I've only been here a few times however, everyone raves about their sandwiches. I've only tried them when they've catered for office meetings. I must admit that they are delicious. I have also had a chance to taste their pastries and their cookies were always on point. The one thing that was truly a miss for me was their bagel. It's more breadlike than bagel. A bagel has a different texture, so I know I probably wouldn't go back for it, but I'd go back for their sandwiches and pastries. Parking is right next door at the parking structure rather than parking in front, unless you're picking up. The employees seem friendly and the place has been clean the times I've gone. read more

My go to spot for lunch for 8+ years (except when they sadly closed during covid) Hank's favorite with chicken salad w/ chopped grapes toasted on sourdough. Fresh lettuce, tomato & avocado + crispy bacon makes for an excellent lunch every time! Super fast sandwich & salad makers. Never waited more than 5 minutes. Tip: Street parking is a challenge during the linch hour, but a nearby parking structure has plenty of parking. read more

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I love "Loveburds Cafe". They have the best salads and sandwiches. They always offer fresh ingredients served with a smile. I have put they on my route when I travel from the Heights to Pasadena. It's in the way. I recommend the red and green salad and the Asian chicken salad. I also recommend any and all sandwiches . The cookies. Meh! The pieces of cake thumbs up!! Parking - park in front The service- on point The place it's an old bank with a bumping vibe. read more

Good quick lunch spot for soup, salad, sandwiches. I ordered a half chicken salad sandwich and soup on Grubhub and it was ready for pick up when i got there. The soup of the day choices were broccoli cheddar and chicken noodle soup. There's a parking structure next door. read more

Amazing hidden spot, recommended to me by a coworker, I finally managed to get around to check it out and was totally blown away. Very small cozy spot with great service and atmosphere. Huge selection of items, I went with hanks favorite on egg bread, an amp up smoothie, and the soup of the day, which was chicken noodle soup. Everything was amazing and the soup was so wonderful I regret not getting more. I highly recommend trying this place out. read more

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Lovebirds is a place for light and refreshing sandwiches. I often ordered their sandwiches for lunch to go and they always hit the spot. So far I have tried: Red & green- the veggie sandwich, something I don't usually go for but this changed my mind and I would often go back to it if I want a light lunch. Chicken salad sandwich- pair so well with the grapes in the sandwich. The sandwich is a little smaller than the others. Turkey and ham sandwich- an original and satisfying sandwich, can't go wrong with it. Vermont turkey- I never had apples in my sandwiches before but it ends a nice crunch and goes with the mustard and turkey. Lovebirds also offer salads, soup, pastries and coffee. read more

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Although Lovebirds Cafe has been here for a very long time, I never stopped by until now. I ordered a to go and really liked their Asian Chicken Salad so I'm back again picking up another to go order in the morning when they open. I ordered Asian Chicken Salad, Hank's Favorite Sandwich (regular size) and Iced Chai Latte via Yelp app. I found street parking right in front of the cafe. The gentleman who helped me is friendly. He even gave me a take out menu and told me it's cheaper to call in and order vs. order on Yelp app. I ended up liking Hank's Favorite Sandwich a lot! I can't wait to stop by again and will try other items they offer on the menu. read more

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My life changed when my 8th grade teacher introduced Lovebirds to our student council. 15 years later and it's still the only place in Alhambra that I'll get my sandwiches from. Hank's Favorite and the Cesar Chicken Salad sandwich are my go-to's, but the pesto basil chicken is also delicious if you like it toasted. Also, if they haven't sold out of pastries either, try one of their most delectable lemon bars. The service here is always on point & superb! Bright open space inside and a couple of tables outside make for a refreshing lunch spot. read more

Haven't been here in about five years. Was really craving a tuna sandwich so I made the trip over. Was a little disappointed in the sandwich itself, as you can see in the picture they've really went down on portion size. We got here around 12:30ish, the place was empty which I was surprised by, but they had a lot of go orders coming over the phone. Same employees are still there. That was nice to see. Sandwich tasted great, it was just smaller than the way it used to be. Looking at the menu I see they now offer breakfast burritos and people were ordering them at lunchtime so that's good to know. read more

Lovebirds Cafe - Tuna with avocado and pepper jack on pumpernickel bread. I think it's called Hank's Favorite Sandwich. - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

Don't let the run-down appearance fool you - this is a hidden gem that's worth seeking out. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great local sandwich. My reccomendations are the salmon sandwich on sourdough and the French connection on a roll read more

