Malbec - Pasadena

Name: Malbec - Pasadena
Address: 1001 E. Green Street, Pasadena, CA, United States, 91106
Telephone: (626) 683-0550
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1288 Reviews

$30 and under

Argentinean

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Please note, our outdoor seating is first come first serve. If you have a reservation through OpenTable, you will be seated, however please allow a few extra minutes to ensure that we can properly sanitize your table.

Argentina is world famous for its cuisine. From homemade salads, pastas and fish to an abundant selection of our signature grilled meats, Malbec Argentinean Bistro brings you the best authentic cuisine prepared on our genuine Argentinean grill.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 23, 2022

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Argentinean, Steakhouse, Italian
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(626) 683-0550
Website
http://malbeccuisine.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive chef
Pablo Alcorta
Catering
No matter the size of the event or the occasion, our delicious, authentic Argentine cuisine is sure to be a hit. Perfect for everything from full service for extravagant weddings to simple appetizers to help make that office meeting a little more bearable, Malbec catering ensures that your event will stand out from the rest.
Private party facilities
We have private rooms at all our locations that are perfect for birthday parties, graduations, end of the year celebrations, or anything you have in mind We will work with you to tailor your event and exceed all your expectations.
Private party contact
Kati Pusch: (626) 683-0550

Location
1001 E. Green Street Pasadena, CA 91106
Neighborhood
Pasadena
Cross street
Green Street and Catalina Street
Parking details
Call for other parking options.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Live Music Saturdays - Malbec Patio
Mar 12 - Jul 31, 2022
Sat - 4:00 PM - 10:15 PM
Come join us for a beautiful evening of delicious food created by culinary chef Pablo Alcorta, a great wine list and music under the stars. EVERY Saturday! 6:15pm- 9pm. RSVP today.

Popular dishes

Sopa de Estacion
Seasonal special soup
- Bowl$9.00
Duo de Empanadas (Choice of Two)$12.00
Beef | spinach & cheese | corn & queso fresco | chicken | ham & provolone | spicy beef
Polenta con Estofado$16.00
Creamy polenta mascarpone | Braised skirt steak stew | wild mushrooms
Burrata$17.00
Creamy fresh mozzarella | prosciutto | baby frisse | roasted beets & pears | toasted almonds | grain mustard vinaigrette & balsamic glaze
Pulpo$17.00
Grilled octopus | aji Amarillo aioli | steam potatoes | extra virgin olive oil | parsley | smoked paprika
Tuna Tartare$17.00
Ahi tuna sushi grade | avocado | red onions | balsamic | toasts
Provoleta$15.00
Melted Argentinean provolone cheese | grilled piquillo peppers | crispy prosciutto | chives | ciabatta toast
Frito Mixto$19.00
Lightly fried calamari | shrimp | mushrooms | piquillo & tartar sauce
Carpaccio de Lomo$17.00
Thin sliced beef tenderloin | arugula | shaved parmesan cheese | capers | red onions | avocado | lemon & extra virgin olive oil vinaigrette
Mollejas a la Parrilla$19.00
Grilled veal sweetbreads | salsa criolla | avocado, red onions & tomato salad
Tabla de Chorizos
Argentinean chorizo | Red Argentinean chorizo | Thin "parrillera" sausage | Morcilla | cannellini bean salad. Choice:
- Two$14.00
- Three$18.00
- Four$24.00

Salads

Add 8 oz free range chicken breast $9 | 5oz skirt steak $13 | 4 oz salmon $9 | 6 oz shrimp $11

Malbec$14.00
Organic romaine hearts | radicchio | goat cheese | avocado | cucumbers | frisse | crouton | goat cheese | creamy anchovies dressing
Remolachas y Peras$15.00
Wild arugula | golden & red beets | roasted pears | toasted almonds | blue cheese | grain mustard red wine vinaigrette
Ensalada de la Casa$14.00
Organic mixed greens | carrots | celery | cherry tomato | corn | ricotta salata | balsamic vinaigrette
Espinaca y Hongos$15.00
Organic baby spinach | red onions | toasted walnuts | green apple | crimini mushrooms | bacon | tomato | feta cheese | warm grain mustard dressing

