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EaT DRiN K PL aY<br />
YOUR GUIDE TO PASADENA AREA DINING, DRINKING AND FUN<br />
RESTAURANT<br />
REVOLUTION<br />
Diners see an explosion<br />
of new and exciting<br />
eateries<br />
HAPPY<br />
HOURS<br />
There is no shortage of<br />
creative cocktails, exotic<br />
drinks and craft beers in the<br />
Greater Pasadena area<br />
TOO MUCH<br />
FUN!<br />
Ways to fulfill every<br />
entertainment desire<br />
IDEA GUIDE<br />
Good suggestions<br />
for a great time
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GREATER PASADENA DINERS SEE AN EXPLOSION OF<br />
NEW AND EXCITING EATERIES<br />
BY ERICA WAYNE<br />
13 HAPPY HOURS<br />
THERE IS NO SHORTAGE OF CREATIVE COCKTAILS, EXOTIC DRINKS AND<br />
CRAFT BEERS IN THE GREATER PASADENA AREA<br />
BY LISA DUPUY<br />
17 TOO MUCH FUN!<br />
GREATER PASADENA OFFERS MANY WAYS TO FULFILL<br />
EVERY ENTERTAINMENT DESIRE<br />
BY SHEILA MENDES COLEMAN<br />
29 IDEA GUIDE<br />
GOOD SUGGESTIONS FOR A GREAT TIME<br />
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Restaurant<br />
Revolution<br />
GREATER PASADENA DINERS SEE AN EXPLOSION OF NEW AND EXCITING EATERIES<br />
BY ERICA WAYNE<br />
When I started at the Pasadena Weekly in 1984, a friend gave<br />
me a T-shirt inscribed “So Many Restaurants; So Little<br />
Time.” Back then, the statement was largely aspirational.<br />
Restaurants in our neck of the woods were for the most part traditional,<br />
and I spent much of my first years on the job reviewing places<br />
that had been in operation much longer than the Weekly itself.<br />
But we were on the cusp of a restaurant revolution. Thai, Australian,<br />
Japanese, Russian, regional Chinese and Mexican, dim sum,<br />
Indonesian, Indian, Greek, Ethiopian, Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese,<br />
Brazilian, Argentinean, Peruvian, Burmese, Filippino, Irish, Canadian<br />
and that most inventive of cuisines “Fusion” mushroomed up<br />
from the mid- ’80s on. And now, my (alas) somewhat tighter T-shirt<br />
speaks the truth.<br />
The incredible proliferation of exciting dining establishments<br />
has made coverage ever more challenging. Not that I’m complaining,<br />
mind you. But, almost every week there’s a tough choice of recently<br />
opened restaurants vying for attention, way more than you can<br />
shake a fork or chopstick at.<br />
And speaking of chopsticks, the number of Asian noodle emporia<br />
has risen sharply. To mention just a few: Japanese (Tatsunoya<br />
in Pasadena, Tengoku in Arcadia, Modan in Eagle Rock and South<br />
Pasadena), Chinese (Lao Xi in San Gabriel), Vietnamese (Saigon<br />
Noodle House in Pasadena, AJ Noodles in Glendale), Indonesian<br />
(Borneo Kalimantan in Alhambra, Bone Kettle in Pasadena) —<br />
the passion for pasta seems never-ending.<br />
A sampling of recent reviews demonstrates diversity. We’ve feacontinued<br />
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tured three unusual bakeries — Katie’s (specializing in gluten-free<br />
products) and Seed (grinding its own antique grains) in Pasadena<br />
and Mr. Holmes’ (sushi pastries, anyone?) in Highland Park.<br />
There’ve been several Asian fusion features, e.g. Pasadena’s Bistro<br />
Mon Cheri (meatballs filled with chocolate lava) and Bone Kettle<br />
(ube gnocchi with duck confit in coconut sauce). FYI, Sierra Fusion<br />
in Sierra Madre handily won the Weekly’s Best New Restaurant<br />
award last year. A must try!<br />
Shared plate places are really in. Foodies can gorge on soup<br />
dumplings at Din Tai Fung in Arcadia or Glendale, on gourmet<br />
dim sum at Lunasia in Alhambra or Pasadena, exquisite Mexican<br />
at Maestro in Pasadena), Italian fusion cicchetti at Bacari in Glendale,<br />
split huge Southern Indian dosa of various kinds at Pasadena’s<br />
Annapurna and treat themselves to spectacular Spanish tapas at<br />
Pasadena’s Racion.<br />
South American: Brazilian churrascarias (Porto Alegre in<br />
Pasadena and Gauchos Village in Glendale), Venezuelan sandwiches<br />
and chocolate creations at Old Town’s Amara and Peruvian<br />
at Choza 96 in Old Town and Lola’s and Mamita’s in Glendale.<br />
Korea is well represented (e.g., Chris’ Korean BBQ in Pasadena,<br />
Oo-Kook in Arcadia, Kim’s Kitchen in Glendale). Even Canadian<br />
poutine can be had at Spudds in Pasadena and Montrose. And poke<br />
is almost as ubiquitous as pizza.<br />
There’s more to come. In Pasadena, Danny Trejo just opened a<br />
cantina next door to the Pasadena <strong>Play</strong>house. There’s a new Hunanese<br />
restaurant coming to Green Street; and has anyone noticed the<br />
sign over the shell of Pasadena’s La Fiesta Grande stating “Coming<br />
Soon Japenese (sic) Noodles?” 51 Tavern in Highland Park is<br />
being transformed into something Frenchy. And after a 75-year history<br />
in San Marino, Twohey’s is planning a tavern (with sundaes?)<br />
in East Pasadena.<br />
What’s hot in haute? Union, Maestro, Lost at Sea, Alma de la<br />
Rosa, Alexander’s and Sushi Enya (specializing in omakase) in<br />
Pasadena; Bacari, Bourbon Steak, Sushi Sasabune in Glendale<br />
and Trattoria Allegria in Montrose; Little Beast and Red Herring<br />
in Eagle Rock; Crossings in South Pasadena; Café Birdie<br />
in Highland Park; Flintridge Proper and Maple in La Cañada<br />
Flintridge; and Monkey Bar in Arcadia.<br />
Oldsters — including Pasadena’s Parkway Grill, Celestino,<br />
Racion, Bistro 45 and Green Street Tavern, South Pasadena’s<br />
Shiro, Glendale’s Raffi’s Place and Arcadia’s Derby — are also<br />
thriving.<br />
As for culinary casual? Juicy Wingz, a new joint in East Pasadena,<br />
may attempt to challenge Slater’s (my Old Town favorite).<br />
Colette, a recently opened breakfast and lunch place adjacent to<br />
Hastings Ranch, has fabulous churro French toast. Cindy’s, the<br />
Eagle Rock diner, whips up Southern/Creole cuisine (shrimp and<br />
grits is a big seller!). Nori Sushi Wraps in South Pasadena gets<br />
raves as do Glendale’s K Ramen, Sabz & Olive and Central Grille<br />
and Spireworks (“doner American style”) in Eagle Rock.<br />
We’ve reported on “Impossible Meat” and “Beyond Meat” burgers<br />
(at Umami and Veggie Grill) and the swell of vegetarian and vegan<br />
restaurants, but desire for beef and pork doesn’t seem to be waning.<br />
High-end steak houses, noisy burger bars and barbecue of all kinds<br />
are as popular as ever. So is fried chicken — finding its way onto<br />
more and more menus as perched on waffles, tucked into burritos,<br />
tacos, salads, sandwiches and even (not sure about this one!) pizzas.<br />
So, here’s my advice to gourmets and gourmands of all stripes.<br />
Indeed, there are so many restaurants and so little time! Delight in<br />
the panoply but take heed, carpe diem, get out there and EAT! ■<br />
Sierra Fusion<br />
PHOTO: Danny Liao<br />
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Happy Hours<br />
THERE IS NO SHORTAGE OF CREATIVE COCKTAILS, EXOTIC DRINKS AND<br />
CRAFT BEERS IN THE GREATER PASADENA AREA<br />
BY LISA DUPUY<br />
The recipe for a great drink is equal parts temptation-to-thetongue,<br />
rush-to-the-head and feast-for-the-senses. The third<br />
element is primarily determined by one’s surroundings while<br />
having said drink. Does one prefer a dimly lit hideaway or the great<br />
outdoors? A raucous adult playground or a sophisticated lounge? In<br />
the Greater Pasadena area, we’ve got them all.<br />
Here are a few of options, well-known and new.<br />
AL FRESCO REFRESHMENT<br />
Summer evenings beg for a beverage on a breezy patio. Mercantile<br />
Alley just south of Colorado Boulevard is a great spot with a<br />
number of outdoor watering holes. Top of the heap is Kings Row<br />
Gastropub with its patio bar, beer garden and vintage brick interior.<br />
With 24 beers on tap, a quirky wine selection, hand-shaken cocktails<br />
and hearty pub food, the atmosphere is affable and party-like.<br />
1886 Bar at The Raymond has a lovely patio as well. Set in the<br />
backyard shade of a restored Craftsman bungalow, 1886 serves up<br />
some of the best artisan cocktails in the San Gabriel Valley. They<br />
specialize in the classics here — Manhattans, Old-Fashioneds,<br />
Sidecars — taking care to prepare and serve them to pre-Prohibition<br />
Era high standards.<br />
Congregation Ale House and Stone Company Store are within<br />
a block of each other and have equally pleasant outdoor drinking<br />
areas. You must love Stone IPA and their other beers to get the most<br />
out of this place. Plus you can buy all sorts of merchandise. Congregation<br />
has the added perks of various artisan beers on tap, a medieval<br />
monastery motif, good-looking bar food and free parking.<br />
CELLAR INSANITY<br />
A number of underground establishments have popped up in<br />
Pasadena, the newest of which is The Cellar: A Wine Library. A<br />
doorman on busy Colorado directs you down a corridor to an (unattractive)<br />
elevator. When the doors open one floor down, another<br />
mysterious door bearing antlers opens to a wonderland of fresh-cut<br />
cedar walls lined with books, wine bottles and paintings. A place<br />
filled with leather couches and table lamps. It’s like being in a Finnish<br />
sauna, or perhaps a wine crate. The wine list is high-end, as are<br />
the clientele and the prices.<br />
Der Wolfskopf is Pasadena’s very own German beer hall. One<br />
half expects a horse-riding knight to trot down the line of Bavarian<br />
flags and iron chandeliers. The German-Belgian beer and food<br />
selection is impressive and the vibe in the brauhaus is fun, but the<br />
real surprise is downstairs at Der Rathskellar where unusual wall<br />
murals prevail and craft cocktails, like the Dire Wolf with creme de<br />
violette, are shaken. The cellar bar is only open evenings, Thursday<br />
through Saturday.<br />
BREWHOUSE BROUHAHA<br />
Two good brewery tap rooms have recently opened at the<br />
eastern and western ends of the San Gabriel Valley. On the border of<br />
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“Ring the Alarm” at The Raymond’s 1886 Bar<br />
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Glendale l and dBurbank under a freeway overpass is Brewyard Beer<br />
Company, a completely charming brick-lined converted warehouse<br />
and tap room. With long communal tables, even one built into the<br />
bed of an old Ford truck, the atmosphere is friendly and open,<br />
in part due to the gregarious purveyors Sherwin and Kirk. Their<br />
Tropico, a Belgian saison with passion fruit, is my current favorite.<br />
Goes well with most of the offerings from the food trucks they<br />
pull right up to the open garage door.<br />
On an industrial backstreet near the Foothill (210) Freeway<br />
is Mt. Lowe Brewing Co., Arcadia’s first microbrewery. While<br />
the beer is tasty, particularly the Thaddeus milk stout and the<br />
habanero-spiked Hills are on Fire, the atmosphere could use a little<br />
work before it’s ready for primetime. Historic touches like oversized<br />
photos of the original Mt. Lowe Railroad and railroad spike tap<br />
pulls add a lot, as do board games and amusements for all ages.<br />
A PROPER COCKTAIL<br />
Sometimes you need to get dressed up a bit and feel like a<br />
real person with a sophisticated beverage. The Tap Room at<br />
the Langham is good for a legitimate Pimm’s Cup or a flute of<br />
Dom Perignon. Men, press your slacks. Women, slip on your best<br />
heels. There’s jazz on Thursdays and live music on weekends.<br />
John Sparr Tavern is a new upscale bar and restaurant in<br />
Montrose. Pounded tin ceilings, a Deco-inspired bar, custom-made<br />
stained glass and green marble walls cloak customers in an atmosphere<br />
of quiet conversation fueled by well-made cocktails, craft<br />
beers, California heavy wines and classic, good tavern food.<br />
This by no means covers all my favorite bars in the area but I<br />
hope you’ll enjoy adding a few more to your personal arsenal. There<br />
are 365 happy hour days in a year.<br />
Kings Row Gastropub<br />
20 E. Colorado Blvd.,<br />
Pasadena<br />
(626) 244-7593 |<br />
mtlowebrewing.com<br />
1886 Bar at the Raymond<br />
1250 S. Fair Oaks Ave.,<br />
Pasadena<br />
(626) 441-3136<br />
theraymond.com<br />
Congregation Ale House<br />
300 S. Raymond Ave.,<br />
Pasadena<br />
