A cute coffee & sandwich spot with a small town feel, and the folks running Ginger bake the goods daily while presenting an ever-rotating eclectic collection of small gifts and picnic supplies ready for patrons who want to dine alfresco in the park across the street (which has a kids' playground as well). It's clean, friendly, and a place I'll return to. read more

Ginger Corner Market - The view of the market when coming up Michigan from the south (from Del Mar) facing north (towards Cordova). - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Ginger Corner Market is not just another sandwich store. It's an experience. Coming from Texas, I was impressed with the amount of healthy food options in SoCal, so perhaps this is something people in California are used to. The looks: It's small and cozy, and there's a glass display full of cupcakes and delicious fresh breads made in the house. In the back, there's a little market, as promised. Everything is unique and perfect for the soul looking for something that looks genuine and from the heart. The food: Sandwiches don't sound super unique, but these are each individually crafted. The prices are pretty decent. One word of caution--if you order a sandwich suspend expectations. I picked some ingredients out because I wasn't used to them, but maybe they're a thing in Cali. The chicken pot pie also was a bit surprising but tasted so real. The service: Absolutely great. The ladies making the food were nice and clearly loved working there. Why do I give this place only four stars, then, if it's so great? It was a lovely place and great food for small meetings, but not somewhere I'd visit often. It's like home-cooked food, but not what I'm used to. Definitely a place you should try for yourself at least once for a weekend brunch, though! (: read more

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Very cute neighborhood cafe. Had the tuna sandwich and bought a soda and tortilla chips for $11. I would say that's about standard for lunch. I came here as a recommendation and ordered over the phone. My order was ready when I got there, and my sandwich was ok. I would recommend no mayo in the tuna which has mayo already in the tuna. All sandwiches come with a pickle on the side. All other extras are extra. I like the location and the"corner store and deli thing" they have going on. read more

Ginger Corner Market - Tuna - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

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This place is a great place local spot, where I can get really good food for a really good price! The employees are really nice and thoughtful. The selection might seem small but everything is delicious from their sandwiches, drinks, soup, and pastries all freshly made! read more

Ginger Corner Market - 1/2 BLT with egg and veggie soup with side of pickles - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

There coffees are pretty good for a little hole in the wall spot. But there sandwichs are I want to say really bad to be polite. I love there little corner of goods. Also some of the most unfriendly people work there including the owner. Never a smile on her face. That's not how I would want to be greeted. read more

I love this little sandwich spot. It's quaint and charming, and the shop is filled with sweet little kick-knacks, a refrigerator of milks, and baked sweets of the day. They also have a small amount of cute outdoor seating available. They offer a good variety of simple sandwiches, served on all kinds of breads and paired amazingly with their house pickles, and sauces or jams. The Ham and Brie sandwich is amazing; and the only change I would have made in ordering the Roast Beef sandwich would be to ask for it toasted. But my favorite of all was the baked Cherry clafoutis, damn. Will definitely be returning. read more

Went in here looking for a sandwich and walked away with two delicious desserts and a sandwich. I had the raspberry lemon bar, a strawberry bread pudding, and the chicken salad sandwich. Everything was delicious!!! I can't wait to come Back! And street parking is pretty easy to find and you can walk across the street to the park with your food too! read more

I'm giving this two stars because this place has so much potential. There are three things that I think taste very good. They are the the lattes, the chopped wedge salad and the chicken salad sandwhich. Some of the baked goods are excellent, but it is a complete hit and miss. Some of the cakes can be dry. Having said that, I'm all done trying this place. The rude, boderline hostile staff must be purposeful as they are all equally so. They do not care if your order takes a hundred years, if they ran out of the food you ordered and forgot to tell you, or if there hostility has made you too intimidated to ask about the lovely baked items that they cannot be bothered to label. It is a bummer because I would love to walk here from work all of the time. I just don't have the time or energy to give this place a shot again. read more

Absolutely adore this spot! I live 3 doors down from them and come in on my days off to get coffee and a sandwich. The staff is extremely friendly and make a mean tuna sandwich! They also have a very diverse selection of baked goods as well as sodas, wines, and beers. Thank you guys for being open!!! read more

