Howlin’ Ray’s - Pasadena

Welcome to Howlin’ Ray’s - Pasadena, a must-visit chicken shop serving up delicious Southern American cuisine. Located at 800 South Arroyo Pkwy in Pasadena, CA, this restaurant offers a plethora of amenities, including delivery, takeout, reservations, wheelchair accessibility, and more.

Customers rave about the friendly staff and cozy ambiance at Howlin’ Ray’s. From the moment you step inside, you’ll be greeted with top-notch service and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu boasts a variety of mouthwatering options, such as the signature chicken sandwich, chicken and waffles, and delectable sides like fries and greens.

One standout feature of Howlin’ Ray’s is the spice levels offered for their Nashville hot chicken. Customers can choose from mild to hot, catering to all levels of spice tolerance. The chicken is crispy, juicy, and perfectly seasoned, making it a fan favorite among patrons.

Aside from their exceptional food, Howlin’ Ray’s also excels in customer service. Staff members go above and beyond to ensure every guest has a memorable dining experience. Whether you’re a spice enthusiast or a fried chicken lover, Howlin’ Ray’s has something for everyone.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Howlin’ Ray’s - Pasadena. With a diverse menu, welcoming atmosphere, and exceptional service, this restaurant is sure to become a new favorite spot for chicken enthusiasts in the area.

Howlin’ Ray’s - Pasadena Menu

Location

Address: 800 South Arroyo Pkwy Pasadena, CA 91105
Phone: (213) 935-8399

🕓 Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE Closed
WED 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
THU 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
FRI 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
SAT 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
SUN 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Business info

  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Reservations
    No
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accessible parking near entrance
    Yes
  • ADA-compliant main entrance
    Yes
  • steps or stairs
    Yes
  • ADA-compliant restroom
    Yes
  • QR code menus available
    No
  • Closed captioning on TVs
    No
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Casual, Trendy
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
    Yes
  • Private Lot Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Beer & Wine Only
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Private Dining
    Yes
  • Gender-neutral restrooms
    Yes
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes
  • Bring your own container allowed
    Yes
  • Compostable containers available
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Jessica Y.

    11 August 2024

    The restaurant has street parking and as we left noticed they also have a parking lot in back. There seems to always be a line in front and today was no exception but we didn't wait too long. We were greeted with such a friendly staff, very surprising given how busy they always are. Someone takes your order and you can either do takeout or if there is room dinein but there aren't that many tables. While you wait they have self serve water both still and sparkling! This was so awesome to me. Since we finally got to try this place after hearing sooo much about it we ordered a bit of everything. We tried a sando medium hot, a sando country (none spicy), chicken and waffles mild and banana pudding. The sando was delicious. I loved the balance of the juicy chicken with the cole slaw and pickles but I think with the slaw the spicy chicken sando was the better balance. For the chicken and waffles I got wings. The spicy sweet flavor was good and the meat was just so juicy. The waffles had such a good balance of soft and chewy texture. I have to say between the sando and waffles I think I like the waffles more but the sando is also very good. The banana pudding is good. You can taste pieces of banana and the pudding was a nice dense texture. This place really does live up to the hype and more. I am still so impressed by the staff and ambience of the place.

  • Author: Wasima K.

    08 August 2024

    This was my first visit to howlin Ray's in several years. I had only gone once before at the Chinatown location during the peak of the never-ending lines. In fact the lines were so thick that you couldn't see any businesses behind them and this was even during weekday mornings or any time of the week. There are still lines at this location but they are not so bad that you will turn around. There were about seven parties ahead of me just ahead of the lunch rush today. I would say the time waiting in line and waiting for my order was about 30 minutes and it did go by fast. Not to mention that they have the best nugget ice machine and a faucet would still and sparkling water while you wait. I wonder if that is due to the spiciness. I just loved the luxury of having good water and ice available. There is an employee who has a mobile device and can take orders for people in line. He was super pleasant and engaged in conversation in a very natural way. In fact even when I picked up the order, the employee stopped to ask me how my day was going. The service is lovely and the dining room is spotless. I have high tolerance for spicy but somehow hot chicken gets me up the throat due to the powdered chili. I ordered a mild this time and enjoyed it a lot more than my first visit. I would say a mild here is like a spicy at other places. My nose started watering just after a few bites of the chicken. The waffles are lightly sprinkled with powdered sugar and come with butter and maple. Unfortunately my food got a little soggy in the takeout box during the 15 minute or so ride back home. It was still good.

  • Author: Joanna B.

    07 August 2024

    Everything was delicious! The sandwiches are so flavorful and they pair so well with a beer. The service was also really good-- kind people and with good energy. They helped seat us, we ate outdoors and it was just good vibes! I was listening to Chicken Fried and my date chose this spot. Happy we got to have some chicken fried and a cold beer... even if it was on a Thursday and not a Friday night. We will be back again.

  • Author: Grace C.

    06 August 2024

    Got to try the sando and half bird. I personally prefer their fried chicken over the sando. Even the fried chicken breast was super moist. Got mild for the half bird, and it really wasn't spicy at all, will definitely try medium next time. I almost got hot for the sando, but the server warned me against it which was a really great call because medium+ (spice level between medium and hot) was still really spicy! I would love to try their chicken and waffles next time. Ordering was really easy, staff were all super nice and welcoming, and the restaurant is really clean and cute. Went around 6pm and waited around 30 minutes to order + get my order. They have a parking lot but it gets full really fast.

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