Plate 38 - Pasadena

Seafood, American, Breakfast-brunch
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Plate 38

Plate 38
4.0 / 5 (5644 reviews)

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Plate 38 has received a mix of reviews from diners, ranging from slow service due to understaffing to delicious dishes such as fried calamari and rock garnelen. Some customers have enjoyed happy hour specials, while others found disappointment in service and food quality. Noise levels were noted as a downside, but the overall consensus is positive, with many praising the excellent service and great food options. Popular menu items include tuna tartare tacos and Mary's 1/2 fried chicken, with affordable prices and generous portions. Despite some issues with wait times and inaccuracies in orders, many diners expressed a desire to return for the tasty food and friendly staff at Plate 38.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Luis

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★ 4 / 5 from 5644 reviews
luis-enrique-martine-52
12.04.2025

I loved the place. Happy Hour menu is amazing. I ordered Cesar Salad , Grilled fish taco aaaaand the Huarache (pic) !!! A must.

filippo-fior-restaur
12.04.2025

Quite a funny fancy place that is actually not that great. Took forever to have an hamburger that was ok. Fries where still oily and service was kind of OK but not great.

valerie-maximoff-2
12.04.2025

My wife and I went here for Happy Hour and it is highly recommended! It gives you the chance to try things not on the typical menu. Originally, we were just going to have regular dinner here but none of the menu items really seemed all that interestingor worth trying for the price. But after hearing about the Happy Hour options from our server, it was well worth the stay.

tina-c-ivy5348
12.04.2025

Met a friend here for lunch and really liked the place. It's on a busy corner, but inside it's very cozy and even the outside seating is nice and comfortable. Our food was awesome and our waiter was very friendly. I'll def be returning here.

doug-kiner-1
12.04.2025

Stumbled across Plate 38 during a short visit to Pasadena. Thoroughly enjoyed this place! I had brunch and selected the Lox Bagels, and it was one of the best I have had huge portion of smoked salmon and all the fixings! The staff was very attentiveand pleasant to talk to. I like it so much I am coming back again tomorrow before flying home!

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You can use the WLAN of the restaurant free of charge.

The restaurant serves you a choice of gluten-free meals.

The restaurant is accessible and can therefore also be used with a wheelchair or physiological disabilities.

The restaurant accepts various credit cards.

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