Homemade Pastas & Rice

Ravioles de Espinaca$23.00
Stuffed spinach & ricotta ravioli | fresh tomato | basil | light tomato sauce | ricotta salata
Ravioles Scarparo$24.00
Stuffed spinach ravioli & ricotta | bacon | fresh tomato | scallions | cream
Sorrentinos$24.00
Stuffed round pasta, imported ham, smoked mozzarella, asparagus | mixed mushrooms | light pink sauce
Espaguetis Boloñesa$23.00
Flat thin long pasta | beef Bolognese sauce | wild mushrooms
Tagliolini Golfo Nuevo$29.00
Thin egg & squid ink pasta | scallops | calamari | octopus | shrimp | tomato | saffron | white wine | garlic | mussels
Duo de Canelones$22.00
one crepe stuffed with braised beef | one crepe stuffed with spinach and ricotta l béchamel & fresh tomato sauce
Fetucchines con Salmon$24.00
Thin long pasta | salmon | spicy Calabria peppers | zucchini | capers | kalamata olives | garlic | tomato sauce
Ñoquis Mar y Tierra$26.00
Potato dumpling | truffle manchego cheese fondue | grilled chicken breast | shrimp | black truffle duxelle | green peas | au gratin
Risotto de Kabocha$25.00
Arborio rice | Kabocha squash | pinenuts | burrata cheese | fried sage & garnish
Trofie, Ragu & Caracu$26.00
Short twisted pasta | shredded braised short ribs stew | bone marrow | carrots & green beans
Arroz con Mariscos
Saffron rice | scallops | calamari | grilled octopus | shrimp | tomato | saffron | white wine | garlic | mussels
- One Person$32.00
- Two Persons$62.00

Mains

All served with choice of two: roasted potatoes, sweet potato puree, sautéed seasonal vegetables or sautéed spinach

Salmon con Salsa Verde$31.00
8 oz. Grilled natural salmon | olives, parsley, cilantro salsa & anchovies sauce
Lenguado al Limon y Alcaparras$25.00
10 oz. Flat grilled Pacific sole | lemon-caper sauce
Pollo a las Hierbas$25.00
12 oz Half flat grilled free range chicken | herbs & lemon marinade
Napolitana de Lomo$26.00
Breaded pounded natural beef tenderloin steak | tomato sauce | ham | melted cheese | oregano
Suprema Florentina$26.00
Breaded pounded natural chicken breast | creamed spinach | smoked moozarella
Costillas de Cordero$36.00
12 oz. Pan roasted rack of lamb | Madeira & porcini sauce
Entraña al Chimichurri$42.00
10 oz. USDA Grill skirt steak | chimichurri norteño
Pesca del Dia
Fish of the day. Ask your server for today's fish
- M.P

From Our Wood Fired Grill

High Quality All Natural Meats + No Artificial Ingredients + No Added Hormones + 21 Days Wet Aged. All steaks served with three sauces: chimichurri norteño | salsa criolla | salsa mia

Entraña Argentina$55.00
20 oz. Premium Argentinean grass feed Skirt steak
Ojo de Bife$46.00
16 oz. USDA Rib Eye steak
Bife de Chorizo$40.00
16 oz. USDA New York steak
Asado de Tira$29.00
20 oz. USDA short ribs steak
Lomo$41.00
8 oz. USDA center cut beef tenderloin steak + 3 oz. applewood bacon
Caracu$19.00
4 ea. Bone marrow + grilled rustic flat bread + salsa verde
Tabla Mixta
Choose any 2 cuts from the above | sliced on a skillet | family style | great for sharing. Add to the tabla mixta any kind of chorizo $5 | grilled shrimp $11 | veal sweetbread $12

