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    Cafe Santorini

    4.0 (3.5k reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    CAFE SANTORINI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Romantic
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    SALMON
    Sabrina A.

    This was such a cute spot with second floor seating. The food was absolutely delicious I recommend the Branzino or salmon for a little more flavor. They had a variety of wine options as well. Service was friendly but there was a long wait for food and to be checked in on- it was a very busy Saturday night nonetheless. Overall a great spot but I wouldn't come here if you're in a rush- its an experience that will take you a bit over an hour!

    Outdoors
    Nicole D.

    This place is hands down the best! Everything on the menu is phenomenal. My family has been dining here for years. Alex and Elson are the best servers and work so seamlessly as a team. The restaurant is gorgeous and has a beautiful covered patio. They also have a bar area that has full service. We will eat here time and time again.

    RED CURRY SEAFOOD RISOTTO
    Ria P.

    I've been so excited to go here for so long, but it's definitely a little overhyped. The spanakopita were way too cheesy, but they were perfectly done other than the excess of cheese. The hummus was divine. The pesto pasta was fine. The seafood risotto was fine. My issue was that none of these were like oh my gosh best thing ever or something I'd want to spend money on going out to eat again. The ashta cake was the best thing I had by far and the most unique!

    Raymond B.

    We went today for our friends celebration and our server went above and beyond! He helped us take photos, cut our cake, constantly checking our table if we need anything! I personally ordered the chicken kabobs & a few at our table ordered the beef version and meats were all cooked perfectly and food was all delicious! The vibe outside was very nice with all of the lights - wish I had more photos of it!

    Beef Brochette & Linguini Gamberi
    Benjamin S.

    First time here, it was date night with my wife. Street parking was free and easy for Sunday night around 7pm. A bit of cardio going upstairs, but we were quickly greeted by the bartender. There was no wait, kinda had a "hole in the wall" vibes. Staff were very friendly. We sat outside, there were heaters and 2 birthday celebrations going on. We started with some cocktails, then ordered the Linguini Gamberi and Beef Brochette with free, fresh pita bread and hummus. It was so tasty and surprisingly filling at a reasonable price.

    RED CURRY SEAFOOD RISOTTO
    Maria R.

    Stopped by here for a quick dinner bite. Man this was delicious. Parking is across the street from the restaurant. It's an upstairs restaurant with outdoor indoor but i love the outdoor vibe better than the i door specially with spring time. I had the fish it was delicious fresh classic branzino perfectly seasoned with a slice of lemon to squirt over the fish. i do however wish they should have had more of a different side than potatoes although the potato were good so i ordered a side of hummus to go with the fish . Service is nice i do feel like the tables are in close proximity and that is not so great because i can totally ease drop on the next table. I wouldn't say it's intimate but they made the most of the outdoor space. I also had the spritz and totally delicious.

    Orrechiette
    Sam C.

    This is a very nice little place in Old Town. The front is a little hard to find as it's in a little alley and the restaurant is upstairs. The group I was with ordered a good variety of the menu and everything was very good I had the branzino. It's was cooked very well -- the skin was nice and crisp and the meat was flavorful and juicy. I think it could have used a little something more ... Maybe a little more seasoning or maybe a little sauce on the side. The potatoes were also cooked well. I think I would have liked a little something else ... Maybe spinach or something with a touch of acid. The lamb shank looked great and my colleague said it was very good. Service was good.

    Flourless chocolate cake
    Flor M.

    Came here to celebrate Aquarius birthdays, Galentine's day, love, and friendship. Cafe Santorini accommodated our large party and were absolutely great hosts. The ambiance is warm and friendly. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. Highly recommend the chicken kebab entree as the chicken is perfection and it comes with delicious hummus and pita bread. Whether you are out on a date or celebrating with friends this place is the perfect place. Thank you again for your wonderful hospitality! Definitely will be back!

    All smiles! :-)))))))
    Shushanik P.

