Old Pasadena Pharmacy

I love this shop so much! I live in South Pasadena and always drive past it on my daily commute, so…read moreI was excited to finally check it out on my day off. The ambiance is so adorable and eclectic, you can definitely tell the owner + staff put a lot of love into this place. Highly curated and thoughtful items. This is the perfect spot to find a meaningful gift for your loved ones. I was helped out by an employee named Carrie and she was so lovely/knowledgable about everything I was looking for! Sometimes you don't know how people will treat you in retail businesses, but sometimes you are so pleasantly surprised! And that was the case here so I had to leave a review. Thank you again!

I always find great things at this place. Love the feel love everything they have in the shop.read more

Sassy trinkets for yourself or as a small gift

Great sheets of wrapping paper, great for table decorations and drawer liners too!

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Retreat

4.8(35 reviews)

When I shop for gifts outside of my neighborhood (East Hollywood), Retreat is my go-to…read more Diane, the owner, has curated a wonderful collection of jewelry, art prints, cards and fun gifts for virtually any occasion. Despite this shop's relatively small size, it is packed with goodies. My go-to is always the card section, where I invariably find a card for an upcoming birthday or, even better, the perfect card for a friend who could use a pick-me-up or a good laugh. My stationary drawer is packed with Retreat cards that I've got on the ready and I am very grateful. There is a great range of options in terms of price. You can find very fun patches and charms for around ten dollars. If you are looking a bit higher-end, there is a lovely collection of jewelry: but you are definitely paying for quality work that will be appreciated. Diane and the various employees are invariably friendly and eager to help you find something perfect for your friend or family.

This used to be one of my favorite shops, and my mom's too, but we recently had a strange and…read moreunpleasant experience. The person working there (possibly the owner, though we're not sure as we'd never encountered her before) was very rude and dismissive towards my mom. My mom was talking about her recent flight and some news she had heard about flying, as she had just arrived from out of town to visit me. The woman with short blonde hair suddenly interrupted, saying, "We DO NOT talk about that in here, NOPE! NO!" If you don't want to discuss a topic, there's a polite way to steer the conversation elsewhere. You don't need to be dismissive and rude, especially to customers. My mom felt terrible and shut down immediately. We left and won't be returning. It was a really bizarre and disappointing experience that ruined our visit.

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Homage

4.6(73 reviews)

0.3 mi

Women-owned & operated

11 years in business

Just received my order of various hair accessories from this exceedingly cute and quirky boutique,…read moreand it was like Christmas in August!! Not only were the products I ordered unique, they're so much more charming in person! And email communication beforehand with Miss Lena was so open and thoughtful, I felt so valued on top of the sensation of being seen by this rare shop. I'm really looking forward to an in-person visit soon!

I discovered Homage during a walking tour of Pasadena, and I'm so glad I did! The store may be…read moresmall, but it's packed with amazing finds. The jewelry is handcrafted, and many pieces include the artist's name and a short bio, which adds such a personal touch. They also carry candles, bags, greeting cards, and products for men, women, and children. The variety is impressive, and I especially appreciated the large selection of handcrafted items. The associates are friendly, welcoming, and genuine. I was greeted as soon as I walked in, and I noticed they recognized and acknowledged repeat customers. That's impressive, especially considering the number of tourists who visit the store. Another thing I appreciated is that they don't overwhelm you with emails. Their emails are event-focused and purposeful, which is refreshing. You're paying for quality, craftsmanship, and unique items you won't find just anywhere. The prices reflect the specialty merchandise they carry and the care that goes into selecting it. Parking... well, it's Pasadena! It can be challenging, with mostly metered street parking and paid parking garages nearby, but it's a pleasant walk to the store. I highly recommend Homage! It's a wonderful place to find unique gifts or treat yourself to something special.

Unique cards for any occasion

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Carmine’s Design And Decor

4.5(6 reviews)

Beautiful shop with the best staff and an incredible selection of artworks - from international to…read moreregionally renowned artists! It's also a massive treasure trove of tchotchkes - a must see if you haven't been. Love coming here after stopping by Mike and Anne's for brunch.

Great location and lovely shop. Lots of eye candy and unique finds for self or as gifts. The owner…read morewas present but failed to greet me. Seemed like he was preoccupied with merchandising. His shop assistant was sweeping and kind enough to say hello. There was one other person in the shop and seemed to be a personal acquaintance or friend as the owner and she spoke often to one another. Meanwhile, I buzzed around and thoroughly enjoyed both the many trinkets and decorative displays. Even the outside entry was cute and inviting. I'd pop in again if ever you n the area. I think if Carmine would have engaged a bit, I would have been more apt to browse a bit more and make a purchase. There's some adorable retro-style magnetic timers and gorgeous gold goldfish I was eyeballing. Maybe next time. Five stars for Vibe and unique finds. 2 stars for friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

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Adobe Design

4.8(17 reviews)

Wow, this is no ordinary gift store…read more There are quite a few shops selling home wares, cards, candles and other gift-y items on Mission Street in South Pasadena. This place, however immediately stands out. When I passed by the store the first time I was struck by a collection of headwear: a beaded cap from the Congo and a hat from the Miao people of China and Southeast Asia. I'm an anthropologist, so I was hooked. This store has an incredibly curated collection: folk altars and santos from Latin America, bronze Buddhist statues and jewelry from around the world. The owner is quite a world traveler and it shows in her collection. Definitely a place for the culturally curious. Along with the numerous artifacts are small gifts: some wonderfully fragrant soaps (my favorites were rose geranium and patchouli/sandalwood), beeswax candles and some interesting kitchenware. People might find some items pricy...however, having done some research, most things are very reasonably priced for the quality. Definitely recommend.

