This is was my first time at Republik coffee and it was such a great experience. The environment is…read moreperfect for studying or meeting a friend. I ordered the pink guava refresher which is made with coconut milk, guava puree, & blueberries. It was really delicious, and reminded me of the Starbucks pink drink but a million times better They also serve alcohol and have a gluten free pastry option. Can't wait to come back and try the pumpkin cheesecake latte.

Ordered UberEats since this used to be one of my favorite spots to order from but I haven't ordered…read morefrom them in several years so thought I'd give it a try! Got the Chicken Pesto Panini ($18) and it was pretty good. It was slightly too oily but the ingredients tasted very fresh. The chicken was a little dry and would have been better if it was more moist but not a big deal. Really enjoyed how the panini was packed with flavor and tasted delicious! The Matcha Latte ($7) was so disappointing. I requested it with less ice and less sweet so I got it 80% full. It literally tasted like milk and I couldn't taste any matcha at all unfortunately. They used to use very high quality matcha but the matcha used now is completely different. I was really looking forward to enjoying the matcha latte because it used to be one of my favorites but this was most likely the worst matcha latte I've had. Overall, the panini was good but the matcha wasn't good at all so I will definitely not get the matcha again!

Friendly service. I like that they have pastries, burritos, breakfast sandwiches, and a variety of…read moredrinks (matcha, coffees, teas, hot cocoa). The baristas make sure they make each drink carefully and allow you the chance to try it before you head out. There's plenty of seating. Some long bar tables, benches, and a sofa. It was quite loud inside on a Saturday so good to know if you need a quiet place to work. I saw quite a few people working on laptops as well as groups of people catching up. The front door has a sign stating that the entrance is wheelchair accessible. They also have a gender neutral bathroom.

Love their mint mojito - wait times can be a while during the weekends or rush hour…read more I honestly never know where to park when I come here. People are pretty friendly - it can be a bit noisy if you're trying to work here

A Cute Little Coffee Spot in Pasadena!…read more Tucked across the street from PCC, Danbi Coffee is such a cute little cafe! I was lucky enough to find street parking nearby, which is always a win in Pasadena. The cafe is bright, clean, and airy, with plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, making it a great spot to grab coffee and snacks, study, get some work done, or simply chill and relax. I stopped by after work and ordered an Einspänner (Vienna Cream Coffee) along with two salted breads: cream corn and chocolate. Everything was delicious, and the coffee was a lovely treat after a long workday. Service was quick and friendly, too! Between the inviting atmosphere, tasty drinks and pastries, and comfortable seating, Danbi Coffee is definitely worth checking out. A sweet little spot to add to your Pasadena cafe list!

Danbi was an okay experience, just your typical cafe with your normal students & casual meetings in…read morethe background. I had the einspanner w/oatmilk! First sip I did taste the strong espresso; however after mixing it was pretty smooth and tasty. Throughout the afternoon I felt the caffeine level decreasing. So adequate for a short pick me up, not recommended to get you through the rest of your day. Cafe was cute & aesthetic, parking is available on the side of the streets and in the back!

Came on a Saturday morning after taking my mom to a doctors appt with her and my 1 year old…read moredaughter. We were looking for a casual spot with good food and fun and delicious coffee drinks. This did not disappoint! I got the pandan latte. Definitely heavier on the vanilla flavor but the pandan still comes through. My mom got the crème brulee latte and it was probably one of the better ones I've had. It wasn't just sweet - you could get the essence of that burnt sugar topping. For food we had the spam kimchi cheese croissant and it was so good! The croissant was nice and flaky. There was the perfect ratio of filling. It is a very craveable sandwich. All of this in itself deserved a 5 star review already, but one more thing happened I need to mention. We were just about to leave and I wanted a straw in my drink. I want to put it in the lid and instead I spilled it all over the counter. A woman who I presumed to be the owner immediately came over to clean the mess and told the girl at the counter to remake me a new drink. Given I was taking care of my mom and my daughter today, that small kindness meant a lot to me. Overall, highly recommend Dash. Good coffee and good people.

