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Nader Kaiser (Republik Coffee Lounge) and Gustavo Landgrebe (Tasca Wine Bar / 1810 Restaurant) founded Marina around one simple premise— to create a neighborhood gathering place with a passion for exceptional flavors, wines, and community. Enter Chef Dylan Stage, who built a menu that simultaneously seems familiar, but fresh. Each dish has a rustic Italian foundation, while also embracing a California-inspired culinary philosophy and seasonal ingredients. Marina’s wine program has a strong global range—from approachable California classics to *that* rare Italian vintage that you’ve been dreaming of trying, but didn’t think you’d ever be able to find. The design pulls all the elements together, creating a lush yet comfortable environment.
Hours
| Friday | 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5–9 PM |
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 841 Cordova St, Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone: (626) 714-7228
Website: https://www.marinapasadena.com/
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Jaquelyn Segura
From start to finish, everything was five stars. Sat at the bar, and the bartender was extremely friendly! We had the pizza, pasta, and a few appetizers. Everything was fresh! The ambiance was busy, but service was still amazing; the owner was walking around checking in on tables throughout the night.
This is a go-to spot when in Pasadena!
… moreThis is a go-to spot when in Pasadena!
Timothy Ng
Truffle cavatelli was 5/5, so delicious!!! Scallop risotto and pizza were also excellent! The fried pork chop was ok, would try something else next time. We were lucky and got a parking in front of the restaurant. Table was ready on time. Service was great, had an issue but resolved quickly.
… moreCherise Osaki
Marina did not disappoint! The fresh seasonal menu uses local ingredients sourced from the Pasadena Farmeds Market. You can taste the quality — every dish is amazing! We also met Gustavo, one of the owners, who was so warm and welcoming and had fantastic dish recommendations. We also saw that they had pasta options for gluten-free diners.
We tried and loved:
Persimmon Salad (a surprising favorite, these tangy fresh flavors contrasted perfectly against the ricotta cheese, and the persimmons were SO sweet and delicious)
Butternut Squash Agnolotto (incredible flavors with the sage and brown butter, and perfect for fall)
Truffle Cavatelli (the actual favorite — mouthwatering flavors and very generous on the truffle!)
Wagyu Flat Iron Steak (juicy and flavorful)
We also got the Salvavita, Bourbon & I Don’t Give a Fig cocktails. They were delicious and beautifully presented.
We’ll be back to try more dishes soon!
… moreWe tried and loved:
Persimmon Salad (a surprising favorite, these tangy fresh flavors contrasted perfectly against the ricotta cheese, and the persimmons were SO sweet and delicious)
Butternut Squash Agnolotto (incredible flavors with the sage and brown butter, and perfect for fall)
Truffle Cavatelli (the actual favorite — mouthwatering flavors and very generous on the truffle!)
Wagyu Flat Iron Steak (juicy and flavorful)
We also got the Salvavita, Bourbon & I Don’t Give a Fig cocktails. They were delicious and beautifully presented.
We’ll be back to try more dishes soon!
Dewi Aldrich
I brought my mom here for her 66th birthday dinner this evening, and the food we ordered was all delicious. We began with the wild arugula nectarine salad (yum!), shared the Bianca (truffle mushroom) pizza, and she had the steak frites, while I opted for the bucatini. All was tastefully executed.
We also had a passion fruit marg and the “I Don’t Give a Fig” cocktail. Both quite good.
Our server was Danny, and though he began pretty strong, we felt he could have been a little more attentive. He didn’t ask if we wanted more cocktails when we had finished our drinks, and he didn’t bother upselling us on anything else.
He did bring my mother a bowl of vanilla ice cream with a candle and sang her happy birthday, but with the amount of food + drinks we had ordered, a small bowl of ice cream at a pretty high-end restaurant felt kind of cheap. We’ve been to other restaurants on our birthdays where the server was thoughtful enough to bring us a slice of cheesecake or something a little more exciting than just ice cream. Ice cream felt like we were at a Denny’s or an IHOP. This is no deal breaker; it’s simply an observation.
Something else to note: parking in the adjacent underground lot cost $12. It would be great if the restaurant and the garage had some sort of deal where the restaurant could validate patrons’ parking, or at least discount it.
… moreWe also had a passion fruit marg and the “I Don’t Give a Fig” cocktail. Both quite good.
Our server was Danny, and though he began pretty strong, we felt he could have been a little more attentive. He didn’t ask if we wanted more cocktails when we had finished our drinks, and he didn’t bother upselling us on anything else.
He did bring my mother a bowl of vanilla ice cream with a candle and sang her happy birthday, but with the amount of food + drinks we had ordered, a small bowl of ice cream at a pretty high-end restaurant felt kind of cheap. We’ve been to other restaurants on our birthdays where the server was thoughtful enough to bring us a slice of cheesecake or something a little more exciting than just ice cream. Ice cream felt like we were at a Denny’s or an IHOP. This is no deal breaker; it’s simply an observation.