(626) 403-2337<br />
congregationalehouse.com<br />
Stone Company Store<br />
220 S. Raymond Ave.,<br />
Pasadena<br />
(626) 440-7243<br />
stonebrewing.com<br />
Der Wolfskopf/<br />
Der Rathskellar<br />
72 N. Fair Oaks Ave.,<br />
Pasadena<br />
(626) 219-6054<br />
derwolfskopf.com<br />
Brewyard Beer Company<br />
906 Western Ave., Glendale<br />
(818) 409-9448<br />
brewyardbeercompany.com<br />
Mt. Lowe Brewing Co.<br />
150 E. St. Joseph St.,<br />
Arcadia<br />
(626) 244-7593<br />
mtlowebrewing.com<br />
Tap Room at the Langham<br />
1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave.,<br />
Pasadena<br />
(626) 568-3900<br />
anghamtaproom.com<br />
PHOTO: Danny Liao<br />
The Cellar: A Wine Library<br />
26 E. Colorado Blvd.,<br />
Pasadena<br />
(626) 578-9156<br />
winelibrary.com<br />
John Sparr Tavern<br />
3437 Ocean View Blvd.,<br />
Montrose<br />
(818) 957-7488<br />
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Too Much Fun!<br />
GREATER PASADENA OFFERS MANY WAYS TO FULFILL EVERY ENTERTAINMENT DESIRE<br />
BY SHEILA MENDES COLEMAN<br />
Pasadena is a veritable playground that caters to citizens and<br />
visitors alike with great care and diverse entertainment offerings.<br />
During the day, one can find a myriad of activities to keep busy:<br />
shopping, biking, hiking, as well as world-renowned museums and<br />
historical architecture to tour and marvel at. There are also plazas<br />
and markets, big and small, farm to flea.<br />
But what many who love Pasadena have also come to appreciate<br />
about this magical city is the eclectic night scene.<br />
Whether it’s a blues saloon, a lively stand-up comedy club or<br />
family-style entertainment, Pasadena’s thriving nightlife satisfies<br />
every taste.<br />
Bowling<br />
All Star Lanes<br />
4459 N. Eagle Rock Blvd., Eagle Rock<br />
(323) 254-2579 | allstarlanesbowling.com<br />
Bowlmor Lanes<br />
3545 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 351-8858 | bowlmor.com<br />
Jewel City Bowl<br />
135 S. Glendale Ave., Glendale<br />
(818) 243-1188 | jewelcitybowl.net<br />
Mr. T’s Bowl<br />
5621 N. Figueroa St., Highland Park<br />
(323) 257-2695 | highlandparkbowl.com<br />
Montrose Bowl<br />
2334 Honolulu Ave, Montrose<br />
(818) 249-3895 | montrosepartybowl.com<br />
Coffee & Comedy<br />
Barney’s Beanery<br />
99 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena<br />
(626) 405-9777 | barneysbeanery.com<br />
A haven for karaoke and comedy lovers, Barney’s Beanery takes a<br />
relaxed approach to entertainment that has enabled it to expand its<br />
reach and influence throughout Southern California with several<br />
thriving locations.<br />
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The Ice House Comedy Club<br />
24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena<br />
(626) 577-1894 | icehousecomedy.com<br />
The club’s website proudly boasts that “over 4 million people have<br />
shared thousands of hours of laughter and song at the Ice House.”<br />
Over the years, the beloved establishment has featured performances<br />
by virtually every top-name comic in the business.<br />
Jones’ Coffee Roasters<br />
Bitchface Comedy Night<br />
693 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena<br />
Vroman’s Bookstore<br />
(626) 564-9291 | jonescoffeeroasters.com<br />
695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
In addition to enjoying a perfect cup of sustainably-sourced aromatic<br />
gourmet coffee served by knowledgeable baristas, you can<br />
also treat yourself to a signature brand of humor at Jones’ Bitchface<br />
Comedy Night. There is also a Jones’ Coffee Shop at Vroman’s<br />
Bookstore, but the comedy troupe does not perform there.<br />
Film<br />
Academy Theatre<br />
1003 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 229-9400 | regencymovies.com<br />
ArcLight Cinema<br />
300 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 568-9651 | arclightcinemas.com<br />
Ipic Theatre<br />
42 Miller Alley, Pasadena<br />
(626) 639-2260 | Ipictheaters.com<br />
Laemmle <strong>Play</strong>house 7<br />
673 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena,<br />
(310) 478-3836 | laemmle.com/theaters<br />
Live Music & Dance<br />
Big Mama’s Rib Shack & Southern Cooking<br />
1453 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena<br />
(626) 797-1792 | bigmamaspasadena.com<br />
This family-owned establishment features live music with local and<br />
regional bands and musicians every Tuesday and Saturday.<br />
California Philharmonic (CalPhil)<br />
111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles<br />
(323) 850-2000 | calphil.com<br />
Led by Maestro Victor Vener, currently the CalPhil performs solely<br />
at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles. To date,<br />
more than 750,000 concertgoers have heard the orchestra live since<br />
1997.<br />
Coffee Gallery Backstage<br />
2029 N. Lake Ave., Altadena<br />
(626) 798-6236 | coffeegallery.com<br />
Coffee Gallery Community Stage<br />
2029 N. Lake Ave., Altadena<br />
(626) 398-7917 | coffeegallery.com<br />
Often confused for one another, Coffee Gallery Backstage and<br />
Coffee Gallery Community Stage are quite different inasmuch as<br />
Backstage features top-name musical acts and the Community<br />
Stage allows customers to get up in front of an open mic and sing,<br />
joke around or recite poetry.<br />
Club 54<br />
54 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 793-0608 | club54lounge.com<br />
Experience Club 54’s three levels of music, food, and fully stocked<br />
bars. VIP seating in spacious booths and bottle service are available<br />
upon request. Must be 21 to enter..<br />
iX Tapa Cantina<br />
119 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 304-1000 | cantinaixtapa.com<br />
iX Tapa’s bartenders and deejays will move you to dance and party<br />
in style with superb libations, a one-of-a-kind Mariachi show, multilevel<br />
stages and a variety of music genres.<br />
Levitt Pavilion<br />
85 E. Holly St., Pasadena<br />
(626) 683-3230 | levittpavilionpasadena.com<br />
The Levitt makes live music accessible to all by producing 10 weeks<br />
of free concerts FREE to the public every summer.<br />
Kings Row Gastropub<br />
20 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena<br />
(626) 793-3010 | kingsrowpub.com<br />
Nestled in the heart of Old Pasadena, this trend-setting pub hosts<br />
live music ranging from blues to bluegrass in an exciting but casual<br />
atmosphere.<br />
MEOWMEOWZ! Retro ‘80s Thrift Shop<br />
2423 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 798-6969 | facebook.com/meowmeowz<br />
A colorful storefront shop that buys and sells new and vintage<br />
clothes, MEOWMEOWZ! also features live entertainment Fridays<br />
and Saturdays. All ages are welcome to join in the fun.<br />
MUSE/IQUE<br />
300 E. Green St., Pasadena<br />
626-844-77039 | muse-ique.com<br />
MUS/IQUE’s programming is designed and led by the singular vision<br />
and talents of Rachael Worby — a critically acclaimed conductor<br />
and preeminent leader in arts education.<br />
Old Towne Pub<br />
22 E. Holly St., Pasadena<br />
(626) 577-6583 | theoldtownepub.com<br />
The Old Towne Pub has made a name for itself as a platform for<br />
talented new bands and musicians.<br />
Pasadena Symphony and POPS<br />
Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Gardens<br />
301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia<br />
(626) 821-3222 | pasadenasymphony-pops.org<br />
Over the past 80 years, the Pasadena Symphony has artistically<br />
matured into one of the top performing symphonic ensembles in<br />
Southern California.<br />
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The Rose<br />
245 E. Green St., Pasadena<br />
888-645-5006 | roseconcerts.com<br />
Find a good seat, plant yourself and be prepared to be wowed.<br />
The Rose’s innovative approach to concerts makes it the perfect<br />
venue for enjoying live music while feasting on fabulous cuisine.<br />
Museums & Galleries<br />
Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens<br />
1151 Oxford Road, San Marino<br />
(626) 405.2100 | huntington.org<br />
Voted Best Art Gallery in PW’s annual Best of Pasadena readers’<br />
poll last year, this former home of railroad magnate Henry Huntington<br />
today is a research facility that boasts one of the world’s<br />
most comprehensive collections of 18th- and 19th-century British<br />
and French art.<br />
Kidspace Children’s Museum<br />
480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 449-9144 | kidspacemuseum.org<br />
Kidspace Children’s Museum, voted Best Family Fun Spot in last<br />
year’s Best of Pasadena balloting, helps children become active<br />
learners by teaching them the importance of respect, integrity,<br />
safety and experiential learning.<br />
Norton Simon Museum<br />
411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 449-6840 | nortonsimon.org<br />
The Norton Simon Museum, voted Best Museum in last year’s<br />
Best of Pasadena polling, features one the country’s most extensive<br />
and rarest art collections, with some pieces dating back two<br />
millennia.<br />
Pasadena Museum of California Art<br />
490 E. Union St., Pasadena<br />
(626) 568-3665 | pmcaonline.org<br />
The Pasadena Museum of California Art, according to its website,<br />
presents “the breadth of California art and design through<br />
exhibitions that explore the cultural dynamics and influences<br />
that are unique to California.”<br />
Pasadena Museum of History<br />
470 W. Walnut St., Pasadena<br />
(626) 577-1660 | pasadenahistory.org<br />
The Pasadena Museum of History, located in the former Fenyes<br />
mansion, is the only museum and research library dedicated<br />
solely to preserving and sharing the history, art and culture<br />
of Pasadena and the west San Gabriel Valley, according to its<br />
website.<br />
USC Pacific Asian Museum<br />
46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena<br />
(626) 449-2742<br />
pacificasiamuseum.org<br />
The USC Pacific Asia Museum is committed to furthering intercultural<br />
understanding through the arts of Asia and the Pacific<br />
Islands.<br />
Theater<br />
A Noise Within<br />
3352 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 356-3100 | anoisewithin.org<br />
A Noise Within celebrated its 25th anniversary during the 2016-<br />
17 season basking in the praise of the Huffington Post, which<br />
recently named the theater “one of the nation’s premier classical<br />
repertory companies.”<br />
Alex Theatre<br />
216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale<br />
(818) 243-2539 | alextheatre.org<br />
For decades, Glendale’s Alex Theatre has been the centerpiece<br />
of the city’s arts, culture and community programming. The<br />
theater’s schedule attracts more than 130,000 patrons per year.<br />
Boston Court Performing Arts Center<br />
70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena<br />
(626) 683-6883 | bostoncourt.com<br />
This beloved nonprofit institution prides itself on innovative,<br />
creative shows in an intimate setting. Guests to Boston Court<br />
rave about the spoken-word and experimental productions, but<br />
also the high quality of the talent from performances, such as<br />
the 13th annual New <strong>Play</strong> Reading Festival, and the Heidi Duckler<br />
Dance Theatre.<br />
Fremont Centre Theatre<br />
1000 Fremont Ave., South Pasadena<br />
(626) 441-5977 | fremontcentretheatre.com<br />
Located in a historic building in South Pasadena, the Fremont<br />
Centre Theatre is a nonprofit, professional theater whose mission,<br />
according to their website, is to “discover and rediscover<br />
plays of value to produce in an artistic atmosphere that nurtures<br />
creativity, originality and excellence.”<br />
Pasadena <strong>Play</strong>house<br />
39 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena<br />
(626) 356-7529 | pasadenaplayhouse.org<br />
The Pasadena <strong>Play</strong>house has been honored with the title of “The<br />
Official State Theater of California,” and this world-famous<br />
venue takes their commitment to the arts seriously.<br />
Sierra Madre <strong>Play</strong>house<br />
87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre<br />
(626) 355-4318 | sierramadreplayhouse.org<br />
