Came here for dinner. Food was delicious. Great service and ambiance. Friend and I shared some dishes including dessert. A must try! read more

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Ok so the inside is beautiful and service was really good. We ordered drinks and all of them were good but our reservation was at 6pm (early) and they did run out of the star anise for one of the drinks by the time we had our second drink. A little early to be running out of stuff. They were good though. The oysters were good. The brussel sprouts were great and a huge serving! The carpaccio was decent and had good flavor. The crabcakes were yummy! A must order. The seabass itself was good but the sauerkraut in the dish was terrible and does not have a place on the dish. Kind of ruined that fish for us which was a bummer. We did tell our server that and they did bring us a free dessert which was pretty good. Overall I would have rated it a 3 but since the customer service was so good when we spoke up about the fish dish I am giving it a 4. read more

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Lovely location, great menu selection, and friendly service! This place is a must when around Pasadena. Everything was so enjoyable, especially the beet salad. It was so delicious! You'll love this place, too! Breakfast options and others are so fun to try! read more

Pez Coastal Kitchen - Breakfast burger with fries - Seafood Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Had such a great experience at Pez Coastal Kirchen! We ordered the oysters, ceviche, scallops, sea bass and ribs, and every dish was absolutely fresh, the flavors were balanced, and everything was beautifully presented. The sea bass was definitely the highlight of the meal. The service was warm and attenti, and the atmosphere was stylish yet relaxed. We will be back. Highly recommended. read more

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The focaccia appetizer here is good, but maybe not worth the $12 charge. The mussels as an appetizer was really good and definitely recommend. We also got their special appetizer, which was popcorn shrimp and we all enjoyed that as well. The entrees here are decently sized and good enough for single sit down portion, don't expect left overs unless you get the ribs. Overall the food is okay for the price. I think it's a bit expensive for the food and service. Everything was just okay. read more

Stumbled upon this restaurant as a last minute dinner with some friends and was highly impressed. They were having a private party in the bar area where you can order happy hour. Since we couldn't find seating in the bar area, our server was so sweet and still allowed us to order off of the happy hour menu in the main dining area. For appetizers we had the Bub & Grandma's focaccia (freshly baked and comforting), a dozen fresh oysters (sadly not cleaned properly and had a lot of sand and shell pieces in each bite), the Black mussels (very delicious and the broth was amazing), the Pez Caesar salad (not sure if the dressing is made in house but it was delicious) and of course the Pez fries (well seasoned and crispy with their house chili/lime powder, which they sell). For our meals we ordered the Seared Jumbo Scallops, Smoked Baby Back Ribs, and the Leg of Lamb. We were all very pleased with our meals and found each of the meats cooked to perfection. I personally had the scallops and they were well prepared and not over cooked! My only critique would be that it felt misplaced to have regular charred broccoli plated with such nice jumbo scallops that sat on top of delicate truffle risotto. Such a classy meal that probably should've had a more classy vegetable paired, like asparagus spears or broccolini, but that's just my opinion. Great food, and great time with friends :) read more

Pez Coastal Kitchen - Seared jumbo scallops - Seafood Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Beautiful spot off Colorado in Old Town. I went for happy hour and had the scallop aguachiles and poke. Both delicious. Coming back tomorrow. read more

Pez Coastal Kitchen - Bubbly and what's left of aguachilies - Seafood Near Me - Pasadena, California

I didn't enjoy my experience here at all and I was surprised since the restaurant has a very nice and fancy atmosphere. We ate here during happy hour on a Thursday night and the restaurant had maybe 3-4 other parties in the bar area at the same time. We ordered drinks and waited for a while and the waitress told us they accidentally gave our drinks to the wrong table. We put in our food order and when the server put it on the table the tostada slid right off the plate and onto the table and she used one of our forks to put it back on - which surprised me given the vibe of the place is more upscale? Then when cutting into the tostada we realized that there was a very long hair wrapped into the food and thankfully they remade it and didn't charge us for that. The tacos were $8 each and mine also had a short hair on top so I just removed it since I was excited for the meal to be over at that point. Food was salty, prices were high, and my time here was very confusing. I probably wouldn't come back but drinks were good! read more

