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    Arroyo Chop House

    4.2 (2k reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSteakhouses, Seafood, Cocktail Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    My Ribeye, but not tasty.
    Tim E.

    My friends birthday dinner tonight and service was excellent as well as the cowboy ribeye steak. I tried my friend's filet mignon which was also good as well. I arrived early and got seated right away. The server already knew it was for a birthday so a card from the restaurant was placed on the menu. The restaurant wasn't that busy at that hour but people were streaming in as the time passed. We got fresh sourdough bread with butter and the waiter explained the various specials they had for the day. I was set on the menu item I had in mind since I know they are known for their ribeyes as I've had it in past visits. We also got sides of Brussel sprouts and creamy potato shallots. The staff is professional and accommodating. At the end we got a complementary chocolate slice of richness. They do have valet parking for $8.00 but after 5pm you can park on the street for free so that's the way to go. Come checkout the best steakhouse in Pasadena.

    Barbecued Wild Shrimp
    Vincent T.

    Food (5/5): The ribeye and scallops were definitely the star of the night. Scallops were cooked to perfection and the pancetta was a nice compliment. Their 28 Oz ribeye was super tender and flavorful and paired perfectly well with their lobster mash potatoes. I was surprisingly impressed because I'm rarely happy with steaks at steakhouses considering how easy it is to source high quality meat and cook it perfectly at home.. Porter house was solid - though it could be cooked more evenly. Edges were pushing well done while pieces close to bone were med rare. The rest were fine. Solid dishes, no complaints. Ambiance/Service (4/5): I mean.. not a huge deal but.. a guest on our table asked if we can have an order of 5 scallops instead of 4... in which the server said "no problem" but proceeded to bring us 2 orders of 4 and charged us for 2 orders. If it wasn't ok - just say so? What's up with agreeing and then ignoring the request. Also, another guest in our party asked if soft drinks (coke) was refillable. In which they answered "yes" and proceeded to charge full price for every meal. Maybe restaurant policy or some disconnect there but whatever. Other than that - staffs were nice and attentive. Beautiful dining area. Definitely perfect for an upscale night out. Overall (5/5): I would 100% come back. Their steak is better than most fancy steak houses out in LA/Beverly Hills for a fraction of the cost. 28 Oz ribeye would easily go for mid to high 100s at any other places out there.. Excited to try their sister restaurant next door (Parkway Grill) soon!

    Star M.

    Came here for Father's Day and it wasn't too packed. I wish the service had been a little bit quicker, but all the food tasted really good. We ordered the cowboy ribeye and even though it came out perfect I was a little disappointed that majority of the weight was fat and bone come perfectly though if you're in the area, there are a lot of other places to choose from but if you're coming here with friends, it's not a bad spot to go for a steak dinner since the ambience is pretty mellow for a crowd, but loud enough where people don't get annoyed from your large party.

    Tequila Sour
    Heather M.

    The staff is absolutely wonderful, we had a such a lovely experience. We attended dinner with some friends and our children. The restaurant was very accommodating for the kids and our kids love steak so this was easy! It's a darkly lit restaurant with candle light, very romantic. We ordered the Tuna Tar Tar and oysters to start. Salads we had the burrata and wedge, they were are all very good. For our mains we had Filet Mignon, Linz Heritage Cowboy Ribeye, caramelized corn, baked potato. I had a tequila sour, tangerine sour and gin sour. I would recommend the tangerine sour! Everything was delicious and would recommend!

    Paula A.

    Came here to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday, as we have for the past 3 years. We had a fantastic dinner! The steak was easily the highlight--it arrived with those perfectly crispy, charred outer edges that gave way to a flawless, cool rare center. It was seasoned beautifully and cooked exactly as requested. For sides, the lobster mashed potatoes were pure decadence. They were creamy, rich, and absolutely topped with scrumptious lobster meat--definitely worth the order. However, I did have a bit of a letdown with the appetizers. I ordered the scallops, and while the flavor was great, getting only three small scallops for $24 felt very overpriced for the portion size. I informed the waiter about a recent yelp review that included a picture of 4 scallops and I was informed that as of January you only get 3. To wash it down, the drinks were strong and well-balanced, which I really appreciated. We finished with the soufflé, it was incredibly moist and light--the perfect way to end the night.

