Best Family Style Restaurants in Highland Park

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DowntownHollywoodPasadenaSan Fernando Valley / ValenciaSan Gabriel ValleyWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

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ArcadiaArts DistrictAtwater VillageBeverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.BurbankDowntown

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A photo of Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery restaurant

1. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

4.6

Exceptional(193)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Pasadena

Booked 28 times today

Agnes Restaurant and Cheesery is a neighborhood oasis that showcases live-fire cooking with seasonal ingredients behind an adorable cheese shop that offers unique and thoughtfully curated artisan cheeses and renowned provisions. With our spaces for large parties, an open kitchen, darling outdoor patio, and a beautiful marketplace, Agnes offers many opportunities for celebrating a wide variety of occasions.The holidays are a wonderful time to discover Agnes with the Cheesery offering several stunning products worth sharing with all of your friends and family. From large format cheese, meat and crudité platters, tinned fish, delicious gifts, freshly baked treats, to our decadent Sides & Pies holiday offerings. Enjoy and relax during the holidays with Agnes catering your parties and family get-togethers. Founded by Chefs Thomas and Vanessa Tilaka Kalb, stop by while exploring the famous Gamble House, Rose Bowl, Castle Green, Huntington Library or strolling through Old Town Pasadena.

2. Loreto

4.8

Exceptional(278)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Atwater Village

Booked 43 times today

Bathed by the Pacific Ocean to the West and by the Mar de Cortés to the East, California’s Peninsula is layered with a rich history of cultures reinventing seafood with bold flavors. At our Barra de Peninsula we serve the best bounty that these Oceans have to offer, and we celebrate the people who make our coasts so delicious, from Uni and clam divers to the Concheros in Baja and much more.Please note: All credit card payments will incur a 3% processing fee. You may use cash or a debit card to avoid this charge. Thank you for your cooperation.

3. Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine

4.5

Awesome(225)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Pasadena

Booked 31 times today

As an award winning restaurant group, Star Leaf creates a fine dining experience that combines ingredients and spices that will teleport guests across the Pacific to a tropical paradise. Founded in 2011, Star Leaf Pasadena is our first US-location in the beloved Playhouse Village. Every dish is prepared with passion and respect for the traditions that shaped Asian cuisine. The culinary team selects the freshest ingredients, ensuring each bite is a celebration of flavor and culture, while instilling innovative modern touches.

4. Celestino

4.7

Exceptional(3605)

$$$$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.

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5. Pez Coastal Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(66)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pasadena

Booked 17 times today

Executive Chef & Proprietor Bret Thompson, with a rich culinary background spanning prestigious establishments in the U.S. and abroad, brings his expertise to Pez Coastal Kitchen. Joined by his wife Lucy Thompson-Ramirez, they have left an indelible mark on the Los Angeles dining scene with their previous ventures, including the beloved Pez Cantina and LA Burrito Co. in Montebello, but at Pez Coastal Kitchen,Chef Bret’s focus shifts to innovative techniques such as curing, smoking, and specialized dry-aging of seafood which will be a distinctive feature.The menu at Pez Coastal Kitchen reflects our culinary team's commitment to excellence, offering a tantalizing array of appetizers, chilled seafood, crudos, family-style entrees, exceptional sides, and innovative desserts. From Chilled Beets with hazelnuts to Whole Fried Fish and decadent desserts like Warm Chocolate Butterscotch Peanut Butter Cake, each dish is crafted with precision and creativity.

6. Momed

4.7

Exceptional(1685)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Silver Lake

Booked 24 times today

Welcome to Momed, (pronounced mo-med.) short for Modern Mediterranean, is homage to the kitchens of the eastern Mediterranean and North Africa. Since 2010, Momed has introduced Los Angeles a fresh and sophisticated interpretation of a cuisine based on the centuries-old tradition of seasonal and farm to table dining. Momed has become a sought-after destination for those looking to explore the rich and diverse flavors of the Mediterranean region. The menu reflects a fusion of authentic flavors and innovative culinary techniques, resulting in a delightful blend of old-world charm and contemporary sophistication.

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7. Bourbon Steak Los Angeles

4.7

Exceptional(1562)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Glendale

Booked 8 times today

Located in Glendale, Bourbon Steak - Los Angeles is Chef Michael Mina’s modern, American steakhouse offering a timeless dining experience. At once classic and contemporary, the restaurant accomplishes all the traditions expected from a steakhouse with a flair of excitement. Bourbon Steak features a Piano Bar buzz with newfound libations. The glamorous dining room boasts tableside services. Menu highlights include Michael Mina's signature Lobster Pot Pie, as well as hickory wood grilled steaks and seafood. Visit our other Bourbon Steak locations in Miami, Orange County, Seattle, Scottsdale, Nashville and Washington DC.

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8. Buca di Beppo - Pasadena

4.2

Awesome(934)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 12 times today

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. Carousel Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(600)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Glendale

Booked 9 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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10. Henry Parson's Project

4.8

Exceptional(221)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Pasadena

Pasadena's premier pop up. At Henry Parsons Project you will find a diverse and often changing menu of comforting food, focused on locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. We lean a bit Southern, sprinkle in global influences, and serve in a warm and welcoming space. Follow us on Instagram and visit our website for the next Project open dates.We look forward to feeding you soon!Cajun Signature Dishes Include: Parsons Shrimp & Grits, Crawfish Etouffee, Gumbo, and BiscuitsLocated just south of Old Town Pasadena on Arroyo Parkway with a large parking lot in front.OUTDOOR VERANDA & INDOOR DINING: (When open) Fridays & Saturdays 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Sundays 5:30pm - 9:00pm

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Rudy
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing food and service!!! The Lamb Chops were the best I’ve had in a while!!!
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Star Leaf - Asian CuisinePrice: Expensive• Asian• Pasadena
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4.5
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Joe
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We've been to a few spots in the area for Valentine's Day now and this was by far the best. Our server knocked it out of the park, the filet mignon was melt-in-your-mouth good, and the affogato she got made me jealous, which is saying something because the tiramisu I had was perfect. We both left happy.
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CelestinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Pasadena
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4.7
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KyleVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I will come back again and again and again for that branzino. It’s next level, like death row meal status. The drinks are good, but definitely heavy on the mezcal (and pre-made so no substituting). The service was great - we sat at the ceviche bar, so it was really fun to watch the chefs do their thing. The yellowtail and toro sashimis were so fresh and light, and the Magdalena had perfectly balanced flavors. Vibes were immaculate too. Can’t wait to go back!
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LoretoPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Atwater Village
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4.8
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Saul
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
love agnes as always. took a little while to have our order taken and to get refills on our drinks but it was a busy night
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Agnes Restaurant & CheeseryPrice: Expensive• American• Pasadena
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4.6
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Chris
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Jan 2025
Staff was awesome! Food was amazing, and we will definitely add this place to our monthly rotation. Love the design and ambiance.
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Pez Coastal KitchenPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Pasadena
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4.6

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