(626) 796-9501
713 E Green St
Pasadena,
CA
91101
34.1446
-118.1358
Neighborhood: South Pasadena
Maison Akira
What People Are Saying About Maison Akira
The Editor
Kim Cooper
Citysearch
Located near the Pasadena Playhouse, sophisticated locals and clued-in international visitors are meant to feel continents away amid the dining room's gilded walls, lush red drapery, flickering candles and contemporary Impressionist artwork. Linen-covered tables are thoughtfully spaced, allowing decor-seduced diners some measure of intimacy. A fixture in L.A.'s fine-dining community, Chef Akira Hirose (L'Orangerie, Citrus) has crafted a menu as luxurious as the eatery's striking design. Notable starters include chilled and caviar-dotted lobster claws; peppery duck pâté, luscious…
12/01/08
Overpriced, okay food
by oy1027
The dinning area is beautiful, great for romantic dining. Service is good, well please note half of the tables are empty. Menu is very expensive, and personally I don't think it's worth the price.
Now the food:
Appetizer: C+, very small portion, taste average.
Lobster Bisque: F, taste like Campbell's soup plus Pepto-Bismol, seriously it taste like medicine.
Lamb Chop: A+, cook just right, taste great.
So, for the price I think it's overpriced.
10/20/08
test review for listing id 235416
by testuserak8
this is a test review for listing id 235416 or maison akira....looks like very expensive but very popular restaurant in pasadena and one should try it out !!!
10/04/08
One of the best French places I've been to
by ILover
This is my first review and I wanted to write about this place- it's amazing! The food is outstanding as well as the interior and service. We had a romantic dinner and I enjoyed every minute of the evening. By far, one of the best places to go with a special someone or a group of friends who can appreciate good food and wine.
The Details on Maison Akira
The Extras:
Hollywood Bowl bento boxes are available for $20, and may include soba pasta salad, smoked duck and a caramel-apple tart.
Where to Sit:
For the most intimate seating, request a window-side table looking out over Green Street.
When to Go:
Sundays, a champagne brunch buffet features omelettes, sushi, salads, prime rib, desserts and more for $34. A la carte selections are also available.
Know Before You Go:
Enjoy a romantic champagne-and-dessert nightcap to go. Selections are kept in a chilled case just past the restaurant's entrance.
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