I absolutely loved this spot! It was reminiscent of the pubs I've visited in the UK. It didn't feel gimmicky like so many American attempts at a British pub, and the food menu is a good testament to what proper pub food should be. Plenty of seating on a Thursday night, and the wait staff were very friendly. I also appreciated being able to pay via phone -- another little touch that reminded me of my Wetherspoons experiences back in the UK. The cottage pie was the highlight for me. The portion was on the smaller side, but absolutely delicious. The chips were great too, though certainly not British chips (still very enjoyable regardless). I'll definitely be back for a pub quiz or whenever the UK homesickness kicks in. :) read more

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Longtime customer here of 3 decades always trying to support this women owned business at its three locations --used to love this Luckys, but it's gone downhill. Not sure if the owner has changed because this one has gone downhill and is no longer the busy gem it use to be. We also had breakfast here a few months ago to watch soccer and the food was greasy and over salted but I just thought it was a one off bad experience. Came in during a Dodger & Lakers Friday playoff game and the bar was nearly empty while nearby spots were packed as I stopped at Der Wolf before. Upon arrival the Manager was smoking in their back entrance smoking area - Staff was friendly as usual, but I was served a raw, bloody, mushy burger (photo attached). The bar was dark, so I didn't notice until after I started eating it then I bit into the completely raw cold center and was grossed out (see photo). Easy fix (typically) here is where it gets strange. Manager offered a 50% discount or recook another burger - almost like I felt he was thinking I was chasing a free meal. I wasn't worried about the money and didn't want to wait for another burger after already being grossed out by the undercooked rawness --I said to just microwave it or to make me something quick and simple like a kids burger or a few wings to replace the uneaten 2/3 of my raw burger but I was told that wasn't possible due to "health code" reasons. Wait ....you are smoking out back and serving raw burgers and you can't microwave the remainder of my raw burger and to fix it you are offering me 50% off my burger when 2/3 was raw? The server did their best and I still tipped 25% since it was not his fault, management later comped the check and removed the tip, which unfairly penalized the server. Again I don't care about the money but I was so surprised how much this manager really didn't get it or cared until I mentioned that people get sick from raw burgers and it's a health department violation to serve raw hamburger products. This used to be a gem. Disappointing decline in food quality and management. The crowds have been dwindling. Ownership may have changed but many of the sports crowds have moved to other nearby Pasadena pubs where the food and management are much better. read more

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This lucky Baldwin's location is conveniently close to Caltech and a perfect place to meet up with friends for drinks and food. The atmosphere was laid-back and there was something on the menu for everybody. They have a lot of different offerings on tap and have wonderful service. There's plenty of seating and you don't feel rushed when you're there to connect with friends. If you're looking for some comfort food and a great draft or something a little bit stronger, these are your people! read more

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This place makes a mean steak pie and the craft beer selection is great! I wish I could say the same for the LB Burger, but it was extremely dry and frankly, hard to eat. We ordered it medium and it came out more than well done. Fries were good though and who can say no to Russian River's Pliny the Elder on tap if you're an IPA lover?! Service was good but definitely could be better by checking in from time to time for refills and additional orders of food and drinks. Street parking is usually available even on game days. If you have never tried the Steak & Guinness Mushroom Pie, it's a must try! read more

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I haven't been to this Lucky Baldwins branch, but we went to the East Pasadena locale for their Sunday roast dinner since I had a hankerin' for Yorkshire pudding-- which unfortunately, was not the Yorkshire pudding I expected. The Yorkshire pudding's texture was cake-y. It wasn't light and airy, nor did it have that custard egginess that defines Yorkshire pudding. The roast and sides were good though. Our dish and chips were also pretty good. The parking lot for the place is behind the restaurant and there's street parking in front. Other than their less than stellar Yorkshire pudding, Lucky Baldwins still has an extensive beer selection and menu of pub grub. The service and ambiance were what you'd expect from a Lucky Baldwins. read more

