Unbelievable service food, and vibe. Bar tenders service staff lol it every time! Chef came out to make sure food tasted good and was already blown away with the taste! Mi piace kills it ! Henry, Chris, and Nick are the kings of service and quality read more

Mi Piace - Head in the clouds designer drink - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Mi Piace in Pasadena offers a 50's "white tablecloth" intalia restaurant ambiance. Our service was not great (had to ask for things multiple times before she delivered.) The brunch menu was a lacking so we ordered from the main menu. Italian fare was well done. However, the food Felt overpriced for what it was. The owner was visiting tables. Patrons seem to be a faithful group of "regulars" - which says a lot. However, we thought the prices were not matched by the actual food, ambiance or service. I've been twice to Mi Piace but doubtful will return for a third. read more

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First time here but it won't be the last. WOW, the people are so nice, the food is so good, service was amazing and the owner came over towards the end of our lunch, introduced himself and sent us over a desert to share. read more

They do Italian food well here. White tablecloths, great service. We came for lunch and they were still offering the brunch menu. I started with a glass of OJ [insert white bronco joke here] and a cappuccino. I had the chicken piccata which was good and came with spaghetti on the side. The chicken itself was delicious, lightly breaded and fried, topped with artichokes, capers and a mild sauce. I wish the sauce was a bit punchier. I feel like it needed a bit more lemon or acidity from the capers. The spaghetti on the side was al dente and lightly seasoned. I understand this may be the traditional way to serve chicken piccata, but I would have prefered the spaghetti on the plate with the chicken and sauce. I want enough sauce to cover all of the pasta. Additionally, the way the spaghetti was served (sauceless) made the noodles stick together in a way that was unpleasant to get on the fork. I would have prefered an angel hair pasta, served under the chicken and sauce. This is not the type of restaurant I usually patronize. This is the type of place that you bring parents and grandparents that want a classic dish done the classic way. Absolutely nothing wrong with that. But it lacks the imaginative spark that I'm looking for when I go out to eat. Overall, the food is good, service is great. This spot is obviously well-loved by Pasadena and I'm sure will be for many years. read more

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Always got to come to this place when I'm in town. Service is great! They have the best tasting pasta and the chocolate soup is a must have! read more

Came on a Sunday around 2:30 and though it wasn't busy, it took a little bit to get our table ready! I got the bucatini pomodoro. I believe it was $28. This is pricey for the small portion. But I guess you're paying for the fact that it's a handmade and fresh pasta. And you can tell it's both! They also cook it perfectly al dente. The pomodoro had a deep and rich flavor, not just a plain tomato sauce. You can tell it's a heavier sauce with cheese and the porcini mushrooms cooked into it. I wish they put more cheese and maybe more basil on top. It was a good dish, and our waiter (Michele) was kind and attentive but wouldn't be my choice of places (especially out of all to eat around) if I was back in the area again read more

Checked out this place over a weekend and the food was better than I expected. The interior was cute with good seating availability and you can also reserve ahead of time as well. I think their pizzas were great and pasta always smacks. Service was good as they check up on you a lot. Restroom can be kind of gross cuz they share it with the building, but other than that, it's good read more

Eleanor was an absolute delight--her bright personality and positivity truly elevated the meal. The food itself was just as impressive: my friend enjoyed the lamb chops while I had the tagliatelle with prawns, followed by a dessert duo of crème brûlée cheesecake and the chocolate trio (because why stop at one?). The booths could use a little reupholstering and the bathrooms are a bit of an adventure to find, but those are minor notes in an otherwise excellent experience. Watching the chefs at work while dining was the perfect finishing touch--like dinner and a show, only tastier. read more

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I have been here quite a few times. I have tried dishes from their lunch and dinner menus and they have never disappoint. The fettuccine alfredo is my favorite. The staff is very friendly. Today Al was our servo. He was very friendly attentive. The music was very nice. They played music from jazz to big band. This is definitely my favorite place to eat while in Pasadena! read more

Mi Piace - Americano, Tiramisu and Stawberry sorbet - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

