Stopped by today for my first visit. All employees were so welcoming! I ordered the lavender matcha latte iced. Very tasty and fragrant. I'll definitely be back to try more drinks! read more

Alfred Coffee - Iced lavender matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Went to the one in Burbank and so excited to learn there's one up the street from my house. I forgot to order my drink decaf and they were wildly accommodating with fixing my error and got it to me super fast. Matthew is a sweetheart and the star of my visit but everyone I talked to was lovely. Gets busy but the wait isn't too long. Excited to go back. On tossing for me are their classics the clouds and strawberry matcha! read more

Alfred Coffee - Strawberry matcha - so good. You HAVE TO make sure the 3 layers are stirred well to get the full effect! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Stopped by on Saturday, 11/23/24. This is actually my first time trying Alfred Coffee. I know there's one in Westwood Village. Ordered the following to-go (my friend paid - kudos!): - 1 iced latte (16oz) = $6.25 (with oatmilk = $0.75) - 1 iced matcha latte (16oz) = $6.25 (with local honey = $0.50 and oatmilk = $0.75) - 1 hot latte (12oz) = $5.25 (hot = $0.50 and oatmilk = $0.75) SUBTOTAL = $21 TIP = $4.20 OVERALL TOTAL = $25.20 I enjoyed my matcha latte - make sure to stir up your drink so that the honey is all mixed in. read more

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A good vibe. A long wait. An expensive cup of coffee. But cheerful staff. A good bathroom. And not-bad coffee. read more

I mean this in the kindest way because of the crew at this location is very kind and helpful and they deal with a very, very high volume of orders. But I have very consistently experienced, short pours, drinks that are not hot, or missing shots of espresso. And at this point it has me driving well out of my way to go to Klatch or even considering spending a large amount of money on an espresso machine at home and making them myself. It's a shame because it's the closest coffee shop to where I live and there's a lot of potential for greatness. read more

Horrible service!!!! The employees do not communicate effectively. They do not ask if you want the beverage hot or cold and they assume and expect you to drink whatever they prepared. Secondly, the cups and lids are flimsy and hot tea spilled all over my dress. What an entire waste of money and time dealing with this place. read more

I've tried Alfred Coffee at other locations before and wasn't blown away, but this visit was a pleasant surprise. I ordered the Chagaccino and the lavender coffee -- both were really well made and tasted great. Glad I gave it another shot. read more

I came here with my mom after doing some shopping. Parking on Colorado Blvd can be challenging though there is paid street parking theoretically available. We parked at a parking garage located on Fair Oaks (2 hrs for $1!). This location is small with room for a maximum of 6 people staying inside, seated, to eat/drink. Definitely a to-go spot. We came toward the evening and the barista who helped us was very kind and answered some questions we had about their size options and location information. Hot matcha latte w/ whole milk 4.5/5, this is a traditionally bitter matcha latte, if this is something not up your alley I would recommend adding sweetener (which was offered by our barista). I always like to try a place's matcha without sweetener first hence the 4.5 rating as I could tell they used high quality matcha in a good ratio of matcha : milk. Personally, I think this would be 5/5 if I did opt for a little sweetener next time around. read more

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my experience at alfred's was so good ! Jamie at the register was so cute and helpful with selecting our drinks and food. we had gotten a iced lavender matcha and my boyfriend got the world famous iced vanilla latte with a rip and dip bagel ! all items were so fresh and delicious will definitely be coming back! read more

I found this place on Yelp, and was honestly was the best decision I've ever made to come here. Coffee shop seems busy and full which I assumed was definitely worth coming if it had that many people. I ordered the famous iced vanilla latte, with a splash of lavender. Definitely delish!!! It was my absolute favorite came back two days later again :) it's such a cute coffee spot very nice and clean with outdoor seating in shade. read more

Alfred Coffee - Lavender matcha latte 10/10 and ice vanilla late with lavender 10/10 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

I was in the area to have lunch with some old coworkers and needed somewhere to wait for the Apple Store to open. Alfred's happened to be right across the street, so I thought I'd stop in and get some work done. This one is just as cute as the other locations. There aren't too many spots to work at but a bar top facing the street and a small bench on the side. Got lucky enough to get a seat at the bar to knock some emails out. Bonus points for music choice (Mandy Moore) and having a matchaga that doesn't automatically include sweetener. Will be stopping by again if I'm ever in the area! read more

