Mixed feelings about Tokyo Chick. We stopped in right when they opened on a Saturday, were the only…read morecustomers in the establishment, and both my husband and I agreed it overall wasn't a good experience and we won't be back. The good: The people working at the counter were very friendly and welcoming. We took a while to order, and they were patient and courteous. They gave our kids free little light up chick toys that they absolutely loved and kept them entertained while we waited for our food! The bad: - The reason it took us so long to order was because they were seemingly out of half of their menu items. Everything we wanted to order was out of stock, so we settled on boneless chicken with fries and chicken gyoza - Something very important to note is that they primarily serve dark meat for the boneless chicken. Dark meat can have a pink/red color even when fully cooked. We had several pieces that looked so red that we didn't feel comfortable eating them because it just looked unappetizing how red it was and I didn't feel fully certain it was cooked because I don't carry around a food thermometer lol. But no one in our party got sick, so I assume it was cooked? I honestly don't know. -When we arrived, they were playing very loud, very explicit hip hop. I love hip hop myself and it would have been fine if our kids weren't with us, but with kids it was just kinda weird to be listening to very explicit lyrics at 10 AM lol. It wasn't just normal hip hop, it was like the extra explicit cut of some SoundCloud rapper. Eventually they changed it to very loud country music. Just weird vibes either way

My bf & I were in the area & wanted a quick bite so we opted for the chicken wrap. We were the only…read morecustomers & got our food pretty quickly. The wraps were simple yet filling. Came with a good amount of crispy chicken. Lettuce & tomato were the only toppings. Sauce wasn't that flavorful. Overall, not bad! But nothing to go crazy for.

It was a weekday evening. Two kitchen staff and one server that does to go packaging as well…read more The order is placed by a kiosk in the front. It was simple and easy to navigate. On the screen it says "food takes 25-30min" I waited 50 min... There were at least 4 people waiting for their orders. Whenever one of us tried to talk to the server and as they were approaching, I could tell she was going to somewhere else like to the kitchen and intentionally tried not to give the eye contact with customers. The customer is next to you how can you not look at them...lol After almost an hour I got my food only to find that pickled radish was spoiled. Luckily I added an extra so it saved me. When I took out the container it was already full of gas and about to explode. When I opened it, smelled horrible like raw food left in the garbage disposal for weeks. (You can see how cloudy the juice is from the picture) Over all, I understand that this location has the worst review among other bb.q chicken in SGV, I'd choose other place next time. Food was good so 3 stars for that.

The food at bb.q Pasadena is pretty consistent and if you're looking for that typical flavor of…read moreKorean fried chicken, you will get that here. I only ever order takeout from this location and there's definitely things that could be improved. The location is on busy Colorado so parking is a nightmare. The workers here have absolutely no sense of urgency. Often I've been the only customer picking up and the speed of service could only be described as "meandering" to find and hand me my order. As previously mentioned, there's no issue with the food. It's juicy and flavorful. But there's inconsistencies like sometimes I get the side radish and utensils but other times not at all. The attitude of the workers you interact with are that of someone who has absolutely no pride in their work and are simply tolerating customers. It would go a long way to improve this location if workers were trained to do everything as efficiently and quickly as possible. The cost is also astronomically high for chicken. A whole chicken is $31 before any taxes or fees. It's not competitive with other Korean fried chicken places and you have to imagine part of the cost is due to the location. I would be sad if this branch closed, since it is closest to where I live, but it wouldn't be a shock that it did close. There's a lot of low hanging easy changes that could be made. Better training from management, more local deals, and focusing on customer service.

Came across this place on Yelp and decided to give it a try. Everything we ordered was fantastic!…read moreThe lomo saltado was delicious, the 1/4 chicken was perfectly cooked, the yuca is a must, and the shrimp ceviche was incredibly fresh. It's family-owned, and you can definitely feel it. Everyone was so warm, friendly, and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The only thing I would change is that I wish all of the food came out at the same time instead of being spread out throughout the meal. Other than that, we had a great experience. Can't wait to come back and try more!

