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1. Celestino
4.7
Exceptional(3605)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Pasadena
Booked 31 times today
Celestino is a genuine Italian restaurant as evidenced by its fresh, homemade pastas and variety of authentic Italian dishes. Customers rave about its authentic food, with one reviewer stating 'the food here is always excellent' and another calling it 'fantastic authentic Italian cuisine'. The consistent high-quality service and food also add to its authenticity, making Celestino a true gem for Italian food lovers.
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2. Manuela
4.8
Exceptional(236)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Downtown
Booked 36 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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3. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena
4.7
Exceptional(2047)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • South Pasadena
Booked 26 times today
Since 1946, Gus’s has been serving the good folks of South Pasadena (and beyond!) true Southern hospitality and some of the best real pit BBQ around. Housed on historic Route 66, Gus’s is a tribute to Southern life, where family, tradition and celebration are of the utmost importance. A menu filled with traditional Southern cooking and authentic, wood-smoked BBQ is complemented by an impressive range of whiskies, wines, cocktails and local craft beers. Today, Gus’s is a space for a warm welcome, a cold mint julep, and a big plate of the best flavors from the American South and Midwest. You’ll leave knowing exactly why Gus’s food has been hailed, “….so good that we found ourselves eating more than we’d imagined” by S. Irene Virbila, Los Angeles Times and was named one of the top 10 BBQ restaurants on the west coast by Sunset Magazine.
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4. Malbec - Pasadena
4.8
Exceptional(1899)
Price: Moderate
• Argentinean • Pasadena
Booked 26 times today
Please note, that our outdoor seating is first come first serve. If you have a reservation through OpenTable, you will be seated, however, please allow a few extra minutes to ensure that we can properly sanitize your table.Argentina is world famous for its cuisine. From homemade salads, pastas and fish to an abundant selection of our signature grilled meats, Malbec Argentinean Bistro brings you the best authentic cuisine prepared on our genuine Argentinean grill.For reservations of parties larger than 6, please reach out to the restaurant directly. We will require a credit card hold to secure large party reservations.
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5. Eigikutei
4.6
Exceptional(103)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Little Tokyo
Booked 5 times today
Eigikutei is a Japanese cuisine, sushi, and Shabu Shabu Kaiseki restaurant in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. We have a bar and offer high-end Japanese sake. Eigikutei serves Japanese Kaiseki cuisine courses. Each Kaiseki course expresses the traditional Japanese culture and simple but deep tastes that Japan has grown from time immemorial. We hope all of our guests can enjoy our Kaiseki cuisine with Japanese cultural experiences.**If you wish to select multiple courses, simply choose 'Standard' to reserve seats. We will take your orders at your table. Please do not select menu experiences.
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6. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Pasadena, CA | Old Town
4.5
Awesome(1657)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Pasadena
Booked 66 times today
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in Pasadena, CA, offers an authentic yakiniku dining experience, originating from Tokyo. Customers rave about the fresh and delicious meals, with high ratings for food, service, and ambience. It's a place where you can 'be the chef' and enjoy a variety of premium meats and other freshly prepared foods. Plus, it's the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand, adding to its authenticity!
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7. Aro Latin
4.1
Excellent(21)
Price: Moderate
• South American • South Pasadena
Booked 2 times today
Aro Latin is a contemporary restaurant that serves authentic Pan-Latin cuisine and curated handcrafted cocktails.
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8. Sushi Roku - Pasadena
4.6
Exceptional(1226)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Pasadena
Booked 10 times today
Sushi Roku combines the finest, freshest fish from pristine waters around the globe with the kind of artistry that can only be provided by a mature sushi chef ensuring superlative traditional sushi, together with a splash of California innovation. Sushi Roku is a pioneer of contemporary sushi, incorporating diverse, non-traditional ingredients from Latin America (e.g. jalapeños) and Europe (e.g. olive oil) into its edible works of art. This unique culinary experience that bridges past and present is the result of an eagerness to embrace new ideas and a profound respect for tradition. Sushi Roku’s bold and diverse menu also offers an array of hot and cold specialty appetizers and an extensive selection of exotic entrées.
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9. Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori & Men-Ya - Alhambra
4.8
Exceptional(20)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Alhambra
Booked 6 times today
Looking for delicious and authentic Japanese dishes? Look no further than Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori & Men-Ya Alhambra. Located in the heart of Alhambra, our menu features a wide variety of traditional Japanese dishes, including our famous yakitori. Made with fresh, high-quality ingredients and grilled over binchotan (oak) charcoal, our yakitori has a unique smoky flavor that is sure to please your taste buds. We also have a variety of other Japanese dishes, including udon, ramen, and various Japanese grilled dishes and sides. No matter what you're in the mood for, Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori & Men-Ya Alhambra is the perfect destination. Our warm and inviting atmosphere, combined with our friendly staff, will make you feel right at home. So come and join us for a casual meal with friends and family. We can't wait to serve you!
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10. PROPAGANDA
4.8
Exceptional(74)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Arts District
Booked 10 times today
Propaganda focuses on organic, biodynamic, Italian natural wines, aperitivi cocktails, Italian style Tapas and the authentic Pizza (Pinsa) Romana.Aperitivo Happy Hour everyday till 6pm and till 5pm on Sunday
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  • Andy
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had our first omakase here and it was very delicious experience. We order the Yawaragi crusine course. Our sushi chef was a lady name Mihoh I believed and she was very skilled and talented. Will definitely come back and try other crusine courses.
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    EigikuteiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Little Tokyo
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    4.6
  • Vincenzo
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We’ve been to Gus’s many many times in the vast for their BBQ, but this time we went for their breakfast menu and boy was it spectacular. There are no better pancakes at any breakfast spot anywhere! Their breakfast biscuits are amazing and so was their chicken fried steak. The service was outstanding as usual! We love Gus’s very much, what an excellent restaurant for Breakfast as well as Dinner!
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    Gus's BBQ - South PasadenaPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• South Pasadena
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    4.7
  • 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
  • Elizabeth
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I had a great time with my partner, she ordered the best food and I had the best meat I have ever tasted in my entire. So glad I made reservations for this place. Will definitely come back.
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    Malbec - PasadenaPrice: Moderate• Argentinean• Pasadena
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    4.8
  • OlgaVIP
    Los Angeles •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 9, 2025
    The food was delicious and service was excellent. Can’t wait to go back.
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    ManuelaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown
    •
    4.8

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