(626) 795-2478
45 S Mentor Ave
Pasadena,
CA
91106
34.1452
-118.131
Neighborhood: South Pasadena
What People Are Saying About Bistro 45
The Editor
Martha Burr
Citysearch
The Scene – A small, jewel-like Deco building on a quiet Old Pasadena street unfolds a series of three intimate, connected dining rooms tastefully adorned with champagne wallpaper, French silk lanterns, landscape paintings and white tablecloths. Lunches or evening parties are pleasant in the ivy-walled patio, and the vibrant, ochre-toned entrance bar room is inviting. Well-heeled Pasadena regulars range from romantic couples to Cal-tech professors, toasting choice wines among lively conversations and classic jazz. – – The Food – The menu seamlessly dovetails French…
07/05/09
BEWARE!
by jeaniejeans
the owner mixes the leftover wine and liquor at the end of the night and sells is back.
- Cons: you will be ripped off
11/27/08
Horrified
by jennyfromtheblock24
Went to Bistro 45 based on the reviews on here and never even made it to the table.
We were sitting at the bar waiting for the rest of our party enjoying a glass of wine when something happened.
A gray haired waiter with a mustache came to the bar and asked for a macallan on the rocks. The bartender told him they did not have it. The server then said "F*** these ____ just pour them anything, they won't know".
We paid our bill and told the maitre 'd that our party called and needed to cancel and we left.
There are too many great choices out there for me to listen to that kind of disrespect and language from some rude bitter waiter.
09/16/07
Good food from starters to desserts!
by cjoe
It was our first time at this restaurant, so we didn't know what to expect besides a little higher bill. We had to wait about 10 minutes, which wasn't too bad even though we had reservations. The ambience was pleasant, but a little on the loud side. The air conditioning was set a little too cool for me, but it was probably comfortable for the men in sports jackets. Our waiter was very pleasant and helpful. The food was nicely served and we enjoyed everything we ordered! We had the scallop salad and calamari for starters. Both were very good. For entrees we had the duck breast and the blue nose sea bass. Again both entrees were delicious including the accompanying vegetables. For dessert I had the chocolate soup. This is a small chocolate souffle served with a small scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and a small serving of warm chocolate sauce. It was the best! My husband had the Blue, Black & White...or something like that. It was blueberry ice cream inside chocolate ganache with creme fraiche. That was also very yummy.
We were very happy we tried this restaurant and will return on a week day.
The Details on Bistro 45
What to Drink:
The extensive list offers many choices by glass or bottle, and a seasonally adjusted special list for pairings with all dishes.
The Extras:
The restaurant organizes and caters events big or small, providing wines, full bar and gourmet food selections.
Look Good:
No reservations needed for the lively, elegant and beautiful wooden bar, where you can order food as well; it also offers 25 specialty cocktails like the blood orange Cosmo and creme brulee martini.
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