Madre’s, which is Spanish for Mothers, was created by Jennifer Lopez to celebrate her cultural heritage, and her family. Jennifer, who is of Puerto Rican descent, wanted her restaurant to serve Latin food, just like she had when growing up. Madre’s serves dishes inspired by her grandmother and prepared by Executive Chef Rolando Gonzalez, who added native Cuban cuisine.

The Lopez family-run business opened in April 2002 in historic Pasadena, California with a star studded opening party. Besides Jennifer and her father David Lopez who oversaw the operation of the restaurant, other attendees include Ben Affleck, Nicole Kidman, Kobe Bryant, Jay Leno, Christian Slater, Carmen Electra and Dave Navarro.

Madre’s menu is filled with hearty dishes. Appetizers include: Empanadas, Ceviche and Tostones Rellenos de Cangrejo. There are amazing salads to choose from, and the main entrees include such specialties as: Arroz con Pollo, Chuleta de Cerdo al Ajillo and Jennifer’s favorite “Ropa Vieja.”

Jennifer wanted the interior of Madre’s to have an old style Havana feel. With the help of interior designer Rachel Ashwell of Shabby Chic, the restaurant is warm, comfortable, and inviting. The main dining room has beautiful chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, which accents the antique sconces on the wall, and white lace tablecloths. Booths near the bar have Habana style curtains that create an intimate feel. The tables are set with hand picked vintage china. There is an incredible attention to detail, all the way down to the cigar box inspired menus.

Dining Style: Fine Dining
Cuisine: Cuban, Latin American
Neighborhood: Pasadena
Cross Street: Lake
Price: $31 to $50
Menu: View menu on restaurant’s website
Website: www.madresrestaurant.com
Email: wassim@madresrestaurant.com
Phone: (626) 744-0900
Hours of Operation:
Lunch: Closed. We will open Lunch for Private Parties, Banquets and Special Events, Please Contact Manager for More Information. Mondays: Closed Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Happy Hour: Tuesday - Sunday: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Bar Open: Tuesday - Sunday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
Payment Options:
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Special Events & Promotions:
Happy Hour on Tuesdays - Sundays from 5:00pm - 7:00pm. We will be featuring our signature drinks and appetizers.

Additional information

Executive Chef: Rolando Gonzalez
Dress Code: Business Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Offers: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Fireplace, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Entertainment: “Tropical Nights” Salsa, Samba, Thursdays 8pm - 11pm “Roberto-O Band” Latin Jazz, Fridays 8pm - 11pm “Casablanca Trio” Boleros Romanticos, Saturday 8pm - 11pm and Sunday 7pm - 10pm
Public Transit: Metro, Underground on Lake avenue and the 210 freeway.
Parking: Valet
Parking Details: $4.50 per car
Catering: Madre’s offers full catering services, featuring Madre’s Cuban and Puerto Rican Cuisine or a custom designed menu for your social entertainment, Weddings Receptions and your corporate events.
Banquet Facilities: For private dining room, banquets, holiday parties and celebrations, please visit our website at www.madresrestaurant.com or please call the restaurant for more information.
Banquet Contact: Armando Trevino (626) 744-0900
Private Party Facilities: Madre’s VIP Room can accommodate up to 28 guests or the main dining room with a capacity of 90 to 150 guests.
Private Party Contact: Wassim Boustani, General Manager (626) 744-0900