I'm extremely disappointed with my experiences at Edwin Mills. The bar manager, Felix Chavez, was incredibly rude and condescending toward us, and what made it worse was the way his behavior seemed to be passed off as him just being "sassy." There's a big difference between being playful and making paying customers feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. Unfortunately, it also didn't feel like an isolated incident. On multiple visits, other bartenders have given us looks and made us feel as though our presence was an inconvenience. The overall attitude behind the bar has made what should be an enjoyable night out feel so awkward and unpleasant. Good hospitality is about making guests feel welcome and respected. I really hope management takes a closer look at the way customers are being treated, because no one should leave a restaurant feeling belittled or judged by the staff and we have read numerous reviews saying the exact same thing. Very disappointed in Felix... read more

My cousin and I tried Edwin Mills for the first time yesterday and it was great! We went on a Monday where most drinks and appetizers were half off! We sat at the bar for a couple hours drinking and having some appetizers. Loved it all. Felix was helping us behind the bar and he was super nice. Gave us some history about the building that was very cool. The building is beautiful inside and It used to be a horse stable back in the late 1800's. We enjoyed his drinks and chatting with him. He suggested we try the calamari and warm Brie and they were both fabulous. Definitely happy we came by! read more

The service and and ambiance of the establishment is great. Never had a problem with the servers in all of my times I have been here. Bryan for one is an amazing and outgoing worker who always greets my buddies and I. Food is also great, I personally recommend the burgers. All in all, if you enjoy Jazz and cheap but good liquor which I believe is Tuesdays and Thursdays, I highly recommend this place. read more

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I could say the first time we've been there it was awesome the burger and the secret sauce was perfect, but the second time I went there ot was around 3:40, one of the waiter told us they open at 4:00, we came back at 4:10 and they said they were not open! We could've changed a restaurant before. read more

Just happened to be walking around looking for Sunday brunch. This was one of the only few places open around 11am that didn't have an hour wait time. We were seated right away and they brought waters for the table. The brunch menu was small and there wasn't a lot of options but I opted for the Short Rib Chilaquiles. They came in a red sauce. Wasn't spicy at all but flavorful nonetheless. The tortilla chips were crispy and the eggs were perfectly runny. I do think this place is more a evening/late night spot. They do have different specials for different days of the week. Some tables were already reserved when we walked in so maybe best to call ahead for reservations for bigger parties. The noise level was pretty high and I had a hard time hearing the person in front of me once people started coming in and it got busier. But service was great, our server was friendly and came in to check in a few times to make sure we had everything we needed. I would definitely return for the chilaquiles. read more

Edwin Mills by Equator - Short rib chilaquiles with two over medium eggs - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

Was going to give this place a 3/5, but decided to give it an extra star because it is a 4/5 if you make it there for any of their specials including their super cheap Tuesday drinks and happy hours! read more

Edwin Mills by equator is one of my go to spots in Pasadena. Their happy hour specials truly can't be beaten ($3 martinis during the week, $22 bottomless mimosas during the weekend, half of appetizers, and more!) this is an eclectic spot with interesting art, comfortable seating and great outside seating options in the alley. The service is always on point and staff is always personable and has only ever added to my experience. I've never been disappointed by the food here either from their pork belly (5/5; delicious, perfectly cooked and amazing sauce) to their fluffcakes to their chilaquiles short ribs (5/5; great flavor. Awesome sauce and beautiful eggs on top). And every lychee flavored drink on their menu is delicious. This is one of my go to Pasadena spots for a reason! And I hope to keep going here for years to come. read more

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Food and drinks were amazing ! Service was quick and effective! The restaurant was so cute too. My partner and I got the brunch special with bottomless mimosas. Bee was our service and she was AMAZING!!! Definitely will be coming back ! read more

Came just for their steak and eggs order. It is always delicious. As for the service, B was very attentive and mindful...things that are rare nowadays. B was sweet, did not rush us and definitely took care of us. read more

This place is located in the heart of old town tucked away in an alley off of Green st and Colorado. It is a very intimate atmosphere with a bit of an eclectic decor. Went here for date night with my guy and the music set the tone perfectly. They have live Jazz music that adds a positive intimate vibe. The best meal we had was the Slow braised short rib with risotto , wow the meat just fell off the bone and it was tender and tasty. It was paired with a tasty risotto. So good. We also enjoyed our Dos fish tacos that were satisfying and unique. Will be back for more and curious about other items on the menu. read more

