Staff was very friendly, the food was really good. I enjoyed the French toast and ciabatta breakfast sandwich. The inside was a little crowded but there was a lot of outdoor seating. read more

Marston's - Fantastic French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

This place used to be amazing !!! Until it was taken over by different owners !! We started noticing small changes like : The chicken nuggets are rubber -horrible The hamburgers - no seasoning bland The Pasadena salad -( was my favorite)no longer they made it with spinach and not the original mix The chicken was rubber and they only offer 2 of the cheese poppers instead of 3 Pancakes - aren't as fluffy as they used to be Fruit- looked like it was purchased a week ago If you're looking for the old Marstones with that warm and friendly family place don't go here it's changed for the worst !!! read more

Marston's has always had a solid reputation for excellent food. However, the last time I dined there was probably 20 years ago. Despite the delicious food it tends to offer, I have been reluctant to go back due to memories of long wait times and a tiny parking lot. Now, if I am gonna go enjoy a high-quality breakfast or lunch, the last thing I want to deal with is a long wait time and difficult parking. As I've gotten older and crustier, I definitely do not possess the patience for these things. Recently a friend suggested we meet at Marston's. I agreed because I know the food is good but mostly because this is a very good friend. And I will put my grievances about parking and waiting aside for her. For her only. So we meet and to my surprise, several tables are available! I avoided the parking lot entirely and parked at the public parking garage on Raymond just south of Walnut. It was a short walk to the restaurant. I sit down, decide on an order, then check in on Yelp to get the free piece of baklava they mention on their page. I let the waitress know, and she says, "Oh, we don't do that here". I said, "It's on your Yelp page" and she says, "Yea, but the owner doesn't do that anymore". I said, " Well, maybe the owner should update the page and remove the check in offer". The waitress just sort of shrugged and walked away. Honestly, I didn't care about getting the baklava. I rarely go for freebies of any kind. But it was kind of embarrassing and an uncomfortable transaction. Moving onto the food, the tuna melt and accompanying orzo salad were delicious. The atmosphere was homey, warm, and just what you what expect from eating in a cozy Pasadena craftsman house. The gentleman who refilled our drinks was pleasant and polite. I am usually quite generous with my Yelp reviews but I have to dock a star because of the Yelp check in thing. Also the parking situation does still suck. The food, however, is as excellent as I remember. If the owner or manager reads this, please do remove the free offer on your Yelp page! Not only are you getting our hopes up for homemade baklava, but you are setting customers up for an uncomfortable and weird transaction. Thanks!:) read more

Marston's - Paintings by local artists added a warm touch to the ambiance at Marston's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

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The eggs Benedict were so good and the sauce had great flavor and was silky smooth. The wait staff is attentive without being overbearing. One of my faves in Pasadena! read more

Marston's is a great place for a classic brunch. It's not super trendy, but it is a great family-friendly and DOG FRIENDLY place to grab a nice meal! We always bring my dog when we go and the servers are super wonderful and bring out a little water bowl for him. The best meals to get are the french toast and eggs benedict! read more

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Well this place is a very real OG Pasadena classic. Don't blink you might miss it tucked away just off E. Walnut across from Memorial Park and a half block from Raymond. I know it's mostly known for its fabulous breakfasts but I go for the American club sandwich which is FANTASTIC. Made just the way I like it. Service is always smiles , super courteous and very attentive. Just like the old times. If you want a solid spot in Pasadena look no further. Solid, Solid, Solid... read more

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I had the Rio Grande Tuna Melt. Not being a fan of tuna salad, I was stepping out of my comfort zone. Adding the chipotle peppers and onions is a must. I truly loved this sandwich. There were lots of flavors in every bite. Marston's is a down home pantry with good service. read more

First timer for breakfast this morning and will be a last timer. The service was lacking big time, not only for myself and boyfriend but for another poor patron as well who sat for about 10 minutes without anyone acknowledging him, he literally had to go up to the counter to ask for his order to be taken. The waitresses seem oblivious and really don't care. I had the blueberry pancakes and bacon. We all know bacon is oily but the chef didn't even drain the grease, it was horrible. The pancakes were so undercooked they were almost white. The veggie omlet was good. The best item we ate was the toast. read more

Marston's - Bacon not drained and swimming in grease - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Food: one of the best tuna melts I've had. The jicama salad side dish is so refreshing. Service is ok. Cup of coffee is too expensive. Parking is a challenge. They have a small parking lot. read more

