Dine

Taking its name from an important date in Argentine history, 1810 Argentinean serves up authentic Southern Cone cuisine, from empanadas, morcilla (blood sausage), chorizo dishes, and sweet breads to hearty pastas, salads, meat-centered entrees, and seafood. The bar offers wine, sangria, and beer.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 3:00-6:00pm.

21 Choices Frozen Yogurt is a locally owned small chain with three locations in California. Each day at 21 Choices brings six choices of frozen yogurt plus a chocolate and a vanilla selection. Patrons can also create their own mixed blends using flavor varieties and the topping bar.

Named for the days when it served well drinks for $.35, the 35er Bar became a Route 66 mainstay after opening in 1963. Family owned and operated since then, the bar features more than a dozen beer varieties on tap with a strong focus on local and regional breweries; more beer options are served up in cans and bottles. A small menu of simple pub grub (nachos, fish ‘n’ chips, chicken wings, chili cheese fries) helps fuel the libation consumption. Numerous televisions keep you up to date on sporting events; for those into music, the downstairs area is open Thursday through Saturday nights and features a DJ.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 3:00-7:00pm.

The concept at Taiwan-based 85°C Bakery Cafe is simple: provide five-star quality coffee, cakes, and breads at affordable prices. Happy customers describe the plentiful pastries as “fluffy,” “flavorful,” and “fresh” and line up for items like egg tarts, brioche, iced boba milk tea, and the mango drink. The bakery’s name, you ask? The purveyors believe coffee holds its flavor best at a steady temperature of 85 degrees Celsius.

Cafe by day and ramen stop by night, Again Cafe and Chibiscus Ramen offers a unique concept on West Green Street. Between 8am and 3pm, guests can order bakery/brunch items, including savory or sweet waffles, pastries, and a range of specialty tea and coffee drinks. The eatery closes for two hours and reopens at 5pm as Chibiscus to serve ramen, which is homemade in small batches each day, the broth cooked from scratch for at least 14 hours. The communal tables, bright and airy space, and resident pooch Bon-Bon make for a perfect stop and a relaxing meal. 

Calling on the wide-ranging diversity of India’s regions, All India Café showcases home-style specialties and recipes that use only natural spices and ingredients; the focus is on healthful, low-fat dishes. The eatery has a comfy, bistro vibe and offers daily specials, including a chicken curry of the day, a vegetable special, and lentil and rice selections.

It’s all about the chocolate at Amara – premium chocolate that, thanks to original Venezuelan recipes, are turned into oh-so-good, melt-in-your mouth churros, truffles, fondue, and rich drinks. The compact and cozy café also serves up breakfast and lunch items – croissants, egg sandwiches, and scones – and the beloved Venezuelan savory “sandwiches” known as arepas.

An elegant yet simple café that looks like one you’d find in Paris, Aux Delices Bakery has been serving breakfast and lunch favorites for 25 years. Diners can find omelets, soups, salads, and panini, bagel, and breakfast sandwiches on the menu; many also come through the door for the Belgian waffles, delectable baked goods, and gorgeous fruit tarts.

Aux Delices specializes in catering for any occasion, including office luncheons, breakfast meetings, and holiday functions.

A'Float Sushi offers dining, carryout, and delivery options. Those who choose to dine in  can select sushi from dishes floating by. Entrees include teriyaki, shrimp and vegetable tempura, sashimi varieties, and deep-fried pork. 

At Bar Celona, menus change seasonally, but diners can count on a savory offering of modern Spanish cuisine and tapas (small plates), special house paellas, and Spanish entradas (entrees.)  Menu items can be paired with the restaurant's award-winning red and white sangrias and a good selection of wine, beer, and cocktails. Bar Celona also offers weekend brunch and a late-night lounge with live entertainment. 

Happy Hour: Monday, all day; Tue, Wed, & Sun 4:00-7:00 & 9:00pm-Close; Thu-Sat 4:00-7:00pm.

Long after its start in Berkeley and then West Hollywood in the 1920s, Barney’s Beanery opened its Pasadena location in 2006, becoming a favorite on Colorado Boulevard for its rock ‘n’ roll-pop culture décor and dozens of beers on tap. Patrons also like the plentiful TVs showcasing sporting events, loud music, and a real bus installed indoors. The extensive menu is centered on American fare but also includes pizza and “south of the border” selections. Kids feel right at home here too: pool tables, a small selection of arcade games, and that psychedelic bus can occupy them long enough for parents to enjoy a couple of drinks.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 3:00-7:00pm.

The Bea’s Knees Wine, Cheese, Gifts & Cafe, part of The Shoppes at Stats shopping arcade, offers guests a carefully curated selection of gourmet products from artisan producers in Los Angeles and beyond. In addition to dried pastas, spices, candies, and olive oil, the shop offers an array of gourmet cheese and wine, artisanal chocolate, prepared items such as sandwiches and salads, and a selection of gifts.

Beer and Claw offers a Cajun/Creole southern-style concept with a menu featuring seafood like shrimp, Dungeness crab and crawfish, as well as pork belly, onion rings, fries, chicken wings, and garlic noodles. 

Bird Pick Tea & Herb was founded on the principles of bridging Eastern culture with Western society; its mission is to bring to market the finest tea leaves and impart an awareness and appreciation of natural products that promote health and well-being. To that end, the store offers a vast selection of quality loose leaf teas, tea bags, and accessories discovered from around the world. Patrons can take tea to go or choose a seat in the cozy seating area. Staff members are at the ready to share with health-conscious customers their knowledge of traditional teas and herbs.

If it’s whiskey you’re after, Blind Donkey is your spot. Here you’ll find a premier Whiskey Bar (65+ in stock), a solid lineup of craft spirits, and a curated draft beer list that’s in constant rotation. The bar’s food menu features standard pub fare and 10 different kinds of French fries. The open-late establishment encourages you to while away the hours with chess, shuffle board, and other games; its regular Wednesday Trivia Night is a big draw.

Happy Hour: Mon–Fri 4:00–7:00pm; Sat-Sun 1:00–5:00pm. 

A Taiwanese hot soup specialty restaurant, Boiling Point has established itself as one of the most popular chains in Southern California. The Pasadena location is a concept restaurant introducing healthier organic menu options that are better for you and the environment, as well as higher grade cuts of meat. Customers can choose from a selection of 10 diverse hot soups, as well as desserts and tea, in a relaxed and stylish setting.  

