Restaurants near Central Park

25 restaurants available nearby

1. Mi Piace

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 12 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'.

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2. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Pasadena, CA | Old Town

4.5

Awesome(1662)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Pasadena

Booked 31 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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3. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

4.7

Exceptional(185)

Price: Expensive

• American • Pasadena

Booked 9 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.

4. Gale's

4.7

Exceptional(3358)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 23 times today

Gale's Restaurant is a totally local Pasadena spot for delicious Northern Italian fare, tucked away from the tourist chains in Old Town. Couples, families and friends that seem to have just finished a day outdoors snuggle among the brick walls and small marble tables, drinking cocktails and wine from elegant Brighton goblets. Start off with Bruschetta, Burrata Salad or Gale's Simple Salad and then move on to the country-style Tuscan steak or one of the house made ravioli specials. For dessert, don't miss the Tiramisu or Gale's iconic Coconut Cake. The wine list is a favorite among the guests for it's variety and excellent value.

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5. Buca di Beppo - Pasadena

4.2

Awesome(941)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 9 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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6. Craft by Smoke and Fire - Pasadena

4.2

Awesome(647)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Pasadena

Booked 6 times today

At Craft by Smoke and Fire, we see ourselves as more than a restaurant; our mission is to be a cornerstone in the community. A place where you can find great food made by great people. Craft by Smoke and Fire offers an emotional souvenir in every dish. Craft dishes, Craft cocktails and great entertainment. We don't just feed the body; we focus on the soul. Please note to serve more families in our community, every party has one hour and a half to dine at the table. Thank you again for choosing Craft by Smoke and Fire Pasadena

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7. All India Cafe - Pasadena

4.2

Awesome(55)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Pasadena

Booked 1 time 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.

8. No Comment

4.3

Awesome(102)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Pasadena

A fusion of Mediterranean & Japanese Flare, Chef Edgar Ramos, has adapted the technique of joining these two culinary forces. Bringing forth innovative flavor combinations and unique menu offerings, such as the delectable Wagyu A5 Bites, topped with Sturgeon Caviar, Citrus Soy, Robatayaki Skewers, and our melt in your mouth 41 Day Dry-Aged Tomahawk. Hand crafted cocktails, decadent show stopping desserts, and live entertainment Thursday - Saturday nights, No Comment is Pasadena's newest and hottest resident.

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9. Sushi Enya - Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(84)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Pasadena

Sushi Enya is a Japanese sushi restaurant that first opened in the heart of Little Tokyo in Downtown, LA. After five years of perseverance and experimentation in Downtown, LA, we opened our second location in beautiful Old Town Pasadena. Our third location, which opened in 2018, is located in the beach city of Marina Del Rey. Our owner Chef Kimiyasu Enya trained for over 10 years in Japan to perfect his craft. It is our goal to ensure that quality remains consistent and every experience is enjoyable for all guests.

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10. LavShash Kebab Restaurant

3.6

Very Good(2)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Pasadena

LavShash Kebab Restaurant is your go-to destination for exquisite Mediterranean cuisine in Pasadena, CA. Our restaurant is dedicated to providing customers with a unique dining experience, with our focus on traditional flavors and carefully crafted dishes. We take pride in our reputation for quality food and great serviceAt LavShash Kebab Restaurant, we use only the freshest ingredients and spices to create our mouth-watering dishes. Our meat is carefully grilled to perfection, and our salads feature high-quality produce for optimal freshness. We take pride in our ability to create a diverse and flavorful menu that appeals to a wide range of tastes and palates.We believe that dining should be an enjoyable experience for all of our customers, and we work hard to make sure that every visit to our kebab restaurant is a positive one. Our team is dedicated to providing the highest level of customer service possible and ensuring that all of your needs are met while you dine with us.

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EricVIP
Los Angeles •17 reviews
5.0
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An institution, the best. Always generous and better than it needs to be.
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Mi PiacePrice: Expensive• Italian• Pasadena
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4.5
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Mike
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We enjoyed both the outstanding food selections and tastes plus the dining experience. It was an great date night for us!
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Gale'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Pasadena
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Paula
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 Jan 2025
Food was delicious. We waited a little longer for refills than we would have preferred.
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Buca di Beppo - PasadenaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Pasadena
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Gloria
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 Jan 2025
My husband, I have such a wonderful experience when we are there , we brought my sister in law for the second time she is from Mexico she is on vacation so we brought her again she loves food there. Thank you for wonderful experience.👍
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Pasadena, CA | Old TownPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Pasadena
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4.5
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Stephen
Hawaii •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 Dec 2024
Excellent food and service. The Benny is the best and my wife really enjoyed the grits.
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Agnes Restaurant & CheeseryPrice: Expensive• American• Pasadena
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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Mi Piace

2. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Pasadena, CA | Old Town

3. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

4. Gale's

5. Buca di Beppo - Pasadena

6. Craft by Smoke and Fire - Pasadena

7. All India Cafe - Pasadena

8. No Comment

9. Sushi Enya - Pasadena

10. LavShash Kebab Restaurant

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