Loved it! Lunch and shopping all in one place! Located on Green Street. It's a shady walk to the resto and you can sit inside or outside. It was too hot and humid to sit outside. There was so many options and only limited belly room. We ordered: Tinned fish board Cheese board Cornbread eclair - OMG! The eclair was so unexpected and so delectable A few cocktails Dessert Afterwards, we went shopping in their little bodega and purchased cookies and crackers to be enjoyed at our next Hollywood Bowl outing. Enjoy! read more

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Food: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Service: 1/5 I've been wanting to come to Agnes for years, so when my fiancé booked it for our anniversary I was very excited- but the experience left me disappointed. Our waiter was incredibly passive and at times it felt like we were being completely ignored. He would attend to tables around us but never checked in with us, had what seemed like a limited knowledge of the menu, and offered a half assed apology at the end of the night. The table next to us was clearly someone of importance, because they kept getting "gifted" foods, cheeses, drinks, etc. - which is fine, but only magnified our poor service. We also saw our food and beverages as well as other tables food and beverages be delivered to the wrong tables. My fiances sorbet was given to the special table next to us, but they had already had their dessert, and so the wait staff left with it and a minute later delivered it to our table melted. There was one staff member that was wonderful, and it seemed like he was a busboy who was filling in for our waiter (sorry I did not get his name) but he was very kind, personable, and would be the reason we come back, aside from the great food. There was also no acknowledgement of the special occasion we were celebrating, which is a minor thing but at other restaurants it's usually never missed and helps make for a nice experience especially when we mark that we are here celebrating an anniversary. All in all it was a disappointing experience. We may return for the food in the future, because it was excellent, but the service needs to be worked on. read more

Took my daughter there for her birthday dinner along with her husband and my granddaughter. My son and wife joined as well Food was spectacular. Two things I didn't like The cheese boards were tiny and expensive. The worst was the heat. Felt like a sauna inside Everyone was sweating Was a bit uncomfortable But waitress was awesome read more

Believe the hype .... Agnes restaurant and shop is a neighborhood foodie gem . Innovative and forward thinking . I look forward to tasting more of their delicacies. I recommend... read more

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When you first walk in it looks like a store, selling cheese, jams & crackers. As you keep walking it opens up to a beautiful restaurant with lots of indoor and outdoor patio seating. They had friendly service, delicious food with lots of gluten free options. My favorites were the cheeseboard & spinach dip with gluten free crackers; the corn bread eclairs were excellent, I couldn't believe it was gluten free; the steak Vanessa and green oaks lettuce were also delicious. We had a lovely time celebrating my friend's bday there, I will definitely return to try more items on the menu. read more

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Delicious food in the heart of old town. We showed up a little early to our reservation, but they were unable to accommodate us. Seems to be a new trend these days. Even with our reservation we were still sat 10 minutes late. Cornbread eclair not pictured but so unique and delicious. Our server was super accommodating and knowledgeable. read more

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I think the atmosphere and service here is nice, especially with the natural lighting and overall vibe inside. It feels like a great spot for a date or to hang out with friends. The cheeseboard was really fun to order and try, although I do wish we could choose the cheeses and meats that came on the board. We also got the fried chicken sandwich, which was good, but I personally wish the coleslaw had a little more crunch. The tater tots were really good though! read more

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I recently had a very concerning experience at this restaurant. While eating a tart, I bit down on a metal bolt that had somehow ended up inside the food. The impact was hard enough that my molars were sore afterward, and it was honestly frightening to realize I had nearly swallowed or seriously injured myself on a piece of metal. What was even more disappointing was the response. After bringing the issue to the manager's attention and providing the bolt, the situation did not seem to be treated with the level of concern I would have expected for such a serious food safety issue. The only remedy offered at the time was to comp a small portion of the bill. Mistakes can happen in any kitchen, but finding hardware in food raises significant questions about quality control and food safety. I have since followed up with management to request information about how this occurred and what steps are being taken to prevent it from happening again. I hope the restaurant takes this incident seriously and improves its procedures. Until then, I feel other customers should be aware of what happened during my visit. read more

Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery - Cheese Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Met up with a girlfriend today for a brunch catch up--she chose the spot after a favorable time at their bar for wine and cheese. The menu had many delicious options, and we ended up splitting a cinnamon roll, shrimp Louie salad, BLT, and Quiche Pot Pie. First, let's get into the interior. Superduper cute and has many options for seating, including a sidewalk patio, back patio, and interior dining room. We sat in the dining room and it was comfortable... next time I would probably sit outside for a different scenery. Service was great. I have no complaints about that! It was efficient. The guy was polite and was around when we needed him. The food was delicious, but I really didn't think it was that innovative and thought it was a little bit on the expensive side for what it was (except for the cinnamon roll it was priced accordingly and so good hot!). The BLT was very average and I thought the bacon seemed a little old, good fries, but again it's not anything special. I expected more with the quiche pot pie, but it was really delicious and the endive salad was a nice accompaniment. We really enjoyed the shrimp Louie salad--very fresh and appreciated it was not doused in dressing. I had the garden Siesta cocktail and my friend had one of the spritz-- as a lightweight it did not do anything to me hahaha... All in all a nice leisurely meal, but the flavors and execution was not super memorable for the price point. No h8 though--would go again! read more

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I returned for a third time, and we had a good experience. I especially loved the HOT HONEY FRIED CHICKEN | chicken thighs with garlic crunch and honey mustard dipping sauce. I thought it was flavorful, juicy and a bit addictive. The skin was not crispy, it's more saucy. We also loved the charcuterie board - HALF & HALF BOARD | 2 cheese & 2 cured meats with accompaniments. That was the table's favorite dish of the night. It was really fun to eat and dip with all the different components. The MELTED LEEK & SPINACH DIP | Raclette cheese, kool-ranch wontons - this was also pretty delicious: savory and cheesy. We also ordered the SPRING AGNOLOTTI | four cheese blend, grilled asparagus, snap peas, sage. That was different and not bad. All in all, we had a good time and service was good. The ambiance was cozy, modern and filled with good vibes. read more

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We were walking around downtown Pasadena after dinner and this place looked so good that even though we were absolutely stuffed, we still went in anyway. We were seated immediately, which was such a nice surprise, and the vibes in here are immaculate. You can actually see them cooking with fire, which makes everything feel extra cozy and a little fancy at the same time. Also, random but important, the bathrooms were beautiful and the soap smelled amazing. Even the water was good with that elite crunchy ice. We only got the banana pudding because we physically could not eat more, but honestly it was so good. I just wish the portion was a little bigger and that there were more crunchy cookie bits for texture because that was my favorite part. We wandered around the attached market afterward, and it was actually so fun to browse. There were so many canned fish options and other fun specialty goodies that made me want to come back when I'm actually hungry enough for a full meal. read more

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Agnes has the elements to be really good, and my overall experience was on the 3.5 level (somewhere between okay and good). The highlight for me was the warm cheddar biscuit. I really enjoyed this with the whipped honey butter. The Agnes cinnamon roll was decent, but not quite gooey enough for me. The food would be good if it was seasoned. I say that because it's very nicely prepared, cooked and presented - but it's bland. The mushroom & leek omelet was beautiful, but it needed salt. It didn't seem like they'd used any at all. The endive citronette that came on the side was nice; I liked the dressing. The crispy tator tots were just fine, nothing special (and also needed a little salt). My friends that got the grits carbonara and the quiche pot pie said their food was also underseasoned. The service was a little lackluster. They were nice, but seemed understaffed. The restaurant itself was nice. It's a large clean space with lots of light, and room between the tables. Bathrooms are decent. For underseasoned food and lackluster service, it feels overpriced. My omelette was $28, and the egg dishes ranged from $22-30. If I had gotten nothing else, my bill plus tax and 20% tip (we had 6 people) would have been about $37 (which is really high for an omelette - I know it was my choice to still order it, but I do think it's worth stating that it's expensive). Of course, I did also get coffee, and some other things to share with the table. But that's part of the fun of brunch with friends! There is limited street parking around, but the De Lacey lot is just down the street and around the corner. It's currently $1 for the first two hours, and then $2 each additional hour with a $12 daily max. read more

