Best Lunch Restaurants in Highland Park

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AlhambraArcadiaArts DistrictAtwater VillageBeverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.Burbank

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177 restaurants available nearby

1. Mi Piace

4.4

Awesome(4109)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 50 times today

We are open and happy to serve the community during this time. 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'.

2. Tam O'Shanter

4.5

Awesome(7675)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Los Feliz

Booked 38 times today

Opened in June 1922, The Tam O'Shanter boasts a rich, storied history and warm, inviting atmosphere. We’re proud to be in our 10th decade of continuous service. We originally considered it a quiet pastoral road stop, since Los Feliz Boulevard was just an unpaved country lane traversed by rabbits and rabbit hunters, in that order.Everything changed when Walt Disney and his animators, set designers, and crews began trekking out between takes for a bite and a refreshment. So often, in fact, that the Tam was once dubbed “The Studio Commissary.”Join us and see why the Tam is said to have been Walt’s favorite restaurant!As a family-run establishment, we’re committed to keeping our community safe. We always practice strong hygiene protocols and rigorously adhere to all CDC food safety standards.

A photo of The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena restaurant

3. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(1381)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 25 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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4. True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(3207)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Pasadena

Booked 71 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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5. Fleming's Steakhouse - Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(1467)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 76 times today

Your Pasadena Fleming's is conveniently located on the corner of Marengo and Colorado Boulevard. Fleming's in Pasadena is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

6. Bar Chelou

4.8

Exceptional(472)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Pasadena

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 KNOWWine 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.

A photo of The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room restaurant

7. The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room

4.7

Exceptional(1379)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • South Pasadena

Booked 138 times today

Rose Garden Tea Room is set within the historic Rose Garden, the Tea Room offers an elegant and memorable experience inspired by the tradition of English tea service with a distinctive California twist.Any party with more than 6 guests MUST call to make their reservation or email tearoom@huntington.org. Please do not divide your party into multiple reservations, as each Open Table reservation will be treated as individual and will not guarantee adjacent tables. Please note that visiting the Rose Garden Tea Room requires purchasing admission to The Huntington. When planning to visit the Tea Room, please purchase a separate ticket to The Huntington for the same day as your Tea Room reservation. Tickets are available at huntington.org

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8. Green Street Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2715)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 22 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.

9. Celestino

4.7

Exceptional(3605)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 33 times today

Celestino Ristorante in Pasadena is no longer a well-kept secret. The Drago Brothers continue to exceed expectations with the freshest seafood, finest homemade pastas, organic meats, and variety of desserts made on-site. Some of the favorites include; Florentine style T-bone, black and white ravioli filled with shrimp, branzino al sale, flown-in burrata and vanilla custard with an assortment of fresh berries. Come in and enjoy authentic regional and seasonal specialties complemented by an award-winning wine list. We offer dynamic Private Dining rooms, a full bar, garden patios, and the friendliest staff to make any meal or special event at Celestino Ristorante most memorable. We do not up charge for Private Dining room use, or special Wine Dinners. Open Monday through Sunday for dinner seven days a week. Lunch hours are Monday to Friday.

A photo of Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery restaurant

10. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

4.6

Exceptional(193)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Pasadena

Booked 29 times today

Agnes Restaurant and Cheesery is a neighborhood oasis that showcases live-fire cooking with seasonal ingredients behind an adorable cheese shop that offers unique and thoughtfully curated artisan cheeses and renowned provisions. With our spaces for large parties, an open kitchen, darling outdoor patio, and a beautiful marketplace, Agnes offers many opportunities for celebrating a wide variety of occasions.The holidays are a wonderful time to discover Agnes with the Cheesery offering several stunning products worth sharing with all of your friends and family. From large format cheese, meat and crudité platters, tinned fish, delicious gifts, freshly baked treats, to our decadent Sides & Pies holiday offerings. Enjoy and relax during the holidays with Agnes catering your parties and family get-togethers. Founded by Chefs Thomas and Vanessa Tilaka Kalb, stop by while exploring the famous Gamble House, Rose Bowl, Castle Green, Huntington Library or strolling through Old Town Pasadena.

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JeannieVIP
Los Angeles •112 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We ordered the prime rib and it was delicious. It was very tender. The prime rib was prepared the way we ordered it and the sides (creamed spinach, mashed potatoes, Yorkshire pudding) were wonderful. We enjoyed our meal and our service was friendly and attentive.
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Tam O'ShanterPrice: Moderate• American• Los Feliz
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4.5
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Luis
Las Vegas •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a fantastic Valentine's Day lunch. Eric, our server, made our afternoon very enjoyable. He was a pleasure and very attentive to our needs. We were among the first guests for the day and what I noticed was that as staff was arriving they were genuinely happy to see each other. That is important because that is projected on to the customers also. It was easy to tell that they enjoyed their work, and they came together as a team to make our afternoon most enjoyable.
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Fleming's Steakhouse - PasadenaPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Pasadena
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4.6
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Roberto
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our service was excellent, food was perfect and the dining experience was superb
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Mi PiacePrice: Expensive• Italian• Pasadena
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4.4
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MarthaVIP
Los Angeles •28 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
It was good overall , the menu changed , I was looking forward to eating sea bass but it is no longer offered. Appetizers great , service great.
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True Food Kitchen - PasadenaPrice: Moderate• American• Pasadena
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4.6
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KennethVIP
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 9, 2025
The staff are golden at this establishment. Thank you for a very pleasant experience as always. We are grateful to be treated like old friends.
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The Terrace at The Langham, PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7

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