Dine

A chain with locations throughout the U.S. and Canada, Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ features small charcoal grills at every table, allowing diners to become their own expert cook and to share their best creations, a la carte style, with their tablemates. It offers a wide range of meat, including the best-sellers Harami Skirt Steak in Miso marinade and certified Angus Kalbi Short Rib in Tare Soy marinade. Other popular items include pork, lamb, duck, chicken, garlic shrimp, and a variety of vegetables.

Kabuki Restaurant showcases traditional and innovative Japanese cuisine that includes  sushi, entrees, lunch specials, happy hours, and an award-winning Kid's Menu (Restaurant Hospitality Magazine). Enjoy patio dining along Colorado Boulevard - it's dog friendly too!

Kaviar Sushi Bar is an upscale Japanese kitchen serving up an exquisite selection of sushi and fusion masterpieces. Join us and create incredible memories in our peaceful and cozy upstairs environment, with a birds-eye view of Raymond Avenue and Old Pasadena's historic setting. 

Mama M Sushi & Rolls specializes in offering an extensive menu of exactly that: sushi and rolls.  Enjoy their excellent and authentic quality for a delicious dining experience.

Panda and Naughty Boy both started out as a pop-up.  Panda served Burgers and Bowls, while Naughty Boy rolled Sushi to the communities of the greater Orange, Long Beach, and Los Angeles.  Both brands quickly grew and realized they should collaborate on a store front to keep the integrity of their food, progressive culinary creativity, and service, proper.  Part of the One Colorado Food District on Union Street, enjoy delicious vegan and vegetarian options of your favorite sushi and bowl options!  100% plant-based Asian fusion!

Osawa brings together sushi, Shabu Shabu, and Otsumami on its menu while practicing the Japanese tradition of omotenashi, or hospitality – the exquisite Japanese art of welcoming and serving guests. The tapas-like Otsumami menu features dishes like shishito tempura stuffed spicy tuna and king salmon ceviche with chili lemon soy; while the Shabu Shabu menu shines with options like Kurobuta pork, fresh market seafood, and Saga Beef. Diners can choose from nearly three dozen types of sushi. Sake, wine, and beer are also offered.

In 2015, the well-established Japanese chain Ramen Tatsunoya chose Old Pasadena as its first U.S. location, and the eatery’s popularity is evident by the lines out the door most days. Recognized by connoisseurs, Tatsunoya is dedicated to perfecting the ultimate bowl of ramen. The traditional tonkotsu menu includes koku and jun, their signature ramen, as well as items inspired by the city of Pasadena.

Sushi Enya in Old Pasadena opened in early 2017 – another location can be found in Little Tokyo in Downtown Los Angeles. Chef Kimiyasu Enya trained for over ten years in Japan – he and the kitchen team receive fresh products from the fish market every day. The menu focuses on fish-based Japanese sushi and American sushi rolls, but also offers contemporary dishes like ceviche and special rolls for vegan diets. Sushi Enya also features daily specials and the chef's tasting "omakase" course. Wine and sake are available.

Sushi Roku combines exceptionally fresh fish with a splash of California innovation to create a range of sushi options, which showcase flavors from a variety of international influences. Dining selections also include luscious salads, hot and cold specialty appetizers, and an extensive selection of hot entrees. The bar serves specialty cocktails, extensive wines and sakes, and a hand-picked selection of Japanese beers, and features a daily Happy Hour.

At Sushi Stop, everything is served on small plates and start at a fixed price of $2.95, a price designed to encourage customers to be adventurous with a large and diverse menu. Beer and wine are served.