I ordered the Head in the Clouds from Mi Piace, and it was delicious. Cannot recommend it enough, especially if you like drinks with a little bit of spice. The best part about Mi Piace, besides the great drinks and better food, is the world class service. The waiters and waitresses are incredibly friendly and personable. I've been coming to this restaurant for over a decade, and it's the service that always has me coming back. Also, as a bonus, the Afro house tracks they play occasionally have had me pull out my phone and Shazam the songs multiple times. read more

Mi Piace - Head in the Clouds - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Fantastic food. Highly recommend the Lasagna Bolognese. Additionally, the Pescatore is the best the my friend has ever had. Highly recommend! The restaurant is clean and the service team is fantastic. read more

The food and service was incredible, our server was Frank and he took incredibly good care of us, a party of seven which definitely isn't easy. The owner Armen was also very welcoming, he came over to make sure everything was going smoothly, and it was a great meal. I definitely reccomend the spaghetti and meatballs, it's a classic, but it's been elevated to the peak. read more

Mi Piace - Spaghetti con Polpette - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

We had an amazing dinner at Mi Piace, a great atmosphere with great food. Service was quick, and very welcoming right off the bat. -Jack and Ana read more

My husband and I came here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We had been told so many good things about this restaurant but were pretty disappointed with it. The hostess was the best part of our evening, she was so friendly and engaging. The service was painfully slow, all the tables around us, even those that came after us, were given their food before we even received our waters and salad although we had ordered before them. The server who placed the food at our table just put it in the center of the table without saying anything and walked away. The caesar salad was pretty bland which I was so sad about because I love caesar salads. The bread was stale. The pasta was ok. My husband got the carbonara with the meatball on the side. He thought the meatball was the best part. I got the spicy paccheri which was decent. The pasta was a bit overcooked. The espresso martini also was pretty average. All in all, will give this place a pass the next time. read more

Service was phenomenal. I forgot the servers name but we were there on Saturday and he was great. Apps - bruschetta - this was so good. The tomatoes popped and the avocado added a great touch - skinny fries with sauce. My wife and niece liked the curry flavor I liked the truffle one. Very solid and addicting Mains - the pastas we selected were all good. From the vodka to the shrimp and ravioli. A lot of flavors and they look like small portions. But they were more than enough Dessert - favorite part of the meal. We tried the crème brûlée and a chocolate dessert. Both were crazy good. read more

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五月的風， 裹著的是康乃馨的香，因為上帝無法無處不在，所以創造了母親，其實擁有再多都不算富，家裡有娘才是福，不管幾歲，只要母親仍在，我們永遠可以當那個任性的小孩，少年不懂父母恩，懂時已是中年時，因為有媽媽，我是一個幸福的孩子，因為有孩子，我也是一個幸福的媽咪，來放一下幸福的媽咪吃的母親節午餐～ Mi Piace, 在 Pasadena 開幾十年的名店，來過幾次，每次我都很喜歡，小孩也來過兩次，只是他們太小都不記得了， 母親節過來，晚了 訂位15 分 ， 再等就是半個小時了，這裡當天真的是人山人海，也太多人了， 小孩的pasta , 我們的前菜炸小卷，跟點的兩份pizza 都有水準， 唯一比較失敗的是我的羊排，要 medium rare , 來的時已經是medium well, 可能是母親節太忙，可以理解，我記得他家的點心很好吃，點了他們新開發的開心果 butter cake , 是很不錯，帳單來時才看到24 元一個， 跟他們的pizza 一樣價格， 小孩說～ 還好還好，吃不完所以只公家吃點一個～ read more