Bone Kettle brings an authentic Southeast Asian bone broth kitchen to Old Pasadena, serving Indonesian-inspired small plates, bone broth soups, and desserts. The casual eatery features a modern and bright ambiance, offering both bar seating at the front of the restaurant and a handful of tables at the back.

Along with fine dining for dinner, Bone Kettle is also open for lunch Tuesday-Sunday, 11:00am-2:00pm. The menu features Bone Kettle famous broth and noodle dishes at lunch price/portion, bites, sandwiches, salads, and rice bowls. Walk-ins are welcome, no reservations required. 

Happy Hour: Tue- Sun 5:00-6:00pm. $7 all craft beer on tap, house wines, and hot sake.

Buca di Beppo is lively and fun – its family-style Italian dishes and boisterous ambiance are perfect for a large crowd. Dishes enjoyed for generations in villages throughout Italy inspire the authentic menu. Diners can enjoy an abundance of appetizers, salads, pastas, pizzas, entrees, desserts, beer, and fine wine.

If you have a special event coming up, you can reserve one of the semi-private dining rooms; the restaurant also offers a wide variety of catering options for any occasion.

A small, family-owned bakery, Café 86 specializes in serving traditional Filipino and innovative menu items that include milk teas and milkshakes, espresso drinks, sandwiches, and pastries like madeleines, donuts, and flan cupcakes. The eatery, located in one of Old Pasadena’s charming alleys, has a rustic, comfy feel with exposed brick, reclaimed wood elements, and couches for seating.

Café Linda’s serves Thai cuisine, and its menu features all the favorites, including Pad Thai, Drunken Noodles, Panang Tofu, Tom Yum/Tom Kha soups, among many others. The small but cozy eatery finds its home on charming Holly Street with many other small businesses and independent restaurants.

Consistently ranked as one of the best outdoor dining spots in Pasadena, Café Santorini is one of the longest-standing restaurants in Old Pasadena, opening its doors in 1993. Specializing in Mediterranean food, the café offers grilled meats, seafood dishes, an array of pastas and family-style appetizer platters, as well as a full bar and extensive wine list. The indoor dining room offers a cozy intimate setting, while the outdoor patio offers year-round dining under the stars in a romantic roof-top setting. The Rococo Room is Café Santorini's sister locale downstairs, perfect for special events and banquets. 

Happy Hour: Mon-Thu 4:00-7:00pm; Fri 4:00-6:00pm. Happy Hour offered only in the Bar.

Healthy food and Indian flavors at a fast pace – California Chutney delivers both. Diners at the “fast casual” eatery have their choice of bowls, salads, naan “tacos” or roti burritos, which can be customized with tandoori roasted meats, a variety of artisan chutneys, and fresh veggies. This flexible menu allows customers to create vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, dairy free, or paleo options. A small selection of beer and wine is also available.

Happy Hour: Daily 3:00-7:00pm.

Calling itself "A tea lover’s paradise," Chado Tea Room offers a complete Afternoon Tea (served all day) without a hint of snobbery. Soup, salad, sandwiches, scones, and cakes are also available separately. More than 300 different types of specialty teas are on hand, as well as exclusive tea accessories. The beautiful tea room can be reserved for special events like bridal or baby showers; full catering service is offered too!

An eclectic and diverse Peruvian restaurant, bar, and lounge, Choza 96 features a modern interpretation of traditional and contemporary Peruvian dishes. The restaurant has also gained a reputation as a lively entertainment venue: On weekends, guests can enjoy resident entertainers followed by DJ-spun Latin music.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 3:00-7:00pm.

Founded in Los Angeles in 2009, Coolhaus exploded onto the food truck scene with gourmet ice cream sandwiched between homemade cookies. Old Pasadena now serves as one of its brick-and-mortar locations. Known for ice cream sandwiches and flavors like Brown Butter & Candied Bacon, Fried Chicken & Waffles, and Dirty Mint Chip with Double Chocolate Cookies, the Coolhaus store also offers a range of menu items like milkshakes churned with cookies, Blue Bottle coffee floats, and hot chocolate with hand-made marshmallows. Added bonus: all-natural, use RBST- and hormone-free dairy products and local and organic seasonal ingredients whenever possible.

The warm and friendly Copa Vida is an artisan coffee shop featuring espresso and coffee from specialty roasters; the café also serves a wide range of teas. Copa Vida regularly lands on “best of” lists for the LA area, thanks both to its premium drinks and to its simple but healthy menu of sandwiches, salads, and breakfast items. They serve brunch on weekend mornings from 8:00am-3:00pm.

At Creamistry, specially trained "Creamologists" use liquid nitrogen to hand-craft premium ice cream, one scoop at a time. Creamistry uses high-quality, premium ingredients and options include non-GMO, kosher, and certified organic ice cream; the chain also offers a lactose-free, coconut milk ice cream option and sorbets. Guests can choose from more than 60 flavor and topping options.

Sweet, savory, breakfast, and rolled "to go" crepes . . . Crepes de Paris offers a range of the European treat. The bright, sunny décor is reminiscent of a Parisian café, and its patio is a nice spot to get some fresh air under the palm trees and adjacent historic Castle Green.

Give credit to the family batter recipe made fresh daily for CREPEstudio’s delicious sweet and savory made-to-order crepes. Everything, for that matter, is made from scratch and with fresh ingredients, including the cafe’s salad dressings, paninis, and breakfast sandwiches. Grab a coffee, frepe (ice-blended drink), smoothie, or tea with your meal.

Modeled after a Bavarian Bier Haus, Der Wolfskopf features 20 German and German-inspired craft beers, some unique to Der Wolfskopf. Bavarian-inspired dishes – think sausages, spätzle mac, pretzels, and schnitzel – are served on communal tables under imposing chandeliers. Make sure to visit the Der Rathskeller bar downstairs: It features an incredible array of murals that calls both on mythological creatures, Teutonic battles, animals, and brand imagery from craft distilleries.

Happy Hour:  Mon-Fri 5:00-8:00pm; Sat-Sun 1:00-4:00pm.

French for a spontaneous journey guided by landscape and nature, Dérive is a neighborhood restaurant in Old Pasadena from the team behind Racion. They serve an ingredient driven, seasonal menu of foods they find delicious.  The team at  Derive does their best to support small, independent farmers and wineries. The produce is sourced from the Pasadena, Alhambra, and South Pasadena farmers markets.  

