Birthday lunch in Pasadena

[superkatie]

On Tuesday, I'm taking my sister out for her birthday. I'm looking for: good fun, moderate prices, and something different/fun. I live in Claremont, and she lives in Silver Lake, so around Pasadena would be a good place to meet. Ideas?

[AquaW]

Another one for the CrepeVine. I also like Marston but they can be crowded. Green St. Cafe is another consideration for a fairly casual lunch.

Other places to check out include 561 Restaurant (the cooking school restaurant) that has some really creative dishes -- too bad you're not lunching on Thurs/Fri - when they have a steal of an eight-course tasting menu for just $35.

Maison Akira / Japon Bistro are also good options for modernized/fusion japanese lunches.

Another fusion place I've heard good things about Thaitalian, have been meaning to go for awhile now.

~H.C.
http://la-oc-foodie.blogspot.com

[mrpullings]

Julienne in South Pas/San Marino on Mission. Lovely spot - nice lunch/breakfast. They'll do a nice birthday thing if you let them know ahead of time.

[onebite]

I'll second Julienne. It's very nice.

[djblisk]

Saladang.

[crystaw]

The Crepe Vine!
http://www.thecrepevine.com/

Marston's is nice too
http://www.marstonsrestaurant.com/

[alliebear]

I was going to suggest the Crepe Vine, too. The service can be a little spotty, but the owner is always there when I've been and she's really nice. They have good crepes and great fries.

[onebite]

Afternoon tea at the Huntington Library & Gardens is fun. Quality of the food is not up to the standards of many Chowhounders, but you can't beat the location. It's an enjoyable way to spend a few hours.

[Babette]

Parkway Grill mght be a good choice.
http://www.theparkwaygrill.com/

[Spiff]

The Scarlet Tea Room has pretty good lunches, and I don't think they are too expensive.