Guidebook for Pasadena
Food Scene
Stonefire Grill
473 N Rosemead BlvdGreat takeout—especially pizza and tri tip
Domenico's
2411 E Washington BlvdGreat pizza and all things italian.
Carmela Ice Cream
2495 E Washington BlvdGourmet ice cream. One-of-a-kind
Jameson Brown Coffee Roasters
260 Allen AveBest local coffee shop.
Jones Coffee Roasters
693 S Raymond AveSecond best local coffee shop
Zankou Chicken
5065 Sunset BlvdMediterranean. Shawarma
President Thai Restaurant
498 S Rosemead BlvdBest Thai
"Viva" Tacos La Estrella
2525 East Foothill BoulevardBest cheap Mexican food
Sightseeing
Eaton Canyon Falls Trail
Eaton Canyon Falls TrailHiking, camping. Easy enough for kids.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
467 N Rosemead BlvdMy wife's absolute favorite place to buy groceries.
Best selection of wine, beer, spirits and cigars in Pasadena.
8 locals recommend
Mission Wine & Spirits
1785 E Washington BlvdBest selection of wine, beer, spirits and cigars in Pasadena.
Whole Foods Market
465 S Arroyo PkwyThis is more than a grocery store, it's an experience.
Shopping
The main strip of restaurants and shopping. Park in one of the public parking structures and walk around.
480 locals recommend
Old Pasadena
23 E Colorado BlvdThe main strip of restaurants and shopping. Park in one of the public parking structures and walk around.
Entertainment & Activities
Kids can spend ALL day playing around and discovering here.
123 locals recommend
Kidspace Children's Museum
480 N Arroyo BlvdKids can spend ALL day playing around and discovering here.
Victory Park
2575 Paloma StHUGE park with multiple fields and playgrounds. Walking distance.
Arts & Culture
ArcLight Cinemas - Pasadena
300 E Colorado BlvdThe best place to watch a movie.
Laemmle's Playhouse 7
673 E Colorado BlvdIndie movie theater.
Drinks & Nightlife
Lucky Baldwin's Pub
17 S Raymond Avegreat neighborhood bar.
Bar / restaurant / pub. Excellent craft beers.
23 locals recommend
Congregation Ale House Pasadena Chapter
300 South Raymond AvenueBar / restaurant / pub. Excellent craft beers.