Eat Drink Play 2019

EaT DRiN K PL aY 

YOUR GUIDE TO PASADENA AREA DINING, DRINKING AND FUN 

THE ABC’S OF 

DINING OUT 

Whatever your dining 

needs may be, PW has 

you covered from A to Z 

SOCIAL 

HORIZONS 

In Pasadena, Happy 

Hour is on its own 

schedule 

IDEA GUIDE 

Good suggestions 

for a great time

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WHETHER YOU’RE AT A RESTAURANT WITH FRIENDS, ON A DATE AT A HIP LOCAL 

TAVERN, OR JUST GRABBING A QUICK BITE FROM A FOOD TRUCK, PW HAS YOU 

COVERED FROM A TO Z 

BY EVELYN GARCIA 

13 SOCIAL HORIZONS 

IN PASADENA, HAPPY HOUR IS ON ITS OWN SCHEDULE 

BY MICHAEL SPRAGUE 

16 IDEA GUIDE 

GOOD SUGGESTIONS FOR A GREAT TIME 

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The ABCs of Dining Out 

WHETHER YOU’RE AT A RESTAURANT WITH FRIENDS, ON A DATE AT A HIP LOCAL TAVERN, OR JUST 

GRABBING A QUICK BITE FROM A FOOD TRUCK, PW HAS YOU COVERED FROM A TO Z 

BY EVELYN GARCIA 

A - Appetizers 

Almost as important as a good meal is a 

stellar appetizer menu. Whether out of indecisiveness 

or a smaller appetite, I love skipping 

out on entrees and instead ordering several 

shareable starters. Sierra Fusion (sierrafusion.com) 

offers a great variety in starters 

from empanadas to chicken pot pie and crispy 

rice. Granville (granvillecafe.com) boasts 

some of the best flatbread options and their 

bacon cheeseburger, and Maestro scores on 

modern Mexican with a tamale and tacos 

ahogados — crispy taquitos with fixings. 

B - Bottomless (Mimosas) 

The theme was going to be Brunch for “B” 

and as I was writing, realized the best 

part about it is the bottomless mimosas 

anyway, so here we are. Luckily, Edwin 

Mills by the Equator (edwinmills.com) is 

in the heart of Old Pasadena and has the best 

bottomless mimosa menu. Just $18 will get you 

two hours of specialty mimosas like pomegranate, 

peach raspberry, lychee, and a morning 

you might not remember drinking them. 

C - Chicken 

In the last year there has been a wave of 

new, trendy restaurants for chicken lovers 

of all kinds. Chicken is no longer associated 

with being dry and bland, served with a side of 

vegetables. Restaurants are now claiming it as 

a specialty, serving exciting, spicy and deepfried 

dishes of goodness, many of which have 

been covered in PW. From Roscoe’s Chicken 

& Waffles (roscoeschickenandwaffles.com), 

Blazin’ Hot Chicken, which excels in spice, 

and Daddy’s Chicken Shack (daddyschickenshack.com), 

which creates a homey feel with 

sliders, to Crack Shack (crackshack.com), a 

more rowdy experience that offers some of the 

best fried chicken and beer, Pasadena is clearly 

prepared to satisfy all tastes. 

D - Date Night 

Pasadena is one of the best places to go on 

a date night, with its endless choices of great 

restaurants (casual and fine dining), bars, 

breweries, nightlife, museums, and theaters — 

all within a 20-block radius. Just take a stroll 

down Colorado Boulevard on a Friday night 

and you’ll know the right place when you see it. 

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E - Entertainment 

There is also no shortage of entertainment in Pasadena. 

The Pasadena Civic Auditorium hosts shows like 

“The Nutcracker,” the Convention Center is home to all 

kinds of expos, and the Rose Bowl has seen the likes of 

Beyonce, The Rolling Stones, and some of the biggest 

sports events, including FIFA World Cup Finals, Summer 

Olympics matches, and five Super Bowls. 

F - Friends 

Not all bars are created equal. Some have scant seating 

room, high table tops only, a sad attempt at a bar 

menu, or not a good enough beer selection. King’s Row 

Gastropub (kingsrowpub.com) gets it. With an outdoor 

patio, ample seating inside, arcade games to enjoy, and 

some of the friendliest bartenders you’ll ever meet, 

you’ll want to bring your friends and never leave. 

G - Grandiose 

One of the best things about Pasadena’s favorite burrito 

at Lucky Boy (luckyboyburgers.com) is its size. Just 

about every review about it raves about the enormous 

portions before they get around to how great it tastes. 

Easily shareable, or split between two meals, Lucky 

Boy’s burritos are one of the most indulgent meals you 

can have — and not regret a single bite. 

H - Home 

Nothing beats a restaurant that is so cozy that it 

evokes the feeling of enjoying a meal at home. The Pan 

(thepan1.com) is exactly that kind of place. It reminds 

me of staying over a friend’s house as a kid and waking 

up to the smell of pancakes. You walk over to their 

mom’s quirky kitchen and suddenly it’s the one of the 

best weekends you’ve ever had. 

I - Instagram-worthy 

What are ornate, picture-perfect dishes without an 

Instagram post? An estimated 36,000 followers generate 

thousands of likes per photo, with videos showcasing 

the best looking dishes imaginable. Brick and Flour 

(brickandflour.com) best exemplifies the importance 

of social media today. Word of mouth is crucial, but a 

picture really is worth a thousand words, and maybe a 

thousand bucks. 

J - Juice 

Remember when Oprah walked out on stage at the Oscars 

and attributed her weight loss to a liquid diet? Years 

and some controversy later, we can’t seem to get enough 

of our liquids — juicing, juice cleansing, and most recently 

the celery juice craze. By now though, we have a much 

better grasp of how to consume them in an even healthier 

ways with Pressed Juicery (pressedjuicery.com) and 

Nektar Juice Bar (nekterjuicebar.com). 

K - Karaoke 

The only time and place where people who are tone 

deaf but love to sing are safe — where those that can 

belt out Whitney or Aretha go to show off their talent 

and entertain a crowd. I was surprised to learn after 

years of dropping by Barney’s Beanery (barneysbeanery.com) 

that they hold Karaoke nights on the weekend. 

It’s held on the underground level, which is more intimate, 

and the encouragement from those watching is as 

enjoyable as the singers themselves. 

L - Local 

Even though we have our fair share of popular chains 

all over the city, and more and more that appear every 

other month, it’s important to continue supporting locally 

owned businesses — a win-win for everyone. 

M - Meats 

Is there anything more glorious than a giant steak or 

stack of ribs? Alexander’s Steakhouse (alexanderssteakhouse.com) 

and Gus’s BBQ (gussbbq.com) know 

the answer to that. Both offer a diverse menu with the 

best quality and serious dedication to their respective 

crafts. Meat lovers, unite! 


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N - Nightlife 

While it may be tempting to make the trek to LA for a 

bar now and then, the nightlife scene in Pasadena is just 

as good, and arguably better, in my opinion. No pretentious 

waits to get into a bar or club that’s not worth it, 

plenty of nearby parking, officers patrolling up and down 

streets for safety, and, best of all, the amazing bars and 

lounges themselves. 

O - Old Fashioned 

America’s favorite meal meets one of Pasadena’s longest 

standing establishments: Pie N’ Burger (pienburger.com). 

Voted one of America’s best cheeseburgers by 

the Food Network in 2015, it still looks like it did when it 

opened in 1963. The milkshakes are still made the same 

way, and the recipe hasn’t changed either. 

P - People Pleaser 

Since my first visit, I have long believed there is 

no restaurant that excels in catering to any person 

that walks in their door the way True Food Kitchen 

(truefoodkitchen.com) does. Steak tacos, poke, pastas, 

flatbreads, sandwiches, as well as gluten free, dairy free, 

and vegan options are all excellent and made with the 

best seasonal ingredients. Cocktails, beer and several 

juices are made in-house, and their killer patio on a summer 

night makes for a most satisfactory dinner. 