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First time back to Mi Piace in a long time, and I'm very glad to have rediscovered this top notch gem in Old Town. The space is as inviting as ever, bright and cheery, and sparkling clean. The white table cloths up the ante a bit at a time when so many places opt for bare tables and industrial funk. Our server was friendly and made sure to check on us repeatedly, offering refills and making sure we had everything we needed. Soft drinks arrived quickly, and our food arrived without any delay at all. I ordered the Italian Wedge Salad, which is a creatively-presented and generous offering that makes for a light-yet-filling lunch. The crisp, cool iceberg comes topped with a fresh and tasty melange of salami, olives, peppers, onions, tomatoes and croutons, enveloped with a rich and savory Gorgonzola Ranch Dressing. This is a terrific and flavorful salad that really hits the spot, and the dressing in particular is crave-inducing. My friend ordered the Sesame Chicken, served with a lemon scallion sauce, pasta and sautéed fresh veggies. While I didn't taste it, it looked fantastic, and my buddy said it was quite good. For at least 25 years, Mi Piace has been a reliably excellent Italian restaurant in Pasadena. I'm sure the menu has evolved, and changes have happened, but after an absence of a few years it's nice to see that the things that really matter have remained much the same -- which is to say, Great! read more

Mi Piace - Sesame Chicken in a lemon scallion sauce - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Last of the remaining popular Italian restaurants along Colorado in Old Town Pasadena, Mi Piace is a modern, vibrant place for great Italian and Italian American flavors. From the late 80s this has been a favorite place for many patrons, recalling long wait lines even before the bumping music and loud bar crowd. Decor-wise, there have been many changes and updates. Their menu has stayed mainly the same with many changes, including a specials menu that seems to get longer as the years pass. I will have to make note of some of the dishes that used to be bold, spicy, and pungent have been dialed back. Fortunately, ingredients continue to be fresh and vibrant. Seafood items are on point, and pastas are delectable, fine-dining worthy. The bar and wine list are excellent here. Not completely focused on Italian regions, French wines are listed and offer a great option to pair. The staff is attentive and very friendly. The front of the house has an accommodating attitude, and the open kitchen aura gives an interactive vibe to the dining room. Unfortunately, the only caveat that I just can't get past is the loud club music screeching through my dining experience while my party and I were struggling to see our menu, which continued to our plates. I truly miss some of the older decor that paired a bright dining area with great, vibrant food while listening to the tracks of the Gypsy Kings. read more

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Eh...no, non mi piace, after all. We came here on a Friday night for our anniversary, just for desserts, and mostly on the strength of other people's rave reviews of the tiramisu. Unfortunately, the tiramisu could use more tira and more su. Super light coffee flavor and completely flavorless mascarpone cream on top. The only real flavor here was the cocoa powder on top - bitter. We also got the creme brulee cheesecake which was an oddly gummy, thick texture. The creme brulee on top was nice, but not very crisp either. We sat in the lounge area which was strangely lit. Over by the window, it was suuupper bright track lighting, even at 10pm. This made that whole half of the small lounge area quite bright as well. More like a showroom floor than a chill lounge. I'm sure it's much nicer if you are seated at the bar - clearly the preferred spot, since all those seats were taken. Service was ...it existed. It was pleasant enough, if confused and confusing. The best part was the 90/00s dance music they were playing (not very well mixed by the dj tho ). And the way too expensive Smoke & Mirrors cocktail. All in all, this place is overpriced and the atmosphere is just not very welcoming, in either half of the restaurant. And God help you if you need to use the men's room, which is an entirely different building that you have to leave the restaurant to get to, has a lock code, and is not in any way maintained or cleaned. read more

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When walking into the establishment, the ambiance was subtle and welcoming. We got sat fairly quick and greeted right away. The food was delicious, especially the salad. Probably the best salad I've had in a while! The pizza was cooked just right with a perfect crunch with every bite! Definitely coming back to try out the other pastas they had on their menu! read more