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Usually not a huge fan of cheese but this place does it right! The dishes had cheese but it was not overpowering. All the dishes are made for sharing and my party of 5 ordered 5 dishes and it was perfectly filling. It has nice ambiance and a great place for us to celebrate a friend's birthday. Heads up- they charge an outside cake fee that we were not aware about as they did not communicate that with us. read more

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I want to start off by saying I don't often write reviews. I found this place by looking on the Michelin Guide for my girlfriend's birthday. I was so excited to eat here--I mean a cheesery and an upscale neighborhood eatery sounds amazing! I did research over a week and everything looked great. To start, our waitress paid very little attention to us. She only stopped by the table a few times that night and every interaction was rushed. She went through the menu, and that pretty much felt like the only sincere service we had. There was very little care that went into the rest of the dinner. The half & half cheeseboard was pretty good! I liked all the different components, but 3oz of cheese and about 5 slices of salami for almost $40 is insane. Our waitress explained that their regular menu is more shareable than their Dine LA menu, so we ordered 4 different plates for our party of 6. Unfortunately, most of the dishes were portioned for one. Additionally, a different server dropped off a plate at the table saying it was a salad, but we just looked confused as none of us ordered salad (it was actually the cavatelli). Two other people split a burger and the bottom bun was soggy from the meat juice. The steak was alright, nothing amazing. I enjoyed the hot honey chicken, but again, it was just enough for me, and was not shareable. Overall, it was a steep bill for the lack of care and attention in our experience. I was genuinely excited about this restaurant, but this was one of the few purely sad dinners I've had out. read more

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What a lovely restaurant. A friend suggested it as she lives in the Pasadena area and I live in Los Feliz. The restaurant is airy and visually nice as well. The food was great. We had the tuna melt, which was so large that you can only eat half and therefore you bring another half home later on for lunch. The service was also wonderful. Our waitress was there all the time assisting us and pleasant to be around. Highly recommend. read more

Came here for a friend's birthday after she kept suggesting it for various get together and it kept getting vetoed lol I actually had it on my list of places to try for a while but eventually took it off said list. Cheese board - were the 3 cheeses delicious? Absolutely. Was the board worth 32 dollars? Absolutely not. I'd say 12 dollars at best. It was crazy small. The raspberry jam served with the board was excellent but we were disappointed to find they didnt sell it in their market. Cornbread eclairs - these were okay. I don't like pate, but I tried it and the flavors worked well together. Someone else in the group thought it was too sweet. Cheese curds - these were good, but it's kind if hard to ruin fried cheese. Very good, very dill-y ranch. Salad - I forget what it was called. Something something Greens. It was fresh, had a good amount of cheese, and the dressing was good. It did get a little boring after a while though. Short rib sliders - this was a special for the evening. It was described as being "like pulled pork but beef and it's short ribs." Both people in our party who ordered it said it was just okay. Came out lukewarm and the horseradish aioli was too strong. Duck ravioli - small portion, but I think she liked it? Potato dumplings - should have listened to many a review that said it was bland, because it was. Radiator pasta - our birthday girl liked it. Overall, my assessment of he restaurant is that the portions are small for the price, especially the cheese board, but service was friendly. I struggled to find something that I was excited to eat here, which is how i ended up with salad, (a rare occurrence for me). When we left, several of us got some cheese from the market. Fromage Excellence - great! Basically like a brie. Nice and creamy. The rind isn't bitter like a brie. I usually haaaaaate the rind, but I was down to eat this one. Tumbleweed - it's okay. We didn't expect it to have a giant mold spot in the middle of it. Overall flavor is nothing special, but it's fine. Reverie - good but again, nothing special. Slightly funky. Etorki - excellent cheese. 10/10 no notes. Friend got Leonora goat cheese and said this: "One of the cheeses I got is unbelievably nasty and vile. Somehow it's like spicy plastic nail polish remover." So. There's that lol. Anyway. Overall, an okay experience. Won't be back for the restaurant but would return for some cheese (which are mostly in the range of 7-14 dollars for a quarter pound). read more