Q - Quick 

Dog Haus (doghaus.com) — the ultimate stop for fast 

casual. Good food, good beer, good times. 

R - Reader Recommended 

The best that Pasadena has to offer, places which 

patrons have loved for years: Mijares Mexican Restaurant 

(mijaresrestaurant.com), The Arbour (Thearbourpasadena.com), 

Lucky Boy (luckyboyburgers.com), 

All India Café (allindiacafe.com), The Raymond 1886 

(theraymond.com). Parkway Grill (theparkwaygrill. 

com), Kabuki Japanese Restaurant (kabukirestaurants.com) 

and Burrito Express (mexicanfoodpasadena.com) 

are all must-try restaurants. 

S - Service 

Last year’s theme for “S” was Staff, highlighting some 

of the best restaurant staffs in Pasadena, and this year 

(and every year, really) it’s just as important. A great 

meal can be made exponentially better with amazing 

service, and last year’s Best Staff went to Tom’s Burgers 

31 (tomsfamouscom.wpcomstaging.com) which is 

not a full service restaurant. This is a true testament to 

the experience they provide to their customers. Their 

reviews alone are enough to get people in the door — the 

amazing food is an added bonus. 

T - Treats 

One of the most well-known treats in Pasadena and 

beyond are Dots Cupcakes (dotscupcakes.com), even 

after 10 years in business. Their unique flavors alternate 

daily and they constantly introduce new flavors to the 

menu. From dulce de leche to hazelnut crunch and passion 

fruit, these delectable treats will have you salivating. 

U - UberEats 

Grub hub, Postmates, Doordash … Am I missing any? 

The food delivery apps we millennials love and cherish 

like nut butters and alternative milk options deliver all 

of the best restaurants in the city. So if you’re like me, 

drinking Starbucks I had delivered to my home, join in 

on the lazy fun. 


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V - Vegan 

Vegan options today are as sought after on menus as 

much as Weight Watchers points were in the ’90s and 

early 2000s. Veganism, while one of the most restrictive 

diets, is easily great tasting whether or not you’re a 

meat eater. Best of all, it does infinitely more good for 

the environment. Real Food Daily (realfood.com) has 

a menu that’d have even the most serious of carnivores 

considering taking the leap. 

W - Wine 

If there is anything Pasadena is not short of, it is 

alcohol. Sometimes all you need is a glass of wine and 

some cheese to make for a great night out. The Cellar 

(lecella.com) and Bodega Wine Bar (bodegawinebar. 

com) are both what dreams are made of. They boast a 

hefty wine list and an array of cheese and charcuterie 

boa rds with a dimly lit a mbia nce. 

X - Xiao-Long bao 

Bao, dumplings, wontons, noodles, and the best dim 

sum — Lunasia Dim Sum House has it all, and then 

some. This Pasadena staple has long held various winning 

and reader recommended titles in PW’s annual the 

Best of Pasadena editions, and it’s no secret why. 

Y - YOLO 

You only live once, so get AYCE (All you can eat). I 

have a friend who truly believes the only way to have 

sushi is to order all you can eat, and I can hardly argue 

it’s not a good outlook to have. So skip breakfast, put 

on stretchy pants and have as many rolls as your heart 

desires. 

Z - Zweet Cafe 

While there are a plethora of coffee shops and bakeries 

to choose from in Pasadena, Zweet Café (zweetcafe.com) 

is one that has come up time and time again 

as the perfect hang-out and working spot. With ample 

comfortable seating, breakfast and lunch options, 

strong wifi and even stronger coffee, it’s the perfectly 

cozy place for a study session or coffee date. ■ 

Sierra Fusion 

120 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., 

Sierra Madre 

(626) 355-3030 

sierrafusion.com 

Granville 

270 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena 

(626) 360-7633 

granvillecafe.com 

Edwin Mills by 

the Equator 

22 Mills Place, Pasadena 

(626) 564-8656 

edwinmills.com 

Roscoe’s Chicken 

& Waffles 

830 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena 

(626) 791-4890 

roscoeschickenandwa 

fles.com 

Blazin’ Hot Chicken 

2660 Honolulu Ave., 

Montrose 

(818) 330-3353 

Daddy’s Chicken Shack 

11 W. Dayton St., Pasadena 

(626) 469-0017 

daddyschickenshack.com 

Crack Shack 

30 W Green St, Pasadena, 

CA 91105 

(424) 901-0077 

crackshack.com 

King’s Row Gastropub 

20 E. Colorado Blvd., 

Pasadena 

(626) 793-3010 

kingsrowpub.com 

Lucky Boy 

640 S. Arroyo Parkway, 

Pasadena 

(626) 793-0120 

531 E. Walnut St., Pasadena 

(626) 793-7079 

luckyboyburgers.com 

The Pan 

57 E. Holly St., Pasadena 

(626) 469-0099 

thepan1.com 

Brick and Flour 

1015 N. Pacific Ave., 

Glendale 

(818) 484-8449 

brickandflour.com 

Pressed Juicery 


Pasadena 

(626) 696-3593 

pressedjuicery.com 

Nektar Juice Bar. 

The Shops On Lake Avenue 

345 S. Lake Ave., Suite. 110, 

Pasadena 

(818) 928-3300 

nekterjuicebar.com 

Barney’s Beanery 

99 E Colorado Blvd, 

Pasadena 

(626) 405-9777 

barneysbeanery.com 

Alexander’s Steakhouse 

111 N. Los Robles Ave., 

Pasadena 

(626) 486-1111 

alexanderssteakhouse.com 

Gus’s BBQ 

808 Fair Oaks Ave., South 

Pasadena 

(626) 799-3251 

gussbbq.com 




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Pie N’ Burger 


913 E. California Blvd., 

Pasadena 

(626) 795-1123 

pienburger.com 

True Food Kitchen 

168 W. Colorado Blvd., 

Pasadena, 

(626) 639-6818 

truefoodkitchen.com 

Dog Haus 

168 W. Colorado Blvd., 

Pasadena 

(626) 639-6818 

105 N. Hill Ave., 


(626) 577-4287 

22 Central Ct., Pasadena 

(626) 796-4287 

doghaus.com 

Mijares Mexican 

Restaurant 

145 Palmetto Drive, Pasadena 

(626) 792-2763 

1806 E. Washington Blvd., 

Pasadena 

(626) 794-6674 

mijaresrestaurant.com 

The Arbour 


527 S Lake Ave Suite 120, 


(626) 396-4925 

Thearbourpasadena.com 

All India Café 

39 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena 

(626) 440-0309 

316 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale 

(818) 937-9966 

allindiacafe.com 

The Raymond 1886 

1250 S. Fair Oaks Ave., 

Pasadena 

(626) 441-3136 

theraymond.com 

Parkway Grill 


Pasadena 

(626) 795-1001 

theparkwaygrill.com 

Kabuki Japanese 

Restaurant 

88 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena 

(626) 568-9310 

3539 E. Foothill Blvd., 

Pasadena 

(626) 351-8963 

kabukirestaurants.com 

Burrito Express 

1597 E. Washington Blvd., 

Pasadena 

(626) 798-0844 

mexicanfoodpasadena.com 

Tom’s Burgers 31 

1130 E. Walnut St., Pasadena 

(626) 577-7717 

tomsfamouscom.wpcoms 

taging.com 

Dots Cupcakes 

21 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena 

(626) 744-7719 


Pasadena 

(626) 568-3687 

dotscupcakes.com 

Real Food Daily 


899 E. Del Mar Blvd., Pasadena 

(626) 844-8900 

realfood.com 

The Cellar: A Wine Library 

26 E Colorado Blvd, 


(626) 578-9156 

lecellar.com 

Bodega Wine Bar 

The Paseo 


Pasadena 

(626) 793-4300 

bodegawinebar.com 

Lunasia Dim Sum House 


Pasadena 

(626) 793-8822 

Zweet Café 

4682 Eagle Rock Blvd., 

Eagle Rock 

(323) 305-4038 •zweetcafe.com

Social H izons 

IN PASADENA, HAPPY HOUR IS ON ITS OWN SCHEDULE 

BY MICHAEL SPRAGUE 

There is no bad time for happy hour in Pasadena. 

