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    4.2 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Jolie F.

    Drink Only This restaurant has been around since 1984- which says a lot for Pasadena. We have venture to their sister restaurant, across the parking lot recently, so we decide to pop in for a quick drink before our dinner. During our short stay we learned a lot about the restaurant and the long term staff at this location. A unique thing that I learned was the bar that we were sitting at was transported from Chicago- established in the 1920s. This resonated with us being former Chicagoans. Unfortunately we had dinner plans, so we could not stay but the menu looked quite nice, especially nice to hear about the fresh ingredients , mesquite grill for steaks and wood burning oven. The ambiance of the restaurant compliments the menu well- dark, comfy, steak restaurant vibe. Many thanks to Anthony at the bar for providing us a window into this restaurant offerings and the history. Parking lot right outside of the restaurant- good for busy nights in Pasadena. Reservations for dinner is recommended.

    Crème Brûlée Napoleon - delicious.
    Dennis W.

    Is it okay to patron a restaurant because you remember how delicious the desserts were? If your answer is a resounding "Yes" then Parkway Grill is one of the spots for you! Prior to dessert, may I suggest the filet mignon, chicken, or rack of lamb? Chicken on a menu at a place as refined as Parkway Grill can only mean one thing; it's good. The succulent, tender, meat was removed from our chicken like flesh from baby-back ribs. I'd say this chicken must have been running around in a field...looking carefully out of the wire fence at the green grass on the opposite side. So close to escaping, you can taste the hope of freedom in each bite. I'm from Colorado, so my eye is easily tempted by the rack of lamb. But this lamb doesn't taste how my grandmother would abuse it. The rack of ribs are perfectly crusted, seasoned, and paired with scalloped potatoes. Not one, not two, but three whole asparagus accompany the meal (It might as well have been parsley). The mild flavor of the lamb and cheesiness of the potatoes hit my tongue like a gentle massage on my shoulders; warm, inviting, relaxing. The forks are as close to shovels as you can get. Wish they were smaller! Eight dollar valet parking. Yelp buddies, I have a secret to share: You can ask for items off the menu at Arroyo Chop House next door (they are sister restaurants). It's okay to share these sisters, but not those of your girlfriend or wife. I said what I said.

    Diana W.

    Everyone in our family party enjoyed their steaks, which was impressive. All the steaks were 20yrs+ aged. Service was great on refilling hot waters to more. $8 valet takes credit card or cash. My senior dad who is pretty picky with his steak, actually ate all of his. Forgot what he got but he like how tender it was. The SO thought his 40day NY Steak was decent but nothing that great. Rest of the party thought it was good. None of the bread was dairy-free. Many ppl in our party enjoyed the bread with raisins. The reason we picked this place was due to being in Pasadena, not overly loud like other places, and decent. Also, they surprisingly had a last minute cancellation dinner reservation a week before. Bare in mind, this is the Saturday before Xmas so it's a busy night. A family member works in the area and tried all the steakhouses for work, and tried this place to RSVP. I think this steakhouse is worth revisiting for our family.

    12/10/25 Staff Christmas Dinner
    Jennifer W.

    12/10/25 Chef kiss! Alluring & tasteful, classic ambiance, spectacular & enticing food with impeccable service. Our staff Christmas get together met up here in Pasadena. Take advantage of the valet. Our reservation was set at 6:45 & we were seated promptly. Our server, Chris was a tad late but he took great care of us once he's taken our orders. For starters, Caesar salad, bone narrow, black bean soup & lamb chop "lollipops". Cocktails first, these arrived shortly, The table bread .& butter was tasty but I wish it was warm bread. The bone marrow was rich & savory. The lamb lollipop was a bit cold. The Caesar salad was amazing. I ordered the salmon because I was looking forward to the risotto. The salmon was cooked perfectly but the risotto was probably not quite cooked all the way through because there was some grittiness to it (perhaps the rice was not allowed time to cook through) I would have preferred it to be soft & creamy. I should've mentioned this to Chris but everyone had their dishes already & I did not want to wait for a replacement. One of our group member's Chilean Sea Bass was over cooked. & a server informed us & offered for something on the house while the dish is being prepared again. The Special Salad of the day was made very quickly & it was superb! All in all, it was a wonderful visit & we had a good time.

