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OLD OAK CELLARS (626) 674-9244 oldoakcellars.com Old Oak Cellars, Pasadena’s only winery, is a family run winery which brings to Pasadena skilled winemaking traditions dedicated to the creation of excellent and affordable wines. Starting from a small family owned vineyard, we now source our grapes from several premier vineyards. Winemakers Paul and David produce a variety of Bordeaux and Burgundy style award winning wines. Please visit us to learn our techniques and purchase our wines for your table. Cheers!
OSEK KOREAN CUISINE 67 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena (626) 644-1299 osekpasadena.com Take a Korean epicurean pilgrimage to experience the philosophy, beauty, and science of the traditional Korean cuisine at Osek. Translating into “five colors” in Korean, Osek utilizes five different colors of ingredients, which protect five different organs in our body. The restaurant’s menus feature traditional and modern tapas and entrées, including galbi sushi, bibimbap, and soon-tofu. If you are in the mood of splurging to please your gustatory receptors, try the seven-course tasting menus for $28 or $35.
PARK BENCH GRILL 2470 N. Lake Ave., Altadena (626) 797-2740 Formerly known as Park Bench Deli, Park Bench GRILL is now owned by Executive Chef Larry Quishenberry, a longtime Altadena resident and alumni of Pasadena's Le Cordon Bleu. The cafe-grill style restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. PBG is a BYOB eatery that boasts Po’ Boys and other hot sandwiches, fish dinners and pasta. Enjoy 50 percent off appetizers this month from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and like us on Facebook for future promos and daily specials.
PASADENA CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET (626) 449-0179 Pasadenafamersmarket.org Tuesdays – Villa Parke Center Saturdays – Victory Park Enjoy fresh local fruits, vegetables and farm products! If you have never been to a farmers market, you are in for a real treat. You’ll love the experience of buying directly from the farmer that grows the food. What you’ll love even more is the fresh, delicious taste of locally grown, nutritious fruits, vegetables and farm products. Our certified vendors only sell what they grow. Or, to put it another way, they won’t sell you anything that they did not grow. You know where your food came from and who grew it for you! The market is cash only, and we accept EBT!
PASADENA NOODLE & GRILL 2335 E. Colorado Blvd., # 110., Pasadena (626) 792-1893 pasadenanoodle.com Pasadena Noodle and Grill features pho, a noodle soup from Northern Vietnam, is served as a bowl of white rice noodle in beef broth (or chicken broth), with thin cuts of meat, variations featuring tendon, tripe, meatball or chicken. Spring rolls with lettuce (choose shrimp or tofu) are available to dip with mixed hoisin sauce. Crispy egg rolls and rice dishes with charbroiled pork chop, chicken, beef, baked egg or bean curd skin wrap shrimp are also on the menu.
PASADENA SANDWICH COMPANY 259 Sierra Madre Villa, #102, Pasadena (626) 578-1616 pasadenasandwichcompany.com Since 1995, Pasadena Sandwich Company has been a family owned and operated NY-styled deli. We cook our meats in-house and make all of our salads fresh daily. In addition to being Pasadena’s landmark lunch spot, we cater and deliver for every occasion — from tailgate parties to business meetings. Thank you to all our loyal customers, families, and friends for making us the No. 1 Deli in Pasadena. Here’s to another healthy and happy year!
PORTA VIA 1 W. California Blvd., Pasadena (626) 793-900 2507 Mission St., San Marino (626) 441-7600 portaviafoods.com
Our passion is creating delicious foods inspired by the vibrant flavors of Italy and the Mediterranean in a modern café-style atmosphere that’s as welcoming as an old neighborhood market. The ingredients are fresh sandwiches handcrafted, and soups made from original family recipes. Artisan sandwiches and panini are made with premium Italian meats and gourmet cheeses. One visit and you’ll see why Porta Via has become the go-to destination for authentic Italian cuisine and take-out in Pasadena.
PRESIDENT THAI 498 S. Rosemead Blvd., Pasadena (626) 578-9814 president-thai.com Decorated with ornate Thai art forms, the atmosphere at President Thai sets a traditional and scrumptious precedent for the food to come. Locals swarm this place for its friendly service and authentic Thai taste. Favorite dishes include the President BBQ Beef, and mouth-watering Garlic Prawns. Order a Sweet Sticky Rice with Mango for dessert or a savory Banana Roll for a delightful end to a fantastic meal.
REAL FOOD DAILY 899 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena (626) 844-8900 Real Food Daily is Southern California’s premiere organic plant-based restaurant serving a quality, authentic, creative and nutritionally balanced menu. We’re a cherished destination where community happens around education, connection and hospitality, over delicious, accessible food that’s real. At RFD, we enjoy surprising our guests. We raise the standards of plant-based restaurants by providing fresh, delicious, and unique meals of plant origin; educated, friendly, consistent and efficient service; and a clean, upbeat, and contemporary environment.
SUSHI BAR YOSHIDA 2026 Huntington Drive, San Marino (626) 281-9292 For almost 20 years, Sushi Bar Yoshida has quietly offered the freshest, most delicious fish and traditional Japanese dishes in the San Gabriel Valley. Locals come to savor the traditional Japanese dishes of Albacore tuna, toro and Japanese scallops prepared as only sushi chef and owner Yoshi can. Yoshida is also a destination for great sushi and unique seasonal items such as live sweet shrimp, lobster, soft shell crab, shirako and wild salmon. Once you’ve experienced the exceptional fish Yoshi himself selects daily, you’ll join the multitude of regulars who won’t go anywhere else.
THE COUNTER BURGER 140 Shoppers Lane, Pasadena (626) 440-1008 thecounterburger.com Step into The Counter® and you’re greeted with a clipboard and an extensive list of fresh chef-inspired mouth-watering ingredients that allow you to build your own gourmet burger. The 312,120-plus different combinations make every burger as unique as each customer. Established in 2003, The Counter® is the 21st century’s bold answer to the classic burger joint. Ushering in a fresh era of industrial decor, today’s music, cold beer, unique wines, cocktails, and burger options that are only limited by your imagination.
THE KITCHEN ITALIAN CAFÉ AND PIZZERIA 78 W. Union St., Pasadena (626) 796-9802 thekitchenitaliancafe.com The Kitchen Italian Café and Pizzeria is one of Old Pasadena’s hidden gems, well known by businesspeople and pizza lovers alike. Inside the rustic brick building you’ll find New York, Sicilian and Chicago-style pizzas, all made with fresh ingredients and available by the slice, half pan or full pan. Homemade soups, pastas and calzones can be savored for lunch or dinner.
THE MARKET ON HOLLY 57 E. Holly St., Pasadena 626-844-8811 Opened jointly by chef Mary Pat Brandmeyer and composer Marty Davich, The Market represents their combined aesthetic and attention to quality. Everything is made in-house with the highest quality ingredients. The Market on Holly is THE place to explore new and exclusive culinary frontiers. Open for breakfast at 7:00 during the week. All the pastries are baked in house every day, and are the best in town. Saturday and Sunday are reserved for their brunch, as well as their deli items. We serve lunch and take away picnic boxed din—CONTINUED ON PAGE 32 DINING GUIDE 2013 PASADENA WEEKLY
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