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A photo of The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room restaurant
1. The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room
4.7
Exceptional(1363)
Price: Very Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • South Pasadena
Booked 66 times today
Rose Garden Tea Room is set within the historic Rose Garden, the Tea Room offers an elegant and memorable experience inspired by the tradition of English tea service with a distinctive California twist.Any party with more than 6 guests MUST call to make their reservation or email tearoom@huntington.org. Please do not divide your party into multiple reservations, as each Open Table reservation will be treated as individual and will not guarantee adjacent tables. Please note that visiting the Rose Garden Tea Room requires purchasing admission to The Huntington. When planning to visit the Tea Room, please purchase a separate ticket to The Huntington for the same day as your Tea Room reservation. Tickets are available at huntington.org
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2. The Derby
4.8
Exceptional(4359)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Arcadia
Booked 49 times today
The Derby is more than a restaurant. Established in 1922, it has been family owned and operated since 1951. It is a grand museum showcasing some of horse racing’s greatest moments. Diners are invited to take a break from the rush of modern life and travel back to the time of George Woolf, Seabiscuit, and relive the excitement of “The Race of the Century”. We excel in offering the best meat and fresh seafood hand selected by our longtime executive chef that would delight even the most discriminating of taste. Some of the menu highlights include the Bacon Wrapped Filet, Delmonico New York, Prime Rib and Shrimp Scampi. We offer a wide selection of wines by the bottle and by the glass. Relax and enjoy a delicious meal in one of our iconic red leather booths, take in a beautiful evening on our terrace, or watch a sporting event in our bar and lounge. Dining at The Derby can only be compared to the feeling of holding the winning ticket when you smile and know that you made the right choice!
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3. Benihana - Santa Anita, CA
4.1
Excellent(2822)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Arcadia
Booked 53 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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4. Bar Chelou
4.8
Exceptional(461)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French • Pasadena
Booked 65 times today
Bar Chelou is a neo-bistro that is both a distillation of Chef Doug Rankin's broad gastronomic interests and a deeply personal expression of his individualistic style. 'Chelou' (French slang for ‘strange’ or ‘unexpected’) is both the name and unifying theme of the restaurant, which draws from a range of culinary traditions and service styles to create something personal, novel, and fun. The restaurant is located within the Pasadena Playhouse complex. If you plan to visit the Playhouse after dinner, please book a 5:30p reservation to ensure ample timing for your dinner. We also offer concession cocktails before a showing and during intermission. NEED TO KNOWWine corkage is $30 per 750ml bottle with no limit; we do not offer corkage for wines featured on our wine list. Ample parking is available on surrounding streets and at several paid lots within a one-block radius. Gift cards are available for purchase on our website.
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5. The Arbour - Pasadena
4.7
Exceptional(2089)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Pasadena
Booked 43 times today
The Arbour brings rustic elegant dining to the historic Pasadena neighborhood of south Lake Avenue. Paying homage to the extraordinary agricultural bounty of California, The Arbour’s menu showcases relationships with sustainable local farms and purveyors.
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6. Le Grand Pasadena
4.1
Excellent(106)
Price: Moderate
• American • Pasadena
Booked 26 times today
Craving something extraordinary?Le Grand Restaurant brings bold flavors and unforgettable moments with our new menu featuring American Tapas—classic American dishes crafted in a tapas style starting at just $5 per plate. Perfect for sharing or savoring solo, these small plates are packed with flavor and value.For true indulgence, try our Unlimited Tapas Experience for $49 per person and enjoy endless servings of our chef’s creations. Pair it with the Unlimited Cocktail Experience for $27, offering expertly crafted drinks to complement every bite.Prefer something heartier? Explore our entrée selection, featuring larger, meal-sized portions perfect for satisfying any appetite. Don’t miss our Signature Creekstone Farms Ribeye Platter—a premium 16 oz cut served with roasted potatoes, caramelized carrots, cauliflower, creamy mushroom sauce, and peppercorn-parmesan butter.Le Grand is where great value meets bold flavor. Join us today for an extraordinary dining experience!