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It's been a minute since I've been to Agnes. Their DineLA dinner menu brought me back, as it had several dishes not on the regular menu. Agnes has a DineLA lunch menu as well. Agnes has always been a beautiful restaurant with a barn-like interior with exposed beams and lots of woodwork situated on Green St. in Old Town, in the thick of scores of restaurants. There's a large covered patio in the rear and also a streetside patio still set up. They are open continuously from midday with a weekday lunch, weekend brunch, and every day happy hour and dinner menus. The Cheesery is in the front with a cute cheese shop, cafe tables and a bar. The large open kitchen has a live fire station. I had an early dinner reservation. I recognized the host to be chef/co-owner Thomas Tilaka Kalb, who from a distance is a doppelganger for fellow chef/restauranteur Evan Funke because of their prominent beards. Service throughout the evening was fine, friendly and attentive, almost rushed, which was okay for someone with an eat-and-run attitude like me. This was even though there was a huge party occupying the entire rear patio. I was surprised to see past reviews regarding the service based on my visit. The Agnes DineLA menu consisted of 5 set courses; only one dish was off the regular menu. 1) Cornbread Eclair. The dish on the regular menu that should never be taken off. I've ordered it every time I've been here in the past. It's a rectangle (eclair) of cornbread with chicken liver mousse piped on top, along with some cherries and chives. A perfect starter. 2) Brussels Sprout Caesar. An update of a traditional Caesar, with sprouts instead of Romaine, the addition of grilled grapes, and the anchovies being lightly breaded and fried boquerones, milder than traditional anchovies. 3) Mushroom Stroganoff. I'm not a fan of traditional beef stroganoff; the beef is often made tough in the cooking process and the sour cream often too potent. This version, however, was fab! The meaty but tender mushrooms were a perfect sub for the beef, the sour cream was mild (if used at all), and the housemade mafaldine pasta had the perfect tooth--Evan Funke would be impressed. The addition of the Caravaggio Taleggio cheese took it over the top. I think this dish would do well on the regular menu. 4) Chicken Piccata. Another great dish. The chicken was perfectly breaded and crisp, with the traditional lemon-caper brown butter sauce not too acidic. There was broccolini underneath. 5) Thai Fried Banana Split. A tasty mish-mash. I don't remember the flavours of the 2 ice creams; one may have had matcha? There was a slice of breaded and fried banana, salted caramel, raspberry coulis and whipped cream. They gave me a chocolate chunk cookie as well; it's the dessert on the lunch DineLA menu. I took it home where it was delish with milk. Overall a great dinner. That's why I like DineLA; it can help you remember places you've liked in the past, or help you try someplace new. read more

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2nd time here: Greeter with the curly hair is extremely rude. Asked if we could sit in the back and she gave me a death stare and said we only have the sidewalk patio open. Afterwards, didnt even smile or make eye contact when giving menus. We were sat for at least 10 minutes, ready to order. but they are so incredibly understaffed with one guy running around, that we just decided to leave. The first time it was actually the same waitress and she was unhelpful about the menu as well because my friend has a food allergy. Food was also super mid and overpriced. read more

This place instantly gives off a laid-back Malibu summer vibe, which is especially refreshing on a hot Pasadena day. They have a small market with goodies right out front, making it fun to browse before or after your meal. The salads were incredibly fresh and crisp, and the burgers were a standout. They're cooked over an open fire, giving them a nice smoky flavor while keeping the meat juicy and tender. Everything felt fresh, satisfying, and well made. The atmosphere is relaxed, the service is friendly, and it's the kind of spot you'll want to come back to when you're craving a casual meal with great vibes. read more

