Never judge the book (or cafe) by its cover. Let's delve right into this humble review. ;D Haha!…read more Kafana Coffee Bar is a nice little coffee shop hidden in South Pasadena that share the same lobby with a gym. They serve breakfast, pastries, coffee and tea (hot/cold) drinks. Their coffee bar is centrally positioned that offers a 360 degree view of the lobby. Seats were very comfortable with a relaxing atmosphere. I ordered an Iced Coffee ($3.27). And it was simple in taste and in appearance but refreshing nonetheless. Service was spot on. Staff was affable and competent. Prices are fair. Offers free wifi and street parking. What captivating for me was their interior design because it kinda reflected that of your own living room with flat screen tv, bookshelves, bar stool, love chair, sofa and a coffee table. Overall, I had a nice experience and somewhat enjoyed my iced coffee; I really like their chill living room vibe. I still recommend this coffee shop.

I'm not one to make reviews but I just visited this hidden cafe spot, and I am not disappointed!…read moreThe look inside feels like walking into a cozy cabin! They open at 8am but I arrived a couple minutes prior but the barista Sophia still took my order which I thought was very welcoming! Super kind and friendly, and her latte came out amazing. They know what they're doing here! Will definitely be recommending this place to all my friends!

If you're looking for a cozy, screen free coffee hangout that feels personal and social friendly…read morespace Two Kids is the spot. We'll definitely be back! It's small and cozy, but that just adds to the charm and creates this intimate, relaxing vibe. Highlights Great public parking behind the shop. The service is fantastic and the two guys that I met were genuinely friendly and makes you feel welcome right away. The shop has a sign saying no laptops inside, and honestly, I loved it. It turns the place into a true social space where people actually talk to each other instead of staring at screens. The seating is thoughtfully arranged facing the windows, so beautiful natural sunlight pours in and gives everything such a warm, uplifting feel. They make their own oat milk in-house, and it makes such a difference our drinks tasted absolutely delicious, rich and smooth. The whole place just has great vibes all around.

I had a good experience at Two Kids (South Pasadena). I ordered the Espresso w/ Milk & Chai ($6.75…read more- Iced). It's simple, clean ingredients. The crisp taste of well-brewed coffee and chai is refreshing. (Important: Cash is not accepted. Bring card or contactless payment. Also, this is a "Laptop Free Establishment." They have no available electrical outlets and no customer internet.) I arrived at Two Kids (South Pasadena) on Tuesday (around 12:28PM). Parking is free and available. Two Kids (South Pasadena) is located across from South Pasadena City Hall. There's a competitive, free lot in the rear; it's a "4 Hour Parking Limit." Also, there's available, competitive free street parking. Staff is very mellow, professional, and respectful. Staff politely answered all my questions, and Staff felt very low stress. This location is surprisingly popular, and Staff easily breaks into friendly conversation. My drink took about three minutes. As mentioned, I ordered the Espresso w/ Milk & Chai ($6.75 - Iced). The drink is very underwhelming, but it's 1000% better than any chain coffee joint. The Espresso w/ Milk & Chai had a light enduring caffeine, and its flavor is very basic and simple. I would not drive a long distance for these drinks, but if I lived in the immediate area, this business is an easy spot to incorporate into a daily routine. It's affordable and good enough. On ambiance, Two Kids (South Pasadena) happily embraces its "just good enough" features. It lacks many basic amenities; there's no restroom, no customer internet, and no electrical outlets. They proudly have MANY little signs proclaiming how it's a "laptop free establishment." The location is also small; there's about two counter tables and three tiny stool tables. However, Two Kids (South Pasadena) is comfortable. I especially appreciated the air purifier and the strong ventilation. The place felt airy and refreshing. Also, the stereo system is very clear and with chill music. They even had one tiny bottle of hand sanitizer by the counter. It's also very animal friendly since I saw customers walk inside with their dogs on the leash. Overall, Two Kids (South Pasadena) feels built to serve the local community. It's not an impressive spot, but there's glimpses of passion for locals. If you live nearby Two Kids (South Pasadena), I recommend. It's not bad at all. 4.3 out of 5

Good food if you like spicy or savory, and if you want a sweet drink for kids and adults. Teamorrow…read morealso has very friendly and kind workers that will always be at your service. Also, the restaurant has a cozy environment with music and fun. Overall Teamarrow is a great place to order drinks, snacks, and a variety of asian food. They also have a touch screen device that you can use for to-go orders which is pretty good if you're like me and you're scared to order. I would say that the space is good for students if you're looking for a place to study at since they provide free wifi and bathroom.