We got the Alfred's world famous vanilla latte. It's our go to! It was made using their house made vanilla bean syrup which is always a plus in our book. The bold espresso and the homemade vanilla bean just made this latte delicious! read more

Alfred Coffee - vanilla bean lattes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

The baristas are all so friendly and the coffee never misses. Fantastic vibe! Will be my new spot :)

I always get the same drink and it's always good. The iced vanilla latte with oat milk. Despite how busy this store gets, the workers are always nice and are pretty fast! Will keep coming back! read more

Alfred is a great coffee spot in Old Town that has never failed to deliver. The cold brew is good and if you're a fan of nitro, you will not be disappointed. The flavor is bold and slightly fruity with perfectly infused nitrogen to give is a creamy smooth texture. I haven't tried any food yet but the menu looks good! The staff is friendly and efficient, and for the quality of the coffee, the prices are reasonable. Check it out! read more

Randomly stopped by when I was going to the Apple Store near by. It's a small shop with a few bar seats so you can work and outdoor seating along the alley but it's mostly a pick up and go shop. I've never been here but heard about it so I'm glad that it was along my walking route. I ended up ordering their iced vanilla latte with the cloud top, which also included some salt and cocoa powder sprinkled on top for a "tiramisu moment" which the barista mentioned. This isn't a fast coffee shop like Starbucks as they choose to craft their drink carefully. The drink was really good but I would expect it to be with the prices. I also got the feta and spinach pastry which was excellent- the croissant part was SO CRISPY but again it was pricey. Both workers were incredibly nice and the barista who took my order was super friendly and informative. Definitely stop by if you need a pick me up! Btw, parking sucks so it's definitely a place to go to if you're in the area, not somewhere to travel to as a destination. read more

Hands down my favorite coffee shop in Pasadena! Great coffee but even better staff and always good vibes. The team is exceptionally fast and friendly even during its busiest moments and the quality is always on point. read more

Great quality drinks and the staff is amazing ;) The manager miranda was really helpful. The cafe was nice and clean and the vibes were epic

Best coffee shop in Pasadena! Fast service, excellent vibes and great drinks! Will return

The staff is very friendly here! They helped me decide what to get since I was not too sure what I wanted for food and drinks. The music here was really good and the service was quick. read more

This spot is so cute. It's very minimalist, more like a grab-your-coffee-and-go, so it's not ideal for hanging out and relaxing. It's very clean and spotless, though. Service is super fast, too, and the coffee they serve is fantastic. It does make your day better! Vanilla Latte and mocha Latte, both with oat milk, are spectacular! read more

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Decent matcha, nothing too special but hit the matcha fix. Went on a Sunday afternoon so it was a little busy in the area. Space is small though, I would not come here to study, just pick up and go. read more

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One of several amazing coffee spots on Colorado boulevard. Alfred is a chain that is really well known for their vanilla latte as well as a cream top drink. I love the decor and ambiance in this spot, as well as the fact that they have matcha options for all of their drinks in addition to coffee. Service is always super friendly but this place is extremely popular so I usually find myself waiting a little bit for a drink. I think you are able to order ahead if you can call or order online to try to mitigate that delay. Parking unfortunately is difficult as with everywhere else in Old Town. Pasadena and just gets harder as they add more and more great restaurants and businesses. I usually just bike the bullet and pay the dollar or so for a hour in one of the garages. It's about the same price if you want to do street parking read more

Beautiful interior, very tiny, meant to grab your coffee and go. Staff were friendly and professional. Coffee was great, I got the maple salted latte, delish! read more

Alfred Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

My wife is always talking about this spot. We were walking around the historical Pasadena area and I thought we should check it out for ourselves. To see if this place is any good as people say. This is a bit of pretentious coffee shop. Not really my type of place. My wife opted to get a Mango Caramel Cold Brew. The description says, "When mango met caramel, the rest was magic. Mango Puree blended with out housemate vegan caramel sauce, topped with milk, cold brew coffee and cinnamon What we ordered: -Mango Caramel Cold Brew $6.50 It was alright. I wasn't a big fan of the drink, but that's what the old lady wanted. What I did like I liked the interior of the coffee shop. It kind of had this California Craftsman vibe and I really adored the stained glass. read more