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This is an old review. Hubby & I came here for late lunch after hiking. It was our first time here. Place was pretty empty on a Sunday. Ambiance was very nice with a modern vibe. Service was great & efficient. We ordered Caesar salad, Ahi tuna, & ceviche dish. All 3 dishes were delicious & a good portion size for 2 people to share. The ingredients were fresh & farm to table. The cocktails were solid. The selections on the menu are catered to my taste so I look forward to dining back again. read more

Pez Coastal Kitchen - Seafood Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Finally got to cross this one off of my list! I've passed this location so many times and it always looked very inviting and warm from the outside looking in. I've always enjoyed the Mediterranean decor and wanted to give the food a try, especially their seafood items. Overall, the food was good but felt a bit overpriced for what it was, but again, this is the cost to eat out these days in Pasadena. Here's what my family of 3 ordered: - Focaccia bread with salted butter - nice way to get our appetite going, and good to get some carbs as we the rest of our meal was seafood. - half dozen oysters - these smaller-sized oysters were from Japan, and quite tasty! Again, nice start to get our appetite going. - jumbo shrimp - probably my favorite from the meal. You get 5 big pieces of shrimp and worth the price, I really enjoyed this. The cocktail sauce for the shrimp was quite tasty too. - daily catch branzino - this was a bit surprising and sadly our least favorite. We thought it would be served on a regular plate and filet with sides, but it actually came in a bowl filled with dashi stock and the fish was inside it like soup. The natural taste of the branzino was covered up by the broth, and it honestly could've been just any other fish. If it didn't come in a broth, it would've been a much more appealing my meal. - whole fish sea bream - this was quite the presentation! The deep fried fish came upright, and we used our utensils to cut into it on our own. It came with a garlic sauce which complimented the fish well. Definitely worth sharing! - warm chocolate peanut butter cake - I'm allergic to peanuts but my dad seemed to have enjoyed this. - pear & vanilla ice cream with hazelnut crunch - this was a nice complimenting meal. I enjoyed the bite of warm pear with ice cream, with a bit of hazelnut and pomegranate. A nice dessert to share Service was friendly but I wish she was a bit more attentive. We had to pour ourselves our own glasses of wine, which personally feels a bit uncomfortable. Overall we had a nice time, and I'm glad I got to share this restaurant with my family. read more

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I had been curious about this restaurant for about a year or so and we finally went for dinner! I made a reservation, but it really wasn't necessary because it was mostly empty. The vibe is coastal/Mediterranean. And the culinary focus is seafood. The service was excellent! However, the food and the price points are what makes this restaurant 3 stars for me. Crab Cake: 5/10. It was so fried that I could hardly taste the crab. And it was placed on a bed of an artichoke medley that kind of gave wannabe crab vibes. It did not complement the dish, but it would've made a really good vegan crab salad. Lamb Meatballs: 10/10 tasty, lots of flavor! Delicious sauces. An excellent appetizer. Sea Bass: 5/10 Nothing special. Paired with sauerkraut.. if you're going to pair it with sauerkraut, it better be totally worth it. It was not. Lamb Entree: 8/10 If you don't specify, they automatically prepare it medium. Most high-end restaurants prepare lamb chops medium rare, which would have been much better. Lemon cake: 8/10 A very busy dish but tasty! I'm surprised the restaurant has stayed open as long as it has. I think most of the visitors are people curious like myself, and then no one ever comes back again. I'd be really surprised if they were pulling in regulars. I'd also be really surprised if anyone recommended this restaurant to a friend. It's just really not the place you'd recommend. Overall, the menu ate kind of "odd". And the price prices are high. Which I don't mind paying good money for good food, but I could've just went to Casa Madera or something. read more

