Smitty's Grill

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   tang

   Los Angeles

   13 reviews

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   5.0

   13 reviews

   Reviewed on January 30, 2020

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   We had a birthday dinner there. The staff are very friendly and gave us a handwritten birthday card. Very sweet, delicious food. will definitely go back:-)

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   TomA

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Reviewed on October 28, 2019

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   Great place, food is wonderful, service even better!

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   RoniM

   Los Angeles

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Reviewed on September 14, 2019

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   Good food always, reliable comfort food Love the pan fried corn bread! Consistent good, friendly service too.

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   MarkW

   Los Angeles

   36 reviews

   4.0

   36 reviews

   Reviewed on July 29, 2019

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   This is a local restaurant with menu. Try the pot pie.

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   Juneau

   Los Angeles

   8 reviews

   3.0

   8 reviews

   Reviewed on July 22, 2019

   overall3foodserviceambience

   Another "Smith" restaurant. Good food terribly noisy

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   Tamara

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Reviewed on June 25, 2019

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   Dined here many times. Food has always been excellent, and the ambience, fabulous. Everyone I recommended this to, thanked me for sharing this hidden gem and they plan to go back. It is on the pricier end but well worth it!

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   BenM

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 12, 2019

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   Great attention by server and delicious food. Parking at back lot very convenient.

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   JaniceP

   San Francisco

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 12, 2019

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   Yes, it's a classic, wonderful place to visit! Amazingly attentive staff, great food, and lively, fun atmosphere!

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   CarolynM

   Los Angeles

   46 reviews

   5.0

   46 reviews

   Dined on April 30, 2019

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   I’ve said it all before and I’m happy to report that it never changes as to the over all experience. Back patio lovely and secluded, only one other table occupied, fireplace warming the chill of the evening. Great drinks, food, and service starting and ending with Carlos at the back entrance taking my car. An out of town first timer loved it as much as I have for many years.

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    SteakLover

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2019

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    I've eaten here several times and I've sampled lots of items from the menu, and I can say every meal has been awesome. The cornbread appetizer hits the spot. It has a crumb topping that is just sweet enough without being too sweet. The pot pie is quality comfort food and big enough for 2 people to share. The dining room isn't huge but there are a few tables out front on Lake Avenue and a few more tables in a small bamboo-ensconced courtyard patio behind the restaurant. And there's a fireplace in the courtyard. You'll see people walking in and out of the rear entrance, but the courtyard is a great setting for a meal.

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    PeterB

    Los Angeles

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2019

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    Another great Smitty's experience - excellent food, service and atmosphere. My go-to place for lunch and dinner.

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    MitchellS

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

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    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2019

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    Service was excellent! This is a true Pasadena treasure! The chicken pot pie is my favorite and it never disappoints. Another great meal at a great spot!

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    Paul

    Los Angeles

    101 reviews

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    4.0

    101 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2019

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    Always a favorite for a business lunch. Good food, Great service. Wonderful atmosphere. They treat guests right here.

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    KimmyM

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2019

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    Smitty's is Iconic we've been coming here for years the food is fresh and delicious. The staff is very friendly.

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    PeterF

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2019

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    I love Smitty's. I try to get there as often as I can, at least once a month. They've had to reduce their hours, in part due to the minimum wage increases, but I can usually adjust my reservation time to accommodate. During the day the patio is delightful. In the evening l like a quiet booth.

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    PeterB

    Los Angeles

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2019

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    In spite of a disappointing start when the party at our table lingered and lingered and after waiting an additional 20 minutes we were seated in the rear patio area and had our usual excellent Smitty's experience. Make reservations for the first seating is the answer because people tend not to leave.

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    Traveller

    New York Area

    11 reviews

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    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2019

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    Our waiter offered us a choice of "specials" without advising about the costs. One of our party selected one of these items assuming it would be about the same as similar items on the regular menu. It turned out that the selected meal was about twice the cost of the other similar items. We got a bit of a shock when the bill came. In our opinion, the waiter should have advised when he saw we were ordering a more expensive item. Not every diner is oblivious to the cost of their meal.

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    TeresaF

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2019

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    I love this spot and usually rate a 5. We were two women dining and were seated first at a table that was hidden behind a booth (worst in the house) and literally was like being under burger warming lights. The glare was crazy. They could not turn down the lights so we were moved to a table behind the bar... not great either... lots of traffic. There were other tables and o had a reservation so not great placement. Otherwise, it was fun, easy and delicious.

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    meromo

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2019

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    One of our few "stand-by" restaurants whose service and food has not diminished in the last few years.

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    DIANAP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 11, 2019

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    A business colleague and I meet at Smitty's monthly, and always ask to be seated in Judith's section. She represents the restaurant well - she is friendly, helpful, efficient and a joy to work with. When I was there on Wednesday, I noticed that her usual section had been limited, and wonder why? I have never noticed her having difficulty serving all of us.