I come here often because my kids have practices/games nearby, and it's one of those places that…read moreare good enough for an easy snack/dinner takeout. The popcorn chicken, fried tofu, and orange green tea are what I usually order. They make those very consistently so you know what to expect. It gets busy here when school kids are hanging out but if you are outside of those windows, it doesn't take too long. Service ranges from friendly to standard, so no complaints there. The one issue I have with them is they show a loyalty program in terms of entering your phone number -- if you order online as well as the register. But I've never gotten any points. I once asked the owner about it and he claimed that they do in fact give out items, and said he would check on it that night when I told him the situation. But he never actually asked my name and info, and I've still never received any points since, despite having ordered here about twice a week for the past several weeks. It's not a deal breaker but it's strange.

Cozy neighborhood coffee shop with wide variety of drink choices. Indoor and some outdoor seating…read more Across from library. Friendly quick service. Had a lavender latte- very yummy.

Break my Marbles! Get ready this is gonna be slasher…read more Kaldi Coffee & Tea is a corner coffee shop in South Pasadena. They serve basic coffee, tea, specialty drinks and pastries. Interior design and layout were cool sleek and spacious, respectively. Atmosphere was nice with plenty of natural light. Young staff were nice. They have front outdoor seats for those who prefer some view. I had a Mint Iced Coffee and it's complete whoppers! If Sauron exists this drink is perfect for him and his minions. It's blithering pathetic drink; there was not a good balance of elements in this mint IC. Drink was not brewed smoothly, not refreshing, banal plastic cup, and on top of it über milky. All I had was a tiny sip and I quivered. And I knew that it was a subpar-mediocre iced coffee. The price does not reflect the quality, I threw it away. No wonder the rating was utterly garbage. I suggest they overhaul their drinks. Overall, I will never come back again. And waste my resources. Not sure why folks enjoy this kind of iced drink.

It's a tie when it comes to the best thing about Piccadilly Grace, between the amazing FOOD and…read moreCUTE, breezy, fun ambiance! If you like very tasty, but healthy/clean food, with special extra whole food ingredients that give the food pops of flavor, varying texture (crunch) and visual appeal - you will not be disappointed!! Piccadilly Grace not only doesn't skip a beat with curating their dishes, but they add some incredible touches that make everything so wonderful! These are some of the tastiest most wonderful salads I've ever had & you can't go wrong with ANY of them, but my current favorite is the Asian Crunch Salad! I just add avocado. It comes with a side of delicious bread pieces, which is a nice touch, but it's also really nice that they ask if you'd like it. I hate wasting food, so it's great that they ask. Speaking of their dishes, literally they have the cutest dishes too, as in ceramic dishes that again besides what's in the dishes, it adds to the visual appeal and it makes my experience so warm and welcoming. I should also mention that I've tried their wraps and sandwiches, they're amazing. The turkey chili - GET IT! So good and doesn't taste like turkey at all but it's not super greasy like beef chili. Back to the ambiance...there is no indoor seating here. All seating is in their surrounding patio and it is adorable and enjoyable. Wooden two-person or group tables and with single seat chairs. Umbrellas cover most of them and give shade. But on a hot summer day, with the sun beating, it could get a little uncomfortable if you're there too long at about 2pm. I've been there a few times on a Friday afternoon, and they have had a vocalist, pianist & saxophone player playing some cover songs and they are good! Makes the experience that much more enjoyable. I'm not someone who enjoys sweet drinks, but I can speak to their delicious brewed black iced tea. Perfection every time. Parking is easily found on the surrounding streets, close by and you can even score some shade if you're lucky to park under a tree. Last, but not least, the staff are really friendly, helpful and give great customer service and table side service. I am a huge fan of Piccadilly Grace, and I'll even drive in traffic when I'm specifically craving something from there and nothing else can substitute!

