Diners' Choice: Healthy restaurants in Pasadena

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Sugarbird Cafe

4.9

4.9 (49)

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

Montrose

About the restaurant

Welcome to Sugarbird Cafe, Montrose, CA's unique scone and tea cafe.
Nestled in a cozy, shaded outdoor courtyard, it's the perfect spot for casual tea under the Cali sun, with limited indoor seating for a more intimate vibe. Variety of scones, from classic strawberry buttermilk to unique Cali-inspired flavors like fig rosemary, all perfectly crunchy outside and moist inside. Elevate your tea experience with our handcrafted teas, delightful tea sandwiches, and house-made jams. Please note, we need 36 hours advance notice for special dietary requests for wheat-free, vegan, or kids menu, 10 & under. 18% gratuity is auto-included on the bill & parties of 6 or more will have a 20% charge.

Join our community for a taste of global afternoon tea menu at our outdoor garden.
To ensure your spot, BOOK 36 hours in advance—text 818-282-7299 to CONFIRM your reservation for same-day reservations. Don't miss out; we're featured in [LA Times]. Sip, savor, and make tea time your daily retreat!

Top review

Leah

Dined 4 days ago

I brought my partner here for a birthday treat and it did NOT disappoint! Maybe my favorite food items out of any afternoon tea I've tried in LA (and I've tried a lot!!). The scones in particular were a big highlight - especially the feta chive! Our server was incredibly kind and gave us some delicious freebies of things they were experimenting with in the kitchen (Rose lemonade slushie!! Yum!!). The tea was divine - I had the Koa and thankfully I could get some looseleaf to bring home! They even gave my partner a free birthday scone to bring home with us and enjoy. We sat outside and the decor was so charming - beautiful teapots and sweet mismatched plates (which I adore). I can't wait to come back again! The only downside is it's by a road - it's not and incredibly busy street so it didn't detract too much, but that might not be ideal for some people!

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Experience

*Sugarbird Afternoon Tea with Tea Sandwiches

Experience

Afternoon Tea (Parties 6 or more) w/ tea sandwiche

Experience

*Wheat Free Casual Tea - Scones + Tea Only

KAVIAR Pasadena

4.8

4.8 (551)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Pasadena

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Kamron

Dined 4 days ago

Cool ambience nice staff don’t go out much but would go back

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Green Street Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (2667)

$30 and under

Californian

Pasadena

About the restaurant

Green Street Restaurant is where Pasadenans go to enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner and it's been a Pasadena tradition since 1979. It is centrally located just off South Lake Avenue and is within walking distance of hotels, the convention center, the Pasadena Playhouse and popular shopping areas. Green Street has an eclectic menu featuring savory salads (the ever popular and addicting Dianne Salad is ordered over 2,000 times per week), tasty meats, fresh fish and creative sandwiches served on wonderful breads. Guests enjoy a full bar and interesting wines by the glass on a beautiful patio or in the airy interior. Take-out and full catering services are also available.

Top review

Thomas

Dined 1 day ago

First time there. Had a wonderful time. Great place

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4.7

4.7 (2041)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Pasadena

About the restaurant

Tucked in the heart of Old Town Pasadena, Cafe Santorini is the spot to be in. Offering a variety of delicious Mediterranean dishes and a romantic second floor patio. Perfect for a date, a family gathering or a celebration. Cafe Santorini also offer a large banquet venue, The Rococo Room, which can fit up to 150 guests.

Top review

AngelaQvip

Dined 1 day ago

First visit - excellent service and great ambiance. Excellent recommendations on food: lamb and the pasta.

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Popular dish

Grilled Octopus Salad

Gale's

4.7

4.7 (3286)

$30 and under

Italian

Pasadena

About the restaurant

Gale's Restaurant is a totally local Pasadena spot for delicious Northern Italian fare, tucked away from the tourist chains in Old Town. Couples, families and friends that seem to have just finished a day outdoors snuggle among the brick walls and small marble tables, drinking cocktails and wine from elegant Brighton goblets. Start off with Bruschetta, Burrata Salad or Gale's Simple Salad and then move on to the country-style Tuscan steak or one of the house made ravioli specials. For dessert, don't miss the Tiramisu or Gale's iconic Coconut Cake. The wine list is a favorite among the guests for it's variety and excellent value.

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Shannonvip

Dined 1 day ago

Love Gale’s! One of our best meals there yet and the service is always exceptional.

