With a hip, contemporary look combined with historic Old Pasadena, Bar Celona if the place for delicious Spanish cooking. Pick from several of their many tapas -- empanadas, tortilla Espanola, and chorizo, among others -- or head straight for any one of their entrees. Lamb shank braised in Rioja, Parillada Mixta (mixed grilled meat), or Paella will set your mouth watering. Their comprehensive wine list and martini lounge are sure to keep your spirits up. For dessert, the "Bar Celona Split" will change the way you look at the traditional Banana Split forever. And as Pasadena Weekly said about owner and restaurateur Jack Huang, his "continued success amidst an economic recession has as much to do with his knack for surrounding himself with loyal employees and making personal connections with his guests as it does with his business acumen."