Guidebook for Pasadena
Food Scene
The place is not fancy but we usually do take out so it doesn't bother us because we love their chicken kebab plates! The chicken is flavorful and the sides are generous!
121 locals recommend
Zankou Chicken
5065 Sunset BlvdThe place is not fancy but we usually do take out so it doesn't bother us because we love their chicken kebab plates! The chicken is flavorful and the sides are generous!
U Pick Cafe
720 N Lake AveWe also like their chicken kabob plates.
La Caravana Salvadorian Restaurant
1306 N Lake AveWe love their pupusas!
You get to build your own pizza! What else can you ask for. You pick your ingredients and they make the magic happen. If you order a s'more- have them warm it up for you right before you eat it.
84 locals recommend
Blaze Pizza
667 E Colorado BlvdYou get to build your own pizza! What else can you ask for. You pick your ingredients and they make the magic happen. If you order a s'more- have them warm it up for you right before you eat it.
This place is a bit of a drive but if you are a breakfast foodie, this is a must! We've had several of their pancake and french toasts and all have been amazing! They do get packed so prepare to wait.
35 locals recommend
Bea Bea's
353 N Pass AveThis place is a bit of a drive but if you are a breakfast foodie, this is a must! We've had several of their pancake and french toasts and all have been amazing! They do get packed so prepare to wait.
They have a location in Old Town but we prefer the San Marino. Great place when you have several mouths to satisfy as they have an assortment of Asian Fusion dishes.
22 locals recommend
Noodle World
700 Valley BlvdThey have a location in Old Town but we prefer the San Marino. Great place when you have several mouths to satisfy as they have an assortment of Asian Fusion dishes.
Great little neighborhood coffee shop. Way better than your usual commercial coffee places.
24 locals recommend
Jameson Brown Coffee Roasters
260 Allen AveGreat little neighborhood coffee shop. Way better than your usual commercial coffee places.
If you have a sweet tooth like we do, then we recommend it!
17 locals recommend
Amara Cafe & Restaurant
55 S Raymond AveIf you have a sweet tooth like we do, then we recommend it!
Urth Caffé
459 S Hewitt StGreat ambiance, yummy eats, and fun place to hang out.
Malbec Argentinean Cuisine
1001 E Green StDelicious steaks! What more do I have to say?
The Slaw Dogs
720 N Lake AveCraving an extraordinary hotdog? Check out their selection.
Connal's
1505 E Washington BlvdYummy sandwiches, burgers, and more. We always have our food to go.
Yummy pizza- you can have it made just the way you like it with quality ingredients.
800 Degrees Neapolitan Pizzeria
2 E Colorado BlvdYummy pizza- you can have it made just the way you like it with quality ingredients.
Generous number of vendors. Open daily. Lots of history since they have been around since 1934. Take a stroll down 3rd Street.
8 locals recommend
Farmers Market at LAX
1 World WayGenerous number of vendors. Open daily. Lots of history since they have been around since 1934. Take a stroll down 3rd Street.
Salads galore!!!! Whether you want 1 serving to 6, there are so many yummy options! Don't like salads? There are other yummy options & desserts!
516 locals recommend
Lemonade
1661 Abbot Kinney BlvdSalads galore!!!! Whether you want 1 serving to 6, there are so many yummy options! Don't like salads? There are other yummy options & desserts!
A must! Don't be afraid of the lines, they normally go by pretty quickly. Be warned it is addicting.
54 locals recommend
In-N-Out Burger
1210 N Atlantic BlvdA must! Don't be afraid of the lines, they normally go by pretty quickly. Be warned it is addicting.
Drinks & Nightlife
You'll wonder why you ever at Panda Express. Look out of the white chocolate covered cookies they give you. We love their chicken fried rice.
17 locals recommend
Panda Inn
3488 E Foothill BlvdYou'll wonder why you ever at Panda Express. Look out of the white chocolate covered cookies they give you. We love their chicken fried rice.
Green Street Restaurant
146 Shoppers LnWe've loved everything we ordered here.
We love going at night and citing in this semi-outdoor rooftop. Great ambiance, service, and delicious eats.
28 locals recommend
Cafe Santorini
64 W Union StWe love going at night and citing in this semi-outdoor rooftop. Great ambiance, service, and delicious eats.
In the mood for some delicious steak or ribs? Then make your Houston's reservation.
63 locals recommend
Houston's
1550 Rosecrans AveIn the mood for some delicious steak or ribs? Then make your Houston's reservation.
Everything Else
Don't let the line intimidate you- it usually goes by quickly.
Yummy options change daily and if you feel like something specific- well they make the magic happen! You can sample pre-made options.
6 locals recommend
21 Choices
85 W Colorado BlvdDon't let the line intimidate you- it usually goes by quickly.
Yummy options change daily and if you feel like something specific- well they make the magic happen! You can sample pre-made options.
Lots to do. Shop, dine, bars, walk and enjoy! Great place to hit if you are going to Griffith Observatory.
