The Raymond Restaurant

What The Raymond Restaurant does

The Raymond 1886 is a single-location casual-fine dining restaurant in Pasadena, California, operating from a 1901 Craftsman caretaker's cottage originally built for the 1886 Raymond Hotel. It serves general diners, weekend brunch guests, happy-hour patrons, and private-event hosts with groups of 10-100 guests across five indoor/outdoor event spaces (Grand Patio, Fireside Terrace, Cactus Garden, Sunroom, and 1886 Bar). The core offering is a modern American dinner menu (entrees $28-$75) served Tuesday through Sunday, weekend brunch Saturday-Sunday 9am-2pm, a curated cocktail and wine program at the 1886 Bar/Lounge, and a Tuesday-Friday happy hour. Supplementary lines include special-occasion prix fixe menus (Valentine's, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Thanksgiving, Dine LA), gift cards, and private event buyouts.

The business model is a combination of per-cover dine-in food and beverage sales, professional services-style private event bookings, and transaction-fee gift card sales. Pricing is unit-priced across menus with auxiliary fees ($8 valet, $35 corkage, $5 cake cutting). The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer, relying on the company's website, OpenTable reservations, Toast Tab for online ordering and gift cards, an email newsletter, and earned media across regional food publications (LA Eater, LA Times, The Infatuation, Visit Pasadena). The company is privately held by LA Food Group, employs 11-50 staff, and has no disclosed app, API, or proprietary technology beyond standard restaurant point-of-sale and reservation infrastructure.

Name

The Raymond Restaurant

Legal name

The Raymond 1886

Website

https://theraymond1886.com/

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Raymond 1886 is a privately-held casual-fine dining restaurant in Pasadena, California, operating from a 1901 Craftsman cottage. It serves locals, tourists, and private-event hosts (10-100 guests) with modern American dinner, weekend brunch, craft cocktails, wine, and five event spaces, under owner LA Food Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Casual-Fine Dining Restaurant

NAICS

Full-Service Restaurants (722511), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (722410)

SIC

Retail-Eating Places (5812), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Casual Dining Restaurants (THAFACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Special Occasion & Destination Restaurants (THAFACAK), Cocktail Lounges & Speakeasies (MPAGAIAD)

Keywords

• Casual fine dining
• Private event venues
• Craft cocktail bar
• Weekend brunch service
• Modern american cuisine

Headquarters

HQ city

Pasadena

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Dine-in Food & Beverage Sales: The primary revenue stream comes from food and beverage sales at the restaurant, including dinner service (Tuesday-Thursday 4pm-9pm, Friday-Saturday 4pm-10pm, Sunday 4pm-9pm), weekend brunch (Saturday-Sunday 9am-2pm), craft cocktails, wine, and dessert items.
2. Private Events & Catering: Revenue from hosting private events including corporate events, intimate gatherings, rehearsal dinners, baby showers, and weddings. The venue offers 5 unique spaces accommodating 10-100 guests with customizable experiences.
3. Gift Cards (Toast Tab): Gift card sales through Toast Tab platform, both online and in-person, driving future revenue and customer acquisition.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Raymond 1886 operates a single-location casual-fine dining restaurant in a historic 1901 Craftsman cottage in Pasadena, California, serving Modern American dinner (Tuesday–Sunday), weekend brunch (Saturday–Sunday), craft cocktails, curated wines, and hosting private events for 10–100 guests across five distinct indoor/outdoor spaces. Revenue is generated through à la carte and prix-fixe food & beverage sales, private event bookings, and Toast Tab gift cards.

