Came here on a Friday night and had reservations around 730. We arrived early but had to wait a bit until our reservation time. The complimentary bread they gave was very good! It came with salted butter which was perfect. The 3 of us shared the Caesar salad and potato croquettes, I really like the croquettes which were light and crispy with the cheese and bacon bits on top. For my entree I got the sea bass which came whole but was cooked very delicately. The polenta cake was very good. I wasn't as into the fennel but other than that solid dish. We also shared the chocolate mousse which had a peanut butter crunch and some granola, this one was a winner! Service was slow and not as attentive as you would expect for a place as upscale as this. Took way too long for server to check in and refill waters. The food wasn't stellar enough for the price point to warrant a return visit with the lack of service. read more

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Overall, it's a nice, relaxing restaurant with a fireplace. The service was upscale; the waitress explained the specials and treated us well. Overall, I am happy with the service and the food. The duck was flavorful, and the pieces had a rich, gamey, meaty taste. The tuna over the risotto was an interesting touch. The risotto was fried, so it had a crispy flavor on top of the tuna, and eating them together felt like an interesting take on a sushi dish. read more

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Haven't been back in a while, so we decided to try the happy hour menu. Good options and we had a pleasant time there. Service was good, if a bit slow, and it was not busy. Food was good, we'd probably skip dessert next time. But, we felt like the HH was definitely worth it. read more

The Arbour - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

Was parked across the street and saw The Arbour so we decided to drop in for a quick drink. This is a lovely local eatery in south lake area of Pasadena. The bar tenders were so nice and gave us some good recommendations on drinks and some apps. This place is also owned by the chef so you know it's gonna be good, and it definitely was. Ordered the spicy margarita and the appetizer sized tagliatelle pasta. Man were they both delicious. Planning to come back and give their full menu a try. Highly recommend you given a try too. read more

The Arbour - Fresh Tagliatelle with Pork Sausage - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Finally got to try this place after passing by so many times. Everything we ordered was delicious, the atmosphere was great, and the staff were all very friendly. The shrimp penne was definitely the highlight for me. read more

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Got the salad appetizer to share and croquettes with bacon. The sea bass was cooked to perfection, no bones and bok Choy was great. The service was excellent, can be a bit slow on busier days. The chocolate dessert cake was fantastic. The ambiance is relaxed and a bit on the louder side because the bar is close to majority of the dining area. There's ample street parking, no valet unfortunately. read more

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The food was fabulous. We had the shrimp penne and the pepper chicken. We went there a few days ago. It also has a beautiful ambiance like in the photos. Excellent service, I can't wait to go back there again. Very low noise, we could talk normally with our friends, absolutely wonderful. A great place for special occasions, I think now our favorite in Pasadena. read more

I had a phenomenal experience at the Arbour. I was there for a business dinner where we had a large group of about 20 people. While the food and drinks were great, especially the steak, what really made the night amazing was the service that we received. Thomas was top-notch, probably the best server I've ever had. I dine out frequently, especially since I travel often for business. Thomas was beyond attentive, he was always there when we needed something and he truly went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. I really appreciated this phenomenal level of service as did our entire group. Thank you Thomas! read more

Brought my wife and friends to The Arbour. We had an amazing experience. The service was professional, friendly and welcoming. The staff treated us like family and were attentive to our every need. The filet mignon was incredibly tender and savory. The agnolotti and beef chili were delicious. I highly recommend coming here for dinner! read more

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Food and service was outstanding. Beautiful decor as well. Standouts were the prosciutto toast, so delicate and tasty! Loved the sea bass, ribeye and filet. All cooked to absolute perfection. Leave room for bread pudding too, soft, warm, melts in your mouth. The caramel sauce was out of this world! Will be back. read more

The Arbour - Rib Eye for 2, $150, 40 oz, great - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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This place is solid. Menu is limited but what they do offer are all really good! Come here for Happy Hour, Dinner, or a Late Snack, you won't be disappointed. Service is great - from the bartenders to the servers. A+++ The setting and ambiance is great. The lighting is not too bright and it never gets too loud. Perfect for a get together and have a conversation without yelling. Parking is street or the lot behind the restaurant. read more

