5 Stars - A Hidden Culinary Gem in Alhambra! I brought some old friends to Sage Bistro in Alhambra once again, and we were treated to another incredibly satisfying feast. I am genuinely thrilled to have such an upscale, quiet, and relaxing restaurant right here in my neighborhood. You can truly taste the chef's passion and dedication in every dish. Every time I bring friends here, they are absolutely amazed and delighted by the flavors. We ordered quite a few dishes today. The highlight was the Chilean Sea Bass. The chef served a massive, beautifully thick cut--which is actually the hardest to execute. If overcooked even slightly, Chilean Sea Bass becomes dry and tough. But the timing here was absolutely perfect. It had a gorgeous, golden-brown exterior, while the inside remained incredibly moist, tender, and delightfully springy. The seasoning was spot-on and never overpowering; it wasn't too salty, perfectly preserving the natural, fresh flavors of the sea. We also had the Chicken Bowtie Pasta. I typically avoid chicken dishes at restaurants because they often turn out dry and lack the rich aroma you get from beef or lamb. However, Sage's chef elevates chicken to another level. Rather than using the traditional Cantonese technique of quickly flash-frying in oil (which yields a smooth texture but sacrifices the natural meat aroma), the chef here expertly pan-sears the chicken over extremely high heat for a short time. This creates a deliciously crisp exterior that locks in all the juices and rich flavor. Tossed with perfectly cooked bowtie pasta and cheese, the result is so flavorful and well-balanced that we simply couldn't stop eating! Another great thing about Sage is their incredibly generous portion sizes--we left completely satisfied! We finished our meal with a great cup of coffee and the chef's handmade Tiramisu, drawing a perfect, sweet close to our evening. Highly recommend! read more

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Finally got to try this spot and it didn't disappoint. Excellent service and good food. We went on a Sunday for lunch for a party of 3 and got seated right away. We ordered the following items: - deviled eggs - garlic bread - butternut squash soup - shrimp pesto pasta - spinach pasta with chicken. The food was really cooked well but a bit saucy for me. I would definitely come back. read more

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Since you enter Sage Bistro you feel like you are at home. We were greeted by Ms. Wanda, she is so welcoming, warm and funny. The decor is simple but the place makes up in flavor. Allen (Wanda's husband) the chef, cooked for us a delicious chicken farfalle pasta and a cooked to perfection pan seared salmon served with sauteed red onions and mushrooms over rice and parmesan potatoes. The portions are quite big so we had leftovers. The food is a fusion of Italian, American and Asian. I had a bottle of wine (who doesn't carry one in their car, right) in the car so I just paid the $15 corkage fee. Please note, there is only street parking. We had such a great time and by the end of the night we were all big family. If you find yourself in Alhambra, go and check out Sage Bistro. Cheers, Barbara read more

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A fusion of Italian, American and Asian is this gem of a bistro. There's street parking as well as a small lot in the back of the restaurant. The waitress (not sure if also the owner) who served us was pleasant and very hospitable during our entire dining experience. She made us feel welcomed as soon as we walked in, didn't judge us when we ordered a bunch of dishes and she even brought extra napkins during the middle of our dining -- now that's service. 1. House Garden Salad (4/5) Pretty standard salad of mixed greens topped with freshly sliced mushrooms, cherry tomatoes and crunchy croutons. Have a choice of Italian or Cesar dressing. 2. Chicken Farfalle Pasta (4/5) Bow-tie-shaped Italian pasta that is sautéed with chicken breast and sun dried tomatoes in creamy marsala sauce. The noodles were al dente while the sauce was creamy and cheesy. Wish there was more chicken and tomatoes though. 3. Deviled Eggs (5/5) Perfect hard-boiled eggs that are halved and the yolks mashed and mixed with mayo to create creaminess goodness. It is seasoned with paprika, but not too much ... just enough to give it flavor without burning your mouth. Each order comes with 6 halves 4. Beef Rib Soup (5/5) A hearty broth of beef soup that's light, savory and rich in flavor without being too salty. The beef was tender. 5. Shrimp and Chicken Jambalaya (4/5) I'm a fan of cajun flavors, so ordered this soul-comforting dish. The rice was super fluffy, the chicken was slightly over-cooked, but the shrimp and andouille sausage were cooked to perfection. The sausage had the double smoked rich flavor that I oh so enjoy while the shrimp was fresh and was coated well in the cajun seasoning. Minus 1 star mainly because I felt the seasoning was not quite there ... it missing something like the extra fiery-ness - maybe more pepper or some herbally basil? I would get it again though. 6. New Zealand Lamb Chops (5/5) The lamb chops were cooked well; fairly tender and juicy. The chimichurri sauce added flavor and balanced the gaminess out. It's served with a side of mashed potatoes and carrots. 7. Linguini with Meatballs (5/5) I personally did not try this dish so I cannot write much about it. However, per my brother, he stated that it was "a good spaghetti, but what [he] really cared for was mainly the meatballs." It was a very nice experience dining here. Will come back when in the area or when the family is having a hard time agreeing/choosing between eating Asian or American food. Overall, I'd give them a 4.5/5. read more

