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    Urth Caffé-Pasadena

    3.6 (4.3k reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Shal J.

    What is your favorite Urth Caffe dish? I know I'm a minority here. This place is overhyped and expensive for no reason. Avocado toast, Greek yogurt with granola (not assembled but on side) and an almond croissant set you back! $40-$50. The ambiance was beautiful and homemade feeling of bread and its creations was there. Situated in the heart of Pasadena is worth a visit but definitely not a reoccurring experience.

    Dominique D.

    Located in Playhouse Village is Urth Caffe. On a busy weekend, it is still a lovely place to be. I ordered the vegan panini, vegan pumpkin pie, and the Urth energizer. They offer gluten free bread for the panini, but was sold out for the day. The pumpkin pie crust was gluten free and delicious. The Urth energizer had beets, pineapple, and ginger. You can taste the urth, I mean earth. Customer service was lovely, even on a busy weekend. The restrooms were clean and tidy. Over the years I've grown to love restaurants with shaded outdoor seating. The noise was a little loud from the busy street and the background music also. If you're in the area it is a nice place to visit; it is also close to the Pasadena playhouse, gyms, and other health conscious restaurants. Looking for a nice place for a spot of lunch? Looks like you've found it! "A recipe is a story that ends with a good meal"

    Bonnie T.

    This place is right across street from where we stayed and highly recommended by the staff. The food we ordered were all very delicious. We got half of the Urth salad, Benedict Salmone, and a piece of carrot cake. For drinks, we got a Spanish Latte and a Americano. You order from the counter then the food is delivered to the table. The restaurant is constantly busy. I understand why, so good! They do charge a 6% service fee.

    Sunrise Pizza
    Winnie L.

    If you're planning on dining in on a weekend, be prepared for a bit of a wait. Thankfully, they had two cashiers working to help move the line along. I also liked that they offer both indoor and outdoor seating options. After ordering, they give you a table number and bring the food directly to you. Amazon Smoothie: $10.99. Definitely on the pricier side, but the portion was generous and served in a tall glass filled to the top. I really enjoyed this since it tasted similar to an acai bowl without the icy texture. It was also topped with small mango bits, which was a nice touch. Sunrise Pizza: Unfortunately, this didn't live up to my expectations. The crust was pretty hard, and overall the pizza tasted a bit bland. I appreciate their focus on organic and locally sourced ingredients, and the space itself was nice, but the higher prices, long wait time, and underwhelming food would probably keep me from returning.

    Eggs Verde
    Katelyn K.

    I absolutely love coming here. I feel lucky when the lines short. As I waited in line I browsed their loose tea and grabbed a jar of Moroccan mint. I love that you can see desserts while you wait to order. My favorite is napoleon cake. This time I ordered: Eggs verde The mushroom omelette Iced Spanish latte Coffee of the day Food is consistent and the vibes always there. Portion is huge for me and you can always get a box for to go afterward.

    Spanish latte
    Wendy T.

    I hate American sandwiches but LOVE their curry chicken pita sandwich with avocado cut in half YUM! Savory sweet and the avocado adds creamyness! Spanish hot latte was very good too with half sugar. Napoleon was good and would want to try the breakfast pizza with egg and sausage next time. Felt clean and healthy after that and the avocado was generous.

    Caryl Keith B.

    Urth is a true Pasadena staple with beautiful architecture that makes for a great atmosphere. The menu is incredibly abundant and you really get your money's worth with their generous portions and fair prices. I tried the Spanish latte, which was good, though I personally think it could have been a bit stronger. For food, the Eggs Salmone is a must. It's just yummy, especially with those perfect runny yolks. While it definitely gets busy on the weekends, the line moves quickly so you aren't waiting forever. Plus having plenty of parking in the back makes the whole experience way less stressful. It's a solid go-to spot :)

    Full menu
    Alma R.

    First time visiting and I can see why it's so popular! They have just about every breakfast, brunch and lunch food items your heart desires! It was so hard choosing but we sat down with the Vegan Portobello Panini and Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich, both so yummy! The service was fast considering the long line, but they served the food fast. The ambiance was an absolute delight! They had PLENTY of tables throughout the restaurant. Inside, outside in their adorable patio and toward the back. It would be impossible to not get an available table. One thing too, if you have a sweet tooth this is the place! They have amazing looking muffins, cakes and shakes!

