This place always hits! The lady running the front of house is so nice she always remembers me…read more There's not anything I have tried as long as I was in the mood for it that I haven't liked. Their shrimp is great, the chicken katsu is great, and I like the value of their combinations. They have some Hawaiian canned beverages that are all very sweet and complement the food. Just be aware it is take away only from here. OH almost forgot, I really like their macaroni salad. Add Top to your list of indulgences at a fair value!

Don't let the name fool you and definitely don't let the location scare you off. Top Restaurant is…read moretucked into a small, rundown shopping center on Colorado Blvd in Pasadena and from the outside you'd never guess what's waiting inside. This is my third visit and every single time it delivers. This is an Indonesian/Hawaiian restaurant -- and a seriously impressive one. The menu spans both worlds, and no matter which direction you go, you're in for something special. Take out only, no tables, but trust me -- you won't care. The 4 Piece Indonesian Fried Chicken with rice is an absolute must. Some of the best fried chicken I have ever had. The crust is insanely crispy, the seasoning is perfect, and the Indonesian dipping sauce ties it all together in a way that's completely unique. This alone is worth the drive. The Hawaiian plates are equally impressive. The short ribs were fall-off-the-bone tender, the beef and chicken were perfectly marinated -- sweet, savory, and deeply flavorful. Everything comes with rice and a creamy mac salad, and the Hawaiian Sun drinks (Mango Orange and Strawberry Lilikoi) are the perfect companion to wash it all down. Plates run between $16-$20 but the portions are generous and the quality is exceptional -- you absolutely get your money's worth. The owner and cook are extraordinarily welcoming, and everything comes out hot and fresh every single time. Top Restaurant is a hidden gem of the highest order. If you're in Pasadena, make the trip.

My #1 spot for lunch. The fish is always super fresh, and it's literally only 4 minutes away from…read morethe my office. The staff is attentive, the service is fast, and they already know exactly what I like. You really can't beat fresh fish and quick service. Jojo is my favorite. She always takes care of my poke order and somehow gives the most useful relationship advice at the same time.

Earlier afternoon, I ordered the small poke bowl. The base is brown rice. The protein was albacore…read moreand spicy tuna. Toppings I chose were white onion, edamame, pineapple, and sesame seed. The sauce I chose was ponzu sauce. I like the spice level of the spicy tuna. One side of the albacore was grilled which was surprising. It was $15.45 for the small bowl. The price seems reasonable. One employee asked if I'd like crab and seaweed salad. I said yeah. Crab is probably imitation crab. I like that the crab and seaweed salad are free. I don't think other poke bowl restaurants serve them for free. I like how the sauces and toppings are labeled on the display cases or glass. I didn't see the trash can so I asked an employee where I was supposed to place the tray and bowl. He said he could take it. Employees were kind. One employee said I'd be paying with cash since I had a $20 bill out. There are at least 4 tables inside. Music played through the speakers. Chairs were stools. A small plant was placed on each table. They seemed real. One table had 2 chairs on each side. Tables were grouped together. There are tables outside. Natural light filtered through the floor to ceiling windows. I could feel the AC inside.

We've been wanting to try this location and we were not disappointed. You really can't go wrong…read morewith anything on the menu but we ordered the: Plain onigiri California onigiri Salmon yuzu miso onigiri Spicy lobster shrimp onigiri Spam & egg Baked lobster shrimp onigiri 5 hand roll set (salmon, scallop, baked lobster shrimp, yellowtail, spicy tuna, and salmon sashimi) All were so fresh and delicious - especially the onigiri. You won't find fresher onigiri in LA. We love Rice & Nori!

Love having this place as an option for some quick hand rolls or onigiri…read more I need at least 85 characters in this review.

I'm from out of town and came in for lunch and the cashier which was a Mexican man very helpful and…read morekind. The service was awesome. Got a drink with my order and the soda was good. The only thing that sucks is there's no restroom. The walls could use a little cleaning, but other than that the food was delicious. P.S the pricing a little pricey if u ask me I paid $17 something for the plate with tax a little bit over $20 but they did hook it up fat so I was happy.

This L&L gives a lot but the flavors don't. Very tiny location for dining in (2 tables) and is…read morepricier than the other ones. Loco moco sauce lacks heft, gravy does nothing. Grilled chicken taste a bit bland, but Mac salad isn't that bad. The eggs are made well. I don't have much to say, but Pasadena has a lot more options and value than this. If you crave L&L and this is the only place near you, I guess...

Again, food is SO good! they always load up so much meat which makes it so worth the price. I love…read moretheir mac salad and i can't get enough of it. Service was great! Super patient and friendly still. There's plenty of tables inside and a couple tables outside. My boyfriend and I always take ours to go :) 10/10

Good food and nice staff. Easy to do phone orders…read more Excellent service Nice location Eady to get parking

Was in the area and stopped by for a quick lunch. Haven't been in a while but was craving some…read moreFilipino food. They have a small market section where you can grab snacks, sauces, and pantry items, and then a hot food area where they serve ready to eat dishes. I got some pancit, longganisa, and lechon. The pancit was solid, the longganisa was juicy and had that sweet flavor, and the lechon was really good. Moist with super crispy skin. Definitely get the sauce with it, it helps cut through the richness. Also grabbed a turon to finish and it was delicious. Left super full and ready to knock out after. Solid spot if you're in the area and craving Filipino food.

