Omar's Pizzeria

Solid Italian restaurant in Arcadia....on the smaller side and they are usually busy so there may…read morebe a short wait involved...the food is really good as are the prices, definitely in the cheaper side of the spectrum but in today's world things are crazy....food was good, spinach lasagna was solid, garlic bread good, chicken parm was above average, the meat lasagna was good too...portions are on the larger side, sauce is good.::service is pretty good, ambiance isn't anything crazy so that's a 3/5....this is just a homey Italian typer restaurant, nothing more, nothing less....

I drive past this place frequently while running errands and have always been curious so I finally…read morelooked at their website and was really surprised by the low prices. A few friends and I decided to get take away from here and sample a bunch of stuff and overall were very impressed! The portions are massive for the cost, you're getting great value. Is it date night special occasion high quality Italian food? No. Is it home cookin made with love Italian food? Absolutely. The chicken on the Alfredo was so well cooked and juicy, the meatballs were tender and flavorful. The side salad is just a pile of iceberg and 4 cherry tomatoes which was a bit disappointing but the dressing (not sure if house made) was delicious. The portion size of one order of mozz sticks is wild. Honestly this place is going to be on my weeknight takeaway rotation.

Wall of awards and family pictures

Caesar side salads - yum!

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Pasta Sampler with ravioli and pink sauce - if you like pink sauce you'll love theirs!

Grano Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.8(1.2k reviews)

2.7 mi

All the reviews raving about the service here are spot on. Fantastic service, from the owner down…read moreto the guys who brought us drinks. But we really came here because of what we heard about the food, and it didn't disappoint. Definitely make a reservation if you are going on the weekend. We got there early and were lucky to be seated a little early. It was an outside table so the view of Del Taco was a bit weird given the quality of food but just need to ignore that. I don't remember the names of the items we ordered but they were all great. Calamari and beef carpaccio for starters, as well as a crab bisque. The mains were the sausage and black truffle pasta (our favorite), lobster pasta, and scallops and squid ink. Tiramisu for dessert, and they also gave us a refreshing spritzer type of drink. Can't remember the name but it's apparently derived from grapes. Definitely not cheap if you get the specials which the three pastas above are, but we really enjoyed it and plan to return again soon.

Upon entering the restaurant the warm welcome our party of four received prepared us for what we…read moreexpected to be an exceptional dining experience. Based on the five-star reviews, I felt I was making the best choice for dinner with my brother and his wife up fom Palm Springs for an event in Duarte. The pleasant, personable atitude from all involved in our dining experience leaves me reluctant to leave this review - however, I feel it important to point out the service and food issues that made this visit a less than optimal one. If the issues were limied to just one, or maybe two, I would not have bothered to mention them. However, a litany of small issues can compound to a point where one has to question their choice, especially when the establishment promises a refined, upscale dining experience. It started with the first course, wIth.my wie and I being served the wrong salad. We did not make any mention of this, as the waiter was kind enough to divide the salad into two portions, and we did not want to hold up the rest of the party. Then my brothers' dish, ("Grandma's" meatballs with meat sauce, I believe), ordered with rigatoni, was delivered - but with spaghetti instead of the requested rigatoni. Now this should not be a big deal, as the dish should be quickly replaced with an apology. No, the waiter was resistant, had to check his notes. At the table, where all of us heard the order specify rigatoni. He left(presumably to get permission), finally returning to reluctantly take the dish for replacement. Really? At an upscale restaurant? To his credit the waiter did bring a small portion of a very good crab bisque so my brother could join the rest of us as we ate and he waited. Then it was the little things - refills of iced tea and coffee never offered. Ground pepper and parmesan cheese(needed for the rather bland pesto) never offered, had to ask. And that pesto sauce - pine nuts? Where? That dish - as well as my wife's Ala Checca and my bro's aforementioned dish, all ok, if rather bland, missing that something to make the dishes 'pop'. Oh, and the afterdinner apertif mentioned in other reviews? Not to be. I realize I am risking the wrath of the owner with my review, but I do not believe any of my expectations are unreasonable for a restaurant that boasts of offering a high end dining experience, at a high end price. . and a customer should never be made to feel guilt for pointing out a mistake. A generous four stars for the bread and marinara, the crab bisque, the tasty wines, and the cheerful welcome.