The Sierra Madre <strong>Play</strong>house is a nonprofit, award-winning 99-<br />
seat theater dedicated to illuminating the American experience<br />
through high-quality productions by acclaimed and emerging<br />
playwrights. The theater, according to its website, is committed<br />
to engaging diverse local and regional audiences.■<br />
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626 NIGHT MARKET<br />
626 Night Market is back! Presenting LET’S PLAY Summer <strong>2017</strong>, the original<br />
and largest night market returns with hundreds of food, merchandise, arts,<br />
crafts and entertainment options for one of the grandest food festivals of the<br />
year. Welcome back old favorites and a lineup of new vendors to satisfy your<br />
palate, browse our merchandise, arts and crafts vendors, and enjoy live entertainment<br />
with friends and family. Admission is only $3 on Fridays & Sundays<br />
and $5 on Saturdays. Free for kids ages 6 and under. Parking is free. Save the<br />
dates: July 21-23, Aug. 11-13, and Sept. 1-3 (Labor Day Weekend). Santa Anita,<br />
285 Huntington Drive, Arcadia<br />
ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE<br />
111 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena<br />
(626) 486-1111 | alexanderssteakhouse.com<br />
Alexander’s Steakhouse welcomes you to experience American steakhouse<br />
cuisine with an innovative and elegant global inspiration. Our menu features<br />
Certified Angus Beef from the Mid-West, corn-fed and dry-aged for 28 days<br />
for unparalleled flavor. We take pride in serving the finest and most luxurious<br />
ingredients available including authentic Japanese wagyu beef. The expansive<br />
wine selection at Alexander’s Steakhouse is designed to perfectly compliment<br />
this modern twist on an American classic.<br />
ALL INDIA CAFÉ<br />
39 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena<br />
(626) 440-0309 | allindiacafe.com<br />
An unassuming Indian restaurant that fans call the best in Pasadena, All India<br />
Café specializes in a fascinating and extensive menu of authentic Indian homestyle<br />
cooking. We use only natural spices and ingredients. We do not add artificial<br />
colorings or preservatives. We offer many sumptuous dishes that are lean,<br />
healthful and low in fat. Many vegan and vegetarian dishes are also available.<br />
We offer daily specials, which include a chicken curry of the day, a vegetable<br />
special, a lentil and rice of the day.<br />
AVANTI ITALIAN BISTRO & BAR<br />
187 N. Sierra Madre Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 817-9180 | avantibistro.com<br />
Avanti Italian Bistro & Bar brings elegance and a sophisticated environment<br />
that provides a refreshing Italian cuisine with an open kitchen and impeccable<br />
service. Enjoy a wonderful selection of specialty salads, pastas and entrees that<br />
include rack of lamb and seafood dishes with branzino, Scottish salmon and<br />
daily specials. Then sip on your favorite martini at the swank curved bar. Our<br />
bistro has modern stainless steel touches, red brick interior walls, fireplace, lots<br />
of windowside tables and a patio for outdoor dining.<br />
BENIHANA<br />
400 S Baldwin Ave., Arcadia | (626) 340-2276<br />
Located at Westfield Santa Anita Mall<br />
17877 Gale Ave., City of Industry | (626) 912-8784<br />
Benihana.com<br />
For over 50 years Benihana restaurants have dazzled guests with theatrical<br />
chefs who prepare savory steak, juicy chicken and succulent seafood to<br />
perfection on the teppanyaki grill. Benihana loyalists crave the signature Hibachi<br />
Chicken Fried Rice while kids love the flying shrimp tails and fiery volcano tricks<br />
that turn a meal into a show. Benihana restaurants also feature fresh sushi<br />
with unique specialty rolls, plus colorful cocktails and an array of non-alcoholic<br />
beverages to refresh the palate. Benihana Happy Hour is not to be missed! Each<br />
Monday-Friday from 4-7 p.m. enjoy great prices on hot and cold appetizers,<br />
sushi, sake, beer, wine and cocktails, available in the lounge and sushi bar.<br />
There are two Benihana locations in the San Gabriel Valley. For reservations or<br />
directions visit benihana.com.<br />
BONNIE B’S SMOKIN<br />
1280 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena<br />
(626) 794-0132 | bonniebssmokin.com<br />
From Tulsa Oklahoma to Southern California with a touch of New Orleans soul<br />
comes Bonnie B’s Bar B Que Heaven. Our 45-year-old traditional recipes are<br />
made with love. Try our new Sweet Pea’s double-fried burger made with our<br />
own sauces, soul bowl and homemade peach cobbler. Voted best BBQ & Soul<br />
Food in Pasadena for our ribs, collard greens and Slim”s Mac & Cheese. We are<br />
thankful and appreciate Pasadena.<br />
BURRITO EXPRESS<br />
1597 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 798-0844 | burritoexpresspasadena.com<br />
If you are looking for a quick meal that is made fresh and tastes delicious,<br />
stop on by. We’ve been serving up terrific food since 1978. We still use the<br />
same tried and true recipes since the beginning. We have been fortunate to<br />
win Pasadena Weekly’s Best Of in the Burrito category many times. In the<br />
summertime we sell Shave Ice after 5 p.m. to keep you cool during those hot<br />
summer evenings.<br />
CABRERA’S MEXICAN CUISINE<br />
655 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena<br />
(626) 795-0230 | cabreras.com<br />
Cabrera’s Family Restaurant first opened their doors in 1985 in Arcadia. Today,<br />
Cabrera’s Mexican Cuisine operates and owns 3 localities with a professional<br />
enterprise that specializes in Mexican-American food and other dishes that are<br />
served with a very Mexican style. Our Focus provides delicious and fresh food<br />
resulting in a significant publicity by word of mouth and of<br />
recurrence and in such a manner are able to say proudly that our experience<br />
makes the difference.<br />
CLUB 54<br />
54 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 793-0608 | club54lounge.com<br />
Thank You for making us the No. 1 rated dance club in Old Town Pasadena.<br />
Experience Club 54’s three levels of music, food, and fully stocked bars. VIP<br />
seating in spacious booths and bottle service are available upon request. Come<br />
in and be part of the buzz. Contact us for corporate or private events. Must be<br />
21 to enter<br />
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COLONIAL KITCHEN<br />
1110 Huntington Drive, San Marino<br />
(626) 289-2449<br />
This is a throwback joint serving classic American food, including breakfast,<br />
amid booths and Elvis memorabilia. The service is great and the environment<br />
is very cozy and welcoming. Some favorite dishes: Cajun omelets and eggs<br />
Benedict. The Titan consists of bacon, sausage, eggs, hash browns, pancakes,<br />
toast and OJ. Enjoy our Ceviche fish tacos. Portions are big and hearty. There’<br />
is plenty of parking in the parking lot next to the restaurant.<br />
THE COUNTER BURGER<br />
140 Shoppers Lane, Pasadena<br />
(626) 440-1008 | thecounterburger.com<br />
We want to challenge the way people think about burgers. We’re about creative<br />
construction. We think life is about experiences. Trying stuff. Learning. Stretching.<br />
Being inventive. So we’ve searched for ingredients, chosen meats, created<br />
sauces, baked buns, melted cheeses and crafted shakes that shout flavor. Take<br />
them and create something special.<br />
EDWIN MILLS<br />
22 Mills Place, Pasadena<br />
(626) 564-8656 | edwinmills.com<br />
Edwin Mills is an intimate New-American urban tavern gastropub located in the<br />
heart of Old Pasadena. We now feature live music every Tuesday, Wednesday<br />
and Friday night! Check the website for our talent line-up! Great place to stop<br />
after work for a drink, meet friends for dinner, special occasion or romantic<br />
dinner. Edwin Mills takes its name from the roads intersecting at its door: Mills<br />
Place and Edwin Alley, both named in the late nineteenth century to honor<br />
Pasadena entrepreneurs. Offering delicious food, friendly service, genuine<br />
people and the best Happy Hour in Pasadena, customers love our whiskey<br />
selection and bottomless Mimosas we offer a full selection of wines, beers,<br />
martinis, specialty cocktails and champagne. We look forward to seeing you!<br />
EL PORTAL<br />
625 E. Green St., Pasadena<br />
(626)795-8553 | Elportalrestaurant.com<br />
Pasadena Weekly readers have been rewarding El Portal with the title of Best<br />
Mexican Food in the city for years. This charming little hacienda with brick<br />
walls, festive colors, fine art and a California elegant courtyard brings the<br />
authentic cuisine of Mexico and the Yucatan region to your table.<br />
FAUBOURG<br />
74 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre<br />
(626) 836-5700 | dinefaubourg.com<br />
FAUBOURG, a new restaurant by third-generation French chef Anthony Bar,<br />
features modern French cuisine. Chef Bar moved to the US four years ago and<br />
incorporates ingredients from both countries. Everything is made in-house,<br />
from the ketchup to the lobster ravioli. The new fare can be paired with a wide<br />
selection of wines and beers. In addition to dinner, FAUBOURG also offers<br />
brunch (Sat-Mon, 9-4:30 p.m.) and Happy Hour is every day from 4-6 p.m.<br />
HARLOWE’S FRENCH DIP<br />
43 E. Union St., Pasadena<br />
(626) 535-0985 | harlowesfrenchdip.com<br />
Centered in historic Old Pasadena, the handsome wood art deco interior of<br />
Harlowe’s French Dip surrounds and transports you back in time. Harlowe’s is<br />
more than French Dips; it’s an ensemble of signature sandwiches and upscale<br />
pub fare. By using only the freshest product we aim to reinvent classic favorites<br />
into modern staples. Special events, rare beers and daily Happy Hour?<br />
That’s Harlowe’s.<br />
HULUN BEIR<br />
55 W. Green St., Pasadena<br />
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WELCOME TO HULUN BEIR, Pasadena’s newest sensation. We serve traditional<br />
Mongolia hot pot, pastries and barbecue. Experience fresh ingredients with<br />
our unique hot pot and choose up to three of your favorites from our list of<br />
broths, which are made from a secret recipe. We bring you the most authentic<br />
traditional tastes with a wide selection of kebabs, meats, seafood, mushrooms,<br />
veggies and tofu. Enjoy our house noodles, salads and pastry. We have a beautiful<br />
outdoor patio, fashionable decoration and a comfortable bar with a great<br />
selection of beer! Yelpers say the coconut soju and lamb skewer are to die for.<br />
This is a truly authentic taste experience!<br />
KABUKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT<br />
88 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 568-9310<br />
3539 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 351-8963 | kabukirestaurants.com<br />
Kabuki is a full-service, casual Japanese restaurant chain with 18 locations in<br />
Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas. The restaurants showcase traditional<br />
and innovative Japanese cuisine, creative cocktails and contemporary interior<br />
designs. The menu is led by R&D Director and Executive Corporate Chef Masa<br />
Kurihara and offers dishes for the adventurous sushi-lover to the vegetarian<br />
diner. The beverage program features classic cocktails, wine and beer, as well<br />
as inventive sake libations. The perfect spot for Happy Hour, date night and your<br />
next family meal. Look for the Red Mask.<br />
LUCKY BALDWINS PUB<br />
Old Pasadena 17 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 795-0652<br />
Pasadena 1770 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena (626) 844-0447<br />
Sierra Madre 21 Kersting Court, Sierra Madre (626) 355-1140<br />
Luckybaldwins.com.<br />
Lucky Baldwins is known for the best fish & chips in town and our wide selection<br />
of beers on tap and bottles. We offer traditional English fare for lunch and<br />
dinner daily and weekend breakfast and brunch with three locations to serve<br />
you! Dog-friendly patio dining is available at all three locations. Our pubs specialize<br />
in over 65 Belgian, English & American Craft beers. We are widely known<br />
for our Belgian Beer Festival, Sweet and Sour Festival and our IPA Festival. We<br />
