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    Cabrera's Mexican Cuisine

    4.0 (759 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    California Burrito
    Aiden Q.

    Wonderful spot to enjoy Mexican food it's delicious, they are incredibly creative with their display of alcohol, the servers help often I would recommend 9/10 pricing is great for a family of 4+

    Shrimp cocktail
    Karina C.

    My second visit to Cabrera's Mexican Restaurant and it didn't disappoint! I had the shrimp cocktail it was good. My friend ordered the fajita plate with chicken, steak, and shrimp, served with rice and beans... it looked amazing and she loved it! We also enjoyed nopal, guacamole, and of course chips and salsa. The service was top-notch, the place is spotless, and the decor is beautiful. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to!

    Happy hour Menu
    Jessica B.

    CARLA rules! Stopped in with some friends after doing errands in the area. It was their first time and we all will definitely be back. Carla is amazing, best service ever. The happy hour is INSANE, in a good way. 3-6pm. You would be stupid not to check it out.

    Chimichanga
    Amy K.

    Food. 10/10. Tacos. Chips. Queso. Chimichanga. Solid. Drinks-margarita. Zero alcohol. Pad a lot for coconut flavor. Service. Slow. Asked for each item. No water for almost 20 min. Great music. Bad Bunny!! Little sterile inside but no worries. If based on food alone 5/5. Not too expensive either.

    Pina colada
    Nina N.

    Great googly moogly, what a restaurant. It's definitely a top 10 Mexican spot for me. My best friend and I eat here frequently, and will happily pay to eat their great plates of mole con pollo, enchiladas, and sizzling fajita plates. That is if the little starter salsitas and fresh tortilla chips don't fill you up. Don't skip out on their drink menu too as their blended and classic margaritas and cocktails are clutch as well, and may be deceptively boozier than they taste. End your delicious meal with flan or churros, both of which are also perfectly sweet.

    Carlos V.

    This place is delicious. Our waiter was very upbeat, friendly and on top of our table. Very authentic Mexican vibes inside. The mojara was so good I ate every last bite. I'll definitely be dropping by again.

    Churros
    Jess B.

    Cabrera's Mexican Cuisine has a roomy dining area, which is perfect for families, couples, and groups. Our server was super friendly and welcoming, which we appreciated. That said, the service overall could have been more efficient. Some items were missing from our order, like tortillas for my fajitas and onions and cilantro for my friend's tacos. After our food came out, we weren't really checked in on, even though the restaurant wasn't very busy during lunch. The food itself was just okay. The carne asada taco plate was a bit disappointing. The meat was tough and lacked seasoning. The trio fajitas and burrito were a bit better, but still underwhelming. The proteins in the fajitas didn't have much flavor, even with cheese on top. Given the price point, we expected better. The saving grace was dessert. We ordered churros with ice cream, and they were honestly the highlight of the meal. Crispy, warm, and paired perfectly with the ice cream, they helped pep us up after a so-so lunch.

    Cadillac Margarita
    Adeeva M.

    Dropped in for lunch and was not disappointed. This place has the authentic Mexican food vibe which I loved. The service was great, our waiter was very attentive and patient since we had a relatively large party. I got a Cadillac margarita, it was decent. I ordered a two Chicken taco plate that came with rice and beans and it was solid! We ordered guac for the table which was really good! This place is worth a try!

    Carnitas Plate
    Chris M.

    Not a bad place lots if seating and pretty fast service we order led a few different plates. Carnitas Michocan, Mocajete Norteño, shrimp, Caldo de Res and forbdeinks Michaladas. The Michaladas needed help,the person that made them must have been new at bartending they were super watery. The Mocajete was very good wifey and son loved it!!! The Carnitas Michocan needed something nothing sure maybe it was the beans not your typical homemade with Cotija... They tasted more like from a can... My daughter really enjoyed the Caldo de Res the bowl was huge!!! Mixed feeling but overall not bad for the price, I rated 4 stars but real close to a 3, because of the beans and Michaladas 2 main staples of Mexican culture need to always stand out!!

    Blended Strawberry Margarita
    AnnaMaria E.

    First time here. Food and service was great will come again thank you. Didn't get the breakfast menu until we asked.

    Empty but people waiting
    Gidget L.

    Horrible experience! The busser was the best but everything else was awful. Took 42 minutes to get food. Cold food The two servers were talking the chef was backed up but the place was empty complete opposite from my last experience there 2 years ago. Place has gone down hill. No lock on the men's bathroom door. I asked for extra cheese and my dish came with no cheese. Won't be going back Here are images of people bored waiting because it was such slow and bad service

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    Robin C.

