Food & Drink Entre nous

Original Review Excerpted from google | Date of Review: 6/30/2026 | Date of Experience: 7/16/2025

"We've been coming to Entre Nous for years, all the way back to the Eagle Rock days, and it has been incredible watching this place grow while somehow still keeping the exact same soul and authenticity. You can feel immediately that this is not some corporate restaurant group trying to imitate a French bistro -- this is a real small business built by real people who genuinely care. Over the years they've watched our family grow, celebrated birthdays and anniversaries with us, and always made us feel like more than just customers. There's something rare about walking into a restaurant and recognizing the same passion, the same warmth, and the same owners still working hard night after night. The food has consistently been outstanding. The atmosphere feels intimate, romantic, and truly Parisian without trying too hard. Every dish tastes like it was made with pride and attention, and the wine recommendations are always spot on. It's one of those places where you can tell the owners are personally invested in every detail. What we appreciate most is supporting an authentic independent restaurant in a time where so many places feel manufactured or transactional. Entre Nous has heart. You can feel the years of sacrifice, dedication, and love behind it. Pasadena is lucky to have a place like this."

"And once again a winner. Nice, cozy, friendly, and most importantly, the food was on point. Everything was delicious and made a great impression to our guests from India. PREVIOUS REVIEW 2: Time and again a great place to have a wonderful dinner in a relaxed and cozy environment, with French style. The staff is always knowledgeable and attentive. The food super delicious, nicely presented, and even though not meant to be shared, they did not hesitate to bring extra plate to do so. PS: just maybe the poster with Depardieu maybe past its best time and would benefit from a replacement. PREVIOUS REVIEW 1: In the space of the former Spanish tapas restaurant "Raciòn", a French cuisine - Entre Nous - conquered the space. Just entre nous, the space has not changed a whole lot, except that there is an Eiffel tower at the entrance and a few French posters on the walls. And nonetheless, the visit for dinner was absolutely worthwhile. The menu was retrievable via QR colde. Start with a simple but delicious Kir Royale, followed by a fresh green salad, a tasty onion soup and a salmon tartare. There were excellent choices for the main course. The Seabass, Duck Breast, and the Rack of Lamb, respectively, were all outstanding, on point, and perfect in texture. Yes, missing Racion, but Entre Nous is a qualified replacement."

"This was our first date night of the year! We made reservations for Saturday night around 6pm. The ambiance was SOO cozy, very inviting. Almost like eating at your grandma's home. It wasn't too busy yet. The restaurant itself is small but perfectly intimate. The service was welcoming & attentive. Our server was amazing. Great recommendations and kind. The food that we tried: -Escargots de Bourgogne 24 French farmed snails in shells, garlic, butter, parsley. This was my husband's first time trying escargot and he loved it ! The snails were perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Entrecôte Au Poivre 62 10 oz ribeye steak, peppercorn sauce, french fries. Juicy steak!! We got it medium, well seasoned, tender. French fries reminded us of a fancy McDonald's haha Short Rib Ravioli 43 Braised short rib, braissage jus, parmesan, sage. Loved the flavor ! Juicy inside. Wish there were more. Légumes du Jour 17 Chef's selection of sautéed vegetables Helped balance and neutralize all of our main dishes. Loved the assortment of different veggies. I loved how well balanced and seasoned everything was. It's hard for me to enjoy restaurant often because of hot salty the food can be but that was not the case here. I enjoyed every dish so much."

"I waited way too long to come here. Everything from the ambiance, service, wine and food was phenomenal. Plenty of options for everyone. The vibe is lively, yet romantic. The Brie en Croûte au Beurre Blanc and French Onion soup (RIP Oriel in Chinatown) are a must try. Will definitely be returning."

"Entre Nous delivered one of those nights you don't try to top you just let it happen. From the moment we sat down, Julian took care of us like we were regulars, striking that rare balance of attentive without hovering. The owners added to the warmth of the space genuinely welcoming, the kind of presence that makes a place feel personal rather than polished-for show. The sea bass was the standout: perfectly crisped skin, buttery and delicate underneath, resting over earthy lentils that soaked up every bit of flavor. Paired with a smooth Malbec, it all came together effortlessly. But honestly, the best part of the night wasn't just the food or the wine. it was the company. The soft candlelight, a shared table, and her next to me made everything taste better. A spot that feels intimate without trying too hard."