Parkway Grill

Los Angeles natives Bob and Gregg Smith of Smith Brothers Restaurant Corporation have achieved prominence not only in the realm of Southern California dining, but also in local business and philanthropy. Throughout their more than three decades in the industry, the brothers' restaurants have garnered numerous awards, the highest honor being the striking loyalty of their clientele. From their...

For private parties, the sprawling dining room easily accommodates groups of up to 20, and a private room fits 27.

There's a quality selection of wines by the glass, some of them from smaller, lesser-known producers. Prices are fair, too.

Parkway Grill, once referred to as the Spago of Pasadena, remains popular, although it no longer dominates the local dining scene as it did in the ’80s. The owners have subsequently opened Arroyo Chop House and Smitty's, though The Grill maintains its loyal clientele for good reason. The handsome, brick-lined dining room is filled with linen-clad tables, attractive art, a prominent fireplace,...

Pasadena's "go-to for special occasions", this "charming, romantic" Californian from the Smith Brothers hits all the right notes with "upscale, delectable" surf 'n' turf fired in a fruitwood-burning oven, "thoughtful service" and a "beautiful" setting with "quiet corners and alcoves"; the "supper-club" vibe is augmented by a "popular piano bar" and "generous" pours, making it an "excellent" (if...

The Scene
The Grill is a big, jazzy, brick-lined expanse that's lively enough for festive groups yet classy enough for a first date (ask for one of the tranquil tables on the periphery)....

Parkway Grill, Pasadena. 1.7K likes. The Smith Brothers' trend-setter in innovative regional American cuisine."One of America's Top Tables" Gourmet magazine"One of Southern California's most popular...