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This place has no reason to be so delicious. The ambience is classy without being too pretentious, so you don't have to feel like you're out of place wearing sweats here. Me and my partner have dined a few times and it's always been consistent. Food is good and service from the waitress is amazing! One of my favorite dishes here is definitely the duck breast. It's tender, juicy, and paired with the creamiest mash potatoes that's does not need gravy. It's that good. Still returning! read more

Sage Bistro - Chicken Farfalle Pasta - American Near Me - Alhambra, California

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For a casual night out w good portion sizes, you can't go wrong with Sage Bistro. The menu is fairly small, so the restaurant knows what it's good at, and doesn't mess with anything they don't pretend to know. You'll most likely have the pleasure of Wanda being your server, who is amazing and greeted A TON of regulars who walked in for dinner on a Saturday. With that many people coming back to dine again and again, you just know it's good. What we thought were 5/5 dishes: seared salmon, seared sea scallops, braised short rib, garlic butter shrimp & mashed potatoes read more

Sage Bistro - Seared Sea Scallops - American Near Me - Alhambra, California

WOW!! If you're looking for a place to eat that also makes you feel at home, this is where you come. We've been dying to try this place and finally had the chance for our birthday! This is a small family owned business, and Wanda made us feel right at home. She recommended that we eat family style (there were five of us) so we could try a little bit of everything. We started off with the jumbo shrimp appetizer which was fried to order. It came out hot! For the mains, we got to try: shrimp garlic mashed potatoes, chicken farfalle pasta, braised short rib, pan seared salmon, and seared sea scallops. I love that this place has photos for each of the menu items so you know exactly what you're getting. The portions here are HUGE! We definitely didn't need to order 5 dishes, but we have no regrets at all. The sauce on the shrimp garlic mashed potatoes was so good. The shrimp was cooked perfectly - very bouncy. The braised short rib came on a bone and it. fell. right. off. Talk about tender!! The pan seared salmon was also cooked very well and the crispy potatoes had us fighting over it. The sea scallops were also really good! I've never had that pasta shape before. The chicken farfalle pasta was okay, nothing wrong, but the other dishes were better! Wanda mentioned they make all their desserts in house, so we couldn't leave without trying it. My god the tiramisu was SO moist!! The cheesecake was well balanced. Can't go wrong either way. We will 100% be coming back! They have a ton of regulars here and Wanda recognizes everyone, can't wait to be a regular. read more

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I Just discovered a hidden gem in Alhambra! The food is incredibly flavorful! Everything we ordered was absolutely on point. The boss lady is so welcoming and friendly, which made the whole experience even better. And their butternut squash soup, SO good. A total must order!! read more

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Sage Bistro is the consistent queen! Time and time, they deliver their dishes with impact and flavor. I dined once again impressed with their consistency and forgot how good the pan seared salmon was! Wanda continues to run the dining area with ease and she is so sweet and remembers my friend's order, as he was a frequent customer. They honestly should be viral because they deserve nothing less of success! read more

Food is way above average. Menu is strong. Services ok but food is the number 1 and points scoring. Will go back definitely.

