Been a couple times and both outings were fantastic! The highlights were the nasi goreng with added beef + the beef ribs. Everything was delicious though so you really can't go wrong. Looking forward to going back when it starts cooling down and trying more of their soups & noodles. read more

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4-1/2 stars. Made a reservation at 12PM and was promptly seated indoors. Staff were very-friendly and came to check up on us frequently. Ordered an assortment of dishes to share, including bone marrow butter, ube pandan waffles, noodle broth with oxtail, and loco moco. Portions were fairly generous to be split among us, and we were very full in the end. The verdict: Bone marrow butter (4.5/5): a tad on the salty side, but rich and decadent; it especially paired well with the toasted bread. Ube pandan waffles (4/5): I enjoyed the earthy-sweet taste on the ube side, but I didn't taste much, if anything, from the pandan side. Nice, crispy waffles, though, with plenty of ube cream and fruit to go along with it. Noodle broth with oxtail (5/5): the star of the show! The broth (cooked 36 hours) was light, yet complex in flavor-- also comforting like a warm hug. Noodles were wonderfully al-dente, and the oxtail was fall-off-the-bone tender. I'd happily get this again. Loco Moco (3.5/5): the weakest of the group, as I found the massive beef patty a bit too tough and thick, but the garlic rice and sunny side up egg were decent. Overall, a unique and delicious brunch spot serving up Filipino-Hawaiian dishes. It is expensive, though, which deters me from returning soon...but for nice outings with friends and/or special occasions, Bone Kettle is solid! read more

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Best service! Best quality! Best flavors in all dishes! I can't get enough of this spot. The ambience is low light with some natural stone and natural tones. It's lovely for an intimate dinner. I'm sharing the latest meal I've tried. Usually I'd go for the traditional ramen with sirloin and a soft boiled egg. This time I tried their lechon. This is definitely shareable. It's packed with flavor and the skin is beautifully crisp. read more

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Such a nice fusion place in the area. This place has been here for a while but not sure why I've never tried it! The papaya salad was super nice and had a good kick to it. Big fan of the fact that you can make a reservation a table ahead of time. The patio is dog friendly and has a nice vibe. Can't wait to come here again! read more

Bone Kettle - Papaya Salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

I've been to bone kettle a couple times and every time I'm wowed by the unique and flavorful dishes! bone kettle does south asian fusion dishes extremely well and on top of their dishes looking amazing, they taste amazing as well! we tried the ube gnocchi, chicken satay, nasi goreng, and rendang carbonara and there were no misses! all dishes were cooked perfectly and had so much flavor. my favorite definitely would have been the nasi goreng though as it was especially flavorful with the sauce on the side. the staff were extremely kind and helpful with explaining the menu to us and recommending items and I'm excited to come back next time and try more dishes! read more

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We came during brunch on a Sunday and they were quite busy. Although we had no reservation, our wait wasn't very long, maybe less than 30 minutes. From the beginning we noticed how friendly the service was. I had the loco moco, and it was great. The portion was not too small. My friend had ordered the tocilog and that was also very delicious. We all shared the waffle stack at the end, and that was so good. They have so many menu items that I wish I was able to try. Will have to visit again next time! read more

Bone Kettle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

The restaurant was beautiful with lovely lightening. I loved the art murals. The waitresses were all very kind and friendly. I saw the owner walking around and checking on tables, which I thought was great. The dishes I ordered were, to my great dismay, where my dislikes arose from. I ordered the oxtail dumplings and cauliflower coconut side dish. The oxtail dumplings were on the precipice of being too salty. The broth on its own was nice, and the dumplings were fine on their own but together, it was just too salty. The flavors are definitely pronounced and robust. Flavor is not lacking. However, because of the salt it caused the other seasonings to feel way too concentrated and my palate was overwhelmed to the point where I simply could not enjoy the dish. I really gave it multiple chances but I ended up leaving a dumpling behind bc I gave up. As a note, that says a lot because I tend to like saltier foods. The coconut milk cauliflower was also nearly too salty. I ordered it because the waitress described it as being very light with a coconut, fresh and bright lime dressing. I thought, perfect! Something light. Well, it was not. I couldn't tell the dressing was coconut milk; I really wondered if it was mayonnaise. The lime went unnoticed. The cauliflower was perfectly cooked with great texture but over all the sauce was heavy, oily and rich. The pork floss was an interesting touch but made some bites too salty. I very much wanted to loved this restaurant and I was looking forward to visiting but after my experience I left in lackluster. read more

