Pez Coastal Kitchen
Pez Coastal Kitchen is a seafood-focused restaurant in Pasadena from Executive Chef Bret Thompson and Lucy Thompson-Ramirez. The restaurant showcases vibrant sea- and farm-to-table California cuisine, highlighting seasonal ingredients and bold coastal flavors. With a menu featuring chilled seafood, crudos, shareable entrées, and inventive desserts, Pez Coastal Kitchen delivers a dynamic dining experience. Complemented by a thoughtful cocktail program and curated selection of wines and spirits, the restaurant reflects a modern approach to California seafood.
Bret Thompson
Bret Thompson is the Executive Chef and Proprietor of Pez Coastal Kitchen, bringing decades of culinary experience from acclaimed kitchens across the U.S. and abroad. Known in the Los Angeles dining scene for concepts including Pez Cantina and LA Burrito Co., Chef Bret now focuses on a seafood-driven approach at Pez Coastal Kitchen. His cooking highlights innovative techniques such as curing, smoking, and specialized dry-aging of seafood, creating dishes that celebrate the freshness and creativity of California coastal cuisine.