Let me revise that. 

The only bad time for a happy hour is when you 

walk into a restaurant two minutes after it has ended. 

Happy hours, like meals, are unifying. They fill in 

life’s gaps, much like my therapist tells me I use selfdeprecating 

humor and food to fill my emotional gaps. In 

all seriousness, happy hour is a situational goldmine. 

Whether for an after-work decompression session 

with colleagues (in which you can use the end of happy 

hour as cover for a graceful exit), or it’s just Wednesday 

and you need some $5 drinks to help forget the previous 

eight hours. If there is a restaurant that you have longingly 

clamored to visit but the menu proves over budget, a happy 

hour menu opens your social horizons. 

Of course, happy hour is not merely an excuse 

to drink. Some happy hour menus drop small 

plate and appetizer prices so low that you 

can try everything (been there: by 5:30 my 

table is a landscape of white ceramic and 

resembles a carnival game.) 

In an effort to check all of the 

boxes, I have scoured this wonderful 

city for the essential happy hour 

spots for every situation. 

The “Accessible” Happy Hour 

In an act of pure graciousness to foodies, 

Alexander’s Steakhouse (alexanderssteakhouse.com), 

arguably one of the 

city’s finest culinary destinations, has a 

gracious happy hour that puts their elevated 

cuisine in reach of foodies whose palates are 

in a higher bracket than their income. With a 

sub-$20 wagyu burger ($16) smothered in a coffee 

bacon jam, cheddar and fries paired with one of their 

$5 craft beers, or plenty of $10 and below cocktails available 

during happy hour, you’ve just ordered from a Michelin 

starred family of restaurant for less than it costs to park in 

most places. Alexander’s “social hour” is on the shorter side, 

offered Monday through Friday evenings from 5 to 6:30 p.m. 



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The “Co-Worker Bonding” 

Happy Hour 

Hanging out with co-workers 

outside of work can be tricky. 

There is always the awkwardness 

of separating 

checks, feeling held hostage 

if you are stuck in 

a booth between people 

you know nothing 

more about than where 

their cubicles are. And, of 

course, with traditional seating it 

can be difficult to move around and mingle with the office 

mate with whom you share interests. 

Hence, the perfect place to head for happy hour is 

Congregation Ale House (congregationalehouse.com), 

at the corner of Del Mar Boulevard and South Raymond 

Avenue. The stained glass windowed house of beer whose 

happy hour is referred to as “mass” — has a $2 discount 

on their pub food and pizzas and $5 drink specials and 

discounted pours. What makes Congregation the ideal 

place for co-worker outings is the open floor space and 

seating so you can easily shift away from the guy who 

is venting a little too much. The tongue-in-cheek church 

theme and alcohol lends itself to some potentially controversial 

conversation which is always entertaining. 

Most importantly the walk-up ordering system makes it 

all-but-impossible for anyone to get forgetful when 

it comes time to separate checks. 

The “I’m Here to Eat” 

Happy Hour 

A more recent addition to 

the Pasadena world, Granville 

(granville.net), has happy hour 

hors d’oeuvres and small plates 

on special and a range of dining 

areas, including a rooftop 

bar. 

Here, there are all the 

cocktail specials you could 

ask for. But what makes Granville’s 

happy hour the best (besides 

the cool factor of the rooftop bar) is 

their food options. All priced lower, their 

decked out flatbreads are only $7, or you can go 

the classy route with the smoked salmon spread and rye 

chips for the same price. Or for less than most fast-food 

meals, you can take in the chill atmosphere with the 

happy-hour-priced $5 flourless chocolate cake, a delectable 

treat whose praises I sang when I first reviewed the 

place a few months ago. 

EAT 

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PASADENA ADENA 

WEEKLY 

The “I Need to Forget” Happy Hour 

Edwin Mills by Equator (edwinmills.com) holds a 

special place in my heart. It was the first restaurant I covered 

for the Pasadena Weekly and got day drunk on their 

bottomless mimosas, served with a seemingly endless 

variety of juices. They do not play around when it comes 

to their drinks, so obviously their happy-hour deals are 

going to be on another level. 

Edwin Mills’ happy hour runs from 4 p.m. until closing 

time. Specials change daily. On Mondays their alcohol and 

appetizers are half-off. On Tuesdays you can catch live 

music starting at 7 p.m. and $3 martinis, mixed drinks 

and bottled beer. 

On thirsty Thursdays, happy hour takes the “It’s five 

o’clock somewhere” approach and starts at 11 a.m. 

Bottom’s Up! 

Alexander’s Steakhouse 

111 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena 

(626)486-1111 


Granville 

270 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena 

(626) 360-7633 

granville.net 

Edwin Mills by Equator 

22 Mills Place, Pasadena 

(626) 564-8656 

edwinmills.com 

Congregation Ale House 

300 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena 

(626) 403-2337 

congregationalehouse.com


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Stage, an Art Walk, games and activities for the whole family. 

A NOISE WITHIN 

3352 E. Foothill Blvd. 

(626) 356-3100 

Don’t miss A Noise Within’s 2019-2020 “They Played With Fire” Season 

that embraces the incandescent power of change. Their productions for the 

season are peopled with formidable characters—torches in hand—willing 

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features the California Premiere of Nick Dear’s adaptation of Mary Shelley’s 

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of the Ocean (Sept. 22 – Nov. 16), and Sam Shepard’s Pulitzer Prize-winning 

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ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE 

111 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena 

(626) 486-1111 


Alexander’s Steakhouse welcomes you to experience American steakhouse 

cuisine with an innovative and elegant global inspiration. Our menu features 

Certified Angus Beef from the Mid-West, corn-fed and dry-aged for 28 days 

for unparalleled flavor. We take pride in serving the fi nest and most luxurious 

ingredients available including authentic Japanese wagyu beef. The expansive 

wine selection at Alexander’s Steakhouse is designed to perfectly compliment 

this modern twist on an American classic. 

THE ARBOUR 

527 S. Lake Ave., Suite 120 in Pasadena 

thearbourpasadena.com 

A farm to table fine dining restaurant focusing on local ingredients and 

exceptional service, “The Arbour” pays homage to the building it is housed in 

while also sticking to the theme of a true California restaurant. Chef Gresik 

has centered the menu on local farms to create seasonal menus that ensure 

all ingredients are robust in flavor. The Arbour also prides itself in offering 

an extensive California centric wine list along with hand crafted cocktails. 

Whether you’re enjoying an exquisite meal in the dining room, savoring a bite 

on the enclosed patio, relaxing with a hand crafted cocktail at the bar or having 

a memorable moment in the private “California” dining room, The Arbour 

will always deliver exceptional quality that you can taste and experience. 

THE CHICKEN KOOP 

101 W. Main St., Alhambra 

thecheckenkoop.com 

The Chicken Koop, a fast casual concept that invites diners to kick back and 

enjoy a high quality American Classic twist. Relaxed, Modern & Fun environment. 

Our family is big, loud, and opinionated, but one thing we agree on is 

that we love to eat. The Chicken Koop, good food quality and good customer 

service is what we strive for. Our simply roasted chicken with a variety of 

fresh homemade dipping sauces will wet your palates and guarantee to make 

your mouth water for more. There’s something for everyone, so from our 

family to yours, “Come over! It’s time to eat!” 

CLUB 54 

54 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena 

(626) 793-0608 

club54lounge.com 

Thank You for making us the No. 1 rated dance club in Old Town Pasadena. 

Experience Club 54’s three levels of music, food, and fully stocked bars. VIP 

seating in spacious booths and bottle service are available upon request. 

Come in and be part of the buzz. Contact us for corporate or private events. 