    This is a great place to go and watch the game and enjoy good food! Also they will be bringing back karaoke on Friday nights. All of the staff were very friendly. Krissi, the manager, stopped by all tables and had lively and authentic conversations with patrons. My dad was thrilled with the steak tostada salad. I ordered the carnitas which came with beans and rice. Everything was very tasty. This was my first time back in a long time. I truly felt like family when I left. Highly recommend!

    Tony and Abby.
    Nick M.

    Update: 9/6/25 Fajitas, fajitas and fajitas. Cabrera's has the absolute best fajitas and servers. Look at my photo. Tony and Abby were very helpful. We went in at 7:30 and all the tables were filled. The food is excellent and the employees are curious and friendly. You will love Cabrera's!

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    Great authentic Mexican food, reminds me of mom's cooking vibes, the service was also great I'd recommend stopping by.

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    3 months ago

    The seafood was old, steak super chewy. This was my second time there and what a huge difference from my first experience 2 years ago.

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    We came here to celebrate a birthday and had 27 guests. The staff was very attentive. Food was great and a fun time was had!

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    Food was great, Molcajete was grand and so was my beef fajitas. Service was fabulous.

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    Are you offering brunch, and if so are you now offering bottomless mimosas?

    Hello! We do have brunch options, but not bottomless mimosas. We sell the mimosas individually.

    What time is there live music in the Pasadena location?

    Hi, unfortunately we do not currently have live music at Pasadena

    Do you still have the Sunday Brunch Buffet as of Sept 18, 2024? How much is it now?

    Hello! Unfortunately, we do not currently have the Sunday Brunch Buffet. If we bring it back we will be sure to announce on our socials and Yelp.

    Do you guys offer bottom less mimosas?

    Hello Maria, At this time we do not offer bottomless, but we do have mimosas and a large bar menu… 

    Has the happy hour policy changed recently?

    Hello Nathan! YES! Happy hour is now available daily from 3pm-7pm at our Pasadena location. You can look at the happy hour specials on our website www.cabreras.com/specials. The happy hour specials have changed to only availability at the bar area.… 

    What are the Popular foods?

    Hello! Here is some options for popular foods: 1. For sharing - either of our Parrilladas… 

    Is there a happy hour?

    Yes we currently have it from Mon - Fri 3pm to 7pm

    Do you have dine in?

    Yes they are and the joint is jumping.

    Do you have daily fresh menudo?

    We have fresh menudo on Saturdays and Sundays only.

    How much is the Sunday brunch buffet? And do you have a lunch buffet during the week and what the price for the lunch buffet if you have one please? Thank you?

    Hello! The cost for Sunday Brunch Buffet is $22.99, it comes with the all you can eat buffet and 1 free mimosa for each adult purchase. The buffet includes 10+ entree options, a seafood bar, salad bar, dessert bar, salsa bar, agua frescas, made to… 

    Is there a Weekend buffet?

    We have a Sunday Brunch Buffet from 10am - 3pm and a daily mini happy hour buffet from 3pm - 7pm. Hope to see you there!

    Is there mariachi on sundays for brunch at any of the 3 locations?

    So sorry not sure.You can call try the Duarte,Ca location there might have it.

    How much is for the kids brunch?? Or under a certain age are they free?

    The Sunday brunch is $12.99 for kids and FREE for kids 2 and under. Hope to see you soon!

    How much is the Sunday Brunch?

    22.99 with a Free mimosa

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    Fishwives - Sampler platter - called "the fish"

    Fishwives

    4.3(1.7k reviews)
    1.2 mi•Downtown
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    Came here for dinner with another fish-loving friend, and neither of us had ever been. We had an…read moreexcellent meal here, and I can't wait to go back and try more of the menu... I'd been sleeping on this place! I really liked the open, airy, diner-like atmosphere here, with comfy, clean booths but still a bit of an upscale feel. We started with the House Pickles and some fresh oysters. Our server was great at recommending some oysters in different flavor profiles, since we liked the milkier, less briny-tasting varieties. His recs were spot on too, and I loved that they provided house-prepared mignontette and horseradish. Then, we shared the Maryland blue crab cake (one cake that was big enough for its own meal) and the U10 Diver Scallops that came in a sauce of cream, spinach and bacon, and a side of buttery, soft bread. I make scallops all the time at home and never would have thought of a sauce like this... it was dreamy! We used the bread to just about clean the plate (since it isn't really socially acceptable to lick a plate in a restaurant), and I'm still thinking about the scallops and that sauce today. The crab cake and pickles were excellent too. We paired everything with some crisp New Zealand sauv blanc. I really enjoyed this place and I'd love to go back to try to hand rolls, soups, and everything else!