My husband and I went to Sage Bistro for the first time on 5/2/2026 to celebrate my birthday. The restaurant is very clean, airconditioned with "A" rating. We got the Cajun Jambalaya Pasta (Mild), Pork Chop and Stuffed Chicken. All the dishes were very good but the pasta was EXCELLENT! Wanda was very friendly, service was great and she gave me a birthday Tiramisu which was also EXCELLENT! Wanda mentioned that the top selling entrees include: Lamb, Braised Beef, Duck, Shrimp, Cajun Jambalaya Pasta. So, we got one of the top selling entrees. Will definitely go back to either dine in or take out and try a few other items but will always get the Cajun Jambalaya Pasta! Thank you, Wanda!!! read more

We're off to the Ahmanson Theater in LA on a crazy rainy night (in the middle of the last deluge period) and we walk into Sage Bistro...and no one's there except a server! We were treated very well and split every dish. Unfortunately, the deviled eggs were a bit of a letdown (too sweet, not enough mustard to balance) -- certainly passible but underwhelming. But then the butternut squash soup came and it was unique and delicious...but nothing prepared us for the excellent stuffed chicken breast with its crispy outer coating and the remarkable mashed potatoes. So, overall, the latter two dishes made up for the egg issues and with the fine service I rounded 4.5 up to 5 (wish Yelp would allow people to do 1/2 star increments). Casual environmentals. read more

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Delicious! Every time we come here, this spot never disappoints. I decided to try something new this time and go with Salmon. It was a risk because many places typically overcook their salmon, but to my pleasant surprise the pan seared salmon wasn't overcooked, and was very flavorful. It sits on a bed of rice with sliced potatoes. I finished my plate so quickly I ended up eating some of my bf Cajun pasta because I was bored. The Cajun pasta has a slight kick, but nothing too crazy. Also full of flavor and had a lot of seafood! Also comes with a delicious garlic bread! Overall, a great experience. The owner is friendly, funny and helpful. She is also very attentive to her customers which is much appreciated! Parking is also very easy, right on the street! read more

Sage Bistro - Cajun Seafood Pasta - American Near Me - Alhambra, California

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4.5 stars. Haven't been here in a while, but food is still good. FOOD: Pan Seared Salmon 5/5 Usually I get the Salmon Salad, but opted for the Pan Seared version this time. I like it. It's got potatoes and rice. Flavor is good and no fishiness from the salmon. The thing about ordering salmon or seafood is worrying that it's not fresh or have that fishy smell (in an over bearing way). Beef Rib Soup 5/5 Tasty and comforting. Shrimp & Chicken Jambalaya 5/5 BF's favorite. It's more of a 4.25 out of 5 for me. I like it, but would usually order other dishes. Usually I get the Shrimp Garlic Mashed Potato or Salmon Salad with Mango Salsa. Gotten the Duck Breast dish and other pasta dishes in the past, which are 4.25 and 4 stars respectively. Not completely sure if it's a husband and wife run small business or not, but it seems like it. The front of house lady is server/order taker and cashier. Back of house, there's a chef. Don't know if there's any other staff, but support small, local business if you can. read more

