I passed by this small shop while I was on my way to the bakery around the corner. It is tiny and seems a bit outdated. BUT DONT LET IT FOOL YOU. They have a variety of small cobblers for purchase and you can get them in various sizes too, but I'm unsure if you have to call in advance for the larger size. I didn't end up getting a cobbler this time but I'm set on trying on next time. WHAT I DIS TRY WAS THE BBQ AND IT WAS SO GOOD!!! I got the combo plate and it came with 2 ribs, 1/4 chicken, a sausage link and two sides - I picked Mac and cheese and baked beans. I made 3 meals out of this one order..... it's a lot of food for me. The tenderness of the meat and the flavors were on point. I'm so glad I got to try it. I will be recommending this place to friends and fam for sure. read more

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As soon as you walk in you are greeted by a wonderful smell of barbecue. This place is located inside a barbecue establishment. There are no tables to sit inside just a small counter. I ended up getting the peach cobbler. At first I thought the peaches were canned but then I got a little bite of the pit then realized these were fresh. Not overlywelming with nutmeg. Perfect balance of everything. The crust was very light. This is something that you can enjoy even without ice cream. I would definitely come back. read more

I don't know what it is but I couldn't stop eating the pies I got today. The ribs plate and barbecue pork sandwich were amazing!! Please continue to support small business owners. Order ahead as the city charging the owners more $$ for dine-in. This was just a month ago. Fruit cobbler does not always get the recognition it deserves alongside croissants and layer cakes, but The Gourmet Cobbler Factory has spent more than two decades proving it belongs in any serious conversation about baked goods. read more

I went back today, June 12 after a very stressful day at work. When I walked down, I was great about this Beautiful lady that was sitting behind the counter in the corner. She greeted me with a smile and said hello. When I saw her my mood became at ease... I ordered rib dinner with two sides one was mac & cheese that was barbecue beans, chicken, Link sandwich, and a peach cobbler. I was very pleased with my food and my greeter.... read more

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This place is so good. If you ever go to a party and need to bring a dish, or host the holidays then this is the place to go. We were a party of 6 and got the little pecan, sweet potato and peach cobbler so they everyone could just try a bite. Each person loved a different one. Me? I loved every single one! And for holidays they have monkey bread which you can use as rolls. read more

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Located on Catalina & Colorado. It's right around the corner from Artisanal Goods by CAR. There's a paid parking lot right next to the shop and if you are lucky, there's street parking right on Catalina. They also sell bbq, but I was here for their cobblers. I got the apple and peach cobbler. I think it's a little steep for what you get, but it was very good and I will definitely come back here and try their other flavors. The person that was helping me out was super nice and accommodating. read more

December 14, 2024 | Pasadena: While at the Black Artists Christmas Celebration, I discovered some of the best Peach Cobbler I've had in a long time! The flavor was so on point that I got a second slice & continued to glance over at the table!! Hahaha! Inquiring Minds Want To Know: I had to inquire further and found out the peach cobbler was from a place in Pasadena called The Gourmet Cobbler Factory! The woman told us that it was from a family owned business as well! While writing this review, my mouth is watering just thinking of the flavor, as well as the juicy peaches and the crust... Yum! Next time I'm in Pasadena, I'll have to stop by, as the peach cobbler was definitely memorable, juicy and absolutely delicious! Now you know the peach cobbler is something special when there is no ice cream needed!! Let's go! read more

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I went in after work today. For a peach cobbler. Everybody told me it was the bomb. Unfortunately my cobbler wasn't great. It wasn't fully baked and it still had dry flour. It also lacked taste And was watery. the bottom was super hard. My mom even tasted it and said it was missing flavor and she's had it before. She said I probably just had a bad batch. Either way my first taste experience was not the best. very disappointed. read more