    Scallops Wrapped with Pancetta - very good
    Anh N.

    I came on a Sunday night with a dinner reservation and overall, I had a great time. Parking - valet, street or park at Wholefoods across the street The vibe is old school steakhouse, very spacious dining space. Staff are extremely attentive. Food is overall good. I recc the pancetta wrapped scallops, seabass, brussel sprouts, and grand manier soufflé. THE SOUFFLÉ IS SO GOOD. We ordered an angus ribeye medium rare but it didn't fit our preference. We prefer more sear usually. Still good. It ended up being $225 for 2 ppl w/o tip. We did not order drinks. The experience was overall positive.

    Angus ribeye + lobster tail
    Jeff C.

    Had a great meal here. If you're looking for a fancy steakhouse, definitely put Arroyo Chop House on the list. It's up there with Morton's and Ruth Chris for me. Inside is dark with an upscale feel. Great place for a nice date or special occasion. They also have bar seating if you want to eat solo. There's a tv over the bar to watch a game. The steaks are amazing! I got the angus ribeye, cooked perfectly medium rare with a nice sear. I also splurged on a lobster tail. Pricey but worth it. For my sides I got the scalloped potatoes and creamed spinach. Great sides. I think the half order of the creamed spinach was perfect. A whole order would be better for sharing. For dessert I got the angel food coffee crunch cake. It was just ok though. I liked the lightness of the cake, but coffee crunches weren't to my taste. I would have preferred something more like biscoff cookies. So I say you can skip that dessert. Service was fantastic. Friendly staff. Valet parking only. It was $8 so not too bad in my opinion.

    Mash potatoes, Asparagus,
    Malinalli L.

    Delicious dinner, calm, serene atmosphere, I felt right at home bc Zeth our waiter made us feel like home, he gave us his recommendations and he was just right on target. The bar tender recommended Lucha libre cocktail amd omg - one of the best drinks ever. My best two is 1 cowboy steak, - medium rare- with the perfect amount of salt- made my feet dance under the table- of course I was discreet- and same level - trio steak plate - one of them was a Japanese cut- it felt like a cloud that melted in my mouth. As always way better than the other steak houses.

    Kim U.

    Love it here. Always get amazing service and the drinks, steaks and the soufflé are to die for. The ambiance is chill Tonight they had the Dodger game on in the bar area. The Poire cocktail is my new fave. Thanks Brent.

    Birthday dinner
    Sandi T.

    Came in tonight for dinner with my family . The service was good. To start off we got the half sourdough half garlic bread, both were tasty. I ordered the ribeye medium rare . I enjoyed it and so did my daughter . My husband got a New York , it was cooked nicely but I do feel like it lacked flavor especially compared to my ribeye. As for the sides we got fries and Brussel sprouts. The fries were good of course but we weren't the biggest fans of the Brussels sprouts, they weren't tender and seemed undercooked in my opinion. They were a tad bit hard to even cut with a knife , I definitely prefer them to be soft on the inside and easy to bite.

    Coffee cake sponge cake
    Vanessa C.

    We came here for our wedding anniversary celebrating 21 years. The restaurant is a super nice steak house with bar and two big rooms for large parties or events. The staff is very nice and extremely helpful in helping you choose your best cut. The dress code is California flare. Some dress up and some come in casual. I had the Filet Mignon and my hubby had the ribeye. Both were excellent and cooked perfectly to our liking. Everything is ale cart. So we choose half order of green beans, mac and cheese, garlic mashed potatoes. It was a lot more food than we needed but perfect for leftovers. Since we were celebrating our Anniversary, they had a very nice card for us on arrival.

    Flor M.

    Hands down one of the best steak houses to grab dinner at. Came here with my friends and we had the epitome of a girls night. The staff is incredible and super attentive. The drinks are perfect each time. But most importantly the food is not only perfectly cooked, but absolutely delicious. Starting off with freshly hot sourdough bread. My oh my is it incredible with some butter. I opted for a whiskey based drink this time. Jameson, ginger ale, and some fresh lime juice squeezed in. Definitely paired perfectly with my chopped salad and petit mignon. All the ingredients were fresh on my salad and the steak was like butter when cutting into it with great flavor and texture. To end the meal, I opted for a chocolate soufflé that was just the chefs kiss. Overall, it was a perfect night. Thank you Arroyo Chop house for such incredible service and food! Definitely will be back for another girls dinner!