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Mi Piace "I like it" is a an established Italian restaurant on Colorado in Old Pasadena offering a wide variety of Italian dishes - some strong, some lacking - at an elevated price. My extended family (8 total) and I came for a celebration on a Saturday around 11:30. The restaurant was fairly empty at first but by the time we left at 1:30 it was mostly full. We were greeted by a friendly hostess and waitress who and shown to our table. The restaurant is classic but not overstated, with desserts on display. We started with two orders of the focaccia with olive oil and balsamic ($8). While I contend bread should be gratis at a place of this caliber, it was tasty, very well seasoned and salted, with butter, cheese, and spices baked in to the top. Following was the Bruschetta ($20) which was large with six pieces (see photo). The tomatoes, avocado, and oil were fresh but the bread was somewhat lacking and could have benefited from a longer toast. The Calamari Fritti ($20) was also good although a little more fried than I would have liked. The dipping sauce added a fair bit of acidity and a little kick though to balance things out. Following we ordered a number of items the table shared. The Mamma Mia pizza ($29) was in my opinion the strongest entry of the day with a thin crust without flop, pepperoni, prosciutto, artichokes, and just enough spice. The Classica pizza ($23) was also quite good with a variety of tangy cheeses on top. Both were quite large and I will be enjoying them the rest of the weekend. The lunch only Pollo Panino with fries ($19) was quite underwhelming with a mixture of ingredients that did not go well together and was set with insufficient spread separating them from the dry bread. The Fettuccini Alfredo ($32) with shrimp (+$8) was also quite disappointing, lacking in much flavor for the sauce. The shrimp was cooked well, however. The Lasagna Bolognese ($35) was fairly good, with thin noodles between beef and cheese and was probably the lightest and most intricate lasagna I've had in some time. The Spaghetti Polp Polpette ($36) was also great with two large, delectable meatballs bursting with flavor. Overall, the Mamma Mia Pizza, Lasagna Bolonese, and Spaghetti Polp Polpette were the strongest entires and worth getting. The others were not impressive. Our server was friendly and accommodating, caring for us even when we brought in our own cake, charging only a modest serving fee ($1/guest). Value, as stated above, I feel is somewhat overpriced, with virtually all entries about $5-10 more expensive than expected for a similar restaurant if the same quality. Overall, if you're a more value-oriented customer or order one of the weaker entries above, I suspect "no, grazie" is an appropriate reaction to this well established restaurant. If you are looking for classic Italian in Old Pasadena and have a discerning eye for the menu and reviews, however, "Mi Piace" is something you'll certainly be saying. Food: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Service: 4.5/5 Value: 3/5 read more

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I love the food and the service (always consistent), but after the last visit, we left a bit disappointed. The cleanliness was lacking! The tables had crumbs, the menus and their inside sheet protectors were filthy, and the glassware & plates were not presentable. Our waitress was great - she was kind enough to change the wine glass and was attentive overall. Unfortunately, I don't foresee visiting anytime soon read more

Mi Piace - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

My family came here for dinner over the weekend to celebrate my mother in law's birthday and it turned out to be a lovely evening. We arrived a bit earlier than our reservation time but were able to wait at the bar and order truffle fries as a snack which was a nice starter. When we were seated for dinner our waitress was very sweet and explained each off menu special and gave us a couple recommendations. The food was excellent. We started with the bruschetta and Caesar salad, both fresh and flavors as expected. My husband also got the espresso martini which he thoroughly enjoyed. All the main courses came out together. We got the ribeye special cooked medium rare and it was perfectly cooked as requested and big enough to share. The chicken parmesan was hearty, the piccata de pollo was bright with the light lemony sauce, and the spaghetti carbonara was rich and creamy. The broccoli was very savory but a bit too spicy for my taste. During our meal, the owner stopped by to warmly greet us which was a nice personal gesture. We ended with sharing a few desserts. The chocolate soup which was sweet and rich, the creme brûlée cheesecake, and complimentary strawberry cheesecake for the bday girl. All were delicious! read more

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Came here for a graduation dinner, the service was great! I really enjoyed the cacio de Pepe and bolognese (added on a meatball for $7) The pepperoni pizza was salty. Other than that everything was pretty good. We had lots of leftovers that also heated up great the next day. read more

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We took our picky teenagers here for dinner, and it turned out to be one of the best family meals we've had in a long time. The food menu is great with so many great options that even the most selective eaters can find something they love, plenty of classic Italian pastas, pizzas, and family favorites that kept everyone happy without any complaints. The service was truly amazing, attentive and friendly from start to finish. The cocktails and mocktails looked (and tasted) delicious. Everything felt fresh and high-quality, with ingredients. The vibe and atmosphere were incredible, cozy yet lively, with that perfect Old Town Pasadena energy. Whoever's in charge of the playlist deserves a raise, the music was spot-on, setting such a relaxed mood that we genuinely didn't want to leave. It just felt so good being there! Highly recommend Mi Piace for families, date nights, or just a night when you want excellent Italian food. We'll definitely be back soon! read more

