Visitation Rights: Have been coming to this place many times to either study, enjoy a couple of…read morecoffee, eat, and people watch. Locaton: Old Town Monrovia is centered around Myrtle Avenue, extending roughly from Foothill Boulevard (Route 66) north to Olive Avenue south, and from Ivy Avenue east to Primrose Avenue west, encompassing about ten blocks The area's heart is Myrtle Avenue, where you'll find many of its key businesses, with Foothill (Route 66) as a major north-south boundary. Parking: Located between Foothill Blvd and Parking can be found along Myrtle Ave, in nearby public parking lots parking structures, and in the residential. FREE PARKING! You can also park in the shared parking lot on the SW corner of Foothill and Myrtle. Just walk down Myrtle Ave.. Ambiance/Decor: You'll find a relaxed, sophisticated atmosphere perfect for browsing, dining, enjoying coffee, catching a movie, or just strolling, with close proximity to hiking trails in the nearby foothills. You can also find a statue Samson the Hot Tub Bear Festivities For All Of Us: They have a lot of activities for the locals and out of towners through out the year. -Friday Night Street Fair & Market -Valentine's Day Carriage Rides -Spring Egg Hunt & Healthy Kids Day -Monrovia Old Town Wine Walk -Monrovia Days Community Festival -4th of July Fireworks Show & Concert -Summer Concerts & Movies in the Park -Fountain to the Falls Run/Walk 10K -Old Town Fall Festival -Halloween Spooktacular and Trick-or-Treat Bash -Thankful & Grateful Holiday Gathering -Holiday Parade -Holiday Home Decorating Contest -Santa Tours If you want more info, you can visit the city's website: https://www.monroviaca.gov/your-government/recreation/special-events#ad-image-0 Business/Shops: In old town Monrovia, you'll see a blend of mom and pop shops and restaurants. The shops that I've patronize through out the years are: Merengue, El Diablo, Grey and Cash, Jake's Roadhouse, Mikomi, Tacos and Papas, and Charlie's House. Old Town For Thought: If you want a quick getaway from reality, this town is for you.

Monrovia is a beautiful hillside town located in the San Gabriel Valley. On occasion I visit and on…read morea recent Friday evening I was surprised to find that the town has a large night market with local vendors, entertainment, shops, and artists offering handmade goods. A must visit! Peaceful, quaint environment with a small town vibe, and California appeal.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience here at Rubel Castle. Our host, guide,…read moreand local "Rubelligent" volunteer, Ms. Kathleen had all the intel about this historical property. She was so knowledgeable and helped set the stage for us to slip into a forgotten era and get a glimpse of how imagination met inventiveness with a DIY charm. ~ A LITTLE BACKSTORY FOR YOU ~ It's not pronounced Rubel as Barney from Flintstones. Rather, it's like Target is to Targét when we are trying to be fancy. So that's Rubel as in "Roo-bell." Unlike modern-day construction, Rubel Castle wasn't built overnight. It was made of collected recyclables and construction rubble that spanned many decades and took several friends and volunteers to build it. For Michael, however, the lifetime inspiration was first sparked at the age of 9. His love for canons was where it started and the rest is history you can hear about on the tour. But don't just show up like we did randomly one day. To book, visit RubelTours.org and make a reservation. ~ OUR TOUR EXPERIENCE ~ It's as if Michael Rubel, the creator and mastermind of this enchanted dominion had intended it to be--magical. Built in the castle period of wood and tin, every corner captured our interests, from antique cars to the 1890's Seth Thomas Tower Clock with a unique backstory (and only six in existence today). There were old vending machines, tools, trinkets, and machinery that time had long forgotten. Did I mention there was a drawbridge? Yes, and a dungeon too. I was just waiting for a dragon to come swoop down on us next. Walk in the footsteps of famous visitors like Alfred Hitchcock, Dwight Eisenhower, Jack Benny, and Bob Hope. It's a feast for the eyes no matter where you glance. I particularly enjoyed the bottle house that Michael built in 1968 as his "home" as a kid. That independent spirit was quite charming to see. ~ WATERCOLOR NATURESCAPE ~ We were fortunate to have our gracious host lead us on a tour and organize a special art crafting experience outdoors. It was absolutely lovely beneath the trees and between rusted vintage cars from the turn of the century. We each got a small canvas to paint our flowers in watercolor. (This particular experience takes place in the Spring and Fall, weather permitting.) We heard the squirrels rattling in the leaves and birds chirped and sang in the trees above. We discovered that peacocks apparently originated from this property, compliments of Michael Rubel. And did I mention that on the far side of the property, a custom garden was in full bloom? BOOK A TOUR Help support the Glendora Historical Society and keep this magnificently unique city-castle maintained. It's worth it.

