It is far time I leave a review for Howlin' Rays, mainly because I keep forgetting my order and…read morewant it memorialized. Used to live in LA and loved going to Howlin' Rays, on this trip back I got to try out the Pasadena spot for the first time. Glad to say it's just as good, if not better, than the original spot given the amount of seating! Arrived around 6 pm on a Friday and waited around 30 minutes to order? Really not bad at all. All the servers were so friendly as always and that really is what makes Howlin Ray's the cream of the crop. The cashier got me a sample of the medium plus to try, as I couldn't remember if I got a medium plus or hot sando. I ordered the luis style sando, no cheese (although I might get the cheese next time to help with the spice) and medium plus, and then a single hot wing because I'm a masochist. My friends ordered the fries (otherwise I would order them as well, fries are amazing!). This location also had Pliny the Elder on tap so I got that as well. I will say, I always go for heat but my friend's got mild and that really slapped as well. The chicken is just so well cooked, I'm lucky I don't live nearby or I'd be here every week. Next time, I might even try a solo country wing! Parking is pretty easy, there's a lot in the back that's pretty packed but doable if you just wait a few minutes.

If you ever want one thing in LA, it HAS to be Howlin' Rays. I came on a Friday early afternoon and…read moreonly waited maybe 20 minutes which isn't bad at all. I know that the long lines seem really intimidating but it's worth it. I love the community feel this place has because all the employees' are friendly and it feels like you're at home. If you want a table, they have these 'reserved' placards placed on the table but it's not really reserved and more so, for one of the employees to "seat" you down at a clean table. Food: Sando medium spice (9.5/10): First time trying medium and it wasn't too spicy. We didn't get rid of anything so it comes with slaw and pickles on top of a spice coated chicken breast sandwiched in between toasted bread. I do wish that the spice was more evenly distributed throughout the chicken since the most spicy part was at the beginning with the solid crunch. The slaw adds a nice freshness with every bite so it doesn't feel as heavy. The pickles add a touch of acidity and I don't think that it was acidic to the point where it overpowered everything. French Fries (9/10): Crispy exterior with a soft, fluffy interior are my cup of tea. The seasoning they use adds a nice spice to each bite. We also got a cup of their comeback sauce and it was the cherry on top.

I've heard these breakfast burritos are the go to if you want a breakfast burrito and that…read morestatement couldn't be more right. This is a burger joint with a diverse menu, including one of the biggest breakfast burritos in town. I got my burrito with bacon. The burrito comes with hashbrown style potatoes, eggs and cheese - you get a choice of ham, bacon or sausage for your meat (or have it without meat). The bacon was crispy and remained crispy when I reheated my other half. Not only is the bacon crispy, the burrito has a generous amount of it! Oh and the other plus - the tortilla does not come wet and soggy and remains in perfect condition if you have leftovers. The burrito comes with only one salsa and to be honest, you really do need two for such a big burrito. I'm a green salsa girl but I asked what I should go with and I was recommended the red one (the green one is supposedly spicier). The red salsa did not disappoint other than I needed one more for my whole burrito (there's no kick to this salsa but it's tasty). The burrito itself isn't bursting with flavor on its own and it requires the salsa to compliment the other ingredients. But, who eats a breakfast burrito without salsa? There is ample parking in their parking lot and there's seating both inside and outside. I will definitely be returning to satisfy my breakfast burrito craving very soon and if this is what you're looking for - stop reading reviews and go get you one at Lucky Boy (it's served all day).

So I was in the area and someone suggested Lucky Boy. Walk up ordering. Tables outside and inside…read more First impression was that tables in and out needed a cleaning. I always start off my ratings with cleanliness. I worked in a high volume restaurant back in the 70's. If you weren't doing something you were cleaning. Ordered the classic burger, fries and coke. Picked up my order after a short wait. Cleaned off my own table and sat down. Burger looked decent, fries looked amazing and can never say anything bad about a classic coke. First bite of the burger was a little disappointing. Burger was thin and seemed overcooked to me. I thought it was dry. Roll, lettuce, tomato, onion and mayo were ok. Not bad overall but for some reason I expected a better burger experience. Let's talk about the fries. Truly classic French fried potatoes. Perfectly cooked. Light golden color. Nice texture and flavor. What every French fry should look and taste like. Coke was great. Sorry to say I was not impressed by the burger. This was my experience on 05/09/2026. Could have been cleaner and maybe the burger not overcooked. Your experience may be totally different.

