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    Good Neighbor Bar

    4.6 (88 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    GOOD NEIGHBOR BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Hipster
    Casual
    Intimate
    Good for groups

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    Victoria B.

    Went out with my fiancé to celebrate our anniversary and we wanted to go to a bar before ending our night. I found this place on Yelp & we decided to go. side note: make sure not to park in the parking lot right next to it! It's parking for the restaurant to the left of them. They said you'll get towed if you park there. We parked on the street but wanted to share anyways. I didn't expect it to be so cute when we got inside. It was definitely pretty busy, but had a good vibe going on. I think I got the zombie 1950's and my fiancé got a beer. The tiki mug was sooo cute. They also had free popcorn as a snack. I definitely would like to come back here again and stay longer.

    Menu and the free of charge popcorn
    Briana M.

    Very vibey, aesthetically pleasing, beautifully designed bar. Lots of comfortable seating. Definitely a change to the Altadena neighborhood, staff is super friendly, and quick Every time I've swung by. Popcorn is a fun addition! I wish the drinks packed a little more punch, overall always a nice experience swinging by.

    Brian V.

    Sleek, spacious bar located in Altadena. The cocktail menu is pretty large with lots of choices with different styles and is well categorized. The folks here are friendly and attentive. The vibe here is interesting in that I can see people getting dressed up and coming here for drinks before going to dinner or going to other events. I can also see people meeting up here casually with friends, etc. in order to grab drinks and just hang out. I came here right around the time before closing on a Sunday evening so the place wasn't packed (also, I'm not sure how packed this place gets because this was my first time here). Me and a couple of friends came here to get a nightcap after dinner nearby. I got the 'Port Light' (under the exotic/tiki section of the menu) because I do like tiki drinks and cocktails made with egg white (think gin fizz). I was tasty and served in a large tiki mug. It had a good amount of kick as well. I was instantly a fan. There was plenty of street parking nearby. Also, there is a large map of Altadena outside of the bar on the corner that shows the damage homes during the peak of the Eaton fire. It serves as a stark reminder of just the devastation the fire caused. But also is a symbol of resilience of this rebuilding community.

    Julia S.

    Such a cute bar in Altadena of all places! Looks so unassuming from the outside but the inside is v swanky and perfect for groups or dates. Drinks are all reasonably priced and they have a pretty large selection.

    hot toddy...
    Chris C.

    Was only on the patio, so writing about that experience. Went for Taco Tuesdays by Tacos Casa. I know Good Neighbor and Tacos Casa are both good restaurants to support due to the fire but the experience was not great overall. Went at like 6pm, so mid-way through but sadly the food was not great. Cold, under seasoned meat in the tacos ($6) and the mulita ($10). (higher prices than in-store, which I guess is fine given they're recovering from the fire but $3 extra for the mulita is steep). Even dumping the salsa on did nothing and it all just tasted bland. Maybe their food is better when it's not from the pop up? Then me and my partner shared a hot toddy from the bar. Staff were nice so no complaints there but this (photo) is what showed up for $14 ($18 after tip) in a cheapo paper cup. (I know, they probably aren't bringing cocktail glasses outside or whatever even though I'm pretty sure I saw a bunch of pint glasses around but I digress...). It was made strong, which is nice, but damn. Anyway, I'm considering all this just charity money so it's fine but I definitely don't feel like I'd ever come here for this quality of food/drink for these prices if I weren't doing it to support the community.

    Doesn't seem like much on the outside and when you walk in, it opens up to feel like an entire different universe. It is very cool and unique

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    Valerie C.

    Came here for a listening party for "Just Like Heaven" giveaway tickets. Doorman checks ID and you walk into a modern, cozy and moody bar. Drinks were tasty, and free fresh popcorn for self serving. Ordered a Triple Beam delivery which bar welcomed. Friendly service, clean bathroom, balanced drink menu, cute vibe and outside food allowed. Minus one star as I tried to plan an event here and couldn't get a hold of anyone via webpage, email or phone. Haven't tried the patio but cool addition of space.

    Zoom in.
    Mutya B.

    A few girl friends and I tried this place around March, very close to the wildfire devastation of the Altadena communities. around this time people started going out again sans masks and even supporting Altadena businesses. I loved their charming cartoony drink menus, and they had quite a lot of cocktails. Their drinks were strong and tasty. The servers were pretty cute and they will give recommendations based on your taste, so always chat them up. ;) They dont serve food, but one of our girls brought something from Homestate down the street. Our group is quite large and they automatically tacked on the 20% service charge. They allow you to keep a tab open, and some drinks arent really that expensive but at the end of the night they do kind of add up LOL. Overall, I enjoyed going to Good Neighbor. My only gripe is that the bar interiors were pretty dark, which is nice for romantic couples maybe, and seating was super limited that we had to keep stealing stools for our newcomers. Also parking isnt very straightforward - I went to the lot south of the bar which apparently is not theirs but the wall facing is has the Good neighbor branding & art. I wasnt shooed away but the bouncer asked so I had to move my car to the dark street across the bar. There is another lot on the other side of the bar that is theirs. In their proper parking lot, they have this large map of all the houses in Altadena with markings of what burned, what didn't, and casualties. Heavy. You could tell Good Neighbor really cares for its community.