Been getting their Hank's Favorite for years now, which is essentially a tuna salad BLT with avocado. I usually order it with the egg bread which is like a light and fluffy white bread. It really gives the sandwich a homey type of vibe. They also have a wide variety of baked goods to choose from, but the cookies are really something special. They've got a wonderful chew and have been consistently delicious every single time. The only thing is that the service isn't as good as it used to be which is why this is review is a 4 star, but I believe that's something that can be easily remedied. Ultimately, they make great sandwiches and I'm really happy they're still in business even after covid. I have yet to return, but I have continued to recommend this place to people when they're craving a sandwich that isn't from a franchise. Gotta support the small businesses! read more

Lovebirds Cafe - Hank's Favorite Sandwich - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

Placed a phone order today and the girl working there with a sweet soft voice was so patient with me. The owner was very friendly too. The Love that basil pesto sandwich was yummand it was vegetarian! It was a cute little sandwich/salad spot, great for weekday lunch and they have smoothies and fresh juice too! The people made the experience lovely and the food was perfect!! Would highly recommend. read more

$16 for a plain/boring sandwich - it was listed as a panini & it's definitely not that. read more

Lovebirds Cafe - This is NOT a panini - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

Once the owners changed years ago this place changed completely! I use to love this place when it was the original owners John and Jahan "Little John" along with manager Kay. The menu has downgraded, the taste is not the same, they've removed very popular items from their menu, online ordering for postmates, DoorDash, etc is all a mess (two sandwiches on the menu), they completely ruined it. It really saddens me to see this place for what it's become. I'm sure all regulars from that time remember what a true gem this place was. read more

WOW!! After hearing about this spot SOOO much from coworkers, I finally had the time to get down there! Paul helped me a ton by telling me where to put my umbrella and where the menu was. As I gave my order, o found out later that the lady taking my order and ringing me up was the owner! That's quite rare in my experience! I got the Turkey Apple with added red onions and a Veggie sandwich with avocado and onions. I highly recommend the Turkey!! It's excellent and beautifully composed with lovely textures and flavors!! The veggie sandwich is every vegetarian dream party!! I'm soo impressed, I want more!! read more

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Extremely friendly service and inviting. Grew up with this place just haven't been here since the 90's. Always great food and I'm glad I get to relive my childhood memories here. Very quiet for now, I'm here before the lunch rush. Extremely clean. Highly recommend. read more

Lovebirds Cafe - Menu - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Love this place! Gives small town vibes for sure. Paul, who's been working here as long as I can remember, is super awesome and helpful. Great customer service. And the sandwiches are sooo unbeatably delicious! I skipped a sandwich this morning for one of their delicious smoothies -- the Super Weight Gainer. Will always and forever support this women-owned business! read more

Lovebirds Cafe - Super Weight Gainer - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

Place is located behind of Gen's KBBQ and the parking lot structure. It's easy to miss because their exterior doesn't have any posters or hours listed, but you can go in! Food: For sandwiches you choose which sandwich you want to go with, type of bread, and if you want it toasted (bread, meat and cheese). French connection with French Roll makes it a thick sandwich. This sandwich will make you feel full. I would recommend getting the French Bread you like to have more meat ratio in your sandwich. Cheese was nicely toasted with the bread and meat so it melted in your mouth. Amp juice (Pineapple, strawberry, ginger, apple, mango, lemongrass, melon) had a smoothie texture than a liquid juice. It was an refreshing drink, but I wished it was somewhat slightly chilled to drink during spring/summer. Wild Alaskan salmon sandwich with Seven Grain bread was portioned well between the smoked salmon, red onion, tomato, caper, and cream cheese. Would definitely, recommend getting this if you want a light filling meal. This is such a staple and one of their popular items to order at Lovebirds! read more

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Delicious smoothies and juices and the service was very friendly too, worth the stop in!

The guy who must be the owner , not sure. He's the guy with the glasses . He always has a great attitude. Has the best customer service voice and attention to the customers. I come here once in awhile. I love this place, and it's the town of Alhambra /near Monterey park. Got this and another sandwich but I already ate that one. Anyways come here for the food and the service and you will be satisfied! No doubt . Shout out to the guy in the glasses. Need to get his name. read more

Lovebirds Cafe - Large Wild Alaska Salmon Sandwich Banana smoothie with protein - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

This spot has been here long ago when I was a highschooler at AHS, and I never even tried it until just this recent trip. I've heard of their name for all these years but never even visited! That said, I stopped by in the morning for some coffee and a sandwich before a drive to LAX and it was a great choice. They serve your sandwiches with your choice of bread, and I thought half was enough to just be satisfied. Went with Hank's Favorite on ciabatta bread / which is a tuna sandwich with bacon, avocado, lettuce and tomato. Very tasty. Not pictured was a large latte. Very big and helped kick start the day with plenty of caffeine! They are super popular and I saw a guy come pick up 3-4 cases worth of catered orders. Would recommend as a sandwich spot in the area! read more

Lovebirds Cafe - Hank's Favorite Sandwich (tuna salad, bacon, avo) - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