I've been to Dash a few times and have enjoyed it almost every time. One time my coffee was burnt,…read morebut that was the only negative experience. I love their pandan latte and their creme brulee latte. The creme brulee is on the sweeter side, so when I'm in the mood for that it's perfect. The service is quick and there's not many seats inside. The parking lot is tiny so parking situation is tough. I've had to park on the side streets before. Overall, Dash is a solid spot to check out!

Wildly popular bakery/patisserie located in Pasadena. This place got on my radar cause I saw that…read morethey were one of the best croissants/chocolate croissants in the Los Angeles area. I was in the area and wanted something light for breakfast and remembered that I've been wanting to come here. Parking was pretty easy to find on the street since it was early in the day. The line was almost out the door when I got there, but relatively short from what I've heard. Plus it moved pretty quickly. The people here were friendly and the space had an artsy vibe to it. Of course, I had to get the chocolate croissant and I also ordered a coffee to go with it. It was buttery, flaky, and had a good amount of chocolate. Definitely a gem of a place located in Pasadena. Would love to come back and try some more of their goods.

I normally take pictures of the food and the place, but I don't think I did this place justice so I…read moredidn't include them. This place is known for their artisanal chocolates as well as their chocolate and even regular croissants. I thought I was a croissant person, but today I found out that I am not a dessert croissant person. I ironically find the chocolate bars decent and was underwhelmed by the chocolate croissant. I am also realizing that I may not be a huge chocolate person recently. I don't like to waste food so I found myself just trying to stuff it into my mouth to get it over with. I will come back again for a regular croissant. My friends and family all rave about the croissants from this place having one of the best croissants in town. I wish I could tell you that I lived that experience to tell the tale. I got an iced honey latte with oat milk that was delicious though. Service was okay. They were nice enough. I didn't have much interaction besides the transaction, so I cannot speak too much on this? The place looks ideal for people to sit and do some work or study. Some customers kind of block the only pathways around though to no fault of the franchise. It's just young people not really having spatial awareness when out in public. In summary, I had just an okay experience. Gave this place 4 stars for the iced honey latte with oat milk.

A little gem in Pasadena! I'm so happy we ended up choosing this spot for breakfast! It has its own…read moreparking lot (huge bonus in downtown Pasadena)! The wait time wasn't too crazy on a Saturday morning, we waited 20 minutes for a party of 5. The sitting area is a bit small, but they do offer in-door and out-door seating. It does get busy, but the food and drinks are definitely worth it! Let's get to it! The COFFEE was so good! I got a hot mazapan latte, which I was little scared would be sweet! But it wasn't, the flavor was balanced and you could enjoy the coffee and nuttiness of the mazapan. My friends got a vanilla latte and a white chocolate latte! They also emphasized how good the coffee was, all three were the perfect balance of coffee, milk and sweetness. BREAKFAST-wise, their menu has so many great options! Everything looks very delicious, from the burrito to the waffles! I ended up getting the chilaquiles verdes and let me just say I'm already thinking of going back soon for them! The tortilla chips were still crunchy, I didn't even have one soggy one! The green salsa had a nice kick to it, not overly spicy but just right! I added chorizo to mine and that just completed the dish for me! I typically prefer red chilaquiles but these were SO GOOD!

My friend and I came in at around 1pm on a Sunday and the wait wasn't bad, just 15 minutes for a…read moretable. There is a parking lot in the back, which is really great in Pasadena. The staff was kind and attentive even though I can see how busy it was. You order your meal first then you get seated at a table. We were seated outside and it was cute. Salmon Avocado: They put a lot of salmon on the bread. It was filling! The onions gave a nice crunch and added much flavor to the dish. I personally liked it, it was fine. Lechera waffle: It was really good. The waffle was soft and fluffy. It had condensed milk and lots of strawberries and bananas. The strawberries were sweet. Potatoes: Seasoned well and crunchy yet soft in the inside. Very solid potatoes. I would come again!

Love this little cute place. High quality specialty coffee. I came here with family For a nice cozy…read moreafternoon.