62 locals recommend
Atwater Village
Lots to do. Shop, dine, bars, walk and enjoy! Great place to hit if you are going to Griffith Observatory.
Various events- The Rose Bowl Game, 1st played in 1902, and has been played annually since 1916. concerts, flea markets, special events, or go for a good walk/run!
575 locals recommend
Rose Bowl Stadium
1001 Rose Bowl DrVarious events- The Rose Bowl Game, 1st played in 1902, and has been played annually since 1916. concerts, flea markets, special events, or go for a good walk/run!
Sightseeing
Southern California’s gateway to the cosmos! See the city through telescopes, explore exhibits, see live shows in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium, and enjoy spectacular views LA & Hollywood sign.
4367 locals recommend
Griffith Observatory
2800 E Observatory RdSouthern California’s gateway to the cosmos! See the city through telescopes, explore exhibits, see live shows in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium, and enjoy spectacular views LA & Hollywood sign.
The J. Paul Getty Museum offers a range of exhibitions and programming in the visual arts. Beautiful architecture, gardens and city views!
2309 locals recommend
The Getty
1200 Getty Center DrThe J. Paul Getty Museum offers a range of exhibitions and programming in the visual arts. Beautiful architecture, gardens and city views!
The website said it best: ""Descanso Gardens is a unique Southern California landscape distinguished by its specialized botanic collections, historical significance, and rare natural beauty."
238 locals recommend
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso DrThe website said it best: ""Descanso Gardens is a unique Southern California landscape distinguished by its specialized botanic collections, historical significance, and rare natural beauty."
Library's collection of rare books and manuscripts. Galleries contain comprehensive collections. Covering 120 acres, more than a dozen specialized gardens are arranged within a park-like landscape.
999 locals recommend
Huntington Library Art Collections and Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford RdLibrary's collection of rare books and manuscripts. Galleries contain comprehensive collections. Covering 120 acres, more than a dozen specialized gardens are arranged within a park-like landscape.
Built in 1908 as a American Arts and Crafts style by famed architects Charles and Henry Greene for David and Mary Gamble of Procter and Gamble Company. It is listed as a National Historic Landmark.
157 locals recommend
The Gamble House
4 Westmoreland PlBuilt in 1908 as a American Arts and Crafts style by famed architects Charles and Henry Greene for David and Mary Gamble of Procter and Gamble Company. It is listed as a National Historic Landmark.
Shopping
The Grove
189 The Grove DrShop,
Eat,
Theaters,
Ride the Trolley,
& more!
Check out R.G. Canning Flea Market @ Rose Bowl. It is a southern California legend. Featuring over 2,500 vendors and 20,000 buyers each month. Bring a hat, sunscreen, water, and snacks. Happy Shopping
11 locals recommend
PCC Flea Market
1570 E Colorado BlvdCheck out R.G. Canning Flea Market @ Rose Bowl. It is a southern California legend. Featuring over 2,500 vendors and 20,000 buyers each month. Bring a hat, sunscreen, water, and snacks. Happy Shopping
Arts & Culture
Founded in 1979, MOCA is the only museum in Los Angeles devoted exclusively to contemporary art.
401 locals recommend
The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA
152 N Central AveFounded in 1979, MOCA is the only museum in Los Angeles devoted exclusively to contemporary art.
MOLLA expands knowledge and appreciation of modern and contemporary Latin American art via its Collection, ground-breaking Exhibitions, stimulating ED Programs, and engaging cultural events.
154 locals recommend
Museum of Latin American Art
628 Alamitos AveMOLLA expands knowledge and appreciation of modern and contemporary Latin American art via its Collection, ground-breaking Exhibitions, stimulating ED Programs, and engaging cultural events.
Movie theater for adults- Need I say more?
Includes a restaurant, bar, nice big comfy seats, pillows, blanket to enjoy your movie. You should book in advance to select your seating.
94 locals recommend
IPIC - Pasadena
42 Miller AlleyMovie theater for adults- Need I say more?
Includes a restaurant, bar, nice big comfy seats, pillows, blanket to enjoy your movie. You should book in advance to select your seating.
If you can't make a performance you can always go to appreciate the architectural beauty from the outside!
1063 locals recommend
Walt Disney Concert Hall
111 S Grand AveIf you can't make a performance you can always go to appreciate the architectural beauty from the outside!
The Pasadena Playhouse has a rich and vibrant history dating back to 1917. California legislature voted to dedicate the Playhouse as official State Theatre in 1937.
137 locals recommend
The Pasadena Playhouse
39 S El Molino AveThe Pasadena Playhouse has a rich and vibrant history dating back to 1917. California legislature voted to dedicate the Playhouse as official State Theatre in 1937.
Watch independent films you don't get to see at most commercial theaters.
81 locals recommend
Laemmle's Playhouse 7
673 E Colorado BlvdWatch independent films you don't get to see at most commercial theaters.