The Raymond Restaurant

Name: The Raymond Restaurant
Address: 1250 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA, United States, 91105
Telephone: (626) 441-3136
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

3589 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

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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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Dessert, Californian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(626) 441-3136
Website
http://www.theraymond1886.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Adan Sanchez
Private party facilities
The Raymond restaurant offers an elegant setting for your special event. For all inquiries please fill out an event request form on our website at theraymond.com

Location
1250 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105
Area
Pasadena
Cross Street
S. Fair Oaks Ave. & Columbia St.
Parking details
The Raymond offers valet parking Friday through Sunday ($8). There is ample street parking on South Fair Oaks Avenue and a private parking lot adjacent to the restaurant when valet service is not being offered.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Christmas at The Raymond 1886
USD 135.00 per person
24 Dec 2024 only
Step into an amazing Christmas Eve experience at The Raymond 1886! Join us on December 24th for a special evening filled with festive delights and holiday spirit. Imagine being surrounded by the joyous melodies of carolers, setting the perfect Christmas mood from 2-8pm. Enjoy the magic of Christmas Eve with our thoughtfully crafted multi-course dinner, available from 2 PM to 8 PM. Priced at $135 per adult and $50 per child 10 and under, a wonderful celebration fit for the whole family. Let the carolers and our festive atmosphere make your Christmas Eve memorable!
New Year's Eve At The Raymond 1886
USD 145.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
Get ready for an unforgettable New Year's Eve at The Raymond 1886! We have created a one of a kind dining experience, featuring exquisite dishes and decadent drinks. Join us as we toast to new beginnings in an atmosphere of fun and style. Reserve your seat for an unforgettable night of culinary delights and festive ambiance in Pasadena. Cheers to a memorable New Year's Eve at The Raymond 1886.
25% off all wine bottles
Multiple dates available
Come in on Wednesday and order ANY bottle of wine (Yep, Opus too) and get 25% off the list price.

Offers

Happy Hour is BACK!
Multiple dates available
Tue - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm,Thu - Fri - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Join us Tuesday through Friday from 4-6pm for some wonderful food and exception cocktails. Oh and housemade sangria! Enjoy some time on our lovely patios or in the well appointed bar.

Popular dishes

Bread & ButterUSD 8.00
artisan baguette, house made sweet and savory butters
Harissa Marinated OlivesUSD 15.00
five olive blend, preserved lemon, bay laurel
Endive Salad 1992USD 16.00
endives, roquefort, candied walnuts, pickled shallot, campagne vinaigrette
ShishitosUSD 17.00
nuevo tonnato sauce, wild furikake crunch
Little GemUSD 18.00
heirloom tomatoes, easter radishes, pea tendrils, roasted pepitas, buttermilk dressing
Ahi PokeUSD 22.00
avocado, cherry tomato, green onion, sesame seeds, cilantro jalapeno crema, blue corn chips
Tempura MaitakeUSD 15.00
whole fried mushroom, lemon, calabrian chili aioli
Octopus TostaditasUSD 24.00
fried octopus, avocado, chipotle purée, tapioca pearls pickled fresnos, pickled shallots
Sweet Corn SoupUSD 12.00
cornbread croutons, basil essence, micro basil

Entrées

Sea Bass USD 38.00
roasted piquillo puree, lentils, mediterranean tomato-fennel salad
Day Boat ScallopsUSD 38.00
3 pan roasted jumbo scallops, sweet corn succotash, corn sprouts
Portobello MushroomUSD 28.00
watermelon radish, homemade cashew cream, mushroom demi
Mary's Chicken USD 32.00
potato puree, seasonal vegetables, champagne honey cipollini onions, jus
Filet of RibeyeUSD 42.00
8oz filet, broccolini, fingerling potatoes, duxelles bordelaise sauce
Steak FritesUSD 42.00
8o center cut kobe picanha, peppercorn sauce, french fries
Pasta BologneseUSD 32.00
beef and veal ragu, orecchietta pasta, roasted cherry tomato, aged parmesan

Sides

ElosteUSD 14.00
sweet corn, cotija cheese, cilantro, jalapeno, tajin
CauliniUSD 14.00
sprouting cauliflower, brown butter, caper-raisin salsa, pickled peppers
BroccoliniUSD 13.00
char-grilled, olive oil, lemon
Brussel SproutsUSD 14.00
flavors of caesar salad, garum emulsion, pangratatto, cotija cheese
Yukon Gold Mashed PotatoesUSD 12.00
yukon gold potatoes, cultured butter, chives
French FriesUSD 10.00
served with Raymond house made ketchup
Dynamite TotsUSD 12.00
crispy tater tots, ebi mayo sauce, eel sauce, sesame seeds

Desserts

Pear TartUSD 13.00
caramel sauce, chantilly
Crème BruleeUSD 13.00
vanilla custard, tahitian vanilla bean, homemade cookies
Pot de Cream USD 13.00
cinnamon sugar cigar, chantilly
Ice Cream or Sobet
seasonal flavors

What 3,589 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Pasadena
Great for brunch
Pasadena
Great for outdoor dining
Pasadena
Romantic
Pasadena
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Raymond Restaurant offers a charming dining experience with "excellent food and service." Known for its cozy ambiance reminiscent of an old home, it features creative dishes like scallops and short ribs. The outdoor patio is "beautiful," perfect for special occasions. While service can be inconsistent at times, positive experiences often highlight attentive staff and delicious cocktails.

