There's something undeniably special about Little Flower -- the kind of place that feels stitched into the emotional fabric of a neighborhood. The light pours in softly, the pastries somehow always taste nostalgic, and everything carries that rare feeling of being made with actual care. It's one of those spaces where time slows down a little: parents lingering over coffee, friends catching up over tartines, someone quietly reading in the corner while the smell of fresh bread fills the room. The food is consistently beautiful -- comforting without being heavy, thoughtful without trying too hard. You can feel the intention behind the ingredients and the atmosphere alike. It has the warmth of an old California café that's become part of people's routines and memories over the years. The only thing that occasionally breaks the spell is the service. While never outright rude, the staff can sometimes feel moody, curt, or disconnected, which stands out against how welcoming the space itself wants to feel. A little more warmth, attentiveness, or better communication skills would go a long way in making the experience match the heart of the café itself. Still, even with that inconsistency, Little Flower remains one of those places you keep coming back to -- not just for the food, but for the feeling. read more

Best caramels ever! So insane better than any you've ever tasted. Also love their regular menu and the quaint mom and pop shop locals feel they've cultivated. Service is always quick and well done! read more

It pains me to write this because this place is cute and the pastries and brunch/lunch dishes have always been delicious, but the service and wait time here is consistently a disaster. There's never enough menus to go around while waiting to order. As a nice gesture, I let those behind me have our menu after we had decided and described the dish I wanted to the women working the counter. This dish was written on their menu by name, a melon prosciutto bowl, but she was very confused and eventually keyed in a prosciutto scramble which was not what I wanted and not listed anywhere on their menu (I double checked). There's not many tables, and nobody seems to clear them with any urgency even though there are always many people waiting to sit down. The last three times I have been there, the food took at least 30-40 minutes to come out after ordering, which is insane for a counter service cafe with a dozen tables. Any time I've asked how much longer on our food, the staff is very dismissive and rude and just barks 'we're busy!' .... OK? You're literally ALWAYS busy, is there not any way you can plan or staff for this in advance? The food runners always seem confused about what food is going where and are inconsistent with bringing silverware. The cherry on top of this last visit is that the rest of my party got their food (again, after about 35 minutes), with a promise that my dish was 'on its way'. We waited ten minutes before approaching the hostile staff at the counter to find... my dish, the scramble that I didn't even order and wasn't on their menu, had been sitting already made for the whole ten minutes. Nobody thought to grab it and deliver it, and when we asked about the dish and wait, were met with hostile shrugs and blank stares. Again, the food is delicious, but I won't be back until they fix their disastrous service and attitude. read more

Updating my review of this delightful spot. I've been here several times with a local friend over the past ten+ years and it's never less than scrumptious and good for the soul. The caramels: chef's kiss. The baked goods: gorgeous, delicious, and nourishing. This last visit, I got a kind of cold, spicy noodle salad and it was fantastic. Eating it in the sun was what I needed at that moment. I also went home with a packet of giant, sugar-dusted vanilla marshmallows for my child. They weee a hit chopped into pieces and added to hot chocolate. I've also bought gifts and beautiful Christmas ornaments over the years. Long may this spot flourish and provide solace to those who find it. read more

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Absolutely love the ham and butter sandwich...the bread is amazing! I also had a dirty chai and that was really good. The only reason for 4 stars and not 5, is that the service is always indifferent. It seems as though they don't really care that you are there, and you are just a number. It wasn't busy when I was there...and I've been a few times and it always seems this way. Great food, though, and relatively quick service. read more

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Absolutely love this shop, Little Flower. The owner, Christine was a treasure and her shop really serves the whole community. Whether you're looking for delicious baked goods or shopping for the perfect gift, there's trinkets and unique cafe offerings to choose from. I love ther sea salt and vanilla caramels. They melt in your mouth and are the perfect favor gifts. Highly recommend if you haven't checked out this corner of Pasadena. read more