Dog Haus Biergarten creates hand-crafted hormone- and antibiotic-free hot dogs, sausages, burgers, and one Bad Mutha Clucka, all served on King’s Hawaiian rolls. The bar features a rotating selection of craft beers on tap and in cans, as well as wine and hand-crafted cocktails. Visitors can dine and drink inside or out: The restaurant's patio is one of the largest in the Old Pasadena. A hidden gem beloved by locals and visitors alike, Dog Haus Biergarten is located in one of the district's beautiful historic buildings and can be accessed via the alley between Arroyo Parkway and Raymond Avenue, just north of Green Street.

During Happy Hour, diners can enjoy $3 PBR 16 oz. cans; $2 off draft beer, wine, and single mix well drinks; $3.99 This Burger (White American Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Mayo); $3.99 That Burger* (White American Cheese, Pickles, Lettuce, Onions, 1001 Island); and $1.25 Tots & Fries. 

* Happy Hour Burgers include hormone- and antibiotic-free beef served on King’s Hawaiian Buns.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 3:00-6:00pm & 10:00pm-12:00am; Sun 3:00pm-12:00am.

A cute-as-a-button shop, Dots Cupcakes offers boutique-style cupcakes that are baked fresh daily with quality natural ingredients like French Valrhona chocolate, Madagascar Bourbon, Tahitian vanilla extract, and organic fruit preserves, just to name a few. Customers can choose from large or mini sizes – 25 flavors available each day!

Edwin Mills takes its name from the roads intersecting at its door: Mills Place and Edwin Alley. The lively gastropub-tavern features quality cocktails and an urban-American menu with burgers, fish tacos, salads, and various entrees. The comfy eatery is housed in a building that is more than 100 years old; its ambiance showcases this history with the original exposed beams and brick walls, as well as reclaimed wood accents.

Happy Hour: Mon-Thu 4:00pm-close; Fri 4:00-7:00pm; Sat-Sun 11:00am-4:00pm. Happy Hour not offered on Holidays or during Private Events.

A long-time presence in Old Pasadena, El Toreo has been family owned for more than four decades. Marked outside by its vintage neon side, the restaurant serves authentic Mexican fare in generous proportions, complemented by imported Mexican beer. Vintage photographs, Mexican ephemera, and a retro jukebox gives the little café an old school feel.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 3:00-6:00pm.

Family-owned and operated, Father Nature Lavash Wraps is a counter-service restaurant serving fresh, natural, and authentic Mediterranean foods. Lunch crowds seek out the falafel wraps, shawerma and fatoush salads, and hummus plate, among many other favorites.

Feel Burgers and Fries features several variations on the burger theme, including turkey, chicken, salmon, and veggie. Diners can also choose hot dogs, basic salads, and a selection of fried snacks including fries, onion rings, chicken fingers, and fish sticks. Its location at the top of Mills Place affords a small patio space on the alley way as well as views of the hustle of historic Colorado Boulevard. 

Fig Sprout's menu centers on roasted, free-range chicken - guests can choose from many meal combinations that range from 1/4 to 1/2 chicken (light and dark meat options) served either a la carte or with your choice of one or two side dishes. Sides include Curry Rice with crispy onions, Roasted Potatoes, Butter Squash with sage garnishing & browned butter, and House Slaw.

With a name that references this establishment’s focal points – fresh fish and craft beer – Fish on Tap offers upscale Japanese fusion cuisine with a casual ambiance. Menus items center on fresh fish delivered daily, interesting fusion selections (e.g. spicy tuna nachos), fresh oysters, and dishes utilizing the eatery’s live seafood tanks.

Happy Hour: Daily 5:00-7:00pm & 9:30pm-close.

Named after a term that references women who sell fresh-caught fish, Fishwives brings New England-style seafood with a twist to the West Coast. The easygoing, good-spirited seafood restaurant features menu items like fish and chips, tacos, lobster rolls, clam chowder, and ceviche. It also features an oyster and raw bar, as well as craft beer and wine. The eatery's fish is flown from dock to table within 24 hours; selections center on traceability and sustainability.  

Happy Hour: Daily 2:30pm-6:00pm.

Family-owned and operated for over 15 years, Grandview Palace serves Chinese cuisine that is individually crafted and made to order. Open for lunch and dinner; dine in, take out, or delivery options.

Green Earth, a family-owned restaurant, is 100% vegan, focusing on fusion cuisine that adapts dishes from Italy, Mexico, China, Thailand, Vietnam, and the U.S. The eatery strives to use organic ingredients whenever possible, and all to-go materials, from utensils to containers, are biodegradable and environmentally friendly.

Named for the verdant street on which it resides, Green Street Tavern is an upscale, intimate restaurant that features the finest California comfort food with a European influence. Seasonal appetizers and entrees are created from locally farm grown beef, seafood, chicken, and organic vegetables. The menu also features a small but carefully curated wine and beer list.

A chain with locations throughout the U.S. and Canada, Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ features small charcoal grills at every table, allowing diners to become their own expert cook and to share their best creations, a la carte style, with their tablemates. It offers a wide range of meat, including the best-sellers Harami Skirt Steak in Miso marinade and certified Angus Kalbi Short Rib in Tare Soy marinade. Other popular items include pork, lamb, duck, chicken, garlic shrimp, and a variety of vegetables.

The full bar menu includes Japanese Sake, Shochu, frosty cold beer, and a handful of cocktails.

Happy Hour: Mon all day; Daily 11:30am-6:30pm.

Late Night Happy Hour: Tue-Thu 8:30-11:00pm; Fri-Sat 9:30pm-12:00am; Sun 8:30-11:00pm

Harlowe's French Dip takes the idea of the French dip sandwich from a simple grab-and-go meal to sit-down-and-linger fare, offering the classic French dip, as well as dips with slow-roasted pork, turkey, and braised lamb. Diners can also find burgers, fried chicken, spaghetti and meatballs, and salads, among many other tasty plates.

Happy Hour:  Mon 11:00am-9:00pm; Tue-Sat 2:00-6:00pm; Sun 11:30am-9:00pm.

Hello Gelato is a small sweet-treat parlor that offers an impressive array of flavors. Free samples of the varieties help customers narrow down their choices; if you’re still undecided, you can ask for a split scoop – two flavors in one cone or cup.

