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    Yvonne's Vegan Kitchen

    4.7 (187 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    My favorite mint chocolate cupcake
    May L.

    Swung by for some delish treats and a blueberry lemon curd birthday cake. Thank you for being a part of a special birthday with a beautiful cake.

    Lemon Curd Cupcake $5.75
    Nikki B.

    My bestie is vegan, and I wanted to get him a special treat for his birthday. A search on Yelp led me here. Founded by French trained chef, Yvonne Ardestani, this dedicated vegan & gluten free bakery carries an array of cakes, cupcakes, cookies, other baked delights, vegan cheese, & savory options. The shop is small and there is no seating available. Erin was friendly and happily answered my questions. I selected a Lemon Curd Cupcake for my friend ($5.75) and a slice of Coffee Cake for myself ($5.30). OMG the coffee cake was sofa king delicious! It was moist, flavorful, and the crumb topping was perfect. It was addictingly good. I'm craving it as I type this. My friend loved the cupcake. Now I need to go back and try more of Yvonne's tempting treats. *Custom cakes & catering available. *Metered street parking.

    Me and Yvonne, the founder and baking wizard!
    Jenner B.

    This place is amazing on all levels. It's delicious, personal, and a healthy option for those sensitive to dairy, gluten, and looking for vegan option. I went to UC Santa Cruz with Yvonne and so it hit me personally to have a fellow banana slug create a successful business! My only wish is that this was up north near my house... oh wait they deliver nationwide! It's a small boutique but they have outside tables and seating on the sidewalk which makes it even more charming. Next time I'm in SoCal in Pasadena, I'll be back to try more!

    The chocolate cake is delicious. Forgot to take the before photo unfortunately.
    Christina C.

    The ladies working here super sweet and helpful with recommendations. I tried the chocolate cake, carrot cake, and the pandan cookie and all were delicious. It's a small space, so plan to take out your sweeties to enjoy at the park or at home.

    Pandan Pie Slice
    Grace X.

    This little shop is a vegan heaven! There are so many delicious looking options to choose from, and when I went in Yvonne was offering small samples of the cookies to try. I tried the matcha cookie, and even though it was a tiny sample it was delicious, great matcha flavor and not too sweet. I ended up getting a slice of pandan pie, which was insanely good. I had never tried pandan before, and Yvonne was so sweet explaining to me what it would taste like. It's amazing how incredible the food here tastes despite being vegan and gluten free. The shop itself is pretty small and does not have seating but there are a few tables and chairs outside. Highly highly recommend!!

    Birthday sugar feast :)

    update: everything is delicious. You can't go wrong. the cashew cheesecake is so good! the mini donuts taste like hostess donuts and bring back good memories from my childhood.

    Ready made selections
    Nancy Q.

    My family and I get cakes from Yvonne's because we have members with deathly allergies against dairy, nuts, and seeds. I'm talking the throat swells and closes up kind of allergies. So it was very important to find a bakery we could trust for our special occasions. We have peace of mind that any items with allergens are disclosed and items without allergens are really free of allergens. I got a confetti cake for my brother's birthday. I added $3 for the cake inscription. I later realized the inscription wasn't complete because the letter I was missing a dot and the letter T was missing a cross. That was a bit annoying considering other bakeries don't charge for inscription and didn't make these mistakes. The cake itself was very very moist and dense. The frosting was very sweet and buttery. A little bit of cake goes a long way. I got the 6 inch 2 layer cake for $72 and my family of 6 ate half of it because it is very dense and sugary. My family appreciated the sprinkles were colored by vegetables. Overall, the cakes are good for being vegan and on the expensive side. However, for my family, it's worth the peace of mind to enjoy an occasion without anyone having an allergic reaction.

    Plenty of 6 and 8 inch cakes are available at the shop
    Yooka E.

