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    UOVO | Pasadena

    4.3 (1.1k reviews)
    PriceyItalian, Noodles
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Ragú***
    Kristine L.

    I'm obsessed. Last time I was in LA, I met up with a friend here for dinner. We ordered off the tasting menu and selected "The Regional" which includes Battuta de carne, ragú, tortellini, amatriciana, and pan a cotta con saba. for $35 per person, it was a good amount of food! Not to mention it was fresh, aromatic and delicious. I've been to Italy and this place is the closest I've come to anything I had out there. Also, not to mention, the pasta is handmade in Bologna, Italy and shipped overnight in a temperature controlled cabin. They do this because Italian eggs are key to their pasta!! We were seated outside, I didn't mind as the weather was perfect for al fresco dining and the service was great, highly recommend getting there as early as they open as they do not take reservations and operate strictly on a first come first serve basis. I always park in the parking structure because I never have a problem finding parking in there.

    Yellowtail Crudo
    Viola L.

    I finally made it to the Pasadena location for a late birthday dinner with my boyfriend on a Monday night, and it was such a surprisingly great experience! We actually tried to come here a long time ago, but the wait was so bad that we just gave up. My boyfriend has been to the Marina Del Rey location multiple times, so I didn't really have any expectations after our first attempt to come here. But There was no wait at all, and we got to sit right at the counter. I think it was the best seat in the house because we were right in front of the cheese wheel and got to watch the chefs cook everything fresh. The vibes inside the restaurant were great and the service was great too. As for the food, the yellowtail we ordered was alright. it tasted great but wasn't exactly mind-blowing. The pasta was the real highlight, specifically the carbonara, which was fantastic! I also tried the Amatriciana, but it was a little too salty for me, so I probably wouldn't order that one again. But my bf loved it!!! guanciale pieces were really tasty!! The parmigiano they use is incredible, though, and I'm already thinking of coming back just for their cheesy pasta. I'll definitely be sticking to any pasta that features their parmigiano next time. Overall, the ambiance was perfect and it was such a win for a Monday night dinner!

    Liz P.

    Wow, so good! We did one of the tasting menus, and not only was everything delicious and well plated, the portions were reasonable. I left satisfied but not overly stuffed. My fave was the ragu, but all of the pastas were fresh and you could taste the quality. I also liked that they were a tipping free restaurant. Your bill is your bill, which I found to be quite reasonable for the quality of food. Would totally recommend this place and would also return!

    The Tiramisu' al cucchiaio 9/10 on 2/21/26
    Angie R.

    I came here with a friend while the dude was at a Pokémon event nearby and I wanted to over indulge in carbs! We didn't have a reservation but were seated on the patio without an issue. Our hostess was an instant favorite very warm, welcoming, and genuinely made the experience better. She recommended the trio deal (salad, three pastas, and dessert). Honestly, it's the move. I'm vegetarian and gluten sensitive, so I subbed for salad, which ended up being fresh and flavorful. No complaints there, I had to balance it out. The three pastas were all completely different, which I appreciated...each one delivered in its own way and definitely satisfied the craving. Oh yah,, they don't have bread. Dessert. Im more of an ice cream chick and I don't even like coffee- lavored desserts, but the tiramisu is so simple yet memorable. Wine only menu...no rosé but what I had was nice. Went well with my meal. Overall, great food, great service, and a farmers market in the courtyard that made the whole experience feel a little extra special. I'd come back. Check it out!

    Black tea
    Kevin C.

    So the food was so good the only picture I remembered to take was the appetizer. The rest of our order was the Ragú, Lasagna, and broccolini with two teas which comes in their own bottle to keep the drink fresh and cool. The pasta is delicious and light. Here I thought there would be leftovers to take home. Boy was I wrong. What I was also wrong about is that this establishment has a no tipping policy. The night manager introduced himself to us and made sure we were doing well. Cool ambience too tucked away on the corner of the courtyard. Private like but with chill music for a cool Sunday evening dinner date. Definitely a new spot to revisit.

    Tagliatelle in Truffle Sauce
    Mary K.

    This place is perfect for a solo date! I didn't wait at all, the service was good, and the ambiance is nice. It's dimly lit and they cook in front of you. I got the yellowtail crudo, amatriciana, and the truffle pasta. The truffle pasta was soooo good! I want to come back for it! The Amatriciana was also good but next time I want to try the Cacio e Pepe. I've heard good things about the yellowtail Crudo but I'm not sure if I just came on an off night for it but it didn't wow me! It was a little bland I wish it had more of the citrus flavor to it. Overall I would def come back when craving pasta.

    Ashley C.

