Discover The Raymond Restaurant In Pasadena California
Thousands of people drive by The Raymond Restaurant every day
and don't even realize what it is. The Raymond Restaurant, 1250
S. Fairoaks Ave., Pasadena, Ca. 91105, (626) 441-3136, occupies
and old weathered caretaker's cottage which looks, from the
outside, like a fairly run down old house set back off the
street. Looks, however, can be deceiving. The old saying, "You
can't judge a book by it's cover", is especially true in the
case of The Raymond. Inside that weathered cottage is one of the
best fine dining establishments in Los Angeles County.
Inside The Raymond you are transported to a cozy, romantic, old
fashion setting with intimate dining rooms, secluded booths,
comfortable seating, leaded glass, fine china, and three
candlelit garden patios.
There is another old saying, "you get what you pay for". That
saying doesn't hold true in the case of The Raymond Restaurant.
There you get much more than your money's worth. Their prices
are extremely reasonable, take their 12 ounce filet mignon with
sauteed vegetables, chanterelle mushrooms, herbed butter, crispy
leeks and garlic mashed potatoes for $39.00. The beef is tender
aged prime beef cooked exactly the way you ask for it, the
sauteed vegetables are not over or under cooked, the chanterelle
mushrooms are delicious and the garlic mashed potatoes are
spiced just right. I have had meals that cost twice as much and
are not half as good. The only problem with The Raymond is that
their menu is rather sparse when it comes to beef. Their only
beef entre is the filet mignon. If you have to have prime rib or
a ribeye or other type of steak you are out of luck.
The service at The Raymond is excellent. The waitstaff are
friendly without being too familiar, attentive while not being
obsequious and speedy without rushing you or invading your space.
The ambiance at The Raymond is quiet, relaxing and romantic.
This is a great place to celebrate an anniversary, have a
Valentine's dinner with that special loved one or someone that
you want to get to know better or to get a new relationship off
to a good start. While The Raymond Restaurant is an excellent
place to take your spouse or date, it is also an excellent place
to take a client or prospective client. The excellent service,
great cuisine and quiet atmosphere will go a long way towards
making your business relationship a success.
The Raymond is also a good establishment to take Afternoon Tea
with it's large selection of teas, champaign, sherry, sparkling
cider, scones, tea pastries and finger sandwiches. You and your
guests or companions can relax and enjoy a good conversation
while being pampered by the excellent waitstaff.
If you like fine cuisine and great service in a quiet relaxed
atmosphere, try The Raymond Restaurant.
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