Best Historic Restaurants in La Canada

9 restaurants available nearby

1. Tam O'Shanter

4.6

Exceptional(7576)

Price: Moderate

• American • Los Feliz

Booked 66 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.

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2. The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room

4.7

Exceptional(1291)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • South Pasadena

Booked 78 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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3. The Arbour - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2060)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 51 times today

The Arbour brings rustic elegant dining to the historic Pasadena neighborhood of south Lake Avenue. Paying homage to the extraordinary agricultural bounty of California, The Arbour’s menu showcases relationships with sustainable local farms and purveyors.

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4. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.4

Awesome(1351)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 12 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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5. The Royce Steak House

4.7

Exceptional(1298)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 15 times today

The Royce | Wood-Fired Steakhouse features the finest selection of Prime Cuts, Australian Wagyu, and grass-fed beef, expertly prepared on a wood-fired grill. The menu is accented by fresh seafood and creative, comfortable side dishes.

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6. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(2036)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • South Pasadena

Booked 17 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.

7. Shiro Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1592)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Pasadena

Booked 10 times today

Open for indoor and outdoor dining and curbside takeout. Outdoors dining is subject to the weather. We have heaters but not for all tables. Please dress warmly. If there is a chance of rain we will have to cancel.Shiro has been named the Zagat Guide's number one restaurant and is consistently one of the highest rated establishments in the guide (#5 in 2011; #2 for service in 2013). Shiro is summed up by it's ingredients. Menu items are driven by the best available, nothing less is acceptable. For over 35 years, diners have enjoyed our French and Pacific Rim inspired menu. A tradition of fine dining with excellent, friendly service. We may supplement our menu with a special Taste of Shiro (soup or salad, meat or fish, dessert). Wed/Th. The evening's menu is posted around 3pm.As much as we love them, we must ask that your dogs and other pets stay home. Service dogs, of course, are welcome.

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8. Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue

4.2

Awesome(166)

Price: Moderate

• French American • Pasadena

Booked 4 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. .

9. Radhika

4.5

Awesome(25)

Price: Very Expensive

• Indian • South Pasadena

Specializing in modern Indian cuisine, Radhika Restaurant offers a classy and sophisticated dining area for Pasadena locals and visitors. Radhika opened its doors to the California locals in 1995 and has been serving authentic Indian food with a modern twist ever since. The newest location in Pasadena is located on the Gold Line, nestled within historic architecture. It features its own exotic menu options, as well as a new wine lounge, which includes a full bar.Radhika's menu includes a variety of dishes that are authentic but include a more modern flair. Some of the more popular items include Punjabi tacos and vegetable tempura. The salmon kabab and lamb shank are also featured on the menu. For those who can't stay and enjoy a meal in the dining room, online ordering is also available.

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Elizabeth
Baltimore / Maryland •14 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The loveliest and kindest restaurant staff! Excellent food, wonderfully relaxed atmosphere, elegant decor, and they were very willing to accommodate the menu for kids. Great drinks, too. Giant pasta portions, so we didn’t make it to dessert, but we’ll plan better for next time!
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The Arbour - PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.7
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Charlesvip
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This is our favorite place to have breakfast when we're in town
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The Terrace at The Langham, PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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4.4
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carol
Los Angeles •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
First time here! Wonderful evening celebrating an early Thanksgiving with family! Great service and delicious food! The martinis were a generous pour and I loved the Caymus Conundrum! Fresh sourdough bread was delicious! Prime rib tasty with plenty to take home! Tam o Shanter is our new celebration restaurant!
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Tam O'ShanterPrice: Moderate• American• Los Feliz
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4.6
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STACY
Los Angeles •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Yasmine was excellent as was Brian who was very accommodating
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The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• South Pasadena
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4.7
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Williamvip
Pittsburgh / Western PA •50 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was very good, especially the steaks But the pacing was off and my wife’s crabcake did not arrive for a good 5 minutes after the other 4 of us were served. And there was a long lag before we were even asked about dessert. Entered at 5:30, out at 8. Too long for a fine dining experience.
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The Royce Steak HousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Pasadena
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4.7

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. Tam O'Shanter

2. The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room

3. The Arbour - Pasadena

4. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

5. The Royce Steak House

6. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

7. Shiro Restaurant

8. Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue

9. Radhika

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