We finally made it!!! Absolutely worth the drive! This cute little house is cooking up some serious deliciousness! My son and I shared a Denver omelette w/potatoes, he also had the kid's chocolate chip pancakes, and we tried the works French toast . Make sure to bring your appetite we had plenty left over to to bring home. Not only did everything looking amazing, it was amazing! Plenty of filling in the omelette, potatoes nicely seasoned, French toast crispy with plenty of fresh berries, pancakes prefect portion for a 9year old. The morning was beautiful so we enjoyed sitting outside under the tent. The staff was super friendly and attentive. Can't wait to try the lunch! read more

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This brunch place has always been one of my favorite. But I like it more for its traditional stability than any particular novelty. It feels like you're eating at your house, and the serving staff has always been nice and attentive in my experience. I usually have the Works (which is a fancy French toast dish) perfect for those looking for a sweet brunch or the Powerhouse omelet (which is a cheese-free egg white dish made for athletes and what I think is a healthy diet of vegetables and lean protein). You can order the powerhouse with regular eggs as well. The coffee is solid, but they don't have fancy coffee drinks, if you need your cold brew oat milk matcha latte with gold dust then this is not the place for you. Parking is limited for the restaurant, prob total 10-15 spots. There's additional parking on Raymond just south of walnut in a public parking structure. It costs 1$ for the first 2 hrs so pretty cheap. Overall solid brunch place for the old fashioned feel. read more

First time here. Solid tasting food, friendly service, reasonable prices and convenient location.

It took us 1.25 hours after seated to get our food. Upon arrival our food was painfully mediocre but we were so hungry but had no choice. For the price and the amount of time we had to wait, I would suggest skipping here and going somewhere else. Orange juice was great, must get. read more

Ordered the works French toast and the huevos rancheros. I was twice disappointed. I love corn flakes and I love French toast. So I lamely thought the two together would be great! I was wrong. The corn flake crumbs don't add anything to the French toast. If anything the odd texture detracts from what would otherwise be very tasty French toast. The berries were sweet and fresh. But they forgot the candied pecans. Not like they would've helped much anyway. The huevos rancheros should not even be called huevos rancheros. Granted, this is Marston's and not Mexican but still, there's a certain reasonable expectation. These "huevos rancheros" were an obscene mass of black beans piled on top of three non-toasted, non-warmed, straight-from-the-plastic-bag corn tortillas. Had trouble finding the two eggs buried within. I was able to find one for sure. But if you like six or so whopping dollops of sour cream on your food, this is the dish for you! And the sliced avocado on top was good. The best part of this two-course disappointment were the potatoes. So three stars overall just for having fresh produce I guess. read more

One of my favorite restaurants in Pasadena. I love the homey feel, the amazing food and lovely servers! Love the Marstens famous salad!!

Not sure how this place gets 3.5 stars. The food was great, service was top notch. I was able to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful Pasadena weather. Not a coffee drinker but they seem to use gourmet coffee, delish. read more

Tried this place out on a whim. It's a little hidden and the parking lot is small. The servers are friendly and attentive. It's a cozy place and our meals were good. I like the fact that this was once upon a time someone's home. Im sure there is lots of history. I like old places like this to explore, some of the restaurant's home history is written and framed on the wall which is cool. Even though it was a busy morning, it's a very calm and relaxing atmosphere which is nice and there is also some outside seating on the patio. read more

Always good interesting choices. A locals favorite. The French Toast is excellent. A little expensive, but always good service and flavors.

Great service and one of the best breakfast restaurants that I've ever had in California!! The workers are actually very friendly and attentive most of their time while they are working hard with the customers for getting better services!! The Florentine Benedict is definitely my top favorite breakfast item from their main menu because it tastes really good and not so salty at all along with the special potatoes! The ambience of a restaurant is very nice, clean, charming, chic, and relaxing as well!! I'll be sure to stop by and eat there in Pasadena again when I have time!! Thank you all so much for everything!! Five stars is my actual total rating!!! ^^ read more

If you are looking for a low key brunch place in Pasadena Marston's is the place for you. The restaurant is pretty popular for breakfast/ brunch and there is a always a line. The line moves pretty quick so make sure you put your name down on the list. We had the pulled pork Benedict and their popular French toast. The servers were extremely polite and efficient! They even split our Benedict for us without us asking for them to do it. The portions are large and definitely value for money! They have parking behind the restaurant but it gets filled up pretty quickly. They recommend parking at 171 N Raymond Ave for free 90 min parking. If you are early enough you can snag some street parking! read more