I can understand the hype behind this place. It's really good but the bread is everything here. I thought it was baked to a nice crisp with the crust while the inside is nice and chewy for my sourdough. The portion is also very filling. Note this place is very small relative to the large amount of people that seem to be visit here, so plan to take to-go as an alternative if you can't get a seat. There is some parking in the back but also gets busy. read more

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Want to give a shout out to a place that packs so much flavor and goodness regardless of their "Little" name. Expect a line if you arrive at peak hours, but nonetheless the service is top notch nice! The espressos pack a balance between energy and flavor; and the pastries -- ridiculous -- they're all delicious. Merch may be over stimulating at first but there's an array of great gifts to choose from just in case... you know... If you have time, sit back and enjoy your meal in the patio and feel the magic :) read more

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Truly a neighborhood gem! Not only are the food and drink options to die for, but their little cafe store has so many great goodies too. The entire store/cafe has such a whimsical, wholesome vibe to it. And the staff are super sweet and welcoming too! Whether you're looking for a quick bite to eat in or take out, or a little something for a gift, this cafe is the spot to try. read more

I have been trying French Ham sandwiches all over trying to recreate what I had years ago in France. A slightly crisp baguette on outside, fluffy on inside, French ham, and French butter. Simple but delicious. Bouchon makes something similar, but they have to heat it up for it to taste tender and not dry. Nothing else really tasted right. Well, Little Flower hit the mark with a proper sandwich that doesn't have to be heated for it to taste authentic and tender. Pleasantly surprised. read more

It's so hard to find a good bakery, but Little Flower is a gem hidden well within Pasadena. They specialize in their bread, and they serve a delicious breakfast biscuit. They offer both breakfast items as well as lunch sandwich, sandwiches, hot, and cold. Coffees are decently priced, and also decent in taste. I was actually pleasantly surprised for a spot that doesn't specialize in coffee. I highly recommend the breakfast items and their bread items. Their croissants are decent and lunch sandwiches are also decent, though sometimes lacking in condiments/toppings. Ambience is very warm and homey. They sell candles books, specialty food items, including a delicious butter from France. There's seating both indoors and outdoors at this casual establishment. Service is friendly. read more

Their pastries are so delicious and soft! Their coffee is really good as well. It does get busy but very well worth the wait. read more

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Arrived on a Saturday morning and people were waiting before they were officially open. It's a small shop with mostly,if not all, outdoor seating. There's a parking lot on the side/in the back and there's also plenty of street parking. Only got to try the cranberry orange scone for my visit but it was delicious. Crisp on the outside and soft and moist on the inside. Wasn't too sweet, not too much glaze, it was perfect. I appreciated the whole cranberries inside too. read more

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I never go to pasadena, unless it's court ordered. However, since I heard of this place from Conan's podcast, my assistant frequently picks up pastries for our meetings and we love it. Stuff is amazing and their home made pastries are delicious. 10/10 read more

Food is decent but the service could use a lot of work. My sister, mom, and I went out for brunch at little flower this past Sunday. This place is my sister's favorite brunch spot so I was looking forward to this visit. We got our food and my sister asked for some black pepper but the lady who brought us our food gave us SO much attitude and said it's in the front. I get that you're busy on a Sunday morning but you don't need to be so rude to the point of making us feel like we don't ever want to go back. It's unfortunate because I'm a firm believer of starting your morning off on a good note, especially on the weekends but this visit really made it difficult to do that. I personally won't ever be coming back because the food isn't worth the hassle of the long lines of this restaurant plus the rude encounter we experienced but I can't say the same for my sister. Maybe she'll still go back or maybe she won't? Not sure... read more

Nice places with lots of yummy guilty pleasure to indulge, just wish the parking it's easier around the area. Nice little park right next door after a good brunch, would come back for sure read more

Little Flower is such a cool little coffee shop with tons of charm and personality. It's an easy, relaxed place with great vibes and that welcoming neighborhood feel. Perfect for grabbing coffee and hanging out. My personal highlight was randomly running into a celebrity from one of my favorite shows which just added to the fun experience. Definitely a spot worth visiting." read more

