Dos Besos
Welcome to Dos Besos, a Spanish restaurant located in the heart of Pasadena, California. This intimate and trendy spot offers a range of amenities such as reservation options, delivery, takeout, and limited vegetarian dishes. The restaurant prides itself on being wheelchair accessible, ADA-compliant, and open to all, creating a welcoming environment for all guests.
Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes that have received rave reviews from customers. From fresh shrimps and paella done to perfection to delightful tapas and seafood stew, Dos Besos offers a taste of authentic Spanish cuisine. The restaurant's signature dishes, such as the seafood paella with crispy rice and the flavorful filet mignon, are perfect for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends.
The ambiance at Dos Besos is cozy and inviting, with outdoor seating available for those looking to dine al fresco. The friendly and attentive staff adds to the overall dining experience, providing recommendations and ensuring that all needs are met.
With a menu that includes cava, sangria, and a variety of Spanish-inspired desserts, Dos Besos aims to transport guests to Spain with each bite. Whether you're craving traditional tapas or a show-stopping seafood dish, Dos Besos has something for every palate.
So, if you're in the mood for a taste of Spain in Pasadena, look no further than Dos Besos. With its charming atmosphere, delectable dishes, and top-notch service, this restaurant is sure to leave a lasting impression on food lovers and Spanish cuisine enthusiasts alike. ¡Buen provecho!
Dos Besos Menu
Location
Address: 99 Union St Pasadena, CA 91103
Phone: (626) 696-3741
Business info
- Takes ReservationsYes
- DeliveryNo
- TakeoutNo
- Limited Vegetarian OptionsYes
- Wheelchair accessibleYes
- ADA-compliant main entranceYes
- ADA-compliant restroomYes
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Accepts CryptocurrencyNo
- Outdoor SeatingYes
- Casual, Trendy, Intimate, Romantic, Classy, UpscaleYes
- Moderate NoiseYes
- Good for GroupsYes
- Good for Dinner, DessertYes
- Garage Parking, Street ParkingYes
- Waiter ServiceYes
- Beer & Wine OnlyYes
- Dogs AllowedYes
- Heated Outdoor SeatingYes
- Gender-neutral restroomsYes
- Open to AllYes
- Offers CateringNo
- Wi-FiNo
- Happy HourNo
- Drive-ThruNo
- Covered Outdoor SeatingNo
- Bike ParkingYes
Last Reviews
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Author: Kenzie W.
A delight. Truly. Service and ambiance was wonderful. Shrimps were fresh and the extra serving of bread to soak up the white wine sauce was mandatory. They don't have cocktails but they have cava and sangria. Very bright, fresh and light for a nice summer evening. Paella was done extremely well and nice and crispy on the bottom just how I like it. We had a tuna tartar salad of sorts which could have used a little more dressing as the leaves were fairly dry.
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Author: Cesar C.
A common gesture, when greeting someone in some Spanish speaking countries, is a hug or two kisses. Dos besos restaurant not only translates to "two kisses," but it also invokes a feeling of warmth and culinary familiarity. For me, however, DB gets one beso, and perhaps a second one at some point in the future. Why? Well, i first commend them for their friendly service and ambiance. Moving onto the food, the appetizers and sangria were delicious. But, the main dish, paella was "ok," pricey and not at all a serving for two as listed in the menu. A request to the management is: please, please provide a generous paella serving. Otherwise, for the cost of the plate (paella for two at $60 and for the vegetables version) I'll keep better to making my own at a fraction of the price. Maybe, I'll try DB again, at some point ...
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Author: Pat O.
Small restaurant with wonderful outside dining (heaters for cool nights). Service was excellent. Food was delicious. We have 4 starters and all were delicious (tomato garlic toast, barilla with fresh tomatoes, potatoes and shrimp in garlic sauce). Sorry no photos. Entrees were filet mignon (no photo), Branzino and seafood paella. We're all planning on coming back. Great food. Perfect paella, with rice crisped on the pan and seafood perfect.
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Author: Steve A.
I guess we should start with parking Expect to park in a nearby structure. About a block away is a parking garage which has a sign 10 for weekend parking you can enter on Holly or Union. The parking structure across the street is very tight on spaces and turns. We made our reservation by email dosbesospasadena@gmail.com They got back to us same night. Most of the tables are outside so bring a jacket. The patio does have heat lamps. But this are is like a wind tunnel. Service was very good efficient friendly. We ordered 4 tapas The octopus which was good. A salad which was nothing special, a omelette with potatoes and a flat bread with tomatoes and cilantro not worth it. Our friends order the paella seafood which is 62 dollars it says it will feed two but I would say 1.5. We ordered a seafood stew order extra bread the sauce is great. ( bread is $5). We also order a sea bass which is encased in salt. This is brought out with a flame as it is a whole fish but they take it back to the kitchen to be fillet. I have had this dish in other places which makes more of a show. The amount of fish brought back to the table and its presentation showed me the kitchen does not know how to fillet a fish. If it had been brought back whole and we could just debone it as we ate we would have had more fish to enjoy. The sea bass appeared to be a branzino. Are friends ordered dessert which was nothing special. We did order a sangria which was good. Dinner for was just south of $400 including tip and tax. We did have a fun evening The timing bringing out the food was off not all food for dinner was served at same time but as we were sharing dishes this was less of an issue. This is an area where you can walk a block down to Colorado Blvd.