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Alexander's Steakhouse - Pasadena

4.2 (1.7k reviews)
Closed • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Saturday blah blah blah drink.... Refreshing but mid
Sam W.

TDLR; Great food, but a bit overpriced for what it actually is. Service could have been better, but our back waiter made up for it. Overall, a bit disappointed for the price point this restaurant tries to be in. I do rate upper quality restaurants a bit more since I feel like I am paying for an experience for the money a fancy restaurant commands and not just simply for the food they serve. We arrived at 6PM on Friday. Alexander's was not busy at all, although walking in, everyone seemed to be busy with everything except for the customer. Hostess was not in front at the time, waiters in the dining table seemed to be just standing talking to each other. The cooking staff seemed to be talking to each other as well. We received no greeting.. we thought maybe they weren't opened yet? But sure enough they were after looking online. After some time, the hostess came and asked how many people in our party. I mentioned two, and that's when she received a phone call... It was the steakhouse phone, so must've been someone asking questions, but she was literally on the phone for a good two minutes with no sense of urgency to hang up the phone. After the two minutes, someone else came by and seated us. We were told that Frederick would be our server. Not sure if it was actually Frederick that waited on us since we did not get an introduction, but he was a French guy. Not too friendly, to the point, but was attentive when he was around. The back waiter was a lot more friendlier and personable. He was the main reason we had a good experience! As we were waiting for our order Chris comes up and serves us a watermelon hors d'oeuvres or something that came from the chef. We put it on the side since we were waiting for our drinks to come. Old fashioned with bourbon - this drink looked a bit plain, and was a bit too sweet for my liking. Presentation had one color going on. They should have garnished with a cocktail cherry. Geez I sound so bougie. haha - 6/10 Saturday night's ... - A lot of words for a simple drink. My wife said it was definitely refreshing and she would get it again, but nothing stood out about the drink. - 5/10 Watermelon hors d'oeuvres - This was very good! Watermelon was sweet. It had a salty flavor to it with a hint of mint to it. It was definitely refreshing! 9/10 Bread Basket - It was okay. The cinnamon roll looking thing was ooooookay.... the pretzel bites were the best and the long thing was wayy too dry - 4/10 Hamachi Shots - These were good.. not great. No one showed us how to eat this. It was a hamachi fish and other stuff in a shot glass. Can't just pour it out because the fish would get stuck inside the shot glass. If you scoop it with the small spoon they give you, you don't get to enjoy all the ingredients at once in your mouth. Very weird. It was good.. if you shoot the sauce, it becomes very overpowering with ponzu notes, so I assume you just use the spoon to scoop out the hamachi in two spoonfuls - 7/10 Hokkaido Scallops - These were the takeaway for my wife. I thought they were really good as well, once you know what to expect. Scallops usually have a light flavor to these. The Hokkaido scallops served here are garnished with backed fish flakes similar to katsuoboshi, which upped the ocean flavor up by 100. It took a bit to get used to since I was not expecting it to be such a powerful taste. When you expect this, each bite after that is amazing. I recommend eating a small bite first, then finishing it up on your 2nd bite 8/10 Australian Bone-In Ribeye - We had this at medium rare. This was a fatty steak, but was a bit too fatty for medium rare. I should have ordered medium so the fat would render a bit more. The cut we had had lot of fat on one end and perfect marbling on the other. I think I just had a no-so-great cut. What I found odd was that the steak comes pre-cut. Usually high quality steakhouses don't do this to lock in the juices of the steak, and other steakhouses do this more to make a tough steak seem more tender by cutting against the grain for you. I was not a fan that they cut our ribeye for us. 7/10 Yu-Choy - This was AMAZING! Vegetables with an Asian flare. This is a must have! I wish I could write more, but there is a cap on review length - 10/10 Mushroom Medley - This was also amazing!! A mushroom medley covered in butter with a hint of yuzu! This was so good, we almost ordered two! 10/10 Creme Brulee - Good, but not great. Not a fan of the bourbon that they infused in the dessert 5/10 All in all, as with all steakhouses, the steak is what makes you come, but the sides are what makes you come back! The sides were excellent! The steak was meh, and the service primarily came from our back waiter. Not sure if we would come back due to the prices of the steak.. a bit pricey for what it is... compared to other steakhouses in this price point. Our service from Frederick was sub-par, but our back waiter made up for it. We'll come back for the sides!

