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Maison Akira - Permanently Closed, Pasadena, CA

Maison Akira - Permanently Closed

4.3

1464 Reviews

$50 and over

French

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Owner and Chef, Akira Hirose, has created an exquisite menu featuring French cuisine with a Japanese flair.
In this casual, but elegant atmosphere, one can experience fine dining with an international flair. Akira takes personal interest in preparing each selection with the freshest ingredients for a culinary delight. Chef Akira's specialties include Grilled Duck Foie Gras, Miso Marinated Grilled Chilean Sea Bass, and Roasted Rack of Lamb in a Rosemary Sauce.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
French, Japanese
Hours of operation
Lunch:Friday: 11:30am - 2:00pm Dinner: Wednesday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:30pm - 9:30pm, Sunday: 5:00pm - 8:00pm Buffet Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 2:00pm Monday and Tuesday CLOSED
Phone number
(626) 796-9501
Website
http://www.maisonakira.net/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Akira Hirose
Catering
Chef Hirose will come and cater an elegant meal in your home. Please see http://www.maisonakira.net for contact information and pricing or email inquiries to maisonakirarestaurant@gmail.com
Private party facilities
We can accommodate parties from 20-50 people with advanced booking arrangements. Please call the restaurant for more information and availability or email us at maisonakirarestaurant@gmail.com

Location
713 E. Green St., Pasadena, CA 91101
Neighborhood
Pasadena
Cross street
El Molino
Parking details
We validate for 1 hour free with dinner in the Arcade Lane Parking lot adjacent to our restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,464 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
3.9Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

