# Mexican food spots with parking in Pasadena

> Made for those who want to enjoy a Mexican meal without the stress of circling the block for a spot.

Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/pasadena/best-mexican-food-parking-available

## Places (19)

### 1. Madre Maiz Taqueria

Small Mexican cantina offers intimate indoor tables and ample outdoor seating with umbrellas. Atmosphere feels cozy and casual with good music and friendly staff. Kitchen is visible and efficient, creating an authentic vibe.

- Address: 259 Sierra Madre Villa Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MadreMaizTaqueria

### 2. Roll Em Up Taquitos - Pasadena

Open concept Mexican restaurant with vibrant patio seating and reggae music sets a lively, family-friendly atmosphere. Board games and free books add a playful touch while plenty of parking accommodates various vehicles. Artistic decor and clean grounds create a welcoming environment.

- Address: 36 Sierra Madre Villa Ave unit 102, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Roll-Em-Up-Taquitos---Pasadena

### 3. Kings Breakfast & Burgers

Small space with cozy indoor and outdoor seating and colorful tile decor creates a down-to-earth vibe. Busy street noise adds liveliness while murals and mountain views enhance the atmosphere. Affordable prices and house-made hot sauces complement the casual burger and breakfast experience.

- Address: 2057 N Los Robles Ave #14, Pasadena, CA 91104, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Kings-Breakfast-Burgers

### 4. Saucy Chick Indi-Mex Eatery

Small indoor space with extensive outdoor patio seating creates a casual, LA chill vibe with friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Busy with takeout and delivery but remains unhectic and pleasant for dining in. Decorated with taste, featuring live music and henna art during visits.

- Address: 203 S Rosemead Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Saucy-Chick-Indi-Mex-Eatery

### 5. Teddy's Cocina

Spacious restaurant with laid-back vibe and big screen TVs showing sports. Atmosphere feels casual and genuine with chill energy despite music that includes explicit content. Seating is ample but can get hot inside without outdoor options or air conditioning.

- Address: 1655 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Teddy's-Cocina

### 6. Mi Casa Mexican Food

Small, family-run Mexican restaurant offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with a home-like vibe. Known for authentic carnitas and grilled chicken tacos, it serves affordable, hearty portions in a no-frills setting.

- Address: 812 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MiCasaMexicanFood

### 7. Los California Tacos

Food truck offers authentic street tacos with six meat options priced at $2.75 each. Customers eat standing or on car tops, creating a tailgate vibe with no seating available. Cash-only payments and late-night hours attract a lively, friendly crowd.

- Address: 510 S Fair Oaks Ave Suit A, Pasadena, CA 91105, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LosCaliforniaTacos

### 8. Lucky Boy Drive-In at Walnut

Old school diner with late 70s atmosphere and classic Pasadena vibe offers massive breakfast burritos and chili cheese fries. Space feels small and cozy with a quiet, unhurried mood even when busy. Outdoor patio provides a solid seating option without shade tarps.

- Address: 531 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Lucky-Boy-Drive-In-at-Walnut

### 9. The Original Tops

Diner with 1950s nostalgia and 1980s theme offers a friendly, bustling atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating. Bold character shines through Route 66 history and a classic soda fountain serving orange whips. Small drive-thru and lively vibe make it a familiar spot for casual meals.

- Address: 3838 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheOriginalTops

### 10. California Fish Grill

Fast casual seafood spot with quick service and a clean, modern setting. Atmosphere feels bare and cold, lacking cozy or lively vibes, but outdoor seating includes a dog-friendly patio with heating. Offers healthy, hearty fish portions with fair prices and consistent quality.

- Address: 3809 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CaliforniaFishGrill11

### 11. El Torito

Spanish-style building offers modern renovations with separate dining areas including sports TVs and banquet space. Atmosphere ranges from loud bar with live mariachi music to more relaxed dining sections. Brunch features unlimited mimosas and live entertainment, creating a festive vibe.

- Address: 3333 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ElTorito18

### 12. bbad

Outdoor patio offers a peaceful, beautiful setting with access to a chic hotel lobby and courtyard featuring a cool music theme and curated snacks. The atmosphere blends relaxing vibes with a small, simple interior space. Patrons often enjoy sitting in the hotel areas while savoring highly praised breakfast burritos.

- Address: 928 E Colorado Blvd #101, Pasadena, CA 91106, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Bbad

### 13. El Portal Restaurant

Outdoor patio with live mariachi band creates a lively and comfortable atmosphere. Dog-friendly space offers both indoor and outdoor seating with exotic bar area. The vibe blends casual dining with festive energy, especially on weekends.

- Address: 695 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ElPortalRestaurant

### 14. Plate 38 Kitchen And Bar

Converted coffee shop with outdoor tented seating and a full bar featuring big screen TVs creates a casual, lively atmosphere. Patio seating faces street noise and car exhaust, adding an urban edge. The vibe mixes dog-friendly amenities with a quaint, industrial feel and energetic service.

- Address: 2361 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Plate38KitchenAndBar

### 15. Vallarta Supermarkets

Supermarket combines wide variety of Mexican ingredients with everyday American products in a clean, well-organized space. Energy feels more like a typical grocery store now, with less cultural music influence. Features include a fresh guacamole station, hot prepared food counter, and self-service checkout options.

- Address: 655 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/VallartaSupermarkets21

### 16. Margaritas Mexican Restaurant

Mexican restaurant combines colorful traditional decor with a family-style atmosphere that feels like dining at home. A lively mariachi band often plays, enhancing the vibrant cultural vibe. The space splits between a restaurant and cantina, offering distinct dining and social experiences.

- Address: 155 S Rosemead Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MargaritasMexicanRestaurant1

### 17. Tops

Small, old school burger shop with a mom and pop feel and casual, easygoing atmosphere. Offers both indoor and outdoor seating and serves notable chili cheese fries and breakfast burritos. Feels like a diner sanctuary amid fast food giants.

- Address: 1792 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91106, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Tops

### 18. The Reyn

Tiny country style diner with old-school Americana decor creates a cozy, nostalgic atmosphere. Close seating and tight booths foster a homey, bustling vibe. Patrons enjoy hearty breakfasts in a space filled with charming vintage details.

- Address: 635 N Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheReyn

### 19. Osa Rooftop

Rooftop restaurant offers stunning mountain views and a romantic, inviting ambiance with beautiful design and occasional black-and-white movies projected on the wall. The atmosphere stays relaxing and lovely, ideal for date nights or group dinners. A bar and multiple TVs showing different sports add a casual touch to the otherwise elegant setting.

- Address: 540 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/OsaRooftop

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