    I have been invited to this restaurant years ago on a date and somehow it never happened until two days ago which happened to be my 27th birthday!:-) ha ha. My son made reservations online for 7pm the evening of the 10th of January and we finally made that trip to Cafe Santorini. I have been both; to the actual island in Greece... back in mid 90's and now the one here in the heart of Pasadena which I love a lot! Walked in and the host by the name of Talia who had a pretty smile and a very upbeat, good energy walked us to our table that was already set. She was quick and prompt. Comes our server Irbin L with somewhat good demeanor and a bit confused about their own cocktails and the water situation. At first he said they are going to charge for water, I told him then I will just have regular water. He brought us our waters and then he wanted to know if we wanted something to drink. My son stayed with his water and I opted for an Apple Martini, he told me that they didn't have any, but can make me one that tasted like Apple Martini, then he suggested on a Peach Martini, so I got that thinking that I was actually having a Peach Martini that didn't taste anything like peach. It was so sour, more like a lemon drop or something else. It was too watery, and didn't give that kick. We ordered Pear & Walnut Salad to share,$18.00, my son ordered their Faroe Island Salmon on top of some lentils, $36.00 and I got Beef Brochette which came with Basmati Rice, 2 small grilled tomatoes, two small, long grilled shishito peppers, hummus and pita bread. Bread was not that fresh or hot, son liked his Salmon saying that it was made to perfection and I also liked my food. Food took like 45 minutes to come out. I understand the restaurant was super packed & busy since it was Saturday night. We didn't order any dessert thinking that few of their servers would bring out a small cake/ice cream/dessert type of something to blow my candle. He brought out this tiny flourless chocolate cake type of dessert which was literally 2 bites and put a single candle on it and wished me a Happy Birthday. Total came out to $145.10 including tax, tip and a kitchen wage surcharge(2.00%). I don't know what that was all about and noticed it once we got home. Anyway, for the amount of the food and portions that we got, it didn't make or break the bank. Restaurant had its own charm with bright lights, beautiful decor, plants, and other eclectic designs all around. No parking. Only street & metered parking in the front or anywhere else that you could find. Restaurant was SPOTLESS CLEAN, including all the bathrooms. They have stairs that takes you to their elegant, decadent, elaborate, classy looking restaurant but also have an elevator which we noticed later, on our way out. You have to go thru an alley to get to the restaurant. That's all I can say for now. Will I return back? Maybe, maybe not. It was a good 1st time experience.

    Burrata with pistachios and persimmons
    Jenny R.

    Me and my friends had a girls night out with my god kids to test out of the 6 and 4 year old was ready to dine out for dinner. We decided to order a few plates and share them family style. The food was quite yummy enough for the little picky eater that she actually tried everything and quite enjoyed the mussels and the octopus! So bravo for making food delicious enough for the kiddo to open up their sophisticated palate! Everything was very tasty to the adults as well. A for experience.

    Barb B.

    The location was small and tucked away right behind busy Colorado blvd in downtown. Service is excellent and the wait staff are always available to refill waters and drinks. Large party or 14, sat us in the patio. It was uber hot but once the sun was down, it was pleasant to be outside. Ordered everything shown here. I probably would pass on the meze sampling plate. I didn't think it was as great for the price. Everything else was pretty good. I forgot my photo of the cioppino. But nonetheless, it was good.

    calamari salad
    Truman W.

    First visit after Covid. Chicken kabob still a perfect 10, grilled to perfection. However the $18 calamari salad is disappointingly low in the calamari to greens ratio (see before & after photo), worst of all they've replaced whole plump baby calamari with tiny rubbery rings, no bueno. Good service as before.

    Menu
    Gabriel R.

    Cafe Santorini is quaint. Fits in perfectly in Pasadena and you have to love it's location Old town Pasadena near the alley I like being seated outside where you get a good view of the courtyard Food is always good and be certain to ask for the specials. It's proximity to the IPIC theatre makes for a good date night

    Food was delicious.... low key I wanted to lick the plate. Lol ;-)

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    Is the restaurant toddler friendly , do they have high chair or booster seat available?

    Sorry, I do not know. I do not recall seeing any high chairs.

    Did the restaurant change management or chef? Food tastes different from what I remember from a few years ago.

    Hello, can I take a reservation for Father's Day?

    I believe they can, we made our reservation through Open Table.

    Are you going through a renovation? If so, is this impacting the ambiance?

    Hello Christine, we're going through a renovation which is in a new section of our Restaurant. The main dining area with the patio, which has been in business for the last 30 years, has not been affected at all and the ambiance is the same. Thank… Read more

    Can I bring outside drink into the restaurant?

    No. My wife had a Starbucks blended drink and they took it from us as it was "Not allowed" Dont know about corkage fees.

    Does this restaurant do vaccination verification for dine in?

    Not that I know of. I just walked in and ate. No one asked if I was vaccinated

    What is the covid-19 surcharge about?

    It's a surcharge to cover for all the added expenses the closures took on businesses. Considering the huge hit they all took, I don't mind. Life's not cheap.

    Can we bring our 60lb GoldenDoodle?

    Many people bring dogs to restaurants now Pippa.

    What is the hour for happy hour?

    They discontinued Happy Hour. :(

    Do they still make the shrimp saltado? Please please say yes, it was the best!!

    Hello Stephanie, Thanks for your question. For the last year or so, due to Pandemic, we have scaled down our menu and unfortunately shrimp saltado is one of them. Once… Read more

    Is it pet friendly on the patio?

