10 1/4 is a hidden cocktail bar located underneath Freddie's 35er, a popular Dodgers bar. To get here, not only do you have to go to the back of The 35er and go down the stairs, you ignore the tiki bar in front of you and make an immediately right U-turn. You reach a phone booth, pick up the phone, and wait for someone to buzz you in. This bar is different from the other two bars as it's smaller, more intimate, and focused on craft cocktails. On nights and weekends though, it can still get busy. We ordered a variety of drinks and liked the menta milk punch ($18), last word ($18), and queen's park swizzle ($16). This was my first time here and I would be interested in coming back and also check out the tiki bar too. This is a cool place to go as part of your bar hopping in Old Town Pasadena. read more

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We went here on a Wednesday night which I can imagine is much quieter than on a weekend. I heard about 35er from a coworker but when I saw they have a speakeasy downstairs, we had to check it out. When you enter the 35er, you take the stairs (closer to the back door) and there's a phone booth. Pick up the phone and the bartender will ask how many in your party before letting you in. The space is small. Some reviews mentioned tiki bar and this is not a tiki bar, it's a speakeasy. They have a cocktail menu and a full bar for well/cocktails. Great place for a small group. read more

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Everything about this bar is fantastic. From the moment you walk in, there's a sultry, intimate atmosphere that instantly elevates the night and makes it feel like an occasion. The lighting is low and flattering, and the entire space feels thoughtfully curated rather than thrown together. The cocktails are truly delicious! Balanced, creative, and clearly crafted with precision. You can taste the intention behind each drink, whether you stick with a classic or try something more adventurous. The decor is just as compelling: moody, textured, and full of interesting details that give the space personality without feeling overdone. It's the kind of place where you settle in, lose track of time, and leave feeling like the evening was something special rather than just another night out. read more

Very sleek decor, but won't come back due to the bartender experience. It was one of those rare occasions when a drink was not to someone in our party's liking... upon returning it to the bar and respectfully requesting a different drink, the bartender questioned our motives, our drinking experience, and made us a ridiculous "offer" to charge us $12 for another drink. Not trying to get something for nothing, but certainly made to feel that way. So instead of doing the industry standard thing and making a new drink (and most likely earning our return business for years to come), you lost us for good. Hope it was worth it! read more

Tonight's adventure to visit 10 1/4 on Colorado Blvd in Pasadena was so completely worthwhile. You enter the raucous dive bar called the 35er and then go downstairs to find a phone booth. From there you pick up the phone and listen for the bar back to ask you how many are in your party. Generally it's advised that your party should be six or fewer--and its first come first served because the max capacity is 30. We thoroughly enjoyed our seats at the bar where we admired Riley's mixology skills and Marcus' stories about the history of the venue. We ordered an Old Fashioned and a Madcap to start with, followed by a Sazerac and a Pendennis Club (an off-the-menu apricot delight to the senses recommended by Riley). 10 1/4 has everything you could want in a speakeasy from the cool way you gain entrance, to the expertise of seasoned bartenders, to the intimate dimlit setting with 1930s style music in the background to set the mood. We may not be locals, but we'll definitely be back!! read more

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I'm 100% here for the ambiance and milk punch because it is super easy to drink as long as you like mint. Especially if you like mint and chip ice cream :) I came with a group of 8 and it was a bit odd fitting into this space. I recc going as a small group (4 or less, 2 is perfect because they have there half tables...) Bartenders are super chill and really know their stuff. Overall, would come here again read more

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A hidden gem tucked beneath 35er in Old Town Pasadena -- just pick up the phone in the booth to get in! The space is cozy and filled up quickly around 8:30, so arriving early is a good idea. The drinks were creative and well-balanced. I especially loved the Menta Milk Punch -- smooth, refreshing, and full of flavor. Definitely worth a visit if you're into speakeasy vibes and unique cocktails. read more

