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The Raymond 1886
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Last updated: Feb 22, 2025
Key features
- $15,000 min. spend
- 100 guests
- Catering included
- Pets allowed
- 26 min. response time
Reviews
(954)
4.5 · 954 reviews
VK Jul 25, 2024
We ordered the eggs Benedict and crab cake Benedict. They were both perfect! The pancakes and cinnamon roll were also great.
But what really sells this place is the atmosphere. Great place for a first date.
VK Jul 25, 2024
We ordered the eggs Benedict and crab cake Benedict. They were both perfect! The pancakes and cinnamon roll were also great.
But what really sells this place is the atmosphere. Great place for a first date.
Benjamin Franke (Solstice Son) May 22, 2024
I've driven by this spot for over a decade and never thought to stop and explore. Now I know, I've been missing out on something truly special. Raymond 1886 is a hidden Pasadena legend, seamlessly combining historic charm with culinary excellence. Located in a beautifully preserved craftsman cottage with an incredible history, the ambiance is both inviting and sophisticated. Ask about the Raymond family legacy if you stop by, it's quite a story.
Make sure to reserve a patio seat during sunset, the dappled light alone is a delicacy. I hear the happy hour is wonderful, perfect time to drop by and enjoy this beautiful hidden gem.
The cocktail selection is outstanding, featuring creative drinks that are expertly crafted. They take pride in their hand crafted ice as well, which is intentionally shaped to cool the drink without diluting the ingredients. Not many other places put this much intention and thought into what they offer.
The menu offers high-quality dishes that highlight seasonal and local ingredients. I was especially impressed by the Pasta Bolognese with beef and veal ragu. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, enhancing the overall dining experience. The exceptional quality and atmosphere make it worth the visit. I can honestly say, this is the perfect spot for special occasions or a memorable night out and I wish I'd explored it sooner!
Benjamin Franke (Solstice Son) May 22, 2024
I've driven by this spot for over a decade and never thought to stop and explore. Now I know, I've been missing out on something truly special. Raymond 1886 is a hidden Pasadena legend, seamlessly combining historic charm with culinary excellence. Located in a beautifully preserved craftsman cottage with an incredible history, the ambiance is both inviting and sophisticated. Ask about the Raymond family legacy if you stop by, it's quite a story.
Make sure to reserve a patio seat during sunset, the dappled light alone is a delicacy. I hear the happy hour is wonderful, perfect time to drop by and enjoy this beautiful hidden gem.
The cocktail selection is outstanding, featuring creative drinks that are expertly crafted. They take pride in their hand crafted ice as well, which is intentionally shaped to cool the drink without diluting the ingredients. Not many other places put this much intention and thought into what they offer.
The menu offers high-quality dishes that highlight seasonal and local ingredients. I was especially impressed by the Pasta Bolognese with beef and veal ragu. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, enhancing the overall dining experience. The exceptional quality and atmosphere make it worth the visit. I can honestly say, this is the perfect spot for special occasions or a memorable night out and I wish I'd explored it sooner!
Claire Lee Jul 13, 2024
Drink and desserts: good
Services: great
Food: meh
CostPrice: too pricey for its quality
We arrived Friday before 5pm and didn’t have to wait for a table. We were here specifically for DineLA menu $65/pp for 3 course-meal. The atmosphere and services were good. It reminded me of steakhouse in some kind of historic house (turns out the place is Raymond Hotel owner’s caretaker’s home).
Food was extremely underwhelming and under-seasoned.
Corn soup 🥣 wasn’t creamy and it was like from an instant pack and worse 😂 Kale salad 🥗 was alright but hubby said he felt it wasn’t fresh. Maybe he was looking for veggies’ crunchiness and there was none.
Steak 🥩- they didn’t ask for temperature, so we asked. The server said it is cooked medium rare. For an old-school American restaurant to cook steak like this, it’s a hard pass for us. Steak was worse for similar steak in Urban Plates and $45/pop on their regular menu. Very chewy and rubbery. Sauce had the weird mint?
Fries were good 👍
Sea bass 🐟 - it was under-seasoned and could have been more flaky outside. Rice wasn’t complementing the dish well.
Desserts were the highlights - we liked it.
Claire Lee Jul 13, 2024
Drink and desserts: good
Services: great
Food: meh
CostPrice: too pricey for its quality
We arrived Friday before 5pm and didn’t have to wait for a table. We were here specifically for DineLA menu $65/pp for 3 course-meal. The atmosphere and services were good. It reminded me of steakhouse in some kind of historic house (turns out the place is Raymond Hotel owner’s caretaker’s home).
Food was extremely underwhelming and under-seasoned.
Corn soup 🥣 wasn’t creamy and it was like from an instant pack and worse 😂 Kale salad 🥗 was alright but hubby said he felt it wasn’t fresh. Maybe he was looking for veggies’ crunchiness and there was none.
Steak 🥩- they didn’t ask for temperature, so we asked. The server said it is cooked medium rare. For an old-school American restaurant to cook steak like this, it’s a hard pass for us. Steak was worse for similar steak in Urban Plates and $45/pop on their regular menu. Very chewy and rubbery. Sauce had the weird mint?