Casa Cordoba - Montrose

4.6

4.6 (473)

$30 and under

Spanish

Montrose

About the restaurant

Casa Cordoba was established 2013 to deliver a truly authentic Spanish dining experience. Located in a classic Spanish building in the heart of beautiful Montrose, Casa Cordoba presents a truly immersive experience where Angelenos can step out of the hustle and bustle of their daily lives and experience a Taste of Spain.

You can experience Casa in our magical garden, dining room, or wine bar. We offer authentic Spanish cuisine including an extensive tapas menu, specialty paellas, and much more to go along with our hand selected wine list representing various regions of Spain.

Top review

Craig

Dined 4 days ago

This is my second review. We had a perfect birthday gathering. The short ribs with lentils and garlic shrimp are superb. The pitcher of sangria was large enough to cover our party. We have been to Spain many times, and the patio environment captures the feeling. The only issue I have is that the paella did not have socarrat, but was tasty nonetheless.

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The Lobby Lounge @ The Langham Hotel Pasadena

4.5

4.5 (705)

$50 and over

Afternoon Tea

Pasadena

About the restaurant

Join us for Afternoon Tea at The Langham Huntington Pasadena, Los Angeles with live entertainment. Enjoy a seasonal menu including mouthwatering sandwiches, baked scones, scrumptious sweets and a flavorful array of tea selections. Delicious Gluten-free and Vegan menus available.

Please include the number of adults (and if they have any dietary allergies) and number of kids (and if they have any dietary allergies) in your reservation notes to enable us to best prepare for a seamless experience.

Offered Thursday-Friday 11am-3pm (live pianist) & Saturday-Sunday 10am-3pm (live harpist).

Our grace period for reservations is 15 minutes.

20% Gratuity will be included in all final Afternoon Tea experiences; all prices exclude tax.

Parking $15 with Afternoon Tea validation.

Top review

Stephanie

Dined 4 days ago

Afternoon tea in the Lobby Lounge is always special. Louisa was a fabulous server & everything was lovely. Had a great time.

True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

4.4

4.4 (3129)

$30 and under

American

Pasadena

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Maryvip

Dined on Sep 9, 2024

Great vibe at this local eatery. Love the vegan double cheeseburger cooked crispy! And the guac appetizer is a pleaser. We have that a lot. Also have had the edamame dumplings which are my all time favorite and the chopped salad (all vegetarian). The salmon citrus salad is really good too! The trout is awesome. Love their squash pie, a summer favorite.

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Experience

Fall Menu Tasting Event

No Comment

4.2

4.2 (102)

$31 to $50

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Pasadena

About the restaurant

A fusion of Mediterranean & Japanese Flare, Chef Edgar Ramos, has adapted the technique of joining these two culinary forces. Bringing forth innovative flavor combinations and unique menu offerings, such as the delectable Wagyu A5 Bites, topped with Sturgeon Caviar, Citrus Soy, Robatayaki Skewers, and our melt in your mouth 41 Day Dry-Aged Tomahawk. Hand crafted cocktails, decadent show stopping desserts, and live entertainment Thursday - Saturday nights, No Comment is Pasadena's newest and hottest resident.

Top review

Emily

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

We really like the place, food, music and customer service.We had a great time.

Sage Regenerative Kitchen and Brewery - Pasadena

3.9

3.9 (816)

$31 to $50

Organic

Pasadena

About the restaurant

We are LA's first Regenerative Kitchen & Brewery supporting local regenerative and organic farmers who make it their life's mission to partner with nature to regenerate the earth by bringing life back into the topsoil. Located in heart Old Town Pasadena, One Colorado Shopping center with cozy large patio, dining area and full bar We are excited to invite you to join us for a new menu that includes 100% grass fed beef and bison, pasture raised chickens and pastured eggs, regenerative cheese, fresh organic regenerative sourdough and more.
Chef Mollie Engelhart
Founder, Farmer, Chef

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Doc

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

We were seated in a very crowded corner though a lot of tables were available and since the party next to us was a larger group there for a birthday party it was very loud Also it’s was so hot and AC in this area was very weak We had the delicious food while sweating! The service was very good but twice someone tried to deliver someone else’s pizza order to us Finding the place was somewhat of a maze due to construction and we were also told on the phone there was validation for parking and then turns out we parked in the only lot that they didn’t give validation for ~ Bathroom also outside where you need code like at a fast food place or something - hot and musty in there too Was a mixed experience for sure - Will come back to explore the cute shopping area though for sure

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