Cozy and home-y indoor area

Ragu Napoli with Burrata (Today's Special)

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Tagliolini Octopus Puttanesca Pasta (Today's Special)

Domenico’s Italian Steakhouse

Overall 4 stars, but I see 5 star potential as I explore more of the menu during future visits…read more I liked the service we received. Our server was a young man named Courage, and I appreciated his patience and good manners. The host at the front counter was pleasant to interact with as well. The food was good overall, but somewhat hit or miss. We tried the 40z Florentine T-Bone Steak for Two (ordered medium), and found it to be acceptable overall - some portions seemed closer to medium rare, while other sections seemed well done. I'm no expert on steaks, and my limited understanding is that a steak this massive can show variation in Doneness, so please disregard this observation if you believe it to be unduly critical. I plan to return and sample the other steaks (and dishes) at this eatery, I get the feeling I will probably find them to be more to my liking. Of note is the restaurant's (current) novel menu pricing model - their steaks (and a few other items from what I remember) are 50% off their listed price every day except for "holidays and special occasions" (or something along those lines). I would consider this dynamic pricing model better than restaurants who mark *up* their listed prices during select days of the year (e.g. Valentine's Day). The parking lot is on the small side, but we were fortunately able to secure a space during our visit. The chimichurri that accompanies the steak is a bit on the noticeably spicy side.

Went in for dinner last night. The food itself was totally fine -- nothing to complain about there…read more What threw me off was the service. Everyone seemed nice enough, but they also appeared confused and unsure of what they were supposed to be doing. The whole experience had a strange, disjointed vibe. It made for some awkward moments throughout the meal. Overall decent food but very odd service.

18oz rib eye

The bar is really cool and clean!

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Di Pilla's Italian Restaurant

4.0(1k reviews)

4.2 mi

What a creamy and flavorful pasta dish! I noticed a family owned Italian restaurant located next to…read moreSummerfield and finally found the opportunity to try it. They use the same parking lot as Summerfield so it can get busy at some times. I called in to place an order for dinner and it was super easy and convenient. I ordered their Di Pilla Special pizza and a medium Parpadelle special pasta. The total for these dishes came out to be $62. Their portions are quite large since they're a family style restaurant. They also gave us complimentary bread which tasted amazing! I will say that I felt really heavy and full after this meal so this is definitely a cheat meal type of food. Food: Parpadelle Special Pasta (9/10): The noodles are huge and thick and the sauce gets absorbed perfectly. There's mushrooms, spinach, chicken with a white sauce base. They loaded this dish up with sauce which was heavenly. I even dipped my complimentary bread in the sauce because it just tasted that good. The chicken was so soft and wasn't overcooked at all. Between a family of three, there was a perfect amount and didn't have any leftovers. Di Pilla Special Pizza (9/10): Wow, the amount of toppings? Insane. We ordered the medium size which is a 14 inch. There was pepperoni, green peppers, mushrooms, onions, hamburger, and bacon. I had to go back to their menu to see what toppings there were because wow was there a load full. I thought that the mushroom and bell pepper did overpower most of the slice. We had so many slices left over because of how full each slice makes you. I had it the day after and It was still tasty. I need to come back and try their other menu options. They have so many options to choose from which gets overwhelming because everything sounds amazing!

3/1/26 Must've been a local favorite for Italian cuisine, a good choice for other choices in the…read moreneighborhood. Service could use a bit more personality, ambiance is original, dated but rustic, old school. We were seated promptly at a booth. Our server arrived shortly, Hubby, of course, ordered a glass of a very good Chianti (the best part of the experience). We took a bit more time to peruse the menu. He knew precisely what he wanted & it took me a bit to decide. The chicken piccata was the winner & I opted for angel hair with plenty of veggies. The table bread was pretty tasty with the balsamic & olive oil. Hubby wasn't all that impressed with his dish but I found it much better than my flavorless meal. Mine lacked depth-- did they season it? It was rather disappointing. I was hoping to have a local Italian restaurant as a go to but sadly, it wasn't at all a great first impression. If Hubby didn't care for his meal, I doubt he would be convinced to revisit to give it another fair shake. At least the Chianti was great choice. Too bad, I had high hopes for Di Pilla's. Service was decent. Dedicated free small parking lot, no outdoor seating.

It's beginning to look like Christmas.

Bowtie Pasta with Peas and Ham.

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3/1/26 Dante's Special, needed more flavor

Union

4.1(1.9k reviews)

7.0 mi

Pasta is amazing! The vibe here is so cute Staff was…read morefriendly and the waitress that helped us made excellent recommendations There was bread here I didn't get a picture of, but that's also a must have! You can't go wrong with any of the pastas Parking around here wasn't easy, but found a parking structure a block away Definitely recommend a reservation

Union Restaurant is one of my favorite spots in Pasadena, love their pastas!…read more In addition. I orderedthe grilled octopus. Since it's usually one of my favorite dishes, I had high expectations, but it came out a little chewy and didn't quite hit the mark. Overall experience is still great. The staff is incredibly friendly, the location right on Union Street is ideal, and there's plenty of parking across the street on a parking structure. Staff is super friendly and it's a cute place. Loved their pastas so much that I ordered a second portion of pasta to take home. Definitely will be back.

