Popped into Lucky Baldwin's for a quick bite after an absence of a good 10+ years. Happy to say…read moreit's still the same cozy, welcoming place, with friendly servers and a beer selection that's hard to beat -- possibly, it can't be beaten at all. That said, when I'm in a Pub I tend to go for Guinness or some kind of 1/2 & 1/2, and this time I chose Smithwick's with a Guinness topper. My bartender, Sarah, proffered a perfect poor, with a smile and a laugh, and I was ready for a good time. The menu is packed with traditional pub favorites plus other general sandwiches and salads, etc. I decided on their Reuben, which is built with Corned Beef, Swiss, Sauerkraut, both Russian AND Mustard, and it's served with fresh cut Fries. The sandwich was hearty and generously made, with flavorful corned beef boasting all the best of the pickling spices without too much salt -- the cook knows how to balance flavors. The sauerkraut and melty Swiss provided a rich, acidic contrast to the beef, an effect echoed by the blending of Russian with Brown Mustard. Then there was the bread -- an artisan rye with good flavor, appealing texture and just the right amount of fresh seeds to let you know this bread came from an oven not a bag. Fries were hand cut, as advertised, arriving hot and crispy with just the right dusting of salt -- a perfect match for the Reuben. This being Monday night, it was quiet on Colorado Blvd., and the restaurant had only a few people at dinner time. While this was a laid-back visit, I'm well aware the place can get busy and boisterous when people descend on their back-alley entrance, and it's hard to know which scenario would be better: the high energy pulse or the calm conversation. Best to come in multiple times for a proper scientific analysis (as well as several cold pints and a few very good meals).

First things first, I was told the corned beef and cabbage was a hearty serving, I only got 2 small…read moreslices....for $20!! I haven't been to Lucky Baldwin's Pub since my old town bar hoping days and was looking forward to a great St. Patrick's Day corned beef and cabbage meal. On the phone and in person the lady taking my order was very nice and helpful. When I asked if the corned beef and cabbage was a hearty portion she said yes, I will be satisfied. But when I received my order I was fully disappointed. Two small pieces of corned beef, bland tasteless cabbage, 1 small potato that was sliced into 4 pieces, and 3 slivers of a carrot. The cabbage was slightly chewy and did not have any flavor. It seemed like they boiled it without any spices. The potatoes and carrots were cooked great but also lacked any flavor. They added some type of white sauce, which I think was a very watered down, tasteless gravy. While the corned beef itself was delicious, the fact that for $20 I got two small pieces was unacceptable. Especially after I was told they have a hearty portion. I really wanted to give this place a good review because of the good memories, welcoming staff and fun ambiance, but to capitalize on a holiday by charging $20 for a small portion, they deserve the one star.

With a couple hours of free time in Pasadena, Stone Brewing Tap Room is a great place to stop for…read moresome drinks while getting laptop work done (they have wifi!), read a book, or doomscroll in a beautiful patio space watching comer & goers from the train station. I went solo but they have tables in tons of sizes so group hangs and dates are good here, too! Personally, I love a good people watching spot and enjoyed hanging out at Stone yesterday afternoon. I grabbed a tall two top in the corner of the outdoor patio and was super relaxed. The staff was great, helping me with recommendations and super quick & generous on the pours. I came in to try a 2016 Imperial Russian Stout I saw they had tapped and ended up trying taster size portions of 6 beers - all very solid. I'm biased to love deep cuts so the 10.6% Imperial Russian Stout was my fav of the day but I also enjoyed the lightness of the Stone Wil Power, a 4.5% fruited kettle sour with mango, tangerine and lychee. They have a ton of indoor seating but also the patio is just so nice & relaxing here. Very chill, quiet vibes and they open at 12pm on weekdays. Perfect atmosphere for work meetings or a liquid lunch meetup. Even the bathroom was cool with colorful grafitti abound. I liked the whole vibe of Stone. It's a cool brewery plopped down in the middle of Pasadena! For non-beer people, a Miller Lite is 4.2% in comparison so why not have a much tastier craft beer in place of that swill! Really enjoyed Stone Brewing in Pasadena and it was a perfect experience. I will absolutely be back!

