Paid for parking nearby and decided to come here for some coffee and a bite. Service wasnt too friendly honestly but ordered the brisket breakfast burrito, the hot lavender latte, and the iced shakarato with vanilla/agave. Everything was made quickly and we sat inside. Inside is kind of dark and gloomy somehow. Not too much decor and definitely not aesthetically pleasing. Everything seemed old and run down from the tables and chairs to the walls, bathroom was messy. The coffee here is amazing and I would come back again for the coffee. Not too sweet and you can taste the espresso. The food was okay. The burrito came out rlly oily and the sauce they paired with it wasnt that good so we used their chulula bottle. I probably would pass on the food and come here just for togo coffee. read more

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Such a nice cafe that looks like they have a lot of great locals. I walked by on monday slightly before 7:30 and there seemed to be a crowd so I thought it had to be good and tried. I came here a few times since and I like their iced latte the oolong tea was a little mid but overall solid spot. read more

Copa Vida - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

Good place to grab coffee/food and get work done! I came here on a Friday afternoon and it was generally pretty easy to find a table. I ordered the Korean Chicken Wrap and a Vanilla Latte. The latte wasn't super sweet or bitter, just in the middle. The wrap was really good and the sauce on the side made it 10x better. It is a little spicy but very flavorful. Would definitely recommend this place! read more

Copa Vida - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

Great spot for getting work done. Latte was perfect, and extra hot just as I asked for. I haven't tried the food but others seemed to enjoy. I'd definitely come back. read more

Copa Vida - Latte. - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

Suuupperr busy. Thankfully, lots of seating (both indoor and outdoor), so I was able to snag a spot. Spent the day studying , and there is good free Wi-Fi and and outlets. Coffee was OK. The place feels kinda dirty (idk how to explain it, lol). read more

Such a great spot. The coffee is top tier! The service is friendly and lively. This place is perfect!

Stopped by on a Sunday for a quick coffee and post run meal. Parking is available either on the street or in a parking complex nearby. I ordered an iced honey latte and a breakfast burrito; the latte was delicious and the burrito was bigger than expected and solid. Service was quick and friendly and the overall vibe inside was chill. They have multiple seating areas and would make for a good spot to work and study if you don't mind the music (it's not super quiet). If you're around old town Pasadena and need a pick me up, I highly recommend. read more

Copa Vida - Breakfast Burrito - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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The food here is fire. it's really filling perfect if you're hungry. the salad that i got is sooo good i forgot what it was called but it had like kale, oats, turkey, and feta i believe. that thing was so good and so was the sandwich. the service is great there was a super nice barista that put heart latte art on our cups! super sweet i think her name is Felicia, someone needs to give that girl a raise bc she has great customer service. if ur gonna come here, u def gotta try the food! great place to study, or hang out. probably better to sit outdoors if you're gonna hang out tho bc there's a lot of people trying to get work done in there, the place is pretty busy. read more

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This cafe is very close to downtown Pasadena. The parking is street parking, which is to be expected. The cafe was VERY busy at the time when we visited and there were no open seats inside so we found a small table to sit at on the street. The service though was very fast! We ordered a vanilla iced latte and a chocolate chip cookie. The iced latte was good but you couldn't really get that creamy vanilla flavor we were hoping for. The cookie was super salty. They didn't advertise it sprinkled with sea salt, so we ended up taking most of the salt off since it was way too much. Overall, this cafe was okay. Like I said definitely busy. So if you're looking for more of a chill cafe this one might not be the place to go. But definitely if you're in the area give it a try! read more

Copa Vida - Iced Latte vanilla. Chocolate chip cookie. - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

Great spot for a brunch / lunch! We got here for a brunch and got the breakfast burritos - great portion and very yummy! They have a pretty big open seating area and don't miss the back section for more seating! A lot of natural light in the morning, which is a plus! If you prefer outdoor seating, they have a couple as well, take your pick! Tip: if you order a coffee or another drink, make sure to check the front when you hear your name since they won't bring drinks over to your table but they will bring food to you. read more

Copa Vida - Bacon Burrito - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

Came at 11 on a Saturday, there's lots of seats so we easily found a table for our group of 5. The food was excellent and came out quickly. We tried the bacon brekkie and new brisket breakfast burrito. Both were great. read more

