Bone Kettle is a Southeast Asian restaurant and bar on North Raymond Avenue in Old Town Pasadena, built around a bone broth simmered for 36 hours. Chef Erwin Tjahyadi, who first drew a following with his Komodo food truck, draws on the cooking of Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines. Diners come for deep, restorative noodle bowls and a menu designed for sharing.
The namesake Bone Kettle bowl is the anchor. You choose your proteins and noodles, and the long-simmered broth arrives rich and aromatic. Around it, the kitchen sends out small plates and larger shareable entrées that work well when a table orders broadly and passes dishes. The dining room is sleek and modern, with a full bar pouring artisan sake, wine and beer. That polish makes it a reliable date-night pick, and it handles groups comfortably. Brunch adds a daytime option on weekends.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Weekend evenings fill quickly, so reserve ahead or arrive early for dinner. Weeknights and weekend brunch tend to be calmer. Order one broth bowl per person or two, then build out the table with small plates. Confirm current hours on the official site before you go. The restaurant sits steps from Colorado Boulevard’s shops and Old Pasadena’s historic storefronts. Metro’s A Line Memorial Park station is a short walk away, and nearby public garages make parking easier than hunting for a street spot.