    I've been wanting to try Yvonne's for a while since my husband has a dairy allergy and sticks to vegan desserts. We got a 6-inch confetti cake and a slice of mint chocolate cake, but unfortunately, both were way too sweet for our taste. The frosting also stayed firm even after leaving the cake at room temperature overnight. I understand that making the perfect vegan frosting is tricky, but we've had smoother, better-textured vegan cakes before, so I know it's possible. Vegan cakes and baked goods are generally expensive, so I'd recommend trying a few slices or cupcakes first to find your favorite flavor before placing a custom order. That way, you can specify your preferences more accurately and get a cake that better matches your taste. I really like the aesthetic of their cakes, so I'm leaving this review neutral in the hope that they can improve the quality a bit.

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    Hannah O.

    D' freakin' licious! Coming from someone who's been trying to be vegan(ish) and gluten free-trying to fix some health issues, it's been a goal of mine to find places where I can indulge! This is guna be one of my staples because they have ube AND pandan pastries which are my FAV! This bakery is quite small, if you come in a big group it might get a little cramped. Gives off a cozy and old school feel. There is a parking lot ( I think you have to pay tho) across the street and street meter parking. Service was super nice. Friendly when asked questions. They even recognized me when I came in twice the same day lol.

    (Cupcakes, cake balls, cookies, loaves)
    Ashlyn R.

    I absolutely love this spot! They had such a wide variety of vegan/gluten free cookies, cupcakes, and cakes! The service was super friendly and the cute displays made everything look delicious! My favorite items were the cakes balls, they were super moist and tasted exactly like the regular cake balls you might order from Starbucks. If you're looking to find vegan/gluten free alternatives to your favorite desserts, definitely give this spot a try! :)

    May L.

    I was having trouble looking for a small gluten free cake for a friend's birthday when I found this vegan, gluten free bakery on yelp. I dropped in and picked up one of their GF birthday cakes for $28, not too bad for how it cute it was. I didn't get to try the cake itself but get to try some samples they had. I really couldn't tell it was vegan and gluten free. I ended up snagging an ube and a pandan cookie for the road that I enjoyed.

    Randy G.

    So many choices....and very good "bad" stuff...I use the term bad loosely meaning it isn't good for me just cuz it is Vegan but I love to support the business if possible. Especially if the stuff tastes good!!!!! I was walking by to go to the Jackalope Arts Fair and I saw this place walked in quickly to take a look and had a little sample of the coffee cake...it was really good so I told the gal I'd be back after I'm done with the Arts Fair..... Small little bakery where things are baked on site. I didn't get to meet the owner Yvonne I think she was in the back making things. True to my word I came back and I bought a Lemon Cake slice and some I think it was molasses cookies.... Dang these things were good and addicting....I'm glad I don't live nearby!

    Vanilla cake with raspberry frosting

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    Ask the Community - Yvonne's Vegan Kitchen

    Online order suggests 7 days notice for all orders. Are there ready made cake that I can just window shop and pick up if I swing by the store?

    I'm pretty sure they do, but I know for sure they have cupcakes and other desserts ready to pick up. And they offer samples each day of some of them!

    Hello! Do you have a shop in Pasadena for walk-ins?

    Hi there! Yes, our Pasadena storefront is now open at 11 W. Dayton Street in Pasadena, CA 91105. We are open Monday-Friday 7am-6pm, Saturdays from 9am-6pm, and Sundays from 11am-5pm.

    Are there any vegan and nut free options for cakes?

    Yes! All our cakes are vegan, gluten-free, and do not contain nuts!

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    My Vegan - It's delicious!

    My Vegan

    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    I walked in on a Sunday to make a to-go order. Service was friendly and my order was ready in less…read morethan 10min. I got the pad thai and it was literally the best one I've had!! Flavor was perfect, noodles were great and when I opened the package the food was still hot. The restaurant itself is small but has cute and cozy ambiance.