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Delightful Sat AM brunch. Light and friendly environment. Excellent service by all staff. Interesting menu. Delicious food and drink. My first visit to Agnes and is surely will not be my last. read more

Snagged a last-minute brunch reservation via OpenTable and opted for patio seating since we had a pup with us. The restaurant is beautiful and the patio is lovely on a sunny day, but we were seated directly under the sun with no shade and it got uncomfortably hot. We started with the Trout Rillette and the Greek Oaks Lettuces. The salad was outstanding, the dressing was incredible and honestly the highlight of the meal. We shared the Mushroom Risotto, Omelet Florentine, and Braided Bacon Benny family-style. The server also suggested the warm cheddar biscuit with whipped honey butter but didn't mention that the Benny already comes on a biscuit, so that felt a bit unnecessary. The food overall was phenomenal but on the richer side, making the salad a perfect palate cleanser. We shared the cinnamon roll for dessert (available on weekends only), which was fine but nothing memorable. I'd definitely recommend this spot for the food, but service was lacking in attentiveness, which was a bit surprising given the added 4% health and wellness fee. read more

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Alright, so I was a big fan of Agnes and I'm surprised I haven't written a review simply on the fact that they have deep-fried cheese curds that rival some authentic Wisconsin spots. But this past weekend I sort of had a bit of a bummer of an experience. I ordered a small cheese platter for my wife and I to pick up for an at-home date night. I added some cheeses we loved when we were there in December - I dropped them in the notes of the order AND sent an email to confirm. When I didn't hear back I tried calling, which went straight to a recording. So, of course when I picked up the platter it wasn't what we wanted. I was told emails aren't answered on the weekend, they don't pick up the phone and they're still working out the system. Thwarted by three modes of communication. Pretty disappointing. And for the $120 price tag, I was a little underwhelmed. I probably would have been better off just buying the cheeses from them, and getting the crackers and the accoutrements somewhere else and assemble it myself at home. I'll probably still eat here because there are some solid dishes, and the back patio is a beautiful spot to bring the family (pup included), but I just won't be ordering a cheese platter again, unfortunately. read more

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A Cheesery in Pasadena?! Yes please! Agnes is a restaurant, cheesery, and has a cute little marketplace at the front of the restaurant that you must check out! At the top of my list to order were their Cornbread Eclairs, and they did not disappoint! An order comes with two, and they had chicken liver mousse, chives, and luxardo cherries. The mousse was creamy and savory with a nice pop of tartness and a little sweet from the cherries. So good! Agnes is a cheesery, so of course we had to get something with cheese! We got the Fried Cheese Curds that come with Kaylin & Kaylin honey mustard pickles and a dilly ranch for dipping. There were a good amount of cheese curds in one order! The Loaded Baked Potato Dumplings were also tasty! They use Prairie Breeze Cheddar, broccoli, sour cream, and bacon. The dish was like gnocchi meets a baked potato. And the dumplings were perfectly pillowy. To break up the richness of the dishes we ordered, we also got the Beets & Pears. These were nicely presented and arranged in a pretty spiral pattern. It came with hazelnut hummus, lime leaf crunch, and tang sauce. This dish was a nice balance of textures and flavors. They offer cheese boards, which I am definitely going to try next time! I also had fun perusing the marketplace where they offered lots of fun crackers, spreads, jams, chocolate, tinned fish, home goods, and more. read more

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from the menu and vibes as soon as i entered, this was a very californian restaurant with a small retail section for their own jams, cashews, and organic dog treats the braised bacon benny was a good twist on the classic eggs benedict as they used cheddar biscuits for the base and thick slabs of braised bacon on top. also, the eggs were perfectly shaped and mistook them for a dollop of cream before breaking the center. the agnes burger was a lot more simpler but i ended up enjoying it a lot more. the quality of the meat was higher grade so it was super soft to bite into. they also have an open kitchen concept so you can see them grilling the meats. the fries were subpar and kind of tasted like sysco fries. a bit expensive but thats a given for these types of restaurants. read more

