What a local gem!! I stopped by today for a productive study session and was so pleased by the delicious coffee and warm atmosphere. My coffee order was simple-- a hot latte--but it was so delicious. It's a great space to study with fast Wi-Fi and outlets but it's also great for meeting up with a friend and eating what looks to be some delicious sandwiches. I will definitely return to try the sandwiches, another goodies on the menu. read more

First of all this place is cute and so quaint. Second the sandwiches are so good! I love the bread maybe a little more dressing but that's just my personal preference. I got the turkey and added jalapeños SO GOOD!! The roasted chicken SO GOOD!!!! And the Caprese SO GOOD!!! I also got a latte which tasted good but a little too much like milk and not coffee for me. Cashier was nice and helpful. 10/10 recommend. Going back for ALL the sandwiches!! Run don't walk..... you're welcome, We devoured our food forgot to take photos. read more

I'm glad they exist since Pasadena needs more quick stop sandwich shops, however it's a bit overpriced and the food is just ok. It's a deli sandwich- I shouldn't be paying $18 for this! The roasted chick was so basic- some chicken (which was good quality) slapped on a basic bun with some sweet sauce on it- won't get again. The turkey club was nice, again it's a deli sandwich with deli meat; it did have a decent amount of avocado so I appreciated that. The first time I went the service was friendly and outgoing. The second time I went they were cold and rude, it was like my being there was inconveniencing them. Overall, if you're in the area and need a quick bite it does the trick (can't really eat there since it's very small inside) read more

Neighbors & Friends Cafe is an absolute neighborhood gem. The space is so thoughtfully designed. Bright , charming, and effortlessly aesthetic without feeling overdone. It has that perfect cozy-meets-cute vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. The staff was wonderful across the board, and Nicole was so kind, welcoming, and attentive. Great service really makes a place memorable, and she definitely added to the experience. As for the food, everything tasted incredibly fresh, and the prices were surprisingly good for the quality. I ordered the Grump sandwich and it was SOOO YUMMY. The bread was unbelievably soft and fresh, and the ingredients were flavorful, high-quality, and just plain delicious. You can really taste the care in the food. Love finding places like this that have great energy, great service, and food that actually lives up to the aesthetic. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to. (Please note this is being written while eating I had to take a moment to acknowledge this spot!) read more

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Funny, I wasn't planning on coming here but we were in the area and the neighbors and friend instagramming had gotten my attention so I booked marked them. As it turns out they were very close to some Korean shaved ice we came over to get. Shaved ice store didn't open for another hour so we decided to grab lunch. When we walked up there was a table set up outside and people asked us if we wanted free coffee and pastries. Um heck yeah! So we got those in addition to sandwiches. These guys are super nice! Super quick and they asked if we would like refills on our ice tea. I like a place that stays on top of a beverage refill. We sat at a big communal table and enjoyed our coffees, pastries and sandwiches. Everything was delicious! I had a BLTA and it was on some really fresh focaccia bread! I eat a ton of BLT'a and this one was really good. My kid ate a grilled cheese which she loved. See the cheese pull below. She also got some homemade potato chips and put those in the sandwich and said that made it super good! I would totally come here again! Sandwiches, patties, coffees, service were all great!! They also had some charcuterie platters that looked especially good! Oh I couldn't eat my pastry which was a croissant so I took it home and made a sandwich and it was still good a day later!! Definitely, plotting my return for more yumminess. read more

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Such a quaint place. I really enjoyed the friendliness of the staff and the cleanliness of the place. I ordered a cheese charcuterie board to go and waited about 10 minutes for them to prepare it. It was so pretty, I almost didn't want to ruin it by eating it. read more

Neighbors & Friends - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

I stopped in on a busy Saturday afternoon , by than there were sold out of croissants so I ended up getting the caprese (no tomato) filled with ricotta, pesto, balsamic, fresh mozzarella , arugula on a baguette. The sandwich seemed flavorless and the baguette tasted to be a day old dry and hard . Cute cafe though and friendly staff read more