    Margarita
    Kim S.

    I want to preface this review by stating I have been very supportive of Neighborhood bar since the fire by going solo, bringing friends, my book group, and my pickleball buddies. I was in last night around 5:30, not busy and grabbed a seat at the bar. I ordered a margarita on the rocks and a shot. The gal tending bar at my end was nice. When my margarita arrived, it was barely half full so I commented that if she wanted to fill the glass, she could feel free to drop in some tequila, to which she smiled. The glass had several chunks of ice and was barely half full, which was disappointing. I said nothing more as I figured she was a short pourer. After I had finished I sat with an empty glass and shot glass for several minutes til a young man came over and asked if I wanted a refill, to which I replied, yes. I was served the shot and again a margarita on the rocks which was less than half full. This time I realized that this is deliberate and not just one bartender. If you were to take the ice out, there would have been less than half a glass of fluid! As it was, I got three good sips out of these drinks, good thing I ordered the shots as the margarita alone was not gonna cut it. The photo shown is of drink number 2 but drink number 1 looked the same. Why the short pours? You are charging $12 for this and barely providing a decent drink. So my total with tax came to $52.68 :-( and then I left a tip which made the total more. Worth it...no. From what I've seen, Neighborhood Bar is doing quite well, along with the wine shop next door. I like to support individually owned/mom & pop places, esp places that have suffered a loss. I don't know why the drinks were being made this way but it's not worth it to me to drive 10 minutes and get short served. I wish them well and hope they have continued success.

    Derek B.

    I like The Good Neighbor Bar. It's new, different and has it own vibe. I came here spontaneously after suffering from cabin fever due to the recent Altadena fires: I needed to socialize and bond with my Rancho bar people. Laid back atmosphere...wish they had a cigar lounger outside for cigar lovers. It was packed this Saturday night. Saw some if my Rancho peeps here. I wish they stayed open later on a Saturday night; closing at 23 midnight is way way too early.

    Vibe
    Jason C.

    Was reccommended this bar from one of the bartenders Nick, so we decided to check it out. Unfortunately he was not there, but we still enjoyed our time here. Pulled up around 10pm and we thought the bar was closed lol. From the outside if there isn't a line, it seems like it is closed because of the barred cages and white brick walls. To our suprise it was open because we saw the bouncer letting people in and out. We came in and the mood felt great. Dark, chill, and a bit romantic. They had bar seating available and couches outlining the entire room. We enjoyed a Tequila Mule and a Japanese Highball, both of which were pretty solid and had a good balance of mixer and liquor. Definitely a great place to hang out after dinner or a night out if you want more of a chill vibe.

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    Brian R.

    Visiting a friend in Alta Dena and he brought me here. Very cool spot with a nice variety of cocktail recipes available. Bartender was friendly and helpful in recommending drinks based on palate preferences. Prices are on higher end but the quality of drinks offset the cost. Nice and dark inside with a great lounge feel to it. Pretzels and mixed nuts are available for purchase and Nextdoor in open patio they have different food vendor options available based on day. I will definitely be back when visiting friends in neighborhood!

    View from the patio bar.
    Lesley G.

    Love the vibe here. We drank outside and were surprised that they closed so early at 9pm on a summer Friday night. The food trucks nearby were delicious but the menu became more limited when the kitchen closed at 7pm. Service was friendly and swift, though one server spilled a drink because our table made out of tree stumps (cute and eco friendly!) was uneven. Would for sure go back. The Altadena map outside is incredibly moving. Hope this place thrives.

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    Amazing vibes, fantastic service and perfect drinks! Couldn't recommend this place more!

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    Best bar around! Great craft cocktails and beautiful ambiance. We love this spot. And the wine shop next door is awesome too.