    Came back, and the lasagna was so good. I HIGHLY recommend it. The Ragu pasta wasn't as oily this time around too. Service was great, and the ambiance was lovely.

    tagliatelle in truffle sauce
    Shiny C.

    Gosh, where do I begin?? I had been wanting to try UOVO for about a year now and it totally exceeded my expectations. Upon entering, I noticed that the restaurant was very atmospheric with warm, yellow lighting. We didn't wait very long on a Sunday night and got seated at the bar, which had an open kitchen which I always love. Watching the chefs prepare the pasta was such a fun addition to the meal. My boyfriend and I ordered the cheese & truffle tasting menu, which came with the yellowtail crudo, truffle pasta, pomodoro, cacio e pepe (made in the cheese wheel), and tiramisu. We added the tartare on the side. Literally every single dish was absolutely delicious and blew our minds! My favorites were the tartare and the truffle pasta. I think the crudo could've maybe used a bit more acidity to balance out the flavors, but that honestly might be my only critique. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente every time, and I loved the flat texture of the truffle pasta. Personally, I think the portion sizes were also perfect because I feel like I would've been overwhelmed with any more of each pasta. The tiramisu was a cute little cup, a great sweet treat at the end of the meal. Our server and chef were amazing throughout the meal and even made small talk with us, which is something I love at a restaurant like this. At the end of the meal, the manager introduced us and asked our names! I don't think I've ever experienced being asked my name at a restaurant before so it was a very nice touch. It felt like we made a personal connection with everyone who served us. With the ambiance, service, and food itself, everything about UOVO Pasadena is a 10/10 and I'm definitely looking forward to coming back soon.

    Fughi
    Judy L.

    This is our favorite Uovo location. Consistent with quality of dishes and flavor. Nothing beats pasta from Italy. Dishes are not overly seasoned or greasy. My favorite dishes are the Ragu, Carbonara & funghi mushrooms as a side. Their Yellowtail Crudo is delicious and I'm certain any other meals you're interested in will deliver that quality Italian dish you've been craving. Staff and servers are always welcoming and helpful. Cute patio seating outside with limited tables inside but has ample bar seating as well. Quaint, clean and modern rustic would be the style of restaurant.

    Amatriciana Highly Recommend
    Caes F.

    Based on how busy this restaurant is at night, I decided to forgo the crowds and arrived in the afternoon. Seeing the pasta cook in front of you in an intimate setting was like having front row seats to a culinary experience. Ordered the following: 1. Amatriciana pasta, my personal favorite 2. Cacio De Pepe 3. Broccolini They offer a tasting menu for $30 to $40 dollars, which looked interesting but ultimately you order what the restaurant is known for :) Pasta

    Yellowtail Crudo
    Flora W.

    Went with my girl group of four and ordered the Cheese & Truffle Tasting Menu to share, recommended by our waiter. The location is beautiful, with plenty of seating readily available since we came just before the dinner rush, after attending an event nearby. We got to sit outside, and our waiter took great care of us, even moved the umbrella for us since the sun was just setting. The tasting menu came with 5 dishes (1 appetizer being a beautiful Yellowtail Crudo, and 3 rich pastas which included Tagliatelle in Truffle Sauce, Pomodoro, Cacio e Pepe, and a dessert, Tiramisu al cucchiaio). For $38 per person, I honestly thought the portion size would be more generous, but I understood the tasting menu was probably designed to let us enjoy multiple dishes without feeling stuffed, and high-quality pasta is very rich and well-seasoned, so serving a heaping portion wouldn't make sense. But, the pasta was so good, I wanted another bite! All of the pasta dishes in their tasting menu were evenly dressed in their delicious sauces that coat the pasta just right. Handmade fresh pasta just can't be beat. We also ordered a Ravioli di Carne and Funghi (mushrooms) to share on the side. Both dishes were great, again, just wished we had more of it. I'd love to bring my fiancé back for a 1-on-1 date experience and to treat him to a nice meal, especially since their ambiance and lighting make it feel like a great date-night spot.

    Pomodorini e Basilico* Carbonara
    Megan H.

    Came here for a Galentine's Day recently! Food: I ordered the Carbonara. The noodles taste very al dente! I loved the cheesiness of the sauce. However, it did get pretty heavy the more you ate it. The bacon was pretty solid. The portion size was perfect for me and my friends. We all finished everything, which is a little rare. Service: Everyone was pretty attentive. We got a bottle of free water. There is an 18% gratuity fee added on the receipt, regardless of party size. We didn't have to wait for long to be seated. There are some nice tables to sit at outside as you wait. Parking: It's Pasadena. You have to pay for parking. We parked in the back lot of the plaza... they charged us $20 for 2 hrs. That was a little ridiculous. Overall: 3.5/5; I would've given more stars if there wasn't an 18% gratuity fee and if the parking situation was slightly better. This is a pretty nice place to have date night or catch up with friends!