Bone Kettle - Fried Cauliflower (heavy and salty) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

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With every visit to Bone Kettle comes the expectation that it will be delightful and we will go home with leftovers. Both were true this time as well. I loved having Theia wait on us - she was attentive without hovering and she didn't seem defensive when we mentioned that the clams and donuts, although tasty, was just a bit too salty. She offered to have the kitchen fix it but I just asked for a container to go so that I could do something with it when we got home. Guess what - I just added a little water and a few herbs and it was still so good. The lechon is perfect. So crispy and light! It was so fun chewing slowly and hearing it crunch in my mouth. Lots of value for money here because they give you a big portion. The star of the meal was the rendang carbonara. I was shocked that it didn't feel heavy or cloying. I could clearly taste the rendang despite it being fused into the carbonara. This is my favorite dish for the month, maybe even the year! I'm going to spend a lot of my free time figuring out how to replicate this in my kitchen. My husband and I are figuring out when our next date night will be so we can come back to Bone Kettle. We always have a great time there and it's such a treat to experience food the way they make it. Pasadena is so lucky to have this restaurant in its vicinity because it's a real gem. read more

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Soo goodd Came here with my friends on a Saturday evening and we were all satisfied by the quality of the food, service, and ambiance of the restraunt. We ordered the oxtail dumplings, bone marrow, Nasi goreng with chicken, and carbonara udon. I ABSOLUTELY LOVEDD the oxtail dumplings. The oxtail was so tender and juicy, the meat quite literally melted in my mouth. The vinegary soy sauce sauce also complimented the dumpling well. I also loved the texture of the dumpling skin. The skin was the perfect amount of thickness. The bone marrow was also so so goood. It was seasoned so well and the bread that came with it was nice and toasty. The portions are definitely big enough to share. My friends and I ordered 4 dishes and we were all very stuffed. Will definitely be coming back here again! The staff were all so nice too and kept coming around asking us if we needed anything or wanted more water. read more

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Ordered garlic prawns, Thai steak salad, bone marrow with fried rice and brisket broth. All of the food are very yummy. The broth is the best cure for hangovers or sickness. The service is good and note the tip is already included in the bill. Super cute place would visit again read more

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My girlfriend and I came to Bone Kettle for our anniversary, and the entire experience was incredible from start to finish. The service was warm, welcoming, and attentive--our server made us feel truly valued and taken care of throughout the night. We ordered the Nasi Goreng with Wagyu steak and the Carbonara pasta, finishing with the Matcha Tiramisu for dessert, and every single dish blew us away. The Nasi Goreng was absolutely phenomenal. The Indonesian-style fried rice was beautifully crispy, layered with flavor, and paired perfectly with the Wagyu steak, which was cooked to a flawless medium rare. The meat was tender, juicy, and rich--everything you could want from high-quality Wagyu. The Carbonara pasta was another standout. The sauce was rich and creamy but had a light, airy finish that made it feel indulgent without being heavy. Each bite was packed with generous bits of bacon that added the perfect savory punch. Comfort food taken to a gourmet level. Then came the Matcha Tiramisu--wow. This dessert was the perfect ending to our meal. Creamy, flavorful, and soft in texture, it quite literally melted in the mouth. The matcha added an earthy, authentic depth that balanced the sweetness beautifully. It was refreshing yet decadent, and we're still dreaming about it days later. The atmosphere is cozy yet upscale--ideal for special occasions. This place nails both flavor and presentation, and it's clear the kitchen puts thought and heart into every dish. We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit. If you're looking for a unique, flavorful, and memorable dining experience (especially for a romantic night out), Bone Kettle is an absolute must. Highly recommend! Note: They have no tip rule, but 20% service charge will be automatically applied to your meal! They accept Apple Pay and Discover Cards ! read more