Fries were good 👍
Sea bass 🐟 - it was under-seasoned and could have been more flaky outside. Rice wasn’t complementing the dish well.
Desserts were the highlights - we liked it.
Nancy Rodriguez May 20, 2024
Drinks and atmosphere is awesome, unfortunately, food not so much. The bread and butter were delicious but our entrees were not good. We got the pasta and steak frites. Definitely need more flavor in both.
Nancy Rodriguez May 20, 2024
Drinks and atmosphere is awesome, unfortunately, food not so much. The bread and butter were delicious but our entrees were not good. We got the pasta and steak frites. Definitely need more flavor in both.
Melanie McShane Apr 7, 2024
The Raymond Restaurant is a lovely reminder of the history of Pasadena. The restaurant is the former home of the Raymond family and it retains so much of the charm of a bygone era.
We visited for Easter and had a lovely time. They were offering a special menu which had a nice selection for a variety of dietary needs.
The fruit appetizer was beautiful and delicious. Their avocado toast was excellent. Side order of bacon was perfectly done. Everyone else at the table ordered Eggs Benedict and everyone cleaned their plates!
The service was excellent! When my father-in-law began asking about the history of the building our server brought over a book and a lamp so he could read it easily.
Service was attentive and not overbearing.
I have only dined here twice but I think it will be added to my short list of places to go.
Melanie McShane Apr 7, 2024
The Raymond Restaurant is a lovely reminder of the history of Pasadena. The restaurant is the former home of the Raymond family and it retains so much of the charm of a bygone era.
We visited for Easter and had a lovely time. They were offering a special menu which had a nice selection for a variety of dietary needs.
The fruit appetizer was beautiful and delicious. Their avocado toast was excellent. Side order of bacon was perfectly done. Everyone else at the table ordered Eggs Benedict and everyone cleaned their plates!
The service was excellent! When my father-in-law began asking about the history of the building our server brought over a book and a lamp so he could read it easily.
Service was attentive and not overbearing.
I have only dined here twice but I think it will be added to my short list of places to go.
The Raymond 1886 Wedding Venue Pricing Guide
See below for the pricing information on the most popular wedding sizes. Select your date and guest count to view the accurate estimate for your event.Avg. cost for 70 guests
$19,845 with food & beverages $284 per person
Avg. cost for 100 guests
$19,845 with food & beverages $198 per person
Avg. cost for 150 guests
$19,845 with food & beverages $132 per person
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Facilities
- Information
- Professional services provided since 2024
- Languages:
- English
- Minimum spend requirement is applicable to all services. Minimum spend requirement: $15,000
- Premises
- Standing 100 people
- Banquet seats 70 people
- Reception can be held only outside
- Ceremony can be held only outside
- There is a separate space for a wedding ceremony
- There are enough chairs and tables for the maximum capacity of people
- There are enough linens for the maximum capacity of people
- Inventory
- Tables
- Chairs
- Bar
- Tablecloths
- Napkins
- Tableware
- Sound equipment
- Lighting equipment
- Catering & Drinks
- We specialize in these cuisines:
- American
- European
- It is not permitted to bring a third-party catering service provider
- You can bring your own drinks but a cork charge is applied for each bottle
- Other
- Services included in the price:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Valet service required
- Venue has:
- Service staff
Permits and restrictions
- Preparation start times are arranged on case-by-case basis
- Equipment removal time is coordinated on case-by-case basis
- There are no sound restrictions inside
- There are no sound restrictions outside
- No preferred partners.
- Pets allowed
- No fireworks
- No smoke show during a musical performance
- No confetti
Payments
35%
Deposit required at the time of booking 30 days
The remaining service cost must be paid before the event Service scope and pricing is the same for all event types
Payment:
Bank transfer
Credit card
Cancellation policy
Free cancelation of the booking is not applicable
Changing the event date is not allowed. Changing the date would require canceling the existing booking.
FAQs About The Raymond 1886 Wedding Venue
The cost of booking The Raymond 1886 for a wedding depends on a lot of factors, such as the number of guests, day of the week you’re having your wedding, services you select. Maximum capacity of The Raymond 1886 is 70 guests. For a wedding of 50 people The Raymond 1886 wedding venue cost starts at $19,845.The Raymond 1886 pricing guide:
- Price for 50 guests with catering and beverages - $19,845, $397 per person
At the The Raymond 1886 wedding venue, you can host up to 70 seated guests or up to 100 standing guests.
Yes, The Raymond 1886 offers in-house catering specializing in American, European cuisine. At this wedding venue it isn’t possible to bring your own third-party catering.
Yes, The Raymond 1886 wedding venue allows you to bring your own drinks but there is a corkage fee of 30 per bottle.
No, there isn’t any parking available at the The Raymond 1886 wedding venue.
No, there isn’t any accommodation available at the The Raymond 1886 wedding venue or in the nearby area.
There are no noise restrictions at the The Raymond 1886 wedding venue.
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