If you want delicious and authentic Peruvian food in a beautiful, casual atmosphere, look no…read morefurther. El Dorado is the place to be. The owner, Jonah, is an incredibly nice person. It was great being able to chat with him, and he was extremely hospitable. He made sure to give me plenty of water on such a hot day, as I had my pug with me and we were sitting on the patio on a hot summer day. The lomo saltado was perfect. Tender, juicy beef, delicious fries and sauce, white rice, red onions, and roasted red peppers. The Pollo à la Brasa was off the hook. We got a half chicken with fried plantains and Peruvian beans. Absolutely delectable. Chicken was juicy and tender with perfectly crisp skin. Seasoning was just right. Fried plantains were best I've ever had. Lightly fried with a moist and lightly sweet interior. We also tried an order of Papas Huancaina. The potatoes were perfectly tender, and the sauce had a nice little kick without being too much. Service was impeccable. People constantly checked on us on the patio. The World Cup was playing on two flatscreen TVs on the patio and two flatscreen TVs inside. Everyone here is happy! Restrooms are incredibly clean and surprisingly lovely with scented candles and plants. El Dorado exceeded my expectations and I'll definitely be back. If you're a fan of Peruvian cuisine in a casual but lovely and comfy atmosphere, you must come. El Dorado Pollos a la Brasa is authentic and friendly and delicious and perfect.

Always a great place to stop in and grab a burger or chicken wings. Not to mention an excellent…read morelocation in Old Town Pasadena. This time around, I went with the turkey burger and fries (see photo) and it absolutely hit the spot. It was super fresh with toppings, and the fries here are consistent and really good. I haven't been daring enough to try their absolute hottest wing sauce yet, but the food is good across the board. It's a great spot to catch a game with all the TVs and a very laid back atmosphere. Also, the staff always delivers solid service no matter who is working. That stands out.

Service was fine. Food was absymal. Genuinely one of the worst meals I've had in my life, AND it…read morewas overpriced. Don't get the Philly cheese steak, that thing is DRY to hell, and 80% bread. The wings, good GOD they were awful. Dry, over fried, hard yet somehow not crispy, and worst of all: all 4 flavors that my group tried were not good. The Mild was just Frank's Red Hot cut with what tasted like white vinegar, so it was just nothing but sour vinegar flavor. The Hot was just Frank's Red Hot, but the wings themselves were so bad it made it taste even worse. The BBQ was marginally acceptable, and the Lemon Pepper was just sour and salty. My group ordered sandwiches and burgers as well, all of them were dry and tasted off. As a whole, please NEVER COME HERE. My group

Came here after Head in the Clouds with my friends! We came around 12:15am, and there was a pretty…read morebig line outside, so we had to wait a bit, but we got seated pretty quick (15-20min). We ordered the honey garlic chicken, seafood pancake, tteokbokki, and corn cheese. For 4 people this was a good amount of food. First off the honey garlic chicken was AMAZING. the chicken was super juicy and crispy and the honey made the fried skin taste like a biscuit. It was actually insane, I would come back here just for the chicken, 10/10. The seafood pancake was also amazing. It was crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. It had lots of shrimp and squid, and dipped in the sauce it was delicious, 10/10. I'd say both the corn cheese and tteokbokki were not super worth it. The tteokbokki was relatively small, given the price. And it was quite spicy, a little too spicy for me. The corn cheese tasted like butane gas, or how a birthday candle smells, so it was just alright. Both were a 5/10. I would definitely come back again to try more food!

I visited Urban Pocha, and it was an okay experience. The food didn't particularly stand up to me,…read morebut was service was good and friendly. The tteokbokki was decent and satisfied my friend and I's late night cravings. The seafood pancake was pretty mushy, hard to pick up, and lacked the crispy texture I hoped for. Still a fun atmosphere and huge space for hanging out with friends!

I was so sad to drive by yesterday and see that Bambino's was gone. The building was empty, and…read morethere was a new sign out front announcing that a café is coming soon. It honestly broke my heart. The man who I assume was the owner always seemed to be running the place himself. He was a true one-man show, and somehow still managed to make the best wings I've ever had. I'm not exaggerating when I say I'd buy those wings out of someone's backyard if he was still making them. They were that good. Bambino's was one of Pasadena's hidden gems. I genuinely think more people would have fallen in love with it if it had been in a busier, more visible location. The food deserved so much more recognition. I'm really hoping this isn't the end of Bambino's. If the owner ever opens another location, starts a food truck, or even just starts selling those wings somewhere else, I'll be one of the first people in line. Thank you for all the incredible meals and memories. You'll definitely be missed.

Cute little hole in the wall tucked away across from an Indian market. I never knew about this…read moreplace until hubby suggested we order dinner from here. Came straight from my son's sports camp so ordered as soon as we got there. There is a small patio area outside and a small eating area inside, as well. We were greeted as soon as we entered and saw the giant menu hanging above the register. Ordered a white pizza, chicken tenders, and fries. We waited about 15 minutes. The man who was working was very friendly with my son and played peek a boo with him. The pizza was delicious and crispy! It looked like my son enjoyed his chicken tenders and fries. I think we found a new go to pizza place!