are also THE place to watch English Premiere League Soccer. Family friendly,<br />
free wifi.<br />
MARGARITA’S<br />
155 S. Rosemead Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 449-4224 | margaritaspasaena.com<br />
The name may say Margaritas, but this is a full-service Mexican restaurant.<br />
Tortillas are made by hand daily, and the weekday Buffet Brunch allows you to<br />
quickly and inexpensively eat to your heart’s content. Yes, the margaritas are to<br />
die for. Also open for Sunday brunch.<br />
MUSE/IQUE<br />
muse-ique.com<br />
Celebrate the summer with MUSE/IQUE in a three-part festival titled MOTOWN/<br />
MIRACLE at Caltech’s Beckman Mall Lawn. The Summer of Sound continues<br />
on Saturdays, July 22 with SOUL/TOWN and Aug. 26 with GLOW/TOWN.<br />
MOTOWN/MIRACLE presents the artistic elements of Motown and Motown-era<br />
hits and explores the movement as a catalyst for change in America. Programs<br />
feature a dizzying array of genres — classical, jazz, tap, Motown and more<br />
— as well as internationally acclaimed artists Darlene Love, Joshua Henry,<br />
and Savion Glover. Join Rachael Worby and the orchestra for unforgettable<br />
performances and breathtaking surprises live at Caltech. Visit muse-ique.com<br />
for more information.<br />
NEON RETRO ARCADE<br />
28 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena<br />
(626) 568-2924 | neonretroarcade.com<br />
Retro fun for all ages! Neon Retro Arcade is a reboot of the classic American<br />
arcade in the heart of beautiful Old Pasadena. Their carefully curated collection<br />
of 50-plus classic video games and pinball machines spans decades — think<br />
Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Centipede … all the greats! Leave your quarters at<br />
home because Neon’s games are set to “Free <strong>Play</strong>” so that guests can enjoy<br />
unlimited games for the price of hourly admission. With ’80s and ’90s music<br />
setting the stage for a trip down memory lane, Neon has perfected the formula<br />
for returning guests to a time when life was simpler. Whether you are looking<br />
for a fun family outing or a unique date spot, Neon has something for everyone<br />
to enjoy. Game NOT over!<br />
PASADENA CERTIFIED FARMERS’ MARKET<br />
Call (626) 449-0179<br />
pasadenafarmersmarket.org.<br />
Tuesdays-Villa Parke Community Center<br />
Saturdays -Victory Park<br />
Enjoy fresh local fruits, vegetables and farm products! If you have never been to<br />
a farmers’ market, you are in for a real treat. You’ll love the experience of buying<br />
directly from the farmer that grows the food. What you’ll love even more is the<br />
fresh, delicious taste of locally grown, nutritious fruits, vegetables and farm<br />
products. Our certified vendors only sell what they grow. Or, to put it another<br />
way, they won’t sell you anything that they did not grow. You know where your<br />
food came from and who grew it for you! ATM for market’s tokens on site and<br />
EBT accepted. Open rain or shine.<br />
PASADENA NOODLE & GRILL<br />
2335 E. Colorado Blvd., # 110., Pasadena<br />
(626) 792-1893 | pasadenanoodle.com<br />
Pasadena Noodle and Grill features pho, a noodle soup from Northern Vietnam<br />
served in a bowl of white rice noodle in beef broth (or chicken broth), with thin<br />
cuts of meat, variations featuring tendon, tripe, meatball or chicken. Spring<br />
rolls with lettuce (choose shrimp or tofu) are available to dip with mixed hoisin<br />
sauce. Crispy egg rolls and rice dishes with charbroiled pork chop, chicken,<br />
beef, baked egg or bean curd skin wrap shrimp are also on the menu.<br />
PASADENA PLAYHOUSE<br />
39 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena<br />
pasadenaplayhouse.org<br />
Pasadena <strong>Play</strong>house ¬presents “Shout Sister Shout!” a world premiere musical<br />
from the creator of “A Night with Janis Joplin.” Come hear the untold story of<br />
Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the “Godmother of Rock N Roll.” The <strong>Play</strong>house is also<br />
offering an exciting Centennial Season which includes a Deaf West Theatre<br />
co-production of the classic “Our Town,” a freshly reimagined “Pirates of<br />
Penzance,” Culture Clash’s “Bordertown Now,” and “future history play,” “King<br />
Charles III.” Memberships: $275+up<br />
PASADENA SANDWICH<br />
259 Sierra Madre Villa Ave., #102 Pasadena<br />
(626) 578-1616 | pasadenasandwichcompany@gmail.com<br />
PSC CATERS! Party Platters are made to order for meetings, lunches and parties.<br />
Pasadena Sandwich Company is a family owned and operated New Yorkstyled<br />
deli cooking meats in house and offering homemade salads made with<br />
only the freshest ingredients. Celebrating over 20 years of business, Pasadena<br />
Sandwich Company is a Landmark in Pasadena providing lunches for work and<br />
play. Call ahead or email with any questions.<br />
THE PASEO<br />
300 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
Paseocolorado.com<br />
Shop, dine and play at The Paseo, with more than 70 stores that include West<br />
Elm, Victoria’s Secret, and Tommy Bahama. Also enjoy delicious dining options<br />
like El Cholo Café, Yard House, Island’s Fine Burgers & <strong>Drink</strong>s and P.F. Chang’s<br />
China Bistro, to name a few!<br />
PCC FLEA MARKET<br />
1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
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Now featuring LIVE MUSIC! The PCC Flea Market is known for selling antiques<br />
and collectibles, with products ranging from high-end antiques to rummage<br />
sale type items. Over 450 vendors located in parking lots along the east side<br />
of campus (Bonnie Avenue from Colorado Boulevard to Del Mar Boulevard)<br />
and in the lot located on the West side of campus at the corner of Hill Avenue<br />
and Del Mar. Visit the best record show in SoCal with over 70 record vendors,<br />
music ranging from the big bands to present day performers, located on the<br />
fourth floor of the parking structure. The market is held on the first Sunday of<br />
the month from 8 a.m. to 3 .m. Free admission. Parking can be found for $2 in<br />
the parking structure located on Del Mar. Proceeds from every Pasadena City<br />
College Flea Market benefit student scholarships and student activities.<br />
THE PIZZA PRESS<br />
1655 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
Thepizzapress.com<br />
The Pizza Press experience delivers delicious new creations, old classics<br />
and the rare chance to create your very own pizza — prepared right in front<br />
of you! Whether you’re on the go, ordering in, or stopping by, discover how<br />
The Pizza Press is revolutionizing America’s favorite food. Publish your own<br />
newsworthy pizza. Now serving a great selection of craft beer. Open daily 11<br />
a.m. to midnight<br />
PRESIDENT THAI<br />
498 S. Rosemead Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626)578-9814 | president-thai.com<br />
Established in 1994, President Thai’s mission is to offer to the community<br />
the authenticity in Thai food, culture, and atmosphere. Rebuilt to become the<br />
first traditional Thai style architecture in Los Angeles, one with the interior<br />
finely decorated with ornate Thai art form and soothed with traditional music.<br />
Customers will find themselves being taken back in time to experience the<br />
traditional ways of Thai culture.<br />
RUTH’S CHRIS<br />
369 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 583-8122 | RuthsChris.com<br />
Ruth had a certain way of doing things. How to run a restaurant. How to treat<br />
people. How to prepare the best steak of your life. When people would ask<br />
Ruth why her food was so good and she’d simply say, “Just follow the recipe.”<br />
Come in tonight and experience how Ruth’s timeless recipe is alive and well to<br />
this day.<br />
SAN MARINO CAFÉ & MARKETPLACE<br />
2507 Mission St., San Marino<br />
(626) 399-0761<br />
San Marino Café & Marketplace, owned and operated by food passionista<br />
Linda Zadoian, offers an array of panini, salads and convenient delights. The<br />
café is warm and friendly, serving up a New Mediterranean menu, Groundwork<br />
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Organic Coffee, Villa Dolce Gelato and a variety of breakfast options. It has a<br />
family-friendly, fast-service and informal atmosphere with a flair! With everything<br />
from a variety of toppings on your avocado toast to a grilled baguette with<br />
fire-braised ham, fig and brie, you will always have a pleasant experience.<br />
SIERRA FUSION<br />
120 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre<br />
Tel: (626) 355-3030, Fax: (626) 355-3232<br />
sierrafusion.com | info@sierrafusion.com<br />
Sierra Fusion is the brain child of the hot “what is said to be” the hottest 2<br />
young chefs to hit the culinary scene in quite some time. Executive Chef Christina<br />
Duarte and Executive Sushi Chef Joseph Ungrue have created a unique<br />
menu combining sushi, an array of appetizers and entrees from truffle chicken<br />
sliders at lunch to Diver Scallops and Foie Gras at dinner. To be moderately<br />
priced with these offerings in Sierra Madre is no wonder why Reservations are<br />
highly suggested.<br />
SIERRA MADRE PLAYHOUSE<br />
sierramadreplayhouse.org<br />
“The Marvelous Wonderettes,” the irresistible jukebox musical comedy by<br />
Roger Bean, opens at the Sierra Madre <strong>Play</strong>house July 21. It’s 1958 and we’re<br />
at the Springfield High School prom. There we meet four young women with<br />
hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts and with voices to match. This<br />
off-Broadway hit takes you through the rollercoaster of young adulthood and<br />
features golden oldies from the ’50’s and ’60s like “Mr. Sandman,” “Lollipop,”<br />
“It’s in his Kiss,” “It’s My Party,” and many more! The show is directed by<br />
Robert Marra, with musical direction by Sean Paxton. Get ready for the fingersnapping,<br />
toe-tapping feel good musical of the season.<br />
STARK SPIRITS<br />
1260 Lincoln Ave., #1100 Pasadena<br />
(818) 730-4364<br />
starkspirits.com<br />
Stark Spirits is Pasadena’s first and only micro-distillery, located walking<br />
distance from the Rose Bowl. The Stark Spirits line includes Peated Single<br />
Malt Whiskey, California Single Malt Whiskey, Sunshine Orange Brandy, Silver<br />
Rum, Gold Rum, 151 Rum, Traditional Aquavit and Skyline Gin. These are true<br />
artisan spirits, each one hand-crafted in small batches by Karen and Greg. Stark<br />
Spirits is now a family distillery since son Michael and daughter Jennifer began<br />
working with their parents on a regular basis. Stark Spirits has won numerous<br />
medals at national and international events with their superb spirits. These fine<br />
beverages are found throughout California. Look for them in Pasadena, Arcadia,<br />
Glendale, La Canada and the greater LA area at fine restaurants, bars and retail<br />
stores: BevMo, Everson Royce, Mission Liquor stores, Petite Vendome, Remedy<br />
Liquor, and Vinotera. Schedule online for a tour and tasting.<br />
STONEY POINT<br />
1460 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 449-9715<br />
stoneypointrestaurant.com<br />
Take a drive west across the Colorado Street Bridge and nestled in the San<br />
Rafael neighborhood you’ll find a hidden treasure. Stoney Point Restaurant<br />
specializes in continental cuisine and is a marvelous place to come and enjoy<br />
amazing food, outstanding service and live piano entertainment.<br />
LUNCH is served Tuesday-Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.<br />
DINNER is served Tuesday-Sunday beginning at 5 p.m<br />
TAM O’SHANTER<br />
2980 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles<br />
(323) 664-0228 | tamoshanter.com<br />
In 1922, the Tam O’Shanter opened on a dusty road in early Los Feliz. Nearly<br />
a century after opening, the Tam is still here, but it hasn’t stood still. A dinner<br />
menu that reflects the evolving creativity of a dynamic kitchen is anchored with<br />
Lawry’s Prime Rib and premier American pub food and hand-carved sandwiches.<br />
It also offers a sophisticated craft beer and award-winning cocktail program<br />
with an emphasis on fine Scotch whiskeys from around the world. Live music,<br />
wine tastings and special dining events add to the Tam’s hallmark spirit of fun in<br />