    Tagliatelle in Truffle Sauce
    Ria P.

    This place has hella mixed reviews and I had to just try it finally. Overall, it was definitely solid, but I've also had way better pasta. The only one I'd go back for was the truffle tagliatelle. The pork bits were interesting in the other two pastas. The cacio e pepe was probably my next favorite and I didn't love the red sauce one because it was far too salty for my liking. The tiramisu was so yummy and different though, we legit thought it was cream only and weren't mad because it was so good and then we eventually found the lady fingers lol. Also the price is insanely good. For all of this split between 3 people it was 30 each.

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    How is the place Saturday mornings as soon as they open when it comes to wait times?

    What is the average wait time for a party of 4 on a Saturday at 7pm?

    We were there about a month ago (December) and after an hour of waiting, we gave up and ate next door at the Chinese place. 30 minutes into our meal is when a table opened up for us.

    What's the seating capacity at your restaurant? We'd like to show up at 6:30 for a party of four celebrating my wife 75th birthday. What are the chances of not waiting longer than 20 minutes for a table?

    Its smaller so I'd see about getting a reservation. Ive only been once so not sure if they take reservations. Good luck and I hope it makes an impression. Just so happens taking our daughter there today.

    What is the average wait time for party of 4 on a Friday around 6 pm?

    I would say 45min to 1.5hours

    Are the tasting menus available for solo diners?

    No, the tasting menu serves two people. If a solo diner would like the tasting menu, the diner would still need to pay for two.

    Where is parking?

    Street parking using the passport app or multilevel 60 min validated /discounted parking (entrance on the street in back of the strip mall). Two blocks south, on the same side of the street, there's free parking in back of the stores.

    Are you kosher?

    They serve pork in some dishes, also a clam pasta.

    Are they able to seat large parties (group of 14)?

    Based on how the tables are arranged, your group would be split up into multiple tables. I do not think it is conducive to a group that size.

    Is there a corkage fee? How much?

    $20

    How do you make reservations?

    They do not take reservations. It's first come first serve.

    Is the portion size too small?

    Its about right. Pasta is filling so not much is needed. I don't believe they are shareable sizes. If you are very hungry, pasta alone might not be enough.

    Any Vegan Options?

    Like 1 or 2. There are barely even any vegetarian options.

    Ate there vegetarian options?

    Ever heard of clicking on a web link that's quite apparently in their yelp profile? People have… Read more

    Hi. I am wondering does this location open everyday? I went there today w kids and is not open... so, will the Yelp showing the correct info? Sep 4. 2023

    Today was a holiday (Labor Day) so I'm assuming that's why they were closed cause normally they are open 7 days a week (according to Google)

    Do they take reservations?

    Nope

    Do they do Take out? The voicemail attached to this phone number says we are calling Studio city.

    Unfortunately, they don't do take out at this time. I was there last week & overheard them telling another customer this.

    Dogs allowed outside patio?

    Only service dogs allowed.

    Does the new Pasadena location have table seating or just bar seating?

    Both :)

    Do you take reservations?

    No first come first serve

    Is there a wait!!!?

    Not always depends on the time. It's worth the wait!

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    Sichuan Street Food - stir fried celtuce

    Sichuan Street Food

    4.5(101 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    I've been coming here at least once a week for the past five months, and this place continues to…read moreimpress every single time. The service is consistently great... attentive, efficient, and genuinely welcoming. Fair warning for anyone new to Sichuan cuisine, the dominant flavor is "spicy". That said, the dishes are not just about heat... they're layered, aromatic, and incredibly well-balanced. Every dish I've tried has been outstanding, both in flavor and presentation. If you're a fan of bold, authentic flavors and reliable service, this spot is definitely worth visiting. Tip - If you're new to the cuisine, I strongly recommend getting everything MILD spicy. I've been told by some of my colleagues that MILD spicy is still pretty spicy, so be warned. With that said, strongly recommend the dishes below. Lamb with Cumin 11/10 - My favorite dish here by far. Aromatic, flavorful, and the spices are just on point. Dan Dan Noodles 9/10 - Solid and consistently good. The sauce is properly seasoned and truly compliments the perfectly cooked noodles. Shredded Cabbage with Pork 9/10 - Not to be confused with twice cooked pork. This dish is so simple and bland looking, but it's packed with flavor... so good! Garlic Pork Belly 8/10 - This is a cold dish. The meat was perfectly cooked and properly coated in chili oil. Solid and consistently good. Kung Pao Chicken 8/10 - In my opinion, it's an elevated Kung Pao Chicken. Solid and consistently good.