Must be 21 to enter 

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KABUKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT 

(626) 568-9310 

3539 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena 

(626) 351-8963 

kabukirestaurants.com 

Kabuki is a full-service, casual Japanese restaurant chain with 18 locations in 

Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas. The restaurants showcase traditional 

and innovative Japanese cuisine, creative cocktails and contemporary interior 

designs. The menu is led by R&D Director and Executive Corporate Chef Masa 

Kurihara and offers dishes for the adventurous sushi-lover to the vegetarian 

diner. The beverage program features classic cocktails, wine and beer, as well 

as inventive sake libations. The perfect spot for Happy Hour, date night and 

your next family meal. Look for the Red Mask. 

MARGARITA’S 

155 S. Rosemead Blvd., Pasadena 

(626) 449-4224 

margaritaspasaena.com 

The name may say Margaritas, but this is a full-service Mexican restaurant. 

Tortillas are made by hand daily, and the weekday Buffet Brunch allows you to 

quickly and inexpensively eat to your heart’s content. Yes, the margaritas are 

to die for. Also open for Sunday brunch. 

OUE SKYSPACE LA 

633 West 5th Street, Los Angeles on the 70th fl oor of the iconic U.S. 

Bank Tower. 

(213) 894-900 

OUE-Skyspace.com 

Located in the center of the creative capital of the world, see how Los Angeles 

is home to some of the most iconic films and TV shows, discover the many 

musicians and bands who started their careers here, check out memorabilia 

from your favorite LA sports team that will impress any fan and see a side of 

LA you didn’t know. Once you arrive at the top, come take in the 360-degree 

skyline views from California’s tallest open-air terraces and engage with interactive 

technology to discover little-known facts that will enhance the skyline 

view. You can also unlock augmented reality experiences throughout that 

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for a thrill, ride the 45-foot all-glass Skyslide nearly 1,000 ft. above downtown 

LA or soak in the sun and sip locally sourced wine and beer. Plan your trip 

this summer by using promo code PASADENA19 at OUE-Skyspace.com 

PASADENA CERTIFIED FARMERS’ MARKET 

(626) 449-0179 

pasadenafarmersmarket.org. 

Tuesdays-Villa Parke Community Center 

Saturdays -Victory Park 

Enjoy fresh local fruits, vegetables and farm products! If you have never been 

to a farmers’ market, you are in for a real treat. You’ll love the experience of 

buying directly from the farmer that grows the food. What you’ll love even 

more is the fresh, delicious taste of locally grown, nutritious fruits, vegetables 

and farm products. Our certified vendors only sell what they grow. Or, to put 

it another way, they won’t sell you anything that they did not grow. You know 

where your food came from and who grew it for you! ATM for market’s tokens 

on site and EBT accepted. Open rain or shine. 

THE ARBOUR 

527 S. Lake Ave., Suite 120 in Pasadena 

thearbourpasadena.com 

A farm to table fine dining restaurant focusing on local ingredients and 

exceptional service, “The Arbour” pays homage to the building it is housed in 

while also sticking to the theme of a true California restaurant. Chef Gresik 

has centered the menu on local farms to create seasonal menus that ensure 

all ingredients are robust in flavor. The Arbour also prides itself in offering 

an extensive California centric wine list along with hand crafted cocktails. 

Whether you’re enjoying an exquisite meal in the dining room, savoring a bite 

on the enclosed patio, relaxing with a hand crafted cocktail at the bar or having 

a memorable moment in the private “California” dining room, The Arbour 

will always deliver exceptional quality that you can taste and experience. 

THE CHICKEN KOOP 

101 W. Main St., Alhambra 

thecheckenkoop.com 

The Chicken Koop, a fast casual concept that invites diners to kick back and 

enjoy a high quality American Classic twist. Relaxed, Modern & Fun environment. 

Our family is big, loud, and opinionated, but one thing we agree on is 

that we love to eat. The Chicken Koop, good food quality and good customer 

service is what we strive for. Our simply roasted chicken with a variety of 

fresh homemade dipping sauces will wet your palates and guarantee to make 

your mouth water for more. There’s something for everyone, so from our 

family to yours, “Come over! It’s time to eat!” ■ 


EAT • DRINK • PLAY 

— IDEA GUIDE — 

The following list (including select “Best of Pasadena” awardees) should be helpful 

in generating ideas of where best to Eat, Drink and Play in the Pasadena area! 

EAT 

18 

BEST RESTAURANT 

2018 WINNER 

DOG HAUS 

105 N. HILL AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 577-4287 DOGHAUS.COM 

93 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA I (626) 683-0808 

2018 READER RECOMMENDED 

HOUSTON’S 

320 S. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA 

(626) 577-6001 I HILLSTONE.COM/HOUSTONS 

UNION 

37 E. UNION ST., PASADENA 

(626) 795-5841 | UNIONPASADENA.COM 

BEST NEW RESTAURANT 

2018 WINNER 

THE ARBOUR 

527 S. LAKE AVE. SUITE 120, PASADENA 

(626) 396-4925 | THEARBOURPASADENA.COM 


NICK’S PASADENA 

336 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 787-1444 | NICKSRESTAURANTS.COM 

MERCADO 

140 S. LAKE AVE., NO. 101, PASADENA 

626-345-5778 | COCINASYCALAVERAS.COM 

BEST CHEF 

2018 WINNER 

CLAUD BELTRAN 

PERRY’S BY CLAUD BELTRAN 

928 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 898-7900 | DUSIT.COM/ 

BACCHUS’ KITCHEN 

1384 E. WASHINGTON BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 594-6377 | BACCHUSKITCHEN.COM 

THE EATERY ON ALLEN 

488 N. ALLEN AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 688-7256 | EATERYONALLEN.COM 


BRUCE KALMAN 

UNION 


(626) 795-5841 | UNIONPASADENA.COM 

ANTHONY BAR 

FAUBOURG 

74 W. SIERRA MADRE BLVD., SIERRA MADRE 

(626) 836-5700 | DINEFAUBOURG.COM 

IAN GRESIK 

THE ARBOUR 

527 S. LAKE AVE., SUITE 120, PASADENA 

(626) 396-4925 | THEARBOURPASADENA.COM 

BEST RESTAURANT STAFF 

2018 WINNER 

TOM’S FAMOUS FAMILY RESTAURANT 

1130 E. WALNUT ST., PASADENA 

EAT • DRINK • PLAY PASADENA WEEKLY 

(626) 577-7717 | TOMSFAMOUS.COM 


TRUE FOOD KITCHEN 

168 W. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 639-6818 | TRUEFOODKITCHEN.COM 

PASADENA SANDWICH COMPANY 

259 SIERRA MADRE VILLA AVE., NO.102, PASADENA 

(626) 578-1616 

PASADENASANDWICHCOMPANY.COM 

LA GRANDE ORANGE CAFÉ 

260 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 356-4444 | LGOSTATIONCAFE.COM 

BEST BUSINESS LUNCH 

2018 WINNER 

SMITTY’S GRILL 


(626) 792-9999 | SMITTYSGRILL.COM 


ALL INDIA CAFÉ 

39 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 440-0309 | ALLINDIACAFECA.COM 

