times today

Upscale Japanese kitchen serving up an exquisite selection of sushi and fusion masterpieces. We are the pinnacle of quality, and the cornerstone of service. Join us and create incredible memories in our peaceful and cozy environment.

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DavidVIP
Los Angeles •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Fantastic that a wonderful place has not only kept its quality, class, exceptional service, ambiance, and character commensurate with its stated ancestry (the original Raymond Hotel) for over 15 years now - it is embodied by the next generation bringing it forward for us all to enjoy! Thank you
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The Raymond RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Pasadena
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4.5
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Davion
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great service and food though slightly overpriced
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Le Grand PasadenaPrice: Moderate• American• Pasadena
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3.9
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kimberlyfVIP
Philadelphia County •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Wonderful brunch!! Service was great and food was excellent.
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Agnes Restaurant & CheeseryPrice: Expensive• American• Pasadena
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4.6
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Gail
Los Angeles •257 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 12, 2025
The Arbour is consistently fabulous. I love introducing friends to this friendly neighborhood eatery!
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The Arbour - PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7
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CyrusVIP
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Must haves: oyster, hamachi crudo and octopus. Our main dish was Japanese wagyu not on the menu; pretty good but cost $$$$$ as predicted. I would order the appetizers again. Service was so good too.
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The Royce Steak HousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Pasadena
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4.5