The Stand is Fiyya! I understand why they have so many reviews. I ordered today through DoorDash…read more I work in DTLA, and the food was still delicious when it arrived. The Build-Your-Own Burger (pink throughout) was cooked perfectly and tastes so damn good. The Stand Dog with Chili, mustard, onions, and Fire sauce is another winner, as are the Fire Fries. Everything was made as requested, which equals good service. Would I order from The Stand again? Hell yeah! I tried uploading photos, but encountered too much trouble. Please forgive any typos; this was typed on a mobile.

The hostess was more than hospitable and immediately made us feel welcome. We came on a mission to…read moretry your short rib grilled cheese, and it did not disappoint. Before I took the first bite, the smell of all of the ingredients told me that I was in for a treat! The fries were perfectly cooked, and the side sauces worked well with the sandwich and the side orders. Great job, thank you. I was pleased with the service level of the employees who made us feel welcome. The Prime Rib Grilled Cheese sandwich has amazing flavors and works well with a side of fries. Let's do it again...

NYC chicken & gyro is one of those spots that hits when you're craving something filling,…read moreflavorful, and no-fuss. We ordered the mixed platter with chicken and lamb, the chicken gyro, and their fries~ everything came out super satisfying and yummy. The platter was stacked with juicy, well-seasoned meat over rice, and the lamb had that pertect savory richness while the chicken stayed tender and flavorful. Their white sauce really ties everything together, especially when you drizzle it over everything. The chicken gyro was just as good-warm pita, packed with meat, and super comforting. And the fries were crispy and perfect for dipping. Simple, hearty, and really good portions for the price. Definitely a go-to if you're in Venice and want something quick but still hits every time~

Came by New York Chicken & Gyro and honestly this spot exceeded expectations. I ordered the mixed…read moreplatter and wings both were . The meat was well-seasoned, fresh, and the portions were solid. The wings had great flavor and weren't dry at all, which is always a win. Service was quick and the staff was friendly, and you can tell they care about the quality of the food they're putting out. The shop itself has a good vibe and feels like a spot I'd keep coming back to. Definitely a must-try if you're in the area I'll be back for sure.

Chili cheese fries with a pile of pickles is like crack. I…read morecan't pass the place without stopping. You cannot leave your form in them or it will melt...that's how hot and fresh they are. But more important the staff is so great. thanks to all

Food: amazing food with a history of being an iconic restaurant for decades…read more Staff: they did their job and it was fast and efficient. Ambiance: it's a basic burger joint as far as ambience goes. Its clean and there are plenty of places to sit.

I usually get the asada burrito all meat with jack cheese inside it's so delicious and juicy lol so…read moreamazing one of my favorite go to when I come here Also I throw in some asada tacos 4 to be exact to end it . Great customer service under loud environment well taken care of clean inside sitting love the decorations feels like home Well recommended for this location

Que maldito es ese lugar que mal humor de todos empleados. Nunca volveré en mi vida!…read more I went here yesterday and ALLLL staff were super rude and laughing the whole time, I'm not sure if they were all under the influence of something or we walked into a joke prior but what an uncomfortable experience in this place. It was the only place in the area open until 12 and my friends and I left karaoke at 1130. The experience was so bad I cancelled my order. I ordered a bean and cheese burrito for 5.85 and the cashier told me it cost $2.55 to add sour cream and did some extra weird punching in of things at the register and it went from $7 and some change when I initially said, "can you add sour cream" ? Then I all of sudden had a $9 bean and cheese burrito. My friend ordered in Spanish and told them no ice in her horchata. They put a full cup of ice and wrote it on the receipt in Spanish. Not sure if they were laughing at her ordering? Because her accent isn't super strong and she looks Italian - very fair skin w dark hair (still not a reason) but Ella es Panameña, but they laughed the whole time we were there. She also was missing a taco and they charged her for 3 and they took super long to make her food and they were closing in 15 min for 3 little street tacos. People kept coming from the back to the grill and the front register to laugh and speak Spanish (I speak Spanish) but very unprofessional and super rude establishment and environment. Very weird experience 0 stars - wouldn't recommend

have been coming to this causal restaurant for their whole rotisserie chicken for years. Probably…read morethe best rotisserie chicken in the area. The price is reasonable IMO. They can get busy at times. A little wait is worth it. service is overall sufficient. A local burger joint vibe. I may lack the background to appreciate their mediterranean dishes but I have tried them. I still prefer the chicken, it is a safer choice if you are that not into Mediterranean foods. Hot sauce, garlic sauce, and the pita bread are a must. The nutty dessert baklava is good as well, sweet & sticky. Overall. This is a good place that offers amazing rotisserie chicken, way better than the ones from the supermarkets or the wholesales place. Just my two cents. Make your choice wisely ;)

Here's a cleaner, more polished version you can use:…read more I've had mixed experiences at this Zankou Chicken location in Pasadena, but today was especially frustrating. It was 12:09 and the restaurant was empty when I ordered a chicken sandwich with no tomato and no onion. My order was made incorrectly, and to make matters worse, two customers who came in after me and ordered full and half chickens received their food well before I did. I also paid for an extra side of pickles, which was completely left out of my order. Meanwhile, several employees were just standing around talking. Overall, really disappointing service today.