Great atmosphere. Great food. Great people. This funky, neighborhood corner cafe is a treasure, especially for those of us who live nearby. Let's be sure to support Ginger. CalTech is closed for COVID-19 and much of Ginger's lunch business most likely is gone. Take a walk. Phone in for take out. Order a cake. Have a BLT. Get a cup of coffee. Buy some "Embarassmints." Let's keep Ginger going strong! read more

I had ham and cheese with mushrooms and it was one of the best sandwiches I had for a while. I recommend this place for sure! read more

Ginger Corner Market - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Had a great pastrami on rye...they added coleslaw, first for me. It was very good. It isn't a Jewish deli, but tasty. She made it with love. I feet it. Yummy. They also stock retro style toys. Cherry Pepsi in a bottle, pastries, can't go wrong. The received a four star because of the darn dogs. It shouldn't be a petco. I have a GSD, therefore, it isn't like I am against them. Just not sanitary to bring animals and cause cross-contamination. read more

Ginger Corner Market - Retro goodies - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

The food was average and the selection was very small. but the service was really terrible!!! The women behind the counter simply hate people! Or at least, definitely, hate her job. I would never come back to this place!!! Stay away. read more

I walk by this place almost everyday. Due to Covid they have short hours which is super unfortunate. They are always closed but today I lucked out and they were open! I was able to go in and get an iced latte with almond milk. It was well priced and tasted great. I think this store has so much potential! It has a great local neighborhood location, good interior and exterior space, and it is super cute inside. I hope they are able to stay in business and continue to grow post Covid. I think it has the potential to be a great neighborhood spot like Little Flower. read more

Stumbled across this place on my morning walk and was overwhelmed with a comforting feeling as soon as I walked in the door. Growing up in a small town, stores like this that were family operated and quaint were the norm and I immediately felt a sense of calm. The food has been absolutely amazing every time I have gone. I highly recommend the Apple cinnamon breakfast sandwich, SO GOOD! Anyways this place is a hidden gem with a charm that other chain coffee shops or "trendy" spots will never be able to match. Highly highly recommend and so happy to be able to support a family business. read more

Great little hole in the wall with the best peanut butter cookies and great salads and sandwiches.

This place is delicious. It's my go-to sandwich place in the area. The BLT is to die for and their special sandwiches are fantastic also. Today I had a special pot roast sandwich, which was a hot sandwich with shredded beef, cheese, some kind of onions, and herb mashed potatoes. My girlfriend said I couldn't stop nodding at my own sandwich; that's how good it was. Also, the pickled sides, great. And make sure to save room for dessert. I personally love any of their bread puddings warmed up. If I'm getting the BLT, I save some bacon pieces to have with my bread pudding. It's a delicious combo. The customer service has always been great for me. The staff is friendly and welcoming, exactly what I'd hope for in a neighborhood spot. read more

this place is the worst! the poor cook had to double duty as cook and counter while a woman, who i suppose is ginger carried on a conversation with a vendor and couldn't be bothered to say hello. i liked it his place better when it was the liquor store and deli booooooo!! read more

I'd like to give another star or two because the food and baked goods are so yummy, but the customer service is terrible. Would it kill you to smile or say have a good day? Honestly, if it were an isolated incident I wouldn't be writing the review, but every time I've been in they have been rude. The food is good and it's super convenient to my work, but there are no feel good interactions happening at this place. Get your smiles and love at Sunlife Organics down the street. read more

We came here for a little snack. It looks like a family own market and restaurant. They have special sammi everyday, so we ordered the house special sammi and blackberry mint lemonade. The drink was good, neither too sweet nor too sour, I like it, plus it's free refilled, it's just $2, who doesn't like it. Unfortunately, they forgot our order :( until I asked. The lady came over and gave us cookie as apology. (The cookie was not bad, very soft). The sandwich was turkey Reuben which was mediocre, not very impressed, we felt the gas after eating it. By the way, our clothes could really soak in the smell from the open kitchen :( read more

Ginger Corner Market - Turkey Reuben - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

So excited I found you. Cucumber lemonade Beet Salad Quick and very pleasant service! I'm definitely coming back. read more