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Went here to get drinks on a Wednesday night. We couldn't figure out where the stairs down to the entrance was so we were standing around until another group walked by & we followed them. Down the stairs, there is a "phone booth" where you pick up the phone & tell them how many in your party. You push open the wall of the phone booth & voila! It's a very small, dimly lit speakeasy with about 6 or 7 small tables. There's counter seating but there was a group of people in their running gear - I assume they're part of the Pasadena Pacers that I saw running earlier. I found that odd, I wouldn't be going for drinks after I ran because I'd be sick but then again, I'm out of shape! LOL! They had some specialty cocktails & mocktails, didn't particularly find mine that great. The decor was African Safari?? This place seems to have regulars that hang out for a drink & leave. Overall, it's interesting but I don't think I would make an effort to come back unless I had out-of-town friends who wanted to bar hop. And with the stairs, it's not handicap accessible. read more

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Nice cozy layout. A lot quieter than upstairs. Drinks were good. And service was good. I'd definitely come back read more

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This is a cute little Speakeasy tucked away in the bottom floor of the always fun 35er bar. Walk into the phone booth, pick up the phone, and wait until someone answers and gives you access in. It's very small so it does get full fast. The bartender was polite, not overly friendly, but with him being the only one making drinks, I can understand why the niceties aren't all that important. I can't remember the name of the drink I ordered, but my friend had a dirty martini and we were both happy with our drinks. I would come again, though it would not be my first choice as far as a speakeasy. I would probably just stick to the 35er upstairs. read more

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This place is exactly the type of bar I'd open. A secret speakeasy hidden underneath another bar, the vibe was classy but ultra chill, the service was exemplary, and the drinks were delicious. The bar has a hidden entrance. I won't spoil it for you, but I was a little disappointed that when I mentioned it to the bouncer, he told us exactly what to do. I would've preferred a hint, rather than step-by-step instructions. Stepping inside feels exactly as exclusive as it should. I was immediately at home under the low lights with gentle music and quiet conversations humming around us. We could barely see the menu, which was fine because the bartender was the kind of person who could give you what you want just by asking a few questions about your tastes. As the night wore on, the place filled up, so get there early, and strike up a conversation with the bartender - you'll get some good recommendations. I will absolutely make a point to visit every time I'm in Pasadena. read more

Ok, this place was such an amazing hidden gem I almost don't want to write a review for it and want to keep it my little secret. Speakeasy under the 35er that holds about 30 people. Went on a Saturday night and it surprisingly wasn't too too packed. Bartenders were great, drinks were great, atmosphere was great. I can't say enough good things about this place. Absolutely want to sneak back! read more

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Had frequented this bar multiple times, tbh it was my favorite in Pasadena until this past weekend. A group of friends and I went here and started the night with a $100+ order. My friend forgot she had a beatbox in her pocket and she set it on the table while we all talked and had our drinks. About 5 minutes later security comes up to us and tells us that we have to leave the bar entirely not just 10 1/4 but the 35er bar they had already grabbed the beatbox and threw it away. It was an honest mistake by my friend she felt so bad the rest of the night, but we literally had to chug our drinks and security walked us out like we had commited the worst crime ever. Even though the drinks are great and the bartenders I thought were cool I will never be coming back here again. read more

coming into 10 1/4 was such a unique experience! if my friend didn't know about this place, I would have never known about a place like this. 10 1/4 is located within the 35er bar downstairs past the tiki bar. inside, the location is relatively small so I would recommend coming a little earlier if you have a bigger party, but people do come in and out relatively often. I got the floradora and it looked beautiful and tasted great! it was fruity and refreshing and wasn't too strong for me as I'm not a huge fan of strong alcoholic drinks. I will definitely be returning with some friends again! read more

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Dark chill atmosphere once you find your way to this bar. Once you are actually inside, I would exercise patience. There isn't alot of seating as it is a more intimate environment. In addition, seemed like there was only one bartender making drinks. I had the old-fashioned, which tasted a bit watered down. There's plenty of options, so maybe I should have been more explorative. As a side note, 20% gratuity gets added on for bills over $100. If you are having trouble finding the bar, just go downstairs from the sportsbar and go the opposite direction of the tiki bar. There should be a little phone booth cutout where you can request entry. read more