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Loved the food, every dish was good. Loved the ambiance and the music is chill. Our server was attentive and helpful. He gave good recommendations and there was not one plate we didn't like. My only qualm is the parking because the lot isn't nearby and requires a bit of a walk. It's not a big deal for me but for older family members that have a hard time walking a distance can be an issue. Good place for groups or for a date night. read more

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This restaurant has been on my radar awhile. A few times their DineLA menu almost lured me in; it was their 2nd Anniversary Dinner menu that finally did it. The last time I was in this space was when it was a branch of Slater's 50/50 quite a few years ago. Pez has redone the space beautifully, with a beachy yet elegant vibe suitable for its "Coastal Cuisine", which of course is seafood-forward. There is a dining room and an equally large (and popular) bar area. They serve dinner 6 nights/week and brunch on weekends. They have a sister restaurant downtown, Pez Cantina. The Anniversary dinner menu was prix-fixe, 4 courses for $75. There was an special margarita offered as well. The savory courses were riffs off their regular menu. 1) Dry-aged Kingfish ceviche. Presented as a tostada with cucumber, tomato, avocado and lime. Very tasty and fresh, but a bit salty. 2) Seared bluefin tuna with green beans, mushrooms, avocado labneh and a truffle-lime vinaigrette. Also tasty, fresh and vibrant, but the vinaigrette was aggressively acidic to my taste. 3) Whole fried Daurade, served with garlic and poblano piccata sauce and some greens. The fish (a smaller one versus their regular menu) was beautifully fried, not at all greasy. It's a bit of a task to eat a whole fish. You must behead it, remove the tail and fins, fillet and remove the main skeleton and then the pin bones. Ultimately the fish was fab, with bits of crispy skin and a mildly sweet taste. The sauce was more piccata than poblano, with lots of capers. 4) Birthday cake. A vanilla sponge tres leches cake with butter cream cheese frosting and sprinkles, topped with berries. The cake was delish and moist, looked very much like a store-bought cake if not for the berries. It was a piece cut from a much larger cake. It's not on the regular menu. Overall a fine meal and a nice introduction to the restaurant, which I surely will visit again. read more

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Honestly I'd come back here! Their rosemary mule was delicious during happy hour! We also got the happy hour pez fries (so good and citrusy) and the oysters and bubbles (but instead of champagne we got a beer to share). The scallops with truffle risotto was delicious. I'd come back and try more of their menu! read more

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I always have a great experience dining at Pez Coastal Kitchen. The space is beautifully designed - it's modern and has a nice and relaxing vibe. My favorite dishes here are - WHOLE FRIED FISH - it's so tender and not oily at all, definitely recommend CHILLED BEETS - comes with hazelnuts, burrata, red sorrel and hibiscus vinaigrette, so delicious BLACK MUSSELS A LA BOUILLABAISSE - really good, just make sure to order extra bread I also really like their caesar salad, grilled octopus, and pretty much everything else. A special shoutout to Luis for taking a good care of us - his service is always excellent. He is very friendly, attentive and best at recommendations. read more

We had a girlfriend's birthday brunch, and it was a lovely time. I've walked past this place often, but never realized how big and beautiful it is inside. I loved the seating, lots of booths of different sizes & orientations, so it didn't feel like we were right on top of another table. Our server Kai (I think) was so friendly and helpful. The brunch menu wasn't huge but had a great assortment of items. Between the 4 of us we had the crab eggs Benedict, the endive salad, the Caesar salad, the kingfish ceviche and the nook & cranny potatoes. Everything was excellent! We were celebrating 2 birthdays, and were served 2 warm brownies with ice cream and a beautifully decorated plate & a candle! And they were free! Really looking forward to trying this restaurant for dinner, soon. read more

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I always love having beets salad and their unique and great desserts! I feel that I'm instantly transported to a nice beach. Great atmosphere and decor. Good and attentive staff. read more

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Service is upscale and polite Ambiance is very beachy Establishment is clean; on Restaurant Row in DT Pasadena Food is decent Priced for Pasadena Parking never easy in Pasadena (go on the weekend and you may find street parking) Reservations on Open Table Would I go back? Ummm, maybe.... read more

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Food as always was great tasting and the service was impeccable. Bret, the owner, is one terrific person.