Kina M.

Went on a slower night than usual so it was pretty quiet, the food was great and service was delightful. Attentive, helpful and seating at the bar was well chosen. Our bartender lady was great with my mocktail! Probably had one of the best caviar I've had in a while around in Pasadena.

Atlantic salmon; pretty good but underseasoned and slightly overcooked
Jennifer H.

I've been wanting to come for a long time and came here to try their DineLA menu. They gave us a cute bread assortment with mini baguette, garlic roll, and sweet dinner roll. It came with 3 different butters; my favorites were the honey butter in the bone and sea salt butter. We were then brought an amuse bouche with crème fraiche, which was tasty. We shared each course because each one had two options. For first course, the Hamachi shot was only ok (a bit too salty), but the crispy shrimp amaebi stole the show. The breading was so light and delicate, and the shrimp was perfectly cooked, crispy, and tender. It paired beautifully with the sauce on the plate. For the second course, I preferred the wedge salad to the beef tataki. Honestly, overall, the second course was just ok, but I found the beef tataki pretty mediocre, small portions, and a bit salty. The wedge salad was tasty although I wish there was a bit more dressing on the side for me to use. Main courses were solid overall. The filet was perfectly cooked to medium rare, and the truffle butter was delicious. I also loved the bordelaise sauce. It was a bit salty though. Surprisingly, the salmon was underseasoned in my opinion and could have used just a bit of salt. Otherwise, it was nicely cooked although a little too done for my liking. I also enjoyed the pistachio zucchini sauce. The carrots on the plate really stole the show; they were so sweet! We ended with mango passion fruit sorbet and flourless chocolate cake. The chocolate cake was probably the biggest miss for me. To be fair, I'm not the biggest fan of chocolate in general. Thank goodness for the vanilla ice cream that came with it. The mango passion fruit sorbet was delicious! I enjoyed that much more though it was a bit sweet for me. Service (particularly our server Nick) was also efficient and friendly. We got a sweet surprise of piña colada and blue raspberry cotton candy. It was delicious! As a bonus, we were seated in a great spot with a view of City Hall outside. I would definitely come here again; I'm already looking forward to coming back to try their Sunday prime rib special.

DineLA 4 course menu
Madonna D.

My husband and I came here for DineLA for my birthday and we were pleasantly surprised and impressed by the food and service. We made dinner reservations same day on a Wednesday and arrived at 6pm. There was live jazz music playing in the bar to the left of the restaurant which set a nice romantic lively mood for the evening. There was a slight wait before the hostess escorted us to our table in a dimly lit room. Vibe was romantic, polished, and relaxed. Since it was my birthday, the hostess gifted me a "Happy Birthday" card with a thoughtful message inside. (Because we were celebrating my birthday, we received a free cheesecake dessert and pina colada cotton candy towards end of our meal -- it was spectacular). Eventually our gracious server Steven, arrived and introduced himself and provided us our dinner and drinks menu. Their drink menu was extensive and had a wide selection of wines and cocktails. One of my favorite parts of experience was the "Omakase" customized drink option (I'd come back just for that experience alone). My husband requested for a smoky, spicy cocktail with Tequila and what the server brought back to us was indescribably delicious. We can tell the mixologist who made our drink was a master at her craft. 10/10 recommend. For the food portion, we both selected the 4 course DineLA customized menu and got one of each item on the menu so we can try everything. We loved the Japanese fusion of flavors. I especially enjoyed the Appetizer Hamachi shots and Crispy Shrimp Amaebi. It had a refreshing balance of flavors that were good teasers for the next dish on menu, which was the Wedge salad (loved) and Beef Tataki (it was okay). Then came the main entree, which we both got the Filet mignon, which was a good standard steak at a fine dining steakhouse. I was slightly surprised the steak did not have any Japanese flavor notes since it's a Japanese fusion steakhouse. Nonetheless, that did not take away from our pleasant experience. Next time, I'd probably opt for a ribeye or tomahawk. Last but not least, the dessert finally came. We felt VERY spoiled because not only did we have the incredible flourless chocolate cake (my favorite) and mango sorbet (refreshing), we also got a cheesecake and cotton candy, which we were able to take home to enjoy later. We were beyond satisfied by end of our meal and would definitely consider coming back again. Thank you Alexander's Steakhouse for a great experience!

Cookie and cream soufflé
Jacqueline T.