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IT was a five star experience. it was very fun. The food was so tasty. I don't know what they put in the salmon, but it was heavenly.I am 8 years old and this is my dads account. read more

I came here for dinner and everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The steak was perfectly cooked and was one of the best steaks I've had in a while. The versus is also very attentive and the ambience is perfect for any occasion. I'd love to return if I'm ever in the area. read more

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I'm writing this review as I'm finishing my meal--that's how good this place is! A colleague flaked on me for happy hour here, so this place has been on my list for a while. This place does everything right. I came at around 4:45 with my partner; we were worried we wouldn't be able to make it, but the staff kindly found an extra chair to squeeze us both at the bar. The bartenders were attentive and efficient, and everything we ordered arrived quickly. Shout out to Zach for constantly checking in on us. The hibiscus margarita was delicious yet quickly creeps up...dangerous and delicious drink. My partner ordered the gold rush, and I'm not a bourbon person but liked his drink a lot! We also ordered the shepherd's pie and potato croquette (like an upscale baked potato). The star of the night for us was the rigatoni alla vodka; that sauce is to die for. I can see this place being a prime location for date night as it's sophisticated yet spacious and welcoming. Next time we do date night, we're coming here for sure. read more

Came here with a big group for dinner and everything turned out great. The atmosphere is warm and elegant but still relaxed enough to feel comfortable. Service was friendly and handled our large party really well, food came out on time and everyone got what they ordered. The highlight was definitely the sea bass. Perfectly cooked, tender, and full of flavor. The sauce and sides paired so well with it, and everyone at the table who tried it agreed it was AMAZING. Easily one of the best sea bass dishes I've had in a long time. The rest of the food was solid too, but the sea bass stood out the most. Overall, The Arbour is a great spot for group dinners or a nice night out with good food and service. read more

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Elegant restaurant with a quality happy hour and attentive staff. My partner and I came to enjoy the happy hour and sat at the bar. Even for a midweek dinner service, the place seemed to have plenty of tables reserved and a steady flow of orders coming out from the kitchen. Happy hour grub we tried: The croquettes were delicious - nicely paired with crispy bacon and cheese. You get 5 in an order for happy hour. Not bad value. The garlic fries were crispy and quite garlicky, more than I'm used to, but not to an unpleasant degree. It's a moderately sized portion, maybe comparable to a mcdonalds medium fries. Comes with ketchup. $6. Nice. The Arbour burger was fairly large and we were happy to split it between the two of us. It was a decent burger with a hearty amount of tomato, onion, and lettuce, and for $11 in this part of town, it was a good value as well. Drinks-wise, $9 cocktails is a great deal during happy hour. We tried the rum punch and it was sweet but not overpowering - you could definitely taste some of the rum, and the lime garnish was a nice touch of sour. Had a great time and would definitely consider coming back to dine in and try the dinner menu. read more

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Had a great first experience at the arbour! Came here to try the happy hour menu and it didn't disappoint. Mon- fri, good size portions, fresh food and not overly priced. The burger, tuna and mushroom soup were great! Not overly seasoned or sauced. Check this place out! 20% cashback on inKind too read more

The Arbour - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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What an absolute "Gem" of a restaurant! Nestled on Lake avenue in Pasadena, this restaurant provided a delicious dining experience for our party of 5 on a Tuesday evening. We had a 6:15pm reservation and were promptly seated. The restaurant has plenty of seating options for small and larger groups. They have table seating as well as booths that can accommodate different types of groups. The staff were wonderful and attentive. We probably had at least three different servers come check on us, in addition to our main server "Cessily" who was really friendly and informative. The food was equally amazing. Our group ordered a variety of dishes and shared two side dishes. For me, I ordered the Bucatini pasta which had an amazing vodka sauce and ground pancetta. The portion was HUGE and price was great at $29. Others in our party had the night's special which was gnocchi dish, the seared yellow tail, and roasted salmon. We shared two appetizers: spicy beef chili toast and cauliflower carbonara. Both were delicious and well prepared. Fantastic meal, great ambiance, and excellent service. What else could you ask for!?! Highly recommend checking this place out. read more