    Had a nice dinner at this seafood bar named Fishwives in Old Town Pasadena. We made reservations…read moreand came in this place has a very chill vibe. Got seated in the corner for our party of three. The menu is small but the flavor is so good. All of us loved the food and would come back for sure. We got to try a seafood platter, cioppino, and ceviche. All the items were fresh and we loved every dish. So if you want some seafood and are in the area this is a nice spot with a chill vibe.

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    Pez Coastal Kitchen - Pear and vanilla ice cream with hazelnut crunch - yum!

    Pez Coastal Kitchen

    4.5(382 reviews)
    1.2 mi•Downtown
    •$$$

    Went for Dine LA lunch and really enjoyed the experience and getting to try all these dishes…read more Service was very friendly and food came out pretty fast. The restaurant has a nice, natural light filled space, and though it was busy, it wasn't too loud. It worked out well to go with two people so we could try almost all the options... - Scallop aguachile, avocado, salsa macha verde: Came with two shells, each with a little scallop, avocado, zucchini, radish, cilantro. Nice and refreshing to start. - Strawberry and vanilla French toast fingers, pistachio marzipan: A very generous portion of French toast with strawberry jam and pistachio sauce. Nice and crunchy crust. It was an interesting contrast to the aguachile first course! - Crab cake eggs benny: Two poached eggs on crab cakes. This was good, nothing unexpected, though I was getting pretty full at this point. - Summer berries, Scottish shortbread, white chocolate mousseline: This was the only dish we were disappointed by. The shortbread was pretty bland and the texture was lacking crispness. - Profiteroles, vanilla ice cream, strawberry ice cream, hot fudge sauce: Simple dessert but put together well. We both also ordered Purple reign cocktails, which went well with brunch. Overall it ended up being quite a bit of food and a good value for two.

    The decor was nice and the presentation was good as well. The food was good, not great, good…read more Brussels sprouts were super sweet, like would you like a dash of brussels with your caramel sauce. (Perhaps if it has to be that sweet balance it with spice) The mussels were bland, I hope they add salt and pepper next time. The fish was excellent though, perfect, no notes, we all loved that. So good. We asked to start with the oysters and focaccia, then the mussels and for our main course the fish and brussel sprouts. Mind you there are 3 other tables in the entire place at 8:30 on a Saturday.. The first thing to come out of the kitchen was the main course side, the brussel sprouts. We reminded the waiter this was for the main course. He just stood there genz staring. I asked nicely if it would be OK to keep those on the warmer until the main course is served, he silently took them away. Then not 3 minutes later all of the food was delivered except the oysters, our appetizer. It kinda ruined the experience for us forcing us to eat every at once, quickly before it was cold. Killed conversation, Killed the vibe. And if was coursed properly we probably would have ordered another bottle of wine. So it Killed the bill and the tip too. It wasn't busy at all on a Saturday night, so it's not like the kitchen was slammed and accidentally pushed everything quickly. The oysters came out last, and we never got the focaccia, nuff said. We didn't bother complaining. We didn't want to be difficult and we aren't looking for a freebee. But at that price point they should know how to course a meal. Sad, but I don't think this restaurant will be here in 6 months. So go now if you have been wanting to try it.

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    Lobster-Guys

    4.4(250 reviews)
    2.3 mi•East Pasadena
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    I had visited their sister restaurant Lobster and Beer numerous times during my studies at UCLA and…read morewas happy to find out this place opened up. I ordered a Connecticut style crab roll. The food arrived within 10 minutes of ordering. The crab roll was packed full of crab meat inside the toasted bun. I love whatever sauce they put on top + the lemon which made the crab meat ridiculously refreshing. The side of salad helped me feel better about eating healthy too and was a nice textural break from the crab roll. Overall, the crab roll tastes relatively similar to what I had at Lobster and Beer. It was very satisfying and I can't wait to come back for the lobster roll. Until I find out they switched to a poke shop instead. What a loss.

