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Lost Parrot Cafe

4.2 (885 reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
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The BLAT without tomato, personal preference. It's huge!
Alby O.

We enjoy the Lost Parrot so much we keep returning for more! Latin Cobb salad is well done, pepitas sprinkled on spring mix with choice of protein, a nice refreshing dressing that adds a tangy flavor to the dish. We also get the BLAT - bacon, lettuce, avocado and tomato on toasty white flaky bread. Order a Lavender Lemonade on ice for a renewed sense of being! Enjoy this cozy family friendly spot. Order at the counter, get a number and self-serve coffee and water, condiments are nearby so you can help yourself to some hot sauce and to go containers.

Blueberries pancakes, side of eggs and bacon.
Angel R.

Cute little cafe in SouthPas right off Huntington. Easy to find and has a full bar for all those brunch drinks. I ordered pancakes with a side of eggs and bacon for a total of $30 - pretty steep for a casual breakfast spot so I was expecting some pretty great pancakes. They were really REALLY dry and besides the blueberries, flavorless. The eggs were bland and the bacon was the only thing had a little flavor but then it's kinda hard to mess up bacon. Oddly enough the pancakes don't come with butter - you have to ask for the butter and slather it on the syrup to make the pancakes edible. If you're looking for just ambiance and cute charm, this is the place. But if you want actual good food, go elsewhere.

Coffee cake
Omar A.

Now this was a find! During my walks, I walked next to this charming place. I'd see people enjoying themselves with the food and drinks they were partaking in. I told the husb we have to try it. I'm glad we did! Although it was lunch time, we opted for breakfast like items. The husb had the breakfast burrito, he said there was lots inside of it and it felt plentiful. The burrito had bacon, tater tots, eggs beans and cheese. He also enjoyed his tasty Bloody Mary. He highly recommends it! I had the classic breakfast, which included eggs, sausage, toast and potatoes. Very plentiful and tasty. Coffee was delicious as well. The ambiance is very relaxing, there's inside and outside seating. People with cute dogs usually sit outside, it's an old charming building. Employees are friendly, ready to strike a conversation if not too busy. We'll make it a regular on our brunch rotation!

Veggie Omelette
Natalia O.

Fantastic coffee and breakfast! Vibes here are really cute. There's an outdoor area with ample seating that's great for a nice warm summer morning. Indoor is cute too. Food was delicious, portions were generous and prices were, too. Coffee was 10/10 (they use Jones Coffee Roasters). Definitely a great place to check out.

Front
Star G.

Cute little spot with decent tacos, good guacamole and chips, and tasty margaritas. I mostly come for Taco Tuesdays, which can get pretty busy, and the experience can be a bit hit or miss depending on the day. They have a convenient salsa and water station, which is a nice touch. Orders come out fairly quickly, and parking is available on the street or in the back. Keep in mind, there is only one bathroom, so there may be a wait during busier times.

the chilaquiles!
Cheryl U.

this spot is nice and easy, everything you want in a cafe- you order your food at the counter and it's brought out to you, if you want or forgot a drink you can order that via QR code at the table- they're very accommodating! i haven't explored too much of the menu because the chilaquiles are so tasty, i keep ordering those and a latte as my go to but my husband has explored a couple other items and hasn't hit a bad one yet

Breakfast Burrito
Lyane P.

I came on a Saturday morning and found parking easily right in front of the the restaurant. I am a creature of habit and ordered the Breakfast Burrito without the turkey sausage and got extra bacon instead. It is so delicious with the eggs, onions, beans, cheese and potatoes. I love that the tater tots stay crunchy. It comes with tortilla chips and salsa. So yummy! Service was quick and friendly. The restaurant is bright and airy and we were fortunate to get a table by the window.

Avocado Toast and Tater Tots
Karen T.