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I came here for the first time to celebrate my niece's bday. I was impressed by Wanda's service and Alan's cooking skills. It's quaint, unpretentious, yet very inviting and easygoing. I'm so glad they do have a beer and wine menu. If you are looking for a local place that cooks cozy and tasty dishes with quality ingredients. THIS is the place minus the pretension, crazy overhyped wait, and fluff. They charge reasonably because of their ingredients and their execution is wonderful. What we ordered: (1) Deviled eggs - flavorful, can taste the egg+herbs, and the texture was smooth/beautiful (egg white and the filling!!!) (2) Mango Salmon salad - mangos weren't overly ripe, salmon was cooked through (flaky, but tender) and the amount of greens/tomatoes and dressing was just right (3) Chilean Sea Bass - cooked to perfection with the sweet potato mash that balances out the lighter flavors and buttery texture of the fish (4) Pesto pasta with shrimp - I originally was thinking it would be generic but.... Noodles were perfectly al dente, and that pasta sauce was between creamy and fresh so loved it, the shrimp was cooked tender and not dry and offensively orange lol (5) Porkchops - omg I don't know how he did it but it was cooked to tender perfection with flavor and the sauce over mashed potatoes. The sauce wasn't trying to cover up a crime of overcooking the pork chop like a HK cafe. I thought it was amazing that it turns out there were no bones in our chops and tasted tender, balanced, and effortless. (5) Linguini with meatballs - noodles were al dente, meatballs were very tender and flavorful, the sauce wasn't balanced (not too sweet or acidic) They've been here for 12 years for a reason and I love the cozy vibes with the quality ingredients and awesome execution. I love Yang's Kitchen for the more fancy atmosphere and creativity but I love Sage Bistro more for its execution of classic dishes without the artifice. Please support this business. It's not cheap but for what they do with the quality of ingredients is a value. Want something effortlessly tasty, high quality, without the hassle??? Come here!!! Wanda is the best!!!! read more

It was quiet when we went but a quaint little place. We received attentive thoughtful service, but we were the only customers as it was the week of Lunar New Year, so everyone else is having Chinese food. The food? Amazing! Al dente pasta with perfectly cooked scallops and larger portions. We got the salmon mango salad (an interesting combo but it works), Cajun seafood pasta and sea scallops with trofie pasta (short, thin twisted pasta). read more

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This is one of our faves. A bit on the pricier side but most definitely worth every bit. We've tried quite a few dishes. Be prepared to have your entree cooked to order so it's fresh! Patience is required because it's a two person experience. Looking forward to dining in soon. read more

I really love the food here. I always go for the duck and still add a side of rice, even though it already comes with mashed potatoes. The service is consistently great, which is an added plus. I only bring people here who are special to me, so it genuinely means something. read more

Food is always delicious here one of my favorite hidden gems. Forgot to take a picture of the salmon bruschetta but also delicious. read more

Sage Bistro - Angus Rib bye ate - American Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Finally, french food place that is good! We need more out here in SGV. Definitely family-owned and have pride in their dishes. I really enjoyed the seabass the most. When you taste all items on the plate together, it felt like the ingredients harmonized. Ambience has some nice light melodic music, so it feels lighthearted. Wish they added more decorations to make it feel romantic for dates. Otherwise, good for a date if you want to take someone for some french food. read more

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Had dinner at this cute little restaurant last night. Service was great and food delicious. I ordered the duck breast which I don't see often on menus and it was so good, especially with the sauce it came with. My mom and sister ordered the short ribs and pesto pasta, which was also very good. Portions are very generous as well. Highly recommend! read more

Went to Sage Bistro and had such a fantastic experience! We tried a variety of dishes. The smoked salmon, bruschetta, braised short rib, seafood pasta, duck, and Chilean sea bass. I normally don't care for duck, but this one was absolutely delicious! Every single dish was full of flavor and beautifully done. Everything we had was fantastic, and the atmosphere just adds to the experience. Highly recommend this gem in Alhambra if you're looking for great food and a memorable night out. read more

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This is the second time we came back. We tried different menu. I ordered Pork Chop Casserole. You can choose either mashed potatoes or rice. I picked rice. The pork was so tender with some kind of sauce. And of course the portion was large. My daughter and her husband ordered Braised Beef Rib and Seared Sea Scallops. The braised beef was also tender and came with rice. The Seared Sea Scallops came with Italian pasta. The kind of pasta I never seen before but I like it. It's cooked perfectly. The food came out the right time and the service was great. We enjoyed our dinner. The restaurant environment is comfortable with light music. read more