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I got the Feisty Tuna with some chips and a blueberry loaf. The sandwich was pretty tasty! It had a lot of fixings that I don't usually see in a tuna sandwich, like candied jalapeños and pepperoncinis, which I liked. The bread was toasted nice and wasn't too hard/chewy. Great sandwich. I would come back! read more

Neighbors & Friends - Feisty Tuna - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Pretty solid sandwich spot and very cute place to hang out with friends. They even have board / table games you can play. The concept of community is quite unique with the shared table and space, although there are a few individual tables if you want 1:1 space with someone else. I came here for the Dine LA special, which is a great deal for brunch with one main + drip coffee for $15! The Two Ladies Avo Toast is quite impressive in size and flavorful. I ended up having to eat with a fork because it's hard to grab but otherwise a unique concept and quite tasty. A good place that I would consider coming back for charcuterie boards or just another sandwich if I'm ever around this block. read more

Neighbors & Friends - Two ladies avo toast - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Finally got to try neighbors and friends. I'm actually not a huge sandwich fan but I'm converted lol The sauce in the sandwich was so good! The lemonade was perfect for a hot day. Not too sweet and really tart. I could probably drink like 10 cups of it lol Can't wait to come back and try their other menu items. Great vibe, comfy seats, and all the staff were very friendly read more

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This place is community focused. So let's see if they're pretty good eh or ew. Vibes are cozy, everyone here is super nice, and they had a bunch of fun treats and yummy looking menu items but I ended up getting their truffle parm chips, Cali chicken salad wrap, and browned butter banana bread to try. The Truffle chips were well salted, had plenty of pungenty fragrant truffley flaves and were amazingly crunchy. I added creamy nutty avocado and savory bacon to the salad wrap which had plenty of fresh crunchy nutty lettuce and refreshing cucumbers, crispity crunchy croutons, and a decent amount of shredded savory umami a bit dry rotisserie tasting chicken all in a decently chewy wrap. Tasted pretty light, fresh, and healthy. And the browned butter banana bread. MNM. Buttery, moist, fluffy, soft, perfectly sweet, with plenty of bananay flaves and some crunchy walnuts. Pure deliciousity. Overall this place is lowkey pretty good. Truffle parm chips $4 Cali chicken wrap $15 +avocado +$2 +bacon +$3 Banana bread $6 read more

Ok so first of all EVERYONE was so friendly and nice. The food was so good we had to come back so you got a collection of pics. BUT I didn't even get pics of everything. Yall their oatmealllll soooo freaking good. They try and remember your names. My husband and I really like this place. We took our oldest son too and he loved it. Going to bring all the fam here. It just feels like friends making you delicious food. Highly recommend! I'll be back soon. Also the vibes are so chill inside. Comfy chairs! Park anywhere on Union. It's a small walk to a parking deck if you need it! Highly recommend!!! -The James Fam! read more

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I'd been eyeing this place ever since someone brought a charcuterie box from here to an event and when I found out they offer a vegetarian option, I was completely sold. Finally made it in with a group of friends and it did not disappoint! The charcuterie boxes are as beautiful as they are delicious. Everything was fresh, thoughtfully put together, and packed with great options. As the only vegetarian in my friend group, it's always a treat when a menu actually gives me multiple dishes to choose from rather than an afterthought option, and Neighbors and Friends delivered on that front. The staff were wonderful. Even with a self-service setup for cutlery and napkins, they were attentive, happy to help us navigate the menu, and made the whole experience feel welcoming and relaxed. We left already planning our next visit! There were items we didn't get to try, and honestly, that's the best kind of problem to have. If you haven't been, go. And if you have been, you already know. read more

Just took a bite of my first breakfast sandwich from this wonderful privately owned establishment who supports local artisans. Best Breakfast sandwich ever! Perfect sweet soft bun with a delectable herb spread only to be followed by thick bacon, melted cheese and hearty portion of eggs! Great value...can't wait to return for another adventure! read more

Best tuna sandy I haver ever had!! Also the vibes inside were so fun, great customer service and a good place to eat and work if you need to. The chai was really good as well and so were the truffle chips read more