Bone Kettle - Matcha Tiramisu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Came back to Bone Kettle for brunch last month for HITC. We made reservations so we were quickly seated. This time we all got the Top Sirloin Bone Broth & this is the star!! It rejuvenated me & brought me back to life. It really hits the spot. Bone Kettle is a must when visiting Pasadena! read more

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A long overdue review! I've been coming to Bone Kettle for years, and it's my one of my favorite restaurants! Some of my go-to dishes are the bone broth, garlic prawns, crab toast (haven't seen it on the menu in a while, but hope it comes back), nasi goreng (if you can splurge the ribeye cap is worth it) and their desserts and cocktails are great too! The decor is lovely, and service is good. A nice place to dine anytime! read more

I went here on July 18, 2024. I got the crispy tempeh bone broth. It was so good, the veggies were crunchy and the vegan broth was superb. I loved the baby corn and carrots. It didn't taste different from the beef broth when I compared another family member's broth to mine. The broth was at the perfect temperature. The waitress was great, she attended to our needs. When we had questions, she answered them. Ambiance was nice, it was well-lit. Pretty clean and I love the aesthetic. read more

Bone Kettle - Crispy Tempeh - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

great ambiance, perfect for a date night or special occasion. can be a little dim but they have small lights at the table. service is top notch here, everyone is welcoming and very nice and helpful. we got quite a few dishes but the ones that stood out to me was the chicken skewers and lechon. the lechon was so so crispy and crunchy. the meat was still juicy! the beef rib bone was tender but was missing a little bit of flavor. green beans were delish and the brussel sprouts were a little too deconstructed for my liking, but flavor was there!! i didn't enjoy the gule curry but that was a personal take. portions are a little smaller and you have to order a lot for a large party read more

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The parking is a little bit tricky on the street so I would recommend parking in a garage and walking over. We had a reservation and it was easy to get in and get seated. I went during the weekend and I didn't realize it would be for a brunch menu and was kind of sad because I was looking forward to some dinner menu items that I wasn't able to try. We got the bone broth with flank steak and with oxtail and brisket so three in total. Out of all three I would say that the best was oxtail hands-down not only was oxtail super larger in portion, but it was super tender and tasty. The brisket was described on the menu as "fatty", but it was a little bit more on the leaner side, still tender, but lean. The broth was really good flavor and you can definitely tell that it was made with love and care. Overall 4/5! I got the steak and eggs and was nervous that they didn't take the a temperature for the steak because I was worried that it was gonna be too tough, however, the steak was cooked well and was tender throughout. It was paired well with peppers and onions and a generous portion of three eggs on top, but what was really special was the bread that they gave with the bone marrow butter that was super salty, but had so much umami in flavor! 4/5 We also got the fried shrimp appetizer, which had a little tiny kick to it, but was crunchy and flavorful. It was strange that there was just pieces of what seemed like just empty batter in there as well along with the shrimp which was kind of strange but not too bad. 3.5/5 Overall, good spot and wanted to try more!! read more