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We came for brunch on a busy Thursday morning. The place was quite crowded and hard to find seating for 4 since it's self seating, but we managed to put together a couple of tables in the back. We ordered coffee, pastries, and food. The coffee came out quite quickly and the almond croissant was ok. The avocado toast was delicious and the chorizo hash was well flavored although a little spicy. read more

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We ordered the chorizo stuffed hash brown, sausage burrito, and a fruit tart. Every item was so delicious! Typically at coffee shops the coffee is very good and the food is decent. The coffee and food here were both worth stopping by. The service is warm and quick! They have lots of tables and chairs. And plenty of areas for charging. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 read more

Copa Vida - Iced Dulce de Leche, Sausage Burrito. - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Went for the matcha and it did not disappoint. Treated a friend to coffee. For a latte and matcha I paid $15. Kinda pricey considering 99% of the cup was ice. The inside was busy and loud with people working,trying friends, or just out for lunch. The trendy shop is located in old town Pasadena....so parking is tricky. It's mainly metered parking so keep that in mind. read more

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I placed an online order and arrived after the pickup time. The staff told me it'll just be a few more mins. When I arrived, there were at least 3 customers in line ordering. I was still there after everyone in the line already got their items + the other customers that were already waiting for their orders as well. Another staff member came up to me and asked me for the name of the order. I gave her my name several times as if she didn't comprehend what I said. she kept asking for my name repeatedly until I showed her my app and behold, there was my name in bold letters. She was alluding to that I didn't place the order at the correct location. A third staff member found my order. It was printed on a ticket that was on the counter behind them all along. They didn't complete my online order because they didn't have an item in stock by this time I waited for more than 15 minutes just to be told that my order was never made. The third staff member was kind enough to offer a comp for my next visit, but I was only in town for a work thing so I wasn't going to come back to take him up on his offer. now I have to fight with Uber Eats to get my refund. I ended up being late to work as a result of all of this. I wasn't even offered if I wanted to substitute said item that was out of stock. If you can't fulfill an online order, you should put the tickets somewhere visible, where all staff members can see. Otherwise you'll be gaslighting people into thinking that they didn't place the order correctly. The item that was out of stock was the decaf option. read more

I knew when I stepped in that I had been here before and I had...years ago. When you walk in, you see many people settling in for the day to get their work on. We stopped in for a quick, impromptu breakfast on a weekday and this place did not disappoint. Hubs got the chorizo burrito and I got the chorizo hash: mine felt like a deconstructed, more pricey version of the burrito. Both were good and super filling. Hubs said their drip coffee was very good but their cortado was just ok. Their honey latte was not my vibe and tasted off(?); I felt like the honey they used didn't quite offset the milk and coffee. Place was spacious and had plenty of seating. Both baristas were friendly and kind. I enjoyed Copa Vida read more

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I have been a customer for years and have always liked the location and the general atmosphere. However, in recent times, the condition of the coffee shop has become frankly abominable. Every single surface is grimy and covered with dust and dirt. Even the shelves on which their merchandise is displayed have a thick layer of dust and coffee grains. All the chairs, windowsills, walls, and even equipment are dirty. (please look at the pictures I have taken on the 8th of Jan 2026 ). I am not saying that they should buy new furniture or repaint, or anything like that, but to simply clean the place is well within everyone's reach, in my opinion. I feel like keeping the place in such a condition is disrespectful to the paying customers, who come to rest and enjoy their time, and instead see dirt everywhere they look. How the managers don't see it, I can't comprehend. Or do they see it and think it is all good enough, and the customers should be okay with this? Additionally, the condition of the place raises sanitary concerns. If the main area that customers can see is in such a state, what is going on in the kitchen? Is it even safe to eat here? Maybe it will be worth my while to file an official complaint with the Environmental Health Services Division. Basically, I would recommend avoiding the place until they adopt a different attitude to sanitation to avoid potential health issues and spoiling your mood. I feel strongly about the places where customers pay money to uphold at least the bare minimum of cleanliness and respect for their customers. read more

