I'd love to give the place a 10/10. I am a coffee and pastry lover. The place smashes them both…read moretogether into this beautiful little shop. As Pasadena goes, parking can be a little tough but its worth circling for street parking. I got there super late on a Sunday but was lucky enough to nab the last kouign amann from the case. Since I'd never been there before, I also picked up a chocolate bar with hazelnuts. I went for my usual iced vanilla latte but added their cold foam. The girl taking my order was very nice and even apologetic about their limited pastry options. I knew I'd made a mistake by getting there so late on a weekend. But I'm just so glad I got what I ordered. The coffee was delightful! It was perfectly creamy! The cold foam was a great addition to the drink. The kouign aman was out of this world! Perfectly crusty and caramelized. It's one of the best ones I've ever had. I cant wait to go back and try other items. Lesson learned...I'll be there early!

Came in here last weekend after a friend told me about it. Long line and about a 20 minute wait…read more Something about their process seems inefficient as the ordering seemed to take quite a while for some customers. The pastries were beautiful. We had lunch plans nearby, so grabbed one to go to take home and share with my dad. Ordered a pain au chocolat (chocolate croissant). While it wasn't as fresh 8 hours later (nor did I expect it to be!!!!) it was large, the finish was beautiful and the chocolate high quality. I think if I had eaten it right away, it would have been even better. However $7 is on the high end for a single pastry. Would I come back here for the croissant and/or to try other offerings if I was in the area? yes.

Had to charge my car nearby and with most places closed but this place was still open until 9pm…read moreThursday. We went in and my goodness the place is colorful, like a circus of random things of toys, trinkets, accessories and fridges full of packed desserts. I was eyeing their fresh slices of pies and cakes, especially the carrot cake (someone before us bought one and I was curious too), but their late chocolate chip cookies looked super good, too bad the ice cream sandwiches in the fridge only had snickerdoodles, but their hand written menu and ice cream flavors was our final decision. Today's Flavors definitely means something special, but their triple organic milk was unique. It tasted like fresh sweet milk, tastes even better on top of a brownie and with an extra topping (chocolate balls). More people started coming in and given the space we decided to go back with our ice cream, they have chairs outside where lots of people were eating their ice cream too. Overall, I can tell this place is special, very cute and the staff are very friendly. May come back for that carrot cake next time.

Cute little mom and pop type ice cream shop. Very helpful…read morestaff, they let me taste test the ice cream flavors. I was on the fence between the pies and the ice cream. We got a triple milk ice cream with a brownie just as they handed me the bowl I saw some chocolate crunch balls and they added it in for me for a dollar. It's a bit pricey but it's a mom and pop shop so it's to be expected. I'll come back to try some home made pie

I have to say I probably come here 3 to 4 times a year to buy their Nama Chocolate as gifts. They…read morealways have a good selection of flavors, including seasonal ones, and you can usually ask for samples if you want to try something before buying. The Nama Chocolates are the melt-in-your-mouth ones and some of the flavors do contain alcohol. They need to be refrigerated, so when you buy them here they'll give you a small ice pack for your travels, which is really helpful. It's definitely more of a fancy Japanese chocolate and can be kinda pricey, but I think it makes a really good gift. The packaging is nice and it feels a little more special than just buying regular chocolates. The workers here are probably bored lol, but they're always friendly whenever I come in and helpful when I have questions. Overall, one of my spots to go whenever I need a nice chocolate gift.

I have this addiction to Matcha Chocolates…read more They have these Krispy Matcha Chocolates that are tasty. I also like their Matcha Chocolate Squares. For something fancy, the Champagne is so indulgent! Love coming to Royce to pick up a gift!

Hands down the best, most authentic Venezuelan food in Los Angeles. I come all the way from West…read moreHollywood to have an arepa. The staff is so friendly and make great suggestions on what to order. There is limited seating inside, but great outdoor options that is covered. They're adjoined to a Pasadena Public Parking lot. $1 for 2 hours, a great deal! Can't wait to come back! My favorite at the moment is the Reina - chicken & avocado

Came here for Sunday brunch - menu was pretty straight forward but the chocolat and the rest of the…read moredrinks on their menu was overwhelming. I wanted to try their chocolate but still wanted coffee and I had both. oh so good. Food wise, it tasted so authentic & fresh. The place was quite small but just right, people are in & out. I like the outside seating. I can't wait to try their other drinks. P.S. they guy that was there was super helpful. very knowledgeable of what they are offering.

Darrell was so nice and friendly Made my visit so pleasant an asset to sees candy and let me…read morepick my free samples and end up buying the new lemon shortbread bites love sees candy

We stopped by to try the St. Patrick's day chocolates which are mostly made with mint. The…read moreemployees are always happy and always offer free samples to try out. They had the mint chocolates in stock that we were looking for. Easter week is coming soon and they had many bunny tin and special boxes on their shelves.

