Dan Modern Chinese – Chinese
This sleek, contemporary space hums with energy as steam rises from bamboo baskets filled with delicate, hand-pleated xiao long bao that burst with rich, savory broth. Golden-fried popcorn shrimp and crisp scallion pancakes offer a satisfying crunch alongside vibrant, chilled cucumber salads, creating a playful balance of textures and temperatures. It is a vibrant destination where traditional craftsmanship meets a fresh, urban sensibility, inviting diners to linger over shared plates of salt and pepper tofu and decadent dungeness crab dumplings.
146 South Lake Avenue, Pasadena CA 91101-2637 https://danmodernchinese.com/pages/pasadenaRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Dan Modern Chinese
Dairy-Free at Dan Modern Chinese
Dan Modern Chinese in Pasadena has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spinach with Garlic, Seaweed & Tofu Salad and Baby Bok Choy with Garlic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Dan Modern Chinese
Dan Modern Chinese in Pasadena has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spinach with Garlic, Baby Bok Choy with Garlic and Shrimp & Shishito Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Dan Modern Chinese
Dan Modern Chinese in Pasadena has 22 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spinach with Garlic, Seaweed & Tofu Salad and Vegetable Dumplings (5 pieces). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Dan Modern Chinese
Dan Modern Chinese in Pasadena has 7 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Dumplings (5 pieces), Chicken & Shrimp Xiao Long Bao and Vegetable Dumplings (5 pieces). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Dan Modern Chinese
Dan Modern Chinese in Pasadena has 6 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baby Bok Choy with Garlic, Shrimp & Shishito Peppers and Broccoli with Garlic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Dan Modern Chinese
Dan Modern Chinese in Pasadena has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baby Bok Choy with Garlic, Shrimp & Shishito Peppers and Broccoli with Garlic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Dan Modern Chinese
Dan Modern Chinese in Pasadena has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baby Bok Choy with Garlic and Broccoli with Garlic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Dan Modern Chinese
Dan Modern Chinese in Pasadena has 14 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spinach with Garlic, Seaweed & Tofu Salad and Baby Bok Choy with Garlic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Dan Modern Chinese
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Beef Roll | 45.5 g | 57.8 g |
| Mapo Tofu with Pork | 13.1 g | 47.7 g |
| Chicken & Shrimp Xiao Long Bao | 4.3 g | 47.3 g |
| Shrimp with Crab Sauce | 62.1 g | 42.7 g |
| Chicken Dumplings (5 pieces) | 37.2 g | 41.8 g |
| Vegetable Dumplings (5 pieces) | 37.2 g | 41.8 g |
| Short Rib Fried Rice | 93.1 g | 34.8 g |
| Pork Xiao Long Bao | 23.4 g | 32.7 g |
| Shrimp & Shishito Peppers | 8.6 g | 29 g |
| Chicken Fried Rice | 64.6 g | 27.6 g |
| Vegetable Dan Mein | 35.3 g | 27.4 g |
| Three Cup Chicken | 43.6 g | 24.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Mo-Th - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its outstanding food quality and exceptionally fresh ingredients, guests consistently praise the cozy atmosphere that makes every visit feel special. Reviewers highlight the courteous and attentive service, noting that the warm hospitality perfectly complements the high standard of the menu to create a truly welcoming dining experience.
Menu
Small Plates
- Scallion Pancake: Soy ginger dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed & Tofu Salad: Bean sprouts, bell peppers, mild chili Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Cucumber: Ginger, szechuan peppercorns, mild chili Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Roll: Oxtail, cucumbers, green onions, cilantro, hoisin sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Popcorn Chicken: Toasted garlic, green onions, cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salt & Pepper Tofu: Crispy tofu, toasted garlic, green onions, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Popcorn Shrimp: Toasted garlic, green onions, cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Xiao Long Bao | Soup Dumplings
- Pork Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with savory broth and pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork & Dungeness Crab Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with savory broth, pork, and crab Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork & Shrimp Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with savory broth, pork, and shrimp Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Pork Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with spicy savory broth and pork Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with savory broth and chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Shrimp Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with savory broth, chicken, and shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Handmade Dumplings
- Pork Dumplings (5 pieces): Choice of steamed, pan fried, or crispy Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork & Shrimp Dumplings (5 pieces): Choice of steamed, pan fried, or crispy Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Dumplings (5 pieces): Choice of steamed, pan fried, or crispy Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Dumplings (5 pieces): Choice of steamed, pan fried, or crispy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Large Plates
- Three Cup Chicken: Soy sauce, sesame oil, chili, thai basil Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp with Crab Sauce: Shrimp, crab, garlic, ginger, green onions Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Shishito Peppers: Shrimp, shishito peppers, garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mapo Tofu: Silky tofu, shiitake mushrooms, chili, garlic, ginger, green onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mapo Tofu with Pork: Silky tofu, pork, chili, garlic, ginger, green onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mapo Tofu with Crab: Silky tofu, crab, chili, garlic, ginger, green onions Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetables
- String Beans with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Bok Choy with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pea Sprouts with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snow Pea Leaves with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Noodles
- Short Rib Dan Mein: Handmade thick noodles, snow pea leaves, shiitake mushrooms, garlic sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Dan Mein: Handmade thick noodles, snow pea leaves, shiitake mushrooms, garlic sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Dan Mein: Handmade thick noodles, snow pea leaves, shiitake mushrooms, garlic sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Dan Mein: Handmade thick noodles, snow pea leaves, shiitake mushrooms, garlic sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Noodle Soup: Handmade thin noodles Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oxtail Beef Noodle Soup: Handmade thin noodles Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Oxtail Beef Noodle Soup: Handmade thin noodles Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice
- Dungeness Crab Fried Rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Fried Rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Fried Rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Rice Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Fried Rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- White or Brown Rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Jasmine Tea Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Oolong Tea
- Coke
- Diet Coke
- Sprite
- Ginger Ale Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Voss Still Water Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sparkling Water
Frequently Asked Questions about Dan Modern Chinese
- Is Dan Modern Chinese dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Dan Modern Chinese has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spinach with Garlic, Seaweed & Tofu Salad and Baby Bok Choy with Garlic.
- What can I eat at Dan Modern Chinese on a dairy-free diet?
- Spinach with Garlic, Seaweed & Tofu Salad and Baby Bok Choy with Garlic carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Dan Modern Chinese have vegan options?
- Yes. 14 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Spinach with Garlic and Seaweed & Tofu Salad.
- Is Dan Modern Chinese gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Dan Modern Chinese?
- Beef Roll, at roughly 57.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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