First off, pay attention to the parking garage address if you're having an early dinner so you can save some cash on parking. This garage is central to many good eateries close to this establishment. Moving on to the food...if you're looking for seafood, I'd definitely say to check this place out. Is it worthy of a second visit? Eh, not to me. The food wasn't horrible, but it wasn't memorable either. I started off with some oysters. These definitely fall on the end of scale in comparison to other oysters. If you're an oyster person, you know how some just pop with flavor. These were not fishy or lacking in freshness, they just lacked flavor. Next up was my entree, which was the daily catch. I don't recall what type of fish I picked but that's irrelevant for purposes of this review as the available fish rotates. I had never had Provençal‌ sauce and it did not disappoint. I can best describe it as a "green salsa". I made sure to scoop up every drop I could with the fish and veggies. The entire dish paired very well with this sauce. Please note that someone else in my party had the same dish but picked the other option for fish and she felt it was overcooked. For me, everything was cooked perfectly in my entree. If it's your birthday you get a free dessert. As you can see, I got two desserts because I'm not passing up a free dessert but I also wanted the other chocolate option on the menu because it sounded better. Both desserts were just ok, nothing to rave over. This restaurant has a cute aesthetic to it and provides many seafood options. It's a you have to try restaurant if you're from the Pasadena area but in my opinion, not one that will leave you craving a future visit. This is definitely a nice date option and while not inexpensive, it also won't break the bank. Service was also on point here, no complaints. read more

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Amazing food, great customer service, wonderful atmosphere. Our waitress Madison was just lovely and meticulous with giving us the best service and creating such a comfortable and unique experience. Chef Jorge was just the greatest. Will for sure be back. read more

We came here on a Friday night for a date night with my boyfriend and two friends. Parking options included nearby street parking or a parking structure, which was convenient. Making a reservation was simple--I booked easily through OpenTable. Upon arrival, the restaurant vibes were giving coastal Mexico/Tulum vibes. So beautiful & esthetically pleasing. We chose the DineLA special, which featured a three-course prix fixe menu: appetizer, entrée, and dessert. While I appreciated the variety offered, I was a bit underwhelmed by the portion sizes, which felt more like tapas than full courses. Given the price point, I expected more substantial servings, so I didn't feel the prix fixe menu offered the best value. Will probably come here again for their regular dinner menu. read more

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I love the service I always receive at Pez. Always consistent and the ambiance elevates my dining experience every time. Their choice of music is fabulous and gives me a feeling of enjoyment. read more

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Omg! The food here was amazing! The chef has a way of putting different things together that you wouldn't imagine taste so good! I will definitely be back to record as part of our YouTube food channel. The chef is such a personal, kind person too! Quite the experience! read more

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I think this is my second review for this place. Came on a Saturday night and the restaurant wasn't too packed. Sat at the bar and ordered two drinks, we were so excited to see our go to mezcal negroni on the menu! Made reservations via the website and were able to be seated right on time. Everything here is pretty good. I ordered the market fish which came with pinto beans which I loved. Only negative was that the menu we had was completely different than what's online. My husband ordered the lamb shank, but ended up getting lamb rack since they gave us an old menu and ended up having way too much fat to finish. I love the vibes here and that it's not so loud you can have a conversation. Would definitely come back! read more

Pez Coastal Kitchen - Seafood Near Me - Pasadena, California

We had dinner here for the first time on a Saturday night. Made prior reservations online. We ordered their half dozen oysters (all the oysters were tiny!!!) For our entrees, we got their Lamb Shank and their Seabass dishes. Both were tasty. Presentation was pleasant. I enjoyed the Lamb Shank as it was very tender and the lamb taste was not too overpowering. Seabass had a very crispy skin, which tasted very good as well. Overall, we had a good experience with the food. Why the 3 stars? Our server, was not to the standards of a dinning experience that costs $200. It's too bad, because the food was good. But will not be coming back. read more