Some of the chocolates are good, some not so flavourful. But what was disappointing was the…read morecustomer service. The lady seemed to be in such a rush to leave that she literally just wanted you to tell her very quickly what you wanted to get you out of the door. She threw the number i foiled chocolates in a box very quickly and handed it to me. There are so many other chocolate store options that definitely have a better customer service and chocolates Would not recommend this store

What a cute candy shop! I loved stepping in. It was fun to see the beautiful wrapping for…read morechocolates for special occasions. Their chocolate is yummy. I tried a sample of the triple crunch and it was amazing. The chocolate was dark but it wasn't bitter at all and it wasn't tooo sweet. The chocolate felt smooth and soft. Very nice. I got like 20 pieces to try and I also bought their Dubai bar. The Dubai bar was tasty! I think I tasted a hint of amaretto. Very nice.

I've been coming to Goki Cafe for years, and it's easily one of my favorite coffee spots. This…read morefamily-owned, Oaxacan-inspired café sources many of its ingredients directly from Mexico, and you can truly taste the care they put into everything they make. Today I finally tried their Oaxacan Chilaquiles, made with organic corn from Mexico, homemade salsa verde, and two eggs, and they were absolutely delicious! If you visit, I also highly recommend the Goki Mocha, made with rich Oaxacan chocolate. It's been my favorite drink there for years. The service is always wonderful, and you can tell this place is built with so much love and heart. The family is incredibly kind, and I love supporting their business. If you're in the area, definitely give Goki Cafe a try!

Goki is a coffee/tea shop that specializes in Mexican inspired drinks, pastries, and baked goods…read more Milk alternatives are available and this cafe is known for their spacious dining room with comfortable chairs and tables to work or relax. There is a small parking lot to park in. I love the bright colors and inviting decor. Drinks: I've tried their horchata latte and goki latte. I enjoyed the boldness of the coffee. It is strong enough to taste through the milk and other flavors in each drink. I haven't tried their baked goods yet but one day I will. Definitely recommend the Goki latte. Service/Ambiance: Family owned coffee shop, which can be felt through the staff and interactions. Great place to come to if you have toddlers that enjoy watching the trains. Overall, I would recommend Goki for their warm and welcoming ambiance and delicious coffee drinks.

My Friend's Café in Sierra Madre is one of my favorite places to stop by! Their fresh fruit is…read morealways delicious, and their fruit bowls are incredibly tasty and generously made. The veggie juices and smoothies are so refreshing and full of flavor. One thing I really appreciate is the amazing customer service. If you're not sure what you're in the mood for, the staff is always happy to help recommend something that matches your cravings. They are friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. Another big plus is how quickly they prepare orders. Every time I visit, my order is made fresh and ready in no time. If you're looking for healthy, fresh, and delicious food and drinks with excellent service, I highly recommend My Friend's Café!

Refreshing drinks with real fruit juices and friendly and caring service that's beyond…read moreexpectations. We told the lady that we can't have drinks that are too sweet, she was very willing to make adjustments by adding more tea since the sweetness was hard to control with real fruit juices. Only reason I didn't give a 5-star was because the bobas were slightly hard. Other toppings we had were excellent. We walked pretty far away before we discovered this, I'm pretty confident that if we found it earlier, the lady would have done something for us. Tip: If you're going to have the bobas topping, maybe ask them to let you sample one first?

Stopped by in the morning before work and had a great experience. It's a small, clean, and…read morewell-kept spot with an easy, welcoming vibe--perfect for a quick stop without feeling rushed. Megan was super friendly and made the whole visit feel personable and smooth. Service was quick but still attentive, which I really appreciated during the morning rush. I ordered a hot vanilla latte with oat milk--really well done. Smooth, nicely balanced, and served properly hot. A solid go-to drink to start the day. Overall, a great little place for a morning coffee run--clean, friendly, and consistent. I'll definitely be back.

Minimalist coffee shop with great coffee. They have fancy coffee machines and few tables indoor…read more Coffee was fresh and nicely done. Service was fast and good. I would repeat if I m in the neighborhood again.

I am in the Sierra Madre neighborhood and decided to hop in for a cool drink. I am so glad I did. I…read moreordered the Blackberry Fennel Iced Espresso. The syrup was perfectly balanced with the right amount of sweetness and flavors of herbs. The fennel was a beautiful touch: refreshing and herbaceous. It's one of their seasonal drinks and it worked well. There is more seating than the last time I was here which was nice. I am always happy when I come to Syndicate.

What a cute place. Small, bright, large ordering counter, great non-dairy options…read more I wish the menu was displayed other places or a QR code so you can review it before you're standing at the counter. Staff were good- professional. I would've liked someone to tell me what they made lol so if I returned I could reorder it. Otherwise- nice stop off for coffee. Polenta was a customers dog that well, needed a photo.