Dimly-lit, somewhat secret speakeasy. Coin/resin countertop bar. Drinks that you wouldn't find anywhere else in the city (I don't drink but my friends who do told me), and exceptional customer service with reasonable drinks. What else could you ask for? Somewhat of a secret entrance, but all I'll say is that there is a a phone booth and you must do something in it to be granted access to this exclusive speakeasy. read more

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Came here on a Saturday night with a friend looking for a speakeasy! This place is well hidden in a bar inside a bar! You have to find the telephone booth downstairs and will have to get through the telephone call to enter the bar. The space is quite tight and limited tables, but the vibes are great! Definitely would come back again for more in the future. read more

Love this hidden bar，it was a romantic raining day. Chill atmosphere，not laud at all. read more

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Edder was the bartender of the night and was awesome! We loved the Menta Milk Punch which tasted like mint chocolate, and Siesta cocktails. We had shots of mezcal too! Call the phone booth to be let in! Find a cozy seat at a table or the bar. Arrive early to get a seat on a Saturday night! Will definitely be back! read more

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My favorite little happy place to visit in the evening and take friends to and watch them be delighted by the discovery as well. The cocktail with oat milk (forgot its name) is my absolute favorite. It's such a surprise! Several people who have tried it also loved it and said they will be getting that one next time. The ambience here is pretty special. It feels secretive and magical and relaxing, and so many other things, all at once. The bartender is pretty interesting as well, and if he's not busy, does enjoy having a little chat about the place or his cocktail inventions. PS. The coin/resin bar is gorgeous, especially with the dim amber lighting! read more

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Cool vibe. Bartender was bit of a connoisseur. He knew his stuff. Cocktails were on point. Will definitely be back.

Came here for the first time the other night with friends and had the best time. Getting inside is so cool. Inside is dimly lit and small but super cute. There is a single bathroom inside so you don't need to exit and go upstairs. Tables and chairs plus bar seating. The bar top is so pretty and fits the vibe. They have a great selection of drinks on the menu and the bartender knew how to make a drink. So fun watching them mix everything in front of you with precise expertise. Any tab over $100 they automatically add gratuity which makes it super easy when checking out. I will definitely be back. Love a good speakeasy and they did it right. read more

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Oooooh okay, so we knew that 10 1/4 is a speakeasy and expected a little bit of a journey to get there. But what we didn't expect was a bar inside a bar inside a bar. Barception. You'll enter through The 35er, which, if I'm being honest, isn't really my scene (way too bright for a bar at night - honestly, why?). Walk straight through to the back, look for the stairs marked with a sign that says "Phone", head down, then do a sharp U-turn over your right shoulder, otherwise you'll end up at Don's Colorado Grotto, a tiki bar! Also cute, but not what we came for. There, you'll find the wooden phone booth. Pick up the phone, let it ring, and someone will answer and ask how many people are in your party. Then, they'll instruct you in. Now, they say they screen for crowd control, but honestly, they just kept letting folks in. The space is tiny, so if you're claustrophobic, you may want to reconsider or plan for a very short stay. Once you're in, you'll see an impressive wall of bottles, including some collectible picks. The bartenders definitely have skill and put effort into the technique. But some of the drinks were a bit light-handed. We didn't come here to black out, but we also didn't come here for expensive juice, you know? Here's what we tried: - 10 1/4 Old Fashioned: Somehow watery?? Not sure how that even happened. - Floor is Lava: Tasty, but felt like juice. I had a beer beforehand and still felt nothing. - Clover Club: Tasted like cough syrup to me. A bit more boozy than the others though. - Penicillin: Finally, a drink with balance. Smooth and well made. - Sazerac: The best drink of the night. Beautiful anise flavor, great finish, actually felt like a proper cocktail. P.S. The bar counter has real dimes (10) and quarters (1/4) sealed into it. Get it?? read more