    The Italian Omelet
    Kevin T.

    Had this cafe in my list for a long time and I was able to take my wife here on Valentines Day. We arrived around 10 AM and there was already a line outside the cafe. This cafe is a order then find a seat type cafe and to be honest, I kind of like it. We waited around 30 minutes before it was our turn to place our order. The vibe here is quite nice as well, outdoor seating is spacious and all around, while inside is a bit cramped seating wise. The ceiling is quite tall so occasionally, you'll find yourself looking up to see the decorations, quite the brunch vibe overall. Parking here is a bit non existent? You either park on the street or you find a paid parking lot, pretty standard around Pasadena. The menu here is extensive, which ironically is good in a way that the line is long...sorta. However, my wife and I already decided beforehand what we wanted to order. --WHAT WE ORDERED-- -- Prosciutto & Cheese Breakfast Panini -- ($14.95) One of their featured menu items, this panini is one of the most decorated around. The presentation is spectacular, making it a amazing dish for a perfect picture. Onto the dish itself, it's quite flavorful. Usually with panini, everything falls apart if not made well, but this one is quite steady. Each bite was delicious in its own way, and not one bite left out any flavor from the ingredients inside, very well balanced. It's filled with eggs, peppers, mozzarella cheese, and some prosciutto di parma which is Italian ham, very well made, and highly recommend. -- The Italian Omelet -- ($17.50) I'm a sucker for omelet dishes and this is no different. I find myself with another amazingly presented dish, although it's just a omelet, this one is filled with chicken basil sausages which is different from your usual taste of sausages. Combined with roasted peppers, tomatoes, fresh basil and some mozzarella cheese, it was quite the taste. You have the spikey flavor of the chicken sausages as well as the melting taste of the eggs, it was amazing. I would get this dish again the next time I visit because it was so delicious. 10/10 -- Famous Pecan Sticky Bun -- ($6.50) Well, I'd be amazed but this dessert dish is one I would call, ADDICTING. Sweet, sticky, crunchy, and texture is great. Although it's a sweet dish, it's not too overwhelming and sweet. I believe the pecan balances the taste very well to not make it entirely too sweet. A perfect sweet chewy treat after your main entrees. 9/10 Overall, a wonderful brunch spot, although it's quite busy more often then not, the vibes are great especially on a day where it's not too cold nor too hot. Service here isn't really anything special since they don't check on you for anything. It's more of a cafe where people just hangout, eat, and even see some people on their laptops here. However, staff here is quite fast as they walk around looking for number stands to provide you with your order if you decide to dine in. Definitely will be back again to try other menu items as their menu is extensively big.

    Rising Sun Matcha Latté™ Small
    Pooja M.

    Went here with a friend- she got the monkey granita with espresso but there were so many options. For people who like the banana taste, this is the one to get. I got the rising sun matcha latte which was soooo pretty and yummy. It has matcha and espresso so it's a light caffeine boost. There are a lot of places to sit, and the waiters will find you anywhere! It's a large space and the outside has lights. Although, we saw a rat running around under the tables and it came from the bushes outside which was discomforting. I didn't see it go inside, it went back into the bushes or wherever.

    Huevos rancheros pizza was mediocre
    Christy C.

    I feel so bummed to have to update my previous good review to a bad one since this has been one of my favorite brunch spots for many years. I ordered UberEats and it took an hour to arrive (which wasn't a big deal since it's raining). I ordered a Strawberry Matcha ($9.89) and it was the and most disappointing and expensive strawberry matcha I've ever had. There was zero matcha flavor and it literally tasted like a strawberry jam drink. Definitely don't recommend! The Huevos Rancheros Pizza ($19.29) was very dry and cold. I requested the eggs to be poached and I received a well done hard boiled egg. I've ordered this plenty of times (take-out and at the restaurant) and I've never had this happen before. The quality has definitely gone downhill and they obviously didn't follow my instructions. Overall, I was extremely disappointed in my drink and my pizza so I most likely won't return or recommend unfortunately.

    Organic Green Tea Boba - Blended - $4.95
    Tu-Anh N.