its cozy, Scottish-themed atmosphere.<br />
TOPS WALNUT<br />
1792 E. Walnut St., Pasadena<br />
(626) 584-0244<br />
topsburger.com<br />
You can’t leave here hungry. Not with 14 burgers, 13 Mexican dishes, 17<br />
sandwiches, three types of hot dogs, seven salads and 12 types of breakfasts<br />
on the menu — all at great value prices. Charbroiled chicken plates, rib-eye<br />
steak plates, fish and chips and chicken strips add hearty heft at dinner for<br />
those hungry for just a little bit more. Nothing is pre-cooked. The portions of<br />
fresh onion rings and fries, sweet potato fries and zucchini are legendary, as are<br />
the best pastrami sandwiches in town. Try our new menu item California 3 Way:<br />
Spaghetti, Tops Secret Chili and Cheese.<br />
TORTUGAS<br />
35 N. Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena<br />
(626) 792-9791<br />
tortugascalifornia.com<br />
“Tortugas opened in February 2016 with the idea of bringing truly authentic<br />
Mexican Tortas to Pasadena. A torta is a sandwich served on an oval-shaped<br />
roll, called telera. Tortas can be served cold or hot, grilled or toasted, and<br />
garnishes include avocado, different types of Mexican cheeses, jalapeños,<br />
tomatoes and onions. Tortas are smothered with refried beans on one of the<br />
breads and then complemented with the customer’s choice of meats.<br />
TRUE FOOD KITCHEN<br />
168 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena<br />
(626) 639-6818<br />
truefoodkitchen.com<br />
True Food Kitchen is a health-driven restaurant merging nutrient-rich ingredients<br />
with a seasonal menu that rotates regularly to let guests experience fresh<br />
fruits and vegetables at the peak of their freshness and flavor. Signature dishes<br />
include healthful bowls, pizzas, seasonal salads and antioxidant-packed desserts.<br />
Pasadena’s indoor-outdoor bar is brimming with handcrafted cocktails,<br />
wine and local beers. True Food is celebrating summer through September with<br />
a showcase of seasonal offerings from the heirloom tomato and watermelon<br />
salad to its Cherry Bourbon Sour, among others.<br />
VERTICAL WINE BISTRO<br />
70 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena<br />
(626) 795-3999<br />
verticalwinebistro.com<br />
Set above the streets of Old Pasadena, Vertical Wine Bistro offers a warm,<br />
inviting dining experience with an elegant and comfortable atmosphere. Owners<br />
Rick and Colleen Liss’ mission is to provide a culinary experience focused on<br />
service and satisfaction while delivering fresh and delicious fare. Every meal is<br />
a journey that we value and appreciate the opportunity to be a part of. Vertical<br />
offers dining in the “Library” and Lounge as well as private dining and special<br />
events in the “Cellar.”<br />
Whether you are on a night out with friends or celebrating an anniversary. We<br />
are here to help make it memorable for all.<br />
ZELO PIZZERIA<br />
328 E. Foothill Blvd., Arcadia<br />
(626) 358-8298 | myzelopizza.info<br />
It’s the cornmeal crust that makes this pizzeria stand out from the rest. Zelo<br />
Pizzeria in Arcadia is a truly unique place to fill your pizza craving. This locally<br />
owned establishment’s signature dish is the fresh, corn, balsamic-marinated,<br />
oven-roasted red onion pie. Don’t be intimidated and don’t make substitutions!<br />
The dish is truly unique and a worthy competitor for the area’s best pizza. Zelo<br />
Pizzeria has expanded the dining room to better serve you, so come in and give<br />
Zelo Pizzeria a try. ■<br />
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EAT • DRINK • PLAY<br />
— IDEA GUIDE —<br />
The following list (including select “Best of Pasadena” awardees) should be helpful<br />
in generating ideas of where best to <strong>Eat</strong>, <strong>Drink</strong> and <strong>Play</strong> in the Pasadena area!<br />
EAT<br />
BEST NEW RESTAURANT<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
SIERRA FUSION<br />
120 W. SIERRA MADRE BLVD., SIERRA MADRE<br />
(626) 355-3030 | SIERRAFUSION.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
PAUL MARTIN’S AMERICAN GRILL<br />
THE SHOPS ON LAKE AVENUE<br />
455 S. LAKE AVE., NO. 102, PASADENA<br />
(626) 773-7600<br />
PAULMARTINSAMERICANGRILL.COM<br />
PERRY’S BY CLAUD BELTRAN<br />
DUSITD2 HOTEL CONSTANCE<br />
928 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 898-7900<br />
DUSIT.COM/DUSITD2/PASADENA/DINING/<br />
BEST BUSINESS LUNCH<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
SMITTY’S GRILL<br />
110 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-9999 | SMITTYSGRILL.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
DEL FRISCO’S GRILLE<br />
55 S. LAKE AVE., SUITE 150, PASADENA<br />
(626) 765-9913 | DELFRISCOSGRILLE.COM<br />
HOUSTON’S<br />
320 S. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-6001 | HILLSTONE.COM/HOUSTONS<br />
BEST CHEAP EATS<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
DOG HAUS<br />
105 N. HILL AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-4287 | DOGHAUS.COM<br />
93 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 683-0808<br />
410 E. MAIN ST., ALHAMBRA<br />
(626) 282-4287<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
IN-N-OUT BURGER<br />
2114 E. FOOTHILL BLVD., PASADENA<br />
1210 N. ATLANTIC BLVD., ALHAMBRA<br />
(800) 786-1000 | IN-N-OUT.COM<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
TOPS WALNUT<br />
1972 E. WALNUT, PASADENA<br />
(626) 548-0244 | TOPSBURGER.COM<br />
BEST OUTDOOR DINING<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
CAFÉ SANTORINI<br />
64 W UNION ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 564-4200 | CAFESANTORINI.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
EL PORTAL RESTAURANT<br />
695 E. GREEN ST, PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-8553 | ELPORTALRESTAURANT.COM<br />
GREEN STREET RESTAURANT<br />
146 SHOPPERS LANE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-7170<br />
GREENSTREETRESTAURANT.COM<br />
LA GRANDE ORANGE CAFÉ<br />
260 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 356-4444<br />
LGOSTATIONCAFE.COM<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
WE OLIVE<br />
32 E. CALORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 744-2766 | WEOLIVE.COM/PASADENA<br />
BEST ROMANTIC RESTAURANT<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
THE RAYMOND<br />
1250 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 441-3136 | THERAYMOND.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
ALTAEATS<br />
1860 N. ALLEN AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 794-1162 | ALTAEATS.COM<br />
BISTRO 45<br />
45 S. MENTOR AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-2478 | BISTRO45.COM<br />
PARKWAY GRILL<br />
510 S ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-1001 | THEPARKWAYGRILL.COM<br />
BEST SPECIAL OCCASION DINING<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
THE RAYMOND<br />
1250 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 441-3136 | THERAYMOND.COM<br />
PARKWAY GRILL<br />
510 S ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-1001 | THEPARKWAYGRILL.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE<br />
111 N. LOS ROBLES AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 486-1111 | ALEXANDERSSTEAKHOUSE.COM<br />
ARROYO CHOP HOUSE<br />
536 S. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-7463 | ARROYOCHOPHOUSE.COM<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
TAM O’SHANTER<br />
2980 LOS FELIZ, LOS ANGELES<br />
(323) 664-0228<br />
TAMOSHANTER.COM<br />
BEST FAMILY RESTAURANT<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
KABUKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT<br />
88 W. COLORADO BLVD. PASADENA<br />
(626) 568-9310 | KABUKIRESTAURANTS.COM<br />
3539 E. FOOTHILL BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 351-8963<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
ISLANDS<br />
PASEO COLORADO<br />
300 E. COLORADO BLVD., NO. 240<br />
(626) 304-9050<br />
ISLANDSRESTAURANTS.COM<br />
3533 E. FOOTHILL BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 351-6543<br />
STONEFIRE GRILL<br />
473 N. ROSEMEAD BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 921-1255 | STONEFIREGRILL.COM<br />
BEST LATE NIGHT SNACK<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
LUCKY BOY<br />
640 S. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-0120 | LUCKYBOYBURGERS.COM<br />
531 E. WALNUT ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-7079<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
DU-PARS RESTAURANT & BAKERY<br />
214 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 405-8820 | OPEN 24 HOURS<br />
KING TACO<br />
45 N. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-0405 | KINGTACO.COM<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
TORTUGAS<br />
35 N. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-9791 | TORTUGASCALIFORNIA.COM<br />
BEST SUNDAY BRUNCH<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
LA GRANDE ORANGE<br />
260 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 356-4444 | LGOSTATIONCAFE.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
LINCOLN CAFÉ & STORE<br />
1992 LINCOLN AVE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 765-6746<br />
LINCOLNPASADENA.COM<br />
MIJARES MEXICAN RESTAURANT<br />
145 PALMETTO DRIVE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-2763 | MIJARESRESTAURANT.COM<br />
1806 E. WASHINGTON BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 794-6674<br />
BEST ARMENIAN FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
ZANKOU CHICKEN<br />
1296 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 405-1502 | ZANKOUCHICKEN.COM<br />
1415 E. COLORADO ST., GLENDALE<br />
(818) 244-2237<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
DELUXE CAFÉ<br />
1717 E. WASHINGTON BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 765-9486 | DELUXEPASADENA.COM<br />
MEDITERRANEAN CAFÉ<br />
273 SHOPPERS LANE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-8844<br />
KOKOSMEDITERRANEANCAFÉ.COM<br />
SAHARA MIDDLE EASTERN<br />
RESTAURANT<br />
2226 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-6900 | SAHARAPASADENA.COM<br />
BEST ASIAN FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
SIERRA FUSION<br />
120 W. SIERRA MADRE BLVD.,<br />
SIERRA MADRE<br />
(626) 355-3030 | SIERRAFUSION.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
ABRICOTT<br />
238 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 796-1613 | ABRICOTT.COM<br />
DAISY MINT<br />
1218 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-2999 | DAISYMINT.COM<br />
ROY’S RESTAURANT<br />
641 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 356-4066 | ROYSRESTAURANT.COM<br />
BEST BAKERY<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
EURO PANE BAKERY<br />
345 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 844-8804<br />
950 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-1828<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
85°C BAKERY CAFE<br />
61 S. FAIR OAKS AVE. #120, PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-8585 | 85CAFE.US<br />
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SEED BAKERY<br />
942 E. WASHINGTON BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 486-2115 | SEEDBAKERYPASADENA.COM<br />
BEST BBQ<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
GUS’S BBQ<br />
808 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., SOUTH PASADENA<br />
(626) 799-3251 | GUSSBBQ.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
BONNIE B’S SMOKIN’ BBQ HEAVEN<br />
1280 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 794-0132 | BONNIEBSSMOKIN.COM<br />
ROBIN’S WOODFIRE BBQ<br />
395 N. ROSEMEAD AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 351-8885 | ROBINSBBQ.COM<br />
BEST BREAKFAST<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
MARSTON’S RESTAURANT<br />
151 E. WALNUT ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 796-2549 | MARSTONRESTAURANT.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
LINCOLN CAFÉ & STORE<br />
1992 LINCOLN AVE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 765-6746 | LINCOLNPASADENA.COM<br />
RUSSELL’S<br />
30 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 578-1404<br />
BEST BUFFET<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
SOUPLANTATION<br />