Special Sauces

Add any for $5

Madeira
Madeira wine & veal demiglase
Pimienta Verde
Creamy green peppercorn
Salsa Argentina
Malbec wine reduction | caramelized pearl onions | wild mushrooms
Piquillo
Spanish pepper & roasted garlic
Gorgonzola
Oyster mushrooms | caramelized onions | gorgonzola cheese
Salsa Diabla
Spicy calabria pepper & lemon

Side Orders

Papas Provenzal$10.00
French fries | garlic & parsley
Bruselas con Bacon$11.00
Sautéed Brussels sprouts | applewood bacon
Vegetales de Estación$10.00
Sautéed or Steamed seasonal vegetables
Pure de Batata$10.00
sweet potatoes puree | goat cheese
Papas al Horno$11.00
Yukon gold roasted potatoes
Polenta Gorgonzola$11.00
Creamy polenta mascarpone mushrooms, onions & gorgonzola au gratin
Vegetales la Parrilla$11.00
Grilled vegetables
Esparragos Grillados$12.00
Grilled asparagus | hardboiled eggs vinaigrette
Hongos Provenzal$13.00
Mushrooms | garlic | parsley | white wine
Arroz al Azafran$9.00
Saffron rice | green peas carrots | peppers | onions
Ensalada de Palta$11.00
Avocado | cluster tomato | red onions | lemon juice & extra virgin olive oil
Espinaca Salteada$10.00
Sautéed spinach | shallots | butter | extra virgin olive oil
Crema de Espinaca$11.00
Creamed spinach
Choclos Asados$11.00
Grilled corn | roasted garlicpaprika butter | parsley

Sparkling

Alta Vista "Rose de Malbec" Brut NV Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$45.00
Montchenot "Pinot Noir and Chardonnay" NV, Mendoza
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$50.00
William Deutz" Champagne Brut" France 2010
- Bottle$155.00

Chardonnay

Marcelo Pelleriti "Signature" Tunuyan 2019
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$48.00
El Enemigo, By Alejandro Vigil Gualtallary 2018
- Bottle$58.00
Catena "White Bones" Alto Gualtallary 2018
- Bottle$165.00

Torrontes

Colome, Calchaqui Valley, Salta 2020
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$45.00

Other Whites

Bianchi "New Age" Torrontes/Sauvignon Blanc (Effervescent) NV
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$36.00
Bodega Argento, Pinot Grigio Lujan de Cuyo 2019
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$38.00
Errazuriz "Reserva" Sauvignon Blanc, Casablanca, Chile 2017
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$45.00
Humberto Canale "Old Vineyard" Riesling, Patagonia 2020
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$45.00
Catena "White Clay" Lujan de Cuyo 2020
- Bottle$55.00

Rose

Garzon "Rose of Pinot Noir" Uruguay 2020
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$52.00

Malbec

Lagarde, Lujan de Cuyo 2017
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$38.00
Humberto Canale "Estate" Patagonia 2019
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$45.00
Anko "Estate" Salta 2019
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$52.00
Lagarde "Primeras Vinas" Gualtallary 2016
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$64.00
Humberto Canale "Gran Reserva" Patagonia 2017
- Bottle$58.00
Anko "Flor de Cardon" Salta 2018
- Bottle$65.00
Zaha "Toko Vineyard" Paraje Altamira 2017
- Bottle$72.00
Trapiche "Finca el Milagro" la Consulta 2013
- Bottle$98.00
Teho "Tomal Vineyard" la Consulta 2017
- Bottle$110.00
Catena "Nicasia" Paraje Altamira 2016
- Bottle$145.00
Colome "Altura Máxima" Calchaqui Valley, Salta 2015
- Bottle$165.00
Catena "River Stones" Gualtallary 2017
- Bottle$250.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

Marcelo Pelleriti "Signature" Vista Flores 2019
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$52.00
Bianchi "Particular" San Rafael 2015
- Bottle$68.00
Catena "Alta" Agrelo, Lujan de Cuyo 2016
- Bottle$92.00

