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What a great neighborhood gem! Decided to try this restaurant out for weeknight dinner and so glad we did. Started with the Butternut Squash Soup topped with chipotle chocolate foam ... and words cannot describe the delightful flavors that you taste We then shared the farro salad served with chipotle honey dressing. Serving was enough to share and ingredients were fresh and flavorful. Also shared the filet with bok choy and meat dish which was tender cooked to perfection. Service was spot on, Chris (hope got name right) very personable and enhanced dining experience. Highly recommend Deluxe 1717 and plan on returning soon.
I live in Pasadena and often drive across Washington Blvd, passing Deluxe 1717 many times without really noticing it--until one evening I saw a good crowd inside. That caught my attention. The restaurant has both outdoor patio seating and indoor dining that overlooks the patio, with an open-air feel since there's no barrier between the two spaces. I decided to check out the menu, and it looked great--not cheap, but definitely reasonable for the quality they offer. I brought my daughter for our first visit after noticing they offer happy hour, which I like to try before diving into the full menu. My thinking is: if they can nail the small plates, the full menu is worth exploring. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with friendly faces and made to feel completely welcome. I appreciated that no one made us feel awkward for just ordering from the happy hour menu--though we ended up ordering quite a bit anyway! We had the Chipotle Chicken Taquitos, Carne Asada Nachos, Brussels Sprouts, and a couple of glasses of wine. One detail that really stood out: the sommelier came over to check on us and chat briefly about the wine. That personal touch made me feel seen and valued. I love when a place treats you like more than just a table number. As for the food: * The Brussels sprouts were flavorful and cooked well, though a bit heavy on sauce and a touch too crispy for my preference--I'd ask for less sauce next time, but I'd still reorder them. * The taquitos had great toppings, but something about the chipotle flavor didn't land for us. We're taquito lovers and usually finish every bite, so this was a rare miss. That said, I'd give them another try if someone I'm with wants to order them. * The nachos were delicious--fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. I'd absolutely order them again. My daughter enjoyed the steak on them, though I personally wasn't a big fan--but I'm picky with meat. I'd probably try it with chicken next time or go full vegetarian. The freshness and flavor throughout the meal stood out, and there are several other menu items I'm looking forward to trying--especially the pulled pork sandwich, which I think my parents would love. I'm already planning to bring them here for a visit. All in all, I'm so happy to have discovered such a beautiful, welcoming, and quality-driven restaurant right on Washington Blvd in Pasadena. Thank you to the owners and staff--we appreciate you and will definitely be back!
The food was yum. We got the deluxe breakfast which comes with diced sweet potatoes with bell peppers and eggs your way with crispy bacon. The drinks were awesome. I had a hibiscus mimosa with natural tea, you can taste the the cinnamon in the hibiscus, excellent pairing with champagne. The environment was super clean, I felt like I was in Italy. Red Booth seats are brand new, so comfy. It was December in LA so a chilly morning but they kept it warm with the lamp heaters. Option to eat al fresco or on the booths and tables inside. Service was prompt and friendly. Will be coming back again!
Had a friend who lived in Altadena area recommend I try Deluxe 1717, and we were meeting a friend for brunch, who happens to live around there, so the stars aligned and I made a reservation and we headed over to meet her there for brunch on Saturday. We walked up to the restaurant and it was not very crowded, as it does feel more like a quaint local area that people from all over are not necessarily clamoring to drive to. So we were able to get seated right away (didn't seem to care there was a reservation as there wasn't any electronic check in system I noticed). So we were seated and brought water while we looked at the menu. There was only one server for the whole area, and she was definitely earning her money. We asked for recommendations, which she provided when we were ready to order, and we ended up going with the breakfast burrito with carnitas and the arepa benedict, also with carnitas. The burrito was a nice size, had a good amount of carnitas meat in it, and plenty of potatoes. BY itself, it was ok, not memorable, definitely needed the salsa to give it a little more flavor. But the burrito did not stand out, especially at its price point. The arepas benedict was more or less the same, albeit with a poached egg on top. The arepa, itself, was decent, but the overall benedict left much to be desired. Overall, Deluxe 1717 is a local restaurant serving cuban ish food with an indoor and patio area. The food really did not stand out, and it did take a while to get everything done with only one server working (again, she was working hard). Our server was very nice and that always goes a long way, but really cannot recommend the restaurant for brunch. Maybe dinner is better but brunch was not it, unfortunately
I recently did some research around Pasadena to find an excellent place for brunch, where my friends from Diamond Bar/Walnut could meet us coming from Redondo Beach. We are vegan and my friends are not, so Deluxe 1717 seemed to be a great place to try, so I made a reservation for us all to go last Saturday. All of our expectations were not only met, but exceeded. The location is ideal, very easy to find parking nearby. Upon entering, we were seated on their beautiful shaded patio area, where we were able to sit with our dogs, watch the people walking by and enjoy a wonderful brunch. I ordered the vegan breakfast burrito and plantains. Both were outstanding, as were the dishes for each of the rest of my party. We were fortunate to have Joanna as our server. She is amazing and went above and beyond providing excellent service. I highly recommend this outstanding establishment. We will be returning again soon and are customers for life.