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A true diamond in the rough. Quaint and adorable interior. Lots of cute things in the store. The food made with the best recipes make anyone fall on love with this little restaurant. Outstanding food. Workers are all so adorable and hard working. Just going once and you will be back again and again. read more

A need for post run coffee and breakfast brought us to Little Flower. Cute, almost hidden little cafe that offers so much more than you'd think. We walked in and were surprised to see shelves and displays full of candies, Christmas decor (all 50% off right now), teas, coffee, pottery, snacks, seasoning, books, kids' items and so much more. At the counter you can find baked items, prepared meals, and canned drinks for sale. I would never have lot there would be so many options. The staff was super friendly. We placed our order and waited to the side. We realized quickly this cafe was crazy popular. Indoor and outdoor seating areas were full and there was a constant steady flow of customers in line and picking up orders to go. Our items were presented to us in white paper bags and we were off to enjoy them at home. What we ordered: - Hot Vanilla Latte with almond milk (it was ok. would have liked a stronger espresso) - Breakfast sandwich (loved the caramelized onions. something other than sliced toasted wheat would have elevated the sandwich) - Egg and bacon burrito (very tasty. decent portion size) -Vanilla Caramel Bread Pudding (massive piece of vanilla bread pudding smothered in a ridiculous amount of gooey caramel sauce. so freaking good. might take us a couple days to finish it) Will be back next time we are running at the Rose Bowl. So many yummy items we want to try. read more

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Little Flower Cafe has been a hub of the community for 17 years. I had not been there for a number of years (and never dined in)... After hearing that Little Flower has been feeding those who've lost everything in the devastating Eaton Wildfire disaster, as well as first responders, fire fighters, etc., I really wanted to go and support. We went for breakfast on a weekday, and were able to sit inside where there are about 5 small tables next to the window. There is also outdoor seating on the front patio. Interior is cozy, bright and cheerful. Service is friendly and efficient. I ordered at the counter, and they brought our order to the table. My Mom had the Breakfast Bowl--- White bean, sausage, baby kale, fennel, onion, lemon dressing, pistou with poached egg. I had the Veggie Bagel - Cream cheese, mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, avocado, red pepper & carrot on a toasted everything bagel. Everything was great! The bagel had a lot of greens, and I wish it had some dressing, as it was dry. But we enjoyed our breakfast. My Mom got a small to-go box to take some of her Breakfast Bowl home. I was going to get some cookies to take home, but the line was too long. It was bustling, and great to see both indoors and outdoor patio full with customers. I was able to find street parking right in front of the cafe. Recommended. You can follow them on Instagram: @little_flower_cafe read more

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Unassuming coffee shop/breakfast spot along the busy street of Colorado. The inside of the shop is quirky, filled with easter decorations and bunnies and random colorful trinkets. I got an iced vanilla latte which was really good. Not a lot of space to sit down so I took my coffee to the park next block. What makes it really special here is the service. My first time coming here but I love how everybody knows everyone. Will definitely come back and try their breakfast offerings. read more

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I'm giving Little Flower Candy Company's café 3 stars based on its charming location, friendly staff, sweet treats, and cozy ambiance. I picked up a few items to go: the French butter and ham sandwich, their signature caramels, and the chocolate bread pudding. The caramels were perfectly salty and delicious, and the bread pudding was a rich, generous serving--definitely the highlight. The sandwich, however, was meh--small, with lackluster French bread and no cornichons. Tasted and felt like a miss. The staff was kind and helpful. The space itself is quaint but very small for the crowd it draws, so consider takeout if seating is tight. There's limited parking in the back, but it fills up fast. Tucked away on a quieter stretch of Colorado Blvd, Little Flower is easy to miss--but worth a stop if you're in the area and craving sweets. read more

The first few times I've tried this place was thru catering. Little Flower can do no wrong with any of their delicious foods from savory to sweet. Their hot chocolate with their homemade marshmallows is so creamy and decadent. This is a gem in Pasadena! read more