    WHEN: Thu @6pm A great spot to work out of because they open late and have plenty of seating inside and out. Sure there are no outlets nor wi-fi, but it's not the end of the world. The set up is that you order at the counter first, and if it's a to-go item, you wait outside in the back for them to bring it out. There's additional seating in a room in the back that looked cozy, otherwise even at night, this place is still good to sit outdoors. They have such a great selection of teas that I had no idea there is a separate menu for tea alone. With the wonderful help from the staff, here's what I got: HOT TEA (large) - GRATEFUL HEART - $4.95 A gratifying blend of South African rooibos, orange, and ginger combined with fragrant flower petals from around the world. It was so nice of the staff member to ask if I also wanted honey and lemon in it, which I did! It was such a comforting warm beverage. It did take awhile for it to come out but that's okay. I've been here a many times before back when I lived in the area. They have a great selection of desserts and beverages and hot plates if you are feeling peckish. Urth Caffe never fails whenever I come here!

    Caravan Kale Salad and Chicken Soup, Amazon Rainforest Smoothie™
    Jacqueline T.

    We came here for a late lunch on Saturday. The place is crowded as usual. We were able to grab a table. My daughter ordered the Amazon sunshine smoothie, a chicken soup and I have the caravan kale salad. The smoothie is fine, not particularly special. The chicken soup is good. The bread is a tad hard. My kale salad is ok. Just a tad too much salad dressing and too acidic for taste. It's quite pricing at $19.50 without any protein. Urth is at a great location, strong brand, which I see why they can charge up. There are many places to explore in Pasadena.

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    Spanish Latte looks and tastes great- removing 3 stars for the 30 mins that I waited.

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    Is it a place where I can do some aline time and work?

    Yes

    Hi, I love Urth Caffe but I haven't gone since I have a baby. Is there child's seat at the cafe? Thanks!

    There are high chairs.

    When are lowest popular times to go on a weekend? I'm hoping to get a small group together but want to make sure we can find seats.

    I'd say like an hour or so before closing.

    Can I make a reservation?

    No. It's fast casual - indoor / outdoor seating but no reservations. You can place a phone or web order

    Do they still serve the cheese/bread/fruit plate here? DTLA no longer does :(

    It is no longer available at Urth Caffés. To see all menus, visit https://www.urthcaffe.com/

    What are some dog friendly food items I can purchase for my dog? Can I order a side of plain grilled chicken?

    Yes they also might have beef potions. You could probably also order a side of whip cream.

    Is there outdoor seating right now?

    Yes. Plenty of them.

    Is this open for outdoor seating?

    Yes! Pasadena has their own health dept, so they don't follow la county.

    Do they currently have patio seats available?

    Patio seating is avaiable, lots of tables in a nice shady area. Padadena location not sure about DTLA

    Any food delivery app service by urth cafe?

    The best way to find out is visit https://www.urthcaffe.com/our-cafes/locations/ to see each location's delivery options. Thanks for asking!

    Is your almond milk and/or coconut milk unsweetened? I was told yes one day and no the next... For KETO and diabetics it's important to be given accurate information. May I…

    Thanks Kris for asking. We offer: Coconut Milk-Unsweetened Oatmilk-Unsweetened… Read more

    I ordered an unsweetened almond milk cappuccino yesterday with no problem... and this morning when ordering I was told you did have an unsweetened base. Which is correct? 🙏

    Hi Kris -- Thanks for asking. I'm checking into it, and will let you know when I have an answer. Thanks again. Update -- I hope this helps.… Read more

    Do they have KETO food options for lunch/dinner?

    Nothing specifically KETO but you can totally customize any order to make it such.

    Is this a dog friendly restaurant?

    There is patio seating outside! I've bought my dog here before and they've never said anything.

    Is it easy to find parking?

    Parking can be sparse depending on the time you visit. But I can always find parking on the streets near by.

    Are there outlets in the outdoor seating area?

    I don't think so.

    What are the hours of the breakfast menu?

    Gee; I know they list an "All Day Brunch" on the menu, But since I live in AZ I have no clue. I would certainly give them a call or looksie online.

    Do they serve breakfast the whole day?

    No. Breakfast ends at 1pm i believe

    How long does it take to make an egg and spinach panini?

    Between 14 hours 4 minutes and 14 hours 8 minutes

    Is it safe for people with celiac?