It's been a long time since I've been here! My wife and I had some time to kill before our lunch…read morereservation at Houston's across the street and decided to stop by for a drink. When did they start selling frozen margaritas?! My wife loved hers! She's not so much a beer drinker, so this was perfect! I opted for the Stone Delicious Double IPA and it didn't disappoint. The "beertenders" were also great and offered recommendations from their vast menu of beers on tap. I also noticed that they still also fill growlers, which is amazing! I'll have to bring mine next time so that I can take some home for the ones that aren't bottled or canned. Parking is readily available underground and it was $1 for us being there almost an hour. Looks like parking is $1 for the first two hours and an additional $2 for each additional hour with a $12 max. Also, don't forget to download their app and register - there's currently a limited time promotion for 50% off your first pint!

Goat olives, I love josh, they are the best most kind and hospitable server. Love coming here on…read morewine Wednesday!!!!

Visited this place for an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting and it was so fun!! My aunt has…read morebeen wanting to try this place for a while so it was a fun afternoon activity. For the tasting we had an option of three tastings which could be any combination of olive oil and/or balsamic vinegar. Feeling overwhelmed by the choices, the worker was extremely helpful in recommending combinations. One of my favorite combos was the blackberry balsamic vinegar and basil olive oil! The bread served with it was hot and had the perfect outer crisp. We saw many others enjoying a full meal there with wine and I would definitely come back to try other things on the menu. You can also purchase bottles of olive oil and balsamic vinegar to take home and you can refill the bottles for a discounted price.

A cute quaint restaurant with a seasonal, rotating menu. We came on a Saturday night with a party…read moreof four, and I definitely recommend making a reservation since the space is intimate. The lamb dish was delicious! Full of flavor and a really generous portion. The house-made bread with a bbq butter is also a standout and not to be missed. My husband and sister-in-law especially loved the duck dish, big hit! We also really enjoyed the Save room for the apple pie!! Sooo good! Service was excellent, they were all attentive and friendly. Overall, a great neighborhood gem with thoughtfully prepared food and a cozy atmosphere

Went here on a date with my sister and was so happy. This place is TINY...so not ideal for big…read moreparties. However, they do make the space work and is so cute! We started out with a strawberry sofrita and burrata dish. This had some many herbs and spices in and and was and had a nice combo of sweet and salty. Also got a side of bread with it and dipped it in, so good! My sister got the spring risotto and was good but really rich. I got the catch of the day that was a halibut over jasmine rice that came in the smoked red sauce, so good and could have very easily shared it. I think what is most impressive about this place is the size of the kitchen. Everyone inside is pretty much eating at chefs table and really only separated by a counter that you can't sit at. Goes to show, you don't need a big kitchen to deliver old flavors like they did, well done! Will definitely be going back to try other dishes.

It had been a while since my last visit, and it was just as incredible as I remembered. I can't get…read moreenough of this place. We ordered the Gruyère poppers, scallops crudo, beet salad, braised cabbage, and steak, and finished with the strawberry trifle. Every single dish was outstanding. We almost added another protein, but our server wisely advised against it, and she was absolutely right. I truly love this restaurant and will definitely be back to work my way through the rest of the menu.

Alright, so I was a big fan of Agnes and I'm surprised I haven't written a review simply on the…read morefact that they have deep-fried cheese curds that rival some authentic Wisconsin spots. But this past weekend I sort of had a bit of a bummer of an experience. I ordered a small cheese platter for my wife and I to pick up for an at-home date night. I added some cheeses we loved when we were there in December - I dropped them in the notes of the order AND sent an email to confirm. When I didn't hear back I tried calling, which went straight to a recording. So, of course when I picked up the platter it wasn't what we wanted. I was told emails aren't answered on the weekend, they don't pick up the phone and they're still working out the system. Thwarted by three modes of communication. Pretty disappointing. And for the $120 price tag, I was a little underwhelmed. I probably would have been better off just buying the cheeses from them, and getting the crackers and the accoutrements somewhere else and assemble it myself at home. I'll probably still eat here because there are some solid dishes, and the back patio is a beautiful spot to bring the family (pup included), but I just won't be ordering a cheese platter again, unfortunately.

Closed Mon and Tuesdays but cute coffee shop and wine bar with complimentary popcorn! Chill vibes…read more There is a small lot or street parking available. HH runs front 4pm to 6pm I believe Wed- Sun on select wines (one white and one or two reds) and beers $5 plus tax. They serve pizza from next door and they have salad options as well. Wish they were open a little later!

