The boba here is really good! My favorite is the Thai tea boba ice cream it's so flavorful and…read moredefinitely something I would come back for. I've actually been here a couple of times because I enjoyed it so much. It is a little on the pricier side, but the portions are good and the service is great and really fast. If you're a fan of Thai tea and boba, I definitely recommend trying the Thai tea boba ice cream! The ambiance was really nice and welcoming. Everything was organized, very clean, and nicely decorated. The space felt well maintained and had a cute, inviting atmosphere that made it a nice place to stop and enjoy your boba

I liked it. Had a craving for some soft serve and this hit the spot. Bright interior with only a…read moresmall bench on the side to seat a couple people. There's also a small bench outside. So it's more of a stand and eat or to-go option. I got the Thai Tea/Milk swirl. It was good! They also have some drinks and cookies. If you're looking for a lighter sweet treat this is definitely a good spot. Service was good. Friendly staff. Street parking up and down the block.

Kinrose Creamery was a fun spot for unique ice cream flavors! My friend and I tried their Pistachio…read moreKonafa with a Chocolate Shell flavor along with their Sheer Arroz flavor in their duo scoop. The pistachio konafa was rich, nutty, and had a great crunchy, especially with the chocolate shell adding extra fun texture and a layer of sweetness. The sheer arroz was creamy and fragrant with a subtly spiced flavor that felt unique compared to typical ice cream flavors. Worth checking out for their different flavors!

Stopped by this location because they were doing a collab for a perfume line. I had the pleasure to…read moretry their "true loves cake" flavor that has pieces of cake, rose and pistachios in it. I must say the iced cream was too busy for me and didn't need much added as the base ice cream flavor was good. I noticed they had a lot of great flavors and some popular ones I'm excited to try next go round. The place is small with few seats inside but they had additional seating outside. Staff were friendly and I loved the vibe. You do have to pay for parking, but there's aplenty of spaces to park. Cannot wait to be in Pasadena again to try this place again.

Oakobing in Pasadena is a great location to visit, especially during this extremely hot weather!…read moreNothing beats a refreshing bowl of Korean shaved ice. It's cold, refreshing, sweet, and ideal for sharing with family and friends. Definitely a great little respite from the Pasadena heat! If you're searching for something cool on a hot afternoon, Oakobing is an excellent place to go.

Wanted something sweet, so we came here for some Korean shaved ice. This place did not dispoint…read more Their AC was running really well, it was a nice place to cool off. I liked that their pricing for shaved ice made sense and that the latte was unique with a texture that was not watery and syrupy. I appreciate that the flavor of the mango is subtle yet present throughout the shaved ice. We got mochi and some condensed milk alongside with it, it made the texture turn creamier when adding in the milk, almost like ice cream but less guilty. The latte, oh man this is what separates DIY lattes at home from going out to buy them. It's unique, haven't quite had something like this before, would need to try the other flavors when I get a chance. Stay cool and have some shaved ice!

I've been wanting to try this place, and I'm so glad I finally did!…read more I ordered the Egg Heaven and the Iced Honeycomb Latte. The Egg Heaven was honestly one of the best egg sandwiches I've ever had. The flavors were light but still incredibly satisfying. The bread was perfectly toasted, and the egg salad was seasoned so well that every bite was delicious. It was also definitely worth the price, it came with three pieces, which was more than enough to share between two people. The Iced Honeycomb Latte was just as good. It doesn't come sweetened at first, but as the dalgona slowly melts into the coffee, it adds the perfect amount of sweetness. If you prefer your coffee less sweet, you can always ask for less dalgona. On top of the great food and drinks, the staff was incredibly friendly. Since it was my first visit, she gave us great recommendations and helpful feedback on what to order, which made the experience even better. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu!

The Japanese egg heaven sandwich was delicious- creamy, with chunks of soft boiled egg on their…read moreyummy pillowy soft bread.... It was heaven alright! Love the packaging that it comes in!!!! The musubiyaki was served hot, and was very fulfilling indeed! Their chiffon cakes are worth a try as well!!!! The mangomisu, a seasonal item, was great!!!! Big pieces of mango, light mascarpone filling, and spongy cake made this dessert so worthwhile! I also got the sunny side up and strawberry shortcake!!!! I really wanted to try all so for sure I will be back. Next time, I'm passing on the matcha drinks. Tried the matcha latte with mango and the banana matcha, both of which I found to be lackluster.

Loved the saltiness, creaminess, and sweetness of the classic…read more Small cafe where you order from kiosks and wait to be called. I shared 2 large cheesecake pancakes as a group of three and it was plenty.

Motto Tea Cafe was alright. I walked in and was greeted by 2 ordering kiosks. The pastries were…read moreyummy, but I wasn't too crazy about the drinks. I ordered a matcha coco jasmine tea and I found that the jasmine flavor completely took over. The oolong peach crepe cake was yummy! It had little peach chunks throughout. Good oolong/peach flavor was light, airy, and slightly sweet. The black sesame chiffon roll was also light and subtly sweet with a nice nutty flavor. The cafe itself was pretty small with 3 small tables, 1 big table, and bar seatings with charging ports. The bathroom was closed and it was really warm inside. I couldn't see myself studying or staying too long, which may be for the best since parking is tricky and street parking has a 2 hour limit. An okay experience, but I don't see myself coming back.

