Places to eat

LA

Saladang Song

Complex flavors and a lovely Post-Modern patio make this trendy Thai eatery a Pasadena favorite. Insiders swear by the delicious flavored rice soup breakfast.

383 S Fair Oak Ave

Yujean Kang's

Items such as Ants on Tree (glass noodles with flank steak) and Chinese shrimp polenta are served in this unusual Chinese restaurant. The wine list is excellent.

67 N Raymond Ave

Marston's

Start the day with blueberry pancakes, golden French toast, or other breakfast favorites at this popular cottage hangout.

151 E Walnut St

The Raymond

One of Pasadena's finest restaurants, this Craftsman-style cottage has a menu of American classics.

1250 S Fair Oaks Ave at Columbia St

Parkway Grill

Only the freshest organic ingredients are used to perfect inspired Californian cuisine.

510 S Arroyo Parkway

Kuala Lumpur

This eatery provides a good introduction to Malaysian food. Try the rojak, a zesty salad, and the yummy coconut-based laksa curry.

69 W Green St

Bistro 45

This classy place in a beautifully restored Art Deco building turns out excellent French fare paired with one of the best wine lists in town.

45 S Mentor Ave

Cafe Santorini

The tables on the terrace are the most coveted on balmy summer evenings. The Greek and Italian menu has lots of fun appetizers.

64 W Union St

Sushi Roku

Classic sushi and creative new takes on Asian food keep this attractively designed place busy.

33 Miller Alley

Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant

Most people come here for the signature German-style brews, but the upscale beer hall fare is equally satisfying and filling.

41 Hugus Alley