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Food: pretty good. Definitely would come back Service: Amazing. Ambiance: Very modern read more

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This was my first time visiting the restaurant, and it definitely gave off an upscale Mediterranean coastal vibe. I made reservations on OpenTable for Saturday at 8 p.m. and got seated immediately. The restaurant offers booth, high-top, low-top, and bar seating. I enjoyed the noise level in this restaurant as I was able to speak to my group without shouting over one another. We ordered the lamb meatballs, charred octopus, and brick chicken. All were very tasty and flavorful. However, the portions were on the smaller side. The crafted cocktails were definitely the filler. Without them, we would've ordered more food. Service was fast, friendly, and attentive read more

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If you love seafood, this place is like heaven. Absolutely loved every single appetizer we ordered, a lot of which I didn't get a chance to take a photo of because of how quickly everyone dug into the food!! The waiters were kind and helpful. The interior is interesting and unique. Loved the atmosphere! read more

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Pez Coastal Kitchen is truly a Pasadena gem. From the moment we walked in, the vibes were immaculate -- warm lighting, coastal-modern décor, and a lively but comfortable energy that made the whole night feel special. We had the pleasure of being taken care of by Luis, and he was incredible from start to finish. Friendly, attentive, and so knowledgeable about the menu -- the kind of service that makes you feel welcomed and taken care of without ever being rushed. And the food... absolutely unforgettable. * The steak and seasoned fries came out perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. * The scallops over creamy risotto were buttery, rich, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. * The ribs with crispy onions were a total showstopper. * And the whole fried fish? A table favorite -- crispy, tender, and beautifully presented. Everything came out looking like it belonged in a magazine and tasted even better. Came here with great friends, and Pez Coastal Kitchen was the perfect backdrop for an easy, delicious, memorable night. Amazing food, amazing service, amazing company -- this spot checks every box. If you're looking for a restaurant in Pasadena that delivers on ambiance, flavor, and hospitality, Pez Coastal Kitchen is it. Already can't wait to come back! read more

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The food was fine, a bit on the pricier side. I think you come here for the ambiance and environment. They seem to be aiming for a more upscale appeal. The portion sizes weren't that big and leaned towards the pricier side. But as for the taste, I can't complain too much. We had the clam fettuccine, different kinds of roasted potatoes, salmon on a plank, and their salad with prosciutto. read more

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Came in for our 20th wedding anniversary. Pros: Delicious scallops and risotto. Very well cooked beets in the beet, hazelnut, and burrata appetizer. Beautiful ambience. Cons: Extremely expensive. Scallops entrée: $48. Bread service: $12. Beet, hazelnut, and burrata appetizer: $19. Cocktail: $18 total: $153 before tip. $174 total with tip. Poor service: it was very hard to get water, even though a woman with a water pitcher walked by us several times. Nobody checked to see if I wanted a second cocktail. Service was very dismissive. Our server suddenly became extremely friendly while she was cashing out my credit card for the tip. All of a sudden. Gee, wonder why? It was in the notes and our server knew that we came in for our 20th wedding anniversary. She didn't see fit to offer us even a complementary scoop of ice cream or small slice of white cake. There were only two moments of genuine warmth towards us: the hostess, who seated us, said happy anniversary in a genuinely sweet fashion, and an older bus boy who we flagged down for water congratulated my husband and patted his shoulder in a really sweet way after I told him it was our 20th wedding anniversary, and said, "Another 20 years!" Overall, I'm glad we tried it once, but we won't be back. I prefer a place with genuine and warm service from the servers, even for parties of two as opposed to large parties, especially at these prices. Delicious food, though. Can't complain about that. read more