Cozy, little cafe with a wide menu of various breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes. My partner and I stopped by for some avocado toast and tater tots. I really liked the bread used for the avocado toast. It was toasted to the perfect crispiness and wasn't super thick, making it easy to slice through and eat. The avocado spread was creamy and flavorful, while the soft boiled egg added a nice touch of protein. As for the tater tots, they were very crispy, served as a generous portion, and came with a side of ranch sauce. This ended up feeling like a nice, fulfilling meal. I am not sure if this restaurant is always super packed, but it felt very crowded on the day that we visited. The vibes did feel a bit strange, like the employee was trying to rush us when placing our order. The interior felt pretty cramped without much space to walk around, and there is a bar in the back. Luckily, there are some outdoor benches and tables, where we decided to sit. Our order was ready within 10 minutes, which is a reasonable wait time. There is some free street parking available around the cafe, as well as a small parking lot located behind the restaurant.

Inside bar
Sergio S.

You're going on a stroll or looking for a delicious breakfast/Brunch spot. Look no further than this delicious food spot with consistent food options for you! I have been here 2x and it continues to get better each time. In the peak hours, it gets busy and the ambiance is relaxed and calming and with a great breezy , it's delightful! The inside seating and outdoor seating is a great option . Check this out if you're looking for a new spot! 7/10. Enjoy the recommendation!

Spicy beans not good for toddlers
Stephanie H.

Horrible food Service bad! Sassy men Only thing that was nice was the exit! Food had no flavor at all! I would think it would since a Hispanic man was making it Que paso ? Con la comida se te pasó la mano

Tasnim C.

Lost Parrot Cafe was good and I'd definitely come back to try other items and drinks. My husband and I tried their chilaquiles and breakfast burrito. Both were good, but definitely nothing super great or delicious (which is okay, not a bad thing). We've just had better so it may be worth us trying out different items from the cafe instead. We didn't get any drinks but some of their coffee menu did really interest us, so we will have to come back to try. We came on a Sunday morning where it was busy but not too much. We found seats immediately after ordering and it seems to move pretty quickly. The service was also great!

Avocado Toast
Kevin T.

My wife found this brunch spot and we decided to take a gander at the restaurant over the weekend and we weren't disappointed. Unfortunately, we visited on a day where they were holding a private event. Thus, dining in wasn't an option so we ordered to go as they were going to close earlier on that day. My wife and I ordered the Avocado Toast & the Tater Tots to share. Food took about 5-10 minutes to come out and was delivered via the back bar area. Service is pretty fast & were pretty friendly, semi-professional vibe as well which is a plus. Avocado Toast Very different from the avocado toasts I've had in the past. Very easy to cut, portions are big, and it comes with a half egg. I could tell that the toast was freshly made and it provides a "healthier" side of the dish. Love everything about the dish and will always be a recommendation for anyone who wants to visit this cafe. Tater Tots This dish surprised me in a good way. Portions are once again, massive. Each tater tot is bite size which is nice, very crunchy & savory. Best part of it is that it's not too salty and compliments well with a drink. Sauce that was provided with the tater tots is highly recommended to use. I absolutely love the interior, very tropical forest type style, outdoor and indoor seating, and definitely the next time I visit again, I would like to dine inside the restaurant to taste their amazing quality of food in a more non rushed way. Perfect brunch spot for dates.

Gail Astrid M.

Got the breakfast burrito and it's super filling. Very LA breakfast bunch vibes. The crew was casual but efficient.

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Good food, Relaxing place to chat, service is good! My wifey comes to eat for a little me time.

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Will you be open Labor Day?

Are you able to purchase the plants/books on display?

Yes.

Are they still open?

Yes

Does this place have bottomless mimosas?

Is there wifi? Is this more of a restaurant/cafe or a coffeehouse/cafe?

No WiFi from what I recall... I would say it's more of a restaurant/ cafe. However, I've seen people bring their laptops to do some light work. The place is very laid back and chill, so it's a unique spot that gives you a little bit of everything… 

Is there an option to dine in right now?

They definitely do have dine in option as well as sidewalk-outdoor option.