Excellent ambiance for working! Outlets are readily available, great working music, and seating is…read morecomfortable. I ordered a pumpkin mocha, which I thought was quite sweet despite my sweet tooth, so I would consider that going forward. They also have a rewards system which is always a great incentive.

Off busy Colorado Blvd, one block from the Pasadena Playhouse is Home Brewed. Even on a busy (and…read morehot) Sunday afternoon, it's patio is a quiet, shady nook with soft, eclectic music playing. The coffee is first rate. The chocolate chip scone I had was crispy and wonderful. (Thank goodness they only had one left or I would have had two!) The coffees they featured on the day I was there were Maple Oat and a Sweet and Salty PB (peanut butter) Latte. If those drinks are as good as the mocha they made me, they should be great. My server, Onyx, was very friendly and welcoming -- and was a quick beverage maker. And other staff seemed nice as well. I would happily come to a show early to allow me time to visit here. (I live an hour from here, so, sadly, I won't be haunting their patio.)

Possibly the filthiest bathroom I have ever used. It was filled with flies. I came right after they…read moreopened and used the bathroom after ordering. The trash was overflowing onto the floor so obviously it hadn't been cleaned that day or the previous one and the walls were dirty. The rest of the store was almost as gross. The trash can outside the bathroom was so sticky I didn't want to put garbage in it. The coffee drinks were super sweet like Starbucks drinks. If you like Dutch Bros, maybe you would like this. Definitely not a coffee shop for people that like coffee.

I feel like it's rare nowadays to find a coffee shop that has actually good coffee + good seating…read more Copa Vida is a classic and for good reason! They have 2 units' worth of seating space so order at the counter and just find a space to sit. They'll call your name for you to pickup unless you order a food item. Americano ($4)-- Good espresso! It wasn't mine so not much to mention haha Latte ($5.5)-- Super smooth, good ratio of espresso to milk! It was just such a good classic latte. Not too milky and espresso was good not burnt/crazy acidic or anything. Mocha ($6.5)-- The mocha is real dark chocolate vs something like Hershey's syrup. You can definitely taste the difference! Good ratio of espresso and milk and I liked the dark chocolate! But if you're used to super sweet mochas then this isn't for you! Pretty reasonable prices for Pasadena no? Or am I just used to everything being expensive. But here the vibes are really nice. They have WiFi and outlets too so lots of people had a wfh set up. There's just so much seating and enough space in between where it doesn't feel cramped.

It had been a long time probably before COVID since my last visit to Copa Vida. I recently met up…read morewith couple friends for Sunday brunch and was surprised to see they've expanded into the space next door. The place was packed, and we were lucky enough to grab the last available table. I ordered the stacked pancake breakfast along with an iced matcha latte, which was refreshing after a workout class nearby. My husband chose the brisket lunch burrito. Our food took quite a while to arrive, close to 30 mins! But the staff was very apologetic and even brought us a complimentary muffin while we waited. The pancakes were light, fluffy, and delicious. I swapped the bacon for tofu, and it made for a satisfying breakfast. However, my husband wasn't as impressed with his brisket burrito, saying it was a bit dry. Based on this visit, I'd recommend sticking with the breakfast items, pastries, and of course, the coffee. Copa Vida still makes a great cup of coffee!

Love the fluffy egg sandos with unique Asian flare! The eggs are light and fluffy and not rich or…read moregreasy. I loved the floss and didn't adore the mentaiko but I'm so glad I tried. The Ube matcha was a great combo! Not too sweet! The service is lovely and the tables stay clean/spotless!

It's a cute spot, but man, it's expensive for what you get. $40 for two egg sandwich orders and two…read moredrinks. The male staff member wasn't very friendly, but the woman was sweet. Milk substitutions are free of charge. Matcha Latte - Pretty sweet. It's good, but you can taste the sweetener more than the matcha. The matcha flavor is pretty subtle, in my opinion. Iced Honeycomb Latte (Oat Milk) - Strong espresso flavor without being bitter. It has honeycomb on top. I enjoyed this more than the matcha latte. Egg Sandwiches - They're tasty, but nothing special. The plain egg sandwich doesn't really taste like much and wasn't very seasoned. The okonomiyaki one has more flavor.