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Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

Name: Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery
Address: 40 W Green St, Pasadena, CA, 91105, US
Telephone: (626) 406-2209
Price range: moderate

Italian•Pasadena•moderate

Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery is one of the best italian restaurants in Los Angeles for group dinner, especially if you want a strong option in Pasadena.

Agnes in Pasadena operates as both a restaurant and a working cheese shop under one roof, and that dual identity is not a gimmick — it shapes the entire logic of how a meal here moves.

Editorial review updated•Jul 28, 2026

Agnes in Pasadena operates as both a restaurant and a working cheese shop under one roof, and that dual identity is not a gimmick — it shapes the entire logic of how a meal here moves. The artisan cheese board comes assembled with what is consistently described as genuine expertise rather than the decorative approach most LA rooms default to, which means the selection shifts and has a point of view. The menu centers on housemade pasta and seasonal shared plates built around wine-forward pacing, and the format rewards a group that wants to order broadly rather than make six individual decisions and call it a night. It is a structure most Pasadena dining rooms do not offer, and it makes a long table feel collaborative rather than managed. Diners consistently report that the room carries the warmth of a neighbourhood spot rather than the occasion-dining formality that Pasadena can drift toward — the kind of place where a table of eight feels like a table of eight rather than a booking to be processed. The housemade pasta is regarded as a serious program, not a token gesture, and the seasonal shared plates give the table a reason to keep ordering as the night develops. The service is reportedly accustomed to larger parties without making that comfort feel like crowd control. For groups of six to ten, the known approach is to open with the cheese board, move through pasta family-style, and let the wine list set the tempo. Agnes is the Pasadena group dinner for guests who want real quality without signalling that the occasion requires it. Smaller parties can generally walk in on weeknights, but a weekend six-top or larger warrants booking at least a week ahead. Its proximity to Old Pasadena makes it a natural anchor for an evening with somewhere to go next.

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Group Dinner and Pasadena dinner

Price and pace

moderate

Neighborhood

Pasadena | 40 W Green St, Pasadena, CA 91105, USA

Price

moderate

Taste Score

7.7/10

Phone

(626) 406-2209

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What makes Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery worth the move

Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery is a clean first click in Pasadena in Los Angeles when you want a italian option you can trust. Artisan cheese board and Housemade pasta also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.3 rating across 537 Google reviews.

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4.3 from 537 Google reviews

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Group Dinner and Pasadena dinner

Style

Italian in Pasadena

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moderate

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Google rating: 4.3 from 537 reviews

Price point: moderate

Popular dishes: Artisan cheese board, Housemade pasta, Seasonal shared plates

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Address: 40 W Green St, Pasadena, CA 91105, USA
Phone: (626) 406-2209
Price: moderate
TastyPals score: 7.7/10
Google rating: 4.3 (537 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Neighborhood: Pasadena

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What cuisine does Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery serve?

Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery is a Italian restaurant located in Pasadena, Los Angeles. Agnes in Pasadena operates as both a restaurant and a working cheese shop under one roof, and that dual identity is not a gimmick — it shapes the entire logic of how a meal here moves.

What is Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery best for?

Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery is best for group dinner, pasadena dinner, family dinner, comfortable, local. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery is a clean first click in Pasadena in Los Angeles when you want a italian option you can trust. Artisan cheese board and Housemade pasta also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.3 rating across 537 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery?

Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 4.3 from 537 reviews

What should I order at Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery?

Start with Artisan cheese board, Housemade pasta and Seasonal shared plates. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery worth visiting?

Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery holds a 4.3 Google rating from 537 reviews. Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery is a clean first click in Pasadena in Los Angeles when you want a italian option you can trust. Artisan cheese board and Housemade pasta also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.3 rating across 537 Google reviews.

Where is Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery located?

Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery is located at 40 W Green St, Pasadena, CA 91105, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Does Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery take reservations?

Yes, Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.

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