Inside

Spaghetti Alla Chitarra

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Olive Oil Cake

Marina

4.4(911 reviews)

6.0 mi

Locally owned & operated

Outdoor seating

No complaints about this place. Service was top notch, and the waitress who served us was friendly…read moreand attentive. We ordered their Blistered bread, which was a treat. We also got the Grilled Octopus. It was flavorful. We also ordered their Mortadella pizza and a pasta dish (forgot what it was) Overall, we enjoyed the dinner. The restaurant is modernly decorated and we were sat by the wine cellar, which looks great. Had a great time here. Will be back for sure.

This restaurant is incredible. It has a relaxed, breezy, sunny feel, while being in the absolute…read moredriver's seat on excellent cooking and drinks. We started out with Bianco Negronis and the Hamachi Crudo, which was citrusy and perfect. The blistered bread and ricotta was also such an indulgent treat. For Mains, we shared the Truffle Cavatelli and the Charred Scallops Risotto. The truffle and sausage were so rich (in most definitely a good way) and paired so well with the slightly more bracing and magnificent Charred Scallops Risotto. The last dish, with the Calabrian chili and uni butter and mouth-watering scallops, is one of the best things I've eaten in years. To finish, we all shared the Pistachio Tiramisu. Not something I would have ever thought up, but so good. This place is a delight.

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UOVO | Pasadena

4.3(1.1k reviews)

5.9 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 !!

this has been a place i've been wanting to check out! it definitely meet my expectations :)…read more i loved this place & the experience we were seated at the bar & it felt super cozy & intimate! we were able to interact w/ the chefs & watch our meals be made. i really enjoyed the carbonara pasta, although it was a bit on the saltier side! we also got a side of mushrooms & man they also tasted super great. can't wait to come back

Bar Seating over looking the kitchen

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Cacio e Pepe

The Diplomat Eatery and Tavern

4.3(986 reviews)

2.0 mi

Locally owned & operated

Sports on TV

Amazing cocktails - especially the Diplomat Sour Authentic…read moreMediterranean food food Love the owners - Joey & Lucy

The Diplomat was a great find. The drinks were excellent, and the filet nestled in the hummus was…read moreoutstanding tender, rich, and perfectly seasoned. The outside curbside seating made the evening even better. Golden hour settled over the street, the sunset reflecting off everything just right. Across the table, that warm light caught her face for a moment... and honestly, it might have been the highlight of the night. Great food, great drinks, and the kind of atmosphere that turns a simple dinner into a memory.

Their fried cauliflower app is fantastic- nicely seasoned with minimal breading - highly recommend!

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Moroccan eggplant dip - this was so fresh and flavorful! My new fave app here!

Pane E Vino

4.3(568 reviews)

8.5 mi

Food is great! Same Pane E Vino we loved from the west side!…read more Has a great family vibe

I was reluctant at first. We walked in and the server asked if we had a reservation. We said no. He…read morehesitated then said he could sit us at this little table right in front of the door. Well, okay. We were there and we were hungry. It's a small place with big attitude. Great vibes, low lighting, cozy seating. We sat down and browsed through the menu. The server came over and said he'd move us to a bigger table. THANK YOU! We finally decided on food. We all had crab cakes appetizers. I had the spicy honey pepperoni pizza and Cesar salad. Coworker had the peso buco with risotto, and the other had the lasagna. We had some fresh rosemary rolls while we waited. Everyone was very satisfied with their food. The girls decided to have desert which we all shared. Tiramisu and cannolis. I don't care for tiramisu so I just had a little taste. I did enjoy a cannoli. The server was super friendly and he knew how to sell you on anything on that menu. I would make the drive to visit here again.

Beef and Pork Meatballs

Beet Salad

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Italian Chorizo & Sausage

Cafe Santorini

The food was good for the most part but inconsistent. I would again but the environment was a bit…read moreloud

Beautiful atmosphere with satisfying Mediterranean dishes…read more Had a lovely meal at Cafe Santorini and really enjoyed both the food and ambiance. I ordered the farfalle con pesto pollo and the branzino. The pasta was comforting and flavorful with a creamy pesto sauce that coated the farfalle nicely, and the chicken was tender and well-seasoned. The branzino was light, fresh, and cooked well with crispy skin and delicate flavor that didn't feel too heavy. Service was attentive and welcoming throughout the meal, and the pacing of the dishes felt relaxed without being slow. The vibe is probably one of the best parts of the experience--beautiful Mediterranean-inspired decor with a romantic and cozy atmosphere, especially if you sit on the patio. It feels like a great spot for date nights, celebrations, or catching up with friends over a long meal. Would definitely come back to enjoy the ambiance and try more seafood dishes next time.