    I sure hope not. Animals are unsanitary. I love them, but they belong at home.

    Hi I was able to make a reservation for this weekend on 10/10. Will you be back open by then?

    Is the restaurant open for take out or delivery during this time?

    Hello Jessica, Thanks for your email. Unfortunately we're not open for take out yet. We shall let the public know as soon as we're ready.

    Is this restaurant handicap accessible?

    They will accommodate handicap seating in their street level Rococo area if no private party has reserved it prior. No handicap access up to patio seating.

    Is this handicap accessible? Any elevator

    Don't believe so. Please call to confirm

    Do they have decent options for gluten-free folks?

    I would suggest calling restaurant directly. The menu is available on the cafe website and is marked with several gluten free items. If you have celiac you may want to check if the food is prepared in a gluten free area of the kitchen. The website… Read more

    Do they have happy hour on Saturday?

    Only Monday through Friday to indulge delicious Mediterranean food.

    Is there heaters outside?

    Yes there are heaters set up in strategic spots on outdoor patio

    Can you bring your own wine?

    Yes you could bring your wine, there will be corkage fee charge of , 1st bottle $25, additional bottles $35… Read more

    Are there any gluten free options?

    Im sorry, I don't know.

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    UOVO | Pasadena - UOVO Pasadena dining room

    UOVO | Pasadena

    4.3(1.1k reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$$

    I decided to have lunch at Uovo today to celebrate my sister's birthday with the hopes of being…read moregreeted by Wendy. It turns out it was her day off. I encountered a remarkable experience, it's my second time in this location and coincidentally served by an extraordinary server named Angel. From exceptional quality checks to tending to any need to make my family feel satisfied, he definitely exceeded my expectations yet again. Not only was the server attentive but the managers Philip and Miriam as well. They were not only ensuring the dishes came out at good timing but also engaging in a welcoming conversation. The pasta quality is truly unmatched but the seamless service really set them apart. Everything was phenomenal per usual, can't wait to be back !! Although we didn't catch Wendy , the experience was still fantastic, Wendy you're killing it in Pasadena !!

    What a unique find, an Italian restaurant with a subtle Japanese-inspired atmosphere! The outdoor…read moreseating with the charming sliding door to the restrooms gave it such a cool vibe. The food was delicious and so fresh. As someone who can't do dairy, wheat, or land meat, I was thrilled I didn't have to make modifications to my pasta order, which they don't allow anyway. Even the cauliflower and broccolini sides were outstanding. Yes, the food is a little pricey, but absolutely worth every penny. Our waitress was patient, got our order exactly right, and the food came out right away. Will definitely be back when I'm in the area and I feel self-indulgent.

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    Marina - Rabbit Bolognese

    Marina

    4.4(909 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    Great Italian restaurant with nice vibes. The ambience inside is chic and upscale. The service is…read moreattentive as well. We came here in the evening for dinner and ordered two pasta dishes, and the Caesar salad. The Marina's Caesar salad is one of the best I've ever had and is a definite must try. We also ordered the mushroom tagliatelle and a tomato spicy pasta (not sure if it was the spicy vodka pasta or not). Both of the pasta dishes were well made, and well balanced. The mushroom pasta was not too salty with a rich creamy buttery taste. The tomato pasta had just the right amount of kick with chewy fresh pasta. The portions are on the smaller side but were enough to satisfy us. Overall, would recommend visiting! Try the salad and their fresh pasta too.

    Made dinner reservations for Mother's Day and we were seated promptly upon arrival. Marina is my…read morefavorite restaurant if I want to dine in Pasadena. Service is always impeccable and we usually order the same dishes but this time we did venture out a bit since there was also a special menu. The Caesar salad and lamb chops is a must get every time we go. We had also added the charred broccolini this time. The Caesar salad was amazing as always and the charred broccolini was a first for me at Marina and that was also very good. However, my partner and I were extremely disappointed with the lamb chops! We order this every time we come and this time, the seasoning is different. Don't get me wrong, it was still okay but since we already know how it is supposed to taste, based on the last 10 visits, this dish was a thumbs down this time. The seasoning on the lamb chops this time is something I would taste at a Chinese skewer spot. For the main dishes, we had ordered the branzino, the pork chop, dry aged NY strip, and crab tagliatelle. The branzino was not new to us but the rest are. They were all good except we would never order the pork chop again. When the pork chops arrive, my partner looked disappointed but still ate it. He had forced me to try some as well. We discussed it afterwards and the best way to compare it to is like eating Dave's Hot Chicken without the pickles and buns and has the coleslaw looking stuff with arugula mixed in. Well, I hope the lamb chops was a one off thing. My partner said we will have to hold off on going for a while now after this experience.

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