201 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-4758 | SOUPLANTATION.COM<br />
301 E. HUNTINGTON DRIVE, ARCADIA<br />
(626) 446-4248<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
LEMONADE<br />
146 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 304-7700 | LEMONADE.COM<br />
ZEN BUFFET<br />
945 W. HUNTINGTON DRIVE, MONROVIA<br />
(626) 359-8881<br />
THEZENBUFFET.COM<br />
BEST BURGER<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
DOG HAUS<br />
105 N. HILL AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-4287 | DOGHAUS.COM<br />
93 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA | (626) 693-0808<br />
410 E. MAIN ST., ALHAMBRA | (626) 282-4287<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
IN-N-OUT BURGER<br />
2114 E. FOOTHILL BLVD., PASADENA<br />
1210 N. ATLANTIC BLVD., ALHAMBRA<br />
(800) 786-1000<br />
WWW.IN-N-OUT.COM<br />
PIE N BURGER<br />
913 E. CALIFORNIA BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-1123<br />
PIENBURGER.COM<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
COUNTER BURGER<br />
140 SHOPPERS LANE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 440-1008 | THECOUNTER.COM<br />
DEL FRISCO’S GRILLE<br />
55 S. LAKE AVE. SUITE 150, PASADENA<br />
(626) 765-9913<br />
DELFRISCOSGRILLE.COM<br />
BEST BURRITO<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
BURRITO EXPRESS<br />
1597 E. WASHINGTON BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 798-0844<br />
BURRITOEXPRESSPASADENA.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
LA ESTRELLA<br />
502 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-8559<br />
330 E. ORANGE GROVE BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 304-2752<br />
LUCKY BOY<br />
640 S. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-0120 | LUCKYBOYBURGERS.COM<br />
531 E. WALNUT ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-7079<br />
EAT • DRINK • PLAY PASADENA WEEKLY<br />
BEST CALIFORNIA CUISINE<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
LA GRANDE ORANGE CAFÉ<br />
260 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 356-4444 | LGOSTATIONCAFE.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
GREEN STREET RESTAURANT<br />
146 SHOPPERS LANE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-7170<br />
GREENSTREETRESTAURANT.COM<br />
LEMONADE<br />
146 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 304-7700 | LEMONADE.COM<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
EDWIN MILLS<br />
22 MILLS PLACE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 564-8656 | EDWINMILLS.COM<br />
BEST CENTRAL AMERICAN FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
LA CARAVANA RESTAURANT<br />
1306 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 791-7378<br />
BEST CHINESE FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
PANDA INN<br />
3488 E. FOOTHILL BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-7300<br />
PANDAINN.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
GRANDVIEW PALACE<br />
60 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-2888G | RANDVIEW-PALACE.COM<br />
YANG CHOW<br />
3777 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 432-6868 | YANGCHOW.COM<br />
BEST CUPCAKES<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
DOT’S CUPCAKES<br />
400 S. ARROYO PARKWAY,<br />
PASADENA<br />
(626) 568-36787 | DOTSCUPCAKES.COM<br />
ONE COLORADO, 21 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 744-7719<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
LARK CAKE SHOP<br />
1355 N. HILL AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 798-1031 | LARKCAKESHOP.COM<br />
POLKATOTS CUPCAKES<br />
720 N. LAKE AVE., #3, PASADENA<br />
(626) 798-3932 | POLKATOTSCUPCAKES.COM<br />
BEST DELI/SANDWICHES<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
UNION STREET SANDWICH CO.<br />
109 E. UNION ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 639-3575 | UNIONSANDWICH.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
PASADENA SANDWICH COMPANY<br />
259 SIERRA MADRE VILLA AVE. NO. 102, PASADENA<br />
(626) 578-1616<br />
PASADENASANDWICHCOMPANY.COM<br />
ROMA MARKET<br />
918 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 797-7748 | ROMAMARKETS.COM<br />
BEST DESSERT<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
AMARA CHOCOLATE & COFFEE<br />
55 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 744-1765 | AMARACHOCOLATE.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
DOTS CUPCAKES<br />
400 S. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 568-36787 | DOTSCUPCAKES.COM<br />
21 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 744-7719<br />
THE PIE HOLE<br />
59 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 765-6315 | THEPIEHOLELA.COM<br />
BEST DIM SUM<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
LUNASIA DIM SUM HOUSE<br />
239 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-8822 | LUNASIADIMSUMHOUSE.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
DIN TAI FUNG<br />
THE AMERICANA AT BRAND<br />
177 CARUSO AVE., GLENDALE<br />
(818) 551-5561 | DINTAIFUNGUSA.COM<br />
1108 S. BALDWIN AVE., ARCADIA<br />
(626) 574-7068<br />
400 S. BALDWIN AVE., ARCADIA<br />
(626) 446-8588<br />
KING HUA RESTAURANT<br />
2000 W. MAIN ST., ALHAMBRA<br />
(626) 282-8833 | KINGHUARESTAURANT.COM<br />
BEST DUMPLINGS<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
DIN TAI FUNG<br />
THE AMERICANA AT BRAND<br />
177 CARUSO AVE., GLENDALE<br />
(818) 551-5561 | DINTAIFUNGUSA.COM<br />
1108 S. BALDWIN AVE., ARCADIA<br />
(626) 446-8555<br />
400 S. BALDWIN AVE., ARCADIA<br />
(626) 446-8555<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
LUNASIA DIM SUM HOUSE<br />
239 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-8822 | LUNASIADIMSUMHOUSE.COM<br />
BEST FRENCH FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
CAFÉ BIZOU<br />
91 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-9923 | CAFEBIZOU.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
MAISON AKIRA<br />
713 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 796-9501 | MAISONAKIRA.NET<br />
NICOLE’S GOURMET MARKET & CAFÉ<br />
921 MERIDIAN AVE., UNIT B,<br />
SOUTH PASADENA<br />
(626) 403-5751 | NICOLESGOURMETFOODS.COM<br />
BEST FRIED CHICKEN<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
ROSCOE’S HOUSE OF CHICKEN AND WAFFLES<br />
830 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 791-4890<br />
ROSCOESCHICKENANDWAFFLES.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
HONEYBIRD<br />
714 FOOTHILL BLVD.,<br />
LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE<br />
(818) 415-0489 | HONEYBIRDLA.COM/MENU<br />
POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN<br />
899 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 798-4734<br />
POPEYES.COM<br />
BEST FROZEN YOGURT<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
YOGURTLAND<br />
30 W. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 304-0808 | YOGURT-LAND.COM<br />
415 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA | (626) 356-4868<br />
5045 EAGLE ROCK BLVD., EAGLE ROCK<br />
(323) 550-1490<br />
1 E. VALLEY BLVD., ALHAMBRA<br />
(626) 289-3420<br />
633 W. DUARTE RD., ARCADIA | (626) 821-8723<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
21 CHOICES<br />
85 W. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 304-9521<br />
21CHOICES.COM<br />
CHERRY ON TOP<br />
1299 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 440-1299 | CHERRYONTOP.NET<br />
BEST GELATO<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
BULGARINI GELATO<br />
749 E. ALTADENA DRIVE, ALTADENA<br />
(626) 791-6174 | BULGARINIGELATO.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
GELATO BY STICK STATION<br />
62 W UNION ST., PASADENA | (626) 345-5531<br />
HELLO GELATO<br />
20 E. COLORADO BLVD., STE 101.<br />
PASADENA | (626) 744-1788<br />
BEST GRILLED CHEESE<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
MELT IT!<br />
105 N HILL AVE. SUITE 103, PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-7002 | AGRILLEDCHEESECO.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
MIX N MUNCH<br />
1005 MISSION ST., SOUTH PASADENA<br />
(626) 441-8808 | MIXNMUNCH.COM<br />
THE BEA’S KNEES<br />
120 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-9308<br />
THEBEASKNEESPASADENA.COM<br />
BEST HEALTH/ORGANIC FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
REAL FOOD DAILY<br />
899 E. DEL MAR BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 844-8900 | REALFOOD.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET & KITCHEN<br />
1119 FAIR OAKS AVE., SOUTH PASADENA<br />
(626) 799-0156 | GRASSROOTSNMK.COM<br />
WHOLE FOODS MARKET<br />
465 S. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 204-2266 | WHOLEFOODSMARKET.COM<br />
3751 E. FOOTHILL BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 351-5994<br />
331 N. GLENDALE AVE., GLENDALE<br />
(818) 548-3695<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
TRUE FOOD KITCHEN<br />
168 W. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 639-6818 | TRUEFOODKITCHEN.COM<br />
BEST HOT DOG<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
DOG HAUS<br />
105 N. HILL AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-4287 | DOGHAUS.COM<br />
93 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA (626) 693-0808<br />
410 E. MAIN ST., ALHAMBRA<br />
(626) 282-4287<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
COSTCO<br />
2207 W. COMMONWEALTH AVE., ALHAMBRA<br />
(626) 289-7164 | COSTCO.COM<br />
SLAW DOGS<br />
720 N. LAKE AVE. #8, PASADENA<br />
(626) 808-9777 | THESLAWDOGS.COM<br />
BEST ICE CREAM<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
CARMELA ICE CREAM<br />
2495 E. WASHINGTON BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 797-1405 | CARMELAICECREAM.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
FOSSELMAN’S ICE CREAM CO.<br />
1824 W. MAIN ST., ALHAMBRA<br />
(626) 282-6533 | FOSSELMANS.COM<br />
MOTHER MOO CREAMERY & MARKETPLACE<br />
17 KERSTING COURT, SIERRA MADRE<br />
(626) 355-9650 | MOTHERMOO.COM<br />
1006 MISSION ST., SOUTH PASADENA<br />
(626) 441-0744<br />
BEST INDEPENDENT COFFEE HOUSE<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
AMARA CHOCOLATE & COFFEE<br />
55 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 744-1765 | AMARACHOCOLATE.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
JONES COFFEE ROASTERS JONES COFFEE ROAST-<br />
ERS<br />
693 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 564-9291 | THEBESTCOFFEE.COM<br />
LAVENDER & HONEY ESPRESSO BAR<br />
1383 E. WASHINGTON BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 529-5571<br />
LAVENDERANDHONEYESPRESSO.COM<br />
BEST INDIAN FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
ALL INDIA CAFÉ<br />
39 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 400-0309 | ALLINDIACAFE.COM
• IDEA GUIDE •<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
AKBAR CUISINE OF INDIA<br />
44 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-9916 | AKBARCUISINEOFINDIA.COM<br />
MINT LEAF INDIAN CUISINE<br />
2535 E. WASHINGTON BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 460-8776 | MINTLEAFPASADENA.COM<br />
BEST ITALIAN FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
CELESTINO RISTORANTE & BAR<br />
141 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-4006 | CELESTINOPASADENA.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
GALE’S RESTAURANT<br />
452 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 432-6705 | GALESRESTAURANT.COM<br />
TARANTINO’S PIZZERIA<br />
784 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 796-7836 | TARANTINOSPASADENA.COM<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
AVANTI BRISTRO + BAR<br />
187 N. SIERRA MADRE BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 817-9180 | AVANTIBISTRO.COM<br />
BEST JAPANESE FOOD/SUSHI<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
KABUKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT<br />
88 W. COLORADO BLVD. PASADENA<br />
(626) 568-9310 | KABUKIRESTAURANTS.COM<br />
3539 E. FOOTHILL BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 351-8963<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
OBA SUSHI IZAKAYA<br />
181 E. GLENARM ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 799-8543 | OBASUSHI.COM<br />
SUGARFISH BY SUSHI NOZAWA<br />
146 S. LAKE AVE., NO. 108, PASADENA<br />
(626) 298-8386 | SUGARFISHSUSHI.COM<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