Hey, That's Amore! is an Italian-inspired deli-cafe and coffeehouse. Along with coffee, groceries, and gifts, customers can find a sizable menu of sandwiches and bagels featuring genoa salami, mortadella, prosciutto, pastrami, and other Italian meats. The café often hosts community events, including art exhibits, musical performances, movie nights, poetry groups, and Italian classes.

Nepalese, Indian, and Tibetan cuisine is prepared with authentic Himalayan herbs and spices at this cozy café, which offers an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet and a full dinner menu with plenty of vegetarian options. Imported beer and California wine selections are served.

Home Brewed Bar celebrates the grassroots culture of collaborative brewing, sharing diverse styles of teas and coffees from all over the world. Signature coffee and tea roots are cold brewed for 20 hours, and “Brewtenders” create every cup in real time, making the bar’s selections of cold brew, milk teas, coffees, and boba well worth a try. Customers can also create their own coffee or tea brew using milk alternatives, “enhancements,” and more than a dozen flavors.

Hot Wings Cafe sports a full menu of sandwiches and sides, but the bustling crowd is there for the wings, served mild, hot, or extra hot along with house blue cheese dressing, carrots, and celery. The venue’s flat-screen TVs show sporting events, and customers can choose from more than 20 different kind of beer and wine.

An international franchise of traditional Mongolia hot pot, pastry, and BBQ, Hulun Beir offers a wide range of kebabs, meats, fish, dumplings, salads, and savory pastries. Diners can sit comfortably inside or outdoors on the patio. 

Chef Mamoru Tatemori introduces his traditional Japanese sushi concept to the United States, offering an extensive selection of sake, wine, and shochu pairings, as well as a $70 Omikase tasting menu.  Tatemori has received AAA's prestigious 4 Diamond Restaurant Award; his restaurant "Tatemori" was selected as Best Restaurant in Tokyo from 2014-2017 and was awarded a Michelin star.  Notably he turned it down so that his regular customers would be able to continue to get reservations.  

With a name that means “the baker” in Italian, Il Fornaio Cucina Italiana (eel-for-NIGH-oh) brings traditional Old World cooking techniques to the heart of Old Pasadena in the One Colorado Courtyard. The bustling, charming eatery restaurant has indoor/outdoor eating spaces and serves from a sizable menu that includes pizzas, pastas, salads, rotisserie and grill entrées, and weekend brunch items; a children’s menu is also available.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 4:30-6:30pm, Sun 8:00-10:00pm.

Indiana Colony— a namesake derived from the first group of settlers in Pasadena – is a charming marketplace of local, independent food and retail vendors. Housed in a historical building, the collective has been beautifully restored and features the original brick walls and wood floors, giving it a coffeehouse ambiance. Guests can take advantage of plenty of seating and the relaxing atmosphere while enjoying these merchants:

• Pie Hole
• Gilly Flowers
• Legacy Tea & Spice
• Pressed Juicery
• Coolhaus Ice Cream

Cozy, hip Intelligentsia Coffee invites lingering and sipping – its warm lighting, eclectic seating, exposed brick wall, free WiFi, and beautiful reclaimed wood accents are quintessential coffee house elements.

The coffee bar – the largest of the three Intelligentsia locations in LA – offers a full menu of single origin coffees served whole bean, brewed, and espresso, as well as elegant teas and refreshing iced drinks. A secondary bar serves up boutique beer and wine. A back entrance allows for quick access to ample parking nearby, and outdoor seating makes it a perfect rest stop on Colorado Boulevard.

A night-life venue and restaurant, IX Tapa features classic dishes from Mexico’s west coast, from familiar entrée favorites to a large offering of bar bites. With over 7,000 square feet of space grandly appointed by LA-based design firm AKAR Studios, IX Tapa boasts live music, dancing, and a complete schedule of entertainment options.

Happy Hour: Tue-Sun 4:00-7:00pm.

Jimmy John's tasty sandwiches use fresh ingredients, including all-natural meats, veggies that are hand-sliced daily, and homemade bread that is baked all-day, every day. Diners can  also ask for all the “Freebies” that can fit onto a sandwich. Sandwiches are "freaky fast" - ready in 30 seconds. Jimmy John's offers delivery and catering for any occasion. Visit in store, or place an order online or by phone.

JIN returns to the original essence and spirit of the tea experience, selecting only the finest organic tea from Taiwan. Adjacent to the Boiling Point, the intimate café serves artisan tea, cold brewed tea, milk tea, and organic specialty tea. JIN Tea proudly holds Germany’s CERES organic certification and meets the U.S. National Organic Program (NOP) standards. The tea undergoes strict organic verifications ranging from location, altitude, airborne substances, neighboring crops, and other categories.

The high-energy, family-friendly Kabuki Japanese Restaurant features delicious traditional food from a full menu that includes a variety of sushi options. Arranged to accommodate small and large groups, Kabuki has a full bar menu, a kids’ menu, and a Happy Hour each day.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 3:00-6:00pm; Mon-Thu 9:00pm-close; & Sun 8:00pm-close.

Katie's Bakery carries organic, non-GMO, gluten-free, and dairy-free products that have a light, delicate taste and texture. A take-out operation, Katie's Bakery offers baked goods, organic beverages, coffee and tea, breakfast items, and snacks; catering is also available.
Because the bakery uses no additives or preservatives, products have a 24-hour shelf life. However, the product line is frozen at the top of baking so you can pick out your baked goods of choice and place them in your freezer. Pop them into your oven for 12 minutes and get the same taste and texture of the products in the display case!

A casual eatery with counter service, King Taco was founded in 1974, initially opening in a converted ice cream truck and now operating more than 20 locations throughout LA. Featuring a wide variety of authentic Mexican foods, King Taco has been recognized by prominent food critics and has also placed within the top 100 of Hispanic Business Magazine’s “Top 500 Hispanic Businesses.” Its fans attribute the success to its use of fresh ingredients and consistent quality.

A true pub with a rotating and curated beer selection to prove it, Kings Row Gastropub feels like a friendly neighborhood joint, complete with frequent live music, shuffleboard, and a small but solid menu of tasty artisan food. Choose your drink from a menu that specializes in small-craft and local brewers and Belgian ales (handcrafted cocktails and wine selections are on hand too) and grab a spot at one of the three seating areas: the open-air “patio” bar, dining room, or outdoor beer garden.

Happy Hour: Wed-Sun 4:00-7:00pm; Tue all day.