Service was impeccable. FOOD was excellent! Brussel sprouts were perfectly cooked and the chips for the nachos were amazingly crispy since I believe they fry the tortillas in-house. Fiet had a nice chard flavor and very tender and the pork belly was cooked to perfection and not overyly sweer. For someone who cooks at home I was impressed.
Great friendly service, delicious hibiscus agua fresca, fish tacos, support local small business! Great taste in music
We've wanted to come here for a while and we wish we had sooner, it's great! First off, our server, Logan, was EVERYTHING! Fun and knowledgeable and helpful with suggestions and did I say fun? Made our experience nice from the start. Casey (floor manager,maybe?) was cool too. Very welcoming to first timers. Now the food....holy cow! The menu has starters and mains, but we opted for a few shared plates from the starters. Grilled shrimp and potato skewers came with two sauces, and yeah, they were separately sauced so you can taste both! One peanut and one cilantro jalapeño...both delicious! Wednesday is taco special night so we had three snapper tacos for $17.17 (get it?) and they were yummy. Love that the corn tortillas are a little soft so they don't break all over the place. Still hungry so we got the nachos-skirt steak and lots of stuff piled on. The leftovers ended up being my husband's lunch today so I can't speak to how they held up but I almost ate them for breakfast, as good as they smelled! Wish we had room for dessert, but next time, as there definitely will be a next time! Wednesday is also wine night 17% off bottles! We left just as the jazz guy started but he was good even tho he has to fight the street noise. Fabulous spot, try it out!
Been aiming to come here and finally we came by on Saturday night. It was not full so we didn't have to wait at all. We got seated right away. The waiter who served us was very friendly but he was disappearing a lot whenever we need to refill our water. Their free bread and bread chips are so good! I might check out the meat market next door where they got the chip bread. Parking is in the back or street parking, there's plenty of them. Asian fish and chips has a nice crispiness but the batter seasoning is too spicy for me. Peruvian chicken is so good and I finish it all! Yuca chips are bland tho.. Cuban sandwich is just mediocre..nothing really special. Will come back when they update their menu because it seems like they alternate once in a while!
2 years ago
OVERALL Deluxe 1717 is top tier and I went for brunch and I HIGHLY recommend visiting. The customer service, food, and ambiance is wonderfully delightful. The food was so delicious our group decided we're going back for the dinner service later in the week so we could try that menu. DRINK Coffee - They serve Jones Coffee so you can't go wrong there. Mango Pineapple Mimosa - Loved this because it wasn't too sweet or overpowering with flavor or champagne. FOOD THAI GRILLED SHRIMP + WATERMELON SALAD - I loved this dish because the seasoning on the shrimp paired well with the watermelon salad and it wasn't overly juicy either. HAWAIIAN WAFFLE - The flavors are so rich that you don't need any syrup to compliment it. The waffles flavor needs nothing to mess it up. The bourbon pineapple was a perfect match to eat with providing a lil sweetness but not overly so. House Gravlax Avocado Toast - I considered this like an elevated salmon and lox but better and without capers but amazing pickles and the aoili was delicious with the avocado read more
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Wow! THE most outstanding dining experience & food I've had in years. I read about this restaurant in an article and made the trek from the Westside with family since the eclectic menu caught my fancy. I was not disappointed: the food was superb - beyond expectation. Made a reservation for Sunday brunch, and the menu was a mix of dishes from different parts of the world: every single dish we ordered was heavenly with my house-cured gravlax with avocado toast better than any avocado toast I've had anywhere in L.A. ever. The mix of spicy flavors and crunch textures on top of a thin bagel was a great combination. The sambal aioli, I think, was perfection and raised the avocado toast to another level! The other dishes we tried were the Thai grilled shrimp and watermelon salad, the Cuban sandwich, the burger, and the burrata with seasonal vegetables of corn and peas. Every single dish was outstanding in its presentation, and blend of flavors & sauces & textures. Mostly what made this experience so memorable was the staff (including the owner) who waited on us. The incredible warmth, friendliness, and generous customer service make this restaurant distinctive from any I've been to in a long, long time - they checked on us often, and though the restaurant was overflowing & busy when we arrived on a Sunday afternoon, immediately made us feel welcome. Lovely staff! Deluxe 1717 is SO worth the drive across town, especially if visiting the Norton Simon or the Huntington Gardens. If I lived closer I'd be there every week. Highly recommend going to dine at Deluxe for a style of California cuisine that incorporates and transforms all the international ethnic foods and cuisines of Southern California into a single brilliantly executed menu. read more
8 months ago
Don't normally go this far north to eat (a bit far to walk) in Pasadena but this place is a real beaut. They have a really nice patio which we went to enjoy our brunch. Our server was extremely nice and had perfect knowledge of the menu and specials. But we had came up primarily for cheeseburger week so we knew what we wanted and got the deluxe burger. The burger was great would love to come back for brunch and try the smoked salmon eggs Benedict and Bolivian empanada both looked amazing. read more