BENIHANA<br />
400 S. BALDWIN AVE., ARCADIA<br />
(626) 340-2276 | BENIHANA.COM<br />
BEST KOREAN FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
CHRIS’ KOREAN BBQ<br />
2063 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 796-9604 | KOREANBBQPASADENA.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
GEN KOREAN BBQ HOUSE<br />
68 W. MAIN ST., ALHAMBRA<br />
(626) 407-2858 | GENKOREANBBQ.COM<br />
SAN RESTAURANT<br />
124 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 584-1120<br />
BEST LOCAL BREWERY<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
CRAFTSMAN BREWING CO.<br />
1260 LINCOLN AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 296-2537 | CRAFTSMANBREWING.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
EAGLE ROCK BREWERY<br />
3056 ROSWELL ST., LOS ANGELES<br />
(323) 257-7866 | EAGLEROCKBREWERY.COM<br />
GOLDEN ROAD BREWING<br />
5410 W. SAN FERNANDO ROAD, LOS ANGELES<br />
(213) 373-4677 | GOLDENROAD.LA<br />
BEST JUICE BAR<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
JUICE LAB 360<br />
277 W. GREEN ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 755-5054 | THEJUICELAB360.COM<br />
BEST LOCAL PIZZA<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
THE LUGGAGE ROOM<br />
260 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 356-4440 | THELUGGAGEROOM.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
BLAZE PIZZA<br />
667 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 440-7358 | BLAZEPIZZA.COM<br />
990 TOWN CENTER DRIVE, LACANADA<br />
FLINTRIDGE | (818) 790-8900<br />
GLENDALE GALLERIA<br />
100 WEST BROADWAY, GLENDALE<br />
(818) 662-8777<br />
PIZZA OF VENICE<br />
2545 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., ALTADENA<br />
(626) 765-9636 | PIZZAOFVENICE.COM<br />
BEST MEDITERRANEAN FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
MEDITERRANEAN CAFÉ<br />
273 SHOPPERS LANE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-8844 | KOKOSMEDITERRANEANCAFE.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
CAFÉ SANTORINI<br />
64 W UNION ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 564-4200 | CAFESANTORINI.COM<br />
ZANKOU CHICKEN<br />
1296 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 405-1502 | ZANKOUCHICKEN.COM<br />
1415 E. COLORADO ST., GLENDALE<br />
(818) 244-2237<br />
BEST MEXICAN FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
EL PORTAL RESTAURANT<br />
695 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-8553 | ELPORTALRESTAURANT.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
EL PATRON<br />
2555 N. LAKE AVE., ALTADENA<br />
(626) 296-2818 ELPATRONONLINE.COM<br />
MIJARES MEXICAN RESTAURANT<br />
145 PALMETTO DRIVE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-2763 MIJARESRESTAURANT.COM<br />
1806 E. WASHINGTON BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 794-6674<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
CABRERAS MEXICAN FOOD<br />
655 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-0230 | CABRERAS.COM<br />
MARGARITAS MEICN RESTAURANT<br />
155 S. ROSEMEAD BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 449-4193<br />
PEPE’S<br />
2272 HONOLULU AVE., MONTROSE<br />
(818) 248-6622<br />
BEST MIDDLE EASTERN FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
SAHARA MIDDLE EASTERN RESTAURANT<br />
1511 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 844-7970 | HEIDARBABA.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
HEIDAR BABA<br />
1511 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 844-7970 | HEIDARBABA.COM<br />
MEDITERRANEAN CAFÉ<br />
273 SHOPPERS LANE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-8844 | KOKOSMEDITERRANEANCAFE.COM<br />
ZANKOU CHICKEN<br />
1296 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 405-1502 | ZANKOUCHICKEN.COM<br />
1415 E. COLORADO ST., GLENDALE<br />
(818) 244-2237<br />
BEST RAMEN<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
MODAN ARTISANAL RAMEN<br />
700 FAIR OAKS AVE., STE G,<br />
SOUTH PASADENA | (626) 799-2878<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
RAMEN TATSUNOYA<br />
16 N FAIR OAKS AVE, PASADENA,<br />
(626) 432-1768 | TATSUNOYAUSA.NET<br />
BEST SALAD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
GREEN STREET RESTAURANT<br />
146 SHOPPERS LANE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-7170 | GREENSTREETRESTAURANT.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
SOUPLANTATION<br />
201 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-4758 | SOUPLANTATION.COM<br />
301 E. HUNTINGTON DRIVE, ARCADIA<br />
(626) 446-4248<br />
STONEFIRE GRILL<br />
473 N. ROSEMEAD BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 921-1255 | STONEFIREGRILL.COM<br />
TENDER GREENS<br />
621 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 405-1511 | TENDERGREENS.COM<br />
145 N. BRAND BLVD., GLENDALE<br />
(818) 459-4850<br />
BEST SEAFOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
CAMERON’S SEAFOOD<br />
1978 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 79303474 | CAMERONS4FISH.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
ROY’S RESTAURANT<br />
641 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 356-4066 | ROYSRESTAURANT.COM<br />
SAN MARINO SEAFOOD<br />
2150 HUNTINGTON DRIVE, SAN MARINO<br />
(626) 943-8862 | SANMARINOSEAFOOD.COM<br />
BEST SOUL FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
BIG MAMA’S RIB SHACK &<br />
SOUTHERN COOKING<br />
1453 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 797-1792 | BIGMAMASPASADENA.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
BONNIE B’S SMOKIN’ BBQ HEAVEN<br />
1280 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 794-0132 | BONNIEBSSMOKIN.COM<br />
ROSCOE’S HOUSE OF CHICKEN AND WAFFLES<br />
830 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 791-4890<br />
ROSCOESCHICKENANDWAFFLES.COM<br />
BEST SOUTH AMERICAN FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
AMARA CHOCOLATE & COFFEE<br />
55 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 744-1765 | AMARACHOCOLATE.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
1810 ARGENTINEAN RESTAURANT<br />
121 W. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-5658 | 1810RESTAURANT.COM<br />
CHOZA MAMA 96<br />
96 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 432-4692 | CHOZA96.COM<br />
MALBEC<br />
1001 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 683-0550 | MALBECCUISINE.COM<br />
BEST SPANISH FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
RACION<br />
119 W. GREEN ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 396-3090 | RACIONRESTAURANT.COM<br />
BEST STEAKHOUSE<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
ARROYO CHOP HOUSE<br />
536 S. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-7463 | ARROYOCHOPHOUSE.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
HOUSTON’S<br />
320 S. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-6001 | HILLSTONE.COM/HOUSTONS<br />
RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE<br />
369 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 583-8122 | RUTHSCHRIS.COM<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE<br />
111 N. LOS ROBLES AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 486-1111 | ALEXANDERSSTEAKHOUSE.COM<br />
BEST TACO<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
KING TACO<br />
640 S. ARROYO PARKWAY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-0405 | KINGTACO.COM<br />
115-117 E. BROADWAY AVE., GLENDALE<br />
(818) 409-0172<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
EL PATRON<br />
2555 N. LAKE AVE., ALTADENA<br />
(626) 296-2818 | ELPATRONONLINE.COM<br />
LA ESTRELLA<br />
502 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-8559<br />
330 E. ORANGE GROVE BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 304-2752<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
FRIDA’S TACO<br />
36 W. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 548-0666 | FRIDASTACOS.COM<br />
BEST TEA ROOM<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
CHADO TEA ROOM<br />
79 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 431-2832 | CHADOTEA.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
BIRD PICK TEA & HERB<br />
10 S. DELACEY AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 773-4372 | BIRDPICK.COM<br />
TEA ROSE GARDEN<br />
70 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 578-1144 | ROSEGARDEN.WORDPRESS.COM<br />
BEST THAI FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
DAISY MINT<br />
899 E. DEL MAR BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 844-8900 | REALFOOD.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
PRESIDENT THAI<br />
498 S. ROSEMEAD BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 578-9814 | PRESIDENT-THAI.COM<br />
SALADANG SONG<br />
363 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-8123<br />
BEST VEGETARIAN FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
REAL FOOD DAILY<br />
200 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 535-9561 | VEGGIEGRILL.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
ALL INDIA CAFÉ<br />
39 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 440-0309 | ALLINDIACAFECA.COM<br />
VEGGIE GRILL<br />
200 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 535-9561<br />
VEGGIEGRILL.COM<br />
BEST VIETNAMESE FOOD<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
SAIGON NOODLE RESTAURANT<br />
28 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 796-9378<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
PASADENA NOODLE & GRILL<br />
2335 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-1893 PASADENANOODLE.COM<br />
BEST WINGS<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
HOT WINGS CAFÉ<br />
89 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 449-9055 | HOTWINGSCAFE.NET<br />
314 N. BRAND BLVD., GLENDALE<br />
(818) 247-4455<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
BUFFALO WILD WINGS<br />
1000 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 993-6400 BUFFALOWILDWINGS.COM<br />
WINGSTOP<br />
1279 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 798-2800 | WINGSTOP.COM<br />
1709 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 578-9464<br />
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DRINK<br />
BEST BAR<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
LUCKY BALDWINS PUB<br />
17 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-0652 LUCKYBALDWINS.COM<br />
LUCKY BALDWINS TRAPPISTE<br />
1770 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 844-0447<br />
LUCKY BALDWINS DELIRIUM CAFÉ<br />
21 KERSTING COURT, SIERRA MADRE<br />
(626) 355-1140<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
1886 BAR AT THE RAYMOND<br />
1250 S FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 441-3136 | THERAYMOND.COM<br />
KINGS ROW GASTROPUB<br />
20 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-3010 | KINGSROWPUB.COM<br />
MAGNOLIA HOUSE<br />
492 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 584-1126 | THEMAGHOUSE.COM<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
VERTICAL WINE BISTRO<br />
70 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-3999 | VERTICALWINEBISTRO.COM<br />
BEST BARTENDER<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
ALBERTO SANDOVAL, NOOR<br />
260 E. COLORADO BLVD. A209, PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-4518 | NOOREVENTS.COM<br />
BEST BEER SELECTION<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
LUCKY BALDWINS PUB<br />
17 S. RAYMOND AVE.<br />
(626) 795-0652 | LUCKYBALDWINS.COM<br />
LUCKY BALDWINS TRAPPISTE<br />
1770 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 844-0447<br />
LUCKY BALDWINS DELIRIUM CAFÉ<br />
21 KERSTING COURT, SIERRA MADRE<br />
(626) 355-1140<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
CONGREGATION ALE HOUSE<br />
300 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 403-2337 | CONGREGATIONALEHOUSE.COM<br />
SLATER’S 50/50<br />
61 N. RAYMOND AVE.<br />
(626) 765-9700 | SLATERS5050.COM<br />
THE YARD HOUSE<br />
330 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-9273 | YARDHOUSE.COM<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
T. BOYLE’S TAVERN<br />
37 N. CATALINA AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 578-0957 | TBOYLESTAVERN.COM<br />
BEST COCKTAILS<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
1886 BAR AT THE RAYMOND<br />