We came here for our anniversary and it's our first visit to the restaurant. When we entered the restaurant, I love the warm, luxury and romantic vibe. The greeter and server were very welcoming. I love how cozy the table is set up. I love a very thoughtful gesture when I saw a happy anniversary card waiting at our table. The menu has a variety of choices. We ordered the filet mignon and paired with a glass of Cabernet, the cod chioppino in lobster broth and paired with a glass of Pinot Grigio. For sides, we ordered the mushroom medley and Korean roasted cauliflower. The food is so perfectly prepared. For dessert, we ordered the cookie and cream soufflé, a yummy dessert. They also gave us our anniversary desserts which are the yizu cheesecake and the fun cotton candy. We are very pleased with this wonderful dinner celebration. Thank you Alexander's steakhouse.

Bone marrow
Cindy C.

Came here to celebrate my birthday, and it was such a memorable experience from start to finish! When we were seated, there was already a birthday card waiting for me at the table, which was such a thoughtful surprise. They provided complimentary bread service with their butter trio and it was incredible! Each butter had its own unique flavor, and every type of bread was warm and delicious. We ordered the grilled octopus as our appetizer, and it was perfectly cooked. It was tender with a nice char and beautifully plated with chorizo. We asked for the bone marrow to come out with the bone-in ribeye, and I'm so glad we did. Spreading the rich, buttery bone marrow onto the steak made every bite even better. The bone-in ribeye was cooked perfectly with a beautiful crust while staying juicy and flavorful inside. Our server even suggested saving some of the butter to enjoy with the steak later, which ended up being a great recommendation. We also ordered the Wagyu fried rice, which was tasty with the roe. The broccolini was a great side. Can't go wrong with that. To end the night, they surprised us with sparkling grapefruit/champagne, a birthday dessert and cotton candy. This was an unforgettable dining experience. It's definitely a splurge, but absolutely worth it for a special occasion. We can't wait to come back!

Michael Y.

I recently visited Alexander's Steakhouse for a birthday dinner and overall had a pleasant experience. The portions were decent and the ambiance was great with warm lighting, comfortable seating, and a refined atmosphere that made the evening feel special. We ordered the 18 ounce ribeye, the cod cioppino, and the mushrooms and bread as sides. Everything was generous in portion, but the ribeye was cooked a little too much for my liking and lacked the distinctive char/fragrance that usually accompanies steaks at steakhouses. The manager was nice enough to exchange the ribeye for us with one that was on the rarer side which I appreciated. That said, I really appreciated the thoughtful birthday dessert they surprised me with. It was a nice personal touch that helped round out the night. Overall, a solid steakhouse whose accompaniments outshine the steaks in my opinion.

Bread service
Cassidy C.

The best service ever, amazing food, great ambiance! We came to celebrate a birthday and were pleasantly surprised and IMPRESSED with how well guests are taken care of. We were given complimentary drinks, app, and desserts!

Zachary P.

Parking: Underground parking shared with other businesses. It's pretty big and easy. Don't forget your validation! Shout out to Frederic! This is the third time that my gf and I have celebrated our anniversary here. It has also always been Frederic to wait on us each time. Not much to say but service has always been above and beyond for us and I love eating here. Alexanders is special for us because it's the time we spend the most eating what we like. Usually we order the A5 kagoshima special, but it was a 20oz which was way too big for us. We opted for a cut of the Miyazaki and Sanuki. They were absolutely delicious. When you've had as much A5 wagyu as you wanted, you know that the small cuts have to be insanely delicious to be meaningful. Every bite was extremely juicy and tasty. The salt plate is always one of the highlights of the night and each one makes the flavour of the meat pop out. Side dishes are also always perfect. They have my favourite mash and also some of the best wagyu fried rice I've ever had. Their bread plate is also the best appetizer, the three butters they bring out always taste fantastic. Alexanders is the go-to anniversary restaurant for a reason and it has always been with every dollar. I honestly wish I could eat here more often but it's always good to save it for a special occasion. Bonus points for Frederic remembering us and our usual orders. It's nice to have history with a place and being remembered. See you guys again!

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Kevin T.

