Art Lunch

Im not a breakfast food person, but I dream of going back…read more The place is small, but gorgeous. French salon meets art museum, along with classical music, good food and attentive service. I absolutely loved this place.

Russell's has been serving hearty breakfasts in Old Town Pasadena since 1930. My brother loved to…read morecome here but I've never been until recently. The décor is a little more upscale than your typical diner, and the menu features American-French cuisine. My friend and I were seated in a booth in the back. I was happy to see a variety of Champagne cocktails on the menu instead of just the standard mimosa. We opted for the Kir Royale and each ordered a side of fruit because we didn't want anything heavy. The Kir Royale was perfect and the fruit was fresh and sweet. Our server was a very nice lady. My friend and I enjoyed our light breakfast and our conversation since we hadn't seen each other in a while. Side note: This place is very popular so a 90-minute dining limit is enforced. *Adjacent parking garage.

Interior

Big breakfast

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Belgian Waffle

Popping Yolk Cafe

4.2(693 reviews)

0.2 mi

Came back again and ordered some of my favorites plus a few new things. I always go for the…read moreNorwegian Benedict and it did not disappoint. The smoked salmon was perfect, the egg was super runny just how I like it, and the potatoes were the perfect portion--crispy and flavorful. The salad on the side was also really refreshing and balanced everything out well. We also tried the smoked salmon omelette, and I would say this one was a bit underwhelming. It wasn't bad, but I expected more flavor. It ended up being my least favorite dish out of everything we ordered. For dessert, we got the toffee banana crepe with ube ice cream and wow... this was definitely the highlight. So good and we finished the whole thing. I would honestly come back just for this. The outdoor seating was really nice today not too hot, not too cold and there's plenty of space inside as well. You order at the front, and the cashiers were super friendly and checked in on us during our meal. Overall, a really nice spot. I'll definitely be back!

Ordered Doordash and my order arrived in less than an hour, which was pretty fast!…read more Menu had a good variety of burgers, benedicts, French toast, sandwiches, etc. Pricing was a little pricey but not too unreasonable. Expect to pay $20+ for most of the dishes Ordered the Avocado Benedict ($20.95) and it consisted of 2 egg muffins, topped with a poached egg, avocado, and ham, as well as a garden salad and country fried potatoes. One of the eggs arrived destroyed so it was already runny and the other one was a little overcooked so it wasn't perfectly poached as I was expecting but it wasn't too big of a deal. The ham was a little dry and salty but the avocado was very delicious and fresh. The egg muffin was quite cold and dry so it wasn't too enjoyable. The garden salad was pretty basic and just had some greens, corn, and tomatoes so nothing too special. The potatoes arrived cold, dry and slightly crunchy. It was extremely salty so it was hard to enjoy Overall, I thought the food was a little pricey and underwhelming unfortunately.

Cute decor

Avocado Benedict

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Arugula sandwich

Millie's Cafe - Pasadena

4.1(2.5k reviews)

2.2 mi

This place is delicious! They have a full vegan menu with lots of gluten-free options included! I…read morehadn't had gluten-free pancakes in so long and boy was my craving satisfied! Yum! Please note that this is probably the busiest breakfast spot in Pasadena, so arrive earlier in the morning or later in the afternoon if you're trying to get in sooner. What's really helpful is if you join the 'Yelp wait list' to see where you stand in line. The staff is exceptionally friendly. You will not be disappointed by this place!

Stopped by Millie's Cafe and overall had a solid experience. The portions are definitely on the…read morebigger side, which is always a plus, though the food itself was just okay. We ordered the country fried steak and the chicken & waffles benedict--the benedict was pretty decent and satisfying, but the country fried steak was a bit bland and could've used more flavor. The Blueberry Oat Matcha wasn't overly sweet, which I really liked--it had a nice balance. Service was great--our servers were attentive and helpful throughout. Just a heads up, it gets packed pretty quickly, so I'd recommend going early. I'd come back to try their chilaquiles next time.