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Ordered the matcha americano and I appreciated the fact that the server gave me a heads up the matcha isn't sweetened and asked if I wanted to add any sweetener to my drink. Added in some sugar free vanilla syrup and glad it gave some sweetness. Not too bitter, subtle sweetness, very easy to drink for a quick caffeine boost. read more

Alfred Coffee - Matcha Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Good matcha thats made to order -- the place is small but a chill vibe. parking's available around downtown pasadena but not dedicated to the store. the staff was super friendly and the order came out quickly! read more

Alfred Coffee - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Ugh! I didn't take a picture of my lovely vanilla latte before I poured it in my mug! It was not only pretty and appealing to the eye, it was freaking delicious! It was served hot, and the barrister was warm. I waited less than 5 minutes for my drink. The cafe is cute, welcoming and comfortable I will definitely go back UPDATE- I WENT BACK! Boost protein latte. Absolutely amazing! First time having matcha and I am hooked! read more

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As someone who LOVES matcha and has tried all of the the most popular matcha places in LA/OC, This place TAKES FIRST PLACE. The drinks are actually reasonably affordable and you get a pretty decent sized drink. The matcha flavor was perfect not sweet or bitter. I love that everything was customizable and there were plant based options! GET THE STRAWBERRY MATCHA read more

Amazing experience. Great service, fast drinks, quality you can taste, clean space! They were slammed on this random Tuesday morning? Seriously... Highschool kids, ppl in suits, tech ppl, fema????? Mustve been so busy, that fema had to get involved lol I believe the lady at the registers name was Jacky, but 5 stars for her. She was so kind and PATIENT. The group of bros before me were a tad bit annoying and asking silly questions but she handled it with grace. When I was up next, it was my first time, and I too was annoying with the questions. Not once did I feel judged or like I was annoying her. I opted for a strawberry matcha (because I love strawberries) but ultimately hated it.. womp womp... but let me make it clear that she warned me if I didn't like matcha or earthy notes I wouldn't like it. She was right and I should've listened, but soooooo many ppl were getting it, I had to follow the masses (I'm sure it's delicious to those who like matcha!!! I mean it must be when 90% of the people there had matcha lol) I went back up with my tail tucked between my legs and let Jacky know it wasn't for me and that I was gonna buy a vanilla latte instead, I mean come on, world famous! I should've started there like she recommended. Then my homegirl Jacky (cause we're absolutely bffs now) said, have you ever tried a strawberry latte? FIRST OFF... WHAT?!?!!! NEVER!!! But I had already made the mistake of not listening to her once so I said- let's do it! To my very pleasant surprise it was the best latte I've ever had HANDS DOWN!!! But like how???? Strawberry and espresso????? But it's the drink I never knew I needed and it needs to go on your signature menu!! She also did not let me pay and let me know it was on the house! I was whole heartedly ready to pay as I was the stubborn one wanting to try matcha, but she insisted and said I already paid for one drink and because I was trying her recommendation. I was seriously speechless. Not only because she genuinely took care of me, but because she didn't make me feel stupid for the whole mess I caused MID RUSH lol I was having a pretty terrible start to my day but that small act of kindness really went a long way for me. You can tell she genuinely cares about customers and listening to them. I forever an Alfred's girlie now. Thank you Jacky and Pasadena team!! You all handled whatever the hell was happening at your store with so much grace, that I felt inclined to leave this short story about my time in your place lol read more