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This is a follow-up review because I returned. It wasn't a weekday, so no $25 deal this time -- but I will say something important: the steak fries and chicken tenders were back to perfection. This has long been my favorite spot for chicken tenders, but over the last year the consistency slipped. It became a bit of a gamble -- sometimes soggy fries, sometimes odd cuts of meat. Today? A return to glory. Crispy, hot, exactly how they used to be. The staff was kind and attentive as always. What stood out -- and not in a great way -- was what I assume is new management. I watched a manager measuring a vodka bottle on the floor in front of customers, repeatedly coming out to count bottles and say things like, "this is 8 shots off," within earshot of guests. It created a tense atmosphere. I might not work in food service, but I do work in leadership. I understand protecting margins and watching inventory. I also understand that hospitality has nuance -- drinks get spilled, remade, comped, adjusted. Publicly auditing staff in front of customers doesn't build trust or morale. It creates discomfort. Leading by scare tactics is a sure fire way to lose the respect of your staff. As a customer, I felt it. If I felt uncomfortable, I can only imagine how the staff might feel. Yuck is all I can say. I wouldn't want this person's management style "inspiring" and leading any of my teams. The kitchen being back on its game is a huge win. I want this place to succeed -- it's been a longtime favorite. I just hope the leadership style can grow or change to support the team as much as the food supports the reputation. read more

My boyfriend wanted corned beef and cabbage for St. Patrick's so I figured this place would be authentic. We ordered the top 2 recommended dishes and an apple pie for dessert. Sadly, everything was a huge disappointment. The portions were small and food was extremely bland. Not sure what they were thinking charging $19 for a few slices of meat with unseasoned boiled veggies and a scoop of stew that came with 2 croutons, NOT French roll & butter. $70 for 1 coke, 1 beer, 2 dishes, and 1 cold store bought apple pie. We left pretty darn unsatisfied. In the end, we stopped by a market to pick up some corned beef and prepared a MUCH BETTER tasting version at home. read more

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Sorry to see the Trappiste go. It was not without it's faults, but had some good beers and decent food here read more

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Fun trivia night! I went to trivia night last Tuesday. We had a large group, so they accommodated us on their front patio. I had two pints of the Lucky Baldwins Red Belgian Blonde. We also shared some fried calamari, fries, amongst other appetizers. I only had a tidbit, but it all tasted good. Service was a little slow in the beginning when it was busy, but once it reached an equilibrium, service was really good. read more

Located between Allen Avenue and Pasadena City College is Lucky Baldwin's Trappiste. It is known for its great selections of beer, mixed drinks, food, and atmosphere. Over 65 beers on tap and about 100 beers available chilled, Lucky's is an adventure every time. Taps are constantly being changed and the beers available will put a smile on your face. In addition, this is the only Lucky Baldwins location featuring a full bar. Hand crafted cocktails are available. Staff will assist you with your questions and help you make a selection. The food that is available ranges from great chicken wings, burgers with fresh cut fries, to bangers and mash. Specials appear frequently. Ask your server what is available. The Chicken Chipotle Sandwich, The Lucky Burger with fresh cut fries, the Spicy Chicken Wings, the Cobb Salad chicken tenders, housemade potato chips,The Bread Pudding dessert are my favorite orders. I enjoy fresh soup, when it is available. I miss the full body texture and flavor of their original chili recipe that is no longer on the menu. This neighborhood meeting place has an eclectic clientele. Families, students, and international visitors find Lucky Baldwin's Trappiste the place to meet. Tuesday night trivia is always very popular. Austin is a great host and creates an entertaining evening. There are three Lucky Baldwin's Pubs... let people know that you will meet them at Trappiste on Colorado Boulevard. read more

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Ambience and friendliness aside, I am disheartened that the food and drinks here were both terrible. My cheeseburger tasted of straight burnt meat every other bite, and my moscow mule which was mixed with ginger beer, tasted almost exclusively of liquor. I completely understand that you don't go to a bar of all places for food, but this place is rough. Our service however was fantastic and friendly. I would never blame a waiter for a bad set of food of course, as they have nothing to do with it. The memories made here are better than everything here anyways. Cheers read more

The best fish and chips I have eaten in a very long time. Amazing, friendly service a really nice place definitely wanna come back.

came here on July 19, after I stopped by samys camera. Just right across the street from samys camera; there it is... Belgian trappiste... I haven't been here for 2 decades so it was very nice re visiting again. The Belgian beers were excellent and so was the Guinness steak and mushroom pot pie. Would give this place a 5 star if customers could purchase Belgian beer and bring it home.. read more