Tried again. The iced coffee tastes delicious. The people I brought liked the charming atmosphere However, it's like they train their staff to have no charm and force them to guess what the pastries are based on appearance. Last time I went, they didn't know what flavor of cake they were selling. This time was worse. Here's how today went: I went to the counter three seperate times over the course of a couple hours for coffee and then a scone and to buy a coffee and cookie for a friend who joined me. Over the course of the morning, three different young employees were present. From the first employee, I sensed no hostility, but no desire to to acknowledge you with a hello. She was almost pretending that I wasn't there waiting to order. I said hi and she nearly walked past the register without replying. She eventually stopped but never replied. The second employee seemed to have no will to live. I asked what flavor the scone was. She told me it was maple walnut. I ordered it, bit into it and immediately tasted a different flavor. I thought it was ginger and rosemary and told her so. She scowled at me and told me it was maple walnut. I pointed her to observe the piece of candy ginger and the lack of walnuts. She said, "Oh did you want maple walnut?" implying that I had the option of just eating that one. "Yes," I replied. She then told me with a scowl that it wasn't ginger and rosemary it was just ginger and then threw it away. No apology for the mix up though she got the maple walnut for me. The whole experience in her mind was obviously completely my fault. (By the way, this is dangerous for people with allergies. If this had been reverse someone could have ordered ginger and had walnut). Around this time my friend comes in and he waits to inquire about a cookie. The second employee and a third just continue to ignore us standing right in front of them and walk back and forth around the tiny kitchen in plain view. Finally the second employee comes back and we order the cookie. Maybe I'm too old school, but it seems like the charm of this place is completely defeated by the atrociously unfriendly, unmotivated, easily irritated staff. I seriously feel bad for the owner, except that he/she could easily suggest some customer service standards. Or maybe he/she is seriously underpaying them and they are feeling dreadful every day? It's just not the vibe you want from a cute shop by a bright sunny park. I want this place to stick around as it has potential. My hope is the owner reads this and helps to train the young folks that work there. read more

Ginger's family market. Right next to Grant Park! This is a great little country store! It has had a complete redo from the old sandwich shop that's had been here since I was a Kidd called Eddies Market. The all new Gingers has a very homey feel to it. You can get a home cooked meal from friendly owners Liz and Linda, a Mother Daughter team and their nice employees who are also sisters! The fresh baked cookies, and breads & pastries are always good, and many times great! The baked goods change daily depending on owner Liz's whims of the season, but there's always something good! The sandwiches and salads everything is fresh made like the side salads that come with every sandwich. My favorite sandwich is the BLT with a fried runny egg, dripping down all it's golden deliciousness after they slice it in two! They make the BLT with a brown sugar spicy glaze bacon made daily too! Lots of good stuff to find everyday. It's also a great place to take the kids with Grant park right across the street. Or take your food there and enjoy the park on a sunny day! Well worth a visit daily for coffee and fresh baked good! Just let me know if this review was helpful if you think I'm right! read more

The place is cute but with such a limited menu (baked goods and sandwiches and soup), everything's gotta deliver and it sure didn't. One morning, I came to pick up breakfast goodies. Things were more dessert-like than breakfasty, but I took a slice of banana bread and two peanut butter cookies. The banana bread was dense with a thick crust, like it was over baked and the two cookies were hard. read more

Little Lauren at the cash register either doesnt want to be working today or could use some customer service training. Cool neighborhood location but lacks the warm, cozy, neighbor feel. I ordered the last slice of chocolate cake. Because it was the only one in the case I asked if it was the last slice AND if it was fresh. Lauren, coldly said that it was. The cake was super dry like it had been sitting out for days. I returned it immediately & of course Lauren tried to explain how it was fresh. lol. After getting a refund I told her have a good day - Lauren ignored me. read more