My wife and I were looking for a romantic spot to celebrate her birthday and Alexander's Steakhouse was atop of the list. First impressions is that the restaurant is extremely spacious. It's quite the exhibit with the amount of space there is. We were seated immediately as we had a reservation before hand. Another note is that the restaurant is quite clean and atmosphere is very romantic, such a nice start. Parking - Free 90 minute validation for a underground parking lot right by Alexander's Steakhouse. To start, my wife was provided with a birthday card, it was a nice surprise and a very nice gesture. After exploring the menu for a bit, we decided on the Korean Fried Cauliflower, Fried Rice, and the T Bone Steak (22 oz), all to share. Our staff, Jayce, who was absolutely phenomenal, handed us complimentary bread and a watermelon bite (palette cleanser) before our orders arrived, a wonderful gesture as the breads came with various spreads that were super delicious. All bite size and very savory. The fried rice was very delicious, although it was a bit salty, it complimented the Fried Cauliflower dish we got. The sweet bite from the cauliflower mix with the fried rice created a nice sweet and savory taste. Overall, two wonderful dishes that I highly recommend, very delicious. Star of the show of course, is the T bone steak (medium rare, 22 oz) wow this was amazing. You can have the steak come out with the pieces already sliced off the bone, which we decided to. It was just super soft and melts in your mouth instantly. Each bite was so delicious and it was very cooked, would definitely get this again. After the meal, Jayce brought out a complimentary birthday dessert for my lovely wife, it was a absolute surprise and it was such a grand gesture. Very happy with this as we were able to have extra celebrations. Seem like every table gets handed a cotton candy stand after the meal, which was surprising, but it was my first time trying cotton candy and it was pretty tasty, melts instantly. Overall, I was very impressed with the high quality food, each bite of every dish was just astonishing to be honest. I've never had such high quality food before so this was a exceptional experience. On top of this, service was amazing, and a huge props to our server, Jayce, who made my wife's birthday dinner amazing. Will certainly be back to try other menu items and to celebrate special occasions. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would give infinite stars.

Specialty (secret) cocktail menu after the main menu pages!
Steve F.

Ok, ok....... So this experience has now set the new standard for 5 star food experiences for us. Every single dish, cocktail and desert was top shelf. Cocktails: Vodka Daisy, the Omakase and the high castle we highly recommend. The half dozen oysters in yuzu-apple-mignonette was the perfect pairing. No need for horse radish or Tabasco! The popcorn crab was so unexpectedly delicious! We had the F1 Australian filet and bone in rib eye. Best cuts of meats ever, over the top better than anything in Vegas too. The sauces amazing, recommend the Shiso Bearnaise. Top 3 sides for us were the mushrooms, pork belly fried rice and the Kenneth fries, as fry fans, the best fries ever! The complimentary watermelon cotton candy was so good! We tried the Pina Coloda Pavlova deliciously paired pineapple compot, coconut crumble and more. Service is truly 5 star, atmosphere is that of a fine dining steak house and we recommend dressing up to dine, it's that good.

Complimentary cotton candy
James W.

This is a long overdue review of many meals at Alexander's. We try to dine a few times a year and if budget allowed would probably be here monthly. I've never had something that wasn't top tier and always try to experience something new. We always get the hamachi shots and Wagyu rice. I've had multiple different steaks and every cut has been phenomenal. The ambience and service are an elevated high end feel on par with the food quality and pricing. You get your moneys worth all around here.

Gus K.

2025 Alexanders! Heard good things about this pasadena restaurant from friends. They were pretty on point with how it is. It's aite but personally I'm not planning on going back unless its a special event. It's Pasadena so you will have to pay for parking and expect to walk unless you take a ride share. We took a Lyft because we wanted to enjoy a couple of drinks. Make an appointment for dinner ahead and expect them to be late to serve you at your reservation time by twenty minutes or hopefully less. Do not expect the hosts to be too friendly either. Luckily you can wait and have a drink at the bar while you wait for them to have your table set up. If you want better service and dont mind sharing the bar with strangers i would suggest to do that. Service overall was not bad! The food came out within the hour and the workers made their rounds around checking up [or one person splashing water on my clothes.] Most of the food was decent. Dont get the fried rice or the oysters. Inside is nice and appears clean. Found it funny & cool they have cotton candy as dessert. We were too full from the food so didnt get to enjoy it. THANK YOU STEVEN FOR YOUR SERVICE! Thank you Remington for your kindness and good vibes. I really appreciate that. Fabian good man. Lawrence please improve your behavior. I dont think other customers would appreciate water being splashed on them when you are refilling a cup. I hope I'm the only one. Thank you for stopping after i kept smiling and being polite to you.