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    Shanelle S.

    Classic American fine dining. Came here with my family for an early dinner after a show at the Playhouse, and made a reservation online in advance. We split a holland America farms Bibb lettuce salad and the beet salad to start; the salads were on the small side and meant for 1-2. We also had the bone marrow and hamachi crudo; I really liked the crudo. For my entree, I had the Scottish salmon which came with a good amount of veggies and felt healthy. My sister really enjoyed her scallops and my mom was astounded at how large the whole ginger fried Louisiana catfish was - that fish could've been an entree for two. My dad had the short rib and we also had fries for the table, which were nice and crispy. For dessert, we split a chocolate lava cake which was a sweet way to end the meal. Valet parking is paid but there is some street parking available too. The ladies restroom was arctic cold, so just something to note. Service was friendly but not overbearing. Credit cards and cash accepted.

    Linz Heritage Angus 40 Day Aged New York Steak with sweet Sugar Snap Peas and Weiser Farms Crispy Fingerling Potatoes.
    Jacqueline T.

    We came here for a birthday celebration. Still very good service, excellent food and amazing ambience. We will keep coming for our special celebration.

    Heidi S.

    The whole night from start to finish was beautiful. The server (mallicent?) was amazing . We started off with a couple drinks, moved on to oysters and the shrimp corn dogs . 5 starts for both. I got the Chilean sea bass which was so buttery and cooked flaky and perfectly pan seared. We also got the bone in filet, Oscar style with a side of the scalloped potatoes. I have never before had a filet bone in, the char was a beautiful perfect med rare.. very hard to come across that beautiful. The potatoes were cheesy, flavorful soft and crispy . The bernaise was homemade and tart and complemented so well with the lump crab meat. The service and ambience as well as the food was amazing. The hand wrote birthday card was beautiful.

    Marisol F.

    I visit this restaurant to celebrate my 29 wedding anniversary celebration! So excited to come back and enjoy the delicious food and the great atmosphere this restaurant offers . John was exceptional waiter and helpful with his recommendations for the currently specials. We brought a bottle of white wine to drink with our meal and he was attentive to open and serve, our glasses were never empty.. The food was outstanding with exception of that lobster Risotto. We talk to the manager when he approached to us to check out how we were doing, and he immediately took it out of the table and offer a complementary dessert. He took the risotto plate off our check. From the valet Parking to the hostess to the waiter, and the manager our experience was the best. I definitely will come back .

    We ordered the sea bass and the New York steak. Everything looks and smells amazing!
    Yovy D.

    Parkway Grill consistently serves incredibly delicious food and drinks, and their servers are truly fantastic! It's a place I feel comfortable visiting anytime, and I love sharing my positive experiences as a proud brand ambassador--beautiful exterior and lovely bar area.

    Short ribs
    Khrystyna C.

    Food was amazing and full of flavor. The service was fantastic and the manager even came out to greet us. The location was a little loud but it was a full house the night I was there. I highly recommend it.

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    Sam M.

    Came here to feast with a group and we got busy!! We got the ahi tuna tartare, the Linz Heritage Angus Bone-In Ribeye, Scallops wrapped in porcini mushrooms, and Tiger Shrimp Corndogs wrapped in a string made from radish! All were pretty good! Service was great and the ambiance was nice as well! Definitely a nice place for dinner!

    Denise M.

    The food was very good. But it's very dark inside. One thing that was more was our neighbors were using foul language. Back to the food. It was excellent. The service was good. Just so you know, 1 glass of wine was $20, martini was $18. The cat fish was perfectly cooked as it should be at $57. The steak was perfectly cooked. We also ordered pepperoni pizza which was next level. We ordered it because one review said it was really good and they were spot on. I would return

    Pistachio Ice cream was phenomenal....
    Nikki M.