I got the Atlantic salmon sandwich and it was so delicious! Lots of salmon so the price is worth it. It also isn't the most expensive I've seen a salmon sandwich. Despite the amount of salmon, the other vegetables cut through the flavors of the fish, and k got sourdough which added a nice hearty flavor. Service was friendly, although we ordered online so our interaction was brief for pickup. The restaurant is large and open with a minimalist dim aesthetic. Overall would go back to try other things too, and their coffee. read more

Staff is friendly and fast. the cafe is clean, quiet, and comfortable. The sandwiches I tried were delicious (chicken salad sandwich on rye bread and avocado cheese) they also customized sandwiches to my liking. Great place for lunch. They also have tasty pastries. read more

Really glad Lovebirds Alhambra reopened again, as I was really missing their sandwiches, soup, and salads. Salads are usually fully loaded and dressing is provided on the side. Soups are usually Chicken Noodle or Clam Chowder (at least on Fridays) & I prefer their Clam Chowder. Also love their Pastrami & French Dip sandwiches. Alhambra's menu differs slightly than the one from the website. Service is usually fairly quick as I call to order & pick-up. Sometimes they have a couple of tables set up outside & a few tables inside. read more

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This is such a sad news for the community. I hope they open again!! Love their sandwich. Always my go to for breakfast. Nice staff, roomy space to sit and hang out. read more

The wild alaska salmon sandwich was bomb! I enjoyed every bite. The salmon was super fresh. The bread was yummy as well. Everything blended well. I do need to remember to ask for no onions tho Ordered online and the sandwich was available when I arrived. Service was quick and good. Street parking avail read more

Lovebirds Cafe - Wild Alaska Salmon Sandwich - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

A solid neighborhood cafe that's been here for years. Paul is amazing as always. He personalizes every guest experience and knows their preferences. I recommend Hank's favorite with a side of carrot juice. However, INFLATION is for real! LOL Prices have noticeably gone up. Maybe a suggestion of offering smaller serving sizes? Or maybe have HAPPY HOUR from 3 PM to closing? Anyhow, support your local businesses . read more

So happy to report that this location is open again with the same staff and even better tasting sandwiches! This place shut its doors right when the pandemic hit in March of 2020. You can't go wrong with any of their sandwiches. I am a fan of their chicken salad sandwich on sourdough. It has grapes in it and I love that hint of sweetness. I've also tried their love that basil sandwich with bacon which has a nice herby and clean flavor. It wasn't busy when I stopped by and I hope the word gets out that lovebirds is back open. I would rather support this small business than give my money to Panera. read more

Lovebirds Cafe - $10 Chicken Salad Sandwich so good! - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

Going to keep this one short and sweet, as is the essence of this spot. (E.g., hours here are a little spotty, as is the service.) Housed in and Old Bank, they love to operate when they want to. Enjoyed some amazing brunch and reg lunch food after 45 min of being first to arrive. Delicious eats but no rush to get back, matching their staffs pace. read more

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service is excellent. parking is easy in the next door free public parking structure. Food is made fresh to order. Otherwise, the food itself is disappointing and highly overpriced. I paid $13 for a half meatball sandwich (recommended by the guy at the counter) and "Maria" salad. The salad is average. The meatball sub was extraordinarily disappointing. For a half sandwich, they give maybe 1 meatball? sliced up thinly and laid single-layer on the bread. With very little sauce. The whole thing is a dry bread mess with flavorless thin meatball slices. The bread is a super thick sub roll. So combine excessive bread with very little meatball or sauce, and a layer of melted cheese. Thats the so-called meatball sandwich. yeah, im not coming back. There are tons of places to get lunch around here that are far better value and quality. People are nice though. They got that. read more

We got the chicken salad sandwich and Vermont Delight. Both were delicious! I had them both on the whole wheat bread. I like how they add fruit in their sandwiches (grapes in the chicken salad and apples in the Vermont delight). Portions were great for the price and we shared 2 sandwiches among 2 people. Both of us were super filled up from that. There's a good amount of space inside to eat too if wanted. Service was friendly and nice. There's a parking lot across the street that you can park at (I think) and a good amount of street parking as well. read more

Love their salads, always get the Asian chicken salad & Cesar w/ chicken. Sandwiches are good too. read more

Lovebirds Cafe - Asian Chicken Salad - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

Indoor seating and small out door seating. Great on the go. Ordering on phone or on the app save slot of time and they sometimes run out of soup. Service was quick and simple. Combo are highly recommended if you want something light on the go. Got the 1/2 Avocado Turkey Sandwich with Soup Combo and it was pretty good! Soup was my favorite overall and definitely hit the spot. Sandwich was very basic and the bread was a bit hard. read more