I had no idea that Alfred coined the term, "But First Coffee." It's a phrase that many of us live by, myself included. Their signature logo is also very recognizable - the letter A with antlers on top. I don't know the significance of the antlers, but I do know that Molly Thorpe designed it. Alfred takes pride in serving innovative coffee and tea drinks. Their signature blends are roasted specifically by Stumptown Coffee Roasters, and their teas are sourced from all over the world. I stopped by the Old Town Pasadena location on my way to the gym for my morning pick me up. It was my first visit, and I wasn't sure what to order. I was about to ask for an Americano, but then I spotted the Signature Menu that listed: "World Famous Vanilla Latte." Of course I had to try it! I also noticed they had bottles of their custom vanilla bean syrup for sale as well. (Regular & Sugar Free $12.50) I requested mine with the sugar free vanilla syrup and almond milk. Amelia assisted me. She was nice and personable. She informed me that all their syrups are made in house including the lavender. The café is small & quaint with bar style seating against the window so you can people watch. There is a section with merchandise for sale in addition to grab & go items. I didn't have to wait long for my beverage, and I couldn't wait to try it. The first sip was lovely. The foam was smooth and creamy. I could taste the hint of vanilla with each sip and the brew was not bitter or overpowering. It was nicely balanced and light on the sweetness level. Next time I'll give the Lavender Latte a try. (Lavender Matcha Latte also available.) I wish they sold their lavender syrup because it would be great for cocktails. *Metered street parking and various parking lots. read more

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I don't really drink coffee but I'm hooked on their iced mocha with plant-based cloud cream

Thank you for always making me feel welcomed and remembering my order! The team is so lovely and truly always make my day.

This is my favorite coffee spot in old town. The world famous vanilla is my favorite. I need to buy that syrup for myself! It's a small shop and the lines can get long but the service has been good every time I go. The bagels are solid as well. read more

Spotless cafe coffee spot. Friendly and helpful staff. I couldn't decide on what to get. I settled on the matchaga. This is a combination of matcha and mushroom delight which is another form of coffee. I was a little underwhelmed. Not a prominent matcha taste and not creamy. I had this made iced with macadamia milk. I'll return for their signature beverage that placed them on the map. A vanilla latte. I'm sure this place has that greatness. I just need to go with their notable beverage. This is still a great place for coffee and pastry. read more

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I had a really great iced latte here. They nailed the ratio of milk to espresso, it was a bit bitter (in a good way) but refreshing, the milk didn't overwhelm me. I also like how it's conveniently located in the middle of tons of shops in DT Pasadena. My only grievance is that all the drinks are a bit pricey.. but what isn't tbh read more

I've have there matcha drinks a few times. I usually get the Alfred Boost. Today, i hit the matchaga and it was good. They use monk fruit sweetener and it impacts the taste. I like agave or honey in my matcha so yrs a bit disappointing. The bagel was good. I paid $15 for this and it was okay. The staff are chill and patient. The ambiance is welcoming for an in and out experience. read more

Alfred Coffee - Jalapeño bagel with plant base cream cheese + Matchaga - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Came here during the week. It was pretty empty. This location is small and only has a couple of seats. As soon as I walked in I was greeted by the barista. She was friendly and gave me some recommendations. I went with the strawberry matcha. I chose half the sweetened. It was really good. I would definitely return when in Pasadena. read more

After a quick afternoon of shopping in Old Towne Pasadena, my husband and I checked out Alfred Coffee for the first time on Sunday, 12/10/2023 at around 3:45 PM. It was our first time visiting the coffee shop, which def gives off hip vibez. We ordered the following: Him: Rosy Black Iced Tea w/ simple syrup - 24oz $5.00 - classic, just a sweetened iced tea. Not that rosey, kind of simple, not too impressed. Me: Iced Matcha 24oz 2x Matcha w/ whole milk - $8.75 - So after discovering matcha in Kyoto, I've been obsessed with matcha. I got this drink cus I was craving matcha on the go but literally ...this drink is almost 10 bucks and I still thought the ones I make at home tasted better lolol. - For a matcha lover, you def need to add extra matcha. It's not bitter, I think the guy said it was ceremonial grade but I didn't catch the brand. - it's decent but not amazing. Just really pricey. Customer Service: The guy who helped us was patient when he answered our questions and gave us some recs. He was so kind and actually helped me add some extra syrup when I realized I preferred my matcha drink with a bit of sugar. So yeah... I'm not sure if I'll be back. The drinks are so pricey, but I'm not quite sure the taste match(a) the prices LOL read more

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Alfred Coffee in Pasadena is a cute little spot to drop in for some coffee and breakfast eats. I ordered the iced vanilla latte which had a great taste. I also ordered the greenie bagel where I thought the price a bit steep for. Interesting mix up a 'green' ingredients. The bagel itself was OK but I think may have tasted a bit better toasted. Overall, still a good spot to go to! read more