    It's a very classy restaurant with great services . The only problems I noticed is that the tables are small and there are way too many plates on the table ....for example a small bread plate and a sharing plate , not to mention cups ... a water glass and wine glass add four people and there was no room for the appetizers. It was really crammed .... We had to use the decorative table to house our extra unnecessary dishes. I also noticed not a single kid in sight ...so great place for a date night for adult only conversations. The food was amazing ! You have the option to request the menu from the chop house next door which is also associated with the Parkway Grill and order steak options as well as lobster, both of which we had and it was delicious. The one thing that I really thought was perfect in form of presentation and delicious, was the dessert . The prices were phenomenal! Dinner with a bottle of wine and dessert ... let's just say it we ate and left happy.

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    Ask the Community - Parkway Grill

    What is the corkage fee?

    We didn't bring any wine .

    Will you be serving traditional Thanksgiving meals?

    We are closed on Thanksgiving Day. Thank you!

    Is there a weekday happy hour at the bar?

    The Parkway has a happy hour daily from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, and a late-night happy hour from 9:00 to 10:00 pm, Monday - Saturday. Here's the menu:… 

    Do you offer alcohol free wine?

    No, we do not have any non-alcoholic wine, just non-alcoholic beer, Heineken 00.

    Is there live music?

    Yes the piano player

    Are you open for Christmas Eve dinner?

    Yes, we are open Christmas Eve, but reservations fill up quickly!

    Do I have to make reservations for weekday lunch?

    Very busy always a good idea

    What kind of dress code are we thinking? Semi-formal?

    Casual to business casual will work just fine

    What is the corkage?

    Our corkage fee is $35 per 750 ml bottle, up to three bottles, and $50 per 750 ml bottle thereafter.

    Are Covid tests required prior to dining?

    No, no one asked. We even walked in without masks

    Is there a dress code?

    I'd call over and ask. When I've been there people are nicely dressed... no shorts, tank tops, caps etc.

    Do they have gluten free pizza and or gluten free options?

    We do not have gluten-free pizza, but if you indicate you would like a gluten-free pasta when you make your reservation, we’ll make sure we have it available for you!

    Are Reservations for 4+ only available by phone? Yelp doesn't let me book a table for 6.

    I went during lunch & lots of tables were available but I'm sure during dinner reservation is a must. Yes you have to call.

    Are reservation only available through phone call?

    Reservations may be made through our website at: https://www.theparkwaygrill.com/reservations

    Are you open for Thanksgiving?

    We will be closed Thanksgiving day. Thank you!

    Is there food options for kids?

    They don't have a kids menu but they are very accommodating. E.g. cheese pizza, pasta with butter and parmesan.

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    $$

    Definitely speakeasy vibes. You will need to message ahead of time for the password. There will be…read morea bouncer outside that'll ask for it. Inside is a surprisingly large space. So much seating! I've never seen the venue overcrowded. Large menu so many drinks to try! Great spot whenever I have guests visiting

    "The Speakeasy" is located in Old Pasadena. There is a large multi-story parking garage right…read morearound the corner. The place has some intrigue as you need to know a password to gain entry. I was pleasantly surprised when I sent an email to the address on the website and received a reply with the password in a little over thirty minutes. After parking, we didn't have any problems finding the entrance even though it is not marked. Look for the big wood double doors and doorman standing in front. After giving him the password, he opened the doors and we walked in. We were surprised in several ways. The place is way bigger than I would expect for a place named "The Speakeasy". And at 6:30pm on a Sunday, we were the only guests inside. Only one other couple came in during the 30 minutes we were there. I would assume they are a lot busier on Friday and Saturday night. It is dimly lit, and very red inside. The bar is large with many bottles of liquor on display and many seats. The rest of the space is one large area that must have at least 20 tables, and the ceiling is high. It gives off more of a nightclub vibe than a speakeasy vibe. I tried the Naked & Famous cocktail which has two of my favorite spirits (Vida mezcal, aperol, yellow Chartreuse, lime, $18). It was nicely balanced with a good mix of smoke and herbal flavor. She had the Pablo's Poison (Altos reposado tequila, strawberry, lime, jalapeno, elderflower, $17). The jalapeno flavor really stood out with strawberry and elderflower in the background. They have a good cocktail menu with almost twenty cocktails, as well as a food menu with ten items. Walk up to the bar to order your drinks. Jeremy, the manager, and the female bartender whose name who I didn't get were nice. We aren't in Pasadena very often, and while they have a good cocktail menu, I don't know if we would return. We were expecting more.