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1,318 Reviews

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FatAndHappy
Orange County
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sadly our visit was on the last day Maison Akira was open. After 20 years, Chef Akira is opening another restaurant in the Little Tokyo area of Los Angeles. Today's last Sunday brunch was excellent as always. The hot dishes are of high quality and the meats as always are seasoned and cooked to perfection (prime rib, lamb, turkey). The salads, sides, and desserts are all wonderful. Champagne and mimosas are a perfect complement to brunch.
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Lizz
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2019
overall2food2service2ambience2
The food was mediocre and the menu didn't describe things accurately in some cases. The very sweet waiters and busboys didn't know how to describe the menu either. The escargot is traditional and delicious, but I'd never go back even for that.
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SatisfiedG1
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love it! Sad that it's closing but will open a new place in Little Tokyo! I had my last brunch there this past Sunday, the brunch was wonderful as usual. I always have the roasted lamb, scalloped potatoes. Appetizers include the best sushi around and the most delightful desserts. Will miss Maison Akira, but look forward to the Akira's new venture DTLA!
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JanB
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Extraordinary food, wonderful service, inspired chef!
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HappyFoodie
Los Angeles
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The restaurant is moving to Little Tokyo. The new restaurant will be called Azay,located in Little Tokyo. Tonight’s dinner was special menu. The food was excellent. Our waiter Mary Cello was excellent. She checked on us often even though they were very very busy. The Chef and his wife came out to talk to every table. We will miss the restaurant dearly. We are looking forward to eat at their new restaurant.
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AudreyY
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing Japanese French fusion food. Great for a special dinner or night out. Not snobby and service is friendly.
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me22
Los Angeles
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a pleasure. It was a farewell dinner since Maison Akira will be closing after this weekend
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ElsieC
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
food and service was very good. I always enjoy dining there.
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HermanR
Orange County
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2019
overall2food5service1ambience3
It was Valentines Day weekend and there was a play that evening at the Pasadena Playhouse. It took use 30 minutes to get drinks and 90 minutes to get our food. Total time in the restaurant was 2.5 hours. The server was new and should have been shadowing someone. She did an admirable job, but had too many tables and was not setup for success. The food was good and my wife and I made the best of it.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious French influenced seafood dishes
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Michelle
Los Angeles
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience3
Valentine’s Day
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LARunner
Los Angeles
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2019
overall3food3service2ambience2
Food was okay but not worthy of the $120 per person price. The pork belly Bouchée was uninteresting, same for the mushroom soup which included undistinguished pieces of black truffle. The filet mignon was less than fine quality although the Cabernet sauce was tasty. The best part of the meal was the dessert. For $330 out the door after adding only coffee and sparkling water we would have passed on it.
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CharlieD
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The lunch bento box options were delicious! Service was excellent!
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FongL
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent!
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CCMom
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2019
overall5food5service3ambience5
terrific food, nice ambience, great for a special occasion because the price is not cheap; service was not as attentive as you would expect given the caliber of the restaurant and the fact that there were only 3-4 other tables besides us; definitely would go back
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mib120
Los Angeles
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very accommodating to limited schedule. Food was excellent and ambiance was muted and tasteful
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mikeo
Los Angeles
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience4
This is the 5th time we have been to Maison Akira. On this occasion we visited during dineL.A. The appetizers (blue crab flan and braised pork belly "kakuni") and the desserts (callebaut chocolate mousse and matcha panna cotta) were all wonderful. My wife thought her sea bass "Loup de Mer" was cooked perfectly. I was disappointed in my Coq Au Vin Royal. I was really looking forward to this dish but the chicken was dry. This is the first time that one of their dishes was "off". We still love the restaurant and will return again.
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Jerry
Los Angeles
37 reviews
vip
3.0
37 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience3
The wait staff was not great. Food choices seemed limited. Dominant Asian patrons.
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BrentonC
Los Angeles
40 reviews
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Family dinner with younger adults who have never dined here before
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Opinionated
Los Angeles
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
EXCELLENT FOOD! A MASTER CHEF WHO IS IN THE KITCHEN!
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Kala
San Francisco
40 reviews
3.0
40 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2019
overall3food3service2ambience4
New year’s eve. Fixed price. Service was slow. Food prep and delivery slow. Paid a good price for a meal that was average. Ambiance always good. The rest didn’t measure up. Disappointing.
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TimH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Even though we couldn't get in until 6:15 PM we received excellent service, food was outstanding, staff was superb. Will definitely go back if in the area. 5 Stars*****
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GaryM
Hong Kong
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2018
overall4food5service2ambience5
The evening started off great with the delicious tasting menu. However, we have to wait so patiently for our chubby waiter to show up occasionally (probably he needs a few naps in between). My mom would like to have some honey for her tea but the waiting staff were no where to be found. The only waitress was too busy to tend to our table (of four). The rare moment our waiter showed up was a brief second with the tab, and please don’t expect a “fat” tip from us whatsoever. Maison Akira may have been around for so long because of the above average cuisine but definitely not for too long for the below par waiting staff. Au revoir!
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GabrielM
London
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience2
Really creative and outstanding food. Professional service. Decor and lighting leave something to be desired. Tables too close to each other. Price reasonable. We had a lovely evening and we will return.
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newby
Orange County
189 reviews
vip
5.0
189 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I have dined here at this restaurant on numerous occasions and have enjoyed it each and every time. The tasting menu is really great. My wife and I both had venison which was outstanding. This restaurant is ideal for those who like excellent food with a Japanese fusion.
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AndrewP
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Chef's tasting menu is a must, I would not have known what to order otherwise--except for the obvious. Chef Akira produced 4 hours of wondrous dining in which Japanese dishes (e.g. hamachi sashimi) sort of alternated with classic french (eg foie gras) culminating with sorbet and souffles. The wine pairing was immaculate including champagne, sake (granite no less), German, Californian, and chateau bottled claret. Not cheap, but not overly expensive either. Great value! I was pleasantly replete at the end and not inebriated. You can drive there of course, but Uber is better, then go in, sit down, and surrender to the friendly and knowledgeable service and the brilliant food.
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David
Los Angeles
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2018
overall2food1service2ambience2
Chilean Sea Bass is overcooked and the Kobe Wagyu is so so.
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DaraW
Los Angeles
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2018
overall2food2service2ambience3
This is the second time to this restaurant. The plate is way too hot to serve the food not because you might burn yourself. The Wayu beef was serving on a hot plate which makes the steak over cooked and it didn't taste any better than the Flat Iron steak. Also, serving Foie Gras on a hot plate will have too much oil. We brought Madien 2015 wine and it took them over 20 minutes to screw up. He was sweating and we offered to help. He said " it's fine" and he screwed up the cork so bad and still couldn't opened it. OMG!
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Coffeeman
Orange County
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2018
overall4food5service4ambience4
The food at this restaurant is incredibly delicious .
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Lb2va
Los Angeles
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a thank you dinner, and it was excellent. The food was both beautiful in presentation and wonderful in taste. The portions were significantly larger than most similar restaurants. And the service was attentive without being intrusive. We will be going againdefore the new year.
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MilliP
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
The venison was absolutely delicious and unforgettable
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BryanA
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Probably one of the best restaurants in the world.
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Irishlord82
Los Angeles
46 reviews
vip
2.0
46 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2018
overall2food2service3ambience3
My wife and I have dined at this restaurant for many years, usually with satisfactory results. Unfortunately, the restaurant hasn't held it's quality. We both ordered the Epicurean 7 course meal and the added Grand Marne(sp) souffle which requires 30 minutes to prepare. After 2 1/2 hours of getting each of the 7 course meal entries, they made us wait another 30 minutes while they prepared the souffles. I could go through each of the individual courses but it no longer matters. We will not be returning to what was once one of our favorite restaurants.
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JimD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 29, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Unlike some chefs who own many restaurants around town or around the globe, this chef obviously takes great care with every aspect of food preparation as well as the dining experience. It's a small but elegant place, not too noisy, and very comfortable. Everything was outstanding including the very attentive service. It was also reasonably healthy. We had the 4 course tasting menu which was just the right amount of food and the portions were generous. I think it was an excellent value for French cuisine of this caliber.
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Kevin
Los Angeles
68 reviews
vip
4.0
68 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience4
Our regular Thanksgiving dinner spot. This year seems busier than ever, this service was less than attentive this time. However,the food is as great as ever. Best taste turkey I ever had.
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Loro
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2018
overall1food4service1ambience1
Maison Akira used to be one of my favorite restaurants in Pasadena for the past couple of decades. Great food, professional and attentive services, and cozy atmosphere to have a decent dinner with someone special. We had a dinner recently and the service was totally inadequate. The meal was excellent but the overall experience was greatly diminished by an indifferent hostess and a disorganized service crew. I have no idea what happened to this restaurant. Whoever is managing this restaurant needs to roll up his/her sleeves and give serious training to the host, waiters and waitresses altogether.
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MichaelL
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2018
overall1food3service1ambience4
My family and I came to Maison Akira on Wednesday night. We experienced major issues during dinner service. 1. The hostess pointed at the table from the front entryway with her finger and did not lead or show us there. 2. We asked for bread and butter three times. When it finally arrived there were two pieces of bread in the basket for a party of five. 3. After the entrees were served, no one came by to ask how the food was. 4. The wait staff refilled the water glasses on their own just once (when the check arrived). We had to ask on four separate occasions. We waited so long for someone to come around the table that we poured the water ourselves using the pitchers located nearby. 5. The server offered the souffle and Baked Alaska for dessert. He did not mention any other choices. When the bill arrived, we discovered supplemental charges for the desserts. The staff refused to take the supplemental charges off the bill.
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ClaireY
Los Angeles
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience3
The food is great there with great price! Definitely a place that you should try! The foie gras and dessert are impressive.
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philipt
Los Angeles
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2018
overall4food5service4ambience4
this restaurant has been around so long, long before all the newbies and foodies came about. We went again last week with another couple and the food is so good and reasonably good size as compared to all the pretentiousness adopted by all these foodies frequented restaurants. Comparing to what we have here in Maison Akira with a much revered and super high priced restaurant in Culver City we went some weeks ago, while price is not a problem to me but I can see the hypocrisy in today's people. Akira's service may not be top notched or on par with those other restaurants but they sure made you feel so comfortable and at home.
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newby
Orange County
189 reviews
vip
5.0
189 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I have dined here at this restaurant on numerous occasions and have had a great experience each and every time. The white shrimp appetizer and the main course flank steak from the tasting menu are outstanding. This is a great place for those who are interested in trying different varieties of well prepared food either from the main menu or the tasting menu.
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Maison Akira - Permanently Closed is rated 4.3 stars by 1464 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