Trying this French spot for brunch in Pasadena for the first time, and everything was SO good!…read more We tried the breakfast croissant, Croque Monsieur, home fries, and the absolute star of the day: their crème brûlée French toast! And of course, the cappuccinos were the perfect addition. I also loved the super retro décor throughout the restaurant--and even the bathroom has that fun vintage vibe! Such a cute spot with delicious food and a great atmosphere. Definitely a brunch experience worth trying! and last but not least we took home some pastries to try it later

Ambiance: cute. Highlight of the place…read more Food: average. Lacking in flavor Drinks: average Service: friendly and prompt Overall impression: fun little spot. Wouldn't really recommend for a tasty lunch but maybe for a light baked good snack

service and food 10/10 delicious peach cobbler and red…read morevelvet cake. will most definitely return !

Sweet Red Peach is cake heaven! A southern style bakery, they serve up a variety of delectable…read moredesserts, including the best red velvet cake in SGV. I originally stopped by to pick up their famous cinnamon roll, which made the lists for top 10 cinnamon rolls in LA County. Unfortunately, they didn't have any cinnamon rolls the two times I stopped by. (I think it had something to do with how their AC is currently out and awaiting repairs). Not wanting to leave empty handed, I decided to get a few slices of cake instead. And boy am I glad I did! So far I've tried their red velvet cake, vanilla cake with strawberry frosting, and a seasonal strawberry cake. The cakes were all rich and on the denser side, and were a cross between moist and crumbly. Each cake also paired exceptionally well with the velvety thick frosting. So the backup plan was a rousing success, as all three cake slices were fabulously indulgent and the perfect treat. ****************** My Ratings: 1 Star: Terrible; just thinking about it makes me angry. 2 Stars: Wasn't a fan so Not likely to return. 3 Stars: Meh. Average. Might return if others drag me. 4 Stars: Yum! Likely to return. 5 Stars: Amazing! Would plan my day around it.

Service was great. Bought a small spread of little cakes for a birthday lunch. The cakes tasted…read morereally good and was refreshing

I found out about this bakery back in 2023 ish. The pastries are good one of the best in the…read morePasadena area. But the drinks are just not it or aren't trained correctly. One time we ordered an ice coffee and taste delicious, the next time we ordered it tasted like chocolate milk. Overall pretty good service here. And the place is a cute hang out spot for desserts or brunch with friends.

My absolute favorite ice cream spot. There are not a lot of seats, small area, and definitely feels…read morelike "to-go" ordering but that's not too bad in the heart of Downtown Pasadena. The staff is always friendly and they do sell lactose pills/chocolates for those who need it. Favroties: Ube Crunch, Pandan Tres Leches, and Alfajor.

This location of Wanderlust Creamery is located in Pasadena. With another dessert shop nearby being…read moretoo crowded, my cousin and I came here. They seem to share the storefront with some other businesses, but there were some empty spaces. They had some limited high tops along the front window and one table. However it was really hot where we were sitting for an ice cream shop. Noah helped us with our order and she was super friendly. She was very gracious about offering us samples and telling us about the ice cream shop. So Wanderlust is inspired by global flavors, so you'll see unique flavors here. My cousin and I were pretty full from dinner so we decided to get the Tasting Trio ($6.50). We were told that these would be smaller scoops of each but you get to enjoy the variety, which was perfect for us. We opted for the Kinder, Ube Malted Crunch, and Japanese Neapolitan. This in itself was a nice mix of matcha, Sakura or Japanese cherry blossoms, and Hokkaido milk. All of the flavors were mild and not too sweet. I think my favorite was the Japanese Neapolitan. To be honest I was less excited by my experience with the Irvine location, but the flavors I tried here were much better. My cousin and I had a nice treat. It would have been a tad more enjoyable if it wasn't so hot here.

Coworkers picked up the drinks and i forgot to take a picture because i was busy. I got the milk…read moretea and it was interesting because it kinda tasted smokey. It mightve been the evaporated milk that changed the taste. The mango passion tea was really good. I definitely prefer the tea. They also have these cute little boba key chains for sale.

This place was just ok. I saw taro Oreo brulee on the menu, which drew us in…read more The place was quiet and there were no other customers. The floors and table were quite sticky. We ordered the taro Oreo brulee, popcorn chicken rice bowl, and Nutella taiyaki. Taro Oreo brulee: we ordered 100% sweetness but it just tasted like milk with a *hint* of taro. We added boba and cheese foam. They forgot the boba, which the worker added after we asked, but I'm pretty sure they forgot the cheese foam too because I didn't taste any. But at that point I didn't want to ask for him to add it. Popcorn chicken: surprisingly good. Crispy chicken with fluffy white rice. Nutella taiyaki: pretty standard/what you'd expect; nothing special. My toddler enjoyed it. In total we spent $33+ tip, but sadly I don't think it was worth it