Other Reds

Errazuriz "Max" Pinot Noir Aconcagua, Chile 2018
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$54.00
Bodega Garzon "Single Vineyard" Pinot Noir, Uruguay 2016
- Bottle$62.00
Chacra "Lunita" Pinot Noir, Patagonia 2018
- Bottle$90.00
Domaine Nico "Le Paradis" Pinot Noir, Alto Gualtallary Mza, 2016
- Bottle$375.00
Humberto Canale "Gran Reserva" Cab Franc, Patagonia 2016
- Bottle$57.00
Zaha, By Alejandro Sejanovich Cab Franc, Paraje Altamira 2017
- Bottle$75.00
Gran Enemigo, By Alejandro Vigil, Gualtallary, Cab Franc, 2016
- Bottle$175.00
Petite Fleur "Bordeaux Blend" Tunuyan 2018
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$54.00
Bodega Garzon "Reserva" Tannat, Uruguay 2019
- Bottle$62.00
Felipe Staiti "Vertigo" Vista Flores 2014
- Bottle$65.00
Lindaflor "Malbec-Syrah" by Monteviejo, Tunuyan 2015
- Bottle$72.00
Felipe Staiti "Honor" Vista Flores 2017
- Bottle$110.00
Bodega Lopez "Montchenot 15 Years" Lujan de Cuyo Mendoza 2001
- Bottle$135.00
Balasto, By Garzon, Uruguay 2016
- Bottle$155.00
Bodega Tapiz "Las Notas de Jean Claude" Merlot Blend Tupungato 2014
- Bottle$190.00

From Around the World

Whites

Marko "Gure Arbasoak" 2019
- Bottle$68.00
Alta Maria Vineyards "Rancho Viñedo" Chardonnay Santa Maria Valley 2015
- Bottle$78.00
Ridge Vineyards "Estate" Chardonnay Santa, Cruz Mountains, CA 2019
- Bottle$125.00

Reds

Alta Maria Vineyards "Garey" Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley, CA 2014
- Bottle$88.00
Dumol "Wester Reach" Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, CA 2019
- Bottle$155.00
Deobriga "Seleccion Familiar" Tempranillo, Blend Rioja Spain 2015
- Bottle$65.00
Chateau la Rose Montviel 2016 Pomerol, France
- Bottle$125.00
Ridge "Estate" Cabernet Sauvignon, Montebello Vineyard, CA 2018
- Bottle$165.00
Tenuta San Guido "Guidoalberto" Toscana, Italy 2019
- Bottle$145.00

Beers

Ask your server for our seasonal

Quilmes, Argentinean Beer$7.00
Draft Local Breweries$9.00

Dessert Wines

Cruz Vieja, Dry Amontillado Spain$10.00
Taylor Fladgate "10 Year Old Tawny"$11.00
Taylor Fladgate "Late Bottle Vintage" Portugal 2014$12.00
Petit Guiraud, Sauternes, Bordeaux 2016$13.00

Spanish Style Sangria

White
- Glass$13.00
- Carafe$38.00
Red
- Glass$13.00
- Carafe$38.00
Rose
- Glass$13.00
- Carafe$38.00

The Menu

$250 per person. On Thursday February 24 at 7 pm

Amuse Bouche
Lobster Rillette & Sunchokes Pure + Caviar Braised Pork Belly & Tomato Jam Foie Gras Mousse. Paired with Catena White Clay 2020 - 60% Semillon - 40% Chenin Blanc
Chipirones Confitados + Hinojo + Citricos
Baby Squid Confit + Fennel + Citrics. Paired with Catena Alta 2017 - 100% Chardonnay
Lengua Curada + Vinagreta de Mostaza + Alcaparras Fritas
Cured Beef Tongue + Artichokes + Fried Capers + Mustard Vinaigrette + Quail Eggs. Paired with Catena Marchigiana 2019 - Criolla Chica 100% / Catena Marchigiana 2019 - Bonarda 100%
Tortelloni de Cabrito Confitado + Crema de Humita + Morillas
Homemade Pasta + Goat Confit + Creamy Corn Stew + Morel Mushrooms + Au Jus. Paired with Catena Alta 2018 - Malbec
Carrillera "Sous Vide" + Barbacoa de Malbec + Mandioca + Jamon Serrano
Grass Fed Beef Cheeks "sous Vide" + Malbec Barbecue Sauce + Yucca + Serrano Ham Tuille. Paired with Catena Zapata Nicasia 2016 - 100% Malbec / Nicolas Catena Zapata 2017 - Cabernet Sauvignon - Malbec
Torta Negra Tibia + Sabayon + Persimon + Kinotos + Cacao Nibs Coulis
Warm Patagonian Fruit Cake + Port Sabayon + Persimon + Kumquats + Cacao Nibs

