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.
Additional information
Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Farm-to-table, Meat
Hours of Operation
Brunch
Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Dinner
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Happy Hour
Tue–Fri 4:30 pm–6:30 pm
Elevate your event with Pez Coastal Kitchen’s catering! Our expertly crafted menus, fresh ingredients, and exceptional service ensure a memorable dining experience. From elegant dinners to lively parties, we tailor our offerings to your needs. Contact us at catering@pezpasadena.com for unforgettable cuisine!
Private party facilities
Experience elegance in our private room, perfect for intimate dinners or stylish cocktail parties. With plush seating, ambient lighting, and customizable layouts, it’s ideal for any event. For more details or to book, contact us at catering@pezpasadena.com. Let us make your gathering unforgettable!
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Weekend Brunch, Wine
Experiences
New Years Eve Dinner
US$95.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Prefix and a la carte menus available
Celebrate the New Year in style at Pez Coastal Kitchen! Join us for an unforgettable New Year's Eve dinner featuring a specially curated menu of fresh, coastal-inspired dishes. Whether you're enjoying an intimate meal with loved ones or celebrating with friends, our festive atmosphere and exceptional service promise to make this evening one to remember. Reserve your table today and ring in the new year with delicious food and great company!
Menu
Tuesday - Friday 4:30 P.M - 6:30 P.M
Pez Bites
Oysters & Bubbles - 3 daily oysters, apple chive mignonette, and a glass of house bubbly or draft beerUS$19.00
Pez Caesar - romaine, baby kale, pepitas, nori crisp, white anchoviesUS$13.00
Drinks
Highballs US$12.00
Lowballs US$12.00
Monthly Curated LibationsUS$12.00
Eclectic WineUS$10.00
Rotating DraftsUS$6.00
What 53 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
4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Pasadena
Innovative
Pasadena
Good for special occasions
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pez Coastal Kitchen offers an extraordinary dining experience with a "beautiful and light" setting and "fantastic" service. Patrons rave about its fresh, flavorful seafood, especially the "delicious" red snapper and scallops. Its unique cocktails and wine selection enhance the experience, complemented by "creative" food presentations. Perfect for special occasions or a memorable night out.
53 Reviews
C
Christopher
London
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 2
Food 4
Service 2
Ambience 3
Understaffed. Appetizers took 30 mins to arrive and luke warm. Seems like it was sitting waiting off for staff to deliver. Entrees were hot and tasty, but no one replenished our cutlery. So we had hot entrees waiting for forks and knives. Seems to only have 2-3 waitstaff for such a large restaurant. Staff tries hard but if you are understaffed, service really suffers. I am a bit disappointed because last time I was here, service was quick and efficient. Maybe will return on a slow night.
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Dale
Los Angeles
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
Unexpectedly fine discovery. Foods were excellent, visually pleasing as well as the taste. Large portions truly sharing dishes. Service and the servers were excellent and pleasant. Will definitely come back. Thanks for the fining dining experience.
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Joey
VIP
Los Angeles
49 reviews
5.0
49 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This was our second time there and both experiences were exceptional. First, it’s one of the few restaurants I’ve been to lately that you can carry on a conversation in normal tones. The acoustics are great. On top of that, the overall atmosphere is warm and cozy.
The food was outstanding! We had pork schnitzel, baby backs, sea bass and cioppino. All were delicious. The drinks are creative and generous.
Lastly, the service was perfect. Madison was pleasant, professional and her timing was spot on. Special mention to Chris, the Manager, who stopped by to make sure all was well.
We go out a lot and this restaurant stands out. Don’t miss it.
Thank you, Pez Team!
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Vicki
VIP
Jackson Hole
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Excellent crab cake appetizer and quail entree, very good service
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Michael
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great in a very nice area. Plenty of options to choose from. Loved the pork chop and sea bass.
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Dennis
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great service, loved the look and energy of the restaurant. Scallops and risotto amazing! Will definitely be back when visiting the area again.
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Suzanne
VIP
Los Angeles
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The restaurant is beautiful. Food and service was excellent. We all agreed we would be back!
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William J .
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Wife’s birthday, she had a Great time!
Alongside friends and family.
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Douglas
VIP
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Possibly the best restaurant in Pasadena! We all loved the food and service.
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Maureen
VIP
Los Angeles
91 reviews
3.0
91 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 2
Ambience 4
My friends dinner was was improperly cooked, not as ORDERED! It took forever to replace her dish, & by the time it arrived my husband & I had FINISHED our dishes!!! She had totally lost her appetite.
My husband disliked his “ravioli” with scallops & seared tuna. The French fries & potaoes with Gruyère cheese was delicious, as was the Burrata & Beets.
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FAQs
Pez Coastal Kitchen is rated 4.5 stars by 53 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Elevate your event with Pez Coastal Kitchen’s catering! Our expertly crafted menus, fresh ingredients, and exceptional service ensure a memorable dining experience. From elegant dinners to lively parties, we tailor our offerings to your needs. Contact us at catering@pezpasadena.com for unforgettable cuisine!
Private party facilities
Experience elegance in our private room, perfect for intimate dinners or stylish cocktail parties. With plush seating, ambient lighting, and customizable layouts, it’s ideal for any event. For more details or to book, contact us at catering@pezpasadena.com. Let us make your gathering unforgettable!