Housed in Pasadena’s historic 1935 Del Mar train station, La Grande Orange Café is a vibrant, bustling, charming eatery offering American fare – salads, sandwiches, burgers, and meat and seafood entrees, allwith a modern flare. The restaurant's impressive wine list focuses on West Coast wineries; handcrafted cocktails and a few selections of craft beer are also available with meals or at the restaurant’s adjacent Otis Bar. Weekend brunch is popular here, and LGO’s sister/next-door restaurant, The Luggage Room, is a great bet too.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 11:00am-7:00pm in the Café; Otis Bar Happy Hour: Sun 7:00-9:00pm.

A perfect spot for a quick bite, La Lucé Café & Deli serves more than a dozen sandwiches along with coffee, tea, and smoothies. Customers can find plenty of vegetarian options and can dine indoors or out.

Le Pain Quotidien – “the daily bread” – combines a traditional European bakery, which sells breads and pastries at the counter, and a countryside café. Featuring rustic wooden furniture and a communal table, the eatery offers a sizeable menu of pastries, breakfast plates, sandwiches, soups, desserts, beer, and wine. Customers can also take advantage of a kids’ menu, patio seating, and free WiFi.

Legacy Teas & Spices is an artisanal gourmet merchant of high-quality spice and tea blends. In addition to carrying more than 200 signature blends, the locally owned shop also features an extensive collection of pure spices, gourmet sea salts, peppers, flavored sugars, and dried fruits. Housed in the charming Indiana Colony collective of merchants, Legacy invites customers to stop in for one of the many varieties of refreshing iced teas offered daily or a hot tea of their choice.

Named after the traditional Inner Mongolia dish served in a metal pot, Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot serves each guest a pot filled with a steaming aromatic broth decorated with an assortment of fresh ingredients such a goji berries, jujubes, black cardamom pods, ginseng, herbs, and – for those who like a little heat – “mala” chili oil and peppercorns. Guests then place their selection of meat, veggies, fresh seafood, and handmade noodles into the broth to let simmer and then enjoy. Exotic drinks and delicious desserts round out these unique meals.

Happy Hour: Mon-Thu 11:30am-7:00pm; Fri-Sun 11:30am-7:00pm & 9:30pm-close.

Lost at Sea brings together seafood, multicultural flavors, and seasonal produce all with a focus on French technique. The menu changes with the seasons, but diners can find dreamy dishes like butter-poached lobster, sockeye salmon panzanella, and octopus molé. The proprietors also represent small production, organic and naturally produced wines from all over the globe – expect a solid wine menu, with a small selection of craft beers to round out the offerings.

A locals’ favorite and long-time mainstay in Old Pasadena, Lucky Baldwins Pub opened in 1996 as an authentic British pub. The laid-back venue serves up more than 60 unique and rotating beers on tap. Throughout the year, Lucky Baldwins also celebrates European drinking festivals, including its renowned Belgian Beer Festival, IPA festivals, and Oktoberfest. Hungry drinkers can also find a full kitchen serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner pub grub.

Happy Hour: Mon-Tue & Thu-Fri 4:00-6:00pm; Sun & Wed 10:00pm-close.

What was once the 1930s-era luggage room of the Del Mar Train Station is now home to the Luggage Room Pizzeria. The menu features pizzas fired in the wood-burning oven, many of them vegetarian and all of them distinct for the thin, sourdough-like crust and inventive combinations of local and seasonal toppings. The focus here is almost entirely on pizza (with good reason!) although the menu does offer a small selection of salads, as well as craft cocktails, wine, and beer.

Happy Hour: Mon-Thu 5:00pm-7:00pm & 9:00pm-close; Fri 3:00-6:00pm & 9:00-close.

Maestro brings modern Mexican fine dining and craft cocktails to Old Pasadena. The farm-to-table-centric menu features everything from traditional tacos and enchiladas to innovative dishes made with fresh fish, shellfish, lamb, duck, short ribs, and steak. The cozy spot showcases exposed brick walls, mosaic tiles, neon art, and a large banquette. Bar selections focus on creative cocktails made from high-quality tequila and mezcal, as well as craft beer and wine.

2018 Guest Chef Residency Program - Roster of Chefs

• February 27: Chef Jonathan Perez of Macheen
• March 27: Erik Nolasco of Madre! and El Nopal
• April 24: Chef Danielle Duran of Le Coucou
• May 29: ChefJesse Barber of The French Laundry and Bouchon 

 Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 4:00-6:00pm.

Mama M Sushi & Rolls specializes in offering an extensive menu of exactly that: sushi and rolls.  Enjoy their excellent and authentic quality for a delicious dining experience.

An enticing blend of rustic old-school and contemporary style sets the mood at Meat District Co., which serves – you guessed it – meat; the menu centers solidly on all-natural, hormone-steroid-antibiotic-free beef. Joining the steaks, ribs, and burgers are salads, a soup of the day, starters and sides, kids’ menu selections, and bottomless mimosa brunches on Sunday. Diners will also find a full bar with craft beer, cocktails, and wine.

Happy Hour: Daily 4:00-7:00pm & 9:30pm-close.

One of the longest operating restaurants in Old Pasadena, Mi Piace Italian Kitchen features an award-winning kitchen famous for serving up light Italian cuisine with a New York accent – specialty pizzas, seafood, pastas, and much more. Its interior stylish martini lounge, stainless steel bar, illuminated tables, and red leather couches are complemented by its lively sidewalk dining area – one of the most popular in Old Pasadena. Mi Piace is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a late night lounge menu, Happy Hour, and a full bar nightly.

Happy Hour: Mon 4:00-close; Tue-Fri 4:00-7:00pm.

A third-generation chocolatier with origins in the Ukraine, Mignon Chocolates creates all its treats locally by hand without the use of chemicals or preservatives, using only original family recipes. The result? Melt-in-your mouth truffles, seasonal varieties, exotic flavors, and just good old-fashioned chocolates. Custom theme or shaped chocolate pieces can be crafted for special events or with company logos.

Milkie & Snowie serves Bingsu, Korean shaved snow ice freshly made with milk and only fresh fruit. The eatery also offers Korean-style toast and waffles, which have rice cake mochi inside.

Motto Tea Cafe offers a variety of hot and iced teas and fruit drinks like Kyoto Uji Matcha, Japanese Genmai. Motto also serves sweet and savory pancakes all day using premium ingredients imported from Japan. Motto’s distinction is its use of all natural loose tea leaves, pure cane sugar, and organic milk - they do not use tea powder, corn syrup, or creamer in any products. 