Mi Piace - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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This place is reallyyy trying to be fancy. The food was actually great - I loved my pesto linguine - it was so flavorful and well-spiced! read more

Mi Piace - Linguine Pesto - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Mi Piace is an authentic Italian restaurant in Old Town Pasadena. There's a nearby parking structure (most costly) or street parking (cheaper) that's available. I came here for Valentine's Day dinner and it was packed! You must make a reservation in advance to secure a spot. The table I was seated at was located by the bar, so I had a wonderful view. For food, I tried a few dishes. The Insalanta Mi Piace salad was solid - loved the heirloom carrots and tomatoes. The pastas were also stand-ours; the lumache salmone vodka pasta is great if you love smoked salmon, and the carbonara was the best they I've ever had. I also tried the cheese pizza - portion was generous and crust was perfect. Lastly, for dessert, I had the new hot cheese cake which was a solid recommendation from the staff. Service was fantastic. Even though the were busy, the staff was attentive and made sure we had a good time. It was top notch restaurant hospitality. Lastly, price wasn't too bad. For the large portion sizes, great taste, and high quality service, I thought the experience was rather affordable for what it's worth. Overall, I had a great meal and would've love to come back. read more

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Goodness after going to New York and eating Italian food over there and coming back to the West Coast, our "Italian food "basically sucks! And yet my boyfriend found this particular place down in LA!! Well, old Pasadena to be exact! Goodness, goodness, goodness! I'm not too sure who's Nonna gave up all their family recipes, but I'm sure glad she did!! This was my first time ever attending this restaurant and my boyfriend comes here monthly!! He loves the salad that's basically like a taco salad and these pumpkin ravioli, decadent pieces! I ended up getting the smoked salmon pasta, and we got two appetizers, the calamari which were made perfectly light and crisp with an amazing dipping sauce, as well as the brussels sprouts that were spicy and ziti yet fresh!! Since we don't eat pork, we ordered them without the pancetta. My boyfriend said he never saw the server that we had before so he figured she was new. I think there was a bit of a language barrier because I ordered a bottle of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, she came with two glasses of wine instead. Simple misunderstanding, but when my boyfriends business partner asked if we could keep the two glasses of wine and just get the other two, since that would be four glasses of wine, I guess she got confused with his request and just came back with a new bottle of a Napa Chardonnay. She was about to open the bottle when I stopped her by waving my hand. Honestly, I don't like Chardonnay. It's too sweet or something. A Sauvignon Blanc has a crisp flavor-fruity that pairs perfectly for me with fish. She stopped and looked at the bottle and then went back to her Manager as she needed help. I'm guessing, finding the correct bottle. The ambience was fairy lively, minus the dinner crowd, perhaps, since we were sitting on the bar side, but in a lower booth, which I rather being in since that side of the restaurant was cooler in temperature. The main dining area to the left of us seemed a little stuffy when we came in side for dinner at 8:30 PM. Maybe because it was 80° earlier in the day? Nevertheless, I would love to come back here again and try more dishes, and I'm sorry I cannot give five stars because our server seemed to get a bit confused and brought out our dishes of food in a different order from which we ordered them. Lol I'm not too sure how that happened when my boyfriend and I ordered our appetizers along with our main courses then about 20 minutes later, his business associate showed up and ordered another appetizer and yet he got his food before we ever got our appetizer?! Very interesting, but nevertheless, I think the young lady was new. read more