713 E. Green St., Pasadena, CA 91101

Additional information

Cross street
El Molino
Neighborhood
Pasadena
Hours of operation
Lunch:Friday: 11:30am - 2:00pm Dinner: Wednesday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:30pm - 9:30pm, Sunday: 5:00pm - 8:00pm Buffet Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 2:00pm Monday and Tuesday CLOSED
Cuisines
French, Japanese
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We validate for 1 hour free with dinner in the Arcade Lane Parking lot adjacent to our restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Akira Hirose
Additional
Banquet, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.maisonakira.net/
Phone number
(626) 796-9501
Catering
Chef Hirose will come and cater an elegant meal in your home. Please see http://www.maisonakira.net for contact information and pricing or email inquiries to maisonakirarestaurant@gmail.com
Private party facilities
We can accommodate parties from 20-50 people with advanced booking arrangements. Please call the restaurant for more information and availability or email us at maisonakirarestaurant@gmail.com

Maison Akira - Permanently Closed

Permanently Closed

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Menu

Champagne Buffet Brunch Menu

Cold Appetizers

Assorted Sushi

Tuna & Tofu

Soba Pasta Salad

Cold Poached Salmon

Artichoke Salad

Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese & Tomato in Pesto

Charcuterie Plate

House Smoked Salmon & Green Asparagus

Leaf Salads

Assorted Cheeses

Hot Dishes

Roasted Prime Rib

Roasted Leg of Lamb

Pork Link Sausage

Steamed Vegetables

Crab Chawanmushi

Couscous & Ratatouille Nicoise

Gratin Potato

Braised Beef Short Rib

Egg Dishes

Soup du Jour

Desserts

Caramel Flan

Cream Brulee

Sliced Assorted Fresh Fruit

Tart of the Day

Assorted Petit Fours

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