This place never fails in putting out great food. We started off with the Carpaccio as an appetizer..! Delicious. My family and I love and appreciate the homemade pasta. Today I tried the Lemon Tartufo, added some shrimp to the dish, absolutely delicious! The pasta is dense and the portions are perfect for us. The simplicity of the dish, and the amazing sauce with a touch of lemon- cream sauce and let's not forget the Truffles! Amazing. I usually order some type of chocolate desert, however the Apple Pie called my attention, and it was satisfying Thank you for an amazing dinner, will be back soon! read more

Mi Piace - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

I was in the area and missed this place that I used to go during my college days. Made a reservation and got seated right away during weeknights dinner. The service was nice and attentive, unfortunately the food was way below par. I was extremely disappointed from what Mi Piace that I used to be excited about. The bolognese pasta was very bland and kind of dry, not flavorful at all, as well as the gnocchi, the texture is not like the typical gnocchi, it tasted like cheap store bought gnocchi. My Caesar salad, sadly, it was the worst Caesar I've ever had. The bitterness of the lettuce was very pungent, I couldn't even taste the overall salad. What a sad, sad visit in an old town Pasadena. read more

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The food is fantastic per usual, and always enough to take home. But they have really upped their brunch game. The waffle and pancakes are both the best in Pasadena. Give it a try if you're around old town on a sat or sun morning. read more

My partner and I decided to have dinner here last night and were pleasantly surprised to snag a last-minute reservation. We arrived a few minutes early and were seated right away, which set the tone for a great evening. Our server, Marco, was phenomenal! Attentive, friendly, and made us feel well taken care of the entire night. Our food took a little longer than expected, but he kept us updated and it was absolutely worth the wait. I ordered the spaghetti con polpette--AMAZING. Easily one of those dishes you keep thinking about after you leave (and yes, I happily took leftovers home). My partner had the ravioli di costine, and after stealing a few bites, I can confidently say it was just as incredible. For drinks, I tried the espresso martini (solid 8/10) and the lemon drop (10/10). My partner enjoyed a Stella Artois alongside his steak, which he loved. We wrapped up the night with a crème brûlée that was the perfect sweet finish. Between the delicious food, great drinks, fun music, and outstanding service, the whole experience felt special. Huge thank you to Marco and the owner, Armen, for making our evening so memorable. We'll definitely be back! read more

My girlfriends and I come to this restaurant every couple of months to reunion. It's always fabulous. The food the drinks and the wait Staff -especially Al It always feels like we're coming home read more

Mi Piace - Sisters - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

There's a bartender there who is a God amongst men, he shakes a Vesper martini like Thor himself is behind the bar, emanating lighting bolts from the shaker, with his shock of silver hair dramatically sweeping to one side. Always busy, always has time for his guests, and a subtle cologne like Grand Marnier. read more

Mi Piace - Vesper Martini - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Love going to Mi Piace Monday's; Today had a Pizza and was absolutely delicious along with Pasta. The bar tending team is amazing highly recommended read more

Mi Piace - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Ordered the Chilean sea bass and calamari to share. Also had the chocolate soup soufflé dessert which melts in your mouth. Excellent service and dim light ambiance. There's plenty of parking in the garage down the street. Recommend this Italian gem in Old Town Pasadena. read more

Mi Piace - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Amazing food- Great service. I've been coming for 30 yrs... Had the Pescatore..absolutely delicious.

What a fantastic place. Had a great experience, amazing food and service was exceptional. Marco was our waiter and his recommendations were on the nose. Great atmosphere and authentic feel. Must try when in Pasadena! read more

Mi Piace - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Probably one of the best pastas we've had in a while. Everything tastes great. Perfect pasta bite. I really liked the crust on my pizza too - soft and doughy. They were out of calamari so we just got the fries with spicy seasoning- it was soooo good. 10 stars for our server. Super attentive and friendly. The interior of the restaurant felt a little dated but cozy and simple overall. Will come back soon. read more

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I have been coming here for years just to eat the Carbonara, it taste just like in Italy the best. If you like dessert, try the tiramisu absolutely delicious! Thank you for all the yumminess read more