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    Paul

    Los Angeles

    101 reviews

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    5.0

    101 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2019

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    Smitty's is a go-to for a business lunch. Great service. Good food and a really perfect ambience. Love it!

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    LarryP

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2019

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    My sister and I consider Smittys our favorite restaurant. We go for lunch and dinner and have never been disappointed. I have taken numerous friends there and they have all raved about it. Idon't think I need to say anything else.

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    DrRevenue

    Los Angeles

    125 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    125 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2019

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    I love Smitty's...it is a long ride-2 hours but worth it. Daniel, the Maitre d' was terrific...server terrific...food wonderful...I'd drive just for the corn bread...I'll come back soon, I hope.

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    PeterB

    Los Angeles

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2019

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    Smitty's never disappoints - my go-to lunch and dinner venue. Great food, service and atmosphere.

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    annie91108

    Los Angeles

    25 reviews

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    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2019

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    Our favorite neighborhood spot.

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    Giulioni

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2019

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    Smitty’s has raised the bar for all restaurants in Pasadena - food, service, environment and all at a reasonable price.

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    tang

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

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    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2019

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    My husband and my girl friend’s husband celebrated their birthday together today for lunch at the Smitty’s . They really put their heart into it by giving us handwriting Birthday card and beautiful orchard flower. We are very touch by all of this. The food is always delicious, every staff is very friendly. Will go again. Thank you Smitty’s !

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    MarkW

    Los Angeles

    36 reviews

    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2019

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    The Old Fashions are the best in town. My steak was to die for.

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    ReneG

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2019

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    Service is always great!

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    DrMichael

    Los Angeles

    31 reviews

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    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2019

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    Smitty's is becoming our go to place in Pasadena. /Everything from the barrel aged Old Fashions to the succulent prime rib is great, well prepared and exquisitely served.

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    Juku

    Los Angeles

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2019

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    We’ve been to Smitty’s for several special occasion dinners. High end comfort food. We had the fried chicken and meatloaf but have also tried the chicken pot pie on past occasions. Healthy portions & all tasty & worth ordering. Some come with sides & others do not so we ordered creamed spinach & fries. Cocktails were rather small but that shouldn’t stop you from coming here. Overall, great place.

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    MikeB

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2019

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    Good food and service. We will be back again.

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    GailJ

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 29, 2019

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    I booked a special birthday lunch for my assistant and have to be honest, the service was disappointing. While the restaurant provided nice touches like an orchid and a card for my assistant's special lunch (which were appreciated), the gestures were off set by the fact that our waitress made NO effort to be friendly or engaging. When the waitress brought her a birthday desert she just set it down, made no eye contact with my assistant, didn't say a word and walked away. I thought, wow, not at all what I was expecting from this venerable Pasadena institution. Additionally, the restaurant was quite noisy at 12:30 p.m.. The food was fine, but unfortunately the overall experience didn't leave me satisfied.

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    scotty0Tam

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2019

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    great ambiance, food was excellent, my hubby cleaned his plate!

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    ToddMichaelG4

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2019

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    The Hangar Steak with chimichurri sauce was a special that night. It was cooked perfect medium rare and the mashed potatoes and asparagus were excellent sides. Didn't leave anything on the plate! Waiter was very kind and patient with our group of three. Thank you.

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    AdrinehA

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2019

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    I hate giving any bad review, but I generally do not like to dine in a noisy, dish banging, child crying, and loud speaking restaurant. The noise level totally put me off. If I knew it would have been that loud I would not have made the reservation. But I have to admit that everyone in the group enjoyed their meals, especially my sons who were celebrating their birthday with their mom!!! However, my chicken piccata was little too sour, and I totally had very bad reaction to it later that night. Since, I personally prefer to enjoy my dinner in a calm and relaxing atmosphere, especially if I am going to spend a lot of money, I am sorry but I cannot recommend Smitty's for its ambiance and noise.

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    Wagross

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    2.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2019

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    Chilli was cold, chicken paillard was way over cooked

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    Cali2Florida

    Orlando

    2 reviews

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    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2019

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    Old Pasadena charming restaurant with a classy modern ambiance specializing in comfort food and done well. On a recent trip visiting from Orlando, FL, my husband and I liked our beef stroganoff and short ribs with mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts that we had our first visit so much that we returned 3 nights later with our 2 daughters and their husband and boyfriend. 4 of us split 2 large prime rib dinners and the portions were still generous. Daughter's boyfriend said his chicken pot pie was the best he ever had. Tossed green salad was even really good. Great service as well. Servers wear crisp white shirts and ties. Our new special occasion restaurant for the family. Only downside is it's a bit noisy, but hey, it's because it's popular and everyones having a good time :).

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    PeterB

    Los Angeles

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2019

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    Smitty's is always my go-to place for a great lunch or dinner - excellent food, service and atmosphere.

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    Daniel

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2019

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    Waiters need training. Like most restaurants in LA. Chicken pie was far too hot to eat.

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