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    Tables and pictures at the end of the bar
    Tables and pictures at the end of the bar
    Christmas decorations!!
    Christmas decorations!!
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    Magnolia House

    Magnolia House

    3.9
    (1.6k reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    Pasadena is one of my all-time favorite cities and they have some great restaurants. We hadn't been…read morein this side of town in a while, so I asked my son to find us a new spot to try today. We ended up at Magnolia House for a late lunch/early dinner. They also serve breakfast/brunch only on weekends. Walked in around 4:30pm and we were greeted by Brian, one of the managers. Brian was the standout star of the whole experience! His energy was exceptional and he is such a great conversationalist. He checked on us several times throughout our meal and made sure we were doing well. He on his own was HANDS DOWN a five star human being. At first, he wanted to seat us in the back corner but I told him the table was too small and he accommodated us with a bigger table. Our server Kiana came up to the table with a pleasant smile and greeting to take our drink orders. I got a glass of cranberry juice along with some water. My son got the American Dream cocktail along with some water. We skipped on dessert. From 4-6pm, they have a happy hour menu with some of their cocktails and shareable plates. The portions are just a bit smaller and the prices are a little lower. It's a good way to sample different items. I think we got a good variety of food to enjoy. To start, we got the Little Gem Salad. It was such a unique combination of flavors and SUPER delicate/light. My son and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The next starter was the Zucchini and Feta Fritters, which was good but not the best out of everything else we ordered. The zucchini was a bit mushy but the batter it was fried in was crispy. Another starter we shared were the Moroccan Spiced Chicken Wings. These wings are gigantic and very flavorful. They definitely pack some heat, so be careful. I don't think the A/C was NOT working to begin with, so the place was already hot. The wings made us sweat even more. For entrées, we got the burger and the pork belly. Brian said they are known for their burger and after taking the first bite, it's clear as to why. It was absolutely PERFRCTION. So delicious! The bun, the meat, the cheese, the onions, and the crispy bacon...all of it mixed together into the perfect burger. I had wanted to add some mushrooms and avocado to it, but Kiana said they were unable to do it. I also asked for lettuce and she said that would be an extra charge. What extra charge for lettuce? We still got charged for avocado when the bill came, but they took it off once we mentioned it. The pork belly was also very tender, flavorful, and crispy. It's just hard to compete with the burger! We also got an order of the Belgian Fries to share and we were both pleasantly surprised at how good they were. The fries are salty and cut pretty thick. The sauce that came on the side was so yummy. We asked for a small extra cup to-go. All in all, the food was great and we liked everything. The vibe of the restaurant wasn't really all that for me. Brian genuinely made up for anything that was lacking in the atmosphere. He is such a wonderful asset to the restaurant and their company. The restaurant itself has been here for about 15 years now and it used to be a very old house. You can tell when you look around. They did a good job with the renovations, but you can see the different areas/rooms. I think they tried to keep the casual comfort of a home, while making it a slightly elevated experience. It was very clean everywhere, especially the bathrooms. They have one gender neutral bathroom, one for men, and one for women. No private parking, so you'll have to park on the street and put money in the kiosk. They also had an outdoor seating. Pretty BIG, only took picture of one side. They also have 2 small TVs. In the bar area and inside their cute lounge. I normally like to try new places, especially when I'm in Pasadena, so I'm not sure if I'll come back here. Maybe if Brian is working, it would definitely be worth stopping by again! Thank you all..