Mi Piace - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Mi Piace is one of my family's favorite Italian restaurants in LA! The food always hits the spot, and the staff are extremely accommodating and friendly. When I asked for substitution on one of the dishes, one of the staff members said, "Our motto is any thing that you'd like. So of course we can make adjustments for you and make it the way you like!". So kind!! Notable items: Bread service: Garlic Focaccia Bread served with olive oil and vinegar. IT WAS SO GOOD. Bread was soft and flavorful. I tried so hard to stop myself from eating too much of it because I wanted to save my stomach for the main entrees. Caesar Salad: fresh vegetables and very light. Enjoyed it as a perfect appetizer! Bucatini Alla Carbonara: creamy sauce with al dente pasta. Paired so well with the savory pancetta! Fettuccine Alfredo Tartufo: rich, cream sauce. very filling! Pepperoni Pizza: HUGE portion. Shareable size and the kids loved it. There's parking available at the public parking structures nearby for $1. Very beautiful and clean decor inside. Classy setting, but casual dress code is still fine (perfect for a date night!). Even though it's quite big inside and there's seating available outdoors too, it can get busy, so I highly recommend getting a reservation! Thank you Mi Piace for the wonderful experiences throughout the years!! read more

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Come here every year for my Aunts birthday because she refuses to go anywhere else. Every time we come here it's always a 10/10. We had Jose as our server, he was great to us and made my aunt feel so special. Thank you all for always such a great experience! read more

We have the best time at Mi Piace. They have the most delicious chicken piccata and lasagna bolognese. We go here every year after the Pasadena Showcase. I highly recommend it. read more

I was hitting Pasadena for my bday gift and Decided to stop by to grab a bite . Great place always fresh food and great service . Is always busy that must mean something right ? I have been here for dinner and lunch and is always fresh and delicious ! read more

Mi Piace - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Been back to Mi Piace many times since my last review from 9 years ago. It's still one of my favorite restaurant. Thank you so much for being a huge part of my life journey- from celebrating birthdays to anniversaries to "just because" get togethers...service is still wonderful, food still tastes amazing, always a 10/10. read more

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Everything is so wonderful here: the food, service, and ambience! We were able to enjoy relaxed conversation while our palates and bellies were satisfied. We topped off the escargot, salad, seafood pasta with "chocolate soup" which is like a soufflé that's perfectly balanced with homemade whipped cream. Yummm and thank you all around! read more

Came here first time on Valentine's Day, great service, delicious food and Good ambiance. It was a great night. read more

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Came here for a work dinner with 20+ people. Staff are very nice and catered to our drink needs. While everyone drank the wine, I asked for a Paloma which tasted more like a drink I'd get at sports bar (too much tequila). The food was also not up to par. I ordered the scallop truffle risotto off the special menu and the rice was undercooked and scallops were rubbery and overcooked. I was not satisfied with my dish and saw others had the same sentiment. The dessert was better but I'd only give it 4 stars. We ordered the chocolate trio, tiramisu, midnight fantasy and almond roca cake (not pictured). Unlike the food, the staff were very helpful and attentive to our large party's needs. Because of our size and the chaos I give them credit for attending to us. Overall I wouldn't recommend coming here if you like decent food, sorry! read more

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I went to Mi Piace for my 40th bday and had an amazing experience! The staff was very nice, and Frank, our waiter, was extremely polite, accommodating and funny! He had such a great personality! The food was just as amazing, and the owner, Armen, was so sweet! I will definitely be coming back! read more

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Came here the other day. They have an amazing menu, tons of wine varieties, and cocktail options. There are two entrances. We came in it guess we were told the bar entrance. And we stood there for 5 minutes while 2 guys stood at the bar and said nothing to us. So we walked more in and had to ask someone if we were supposed to seat ourselves. So that was a little weird especially since the restaurant wasn't busy. Inside is very clean and tons of windows which is nice. We opted for by the windows. I got a glass of the viogner. It was very good. For appetizers we got the calamari and escargot. The calamari was kinda bland, the dipping sauce and lemon saved it. It was fried well though! The escargot was absolutely delicious. Would order that again. We also got two pastas. The braised short rib ravioli (ravioli de costine) which was very good and the sauce was nice and light. We also got bucatini pomadoro. The noodles were a little hard while some were soft and perfect. But the flavor was good. I however would not order that again. Overall it was decent but the only stand out for me was the escargot and the braised short rib pasta. I would be willing to try other things and go again and hopefully change it to more stars! read more

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Great service and food! Waiter and owner were very friendly and attentive. The pasta was cooked really well. read more

Mi Piace - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Had a great time here.fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and genuine hospitality. Easily a 5-star experience--I'll definitely be coming back!