Irish Egg Benedict and slutty bun

Chocolate chip pancakes and chilaquiles Benedict

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Country fried steak, Devil's mess, Chilaquiles Benedict and strawberry banana. @bunbaosibs

Copa Vida

4.1(2.2k reviews)

The bacon brekkie was 20/10. I think this was the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. I have…read morecome back multiple times for it, I think about it all the time lol. I have had the iced and hot vanilla latte here and I don't the coffee here.. so I basically only come here for the sandwich now.

I really wish that I liked Copa Vida more, but the coffee has always just been okay. The flavors…read moreare not very powerful and the portions are small. There is a lot of seating and it is near a large public parking facility. It does seem like a lot of people come here to study and work, so it can get very loud and crowded! Staff are usually too busy to chat, but they are happy to answer any questions about the menu.

Croque Madame

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Old Town Caffe

4.7(383 reviews)

1.0 mi

Family-owned & operated

Speaks Spanish

Date of visit: May 8, 2026…read more Selections: Lechera Waffle Chilaquiles Verdes Experience: I was craving waffles and decided to give this place a try after scrolling through the DoorDash app. This place drew me in because they offered chilaquiles too, so I got an order of lechera waffles and their chilaquiles verdes. The delivery took about 50 minutes to get to me after ordering and I was a bit nervous about how soggy both would be, especially the chilaquiles since I like when the chips are mostly hard still. I was pleasantly surprised and thankful that the salsa for the chilaquiles came on the side and though the waffle wasn't as crispy as I thought it would be, it was thick and fluffy and tasted great with the toppings. The salsa for the chilaquiles had a kick to them that I enjoyed and it went great with the cheese, red onions, and sunny side egg that came with it. I definitely would want to check this place out in person and try their other options as well!

I went with a friend to Old Town caffe. The cafe is located…read morein the second floor. There is a small adjacent parking lot. We came early in the morning and so we had no trouble finding parking spots. The cafe has a lot of indoor seating. It was clean and had cozy vibes. Their menu includes: breakfast burrito, egg croissants, ham & cheese Croissant, breakfast bagels, salmon scrambled, breakfast sandwiches, Chilaquiles, different types of waffles, pancakes, oatmeal, wraps, salads, vegan options, and more. They have a special menu for kids. In addition, they have fresh drinks, smoothies, lemonades, ice tea, latte, variety of coffee options ,and shakes. I got their chicken sausage burrito. The food was delicious and the portion was huge. My friend ordered a matcha latte and Huevos A La Mexicana. It had scrambled eggs, tomatoes, onion, with sides of potatoes and bread. We both enjoyed our breakfast. The service was very fast. The staff were nice and welcoming. It is a nice cafe to stop by and have a delicious breakfast or lunch. Would definitely come back!

Strawberry lemonade

Caramel blended with chocolate croissant

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Tea lattes

Nick's South Lake Avenue

4.5(2.2k reviews)

1.0 mi

•$$$

Made it to Nick's South Lake Avenue and it completely delivered on the experience people talk…read moreabout. Started the evening with the artichoke and a chilled pinot grigio, which set the tone perfectly. The filet was cooked exactly as ordered tender, flavorful, and easily the standout of the night alongside asparagus that was simple and perfectly prepared. What really elevated the evening was the atmosphere. The soft lighting throughout the restaurant gave everything a warm, relaxed feel without being too dark or overly trendy. It created the kind of setting where you can actually slow down, enjoy your meal, and have an incredible conversation without feeling rushed. The service matched the ambiance perfectly: attentive, polished, and genuinely welcoming from beginning to end. Between the food, the ambiance, and the overall energy of the restaurant, it felt like one of those rare dinners where every detail came together naturally. Definitely a spot worth returning to.

Saw this restaurant on Yelp and booked a reservation for Mother's Day brunch. Since it was on a…read moreSunday, parking was free. I was very surprised the whole place looked very fancy, yet the prices were very, very reasonable. Our server, Giovanni, went above and beyond. Top-notch service overall. We were very happy with our experience and would highly recommend this place!