    This place is crazy good. When you think of Szechuan food you're probably thinking SPICE, but you…read morecan adjust the heat of most of the dishes here so you're not frying your tongue off. It can get really busy, though, so expect to wait or just call in your order and take your food to go. I recommend the soy sauce tofu with beef dish. It's fire. Massive W. Gen Z words. Good.

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    Ramen Tatsunoya - Jun ramen with egg. Tatsunoya's original mild tonkotsu(pork
 ) broth

    Ramen Tatsunoya

    4.1(1.8k reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    There's the best ramen, there's my favorite ramen, and the crossroads where those meet is at…read moreTatsunoya. I've been going here for years and found they have perfect balance of depth of flavor and consistency of it. Amazing food + Attentive service + jazz playing overhead = Great time and chill vibes. Here's what I recommend: Appetizers: Tatsunoya roll ($9.50): Best app in the biz. Seasoned rice, chashu, avocado topped with kewpie and seaweed. Teriyaki chicken wings ($9): Juicy, crispy with a deep sweet-salty soy flavor. Honestly the best chicken wings I've ever had. Asian Tortilla Chips ($5.50): Crispy wonton wrappers with a kimchi-mayo-chashu dip, loved it. Ramen: Jun Tonkotsu ($15.80): The classic. Perfectly balanced as all ramen should be Koku Tonkotsu ($16.80): The my go-to. Garlicky, rich umami and bold fatty flavor.

    Ramen Tatsunoya has a really great energy to it. Every time I pass by there's a line outside, so I…read morewas excited to finally try it. I ordered the Koku Extra Chashu, which was the chef recommended ramen, and while it was solid, I personally found it a little lacking in flavor compared to some other ramen spots I've been to. That said, the service was amazing. I did pickup during a really busy rush and they took care of me right away. The space itself looked lively, active, and welcoming, which made me want to come back and actually sit down and dine in next time. I'd definitely give it another shot and try a few other dishes because the atmosphere and service alone made a strong impression.

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    dan modern chinese - Inside of Pork & Dungeness Crab Xiao Long Bao ($9.76)

    dan modern chinese

    4.1(878 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    First of all, the restaurant is located very conveniently in a little plaza at the corner of…read moreCordova and Lake in Pasadena. I like coming here because it is not usually very crowded, and it is possible that it's because the pricing of the food is usually on the higher end. That being said, the food is reasonably good. The seaweed tofu salad has a nice kick to it. The black pepper beef was cooked well and the seasoning was not overwhelming. The crab fried rice tasted good, but the flavor of the crab was not as prominent. The dumpling was solid, but certainly overpriced for five pieces. The Dan Mein with chicken was a solid dish, but probably could get similar dish at the Chinese restaurant in San Gabriel Valley. Parking is easy, on the street or in the parking lot behind the restaurant. You can also park in the parking lot behind the Jamba Juice, which is located south of the Cordova Street. The servers were excellent, very attentive, extremely friendly, and definitely helpful. Would definitely come back, but knowing that it is on the expensive side. For seven dishes, pretty standard ones, it was approximately $150 after including tax and tip. The ambience was definitely immaculate, very clean restaurant, and the food was pretty solid.

    Food was bomb. Mapu tofu with pork is spicy, but a good spicy, we didn't have to add any additional…read morespice to it. Service was friendly. Dan Dan noodles were too mushy for me and it was mainly because of the peanut sauce. I thought the sauce was too dense. The black pepper beef was tender and super flavorful. Restroom score 6/10 - could use more TLC. I would take a dump in there if I had to. I would recommend but for small groups. The space is charming and small - not good for large parties IMO.

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    Mama Lu’s Dumpling House - spicy wontons pork & shrimp(10)