The cobblers here are decent. Unfortunately, the pickup process around the holidays made the entire experience something I would never repeat, and I'd encourage others to think twice before placing holiday orders. I pre-ordered six cobblers and two pies about six weeks before Thanksgiving and was given a 5 pm pickup time on Wednesday, the day before the holiday. I arrived at 4:30 to find a large crowd already waiting. After about 25 minutes with no movement in the line, another customer walked out and mentioned he'd had an 11 am pickup time and was only just now receiving his order. Staff then told everyone with pickup times after 3 pm to come back at 6 pm, promising they'd catch up before closing at 8. We returned at 6. Same scene. No progress. What followed was a five-hour wait (5!!), during which staff periodically came out to hand people cans of Coke and repeat that they were "doing the best they could." It became clear that they had accepted far more orders than they could possibly fulfill, and the message kept shifting, "one more hour," "run to Target and come back," and so on. At 11:35 pm, the owner, Clifton, came out and explained they wouldn't be able to finish the remaining orders that night. He asked me, and several others, to return the next morning, on Thanksgiving Day. With no alternatives for two holiday gatherings, I did. When I came back, Clifton told me he still couldn't complete the full order. I received most of it, minus one pie. I wasn't offered a discount or any form of compensation despite the delays, the misinformation, and the multiple visits. Everything was rung up at full price. In all, I spent more than six hours across two days trying to pick up a pre-arranged order the business was unable to fulfill anywhere close to on time. And I wasn't alone. Dozens, likely over a hundred, customers were in the same situation. This appears to be a family business that has grown quickly but hasn't put any systems in place to match demand. From conversations with others in line, this happens every holiday. The pies and cobblers are good. The logistics are not. If you're planning for an important event or a holiday meal, I'd suggest going elsewhere. read more

I'm kinda upset the yelps said they are open and you get there people are outside looking in the window like where's the works nope light out nobody's working false advertisement read more

The BBQ was good, but the cobbler was fire!!! Staff was very friendly as well. I will definitely be back

Has to be the best peach cobbler I ever had. Took one bite and could not stop eating .. dangerous lol ... nom nom nom nooooom!!! I will be back again & again! Gotta try the mixed berry next time! Thank you beautiful people :) so friendly too!! read more

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The best in Pasadena for my taste and I am picky when it comes to peach cobbler. Loves this place

Amazing BBQ ribs with, collard greens and baked beans. For dessert, had their famous peach cobblers. So filling and very satisfied. Of course, I also got their seafood humble for dinner tonight. Parking is a challenge. But it's well worth the distance. Suggestion is call and order ahead.. read more

The BEST peach cobbler!! It has a perfect amount of sweetness. . The rest of my family loves the mixed berry and apple cobblers. You can't go wrong with any of their desserts. Warm and friendly family business with great service. It smells like a dream from down the block. read more

Not only did I want to like this place -- I wanted to love it! Unfortunately, the peach cobbler wasn't as good as I had hoped it would be. In my attempt to give it a fair shot, I had three bites and just couldn't bring myself to finish even half of it. It all just seemed a bit mushy to me. Not only that, when I walked in, the place didn't seem to be well kept. I couldn't help but notice some of the tiles in the ceiling were very old and stained and overall.. the condition of the business was very dated. read more

Wonderful family-owned business. We tried the mixed berry and peach cobblers, and OMG, they were nothing short of sensational !! Actually, they were perfect ! Perfect amount of fruit, amazing seasonings and flavor, and the perfect crust. Thin and delicious, not gummy or doughy. That's for both cobblers. I think the peach was my favorite of the two we tried. I really liked the berry, too, but peach was the best. It's been many months since I was there, and I stumbled onto the fact that I never wrote a review for this place. I'm so glad I discovered my error because their cobblers are worth every accolade. I had a lovely conversation with the "wife" owner. She was so sweet and talkative. Lovely person, and I was so glad to have met her... and bought her cobblers. Her husband came out front to deliver a sheet full of cobblers. He was obviously hard at work in the kitchen. We don't exactly live around the corner, but when I return to Pasadena, this will be on my list FOR SURE. read more

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I had an appointment around the corner and while walking back to my car, there was an irresistible smell coming from this shop that I just had to stop inside. Upon walking in, I was greeted by a sweet woman working the counter, who I assumed is the owner/operator. I had no idea this place existed and wasn't sure what they offered, but judging by the name, I guessed cobblers were their specialty. When I asked her what the best flavor was, she immediately recommended the peach cobbler. Luckily, there was a batch coming out of the oven, so I left with a warm peach cobbler in hand. It was absolutely divine, especially paired with the vanilla bean ice cream I had at home. The buttery crust and perfectly balanced peach filling - which wasn't overly sugary or syrupy, made this cobbler unforgettable. I'm usually not a big fan of fruit pies or similar desserts, but this cobbler completely won me over. My only complaint? Is that I only bought one. Now I can't wait to go back and try all the other flavors! read more

