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1. Casa Cordoba - Montrose
4.7
Exceptional(504)
Price: Moderate
• Spanish • Montrose
Booked 15 times today
Casa Cordoba was established 2013 to deliver a truly authentic Spanish dining experience. Located in a classic Spanish building in the heart of beautiful Montrose, Casa Cordoba presents a truly immersive experience where Angelenos can step out of the hustle and bustle of their daily lives and experience a Taste of Spain.You can experience Casa in our magical garden, dining room, or wine bar. We offer authentic Spanish cuisine including an extensive tapas menu, specialty paellas, and much more to go along with our hand selected wine list representing various regions of Spain.
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2. Mi Piace
4.5
Awesome(4050)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Pasadena
Booked 43 times today
With over 30 years serving up crave worthy food, craft coktails, extensive wine lists and personalized service, we invite you to come dine on our newly renovated patio, bustling main dining rooms, sleek lounge or order our takeout. In Italian, Mi Piace means - I like it; and the Mi Piace Team will make sure you love it at this award-winning restaurant. Mi Piace is the perfect spot to enjoy an intimate dinner, lively lunch, or festive brunch. We take pride in our product and service provided and look forward to having you as our guest in what we call 'home'.
A photo of Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Pasadena, CA | Old Town restaurant
3. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Pasadena, CA | Old Town
4.4
Awesome(1646)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Pasadena
Booked 43 times today
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in Pasadena, CA, offers an authentic yakiniku dining experience, originating from Tokyo. Customers rave about the fresh and delicious meals, with high ratings for food, service, and ambience. It's a place where you can 'be the chef' and enjoy a variety of premium meats and other freshly prepared foods. Plus, it's the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand, adding to its authenticity!
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4. Divina Cucina Ristorante Italiano
4.7
Exceptional(134)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Glendale
Booked 12 times today
In a truly traditional style, Divina Cucina is a generations-old family-owned restaurant in California that keeps its traditions and customs alive by serving the richest and tastiest Italian dishes in the area. Upscale cuisine includes traditional Italian Antipasti, Homemade Pasta, Rissoto, and Pizza. For dessert, Divina Cucina offers flavors that will transport you directly to an Italian abode, with items such as spumoni ice cream, crème Brulee, and tiramisu.It's a small and cozy restaurant with a little patio.Our signature dishes are Cappellini Alla Checca, Vitello Alla Marsala, and Carpaccio de Salmon.The restaurant is located close to these landmarks: Descanso Gardens, Griffith Observatory, Huntington Library and Gardens, and DTLA.
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5. Carousel Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(585)
Price: Moderate
• Middle Eastern • Glendale
Booked 12 times today
From of our family to yours, Carousel is the premier Los Angeles area restaurant providing guests with the complete culinary experience when it comes to enjoying traditional middle eastern and Lebanese cuisine. In the Middle Eastern culture, meza (Lebanese term for appetizer) consists of a vast array of small sized, hot and cold dishes, great for sampling and sharing. At Carousel, our menu offers a selection of kebabs to seafood to an array of vegetarian items. We offer more than 60 meza items, ranging from familiar dishes, such as hummus, falafel and tabouleh to more traditional delicacies. Everything that we serve comes from original family recipes passed down through generations. With the supervision of our Chef de Cuisine and co-owner, Mrs. Rose Tcholakian, each dish that is served is sure to bestow the quality and freshness Carousel is well known for. For those unfamiliar to Lebanese food, a helpful service staff will guide you through what is sure to be a habit-forming journey.
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6. Sushi Roku - Pasadena
4.6
Exceptional(1212)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Pasadena
Booked 8 times today
Sushi Roku combines the finest, freshest fish from pristine waters around the globe with the kind of artistry that can only be provided by a mature sushi chef ensuring superlative traditional sushi, together with a splash of California innovation. Sushi Roku is a pioneer of contemporary sushi, incorporating diverse, non-traditional ingredients from Latin America (e.g. jalapeños) and Europe (e.g. olive oil) into its edible works of art. This unique culinary experience that bridges past and present is the result of an eagerness to embrace new ideas and a profound respect for tradition. Sushi Roku’s bold and diverse menu also offers an array of hot and cold specialty appetizers and an extensive selection of exotic entrées.
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7. El Cholo Cafe
4.0
Excellent(954)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Pasadena
Booked 5 times today
El Cholo Cafe is authentic because it's been serving up classic Mexican dishes for 95 years. The menu features traditional dishes like Tostada Compuesta (1923) and Chile Colorado (1923), as well as more modern options showcasing different regions of Mexico. Plus, it's got a great selection of over 150 Tequilas and Margaritas. Reviewers often mention the authenticity of the food and the friendly, attentive service. One even noted the 'authentic-style chile rellenos made with poblano peppers'.
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8. Buca di Beppo - Pasadena
4.5
Awesome(927)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Pasadena
If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Pasadena, CA then come to Buca. Our Italian restaurant near Central Park and Castle Green, right off of Long Beach Freeway, serves authentic family style Italian food. From team celebrations to romantic dinners, we make all of our guests feel like family. Join us for all of you upcoming special occasions!
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9. Sakana Sushi & Grill
4.6
Exceptional(62)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • La Canada
Booked 3 times today
A great location in the quiet outskirts of La Cañada, Sakana Sushi Restaurant is the perfect spot to dine after a long day of work in Downtown LA, or the perfect place to enjoy amazing sake and sushi with the company of family and friends. Enjoy the succulent taste of the great Big Eye Tuna with one of our variations of tuna sashimi, or tuna rolls. Feast with our grilled Scottish salmon with vegetables and shrimp tempura. Take delight with a smoke albacore roll topped with jalapeño and of course, enjoy the time with a cold Sapporo. Every plate achieves that elusive, cuisine-defining balance of sweet, salty, and sour — even dessert.
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10. All India Cafe - Pasadena
4.2
Awesome(54)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Pasadena
Booked 4 times today
Located in Pasadena California, the All India Cafe features a variety of authentic dishes from all regions of India. For those who enjoy authentic Indian food, All India Cafe has taken the most popular dishes from each region and compiled them into one menu. It is the perfect experience for those who want to sample authentic food from different regions.Made with all natural ingredients and no artificial colors or preservatives, it offers only menu items that feature fresh herbs, spices and ingredients. The menu has gluten free and vegetarian options, helping ensure everyone can enjoy something special. The All India Cafe also offers the ability to order online for pickup.
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