I noticed this store as I was driving by and knew I had to go in! It is a hidden treasure near the…read moreheart of South Pasadena. Great vibe with a unique collection of items. The store owner, Sue, was such a lovely woman to talk to. Will definitely be returning.

We carry a wide variety of honey and other artisanal fare from all over the world.

Pearls, pearls and more pearls! We have an elegant selection of custom, handmade Freshwater Pearl jewelry.

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Moroccan multicolored tassel blanket. Handwoven textiles are made on handmade looms. Beautiful, cozy accessory for your home!

Imizzu Gift Shop

4.0(57 reviews)

3.6 mi

good store nice people, a lot of toys and good selections and the price is even good I would come…read moreback again.

So many goodies here!! Squishies, blind boxes, stickers, photo booths, claw machines, and so much…read moremore. The store is pretty big I took forever looking at everything. Great gift shop to go to for kids and adults! Worker was very sweet and helped answer all my questions since some items don't have price tags on them. Need to visit their other locations in Pasadena (they said their shelves are more stocked!) and the mini gift shop in San Gabriel

Sambal wearing the bib collar I got from the shop!

Claw games

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So much cute stuff!

Ten Thousand Villages

4.6(89 reviews)

1.3 mi

I really loved this store! Stumbled upon it while waiting for my Uber driver. It's so peaceful…read moreinside and they have so many amazing options to choose from. It's a 100% fair trade shop which made me love it even more. I purchased a beautiful purple wind chime and a cute greeting card for my husband. There was a mishap on the card (another card was stuck behind it - same exact card but I didn't need 2, just 1)! The cashier and I both didn't notice when I was inside the shop. She wrapped up my wind chime and bagged the card (now discovered to be two). When I got home, I phoned them right away when I saw the other card was stuck to it! I explained what happened and asked to pay for the mishap! Gigi was extremely helpful in figuring out how I could do so and thanked me for my honesty. I'm just glad we could sort it out! So just be aware if you pick up a greeting card to check another card isn't stuck to it! The pricing of items: very fair! presentation of the overall store: very good! customer service: great! I definitely suggest stopping by here.

Ten Thousand Villages is a fair-trade shop that carries merchandise from at least thirty-eight…read morecountries. It is woman-owned and displayed the LBGTQ+ Pride Flag in its window. Here you can find a wide variety of hand-crafted goods. And there is quite a myriad of objects on display. There are a large number of hand-woven bags, rugs and tapestries for use or display (or both). One wall is almost entirely devoted to jewelry. And there's a very large collection of pottery, including bowls, dishes and coffee mugs. This place is an excellent place to shop for those who are intrigued by foreign cultures. And the prices are extremely reasonable. And besides for being reasonable, you can find nice pieces in the under ten dollar range, well into the one hundred and fifty or more. There really is something for any budget. I was greeted when I entered the store and asked if I needed help...but was not asked every five minutes (something that I see as a major plus). Check out was a breeze with the clerk on duty. I will definitely come again.

The cards can get stuck together so just make sure when you grab a greeting card you're only grabbing one!

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Imizzu Gift Shop

3.5(11 reviews)

0.1 mi

I came here on my birthday to get a sonny's angel hipper. I wasn't intending on getting anything…read moreelse but we did a spin on the wheel and got a few tries on the claw machine. My daughter loved it even though we didn't get anything. We took a picture in the photo booth and I loved that we get a digital copy as well. I didn't tell the man working that it was my birthday but he made it extra special! Loved the kindness and I loved the selection. I will be back because of customer service!

If I could give 0 stars, I would…read more Visited on 07/20/26 around 12:10 PM. This was our first time here, and my wife actually planned this as part of our anniversary date, so we were really looking forward to it. We walked in and the store was completely empty. We said hi, but the girl working there just looked at us. We even had to ask if she worked there because she didn't say anything. She just gave us a weird look and nodded. It honestly made us feel like we weren't supposed to be there. We looked around anyway, but all of the machines were out of order, which was already disappointing. We figured we'd at least make a photo frame instead, but by that point we just felt so uncomfortable that we decided to leave. It's such a shame because the store is colorful and has fun music playing, but the customer service was the complete opposite. A simple "Hi, welcome!" would've gone a long way. Definitely not the experience we were expecting, especially for our first visit. We won't be coming back.

The store

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Mini Imizzu

4.8(17 reviews)

3.7 mi

A happy and fun place to shop at if you love collectibles. They carry a large variety of anime…read moretoys. So if you are a collector you will love this place. They carry many other fun items such as pens, lunch boxes, stuffed animal etc. prices are reasonable and customer service was friendly. I walked in to check this place out while waiting for a table next door. I bought my niece a hello kitty toy and accessories. Really cute.