Located on a sleepier and quieter side of Pasadena, The Gourmet Cobbler Factory is run by a nice old Black couple. Their other business is Clifton's BBQ which is two store fronts merged together. It is tucked away on the side of a building and initially is hard to find but there is tons of street parking. My mom and I saw a Huell Howser special on them a while back and for sure this couple has been baking cobblers and bbq for over thirty years now at least. I like getting their cobblers and taking it home to eat with some ice cream. Just two scoops over the 4x6 pies is enough as a good dessert. The bbq is good too and arguably better than Gus' and Lucille's. Would the pies be more if you got it from Marie Callender's? Of course it would just like any other major restaurant but the charm of the Gourmet Cobble Factory is not just the cobblers and bbq but getting to support local businesses -- our mom and pop businesses especially black owned. If you're in the area, stop by the Gourmet Cobbler Factory and pick up some cobblers and bbq. read more

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I LOVE THIS PLACE. It's such a wholesome family owned restaurant. We came about 15mins from their closing time thinking we probably won't get too lucky but we did. The lovely gentleman that served us was so friendly and welcoming. It's on a quiet street in Pasadena with plenty of parking nearby. We got a pint of gumbo which came with rice and the blueberry cobbler. The gumbo was delicious! Plenty of meat and flavor it was amazing! The cobbler was rich and filling perfect amount for 2 people! Please give this place a try! You won't be disappointed:) read more

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Last out post of legit soul food in Pasadena. Sweet ladies, Jammin BBQ and great cobblers!

I didn't think I liked pecan pie, but this was so delicious I am craving more the next day! It might be my new favorite pie! The crust was buttery and just crisp enough but not hard, the pecans were toasted deliciously and not candied too sweet, the filling was soft and not dense or too sickly sweet and not excess in amount. Amazing! read more

Yum yummy, delicious yummy cobbler. We tried apple and peach both were delicious. The customer service was excellent, we picked to go, called ahead when we got there it was ready to go. The inside it's pretty small, I think it's a place just to pick up and go, try them out. There's parking on the street. read more

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My wife bought some Peach Cobbler home. I did not know I was a cobbler fan until I tried this spot. Now every time she goes to Pasadena I am telling her to bring me a new flavor to try. Really delicious treats! read more

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This is a family owned business, the owners are lovely and kind-hearted. The cobblers are AMAZING. Parking was a non-issue. They were short of man power but they genuinely did the best they could with servicing every one. The wait was worth it. read more

My husband and I stopped because of a cobbler poster. We walked in, ordered the GG plate, a cobler and a pecan mini pie. BBQ: The brisket was better than what we've had in Texas We thought the ribs would be sweet and dry but oh man it was moist The chicken looked dry but again we were surprised at how moist it was. We also tried the pork sausage and it was amazing; not oily, just the perfect amount of spice, great bounce. The potato salad had a good amount of dill and mh husband loved it. GUMBO: This was the ultimate dish in my opinion. I was afraid it would have way too much spice and flavor. But I swear, it was my ultimate favorite dish. I could eat this daily! DESSERT: the mixed berry cobbler was cold and we thought it would be bad but the crust was still crispyy! The pecan pie was a tad dry but the flavors were perfect. Let's not mention the extremely nice people who owned and ran the place. We are their newest fans. read more

Found this place on Yelp and boy oh boy was it a fantastic find! Small hole in the wall with a wonderful friendly woman making cobblers when we walked in. Ordered the peach and mixed berry cobblers to go. When we got home and tried them... no words could explain how delicious they were!!! We devoured them! You definitely have to try them, you won't regret it! read more

3/4/2024, It's been almost one year since I last been to this hole in the wall deli that sells over-priced way too sweet cobbler that's nothing has changed about it for the past 30 years. The cobbler is still served in those cheap aluminum containers but the price has gone up now to a ridiculous $8.95 price tag. They didn't even have any peach cobbler when I came back this time, last time they didn't have any peach out as well. Only plenty of berry and apple cobbler in the display, that's ridiculous. Just 10 years ago the price was around $4.00 for a cobbler which I thought was a reasonable price, but the price has increased over 10% each year over the past decade. In fact, all the menu items have exponentially increased at this place and nothing has changed nor improved about the place. The same old painting is on the wall as you enter, the same old looking front door and its dirty windows. The old dirty looking cobbler display at the cash register which is the only thing that's changed. The owners attitudes are very sour and unfriendly especially to lighter skinned African Americans like myself. I bought two pathetically small sweet potato pies for a ridiculously $4.95 each on Sunday and the dark skinned owner made absolutely no eye contact with me nor was he friendly or polite towards me. He also just ignored me for over 5 minutes when I first came into the store. He didn't even saying anything like, "I will be with you in a second". So I just had to stand there waiting until I said something to get his slow attention. The sweet potato pie tasted sour and nasty. I gave one to my friend who was waiting patiently but a long time in the car for me, he took one bite of it and tossed the rest in the trash saying it tasted nasty. I later took a bite of mine when I got back home later in the afternoon, I had to toss mine too in the trash. A waste of my money on those pies. I won't come back to this ridiculously over-priced place nasty place. The food is honestly not that great for their sky high menu prices. Crazy! read more