NICK’S PASADENA 


(626) 787-1444 | NICKSRESTAURANTS.COM 

BEST CHEAP EATS 

2018 WINNER 

LUCKY BOY 


(626) 793-0120 | LUCKYBOYBURGERS.COM 


TOPS ON WALNUT 


(626) 584-0244 | TOPSBURGER.COM 

BLAZE PIZZA 


(626) 802-5352 | BLAZEPIZZA.COM 



(626) 577-7717 | TOMSFAMOUS.COM 

BEST OUTDOOR DINING 

2018 WINNER 

LA GRANDE ORANGE CAFÉ 




THE RAYMOND 1886 


(626) 441-3136 I THERAYMOND.COM 



(626) 639-6818 I TRUEFOODKITCHEN.COM 

URBAN PLATES 


(626) 441-3136 | THERAYMOND.COM 

BEST ROMANTIC RESTAURANT 

2018 WINNER 





CAFE SANTORINI 

64 W UNION ST., PASADENA 

(626) 564-4200 | CAFESANTORINI.COM 

PARKWAY GRILL 

510 S ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA 

(626) 795-1001 | THEPARKWAYGRILL.COM 

BEST SPECIAL OCCASION DINING 

2018 WINNER 

PARKWAY GRILL 

510 S ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA 

(626) 795-1001 | THEPARKWAYGRILL.COM 


ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE 

111 N. LOS ROBLES AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 486-1111 I ALEXANDERSSTEAKHOUSE.COM 




BEST FAMILY RESTAURANT 

2018 WINNER 


88 W. COLORADO BLVD. PASADENA 

(626) 568-9310 I KABUKIRESTAURANTS.COM 





BEST LATE NIGHT SNACK 

2018 WINNER 

KING TACO 

45 N. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA 

(626) 792-0405 | KINGTACO.COM 





PLATE 38 

2361 E. COLORADO BLVD, PASADENA 

(626) 793-7100 | PLATE38.COM 

BEST SUNDAY BRUNCH 

2018 WINNER 

THE TERRACE RESTAURANT AT THE LANGHAM 

HUNTINGTON 

1401 S. OAK KNOLL AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 568-3900 

LANGHAMHOTELS.COM/PASADENA 


MARSTON’S RESTAURANT 


(626) 796-2549 I MARSTONRESTAURANT.COM 

EDWIN MILLS BY EQUATOR 

22 MILLS PLACE, PASADENA 

(626) 564-8656 | EDWINMILLS.COM 

BEST ARMENIAN FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

ZANKOU CHICKEN 


(626) 405-1502 | ZANKOUCHICKEN.COM 


RAFFI’S CATERING AND BANQUET 

3887 E. SIERRA MADRE BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 351-0900 

SAHARA MIDDLE EASTERN 

RESTAURANT 


(626) 795-6900 I SAHARAPASADENA.COM 

BEST ASIAN FUSION 

2018 WINNER 

DAISY MINT 


(626) 792-2999 | DAISYMINT.COM 


BONE KETTLE 

67 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 795-5702 

BONEKETTLE.COM 

SIERRA FUSION 


(626) 355-3030 

SIERRAFUSION.COM 

BEST BAKERY 

2018 WINNER 

EURO PANE BAKERY 

345 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA (WEST) 

(626) 844-8804 


85°C BAKERY CAFE 

61 S. FAIR OAKS AVE. NO. 120, PASADENA 

(626) 792-8585 | 85CBAKERYCAFE.COM 

DOTS CUPCAKES 


(626) 568-3687 | DOTSCUPCAKES.COM 

SEED BAKERY 


(626) 486-2115 

SEEDBAKERYPASADENA.COM

• IDEA GUIDE • 

BEST BBQ 

2018 WINNER 

GUS’S BBQ 

808 FAIR OAKS AVE., SOUTH PASADENA 

(626) 799-3251 | GUSSBBQ.COM 


BONNIE B’S SMOKIN’ BBQ HEAVEN 

1280 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 794-0132 | BONNIEBSSMOKIN.COM 

ROBIN’S WOODFIRE BBQ 

395 N. ROSEMEAD AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 351-8885 | ROBINSBBQ.COM 

BEST BREAKFAST 

2018 WINNER 



(626) 577-7717 | TOMSFAMOUS 


RUSSELL’S 

30 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA I (626) 578-1404 

TWOHEY’S RESTAURANT 

1224 N. ATLANTIC BLVD., ALHAMBRA 

(626) 284-7387 | TOWHEYS.COM 

SANDWICHES BY CONNAL 


(626) 794-5018 

BEST BURGER 

2018 WINNER 

PIE ‘N BURGER 

913 E. CALIFORNIA BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 795-1123 | PIENBURGER.COM 


DOG HAUS 


(626) 577-4287 | DOGHAUS.COM 


ROUNDS PREMIUM BURGERS 


(626) 304-9810 | ROUNDSBURGERS.COM 

THE COUNTER PASADENA 

140 SHOPPERS LANE, PASADENA 

(626) 440-1008 | THECOUNTER.COM 

BEST BURRITO 

2018 WINNER 

LUCKY BOY 


(626) 793-0120 | LUCKYBOYBURGERS.COM 


BURRITO EXPRESS 


(626) 798-0844 

BURRITOEXPRESSPASADENA.COM 

KING TACO 


(626) 792-0405 

KINGTACO.COM 

BEST CALIFORNIA CUISINE 

2018 WINNER 

GREEN STREET RESTAURANT 

146 SHOPPERS LANE, PASADENA 

(626) 577-7170 I GREENSTREETRESTAURANT.COM 


BISTRO 45 

45 S. MENTOR AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 795-2478 | BISTRO45.COM 

A GRANDE ORANGE CAFÉ 



BEST CENTRAL AMERICAN FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

LA CARAVANA RESTAURANT 

1306 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA I (626) 791-7378 


MELY’S PUPUSERIA 


(626)794-1776 

MELYSPUPUSERIA.COM 

BEST CHINESE FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

PANDA INN 

3488 E. FOOTHILL BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 793-7300 | PANDAINN.COM 


YANG CHOW 


(626) 432-6868 | YANGCHOW.COM 

LUNASIA DIM SUM HOUSE 


(626) 793-8822 | LUNASIADIMSUMHOUSE.COM 

BEST CUPCAKES 

2018 WINNER 

DOTS CUPCAKES 




POLKATOTS CUPCAKES 

720 N. LAKE AVE., NO. 3, PASADENA 

(626) 798-3932 I POLKATOTSCUPCAKES.COM 

VANILLA BAKE SHOP 


(323) 204-4075 | VANILLABAKESHOP.COM 

BEST DELI/SANDWICHES 

2018 WINNER 

PASADENA SANDWICH COMPANY 

259 SIERRA MADRE VILLA AVE. NO. 102, 

PASADENA I (626) 578-1616 

PASADENASANDWICHCOMPANY.COM 


UNION STREET SANDWICH CO. 


(626) 639-3575 | UNIONSANDWICH.COM 

ROMA MARKET 


(626) 797-7748 | ROMAMARKETS.COM 

SANDWICHES BY CONNAL 


(626) 794-5018 

BEST DESSERT 

2018 WINNER 

AMARA CHOCOLATE & COFFEE 


(626) 744-1765 | AMARACHOCOLATE.COM 


DOTS CUPCAKES 



EUROPANE 

345 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA (WEST) 

(626) 844-8804 

JULIENNE FINE FOODS 

& CELEBRATIONS 

2651 MISSION ST., SAN MARINO 

(626) 441-2290 | JULIENNETOGO.COM 

BEST DIM SUM 

2018 WINNER 



(626) 793-8822 I |UNASIADIMSUMHOUSE.COM 


DIN TAI FUNG 

THE AMERICANA AT BRAND 

177 CARUSO AVE., GLENDALE 

(818) 551-5561 | DINTAIFUNGUSA.COM 

BEST DUMPLINGS 

2018 WINNER 

DIN TAI FUNG 

THE AMERICANA AT BRAND 

177 CARUSO AVE., GLENDALE 

(818) 551-5561 | DINTAIFUNGUSA.COM 




(626) 793-8822 I LUNASIADIMSUMHOUSE.COM 



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SHADONG DUMPLINGS 

80 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA I (626) 578-9777 

BEST FRENCH FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

BISTRO 45 

45 S. MENTOR AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 795-2478 | BISTRO45.COM 


FAUBOURG 


(626) 836-5700 | DINEFAUBOURG.COM 

MAISON AKIRA 

713 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA 

(626) 796-9501 I MAISONAKIRA.NET 

BEST FRIED CHICKEN 

2018 WINNER 

ROSCOE’S HOUSE OF 

CHICKEN AND WAFFLES 

830 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA I (626) 791-4890 

ROSCOESCHICKENANDWAFFLES.COM 


BRAISE & CRUMBLE 

40 N. MENTOR AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 460-8600 I BRAISEANDCRUMBLE.COM 

HONEYBIRD 

714 FOOTHILL BLVD., LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE 

(818) 415-0489 | HONEYBIRDLA.COM 

BEST FROZEN YOGURT 

2018 WINNER 

YOGURTLAND 


(626) 304-0808 | YOGURT-LAND.COM 


CHERRY ON TOP 


(626) 440-1299 | CHERRYONTOP.NET 

BLOOMFIELD CREAMERY 


(626)714-7750 | BLOOMFIELDCREAMERY.COM 

BEST GELATO 

2018 WINNER 

BULGARINI GELATO 

749 E. ALTADENA DRIVE, ALTADENA 

(626) 791-6174 | BULGARINIGELATO.COM 


HELLO GELATO 

20 E. COLORADO BLVD., SUITE 101, 

PASADENA I (626) 744-1788 

SWEDISH SCOOPS 

26 N. RAYMOND AVE. 

PASADENA I 626-365-1565 

BEST GRILLED CHEESE 

2018 WINNER 

MELT IT! 


