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Bar Chelou, Pasadena, CA

Bar Chelou

4.8
4.8
432 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary French

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 43 times today
  • Innovative
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
Bar Chelou is a neo-bistro that is both a distillation of Chef Doug Rankin's broad gastronomic interests and a deeply personal expression of his individualistic style.

'Chelou' (French slang for ‘strange’ or ‘unexpected’) is both the name and unifying theme of the restaurant, which draws from a range of culinary traditions and service styles to create something personal, novel, and fun.

The restaurant is located within the Pasadena Playhouse complex. If you plan to visit the Playhouse after dinner, please book a 5:30p reservation to ensure ample timing for your dinner. We also offer concession cocktails before a showing and during intermission.

NEED TO KNOW
Wine corkage is $30 per 750ml bottle with no limit; we do not offer corkage for wines featured on our wine list.

Ample parking is available on surrounding streets and at several paid lots within a one-block radius.

Gift cards are available for purchase on our website.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, European, Spanish
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (626) 808-4976
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    Pasadena
  • Cross Street
    Located next to the Pasadena Playhouse on El Molino Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 432 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pasadena

    Best Overall

  • Pasadena

    Best Food

  • Pasadena

    Innovative

  • Pasadena

    Romantic

  • Pasadena

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Chelou offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food," a "vibrant ambiance," and "impeccable service." The creative menu features standout dishes like crispy potatoes and duck leg, perfect for sharing. While the noise level can be high, the restaurant's location next to the Pasadena Playhouse makes it an ideal spot for pre-theatre dining.

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FAQs

Bar Chelou is rated 4.8 stars by 432 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 43 times today
Google Map for Bar Chelou

37 S El Molino Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101-5220

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located next to the Pasadena Playhouse on El Molino Ave.
  • Neighbourhood
    Pasadena
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, European, Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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