    Another 5-star update to my previous two reviews. Guys, it's my birthday! I'm part of their reward…read moreprogram, and received a $5 off coupon. Perfect timing, as I was craving to come back! I got my usual Cali Truffle Roll (which was delicious, as always) and also got a side of lobster bisque soup. The store associate says that it gets made fresh daily, and that there's chunks of lobster in the bisque, so I had to give it a try. Guys. It's worth making a trip for! This is the BEST lobster bisque I've had (and I used to live in east coast!). You can truly taste the freshness and yes, there were chunks of lobster in it! They also have a clam chowder which I need to try again. Whatever you come here for, get a side of soup to complete your meal :)

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    Crab Grabber - Fish fillets in dry pot

    Crab Grabber

    4.5(208 reviews)
    3.3 mi•Chapman
    •$$

    First time ever trying a seafood boil and Crab Grabber in Pasadena was such a great experience! The…read morestaff was super helpful and attentive, especially since we were new to seafood boils. We ordered two of the Combo A options. One with peeled shrimp and snow crab legs, and another with mussels and sausage. We tried both the mild and medium heat levels, and everything was really well seasoned and flavorful without being overwhelming. They also have a salad bar with appetizer-style dishes and desserts, which was a nice addition to the meal. Overall, we had such a lovely time, the food was delicious, and it was a great first seafood boil experience. Definitely would come back!

    I never thought I'd see a combination of Cajun seafood boil and Sichuan food but here we are. The…read morefusion works surprisingly well! We got Combo A with shrimp and crawfish tossed in their mixed boil sauce, which was incredibly rich and flavorful. It came with corn, potatoes, and a boiled egg that soaked up all that delicious sauce. The crawfish were some of the biggest I've seen, they definitely hook it up with the portions. The Chinese specialties were also good, we ordered the Tea-Smoked Duck which had tender, smoky meat and the Beef Dry Pot. Fair warning on the dry pot: we ordered the medium spice level and it was extremely spicy, so beware if you are sensitive to heat! That numbing Sichuan kick was intense but solid. To top it all off, they have a self-serve bar with unlimited gizzards, which was such an awesome bonus.

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    Star Leaf - Royal Crown Fried Rice

    Star Leaf

    4.4(969 reviews)
    0.8 mi•Downtown
    •$$$

    Atina And Connor best waiters. Super kind and helpful when it came to ordering. Really enjoyed the…read morefood

    Star Leaf, in Pasadena, is a wonderful Thai restaurant that has a unique and attractive menu. The…read morefact that they were participating in Dine LA was a trigger, to make another visit there for lunch. I tried to invoke the dinner menu, but they were not willing. Not a problem, the lunch menu was equally enticing. A 2-course offering for $25. I started with the Thai Prawn Ceviche. This course was wonderfully balanced, not too acidic, also a nice touch of sweetness and plump flavorful prawns. For the main, my selection was the Beef Truffle Wok-Seared Noodles. I was delighted that they were round noodles and they arrived at my table stirred in a dark sauce with sliced beef pieces on top. A small porcelain decanter was also supplied, containing the truffle oil. I poured it over my noodles. The beef was tender, moist and could be cut with the usual provided table knife. The whole dish was a winner, from start to finish. Service here, as expected, was well executed. Need to be aware of the parking though. There is a public garage around the corner that is advertised for this establishment and a few others. Problem is, that Star Leaf validates only for 1-hour, while their neighbors do so, for 2-hours. I addressed this issue with the manager at my last visit and this time too. The answer I got was not convincing to suggest that they care, or will do something about it, anytime soon. Oh well.

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    Boston Lobster - fried noodle with seafood

    Boston Lobster

    4.3(1.9k reviews)
    5.9 mi
    •$$

    This is the place to go if you like eating seafood. They are famous for their lobster and crab…read moreitems. Been here several times with families but never review this place. Restaurant is big with plenty of tables. Great for big group. Great place for celebrating birthdays, etc. But parking could be difficult and frustrating. Other than that, they have great foods. Would definitely come back.

    I've been coming to this establishment since it was still located in that small spot on San Gabriel…read moreand Valley, so it's disappointing to say that the quality of the food seems to have gone downhill over the years. The service is still great, the restaurant itself is decently clean and spacious. Sadly, the food just wasn't up to the standards I remember. Salt & Pepper Shrimp 3/10 - Poorly seasoned and lacking the crispiness I was expecting. The shrimp just didn't have much going for it. Mongolian Beef 4/10 - This was basically steamed beef with green onions. The dish lacked the caramelized, savory flavor I typically associate with Mongolian beef. Clams with Basil 5/10 - The flavor was decent, but the clams did not taste particularly fresh, which really took away from the dish. Pan-Fried Pork 2/10 - Unfortunately, this was my least favorite. The pork didn't taste fresh, and the texture made it feel like it had been fried twice. The normally flavorful sauce it came with was also extremely bland. I'm actually very glad I came during lunch and paid lunch prices for these dishes. If I had paid dinner prices, I would have been extremely disappointed. The food from my previous visits weren't extraordinary, but at least it was "okay". However, after this visit, I have officially taken this restaurant off my rotation. I won't be returning.