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Got there about 2 hrs before they closed on a Thursday so I missed out on the peach cobbler. I did get the apple, blueberry, small sweet potato and pecan. I've never had sweet potato pie before so that was good. My favorite is pecan pie and it did not disappoint. My mom and bf both liked the apple. I saw a bunch of people ordering the food/dinners and had I known I might have ordered some. I will definitely be back, hopefully early enough to score some peach cobbler because peach is why I went. The lady, who I believe she and her husband are owners, is super nice and takes her time to talk to her customers. My mom really liked talking to her. We'll be back, and I'll tell my friends!! So happy to see a place like this thriving. read more

I placed an order 5 days before Thanksgiving. Pick up was scheduled for 6 pm on Wed. After an hour of waiting, they told me to get back at 6 pm. Went back, after 2 hours of waiting, no pies. They said they will call me when it was ready. They never called. Many other customers in the same situation. A complete fiasco. read more

fucking delicious. i'm sorry i am cussing. but i really need you to understand how bomb the food was. 10/10... everything! the ribs, brisket, mac & cheese. don't get me started on the peach cobb! ugh love this place read more

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Enjoyed stepping into this mom and pop spot that has a nostalgic feel that I miss in a world that caters too much to a superficial social media heavy crowd. I ordered mini cobblers ahead for a birthday. When I got there the small place was packed which I take as a good sign and enjoyed mingling with some of the other patrons in line. The man and woman running it are lovely and are quite the characters which I appreciate. While there we decided to try a hot link which was seriously delicious. Will be back for more of their savory food items! The cobblers were great as well but a little sweet for my taste and didn't have crumble which I love. read more

This is great little place to stop in and get your cobbler fix in. My wife and I ordered six cobblers and some gumbo and they were all good. I can't wait to go back the next time I'm in Pasadena. read more

I bought a peach cobbler for the office birthday party. It was a gigantic hit! I think even the cake and ice cream were jealous. The GCF is closed Monday and Tuesday, so I had to call Wednesday morning, and sweet little Gloria had it ready as promised. I made sure everyone knows they have soul food too. It's amazing how many people don't know about the GCF. I moved to Altadena in '83, and the GCF was old and established then! If you don't know, find out! You'll love it! read more

Happened to walk by this gem of a place and left with a little peach cobbler...delicious....the woman said they have been there 50 years! So grateful to find something truly authentic and special. read more

very nice people absolutely enjoy to do business with when you walk in and place smells great. They're so sweet and so kind. I recommend them highly and it taste great. read more

Delicious! Usually take it home and have it cold but today, had it piping hot! Excellent both ways. Highly recommend it!

WOW just wow. I finally had the chance to try out this Cobbler factory and I'm sure glad I did. I appreciate the love an hard work put into this small establishment. I ordered the apple cobbler. The crispy crust was think and filled with flavor (not your usual plain crust). The filling itself was delicious and filled with subtle sweet flavors. My only feedback was that I wish the filling was a little bit thicker in consistently. I baked my order in 400 degree temperature for about 15-20 minutes back at home and the cobbler was just perfect! For the price I'd definitely be back for some more. I recommend for larger orders or orders in general just to call in advance to place your order (the menu mentioned at least 3 hours notice for some menu items). I want to try some cobbler with ice cream or maybe even some toasted oats on top. Overall great spot to check out! read more

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It was the end of the day so we didn't have the full selection of cobblers offered but we did get a peach cobbler and it was so delicious!

This is a Sunday spot for sure. Take out only but we enjoyed it outside on our patio. I'm a big a fan of places that go out of their way to give you both a delicious and nostalgic feeling. I ordered the pull pork sandwich, side of collard greens, Mac and cheese, and 1 peach cobbler. The pulled pork speaks for itself and it's handled so finely. I appreciate this method of pulled pork without fat but full of flavor on its own. They give you extra bbq sauce and some perfectly seasoned and not runny coleslaw. Mac and cheese was nice a warm and rich. The collard greens are a must!!!! My favorite side of all time paired with barbecue. Their collard greens are the best I've ever tasted. Once you open the container, you smell the ham hock and a nice peppery taste. You won't regret it. Lastly, the peach cobbler has a light and crispy crust with a delicious cinnamon and and peach filling. Warm this up and have it at home with or without a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You will feel soooo cozy and pleasantly full. Great service and well made meals. read more

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