Restaurants & Lodging

List of hotels & restaurants near Carnegie Science Observatories

Restaurants

Mi Piace Modern (Italian)

A classic of old town Pasadena. Incredible Italian food and good portions. Can get busy even on weeknights so good to get there early. Not great with very big groups.

FishwivesSeafood (Modern, New-England style seafood and raw bar)

A veritable fish (and oyster) fest!

Mama Lu's Dumpling House (Chinese/Taiwanese Dim Sum)

Good for family style sharing. Can get busy in the evenings.

Mama M Sushi (Japanese)

Local sushi spot with a large variety of rolls as well as many fully cooked options. Nice outdoor patio for small groups. Live music on Thursday nights.

Cafe Santorini (Mediterranenan)

A favorite in Old Town and great for big groups. They have a very comfortable rooftop balcony, a great bar, & they specialize in classic seafood, pizza & mezes.

True Food Kitchen (Health Focused-Fare)

Really great place for any food allergies or preferences. They highlight gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options. Really delicious seasonal menus.

Tibet Nepal House (Nepalese)

A bit of a hidden gem in Old Town. Good sized portions and usually on the quieter side.

Ramen Tatsunoya (Ramen)

Traditional ramen plus gyoza and other appetizer ramen. Good for solo-dining at the bar or in small groups.

Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery (Traditional American)

A little off the beaten path of Old Town Pasadena. Good for a lighter dinner. Lots of good appetizers and a great place to grab some cheese or bread to take home.

HiroNori Craft Ramen (Ramen)

Delicious ramen near South Lake Ave. Great for small groups. Vegan options available.