    Overall, just average. The papaya salad was decent and abundant in portion size, BUT tomatoes were…read morereally mushy . I would have preferred for it to have some kind of spice that lacked too. The drumsticks were the main item I visited for and they were good; however, they were on dowels vs. sugar cane... just a different vibe, not a deal breaker. Two issues with my visit here: 1. asked for a sweet chili sauce, but it has no chili in it, just a sugary sauce AND when I got my bill I was charged extra for the sauce but no mention of this when I ordered it. I have no issue paying for extra sauces 1. If the sauce is worth a hoot and 2. Awareness that I'm paying for it. Prices are a little high for the quality of food. The parking lot is a little undersized for the amount of businesses in the little strip mall area. One MAJOR complaint and issue 2. They claim the restroom is out of order (which I saw on previous reviewers posts, which was over 1 month ago)... idk how a business can operate without a restroom for customers. I get emergency situations, but how have they gone this long without a working restroom for customers? To make this situation even worse, it doesn't appear they have any neighboring businesses to partner with on this issue because if you need the restroom they tell you to go across the street to Trader Joe's. Next time I'm in the area, I'll just grab something from TJ's to eat and not worry about dining at My Vegan.

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    My Vegan - 环境

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    My Vegan - Spicy edamame, Tom Kah Soup

    Spicy edamame, Tom Kah Soup

    My Vegan - Spicy Basil Noodle with tofu

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    Spicy Basil Noodle with tofu

    Noodle St

    Noodle St

    4.4(1k reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Women-owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    After a long day of walking around, we decided to warm up at Noodle St. Being able to check-in with…read moreYelp was super helpful and gave us a good idea on wait time. Once we were seated, we were met with a friendly server who offered recommendations to our party depending on spice levels. I tried their beef fried rice and the portions were huge for the price! I had to get a braised egg and it made for such a great combo. I also tried their chili oil and loved how spicy it was. I wish there was a Noodle St. close to my city!

    My friends and I decided to try this place out after reading the wonderful reviews & seeing the…read morepictures of their dishes. I was also craving soup so this was the perfect option! We ordered their chicken wings, garlic string beans, spicy beef noodle soup, scallion pancakes, & beef scallion roll. The food came out within 10 minutes of ordering, which I appreciated since I was starving. The soup was packed with so much flavor & had a generous amount of knife cut noodles. The beef rolls had a nice light flavor to it & wasn't dry at all. The garlic string beans were PACKED with garlic, which was delicious. The chicken wings were a bit dry but nonetheless still pretty good. My friends really liked their scallion pancakes & devoured them all. Overall, I would definitely come back if I was ever in the area again. It definitely satisfied my cravings for Chinese food.

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    Noodle St - Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.

    Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.

    Noodle St - Dining room

    Dining room

    Noodle St - Beef Stir-Fry Noodles

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    Beef Stir-Fry Noodles

    Miya - Pad Thai...  excellent !!!

    Miya

    4.5(299 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    Super adorable Thai food shop in Altadena. The vibe and decor inside is extremely cozy and homey…read more They have retro posters and arcade games and old vintage toys decorating the store, which is super cute. We waited around 30 minutes to order and get our food and there were quite a few people in the store when we went on a weekend around 7 PM. We ordered the fried rice with chicken and pad Thai. The portions looked relatively small, but filled us up perfectly. We were a party of three but only ordered two entrée since we weren't that hungry. The fried rice was not too salty and was very well balanced, and the cucumbers added an amazing freshness. The pad Thai had a strong acidity to it, but we enjoyed the crispy pork belly it came with. Both of the entrées were not too oily or greasy. The rest of their menu looked amazing and I hope to be back to try it soon. They also have Thai tea which I am a sucker for, so I'll definitely be back to try that too. Overall, I'd recommend this place for some delicious, casual Thai food and good vibes.

