The food is really what gave this place a five star rating. The service was about a 4 out of 5. The people were nice, just not the typical serving experience. You order at the front first and then pick your seat. What I can say is: fresh ingredients and FLAVOR. A lot of restaurants nowadays lack flavor, but here you definitely won't miss it. read more

Old Town Caffe - Breakfast burrito and Chilaquiles - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

A total gem with delicious food because of high quality ingredients. Breakfast burrito has potatoes and avo in it and the tortilla is grilled so it's crispy. Mouthwatering satisfaction!!! And the aioli dip is a great match. I had my doubts coming here because it looked like a regular boring diner but it's exceptional in the freshness. The breakfast sando is also on quality toast with both ham and bacon; the whole sandwich is well balanced with all the ingredients. Kids meal options are also great. Got a breakfast burrito for the kid and it comes with a lot of fruit which the kid loved. This is a special place! It's not super spacious and often packed, so come prepared! Counter order and then the staff brings plates to your table. There's outdoor swating. Restaurant is located on the 2nd floor of a plaza. So unassuming. Parking is off Mentor, up a ramp, if you're lucky. read more

Old Town Caffe - Breakfast Burrito - so good - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

the food is good but not worth the wait. like no american breakfast is worth an hour and thirty minute wait. we ordered a breakfast burrito and an american breakfast. the burrito came out an hour after we ordered it and the american breakfast didn't come out for another thirty minutes. they also have really limited seating read more

Date of visit: May 8, 2026 Selections: Lechera Waffle Chilaquiles Verdes Experience: I was craving waffles and decided to give this place a try after scrolling through the DoorDash app. This place drew me in because they offered chilaquiles too, so I got an order of lechera waffles and their chilaquiles verdes. The delivery took about 50 minutes to get to me after ordering and I was a bit nervous about how soggy both would be, especially the chilaquiles since I like when the chips are mostly hard still. I was pleasantly surprised and thankful that the salsa for the chilaquiles came on the side and though the waffle wasn't as crispy as I thought it would be, it was thick and fluffy and tasted great with the toppings. The salsa for the chilaquiles had a kick to them that I enjoyed and it went great with the cheese, red onions, and sunny side egg that came with it. I definitely would want to check this place out in person and try their other options as well! read more

Old Town Caffe - Lechera Waffle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Cute!!!! Stopped here for a nourishing meal before spending the day walking around the Pasadena convention center, and this was absolutely the right move. This little space was packed with a line to order and that told me everything I needed to know. I unknowingly ordered the largest Matcha beverage I have ever attempted to drink and it was so very perfect. I dream about this. The food was fresh and hearty, and I'm ashamed to say I didn't even eat it all.. This small café is a hidden gem and will be my new pre-convention center tradition! read more

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Staff was very friendly . You order inside an if you choose to eat there they bring the food to you. Got the breakfast burrito with turkey bacon , it was good but nothing extraordinary . That's all I got , but they seemed to have a lot of yummy drinks. read more

Old Town Caffe - Breakfast burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

I went with a friend to Old Town caffe. The cafe is located in the second floor. There is a small adjacent parking lot. We came early in the morning and so we had no trouble finding parking spots. The cafe has a lot of indoor seating. It was clean and had cozy vibes. Their menu includes: breakfast burrito, egg croissants, ham & cheese Croissant, breakfast bagels, salmon scrambled, breakfast sandwiches, Chilaquiles, different types of waffles, pancakes, oatmeal, wraps, salads, vegan options, and more. They have a special menu for kids. In addition, they have fresh drinks, smoothies, lemonades, ice tea, latte, variety of coffee options ,and shakes. I got their chicken sausage burrito. The food was delicious and the portion was huge. My friend ordered a matcha latte and Huevos A La Mexicana. It had scrambled eggs, tomatoes, onion, with sides of potatoes and bread. We both enjoyed our breakfast. The service was very fast. The staff were nice and welcoming. It is a nice cafe to stop by and have a delicious breakfast or lunch. Would definitely come back! read more

