How does a stroll through Old Town Pasadena turn into an experience sublime??!!

I went here on a whim—I noticed it was a new place and they were having their grand opening which I found to be exciting. It looked classy, casual, and undeniably cool with the DJ, and the infinite bar.But these are just the aesthetics. If I go to a restaurant, I want good food, right? Well…oh man, did I get it. They have a sushi menu that will blow you away. I’m no sushi chef, but I know my sushi and I know what I like, and this was IT! SUPREME ROLLS! My date ordered the dena roll; I ordered the spider and the fuji. Both were phenomenal. But, truly, their whole menu was rockin’ . We came in a big group so we got the chance to try a whole lot. None of it was any less than outstanding. Their humongous chicken salad, their cheese tortellini, and especially their fitness menu. Which for me (It’s no secret, I’m a hefty eater) is a big surprise. It was all great.

As for dessert, if you’re going to order anything GET THE LAVA CAKE!!!! It is to die for. My table ordered three and still wanted another.

I definitely plan on going back again soon and I recommend it to anyone who will be stopping by Pasadena

I’ve been to many a restaurant in West Hollywood and, let me tell you, there is some steep competition. But for Yamashiro, it makes no difference. Yamashiro is easily one of the best restaurants I have been to in town. Not only do they have a staff that is always attentive to your every need – and when I say this I do not joke. Literally, the instant I finished a beverage, I found it being filled once more; when I was done with a plate, it was cleared from the table in an instant- but the ambiance is incredible. It is the perfect balance between comfort and class. When you walk in you feel you have stepped into something special, but it is in no way stuffy or uptight. It is upscale without the rigidness that usually comes with it. That balance is a difficult trait to accomplish, but if it’s done anywhere it’s done here.

As for the food…where do I begin? It doesn’t matter if you’re ordering an appetizer, an entree, or a beverage, anything is a safe bet and will blow you away—that is if the portion size doesn’t serve as a ballast in your belly. That will keep you digesting in your chair for at least a good hour. Truly, though, since my first visit I have been there five times now and the quality is consistent and unconditional. My personal favorites are their meats, specifically the fillet mignon. They’ve got a savor and tenderness to them that is unparalleled.

If you’re looking for a good experience, folks, go here. You can’t lose.

And make sure you order dessert!