Now this is some good eats, went here to eat with some family and the food was spectacular! We enjoyed the Deviled Eggs, Mac n Cheese, Shrimp Jambalaya, and Chicken Farfalle Pasta - everything was absolutely delicious!! This is a hidden gem for sure, two thumbs up! read more

When first stepped into Sage Bistro, I wasn't sure what to expect~but the moment the first spoonful of pasta hit my mouth, I felt like I was back in a family kitchen. The menu may be small, but every dish carries warmth, familiarity, and that unmistakable home-cooked Italian flavour, different from others. 第一次走進 Sage Bistro，不知道會吃到什麼味道~但當第一口義大利麵入口時，我忽然有種回到自己家裡廚房的感覺。雖然菜單不大，但每道料理都有溫度、有熟悉感，帶著那種純粹的家常義式風味，沒有一般餐廳的浮誇。 This charming bistro is run by a husband-and-wife team: the chef prepares the dishes, and his partner welcomes you at the door. Because it's just the two of them, they sometimes close unexpectedly--so a quick call ahead is always a good idea. 這家可愛的小酒館是由一對夫妻經營：老公是廚師、老婆負責招待。因為只有兩人，有時候會暫停營業----建議來之前先打個電話確認。 If you're craving something genuine, comforting and unpretentious, this is the spot. 若你想找一處真實、暖心、不浮誇的義式餐廳，這裡絕對值得一試。 Bonus: This place also can host small engagement parties or birthday celebrations--so if you're planning something intimate, check in with them. 補充：這裡也可承辦小型訂婚宴或生日宴，如果你想找個溫馨場地，不妨先聯絡店家。 read more

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Really solid Asian-fusion spot in Downtown Alhambra with super nice owners. We tried a big range of dishes, and everything was consistently good (usually an issue for fusion spots with large menus). Standouts were the Smoked Salmon Bruschetta, Braised Beef Short Ribs, Chicken Farfalle Pasta, and the Shrimp & Chicken Jambalaya. The space itself is super cozy and inviting. Definitely a place I'd come back to. read more

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There is something screwy going on here. How could this restaurant have 4 stars when the waitress/boss that works here is so rude? Plus the restaurant was empty! Just had the worst dining experience ever. The lady that works there is extremely rude and acts like she's angry at everyone. I never rarely give 1star reviews, but this restaurant is very deserving. When we arrived she had to push some chairs together and set the table. She was slamming the tables together and moving harshly. She did not sound hospitable or nice when talking. We waiting over 40 minutes after ordering to get any food. The restaurant was empty! We were the only table at the restaurant, why would it take 40 minutes to get our food. After we got our bill, we were automatically charged a 18% gratuity for lunch. We almost double tipped because we did not know the gratuity was already charged in the bill. When we asked to change the gratuity to 15%, they said, "NO!" The lady yelled and argued with us. What kind of restaurant is this. When did gratuity become mandatory for BAD service. Now I know why this restaurant is empty. Will not be back! UNHAPPY BISTROING! read more

Still so yummy! And as good as I remembered! Yay! Consistency is the key! It's been a while since I ate here so had to revisit! Where else can you get a very tender, tasty braised short rib with gravy and rice! My favorite dish as always! Plentiful too and the vegetables cooked fresh, with a little char, and not overdone - just the way I like it too! It's also the same price as four years ago and I can still get 2-3 meals out of this one for me! read more

Food is good but portion of protein to carb is def on the meh side. Brings into question over price which to me is more $$$ than $$. Ordered through delivery service and just wonder why they need to skimp on garlic bread for a business. read more

Sage Bistro - American Near Me - Alhambra, California

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I haven't been here in a while and I am happy to say the food is still incredibly delicious. I had the pan seared salmon with parmesan potatoes. The food is so savory; flavorful and perfectly seasoned. It's like home-cooking but in a restaurant. Quality, gourmet food in a nice atmosphere without the crowds and crazy prices. This is a local gem and a must try if you live in the SGV. read more