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I wanted to do their dine LA menu to try them out. I thought we got off on the wrong foot when their hostess directed us to a table in the corner. I didn't want to sit there because I knew the sun would hit me in the back (it was 86F there today) but it was fine for an hour. When it started to be too much we were already thankfully done eating. I don't understand why we couldn't be seated somewhere more comfortable, like in the middle of the restaurant where they directed their other customers. Were we squished into that tiny corner because we said we wanted to do the dine LA menu? Our server Al was kind to us. He was attentive and kept filling our water glasses. The other waitstaff members were warm and accommodating as well. They always asked if we needed anything. My husband ordered the burrata and chicken whereas I ordered the tuna tartare and the petite filet mignon. Suffice it to say that he left the restaurant on a full stomach while I did not. I put my hand next to the tuna tartare for scale - it was a tiny piece that was smaller than half my palm. Such a shame given how yummy it was. I sensed bits of preserved lemon in there. The steak was fine too, cooked perfectly. They weren't kidding when they said it was a petite filet. That I expected. However, I've been making potato pave for a while now and what that is, is layers of mandolined potato baked for 90 minutes, compacted overnight and then deep fried. The potato pave I was given was basically a mashed potato that was cubed, frozen and then deep fried. That's not potato pave. The menu said for dessert, they offered "cannoli." In Italian, to indicate a singular piece, they call it "cannolo" so I was a little surprised when I was handed a plate of just one 3-inch long cannolo. It was light, crispy and the ricotta inside was flavorful and creamy. I may have been misled but I loved this dessert. As an Italian place, they should have caught this. All in all, it seems that Mi Piace offers delicious food on their à la carte menu. I strongly suggest doing that to sample their other offerings. It's a beautiful restaurant with top notch service and amazing food that may be small in portion but packs a punch. read more

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The place was so crowded. Even with a reservation we had to wait over half an hour. Food was superb but service was unfortunately disappointing - probably because the place was packed and they probably didn't have enough staff. Hopefully it's much better on a different night when it's not Mother's Day weekend. Reservation highly recommended. read more

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Decent Vibe, but Everything Else was Just Average. I really wanted to be more impressed by Mi Piace, but my experience was the definition of a 3-star visit. While the restaurant has a nice energy and is located in a great part of Old Pasadena, nothing about the meal itself really stood out. We tried several dishes, including the pasta, and found them to be strictly "okay." There was no "wow" factor or depth of flavor that made the price point feel justified. It's also worth noting that unlike many Italian spots, there was no complimentary bread service, which was a bit disappointing. Atmosphere: 4/5 - Good energy and a nice spot for people-watching. Service: 3/5 - Standard service, nothing particularly memorable. Food: 3/5 - The pasta and other dishes were fine, but ultimately forgettable and lacked a punchy, authentic flavor. If you're looking for a place to grab a drink in a lively setting, this works. But if you're looking for a standout Italian meal that leaves an impression, you might want to keep looking. read more

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Delicious food the owner was amazing thank you! Definitely will come back soon! Ms Sandra was also excellent. read more

Mi Piace - Chicken Piccata - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Amazing food! My mom has been coming to this place for years and wanted us to try it! Pizza was freshly made and the lasagna was very flavorful and not too heavy! read more

I wanted to like Mi Piace, but overall it was a disappointing experience. Starting with the negatives: the wine glasses and napkins were dirty, the menus were falling apart, and the tables didn't match or sit level, which made the restaurant feel less polished than expected. The food also felt overpriced for the quality. The steak was overcooked and plated poorly, and the presentation overall was underwhelming. The Margherita pizza was disappointing -- the mozzarella both looked and tasted odd. The Caesar salad lettuce was clearly not fresh. I'm honestly surprised when people call this the best Italian restaurant in Pasadena, especially when there are so many places serving fresh pasta and higher-quality dishes. That said, the staff was friendly. The bartender and our waiter Miguel were both very nice and attentive, even though the cork broke while opening my wine bottle. The Brussels sprouts were excellent, and the filet mignon beef tartare was one of the better dishes we tried. Overall, I'd give Mi Piace 3/5 stars. Some good moments, but not enough for me to come back. read more

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The food was delicious, not your regular spaghetti and meatballs! The drinks were creative and tasty, customer service was top notch! The ambiance of the place felt so welcoming and the music just made it all better!!! My man and I came out to celebrate our 4 year anniversary and he picked such a perfect spot to do just that! Also he made the reservation online because we've seen how busy it gets! Oh and don't forget the dessert! We had Tiramisu and it was to die for, it just melted on your tongue! read more