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In all fairness, I went to this place because it advertised Organic coffee, I quickly found out that they are best known for their food items. I wanted to point that out first so there's a fair assessment of my experience. I ordered the Tiramisu latte, and, well, it didn't appeal to me at all. It was missing the Tiramisu, perhaps, a mere oversight, but, maybe not. The coffee itself was a bit overbearing, and left an unpleasant aftertaste. I don't expect all coffee experiences here to be the same. The gentleman that took my order was nice, he also made the recommendation, but did not make my beverage. It's a really decent small, corner nestled cafe, and you know what, I will return. I was not turned off by my drink, as I usually would be. Organic coffee, I'll taste it with my next order. I will request exactly what I need in order to tell, and, yes, I CAN tell. I'm true to good roasts. Don't be deterred, simply try them for yourself. I do want to add that they were 1 of the 2 spots recommended to me that day. Someone also came up to me while I was sitting, waiting and started a pleasant conversation while I was there. He bragged wholeheartedly about how good the breakfast was, referring to it as "fire-" so there you go, just a little side note. I'd say stop by whenever you're in the area. (Sorry, no pics of the drink I ordered. I didn't have time to take any that day, I had to grab and go. The ones I did take, I did so while waiting. The menu shows what it should have looked like.) See you again soon Old Town! read more

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Delicious brunch option that I wish I knew about earlier!! Old Town Caffe is both a low-key and popular, affordable option for brunch with super nice staff. The serving sizes were huge-great for sharing! The Caesar salad wrap and waffle slices were delicious! Those waffles were the best I've had in SoCal. I loved the London Fog too; they make the best version! Came on a Thursday morning at 9 am and was able to get a table for 2 without a wait. The rush starts picking up around 10 am. read more

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Amazing local breakfast spot. I love that they are open at 7:30am to get your breakfast bright and early. The food portions are just right - not too much and very satisfying. They do a great job in their presentation of their food too! And the taste matches the presentation. Service is attentive and friendly but not overbearing. Cozy interior seating and nice outdoor seating overlooking Colorado blvd. In a very short time, it has become our go-to weekend breakfast spot. read more

Old Town Caffe - Matcha Latte - you can order it without sweeteners! Hurray! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Fantastic breakfast/brunch spot in Pasadena! The location might be easy to miss, but it's located upstairs on the 2nd floor of a plaza above hummus labs and Chams. It has the Urth Cafe vibe- similar food options but also American breakfast offerings like eggs, toast, and bacon/sausage. I had chicken quesadilla for breakfast and loved it. Also really love that they can make an Iced cortado. read more

Old Town Caffe - Chicken quesadilla and iced cortado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

I love this place! The food always tastes and looks like it was made it so much love. The attention to detail has never failed to make my day. All the workers and the owner are incredibly kind and hospitable making me feel right at home. I'm so happy to see that their business is constantly booming and the restaurant is constantly busy! It's also such a quaint and comfortable space making it ideal for sitting down and catching up with friend! Recommend 10/10! read more

This place is a hidden gem. But maybe not so hidden since so many people were there? You order at the counter and then sit down and they serve you. We started with giant coffees in real mugs. That's always a plus! My husband loved his pb yogurt bowl. He said he would have added more pb. My gluten free breakfast sandwich was probably in my top 5 gf sandwiches of all time. What a delicious find! It's a hole in the wall but so good. Will be back! read more

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One of my favorite brunch places in Pasadena! Small hole in the wall, located in a plaza on the second floor. It's not normally busy since it's tucked away but I hear it can get busy Sunday mornings after church. The staff is always friendly and accommodating, especially with my toddler. The interior is on the smaller side but there is also seating on the patio. Surprisingly, the food is amazing here. You honestly can't go wrong with anything you order, and the portions are huge! Their coffee is always good, as well. I love taking friends and family whenever they visit our area! read more