One Colorado is an outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment district spanning one city block in Old Pasadena, between Colorado Boulevard, Union, De Lacey and Fair Oaks. This award-winning destination unites the urban environment of 17 historic buildings with 40 contemporary fashion and dining attractions, including Crate and Barrel, The Gap, Anthropologie, Patagonia, Alma de la Rosa, and Il Fornaio Cucina Italia.

The One Colorado Courtyard, designed in the tradition of European town squares, is Old Pasadena’s is public gathering space, offering regularly scheduled outdoor film screenings, live music, art markets, children’s programs, and site-specific art installations. 

Osawa brings together sushi, Shabu Shabu, and Otsumami on its menu while practicing the Japanese tradition of omotenashi, or hospitality – the exquisite Japanese art of welcoming and serving guests. The tapas-like Otsumami menu features dishes like shishito tempura stuffed spicy tuna and king salmon ceviche with chili lemon soy; while the Shabu Shabu menu shines with options like Kurobuta pork, fresh market seafood, and Saga Beef. Diners can choose from nearly three dozen types of sushi. Sake, wine, and beer are also offered.

Originating in Denmark, Paradis Ice Cream believes that ice cream should be made fresh every day, using only high-quality ingredients. The local chain is known for its unique flavors and a creamy consistency derived from using top-notch Italian ice cream machines and limiting air incorporation to only 20-percent. 

Surprisingly, the ice cream is considered relatively low calorie and low fat, thanks to the use of fresh milk in the ice cream and pure water in the sorbets. The taste remains, however, incredibly flavorful, rich, and diverse -- look for a rotating roster of nearly 100 flavors! And for those with dietary restrictions, look for vegan selections each day.

Opening in 2008, POP Champagne Bar & Restaurant quickly became a go-to staple for romantic dates and celebrations; indeed, the cozy restaurant welcomes couples, large groups, and everyone in between. Adding to its charm, POP is housed in a historical building that retains many of its original features — brick walls, plank floors, an open-beam ceiling, and Batchelder tiles.

The menu features appetizers, salads, cheese and charcuterie platters, and entrée favorites such as champagne chicken, a five-mushroom risotto, and braised short ribs with truffle mashed potatoes. The oft-praised, extensive dessert menu presents homemade classics such as crème brûlée and soufflé du jour, as well as inventive treats like a Meyer lemon tart with homemade basil ice cream. And, of course, there’s champagne — one of the best selections in Southern California.

Happy Hour: Tue all day; Wed-Sun 5:00-7:00pm.

Chef Mark Peel -- whose legacy includes Ma Maison, Michael’s, Chez Panisse, Spago, La Brea Bakery, and Campanile -- created Prawn to deliver high-quality seafood dining that is accessible for all. 

Prawn showcases a modern menu of seafood options in a fast-casual restaurant environment. Chef Mark and his team create inventive and delicious broths in tilting steam kettles, a cooking process that expedites simmering and renders a richer taste with more complex flavors. The distinctive, seafood-forward menu includes a Thai Lobster Roll, Paella, Clam Chowder, and the famous Seattle Fish Stew. Mark's delights are served in a comfortable and welcoming restaurant inspired with colors and shapes from the sea. Prawn celebrates the bounty of the ocean with an array of flavors for every customer. ​

Happy Hour during April 2018: Thu-Sat 4:00-7:00pm.

Its founders created Pressed Juicery with one goal in mind: to bring delicious, premium, and nutritious juice to everyone. They focused on great taste, simplicity, and affordability for everyone. Located inside Old Pasadena’s artisanal co-op Indiana Colony, Pressed Juicery offers cold-pressed, ready-to-go drinks that are blended daily and designed to provide vital nutrients that optimizes customers’ health.

Prolece Tea serves a variety of tea drinks, including boba, house milk tea, rose on lychee tea, and jasmine green tea, among many others. 

For over two decades, Q’s Billard Club has been a neighborhood restaurant, sports bar, and late-night hang-out, located above Barney’s Beanery. Q’s features a delicious menu, 10 pool tables, more than 45 TVs, three outdoor patios, a DJ spinning your favorite music, and a friendly staff to assist you.

In 2015, the well-established Japanese chain Ramen Tatsunoya chose Old Pasadena as its first U.S. location, and the eatery’s popularity is evident by the lines out the door most days. Recognized by connoisseurs, Tatsunoya is dedicated to perfecting the ultimate bowl of ramen. The traditional tonkotsu menu includes koku and jun, their signature ramen, as well as items inspired by the city of Pasadena.

Rocco’s Tavern features a large and lively bar with a restaurant and outdoor café inspired by the classic Italian eateries and taverns of the East Coast. Prominent TV screens showcase games with LA sports teams. Rocco’s Tavern serves Italian-Style comfort food, serving lunch, daily Happy Hour, dinner, and late-night dining.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 11:00am-7:00pm; Sat-Sun 3:00-7:00pm; Daily 10:00-close.

Holding court on Fair Oaks Boulevard “since 1930” (as its retro neon sign proclaims), Russell’s is a locals’ favorite, especially for breakfast and weekend brunch. Specialties include Croque Monsieur, Croque Madame, Belgian waffles, French toast, and gourmet omelets. The restaurant also serves a well-rounded lunch and dinner menu, focusing on burgers, sandwiches, salads, pasta, and “bistro entrees.”

Sage Vegan Bistro serves organic, sustainable, plant-based food centered on produce that comes from local farmers committed to practicing organic, pesticide-free farming, and regenerative agriculture. Daily farm deliveries means that most dishes feature produce picked that same day or the day before. Diners can enjoy everything from breakfast to dinner, brunch, craft cocktails and beer, desserts, with a choice of indoor dining or a spot on the expansive patio, which offers delightful views of the charming One Colorado Courtyard. 

Happy Hour: Mon-Tue ALL DAY.

A bustling Vietnamese spot especially during the lunch hour, Saigon Noodle Restaurant is known for its savory pho, although a variety of appetizers, fried rice dishes, beer and wine are also on the menu. It gets great reviews for its fast service, generous portions, and flavorful dishes.

ShanDong Dumplings, a San Gabriel Valley spot well known for its handmade Northern Chinese dumplings, opened its Old Pasadena location in 2015. The menu features more than one dozen varieties of dumplings, including steamed, boiled, and pan-fried. Diners can choose from shrimp, pork options, and excellent sheng jian bao and xiao long bao. Passerby on Fair Oaks can even watch the process – the restaurant’s dumpling-makers busily create their masterpieces in a street-facing window.

