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True Food Kitchen - Pasadena, Pasadena, CA

True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

4.4 (3240)
$30 and under
American
168 West Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

  • Vegan-friendly
  • Gluten-free-friendly
  • Healthy
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (626) 639-6818
  • Website
    https://www.truefoodkitchen.com/locations/pasadena/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Stephanie Nguyen
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for catering inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you're hosting a celebration or corporate event, we welcome you to explore True Food Kitchen’s private dining and catering options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Location
    168 West Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105
  • Neighborhood
    Pasadena
  • Cross street
    Colorado and Pasadena
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage around the corner on Delacy that offers Free parking for the first 90 minutes. There is also street parking.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,240 people are saying

True Food Kitchen - Pasadena reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Pasadena

    Healthy

  • Pasadena

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Pasadena

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
True Food Kitchen in Pasadena offers a bright and relaxing ambiance with fresh, farm-to-table dishes. Diners appreciate the "delicious and varied gluten-free and vegan selections" and the "superb staff" that enhance the experience. However, service can be inconsistent, and some visits have faced delays. Overall, a popular spot for health-conscious dining.
3,240 Reviews

  1. Jeremy

    Los Angeles11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    At the restaurant's request for more information: our special occasion was ignored, we had to ask about specials since the specials menu was forgotten, a nearby table was seated after us but greeted before us, food came out late and cold, and attentiveness was lacking.
    True Food Kitchen - PasadenaResponded on June 20, 2025
    Hi Jeremy, thank you for leaving us some stars. Looks like your experience was not worthy of 5 stars. Please don't hesitate to let us know where we went wrong! Always happy to hear about where we can improve and provide a solution to our guests. Thanks again for your time.

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  2. Rick

    Los Angeles1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Portions were a bit small. Server was great. But hard to find at times.
    True Food Kitchen - PasadenaResponded on June 17, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Rick. We're glad you had great service and apologize for any inconvenience; we'll work on improving portion sizes and server availability.

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  3. Katherine VIP

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    always delish and great servers who are super knowledgeable about the menu, food and beverage. Love it
    True Food Kitchen - PasadenaResponded on June 8, 2025
    Thank you for your review, Katherine! We're happy to hear you enjoy the delicious food and knowledgeable service from our team.

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  4. James and Karen VIP

    Los Angeles73 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Crispy Chicken tenders are fantastic. We love the servers here. They are so hospitable. We enjoy every meal so we come here often!
    True Food Kitchen - PasadenaResponded on May 29, 2025
    Thank you for your review! We're happy to hear you love the Crispy Chicken tenders and appreciate our hospitable servers. We look forward to welcoming you back often!

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  5. Vahe VIP

    Los Angeles12 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was slow and the food took very long to arrive
    True Food Kitchen - PasadenaResponded on May 31, 2025
    We're sorry to hear about the slow service and wait time for your food, Vahe. Thank you for your feedback; we'll work on improving our efficiency.

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  6. Robert

    Philadelphia County1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The chicken tenders I got should have been on the kids menu.
    True Food Kitchen - PasadenaResponded on June 4, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Robert and for taking the time for leaving some stars. Hope to see you again soon!

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  7. Dr. Donna

    Los Angeles1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Heather was kind, but it was obvious that she was extremely busy it was lunchtime. My turkey burger was very dry. The meat was not savory like it usually is. And it was just hard to get help when we wanted it. We are frequent-flier so we will be back next month and I’m sure it will be a better experience although this one was very good.
    True Food Kitchen - PasadenaResponded on May 23, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Dr. Donna. We apologize for the dry turkey burger. We look forward to providing you with a better experience on your next visit.

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  8. jennifer VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience with server understanding celiac. Food was ok but a lot of menu items were unavailable
    True Food Kitchen - PasadenaResponded on May 18, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Jennifer. We're glad to hear our server was accommodating, and we apologize for the limited menu availability. We hope to have more options for you next time.

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  9. Rosie

    California Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very comfortable place for lunch!! Everyone is so helpful. Food is Great!
    True Food Kitchen - PasadenaResponded on May 16, 2025
    Thank you for your review, Rosie! We're happy to hear you found our place comfortable and our team helpful.

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  10. Paul

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Made a reservation for Mother’s Day almost a month in advance. Nice food, good service. Booked a table for 8, squeezed onto a table that really should only accommodate 6, slightly ruined the occasion feeling so hemmed in.
    True Food Kitchen - PasadenaResponded on May 18, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Paul. Although we are happy to hear the food and service was good, we apologize for the seating arrangement on such a special day and will work on ensuring a more comfortable experience in the future.

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FAQs

True Food Kitchen - Pasadena offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (626) 639-6818.

True Food Kitchen - Pasadena is rated 4.4 stars by 3240 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today
Google Map for True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

168 West Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Colorado and Pasadena
  • Neighborhood
    Pasadena
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage around the corner on Delacy that offers Free parking for the first 90 minutes. There is also street parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Stephanie Nguyen
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.truefoodkitchen.com/locations/pasadena/
  • Phone number
    (626) 639-6818
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for catering inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you're hosting a celebration or corporate event, we welcome you to explore True Food Kitchen’s private dining and catering options, perfect for any occasion.

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