ANAYA'S RESTAURANT — Restaurant in Pasadena

Anaya Mexican Cuisine is a small, family-owned restaurant located in the heart of Pasadena. The restaurant is known for its authentic Mexican food, made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

The menu at Anaya features a variety of dishes, including tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and mole. The tacos are a popular choice, and the carne asada tacos are particularly good. The burritos are also large and filling, and the enchiladas are smothered in a rich and flavorful sauce.

The mole at Anaya is made with a blend of over 30 ingredients, and it is truly one of a kind. It is rich, smoky, and complex, and it is the perfect way to end a meal.

The service at Anaya is friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. The restaurant is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike, and it is sure to please everyone.

Here are some of the pros and cons of Anaya Mexican Cuisine:

Pros:

Authentic Mexican food Fresh, locally-sourced ingredients Large portions Friendly and attentive service Warm and inviting atmosphere

Cons:

Can be crowded, especially on weekends Prices are a bit higher than some other Mexican restaurants in the area

Overall, Anaya Mexican Cuisine is a great option for anyone looking for authentic and delicious Mexican food. The food is made with high-quality ingredients, and the service is friendly and attentive. The restaurant can be crowded at times, but it is worth the wait.

Here are some tips for your visit to Anaya Mexican Cuisine:

Make a reservation, especially if you are planning to go on a weekend night. Try the tacos, burritos, or enchiladas. Don't forget to try the mole! Be prepared to wait a bit for your food, as the restaurant can get busy.

I hope this review helps you decide whether or not to visit Anaya Mexican Cuisine. If you are looking for authentic and delicious Mexican food, I highly...

We had our Saturday date night all planned, first dinner at Anaya's and then around the corner to a play at the Pasadena Playhouse (right around the corner). We had looked so forward to the evening and yet we Were so disappointed by what we experienced at Anayas.The food was awful! We both ordered the Enchiladas Del Mar, supposed to be enchiladas with shrimp and rice and beans. The enchiladas we're sadly just rolled tortillas that didn't even look like they had been put on a Comal and had the shrimp in them and then they were folded over on the plate with a sprinkle of mozzarella (huh? no Cotiga or even jack cheese) and the enchilada sauce which was supposed to be to Chipotle cream sauce. But it looked like it was alfredo sauce, it tasted horrible.Super bland, the tortillas were so soggy. I'm used to having enchiladas that have a nice bake on them with melted cheese that is bubly and lightly toasted. Our waiter was pleasant enough when we first ordered, but never came back to check on our experience. Hadn't eaten for several hours, so was famished. So I scooped out the shrimp from the yucky tortillas and hate them with chips and guacamole. My hubby ordered his enchiladas with Chile Verde and was also disappointed in the texture. Reminded me of places known to have cooked bagged entrees that are plated like there fresh, like Olive Garden and how Panera used to be. Except that Anaya's way over charges for what the "don't" deliver!!! Sadly you'd be better off going to Del Taco...SMH🥸 As a 59 year old Chicana, born & raised in LA County, I know what enchiladas are!!! Needless to say we'll...

Stopped in for a quick bite and a couple drinks (Modelo bottles and some 24oz draft) with friends and stayed for lunch and cocktails. They offer complimentary chips and salsa (verde) which really hits the spot on a hot day.

We ordered a share plate, molcajete de carnes, and were very happy we did. The volcanic bowl comes with beef, chicken, cactus, avocado, cheese and some vegetables, plus bean, rice and tortillas on the side. Depth of flavor was amazing, and the tortillas sopped up every bit of the broth.

Cocktails here are great, with pitchers of margaritas, mojitos, sangria, and multiple tequila flights for bigger groups or adventurers. This place also offer a MASSIVE list of premium tequila, mezcal and other spirits. If you’ve been missing refreshing, authentic Mexican drinks, this is definitely worth a visit. Flavors for margaritas and mojitos are a small charge, but the purée is well worth it if you’re not in the mood for lime.

One of the finest bars I’ve been to, with full glassware and well stocked bar (including good wine options) for nearly any kind of cocktail you could imagine. The atmosphere is very relaxed and cool. Perfect for a regular day, and easy to upgrade your order for a special occasion.

The real highlight here has to be the staff. Everyone was friendly and extremely efficient. Each seemed to know to make/pour drinks and also cover one another to run food out to tables as quickly as possible. Every drink arrived at our table quick and cold, and the food still piping hot.

Absolute 5/5 venue and one of my...