Man, I really wish someone had put me onto this hot chicken spot sooner because I've been missing…read moreout. This was easily one of the best chicken sandwiches I've had in a long time. The seasoning was packed with flavor from the very first bite, and every bite after that just kept getting better. The chicken had the perfect crunch on the outside while staying incredibly juicy and tender on the inside. It honestly felt like it was cooked to perfection. What really stood out was how balanced everything was. Sometimes hot chicken places focus only on the spice, but here the flavor comes first. The seasoning complemented the chicken instead of overpowering it, making every bite memorable. You can tell they take pride in what they're serving because the quality shines through. This is definitely a spot I'll be coming back to, and I already know I'll be bringing my guys that hoop with me because they're always asking me where the best chicken sandwich is. There are still a few things on the menu I need to try, but if they're anywhere near as good as this sandwich, I know I'm in for another great meal.

Only tastes good if spicy. The plain one doesn't have much flavor at all. The giant chicken…read morepieces are totally misleading because the batter is super thick (like two-thirds of each piece of chicken), not to my liking. The spice profile reminds me of Howlin Ray which I dislike also. ONLY thing I like is their fries. The 'orange sauce' is good too but a good fried chicken needs no sauce. (Another reason I dislike Korean fried chicken and Raising Canes because they're all about the sauce game.) Get yourself to the supermarket and pick up a Banquet "Nashville Hot Chicken" frozen dinner...your wallet and tastebud will thank you!

Great happy hour location! Parking is a little difficult unless you find a space across the street…read more The food is decent pub food and the drinks are pretty good. The service has always been prompt but may be delayed on busy days. The location has both indoor and outdoor seating but I've only utilized the indoor booth seating.

Awesome spot tucked away on Green Street in Old Town Pasadena!…read moreFriends and I love coming here to watch all of our sports games, everything from NBA Finals to FIFA World Cup - service is quick and staff is friendly/accommodating as always. Food is decent. Come early - seats get taken quickly! Good vibes all around, will be back for the next major sporting event!

Nine & Nine is a small Thai restaurant on Colorado in Pasadena, with very generous portions of…read morefood. I stopped by here around 7PM on a Sunday and thankfully was able to find street parking quickly (bonus--parking was free on Sundays). The menu is pretty simple but has all of the Thai standards like noodles, curry, and rice dishes. I opted for the Pad Thai, which was delicious. It came with chicken as well as two pieces of shrimp, and the portion was very generous. The food also came out in around 10 minutes, which I was very grateful for as I was pretty hungry when I ordered. The cafe is fairly casual and there were several people picking up takeout orders. Most dishes were under $20 which I think is very fair in this day and age. Definitely looking to return and trying some of their other dishes (fried rice looked good, maybe I'll try that next).

Nine & Nine Thai kitchen is the definition of a great neighborhood hole in the wall spot. No…read morefrills, with just a handful of tables inside and some patio seating but the food is consistently excellent. Their daily lunch special (11am -3pm) is one of the best deals around for only $14. It comes with your preferred protein entree, a side salad, white rice and your choice of 2 egg rolls or chicken potstickers. My favorite is their cashew nut chicken, extra spicy. The beef and broccoli is great too. The food is always flavorful, fresh and the portions are generous. They have a great menu with a lot of appetizers, soups, noodles and your favorite Thai dishes. They have a nice list of dessert options including mango sticky rice and homemade coconut Ice cream. Online ordering is available too but service is always fast and friendly. Street parking is no longer free in Pasadena as of 2026. Lots of paid parking in nearby lots. This is a must try spot for authentic and affordable Thai food in Pasadena's playhouse district.

Came here late one Monday evening (about 30 minutes before closing) and the workers were awesome…read more They treated us like they were genuinely happy we walked in. The store was super clean, and the staff was friendly and accommodating. I was a little worried the food had been sitting under a heat lamp all day since it was so late, but that wasn't the case at all. Everything was cooked right, tasted fresh, and was really good. Awesome place. Will definitely be back soon.

Service was great! Parking was good on Green! The gyro was huge! So portions are def shareable. I…read morewish there was a little more balance on the chicken gyro. It was super meaty! Tasty just lots of meat. Maybe a few more ingredients would be fun. Onions, pickled onions? Cute little place to sit and enjoy.