    Charles G.

    I've been coming here for years This place dosent change it's amazing. Service is always superb. The food, the steaks and lobsters! It's cooked perfectly, sides are good but I come for steak. Never have been disappointed with anything here.

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    Ask the Community - Arroyo Chop House

    Can children eat here?

    There is no kid's menu and it is strictly an upscale dining experience. However children can eat there so it's important to look at the menu before going.

    Does anyone know if the Steak is sourced from Creekstone?

    Hi! I grew up in the area and now live up North! Will be in town soon. Do you still have outdoor seating?

    Yes they do. And so does The Parkway Grill next door.

    Never heard of 8+ Japanese wagyu. How does it compare to A5?

    Hi Mark, 8+ is the highest grade of domestic wagyu (raised here in the U.S. while a5 is meat imported from Japan.

    Will you continue outdoor dining through May 2022?

    Yes we plan to continue indefinitely!

    Do they still serve salmon?

    We have salmon as a seafood special most nights!

    Is this restaurant a la carte?

    Yes

    Is the Lamb Chop still available on the menu?

    Yes it is. They run out occasionally because it is popular.

    Have they brought their steak tartare back? I sure wish they would!

    Is there parking on site?

    Yes. Valet is complimentary.

    I just tried calling to book a reservation since outdoor dining is opening back up and they told me you weren't taking reservations yet, however, one other person asked and you replied that you were. How can I make a reservation?

    We just started taking reservations today! You may call the restaurant or book online at www.arroyochophouse.com/reservations… 

    Is outdoor seating currently available?

    Yes, it is!! You can call and reserve if you would like.

    What's the green jello sauce called for the lamb chops?

    The sauce is a mint jelly, thank you for asking!

    Do they have a corkage fee?

    Hello! Sorry I did not see any info in their alcohol menu.

    What is in the seafood platter dish?

    Yes!

    Are pets allowed on the patio?

    Sorry no pets allowed on the patio.

    Has anyone tried the chop house burger? If you have, how is it?

    Is it not good to have dinner with kids here? But I have to! @_@

    i think i've seen people with kids....not sure your kids ages. when we went we took our daughter to kids klub while we ate. happy to tell you about kids klub weekend care - you can PM me.

    Is there a kids' menu?

    Fairly confident there isn't.

    Is there a cake cutting fee if we cut the cake ourselves?

    Yes you will still be charged a "cakeage" for bringing your own cake instead of ordering from their menu. It's a standard practice. But if you have a huge bill for the meal you and your group are paying then maybe you can talk to the manager and… 