Lovebirds Cafe - 1/2 Avocado Turkey Sandwich and Soup Combo - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

They're open! With indoor dining available. We came here, ordered 2 coffees and shared a Wild Alaska Salmon Sandwich for brunch. My iced latte was pretty good. Clean. Good service. And our sandwich was prepared pretty quick. We might get sandwiches here for a picnic next time! read more

Lovebirds Cafe - Wild Alaska Salmon Sandwich (we chose sourdough bread) - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

First time trying this place and I chose the turkey panini as the first sandwich to try. It was really delicious and clean. I didn't get any sides but I did try their cookies and they're also very tasty. read more

Lovebirds Cafe - Turkey Pesto Panini - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

Consistent. Delicious. Fresh. The employees take the time to get to know your name. The cashier is always on point even in using what looks like an older POS system. He runs a tight ship and reminds his employees to only serve the best. The asian lady, I forget her name, is sooooooo kind and patient with me as well when she took my phone order. Yall, you are missing out if you dont stop here for lunch. It is light. Airy. Delicious. I have had: Iced Tea (Sandwiches On Sourdough) Tuna Sand Chicken Salad Sand Navy Bean Soup Clam Chowder Gumbo Asian Chicken Salad (dressing is sweet... wish it was a different sauce) Caesar Chicken Salad Oatmeal Cookies Lemon Bar read more

Lovebirds Cafe - NOV 22 MENU - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Very good croissant sandwich (egg, feta, spinach) and baked goods (bear claw, apple turnover). Good service.

ONG! They have the best sandwiches this side town! They cater lunches for our meetings at Alhambra Hospital Medical Center! Glad to see that they are still in business . The turkey with provolone is my all time favorite! read more

Not as good as I remembered. I ordered a turkey dinner sandwich and it barely had any turkey and stuffing. Mostly lettuce and tomatoes. For the price I paid, I will NEVER buy it again! I'm very sad to have had this experience because I used to love this place when I was in high school, but the food quality went down big time. read more

I've heard about Lovebirds several years ago when a friend would bring my coworkers their jelly-filled heart cookies as well as other desserts that she had made during the early morning shift. Ever since then, I've had Lovebirds on my radar. It wasn't until recently that I actually realized they had a location on First St. in Alhambra. Not sure why I seem to enjoy sandwiches and paninis so much, but every time I forget to bring my lunch, I tend to migrate towards Lovebirds to pick up a sandwich. Their hours are perfect for breakfast, lunch, and brunch - they usually close around 4 PM on weekdays. If you get there early (they open at 6 AM on weekdays), you can have your pick of pastries, muffins, etc. Arriving around noon, the selection is still pretty good, but you might find some favorite items all gone for the day. For their sandwich selections, there's specialties, paninis, croissant sandwiches, light sandwiches, etc. You can even opt for their combos (sandwich with soup or salad). Otherwise you can go with salads, soups, or some sweets. Prices are fairly decent considering they make the sandwich right then and there, but I personally think the prices are a tad bit overpriced; however, food I've ordered tastes pretty good, so I can't complain. I tried the chicken salad sandwich with a side salad for $8.95. The food looked on the lighter side, but after eating everything, I was pretty full. I liked that the sandwich had lettuce and tomatoes. I was given a choice of bread - went with sourdough; it definitely would have tasted much better if it was warm, but the chicken salad was filling and tasty. I was also able to choose from a selection of salads - I went with Maria's due to that blue cheese crumble ingredient. Salad came with cranberries, celery, walnuts, spring mix alongside raspberry vinaigrette. Not a fan of the dressing - it made the salad a little too sweet. But I liked the mix; super fresh and tasty. I've also tried the balsamic chicken breast for $8.95. This comes with chicken, tomato, pepper jack, and balsamic vinegar. I was a little confused when I opened my sandwich and saw what looked like roast beef. I thought they had given me the wrong sandwich, but it was actually correct. The balsamic vinegar had stained the chicken, making it darker than I had expected. There was a ton of chicken in that panini, and the best part was ripping it in half and watching the cheese ooze out over the side. I was already pleasantly full after eating half, but I ended up devouring the entire sandwich because it was that good. Workers are friendly, but keep to themselves. Always seem to have side conversations and inside jokes amongst themselves, which shows how well they get along with one another. I'm usually in and out of the shop in less than 15 minutes. There's an open parking structure for the city of Alhambra or the parking structure; if you're just grabbing coffee or a pastry, you might find street parking if you're lucky. tl;dr - Definitely does the job for fulfilling my sandwich cravings. I've tried several sandwiches and really enjoyed them. I've also had their jelly cookies and thought they were amazing, but it's been awhile since I've had them. If you're on a time crunch or want someplace quiet to relax, definitely recommend Lovebirds. Good amount of seating without too many customers on a weekday. read more