What 1,288 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Pasadena / San Gabriel
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WayneR
San Joaquin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food, service and location. Will return.
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VivianI
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a terrific Mother's Day dinner at Malbec's. The seating is a little tight but manageable. The food was excellent and served at a comfortable pace. Our server, Edwin A. was pleasant, informative, and very attentive.
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wickedwitch2
Los Angeles
76 reviews
5.0
76 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I hadn't been to Malbec for several years and was delighted that the menu and the food still are very enticing. It seemed pretty noisy to me, but I have a hearing loss, so that is a factor. Prices seem higher than before, but I have to remember that everything we buy costs more these days. My son loved his Rack of Lamb entree, and I was delighted with my pasta with a short rib ragout. It was a large entree, so I have some left for tonight or tomorrow night at home. And the creme brulee was, as we expected, a perfect ending. Even though the Mothers' Day crow was large, service was efficient, yet not too rushed. Couldn't have asked for a nicer meal or visit.
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MarcosC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I made a reservation for Mother’s Day The lady at the desk helped us kindly with a smile, they gave us the table fast, the food was delicious, like always, the service is outstanding, the waiters was very helpful, and answered all our questions regarding the menu, and recommendations, we got water refills with out asking for, the food came soon, and nicely served , highly recommend it
CL
CathyL
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mother’s Day
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dodgerbarbie
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took my brother-in-law when he was in town on business, on the recommendation of a friend. It was perfect. We had an outdoor table and a wonderful waiter. He knew all about the wines and the dishes and helped us order the perfect things. The paella was so good, the octopus appetizer was excellent and of course the Malbec was perfect.
KD
KateD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Close to Caltec, wonderful food and wine and off the busiest streets makes Malbec the perfect place for a special celebration dinner with our caltech student. They have choices for all dietary preferences which is always a plus!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Service was excellent. The food was good. The environment was too noisy, no music.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
Malbec almost makes up for the dearly departed 1810, Old Town casualty of California’s inane lockdowns. Their Argentine selections, sauces, and remarkable steaks are first rate. I tried the short rib cut for the first time and it’s excellent but ranks just behind their “entraña” a skirt steak wonder. The bacon wrapped Brussels sprouts lacked significant bacon but overall another good meal. Just wish they’d get the seating and ambience into this century. It’s a bit bland and stuck in 90s.
KG
KayG
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome second time going food is amazing! Juan is great at knowing wines!
BL
BeauL
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Good food! Restaurant was not noisy and we were able to talk without having to scream to be heard! Waiter was very nice and made great suggestions. Didn’t come and check back to see if we needed anything. However he seemed to be the only one on the floor. Will definitely go back!
TF
TaniaF
Los Angeles
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Waiter was ok. Forgot almonds on salad. mousse dessert was great. Kind of loud
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ZaraG
Los Angeles
21 reviews
vip
3.0
21 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
When they introduce you to their specials, MAKE SURE to ask for the price. We ordered their steak (the special) but did not ask how much it was. It was $90. True, it was huge but it also had a huge bone and LOTS of fat. We know good quality steak, but this was NOT a $90 steak. THAT particular steak ((shipped from Argentina, etc.) was a rip off. Everything else was great: the wine, salad, appetizers, dessert and service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thank you for making my boyfriend’s birthday awesome :)
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and the service was great they accommodate us right away and I definitely recommend people coming here
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None
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 20, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Beef was good, chicken and other menu options were okay not bad but not amazing. I expected more based off the price, was about $210 for 4 people. Portions were okay. Desserts were pretty good. I would expect a little better based off the price.
RR
RafaelR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice restaurant with excellent atmosphere and attention. Food is very good as well. Highly recommended.
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Queenvictoria
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great night out dining at Malbec’s. The food, ambiance, service and music was excellent! The waitstaff gave us great food and wine recommendations. I definitely recommend that you dine at Malbec! A true hidden gem.
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SandraS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