Upon entering on a Sunday afternoon, I was surprised by the number of people! It was packed, which…read moreis impossible to tell as you approach the nondescript, quiet building. The chatter of people, live music, and mismatched furniture all evoke a feeling of comfort. I ordered the Sauvignon Blanc and was given a complimentary cup of delicious popcorn. As I sipped my wine and listened to the live jazz, I couldn't think of a better way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

We had such a wonderful experience at Mi Piace in Old Pasadena. The service was kind, efficient,…read moreand genuinely welcoming from start to finish. Our server, Rhonda, was friendly and attentive, and the owner, Armen, even stopped by our table to say hello -- a thoughtful touch that made the evening feel extra special. Our son who lives in LA treated us to dinner for my birthday while we're visiting this week from Oahu, and it truly was a celebration. The Italian cuisine was absolutely delicious, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. You can tell this restaurant takes pride in both its food and its hospitality. The ambiance was pleasant. Highly recommend Mi Piace for anyone looking for great food, warm service, and a memorable dining experience in Pasadena.

Food was great but we were too hungry to take any pics…read more Desserts are also delicious Great environment and great service, the owner event came to ask us how's the food taste... Will definitely coming back

This was a fabulous special date night and makes you feel like a rockstar. From the velvet rope to…read morethe speakeasy/literati vibe, this place feels swanky and sophisticated. You can almost imagine a 60s beatnik, decked out in a black beret and turtleneck, sitting in the corner, reading Thoreau. The charcuterie board was delicious and the wine lovely. Great for special occasions...or a last minute surprise, like it was for us!

Waiter Manuel. This…read moreis a review reflected on you, solely. Being kind is the moral of the story, from the beginning you were passive agressive with your comments and tone. Being in a party of 4 girls coming from high tea, we were dressed in elegant dresses, first comment was asking if we were coming from church, followed by eye flutters, short "okay" with an upward inflation to a joke about the day, an impatient comment about hurrying up and trying the wine while we were talking, asked for water when we were out, were left to pour the rest of our wine, didn't ask how the food was all the while was attentive to the table behind us, the cherry on top comment was when we were discussing the bill at the end, he was hovering at the table behind ours, then when we were ready, we asked to split the bill into 2, my portion on mine and the rest on another card, he then said "this isn't like a drive through, we can't do it that way" so I asked him to explain his comment, cause it was passive agressive and rude. After he wasnt able to becuase he wasnt expecting me to call out his rude comment, I had to then break it down and specify what I had ordered, he then sold "okayyyy....so how much, cause we don't itemize?" I had to again express for him to specify how they do it cause he has still yet to explain where his attitude is coming from and explain how they do their check splits, from my understanding it just felt like he wanted to play dumb and make me to the math, one I did he was like "ohh, okay" should have asked for the manager but we paid and left, I hasnt had this experience before being a returning customer, but he needs an attitude adjustment as his attitude was completely out of pocket. Do better Manuel, you alone got your place of work a 1 star. The rest of the staff was kind, facility beautiful and food and wine was good. This restaurant is not reflected in the 1 star.

This is always a guaranteed great hangout. Spacious indoor with lots of Dodgers games playing,…read morespacious outdoor with umbrellas and bench tables outdoors. Music not too loud. Food has something for everyone. Brunch menu available on the weekends. Parking right next door at the School House Garage. Pet-friendly. Fish and chips properly beer battered. Haven't had anything bad here.

Made it to Kings for a quick catch up with a friend. Space is large where there's 2 inside rooms…read moreplus an outdoor patio space. We ordered drinks at the bar and then decided to sit outside for a little quieter setting. I got a whiskey sour and it tasted good! It's a lively place!

I miss living in Pasadena and it's been quite some time since I've been here but here were my…read moreinitial thoughts on the drinks I had. The Ritten in Black was okay. Thought it tastes like coffee. The Pivo was light, easy to drink, and had no after taste! It was pretty good. Lastly, the Framboise was super fruity, but really good.

Stopped by on Saturday, 04/12/25 for dinner! We were seated immediately. Ordered the following:…read more - 4 Orale beers = $40 - 1 margarita flight = $35 - 1 calamari = $17 SUBTOTAL = $82 TAX = $8.38 TIP = $12.30 TOTAL = $102.68 ** paid by my amazing bf ** :') We wanted to order some nachos however they were out (all good). This place is a very special place and will forever warmth my heart to the fullest. I personally really enjoyed my margarita flight, and my boyfriend enjoyed his 4 beers.