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Came here this past weekend after the Santa Anita 5k . My husband wanted a fast and quick breakfast place and I wanted to good coffee place. So this is the place for both. They have a variety of breakfast choices and they also have some delicious coffee. I ordered the veggie breakfast burrito and a honey latte and my husband ordered the turkey brekie sandwich and a flat white and my son ordered a grilled cheese sandwich with some kind of meat. I liked my veggie burrito just wish it had a bit more hash browns. My husband enjoyed his sandwich. I think the real star of this place for me is their coffee. I was done with mine and was still trying to clean the inside of my cup.It was that good. To bad it's to far for me to go more often. The place is pretty big and has a lot of tables to sit and enjoy your coffee or your meals. Overall this place is pretty good. read more

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Came here to read and study. It's definitely really busy here and I got lucky with finding a seat. I recommend bringing noise cancelling headphones as it can get really loud! I got their honey latte as a treat for myself. The honey flavor was there but it wasn't too sweet. read more

Copa Vida - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

Great little work/study spot with ample food choices and a decent selection of drinks. Parking is easy in the green st lot. Lots of seats here as well but fills up quickly. The seating area by the bar smells weird and wish I was able to swap seats but seats get taken quickly. read more

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LOVE THE FOOD. skip the drinks. I ordered the Iced chai, and as you can see in the picture, 3/4th of the cup was ICE. I like ice, but my drink was gone in like 5 sips. I paid like 7 dollars for my ice chai (i added syrup), which I felt was outrageous, especially since they simply use a chai concentrate from Rishi straight from the box. So I guess just save yourself some money and buy the box of RIshi chai concentrate for 7$ instead of the measly drink. Additionally, When I came in august they had pumpkin spice drinks, but now in November they do not. The food here is the real star of the show. It is consistently good. Ive had both the chipotle and korean rice bowl, and was very impressed. It is much higher caliber than youd expect any coffee shop to have! So delicious and filling. They do have a nice ambiance. This is the perfect place to come if you want to work on your laptop. They have plenty of tables. The times that ive come here the service has been just okay. The first time, the man service was very unhelpful when you tried to ask questions. The most recent time, the girl taking my order was very nice, but she spoke SO quietly i could hardly hear, Ultimately, come here if youre looking for a filling lunch and a nice place to work on your laptop. Not if you like Iced Chais. read more

Copa Vida - Chipotle Pulled Chicken Bowl (gf) and Korean Chicken Bowl - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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This is a really nice and spacious coffee shop. There were plenty of seats for the customers which is always nice. They also have free wifi so you can work or do homework. The baristas were friendly and my drink came out quick. I ordered an iced vanilla latte. It was good, I wasn't the biggest fan of the vanilla flavor but it wasn't bad either. read more

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I wanted to love this place. My boyfriend and I were checking out the film spots of the Apple TV show, Shrinking, and Copa Vida was down the street from Central Park (another film spot). Ordered an iced golden chai and it had a very strong turmeric taste (love it!) but it tasted like I was drinking turmeric milk. I also ordered a brownie (another reference to Shrinking), however, the brownie was stuck to the parchment making the eating part of this visit not so pleasing. The exterior tasted over baked. Staff were very friendly as it was a very busy Saturday afternoon. read more

Copa Vida - Iced Golden Chai. - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

I came in here after attending the Jackalope art fair because I just wanted a quick bite to eat. This is actually the first Copa Vida I've ever been to. I really liked how spacious it was inside. There are two main seating areas, one where you first come in, and a whole other area to the left, which is a separate room with a long bar. They have a free water station there, which is nice. I got a veggie breakfast burrito, which was delicious. It really hit the spot for me. Plenty of veggies in there and it came with a little salsa. I also got a strawberry matcha latte, but it wasn't very good. It tasted too watery. You could barely taste the matcha flavor and the strawberry taste did not come through until you got to the bottom. Not sure what happened there but unfortunately, it was one of the worst matcha drinks I've ever had. I was also surprised that they didn't really have anyone bussing tables. I had to sit down at a dirty table. They had someone bringing out orders but not someone cleaning, so maybe they were short-staffed that day. All in all, food was good, drink and service -- not so much. read more