First time dining here and I look forward to returning. Ordered the chorizo platter, frito mixto, and empanadas to share and a couple of drinks each- more than satisfied the two of us. Service was outstanding with just enough attention while allowing us to do our thing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had dinner with an annoying friend and what made it tolerable was the delicious food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My family and I loved it. They have a big dessert menu so make sure to ask for it! Good selection and everyone liked their meal.
KL
KimberlyL
Orange County
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience5
Malbecs is one of my favorite restaurants and I usually love everything they offer, but I was disappointed with the White Fish option from the DineLA menu. It was lacking flavor. Other than that I love this restaurant. Great service, ambiance and food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday Dinner
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JessicaW
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a wonderful restaurant! Amazing food, excellent service and a gorgeous space! We had so much fun! Highly recommended!
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Peggy
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was terrific and service was good. They were a bit understaffed, but delays were minimal.
JA
JandA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful experience at Malbec! It was our first visit, so we asked our waiter for suggestions for dinner and wine that would pair nicely. Everything was perfect!
DB
DianeB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
The food was superb and reasonably priced. Homemade pasta, fresh ingredients (e.g. the burrata was fantastic), nice wine list, and many great (well prepared) items on the menu from start to finish (the bread pudding dessert was special). Free, nearby street parking was easy to find.
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Klry
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience3
As everywhere these days, prices have gone up. Still love their Arroz Con Mariscos. Service excellent. Place a bit too noisy when crowded. Never feel rushed.
WC
WilliamC
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been occasionally dining at Malbec for the past few years. The food is always fresh, well-prepared and delicious. Service is always friendly and efficient. The atmosphere is always pleasant and, while Malbec isn't noisy per se, it does fit the adage that "you can hear a good restaurant."
JF
JustForFun
Los Angeles
26 reviews
2.0
26 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall2food4service2ambience4
Started well. Finished poorly. If I was a celebrity I might have fared better as the celebrity that was seated next to us received amazing service. Us, not so much. Waited 1/2 hour for dessert. Drank 2 cups of coffee while waiting. Never saw my waitperson. Had to get the bus person to find my waitperson to find the desert. Being ignored made me unhappy. I’ve supported this restaurant for the past several years. I’ll be back when I’m a celebrity. Oh… I guess never again.
DA
DanielleA
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience2
Food was good, nothing I would want to come back for though. The desert was overwhelmingly sweet. And the service was okay. The server wasn’t very attentive but the buss boys were.
J
Jose
Los Angeles
56 reviews
vip
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great as usual
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience3
Enjoyed the food, Saturday night noise as expected…only complaint was the cross draft from a presumed back door that caused some uncomfortableness. The hostesses could be a little friendlier, the server was knowledgeable and offered great recommendations. All in all…enjoyable evening and will likely return.
V
Vonnie
Los Angeles
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
With the exception that it was noisy - most restaurants are these days - the food was excellent, presented well on the plate, amounts adequate, and hostess was caring beyond measure.
m
mlander
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went on a Sat evening so it was pretty crowded. We sat in the outdoor area and it was very comfortable with outdoor heaters spaced along the area. The service was fast and the Sangria was excellent. They had live music and the atmosphere was very enjoyable. The food was excellent, there were four of us and we all had a taste of the different dishes, thumbs up on all. I highly recommend.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was really great Service and ambiance excellent. Will definitely come back. The squid ink seafood saffron pasta was amazing. Must get the Malbec salad- their version of a caesar salad. Our server Gilberto was very attentive amd made great food and wine selections.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best food and dessert I’ve tried and enjoy in years! Service was amazing I did not catch the name of our server but he went above and beyond to ensure that everything was up to the highest standards!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great service was excellent love how quickly we were able to get our table
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always Excellent Food and Service. The Dine L.A. menu had nice choices. We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner @ Malbec!
LR
LindaR
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food in a lovely restaurant on lovely tree lined Green Street. Outdoor or indoor seating.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Malbec - Pasadena using the Order Online button. Malbec - Pasadena also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (626) 683-0550.