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The food here is good you'll probably want to be back for round 2. My family went out here for Father's Day and we were pleasantly surprised by how good the food is. Hamachi Crudo 8/10 A refreshing yellowtail dish with yuzu and lime juice dressing and cilantro and jalapeno. It also has a nice kick as well. Oxtail Dumplings 10/10 Has a nice burst of flavor that is tangy, savory with a slightly sweet taste. Tender shredded oxtail stuffed dumpling skin laid on top of vinegar sauce and sesame oil and dressed with mushrooms. Chicken Satay 7/10 Too smoky for the chicken and it is a bit tough to eat but delightful marinate with the peanut sauce. Ube Gnocchi 6/10 Pork belly included is a nice touch but since it is mixed in with the coconut lime sauce the pork skin is very chewy and hard to eat. Gnocchi is starchy and does have a nice aftertaste of ube. Lechon 10/10 Although there are some parts that are a bit tough to eat, the pork skin makes up for it. This has the best crispy crunchy texture and flavor that won't stick to your teeth. The meat is tender and flavorful with a slight smokiness fragrance. The atchara or pickled shredded papaya is a good addition adding in a tangy and sweet profile. The toyomansi sauce brought a salty and a little sour flavor. Lychee Martini 8/10 It has a nice lychee flavor that isn't too sweet nor too strong. Refreshing with lemon notes and the sake infused. The staff were attentive to clearing up our finished dishes and told my dad a happy Father's Day which is nice. The interior is Japandi inspired and clean with dimly lit ambiance which gave off an intimate feel. Will come back for the brunch menu and to try the other dishes! read more

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Everything was soo good. Definitely worth trying. So flavorful. Great vibes and service. read more

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If you don't want to pay 20% for bad service...don't go here. This restaurant automatically adds 20% to your bill. We arrived at 1:15 p.m., almost an hour and half before the kitchen closes. We waited for 10 minutes for service. Once we ordered, we were told by the waiter that the kitchen closes at 2:30. I thought it an unusual statement since we were ordering well before the kitchen closing. The food was good. The service was most rude and intrusive. We couldn't have a leisurely lunch, since the waiter kept telling us the kitchen was closing at 2:30. He hovered over us. I was trying to sip my glass of wine. I didn't finish it, since the server was so intent on getting us out exactly at 2:30. I would never had paid the service 20% for this service. And though the food is good, I won't be back until the restaurant changes this 20% service charge. read more

I had an exquisite experience here at Bone Kettle because the food was packed with rich flavors. It was also a delight because I was here celebrating my belated birthday along with my February birthday buddies. I also loved that it felt like a reunion with my UCLA girlfriends. My favorites was hands down the lamb shanks and the curry our table ordered. But there were so many more delicious eats that was currated throughout the night. I enjoyed their Char Siu Beets and bread appetizer with the eggplant smear. Nasi Goreng was delectable because it was the perfect staple we needed at the table to share that feels like a meal home away from home. I was delighted to find it was an Indonesian fried rice dish with the perfect medley of eggs, green onions, and pork chicharrón crumbs. I loved the dim atmosphere and the friendly and attentive service we had in our special nook for our party in the back. This place is a great place to get a flavorful and authentic Southeast Asian flare when you fancy authentic food. read more

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Restaurant had a nice interior, especially the back that has a nice open ceiling area all painted white. Nice vibe. Came for brunch to celebrate Mother's Day. Started with an Ube Waffle - had good flavor and texture but came out cold. I got the steak n eggs. Nice presentation on a hot skillet, tender flavorful steak. My daughter got the Tocilog pork dish. She enjoyed it, I thought the pork was dry. My wife ordered the portobello Benedict which didn't come out till after my daughter and I already finished our meals. The Benedict was just ok, it was too much onion and the chimichurri sauce didn't really pare well. The hash browns were tasty. The bill came. I asked our server to please take the Benedict off our bill since my wife had to wait so long for her Mother's Day meal. He took off the 20% service charge, so that was nice. After the bill adjustment, the server was a little less friendly. Overall a little disappointing experience for brunch. But we do want to come back for the dinner which we heard was really good. read more

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This place is amazing!! Everything we ordered was so delicious!! The staff and service were so friendly and went above and beyond!! We will definitely be back!! read more