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Simply delicious! When we first looked at the menu, the sandwiches sounded very simple but when we actually tasted it, the flavors were surprisingly very complex and delicious. We tried the Deviled egg croissant sandwich, Grilled cheese with pear and caramelized onion, and the Roasted chick sandwich. The croissant was delicious and the way the egg salad was placed in the croissant allowed you to fully enjoy the croissant without it getting soggy. The flavors in the other 2 sandwiches were spot on, with the right balance of sweet and savory. We really enjoyed all 3 sandwiches. Everyone was very friendly and the service was great. They even gave us a free sample of their Figgy Piggy breakfast Sammie which was also very tasty. There were ample seats available when we got there around 11:30 on a Sunday morning. Seats along the wall allowed you to have access to outlets and free WiFi was an added bonus. There were also a few tables available. Highly recommend this gem in Pasadena. Street parking available as well as parking structures a few blocks down. read more

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This cafe is an absolute gem, and the owner, Kaiy, is freakin' AMAZING! I stopped in the day of my sister's birthday to grab a charcuterie box for our Erykah Badu concert celebration, and she could not have been more helpful. She walked me through all the options, helped me choose the perfect box, and even gave recommendations on how to enjoy everything. The box itself was incredible. The honey was next-level, and she put me onto Profanity Habanero Jam, which I am still obsessed with. If you're ever in a pinch or planning in advance and need a charcuterie box same day or another, this is the place to go. You will not be disappointed. I can't wait to go back and try more from the menu and enjoy dining in. read more

Was able to stop by again right before they closed at 3pm! I got the individual size box and it was enough for myself for lunch on the go! So beautifully designed - they got it down to a science now! The box contained a good variety of cheese (4 total) and fruit (strawberry, orange which was so sweet!, blueberries, blackberries, kiwi, dried apricot), pistachios, mini pickles, a little bit of honeycomb and olives. I don't usually like olives but I liked these ones! They're green and have a bite to them. Crackers is an additional cost depending which one you pick so total price for my box with tip was around $30. I left this in the fridge to enjoy the next day out and it traveled pretty well! Looking forward to coming back and trying more items here. They also have an LA Community Fridge for those in need and various local brand goodies to purchase too. Lastly, there are special classes and events too! read more

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Loved it. Will be back for sure. My 'two ladies' avocado toast came on delicious toast, perfect crispiness. Egg was delish and red onions were perfect. I will get it again for sure. Bf loved his bacon egg and cheese sandwich, the eggs were so fluffy. I was super curious about the deviled egg croissant, will try next time. Service was super friendly. Cozy vibes. Highly recommend! read more

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Went to this place on a Friday just to purchase a cheese board to go for a picnic. They had very quick service and prepared a cheese board for me instantly. There was an option of just cheese vs. cheese with deli meats. It honestly had amazing toppings for a charcuterie board which included a variety of fruits, cheeses, honeycomb, and pickles. I was pleasantly surprised with the variety and would come back again for the convenience. Usually I would create my own charcuterie board for picnics but this place allows me to have a lot of variety without purchasing a lot of extra cheese and fruit from a grocery store. They create boards for 2 people as well as board for 4 people. Would highly recommend for anybody! read more

Tried the pumpkin bread. It was soft and moist. I liked the topping and the addition of the walnuts. We got it warmed up which ended up drying out the outer surface but overall still good! read more

Neighbors & Friends - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

A lovely community cafe in Old Town Pasadena with a cozy interior and fun items to shop. I got a cheese box (I requested more fruit instead of cheese!) which was not only beautifully made on the spot, but also tasted delicious. You can tell they source the best and freshest ingredients! There's a decent amount of seating for groups or if you're looking for a solo date spot. Employees are really friendly and gave great suggestions! I got the Figgy Piggy which was a delicious sandwich with fig butter, goat cheese, prosciutto, pistachios, and honey on a baguette. Sooooo good! And I paired it with their lemonade for a refreshing touch. They also have a nice selection of baked goods - I was eyeing that cornbread....definitely will be back to try some. read more

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Really just a solid place. The service is always friendly and quick, and the food/coffee itself is legit.