This has been me and my boyfriend's favorite bar in Pasadena for the past couple years. The vibe is cozy, personal, and chill--great decor and lighting. I love how hidden it is, especially the extra step of phoning in for access. The mint drink is my absolute favorite and would crave it on a cold night. The bartender is efficient, even when it's a busy night and he's the only one there so major kudos to him! He is also the bouncer so be patient if they don't let you in right away. It is a small room so when it's packed, it could get cramped.Overall, 10/10 would recommend, whether it's your only bar for the night or the one you have your nightcap in after galavanting in Pasadena. read more

Came here on a first date. Atmosphere was great. Drinks are a little pricey but it's Pasadena and they're worth it. Date didn't workout but will definitely be back read more

We love speakeasies and are trying to find all of them wherever we are hanging out. Tonight we were having dinner in Burbank when I searched for nearby speakeasies and came across this place in Pasadena. I love Pasadena and I keep forgetting about hanging out over this way! We stopped by on Sunday night 8/25 around 9:30pm. The bartender was operating everything single hand.. the secret door and greeting people and making drinks in a timely fashion. Very impressive. It wasn't super busy but the perfect amount of crowd. He was super nice! We will definitely come back again! We loved the drinks and the vibes. read more

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My group was up for an adventure, and this spot delivered. Here is your treasure map to finding the 10 1/4 Pasadena, speakeasy bar. I hope I'm not violating any confidentiality. You need to go into the 35er Bar, which is a Dodger haven on gameday. After a quick ID check, you will immediately be greeted by an extensive Dodger bobblehead collection. Good chance you will hear some heavy metal music playing as the 35er has some fun, rough edges. You will find sports memoribilia throughout with homage to the Dodgers, Kings and Raiders. So, go past the billiards tables, located in the back, and down the stairs, you will see a sign that says, 'phone,' you will need to make a private call in an innocuous phone both, which has a false wall/door that opens after you tell them how many people are in your party. It is a rather small bar with a unique theme. I thought it was like something out of Disneyland, with dank lighting and a heavy monkey and elephant theme. The decor added to the unique experience, and they make great scratch drinks. On this night, mix master, Freddie T was fast at work. We enjoyed a round of really strong drinks and then continued our adventure. What we did not realize is that there is a 3rd component to the 35er Bar, a Tiki bar. It was appropriately themed with Tiki decor, Hawaiian music, and a complimentary lei. There is an additional back stairwell to get out, or down, whatever the case. It is conspicuously positioned behind the bobblehead display wall, which we missed on our way in. This entire location and experience was really fun. An additional highlight was meeting "Beachy" who is a TikTok famous parakeet who was touring the area with his owner. What an adventure! read more

I really wish I could give this place five stars cause I was so excited to find this on Yelp, but I was so turned off by security here. 10 1/4 Pasadena is located inside the 35er. We went here for a drink with some friends and was excited to have found this on Yelp. It was a bit challenging to find which was part of the thrill, but when my husband found it, it was actually between some kegs that were doors which we though was the entrance. Unknowingly, we opened the door and all of a sudden security rushed us and yelled at us. I completely understand now that it wasn't the main entrance of the bar, but we didn't need to be yelled at like we were children. When we finally made it inside, seems like everyone had the same idea as us. It was dim and packed, which could possibly make for a good vibe, but we ended up walking right out of there into the bar outside which had more of a tiki vibe. Security here is gross. read more

Love this hidden gem in the DENA! If you haven't been to 10 1/4 yet, treat yourself (if you can figure out how to get there). Freddie is the man and he's always bustin' out BANGERS! I have yet to try a drink I didn't like there. Be patient because it can get busy, but I promise the drinks are worth it! Their whiskey collection is pretty insane, they have some bottles you won't find anywhere else in the city. Dim lit speakeasy vibes and classic jams from the 20s, check this place out for sure! read more

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the way to enter this place was pretty cool and so the interior and ambiance inside was even cooler!! the drinks were alright but i personally do not know much about drinks. i got the clover club (bottom of image) and it was perfect for me since i don't like too much alcohol taste--it was sweet and fresh. the bartender was also kind! read more

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Now this is a speakeasy! Hidden away, intimate, cozy vibe. You're in good hands with a professional mixologist who has perfected his craft. This place saved our night out. Every drink I had was impressive and delicious. Almost hate to let the secret out, but it definitely deserves a glowing review. I'll let you figure out how to get in though. read more