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I've had Agnes on my to try list for a while, so was a bit disappointed when finally got to try it. For 2 people we ordered: - lamb kebab: good taste, well cooked, you get 2 small skewers - beets and pears: with hummus and peanuts, an interesting mix - Potato dumpling aka gnocchi: this was really disappointing given that we ordered it due to all the good reviews we saw about it -- it basically tasted like small plain gnocchi, overcooked bacon, and potato crisps on top of some white sauce. Not particularly tasty - scallops - well cooked but the sauce was a little too sweet, didnt really good well with the scallops The space is nice, large patio outside. And small marketplace in front. Parking is $1 for 2 hours in the structure. read more

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Came here for brunch on a personal recommendation. I reviewed Yelp and it looked appealing . we opted to sit at the bar ...the patio was beyond HOT and the dining room had wafts of hot air coming from patio (door was open). it was coolest at the bar. i ordered a glass of Rose. They have an interesting wine list. I'm assuming hand selected of lesser known wines. The bar selection was streamlined but quality. we ordered 1 items. He got the Grits Carbonara. It was tasty but hardly a full meal for a man. it was shockingly small. I ordered the BLT ...it was fine...really actually it was quite boring. I was completely unimpressed with sandwich that came with no side...not even a pickle. so...not impressed with the dining experience at all... I perused the market after we finished up. there were some fun looking meats and cheeses at the deli counter (wagyu bologna!) fun wines and snacks.. it's worth a visit but I think once was enough for me. read more

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So hubby and I have partaken of this establishment twice. The first time there, he ordered the Radiators in Red Sauce while I had the Seared Hokkaido Scallops. For appetizer and salad, we shared the Cornbread Eclairs and the Babes Farms Lettuces. The latter we loved so much, we ordered it again on a return visit. The second time, he ordered the Fried Chicken and I ordered the Grilled Skirt Steak. The best order for me was the lettuces, the scallops, and the cornbread eclairs. I think it was a good balance of freshness and citrus of the salad with the buttery scallops and the fatty eclairs. The scallops were my favorite and it was well balanced with the leeks, the micro cilantro and the spicy red chilis. The second best dish was the pasta "radiators" with the burrata and fresh pomodoro sauce. He liked the fried chicken but I found the dish too sweet because of the honey, which became a bit too much with the sweet pickles, too. Needed more acid. My grilled skirt steak was too heavy - they called it a crying tiger sauce so I guess they were going for a Thai shaking beef kind of thing. If you're super hungry and that's all you're having, I think it's fine. The ambience is very hipstery, high ceilings, a big open grill that looks fit for a Florentine standing ribeye and a bar that feels welcoming and relaxed. The waitstaff is very attentive; you have one guy taking your drinks order and then another person taking the food order. We were a little disappointed the second time around because hubby really wanted to try the bratwurst instead of the chicken but they were out of it (this was 7pm on a weekend and we had made reservations). They were also out of cheese curds as we heard from the next table. When this happens, it would be a good idea to gather the menus and put sticky notes on them to block out the items they no longer serve that night. Japanese places do it all the time and it's just a small enough thing to do that would matter a lot to a patron. I enjoyed looking at the cheese fridge as well as all the other items they have in the "market" up front by the hostess station. It would be nice to come back and try a sample tray to graze on if I'm not as hungry. Street parking only (usually on De Lacey - which is metered until 8pm). read more

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I went here with a friend before a show at the Pasadena civic auditorium. We made reservations for 730 and were seated right away. It was not very busy on a Tuesday evening. We ordered 2 glasses of wine, Brussel sprouts and a burger with cheese curds to share. The burger originally came with tater tots but we asked to substitute curds for a few dollars more, which our server was able to do! The Brussel sprouts was my favorite of all the dishes, it had a very light but also somewhat spicy flavor, would definitely recommend! Total for all our food including tip was ~$100. Street parking only. We found a metered spot across the street from the restaurant. read more

