Best Authentic Restaurants in Monrovia

23 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Domenico's Monrovia Italian restaurant

1. Domenico's Monrovia Italian

4.8

Exceptional(18)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Monrovia

AT DOMENICO’S, WE BRING YOU THE SAME WONDERFUL EXPERIENCES WE GREW UP ON. FROM OUR WARM ITALIAN HOSPITALITY; TO THE AUTHENTIC AROMAS IN OUR KITCHEN. OUR FLAVORFUL HANDMADE RECIPES THAT HAVE PASSED DOWN FOR MORE THAN THREE GENERATIONS.

2. Corfu

4.3

Awesome(79)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Pasadena

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our family has created this restaurant for you, and to ensure delicious tastes from the Mediterranean that a discriminating palate will appreciate, you"ll fit right in whether your taste today is running towards waffles,kebabs,fish,pasta,steak or sandwiches. we use the finest and freshest ingredients to prepare all dishes from scratch. Both beer and wine are served, including some of the more difficult to find wines that use only organically grown grapes. Dine in, or take out. Reservations are accepted.

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3. Capital Seafood Restaurant

4.1

Excellent(15)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Pasadena

Located at Restaurant Row on Huntington Drive in the city of Arcadia. At Capital Seafood Arcadia we serve an extensive menu from the delicious traditional Dim Sum to many choices of authentic Chinese meat, seafood, poultry, and vegetable dishes. The ambiance is casual, yet elegant. Our ultimate goal is to bring the best Chinese dining experience to our guests and transform a meal into an experience. The comfort of home with the service of royalty.

4. Celestino

4.7

Exceptional(3537)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 16 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.

5. Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(168)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Pasadena

Booked 37 times today

As an award winning restaurant group, Star Leaf creates a fine dining experience that combines ingredients and spices that will teleport guests across the Pacific to a tropical paradise. Founded in 2011, Star Leaf Pasadena is our first US-location in the beloved Playhouse Village. Every dish is prepared with passion and respect for the traditions that shaped Asian cuisine. The culinary team selects the freshest ingredients, ensuring each bite is a celebration of flavor and culture, while instilling innovative modern touches.

6. Malbec - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(1866)

Price: Moderate

• Argentinean • Pasadena

Booked 10 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.

7. Mi Piace

4.5

Awesome(4051)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 45 times today

With over 30 years serving up crave worthy food, craft coktails, extensive wine lists and personalized service, we invite you to come dine on our newly renovated patio, bustling main dining rooms, sleek lounge or order our takeout. In Italian, Mi Piace means - I like it; and the Mi Piace Team will make sure you love it at this award-winning restaurant. Mi Piace is the perfect spot to enjoy an intimate dinner, lively lunch, or festive brunch. We take pride in our product and service provided and look forward to having you as our guest in what we call 'home'.

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8. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Pasadena, CA | Old Town

4.4

Awesome(1647)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Pasadena

Booked 35 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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9. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(2036)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • South Pasadena

Booked 9 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.

10. Gale's

4.6

Exceptional(3334)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 10 times today

Gale's Restaurant is a totally local Pasadena spot for delicious Northern Italian fare, tucked away from the tourist chains in Old Town. Couples, families and friends that seem to have just finished a day outdoors snuggle among the brick walls and small marble tables, drinking cocktails and wine from elegant Brighton goblets. Start off with Bruschetta, Burrata Salad or Gale's Simple Salad and then move on to the country-style Tuscan steak or one of the house made ravioli specials. For dessert, don't miss the Tiramisu or Gale's iconic Coconut Cake. The wine list is a favorite among the guests for it's variety and excellent value.

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Lucy
Los Angeles •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Last night I had the pleasure of dining at Starleaf, what an unforgettable experience from start to finish! The food was amazing, the menu offered a variety of selections and the place is beautiful. Every single dish had impeccable presentation, quality ingredients and sooo delicious! My entire family enjoyed it very much! Our waiter Connor was so good, his service was beyond outstanding. He truly made my birthday dinner very special! Five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ all around can’t wait to go back!
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Star Leaf - Asian CuisinePrice: Expensive• Asian• Pasadena
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4.6
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Tomvip
Los Angeles •69 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2024
Always a pleasure to visit Celestino! The food and the service are consistently gracious and professional.
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CelestinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Pasadena
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4.7
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Diannevip
Los Angeles •94 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 20, 2024
Staff was friendly and accommodating, we celebrated a birthday on the patio and everyone enjoyed dinner and the casual ambiance. Pork chops, spaghetti with meatballs and the chicken parmigiana were fan favorites. Garlic bread and meatballs for an appetizer is a must, served warm and well portioned. Can't wait to return for another great dinner.
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Domenico's Monrovia ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Monrovia
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4.8
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AlexK
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 18, 2023
Great food. I love the Greek portion of the menu especially.
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CorfuPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Pasadena
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4.3
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CurtisDvip
Las Vegas •12 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 9, 2020
I really enjoyed the duck and the dim sum is YUMMY!
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Capital Seafood RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Pasadena
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4.1

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. Domenico's Monrovia Italian

2. Corfu

3. Capital Seafood Restaurant

4. Celestino

5. Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine

6. Malbec - Pasadena

7. Mi Piace

8. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Pasadena, CA | Old Town

9. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

10. Gale's

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