Phone: +16267954006
Address: 141 South Lake AveCA 91101, 91106, Pasadena, United States
City: Pasadena
Menu Dishes: 35
Reviews: 7228
Website: http://www.celestinopasadena.com/
"This has been one of our go to Italian restaurants in Pasadena for many years. But it is VERY unlikely that we will be there ever again. We were there to celebrate a family birthday with high expectations. But the evening began poorly when we had to ask twice for someone to take our drinks order. Once we were all seated with drinks served, our then friendly waiter Mario told us of the specials and took our orders. Then the real problems began. One of my expectations in good restaurants is for all orders to be served together. This didn 't happen. 3 meals were served, but the final 2 were at least 5 or more minutes behind. But the worst part was the food. Our 2 vegetarian guests ordered linguini alfredo, which was inedible. Another guest ordered the halibut special. I have never seen an entree served with such a tiny piece of fish! I 'm guessing that it couldn 't have weighed more that 2-3 ounces, and it was severely over cooked and dry. It was a disgrace to see such a tiny piece of fish served on a dinner plate which was largely empty. My husband 's chicken parmesan was similarly tiny, overcooked and stringy. It was served with 2 tiny pieces of cauliflower on the side. A disgrace! My pasta dish was the only acceptable meal served to us. And to make things worse, the waiter never checked on our table again until the plates were being removed. No one was there to refill water glasses. And our request for grated cheese was ignored. I had to go out into the hallway to ask for someone to bring some to our table. At the end of our meal, the waiter RELUCTANTLY removed the uneaten alfredo dishes from our bill. When we asked to speak to the manager, he claimed that the manager wasn 't there. All in all, an experience NOT to be repeated."
Full menu - 35 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Champagne & Sparkling Wine
Pasta
Penne Pasta
Penne pasta with a rich tomato sauce, fresh basil, and Parmesan cheese, served with garlic bread.
Soups
Soup Of The Day
A comforting bowl of homemade soup, featuring fresh seasonal ingredients and aromatic herbs; flavors change daily.
Tegamino Di Melanzane Alla Parmigiana
Meat And Fish
Dinner $46.99
Ribeye
Juicy, tender ribeye steak grilled to perfection, featuring rich marbling and bold flavor.
Baked
Lasagna
Layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and melted cheese baked to perfection.
Rice
Risotto
Creamy Arborio rice cooked to perfection, with a rich blend of Parmesan and fresh seasonal vegetables.
Kids Menu
Salads - Insalata
Salads
Chicken Salad
Mixed greens topped with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and a light vinaigrette.
Seafood Dishes
Fried Calamari
Crispy fried calamari served with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
Beef Dishes
Secondi Piatti
Champagne, Sparkling & Cider
Fish Dishes
Fish Of The Day
Freshly caught fish seasoned and grilled to perfection, served with a side of seasonal vegetables.
Starters
Champagne Rosé
Appetizer
Favorites
Dinners And Entrees
Eggplant Parmesan
Tender fried eggplant layered with rich tomato sauce, creamy mozzarella, and savory Parmesan cheese, baked to perfection.
Main Course
Breast Of Chicken
Juicy chicken breast grilled to perfection, served with seasonal vegetables and a savory herb sauce.
Carne E Pesce
Dall'orto
Dameon
Celestino’s never disappoints. Mario is great and always makes you feel welcome.
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Reviews
silviam
Food was ok, overly overpriced. Our waiter was a little too friendly and inappropriate.
Benoît
It's a bit pricey but worth it. Everything was outstanding. Felt very welcoming. It truly is like being in Italy.
Ursula
It's always a fantastic time at celestinos. Just love getting fresh, authentic Italian food. I highly recommend this place. View menu
Jayde
wonderful Italian trattoria one of our favorite restaurants in pasadena. Eating is great and service, especially by fabulous server, antonio, is excellent. highly recommended
Lester
Best Italian restaurant in Pasadena. A long list of specials to enhance a solid basic menu and complemented by a great wine list. Great, knowledgeable service from a diverse team.
Willard
overall excellent, eating was great. three of us, not served a bad dish, and our server (sadly I don't have its name) has a passion for his craft and lives what he does. Just go. order everything, please! View menu
Leola
celestino offers a consistently high-quality culinary experience. their food quality is remarkable good, and service is really great. all the people who work there seem to enjoy working in celestino. they serve truly authentic Italian dishes.
GaryC
The service and food at this restaurant were excellent. I enjoyed a Sicilian red wine paired with a delicious duck ragu over perfectly cooked pasta. The noise level in the main dining room did get a bit high, but overall it was a great experience.
Dj522
This has been one of our go to Italian restaurants in Pasadena for many years. But it is VERY unlikely that we will be there ever again. We were there to celebrate a family birthday with high expectations. But the evening began poorly when we had to ask twice for someone to take our drinks order. Once we were all seated with drinks served, our then friendly waiter Mario told us of the specials and took our orders. Then the real problems began. One of my expectations in good restaurants is for all orders to be served together. This didn 't happen. 3 meals were served, but the final 2 were at least 5 or more minutes behind. But the worst part was the food. Our 2 vegetarian guests ordered lingu... View menu
Categories
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Full Savor a delightful array of authentic flavors with our carefully curated menu. Indulge in a variety of dishes, crafted to perfection, offering something for every palate.
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Italian Savor the rich and diverse flavors of Italy with our menu, offering classic pasta, savory risottos, and traditional meat and seafood dishes, all crafted with authentic ingredients and passion. Buon appetito! View menu
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American Enjoy classic American flavors with our diverse menu, featuring juicy burgers, crispy fried chicken, hearty BBQ ribs, and fresh salads. Indulge in timeless comfort with each bite, crafted to satisfy all tastes.
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Fast Food Enjoy a variety of quick and delicious meals perfect for on-the-go dining. From juicy burgers and crispy fries to refreshing drinks, our fast food menu satisfies your cravings with speedy service and irresistible flavors.
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