3,589 Reviews

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Mary
VIP
Los Angeles
70 reviews
5.0
70 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We spent our third consecutive Christmas Eve at The Raymond having a wonderful Christmas Eve dinner with carolers dressed in period garb singing Christmas carols throughout the eating areas. Despite how busy the evening was, we felt relaxed, unrushed, and the ambiance the service were great, the food was excellent, and the ambiance exceptional. Love The Raymond for its charm and history. Always cozy and intimate.
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Stephanie
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food came out too fast, we felt rushed. We selected a bottle of wine which they were out of we selected a second bottle and again hey were out. Third bottle they had. They ran out of the vegetable side we ordered. The food was just Ok not wonderful as we had hoped and had had in the past. They were out of deserts but had 2 orders of a butter cake left which they gave us. When we went to the bar at 9pm for an after dinner cocktail, we were told after ordering cocktails that the bar had stopped serving at 8:45. Just not the experience we were hoping for or have had on past occasions.
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Steven
Los Angeles
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
I didn’t have a terrible experience, but it also wasn’t great. What was really disappointing was the food. It lacked flavor. It was very basic and bland. For the price I paid, I expected to be wowed and amazing but it was just okay. Very underwhelming.
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Jury
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Nice dinner and ambiance. Short rib, calamari and tiramisu - great combo.
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Daniela
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a nice brunch! We were seated out by the fireplace and it was perfect. Food was great, service was great, ambiance - so festive! Highlight of the season.
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Nick
VIP
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The craft cocktails were amazing. Food was tasty. A little loud, but such a cool place.
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Jesse
Central Coast
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The food and the ambience at the Raymond is always amazing. The service was good as well. The only thing that we are incredibly disappointed about was that when we made our reservation on OpenTable, we put in the notes some requests regarding it being our post-wedding dinner; inquiring if there was anything special that could be done or if there was a special seated area we could request. When we arrived, no one acknowledged or even knew that we were there for a special event or that we made some requests. Not even a dessert comped for the bride and groom with $1,000 bill. I would suggest if you have any special request to call the restaurant separately rather than relying on the note section on OpenTable. Also, don’t order the scallops. It was $45 for 3 very small scallops! I needed to order another 2 sides because I was still hungry.
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Cathy
VIP
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic waiter, who added to our dining experience so very much!!
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Katherine
VIP
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delish! We ate outside on the patio. Lovely and plenty of area heaters so we were not chilly at all. Come here! Get the garden omelette!
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Orlando
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Raymond Restaurant is the best. Very romantic.
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FAQs

The Raymond Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. The Raymond Restaurant also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (626) 441-3136.

The Raymond Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 3589 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

25 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1250 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
S. Fair Oaks Ave. & Columbia St.
Area
Pasadena
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Dessert, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
The Raymond offers valet parking Friday through Sunday ($8). There is ample street parking on South Fair Oaks Avenue and a private parking lot adjacent to the restaurant when valet service is not being offered.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Adan Sanchez
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theraymond1886.com/
Phone number
(626) 441-3136
Private party facilities
The Raymond restaurant offers an elegant setting for your special event. For all inquiries please fill out an event request form on our website at theraymond.com

The Raymond Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Christmas at The Raymond 1886

New Year's Eve At The Raymond 1886

25% off all wine bottles

Happy Hour is BACK!

Mary's Chicken

Sea Bass

Day Boat Scallops

Starters

Bread & ButterUSD 8.00

Harissa Marinated OlivesUSD 15.00

Endive Salad 1992USD 16.00

ShishitosUSD 17.00

Little GemUSD 18.00

Ahi PokeUSD 22.00

Tempura MaitakeUSD 15.00

Octopus TostaditasUSD 24.00

Sweet Corn SoupUSD 12.00

Entrées

Sea Bass USD 38.00

Day Boat ScallopsUSD 38.00

Portobello MushroomUSD 28.00

Mary's Chicken USD 32.00

Filet of RibeyeUSD 42.00

Steak FritesUSD 42.00

Pasta BologneseUSD 32.00

Sides

ElosteUSD 14.00

CauliniUSD 14.00

BroccoliniUSD 13.00

Brussel SproutsUSD 14.00

Yukon Gold Mashed PotatoesUSD 12.00

French FriesUSD 10.00

Dynamite TotsUSD 12.00

Desserts

Pear TartUSD 13.00

Crème BruleeUSD 13.00

Pot de Cream USD 13.00

Ice Cream or Sobet

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Raymond Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Raymond Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is The Raymond Restaurant currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information