Chaaste Family Market is located at 296 Allen Avenue #3 Pasadena California 91106. It is an…read moreauthentic Filipino family Market. This is a small Market that has a little bit of everything that you're looking for from Southeast Asia. It's like a 7-Eleven, Filipino style. It's fun to look at the various items available here. You will always end up with more than just what you were looking for. I enjoy the cracker nuts, dried mangoes, and specialty dried items. Their selection of items is always changing so I like to look at what's new and on display. I will sometimes ask the front counter what just came in. The Fresh Deli, located up a small incline to the left as you enter the market, is spectacular. The flavor of the food permeates the entrance to the market. They have an incredible selection of fresh made food. It is difficult to make a decision between the different items. I asked for some help from the gentleman behind the counter. I've dealt with Christian, Gabriel and Abraham and all three are knowledgeable and helpful. He was able to explain how some of the food was prepared and the special attention that was given to each individual item. I wanted to limit myself to two items. I decided on the special marinated Beef Caldereta and the Lechon Kawali. On another trip I decided to try the Pork Tochino and the Barbecue Chicken Skewers. I can't tell you how happy I am with the flavors of the food from the deli. Everything was done to perfection. The Chicken skewers were tender and moist with a great barbecue flavor. The Toccino had a nice marinade flavor and was not too sweet. The Lechon was tender and had enough fat to give it a great flavor and texture. I have to admit the Caldereta was my favorite. Great taste, texture, and just the right spices to give it a little kick. The rice and noodles were a perfect accompaniment. All the sauces I was given added to the flavor of all the dishes. At the cash register at the front counter I paid for my items and asked about other items coming in in the near future. I found out that they are not always sure what's going to become available but always looking for something that will make their customers happy. This is truly a family establishment. I found out that everybody there is related. They definitely give exceptional service and quality merchandise, and delicious food. I look forward to coming back and trying many other items both in their market area as well as the Deli.

Bone Kettle has become one of my favorite restaurants, and it's one of those places I keep coming…read moreback to because it's consistently amazing. If you come for dinner, do yourself a favor and order the Brussels sprouts, they're only available at dinner, and I genuinely get them every single time. They're that good. The noodle soups are always incredible too. The broth is rich and flavorful, the noodles are perfectly cooked, and no matter how many times I've been, the quality has never changed. That kind of consistency is hard to find and really keeps me coming back. The service is always friendly and the food comes out surprisingly quickly, even when they're busy. I also appreciate that they're a tipless restaurant with a 20% service charge already included. It's nice knowing the staff is taken care of without having to think about calculating a tip at the end.

Most of the food was amazing, though I did not try the papaya salad. The sisig is a bit too sour…read moreand salty than I expected, but the pork belly in the sisig stood out greatly. As for the pork ribs, the tamarind sauce gave it a big boost. Beef rendang and the carbonara were also great. Service was gracious to us, as we arrived early before our reservation time and the rest of our party did not arrive until five minutes later, they let us in early, though one of the servers gave the rice bowl I ordered a bit later than expected, since I thought it was going to come out as soon as the sisig came. They also gave a drink that one of my party ordered a bit too slow. Atmosphere-wise, we dined al fresco or outside, and it was pretty cool outside, so everything was good. This was my second visit to the restaurant, and overall, I would highly recommend this place if you want to look for fine dining in Pasadena!

This place is Old Skool, probably one of the oldest restaurants in Glendale. We have been coming…read moreto Damon's now for about 10 years now to celebrate my Son's Birthday, our annual tradition.. I would have to say that over all the years the food and service has always been consistent. We always have a large party of 15+ and the staff is always willing to accommodate us every time. I usually always order my staple coconut fried shrimp, always cooked to perfection and jumbo size is an understatement.. They are of gargantuan size and the entree includes around eight of them. These coupled with one of their signature Mai Tais and boom, I am in Hawaii! The ambiance of this place is so cool! I have a thing for Tiki Bars and Polynesian places and this place doesn't disappoint! Think of the Disneyland "Tiki Room" meets "Monkeypod" in Oahu! If you have never been, take a look on trip advisor...

If Disney opened an adults-only enchanted tiki steakhouse... it'd probably look a lot like Damon's…read more Walking in feels like stepping into a time capsule. The dim lighting, bamboo, vintage Polynesian decor, hanging canoes, glowing tiki lamps, aquarium, and old-school island soundtrack make this one of the coolest dining rooms in Los Angeles. It's nostalgic in the best way, and honestly, the atmosphere alone is worth experiencing once. It's easy to see why Damon's has become such a Glendale institution since 1937. Unfortunately, that's where the experience peaked for me. We started with the potato skins, which were fine--crispy enough, loaded with cheese and bacon--but they felt like something you'd find at Chili's or TGI Fridays. Good, just not memorable. The famous house salad was fresh, but again... nothing that really stood out. For entrees we ordered the Rib Cap and the Sirloin & Shrimp. The rib cap had decent flavor, but for a premium cut I expected more tenderness and a bigger wow factor. The sirloin was cooked properly, the shrimp were fine, and the sautéed spinach was actually one of the better parts of the meal. Overall though, nothing tasted bad--it just never rose above "solid chain steakhouse" quality. The cocktails were probably the biggest surprise. In a place built around tiki culture, I expected drinks that transported me. Instead they were just... okay. Perfectly drinkable, but lacking the punch and creativity you'd hope for from such an iconic tiki destination. Reading through other reviews afterward, it seems I'm not alone. Most people absolutely love Damon's for its atmosphere, history, and nostalgic charm, while opinions on the food tend to be much more mixed. Many longtime guests return because the experience is unique, even if the menu hasn't evolved much over the years. Bottom line: Come for the atmosphere. Come for the history. Come because it's one of Southern California's classic tiki restaurants. Just don't come expecting one of LA's best steakhouses. Damon's feels like dinner inside an enchanted Disney tiki attraction, but the food and drinks never quite match the magic of the room. If they elevated the menu and cocktail program to the same level as the atmosphere, this place could easily become one of my favorite restaurants in Los Angeles. As it stands, it's a destination worth visiting--just set your expectations accordingly.