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Can I order the sticky toffee pudding without having to order it from the chef's tasting menu? Or is it only available through the chef's tasting menu?

you can ask but unless the sticky pudding is on their dessert meal, i don't think you can order it

Does anyone know the name of the complimentary sparkling wine they sometimes serve?

Parking available or valet?

There’s a big underground parking structure attached to the restaurant and Westin Hotel. I don’t know if there is a valet connected to the hotel.

Reservation needed for bar area (solo diner)?

I'm pretty certain they're not required for the bar

Does Alexander's Steakhouse still have outdoor dining available? We are Covid phobics. Thanks.

Yes, they have a beautiful outdoor patio for dining.

Dress Code policy? I was not able to find anything, on the actual website.

I would say it is business casual.

Is the prime rib still being served?

No the new chef took it off the menu

Is the steakhouse still hosting happy hour?

Yes, happy hour is Sunday - Thursday from 5pm-630pm. Menu is on the website. Food and drink specials.

Does this restaurant have valet?

No, they have underground parking.

Are there any plans to open for lunch?

I don't hear from them but double check with their Mgmt

Are they still offering Social Hour right now?

Hi!! Are the Waygu burgers on the dinner menu? We wanted to come in and try one.

Hi Lei! Thanks for reaching out. Sorry to say it, but at the moment our wagyu burger is only available for takeout and delivery. If there's continued demand for it in-house, we'll work to make it happen. Wishing you the best!

Where do we park?

Jimmy, there are three options for parking. Underground is the easiest and is located just West of Los Robles on Union. We DO validate for the first 90 minutes, after that there is a flat rate of $5. Street parking all around is free after 6pm, and… 

Is Alexander's still open for lunch?

Unfortunately we have discontinued lunch and brunch services. The restaurant is open 7 days a week for dinner, with the bar opening at 5pm for social hour.

Which a5 steak is the least fat?

I'm no specialist, but I don't think it's about the fat content, but more about the cattle mix that's used, the types of climates they're exposed to, how long their raised and how they end up. tasting. They're all highly marbled.… 

How is happy hour from 5-6:30 when they show they open @ 5:30?

The bar area is open at 5pm Monday-Friday

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Family-owned & operated

10 1/4 is a hidden cocktail bar located underneath Freddie's 35er, a popular Dodgers bar. To get…read morehere, not only do you have to go to the back of The 35er and go down the stairs, you ignore the tiki bar in front of you and make an immediately right U-turn. You reach a phone booth, pick up the phone, and wait for someone to buzz you in. This bar is different from the other two bars as it's smaller, more intimate, and focused on craft cocktails. On nights and weekends though, it can still get busy. We ordered a variety of drinks and liked the menta milk punch ($18), last word ($18), and queen's park swizzle ($16). This was my first time here and I would be interested in coming back and also check out the tiki bar too. This is a cool place to go as part of your bar hopping in Old Town Pasadena.

A hidden speakeasy bar in Pasadena. Head inside the 35er, walk to the back and take the staircase…read moredown. You'll find a phone both. Walk inside and pick up the phone, and when the person on the other end answers, let them know how many in your party. Then the side wall of the phone both will open and you walk in to the speakeasy. Seating is limited, so get there early on the weekend, or go during the week and it's probably better. Craft cocktails are the name of the game, and it looks like a fully stocked bar, so if the menu doesn't appeal to you, you can order of menu as well. The mixologist were great, good usually and it's a fun environment. If you're in Pasadena, grab a drink and watch a game at the 35er, then head downstairs, through the phone both, and enjoy this ittle gem.

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10 1/4 Pasadena - 10 ¼ Old Fashioned. Drinks 10/8/2025

10 ¼ Old Fashioned. Drinks 10/8/2025

10 1/4 Pasadena
10 1/4 Pasadena

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The Raymond 1886

The Raymond 1886

3.9(2.2k reviews)
1.6 mi
•$$$
Happy hour specials
Romantic vibe

Come hungry, leave happy, and maybe have someone else drive if you're planning to explore their…read morewhiskey selection. The Raymond 1886 is a great spot for dinner and drinks, with a cozy atmosphere and genuinely friendly staff. Food is excellent overall, and if it's your first visit, the pork belly, sea bass, Mediterranean Branzino, Bison Cheeseburger, and Casa Córdoba Albondigas are worth trying. Their Scotch and whiskey selection is impressive, and don't overlook the seasonal cocktails. They're definitely part of the experience. Only advice? Get there early because parking can be a headache. Nothing ruins a nice dinner faster than circling the block like you're looking for a missing person. Great food, solid drinks, and a place I'd happily return to. Just secure that parking spot first!