(626) 793-7002 | AGRILLEDCHEESECO.COM 


GINGER CORNER MARKET 

217 S. MICHIGAN AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 795-2447 | GINGERCORNERMARKET.COM 

TWOHEY’S RESTAURANT 

1224 N. ATLANTIC BLVD., ALHAMBRA 

(626) 284-7387 | TOWHEYS.COM 

BEST HEALTH/ORGANIC FOOD 

2018 WINNER 



(626) 639-6818 

TRUEFOODKITCHEN.COM/PASADENA 


REAL FOOD DAILY 

899 E. DEL MAR BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 844-8900 | REALFOODDAILYLA.COM 

OH HAPPY DAYS 

2283 LAKE AVE., ALTADENA I (626) 797-0383 

BEST HOT DOG 

2018 WINNER 

DOG HAUS 


(626) 577-4287 | DOGHAUS.COM 


410 E. MAIN ST., ALHAMBRA I (626) 282-4287 


PERRY’S JOINT 

2051 LINCOLN AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 798-4700 I PERRYSJOINT.COM 

THE SLAW DOGS 


(626) 808-9777 I SLAWDOGSPASADENA.COM 

BEST ICE CREAM 

2018 WINNER 

CARMELA ICE CREAM 


(626) 797-1405 | CARMELAICECREAM.COM 


AFTER’S ICE CREAM 


AFTERSICECREAM.COM 

36 W. MAIN ST., ALHAMBRA 

BLOOMFIELD CREAMERY (TIE) 


(626)714-7750 | BLOOMFIELDCREAMERY.COM 

FOSSELMAN’S ICE CREAM CO. 

1824 W. MAIN ST., ALHAMBRA 

(626) 282-6533 | FOSSELMANS.COM 

MOTHER MOO CREAMERY (TIE) 

17 KERSTING COURT, SIERRA MADRE 

(626) 355-9650 | MOTHERMOO.COM 

BEST INDEPENDENT COFFEE HOUSE 

2018 WINNER 

JONES COFFEE ROASTERS 


(626) 564-9291 | THEBESTCOFFEE.COM 




(626) 744-1765 | AMARACHOCOLATE.COM 

JAMESON & BROWN COFFEE ROASTERS 

260 ALLEN AVE., PASADENA 

626) 395-7585 | .JAMESONBROWN.COM 

LAVENDER & HONEY ESPRESSO BAR 


(626) 529-5571 

LAVENDERANDHONEYESPRESSO.COM 

BEST INDIAN FOOD 

2018 WINNER (TIE) 

MINT LEAF INDIAN CUISINE 


(626) 460-8776 I MINTLEAFPASADENA.COM 




(626) 440-0309 | ALLINDIACAFE.CA.COM 

NEW DELHI PALACE 

950 E. COLORADO BLVD. NO. 250, PASADENA 

(626) 405-0666 

NEWDELHIPALACEPASADENA.COM 

BEST ITALIAN FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

CELESTINO RISTORANTE & BAR 


(626) 795-4006 I CELESTINOPASADENA.COM 


DOMENICO’S 


(626) 797-6459 

ORIGINALDOMENICOS.COM 

GALE’S RESTAURANT 


(626) 432-6705 | GALESRESTAURANT.COM 

TARANTINO’S PIZZERIA 


(626) 796-7836 | TARANTINOSPASADENA.COM 

BEST JAPANESE FOOD/SUSHI 

2018 WINNER 


88 W. COLORADO BLVD. PASADENA 

(626) 568-9310 I KABUKIRESTAURANTS.COM 


OBA SUSHI IZAKAYA 

181 E. GLENARM ST., PASADENA 

(626) 799-8543 | OBASUSHI.COM 

OSAWA SUSHI 


(626) 683-1150T | HEOSAWAS.COM 

SUGARFISH BY SUSHI NOZAWA 


(626) 298-8386 | SUGARFISHSUSHI.COM 

BEST KOREAN FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

CHRIS’ KOREAN BBQ 


(626) 796-9604KOREANBBQPASADENA.COM 


SEOUL KOREAN BARBECUE 

122 N. SAN FERNANDO BLVD., BURBANK 

(818) 559-5578 | SEOULKOREANBBQ.NET 

SOH GRILL HOUSE 


(626) 714-7760 I SOHGRILLHOUSE.COM 

BEST LOCAL BREWERY 

2018 WINNER 

CONGREGATION ALE HOUSE 


(626) 403-2337 | CONGREGATIONALEHOUSE.COM 


CRAFTSMAN BREWING CO. 

1260 LINCOLN AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 296-2537 | CRAFTSMANBREWING.COM 

EAGLE ROCK BREWERY 

3056 ROSWELL ST., LOS ANGELES 

(323) 257-7866 | EAGLEROCKBREWERY.COM 

BEST LOCAL JUICE BAR 

2018 WINNER 

PRESSED JUICERY 


(626) 696-3593 | PRESSEDJUICERY.COM 


NEKTER JUICE BAR 


(818) 928-3300 | NEKTERJUICEBAR.COM 

KREATON ORGANIC JUICERY (TIE) 


(626) 314-3407 | KREATIONJUICE.COM 

MOVITA JUICE BAR (TIE) 

