(626) 795-1001
510 S Arroyo Pkwy
(California Boulevard)
Pasadena,
CA
91105
34.137001
-118.147303
Neighborhood: South Pasadena
Hours:
Mon-Thu 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10pm
Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-11pm
Sat 5pm-11pm
Sun 5pm-10pm
Price:
$$$$
Parkway Grill
Last updated 11.20.09
What People Are Saying About Parkway Grill
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – The Grill is a big, jazzy, brick-lined expanse that's lively enough for festive groups yet classy enough for a first date (ask for one of the tranquil tables on the periphery). Towering sprays of flowers, pastoral paintings, and nonstop piano add a romantic touch. – – The Food – While most of the simple, grilled entrees are pleasing, more intricate creations, like a flaccid and oversauced lobster crepe, fall flat. Crab cakes are fine, but the seared sea scallops with spicy curry oil or the glistening tuna tartare are better bets. Good ol' roasted chicken…
04/14/09
Another menu recently mangled by this company
by CSMobileUser at Citysearch
Another menu recently mangled by this company
11/02/07
One of THE best restaurants in the Pasadena/Glendale/San Gabriel Valley area
by fluidity at Citysearch
There isn't a single place in the area within a 10+ mile radius that I like more. I like this place more than Arroyo Chophouse. I haven't been to Raymond or the Ritz-Carlton yet, but I haven't been anywhere else that maybe be better for the price in the area. I've been to Parkway Grill 4 times over the last 8 years, and have always had a pleasant experience. I went there last night to take my girlfriend out for her 25th birthday, and my experience was so pleasant that I felt compelled to write a review.
Great service. I always loved the ambience - dimly lit, high ceiling, oak bar, live piano. The time it was very loud though - the only complaint I have. It's more bustling now. Arrived 20 minutes early and was seated within 5 minutes, in a secluded corner table, as requested on OpenTable. Excellent waiter, Ron, knew everything on the menu. I just got a cheap bottle of Cabernet so can't say much there.
FOOD - Crab cakes to start - blah, little salty, tasty, but nothing special. Veal Cheeks - holy moly! This is a home run dish. Recently added to the menu. The waiter strongly suggested I try it. You won't see it on their website. Think braised short ribs x 10. Succulent, tender, flavorful. Came with chanterelle mushrooms, beat puree, blanched peppercorns (that looked like salmon roe, but were peppercorns - awesome!), a white puree I couldn't identify, and a brown onion something or other. Anyhow, everything came together BEAUTIFULLY. This alone was worth the price of admission. A+ for the veal cheeks.
Main entree - Salmon - blah. Beef Braised Short Rib - now this wasn't the most tender short rib I've ever had, but it was definitely the largest, still incredibly tender, and absolutely delicious. Still fall off the bone. The array of vegetables and potatoes complemented the meat nicely. B+/A- for that dish.
Dessert - Creme Brulee Napoleon - Exquisite. Filo dough so flavorful. A-. Free scoops ice cream in a cone boat for B-day.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
- Pros: Food, Service, Ambience
- Cons: Loud on a Thursday night, so not always recommended for a romantic date
07/28/07
great
by loridesimone at Citysearch
i just love this place..... Excellent customer service and great food. Very friendly place
The Details on Parkway Grill
Know Before You Go:
The handsome oak bar is a fine place to dine alone, or with a fellow imbiber. The bartenders are crack pros and engaging conversationalists.
What to Drink:
There's a quality selection of wines by the glass, some of them from smaller, lesser-known producers. Prices are fair, too.
The Extras:
For private parties, the sprawling dining room easily accommodates groups of up to 20, and a private room fits 27.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Private Rooms, Online Reservations, Date Spot, Group Dining, Live Music, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene
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