Visitation Rights: Have been coming to this place many times to either study, enjoy a couple of coffee, eat, and people watch. Locaton: Old Town Monrovia is centered around Myrtle Avenue, extending roughly from Foothill Boulevard (Route 66) north to Olive Avenue south, and from Ivy Avenue east to Primrose Avenue west, encompassing about ten blocks The area's heart is Myrtle Avenue, where you'll find many of its key businesses, with Foothill (Route 66) as a major north-south boundary. Parking: Located between Foothill Blvd and Parking can be found along Myrtle Ave, in nearby public parking lots parking structures, and in the residential. FREE PARKING! You can also park in the shared parking lot on the SW corner of Foothill and Myrtle. Just walk down Myrtle Ave.. Ambiance/Decor: You'll find a relaxed, sophisticated atmosphere perfect for browsing, dining, enjoying coffee, catching a movie, or just strolling, with close proximity to hiking trails in the nearby foothills. You can also find a statue Samson the Hot Tub Bear Festivities For All Of Us: They have a lot of activities for the locals and out of towners through out the year. -Friday Night Street Fair & Market -Valentine's Day Carriage Rides -Spring Egg Hunt & Healthy Kids Day -Monrovia Old Town Wine Walk -Monrovia Days Community Festival -4th of July Fireworks Show & Concert -Summer Concerts & Movies in the Park -Fountain to the Falls Run/Walk 10K -Old Town Fall Festival -Halloween Spooktacular and Trick-or-Treat Bash -Thankful & Grateful Holiday Gathering -Holiday Parade -Holiday Home Decorating Contest -Santa Tours If you want more info, you can visit the city's website: https://www.monroviaca.gov/your-government/recreation/special-events#ad-image-0 Business/Shops: In old town Monrovia, you'll see a blend of mom and pop shops and restaurants. The shops that I've patronize through out the years are: Merengue, El Diablo, Grey and Cash, Jake's Roadhouse, Mikomi, Tacos and Papas, and Charlie's House. Old Town For Thought: If you want a quick getaway from reality, this town is for you. read more

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Monrovia is a beautiful hillside town located in the San Gabriel Valley. On occasion I visit and on a recent Friday evening I was surprised to find that the town has a large night market with local vendors, entertainment, shops, and artists offering handmade goods. A must visit! Peaceful, quaint environment with a small town vibe, and California appeal. read more

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Lots of spots to eat at for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Some dessert and coffee shops here. A relaxing area to hangout in with spacious, free parking on side lots. read more

My dear friend had bought a cake from Merengue Bakery (Cuban inspired) for another friend and my birthdays. I liked the cake so much I wanted to get it for my co-workers for their birthdays. As a result, I found myself first time ever coming here at Old Town Monrovia. I've now been here 2 more times since my initial visit. I love this old town area. It's primarily on S Myrtle Ave stretching over a few blocks. It's very chill and quaint. Love the huge Monrovia Library Park especially at night when the lights are lit! I didn't get a chance to go inside the library, but one day, I'll make that trip. Besides Merengue Bakery, there is also Paris Baguette. I also saw some Japanese, Mexican, Mediterranean, Thai, American restaurants... there may be a few other cuisine types as well. Other businesses are here, too. This old town is very lively and packed with great restaurants, shops, and entertainment. Plenty of parking available all around either in small lots or on the streets. Please do read the signs for any parking restrictions. I can't wait to come back here and spend the whole day immersed in it. If you're seeking for a new spot to hang out, Old Town Monrovia is calling your name! Come on over... I'll see you here! read more

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Stopped by on Sunday, 06/08/25. There was a local festival going on during a warm day so my boyfriend and I decided to check it out. Very spontaneous. Local vendors and we also got a free BMW water bottle - it was nice to check out the cool BMW vehicles as well. read more

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Came to try cafe olla and learned about the markets they host Fridays from 5-9pm. There was something for everyone. They had jumpers lined up for the kids that you had to buy tickets for Amost all the businesses were open, there's a lot old town Monrovia has to offer. It's such a beautiful area. It was nice to just take a stroll and try the snack stands. They also let you sample the fruit at the produce stands. I love that you can see the mountains and there's ample parking. read more

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A cute quaint little town, Old Town Monrovia is home to a vibrant community. I love how they constantly find new ways to preserve the city's history and make room for new and exciting businesses. They host a weekly Farmers Market on Fridays and I always look forward to walking through! I tend to go here for their various brunch options! For family-friendly events, Old Town Monrovia offers something for everyone. read more