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7. Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine
4.5
Awesome(208)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Pasadena
Booked 19 times today
As an award winning restaurant group, Star Leaf creates a fine dining experience that combines ingredients and spices that will teleport guests across the Pacific to a tropical paradise. Founded in 2011, Star Leaf Pasadena is our first US-location in the beloved Playhouse Village. Every dish is prepared with passion and respect for the traditions that shaped Asian cuisine. The culinary team selects the freshest ingredients, ensuring each bite is a celebration of flavor and culture, while instilling innovative modern touches.
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8. The Raymond Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3598)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Pasadena
Booked 40 times today
Hello Friends,We look forward to welcoming you to The Raymond 1886. Please make reservations online or by calling the restaurant on 626-441-3136. If you have any special requests please note we will do our very best to accommodate however we cannot guarantee them. We have both outdoor seating in our wonderful patio spaces and indoor tables in the beautiful cottage and bar.Bar 1886 is open Sun-Thursday until 9pm and Friday - Saturday until 11pm. Walk-in welcome! Cheers,The Raymond 1886 Team
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9. Celestino
4.6
Exceptional(3598)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Pasadena
Booked 35 times today
Celestino Ristorante in Pasadena is no longer a well-kept secret. The Drago Brothers continue to exceed expectations with the freshest seafood, finest homemade pastas, organic meats, and variety of desserts made on-site. Some of the favorites include; Florentine style T-bone, black and white ravioli filled with shrimp, branzino al sale, flown-in burrata and vanilla custard with an assortment of fresh berries. Come in and enjoy authentic regional and seasonal specialties complemented by an award-winning wine list. We offer dynamic Private Dining rooms, a full bar, garden patios, and the friendliest staff to make any meal or special event at Celestino Ristorante most memorable. We do not up charge for Private Dining room use, or special Wine Dinners. Open Monday through Sunday for dinner seven days a week. Lunch hours are Monday to Friday.
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10. Malbec - Pasadena
4.8
Exceptional(1892)
Price: Moderate
• Argentinean • Pasadena
Booked 24 times today
Please note, that our outdoor seating is first come first serve. If you have a reservation through OpenTable, you will be seated, however, please allow a few extra minutes to ensure that we can properly sanitize your table.Argentina is world famous for its cuisine. From homemade salads, pastas and fish to an abundant selection of our signature grilled meats, Malbec Argentinean Bistro brings you the best authentic cuisine prepared on our genuine Argentinean grill.For reservations of parties larger than 6, please reach out to the restaurant directly. We will require a credit card hold to secure large party reservations.

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  • JillVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •58 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Lovely tea menu and wonderful service. The rooms are beautiful. Such a special treat!!!
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    The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• South Pasadena
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    4.7
  • Mathieu
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 8, 2025
    My girlfriend and I haven’t been to a Benihana’s in 10 years. 10 years later, they are still going stronger than ever. As soon as we stepped in, I could immediately smell the delicious aroma. Despite frequent power issues, leading to computer issues, they did not let it stop them from putting on an amazing show, performing with amazing service, and cooking the most amazing hibachi stir fry anywhere. I am in the culinary business myself and the hibachi shrimp was absolutely to die for, cooked to perfection and flavored with love. My girlfriend also tried their sushi for the first time which neither of us have ever had. They have some of the best sushi I have ever tasted. But my absolute favorite is still their amazing mustard sauce. I could eat with that sauce absolutely all day. Benihana still remains one of my top favorite restaurant spots to visit. Thank you so much for an amazing meal and experience!
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    Benihana - Santa Anita, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Arcadia
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    4.1
  • Aaron
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 8, 2025
    An amazing place with fantastic salads and appetizers. Highly recommend it to anyone seeking a memorable dining experience.
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    The DerbyPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Arcadia
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    4.8
  • OpenTable DinerVIP
    Los Angeles •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 6, 2025
    First time to this restaurant but will for sure not the last. Food was fresh and tasty. Favorite dishes are pork chop and duck, I’m drooling already talking about it
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    Bar ChelouPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Pasadena
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    4.8
  • jose
    California Central Coast •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 3, 2025
    What an amazing restaurant! The food was phenomenal and ambience was outstanding coming back again for sure
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    The Arbour - PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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    4.7

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