A castle in Glendora? Yes, your eyes aren't deceiving you--Rubel Castle is real, it's magnificent,…read moreand it's gloriously eccentric. Thanks to the sheer persistence (and probably delightful stubbornness) of Michael Rubel, we now have this quirky, towering State Treasure sitting right in the middle of Glendora like a fairy tale that accidentally took a detour through a hardware store. This place is beautifully done, and part of its charm is that it's a full-on hodgepodge of relics, antiques, crystal trinkets, and "wait... what is that doing here?" moments tucked into every nook and cranny. You'll marvel, you'll laugh, you'll squint in confusion--honestly, it's everything you'd want in a castle built with love, imagination, and a dash of madness. And let's talk about the makeshift cemetery. Quirky? YES. Fun? Absolutely. Slightly spooky? Only if your imagination is over-caffeinated. But it fits the vibe perfectly--like the castle whispered, "You know what I'm missing? A tiny cemetery." The tours are fantastic, the guides are passionate, and the whole experience feels like you're stepping into a living scrapbook of California history and charming chaos. Overall: Amazing, amazing place. Book your tour. They only do tours every first Sunday of the month, so set your alarms, mark your calendars, tie a string around your finger--just don't miss it. Rubel Castle is truly a California State Treasure, and an absolute must-see for anyone who appreciates creativity, history, and a little eccentric sparkle.

Amazing small sake brewery with a great selection of their own craft sakes and beers!! The interior…read moreis very sleek, so it's a step but from a regular brewery while still keeping a casual vibe. We got the signature sake flight and beer flight and also got a custom flight with the 3 sparkling sakes. Service was awesome (shoutout to Zach and Sam). They explained the drink offerings very well and were attentive. I really loved all the sakes that came in the signature flight, and I thought the doburoku was especially unique! I've never had an unfiltered sake like that. The beers were also good, and I loved the oolong island with its aromas of peach and tea. The sparkling sakes were good as well, but I preferred the regular signature ones. We also got a cup of the sake kasu ice cream, which was really interesting! It has a rich, yeasty, almost cheesy flavor (which sounds weird, but I really enjoyed it). Overall, it's a great spot. We also brought our dinner to eat alongside the tasty drinks, so it's a nice place to hang out if you want a casual drink. Will definitely be back!

WOW! This place is a true hidden gem. I tried all of the sake and I can't get enough, the gravity…read moreand the doburoku are my favorites and the eclipse is my 3rd runner up, although I think I would enjoy that one with a meal instead of by itself. The sake is my go to but you have to try the beers while you're here, they're all very tasty and refreshing. Love their yuzu beer and their oolong tea beer. Zak (brewer/tasting room) told me that we can bring our own food so I'm definitely doing that when I come back! So happy to have this gem in our community! Kanpai!

A family friendly community with a diverse residents!…read more Offering a peaceful residential ambiance with parks and eateries nearby.

I like their work of art. I have one job that ended being a gift to a friend. All of his relative…read morewere he got it and he pointed out its a gift. They ask the place so that they can give it as a gift.

Love love love. Must see during Christmas We loved it so…read moremuch, we brought my mother in law. It's a short walk (or drive, just drive slow for the sake of other pedestrians) and you get to take in the magic.

I love taking my kids, it's great! I love their cow theme Christmas! You can drive around in your…read morecar or park and walk around.

Who doesn't need luck?…read more The one review by Eric F. said to touch this tree for good luck... I'm in! All in! Since this tree has been around for a long time (when this town began), it's very special...and sacred! It has spirit because it's a living thing! That's awesome! If you're in the Sierra Madre are, stop by and pay a visit! It won't hurt and may do you some good! Aloha and mahalo to the Green-man Tree! A hui hou!

This is a great old tree from when the village was first founded. It has since been referred to by…read moremany locals as The Green-man Tree. .. for obvious reasons. It is a local and iconic symbol for love, romance, and fertility. Touch it for luck. Or stick a note on it for love. Do not deface the tree or carve anything on it. The Green-man Tree has been known to work wonders.

Started coming here when we moved to the area and have found it's truly a "mom & pop", "hole in the…read morewall" type of place with tasty food and even better customer service. The staff are so friendly and professional and it's refreshing to come somewhere you know you are a valued customer no matter if it's your first time or 200th time in the year. The pizzas are delicious and I love the pastas with pink sauce!

Food: - pink pasta: 6/10, big portion…read more - truffle dessert: 9.5/10, not too sweet, super decadent, a chocolate lover's dream! Service: - friendly staff - quick service Ambiance: - homey and cozy - lots of seating inside

Old school since 1887. I'm always riding the metro to this city to visit my family members living…read morein the area. The area is adding more restaurants, coffee houses, and stores which is a nice upgrade from years ago. I'm glad they have a metro line here which makes it convenient.

If this is a review of the City, i'll have to be quite honest i've grown very comfortable here…read more I've been living here all my life and it's been good to me. We have everything you could imagine like restaurants and entertainment and the place has been growing and getting better day by day.