I have to say that this is my fave new bar in the SGV. At least it's new to me and I prefer this over The Speakeasy down the street. It's very cool how you get in and it's gatekept by the bartender who ensures that he can handle the capacity within the smaller secret room. I love the mood of the bar and the music. IT was relaxing, chill, and everyone was very easygoing within that space. The 3 of us sat at the bar and got to see the bartender and bar back at work. Yeah... people spoke past us and got their orders in, but it wasn't much of a bother since people were polite and the bartender was fast in making his tasty drinks. Overall, the drinks were great! I didn't care for the toki highball, but I realized I don't care for toki highballs in general LOL so that's on me. Um... why ruin a whiskey like that? Anyway, I'm happy I don't have to go to DTLA for some good cocktails in a lowkey environment. read more

love the energy. warm, intimate space with cozy christmas music. some crowds can be quite loud but it's real vibey otherwise. great place to sip and chat. read more

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Dark and cozy atmosphere with strong and tasty drinks. Located at the bottom of the 35er. read more

Walked through 35r to get downstairs - once downstairs you walk into the phone booth. Use the phone booth to call and advise how many guests are are with you. Once you hear a buzz sound you enter. Great cocktail selection. Ordered lava drink wit rum - delicious! Highly recommend if in Pasadena ! read more

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Tiny secret bar with a deliciously clandestine atmosphere. Drinks are superb, but come at a premium price. Be prepared to wait for the bartender to notice you, it may take a while. read more

This place hits all the right notes. Sometimes you go to a speakeasy, and it feels like an expensive gimmick. It's exciting to have that feeling of discovering a hidden gem - but if the drinks are meh, I won't be back. That being said, I will absolutely be back to 10 1/4. It gets very crowded in this little bar, but we were still able to snag a table. It reminded me a bit of Pirates of the Caribbean ride at Disneyland - warm, kind of humid with all the people tucked in, a little magical. The drinks were freaking good. The bartenders know what they're doing and they do their magic while also being personable and attentive. I had a friend tell me about this place and it was the best drink she's ever had. I can see how she's say that - it's a beautiful balanced cocktail! I will say, I didn't taste much alcohol in mine or my friends menthe cocktail. Only the old Royal had that hint. Not necessarily a bad thing for me, as I gravitate towards clear liquor anyhow, but heads up for those that like to taste that alcohol a bit more. I'll definitely be back. read more

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My girlfriends and I went downstairs from the 35'er bar, then went into the Tiki bar and realized it's not the right one, and turned around and found the phone booth to enter. The place was small and cozy, decor was interesting, and the bar had lots of drinks. Glad that they had so many whiskey options! read more

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A hidden gem located inside 35er. Go downstairs, open the booth, pick up the phone, respond to the question, and the door will magically open. They serve craft cocktails and specialize in Whiskey. ::Drinks:: It's a small room with dimmed lights and a couple of tables. The cocktail menu has a Pasadena theme. One of my favorite drinks is called The Fair Oaks which has tequila, orange, lime, and tamarind. I also like The Los Robles, it has mezcal, lime, grapefruit, and Aperol. If you like mezcal or tequila, ask for the Naked and Famous. Do you want to be entertained? Try the Penicillin and make sure to get your camera ready! ::Customer Service:: Freddie is the man!! He creates unique cocktails containing flavorful and unique ingredients. Mila is friendly and has an upbeat attitude. ::Tips:: -Make the call! ~wink~ -It can get cold inside so it's perfect during summer and a little chilly for winter ::M's Notes:: -Indoor Seating -Parking: Street, Lot, Garage read more

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Such a cool speakeasy! I stumbled across this speakeasy downstairs of 35er last year and recently returned. You go through a telephone booth to enter the speakeasy. Although small, it has a dark and intimate ambiance. The bartenders are passionate about making the drinks and put so much time and effort to curate each cocktail. You can smell the whiskey as you are waiting. My favorite so far has to be their expresso martini! read more

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