Sage Bistro - Pan Seared Salmon - American Near Me - Alhambra, California

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We absolutely love Sage Bistro. The food is consistently amazing--our favorites are the Cajun seafood pasta and the braised beef short rib, both packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. You can really tell care goes into every dish. On top of that, the service makes the experience even better. Wanda is the best--friendly, attentive, and always makes us feel welcome. This place never disappoints, and always a go to for us. read more

The food here is awesome. It's almost like an Italian-Asia fusion type of cuisine. The duck breast was very tender and vegetables are cooked through. The fat on the duck was also caramelized nicely and was very crispy. Owner was super friendly and kept cracking jokes throughout. Either she was in a good mood or she's just a natural-born comedian, but she made out dining experience very enjoyable. read more

Sage Bistro - Roasted Duck Breast - American Near Me - Alhambra, California

3 dishes highly recommended Seared salmon w/ mango salsa salad Braised beef short rib Shrimp chicken jambalaya read more

I've tried so many dishes here but my favorite has to be the braised beef short rib! The meat is so tender and flavorful; definitely something you need to try. The owners of the restaurant are very friendly and attentive. The setting is very simple and casual. Parking is easy. Great place! read more

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Owners are very friendly, food is tasty and portions are huge! It's a great place to go for a big family dinner, u won't regret it - I personally thought the stuffed chicken was good but chicken could've been moister. - Mashed potatoes were delicious. - My favorite was the pesto pasta and the cod and sweet potatoes, absolutely decadent. read more

Sage Bistro - stuffed chicken - American Near Me - Alhambra, California

Easy to rate a restaurant that serve good food and friendly service. Everything will follow positively when you get the 2 main aspects of rating a restaurant. 1. Food= ribeye perfect medium rare Sea Bass really good. Linguini, seafood pasta and farfalle pastas are cooked al dente and flavorful. Jambalaya not your typical jambalaya but still good. Mac and cheese for the kids, i didn't taste it but my son ate it all. And is a picky eater. 2. Price = reasonable with the quality and quantity you get. 3. Ambiance = not a big factor of my review. 4. 1 server + 1 cook = 15 to 20 mins wait time for the amount of food we ordered and cooked perfectly is a plus. That cook or chef is good. Kudos to him.. As a restaurant owner myself, it is hard to run and maintain a restaurant. Only 1 star or 5 star counts. I believe sage bistro deserves a 5 star after my experience.. Good job and keep it up. read more

Sage Bistro - AFTERMATH!!! - American Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Amazing French Asian fusion. Such an underrated place. The owner Wanda is quite the character! PS: She mentioned the best way to know if they're open is to call ahead. The Google hours aren't always reliable since she's retired and treats it more like a hobby (from my understanding) so they basically open whenever they feel like it read more

This place was marvelous. Love the cake and the cheesecake too. My sister and I and a friend ate every bit of the short ribs. read more

One of the most underrated restaurants and hidden gems in the 626! Great place for Asian fusion/Western food. Everything I've ordered here has been delicious. I rarely return to a restaurant unless it's really good, and I've been twice already in the past month. As I complete my meal, I look at the menu and already start to plan what I'm going to order next time. The price is higher than other 626 joints but it's worth it. I eventually want to try their whole menu. Wanda works the front all by herself and she's amazing! Can't wait to visit a third time next month. I already have my next dishes planned out. Favorite dishes so far are the duck breast and mash potatoes! read more

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Think it is time for my another review for Sage Bistro after the pandemic. Boss lady and chef are still going strong. NICE AS EVER. I have been introducing families and friends to come and none of them get disappointed. This is such a hidden gem of Alhambra. They launched an anniversary 3 dishes special on a weekly basis ( pls call for special menus since it changes every week ) and it serves as a good option in case you want to do carry-out. Dinning area is clean and cozy so dine-in is always my first option tho. I love this place so much that I actually had my small wedding party here. We had a blissful time bec boss+chef bend over to accommodate for us. I can't recommend Sage Bistro enough !! read more

Sage Bistro - Famous Duck Breast dish. - American Near Me - Alhambra, California

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