2335 E. COLORADO BLVD., SUITE 130, PASADENA 

(626) 460-8926 

MOVITAJUICEBAR.COM 

BEST LOCAL PIZZA 

2018 WINNER 

THE LUGGAGE ROOM PIZZERIA 


(626) 356-4440 | THELUGGAGEROOM.COM 


BLAZE PIZZA 


(626) 440-7358 I BLAZEPIZZA.COM 

SETTEBELLO PIZZERIA NAPOLETANA 


(626) 765-9550 I SETTEBELLO.NET 

MAMMA’S BRICK OVEN PIZZA & PASTA 

710 FAIR OAKS AVE., SO. PASADENA 

(626) 799-1344 | MAMMASBRICKOVEN.COM 

BEST MEDITERRANEAN FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

CAFÉ SANTORINI 

64 W UNION ST., PASADENA 

(626) 564-4200 I AFESANTORINI.COM 


MEDITERRANEAN CAFÉ 

273 SHOPPERS LANE, PASADENA I (626) 793-8844 

KOKOSMEDITERRANEANCAFÉ.COM 

SAHARA MIDDLE EASTERN 

RESTAURANT 


(626) 795-6900 | SAHARAPASADENA.COM 

BEST MEXICAN FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

MIJARES MEXICAN RESTAURANT 

145 PALMETTO DRIVE, PASADENA 

(626) 792-2763 I MIJARESRESTAURANT.COM 


EL PORTAL RESTAURANT 

695 E. GREEN ST, PASADENA 

(626) 795-8553 I ELPORTALRESTAURANT.COM 

MARGARITA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 

155 S. ROSEMEAD BLVD., PASADENA, 

(626) 449-4193 | MARGARITASPASADENA.COM 

URBANO MEXICAN KITCHEN 

147 W. CALIFORNIA BLVD., PASADENA 

626-578-1160 | URBANOMEXICANKITCHEN.COM 

BEST MIDDLE EASTERN FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

RAFFI’S CATERING AND BANQUET 

3887 E. SIERRA MADRE BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 351-0900 


SAHARA MIDDLE EASTERN RESTAURANT 


(626) 795-6900 | SAHARAPASADENA.COM 

BEST POKE 

2018 WINNER 

POKE SALAD BAR 

12 W COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 304-3100 | POKESALADPASADENA.COM 


BAY POKE 

2345 E. COLORADO BLVD., NO 195, PASADENA 

(626) 219-6380 | BAYPOKE.COM 

STRAYCAT POKE & DESSERT 

62 W. UNION ST., NO.1, PASADENA I (626) 639-3500 

BEST RAMEN 

2018 WINNER 

RAMEN TATSUNOYA 

16 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 432-1768 


MODAN ARTISANAL RAMEN 

700 FAIR OAKS AVE., SUITE G, SOUTH PASADENA 

(626) 799-2878 

NOODLE WORLD 


(626) 585-5885 | NOODLEWORLD.COM 

BEST SALAD 

2018 WINNER 

GREEN STREET RESTAURANT 

146 SHOPPERS LANE, PASADENA I (626) 577-7170 

GREENSTREETRESTAURANT.COM 


TENDER GREENS 


(626) 405-1511 | TENDERGREENS.COM 

145 N. BRAND BLVD., GLENDALE 

(818) 459-4850 

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• IDEA GUIDE• 

URBAN PLATES 


(626) 800-4448 I URBANPLATES.COM 

BEST SEAFOOD 

2018 WINNER 

CAMERON’S SEAFOOD 


(626) 793-3474 I CAMERONS4FISH.COM 


FISHWIVES 


(626) 219-6199 | WWW.FISHWIVES.COM 

ROY’S RESTAURANT 


(626) 356-4066 | ROYSRESTAURANT.COM 

BEST SOUL FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

BIG MAMA’S RIB SHACK 


(626) 797-1792 I BIGMAMASPASADENA.COM 


BONNIE B’S SMOKIN’ BBQ HEAVEN 


(626) 794-0132 I BONNIEBSSMOKIN.COM 

ROSCOE’S HOUSE OF CHICKEN AND WAFFLES 


(626) 791-4890 

ROSCOESCHICKENANDWAFFLES.COM 

BEST SOUTH AMERICAN FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

MALBEC ARGENTINIAN CUISINE 


(626) 683-0550 | MALBECCUISINE.COM 


1810 ARGENTINEAN RESTAURANT 


(626) 795-5658 | 1810RESTAURANT.COM 



(626) 744-1765 I AMARACHOCOLATE.COM 

BEST SPANISH FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

MALBEC ARGENTINIAN CUISINE 


(626) 683-0550 | MALBECCUISINE.COM 


MERCADO 

140 S. LAKE AVE., SUITE 101, PASDENA 

(626) 345-5778 | COCINASYCALAVERAS.COM 

BAR CELONA 


(626) 405-1000 | BARCELONAPASADENA.COM 

BEST STEAKHOUSE 

2018 WINNER 

ARROYO CHOP HOUSE 


(626) 577-7463 I ARROYOCHOPHOUSE.COM 


ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE - 

111 N. LOS ROBLES AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 486-1111 I ALEXANDERSSTEAKHOUSE.COM 

FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR 


(626) 639-0490 | FLEMINGSSTEAKHOUSE.COM 

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE 


(626) 583-8122 I RUTHSCHRIS.COM 

BEST TACO 

2018 WINNER 

KING TACO 


(626) 792-0405 I KINGTACO.COM 

117 E. BROADWAY, GLENDALE I (818) 409-0172 


LA ESTRELLA 


(626) 792-8559 

330 E. ORANGE GROVE BLVD., PASADENA 

LOS TACOS 

1 W. CALIFORNIA BLVD., SUITE 211, PASADENA 

(626) 795-9291 I LOSTACOSPASADENA.COM 

BEST TEA ROOM 

2018 WINNER 

THE HUNTINGTON ROSE 

GARDEN TEA ROOM 

1151 OXFORD ROAD, SAN MARINO 

(626) 405-2236 I HUNTINGTON.ORG/DINING 


BIRD PICK TEA & HERB 

10 S. DELACEY AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 773-4372 I BIRDPICK.COM 

CHADO TEA ROOM 


(626) 431-2832 I CHADOTEA.COM 

BEST THAI FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

SALADANG 


(626) 793-8123 | SALADANG-THAI.COM 


DAISY MINT 


(626) 792-2999 | DAISYMINT.COM 

PRESIDENT THAI 


(626) 793-8123 | SALADANG-THAI.COM 

BEST VEGETARIAN FOOD 

2018 WINNER 

VEGGIE GRILL 


(626) 535-9561 | VEGGIEGRILL.COM 




(626) 440-0309 | ALLINDIACAFE.CA.COM 

REAL FOOD DAILY 

899 E. DEL MAR BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 844-8900 | REALFOODDAILYLA.COM 

SAGE BISTRO 

41 HUGUS ALLEY, PASADENA 

(626) 564-8111| SAGEVEGANBISTRO.COM 

MY VEGAN 

633 S. ARROYO PKWY., PASADENA 

(626) 578-9017 I MYVEGANRESTAURANT.COM 

BEST VIETNAMESE 

2018 WINNER 

SAIGON NOODLE RESTAURANT 


(626) 796-9378 


PASADENA NOODLE & GRILL 


(626) 792-1893 I PASADENANOODLE.COM 

BEST WINGS 

2018 WINNER 

BUFFALO WILD WINGS 


(626) 993-6400 | BUFFALOWILDWINGS.COM 


HOT WINGS CAFÉ 


(626) 449-9055 

HOTWINGSCAFE.NET 

314 N. BRAND BLVD., GLENDALE I (818) 247-4455 

ROCCO’S TAVERN 

44 W. GREEN ST., PASADENA 

(626) 765-6810 | ROCCOSTAVERN.COM 

WINGSTOP 


(626) 798-2800 I WINGSTOP.COM 


(626) 578-946 

DRINK 

BEST BAR 

2018 WINNER 

LUCKY BALDWINS 

17 S. RAYMOND AVE. 

(626) 795-0652 | LUCKYBALDWINS.COM 


BLIND DONKEY 


(626) 486-2379 

THEBLINDDONKEY.COM/PASADENA 

KINGS ROW GASTROPUB 


(626) 793-3010 | KINGSROWPUB.COM 

BEST BARTENDER 

2018 WINNER 

STEPHANIE DELGADO, NOOR 

260 E. COLORADO BLVD. A209, PASADENA 

(626) 793-4518 I NOOREVENTS.COM 


JOHN DARDON, 38 DEGREES ALE 