    Mama Lu’s Dumpling House

    3.8(410 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    I love Mama Lu's so much. It's my go-to comfort spot. I came here with my friends who live in the…read morearea and I've never been to the Pasadena location before. We ordered some of my favorites: -Crispy pan fried noodles with seafood -Beef Chow fun -yang chow fried rice -seaweed fish -ha gow -sauteed green beans You can never go wrong with the crispy fried noodles. They're so flavorful and crispy at the same time. and it comes with so much seafood and bok choy so you're getting your veggies in. The beef chow fun was addicting I couldn't stop eating the noodles. The flavor was just too good. I also was very surprised at their yang chow fried rice. The pork meat was so good and the rice was perfectly cooked. If you haven't tried the seaweed fish it's a very unique dish I recommend if you like fried fish, this is a very tasty fish. It's green but it tastes so good. I love ha gow, you can never go wrong with a shrimp ball steamed in rice paper. And always gotta get the green beans in for that veggie dish. The green beans are flavorful and crunchy in the right places. I had a really great time. It's honestly really fun to come here with a big group of people to enjoy a really delicious family style Chinese meal. They also give free peanuts for appetizer and serve jasmine hot tea which gave me so much energy for my dinner! The service here is also really nice the waiters and waitressses are so friendly and helpful. You can always get a refill on your waters and tea. There are also a selection of drinks to choose from. I'm on a no sugar diet because I've been having too much sugar lately or else i would have ordered more! ALSO park across the street! There is a lot for $1 for 2 hours and addition $2 for another hour I think. I ended up only paying $3 for 2 hours and 15 min. Had too much fun at my dinner.

    Had Mama Lu's Pasadena recently for delivery on a Friday night and it was just ok. I've had Mama…read moreLu's at the original location several times in the past, before their expansion and it was always good. This wasnt that. Again, this was for delivery... On Friday night, after a long work week. We ordered beef udon with xo sauce ($19.75), salt & pepper chicken wings ($18.75), honey garlic pork chop ($19.75) and beef wrap (roll?) $15.50. The beef udon had a bit of spice that was a little too much for me. The noodles itself had a good chew to them. The beef had good flavor but the dish was a little too spicy for me overall. The salt & pepper chicken wings lacked flavor and was heavily battered. Not that much chopped up chilis & green onion with it. The honey garlic pork chop just wasnt for me. You see it and it looks like salt & pepper pork chop but its not. The sweetness threw me off. Just some fried garlic thrown on top... Not a fan of this dish. The beef rolls, as i know them, from the original location looked like a 'lite" version of what I've come to expect and have had from Mama Lu's. There was not as much meat as typical, not as much cilantro which was fine by me but also some of the rolls didnt have the hoisin sauce. That's what gives it the finishing flavor... There was also none given on the side. Bummed cause I was craving it. Just disappointing. Maybe it would be better eaten there but like I said, I've had Mama Lu's before and this was far from the experience I was used to having. Didnt order the XLB cause this was for delivery and we'd rather not sacrifice the quality.

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    LAN Noodle - Thicc wide flat noodle in signature LAN Noodle

    LAN Noodle

    4.2(924 reviews)
    6.3 mi
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    Drinks: -Mango smoothie $5.5…read more-Diet Coke Appertizers: -Chinese burger beef $7.99 -smashed cucumber $5 -beef tendon $7 -pig ear $13 -scallion oil chicken $13 -braised pig feet $13 Entrees: -beef chow mein $17 -sweet and sour chicken with rice $10 -xiao long bao $14 -shrimp fried rice $15 -Lan noodle $16 -dried mixed with beef $17 If noodles had a personality, Lan Noodle would be that overachiever who makes everything from scratch just to show off. You walk in thinking, "I'll just grab a quick bowl," and suddenly there's a noodle master stretching dough like he's training for the Olympics. Their Lanzhou-style noodles? Fresh, chewy, and honestly a little too good--they'll ruin instant ramen for you forever. The Lan noodle soup is so rich and savory. The died mixed noodle feels like a warm hug... if hugs came with chili oil and a kick that sneaks up on you. It's a small, busy spot, so yeah, you might wait--but don't worry, the line moves fast. Plus, it gives you time to emotionally prepare for choosing your noodle shape. Thin? Wide? Triangle? This is not a decision to take lightly. One wrong move and you'll be thinking about it halfway through your bowl like, "I should've gone wider."

    I like how they have expanded their menu with additional options other than simply noodle options…read more We tried their pork pan fried dumplings (3/5) since the skin was overpoweringly thick, but the filling was decent. They have a small and large sweet and sour chicken rice plate. I had gotten the small size just to try it out, but it was surprisingly good (5/5). The pork sandwich bun was decent (4/5) since the beef was tasty but the sandwich bun could be better. We also had the traditional beef noodle soups with either the wide flat and triangle ones. You can't go wrong with these freshly made pulled noodles, and they are very hearty portions. Flavor is good and the beef is very tender. The smashed cucumbers were decent also (4/5), but nothing spectacular about them. Service is very quick, attentive and pleasant. This is a good go to spot for a quick meal. The dining room doesn't seat a lot of people so try not to come during busy dining hours on weekends to avoid a long wait.

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    LAN Noodle - Chives leaves flat noodle

    Chives leaves flat noodle

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    Lan noodle thin round

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    UOVO | Pasadena - italian - Updated May 2026

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