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Came here with my brother, before he went to work. Perfect timing as it was mid afternoon 3 pm. Looks like the place is great for a beer and watching games. Good selection of beers, and typical bar food. Food was ok. Originally ordered calamari and after 10 minutes was told there was none. Ok , Ordered 10 piece wings and chicken tenders. Drinks , one ale and an Arnold Palmer . Tab $68 Overpriced bar food. Beers was great. Service unfortunately like the other reviews , seemed as if we were a bother. If one doesn't like dealing with the public please find an online job. My recommendation sit at the bar , enjoy the beer , a game and eat next door at the pizza parlor read more

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I love this place. However, management was not prepared for the first World Cup game. We were informed by our nice server that "the cook stopped taking orders for food because the cook had 15 orders and was alone" so we came to have lunch watch the game and enjoy. Not sure how the rest of the games will be. read more

Wow! Has this place declined! Yes, the other reviews are accurate, the food is God Awful. I used to like to come here for a pint and fries (chips). They no longer have traditional, thick cut, steak fries - just the same old Sysco type crap everyone else carries. To top it off they were burnt beyond recognition (see photo). If a place can't make french fries imagine what their other food is like. Maybe they're trying to uphold the reputation of terrible British food. Very sad, I used to like this place but Lucky Baldwin has begun their death spiral. There are better options in Pasadena like Blind Donkey. Management should stop with the Yelp excuses as damage control and put their efforts towards making their dining experience and food worthwhile for their customers. read more

Lucky Baldwins Pub - Trappiste - Blah, oil was obviously too hot = fries overcooked. Looks like a typical Sysco distribution French fry product. - Pubs Near Me - Pasadena, California

Good Parking on a Saturday. My dog & I enjoyed the patio. They even have dishes for hungry dogs. We started with the ever-robust Guinness Dark. My partner would have liked to have tried Tetley's English Ale, but our well-informed Server said 86 (aka-" we're out ") We ordered the Steak & Guinness Mushroom Pie, and Lucky Baldwin's " Famous " Fish & Chips. They are famous for good reason: always with tender cod, expertly dipped in Ale Batter & Cooked to Perfection. The pie was good to the last drop of sauce which has that tangy " Pour me another Guinness " flavor. read more

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This place is the real deal. They are an actual full bar with actual English food on the menu. And not like, American food with a British name, be prepared to eat real, real British food here along with your pints and spirits. This place is specially great for watching sports on TV but arrive early if you want a table. There's wings, tacos and burgers for those seeking a more American experience. My favorite here is their St Patrick's menu. I don't know any of the servers or bartenders here by name, but thankfully I don't need to because service here is pretty consistent and pretty solid. Never had a bad experience at the Lucky Baldwin Trappiste Location. read more

Walked into Lucky Baldwins an hour before the Ravens game is scheduled to start and the one guy in a red shirt is doing laps, so I know to be patient. He brings me water, menu. When he comes back I order a Stella and their fish & chips. I just left. Didn't get the beer, at all. No walk by to say the kitchen is taking long, sorry about your beer. Two other tables that got there after me got their drinks. A waitress brought drinks to her tables. The two stars are for the ice water. Disappointing. read more