Marston's - Pulled Pork Benedict and Fantastic French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

I met a b'ness associate here and I was pleasantly surprised. Marston's is a bfast and lunch place on Walnut near Raymond in Pasadena. I arrived early and started off with the cheese popovers ($2.50 for 3). For my main, I ordered a turkey sandwich that comes w/ your choice of side ($10.95). My choice of side was a jicama salad. My associate ordered a blackened salmon salad ($18.50). First of all, the popovers were excellent. They were warm, moist and had a nice piece of cheese inside. These things are addicting!: 5 Stars. Secondarily, its hard to get excited about a turkey sandwich. However, this one was packed w/ moist turkey, and the produce was fresh. In addition, the jicama salad was very refreshing, and a nice change of pace from a green salad: 4 Stars. My associate's salmon was a large, thick piece of fish. He is a regular here, and he is a picky eater. Regarding the ambiance, its a converted home like a number of businesses (dentists, et al) in the Pasadena area. There is also outdoor seating: 4 Stars. Likewise, the service from Kat was friendly and warm. We were constantly being attended to: 4 Stars. My associate's office is right around the corner, so it made it easy to go to Marston's. However, I would have no qualms about returning here the next time I am in Pasadena. read more

Marston's - Turkey sandwich & jicama salad ($10.95) very good - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Hidden Gem! I had one of the best quaint breakfast experiences I've ever had here. I got the pulled pork benedict and it's SERIOUSLY good! The potatoes are awesome too, they have great seasoning and flavor. Everything here was great. The staff was tentative, the order to table time was great, and I couldn't have had a better breakfast that day. They have outdoor front and side dining, as an alternative to indoors. Clean Bathroom, clean restaurant. read more

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The food was superb and extremely well made. I have never encountered such a an amazing and social staff. The setting of the restaurant was so calm and pleasant, I will be returning very soon. read more

Marston's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

A good simple breakfast/lunch restaurant in a world of trendy brunch places. If you're looking for some hearty food without a fancy menu, this is a place to check out. Came here after a hike to echo mountain. Arrived around 1130am and was able to get seated quickly. The menu us simple. One side for breakfast, one side for lunch. I had the pulled pork benedict. Overall it was good, but the pulled pork was a little too mushy for my taste and there wasn't the bold smoky flavor that's typically expected from pulled pork. The potatoes were excellent though. It doesn't come with toast, which is strange for the price you're paying. read more

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Brunch on a Monday. We ordered the works French toast, just eggs with chicken cilantro meat, and poorhouse omelet with eggs. Served fast and very friendly attentive staff. Bustling morning crowd. Tons of tables to choose from. The French toast is solid but not as flavorful and flaky as I remember from the many birthdays I have celebrated here. The California centric artwork adds to the warm ambiance. Glad this restaurant has survived and I look forward to finally returning for the lunch menu. read more

Marston's - Just Eggs with Meat (Cilantro Sausage), The Powerhouse Omelette w/ Eggs & The Works French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

This spot has been here for decades. It recently changed hands. That's often a death knell. That is not the case here. The food is actually better than before. The Pulled Pork Eggs Benny are amazingly good. The French Toast are legendary. The breakfasts are great period. The new owner kept the classics and added a few new items. You can literally taste the love in the food. If you've read any of my reviews in the past, that is what I look for. Love and passion in food. It's worth a drive or a flight. This place is an absolute must. Enjoy read more

Marston's - Pulled Pork Eggs Benny - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

Quaint atmosphere- free parking- indoor as well as outdoor seating. My friend and husband raved about their huevos rancheros however both my cousin and I felt our omelette s were slightly overcooked. The coffee was a bit on the bitter side but the food was flavorful enough that I'd return with hopes of having a different server cause the server we had seemed harried and made me feel like we were an inconvenience. read more

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Marstons is one of my go-to brunch spots in Pasadena. My two favorite dishes are the andouille sausage omelette and the cornflake encrusted French toasts with fresh berries. The service is always great and it's a reliable place for a great meal. read more

Searched for "best breakfast" in Pasadena and this popped up with good reviews, so I told my friend to meet me here. She arrived and was able to sign in outside for the waitlist (perfect) and we were seated about 10 minutes after arrival on Sunday early afternoon. We were seated and drink orders taken. We waited awhile before our server skipped us, and took our order after taking the orders of a table seated after us first. Then it took an unusually long time for a half order or blueberry pancakes and chicken sauce, potatoes and eggs. Food was pretty good, but Tiffany was our server and though she was verbally nice she was not attentive and it was not just us. There is an and all parking lot right before you reach the restaurant. It is an older spot but clean and it wasn't too busy but close space seating. I likely won't be back. I left my water bottle and I called and they held onto until the next day and very much appreciate it! read more

best salad dressing! it goes well with any veggies of your choice. staff is so nice! i've never dined in due to their hours but i always get the dressing to give as gifts. enjoy! read more