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I went to pick up my quarterly cheese box. First time purchasing it and my first time coming to this restaurant / store. I had a BLT and it was very moist which made it a great sandwich. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They explained the cheeses in my box even though there was a page explaining the box contents. The place had a very nice vibe. Highly recommend this place. read more

Wow. This was a wonderful brunch experience! The ambiance and vibe of the restaurant is beautiful with lots of natural light, wood accents, and open space. There is a very nice patio area in the back that would be great during happy hour. All of our food was absolutely delicious. The cinnamon roll was literally steaming and the cream cheese frosting was nice and tart which balanced with the brown sugar. My dad and brother cleared their eggs Benedict and said they were very yummy. My mom loved the sticky toffee pancakes although recommended maybe splitting a savory and sweet dish to avoid sugar rush. I had the huevos à la Americana and it was heavenly. The slaw was light and tangy, the eggs were a sort of thin quiche with roasted veggies and was fresh out of the pan. The tater tots underneath provided a great crunch and it came with a chili oil on top which gave the perfect level of spice to balance with the queso fresco. Our waiter was a little bit absent and we waited a bit to order but all the other waiters and employees were very attentive and helpful. Hoping to come back for another meal or happy hour!! read more

4 fine stars for the cheesery. was here for a post event dinner, sat in the zen zone in back (for larger parties) menu was basically picked for us, had some decent eats for sure. it was a great flow to dinner until we got to the end and dessert, we had places to go late at night and it just did not come out, which is too bad. im not saying this put a damper on the evening, but you want to end the meal on a sweet feeling right?????? this place is on a 'restaurant row' have you, so very busy and parking is iffy at times (well for some in our party) dress in layers and bring your appetite! read more

We came here after seeing a great review from an Instagram influencer and were excited to try it. Arrived around 3PM on a Friday for happy hour, and the restaurant wasn't busy. Many of the happy hour menu items were already sold out even though happy hour doesn't end until 5PM which left us with only a few options. We ended up ordering a burger and requested it cooked medium. Despite the restaurant having only a handful of occupied tables, our food took a long time to arrive. To make matters worse, the burger came out well done instead of medium. We were really looking forward to the experience, but between the limited happy hour selection, the long wait, and the overcooked burger, it was disappointing. read more

Skylar was great ! The vanilla late was Delicious The freshest and incredibly delicious! Also noticed the back room that looks nice for a special event. Shopped as well and found Agnes red sauce to try at home. A favorite place in So Pasadena on it own or before a shopping day. read more

The food was phenomenal, but unfortunately the service didn't match the quality of the meal. We did dine on Father's Day, so I understand it was likely much busier than usual, but the experience still fell short. After our order was taken, we never saw our server again. No one checked in on us, refilled drinks, or cleared any of our plates throughout the meal. I even had to flag someone down to ask a question about an item I wanted to purchase, and they never returned. For a $300 meal for four people, I expected a much higher level of service. It's disappointing because the food truly was outstanding, but the lack of service overshadowed the experience. Sadly, I don't think I'll be back, which is a shame because the kitchen is doing an incredible job. read more

Bf saw this place featured on YouTube, and really wanted to try their Loaded Baked Potato Dumplings. We arrived only to learned that this dish is only served at dinner, which wouldn't start for another hour or so. No biggie. Our server was super nice and friendly, and encouraged us to stay until dinner time lol. That, and we were hungry and saw other menu items that we had wanted to try. What we ordered and thought: 1. Crispy Tater Tots - Likely the best version I've ever tried. I can't explain it. It was just on a whole other level. Highly, highly recommend. 2. BLT Plus - You can really taste all the attention and effort that they put in, including their sandwiches. I'm not typically a bacon person, and I loved everything about this. 3. Sandwich of the Day - I forget what this was, but it was simple and delicious. Felt like they shipped it straight from Europe lol. 4. Loaded Baked Potato Dumplings - Absolutely. Worth. The. Wait. The sour cream and whatever magic they put in this really help make it taste sinfully delicious without the immediate food coma after consumption. 5. Banana Pudding - so fluffy and light, and so flavorful! This was a most memorable experience, and the first time we lunched into dinner lol. Also really appreciated and loved that they also had a shop at the front to shop, so we could walk and peruse while enjoying this dining experience! read more