Edwin Mills by Equator - Fish tacos - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Edwin Mills is amazing. The staff were super nice and quick with service. Bottomless is 2 hours and the staff come over and tell you how much longer you have. There are two options for bottomless: one is OJ and the other is a bunch of flavors. The food is really good. I got the "that's a lot of protein" and it did not disappoint. Mimosas were amazing. I had peach and lychee. You can change the flavor after you finish a carafe. read more

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Love their outdoor set up, fast service and amazingly delicious food. Live music makes the experience romantic, alley tables give European vibe. Next time I will check out inside read more

Cute little restaurant in an alley way of Pasadena. Literally. The drinks were good but the food was mid for me. The ambience and jazz playing for Valentine week was a nice touch. I would be back for the drinks and atmosphere. Crispy wrapped fish (3/5) a little on the sweeter side and dry Bleu cheese wings (3/5) a bit overcooked and tough Baked brie with dried cranberry (3.5/5) missing a sweet component. I would suggest using cranberry compote or honey drizzle to add some flavor to the baked brie. Chocolate Flourless cake (5/5) ok this was the best dish of the night Lemon berry martini (4/5) not bad actually but a little too much juice. Mezcal sour (5/5) this one was pretty good. Smooth and tarty. Overall 3.5/5. read more

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Well, they ran out of my favorite short ribs. So instead I ordered two orders of short rib tacos. I could only eat one order of them so I planned to take the other two home. I was surprised when the sales person said they did not have the covers for the sauce cups. I found this to be a horrible oversight. The Music on the Musicians break was loud and irritating. I had to ask them to turn it down. I've been here many times, but this night was off. I'm sorry. I usually have wonderful experiences and not so many hiccups....but the server did hunt down some cups and brought them to me. Thanks. read more

I visited Edwin Mills by Equator in Pasadena with a very large group, and we had made reservations ahead of time since we were all meeting up after an event the night before. When I say large group, I mean large. People were seated at different tables, friends were rotating in and out of the group, new faces arriving while others were leaving. It was definitely a lively breakfast situation. The food was decent overall, I'd rate it about 3.5 out of 5. Unfortunately I can't remember exactly what I ordered, but I do remember enjoying the meal. One thing to note is that the food took a very long time to come out. The staff did seem overwhelmed, which is understandable given the size of our group and how much movement there was between tables. That said, in restaurant service there's usually a way to manage those moments through communication and overall presence. Sometimes facial expressions, tone, and body language can make a big difference in how the experience feels for guests. I will say they did try to make up for the delay and comped us with some free shots, which was appreciated. Honestly, the company I was with made the experience better, so we still had a good time. I'd rate the experience around 3 out of 5. I'd be open to coming back and trying the food again under more normal circumstances to give the restaurant a more balanced review. Flavor Profile (for reference): Umami-forward (savory, salty depth) Acidic or bright (tangy + sour) Pungent & intense (spicy + bitter notes) Drink Preference (for reference): Bitter-forward cocktails Balanced acidity Light sweetness only, not overly sugary read more

An incredible happy hour that makes me wonder how I have not I have not come here sooner. The happy hour on Friday is from 4-7 and they have $3 martinis, bottled/can beer and well drinks. Amazing. No food specials on Fridays (they have some during the other days of the week) but the food was great and so was the service. Will definitely be back. read more

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Stopped by Edwin Mills by Equator and had a solid experience overall. The food was okay, nothing that really stood out or felt rave-worthy, but not bad either. The tacos and fries were decent, and the calamari was fine, just nothing memorable. Where this place shines is the ambiance. It has a pretty cool vibe that makes it a fun spot to hang out, especially in the heart of Pasadena. The service was good as well friendly and attentive. Not a must-visit for the food alone, but a solid option if you're looking for a relaxed atmosphere with good service. read more