First great experience was not a mistake. We made it a point to end a business trip here and had ANOTHER excellent experience!! Great service, charming team and outstanding food! We opted for a bottle of wine and really enjoyed it. Server Stephen described it nicely and made surw our glasses were always full. They had a super delicious corn chowder (vegan, if you're one of them) that we both really enjoyed. I had Asian Fish and Chips that were SO good! Crispy and light batter on the fish and some taro chips made for a fun take on a classic dish. My wife got the pork takos again (now 3 to tge order) and loved them. Such a great option gor dinner. Highly recommended!! read more
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It's a solid 4.3! Quaint little neighborhood place in Altadena. This was a brunch outing. Staff was super pleasant and the place was very clean and put together. You can tell immediately this is an owner who cares. IMO the menu was a bit off. It had plenty of great items and all the food was fantastic. But the choices seemed a bit all over the place. We had the Cuban Sando, Quiche of the day and bacon and eggs. All was excellent and the waitress was super attentive. Certainly warrants another visit but not sure I'm rushing back. read more
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We are delighted to have found this charming restaurant in East Pasadena. The restaurant is intimate, art filled and welcoming in an unpretentious way. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and kind. The food is delicious and eclectic. Noteworthy are the pork belly tacos with a beautiful balance of spice and sweetness, the celeriac soup as a special was a delight and unexpectedly sophisticated. Entrees are all amazing and for those adventurous the black bean bowl with maduros is highly recommended. Don't leave without having dessert, a huge shout out to the orange flan and polenta cake, both super delicious. Our waiter Stephen was amazing and made our experience complete. The owner and executive chef Onil Chibas is welcoming and extremely charming . If you are in the area or live in the neighborhood, Deluxe is one restaurant you should not miss! read more
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Ambiance feels like I'm going to a friend's home for dinner but with the infrastructure and food of a restaurant. It's such a unique dining experience to be greeted by the owner and have an opportunity to talk to him about how they crafted each of their dishes. There are hints of Asian, Bolivian, and Cuban influence tied together for a meaningful and balanced menu. And get the bread pudding!!! read more
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Leek quiche is fluffy and you WILL EAT all of the delicious crust. Salad accompaniment perfect. Herbal tea available. Nice owner. Only one dish was tried but it was perfection and we'll be back to try all the others. Don't ask for the pepper mill at risk of insulting the chef; they don't have one. Patio seating available. read more
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Delicious plates! Celebrated my sisters birthday here and we had the chicken, Hangar steak, fish and chips and the torta! Also the nachos were a great appetizer. read more
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I really like their food. Open for dinner Thursday, Fridays and Saturdays. Brunch on weekends. New waiter Chris is adorable. read more
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A scrumptious take on a Cubano was enjoyed on Saturday night (Saturday, September 24, 2022). A thoroughly gratifying evening was spent with a friend at Deluxe 1717 in Pasadena. Attentive service, warm and welcoming hospitality, a relaxed environment, delectable food, and spending a few hours playing catch up with my dining companion = priceless. The Cuban sandwich was hearty and incredibly full of amazing flavor. They definitely did not skimp on the ingredients with ample portions of pork shoulder and pork belly. I chose as a starter a luscious buratta, which I gladly shared with my friend. It was garnished with Indian spiced pickled cauliflower. Wow, wow, wheee, wow ... it was yummy! Upon seating, they offer those at table mini-cornbreads and Bolivian cuñapés. Cuñapés are made with cassava starch and cheese. A Bolivian delicacy, the crust is firm and the center chewy. It's a really delightful way to start one's dining adventure. This was my first time at Deluxe 1717, and it won't be my last. A total gem of a restaurant! read more
![Deluxe 1717 - cuban sandwich : slow roasted pork shoulder, house smoked pork belly, jambon gruyere mojo, pickles [served with crisp plantain chips] - American Near Me - Pasadena, California](https://s3-media0.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/mm5LeMup6k59EEFHvYIXdw/348s.jpg "Deluxe 1717 - cuban sandwich : slow roasted pork shoulder, house smoked pork belly, jambon gruyere mojo, pickles [served with crisp plantain chips] - American Near Me - Pasadena, California")
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1717 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91104
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(626) 797-1717
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Is there a corkage fee?
Yes there is. It’s $25 per bottle but if you purchase a bottle we will waive fee for the bottle.
Do you need a reservation?
We recommend a reservation but we also take walk-ins. Thank you.