Lucky Baldwins Pub - Trappiste Ale House is a great place to Drink, and to Eat - but it's also a great place to bring a date: because... 1). Lucky Baldwins feels more European than most other local Restaurant-Bars in Pasadena, or in any other part of LA. 2). Lucky Baldwins offers around 200 imported beers, and over 50 types of Scotch. 3). Lucky Baldwins has a pretty good Pub-Food menu, offering Fish & Chips, Meat Pies, English Curry, Bangers & Mash, Burgers, Calamari, Scotch Eggs, etc. 4). Lucky Baldwins doesn't blare TV shows like other bars. 5). Lucky Baldwins has a front patio, just like in Belgium. I have been to Lucky Baldwins Pub - Trappiste Ale House many times, mostly to the branch in Sierra Madre, but also a few times in Pasadena. It has a good discount "Happy Hour" menu (Monday - Thursday from 2pm-6pm & again from 10pm-11pm), which makes it a great place to go Before seeing a movie with dinner planned for afterwards, OR a great place to go After seeing a movie if you already had a lite dinner before it and were craving a late night Ale & a good half-priced Pub Snack afterwards. And unlike most pubs, Lucky Baldwins also offers a hearty English Breakfast (served on the weekends, Sat & Sun, 9am-12pm) offering eggs, beans, bangers, English Crumpets, & a rasher of bacon, plus more yummy stuff. In fact, most of the food here is British Pub-Grub, and not Belgian at all (Except for their strawberry & whipped cream covered Belgian Waffles). Lucky Baldwins even offers a Sunday Roast Beef feast British style (Beef Au Jus, Honey Glazed Carrots & Parsnips, Roasted Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding. - Sundays Only, From noon on). But the Most unique menu offerings here are from the "Fido Menu", which lists two choices, both designed for Dogs, and both served in steel bowls to be placed on the ground next to your table. So if you don't come here with a human date, you can certainly come here with a Dog-Date. And I assure you - That date will end up going home with you. read more

On St. Patty's Day, the fish n chips was one piece of fish that was oily, and soggy, no flavor at all. Won't be back

DO NOT GO FOR WORLD CUP. Woefully understaffed and charging more for food than listed in menu.

This is a place we visit from time to time, so this wasn't our first visit, which made the experience even more disappointing. Visited on Sunday around 3 PM when it wasn't busy at all. Our server barely came to our table, and it took a long time just to place our order. Drinks came out quickly, but the food took much longer. Both dishes arrived cold. The fish and chips were especially disappointing. The fish was cold, the batter was soggy, and it came with one very small piece of fish, even though photos from other reviews show two pieces. The green peas were cold as well. Portions were small, the table was dirty, and overall the experience didn't match the price. We still tipped, but the service and food quality didn't justify it. Would never go back or recommend this place. read more

This has been my go to place for a while as it is in my neighborhood and it is a nice spot for a quick drink. The service is always a hit or a miss but I don't mind as I am usually meeting someone for a quick beer /wine but today they topped their worst! Service was bad. Granted the place was crowded but if they can't handle the crowds they should let their guests know ahead of time of the wait they would have to face. Drinks menu is misleading and prices are not listed for the cocktails. Food took forever to come out - it took three reminders. They made me pay extra for the sauce which should come with the food without informing me of the cost. And don't even bother with dessert because it is flavorless and loaded with sugar. Overall not the best experience. read more

Great beer selection in a pub with a pretty authentic pub feel and appearance. Service was attentive and friendly. Food was disappointing. Scotch egg was tasty but was seriously just the size of an egg for $15. Fish and chips plate was one small piece of fish with decent chips for $18. Cornish pasty said it had Cornish beef (that should be cubed but was ground) with a thin tasteless pastry crust rather than a hot water crust. For $14. We should have just drunk beer and ordered some chips. Way too expensive for what we got. read more

This is a review of Yelp which totally sucks! But i have to say that Nova is do very nice and for that it is worth coming to LB and asking for her to assist you in your dining treat. And if you are lucky you will also get the expert mixologist Desiree! They help this place to be a place that you want to wind down at after driving in LA- good ambiance and decent music. read more

Good beer and service was there for a party they kept the beer flowing didn't have a chance to eat but it looked great

This restaurant is not ADA compliant. They would not allow my medical service animal inside and stated that they must wear a service animal identification vest which is NOT required by law. I tried to explain her job which is medical alert and they didn't care, would not listen, and clearly do not know and understand what the laws are. They said we would have to sit outside. It's hot out so we left. Can't comment on the food since we didn't get to try it but the service stinks. read more

Very nice Irish bar and a great place to watch games. The service was OK; our waitress could have been a little more attentive and was slow on responding to requests . However, the hamburger I had was very good; the Irish was outstanding juicy burger, with well toasted bun, a generous amount of blue cheese and bacon. Torn between three and four stars but service really was lacking when there were not a lot of customers in the place. But everyone in my party if seven enjoyed the food read more

Thank you to the server with short black hair, and her staff- they were genuinely helpful and gracious to our group of ten! We ordered appetizers and entrees and they came out on time and hot! Drinks delicious! We can't thank them enough for their hospitality! Perfect atmosphere for a summer night too! read more

Great pub for getting a drink and dinner! The service is very friendly and fast. The portion sizes are generous. They have a great selection of beer but unfortunately to a pretty elevated price. read more

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Good fun, great beer and a very nice place to relax with friends. I can't believe I've never been here. It's kind of sad since it has German food and beer in October and who doesn't want to celebrate Octoberfest? read more

Good food and selection, lots of beer choices and great service. Went back a couple times.