Asparagus Fries | A Nick's Original

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Oh La La

Delicious food and great service. Refreshing atmosphere. Will definitely be back. Great bakery tooread more

really good their breakfast croissant was amazing and a good size. i also tired their matcha latte…read moreand was very good too!

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Union Street French Café

4.7(272 reviews)

"Prepared every morning" but NOT "cooked to order" as your staff repeatedly mentioned that they…read morecould not remove the ham as everything is "pre-assembled." Leaving no option for the customer to make changes... thus NOT cooked to order As I mentioned in my review, the coffee was NOT fulfilled as requested because your staff ran out of an ingredient for the coffee and didn't bother to tell us. I don't know what "candy" you're on about... Here's some constructive criticism - I recommend you take your time and read reviews carefully My review is not inaccurate because it is based off MY experience and to me it SEEMED that the food was not fresh if your staff can't assemble bread, cheese, ham, and an egg on the fly.

We stopped by based on prior reviews. Corner cafe on Union street. Parking just down the street…read more A chalk board greets you and as we walked in smiles and "welcome" were had. We grabbed a corner table inside though there is a lovely outdoor seating area. You order at the counter and wait for your food. Several teas offered along with quiches, crepes, croissants and salads. I got their salmon spinach quiche and hubby had the ham and cheese in a croissant. Not gonna lie was worried about a fishy flavor but my first bite was savory, buttery and delicious. Bravo! Hubby tore into his croissant and I never got a bite. It's ok. Loved my quiche. My salad had a tad too much acid (vinegar heavy) so I'd work that for the future. Truly a gem of a place.

Jardin Green Tea.

Canelé de Bordeaux!!!

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Caneles / tradicional cake from Bordeaux

The Reyn

4.2(1.1k reviews)

1.2 mi

Great simple diner! Service is very friendly and fast, solid food all around, and a buzzing…read moreatmosphere. Putting into my rotation of local spots for breakfast. Get a side of banana bread to go.

Excellent prices, delicious no frills food and fast service, you cannot go wrong here. The Reyn has…read morebeen a staple in Pasadena for decades there's plenty of parking behind the restaurant. They are known for their banana bread which you can sub for any toast order but more importantly for good value. This beloved spot can have over an hour wait on the weekends so come early! The hash browns are crispy and the t-bone is well seasoned and cooked to perfection. Their pancakes are amazing as well, not buttermilk and not doughy just yum! This spot is nothing flashy just a traditional diner full of locals and food served with love.

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Sour dough toast

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Bone Kettle

4.1(2.9k reviews)

•$$$

Family-owned & operated

Happy hour specials

The food was amazingly delicious…read more Wife and I came to try the brunch as wife has been wanting to come. The appetizer we opted to get bone marrow. Let me tell you, this place has beautiful selection of bone marrows. The bone marrow was fatty, buttery, and melts in your mouth with the sliced baguette. I would recommend getting the rendang omelet. The rendang packed inside omelet crossed my mind as weird initially as I am more used to eating it with rice. But the flavor profile worked and loved every minute of it. Park in the raymond parking structure nearby, easy parking.

We were walking around Old Pasadena looking for a late lunch spot on Saturday after 1:30pm and…read morestumbled upon Kettle Bone. It seemed quite popular, so we decided to give it a try. To start, we ordered the Bali Chilaquiles (Asian-style nachos). They came out pretty quickly and were absolutely delicious! Highly recommend those if you go. Unfortunately, the rest of our experience completely went downhill. We also ordered the Passion Orange Guava French Toast, but it never arrived. While we were sitting there waiting, three different hosts came by to check if we were still waiting for something. After a long 30-minute wait, we just couldn't wait any longer and decided to cancel it. When we told our server to cancel the French toast and just bring us the check, he suddenly rushed out with the French toast immediately. It was obvious it had been sitting around because it wasn't fresh or hot. We asked for a to-go box, but the biggest shock came when we looked at the bill, they had already automatically included a 20% tip. Even though the nachos were amazing, the terrible service wait time and the automatic gratuity for a party of two left a really bad taste in my mouth. I won't be coming back.