    **Disclaimer--this is based on Miya food booth at Coachella 2026, not the actual restaurant…read morelocation** I went to Coachella Weekend 1 and Miya was actually my very first vendor meal there. I got their Spicy Shrimp Pad Thai and omg... it was lowkey one of the best pad thai I've had in a WHILE. And I don't say that lightly because I'm picky picky when it comes to pad thai. It's literally the one dish I always order at any Thai restaurant, so my standards is kinda up there. But also... this was in the middle of the desert at a music festival so ngl I didn't have high hopes lol. But their Spicy Shrimp Pad Thai was so good!! The flavor was super authentic, spicy, tangy, just hitting all the right notes. The noodles had that perfect chewiness, not clumped together so they know exactly what they doing with their food! The shrimp were big and tasted fresh and all the toppings: bean sprouts, grounded peanuts, and lime, just brought everything together so nicely. Also the staff were super sweet and friendly, and I got my food in likes 5 minutes, gave me more enough time to sit down and enjoy my pad thai while waiting for Sabrina Carpenter's stage setup. Miya's Pad Thai completely won me over at Coachella, it's sooo good to the point where now I actually wanna go visit the real restaurant if I'm ever around the Altadena area.

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    Miya - Inside - order first, get a number find a table

    Inside - order first, get a number find a table

    Miya - Fried Oyster Mushroom

    Fried Oyster Mushroom

    Miya - Thai Fried Chicken w/ Sticky Rice

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    Thai Fried Chicken w/ Sticky Rice

    Kismet Rotisserie - Schamltzy potatoes with garlic sauce

    Kismet Rotisserie

    4.2(69 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    I recently swung by Kismet (definitely not my first or last visit) and ordered the Half Chicken…read morePlate for two--hummus, wedge salad, pickles, two pitas, chili oil, and garlic sauce. It's the perfect shareable meal and worth every single penny. It's been a minute since I wrote a review, but these guys deserve the love. The photos I snapped don't do the chicken, salad, or any of the fixings justice, but trust me: if you're hunting for some of the best herb-roasted chicken in town, Kismet is a must-try. The name fits the vibe perfectly--meant to be. I'm picky about rotisserie/herb-roasted chicken and always benchmark against heavy hitters: Mi Piace's Prezzemolo (still my all-time favorite), the long-gone Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken from Cheesecake Factory's heyday, and more recently, Verde in Costa Mesa's killer Lemon & Sumac half chicken (easily top 3). Kismet's half chicken holds its own in that elite group. It's juicy, tender, and packed with bright Mediterranean flavor--a healthier, more refined take on the classic Zankou Chicken style I've loved forever. What pushes it over the edge for me is the quality: free-range, non-GMO, antibiotic-free, air-chilled, and raised right here in California. Bottom line: Kismet belongs on any serious "greatest herb-roasted chicken" list (at least mine). If you haven't tried it yet, go fix that. Highly recommend.

    I didn't want to write this review. I used to love Kismet. I tend to go on Thursday early…read moreafternoons. I had 2 other experiences prior to this where the chicken seemed off but I kept trusting it would be as good as it when I first had Kismet when it first opened back in March 2025. On May 7th, 2026 at 3:30 PM I ordered for pickup my usual meat and potatoes plate. Weirdly, the order was ready for pickup in a couple of minutes when usually it would be ready in 10 minutes which would have been less sketchy. I should have trusted my instincts. I walked in to pick up my order and there were zero customers around, usually there are a few customers eating at the tables. Sign that the quality has dwindled and the regulars aren't retuning. I get back home to treat myself (I spent $28 for the meal plus a drink.) Much to my dismay I opened the plate and was so disappointed. It was half of what normally comes in the box but the potatoes were stacked high and of course extremely oily. I was like ok let's just eat this because I don't have more time to find another place to get food plus I've already splurged. The chicken was undercooked and rubbery and came with no chicken breast like it normally does just some boney legs. Since I was so hungry and paid the extra money for "light" chicken I still ate it. I'm sick now, the night of May 8th I'm still on the toilet. Save your money and go to Zankou if you want good rotisserie chicken they've been doing it right in LA since the 80s. Or Costco; 5$ chicken unless you want a $32 dollar chicken here to make you and your family sick and poor.

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    Kismet Rotisserie - Interior

    Interior

    Kismet Rotisserie - Schmaltzy potatos

    Schmaltzy potatos

    Kismet Rotisserie - Seating

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    Seating

    Yvonne's Vegan Kitchen - desserts - Updated May 2026

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