Best Hot Spot Restaurants in South Pasadena

27 restaurants available nearby

1. Mi Piace

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 101 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'.

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2. Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events

4.5

Awesome(1203)

Price: Moderate

• American • Monterey Park

Booked 52 times today

Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events is a buzzing spot, as per reviews. With its stunning views and modernized interior, it's a hit for date nights or gatherings. The menu, featuring New American dishes with a Latin twist, receives rave reviews. The service is frequently praised as friendly and attentive. The bar, offering a range of specialty and craft cocktails, adds to the lively atmosphere. This spot is definitely a hot-spot in Monterey Park.

3. Bestia

4.8

Exceptional(8294)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 131 times today

A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

4. Bavel

4.8

Exceptional(4995)

Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Downtown

Booked 111 times today

A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

5. 71Above

4.6

Exceptional(5897)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 79 times today

71Above is a hot spot due to its stunning views, excellent service, and delicious food. Reviewers have consistently praised the restaurant for its 'exquisite' and 'modern American' cuisine, 'professional' and 'attentive' staff, and 'spectacular' ocean and city views. It's described as a 'unique' and 'fantastic' place that's perfect for 'special occasions' and 'feeling on top of the world'.

6. Perch LA

4.6

Exceptional(11834)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Downtown

Booked 273 times today

Check-in is at the 15th Floor Host Stand*Outdoor seating is not guaranteed. *Large Party Tables 7 to 12 Guests are Inside Only Tables*All walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with valid ID.*Table reservations are limited to 90 minutes for parties of 2*Our dress code is Upscale Casual preferred.Proper attire is required. Presentable shirts, jeans or shorts are acceptable.The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 7 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.

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7. LA Prime at The Westin Bonaventure Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(2931)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 28 times today

Best New York style steakhouse in Downtown LA with a magnificent view of Los Angeles. We only serve prime beef and freshest seafood. Featuring our top selling signature entrées -- 24 oz. Bone-in Delmonico Ribeye, prime steak, cook to perfection and Maine Lobster Three-Pound, poached or thermidor. Our 90 points-plus wine from the list offers you super premium wine by the glass.

8. Spire73

4.6

Exceptional(2236)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 51 times today

Enjoy breathtaking sunset views and a sparkling Los Angele from the tallest open-air bar & restaurant in the western hemisphere. We value your business and want to keep you informed as our reservation cancellation policy has changed. In an effort to accommodate all parties and occasions, no-shows or cancellations less than 24 hours will be subject to a charge of $20 per person. On Friday's and Saturday's we have a food and beverage minimum of $40 per person at the bar and $60 per person for table seating.Thank you in advance for understanding of our new policy change. We are excited to welcome you to Spire 73, the tallest open-air bar in the western hemisphere!CHANGE & CANCELLATION POLICIES: TEXT MESSAGE ONLY +1 (323) 369-1381 or email (info@spire73.com)

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9. Redbird - Los Angeles

4.7

Exceptional(3092)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 51 times today

Located in downtown Los Angeles, Redbird is carved into one of the city’s most historic edifices, inside the rectory building of Vibiana – a premier wedding, events and performing arts venue. Chef | Owner Neal Fraser and Owner | Operator Amy Knoll have crafted a beautifully dynamic restaurant space within which to enjoy Chef Fraser's critically acclaimed Modern American menu. Wine Director Christopher Dugan’s wine list is well-rounded with great finds from both established and emerging regions throughout the world. Bar Director Tobin Shea's cocktail offerings feature well-balanced, bespoke renditions of the classics, as well as inventive and inspired originals. Indoor and outdoor seating options are available for brunch, happy hour + dinner.The Main Dining Room offers open air dining under our retractable roof with views of the Vibiana bell tower and the upper balconies of the rectory building. The Lounge offers dining tables along the banquette and windows overlooking 2nd St.

10. Mrs. Fish

4.5

Awesome(1681)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 45 times today

A truly unique dining and cocktail experience nestled below the main level of the historic Pershing Square Building, in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Mrs. Fish is a subterranean Japanese restaurant lounge providing the perfect gathering place for after-work libations, pre-theater bites or full dining experiences. *Walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with ID*Valet Parking is offered Tuesday – Saturday for $13.00 Cash, $14 Credit Card. *Our Dress Code is Upscale Casual preferred. Presentable shirts, jeans, or shorts are acceptable.*We advise guests to arrive at the time of reservation to Check-in for table. We have a 15 minute grace period if guests are running late. The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 6 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.

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BellaVIP
Vancouver / British Columbia •45 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
After so many years since our last visit, it was wonderful to find the food hasn't changed and is still fabulous! My teen son even asked for a salad dressing recipe! It is a busy and energetic restaurant and we will be back when next in LA.
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BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.8
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Nick
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Filet mignon is always perfect, fries and creamed spinach w a wedge salad to start is a tasty go to. Finish it w coffee and bread pudding. There’s about a hundred combos I love. Lobster thermidor and sand dabs crush as a main course as well.
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Musso & Frank GrillPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Hollywood
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4.8
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Brian
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall amazing meal. Service was top notch. Food was inspiring and different. The sauces were fantastic. Best meal I’ve had in a long time and we’ve had some good meals. A little loud in the restaurant so it was nice to sit outside.
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BavelPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Downtown
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4.8
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MARK
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Outstanding Christmas Brunch! The food and service was impeccable. Our waiter Lee was excellent in every way possible! His kindness and efficiency help make this an extraordinary dining experience for my family and for that I'm grateful!
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Luminarias Restaurant & Special EventsPrice: Moderate• American• Monterey Park
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4.5
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Silvia
Las Vegas •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food delicious as usual, ambience perfect for Christmas Eve, felt like NY vibes busy lively full house with families!! Perfect way to spend Christmas Eve with the family and the service is great 👍 🎄🤩👌🥂
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Mi PiacePrice: Expensive• Italian• Pasadena
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4.5

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27 restaurants available nearby

1. Mi Piace

2. Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events

3. Bestia

4. Bavel

5. 71Above

6. Perch LA

7. LA Prime at The Westin Bonaventure Hotel

8. Spire73

9. Redbird - Los Angeles

10. Mrs. Fish

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