Ok, so I've only had the espresso here, which is great, but everything looks great! The bread always tempts me, but everything I've seen being made or served tempts me because it all looks so delicious. The ambiance is super friendly, and the service is as well. I will eat there soon, but from what I've seen, I can already tell whatever I get I'm going to love. The prices are what you might expect from old town pasadena, and the parking is street parking. There is a parking lot right near them, but I'm not sure of the prices. read more

Love this spot for lunch! So far just tried the chicken pesto sandwich and I really enjoyed it! Can't wait to go back and try more items off the menu! read more

The best way to spend a Sunday!!! Our group of four went early to eat before the class and it was so good. The pork belly with cheese and chips was pair perfectly. The class was so fun and full of information that it we won't feel nervous when we have to do one on our own. Well worth it!!!! read more

The rose milk tea is my favorite! I've had it with and without the espresso shot. My friend had the brisket and onion sammie and enjoyed it. We also ordered the Golden Girls board in "date night" size (good portion for 2). This place is the best and the owners are good people. We love to see them support the community in so many ways. Grateful for the community fridge! We'll be back! read more

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Very friendly staff. Delicious sandwiches and really good coffee. The ambiance is fun. I enjoyed my tuna melt however, I didn't pay attention to how much arugula was piled on it and I had to pick it all off because I really dislike arugula. My two dining partners loved their sammies! Would definitely return. read more

I only popped in to get a quick iced latte on this rainy Wednesday afternoon and I'm very very glad that I did. Besides the amazing kind workers and incredible coffee, this spot has so much personality to it. Lots of seating and the music is so good I was jamming in my chair! Community resources here for those affected by the fires! Kind smiles and a great variation of food options read more

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Holy smokes I came in for their dineLA cheese platter and it was beautiful. But more importantly, my friend ordered their caprese sandwich. She gave me half of it to try. I put a piece of mortadella/ salami in it and that was the best caprese sandwich I've ever had!!! The service was very hospitable and the ambiance is great for studying or a solo date. read more

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My friend and I had a cheese board, avocado toast and the Figgy Piggy. All great! Staff is really nice. Place is very cute. We had a nice lunch. read more

So I was in Pasadena today and I Yelped sandwiches near me, and this place popped up...I was in walking distanced so I stopped...ordered the chicken grilled cheese and an ice tea...sandwich was good, but...Where was the chicken, I mean there was like 2 lil pieces of chicken...flavors were good but No Damn Chicken and for $17...WTF...so...$25 later, which included the yummy ice tea...I was disappointed...Do better! ‍ read more

Such a great vibe and atmosphere with the decor to the friendly staff! All the food sounded delicious, the (limited time) breakfast burrito with brisket was VERY yummy, as was the golden girls charcuterie board (love that you can make your own). The cold brew coffee with the vanilla cream top was a miss for me - I think I had a vision of something different, not bad just not for me. Will definitely be back! Oh and the owner gave us a sample of their vegan chocolate chip cookie which was chefs kiss!!!! read more

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Ordered: - The grump Italian sandwich (5/5): One of the best sandwiches we've ever had!! They were super generous with the meats, loved the texture of the bread, loved the flavors of the sauces included, and just overall well balanced with no faults. Saw that it's normally $18 which is a bit steep but honestly too good not to try with this deal. - Pasta salad (3/5): Not bad but not the best we've had. Good size to go with the sandwich, not too heavy which we appreciated. - Cheesecake (4/5): Huge slice of cheesecake but a little too sweet for our liking. We also didn't have it right away so the texture was a little more wet than we were used to but we loved the texture and flavor of the crust. - Me time cheese box (3/5): This DineLA deal unfortunately didn't feel as worth it for us because of how small the box was. We appreciated the aesthetics of the box but we didn't love the lavender or flowers because the lavender was a bit too strong for us and got everywhere in the box so we had to pick it out. The honey whipped ricotta was definitely our favorite thing in the box and instead of berries and fruits we would've preferred more cheese and meats. The pistachios included were a nice touch though and the pickles were very tasty. Overall (4/5): It took 30 mins for our order which was a bit long but they seemed understaffed for the number of people that visited while we were there. Love the concept of the store and the "neighborly" vibe thanks to the community fridge that folks can drop stuff off to and take back. While there is seating, it can get a bit cramped and there's no bathroom that we saw available so we recommend taking your order to go. Lastly the food was pretty good (especially the sandwich which left a lasting impression) but the cost of everything overall feels a bit steep outside of DineLA. read more

