Best Restaurants for Foodies in La Canada

12 restaurants available nearby

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1. True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(3175)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pasadena

Booked 37 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.

2. Mi Piace

4.5

Awesome(4051)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 63 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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3. MYA Rooftop Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(668)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Glendale

Booked 6 times today

MYA Rooftop Restaurant is a lush outdoor hideaway perched on the 7th story of The Glenmark, where sweeping views and open-air vistas await you for cocktails, events or special celebrations. The 5,000 square foot al fresco space features a full rooftop kitchen. Text us at (818) 731-7741 for reservations or DM us on Instagram @mya_losangeles Click on the link below to reserve your table now. https://www.opentable.com/r/rooftop-at-the-glenmark-hotel-reservations-glendale?restref=1080793&lang=en-US&ot_source=Restaurant%20website

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4. Carousel Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(585)

Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Glendale

Booked 19 times today

From of our family to yours, Carousel is the premier Los Angeles area restaurant providing guests with the complete culinary experience when it comes to enjoying traditional middle eastern and Lebanese cuisine. In the Middle Eastern culture, meza (Lebanese term for appetizer) consists of a vast array of small sized, hot and cold dishes, great for sampling and sharing. At Carousel, our menu offers a selection of kebabs to seafood to an array of vegetarian items. We offer more than 60 meza items, ranging from familiar dishes, such as hummus, falafel and tabouleh to more traditional delicacies. Everything that we serve comes from original family recipes passed down through generations. With the supervision of our Chef de Cuisine and co-owner, Mrs. Rose Tcholakian, each dish that is served is sure to bestow the quality and freshness Carousel is well known for. For those unfamiliar to Lebanese food, a helpful service staff will guide you through what is sure to be a habit-forming journey.

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5. Sushi Enya - Pasadena

4.6

Exceptional(83)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Pasadena

Booked 1 time today

Sushi Enya is a Japanese sushi restaurant that first opened in the heart of Little Tokyo in Downtown, LA. After five years of perseverance and experimentation in Downtown, LA, we opened our second location in beautiful Old Town Pasadena. Our third location, which opened in 2018, is located in the beach city of Marina Del Rey. Our owner Chef Kimiyasu Enya trained for over 10 years in Japan to perfect his craft. It is our goal to ensure that quality remains consistent and every experience is enjoyable for all guests.

6. Bar Chelou

4.8

Exceptional(431)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Pasadena

Booked 38 times today

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.

7. Momed

4.6

Exceptional(1656)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Silver Lake

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to Momed, (pronounced mo-med.) short for Modern Mediterranean, is homage to the kitchens of the eastern Mediterranean and North Africa. Since 2010, Momed has introduced Los Angeles a fresh and sophisticated interpretation of a cuisine based on the centuries-old tradition of seasonal and farm to table dining. Momed has become a sought-after destination for those looking to explore the rich and diverse flavors of the Mediterranean region. The menu reflects a fusion of authentic flavors and innovative culinary techniques, resulting in a delightful blend of old-world charm and contemporary sophistication.

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8. The Arbour - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2058)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 39 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.

9. Bacari GDL

4.7

Exceptional(1127)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Glendale

Booked 38 times today

Bacari GDL is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 3rd restaurant of Kronfli Brothers, a family-owned, growing group of restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Alongside our delicious tapas, we offer a rotating curation of small-production wines and eclectic beers, unique craft cocktails & mocktails, and we are also known for our one-of-a-kind 90-minute open bar special.Our team provides warm hospitality in our comfortable, intimate indoor lounge by the bar or in our spacious, breezy outdoor patio. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari GDL.We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari GDL is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!

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10. Bar Verde – Nordstrom at the Americana

4.5

Awesome(194)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Glendale

Booked 1 time today

Our full-service restaurant and bar features the freshest local ingredients we can find. From starters and salads to entrées and desserts, the expertly crafted menu has a seasonal focus. The full bar offers wine, specialty cocktails and beer, along with a selection of small plates.Bar Verde is located on the 3rd floor overlooking the illustrious Americana in downtown city center of Glendale California.We are open for indoor dining, outdoor patio dining service (weather permitting) and to-go orders with Curbside Pickup. Call (818) 664-7005 to place your order.Join us for Brunch on weekends.;July 4th hours: 11am-6pm

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New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Enjoyed the sushi and drinks here while taking in the amazing views. The staff was very attentive
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MYA Rooftop RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Glendale
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4.5
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David
Los Angeles •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was excellent. Our waiter Frank did a great job of taking care of us. We were personally greeted by the owner and the manager. Very enjoyable experience!
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Mi PiacePrice: Expensive• Italian• Pasadena
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4.5
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Chat
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The mezza without kabobs was quite filling and definitely delicious. A couple people in our party ordered entrees as well and the lamb kabob was cooked perfectly. Carousel is always a special treat!
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Carousel RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Glendale
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4.7
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nicolinavip
Los Angeles •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Took a friend who had never been before, he was very impressed. Is going to come back for a Sunday brunch. Our server was absolutely amazing. She interacted with us and it made for excellent service. Very attentive yet gave us time to have an appetizer and social beverage before taking our order. Her name is Joanna.🌟🌟🌟🌟
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True Food Kitchen - PasadenaPrice: Moderate• American• Pasadena
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4.6
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JordanCvip
Los Angeles •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 May 2024
Wonderful meal. Exquisite omakase. Hon took good care of us.
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Sushi Enya - PasadenaPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Pasadena
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4.6

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. True Food Kitchen - Pasadena

2. Mi Piace

3. MYA Rooftop Restaurant

4. Carousel Restaurant

5. Sushi Enya - Pasadena

6. Bar Chelou

7. Momed

8. The Arbour - Pasadena

9. Bacari GDL

10. Bar Verde – Nordstrom at the Americana

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