Slater’s 50/50 refers to founder Scott Slater’s original creation: the 50/50 patty made of 50% ground bacon and 50% ground beef. The restaurant’s menu is full of amplified burgers and indulgent dishes to pair with a stellar selection of local and regional craft beer available on tap. Slater’s uses Brandt Beef, a family-owned local beef producer dedicated to hormone-free product and sustainable practices.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 11:00am-6:00pm.

SOH Grill House serves modern Korean barbecue with an emphasis on high-quality ingredients, including grown vegetables, prime beef cuts from Northern California, and hand-picked spices.

The restaurant boasts a unique design element too: The grill vents are designed using a type of "down draft system" that pulls smoke out through exhausts vents in the walls, allowing customers to walk away not smelling like smoke or barbecue.

Lively, casual and coolly sophisticated, SORRISO serves authentic Italian cuisine with a contemporary California twist. The menu includes steaks and chops grilled to perfection, as well as salads, pastas, pizzas, and seafood. SORRISO also boasts an extensive wine list and specialty cocktails, and late night guests can relax in the late-night lounge featuring live entertainment. 

Happy Hour: Mon all day; Tue-Sun 4:00-7:00pm.

The result of a long-standing dream between two friends, Spinfish Poke House offers well-crafted food, friendly hospitality, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone. The menu centers on made-to-order bowls of poke – cubes of raw Ahi tuna marinated in local ingredients and seasonings served over fluffy rice. The eatery is especially popular during the lunch hour – those in a hurry can try their online ordering for quick pick-up.

Starbucks, an international chain, has a large, homey location on Colorado Boulevard that offers free WiFi, a selection of premium teas, fine pastries, sandwiches, and snacks – and of course, rich-brewed Italian-style coffee and espresso beverages.

Stone Company Store Pasadena features a stellar tasting room with 20 rotating taps of Stone Brewing Co. beers, including year-round, special, and one-time releases, as well as periodic special vintages. Customers may also purchase growler fills to-go or enjoy four-, eight-, or 16-ounce pours on location. Keg, bottle, and merchandise are also available for purchase.

Located at Del Mar Station in Old Pasadena, the Store is a convenient stop for people commuting on the Metro Gold Line or just passing through town. The 1,700 square-foot store has a dog-friendly patio area with tables and chairs for patrons to relax and enjoy a delicious craft beer with their four-legged friends.

Stray Cat Poke and Dessert serves poke bowls with salmon, yellowtail, seaweed salad, and spicy crab meat, to name a few key ingredients; bowls come with a choice of sides. Diners can also select from soft serve ice cream with flavors like rose berry, milk, black sesame, and matcha. The ice cream is served in taiyaki (fish-shaped bread, originating in Japan) or in a cup. 

The ubiquitous Subway chain finds its home in Old Pasadena on Holly Street. It serves up fresh, made-to-order sub sandwiches.

Sushi Enya in Old Pasadena opened in early 2017 – another location can be found in Little Tokyo in Downtown Los Angeles. Chef Kimiyasu Enya trained for over ten years in Japan – he and the kitchen team receive fresh products from the fish market every day. The menu focuses on fish-based Japanese sushi and American sushi rolls, but also offers contemporary dishes like ceviche and special rolls for vegan diets. Sushi Enya also features daily specials and the chef's tasting "omakase" course. Wine and sake are available.

Headed by Chef Ike San, considered one of the best Sushi chefs in Los Angeles, Sushi Kimagure is an upscale Omikase service restaurant ("trust" the chef and he will serve you the freshest catch of the day) and is open for dining by reservation only.

Sushi Roku combines exceptionally fresh fish with a splash of California innovation to create a range of sushi options, which showcase flavors from a variety of international influences. Dining selections also include luscious salads, hot and cold specialty appetizers, and an extensive selection of hot entrees. The bar serves specialty cocktails, extensive wines and sakes, and a hand-picked selection of Japanese beers, and features a daily Happy Hour.

Happy Hour: Sun-Mon 5:00-9:00pm; Tue-Sat 5:00-7:00pm

At SushiStop, everything is served on small plates and start at a fixed price of $2.95, a price designed to encourage customers to be adventurous with a large and diverse menu. Beer and wine are served.

Taco Libre brings together the best of Mexican food and culture. Enjoy a great selection of quality tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and even bowls.

A cozy, tranquil respite, Tea Rose Garden was established in 1994 by Grace Kim Heinstedt to combine two passions – her love of the art of flowers and the art of "taking tea." Tea Rose Garden is indeed a unique place that offers a full-service flower shop, beautiful tearoom, and patio garden, all surrounded by fine gifts and little treasures. Along with afternoon tea, patrons can enjoy a good selection of sandwiches (tea and regular), sweets, fruit, and salads.

Known for its extensive menu that satisfies just about everyone, The Cheesecake Factory is a bustling, vibrant chain that claims a high-profile spot in Old Pasadena at the nexus of Fair Oaks and Colorado Boulevard. The eatery serves lunch, dinner, late night supper, Sunday brunch, and of course, desserts!

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 4:00-6:00pm. Happy Hour offered only in the Bar.

Born and brewed in Southern California since 1963, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is the oldest and largest privately held specialty coffee and tea retailer in the United States. Guests can grab easy-to-go coffee, tea and tea accessories, smoothies, and juices.

A small, family-owned eatery, the Kitchen Italian Cafe and Pizzeria serves up New York, Sicilian, and Chicago style deep-dish pizza, as well as authentic entrées, pastas, salads, calzones, and sandwiches. The restaurant can provide full catering for parties ranging in 5-500.

Happiness one slice at a time. That simple mission is carried out all day every day by The Pie Hole as the counter-service eatery inside Indiana Colony wows patrons with sweet and savory pies made from scratch with high quality ingredients. Favorites include Mexican Chocolate, Earl Grey, and Cereal Killer. Visitors can also find other baked items, as well as Pie Hole’s house blend coffees, which are organic, Rainforest Alliance Certified, and roasted to exact specification.

Serving the authentic Himalayan cuisine of Nepal, Tibet, and India since 2001, Tibet Nepal House uses a wide range of herbs and spices common to Himalayan cooking to create uniquely delicious and healthy food for diners. The tranquil restaurant is decorated with Buddhas and prayer wheels and features a simple yet appealing menu with steamed dumplings, curries, and noodle dishes. Patrons might also enjoy the traditional Tibetan butter tea, Nepalese milk tea (chia), and the house famous rice pudding (khir).