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The pizza was amazing. The apple pie has some sage? Oregano? in it and it's awful. Service was bad that I just cannot give more than three out of five read more

Mi Piace - Apple pie - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

One of my absolute favorite places to dine in Pasadena. Every time I walk in, I'm greeted with the warmest welcome, it truly feels like family. As an Italian, I rarely go out for Italian food because my standards are sky‑high, but Mi Piace is one of the very few places I trust. I've been coming here for over 10 years, and the vibe is always incredible. I love that I can pop in for a quick drink at any time of day and it's always lively and fun. It's the kind of spot that fits any mood: a beautiful family dinner, a girls' night out, or even a super kid‑friendly meal. I recently brought my son, and everyone was so kind to him too. Their osso buco and vongole pasta are my go‑tos--classic, comforting, and authentically Italian. And the cocktails? Easily on par with the fancy spots in LA. The espresso martini is one of the best I've had, genuinely comparable to Soho House. Love you, Armen and fam! read more

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Went to Mi Piace with friends after a fun day exploring Pasadena. We had reservations and were seated right away, which was a great start especially since one of our friends had recommended the spot. Drinks were ordered quickly and arrived in a reasonable time. We started with two appetizers: the Brussels sprouts and the fresh baked focaccia (with and without cheese to accommodate dietary needs). Both came out fairly quickly and were a nice start to the meal. Unfortunately, things went downhill after we placed our dinner orders. It took over an hour and a half to receive our meals, and that was only after we brought it to the manager's attention. Once we spoke up, the food arrived about 15 minutes later but by then we were already two hours into our reservation. It honestly felt like our order may have been misplaced, especially since nearby tables who were seated after us received their meals much sooner. When the food did arrive, it was warm and flavorful. I ordered the Vongole Veraci (clams and linguini), which had good flavor and a generous portion of clams. After dinner, the owner came by to apologize and offered dessert or drinks, but we were ready to leave at that point. He did make an effort to make things right by providing a discount on our bill, which we appreciated. The ambiance is nice overall, though it can get a bit loud with the music and crowd. Service, however, definitely needs improvement based on this experience. Overall, I'm giving it 3 stars. I'd be willing to try it again for the food, but hoping for a much smoother experience next time. read more

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Omg... this is hands down the BEST tiramisu ever Every single dish we ordered was incredible. Absolutely loved the pescatore and the 22-day aged bone-in ribeye--just perfection. Still my favorite restaurant after 20 years read more

Mi Piace - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Authentic Italian!!! So good! We got the escargot, truffle pasta, and veal Milanese. We arrived around 6 and there was a decent amount of guest on a Monday. By 7pm the place got packed. Love the Pasadena ambiance. Well definitely be back read more

Mi Piace - Escargot - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

This is the first time I took my family to enjoy a meal here. The dining experience was very delightful and welcoming. Our food server gave excellent customer service. The music that was playing in. The restaurant was so relaxing and cool. But the food speaks for itself. We ordered multiple things and each one was equally fresh and delicious. I'm definitely coming back for another meal and a great glass of wine. read more

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4 stars for service and the food. Our waitress was super attentive and helpful. The kitchen accommodated our allergens. They had a special room to store our stroller. Losing a star for something management needs to bring to the owners attention- this is a family restaurant. Add a baby changing station to your bathroom! read more