Yes!!!! Lucky Baldwins Trappist, now has Clam Chowder, the best!!!! Everyone, come on for it!!!!

They host trivia every Tuesday night which is really fun. The service can be a little slow but the waiters and staff are really nice. The food is a little pricy but quite good for pub food. read more

Returned from travel to Emerald Isle. Ordered pint and grubbed on Steak and Guinness Meat Pie ~ Sláinte! read more

Lucky Baldwins Pub - Trappiste - Nice pour. Sláinte! - Pubs Near Me - Pasadena, California

If you grow up in the area, this had to be one of your favorite hang outs with buddies or a date. I can or cannot remember bits and pieces of various evenings here depending on how much I drank that evening. And yes they were all memorable- including the Dodgers losing to the Cubs in the playoffs with my wife on a date night long long ago. So my wife and I were lucky enough to be back here in the middle of the day because one of my tires caught a screw and I had to get my tires replaced at the nearby America's Tires. So happy this place is opened for lunch!! It was a bit early in the day so a black cherry Kombucha was the way to go for me along with their famous fish and chips. As always the foods didn't disappoint. Forgot to get the bread pudding that friends rave about. Will have to return soon to squash that craving. Okay aside from the nostalgia, the yummy foods and great selection of drinks, the service is what puts this place over the top. Our server/bartender was the do-it-all person. She was very cordial and efficient. So impressed!! Can't wait to be back!! On Lucky Baldwin, this place and two sister pubs are named after this colorful historical figure. Did you know Lucky Baldwin founded the Santa Anita Race Track? Also he was almost assassinated couple times because he didn't marry the ladies he promised to. Yaks!! Lol read more

Lucky Baldwins Pub - Trappiste - Lucky Baldwins' Famous Fish N Chips and black Cherry kombucha - Pubs Near Me - Pasadena, California

This was my second time here but my partner (who introduced me to this place) has been coming here forever. I love the ambiance of this place. It's got that old British pub feel to it and I freaking love that! Both times I've been here we sat at the bar and miss Virginia was a such a wonderful, sweet and friendly bartender/server. I loved their chicken tenders and fries but what did it for me was their Oreo cheesecake! . It was absolutely delicious! I'll be coming back here more than often than not, I feel. Lol read more

Wow!! Has this place really gone down hill....I just had a delivery made of fish N chips but made the mistake of ordering a side salad and my fish n chips turned into just fish...Please don't be misled by the photo of the fish N chips either...Looks like you're getting 2 huge pcs of fish, but they only give you 1 small fish now, for $20.00?....I used to go there every Friday but moved to Rosemead last year and have missed this food...Needles to say I won't be back...anybody know of a good Fish N Chips place? You should call the Fish N Chips " Fish and 1 Side" read more

How have I not ever reviewed our favorite pub to frequent!? Basically this is one of our favorite restaurants. We drive from a nearby town pretty often for a burger and a pint (their English Burger is perfection, their fries are my favorite...and I'm fry picky...and if you've never tried Craftsman 1903 Lager, do yourself a favor and order a glass). We've tried most of their menu items and have yet to be disappointed! The bar itself is comfortable with great indoor/outdoor seating options. Pups are welcome outside, so bring your furry friends! The beer selection is extensive! If you don't know what you want, the amazing staff is happy to offer suggestions. And they're usually spot on! They pay a lot of attention, you'll never feel ignored, never feel like the food or service is taking too long. And definitely head here Tuesday nights for trivia! It's packed, fun, free if you spend $15 and Austin always makes the trivia challenging, fun and interactive. Basically...go here. And as the Irish say: "Here's to a long life and a merry one. A quick death and an easy one. A pretty girl and an honest one. A cold pint and another one!" read more