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We got there a little early and to wait a little bit until it was closer to our reservation time. Service was just okay. I expected better service for this type of atmosphere. Server was not that attentive and the food came out kind of slow. There was definite lull times in between appetizers and entrees. Complimentary bread and butter - dinner rolls were warm. Can't go wrong with fresh bread and butter Potato croquettes - these were okay. Nothing special Caesar salad - delicious, well made Duo of duck - it was seasoned well and cooked correctly. But it was okay. Chocolate mousse - this was excellent and delicious read more

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Unfortunately, our third visit here was a bit disappointing. The service was terrific but several of our entrees fell short of expectation. The salmon and NY steak were overcooked which made them dry and lackluster. Additionally, the steak seemed to have too much sauce as we felt a good steak should be able to stand on its own with just a slight rub. We did not have an unpleasant experience but the food experience left us underwhelmed. Sorry but this was a miss for us. read more

Food was absolutely delicious! Service was spectacular! The ambiance was romantic, cozy, and classy perfect for a special night out. For appetizers, we ordered the Caesar salad and Brussels sprouts with white wine. Both were mouth watering. For entrees, my partner had the duck and loved every bite, and I had the filet mignon it was cooked perfectly and incredibly flavorful. I asked our waiter for a red wine recommendation, and it paired perfectly with my filet. For dessert, we shared the bread pudding, which was nothing short of spectacular! The service was top tier. The staff were attentive without being intrusive, refilling our water and checking in just the right amount. It reminded me of dining in Italy, where no one rushes you, and each course is timed perfectly. We hate it when restaurants bring everything at once, and here everything arrived just when it should. The staff were bilingual, and being able to communicate in our native language made us feel even more at home. Please give this wonderful team a raise! The wine selection was excellent, and we'll definitely be coming back soon! read more

The Arbour - Filet Mignon and Duo of Duck - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I was invited to join a few friends for a nice dinner and I was pleasantly surprised. To start the ambiance was nicely decorated, with the wood and metal accents. The staff were pleasant and friendly. To top if off, the food was excellent. The flavors were delicately seasoned to a delicious dining experience. As much as a shrimp penne pasta has a strong cheese flavor this dish took it just beyond and had something extra. The Caesar salad was nicely garnished with Parmesan shavings and a nice dressing. To kick it off even further, my friends shared my birthday with the staff and the cheese cake was creamy and smooth. I didn't expect to be celebrating my belated birthday, but it was a pleasant surprise to. Make the night even sweeter. I would definitely go back again and try some of their other dishes. read more

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There's a free parking lot behind the restaurant on S. Hudson Avenue. Easy to miss but it's immediately after the pavilions lot, before the Ann Taylor lot. This restaurant is very elegant and classy. Warm romantic lighting. I love seeing the chefs cooking since it's an open kitchen kind of space. I got the bucatini spaghetti with vodka sauce and to be honest the dish did not meet my expectations (especially considering the fact that it was $30). Number one thing for me with a pasta dish is the pasta has to be cooked al dente. This pasta was not. It was too soft. What a bummer! The sauce hit the mark as well. There was not enough balance of flavor. I could taste the acidity and tartness from the tomato, and that's about it. Not flavorful enough for me. The only thing I liked about it was the generous portion size. I had a bite of the sea bass though, and that was very flavorful. Service was good, the servers were attentive and gave us a spiel about the restaurant since many of us had never been there before. Anyway, all in all I would return but not for the bucatini spaghetti. read more

The Arbour - Mediterranean Sea Bass - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Cool earthy vibes, service and food were both good. The California roll salad, lobster risotto, shrimp penne, short ribs were all good and extremely filling. There's parking available in the back but makes for a weird entrance into the restaurant, you have to go through the kitchen to the right and the tables on the left. Kitchen side was a cool sight but not so much walking through the diners. Not bad at all just mentioning it so others know what to expect. All in all would recommend and go back again. read more

The Arbour - Lobster risotto - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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My wife and I were craving a steak, but didn't like our last experience at Alexander's. We decided to try The Arbour. I think they use Choice here instead of Prime, the meat is lean and a little tough. Service was great. We might be back to try the other dishes. read more