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Came here over the holidays for a gf's bday brunch. It was busy, but we were able to snag a table within 10 mins. since there seems to be a constant flow of people coming and going. I've eaten at the Indian place next door and never realized there was a brunch place right next door! Overall, a decent brunch place. Some dishes are hit-or-miss for me personally, but I would come back to try more. My group all ordered different coffees/lattes and I loved my latte art. I think we all enjoyed our beverage selections. I had the Vanilla Latte, and the others ordered the Horchata Latte and House Mocha. -Cinnamon Bun (warmed), was standard & good. Shareable size. -Breakfast Burrito, comes with a spicy mayo dip? The gf who ordered asked for salsa verde on the side. She seemed to enjoy it & was able to save the other half for later. -French Toast Combo, very large portion and the gf who ordered this seemed to enjoy it. -Huevos a la mexicana, I would not add chicken next time. It was okay. I didn't particularly like this dish. -Chilaquiles Verdes, I guess they asked if we wanted to add protein/meat to every dish (it does cost extra!). This one would've been fine without it, but we got Chorizo and it was good as well. They have a small restroom available through the back of the kitchen. Service & staff are all friendly. This is an order at the front & pay first place, but they will seat you at a table first so you can look over the menu and then ask you where you are sitting and bring out your food. Parking lot is available around back, but I'm not sure if you have to pay during brunch hours. Otherwise you can try you luck finding street parking (maybe on Green) & if it's Sunday you don't have to worry about the time limit =) read more

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Update: I ate the rest of the burrito for dinner and there were lemon seeds in it! Yep, entire lemon seeds. I've never had a burrito with lemon seeds. Why? Can someone from the restaurant explain this? How can something that was so put together have lemon seeds. I mean, was that supposed to be adding texture cuz there are other ways to do that besides adding lemon seeds that could catch in someone's throat. For this reason, I have to lower the rating to three stars. It was really good, but I probably won't go back now. How disappointing. Original review: I tried this place after seeing the reviews on Yelp. I was looking for a really good breakfast burrito. Well, I found it! It is a small place, but there is seating outside and around the business. There is a nice view of the mountains on one side. Inside, is like a homey kind of eating place with a large tv. Don't be fooled though, the coffee and food is amazing! I ordered a latte with oat milk and it came with a cute foam bear and the chicken sausage burrito was so fresh and well cooked. I loved the fact that it looked so neat inside the burrito, not just thrown together and squished inside. It looked like someone actually cared about the food and how it would be presented and I could taste that. The same with the coffee. It was all so pretty. I don't think I've ever seen a breakfast burrito or latte that reflected that adjective. The best part was that everyone working there was so polite and nice. I watched them interact with all the diners and everyone received the same professional and polite treatment. It was a great atmosphere. I also checked out the food on other tables and everything looked so nice and delicious. I could smell some of the diners syrup and pancakes with I first walked up, freshly made. It is open seating so you don't have to worry about being placed where you don't want to be and if you want to live outside, no problem. When in the area, I would definitely go here again. Oh, and I could only finish a little less than half of the burrito. So, you get a good amount and the sauce...wow! I asked for some to take home and still filled it up with what was left from my meal. It's a good sauce that could go with a lot of different foods. You have to try this place out. It's not fancy, but the food definitely is! read more

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Let me tell you that this place serves one of the best lattes around LA!!! We came from a long hike and were looking for a good cafe spot, we saw that this place had good reviews so we decided to come here very last minute, I will say because it was a weekend it was very packed so we had to wait for a good amount of time but the food and drinks really made it worth it! We tried a different arrangement of lattes (all iced) and we can confidently say all of them were great especially the mazapan latte!!!!! Pancakes were crispy and delicious and for the burrito very flavorful and tasty it didn't really require any sauce! For the Custom omelette it was also very well seasoned, my only real criticism for the place was its wait time and how hidden the actual spot is (its in the second floor) but other than that definitely come here!! :)) read more

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There are many ways to shake up a Date Shake... These guys get it right. Naturally sweetened, good sized potion? Healthy, chunks of dates and Cardamomn. This $8 shake was so fulfilling it held me over until Dinner! Upstairs, so its hidden with no sign if you are looking for it on the street. Just look for the stairs just east of the Hunmus Labs. read more

Laid back cafe, open seating, order at the counter. Service was excellent, and accommodating with slight modifications. The GF waffle combo was amazing! I can tell they used banana puree and it gave a yummy taste and texture. I was able to sub bacon instead of bacon. Hubby enjoyed the pancakes and Green juice. We love the 80s music too read more

Old Town Caffe - GF Waffle combo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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What a wonderful surprise dining at Old Town Caffe. Upon arrival, we warmly greeted, offered menus, provided with ordering instructions and offered a seat. We came to try the Gluten Free Waffles (among other items). The waffle was amazingly delicious. The pancakes were tasty and the green juice hit the spot. This establishment will become one of our regular stops in Pasadena!!! read more

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The acai bowl was delicious! Had the right amount of mango and peanut butter drizzle. The service was quick.