Tortas Mexico offers an authentic Mexican dining experience with dishes and sauces from San Juan Yucuita in the Nochixtlan District of Oaxaca State. The specialty of this casual, counter-service is, of course, tortas – a type of Mexican sandwich made with meat or eggs and garnished with avocado, onions, jalapenos, and tomato. Diners can also find tacos, burritos, sopes, and a small breakfast menu.

Tortugas Authentic Mexican specializes in tortas, sandwiches served on an oval-shaped roll, served cold or toasted, and garnished with avocado, a choice of meat, refried beans, different types of Mexican cheeses, jalapeños, tomatoes, and onions. And the restaurant’s name? Tortugas means “turtles” in Spanish, but in Mexico City it's also slang for torta.

True Food Kitchen offers a seasonal menu for the health-conscious palette; it's a restaurant concept and lifestyle brand inspired by the principles of Dr. Andrew Weil's anti-inflammatory diet, a blueprint for a lifetime of optimal nutrition. Offering a wide selection of vegan, vegetarian, naturally organic, and gluten-free options, along with dishes for those following a paleo or Mediterranean diet, True Food Kitchen caters to wellness by providing delicious, healthy food.

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 3:00-6:00pm.

Conceived as "fine-dining fast food," Umami Burger creates unique combinations of ingredients naturally high in umami, the savory, ingredient-activated "fifth taste." The result is a sophisticated selection of burgers, sides, and accompaniments. Diners can find Hatch Chile, truffle, and K-BBQ burgers, among the beef options; turkey, ahi tuna, and falafel burgers; salads; and several types of fries. The bar options include craft beer on tap, specialty cocktails, and wine by the glass or bottle.

Happy Hour: Mon-Thu 3:00-6:00pm & 9:00pm-close.

Chef Bruce Kalman and Marie Petulla partnered to open Union, a 50-seat restaurant and bar featuring a seasonally Californian interpretation of Northern Italian cuisine. The intimate neighborhood restaurant – named as one of Jonathan Gold’s Top 101 Restaurants in 2015 and 2016 – showcases house-made charcuterie, seafood, pickles, pasta, local grains, heirloom beans, and market produce. Sommelier, wine consultant, and winemaker George Pitsironis created its list of domestic and imported beers and wine.

Union Street Sandwich Company is a locally owned business with a homey, welcoming atmosphere. It’s a great place to grab a sandwich, a coffee, or any of the freshly baked morning-muffins and coffee cakes, and offers free WiFi. If you’re in a hurry, the eatery also offers quick, ready-to-go menu items and curbside pick-up. Staffers are happy to help you cater any business meeting or event.

Vanilla Bake Shop is a charming neighborhood bakery with fresh, from scratch cakes, cupcakes, icebox desserts, and assorted sweets, all of which use high-quality ingredients and offer timeless taste. It's signature ingredient? Real Madagascar vanilla beans in all desserts, of course.

Ascend a flight of stairs from a quaint Old Pasadena courtyard and you’ll arrive at Vertical Wine Bistro, featuring a sleek wine bar separated from a contemporary dining room by a floor-to-ceiling glass wine cellar. Patrons can choose from more than 70 wines available by the glass, alongside intriguing flight options, to pair with bistro fare. The restaurant has several unique areas for mingling and dining, including the Library Room, Lounge, and special events in the Cellar Room.

Happy Hour: Tue-Fri 5:00-7:00pm.

Waffles de Liege serves up one of two types of Belgian waffles – the Liege – which features richer dough than the Brussels waffle, which is also served. It also uses a key ingredient, pearl sugar, which caramelizes and produces a slightly crispy exterior and leaving the center soft, chewy, and delicately warm. Customers can choose to top their waffles with a dusting of powdered sugar, Nutella, Speculoos (a Belgian biscuit spread that tastes like ginger snaps), fresh fruit, whipped cream, or Fosselman’s ice cream.

We Olive is a premier retailer & tasting room of California extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and California wines.

The magical alchemy of California’s hot dry summer days and cool, evening temperatures, myriad soil types and microclimates, combined with the passion and commitment of its artisan growers, result in world class olive oil and balsamic vinegar. We Olive Pasadena is a fun and exciting place to taste the finest artisan made extra virgin olive oils, balsamic vinegars and delicious gourmet foods. In other words, it is a foodie’s paradise, a culinary shopping experience, and an educational destination for people passionate about delicious food and health.

The wine bar features small batch California varietals – basically, wine that you wouldn’t be able to find in a grocery store. Although We Olive does not sell bottles, the store offers wine by the glass every night of the week, as well as beer and mixed drinks that include balsamic vinegars and olive oils like the Balsamic Lemonade and the Balsamic-Marinated Berry Spritzer. The store offers a small menu featuring items like flatbreads, sandwiches, salads, and tapas - dining is available indoors or on the back patio.

Happy Hour: 3:30pm-7:00pm; Wine Wednesdays offers happy hour prices all day long.

Wheat Shop is a bakery cafe specializing in pastries, croissants, cakes, and sandwiches.  Patrons can also select from a broad drink menu that includes milk tea in all variety of fruit flavors, hot and cold teas, and espresso coffee. 

Fronted by a gorgeous antique bar, at which bartenders craft specialty cocktails (with a focus on whiskey) and beer and wine selections, White Horse also features a lounge and dark and moody dining area. The restaurant displays its architectural history with pride, showcasing gleaming polished wood, bronze railings, crystal chandeliers, and vintage-style wallpaper. The menu offers small plates, steaks, salads, burgers, and entrees.

Happy Hour: Daily 4:00-6:00pm.

Wokcano Cafe offers delicious dining, carryout, and delivery to Pasadena diners. The Pan Asian restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients. Come for a meal or a late-night snack – on weekends, it’s open until 3:30am.

Happy Hour: Tue-Fri 3:30-7:00pm.

Yogurtland’s success is simple: real ingredients make great flavors. The small chain uses hormone- and antibiotic-free milk fresh from its own dairy, as well as fresh fruit, to create innovative flavors like Rocket Pop Sorbet and Dragon Passion Tart. Those with food sensitivities can enjoy dairy-free, no sugar added, and gluten-free options.