1250 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 441-3136 | THERAYMOND.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
MAGNOLIA HOUSE<br />
492 S. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 584-1126 | THEMAGHOUSE.COM<br />
WHITE HORSE LOUNGE<br />
41 S. DE LACEY AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 583-9013 | WHITEHORSEPASADENA.COM<br />
ALSO RECOM MENDED<br />
VERTICAL WINE BISTRO<br />
70 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-3999 | VERTICALWINEBISTRO.COM<br />
BEST DIVE BAR<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
FREDDIE’S 35ER BAR<br />
12 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 356-9315 | 35ERBAR.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
ALTADENA ALE HOUSE<br />
2329 FAIR OAKS AVE., ALTADENA<br />
(626) 794-4577 | ALTADENAALEHOUSE.COM<br />
OLD TOWNE PUB<br />
22 E. HOLLY ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-6583 | THEOLDTOWNEPUB.COM<br />
THE COLORADO BAR<br />
2640 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 449-3485<br />
ALSO RECOMMENDED<br />
OLD TOWNE PUB<br />
66 N FAIR OAKS AVE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-6583 | OLDTOWNEPUB.COM OLD<br />
1881 CLUB<br />
1881 E. WASHINGTON BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 794-3068<br />
THE WOKCANO BAR<br />
33 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 578-1818 | WOKCANORESTAURANT.COM<br />
(LOCATED IN THE REAR OF WOKCANO RESTAU-<br />
RANT, ON MILLS PLACE)<br />
BEST HAPPY HOUR<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
KABUKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT<br />
88 W. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 568-9310 | KABUKIRESTAURANTS.COM<br />
3539 E. FOOTHILL BLVD., PASADENA (626)<br />
351-8963<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
PAUL MARTIN’S AMERICAN GRILL<br />
455 S. LAKE AVE., STE. 102, PASADENA<br />
(626) 773-7600<br />
PAULMARTINSAMERICANGRILL.COM<br />
PERRY’S BY CLAUD BELTRAN<br />
928 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 898-7900<br />
DUSIT.COM/DUSITD2/PASADENA/DINING<br />
ROY’S RESTAURANT<br />
641 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 356-4066 | ROYSRESTAURANT.COM/<br />
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THE WOKCANO BAR<br />
33 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 578-1818 | WOKCANORESTAURANT.COM<br />
(LOCATED IN THE REAR OF WOKCANO RESTAU-<br />
RANT, ON MILLS PLACE<br />
BEST MARGARITAS<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
MIJARES<br />
145 PALMETTO DRIVE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-2763 | MIJARESRESTAURANT.COM<br />
1806 E. WASHINGTON BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 794-6674<br />
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AMIGO’S<br />
1076 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-1307<br />
EL CHOLO<br />
300 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-5800 | ELCHOLOPASADENA.COM<br />
EL PORTAL<br />
695 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-8553<br />
ELPORTALRESTAURANT.COM<br />
BEST PUB GRUB<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
LUCKY BALDWINS PUB<br />
17 S. RAYMOND AVE.<br />
(626) 795-0652 | LUCKYBALDWINS.COM<br />
LUCKY BALDWINS TRAPPISTE<br />
1770 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 844-0447<br />
LUCKY BALDWINS DELIRIUM CAFÉ<br />
21 KERSTING COURT, SIERRA MADRE<br />
(626) 355-1140<br />
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DER WOLFSKOPF<br />
72 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 219-6054 | DERWOLFSKOPF.COM<br />
KINGS ROW GASTROPUB<br />
20 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-3010 | KINGSROWPUB.COM<br />
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EDWIN MILLS BY EQUATOR<br />
22 MILLS PLACE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 564-8656 | EDWINMILLS.COM<br />
THE WOKCANO BAR<br />
33 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 578-1818 | WOKCANORESTAURANT.COM<br />
(LOCATED IN THE REAR OF WOKCANO RESTAU-<br />
RANT, ON MILLS PLACE)<br />
BEST SPORTS BAR<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
ROCCO’S TAVERN<br />
44 W. GREEN ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 765-6810 | ROCCOSTAVERN.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
BUFFALO WILD WINGS<br />
1000 S. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 993-6400 | BUFFALOWILDWINGS.COM<br />
SLATER’S 50/50<br />
61 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 765-9700<br />
SLATERS5050.COM/LOCATIONS/PASADENA<br />
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FREDDIE’S 35ER<br />
12 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 794-4577 | 35ERBAR.COM<br />
LUCKY BALDWINS PUB<br />
17 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-0652 | LUCKYBALDWINS.COM<br />
T. BOYLE’S TAVERN<br />
37 N. CATALINA AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 578-0957 | TBOYLESTAVERN.COM<br />
BEST WINE SELECTION<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
EVERSON ROYCE<br />
155 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 765-9334<br />
EVERSONROYCE.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
BODEGA WINE BAR<br />
260 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-4300 | BODEGAWINEBAR.COM<br />
VERTICAL WINE BISTRO<br />
70 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-3999<br />
VERTICALWINEBISTRO.COM<br />
WE OLIVE<br />
32 E. CALORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 744-2766 | WEOLIVE.COM/PASADENA<br />
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BEST ART GALLERY<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
HUNTINGTON LIBRARY, ART COLLECTIONS,<br />
AND BOTANICAL GARDENS<br />
1151 OXFORD ROAD, SAN MARINO<br />
(626) 405.2100<br />
HUNTINGTON.ORG<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
ARMORY CENTER FOR THE ARTS<br />
145 N. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 792-5101<br />
ARMORYARTS.ORG<br />
FLOWER PEPPER GALLERY<br />
121 E. UNION ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 795-1895<br />
FLOWER-PEPPER.COM<br />
BILLIARDS/POOL<br />
FREDDIE’S 35ER BAR<br />
12 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 356-9315 | 35ERBAR.COM<br />
THE COLORADO<br />
2640 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 449-3485<br />
BARNEY’S BEANERY<br />
99 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 405-9777<br />
BARNEYSBEANERY.COM/LOCATIONS/PASA-<br />
DENA<br />
BOWLING<br />
ALL STAR LANES<br />
4459 N. EAGLE ROCK BLVD., EAGLE ROCK<br />
(323) 254-2579 | ALLSTARLANESBOWLING.COM<br />
AMF BOWLING SQUARE LANES<br />
1020 BALDWIN AVE.<br />
(626) 445-3160 | AMF.COM/LOCATION/AMF-<br />
BOWLING-SQUARE-LANES<br />
BOWLMOR PASADENA<br />
3545 E FOOTHILL BLVD<br />
(626) 351-8858<br />
HIGHLAND PARK BOWL<br />
5621 N FIGUEROA ST<br />
(323) 257-2695<br />
HIGHLANDPARKBOWL.COM<br />
BEST COMEDY CLUB<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
THE ICE HOUSE COMEDY CLUB<br />
24 N. MENTOR AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-1894<br />
ICEHOUSECOMEDY.COM<br />
DARTS<br />
T. BOYLES TAVERN<br />
37 N. CATALINA AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 578-0957<br />
TBOYLESTAVERN.COM<br />
OLD TOWNE PUB<br />
66 N. FAIR OAKS AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-6583<br />
THEOLDTOWNEPUB.COM<br />
CONGREGATION ALE HOUSE<br />
300 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 403-2337<br />
CONGREGATIONALEHOUSE.COM<br />
ALTADENA ALE AND WINE HOUSE<br />
2329 FAIR OAKS AVE., ALTADENA<br />
(626) 797-9219<br />
ALTADENAALEHOUSE.COM<br />
BEST GENTLEMEN’S CLUB<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
KNOCKOUTS GENTLEMEN’S CLUB<br />
1580 CLARK ST., ARCADIA<br />
(626) 303-3003<br />
KNOCKOUTSLA.COM<br />
BEST KIDS/FAMILY FUN SPOT<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM<br />
480 N. ARROYO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 449-9144 | KIDSPACEMUSEUM.ORG<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
HUNTINGTON LIBRARY, ART COLLECTIONS<br />
AND BOTANICAL GARDENS<br />
1151 OXFORD ROAD, SAN MARINO<br />
(626) 405.2100 | HUNTINGTON.ORG<br />
NEON RETRO ARCADE<br />
28 S. RAYMOND AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 568-2924<br />
NEONRETROARCADE.COM<br />
BEST LIVE MUSIC BAR/CLUB<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
KINGS ROW GASTROPUB<br />
20 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 793-3010 | KINGSROWPUB.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
COFFEE GALLERY BACKSTAGE<br />
2029 N. LAKE AVE., ALTADENA<br />
(626) 798-6236<br />
COFFEEGALLERY.COM<br />
OLD TOWNE PUB<br />
22 E. HOLLY ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-6583<br />
THEOLDTOWNEPUB.COM<br />
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THE ROSE<br />
PASEO COLORADO<br />
300 E. COLORADO BLVD., UNIT 101, PASADENA<br />
(888) 645-5006 | ROSECONCERTS.COM<br />
GRIFFIN OF KINSALE<br />
1007 MISSION ST., SOUTH PASADENA<br />
(626) 799-0926<br />
GRIFFINSOFKINSALE.COM<br />
BIG MAMA’S RIB SHACK<br />
1453 N. LAKE AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 797-1792<br />
BIGMAMASPASADENA.COM<br />
ARCADIA BLUES CLUB<br />
16 E. HUNTINGTON DRIVE, ARCADIA<br />
(626) 447-9349<br />
ARCADIABLUESCLUB.COM<br />
MATT DENNY’S ALE HOUSE<br />
145 E. HUNTINGTON DRIVE, ARCADIA<br />
(626) 462-0250<br />
MATTDENNYS.COM<br />
BEST LIVE MUSIC VENUE<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
LEVITT PAVILION<br />
85 E. HOLLY ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 683-3230 LEVITTPAVILIONPASADENA.ORG<br />
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THE ROSE<br />
245 E. GREEN ST., PASADENA<br />
(888) 645-5006 | ROSECONCERTS.COM<br />
BEST LIVE THEATER VENUE<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
PASADENA PLAYHOUSE<br />
39 S. EL MOLINO AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 356-7529 | PASADENAPLAYHOUSE.ORG<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
A NOISE WITHIN<br />
3352 E. FOOTHILL BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 356-3100 | ANOISEWITHIN.ORG<br />
BOSTON COURT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER<br />
70 N. MENTOR AVE., PASADENA<br />
(626) 683-6883 | BOSTONCOURT.COM<br />
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THE ALEX THEATRE<br />
216 N. BRAND BLVD., GLENDALE<br />
(818) 243-2539 | ALEXTHEATRE.ORG<br />
SIERRA MADRE PLAYHOUSE<br />
87 W. SIERRA MADRE BLVD., SIERRA MADRE<br />
(626) 355-4318<br />
SIERRAMADREPLAYHOUSE.ORG<br />
BEST MOVIE THEATER<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
ARCLIGHT<br />
300 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 568-9651 | ARCLIGHTCINEMAS.COM<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
IPIC<br />
42 MILLER ALLEY, PASADENA<br />
(626) 639-2260 | IPICTHEATERS.COM<br />
LAEMMLE’S PLAYHOUSE 7<br />
673 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(310) 478-3836 | LAEMMLE.COM/THEATERS/6<br />
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THE AMERICANA AT BRAND<br />
322 AMERICANA WAY, GLENDALE<br />
(818) 551-0218 | PACIFICTHEATRES.COM/<br />
GLENDALE<br />
REGENCY ACADEMY CINEMAS 6<br />
1003 E. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 229-9400 | REGENCYMOVIES.COM<br />
BEST MUSEUM<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
NORTON SIMON MUSEUM<br />
411 W. COLORADO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 449-6840 | NORTONSIMON.ORG<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM<br />
480 N. ARROYO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 449-9144 | KIDSPACEMUSEUM.ORG<br />
PASADENA MUSEUM OF CALIFORNIA ART<br />
490 E. UNION ST., PASADENA<br />
(626) 568-3665 | PMCAONLINE.ORG<br />
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USC/PACIFIC ASIA MUSEUM<br />
46 N LOS ROBLES AVE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 449-2742 | PACIFICASIAMUSEUM.ORG<br />
BEST PARK<br />
2016 WINNER<br />
BROOKSIDE PARK<br />
360 N. ARROYO BLVD., PASADENA<br />
(626) 577-3100<br />
CI.PASADENA.CA.US<br />
2016 READER RECOMMENDED<br />
EATON CANYON<br />
ECNCA.ORG<br />
LACY PARK<br />
1485 VIRGINIA ROAD, SAN MARINO<br />
(626) 300-0790<br />
CI.SAN-MARINO.CA.US/637/LACY-PARK<br />
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HAHAMONGNA WATERSHED PARK<br />
4550 OAK GROVE DRIVE, PASADENA<br />
(626) 744-7275 CI.PASADENA.CA.US<br />
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