Product overview

The Raymond 1886 is a historic Pasadena restaurant offering a unified dining experience centered on Modern American cuisine with global influences. The core offerings include dinner service (Tuesday-Sunday), weekend brunch (Saturday-Sunday 9AM-2PM), craft cocktails at the 1886 Bar/Lounge, and a curated wine list. The restaurant operates five distinct private event spaces for gatherings of 15-100 guests. Supplementary offerings include Happy Hour (Tuesday-Friday), seasonal special menus (Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Thanksgiving, Dine LA), and gift cards. All offerings are integrated within the historic Craftsman mansion setting.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dinner Service Modern American dinner service offered Tuesday-Sunday evenings (4pm-9pm Tue-Thu/Sun; 4pm-10pm Fri-Sat) featuring starters, salads, seafood, poultry, pasta, and butcher's block items including Prime Ribeye, Truffle Mushroom Tagliatelle, and Rainbow Crudo.
• Weekend Brunch Service Weekend brunch offered Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, featuring starters and sweets ($8-$28), eggs and toasts ($18-$24), Benedicts ($22-$26), brunch entrées ($21-$47), and spirited drinks.
• Dessert Menu Curated dessert offerings including Chocolate Pot de Creme, Lemon Semifreddo, Chocolate Bread Pudding, Dulce de Leche Creme Brulee, and Fosselman's Artisanal Ice Cream and Sorbet.
• Craft Cocktail Program Handcrafted cocktail program featuring seasonal offerings ($18-$21), 1886 Classic Cocktails ($17-$21), Moctails/non-alcoholic options ($13), and cocktail pairings with dessert ($6-$7).
• Wine List Curated wine list featuring sparkling, rosé, white, and red wines from domestic and international producers including Napa Valley, France, Italy, Spain, and New Zealand. Bottles priced $58-$135; by-the-glass $16-$35.
• Happy Hour Discounted Happy Hour menu offered Tuesday-Friday 4-6pm with bar bites ($6-$15) including Sliders and Short Rib Tacos, plus drink specials ($8-$12) on house wine, beers, and cocktails.
• Private Events & Buyouts Private event hosting across five indoor/outdoor spaces for corporate receptions, rehearsal dinners, baby showers, birthday parties, weddings, and full venue buyouts for 10-100+ guests, with dedicated event coordination through the in-house events team.
• Grand Patio Event Space Covered outdoor patio event space accommodating 75 seated or 100 cocktail-style guests, with private entrance, ceiling heaters, chandeliers, water feature, valet parking, and free WiFi.
• Fireside Terrace Event Space Uncovered patio event space with stone fireplace accommodating 35 seated or 50 cocktail-style guests, set in lush greenery with outdoor heating towers.
• Cactus Garden Event Space Intimate covered garden patio accommodating 25 seated or 35 cocktail-style guests, combinable with the 1886 Bar for larger events up to 45 seated or 65 cocktail-style.
• Sunroom Event Space Private indoor event space for small groups accommodating 15 seated guests, featuring abundant natural light, cozy bench seating, banquet table, and AV equipment.
• 1886 Bar Event Space Mixology bar space accommodating 25 guests for seated or standing events, featuring handcrafted cocktails, Old West mood lighting, high-top tables, and full bar service.
• Gift Cards Gift cards redeemable at The Raymond 1886, available for purchase online through Toast Tab or in-person at the restaurant.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• OpenTablecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThird-party reservation platform partnership. OpenTable allows customers to book tables at The Raymond 1886 online. The restaurant appears on OpenTable with a dedicated profile for reservations and experience bookings.
• Toast TabcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline ordering and gift card platform partnership. Toast Tab enables The Raymond 1886 to sell gift cards online and offer online ordering for dine-in and takeout services.
• LA Food GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOwner/operator of The Raymond 1886. LA Food Group is the parent company operating this restaurant. Credited in website footer as the company behind The Raymond 1886.
• Vera RocaminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWebsite development and SEO services provider credited in website footer. Vera Roca provides website and search engine optimization services for theraymond1886.com.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• République: Historic-modern fine dining restaurant in Los Angeles housed in a landmark building, offering full-service dining, bakery, and private events. Comparable casual-fine dining positioning, historic-architectural brand, and full-daypart model.
• Osteria Mozza: Celebrity-chef-driven Italian fine dining concept in Los Angeles with a high-profile bar program and prix-fixe menu structure. Comparable premium positioning, craft cocktail emphasis, and special-occasion dining use case.
• Bestia: Multi-room Italian restaurant in LA's Arts District with acclaimed cocktail bar and large private event spaces. Comparable scale, bar-led revenue mix, and event-driven business model.
• The Little Door: French-Mediterranean restaurant in Los Angeles with multiple indoor/outdoor event spaces and a romantic, special-occasion positioning. Comparable private events infrastructure and occasion-driven business model.
• 71Above: Premium fine dining restaurant in downtown LA with sweeping views, full bar program, and private event capabilities. Comparable premium pricing, special-occasion bookings, and bar/cocktail investment.
• Union Restaurant Pasadena: Contemporary American restaurant in Pasadena with full bar, private dining, and walkable neighborhood location. Comparable Pasadena market, casual-fine dining concept, and event offerings.

Emerging players

• Populaire (by Bavel/Cabra alumni): Newer Pasadena-adjacent modern American restaurant from a notable chef, generating strong press and foot traffic. Comparable contemporary American cuisine with strong bar program and Pasadena-area competition.

Broad incumbents

• The Langham Huntington, Pasadena (The Royce): Wood-paneled fine dining steakhouse inside a historic Pasadena luxury hotel. Comparable Pasadena fine dining, historic atmosphere, and special-occasion positioning, but operates within a broader hotel context.

Others

• Toast POS: Restaurant technology platform already used by The Raymond 1886 for POS, online ordering, and gift cards. Not a peer in the dining sense but a key enabling/operational partner for the restaurant's commerce stack.
• OpenTable: Reservation marketplace already integrated with The Raymond 1886 for bookings. Not a competitive peer but a distribution partner shaping the restaurant's discovery and conversion funnel.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/TheRaymondRestaurant
• Instagraminstagram.com/theraymond1886

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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