My husband and I couldn't have been happier with our experience at The Raymond! We hosted our…read morewedding reception here and everything turned out even better than we expected. Kevin, our coordinator, and the entire team were amazing! They were all so nice, friendly, helpful, and genuinely wonderful to work with. Our family and friends couldn't stop raving about the food and cocktails, and the team truly made our event even more special than we imagined. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous and created the romantic vibe we were going for. We are so grateful for how everything turned out and cannot wait to come back for our anniversaries! We recommend The Raymond 200% for any special event!

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The Raymond 1886
The Raymond 1886
The Raymond 1886

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Kings Row Gastropub - Try our award-winning in-house ground burgers.

Kings Row Gastropub

3.9(1.8k reviews)
0.5 mi•Downtown
•$$

This "sniffs in" at up to 3.75 stars…read more.. The indoor space is loud and noisy, but it is NFL Sunday the day after Halloween so that is to be expected. My friend and I got a couple of beers and caught up on the outdoor patio. It was cool and overcast and pleasantly quiet. ORANGE WIT: -- Nice golden color -- pleasing orange citrus sniff is notable -- light clear touch of sweetness -- lighter body gently leaning into medium -- tasty orange in mouth -- $9.00 for 16 ounces draft RATING = A- This area does not have a lot of pubs with lengthy draft beer lists, so we chose here again. Possibly it is too early in the Fall season, but we wished they had some coffee stouts, milk stouts or dark chocolate stouts. Most of what was on their list was not of interest to me.

Kings Row is a cool bar that has an outdoor patio and indoor seating. They've been in Pasadena for…read moreawhile. The servers are all great. Very accommodating. I use a wheelchair and they always make sure theres a space/table available for me. Im always greeted with a smile by everyone that works here. The food is super tasty. Think bar food. I love the fries and wingz So something SUPER AWESOME is they have a slushie machine. Im obsessed with slushies so obviously I had to try them. My favorite part is they constantly rotate the flavors so I always get to try new flavors. The best part there alcoholic. ;D Some people like shots, some people like beer but I truly, genuinely come for the AWESOME slushies. Also if you see the dole whip slushie get it. I day dream about my slushie adventures. Forever slushies!

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Kings Row Gastropub - Inside

Inside

Kings Row Gastropub - Best fish & chips this side of the England.

Best fish & chips this side of the England.

Kings Row Gastropub - Breakfast burritos served all day.

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Breakfast burritos served all day.

Seven Grand - Classic drink choices

Seven Grand

4.0(2.3k reviews)
9.5 mi•Downtown
•$$

Walking into Seven Grand in LA is an experience from the start. You are immediately transported…read moreinto what feels like a classic, hidden refuge away from the busy city streets. The ambiance has a perfect speakeasy vibe with its dim lighting and relaxed atmosphere, making it an ideal spot to just hang out and grab a quality drink. The cocktail program here is absolutely phenomenal. I am pretty picky when it comes to whiskey, and since Manhattans are my absolute favorite, my expectations were high. They mixed an incredible Manhattan that was perfectly balanced with the right sweet vermouth, and their Old Fashioneds are crafted with an attention to detail that really lets the spirits shine through. We also ordered a few Paper Planes, and they were dangerously good, hitting that perfect sweet and sour note that makes you want to immediately order another round. It is not just the incredible drinks that make this place stand out, but the exceptional service from the bartenders. They are super knowledgeable and treat craft cocktail making like a true art form, all while keeping the vibe laid-back and welcoming. If you are looking for an unmatched whiskey selection and a fantastic atmosphere in Los Angeles, this place is an absolute must-visit. Easy 5 stars for sure.

Extremely crowded on Saturday night. Several pool tables. Excellent selection of whiskey. Good live…read moremusic. A very long wait for a drink at the bar. They sell cigars but the patio is packed with cigarette smokers and people vaping. A couple people were smoking pot. Very strange. It's a cliche to roll up a $100 bill to snort coke. One guy was rolling up weed in a dollar bill instead of rolling paper and smoking it. His buddy was snorting coke off the back of his hand.

