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25 Essential South Pasadena Institutions

From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of South Pasadena.

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#4
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Hi-Life Burgers

South Pasadena, California

Fast food restaurant

Longstanding mom-&-pop burger shack offering old-fashioned favorites plus some Mexican dishes.

82.4
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#5
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Tokoro

South Pasadena, California

Japanese restaurant

Quaint eatery featuring Japanese grilled fare, sake & a sushi bar with a variety of rolls.

81.0
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#6
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Cos & Pi

South Pasadena, California

Brunch restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee.

80.7
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#7
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Blaze Pizza

South Pasadena, California

Pizza restaurant

Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.

80.5
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#8
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Poke Salad Bar

South Pasadena, California

Hawaiian restaurant

Quaint counter-serve featuring build-your-own poke bowls & burritos with organic fish & toppings.

79.7
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#9
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Oak Tree Inn

South Pasadena, California

Chinese restaurant

Casual restaurant offering a menu of traditional Chinese fare, including seafood specialties.

78.5
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#10
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Mike & Anne's

South Pasadena, California

Restaurant

Bustling local standby wins fans with modern vibe, expansive outdoor patio & New American classics.

78.3
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#11
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Kontentsu South Pasadena

South Pasadena, California

Japanese restaurant

Laid-back ramen specialist offers a basic menu in a minimalist setting with polished-wood tables.

78.1
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#12
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Canoe House

South Pasadena, California

Hawaiian restaurant

Tropical-inspired restaurant offering casual Hawaiian eats, plus a tiki bar with island drinks.

77.7
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#13
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Radhika Modern Indian

South Pasadena, California

Indian restaurant

Inventive Indian dishes served in a dining room decorated with calm colors & plush seating.

77.7
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#14
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Aro Latin

South Pasadena, California

Latin American restaurant

Contemporary restaurant doling out Pan-Latin fare, drinks & more in rustic, woody surroundings.

77.5
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#15
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Ai Japanese Restaurant

South Pasadena, California

Japanese restaurant

Regulars sit at the sushi bar for raw fish & cooked specialties, plus lunch deals & long happy hour.

77.1
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#16
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Rice & Nori

South Pasadena, California

Sushi takeaway

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

73.9
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#17
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Bluefin Sushi and Roll

South Pasadena, California

Sushi restaurant

Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

73.7
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#18
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Tomato Pie Pizza Joint (South Pasadena)

South Pasadena, California

Pizza restaurant

Cooks put on a dough-tossing show at this simple counter serve offering pizza, pasta, subs & salads.

73.7
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#19
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Jersey Mike's Subs

South Pasadena, California

Sandwich shop

New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

72.6
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#20
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McDonald's

South Pasadena, California

Fast food restaurant

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

72.5
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#21
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Panda Express

South Pasadena, California

Chinese restaurant

Fast-food chain for Chinese standards, including some health-conscious options.

71.5
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#22
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Hawaiian BBQ

South Pasadena, California

Hawaiian restaurant

Laid-back, counter-serve Hawaiian eatery serving traditional dishes from plate lunches to musubi.

70.4
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#23
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The Barkley Restaurant & Bar

South Pasadena, California

Bar & grill

Vintage neighborhood bar/eatery with dark decor & an American menu, plus live jazz & swing bands.

69.6
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#24
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La Mein Natural Noodles

South Pasadena, California

Chinese restaurant

Compact counter-serve option for straightforward Chinese fare like chow fun & Kung Pao beef.

69.4
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#25
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Shiro

South Pasadena, California

French restaurant

Creative French-Japanese fare, especially sizzling catfish, draws locals to this simple stalwart.

68.1
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