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My sister and I came by a few months ago to try one of their fresh charcuterie boards. The staff were friendly and nice. We got a small sized charcuterie box to share but it was filled with a variety of fruits, cheeses, olives and honey too. I got a rose iced cafe latte which was very tasty and went well with the cheeses and fruits. The staff mentioned that they had a charcuterie workshop going on at the time. I haven't tried it but sounds interesting! Looking forward to trying more of their other cheese boards from their menu too~ read more

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Intro: My girlfriend and I wanted to tryout something new around town. We saw their little shop around the corner as we walked around and we were like lets try this place out. Pros: - Croissants were amazing! It had airy consistency with some crunch. It was layered to perfection and stuffed with deviled eggs to give it some ooomf. My brain went Oooo La La. The creamy texture from the deviled eggs took it to the next level. - the staff was nice and made some recommendation for us try out. We definitely were not disappointed - we also order their tomato bisque which had a nice kick to it. - they had a nice warm ambiance when we first came in. My girlfriend loved the holiday spirit. Overall: I would recommend all the great neighbors of LA to come try this place out. Simple dishes made into a flavor bomb. read more

Neighbors & Friends - Stuffed croissant with deviled eggs - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

I have been trying to check this place out since I moved back to Pasadena and I finally got to today! All the girls working were so rad, the music was amazing, and the sandwich I got was UNBELIEVABLE! I got the vegan option and my mouth is already watering thinking about when I get to eat it again. Cute and cozy with lots of seating and amazing food! My cortado was delicious as well - tell your vegan friends about this sandwich! Highly recommend :) read more

Neighbors & Friends - Veggie Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Neighbors & Friends is everything I love about Old Towne Pasadena. Locally sources oils, jams and pantry items, build it yourself cheese charcuterie plates, deli items. It's cozy, friendly and wholesome. There's a community pantry for those who need groceries and cooking/charcuterie classes in the back. Pre made sandwiches, spreads and dips in the front. Drop in. There's something for everyone. read more

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They have food on the menu but you can also build your own charcuterie box. If you're not wildly imaginative like me, they also have pre-built boxes you can select from. Once you order it, they make it for you right there and then. You can even buy a little charcuterie box for 1 person. Crackers and baguette are sold separately. The crackers they sold were a tad bit addicting. The banana bread was also outrageously delicious and quite possibly the best banana bread I've ever had. There was a flavor in there that I could not put my finger in, so what the secret ingredient is... I don't know! I told them that I was getting something for myself to just treat myself. To which one of the workers shouted, "Yes! Treat yourself!" They were super friendly and answered all of my questions. I brought the beautiful box they assembled and enjoyed it while basking in the sunlight on a beautiful So Cal day in a rose garden. Work has been so stressful. This was so ideal. My only mishap (that is not their fault at all but my own error) was putting the box in my tote bag, which was jostling around with a notebook and my cellphone. Unbeknownst to me, there was honey drizzled in the charcuterie box and it spilled out of the box they gave me and got my phone and book sticky. So don't be like me, treat that beautiful box with respect and hold it upright. Everything in there was delicious and high quality. Even the nuts were really good. Even the fruit was so sweet and so good. And everything complemented each other in that box. I honestly could not have been more happy. read more

Tried Neighbors & Friends thanks to Too Good To Go. I was given 2 apple pastries and a chocolate peanut butter cheesecake made by another small business. Makes sense why it's called neighbors & friends, they also sell items from other small/local businesses as well. The treats were delicious. The pick up time was a little before closing so I didn't look around too much but from what I can see, they sell picnic-like/charcuterie treats as well. I'd definitely go back to try their other items. read more