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Seven Grand - Haven for whiskey, offering a vintage playground that harks back to a bygone era.

Haven for whiskey, offering a vintage playground that harks back to a bygone era.

Seven Grand - Passion drop (Vodka * Passionfruit * Lemon * Sugar)

Passion drop (Vodka * Passionfruit * Lemon * Sugar)

Seven Grand - Old fashioned

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Old fashioned

The State - Cheese burger

The State

4.2(299 reviews)
8.1 mi
•$$

Brian Moody, chef at the Monrovia State, makes the most phenomenal gourmet tacos you'll ever have…read morethe pleasure of tasting. Do not miss Taco Tuesday at the State. PS.If you ask nicely, Savanah (bar tender extraordinaire) might put on some French Café Musique for your dining and listening pleasure.

I've held off on writing a review but tonight was my fifth time back and I feel like I've collected…read morea large enough sample size to officially share that The State is... okay. Clearly I wanted to like it so bad that I came back five times because I had a wishlist of five food items I wanted to try. However, each time unfortunately just got progressively more disappointing. My first time here, I had the shrimp tacos which were good but very small. I also had a Jasmine Refresher, which was delightful! My second time, I had the pesto chicken sandwich which was also pretty good but nothing to crave or write home about. My partner and I also shared some poutine which was soggy, and glued together by a blanket of cheese. Someone might like that but it was ultimately disappointing to me. Additionally, the service was slow but I was forgiving because it was lunchtime. My third time, I came late with my partner and sister. This time, was not overly busy, but the service was even slower. I had the spinach and artichoke grilled cheese that I had super high hopes for. It was really greasy and again, nothing to write home about. It might just not have been what I was expecting. My fourth time, I shared street tacos and a soup & salad with my partner. Again, tacos were tiny and greasy. They were also made with one corn tortilla each? Y'all know if you're using tiny baby corn tortillas, you need two or it's gonna rip. The salad was fine. The soup was like a mystery vegetable situation with cheese. I still don't remember what it was. Tonight, my final time, I finally tried their The State burger. The bottom bun was wet. My friend got their maple glazed chicken with risotto which she said was salty and she opted not to take leftovers home. We both got the Girl Next Door cocktails which were fine. I was feeling gooooood. So, I've finally come to the ultimate conclusion that this place is more about their drinks and the chill, intimate (albeit kinda dark and slow sometimes) ambiance. I don't know how this one compares to other locations but it ultimately feels like someone had the IDEAS of gourmet food, but they just can't execute it. I wouldn't say people should never come here... only that Basin 141 down the street is similar, more casual, and seems to know how to execute so be a regular there instead. Sorryyyyy.

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The State - Patio area bar & lower table

Patio area bar & lower table

The State - Bruschetta $10

Bruschetta $10

The State - Bacon Wrapped Dates $10

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Bacon Wrapped Dates $10

Union - Tochetti

Union

4.1(1.9k reviews)
0.4 mi•Downtown
•$$$

One visit was all it took for Union to become my favorite restaurant in Pasadena! The food was…read moredelicious, but the hospitality made the experience truly special. From the host to the bartender and our wonderful server, everyone made us feel so welcome. The restaurant has such a warm, inviting atmosphere--it almost feels like being welcomed into an Italian family's home. I wish I remembered our server's name because he deserves a special shout-out! He spoke Spanish, which made the experience even more comfortable and enjoyable for me as a Spanish speaker. His kindness and attentiveness were exceptional--some of the best service I've ever received. We tried the local wild mushrooms (my absolute favorite!), roasted market carrots, beets, squid ink lumache pasta, and torchetti. Everything was delicious, and the pacing of the meal was just right. To finish, our server treated us to complimentary guava and mango ice cream with chamoy. Such a thoughtful gesture and a lovely way to end the meal! I've only been once, but I'm already looking forward to going back. Union really made an impression. Highly recommend!

We've been at Union in 6 people party. Host was very supportive, very friendly and very nice…read more We were sitting outside and it was great to enjoy evening Pasadena. All orders were been delivered on time and with high quality. Pork meatballs, torchetti and octopus were our favorites. Definitely a place to visit.

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Union - Inside

Inside

Union - Spaghetti Alla Chitarra

Spaghetti Alla Chitarra

Union - Olive Oil Cake

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Olive Oil Cake

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