Absolutely exquisite experience! Went here with my boyfriend today after he nearly pled that I give it a try. Let me make this clear, I do not like sandwiches, but Ginger's sandwiches are from another planet--of divinity! I ordered the ham and brie with grilled fig on sourdough and was pleasantly surprised when the sandwich arrived and the brie was freshly melted (not congealed like 99% of other places): absolutely ooey gooey, dripping into the virtually weightless thickly sliced sourdough and subtly subduing the bitter crunch of fresh arugula. The fig balanced out the flavor quartet with a barbecued sweetness. I only ate half the sandwich (wanting to save the other half for an afternoon snack I could savor in private ecstasy), and one of the workers promptly offered to wrap it for me to go. When she returned I saw an egg nog cookie neatly tucked into the bag and my smile could not be contained! Hours later, I have finished my sandwich which was even yummy cold from the fridge. This may have made the cookie a little tough but that's ok with me as it was para gratis after all. My lone criticism is that for the 20 minutes in the cafe there was no music playing which created a bit of an awkward interplay from the quiet sounds of the kitchen and our rustling of deli papers. The gorgeous layout and fascinating merchandise helped keep us comfortable and soon enough some light music came on the speakers. I'm coming back tomorrow in the hopes that there will be more Beer & Cheese Soup that I didn't get to try but was on the menu today--sounds unbelievable, but I'm hoping it is just as incredible as the rest of my experience at Ginger's Corner Market. read more

Whaaaaat!!?? How long have I lived here, and I had no clue Ginger Corner Market was even here. It's a cafe, it's a deli, it's a general store for hipsters who suffer from faux-celiac disease. Walking in, there was this amazing smell filling the shop. It was this warm, sweet and comforting scent...like fresh baked, homemade stuffing. It was my first time, so I walked past the counter to their market. Filled with more gluten-free snack options than you've ever seen within 30 square feet. But, by the time you feel overwhelmed by all of this healthy hummus, chia chips and so on, the amazing scent of what's cooking punches you in the face and makes you want to head to the counter and order something! Maybe I just came on a great day... I'll be back. ______________________ Notes: * Bankers' Hours, M-F 8-6, Sat & Sun 10-5...if you have a regular 9-5, you'll probably never get to go. * I love that they have craft beer options, but hate that the most affordable option is a 6-pack for $11. * Plenty of seating if you're dining in. * Street parking is fairly limited. read more

I really really want to love this place. It's in my neighborhood and we have ridden our bikes here three times now and every time I've given it a blank slate. The best part is the cute little store in the back. I can't bring myself to go back any time soon because of our experiences. The waitresses have spent the last two trips here gossiping so loudly like high schoolers that we couldn't even enjoy our lunch. They were not personable and rushed and just gabbed on and on so loudly. The food really isn't very good either. The kale salad is really bad. Bitter and I usually love kale salads. I tried the Brie and ham last time I was there and none of the Brie rind was cut off so I ate a lot of wax and had to take apart the sandwich to eat it. I love supporting local and this place should be charming and lovely but it just isn't. It needs better management and a different wait staff. read more

Wow, did the area around Cal Tech need this! The coffee and baked goods are superb. Wonderful, fresh ingredients, nifty store with retro candy and a great soda selection, PLUS lovely service. Finally! It's a perfect spot to pick up a picnic lunch and hang out in the park across the street. PS To the dude concerned about dogs: I've been three times and never saw a dog. Also, welcome to LA! How long have you eaten in SoCal, since dogs are omnipresent in restaurants here?! read more

Very watered down lemonade, came out tasting like water with a little sweetness to it but no taste of lemon at all. Disappointed for the $4 I paid, I think the jug had been sitting with ice in it for a while even though it was only 10 AM My sandwich was also pretty expensive and came on very cheap bread. They could make the bread in house since they bake other goods? Also just a dry sandwich read more

Old school sandwich shops still exist!!! Best sandwich, service and cute space for any goodies! They sell cute cards/groceries and amazing pastries great for a lunch treat with anything from sugar cane old fashioned sodas or a healthy alternative like their on tap Kombucha. Love the people and the food here. read more

Cute little place with great sandwiches. Sandwiches made to order. Very tasty. Need to try their cookies which looked fantastic! I love supporting small business and this one is worth your time. read more

Such a gem! I love coming to Ginger Corner Market for a sandwich and unusual drink. Tucked away across from a park (with a very nice playground) this business is something you would expect to find in a small town along the older stretches of Route 66. Simple and delicious sandwiches and salads as well as pastries and some cakes, all baked fresh in-house. The fridges have a nice selection of beverages along with some craft sodas and ginger beers. The back of the market has some shelves with candy, whimsical gifts & small toys. About 6 tables indoors and additional tables on the sidewalk. I recommend the ham& brie sandwich with fig spread, always delicious. read more