    Yes... there are GF options for celiac folks

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    1.5 mi
    $$

    Corner neighborhood coffee spot in Pasadena and a completely perfect alternative to the corporate…read moremuck all over this blessed city. Parking is street, so it may be problematic during prime morning hours. Lots of seating inside, too, and most come to hang out and commiserate. Staff is super friendly. Asked for recommendations based on my preferences, and the young lady behind the counter pointed me to the following: - Iced Vienna Latte - 7.5/10: sweetened with honey, whole milk and cinnamon. Smooth, not overly sweet. - Calamansi Pandesal - 8/10: Wasn't expecting to see this Filipino treat here. Loved it. Texture was dense and doughy, which I happen to love. Mild sweetness, which I also happen to love. Looks like it could be a sugar bomb, but it isn't. Safe for work. Lots of pastries to choose from and the drink menu is super varied. A great time was had by all.

    I love Jameson coffee!…read more At most coffee shops, I usually order cold brew, but here I always go for an Americano. If you like fruity coffee or coffee with a strong bright acidity, I definitely recommend this place. That said, I can see how the flavor profile might not be for everyone, especially if you prefer a more traditional dark-roasted style coffee. The only downside is the parking. It's mostly street parking, and this place always seems to be busy, so finding a spot can be a bit difficult. Because of that, it's not always the easiest place for a quick coffee pickup. Still, the coffee itself is great, and this is one of the places I'd happily come back to.

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    Inside
    Inside
    Pistachio raspberry muffin (yum!)
    Pistachio raspberry muffin (yum!)
    Lavender breve

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    Lavender breve
    Mandarin 2

    Mandarin 2

    4.5
    (73 reviews)
    3.9 mi

    TL;DR Mandarin 2 is the only place for the serious spro…read moreenthusiast! Over the years, I've been incredibly honored, blessed and humbled to experience coffee in deeper way than most, locally having the experienced Thee Coffee GOATs/Royalty & LA Coffee Pioneers (Glanville & Babinski and the OG crew that includes but not limited to Jaymie Lao, Percy Ramirez, Brent Glanville, M'lissa, Sumi Ali, etc...and including so many more like Mike Phillips, Tyler Wells, Yeekai Lim, Leon Li, Frank La...I can go on and on), to which I am eternally grateful. Regrettably over the last 10 or so years, it has been my perception that much of the specialty coffee industry has: 1) capitulated to the taste buds of the casual coffee drinker (or the masses) and have abandoned their desire to change hearts and minds with education about a new wave of coffee drinking experience; 2) are shops owned and operated by people who are non coffee professionals (you know who you are!) and lack pedigree & experience. I get it. It's tiring and frustrating trying to help customers understand that what they are drinking is not "weak" coffee just because they "can't taste coffee." The masses & self-proclaimed coffee enthusiasts want "strong/bold" coffee but they themselves don't even understand what that means! Youngsters want to drink their iced lattes all the while pretending to be grown ups and/or be part of some trendy shop. they take 100s of pictures of the same latte and finally post one to their intriguing Instagram story. Why? Because trendy, duh! Thank God for Sherry Gao and the undeniably talented team at Mandarin & Mandarin 2. THESE KIDS ARE BONAFIDE COFFEE PROFESSIONALS!!!! They have phenomenal coffee pedigree! If you are familiar with my senseless ramblings, or so-called "reviews", you will notice that this one lacks my customary per item ratings and elaboration. This is intentional. Considering the subject matter of coffee, I simply cannot and will not write about "how good this latte is", etc. With all due respect, I drink spro, and almost always only spros at shops that actually know what they are doing (with an occasional deviation of a spro & some milk or something else interesting to my palate at the moment). So yeah, if you must know, Mandarin 2 is THEE PLACE for coffee. And to all the iced latte experts, please do spare us your expert opinion on coffee.

    This place is for someone who wants to try something new and interesting…read more I'm not Chinese or Asian so these flavors were new to me. I got the seasonal coconut latte and I liked the espresso it was smooth and creamy. My mother got their latte with the milk tea and I personally liked it but she wasn't very happy with it. The baristas weren't accommodating about substitutions or offering to make a new drink. Each business has a right to run it the way they want but be warned that you kind of have to commit to trying something you may not like. This place gives an either you like our drinks or just don't come back type of vibe. They don't really seem to care about appeasing you. Do with that information what you will.

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    The One on One by the Window
    The One on One by the Window
    The Pour Over Set Up
    The Pour Over Set Up
    Interior

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    Urth Caffé-Pasadena - cafes - Updated June 2026

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