This is my absolute favorite breakfast restaurant in Pasadena. If you disagree, you haven't been. I ordered the French Toast (full portion) and a side of special potatoes to go. I would post pictures, but I ate the food too fast. The woman who answered the phone was extremely pleasant. The men who assisted me in paying for my order were friendly as well. The next time, I'll bring my sister and dine in. There is a plethora of outdoor seating. See you soon! read more

Very inviting, warm and friendly service. The servers are always checking up on you and ask if you need anything else. Food came out fast. Eggs Florentine was good. Hot cocoa is on the sweeter side, maybe powdered version. Popular place for breakfast that has been around forever and fills up around 10am on weekdays. Cute, house-like structure. read more

I've been coming here for a long time and since around 2020 , maybe even before the food hasn't been the same. The breakfast potatoes used to be amazing and now they are just so so. Same with the french toast I just ordered. The bread tasted stale and was so flat. It used to be the fluffiest french toast with a crunchy corn flake outer texture. There's just no love put in the food anymore. Quality has certainly declined. No need to come here anymore. read more

A friend told us about Marston's so we were in the area and made a point of trying it for a late breakfast and it was delicious! The eggs florentine was my fave and the French toast was incredible!!! Had coffee and orange juice both were great! Next time we'll try lunch! read more

Marston's - Ham & Eggs w/ potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Had the hickory burger. Mediocre at best. Basically a frozen burger thrown on the grill. Nothing amazing, and definitely not at that price. First and last time there. read more

Best coffee, super outdoor space. Staff is on point. I was surprised the place wasn't packed the way it used to be some years back.

Had lunch with colleagues a few days ago and it was my first time dining here. The food was pretty good (although a bit on the bland side) and they have a cozy, covered outdoor seating area. Portions are a bit small for the price (meaning they only gave me about 7 french fries), but this is an ok place to have a casual lunch. Food was served pretty quickly. The server never even acknowledged my existence and I'm not sure what that was about. One of the gentleman at my table had to prompt her to take my order. I didn't factor that into my rating because I don't think the establishment as a whole should be dinged based on the actions of one person. But it was definitely worth mentioning. read more

I enjoyed my food it was simple but tasty. It was nice place the host was a very nice young man, very accommodating. He took care of everyone fairly and as quickly as he could. The problem solely rested at the feet of our waitress Tiffany who walked right past us to a table who had just been seated and proceeded to take their order even after I told her we were there first and had been waiting longer than we needed to be. I hesitated with what I was feeling until I watched her do the exact same thing to another couple who fit our exact description, 2 Black people. I took notice of the other side of the room where the waitress was taking very good care of all of her customers she even popped over to make sure we were ok. Marstons is a nice place just don't get stuck with Tiffany and it was quite clear that her co-workers knew she was the problem. 3 stars because customer service is important and I can't imagine that the boss hasn't heard about her poor behavior. read more

Came here on a Sunday morning around 9:30am for brunch, and waited only about 5 min for our name to be called. Luckily, we got a parking spot in the corner in their lot, but I can see how it can be tricky especially during busy times. The place was jammed pack and super busy already! It has a nice, homey feel. We got a tiny table in the corner, but happy to be seated. We were immediately greeted and served waters. Ended up ordering the blueberry pancake full stack as well as Eggs Benedict to share. The food came out pretty quickly and was piping hot. The pancakes were nice and fluffy, while the Eggs Benedict were savory and perfect with the runny yolk. The potatoes were a great side bonus. We got the coffee (bottomless) as well- a bit watery, so that was a bit disappointing. Otherwise, a great brunch spot with filling portions, and would come back again! read more

Marston's - Blueberry pancake stack - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pasadena, California

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This place needs a reboot after Covid. I watched the bus girl scrub the floor with a rag and then wipe the table with the same rag. Acoustic ceiling tiles are stained and dusty, replace or get them painted. Blueberry pancakes the batter was overeaten, the gluten made them chewy and hard to cut. If I've learned anything my past 55 years, if an eatery looks nasty in the dining area the kitchen is worse. read more