Food was perfectly cooked and prepared really quickly, my fries were actually hot. Many places seem…read moreto have a problem getting hit fries out of the kitchen. I will definitely go back.

This spot easily makes my top 3 chicken sandwiches I've ever had. I went with the spicy, and it was…read moreHOT like actually hot but in the best way possible. Flavor was on point and the sauces really take it to another level. Seating is limited (only four seats), but my wife and I went on a Friday night and had no problem grabbing a spot and eating there. If you're into real heat and great flavor, this place is worth it. As good or better than any chicken sando in LA.

A great place to unwind in Pasadena. A little trivia: a scene from the TV show Shrinking (AppleTV)…read morehas Harrison Ford sitting outside right in front of this Dog Haus! The staff here is always professional and courteous which makes this place stand out. I like the SoCali dog. They also have a deep selection of beer on tap, making it a consistently well-managed spot and a great place to grab a bite while enjoying the Old Town Pasadena atmosphere. Highly recommended.

My experience was pretty bad…read more Came here at night last week, still had 3 hours till closing. Order some hot dogs and tots. Wanted to grab a beer, ask bartender for it and tells me out of stock. Okay that's normal, sometimes the restaurant can't control that. So I then ordered a fountain drink. Finish the transaction, immediately go to the soda machine and pick my first option. I try it, it's pure sparkling water. Go to the second option, pure sparkling water again. Go to the third option, pure sparkling water. At this point, I want a refund on the fountain drink because I paid and this machine doesn't seem to be working. I do not ask the bartender for a refund because a massive group of 20 just walked in, I just let it go. Food comes in shortly after I order, boom, next mistake. There's mustard on my hotdog. I didn't want mustard and I asked for no mustard, receipt says no mustard. I try my best to wipe it off and just eat it. Very disappointed in this place, will not be coming back and I do not recommend. Also, one of the bartenders made a fart noise with his mouth and hands towards a regular/his friend. No biggie for me, but he started pouring drinks after that. No hand wash or hand wipe? Kind of gross, luckily for me I was already getting to leave.

Came here after checking out Descanso Gardens and was worried they'd sell out so I placed an online…read moreorder. Picking up was smooth and easy but parking was awful. We had to circle the area a few times to find street parking. It would be nice if they had a designated parking lot in addition to street parking because some of the businesses around there had that. There was seating inside despite the store being pretty small, so my bf and I just ate inside. The cakes were pretty good! I got the Matcha Yuzu and he got the Kinako Chestnut. I couldn't really taste the yuzu until I tried only the first layer of cream. The matcha overpowers the yuzu a lot because there was two layers of matcha cream and one layer of matcha cake. Still really good and can taste that the matcha is high quality! As for the kinako chestnut, we couldn't taste the chestnut much but there were some chestnut pieces hidden in the cake! I would love to try the peach one as well but this place is quite far. Hopefully I'm in the area when they have the peach seasonal again.

Ordered UberEats and my order arrived in less than an hour!…read more Menu had a good variety of sandwiches, cakes, and drinks. Pricing was pricey. Most of the cakes cost $9+ and the sandwiches were $10+! Got the Egg Heaven Sandwich ($13) and it was pretty much an egg salad sandwich. The bread didn't taste fresh and was quite dry. I was expecting the bread to be soft and fluffy but that wasn't the texture at all. The egg salad was quite heavy on mayonnaise and had too much pepper for my preference. Overall, I wasn't impressed with the sandwich unfortunately. The Sunny Side Up (Coconut Mango Mousse Cake) - $9.50 - was delicious! Love how it was nicely packaged in a cute tin! The mango mousse was so creamy and I could tell it was made with sweet mangos! The cake was so moist and fresh. The coconut cream on top made it even more delicious! Definitely recommend! The Tiramisu ($9.50) was so good! It was so creamy and every bite was nicely layered with mascarpone mousse/coffee jelly and topped with cocoa powder. It wasn't too sweet and the cream didn't feel too heavy. The cake was very fresh and soft! Overall, I didn't enjoy the sandwich but the cakes were incredible and definitely worth getting!