The CrepeVine is a gem of a restaurant, hidden off the main flow of Colorado in Old Pasadena. Sure, it is small, and you sit close to your neighbors -- and you have to go around the outside to use the restroom (which by the way is clean and well maintained). But these are small inconveniences when the food is excellent, the service friendly, and the wine list extensive. The owner will remember your name, seat you herself each time you come back, and make you feel so welcome that you immediately start to relax. Human connection is half of the experience of going out to eat, isn't it? The food is wonderful -- fresh, creative, French classics with a twist. The house specialty, savory French buckwheat crepes, are especially good -- I recommend the forest mushroom. The wine list is constantly changing -- and they will let you try any wine before you buy it. But dont' just believe me -- walk by on any Friday or Saturday night, and you will see that the place is packed, sure sign that I am not the only person who loves the CrepeVine.
Pros: food, ambience, personal attention
Cons: bathroom outside
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