Little Flower Bakery is such a cute and cozy hidden gem! The inside has a charming, hipster vibe and they offer everything from fresh pastries and breakfast/lunch menus to unique gifts, Korean skincare, and kids' books. I had the matcha and a breakfast sandwich--both were delicious. The cinnamon roll was huge and perfect for sharing! The girl who helped us was very polite and patient, which made the experience even better. There's indoor and limited patio seating. It's not ideal for large groups, but perfect for a one-on-one hangout. It gets busy and parking is limited, so pay attention--it's a bit tucked away. But the vibe, food, and variety make it well worth the visit. I'll definitely be back! read more

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I first became familiar with Little Flower through the Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast. Cohost Matt Gourley mentioned his favorite dessert, the milk chocolate covered honeycomb. Because of the power of the podcast, there were lines out the door and the milk chocolate covered honeycomb would sell out before Matt could get his fix. When I first came here, the hype had officially died. However, when I mentioned the podcast to the employees at the counter one of them immediately remembered the boom in business. They were very pleasant and attentive to the order. Before and after ordering, I couldn't stop looking at the gifts they had near the counter. I literally and figuratively was a kid in a candy store. Every item was so fun and inviting like the cafe itself. Then the food came. Every bit was delicious. To drink, I had a half-caf oat milk iced lavender latte. It was the perfect balance of sweet and espresso. For my meal, I had the veggie burrito to get my helping of produce, protein, and carbs. My parents got the quiche and the salmon scramble. The latter was definitely my favorite. I couldn't leave without getting the milk chocolate honeycomb. I definitely see why it's Matt's favorite dessert. All in all, it's a great experience and I try to come to Little Flower for a bite anytime I'm in Pasadena. read more

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Ok, one of THE premiere little bakeries in Pasadena. They make their own everything, and daily. The menu is varied - lots of breakfast and lunch options. Pop in - you won't be disappointed. Lots of culinary-supported merchandise, impulse items, and great coffees and teas to take with you. The specialty menu changes daily, but they're really good about updating their website every morning. In my opinion, the quiches are some of the best. They also cater and do specialty cakes and chocolates for the holidays. High recommend. read more

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Charming and delicious! This little cafe has such great food to either eat in or to-go. I met a few friends for lunch and had an absolutely delicious Green Goddess salad. My friend loved her quiche of the day, which she said was so light & fluffy. You order and pay at the counter, and then your food is brought to your table. There are seats inside & out, and they seemed to rotate fairly quickly. We shared a few of the incredibly delicious baked items. Definitely give some (or all) a try! There are also lots of things to purchase as gifts or for yourself. We were there a week before Easter, so lots of items and candies for the holiday. And be sure to not miss the sea salt caramels. They are made there, and are so good!! There is parking behind the cafe and on the street around it. read more

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Situated on an "odd" stretch of Colorado Blvd on the way from Eagle Rock to Pasadena, Little Flower is a cool little cafe with some delicious food, a nice vibe, and friendly, attentive service. The egg scrambles are generous (can be shared) and tasty and the quiche is tasty too, although its texture is more "eggy" and like a flan than a conventional quiche. The pastries are all delicious and the packaged salads are good as well. If anything is a bit lacking it can be the pre-packaged soups, but you didn't come here to buy soup anyway, right? There are a few small round tables inside and seating can be either "close" or "crowded", or "friendly", depending on your attitude. There is also seating outside but be advised that cars zipping along Colorado and the noise from the adjacent 134 freeway can make conversation and hanging out a bit of a challenge. Prices are on the high side but if you're willing to share that problem is solved. If you're in the area I highly recommend this place, and usually street parking is not a problem, either. Recommended. read more

Loveeeeeeeee little flower. Cute and cozy little cafe with an assortment of coffees, matcha, pastries, salads, and small meals. The green chilaquiles are perfect. My boyfriend has been a fan of the olive oil cake for years. The owner is always present when I've been and I respect that. 12/10 for me! read more