Malbec - Pasadena is rated 4.7 stars by 1288 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 23, 2022

May 2022

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Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

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Takeout

(626) 683-0550

Delivery

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1001 E. Green Street Pasadena, CA 91106

Additional information

Cross street
Green Street and Catalina Street
Neighborhood
Pasadena
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Argentinean, Steakhouse, Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Call for other parking options.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive chef
Pablo Alcorta
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://malbeccuisine.com/
Phone number
(626) 683-0550
Catering
No matter the size of the event or the occasion, our delicious, authentic Argentine cuisine is sure to be a hit. Perfect for everything from full service for extravagant weddings to simple appetizers to help make that office meeting a little more bearable, Malbec catering ensures that your event will stand out from the rest.
Private party facilities
We have private rooms at all our locations that are perfect for birthday parties, graduations, end of the year celebrations, or anything you have in mind We will work with you to tailor your event and exceed all your expectations.
Private party contact
Kati Pusch: (626) 683-0550

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Malbec - Pasadena

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Arroz con Mariscos

Frito Mixto

Carpaccio de Lomo

Soups & Appetizers

Sopa de Estacion

Duo de Empanadas (Choice of Two)$12.00

Polenta con Estofado$16.00

Burrata$17.00

Pulpo$17.00

Tuna Tartare$17.00

Provoleta$15.00

Frito Mixto$19.00

Carpaccio de Lomo$17.00

Mollejas a la Parrilla$19.00

Tabla de Chorizos

Salads

Malbec$14.00

Remolachas y Peras$15.00

Ensalada de la Casa$14.00

Espinaca y Hongos$15.00

Homemade Pastas & Rice

Ravioles de Espinaca$23.00

Ravioles Scarparo$24.00

Sorrentinos$24.00

Espaguetis Boloñesa$23.00

Tagliolini Golfo Nuevo$29.00

Duo de Canelones$22.00

Fetucchines con Salmon$24.00

Ñoquis Mar y Tierra$26.00

Risotto de Kabocha$25.00

Trofie, Ragu & Caracu$26.00

Arroz con Mariscos

Mains

Salmon con Salsa Verde$31.00

Lenguado al Limon y Alcaparras$25.00

Pollo a las Hierbas$25.00

Napolitana de Lomo$26.00

Suprema Florentina$26.00

Costillas de Cordero$36.00

Entraña al Chimichurri$42.00

Pesca del Dia

From Our Wood Fired Grill

Entraña Argentina$55.00

Ojo de Bife$46.00

Bife de Chorizo$40.00

Asado de Tira$29.00

Lomo$41.00

Caracu$19.00

Tabla Mixta

Special Sauces

Madeira

Pimienta Verde

Salsa Argentina

Piquillo

Gorgonzola

Salsa Diabla

Side Orders

Papas Provenzal$10.00

Bruselas con Bacon$11.00

Vegetales de Estación$10.00

Pure de Batata$10.00

Papas al Horno$11.00

Polenta Gorgonzola$11.00

Vegetales la Parrilla$11.00

Esparragos Grillados$12.00

Hongos Provenzal$13.00

Arroz al Azafran$9.00

Ensalada de Palta$11.00

Espinaca Salteada$10.00

Crema de Espinaca$11.00

Choclos Asados$11.00

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