Service Area • Pasadena Bars & Restaurants

Pasadena is such an eclectic mixture of some amazing attractions and serious institutions. It has been dubbed my many as the primary cultural center in the area. Already famous for hosting the annual Rose Bowl football game and the Tournament of Roses parade, many scientific and cultural institutions call it home including the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena City College, Fuller Theological Seminary, Art Center College of Design, the Pasadena Playhouse, the Norton Simon Museum of Art and the Pacific Asia Museum. So, between the amazing weather and all of the phenomenal sttractions that reside in the city, you will not lack for something to do. Pasadena also has some out of this world restaurants and bars that will keep your motor fueled for touring around town. Below are just a few of the exceptional ones we thought you might like to try.

Gale's Italian Restaurant and Bar

How about some fine dining and some fun. Does that sound like a good combination? Well, Gale's is certainly a place that you need to experience because that combination is alive and well. The menu is full of Northern Italian Cuisine and the preparation and presentation is taken very seriously. Believe us when we say that this establishment has the best bartenders around. The traditional Italian entrees are authentic and simply incredible. All of those people that are consistently streaming in can't be wrong. And one visit here will have you adding this special place to your go to list.

Gale's Italian Restaurant and Bar
Location:
     452 S Fair Oaks Avenue
     Pasadena, CA 91105-2634
Phone:
     (626) 432-6705

Slater's 50/50

This is simply going to be the best burger you will ever experience. Talk about fresh in every way. No matter what you ask them to place on your burger, you are going to be blown away by the freshness of items like their lettuce, their amazing bacon and cheese that is oozing everywhere. Add to this amazing burger a very large selection of tap beers and you are going to be in heaven. The environment is best described as a casual sports bar where everyone is super friendly and you will leave with a smile on your face that we are most assured of.

Slater's 50/50
Location:
     61 North Raymond Avenue
     Pasadena, CA 91103
Phone:
     (626) 765-9700

Yard House

You are not going to believe what is on tap for you when you walk through the doors of the Yard House. This establishment offers something called a chalkboard series which is a rotating selection of draft beers selected monthly. You are going to find some of the most unique and complex beers here from local, domestic and imported brewers. But lest you think that this venue is only about beers, think again, they have a kitchen that prepares over 100 items made from scratch daily. ALl of this yummy goodness is served up in a very welcoming space that has a very energetic vibe. Check it out soon, you are going to love every minute you spend here.

Yard House
Location:
     330 East Colorado Boulevard, Suite 220
     Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone:
     (626) 577-9273

King's Row Gastropub

Located in an historic structure that was built in the early 20th century, you are going to enjoy the quaint and casual nature of this very pleasant restaurant. There is something about the vibe here that you will have a hard time describing but which you will very much appreciate. The array of delectable dishes available to you on their menu is astounding. The full bar is something that you do not want to miss as they offer more than 60 beers and they specialize in small-craft and local breweries and Belgian ales. If you can, check them out on the weekends to add some live music to your visit.

King's Row Gastropub
Location:
     20 E. Colorado Blvd, Suite 102
     Pasadena, CA 91105
Phone:
     (626) 793-3010

Green Street Tavern

There is nothing like elegance in the heart of good old Pasadena. If you are in need of some amazing comfort food, you can find it here. The European influence can be seen and experienced and the staff and owners do a nice job using locally farm grown beef, seafood and chicken combined with organic vegetables. Their wine and beer list is well crafted and gives you just the right choices that perfectly compliment anything on the menu. The staff is absolutely superb and they will make sure you are well taken care of and leave completely satisfied.

Green Street Tavern
Location:
     69 West Green Street
     Pasadena, CA 91105
Phone:
     (626) 229-9961

Houston's

This place has a really amazing feel to it. A visit to Houston's is just the thing for someone who needs some down time and relaxation. To dub this establishment a fantastic steakhouse would not be going far enough. This venue is honestly over the top in terms of its food, drinks, service and atmosphere. You need to know that it is so popular that you will have a bit of a wait so if that bothers you, you will want to make a reservation. There is really no bad choices you can make after looking at the menu, everything is cooked to perfection. And talk about flexible, no matter what your ocassion, they can accommodate your needs.

Houston's
Location:
     320 S. Arroyo Pkwy
     Pasadena, CA 91105
Phone:
     (626) 577-6001

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