Something else to note: parking in the adjacent underground lot cost $12. It would be great if the restaurant and the garage had some sort of deal where the restaurant could validate patrons’ parking, or at least discount it.
Sophea Phen
I’ve always wanted to try Marina so I finally came here with my lover last night. The restaurant is decorated more so on the romantic setting so it’s perfect. We ordered 3 dishes, Rabbit Bolognese, Truffle Cavatelli & Bianca Pizza. Wash it all down with Sparkling Water!
Rabbit Bolognese was the star of the show, never had Rabbit before and it tastes like Chicken! Bianca Pizza was good but the Truffle Cavatelli was a let down. Expensive and way too salty. I wouldn’t ever order that again.
Ask the server for a few small plates for the pizza but never came back.
… moreRabbit Bolognese was the star of the show, never had Rabbit before and it tastes like Chicken! Bianca Pizza was good but the Truffle Cavatelli was a let down. Expensive and way too salty. I wouldn’t ever order that again.
Ask the server for a few small plates for the pizza but never came back.
Emma Blooms
I want to thank Nader for his kindness and generosity. After meeting him outside of his restaurant, he offered some strawberries he had just picked up for his farm to table Italian food restaurant, Marina. They were vibrant, plump, fresh and delicious! Thank you for giving me a taste of the quality you serve at your restaurant and also for the hospitality you gave me in your parking space. That thoughtful geature was a huge measure of the quality you create inside and outside of your restaurant. Congratulations on your success. May you be blessed with more! Thank you!
… moreMonica Reese
Food was good just not blown away by it. I had one of their mocktails and that was very good. Service was exceptional. Our waitress was very accommodating, she was a delight. I can’t speak much for the atmosphere since we were a bit isolated, we sat all the way inside by the restroom so I didn’t like watching people walk by often to go use the restroom. I did appreciate that we were sitting at the quieter corner since we were a large group and we didn’t have to shout to hear each other, another plus was that we were sitting next to the wine wall – that was very pretty to look at.
… moreNegar Omidvari
Sooooo good! Definitely was added to our list of favorite restaurants in Pasadena! Beautiful interior, great service, and very tasty food. We visited in a group of 4 and shared the following dishes:
– Blistered bread & ricotta: 5/5 AMAZING, freshly baked and soooo tasty
– White Nectarine Salad: 5/5 very refreshing and flavorful
– 24 Month Prosciutto San Daniele: 5/5 definitely recommended!
– Prosciutto San Daniele & Burrata Pizza: 4.9/5, excellent taste, but the dough could have been slightly better
– Rabbit Bolognese: 5/5 couldn’t have been better!
– Truffle Cavatelli: 4.5/5 pretty good, but not as good as the other dishes
– Branzino alla Griglia: 4/5 pretty good as well, but was a bit too oily and wasn’t sure of the combination with eggplant.
… more– Blistered bread & ricotta: 5/5 AMAZING, freshly baked and soooo tasty
– White Nectarine Salad: 5/5 very refreshing and flavorful
– 24 Month Prosciutto San Daniele: 5/5 definitely recommended!
– Prosciutto San Daniele & Burrata Pizza: 4.9/5, excellent taste, but the dough could have been slightly better
– Rabbit Bolognese: 5/5 couldn’t have been better!
– Truffle Cavatelli: 4.5/5 pretty good, but not as good as the other dishes
– Branzino alla Griglia: 4/5 pretty good as well, but was a bit too oily and wasn’t sure of the combination with eggplant.
Kye Fayth
Had such a great experience with my best friend here! Started off with a matcha cocktail and passion fruit cocktail! Both were so delicious we ended up sharing both! The watermelon salad was very refreshing and super light. We shared the butternut squash pasta, cod and margarita pizza. The cod was so flaky, just the perfect texture! The veggies complimented it super well! The squash pasta was a close second favorite. Perfect for fall! Just sweet enough and so creamy. Danny, our server was very accommodating and welcoming. Definitely looking forward to eating here again soon!
… moreRuss Lacuata
Casual, great vibe, excellent service
The sweetbread salad was lovely, the pizzas were solid, and the cider-glazed cod was delicious. The fresh pastas were decent. They were not executed very well, tasted rushed, but the flavors were there.Definitely not my favorite. My friends enjoyed the pasta, though. It is a good place to dine with friends but also, good for kids.
… moreThe sweetbread salad was lovely, the pizzas were solid, and the cider-glazed cod was delicious. The fresh pastas were decent. They were not executed very well, tasted rushed, but the flavors were there.Definitely not my favorite. My friends enjoyed the pasta, though. It is a good place to dine with friends but also, good for kids.