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Stopped by on Saturday, 11/23/24 for the first time during lunch! Please make a reservation prior to arrival as this place gets busy - can choose either indoor seating or outdoor. Ordered the following: - 3 bottomless mimosa (specialty) = $22 per mimosa ($66 total) / FREE REFILLS - UNLIMITED ON SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS FROM 11AM - 3PM! - 1 fried potatoes = $5 - 2 short rib tacos = $18 per entree ($36 total) - 1 braised short ribs chilaquilles = $19 SUBTOTAL = $126 TAX = $12.91 TIP = $10 OVERALL TOTAL = $148.91 The bottomless mimosas special is totally worth it. There are tons of flavors to try out as well: pomegranate, strawberry, strawberry lemonade, mango, strawberry coconut, french, peach, rasberry, cherry, cranberry, pineapple, lychee, apple. Overall, a great way to catch up with friends, family and loved ones. Fantastic atmosphere and good vibes only. My friends and I were wearing our UCLA & USC gear for the game, and it was a vibe. read more

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Came here for brunch for the first time and ordered from the brunch menu. We ordered chilaquiles and the breakfast burrito. Both were really good and recommended getting the chilaquiles, it also makes a great appetizer for a small group. B helped us and she was great and explained the menu well. It was fun vibes and would come back. It was a nice meal after shopping read more

Edwin Mills by Equator - chilaquiles & burrito - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

The place itself is cute, nice decor, nice location etc. The hostess seemed rushed and not exactly "friendly". 4 of us. 1 burger, 1 turkey burger, 1 Classic breakfast and 1 Fancy salad. Breakfast was whatever. Potatoes are great, everything else was just to meh. The salad is WAY TOO SWEET. Everything is sweet. There is zero savory and it gave me a wicked stomach ache shortly after. The burger havers seemed fine with their meal. Overall, it's not worth it to me. There are way more choices in Pasadena that are better read more

The waiter was awesome--friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service. Unfortunately, the food was a huge disappointment. Some of our meals were undercooked, which was very concerning. It was our first time trying this restaurant, and we were expecting a much better experience. Sadly, because of the quality of the food, this will also be our last visit. Hopefully they can improve their kitchen, because the service deserved better. read more

Bianca was fabulous!! She was very attentive and made sure our drinks were filled. Food and drinks were amazing. Definitely coming back read more

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Bee provided a FANTASTIC SERVICE. Super nice, very responsive, very accommodating, and the sweetest! Highly recommendable. Will come back for sure! read more

Edwin Mills by Equator - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

Amazing location in an awesome neighborhood and great spot in Pasadena. We came here for a friends birthday. There were seven of us and the staff was quick with setting up more tables and seats to accommodate us. The server came and took our drink order first. When drinks came around he missed one. When food was ordered it came out in a timely manner. Thereafter, we didnt get checked on nor serviced anymore. I stood up to ask a host to get our server and decided to ultimately to just leave. There was a neat band outside playing good tunes. Experience could have been way better read more

Great ambiance and friendly service. Food was bland for the most part, but the onion rings and drinks were enjoyable. I'd return for the drinks and the overall atmosphere. read more

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Extremely classist. Came with 2 friends, all young and appropriately dressed, yet still acknowledged with discriminatory bias from Alfredo. This server was extremely hostile and very prejudiced. He went back and forth with us over drinks (he's wrong and it came with no apology). Mind you- he wasn't our server. A nice young lady whose first day was today- was our server. She handed us our check and we tipped her generously. On the way out, in front of all other guests. Alfredo asks aloud, "you guys are leaving already? Did you even pay yet?" Right on par with his elitist behavior. Nasty energy and an uncomfortable environment. 1/10 stay away. Called to discuss with a manager, and Felix didn't even apologize. Super unprofessional and very class-biased environment. read more

I got the Edwin burger and it was OK. It was very big and the portions were good especially with the fries, but I personally did not like them bunch of barbecue sauce that they put on my burger. The ambience was nice. It was a really cute place outside of live music was playing after I ate there. I went to this place nearby called salt straw. I think ice cream and it was really good so if you are done eating and nearby, you should definitely go to salt and Shaw and Edwin burger too I guess. happy hour was good and the drinks were good and affordable a nice place to spend a Thursday evening in the patio seating and the servers are very nice. I recommended. read more

Edwin Mills by Equator - Edwin Burger - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

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My beloved 1st date place! In a very cozy alley in heart of old town Pasadena! Hard to rate them! Great service and live music on weekends but not very good food! So i would suggest to go there for a drink or two and enjoy live music( please tip the band, they are so underrated! read more

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We were really disappointed with our experience at Edwin Mills by Equator. We had reservations, but when we arrived we waited a long time at the host stand while multiple employees walked past without acknowledging us. When we stepped inside to ask, we were tersely told to go back outside with a snarky comment about "didn't we see the sign?" Food took a long time to come out, and when it did, the portions were tiny and overpriced. Service throughout the meal felt aloof. We asked if they did anything for birthdays and were told they offer cheesecake but when they brought two slices for our two birthday guests, they actually charged us for them. Overall, not recommended. read more

