Im not a breakfast food person, but I dream of going back…read more The place is small, but gorgeous. French salon meets art museum, along with classical music, good food and attentive service. I absolutely loved this place.

Russell's has been serving hearty breakfasts in Old Town Pasadena since 1930. My brother loved to…read morecome here but I've never been until recently. The décor is a little more upscale than your typical diner, and the menu features American-French cuisine. My friend and I were seated in a booth in the back. I was happy to see a variety of Champagne cocktails on the menu instead of just the standard mimosa. We opted for the Kir Royale and each ordered a side of fruit because we didn't want anything heavy. The Kir Royale was perfect and the fruit was fresh and sweet. Our server was a very nice lady. My friend and I enjoyed our light breakfast and our conversation since we hadn't seen each other in a while. Side note: This place is very popular so a 90-minute dining limit is enforced. *Adjacent parking garage.

Came for brunch and the size of all the dishes is great for what you pay for!…read moreI got the bacon jam burger and it was a pretty standard burger, but I loved the combo w their tangy salad and crispy potato. The store itself was also very pretty inside and staff was great. Good place to hang out and catch up with friends.

Ordered Doordash and my order arrived in less than an hour, which was pretty fast!…read more Menu had a good variety of burgers, benedicts, French toast, sandwiches, etc. Pricing was a little pricey but not too unreasonable. Expect to pay $20+ for most of the dishes Ordered the Avocado Benedict ($20.95) and it consisted of 2 egg muffins, topped with a poached egg, avocado, and ham, as well as a garden salad and country fried potatoes. One of the eggs arrived destroyed so it was already runny and the other one was a little overcooked so it wasn't perfectly poached as I was expecting but it wasn't too big of a deal. The ham was a little dry and salty but the avocado was very delicious and fresh. The egg muffin was quite cold and dry so it wasn't too enjoyable. The garden salad was pretty basic and just had some greens, corn, and tomatoes so nothing too special. The potatoes arrived cold, dry and slightly crunchy. It was extremely salty so it was hard to enjoy Overall, I thought the food was a little pricey and underwhelming unfortunately.

This place is delicious! They have a full vegan menu with lots of gluten-free options included! I…read morehadn't had gluten-free pancakes in so long and boy was my craving satisfied! Yum! Please note that this is probably the busiest breakfast spot in Pasadena, so arrive earlier in the morning or later in the afternoon if you're trying to get in sooner. What's really helpful is if you join the 'Yelp wait list' to see where you stand in line. The staff is exceptionally friendly. You will not be disappointed by this place!

Stopped by Millie's Cafe and overall had a solid experience. The portions are definitely on the…read morebigger side, which is always a plus, though the food itself was just okay. We ordered the country fried steak and the chicken & waffles benedict--the benedict was pretty decent and satisfying, but the country fried steak was a bit bland and could've used more flavor. The Blueberry Oat Matcha wasn't overly sweet, which I really liked--it had a nice balance. Service was great--our servers were attentive and helpful throughout. Just a heads up, it gets packed pretty quickly, so I'd recommend going early. I'd come back to try their chilaquiles next time.

I was so lucky to find this place after searching relentlessly for a coffee shop with Wi-Fi in…read morePasadena. I went to the Starbucks on fair Oaks (only outdoor seating, no outlets), that really fun one on Raymond, and I walked around for about an hour before I found Copa Vida in downtown. They had amazing coffee, outlets, Wi-Fi, and really wonderful personalities. I loved their service and I definitely had to give them a shout out. Their patrons are just as friendly. I would come back here anytime, it's like a family with really good quality, service and food

This is the best shop I know of…read more Energetic, friendly staff who know and care about their product, great cold brew, the atmosphere is alive but never overwhelming. And now their smash burger is the best local cheeseburger.

A total gem with delicious food because of high quality ingredients. Breakfast burrito has potatoes…read moreand avo in it and the tortilla is grilled so it's crispy. Mouthwatering satisfaction!!! And the aioli dip is a great match. I had my doubts coming here because it looked like a regular boring diner but it's exceptional in the freshness. The breakfast sando is also on quality toast with both ham and bacon; the whole sandwich is well balanced with all the ingredients. Kids meal options are also great. Got a breakfast burrito for the kid and it comes with a lot of fruit which the kid loved. This is a special place! It's not super spacious and often packed, so come prepared! Counter order and then the staff brings plates to your table. There's outdoor swating. Restaurant is located on the 2nd floor of a plaza. So unassuming. Parking is off Mentor, up a ramp, if you're lucky.

Date of visit: May 8, 2026…read more Selections: Lechera Waffle Chilaquiles Verdes Experience: I was craving waffles and decided to give this place a try after scrolling through the DoorDash app. This place drew me in because they offered chilaquiles too, so I got an order of lechera waffles and their chilaquiles verdes. The delivery took about 50 minutes to get to me after ordering and I was a bit nervous about how soggy both would be, especially the chilaquiles since I like when the chips are mostly hard still. I was pleasantly surprised and thankful that the salsa for the chilaquiles came on the side and though the waffle wasn't as crispy as I thought it would be, it was thick and fluffy and tasted great with the toppings. The salsa for the chilaquiles had a kick to them that I enjoyed and it went great with the cheese, red onions, and sunny side egg that came with it. I definitely would want to check this place out in person and try their other options as well!