I can't believe my first time coming here was this year. I wanted to try everything on the menu, it all sounds amazing. I went to a conference nearby at the Pasadena convention center and my friend and I came here for dinner on a Saturday night. We made a reservation for 6:15, but it wasn't needed at this time. My friend was saying they are a popular brunch spot but I think they should be a popular dinner spot as well. We were seated inside near the bar and could instantly smell the devious aromas once walking in. I've been taking a break from drinking so I loved that there were nonalcoholic drinks available, but their cocktail menu was also fun. My friend ordered a margarita made with calamansi and myself an athletic brewing IPA (N.A.). We ended up trying their oxtail dumplings, pork belly sisig, papaya salad, and bone both ramen with brisket. I loved everything! I wish the papaya salad was spicy, but it was refreshing since the other dishes were heavier. The sisig came sizzling and the pork belly was crispy. The oxtail dumplings had such a bold tasty flavor and the bone broth was perfection. The soup was my favorite out all of them. It was a cold night and had such a rich flavor, I wanted more but we were so full that we didn't even finish the bowl. We left satisfied and I can't wait to come back to try more dishes!! read more

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We came here on Friday evening to have an early dinner. The restaurant wasn't too busy, so we got seated right away. We ordered nasi goreng with chicken, sisig with white rice, and rendang carbonara with bone marrow. The food was delicious and not overly salty or burned. Everything was tailored to our appetite. The rendang carbonara wasn't spicy at all, and the bone marrow was juicy. The sisig came with an egg and easily melted inside the mouth. The nasi goreng was not overly oily and flavorful. The provide kid utensils, and my toddler enjoyed his nasi goreng and sisig. Kid friendly restaurant. The staffs were great. We had dessert with Pandan buko batik cake. This is an awesome cake we had, not sweet at all. read more

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Came with a girlfriend before seeing My Favorite Murder and 100% hands down will eat here again. We ordered a few things to share because it all looked so good. We got the steak salad, bone marrow butter with sourdough and drunken noodle with beef. The dressing on the steak salad paired perfectly with the arugula and the beef tartar was so tender. The drunken noodles were flavorful with the perfect amount of kick. The beef wasn't chewy or stringy at all. My favorite was the bone marrow butter. It was garlicky, salty, rich and creamy. We ended with an affogato and pistachio matcha for a kick of caffeine before the show and they were so delicious! read more

Service and ambience are fabulous. The food is a wonderful, an eclectic tour of Southeast Asia.

I love this place. It's one of the restaurants I always think about when I'm in Pasadena. The ambiance is casual but classy, they have outdoor seating, and the service is always friendly. It can get busy especially in the evening so I would recommend a reservation. They have a lunch/dinner menu and a very unique brunch menu that has fusion dishes such as ube french toast, pandan and duck waffles, and loco moco. I really like their shrimp toast in particular, the curry sauce they serve it with really elevates it. However, I really do prefer their dinner which includes their bone marrow, bone kettle noodles and broth (your choice of meat but oxtail is the favorite), nasi goreng, oxtail dumplings, and garlic prawns. Love the oxtail dumplings, garlic prong, and bone marrow in particular. Parking can be challenging; street parking or one of the lots around the area. But it's worth it! read more

We are back!!!! We had good food our server very nice and polite . He recommended steam fish because they just got fresh fish . Soto betawi and thai salad always the best read more