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The Arbour in Pasadena is an epicurean dream. I dined here with my Wife for my pre-birthday on June 14, 2024. We both had the Filet Mignon, medium well; and, it was divine. I always order Filet Mignon if the restaurant serves it, but this restaurant has a one up on other steakhouses, likely because of the it is prepared. It came with mashed potatoes because you can exchange your side dish for anything you like: and, I liked that. I also opted for the asparagus which was nothing short of delicious. I ordered two Gin Martinis filthy with three olives and they were great, but not like Drake, they were not the best I ever had. My Wife's White wine was divine, though (probably because I picked it out). Wow, too bad I just have no confidence at all (; jk jk. It was well worth the approximately $400 bill. Well worth it. Dine here. It is very very good. read more

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Serving undercooked sea bass is not acceptable. When I pointed out the center was glassy, raw-looking the dish was taken away. I expected an apology, but instead the server came back and said it was cooked but since I wanted it cooked more they would put it in the oven. I expected more from this restaurant. Classier establishments would remake the dish and comp it. They would not make the guest feel bad and insist the fish was cooked properly when it was clearly raw inside. True disappointment. read more

We came here for my grandmas birthday and we had a WONDERFUL time! The food was amazing, delicious and I couldn't imagine anything better. Patrick was one of the most attentive, friendly and helpful servers. We will come back for the service and the food. Absolutely loved this restaurant! Parking is in the back as well! Wish I could give this restaurant 10 stars I would! read more

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It's been several years since my last review, but honestly, it felt irresponsible not to pop back in and reemphasize just how fantastic this place is. Consider this both a love letter and a short guide for newcomers. First: The tartare is back. And yes, it's every bit as amazing as before. Some nights it's bison, some nights it's steak. But either way, it arrives with these little warm, decadent puffs of bread instead of the usual toast. I don't know who decided this was the correct move, but they deserve a medal. Second: The specials. When they say "special," they actually mean it. As in, tonight only, don't assume you'll ever see this again. If something sounds interesting, order it. Recent standouts (which may or may not ever reappear): a picanha steak for two (the entire cap!!), a blue crab salad, white truffle ravioli, and a tomahawk pork chop. The exact dish will change, but the rule does not: the special is always amazing. And finally: The desserts. The chef's original training was in pastry/desserts, and it shows. These desserts may have simple, almost understated names, but do not be fooled. There is nothing standard happening here. This is where the creativity really shines. Do yourself a favor and save room. You'll regret it if you don't. It's also worth mentioning the value. For the level of execution, ingredient quality, and thought that goes into every plate, the pricing feels almost unfair - in a good way. This is one of those rare places where you leave thinking, How was that meal not more expensive? read more

Had our anniversary dinner here a couple of nights ago. Service was great, food was REALLY good. My partner got the filet and I got the Mediterranean sea bass, both of which were so good. We cleared our plates. The ambiance was nice and quiet/relaxing. We'll be back. read more

First time I went to the Arbour, I was very impressed. Food was great, service was attentive. I've taken family and friends there several times since then, and have been noticing a decline in food quality and service. Yesterday's dinner was it for me. For what this place costs, I expect much better. A restaurant being busy is no excuse for lower quality food or lack of service, especially for a higher end restaurant like this one. Some servers are more attentive than others. We got there at the same time another couple got there. They were having dessert before our entrees even arrived! We weren't in a rush so we didn't mind the slower pace this time around. Our salad was underwhelming and was missing a main ingredient, which after we pointed it out, was brought on the side. We didn't ask for it, but our server was kind to being us another round on the house, and it was very obvious that it was much better prepared and as it should've been prepared from the beginning. When we got the bill, we were charged for that second round (??!!), but our server removed it after we asked. Good thing we checked!! The entrees were barely warm. I always get the seabass, and the piece I got this time was not good. The mushroom risotto, which I always get for the table to share, was too heavy and garlicky. And to top it all off, we had some leftovers to take. The person who packed it for us had his fingers all over the insides of the containers, and then went to clean tables. We're definitely not eating that food. read more

The Arbour - $42 sea bass!! - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