Some friends and I met up for lunch at Old Town Caffe and had a great experience! We visited on a weekday and we were seated right away. They have a variety of menu options like acai bowls, wraps, and sandwiches and they serve breakfast all day! I went with the American breakfast with bacon instead of ham and it was good! The potatoes were crispy and well seasoned. There's a free parking lot on Mentor Ave, just head up the ramp. A solid spot for a casual breakfast or lunch. read more

Old Town Caffe - American breakfast with bacon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

This place is truly a hidden gem in Pasadena and has become a staple in my life. I love how intimate and welcoming it feels, but what really keeps me coming back is the food, which is consistently delicious every single time. The coffee, the tea, the drinks are amazingly handmade. What makes this place truly exceptional is the people. The staff is warm and genuinely kind. Add in music that's always on point, convenient parking, and it being a perfect spot to meet up with friends or family, and you've got a winning combination. My only small con is the bathroom situation that's not located in the most ideal spot. It's absolutely worth overlooking because the experience as a whole is that good. If you're ever in try it out. You won't regret it. read more

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Came here with some coworkers on Saturday after we did an early run around the rose bowl. There is parking is in the back on the second floor and you also enter the restaurant on the second floor. Place is pretty tiny and pretty cramped inside, but there are some tables outside if you can't get a seat inside. You order at the counter and they'll bring the food to your table. Menu is pretty extensive, but I opted for a smoothie and a pancake breakfast. It was pretty good and portion was big enough to fill me up. My coworkers got different items, and they all seemed to enjoy them. However, two of my coworkers said the chicken was pretty dry and not that good. Overall, it's a pretty cool spot to grab a drink or get some breakfast. Place is pretty loud inside and it is hard to have a conversation. It was also kind of expensive ($30 plus tip for that breakfast and smoothie). However, if I'm in the area again, I wouldn't mind coming back and trying some of the other stuff on the menu. read more

Old Town Caffe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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New favorite find and the staff could not have been nicer. We were able to be seated outside before the rush. Chilaquiles were gone, my vegan scramble was delicious and the açaí bowl was also well liked. The best cafe de olla I have had in a minute. Perfectly balanced. My friend also liked his lemonade. The presentation of the dishes were also on point. Delicious and beautiful food to send us off back to the Bay Area. Get here early the line on Sunday brunch starts around 830 am. read more

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This is located on the second floor and there's parking behind. The slope can be a but steep getting to the private lot. There's plenty of seating. They have you sit first then order at the desk when ready. You'll get a plastic number and they'll bring the food over to you. The staff are friendly and helpful. I got the French toast combo. It's really pretty when it arrived. At first I thought the French toast was small but actually the whole dish was filling. The bacon was nice and crispy. The sunnyside up eggs could have been more gooey. The blueberry and strawberries were a nice. I'd return here again. They have loads of dishes on the menu I want to try. read more

Old Town Caffe - French toast combo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Service: Friendly attentive 4-star Cleanses: 2-star Restroom got lots of used toilet papers in the trash can. Soap dispenser running out of of liquid. Food: 3-star I ordered the Waffle Combo. It's served w/egg ( way over cooked) n bacon (pretty decent) Waffle is not fluffy crispy as what I expected. Americana coffee: 2-star It's rather bitter w/minimum flavor. IHOP coffee is way better read more

Old Town Caffe - Interio. Trash on the floor... - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Perfect example of why expecting a customer to tip when placing an order is not appropriate. Mediocre food, wrong side for one plate, and poor service. Not sure why this place is so popular. read more

Breakfast in Pasadena, Los Angeles, California... We had some time before going to the LA County Fair, so we decided to get something to eat first. Old Town Caffe is a popular place! Almost every table was taken... and people were standing in line to order at the counter! Grab that table and listen for your number to be called! We found free street parking somehow. Then, we figured out that this place is upstairs! This is truly a hidden gem! Haha! I got a breakfast plate with scrambled eggs, ham, country potatoes, and butter! Yum! The latte art was so pretty that I needed a photo of it! Thanks for breakfast, Tim C.! read more