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After diligently scrolling through countless options for Valentine's Day, choosing Bone Kettle was the WRONG MOVE. We were completely deceived by the thousands of positive reviews and mouth-watering photos--because that's all this place offered. One star for presentation/aesthetic is all it earns. To start, their dishes were not clean! I received a dirty cup, and when I asked for a new one, I was given yet another dirty cup! As for the food, the first dish we ordered was the Oxtail Dumplings, the most reviewed dish on Yelp. This appetizer was not appetizing. The skin was hard and dry, as if it had been plated and left sitting out. The filling was an absolute flop as well. The texture was just mush, as if they had simply blended the oxtail. To top it off, the dumplings bathed in a thick sauce that was extremely salty with a foreign tang that I did not enjoy. The next dish we ordered was the Carbonara Rendang, as it best encapsulated Filipino fusion. The flavor was not bad, but it completely missed the mark on texture. You would think the bacon would help, but it was not crispy at all and just tasted like mush. It got worse as the dish sat and cooled to room temperature. Overall, it tasted very average, with no sense of elevated fusion flavors to be detected anywhere. Lastly, the Bone Broth Ramen. This item took up a quarter of the menu and was placed right at the top, so we assumed it had to be a signature dish. We were heavily disappointed by how mediocre it was. The soup tasted like canned broth, and the ramen noodles--which are supposedly artisan handcrafted--looked and tasted like they came straight out of a Maruchan package. The brisket protein we chose was weirdly grainy and dry. If there is one thing I will credit this restaurant for, it is for providing us a good laugh at how astonishingly bad the food was. Do not come here, I repeat, DO NOT COME HERE! read more

On a chilly day, it's hard to beat a meal at Bone Kettle (great for delivery as well). The 36 hour bone broth is exceptionally good, with such depth of flavor. I always get extra broth to enjoy for a few days! I've tried other things from the menu, which were so-so and not worth the price. But sticking with the bone broth and chicken or sirloin always hits just right, and keeps us coming back for more! Such a treat. read more

This cute spot in Pasadena definitely does not disappoint for brunch. The staff is friendly and patient. The bone broth with chicken is arguably the best broth I've ever had. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the noodles kept an amazing chew. Also got the twice fried fries which were awesome. Don't sleep on the ube French toast. I can't wait to go back. read more

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Came here for dinner Friday night and I was not disappointed!! Its right next to Bodegon 69 (see prior reviews). The inside is very nice. Its small but intimate. Very dark except for the small lamps on the tables. It was borderline difficult to see the menu actually... The booth seating was very comfortable. They have more staff here then patrons it seemed like. Sunny (or Sonny) was very helpful. Gave menu suggestions, and was just super friendly. Really enjoyed conversating with him. We were sitting right in front of the kitchen doors. So everything you saw the doors open you get a strong whiff of what they were making. Which really heightened the anticipation I was already feeling. They also had dine LA this week, but we went with their regular menu. The food comes out quickly here! We ordered the following. The apps were by far the best things (next to the drinks that we ordered). For apps: 1. Garlic prawns- huge prawns that are deep fried. Very well seasoned. Cooked in such a way you can eat the entire thing without peeling, even the tail. Very crunchy in a satisfying way. Inside was cooked well. I loved the spices they used in this dish. 2. Fried calamari- it was cooked using fish sauce and calamansi. So it didnt require any kind of dipping sauce. The calamari was sweet and salty and full of umami. It was amazing!! Never had it this way. But it was perfection. 3. Poke with taro chips- thin crispy chips served as a great vehicle for the poke. Generous portions for an appetizer. Everything here is family style, including the entrees, which we ordered their: 1. Fried striped bass- this was an entire bass deep fried. It was kept intact. Presentation was stunning. Crispy skin. Flaky soft white meat inside. With the sauce they had on the side, it was really good. 2. Singaporean lobster- not a whole lobster (and the price reflected that) in udon noodles. Slightly spicy sauce, but not too spicy. Udon was slightly aldente which gave it a nice bite. Lobster meat was already removed from the shell so easy to eat. 3. Lechon- the crispiness of the skin was next level. The knife bounced right off! Great flavors. It was so soft and just oozing in juices. It was really good. 4. Broth with ox tail- their broth was really good. Deep flavors. It really broke down the fattiness of the dinner we were having. Really cleansed the palate. The drinks were very beautiful and stunning visually. Each drink was unique and the colors were just so amazing. Great flavors too!! 1. One night in manila- this was like a halo halo dessert with alcohol!! They had the jellies in there and the ube. It was so pretty!! And good!! It was in a slushy type form. 2. Passion fruit mojito- light, refreshing. Definitely taste the passion fruit. 3. Kuya Gimlet- this was also very good. 4. Potion number 8- beautifully crafted cocktail. Tasted amazing. We had a great time here. The food was amazing. Drinks were phenomenal. Vibes were cozy and upscale. Service was quick and friendly. The bill does add up though!! And for 4 people they automatically add a 20% service charge which I dont like at all. You should at least let the customers know beforehand. Not needing to sign the receipt which is weird. But with how the whole experience went it was worth it! read more