We came here to celebrate my friend's mom's birthday. The ambience is great with an open kitchen where we can watch the chefs at work. The restaurant is fully packed, it was good we made a reservation. I ordered a sea bass which was better than I expected, especially the skin was on fried which I really liked. It came with Polenta cake, roasted fennel, baby bok choy, celery root puree lemon foam. Quite a tasty dish if you are not in the mood for steak. The others order salmon salad, filet mignon , clam linguine and New York steak Everyone was happy with their food. Being a birthday party, our beautiful server was kind enough to give us a little cake with a candle. A very nice restaurant for a romantic dinner or with a group of people. Coekage is $25 if you are bringing wine. read more

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My mom and I and a family friend just had dinner at Arbour on Lake Avenue and it was fantastic. The server, Pam was again wonderful. We had Beef Short Rib, Filet Mignon and California roll salad. They were delicious as expected. Excellent customer service. I have been there three times already in the past few months. I can't wait to come back for more. Unbelievable experience. Strongly recommended!!! read more

The Arbour - Seabass - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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My boyfriend and I stumbled upon this restaurant while looking to make a reservation for our 7th anniversary and I'm so glad we did! We both got drinks to start off with. I got the spicy marg and he got the raspberry sour, both strong and delicious! We then got a sausage pasta appetizer and honestly we could've ordered 3 of those and been satisfied with our meal. They were so sweet to split the dish into 2 separate plates for us. For our entrees we got the chicken and new york steak. They were both delicious, the steak was a little too salty imo but still amazing. The service was honestly the best part of the meal. Our waitress, Judy, was delightful and made the atmosphere super comfortable. Somehow she made us feel right at home. If the food wasn't already super yummy, we'd be back just for Judy :') read more

The Arbour - Chocolate Dessert - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Pat was fantastic! Our table really enjoyed him. He was present, patience, and kind. Ashley was managing this evening and greeted us when she saw us with such warmth and kindness. She is like a ray of sunshine. The 3 of us ladies dining this particular night have been to The Arbour together a few times and Ashley remembered us. We all just love her and her wonderful energy. Judy also came over to visit and greet us. She knows us from our visits as well and feels like a friend when we come in. She's loving and we are always happy to see her too. Overall, I absolutely love coming here. Ashley, Pat, Judy all made us feel so cared for and the food was divine. It's high quality yumminess. So solid every time. Ambience is beautiful. Spacious. Well lit. Plants inside. Cozy. Warm and welcoming. Parking is easy. I always find free street parking right in front. read more

The Arbour - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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The spicy fried chicken had an amazing crispy coating and a perfectly juicy inside. I highly recommend ordering their fresh bucatini pasta because the tomato sauce was incredibly rich. read more

We visited the opera for the first time yesterday night for a birthday celebration dinner and we were not disappointed. The appetizers were my favorite part of the meal, especially the crab cake! I would come back just to have this again. We also tried the potato croquet, and they were good as well. For the entrées, we decided to share the seared yellowfin, the duck duo, and the risotto. I'm not a big fan of duck to begin with, so that was my least favorite entrée, but I did love the seared yellowfin tuna and the wild mushroom risotto. Both were flavored very well And the combined taste was delightful. We did not have any room left for dessert, but I will definitely come back to try some of their dessert menu items as well. Parking can be tough during dinner time, but there's also a parking lot in the back as well which is where I parked. The vibes interior are very welcoming, staff is nice, and the Aesthetics are very cute rustic steakhouse style. read more

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The Bucatini Spaghetti was my favorite--I ate so much it hurt, but it was worth it! Everything else was great too. My friend loved the Duo Duck and potato croquettes, and the Caesar salad was decent. We enjoyed the bread and butter, and they happily offered more. The service was very friendly! read more

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Absolutely loved my experience at The Arbour! Between the ambiance, service, and food, 5 stars all around! My boyfriend and I were celebrating a special occasion so we pulled out all the stops. We shared a bottle of rose recommended by our waitress, which was great! We also started with the potato croquettes which honestly were fancy tater tots with bacon, a cream sauce, and cheese - but definitely still delish. For entrees we had the lobster risotto and chicken piccata! We loved both! Definitely will be back to try more!! read more

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Fantastic dinner and great atmosphere. Patrick was a great server. We loved the: - kids pasta with red sauce - blood orange old fashioned - duck two ways - crab toast - the chocolate peanut butter dessert read more