I have been coming here and their old Burbank site for close to 30 years. It never disappoints. Food, drinks, dessert, and service are always spot on. Whenever our family wants to celebrate a birthday or special events, Mi Piace is always at the top of the list. My work is also close by so I always suggest it for vendor lunches or dinners as well, and it's always a hit. You can't go wrong with the bass, bolognese, sesame chicken, trout...well, most likely anything. There's a reason they've been around this long. I also like that the owner is always there. read more

Mi Piace is a classic Pasadena gem which continues to be a standout in Old Town Pasadena. I've been going here since I was a kid with my parents, and decided to give it another try after a couple years away. I'm happy to report that my favorite items remain classics and are just as amazing as I've always remembered - their bread is fantastic and their vodka salmon pasta is a must order item for me every time I come. It's intimate, cozy, and perfect for a catch up with friends or date night. read more

I LOVE this place! It's my new favorite Italian restaurant. I tried their salmon vodka pasta and it's part of my top 10 pasta now. The owner also came to our table to quickly chat and introduce himself. Great service and hospitality read more

Mi Piace - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

A Pasadena Gem I Can't Stay Away From Mi Piace has become my second home in Pasadena--I'm here at least twice a week, and every visit reminds me why. The moment you walk in, you're greeted by the friendliest front desk staff who set the tone for an evening that always feels welcoming, warm, and effortlessly elegant. The food is consistently exceptional. I've tried many dishes over the years, but nothing compares to my go‑to: the pappardelle bolognese. It's perfection every single time--rich, comforting, and clearly crafted by a chef who knows exactly what they're doing. Truly the best. A huge part of what makes Mi Piace special is the people. Armen, the owner, deserves immense credit for what he has built here. His leadership, vision, and commitment to quality show in every detail--from the menu to the ambiance to the way his team treats every guest like family. Thank you, Armen, for everything you've done for the community and for creating a place my family and I genuinely crave and enjoy. Ed, the manager, is outstanding--attentive, professional, and always on top of things. And the waiters and waitresses are consistently excellent: friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making sure every meal is memorable. Add in the romantic ambiance--soft lighting, great energy, and that unmistakable Pasadena charm--and you have a restaurant that delivers not just a meal, but an experience. Mi Piace is a treasure, and I'm grateful it's part of my weekly routine. Highly recommend. read more

Our bartender, Nick was fantastic and he made the best espresso martinis that we have ever had. The owner Armen was so personable and attentive to us and other customers. We have been coming here since they opened and continue to return for the delicious food and outstanding service. read more

Holidays like Mother's Day can be hard for any restaurant but as usual Mi Piace hit it out of the park. Even on one of the busiest holidays for a restaurant, the food was fantastic, from the always amazing Calamari Fritti, to the just the right amount of lemon zing of the Piccata di Pollo and fantastic Tiramisu. Everything was amazing and our server Jose was on point where we never had a want for anything the entire night. read more

When in Old Town Pasadena we make a point of treating ourselves to something yummy and Mi Piace did not disappoint! The ambiance was nice and cheery crowd watching from the inside. We love sitting outside too but they only have a few tables and they were taken. Very classy decor and definitely clean. I started with a dirty martini but they brought it dry so they brought the olive juice on the side.. came out really really well. We had the Bruchetta appetizer and it was really good. I just wish they served it with a few crostinis on the side. Can't forget their delicious bread with olive oil and balsamic glaze... yum! We both had the Spaghetti Aragosta and finished them to the last bite. It had plenty of lobster pieces with a small lobster tail.. I can almost taste again it was that good. We finished off with dessert and split a crème brûlée cheesecake and a vanilla latte What a perfect meal! read more

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