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Great food, cozy vibe, friendly staff, excellent service. I will be back again soon!! read more

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Their weekday lunch menu and normal dinner menu are stellar, but I'm sad to say their weekend brunch menu disappointed us. Do not get the soft shell crab with squid ink waffles if you are not used to squid ink. Soft shell crabs were cooked well and very meaty. But the waffle was a bit too fishy for my taste and did not balance well with the crab. The black pepper steak was more like strips of beef rather than a steak. Overpowering and oily sauce. The loco moco was okay but nothing to write home about. The savory redeeming factors of this meal were the salted egg prawns and the sourdough with bone marrow butter that came with the steak. Desserts were awesome though. The ube Basque cheesecake was soooo good, a must order! We recieved a complimentary pandan creme brulee as we were celebrating a birthday and though very green in appearance it was delightful. read more

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Overall conclusion: I would come again for a date night or special occasion with a small party 2-4 max. We ordered 4 items between us two and left really full, total bill was $98. Quite a splurge for us, but it was a nice dinner that we don't do often. Esp with restaurant prices these days, it wasn't that bad given the quality of the food. Cauliflower pork floss: 7.4 this was good, very 단백한 flavor, but too oily. Could've used some kind of citrus to cut through. Oxtail Dumpling: 8.0 really flavorful and in a strong sauce that packed a lot of punch. I think it was a tad too vinegary and only 5 dumplings for $21 might be too steep lol. Would not get again but did not regret it. Jidori Chicken Satay: 9.2 this was one of the best chicken satay I ever had. This was also fairly generous as they gave 5 skewers (so like 20 pieces of chicken total) and was cheaper than the dumplings. Grilles flavors on point. Sauce tasted kind of molassesy. Peanut sauce was really peanut buttery so that was nice. I wish I had some chili fish sauce to go with it, might very been a 9.4. And a little extra char would've been 9.5. The chicken was extremely tender though and would definitely recommend and get again. Bone broth noodle soup with top sirloin: 8.5 deep broth flavor and very tender beef. I might get again. It tasted like a very rich pho with saimin noodles and elevated meat. I think it's their signature dish (?) but I think the broth may have been a little confusing. The aroma was like pho but the flavors felt a little thrown off - I theorize too much carrot. There were a surprising number of carrots in our soup and I think it made it akin to a beef stew, which I think clashed with the pho-like essence. I would not have added carrots in the broth. Overall, we really enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance. Would come again on a right occasion. (OH and they say "tipless establishment but it's more accurately forced, standardized tip of 20%. Take that how you will lol) read more

Bone Kettle - Beef bone broth with sirloin - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Wifey and I came back for our 2nd time to Bone Kettle and this time to try their brunch menu! We made reservations for 11:45am and were seated right away upon arrival. For their brunch menu, they have a really unique selection of different Southeast Asian inspired flavors. This time, we got to sit inside and we enjoyed the spacious setup and beautiful decorum. We opted to try the Hong Kong Milk Tea Toast, the Rendang Omelette with Garlic Rice, the Duck & Pandan Waffles, and the Matcha Pistachio Latte and the Lychee Lemonade for our drinks. Everything that we had was delicious with elevated and comforting flavors! Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience again this time and I would highly recommend checking out their brunch menu items. All of the staff here are still very friendly, welcoming, and attentive as usual. Bone Kettle is definitely a one of a kind restaraunt and a love letter to the Southeast Asian diaspora. There is a reason why this spot has over 2,000+ positive reviews! read more

