According to the latest US government census, the city of Pasadena, California has a population of just under 140,000, yet the city has more than 500 restaurants.

Pasadena has an abundance of malls, shops, boutiques, cinemas, art galleries, museums and of course it is the host of the Rose Parade and the Rose Bowl and because it is situated on the edge of the San Fernando Valley, in the At the beginning of the San Gabriel Valley and just nine miles north of downtown Los Angeles, it draws a large population from the area. According to the Pasadena Visitors Bureau, the city employs more than 100,000 people.

Due to the above, the city is home to a large number of restaurants, coffee shops, fast food places and specialty restaurants. Whether you are looking for a cheap, mid-priced or expensive restaurant, if you are craving Central or South American, Chinese, French, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, Thai food, a burger joint, a steakhouse, indoor dining, alfresco dining or driving, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Pasadena.

Old Town Pasadena is fast becoming one of Los Angeles County’s biggest attractions. Old Town has several restaurants on every block, many with patio or sidewalk seating, where you can take a break from shopping, go to the movies, visit art galleries or museums, and have lunch, dinner, or a cup of coffee while watch people go by.

Wherever you go in Pasadena you will find places to eat and have fun. Sample some of the best burgers in California at Original Tommy’s or In-N-Out, enjoy good traditional Mexican food while listening to live music at places like Mijares Mexican Restaurant, eat a great cut of meat at Parkway Grill or Beckham Grill, dine while enjoying comics at the Ice House, dine, dance and drink at Moose McGillicuddy’s, eat sushi at places like Zono Shushi or sample fine Italian dishes at any number of great Italian restaurants. Whatever you are looking for in a restaurant you will find it in Pasadena.

For more information on the city of Pasadena, California and a restaurant directory and Pasadena restaurant reviews, visit Pasadena City Guides and Directories

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