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    Newport Seafood Restaurant - Beef Loc Lac

    Newport Seafood Restaurant

    4.1(3.8k reviews)
    4.1 mi
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    I've eaten here countless times with friends and family over the years. I can't believe I haven't…read morereviewed you guys! Always consistent in service and quality. They are known for: Special Lobster (A+) Beef Loc Lac (A) Clams with spicy sauce (A+) Chinese broccoli (B+) - depends on how thick or thin it is Pea shoots with garlic (A) Eggplant (A) Yang Chow fried rice (A) Reservations are highly recommended either by calling or thru Yelp. There are private rooms in the back on request if you have a larger party and seafood is always fresh as they have an aquarium with lobsters, crab, geoduck, and fish. The decor is charming with vintage trinkets along the side of the wall. There is a waiting area by the lobby and restrooms in the back of the restaurant. Since it gets so crowded and busy the restrooms could be tended better. Parking is available on the street otherwise you have to valet on the lot.

    I had lunch at Newport Seafood Restaurant today with a friend I hadn't seen in a very long time…read more She recently reached out to me after being out of touch for quite a while and asked if I wanted to meet up. Today was a day that worked for me, so we decided to have lunch together and then get a massage afterward. Whenever I come to this area for a massage, I usually have lunch at Boston Lobster. I've heard that Boston Lobster was opened by a chef and some of the staff who used to work here at Newport Seafood Restaurant, so I wanted to come back here after a long time and compare the two restaurants for myself. First, parking. Boston Lobster has regular self-parking, while Newport Seafood has valet parking, which was $2. As for the food, I ordered one of my favorite dishes, shrimp with cashews. I've had it at Boston Lobster many times, and I definitely preferred Boston Lobster's version. We also ordered beef with tomato sauce. Honestly, it didn't look particularly appetizing when it first came out, but once I tried it, it was actually pretty good. We also ordered beef chow mein, and this was probably my favorite dish of the meal. It almost had a slightly Thai-food-like flavor, and it was really delicious. As for the service, this is where I noticed the biggest difference between the two restaurants. Every time I go to Boston Lobster, everyone there is always extremely friendly and welcoming. Here, some of the staff were friendly, but some were not friendly at all. The hostess who greeted us when we first arrived was very nice. After we sat down, she brought a small cucumber dish to our table and asked if we wanted it as an appetizer. We politely declined. Then a male server came to take our drink order and asked whether we wanted hot tea or water. I asked if they had any caffeine-free hot tea, but he didn't seem to understand me. My friend repeated the question very slowly, but he still didn't seem to understand. After we explained it one more time, he finally seemed to get what I was asking and asked if I wanted jasmine tea. I said yes, so we had jasmine tea. It was extremely hot at first, so I also asked for some cold water without ice. Later, while we were eating, we needed to serve ourselves some of the chow mein. The spoon that came with the chow mein wasn't really useful for picking up the noodles, so I asked for an extra pair of chopsticks. The server brought the chopsticks over and basically tossed them down on our table. Honestly, I found that pretty unpleasant. My friend and I looked at each other while we were eating and said, "What was that?" My friend even commented, "Chinese restaurant staff can be so unfriendly sometimes." That has never happened to me at Boston Lobster. The staff there have always been very friendly and attentive whenever I've gone. I had actually been to Newport Seafood Restaurant several times before the COVID pandemic, and I even got their lobster for takeout back then. I remember it being so delicious that, during the pandemic, I once saw on Google that the restaurant was open and drove all the way here, only to find that it was actually closed. I remember being pretty disappointed that day. So coming back here again after such a long time brought back some memories. Unfortunately, I was a little disappointed with the service today. On the positive side, I found the restroom here to be cleaner than the one at Boston Lobster. However, the toilet here flushes automatically rather than having a manual flush, and I actually found that a little inconvenient. One nice advantage here is that they have private rooms, which would be great if you come with a larger group and want to sit separately with your own party. They do have lunch specials on weekends, which is nice. But personally, I think I'll probably go back to Boston Lobster next time. Their prices are actually about $1-$2 cheaper, I prefer their food overall, there's no valet parking charge, and most importantly, their service has been consistently much friendlier in my experience. So while I enjoyed coming back to Newport Seafood Restaurant after all these years and I did find some dishes here very good, Boston Lobster is still the place I would personally choose for my next visit to this area.

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