Mi Piace - Minestrone - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I came here with my girlfriend on a Saturday night with a reservation at 7 and it was packed full of people in this establishment. I came at 6:45 just to possibly get seated earlier, only to not get seated until 7:30. I'm not the biggest fan of having to wait half hour longer for a reservation, but they were pretty busy after all. Once we got called over, we got placed at a small table lined up close to other small tables. It honestly felt a little too close to my liking to near the other parties, as I like a more intimate experience. It was pretty loud too, so it made it hard to listen at times. It was also strange that they changed the lighting halfway through the dinner, as it went from moderate lighting to a lot darker lighting, which made it harder to see what we were eating without flashing a camera light if needed. Anyway, it was another 10-15 minutes after getting seated before we saw our server, and he was very quick and courteous. My girlfriend and I decided to get brussel sprouts to start off and two pastas (gnocchi and linguine w/truffle) as the mains. It also came with complimentary bread, which was pretty good as it had a nice garlicky taste. The brussel sprouts were also nicely cooked with a mild hot honey taste to it. And then we got our pastas, and it ranged from ok to disappointing. The linguine with truffle, which I also added shrimp, was decent. The pasta was cooked nicely, wasn't salty, and shrimp tasted good. However, it just lacked that extra "oomph" to the sauce and felt a little one dimensional other than the lemon added to it. Perhaps it needed some added cheese and chili flakes to add to it, which I saw some tables had, but ours did not. The gnocchi though, I was not a fan of. The pasta texture was fine, but the sauce was just plain to me. It honestly tasted like I was just eating cooked plain gnocchi and nothing more. The total bill came out to be $102 before tip for this dinner, and it was honestly not worth it. For an Italian place, despite the ingredients being of good quality, it was disappointing that the flavor just wasn't there for the pasta we had. There are better Italian restaurants in the LA/SGV area than Mi Piace for sure. Hell I will be honest, I have had better pasta dishes at the local SGV area Asian spots for cheaper too. 2.5 experience for me, but I'm going to have to round down for the Yelp system due to the longer than usual wait and poor value in relation to the overall experience. read more

Mi Piace - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Mi Piace has been one of my go to's for past 20 years. The focaccia bread is made in house & the most authentic Italian bread that we have had, even tastier than in Italy. We love the beautiful setting of the restaurant. We always order the sesame pollo and I love the brown butter squash ravioli. The dessert was not as many selections as I remember in the glass case and was not the dessert standard I am used to. The servers were so busy but still made you feel water on including love that the owner still comes around greeting you. Other than that it is still one of mine & my husband's favorite restaurant. read more

We came for my grandma's 96th Birthday and the restaurant provided stellar service to make the experience fabulous. The waitress was attentive getting our order straight away, providing suggestions, and topping off our drinks. In advance, we made preparations with the restaurant to provide small accommodations like seating for my grandma so she is comfortable. She was very comfortable and the restaurant took care of all of us. Thank you! We ordered several entrees and highly recommend all of them! You can't go wrong with any of their foods. Everything came out fast and satisfactory. -Pepperoni, Mushroom Sausage Pizza- Delicious. -Seafood Pasta -Meat Lasagne -Spaghetti with Meatballs The ambiance is very classic Italian and family-oriented. All the tables are covered with beautiful white. This is the place where you come celebrate, catch up with family, and have a warm Italian feasting! read more

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The food was so delicious. I had the carbonara and it was very creamy. Frank our waiter was very attentive and the owner Armen came over to check on us. The wine list was extensive and we chose a lovely red from Spain. The crème brûlée was beautiful. read more

Mi Piace - Crème brûlée - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Such a great Italian restaurant. The food was delicious, and the bartender truly stood out, super friendly and made great drinks. Overall, a really enjoyable experience with great service. read more

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Came on a Sunday around 2:30 and though it wasn't busy, it took a little bit to get our table ready! I got the bucatini pomodoro. I believe it was $28. This is pricey for the small portion. But I guess you're paying for the fact that it's a handmade and fresh pasta. And you can tell it's both! They also cook it perfectly al dente. The pomodoro had a deep and rich flavor, not just a plain tomato sauce. You can tell it's a heavier sauce with cheese and the porcini mushrooms cooked into it. I wish they put more cheese and maybe more basil on top. It was a good dish, and our waiter (Michele) was kind and attentive but wouldn't be my choice of places (especially out of all to eat around) if I was back in the area again read more

An elegant restaurant with phenomenal staff. They constantly checked up on me, poured my sparkling water and asked if I liked the food. I ordered the mamma Mia pizza which has honey on it. The salami on it was spicy and peppers and fantastic! Although adding honey makes it more greasy, so note to self to omit honey on pizza. But it was delicious. The steak tartare was a star of the menu, and I had the almond rocha cake which has white cake layers if you don't want a 100% chocolate cake. I loved the place, the location, the service and food. It's not totally authentic and the music is mostly Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, but still a lovely place to dine. read more

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