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Visited during lunch hours because I heard about their loaded potato dumplings but quickly realized that there is a separate brunch menu and that the loaded potato goodness would be in the dinner menu that starts at 5pm - be warned! Otherwise, had a great experience. Food was great and the place had a unique ambiance. The front is a small cheese shop with things like jams and various canned fish. Their tater tots are great and I was also pleasantly surprised by their take on Banh mi. We didn't make reservations but were seated after maybe 5 minutes because it wasn't too busy. Would come back to try the dinner menu. read more

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Overly expensive, but pretty delicious! I can't be too mad about the prices considering how much I enjoyed the meal. Everything tasted fresh, and the whole experience felt elevated. Even the tater tots didn't taste like your typical fast food side; they had more of a homemade feel. Plus, the drinks were strong, so that's a win. The place itself is cute, with an open design where you can watch the bread being made as you eat. The front of the restaurant also has a selection of cheeses, pickles, crackers, and sauces you can purchase. Now for the big reveal... the five items pictured came out to $117. read more

Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery - Charcuterie 1/2 & 1/2 Board* - Cheese Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Agnes is a wonderful place to go for a fun night out. The food is fantastic and I love trying the different wines. The service was excellent as well. There is street parking and tons of lots available in Old Town. read more

My bf and I came here on a Friday evening and were seated promptly with reservations without a wait. Unfortunately we were seated to the right of the entrance which kind of ruined the vibes since there were lots of people coming and going and shopping around near us in their marketplace section. Food was also a bit disappointing and overall just felt too expensive for what you get in terms of flavor and portion size . Service was also just ok. Overall would probably not go back unless we were craving the corn bread eclairs as nothing else was super noteworthy. The two of us ordered: - Corn bread eclairs (4.5/5): Our favorite dish of the night. The berry cuts through the heavy creamy flavors well, but the corn bread was a bit drier than we prefer. Despite that it was a flavorful and balanced - not too organy which can be an issue with liver in general. The eclair comes as a pair so it's a perfect choice for sharing on a date night! - Cheese board (2/5): While tasty, there was nothing really special about this dish - and the steep price, especially for the size of the board, honestly felt sort of ridiculous. It doesn't seem like it could be shared by more than 3 people at most, as it only comes with 3 types of cheeses, some crackers, grapes, dried fruits, corn nuts, and jam, at less than generous portions. Cheeses included in our spread included a brie fermier, campo de montalban (a blend of cow, goat, and sheep milk), and rispens (sheep milk). I found the last one just sheep milk too stinky but the other two were good, jam included was good, crackers nice and sturdy, wish more fresh fruits were included instead of dried fruit, nice corn nuts. We'd recommend skipping this one as we've had bigger cheese boards with meats at half the price. - Pear and beet salad (3/5): Had lots of flavors and textures going on but I didn't love it, mainly because the hazelnut hummus tasted way too florally. My bf on the other hand found the salad refreshing but not very impressionable. - Potato Dumplings with shoestring potatoes on top (2/5): Sadly another disappointing dish. It was way too sour cream forward making it super sour and strange - almost like a baked potato with nothing to balance it. The sauce was also pretty watery but the dumplings themselves had a good texture and wasn't as heavy / creamy as expected. However for 28 dollars we felt pretty disappointed. read more

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This place just feels like comfort and joy. Super nice staff and a very cool interior. Also, the food was excellent - entrees to desserts. We'll be back to try the rest of the menu, but the burger and banana pudding were the highlights. read more

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