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Although I am a person with Chinese heritage, Bone Kettle is no doubt the best Asian restaurant in Pasadena for me! Strongly recommend to anyone who loves SE Asian food or spices and rich-flavour cuisine! Convenient location, proactive and high standard service are pluses. The best part is definitely the food! Bone Kettle provides various options of appetizers and entrees. We had the oxtail dumplings, garlic prawns, nasi goreng, and the redang carbonara. Everything came well prepared and excellently seasoned. The portion, too. Unlike some fusion restaurant these days, Bone Kettle's dishes come in really good portion. I weigh over 200 lbs and workout often, and I barely finished the entree. Overall, great for anyone who likes exotic dinning experience! read more

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I have been coming to Bone Kettle over the years and it's always a hit! Whether it's brunch or dinner, their food is delicious. The staff are alway super helpful and attentive. There is also lots of seating inside and outside. Make sure you make a reservation beforehand if you're coming on a weekend. My only con was the bathroom because you have to go down a lot of stairs in order to reach it; it might be tough for older patrons. This review is for brunch: Loco Moco 5/5: DELICIOUS! So savory and tastes so good. Ube and Pandan Waffles 3/5: waffles were dry unfortunately and tasted faintly of ube or pandan. The ube ice cream was a nice touch though and the fruits were good. Lychee lemonade 5/5: looks pretty before mixing and tasted good! Tasted like those lychee jelly candies I also had a chance to taste the artisan French toast (I believe it was the calamansi and blueberry) and that was much tastier and more moist than the waffles! read more

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Today was likely the last time I will ever patronize Bone and Kettle. I have been coming here since they opened--inviting friends, going on dates, celebrating birthdays (as recently as this past May), and enjoying family brunches with my children. We are never loud, boisterous, or demanding. We come to relax, take things as they come, and genuinely enjoy our time. Unfortunately, our last three visits have involved troubling interactions with the staff. During brunch, we were constantly watched and stared at--by multiple staff members, including the manager. It was uncomfortable and unnecessary. The same two servers attempted to clear our plates repeatedly; I counted ten times in just seven minutes. We couldn't settle in or feel at ease. Eventually, I asked my husband to get the check and pay as quickly as possible so we could leave. This treatment was shocking. We have never experienced anything like this anywhere else, but it has now happened here multiple times. While the food is good, the service we received--particularly as the only Black patrons in the restaurant at the time--was unacceptable. There was no clear reason for the constant monitoring or rush, and I did not observe other guests being treated the way we were. I have given Bone and Kettle the benefit of the doubt on several occasions, but not anymore. It is clear that something about our presence was unwelcome. I also do not recommend bringing children--the kids' bowls and cups were dirty, and the way we were rushed out as paying customers was alarming. Never again. read more

We checked out this place for brunch on a Saturday. We thought the food was ok. Some better than others. We got their shrimp toast & bok choy to start. Both were just ok. The filling in the shrimp toast was a little lacking... the bread overpowered the dish. I thought the bok choy was quite bland. I ordered their Island Rice Plate. It was a good rice breakfast dish. But nothing in the dish really stood out to me. Probably wont order it again. My friend ordered their Chilaquiles - she thought it was too salty, wouldn't order again. My other friend ordered their Steak and Eggs... the dish was pretty good but it was kinda saucy/sweet. It would have been perfect with rice but they gave out bread and butter? My friend ended up having half my rice... so it worked out? Overall food was just ok. some dishes bland and others salty. I also ordered one of the cocktails and it was good... probably the best thing that day... haha Service was good. No complaints there. But they automatically added 18% or 20% tip when we only had 3 people in our party. I thought that was kinda weird but didn't mind since I tip like 20% anyways if the service is adequate. We don't see ourselves coming back to Bone Kettle anytime soon. read more