I stumbled into Mini Imizzu while waiting to eat at a nearby restaurant, and it is my new favorite…read moreshop! They have so many squishies and other cute things! Michael was extremely helpful and so friendly. I found a ton of gifts, and will definitely be back!

Check us on Instagram: mini.imizzu

Omg so so cute

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Happy sunday at mini imizzu . Check us out on Instagram: mini.imizzu

The Dinosaur Farm

4.6(134 reviews)

This place is magic. I walked in, gave them an age, budget, and a few interests, and within 5…read moreminutes I had a super cool, unique birthday gift, beautifully gift wrapped and ready to go. It took away 90% of the mental load of getting ready for a birthday party. Every time I come here I'm impressed with the selection, the recommendations, and the ease of the experience. We absolutely love this store.

such a cute little toy store in south pas. i love stopping by with my kiddo when we have some…read moreextra time after his class down the street. it has a whole section for dinos if you're kids into that. they also have a lot of toys that you wouldn't find at big box stores (brio, needoh was in stock when i went last, big fat brain and much more!). the staff is very friendly and they also offer free gift wrapping! big win for busy parents. street parking or theres a small lot in the back as well.

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Fiona C.

3 years ago

I couldn't agree more with the statement "Support your locally owned and operated pharmacies!", and Old Pasadena Pharmacy is a shining example of why. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, always ready to assist with any questions you may have. This pharmacy may not have all the bells and whistles of a large chain, but it certainly has all the basics covered. The selection of products is great, and the prices are very reasonable. You'll find everything you need here, from prescriptions to over-the-counter medications, and even some unique gift items. I appreciate the personal touch that this pharmacy brings to the community. read more

Chris K.

5 years ago

They're amazing. If you've only gone to big chain pharmacies in your life, you'll be astounded at the difference in service and caring at Old Pasadena Pharmacy. Both my partner and I had the same thought after going there: "I didn't know that kind of service was possible." To be honest, I've never even had bad service at big chains, but there's something very different and personalized about this place. I go out of my way to recommend them to anyone. The rest of the store is full of neat, eclectic snacks, drinks, gifts, and, obviously, standard pharmacy items. If you live anywhere in the area, you should give them a visit. I wish I could get everyone to go there, seriously. read more

Jennifer G.

150

335

2 years ago

Old Pasadena Pharmacy & Marketplace is a small business that truly stands out! The staff is incredibly kind and helpful, taking the time to answer all my questions about my prescription thoroughly. A special shoutout to Raul--his knowledge and professionalism were top-notch. The store itself is absolutely charming. While they carry big-name brands, they also showcase a ton of small and local businesses, with many items geared toward vegan and sustainable living--something I truly appreciate. The prices are also very fair, especially for the Old Town Pasadena area. I'll definitely be switching from CVS to here from now on. So glad I found this gem! read more

Lunalove S.

140

8 years ago

I love this pharmacy. I live around the corner so it's very convenient to run in for prescriptions but also over the counter medication or even last minute necessities from their store. What makes this pharmacy wonderful is the pharmacist himself. Raul is such a sweet, caring human. He spends time explaining, going over how the body functions so we can get a clear idea of what's happening to us. I highly recommend Old Pasadena Pharmacy not only to the local residents but people from all over Pasadena. You don't get this kind of personal care at Rite-Aid or CVS. read more

Charlie U.

10 years ago

Raul is extremely nice and helpful. Had no idea that this place existed before today. I needed to get some antibiotics and the Costco pharmacy that I usually went to was back ordered till Monday. I called and spoke to Raul and he confirmed that he had the meds and called and got the prescription sent over from Costco. About an hour later I went in and picked them up with zero issues. Great service and very convenient. read more

Charlotte G.

9 years ago

I love that this Pharmacy has opened up in Old Town. I live in the Westgate so this is not only a neighborhood pharmacy but a last minute market for many things, including dog food and shampoo. The staff is sweet and caring. The pharmacist is knowledgable and eager to help and answer questions. My kids love to go there daily and buy ice cream, gifts, candles. They have a beautiful boutique for gifts. read more

Sarah M.

6 years ago

Best pharmacy in LA. Pharmacists will actually talk to you about your medications and make sure you are comfortable before leaving with a new script. I had a medication that required refrigeration and they didn't hesitate before offering an ice pack for the drive home. 5 Stars all the way. read more

Tom W.

4 years ago

Thank you for always being such a great pharmacy. Very helpful and very knowledgeable. I continue to support your pharmacy and will continue as long as you are in business. Thank you for your amazing service. read more

I Will B.

177

10 years ago

I go here often because all of the personal I very knowledgeable and very friendly They always help me I think this is my favorite corner pharmacy /pharmacy Thank you read more

Rachel S.

2 years ago

Rude and disgusting! Absolutely abhorrent service and support from pharmacist. Will never recommend nor shop here again.

Jack R.

5 years ago

Superb pharmacy with no wait and a wonderful owner. Top notch.

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