Are there vegan options?

For drinks yes. You can always ask for Almond milk as a substitute. As for food options there are little to none and it would be safer to say there are none. Luckily the drinks are really good with almond milk as a substitute. My favorite are just… 

Is this the Cook Shack renamed? Same owner operators or different restaurant entirely?

Hi Chi. The Cookshack closed back in 2007. I had actually been working here at that time as an employee. I opened the Lost Parrot Cafe in May of 2018. Different restaurant. Different owner, me. Feel free to reach out at any time with questions.… 

Is outdoor seating available? If so, is it spacious?

Hello! Yes! We have a patio space that is spacious and we plan to add more tables soon. Thank you!

Do you have a lunch menu?

Menus are on our website Victoria! Thx!

Does this restaurant serve alcohol?

Thanks for this question Valerie, because it's a tricky one; We have a limited bar menu for Sunday brunch 9am-1pm (I.E. bubbles, beer, mimosas, wine) and Margaritas on Taco Tuesday 5p-9p… 

Is brunch only served on sundays?

Hi there Rayell, Great question. We are trying to let all our patrons know; Sunday is our big brunch… 

Are there special hours on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day?

There sure are! New Years Eve we’re open 8am-2p. Hope to see you there! Closed New Years Day.

Love this cafe, very open and spacious with friendly baristas. What is behind the interesting name?

Named after the flocks of wild parrots found around South Pasadena!

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Copa Vida

Copa Vida

4.1
(2.2k reviews)
2.8 mi
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I met with a friend here on Thursday morning and enjoyed the food! Upon arrival, you order and take…read morea seat with an assigned number. The girl taking our order was very sweet, but I must have missed the part when she said the drinks are picked up at the counter. When we received our food, we asked about the beverages - the waiter mentioned those are picked up at the counter. The barista was kind enough to remake the espresso shot for my friend since it had been sitting out for over 10+ minutes :) The food is tasty! We sat outside (perfect weather - overcast) and we shared an order of the avocado toast and the French toast plate. Good coffee, great portions with aligned price points. The inside is quite large, but it felt like something was missing... warmth/ decoration. Aside from that, Definitely recommend stopping by - I'm surprised I hadn't popped in sooner!

I was so lucky to find this place after searching relentlessly for a coffee shop with Wi-Fi in…read morePasadena. I went to the Starbucks on fair Oaks (only outdoor seating, no outlets), that really fun one on Raymond, and I walked around for about an hour before I found Copa Vida in downtown. They had amazing coffee, outlets, Wi-Fi, and really wonderful personalities. I loved their service and I definitely had to give them a shout out. Their patrons are just as friendly. I would come back here anytime, it's like a family with really good quality, service and food

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Little Lily's Kitchen

4.9
(88 reviews)
2.3 mi

Our entire experience with LLK goes down as one of our favorites throughout the wedding planning…read moreprocess. Hospitality is not for the weak, and it is oftentimes a difficult endeavor, but LLK went above and beyond, from conception to execution. Given that they are the catering company for our wedding venue (Castle Green), we were initially apprehensive given wedding food's reputation, but thankfully our concerns were quickly put to rest once we started working with Kevin and Kari (the dynamic duo!) on developing our custom menu. They are so skilled and creative in working with an array of flavors and cultures. The entire team-Kevin, Kari, Brooke, and staff- was passionate about making our day special and committed to collaborating on a custom menu that we adored and felt good about sharing with our loved ones. We couldn't have asked for a kinder, more open-hearted group to work with. Our friends and family (some of them are notoriously picky eaters) were so impressed by the food--"wedding food" doesn't always have the best connotation, but the food served at our reception absolutely knocked it out of the park. Everything is customizable to your heart's content and they do an incredible job at guiding you through it all. Choosing linens, glassware, etc. was also a breeze. Commitment to getting it right and honoring our vision and my Chinese heritage. It was a small detail that was deeply meaningful and completely unexpected. From sourcing a specific brand of ingredient down to using Calrose rice as a nod to my husband's family roots in rice farming, LLK's menu was a fun nod to our respective family backgrounds. We had mentioned enjoying orange chicken but beyond incorporating a bit of Americanized Chinese food, I didn't anticipate that any other cultural food would work. LLK took it to the next step and proposed a tasty soy marinated/five spiced deviled egg with pork sung on top (a crowd pleaser and my favorite appetizer from cocktail hour; also a childhood staple for me growing up). The charcuterie table was phenomenal and all plating was elegant, fitting to the occasion. Our tasting with Kevin was an event all on its own! We had such a fun evening of genuine conversation and enjoying Following the tasting, LLK's team checked in with us regarding our tasting notes. We were impressed by how well Kevin and the team were able to recalibrate the final flavors accordingly to deliver exactly what our taste buds hoped for based on our initial tasting notes. Communication with them was always easy despite their busy schedules. We can't recommend them enough and hope to visit them at their restaurant pop ups!!