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I was never big into coffee houses, but as it so happens, stopping into one on a summers day was just what I needed. I was able to try their garden of eden cold tea today and I could feel myself perk back up after braving the summer heat. I love the vibe in here and the people serving us were pretty nice. Yet another reason why I love visiting Pasadena read more

Visited this location at 9 AM today, on a Saturday, to catch up with a friend. This is the perfect time to get coffee because the line usually consists of just a few people, typically three or more. There is plenty of open seating, and the overall aesthetic is very nice and clean. Although coffee is expensive these days, I feel like this place is worth it. The staff taking my order were friendly! I saw other reviews on here mentioning different experiences. I feel like, in all things in life, every person and every experience is different. I feel lucky to have had a good experience. I also love the latte art made by the barista (see picture!). Regarding the bathroom, there is one stall for men and women, and it is clean as well. You can park across the street in the parking structure, which is affordable. It was $1 for the first hour and $2 for each additional hour. I would definitely come here more often if I lived in the area, but for now, it's the perfect place to catch up with a friend or even go out on a date! Check it out for yourself. :) read more

Copa Vida - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

This is a trendy coffee shop that offers food and coffee. This is really close to the Green St. parking structure so that's pretty convenient. This place tends to get quite busy so seating might be difficult to find. I got the Croque Madame with a side of Tomato Soup and a Golden Chai Latte. I enjoyed the Croque Madame, it was covered in sauce, a runny egg, ham, and all of this tasted delicious. I wasn't a fan of the tomato soup, it tasted a little sour for my preference. The Golden Chai Latte was perfect, especially with that touch of ginger. read more

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Love this space for a cup of coffee and a few hours studying or working at one of the back room tables, or connecting with friends over a breakfast burrito and some hot drinks. I'm a big fan of their iced vanilla latte, and though it isn't cheap, the pricing is in line with pretty much any cafe in Old Town. For me, what sets Copa Vida apart is really the ample seating and the ambiance. The few outdoor tables are nice when the weather is right (a good chunk of the year). It can definitely get a bit loud and crowded, but nothing a nice pair of noise-cancelling headphones can't fix. I'd suggest getting here close to opening on the weekends if you don't like to wait, as it fills up quickly. I've never had to wait more than 10 minutes for a seat to open up though. read more

Honestly don't understand the crazy crowds. The staff is friendly but that's about it. The place is so damn loud, especially in the morning, between the music and the crowd of people, it's impossible to just enjoy your time there. I ordered the honey latte. I didn't taste any honey, and it was hardly sweet to even consider this a "honey" drink. read more

Needed breakfast and a coffee so stopped by. Had their regular coffee and their chai tea. You can tell everything is homemade which is great. The coffee was more on the bitter side which we were ambivalent on but just wanted to put it out there. The food here was great and gratuitous in size! Honestly it's all the perfect type of food you want post hangover. The chorizo hash was super large and the salsa was tremendously flavorful. Their focaccia bread on the side was to die for. Their egg brekkie sandwich was good as well. They also had pastries so we got their Nutella croissant. 15/10. This is the perfect place to work at throughout the day with plenty of seating and chill vibes. The service was quick too which was great. We went early on a Sunday so there was plenty of street parking. read more

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Yummy food! Great coffee! Nice location, two rooms. Sometimes can be hard to find a seat read more

Copa Vida - French Toast Chilaquiles. - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Solo love story: Me, myself and I. Now without further ado let's begin this morning cafe review. Copa Vida is a corner artisanal coffee shop in Old Pasadena, that also offers tea and food. What I like about this coffee shop is their bright and airy interiors which highlight their beautiful exposed brick walls. Furthermore, it's huge space was so impressive that they have an honor bar, espresso bar, and slow bar. I came here, as a first time customer, on an early Sunday morning to have some breakfast. I was warmly greeted by a female barista. I ordered a Classic Avocado toast with eggs and hot Jasmine GreenTea. I enjoyed both of them. Service was on point. Staff were professional. Prices seem fair. Street parking only. Overall, I enjoyed my dine-in experience, food/drink and atmosphere. read more