We've lived here going on 7 years coming up and I love it more now than ever! The community around Old Town is just precious- I've never experienced anything like it - so welcoming and truly supportive of everyone. The city really goes above and beyond to help all of us celebrate every holiday and milestone - no matter how small - and Old Town is the heart of it all! Our most recent surprise was the Thankful & Grateful Tree Lighting Festival (November 2023) - I didn't know about this one before and we had such a lovely time!! Tons of vendors fill up library park, there are games and hayrides, and a big ceremony to help celebrate the lighting of the tree. They even had a "truck petting zoo" where you get to play in and around Monrovia fire trucks, cop cars and tactical vehicles!! I even climbed up into a fire truck - how often do you get to do that?? Haha!! So fun!! After the opening remarks of the main ceremony, we had a surprise guest show up to help all the children and the mayor flip the giant switch to light up the tree and all the park - it was so much fun! There were other performances and carol singers - such a jolly night! I just adore this town and this community and am thankful and grateful every day for everyone in it and that we made it our home! Happy holidays everyone!! read more

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Old Town Monrovia is beautiful and full of great vibes. Perfect for hanging out with friends or family, especially during events like Monrovia Days and the farmers market. At night, it's even more breathtaking. the lights add a magical touch, making it even more stunning. A perfect place to relax and enjoy good vibes. read more

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Old Town Monrovia is a very cool village/ town located mostly along Myrtle Street for about 4 blocks. Some stores are also scattered along Colorado, Lime, and Lemon, so it's a fairly good-sized town. They have a nice library there which is part of Liberty Park, which is a nice park along with a Mark Twain statue and a fountain. They had many shops and eateries and some restaurants as well. I got a chance to check out several shops including Moo Moo Mia ice cream, Mimmers, Sweet Ethans, the Acai Bar place, Basin 141, and the movie theatre. They have some pretty cool places there. I took a tour of the town and sampled some ice cream at Moo Moo. It was a great 2 hours, and when I have more time I will go there for lunch. I recommend this town if you have never been there. I actually never knew Monrovia had an old town, but they do and it's larger than I expected and quite nice. read more

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Who likes exploring little towns or just getting out ? This is one of my favorite old towns in SoCal ! It's cute ! I feel like I'm not in LA and they have the best small family owned restaurants & desserts/cravings. For Mexican food Cafe de Olla & Peach Cafe always has delicious breakfast & brunch. There are several of coffee spots& tea places too. On fridays they have a farmers market with music & activities for kids. Go check it out. It's fun. Let's not forget Monrovia Days. I believe it's in the fall. Oh I almost forgot they have a huge library with an even larger outdoor area with lots of flowers to just relax & sit under big trees & breathe oxygen Let's keep this place alive. Happy hunting & good eats. SYOY Add me :) read more

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Love this old town, it has its own charm. There are just so many things to do, like shopping in the boutiques and vintage shops, having a quiet moment at the public library, picnicking at the parks, there's even a playground behind the library for kiddos to play. Plus, a bunch of good restaurants for adults to enjoy also (Like sushi, dine-in cinema, coffee shops, boba shops, cocktail bars, handmade ice cream, Mexican food, and so many more) Parking is plenty and easy, and the view is amazing too. It is just hard not to fall in love with this unique place. Highly recommend. read more

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When I think of Old Town Monrovia, I think of small businesses and a lot of cuteness. I remember during the pandemic, they allowed the businesses to expand onto the streets for outdoor dining and really helped keep them in business. I am highly a fan of small towns and mom and pop businesses. I have been in the area in the past for brunches, desserts, pastries, and more. More recently I was on a search for a quality firework show in the San Gabriel Valley area, and my reliable and beautiful Yelp friend Hannah S. clued me in one the Monrovia fireworks show. Thank you so much Hannah!!!! The Monrovia fireworks show in Old Town is located at Library Park. My boyfriend and I were able to get into the area 20 minutes before the show started and we didn't begin walking over until about 10 minutes prior. Pro tip: It gets congested in the area, so it's better to park north of Foothill and walk over. Considering we didn't invest all day or hours into waiting, we actually got a good spot a block away to enjoy the fireworks. The fireworks went off for about 20 minutes and they went to the rhythm of songs about the US. There were some really beautiful bursts. The overall experience was enjoyable... and dare I say romantic. Thank you Monrovia for the beautiful 4th of July memory. I will continue to enjoy visiting the area for all it has to offer. read more

I've been here so many times it's always a nice place to chill. There was a Christmas parade today when I came and everyone was festive. Pretty easy to find parking either in many of the lots or on the street. Never had any issues here. Pretty good restaurants around. read more

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*Please Read!* Okay love Old Town Monrovia and go all the time! But I do have to say that yesterday was the first day that I got real creepy predator vibes from a man. He was a tall white man, bald, black shirt and black pants with blue running shoes. The next day I still feel bothered by our interaction and I felt the need to post this here and on my ring community. read more

Old Town Monrovia is a nice getaway from LA, not that far. It has that small town vibe in a good way. Your nice, regular Main Street with a historic, nostalgic air . Easy to find a spot and then, off you go! Nice one of a kind shops and restaurants, a nice theater, everything within walking distance. We like browsing the stores, enjoy a coffee and snacks at an indie coffee shop, slow down and relax. Cute and charming area, old fashioned in a good way, close to hiking trails as well, so sometimes we like to spend the day here and explore. Sometimes, stores close a tad early and restaurants aren't diverse enough. My only complaint. Otherwise, a nice area to explore and enjoy! read more

