For those new to the town and have more time to explore, we're recommending a few of our favorite spots to eat and play nearby.
Recommend making reservations ahead.
Osawa Shabu Shabu & Sushi ($30-$50) - one of our favorite Japanese restaurant. Never go wrong with any dishes there.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/osawa-shabu-shabu-and-sushi-pasadena
Nick’s Pasadena ($30-$50) - great ambiance, great food with good wine selection. Nice date or night out with friends.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/nicks-pasadena-pasadena
Great Maple ($25-$40) - nice brunch place, spacious, and have outdoor seating.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/great-maple-pasadena-pasadena-2?osq=great+maple
Café Santorini ($30-$60) - authentic Mediterranean dinner spot.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/caf%C3%A9-santorini-pasadena-2
Bone Kettle ($30-$50) - pretty tasty Asian fusion dishes.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/bone-kettle-pasadena
Alexander's Steakhouse ($100-$150) - one of our favorite steakhouse if you're into ribeye and wagyu. Bread and sides are great, too. Must pair with wine.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/alexanders-steakhouse-pasadena-pasadena-3
Pillow Talk ($5-$20) - nice coffee, tea, and desserts, but space is a bit small. More for togo.
www.yelp.com/biz/pillow-talk-pasadena-2?osq=pillow+talk
Wanderlust Creamery (5-$10) - for ice cream lovers. Lots of unique flavors like Sticky Rice Mango, Salty Egg Yolk, and Ube.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/wanderlust-creamery-pasadena?osq=ice+cream
Pie hole ($8-$15) - earl grey tea pie is so good!
https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-pie-hole-pasadena?osq=The+Pie+Hole
Republik Coffee Lounge ($5-$15) - great coffee, breakfast or brunch food
https://www.yelp.com/biz/republik-coffee-lounge-pasadena-4
The Paseo - outdoor mall where our wedding venue and hotel is located.
https://www.thepaseopasadena.com/
Old Town Pasadena - where it's most happening - food, drinks, shops all walking distance.
https://www.oldpasadena.org/
Huntington Library - our first membership together and never tired of this place. Chinese garden, Japanese garden, rose garden, museums, etc. Great gift shop, too!
https://www.huntington.org/
Pasadena City Hall - great photo ops and where many films are shot.
www.cityofpasadena.net/about-pasadena/city-hall/