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    0.9 mi
    $$

    I've heard some good things about this place and from other fellow yelpers friends, it must be…read moreworth it. Had a dinner reservation with some girlfriends celebrating two of their birthdays. The restaurant itself isn't too big but it does a pack a nice punch. Cute patio out front that takes some of the sidewalks and streets. Plenty of heat lamps which helped with the chilly nights. We got seated at one of the tables on the patios which was nice. Didn't really utilize inside area except for the restroom which it's quite cute in there. The rooms were pretty well decorated and executed. Nice bar area too. Like mentioned, we got seated on the patio and the heat lamps were great. Down to the menus, it's quite limited on dishes. Seemed like there were more shared plates versus the entrees. Drinks, it was fairly decent with their cocktails and wine. Service at the beginning was great. The staff were amazing and very friendly. We didn't order right away as we were still waiting for the last one to show. But did start off with some drinks. It didn't take that long for the first round which was nice. Food wise, the shared plate was a mixture of everything. Some of the olives, which is exactly what it is. The Belgian fries, nice thick cut fries with shredded pecorino cheese and a nice aioli sauce. We ended up getting a second order of it. The albacore tuna crudo was a hit which was really tasty. Chili ginger relish, mint and shallot, can't go wrong with that. Lastly the meatballs, tasty and very great for sharing. Entrees, the pan seared sea bass which I loved. Portion is pretty tiny which also seemed like they were a shared plate. Almost tapas styled. Nice chimichurri sauce and a side salad. The chicken Milanese also with a side salad of arugula. Simple dish but quite tasty. One of the salads that was somewhat hyped up by the waitress but it was just a salad. Decent but nothing major to rave about...lol... also the confit oyster mushrooms was major hit. Something that simple but quite tasty. And lastly the pan con tomate, rustic sourdough with tomatoes and burrata. Tasty as well. Overall the meal was good. From there, the second round of drinks did take a long time to arrive and with then plates that we shared, trying to get someone to clear the plates was another thing. Took a long for someone to clear the table before more items came. Even when the entrees came, all the empty starter plates were still there. And if someone did clear the plates, some was still left on the table. Finishing off the night, we did have the dessert which we tried all three. As it was two of our girlfriends birthday, they brought out a little bubbly for us to celebrate with the dessert. That was quite sweet and nice. Honestly opinion with the dessert, they were just ok. Nothing major to rave about. We tried all three on the menu and they were just ok. Overall, the food was great. Service was nice and the staffs were all very friendly. It did take a while for plates to get cleared from the table and second round did take a while, but it was manageable. It was a sweet gesture with the bubbly with the dessert which was greatly appreciated. The place is nice and great for catching up. Menu is limited and portions are quite small. You would have to get a good amount for sharing. Entrees, depending on what you order is small as well. But we enjoyed ourself.

    Come here for the drinks, vibes and brunch…read more Their breakfast options are better than their dinner service. I can't eat here for dinner as a vegetarian, they have little to no options. Would it kill them to add a veggie burger? Service is consistently awful. I've been here half a dozen times and I've never had good service. Drinks and water are never refilled unless I ask. It takes forever to get our order and once we do our server disappears. Seriously so bad. But I keep coming back for their good food.

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    Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 4 - 6:30PM. Enjoy $5 wine & local draft beers, $6 well drinks & $6 House Sangria, and more
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    Cannonball

    Cannonball

    4.3
    (199 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$$

    Been here once for dinner, and another time to grab a cocktail before a show at Sid the cat…read moreauditorium. Food really exceptional, a compact menu, but everything we ordered was exquisite. The biscuits are perfection and will haunt your dreams. The crudo and burger also stood out. Was dining with some family who were visiting and dinner at Cannonball was their favorite meal of the trip. We were on the back patio for dinner, I enjoyed the metro trains passing, but it is probably not everyone's cup of tea. The ambience inside the restaurant when I got drinks at the bar was very nice. Service attentive and personable on both visits.

    I was bummed when the restaurant that WAS in this space closed. I am VERY happy this spot took the…read morespace and has brought a fantastic menu and flavor back to the space. I was pleasantly surprised at the welcoming staff and warm ambiance. Going to slide one complaint in here, the noise level in the upstairs portion of the restaurant is LOUD. We sat upstairs and it was pretty difficult to hear my friends talk from just across the table. We powered through, and by the second half of our meal, most diners had finished and left us upstairs with only a couple of lingering parties. THEN this place became GREAT! Here's all that we stuffed ourselves with during the cacophony of chatter: flaky buttermilk biscuits, honey butter (3pc; please allow 20 minutes) - totally worth the 20 mins!! Super buttery and flaky, I might go back JUST FOR THIS! crispy calamari, horseradish cocktail sauce - great little kick in the sauce. Perfectly lightly battered. fideos, clams, chorizo, saffron, sweet sherry aïoli - mmmm, this was delicious. The Spanish chorizo enhanced the broth with a good saltiness. white shrimp from the griddle, aïoli - this was my favorite. The shrimp was not overcooked and peeled easily. The flavor was good enough to slurp the juices out. single burger, prime chuck, tillamook cheddar, dijonaise, egg brioche bun & crispy french fries - good meaty burger, love the dijonaise, GREAT shoestring fries. Parking is a little challenging during the day, not so bad in the evening. It's South Pas, a little neighborhood walk after dinner never hurts.

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