Pasadena, Los Angeles · restaurant
South Pas finally has a grown-up bistro that doesn’t feel like a retirement party. Brick walls, vintage touches, and a leafy back patio set the scene for polished comfort food. Think buttermilk biscuits, fideos with clams, and a burger that gets everything right. The drinks are thoughtful without being fussy, and the whole place hums with the energy of people who booked a sitter and actually want to schmooze.
Cheddar, dijonaise, egg brioche bun. "So good you'll immediately crave another"
Gin, white vermouth, house-pickled onion.
Honey butter. "Flaky two-inch towers of greatness," says The Infatuation
Bourbon, sugar, Angostura bitters, orange peel.
Solid bar burger with lettuce, tomato, pickles, special sauce.