Best Lunch Restaurants in El Sereno

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DowntownEast LAHollywoodPasadenaSan Fernando Valley / ValenciaSan Gabriel Valley

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AlhambraArcadiaArts DistrictAtwater VillageCommerceDowney / Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs

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1. Mi Piace

4.4

Awesome(4110)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 55 times today

We are open and happy to serve the community during this time. 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 The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena restaurant

2. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(1381)

££££Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 28 times today

The Terrace serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, featuring a California bistro-style menu comprised of the freshest seasonal and sustainable ingredients.

A photo of The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room restaurant

3. The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room

4.7

Exceptional(1379)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • South Pasadena

Booked 139 times today

Rose Garden Tea Room is set within the historic Rose Garden, the Tea Room offers an elegant and memorable experience inspired by the tradition of English tea service with a distinctive California twist.Any party with more than 6 guests MUST call to make their reservation or email tearoom@huntington.org. Please do not divide your party into multiple reservations, as each Open Table reservation will be treated as individual and will not guarantee adjacent tables. Please note that visiting the Rose Garden Tea Room requires purchasing admission to The Huntington. When planning to visit the Tea Room, please purchase a separate ticket to The Huntington for the same day as your Tea Room reservation. Tickets are available at huntington.org

A photo of True Food Kitchen - Pasadena restaurant

4. True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(3207)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Pasadena

Booked 68 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Pasadena for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

5. Bar Chelou

4.8

Exceptional(472)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Pasadena

Bar Chelou is a neo-bistro that is both a distillation of Chef Doug Rankin's broad gastronomic interests and a deeply personal expression of his individualistic style. 'Chelou' (French slang for ‘strange’ or ‘unexpected’) is both the name and unifying theme of the restaurant, which draws from a range of culinary traditions and service styles to create something personal, novel, and fun. The restaurant is located within the Pasadena Playhouse complex. If you plan to visit the Playhouse after dinner, please book a 5:30p reservation to ensure ample timing for your dinner. We also offer concession cocktails before a showing and during intermission. NEED TO KNOWWine corkage is $30 per 750ml bottle with no limit; we do not offer corkage for wines featured on our wine list. Ample parking is available on surrounding streets and at several paid lots within a one-block radius. Gift cards are available for purchase on our website.

6. Manuela

4.8

Exceptional(236)

££££Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 35 times today

Located in the Arts District of Los Angeles, Manuela unites chef, farmer and artist to create an authentic and original dining experience. Under the direction of Executive Chef Kris Tominaga, the menu celebrates seasonal ingredients sourced from the best farms and producers in Southern California.Serving a wide range of vegetables, grains, fish, and game, Manuela also features an exemplary bar program, which serves classic cocktails using house-made bitters and tonics. Local beers are on tap, while the carefully selected wine list is designed to pair with the smoke and acid at the heart of Manuela’s menu.Designed by Los Angeles native Matt Winter and named for Manuela Wirth, the restaurant is illuminated and animated by specially commissioned works from artists Paul McCarthy, Mark Bradford and Raymond Pettibon.

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7. Green Street Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2714)

££££Price: Moderate

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 24 times today

Green Street Restaurant is where Pasadenans go to enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner and it's been a Pasadena tradition since 1979. It is centrally located just off South Lake Avenue and is within walking distance of hotels, the convention center, the Pasadena Playhouse and popular shopping areas. Green Street has an eclectic menu featuring savory salads (the ever popular and addicting Dianne Salad is ordered over 2,000 times per week), tasty meats, fresh fish and creative sandwiches served on wonderful breads. Guests enjoy a full bar and interesting wines by the glass on a beautiful patio or in the airy interior. Take-out and full catering services are also available.

A photo of Fleming's Steakhouse - Pasadena restaurant

8. Fleming's Steakhouse - Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(1467)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 80 times today

Your Pasadena Fleming's is conveniently located on the corner of Marengo and Colorado Boulevard. Fleming's in Pasadena is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

9. Celestino

4.7

Exceptional(3604)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 34 times today

Celestino Ristorante in Pasadena is no longer a well-kept secret. The Drago Brothers continue to exceed expectations with the freshest seafood, finest homemade pastas, organic meats, and variety of desserts made on-site. Some of the favorites include; Florentine style T-bone, black and white ravioli filled with shrimp, branzino al sale, flown-in burrata and vanilla custard with an assortment of fresh berries. Come in and enjoy authentic regional and seasonal specialties complemented by an award-winning wine list. We offer dynamic Private Dining rooms, a full bar, garden patios, and the friendliest staff to make any meal or special event at Celestino Ristorante most memorable. We do not up charge for Private Dining room use, or special Wine Dinners. Open Monday through Sunday for dinner seven days a week. Lunch hours are Monday to Friday.

A photo of The Raymond Restaurant restaurant

10. The Raymond Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(3598)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 49 times today

Hello Friends,We look forward to welcoming you to The Raymond 1886. Please make reservations online or by calling the restaurant on 626-441-3136. If you have any special requests please note we will do our very best to accommodate however we cannot guarantee them. We have both outdoor seating in our wonderful patio spaces and indoor tables in the beautiful cottage and bar.Bar 1886 is open Sun-Thursday until 9pm and Friday - Saturday until 11pm. Walk-in welcome! Cheers,The Raymond 1886 Team

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From verified diners like you

R
Roberto
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our service was excellent, food was perfect and the dining experience was superb
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Mi PiacePrice: Expensive• Italian• Pasadena
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4.4
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Ben
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful, memorable dinner! Service was impeccable and the duck was a highlight.
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Bar ChelouPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Pasadena
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4.8
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Jenny
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our server, Yasmine, was absolutely phenomenal. My friend and I look forward to tea at the Huntington Library every time, but it was made significantly better having Yasmine. She was so attentive and personable; it felt like she was celebrating with us. The food was delicious! Some standouts were the Lamb sandwich, the cucumber, and the truffle mushroom (an accommodation for my friend’s shellfish allergy). We’ve tried many teas across LA, but the Huntington’s is #1.
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The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• South Pasadena
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4.7
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MarthaVIP
Los Angeles •28 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
It was good overall , the menu changed , I was looking forward to eating sea bass but it is no longer offered. Appetizers great , service great.
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True Food Kitchen - PasadenaPrice: Moderate• American• Pasadena
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4.6
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KennethVIP
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 Feb 2025
The staff are golden at this establishment. Thank you for a very pleasant experience as always. We are grateful to be treated like old friends.
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The Terrace at The Langham, PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7

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