    Magnolia House was the place to go 10-12 years ago. But the last 3 times I've been here recently,…read moreit just really doesn't have the charm or class it used to have. Service is really really slow. You may see 5 or 6 waiters on staff...but they aren't stopping at tables to check up on guests. Alot of them are just hanging around the bar or front desk chitchatting with friends. The food quality dropped tremendously. It tastes like bland bar food now. $19 for 2 meatballs laying in tomato paste....and they were not even room temperature. Felt like they had these already prepared and sitting somewhere, just waiting for the next guest to order them. Got a mojito that may have been mistaken for a "virgin" drink....cause no one at our table could taste any alcohol in it. They all said it was watered down mint with ice. I wish this place would go back 10 years and make it like "the spot you want to go to"....versus the spot you now avoid.

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    Now Serving Coffee Monday - Friday at 7:30am
    Now Serving Coffee Monday - Friday at 7:30am
    Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 4 - 6:30PM. Enjoy $5 wine & local draft beers, $6 well drinks & $6 House Sangria, and more
    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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    The Tap Room

    The Tap Room

    4.0
    (339 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$$

    **The Palate Cleanser We Needed **…read more After our rather disappointing High Tea experience at the Langham, we decided we needed to **cleanse our palates with a few beverages** and headed over to the Tap Room. We had actually tried to get into the steakhouse first, but at 5:30 p.m. they were already booked until 8:00, so the Tap Room it was--and honestly, **I'm glad we ended up there!** The drinks were REALLY good, and the service was just as great. Everyone was attentive, friendly, and welcoming, and the whole atmosphere was exactly what we needed after our afternoon tea experience. Sometimes the backup plan ends up being the better plan! **High Tea may have disappointed, but the Tap Room definitely helped redeem the afternoon.** Great drinks, great service, and even better company. I'd absolutely come back for the Tap Room! And thank you to Francis and his excellent service

    We reviewed the published Menu online from our room and found several appetizers we would like to…read moreorder. When we arrived at the Tap Room about 6pm, it wasn't too crowded yet. The Music started at 7pm. Much to my disappointment, the Menu offerings were very different from that published online. None of the offerings were appealing, really. We ended-up splitting a cheeseburger (at a ritzy Pub?), really. The snack noshies/nuts were flavorless. The drinks were strong, but very pricey, in keeping with their 5-star rating, I suppose. Our waiter became overwhelmed as the Tap Room filled. I understand. There was a Party of 20 adjacent to our table. It was too hot outside to sit at a table on their lovely patio, so we spent our two+ hours in the hub-bub that was The Tap Room on a Thursday night in the August summer.

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    Refreshing Jalapeño Crush on the porch
    Refreshing Jalapeño Crush on the porch
    Gingerbeer, lavender, rose, mint
    Gingerbeer, lavender, rose, mint
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    Cannonball

    Cannonball

    4.3
    (208 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$$

    Cannonball did not disappoint! I came with a group of 3 to celebrate a friend's birthday. There's a…read morefree parking structure around the corner to the restaurant. We ordered a variety of dishes to share, including the buttermilk biscuits, yellowfin tuna tartare, BBQ chicken, calamari, and the fideos, and every single dish was delicious. My personal favorites were the buttermilk biscuits and the fideos. The biscuits were warm, buttery, and absolutely irresistible, while the fideos were packed with flavor and easily a standout dish. Everything else was just as enjoyable, the tuna tartare was fresh, the calamari was perfectly cooked, and the BBQ chicken was tender and flavorful. If you're dining with a group, I definitely recommend ordering a few dishes to share so you can try a little bit of everything. We'll definitely be back!

    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.

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    Upstairs bar
    Upstairs bar
    Prawns
    Prawns
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