HOUSE & GRILL 


(626) 408-5544 I 38DEGREESALEHOUSE.COM 

BEST BEER SELECTION 

2018 WINNER 







(626) 403-2337 

CONGREGATIONALEHOUSE.COM 

YARD HOUSE 


(626) 577-9273 I YARDHOUSE.COM 

BEST COCKTAILS 

2018 WINNER 

1886 BAR AT THE RAYMOND 




MAGNOLIA HOUSE 


(626) 584-1126 I THEMAGHOUSE.COM 

PARKWAY GRILL 

510 S. ARROYO PKWY., PASADENA 

(626) 795-1001 I THEPARKWAYGRILL.COM 

BEST COMEDY CLUB 

2018 WINNER 

ICE HOUSE 


(626) 577-1894 I ICEHOUSECOMEDY.COM 

BEST DIVE BAR 

2018 WINNER 

FREDDIE’S 35ER BAR 


(626) 356-931535 | 35ERBAR.COM 


THE COLORADO BAR 


(626) 449-3485 

FACEBOOK.COM/THECOLORADOBAR 

THE RANCHO BAR 

2485 N. LAKE AVE., ALTADENA 

(626) 798-7634 I RANCHOBARALTADENA.COM 

BEST HAPPY HOUR 

2018 WINNER 



(626) 568-9310 I KABUKIRESTAURANT.COM 


PAUL MARTIN’S AMERICAN GRILL 

455 S. LAKE AVE., SUITE 102, 

PASADENA 

(626) 773-7600 

ROY’S RESTAURANT 


(626) 356-4066 I ROYSRESTAURANT.COM 

WE OLIVE AND WINE BAR 


(626) 787-1000 I WEOLIVE.COM/ 

YARD HOUSE 


(626) 577-9273 I YARDHOUSE.COM 

BEST MARGARITAS 

2018 WINNER 

MIJARES 

145 PALMETTO DRIVE, PASADENA 

(626) 792-2763 I MIJARESRESTAURANT.COM 


EL CHOLO 

PASEO COLORADO, 300 E. COLORADO 

BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 795-5800 

EL PORTAL 


(626) 795-8553 I ELPORTALRESTAURANT.COM 

BEST PUB GRUB 

2018 WINNER 







(626) 403-2337 

CONGREGATIONALEHOUSE.COM 




BEST SPORTS BAR 

2018 WINNER 

ROCCO’S TAVERN 

44 W. GREEN ST., PASADENA 

(626) 765-6810 I ROCCOSTAVERN.COM 


BUFFALO WILD WINGS 


(626) 993-6400 I BUFFALOWILDWINGS.COM 

T. BOYLE’S TAVERN 

37 N. CATALINA AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 578-0957 I TBOYLESTAVERN.COM 

BEST WINE SELECTION 

2018 WINNER 

EVERSON ROYCE 


(626) 765-9334 I EVERSONROYCE.COM 


MONOPOLE 

21 S. EL MOLINO AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 577-9463 I MONOPOLEWINE.COM 

VERTICAL WINE BAR 


(626) 795-3999 I VERTICALWINEBISTRO.COM 



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BEST ART GALLERY 

2018 WINNER 

HUNTINGTON LIBRARY, ART COLLECTIONS, 

AND BOTANICAL GARDENS 


(626) 405.2100 HUNTINGTON.ORG 


ARMORY CENTER FOR THE ARTS 


(626) 792-5101 | ARMORYARTS.ORG 

NORTON SIMON MUSEUM 


(626) 449.6840 | NORTONSIMON.ORG 

BEST CULTURAL FESTIVAL 

PASADENA ARTWALK 

PLAYHOUSEDISTRICT.ORG/CALENDAR-OF- 

EVENTS/ARTWALK 


ARTNIGHT PASADENA 

ARTNIGHTPASADENA.ORG 

LATINO HERITAGE PARADE 

PASADENALATINOHERITAGEPARADE.ORG 

BEST COMEDY CLUB 

2018 WINNER 

ICE HOUSE 


(626) 577-1894 I ICEHOUSECOMEDY.COM 

BEST KIDS/FAMILY FUN SPOT 

2018 WINNER 

KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 

480 N. ARROYO BLVD., PASADENA 

(626) 449-9144 

KIDSPACEMUSEUM.ORG 


BROOKSIDE PARK 


(626) 744-7311 

CI.PASADENA.CA.US/PUBLICWORKS/BROOK- 

SIDE_PARK 

HUNTINGTON LIBRARY, ART COLLECTIONS, 

AND BOTANICAL GARDENS 


(626) 405.2100 I HUNTINGTON.ORG 

BEST LIVE MUSIC BAR/CLUB 

2018 WINNER 



(626) 793-3010 I KINGSROWPUB.COM 


EDWIN MILLS BY EQUATOR 



OLD TOWNE PUB 

22 E. HOLLY ST., PASADENA 

(626) 577-6583 

THEOLDTOWNEPUB.COM 

BEST LIVE MUSIC VENUE 

2018 WINNER 

THE ROSE AT PASEO 

COLORADO 


(888) 645-5006 


AMBASSADOR AUDITORIUM 

131 S. ST. JOHN AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 794-1199 

THEAMBASSADORAUDITORIUM.ORG 

BOSTON COURT PERFORMING ARTS 

CENTER 


(626) 683-6801 | BOSTONCOURT.COM 

COFFEE GALLERY BACKSTAGE 


(626) 798-6236 

COFFEEGALLERY.COM 

BEST MUSEUM 

2018 WINNER 

NORTON SIMON MUSEUM 


(626) 449-6840 

NORTONSIMON.ORG 


PASADENA MUSEUM OF HISTORY 

470 W. WALNUT ST., PASADENA 

(626) 577-1660 | PASADENAHISTORY.ORG 

USC PACIFIC ASIA MUSEUM 

46 N LOS ROBLES AVE, PASADENA 

(626) 449-2742 I PACIFICASIANMUSEUM.COM 

BEST LIVE THEATER VENUE 

2018 WINNER 

PASADENA PLAYHOUSE 


(626) 356-7529 

PASADENAPLAYHOUSE.ORG 




(626) 356-3100 | ANOISEWITHIN.ORG 


CENTER 


(626) 683-6883 

BOSTONCOURT.COM 

PARSON’S NOSE 

95 N. MARENGO AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 403-7667 | PARSONSNOSE.COM 

BEST LOCAL MUSICIAN 

2018 WINNER 

EMIKO 


PAST ACTION HEROES 

BEST MOVIE THEATER 

2018 WINNER 

ARCLIGHT 


(626) 568-9651 | ARCLIGHTCINEMAS.COM 

LAEMMLE’S PLAYHOUSE 7 


(626) 844-6500 I LAEMMLE.COM/THEATERS/6 


IPIC 

42 MILLER ALLEY, PASADENA 

(626) 639-2260 | IPICTHEATERS.COM 

REGENCY THEATERS 


(626) 229-9400 | REGENCYMOVIES.COM 

BEST PLACE TO DANCE 

2018 WINNER 

CLUB 54 

54 E COLORADO BLVD, PASADENA 

(626) 793-0608 I CLUB54LOUNGE.COM 


IXTAPA 


(626) 304-1000 | CANTINAIXTAPA.COM 

LINDYGROOVE 

PASADENA MASONIC HALL 

200 S. EUCLID AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 795-5610 I PASADENAMASONIC.ORG 

BEST PARK OUTDOOR RECREATION SPOT 

2018 WINNER 

EATON CANYON 

ECNCA.ORG 


BROOKSIDE PARK 


(626) 744-7311 | CI.PASADENA.CA.US 

VICTORY PARK 

2575 PALOMA ST., PASADENA 

(626) 744-7500 | CI.PASADENA.CA.US 

BEST LIVE MUSIC BAR/CLUB 

2018 WINNER 





EDWIN MILLS 



OLD TOWNE PUB 

22 E. HOLLY ST., PASADENA 

(626) 577-6583 

THEOLDTOWNEPUB.COM 

BEST LIVE MUSIC VENUE 

2018 WINNER 

THE ROSE AT PASEO 

COLORADO 



AMBASSADOR AUDITORIUM 

131 S. ST. JOHN AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 794-1199 

THEAMBASSADORAUDITORIUM.ORG 


CENTER 


(626) 683-6801 I BOSTONCOURT.COM 

COFFEE GALLERY BACKSTAGE 


(626) 798-6236 I COFFEEGALLERY.COM 

BEST LIVE THEATER VENUE 

2018 WINNER 

PASADENA PLAYHOUSE 


(626) 356-7529 I PASADENAPLAYHOUSE.ORG 




(626) 356-3100 I ANOISEWITHIN.ORG 


CENTER 


(626) 683-6883 I BOSTONCOURT.COM 

PARSON’S NOSE 

95 N. MARENGO AVE., PASADENA 

(626) 403-7667 | PARSONSNOSE.COM 

BEST MOVIE THEATER 

2018 WINNER 

ARCLIGHT 


(626) 568-9651 I ARCLIGHTCINEMAS.COM 

LAEMMLE’S PLAYHOUSE 7 


(310) 478-3836 I LAEMMLE.COM 


IPIC 

42 MILLER ALLEY, PASADENA 

(626) 639-2260 I IPICTHEATERS.COM 

REGENCY THEATERS 


(626) 229-9400 | REGENCYMOVIES.COM 

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