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! Walking into Ginger market takes me a step back in time back when neighborhood establishments were the norm and the friendly people who operated them were your friends. No corporate planning here. Ginger Market is down to earth and the coffee and food here is as wonderful as all the other the positive reviews claim. When I stop in I normally have the turkey sandwich and an awesome bacon brownie when they're available. When I need some sweets I come here. When I need a good lunch I come here. Coffee on the go? I come here. When I need drinks or snacks for the nephews and nieces I come here, etc. Lots of other little "gifty" items around the shop too. I like to support locally operated small businesses like this. I feel small neighborhood stops like this are great for the psychology of the neighborhood. This place rocks! read more

This is absolutely my favorite lunch spot in the area by FAR. Their food is fresh, delicious, and affordable for the quality that you get. The coffee is also absolutely amazing. I always get a BLT with an egg on it and it gives me LIFE. I don't know what they do to make the bacon taste so amazing but it's addicting. The pickled veggies on the side are also a nice touch. It's small inside, but honey, and I love the little things they sell in the market portion. I love, love, love this spot. read more

I was feeling super lazy to get food and deal with parking. So I remembered passing this place by and bookmarking the business. Ginger corner market is located in a residential area across the street from a park. So, thanks to my laziness I decided to give this place a try. The parking is super convenient and there was plenty of spaces. I made a to go order for the ham and brie sandwich with white figs and a tomato soup. The savoriness from the ham and aoli sauce, creaminess from the brie cheese, and sweetness from the figs really worked nicely together. The soup gave everything a nice acidy taste. My meal was delicious and everything was fresh. I am planning to come back. Inside the cute store, they sell wine, beverages, knick knacks like jewelry, cards, wine, etc. I was too hungry to look around. So I cant wait to come back. This store is so darn cute! Perfect for meeting with friends, going in for alone time, or spending the afternoon drinking coffee :) plenty of seats outside as well! read more

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3.5 stars rounded up. I really like Ginger Corner Market's concept of being a small neighborhood cafe. It took over the old Eddie's market and re-vamped it into this quaint vintage eatery across from a park. It's tucked away ... only noticed by locals and spread through by word of mouth.... if there were anything that should have "hidden gem" on it, it's this place. They serve sandwiches *hot & cold*, salads, and baked goods. On the side, they retain the old market feel by selling local and hard to find candies, drinks, and ice cream (from Mother Moo's and Pops). Local art work hangs on the walls. It's a place to pass time. The space is light and airy with a good amount of study / hang out space. Onto the food... I ordered a cold beef sandwich and a small pistachio merangue(?) cookie. The cookie had a nice chew to it, but it was really too sweet for my liking and stuck to my teeth. The cold beef sandwich was pretty good. It wasn't the best, but it was a solid sandwich. Apparently, it has a bit of horseradish spread that I could not taste. I like Fiore Market Cafe's rendition of it (in S. Pasadena) better. 3 stars for food. Overall, cute place. I'll probably be back to try their hot sandwiches and enjoy a study date! read more

Super cute neighborhood joint. Already stopped by for ice cream, cupcakes and coffee. Can't wait to try the sandwiches and salads. This place is run by a daughter and mother duo. They are very friendly. Please support your local mechants!! I would hate for this place to vanish! read more

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I've been to Ginger Corner Market twice and enjoyed the experience both times. The second time I visited I ordered the same thing as my first trip because it was that good. I chose the ham and Brie sandwich with mixed greens and gig preserves. I wouldn't call it a "grilled cheese" because the ham and the cheese make up the sandwich equally. The saltiness of the ham and the creamy Brie are perfect together. The bitter arugula and sweet figs are the perfect compliments. The sourdough is great for this sandwich but not as sour as I normally like. This sandwich doesn't need it. It's a great meal to eat and then walk back to work. It's not too heavy that you'll be in a food coma but substantial enough that you won't be hungry. I definitely recommend it to any meet eater. read more

The thing that makes Ginger particularly fun is that it feels like a secret gem. Hidden away, but actually nearby PCC. I'd had the turkey and veggie sandwiches, both are lovingly homemade. With a park right across the street, it's a fantastic meal in a little oasis. PS - oh yeah, peanut butter cookie is addictive. read more