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    $$

    If you love books, wine, and that cozy intellectual vibe, 1894 is an absolute must-visit in…read morePasadena. This bar is tucked inside Vroman's Bookstore (already one of the most charming and iconic bookstores in the area) so the entire experience feels like stepping into a warm, literary universe. You can browse for a new book, take in the bookstore's atmosphere, and then walk straight into the bar. Honestly, it's the perfect outing. What makes 1894 truly special is how intentionally it celebrates literature. Everything in the bar pays homage to the bookstore. The drink menu is full of clever, book-inspired names. You'll find cocktails like Pride and PearJudice Pride, Fifty Shades of Earl Grey, and other fun literary twists. Every drink feels like a little wink to readers, writers, and book lovers, and it adds such a unique charm to the experience. The vibe is super quaint and warm, dim lighting, and a creative atmosphere that makes you want to stay for hours. The wine is on the pricier side ($19-$21 per glass), but the quality delivers. Customer service was excellent. One of the bartenders spent time chatting with us. He pointed out a chalk artwork behind the bar a dramatic portrait he drew himself featuring expressive, literary-style faces, like Edgar Allan Poe, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, etc. It fits perfectly with the creative, bookish aesthetic of the bar. If you're into books, wine, and unique experiences, 1894 is a spot you absolutely can't miss. Perfect for a date, a solo unwind-with-a-book moment, or a fun night with friends who appreciate a good story and a great drink.

    Cute little place inside Vroman's to get a glass of wine and read! I saw that they have live jazz…read moremusic on Thursdays sometimes so I hope to check that out. Good ambiance!

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    The 1894 - French Pilsner and truffle popcorn

    French Pilsner and truffle popcorn

    The 1894 - 2 drinks trying to get "picked up"  Floral Spritz & Pride & Pearjudice

    2 drinks trying to get "picked up" Floral Spritz & Pride & Pearjudice

    The 1894 - The Warm Brie & Baguette with honey - absolutely fantastic!!

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    The Warm Brie & Baguette with honey - absolutely fantastic!!

    Behind Bars - Lou's delicious mocktail with no name lol! Grenadine, pineapple juice, cherry and more?

    Behind Bars

    4.8(21 reviews)
    2.8 mi

    Great place once you can actually find it! LOL! I had to wonder up and down this alley asking…read moreseveral people where it was until they opened at 5:00pm and put out their sign. *Hint ~ it's located next to Edwin Mills by Equator. The bar has some great cocktails to try but I went for "Don't be a Prick." Yes, the name alone had me at "hello," but it was a prickly pear margarita which is my fav! I lucked out! It had fresh blueberries in it and was very good! My Yelp sister Nikki went for the same drink, my sister Sam got the Purple People Eater which was rum based with Ube syrup & my sister Hannah ordered a specialty mocktail created by our bartender Lou who was dyno-mite! We enjoyed the music while catching up with each other. Great hang for friends with plenty of tables and bar seating. *There is a quaint courtyard that separates the bar from Mills Alley restaurant which offers a "lite bite" menu to Behind Bars. *Meter street parking & local parking garages

    I've never been behind bars, and I never want to be unless it's as cool as this place. Behind Bars…read moreis a relatively new spot in Old Town Pasadena located where Wokcano's back bar used to be. Blink & you'll miss it because there is no sign. However, it's next door to Edwin Mills by Equator. I met my lovely Sisters B here for Happy Hour. The place gives off friendly neighborhood dive bar vibes. Bartender Lou is fantastic! Friendly, upbeat, & attentive. 5 stars for him. The cleverly named cocktails incorporate unique ingredients such as Ube Syrup, Ube beer, & lime dust. Our drink order consisted of Don't Be a Prick, Moon Rocks, & Purple Peter Eater. Lou was kind enough to create a lovely mocktail for Ms. Hannah. The Purple Peter Eater is a picturesque drink that combines rum with Ube beer and gets its pretty hue from Ube Syrup. The Moon Rocks had a bit of a kick and is a tad on the sweet side. I really enjoyed the Don't Be a Prick, which was a tasty combo of Tequila, Prickly Pear Syrup, & Lime garnished with blueberries. The music can be a bit loud, but there is a quaint courtyard that is shared with adjacent restaurant Mills Alley if you prefer to sit outside. You can also order select food items from there as well. We sat inside and had a great time catching up. It's always a fun time when the Sisters B get together.

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    Behind Bars - Purple People Eater cocktail (pineapple rum, Malibu, ube syrup, lime, ube beer, and lime dust)!

    Purple People Eater cocktail (pineapple rum, Malibu, ube syrup, lime, ube beer, and lime dust)!

    Behind Bars - Moon Rocks cocktail (vodka, blue curaçao, pomegranate, lemon, club soda, cherry)!

    Moon Rocks cocktail (vodka, blue curaçao, pomegranate, lemon, club soda, cherry)!

    Behind Bars - Drinks with the girls!! The tall one is my mocktail with no name and the others are Don't Be A Prick cocktails

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    Drinks with the girls!! The tall one is my mocktail with no name and the others are Don't Be A Prick cocktails

    Good Neighbor Bar - lounges - Updated May 2026

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