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American restaurant in Pasadena, California
What should I order at Nick's Pasadena?
What to order
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Butter Cake
Mentioned multiple times as a must-have dessert and described as delicious, with reviewers saying it is the best, an absolute must-have, and worth returning for.
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Deviled Eggs
Recommended more than once as a standout appetizer; reviewers called them delicious, crowd favorites, and praised the creative fried egg-white preparation.
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San Francisco Cioppino
Repeatedly praised for being very flavorful, full of seafood, and generously portioned, making it one of the most strongly recommended entrées.
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Scottish Salmon
Frequently mentioned as a favorite entrée, with reviews describing it as delicious and noting that it was a go-to choice for repeat visitors.
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Center Cut Filet
Recommended several times for being cooked properly, tender, and well prepared, especially when ordered medium rare.
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Spinach Dip And Chips
Praised as one of the best versions the reviewer had ever had, with strong positive feedback about its flavor and overall quality.
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Prime Rib Dip
Highlighted as an outstanding entrée with excellent flavor and a strong recommendation from reviewers who found it especially memorable.
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French Onion Soup
Specifically singled out as a favorite, with reviewers saying it is very smooth and not overly salty.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
About Nick's Pasadena
Nick's Pasadena is an American restaurant in Pasadena, California, serving lunch, dinner, brunch, breakfast, and dessert with table service and a bar onsite. Reviewers consistently praise the warm butter cake, asparagus fries, cioppino, ribeye sandwich, and the restaurant's cocktails, especially the signature margaritas. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with strong service and fast pacing. It is popular for groups, tourists, and solo dining, and reservations are recommended because it is usually a wait.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Nick's Pasadena known for?
Nick's Pasadena is best known for its warm butter cake, which is the most mentioned dish in reviews and is repeatedly described as a must-have dessert. Reviewers also call out the cioppino, ribeye sandwich, and signature margaritas, along with fast service and a menu that feels worth the price range of $20 to $70.
What dishes are most recommended at Nick's Pasadena?
Reviewers most often recommend the warm butter cake, asparagus fries, ribeye sandwich, and cioppino. Other frequently praised dishes include deviled eggs, spinach dip and chips, meatloaf and potatoes, buttermilk fried chicken, and the Nick's Prime Rib Dip, with comments focusing on strong seasoning and generous portions.
What is the atmosphere like at Nick's Pasadena?
The dining room is described as lively, beautiful, cozy, and upscale, with some seating near the front entry, upstairs, and bar areas. It suits date nights, celebrations, and group dinners, though reviewers note it can be a little noisy when busy.
Is Nick's Pasadena good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $20 to $70, and reviewers say the restaurant is priced superbly for the quality. They point to well-prepared entrées like center cut filet, Chilean sea bass, and buttermilk fried chicken, plus attentive service and fast pacing, as reasons the meal feels worth it.
When is the best time to visit Nick's Pasadena?
If you want a smoother visit, go early or be ready with a reservation, because reviews and the listing both say it is usually a wait and that lunch, brunch, and dinner reservations are recommended. Even when busy, guests report minimal wait times at some visits and fast delivery of drinks, appetizers, and entrées once seated.
Is parking available at Nick's Pasadena?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Nick's Pasadena have vegetarian options?
Yes, Nick's Pasadena offers vegan options.
