I had such a great experience at Shiro tonight. The food was incredible — the clams were super fresh and full of flavor, and the ravioli was creamy, rich, and just really comforting. Dessert was also delicious, and the whole meal felt thoughtful and well-prepared. What really stood out, though, was the hospitality. Everyone was warm and welcoming, and it made the night feel special. I’ll definitely be coming back.

May and June 2025:
We LOVE Shiro!
And how the staff welcome us– it's like coming home to family.
We try to dine weekly.
The prix fixe 3 course meal yesterday was especially delicious, see photo.
I chose a flight of 3 white wines!

May 2023:
BRAVO TEAM SHIRO !!!!

We savored a fabulous evening at Shiro's this past Sunday
with 21 guests in their back room and fantastic feedback ever since then.

A sampling of emails and texts received include:

"The hosts did an outstanding job with beautiful flowers and table settings which set a
wonderful tone for the evening. The food was exceptional and service staff was
very kind and accommodating. As you know, I love Shiro’s Restaurant and was looking forward to the venue.

* What a fun, lovely 80+ celebration.
The party could not have been any better.
WOW! Shiro's menu! Everything was wonderful!

* Thank you and your brother very much for a wonderful dinner honoring your mother!!
Just a fabulous Birthday Party !!

* I was pleased to see so many ladies I haven’t seen for a long time to catch up.

* Thanks for a wonderful party!"

The service here is outstanding, making for a lovely meal. The food, while very delicious, didn’t quite meet my high expectations for this restaurant. The interior, nice, but not the most refined. Overall a great meal, but just not quite worthy of highest praise.

Still one of the best restaurant around so Pasadena, but the menu seems a little bit dated and presentation need to catch up with current generation. Foods are still very good, the catfish still is the star of the menu, wish the presentation can be a little bit neater, there is no reason to have that many cilantro on top of the fish. Old fashioned restaurant stuck in its old time capsule.

On the last day of DineLA week, we went with our friends to dine at Shiro in South Pasadena, and it was an experience that beautifully blends Japanese ethos with French cuisine and West Coast influences. Hideo Yamashiro's eponymous establishment, which opened its doors in 1986, has set the standard that still prevails today, with a relentless focus on impeccable ingredients.

Shiro's commitment to sourcing their seafood from the bustling Los Angeles seafood market is immediately evident. We had the pleasure of visiting during DineLA week and opted for their tasting menu. To kick things off, we savored their renowned ravioli wonton and chilled scallops as appetizers, and they were nothing short of exceptional.

For our main courses, we selected the duck breast and scallop with Mexican shrimp. Both dishes were a symphony of flavors, leaving us utterly delighted. The duck sauce, in particular, stood out as a masterpiece.

Dessert brought us an apple tart and a soufflé chocolate with ice cream. While the apple tart was undeniably delightful, the soufflé chocolate was slightly underwhelming.

Service at Shiro was impeccable, as one would expect from a high-end establishment. However, there was one minor hiccup in the evening when we requested more bread and were surprised to find an additional charge for it. This came as an unexpected blemish in an otherwise flawless experience.

In summary, Shiro is a restaurant that celebrates the art of fine dining, emphasizing the importance of exceptional ingredients. The blending of French and West Coast influences with a touch of Japanese flair results in a unique and unforgettable dining experience. I would have given it a perfect rating, but the unexpected charge for additional bread compelled me to deduct one star.