Best Brunch Restaurants in South Pasadena

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1. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(2036)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • South Pasadena

Booked 24 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.

2. Magnolia House

4.5

Awesome(330)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 39 times today

Magnolia House is a beloved spot in Pasadena for brunch. Reviewers rave about the variety of delicious brunch food and drinks, with special mentions of the Forager omelette and waffles. The ambiance and service are also consistently praised, making it a perfect choice for a relaxed brunch with friends or family.

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3. Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events

4.6

Exceptional(1189)

Price: Moderate

• American • Monterey Park

Booked 31 times today

Introducing a reimagined Luminarias, with a newly modernized take following a multimillion-dollar interior and exterior remodel. Our open-concept dining room features 25-foot floor-to-ceiling windows — seamlessly blending into an expansive deck for sweeping views of the San Gabriel Valley. With a revamped menu comprised of New American dishes with Latin influence, and a vast bar of specialty cocktails and premium spirits, we're here to give you an unforgettable dining experience.

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4. Green Street Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2697)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 40 times today

Green Street Restaurant is where Pasadenans go to enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner and it's been a Pasadena tradition since 1979. It is centrally located just off South Lake Avenue and is within walking distance of hotels, the convention center, the Pasadena Playhouse and popular shopping areas. Green Street has an eclectic menu featuring savory salads (the ever popular and addicting Dianne Salad is ordered over 2,000 times per week), tasty meats, fresh fish and creative sandwiches served on wonderful breads. Guests enjoy a full bar and interesting wines by the glass on a beautiful patio or in the airy interior. Take-out and full catering services are also available.

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5. The Raymond Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(3559)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 71 times today

Hello Friends,We look forward to welcoming you to The Raymond 1886. Please make reservations online or by calling the restaurant on 626-441-3136. If you have any special requests please note we will do our very best to accommodate however we cannot guarantee them. We have both outdoor seating in our wonderful patio spaces and indoor tables in the beautiful cottage and bar.Bar 1886 is open Sun-Thursday until 9pm and Friday - Saturday until 11pm. Walk-in welcome! Cheers,The Raymond 1886 Team

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6. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.4

Awesome(1351)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 9 times today

The Terrace serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, featuring a California bistro-style menu comprised of the freshest seasonal and sustainable ingredients.

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7. Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue

4.2

Awesome(166)

Price: Moderate

• French American • Pasadena

Booked 3 times today

We serve a modern French and Italian European cuisine featuring exceptional vegetarian, seafood, poultry and grass fed steak selections. We also invite you to come relax and enjoy appetizers in our Wine and oyster bar. For dessert, we offer unique house made pastries that are as delicious as artistic to the eye..There is truly something to please every palate and conscious eating choices.Please visit us for Dinner,High Tea, Lunch or Brunch at our beautiful and charming historical Pasadena venue. Madeline Garden is newly reimagined and decorated to create an elegant yet comfortable dining experience. .

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8. The Lobby Lounge @ The Langham Hotel Pasadena

4.3

Awesome(728)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Pasadena

Booked 12 times today

Join us for Afternoon Tea at The Langham Huntington Pasadena, Los Angeles with live entertainment. Enjoy a seasonal menu including mouthwatering sandwiches, baked scones, scrumptious sweets and a flavorful array of tea selections. Delicious Gluten-free and Vegan menus available. Please include the number of adults (and if they have any dietary allergies) and number of kids (and if they have any dietary allergies) in your reservation notes to enable us to best prepare for a seamless experience.Offered Thursday-Friday 11am-3pm (live pianist) & Saturday-Sunday 10am-3pm (live harpist).Our grace period for reservations is 15 minutes.20% Gratuity will be included in all final Afternoon Tea experiences; all prices exclude tax.Parking $15 with Afternoon Tea validation.

9. Mi Piace

4.5

Awesome(4054)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 57 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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10. True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

4.5

Awesome(3178)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pasadena

Booked 66 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Pasadena for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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Kellyvip
Los Angeles •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Loved every minute of it. It’s such a special place for us. Happy holidays.
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Green Street RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7
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BB
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Ignacio, the manager, was a delight. Our experience on Thanksgiving day was wonderful. The food was amazing and so was the presentation. We were going to be seated on the patio, but the manager was kind enough to seat us inside instead. Ignacio brought my mother an alcoholic beverage for her birthday and even brought her a slice of birthday cake. The souvenir lavender candle was also very thoughtful. We would definitely come back again. This was a good choice to spend our holiday brunch there.
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Luminarias Restaurant & Special EventsPrice: Moderate• American• Monterey Park
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4.6
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Mark
Chicago / Illinois •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Service was great and the food was excellent. The music was very loud (no doubt left over from the opening staff), but the server was happy to turn it down upon request. They have no decaf coffee--no drip, no Americano... Highly recommended for breakfast or brunch.
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Magnolia HousePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Pasadena
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4.5
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Jacquilyne
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
Laura is an awesome server. The only thing better than the service is the food. Delicious. 10+ Stars.
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Gus's BBQ - South PasadenaPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• South Pasadena
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4.6
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Shayron
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
The customer service & ambience was amazing. The dishes were very unique & full of flavor. I will be returning
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Soul Brunch Los AngelesPrice: Very Expensive• American• Central Los Angeles
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5

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47 restaurants available nearby

1. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

2. Magnolia House

3. Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events

4. Green Street Restaurant

5. The Raymond Restaurant

6. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

7. Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue

8. The Lobby Lounge @ The Langham Hotel Pasadena

9. Mi Piace

10. True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

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