It took me a long time to decide if I wanted to leave a 1 star review because my policy is, if you…read moredon't have anything nice to say, don't say it and chance hurting someone's business, however after mulling this over for 8 weeks, I've decided that people should be aware. We had a premiere party at Castle Green in December where your only choice for catering by contract with the building is Little Lily's Kitchen. Kari and Booke were very nice, but their prices were insane for what we needed. In any case, we moved forward with an 8K invoice for a "finger-food" order for 250. When we found only 70 had RSVPd, we obviously had to honor our non-refundable contract for the 8K, which we did in good faith and ahead of schedule. But since we were at 1/3 capacity, I asked for an additional choice of finger food, which they did. The problem came in the fact that we paid for 6 servers and received 3. The food didn't begin circulating (by a very sweet wait staff) until 45 minutes after guests arrived and then it was very intermittent with many never receiving food. For 8K I expected non-stop food for our 70 guests, instead what I got (and didn't find out till later) was a lot of hungry people. On top of that, we had 16 guests report stomach issues the next morning - the commonality being goat cheese. When I addressed this to Brooke and Kari, I was not looking for a refund - after all, maybe it was a stomach virus that circulated within 24 hours, but I was dismayed by the fact that they didn't respond at all- zero, zip, nothing, not even a thank you for our business. It was the BIGGEST ripoff I've ever experienced with a caterer. For anyone having an event at Castle Green that doesn't involve a very large payout for the owners, buyer beware.

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Lucky Boy

Lucky Boy

3.9
(2.9k reviews)
2.1 mi
$$
Locally owned & operated
Family-owned & operated

Juicy and tasty hot pastrami sandwich…read more Open until midnight, perfect spot for post workout bites, will be back for sure! Grab a seat where you can hear the dude yelling out pickup order numbers, free entertainment, haha. Iykyk. Note: items on the video menu with pictures do not appear a second time on the list menu, so you kinda have to look at both.

After 20+ years of supporting Lucky Boy, I may have just gone for the last time. I just experienced…read morewhat seemed very much like blatant discrimination. Two men go to Lucky Boy. Both order the exact same thing, one right after the other. A few minutes later, both orders are called. First guy gets his order and says he needs more red salsa. He gets more salsa, no questions, no charge. Second guy gets his exact same order immediately after. He asks if he can have an extra salsa. He's told it's an extra $0.75. There was no pause, no gap in between the 2 men's interactions. Literally stood next to each other, ordered the same thing, one got free salsa, the other got charged. A table full of people nearby, tilt their heads and cock their eyebrows in disbelief. Free salsa guy happens to be White. Paid salsa guy is Asian. Coincidence? You can decide for yourself. We all know discrimination and prejudice exists. It's an unfortunate part of life. I'm no stranger to it. It's usually not quite this overt. This was a little too blatant to just sweep under the rug. Is having to spend an extra $0.75 a big deal? No. Is blatant discrimination? It's enough to stop supporting this business.

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