"All you need is love & caramels," that is the moto of this cute little café & confectionery. Inside you'll find gourmet pantry staples, candy, cookbooks, stationary, and unique gift items. In addition to coffee & baked goods, sandwiches, salads, & breakfast items are also available and everything is made fresh daily. I stopped by on my way home from the Rose Parade and picked up a vanilla latte with almond milk & a strawberry rose scone to go. The latte was basic but satisfying. The scone was fantastic - slightly crumbly with fresh strawberries bakes inside and topped with a thin layer of rose icing. I'm kicking myself for not coming here sooner but I will return to try more of their baked goods and specialty candies and even pick up some gifts for my foodie friends. *Small lot in the back or street parking. *Catering available. "Don't be bitter. Be better." ` read more

I never had a bad experience until recently.. I went to ask for the milk and honey cake for a bigger size... one of the girl took down my information and never called me back... then I emailed the bakery... they gave me a size that.. I didnt know it was the only size.. so again went in person....I actually didnt mind buying the tray that feeds 9 to 12 people if thats the only size they offer for the milk and honey cake... but man.. the lady didnt even let me finish my sentence when I was asking her a question... I just feel like maybe I was asian and they didnt seem like they want to help me out... bought a few cakes here before.. but now.. I definitely will not be coming back read more

Honestly, the food and drinks here are great -- no issues there. But I strongly suggest not tipping the young blonde girl at the register. She's dismissive, not helpful whatsoever, and absolutely not worth a 20% tip. I wouldn't even give a dollar based on the service I received. It's people like that who bring down the whole experience. Management really needs to address her attitude because it reflects poorly on the business. The quality of the food doesn't make up for the disappointing customer service at the counter. read more

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Came to Little Flower as my sister wanted an olive oil cake, who would have thought? At the time I called, Jill informed me with a smile and some laughter that they were currently out of the 6-inch, but they had a 10-inch. My sister was estatic when she saw the cake which was berry-topped and deliciously dripping with frosting.... Everyone at the party loved the cake and my sister was raving over it! Will return to try their bites and other pastries. The place looked homie and inviting, with a few tables inside and more seating outside. read more

Woooow. This was my very favorite place to eat for the past many many years. The owner passed away. I cannot begin to tell you how unbelievably that the food has become awful. The difference is night and day and it's absolutely heartbreaking. She was so nice and made food from such love.. I can't even tell you how disappointing and what a bummer is. Not only that like really, my favorite sandwich was uneditable. Everything else I ordered tasted normal but for a $20 sandwich for it to be uneditable was unbelievable. Actually, the other things lacked flavor.. More that main thing I have to say that it was shocking how rude the person who took my order was. Like so rude it was unreal. You would be shocked. I don't think I've ever been treated with that kind of rude behavior as a hairstylist that is I don't know. Just the owner of the place would be horrified and I'm so sad that this is her legacy. . Whoever took it over, obviously doesn't care and it's just figuring out whether to close or taking money for the bare minimum until they do. Oh also I have to say that my coffee was cold and when I mentioned it, I was told it was the end of the day and that's just what it's like . What? OK read more

I placed my order 90 minutes in advance for pick up at noon and still had to wait another 30 minutes once I arrived at the store. Why take advance orders if you're going prepare the order. Also, the staff's attitude is a little over the top. read more

Great food and service Pretty good ambiance Some times the lines are long but it is still good read more

Such a cute little space. The cinnamon rolls were everything I could have asked for, and their gifts were fun to browse. I will be back!

Once again, the left hand doesn't know what the right hand is doing at this disorganised cafe. Purchased a salad at this place and when I got home they had forgot the dressing. $18 dollar salad and no dressing . Order number 70, Sunday the 28th RPG. read more

Small and cute cafe for pastries, coffee, salads, sandwiches. I got a delicious arugula salad with prosciutto, avocado, beans, Parmesan, and a fried egg. We had ordered some coffees but had never received them, they quickly rectified once addressed and got us out forgotten drinks. There are a couple tables both inside and outside. read more

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The quiche was AMAZING! As well as the egg/cheese sandwich, the ginger scone, cake, coffee. D-licious! Cafe-style ambience and seating. Kind staff. read more