Pez Coastal Kitchen - Handsome sour - Seafood Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Wow! Such a gem! If you're a seafood fan, you have to try this stellar spot. And even if you don't eat seafood, there are tasty options for you such as the NY steak, brick chicken, bbq ribs, and short rib. Spacious restaurant with a Mediterranean style feel. Love the decorative ceiling fans. Friendly service and spectacular food. Everything we tried we loved. Here are our picks: Focaccia Bread Service Fettuccine with mussels Cioppino with succulent shrimps Scallops Short ribs Brussels sprouts (one of the best I've had) Birthday dessert of chocolate gelato over warm brownie is a thoughtful treat too. Definitely try this new addition to the Old Town dining scene. Public parking lot on Raymond Ave North of the restaurant about a block, easy walk. Perfect restaurant for special occasions, date night, business meal, or a dinner with friends and family. read more

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Love it! Not all the foods we order is what we expected but our server is super sweet Madison . She came more then several times . She check if we need anything else make sure everything ok read more

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Pez has taken the old Slaters 50/50 spot and turned it into a beautiful seafood restaurant. They even dry age some of their fish and display them for you to see the freshness you are going to experience. This is easily the nicest restaurant in Old Town now. We had the fried whole fish. The presentation and quality of the fish were outstanding. Service was wonderful, not rushed making sure they went at the pace that allowed us to enjoy dinner with our previous neighbors. read more

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Fantastic experience for our anniversary dinner. Soothing ambiance, delicious food, friendly service. The chef and owner Bret personally checked in on us which was a lovely touch. Premium ingredients for us seafood lovers! The sea bass was notably outstanding! Would highly recommend!! read more

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For DineLA, some friends and I finally checked out Pez since it's been on all our lists for a while. The coastal, beachy vibes were perfect, and the $35/person DineLA deal was such a steal for how good everything was. I went with the West Coast seafood chowder to start--super comforting and full of flavor. The beer-battered fish sandwich was crispy, tender, and just hit the spot. And that chocolate crème brûlée tart? Absolute perfection. The owner even came by to check on us after our meal, which was such a nice touch. The service was also great--everyone was so friendly and made the experience feel even better. I love seafood, and this place did not disappoint. No question--I'm definitely coming back! read more

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After my amazing first time here, I decided to take my cousin out for her bday at this restaurant. The restaurant is still as beautiful and the service was wonderful. Our server was amazing. The food was still good. We ordered: (1) Brussel Sprouts - the way I like it. It was roasted to the point of carmelization and crispy! (2) Scallops with Risotto - my cousin's favorite dish. The scallops were cooked perfectly and tender, while the risotto grains were barely cooked through (not overcooked and mushy) (3) Seared Ahi Tuna - This one tasted pretty average, but at least the tuna wasn't fishy. (4) Grilled Octopus - the octopus was seasoned/marinated well. It was full of flavor, had the smokiness, but wasn't bland and overcooked. The reason why I'm giving it 4 stars is the that the cocktails became more basic than my last visit. We had 2-3 rounds of drinks and the cocktails weren't bad per say, but they seemed generic. ALL of the servers were polite and attentive. Overall, I would return and maybe order just 1 round of cocktails and then head somewhere else for more after a meal here. read more

Pez Coastal Kitchen - Seafood Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Excellent service! Food was fantastic and the atmosphere was perfect. The bartender Dakota was the best. The food was absolutely delicious. read more

Pez Coastal Kitchen is aesthetically decorated. There is a vibe of resort beach vacation. I could not help but eyeing each corner. Even the bathroom is well thought out. It is heart warming to see restaurant provide good quality hand soap and lotion. Service is friendly and attentive. We had a birthday celebration here. When we arrive, we were surprised to see a birthday card from the restaurant and we also get complimentary dessert with a candle. Food is Big portions and with right temperature. We have four people in our party and had different taste in food so ranging from pasta to seafood/steak. We also had both stewed and panfried seafood. They all came out right! I highly recommend the olive cake. So moist so yummy with limoncello and blackberries etc. different flavors but all go so well together. I recommend parking at the schoolhouse parking which is about two blocks away. read more

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