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: vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, low-carb, keto, gluten-free, pescatarian, plant-based, diabetic, sugar-free, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-cholesterol, atkins, south-beach, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, high-fiber, weight-watchers, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, aip, raw-food, low-fodmap, slow-carb, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, pegan, candida, lectin-free
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: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Seaweed & Tofu Salad: Bean sprouts, bell peppers, mild chili Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Candida
- Pickled Cucumber: Ginger, szechuan peppercorns, mild chili Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Beef Roll: Oxtail, cucumbers, green onions, cilantro, hoisin sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Popcorn Chicken: Toasted garlic, green onions, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Salt & Pepper Tofu: Crispy tofu, toasted garlic, green onions, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Popcorn Shrimp: Toasted garlic, green onions, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Xiao Long Bao | Soup Dumplings
- Pork Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with savory broth and pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Pork & Dungeness Crab Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with savory broth, pork, and crab Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Pork & Shrimp Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with savory broth, pork, and shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Spicy Pork Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with spicy savory broth and pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with savory broth and chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken & Shrimp Xiao Long Bao: Handmade thin-skinned dumplings filled with savory broth, chicken, and shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Handmade Dumplings
- Pork Dumplings (5 pieces): Choice of steamed, pan fried, or crispy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Pork & Shrimp Dumplings (5 pieces): Choice of steamed, pan fried, or crispy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken Dumplings (5 pieces): Choice of steamed, pan fried, or crispy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Vegetable Dumplings (5 pieces): Choice of steamed, pan fried, or crispy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Large Plates
- Three Cup Chicken: Soy sauce, sesame oil, chili, thai basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Shrimp with Crab Sauce: Shrimp, crab, garlic, ginger, green onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp & Shishito Peppers: Shrimp, shishito peppers, garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Mapo Tofu: Silky tofu, shiitake mushrooms, chili, garlic, ginger, green onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb
- Mapo Tofu with Pork: Silky tofu, pork, chili, garlic, ginger, green onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Mapo Tofu with Crab: Silky tofu, crab, chili, garlic, ginger, green onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
Vegetables
- String Beans with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Spinach with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Broccoli with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Baby Bok Choy with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Pea Sprouts with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Snow Pea Leaves with Garlic: Garlic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
Noodles
- Short Rib Dan Mein: Handmade thick noodles, snow pea leaves, shiitake mushrooms, garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Shrimp Dan Mein: Handmade thick noodles, snow pea leaves, shiitake mushrooms, garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Dan Mein: Handmade thick noodles, snow pea leaves, shiitake mushrooms, garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Vegetable Dan Mein: Handmade thick noodles, snow pea leaves, shiitake mushrooms, garlic sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Noodle Soup: Handmade thin noodles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Oxtail Beef Noodle Soup: Handmade thin noodles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- Spicy Oxtail Beef Noodle Soup: Handmade thin noodles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Rice
- Dungeness Crab Fried Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Short Rib Fried Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Shrimp Fried Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Fried Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Vegetable Fried Rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- White or Brown Rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Beverages
- Jasmine Tea
- Oolong Tea
- Coke
- Diet Coke
- Sprite
- Ginger Ale
- Voss Still Water
- Sparkling Water