Came to Nick's for lunch and had such a great experience from start to finish. I've been here…read morebefore, and every time the service and food are consistently amazing. This visit was no different! Our server, David, was incredibly attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. You can really tell when someone genuinely cares about giving great service, and he definitely did. The food was sooo good!! everything we tried was delicious. Every dish came out fresh, flavorful, and exceeded expectations. It's one of those places where you end up talking about the food long after you leave because it was that good. What really made this visit extra special was the thoughtful birthday surprise they did for me. They brought out a birthday dessert along with a card signed by all of the workers, which I thought was such a unique and personal touch. Little things like that really make a place stand out and make the experience feel memorable instead of just another lunch outing. Overall, such a great atmosphere, amazing food, and service. Definitely one of my favorite spots and I'll absolutely keep coming back. Huge thank you again to David and the team for making the lunch feel so special!

Saw this restaurant on Yelp and booked a reservation for Mother's Day brunch. Since it was on a…read moreSunday, parking was free. I was very surprised the whole place looked very fancy, yet the prices were very, very reasonable. Our server, Giovanni, went above and beyond. Top-notch service overall. We were very happy with our experience and would highly recommend this place!

Delicious food and great service. Refreshing atmosphere. Will definitely be back. Great bakery tooread more

really good their breakfast croissant was amazing and a good size. i also tired their matcha latte…read moreand was very good too!

One of my favorite brunch spots in Pasadena. I ordered the…read moreavocado toast and the croque monsieur, and both were delicious. Definitely a place I keep coming back to.

"Prepared every morning" but NOT "cooked to order" as your staff repeatedly mentioned that they…read morecould not remove the ham as everything is "pre-assembled." Leaving no option for the customer to make changes... thus NOT cooked to order As I mentioned in my review, the coffee was NOT fulfilled as requested because your staff ran out of an ingredient for the coffee and didn't bother to tell us. I don't know what "candy" you're on about... Here's some constructive criticism - I recommend you take your time and read reviews carefully My review is not inaccurate because it is based off MY experience and to me it SEEMED that the food was not fresh if your staff can't assemble bread, cheese, ham, and an egg on the fly.

Great simple diner! Service is very friendly and fast, solid food all around, and a buzzing…read moreatmosphere. Putting into my rotation of local spots for breakfast. Get a side of banana bread to go.

As someone with Celiac disease, I try very hard to ask questions kindly and respectfully when…read moredining out because cross contamination can make me seriously ill. Unfortunately, this was a really disappointing experience. The woman taking our order did not seem to know what Celiac disease or gluten even was, and became visibly annoyed when I asked basic questions about food preparation and cross contamination. When I asked about the prep station and whether gloves or utensils could be changed, she refused to ask the cooks. From what I was told, nearly everything shares the same grill. The only item that might potentially be safe would be eggs cooked in a separate pan, but without changing gloves or utensils, even that would not actually be safe for someone with Celiac disease. I ended up not eating at all. I actually left my party and waited in the car because I wanted to cry. It was embarrassing and honestly heartbreaking to feel like asking questions to protect my health was treated like an inconvenience. I completely understand not every restaurant can accommodate Celiac, but kindness, honesty, and basic understanding go a long way. I hope the staff can receive better education about food allergies and cross contamination in the future.

Come for the delicious brunch menu!! The bone broth pho is a must. It was so delicious I wish I had…read moremore room in my stomach to finish the last bits of it. So flavorful and savory. Perfect for a cold rainy day. Friend got the steak and eggs. It came out on a sizzling platter and was juicy upon cutting into it. Flavors were also delicious as well. Can't wait to try other things on the menu.

Made a reservation for 6:30 on a Friday night and were seated immediately. The inside is not huge,…read morebut the vibes are immaculate and feel super cozy. Our server was also so nice and even itemized and split the bill for us, which I always appreciate with group dinners. Also worth noting, they have a no tipping policy because there is an automatic 20% service fee, but they fully disclose that upfront so there are no surprises. I got the bone broth with noodles because the broth looked way too good to pass up, and honestly... the broth absolutely lived up to the hype. So rich, flavorful, and exactly the kind of thing I wanted to keep drinking forever. The actual noodles and beef were a little underwhelming though. At one point the noodles kind of gave instant noodle vibes, which felt like a missed opportunity because the broth deserved better. I almost wish there were different noodle options or honestly just less noodles because I mostly just wanted to sip the broth. We also tried the ube gnocchi, which sounded amazing in theory, but it ended up being a little too creamy for me and I did not get as much ube flavor as I was hoping for. The real standout besides that incredible broth was the chicken wings. So crispy, so tender, and ridiculously flavorful. Absolutely would order those again.