ONLY ABOUT THE MATCHA…read more I want to start by saying that after looking at other reviews, this place is probably better known for its food. However, I only tried the strawberry matcha, so this rating is based mainly on that. VIBE: The spot itself is pretty cute. It's small inside but has a lot of character, and the outdoor seating is great. It feels like a nice place to meet up and catch up with friends. Street parking is decent for a busy downtown area, though it could be better. STRAWBERRY MATCHA: Honestly, if this review were based on the matcha alone, it would probably be a 1-2 star rating. I could barely taste the matcha, and based on the color, it didn't seem like high quality. The strawberry portion was just okay, but at $11.50 (per the Yelp menu), it's way overpriced. Even $7 would feel like too much, especially considering how many better matcha spots are out there. I would strongly recommend skipping the matcha here but like I said that one's on me.

Finally got to try Uncle Fung Coffee Stall and it did not disappoint. One thing I like here is the…read moredecor and look. The store has an old look that makes a look like an old Chinese coffee shop. Even some of the light ing is low with age brick look. When I went on Sunday they had good foot traffic, but it wasn't packed which made it perfect for staying a while. I had the dirty Milo drink and pandan latte. Both were excellent and had a nice tasty cream top. Both are good options if you want something safe that you more than likely will like. I look forward to coming back and trying more of their signature coffee drinks.

The best coffee shop in town. It's so yummy They close at…read more5 so make sure to go early. Lots of parking on the street and right behind there's a parking structure. The sweetest baristas ever!! It's a cute little shop. I get the Coco Cloud if you love coconut water this is what's up!! chilled coconut water as the base topped with a thick layer of frothy Indonesian espresso cream.

Danbi Coffee is easily one of the best cafés I've visited in Pasadena. As a matcha lover, I was…read moreimpressed by the quality and flavor of their matcha drinks--smooth, balanced, and not overly sweet. Their dessert selection is just as impressive. The mango mousse and raspberry mousse were light, fresh, and full of flavor. One standout was their Ferrero-inspired chocolate dessert, which featured a rich hazelnut mousse filling and was beautifully presented. The freshly baked croissants were warm, flaky, buttery, and definitely worth trying. The café is clean, welcoming, and offers a great variety of coffee, matcha, pastries, and desserts. Staff is very friendly and helpful and are on top of everything.They get the orders out , really quick. Overall, a 10/10 experience, and I highly recommend stopping by if you're in Pasadena.

Heard about this place on tiktok but it was very underwhelming. Came here on a Sunday around 12 pm…read moreand stood in a short line. We got the mango matcha rain, banana cream matcha, and banana latte. For $7-8 per drink, you get a very SMALL sized cup, I believe it's a 12 oz. Although oat milk is the standard for the matcha drinks, the price for such a small cup was not worth it. For the drinks itself, not sure what kind of matcha powder they are using but it doesn't seem to be grade quality. The banana latte also tasted like milk. Interior wise, plenty of tables & seating. Great for a study spot with ample street parking. Overall, for the price, quality, and sizes, I unfortunately will not be returning.

First off, I wanted to get a special treat for my coworkers for the Mexico vs. South Korea game,…read moreand since I work in Pasadena, I stopped by La Monarca Bakery. Let me tell you--they did not disappoint! I bought 24 soccer ball conchas, and they were even decorated in my team's colors! The conchas were fresh, soft, and absolutely delicious. I also ordered a soy chorizo breakfast burrito and a café de olla. The burrito had to be one of the best breakfast burritos I've ever had--packed with flavor and perfectly made. And the cafecito? Oh my goodness, it was amazing! On top of the great food, the service was outstanding. Everyone was so friendly, welcoming, and kind. It's clear they take pride in what they do. Thank you for helping make our game day celebration extra special. I'll definitely be back! Highly recommend!

This is the third time I've ordered food for pick up, the order processed, and when I arrived staff…read morelooked confused and then said, Oh we are out of that item (soyrizo the only vegetarian option). Maybe it's time to take menu items off the menu if you cannot stock the ingredients? Nowadays, vegetarian menu items shouldn't be optional and shouldn't be an afterthought for management. So don't order online if you don't have to. Conchas are delicious though but prob won't order food again.