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Shiro Restaurant, South Pasadena, CA

Shiro Restaurant

4.8
4.8
1572 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary French
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming


Open for indoor and outdoor dining and curbside takeout. Outdoors dining is subject to the weather. We have heaters but not for all tables. Please dress warmly. If there is a chance of rain we will have to cancel.

Shiro has been named the Zagat Guide's number one restaurant and is consistently one of the highest rated establishments in the guide (#5 in 2011; #2 for service in 2013). Shiro is summed up by it's ingredients. Menu items are driven by the best available, nothing less is acceptable. For over 35 years, diners have enjoyed our French and Pacific Rim inspired menu. A tradition of fine dining with excellent, friendly service. We may supplement our menu with a special Taste of Shiro (soup or salad, meat or fish, dessert). Wed/Th. The evening's menu is posted around 3pm.

As much as we love them, we must ask that your dogs and other pets stay home. Service dogs, of course, are welcome.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, French / Japanese, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (626) 799-4774
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Luis A. Ortega Banuelos, Chef de Cusine
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi-private room for up to 40 persons, but your party or event can take over the entire restaurant which would seat 85. We can assist you in planning a special menu if you prefer. Call Sherrill at 626-799-4774 for more information or email her at party@restaurantshiro.com
  • Private party contact
    Sherrill Bailey: (626) 799-4774
  • Neighborhood
    Pasadena
  • Cross street
    Fair Oaks Ave.
  • Parking details
    Free, easy lot and street parking
  • Public transit
    South Pasadena Metro Station 4 blocks west of the restaurant on Mission
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,572 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pasadena

    Best Overall

  • Pasadena

    Best Food

  • Pasadena

    Best Service

  • Pasadena

    Best Value

  • Pasadena

    Innovative

  • Pasadena

    Neighborhood gem

  • Pasadena

    Romantic

  • Pasadena

    Good for special occasions

1,572 Reviews
  1. David

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual , our Shiro experience was a real pleasure: great food, service and ambiance. Our group of seven felt well taken care of and enjoyed a relaxed evening discussing our latest book club book.

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  2. HEATHER

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    This restaurant is super dated, both in ambiance and food. Everything felt very 1980’s…

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  3. Lee

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food , service, and ambiance were excellent. We especially appreciate the hostess and waitress for remembering we were there for a birthday celebration and for their extra care in helping with the celebration. We love the seabass!

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  4. Gilbert

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service. Most of the foods that ate were great. The Salmon tartare tacos are just amazing! The soft shell crab was a little bit of a letdown for my taste. It could be great for someone else.It was on the special menu tonight. My biggest gripe was that we have adult male patrons coming in dressed in shorts and flip flops. I feel that basic dress code should be established. Not sure any man over 16 should go to a nicer restaurant in shorts and flip flops. Maybe if it is Apple Bees.

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  5. Patricia

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shiro is our favorite restaurant in southern California We have been dining for 30 years it has never disappointed us!!

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  6. Kaeko

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Shiro is our favorite place for a long time. It’s like our home!

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  7. JDub

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Finally got to try Shiro and my long wait didn’t disappoint :) Exquisite food and service :)

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  8. Frank

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food! Great portions and great service. We have always had a phenomenal experience there.

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  9. Fred

    Los Angeles

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything on the menu is exceptional but their catfish is their signature dish.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. Definitely a must try. We will be back! Try the Shrimp & Mushroom Wontons and the duck breast!

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FAQs

Shiro Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (626) 799-4774.

Shiro Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 1572 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Shiro Restaurant

1505 Mission St., South Pasadena, CA 91030

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Fair Oaks Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Pasadena
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, French / Japanese, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free, easy lot and street parking
  • Public transit
    South Pasadena Metro Station 4 blocks west of the restaurant on Mission
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Luis A. Ortega Banuelos, Chef de Cusine
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (626) 799-4774
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi-private room for up to 40 persons, but your party or event can take over the entire restaurant which would seat 85. We can assist you in planning a special menu if you prefer. Call Sherrill at 626-799-4774 for more information or email her at party@restaurantshiro.com
  • Private party contact
    Sherrill Bailey: (626) 799-4774
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