First time, last time. Food was a sold 3, service is hard to review because our server really tried but the other waiter brought us forks and said they have no knives. Ice tea with ice, margarita was basically juice, spoke to mgr to provide feedback in a kind way but didnt seem to worried that i was complaining. For level 3 over all service and food will not be coming back. read more

Great place!!! Really great live music. Fun atmosphere. Great service. Good drink menu and wine selection. Super fun culture being built here with real music made by real musicians. read more

Found this gem walking through Old Town Pasadena. Talented live jazz attracted us in for a couple drinks and late night appetizers. Ordered Fried Pickles which were tasty- a little salty, but wonderful with the Braised Pork Belly. Beautiful patio with cozy ambience and attentive service. read more

Edwin Mills by Equator - Talented live jazz z Ordered Fried Pickles and the Braised Pork Belly. - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California

Edwin Mills is one of my favorite spots in the Pasadena area! I was introduced to this restaurant by one of my friends and it quickly became one of my regular hangouts. The 3 dollar martini Tuesdays and Thursdays are great especially considering how expensive it is to go out these days. The food is delicious! I recommend the old time burger! Their French fries pair perfectly with one of their handcrafted drinks. The ambience is so unique. Nestled in an alleyway, Edwin mills transports you to a different place. Sitting amongst the old brick buildings with Jazz pouring into the night air is enough of a reason for me to come back. And if this weren't enough, the service makes you feel right at home. We've been coming here for about a year now and we have gotten to know Brian, Ally, and Sandy quite well. These individuals have been so warm and welcoming. They go above and beyond to make sure we have an enjoyable time. It is far better than the transactional experiences I have gotten from other restaurants. I can guarantee that if you make a trip to Edwin mills, you won't be disappointed. read more

The manager or shift lead idk who she is long black hair woman...she was extremely rude from the moment we walked up till the moment we left I've never in my life had that rude of service from someone who wasn't even our server...I even over heard her complain to our server about us which we did absolutely nothing wrong. The server we had was an absolute doll but that other lady kept giving dirty looks and when she came to take my bfs plate away she said in a rude voice to him are you going to hand it to me....like excuse me you're the one who offered to take his plate...will never come here again which sucks because the food was actually good. This review is only for that lady everything else was good. She made the experience so beyond uncomfortable I didn't even want to stay and finish my food so we left. read more

Bianca took really good care of us! Amazing customer service. Checked on us often and made great recommendations! read more

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Came here on a Tuesday for their amazing happy hour. How can you go wrong with $3 marinis which various different flavors. I had their onion rings as well and they were pretty tasty. Small place but I do like the ambiance! Highly recommend this place. read more

Always loved this place . 5 star review was long over due. Food is amazing, drinks are as good . Music and a band I think on weekends. My wife and I enjoy this place a lot. read more

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Well, we started out by sitting at a table where my husband's chair was completely wet by the air conditioning unit above. No apology by the hostess just a strange acknowledgement about my husband being drenched. Moved to another table, fine. Asked out server what was on a particular chicken sandwich (couldn't tell by the Yelp photos) I was told just the chicken and the hot sauce. WRONG! Sandwich came was drenched in mayo, lettuce and tomato. I ordered a side salad which was literally gooey. Had 1 bite. Also ordered a bloody Mary mix drink (no vodka)- $14- for that. When she picked up our plates and saw that I didn't touch my salad ( I told her it was gooey) and she said " oh ya, it's wilted. NO ADJUSTMENT at all on my bill- not ok- will not return- read more

Amazing place. Food came out fast and smelled and tasted incredible. Bottomless mimosas also came out quick and were so yummy. Bee offered fast and personable service. 10/10 would come back again! Great way to spend a Sunday. read more

Customer service was very attentive and the food was very good and hot. They made my fav drink which is sometimes hard to find on the west coast......my Black & Tan. I was so happy I drank 2 and watch the Bears beat Greenbay Packers.....best night ever. Then the music performance was spectacular and had everyone inside and outside dancing. Loved when he did Prince songs also. read more

Edwin Mills by Equator - Black & Tan! - New American Near Me - Pasadena, California