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great local brunch food! arrived on friday around 12pm and seats were decently filled, we were still able to grab a table right away. food is cheaper compared to other places! my friend highly recommended the breakfast burritos but i'm always craving an all-american breakfast so that's what i got. everything was delicious! i also ordered a matcha tiramisu and it was firrrrreeee. would come back if i was around the area! read more

Old Town Caffe - all-american breakfast with bacon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Located upstairs if you're coming from the main street but there is parking on the same level behind it. It is a rainy day so the outside seatings were not available, the inside is small but still has a good amount of seating. The employees are very nice and you order at the register and you get a number for your order. I got the French Toast Combo with Scrambled Egg and Turkey Bacon with a Small Tiramisu Latte. My sister got the Breakfast Burrito with Turkey Ham and a Large Iced Coconut Latte. The food was delicious and so were the drinks. Our total was $41.45. Overall we had a great experience! read more

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We went here for breakfast one morning while visiting Pasadena and it was extremely busy! It took a VERY long time between ordering and receiving our food, however, once receiving it, the portions and quality of food was great! We ordered an iced white mocha and iced latte (which also took a long time to come out), and they were just okay, not something I would order again. We then had the egg avocado toast and breakfast burrito and like I said, both portions were massive (I think we both only ate half of each dish), but they were really tasty and clearly very fresh. read more

Old Town Caffe - Breakfast Burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Pretty chill breakfast spot - you order at the counter and find a table. Service was efficient considering how busy they are and the food was good. I went with the french toast combo - classic breakfast and decent prices. read more

Old Town Caffe - French toast combo, side of potatoes, Waffle combo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

I was very pleasantly surprised by the food at Old Town Caffe! It looks a little run down, but it is cozy. It took less than 15 minutes from ordering to receive our food, though we were there very early so there were very few other customers. Parking is a little iffy, with a very steep entrance and an abandoned car. Old Town Caffe is located on the second floor of the building, so it is even with the parking lot. read more

Reasonably priced spot with great food and generous portions. I got the salmon egg scramble and the huevos a la Mexicana, plus a horchata latte -- everything was flavorful and super satisfying without feeling too heavy. Service is friendly and low-key, and it definitely has that local vibe with students hanging out to study and eat. Nice place to grab a hearty meal and linger for a bit. read more

This place is quite good. The service is alright but they get very busy on weekends especially saturday so be prepared for that. The food on the menu is really great and extensive so there's a lot to choose from. I got the waffle combo with poached eggs and that was delicious and very fulfilling. The ambiance is quite chill and servers are always on the move read more

Awesome place for brunch! Lots of seating, both inside and out. Was seated as quick as possible with a full restaurant, and food came fast! And sooooo yum. Lowkey best breakfast burrito (I had it with chicken and no potatoes). Also shared a sweet crepe with my friend and it was bussin!! Their drinks were also so good. I had the mint matcha, which was new for me. I would def come back for the drinks at least :) read more

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It's a cute spot, but there is such little seating, it's a challenge to get in. The menu has great options, but the food was not the best. Not only did it take almost an hour to receive our food... there were some sloppy mistakes with the meals. My partner's sunny side up eggs were completely raw. For taking an hour with our food, you'd hope they took the time to cook things thoroughly. My sister got the gluten free waffle, which is a hard thing to get right. She said, "It's not bad. I've had better, but I've had much worse." My French toast was fine, nothing to write home about after an hour wait for it. Great prices, but only come here when you have plenty of time to spare. read more

Wonderful "new to me" spot! Was happy to see how fresh and well made all the food is. We ordered a hazelnut coffee (no changes and it wasn't too sweet), a Sweet Latte - delicious! And a breakfast bacon/egg bagel! Everything was delicious. The service was quick, nice and easy. You order/pay at the counter then get seating. The restaurant gets packed (because deliciousness!) but that come with some loudness obviously and a little cramped. Easy to maneuver around though read more

Food was good! Pretty busy went on a weekend. Hot Chai was good! Breakfast burrito was okay. the guac has onions it. You order at the front and they'll bring your food out to you. There's outdoor and indoor dining. read more