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Quick service and they are open for an evening beverage. The have many tables for indoor or outdoor seating. During the evening it has a nice quiet ambiance. Most of their guests are catching up with friends or family. Matcha Latte (Hot)- 8/10 I asked for honey to be added and after I drove off I took a sip to realize it was just matcha and milk. Shakerato- 9/10 Ask for this beverage to be poured out with its ice and maybe sweetened just a bit more. I also added a dash of almond milk. read more

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We were hunting for a coffee shop with good food in Pasadena and we settled on this cute cafe just off the main strip. Couldn't be happier with our decision. The coffee satisfied our caffeine craving but the star was the vegan eats we chose. I would absolutely go back for the vegan breakfast sandwich. That was the best breakfast sammy I've had in a long time...meat or plant-based. Impossible patty AND a thick slice of tofu (medium density). Perfect texture for the dish. And that bun...so soft and airy. I could not stop talking about it. We also had the roasted tomato and avocado toast. It was a perfect compliment to the breakfast sammy. I cannot wait to go back! read more

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I have only come here for their breakfast burritos and so far I'm loving it. Service is courteous. Their pastry case looks really good, so I'll be trying that next. Next on my list is their chai latte. It's really hard to find a legit chai latte in town so I'm hoping for the best. If they come through for me, it's going to be five stars, baby! read more

Food is fine but the cleanliness is not okay. Restroom smells so bad and is in poor shape enough to not make someone come back to an eating/ dining establishment read more

Coffee and pastries are decent. We came here on a Saturday morning and ordered a butter croissant, everything but the bagel croissant, honey latte, and cold brew. If you order any of the pastries, definitely ask for it to be heated up otherwise it's just soft. I learned my lesson and my butter croissant had none of that crunch you expect from the outer layer of a croissant. I brought the everything but the bagel croissant home though, reheated it in an air fryer before eating, and it was significantly better. The honey latte was good but my husband didn't like his cold brew and found it super acidic and weirdly sour? Idk lol. Maybe we need to come back another time and try the food! read more

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They say that people won't remember what you said or what you did, but will remember how you made them feel. Well, it's been months since I went here and I can't remember what was said or done, but I do remember the way I felt. And it wasn't great. Sometimes when there are nicks in the plates that you are served food on, it is because the place has character. But for some reason, at Copa Vida it gives off the feeling that they are trying too hard. It just doesn't fit the ambience. When you order toast, you expect that the plates won't be as cold as ice. But for some odd reason, they were colder than a glacier on the south pole, if that's even possible? I guess it is. To top off the abominable vibe, the items are overpriced for what you get. The iced mocha I had tasted way too watered down. You'd think being a coffee shop they would know better, right? Apparently, they did not. Copa Vida is Spanish for Cup of Life. The sad thing is there's not much life here. Or at least there wasn't when I went there. Kate Galvin said that if something doesn't grow, then it rots. Well, I hope that isn't the case with this place. There is a lot of potential to grow, but sadly, Kate is right; because if they don't grow, then their cup will not be the one with life, but the one that has rotted. read more

Copa Vida - Iced mocha - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I haven't spent much time in Old Pasadena before, but I met up with some friends for a Sunday brunch and was really impressed! The menu may not look that special at first glance but the quality of the food really surprised me. You order at the counter, take a number, and find a table. We ordered the Croque Madame, Chorizo Egg Hash, and Turkish eggs and toasted foccacia. I had the Turkish eggs as well as the seasonal Mango Garden of Eden Spritzer to cool off on a hot day. The Turkish eggs REALLY surprised me. I wasn't expecting the focaccia to be so fluffy and for the dish to be this flavorful. The poached eggs were perfectly cooked and all the flavors really melded perfectly. This was probably some of the best bread I've had recently. It didn't look like much at first glance, but I would definitely order this again. The spritzer was very refreshing, perfect for the 100-degree weather. It wasn't too sweet, and you could taste the herbs. A little over priced in my opinion, but brunch is brunch! Parking is street parking. You can either pay for street parking or there is a garage one block down. I also saw a ton of people studying here. read more

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The coffee here was solid but it does not take 30 minutes to get a cappuccino out. I understand Sunday mornings are busier than other times of the week but 30 minutes is pretty excessive. They do have cafe style food and they have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Street parking only. read more