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This is one of my favorite areas! I love the small town feel even though it is in the middle of everything! Very walkable! Free parking in the parking structures, lots and streets! Lots of cute retail and restaurants in the area. I've summarized some of my fave spots below. 38 Degrees Ale House - great food, great fun & great drinks Bank of America - ATM available Bella Sera Trattoria - one of our fave Italian restaurants! Get the Short Rib Ragu! Patio seating is super cute! Blaze Pizza - build your own personal pizza - love their crust & Blood Orange Lemonade! Cafe de Olla - love this cute spot for breakfast! The Cafe de Olla is yum! Charlie's House - cute home/gift shop Cold Stone Creamery - great spot for create your own ice cream! Copper Still Grill - great spot for American bar food, very reasonable prices and fun atmosphere Cup of Cha - one of my favorite boba spots! Drinks are always great! Very Instagramable stop! The Diplomat - good Mediterranean food, cute atmosphere Grey & Cash - great for breakfast & lunch! Get the James Brown Latte with macadamia milk! LOOK Dine In Cinema - great updated movie theater with good selection of food, snacks, drinks & cocktails Merengue Bakery & Cafe - good Cuban bakery, similar to Portos Mikomi Sushi - yummy sushi in their new location Mooya Burgers - made to order yummy burgers, fries & shakes! Noodle Street - authentic hand-pulled Taiwanese noodles/food Peach Cafe - great American breakfast spot Seasoning Alley - great for kabobs & Mediterranean food Stinkin' Crawfish - steamed Cajun style seafood! Tacos & Papas - good tacos! Warhammer Store - this is a fun store! We were intrigued with the HUGE statue at the entrance Wells Fargo - ATM Available Monrovia Public Library & Library Park - one of the anchors in the area, great cute park & library Monrovia Street Fair and Market - this weekly street fair happens every Friday night on Myrtle for a few (5-6) blocks! Lots of local vendors! Certified Farmers Market. Petting zoo & fun for the kids. Hours depend on the season but usually from 5-9pm. We've been coming to these for many years! Lots have changed, but there are a few vendors that have been here every time for many years! Love the candles, mini bundt cakes, cultural items, food court at the South end with rotating yummies and food trucks. Definitely recommended! read more

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Went for a walk in old town, Monrovia on a very hot summer evening and funny enough there were knights and shining armor sword fighting in the park! Great for people watching. Lots of shops. read more

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Legendary. Historic city center steeped in history; culture; & family. Farmer's markets; açaí shops; movie theaters; candy shops; you name it. Old Town Monrovia is special; significant; artistic; & altruistic. It speaks for itself. read more

Old Town Monrovia is such a cute place to hang out! There are a lot of restaurants, ice cream and coffee shops. I've also noticed a lot of antique shops. I stopped by a few and those can be addicting. Architecture is beautiful. A lot of old buildings that are well preserved. There is a City of Monrovia Public Library with a nice park in front and a fountain and a lot of benches to sit and relax. I really liked walking down the Myrtle Avenue. I'll definitely come back soon. read more

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We LOVE this area, everything about it! We lived in Central/North OC for decades, and didn't discover this gem until our son and DIL moved a few blocks away from Myrtle Ave. We try to spend time here whenever we're in the area, because we know we'll always have a pleasant time. Lots of great restaurants, coffee shops, and we just enjoy walking around, getting exercise, and browsing some of the shops. We've even visited the library at the north end of the "strip", and we find it comfortable and welcoming. Good place to visit if you have to wait to meet up with someone, or just need some quiet chill atmosphere. Those trees out front are mind-blowing! Go and visit, you will love the small-town feel of this beautiful place. read more

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I love this area!!! I have been here many times and I have enjoyed every single visit. It's very chill and everyone you come across is super friendly. There are a ton of great places to eat, enjoy live music, have a cocktail, grab a pastry, shop for whatever you want and or need or you can just take a walk and enjoy the scenery of this quaint little area. There isn't much Old Town Monrovia doesn't offer and I am sure you'll think the same. read more

Old Town Monrovia is such a charming little area. It's such a nice place to visit, and I've been here on many occasions. It's a great place to spend the day. There is plenty of street parking and adjacent lots. I love strolling up and down Myrtle checking out all the cool boutique shops selling everything from antiques, vinyl records, clothing, shoes, hand made toys, etc... They have a great library and a very nice park. There's also some cool shops/restaurants on the nearby side streets off Myrtle, so there is plenty to explore. I really enjoy catching a movie at Studio Movie Grill. It's my favorite place to catch latest films. I really hope it survives the pandemic shutdown. There are so many great places to eat around here too - Bella Sera Trattoria, Mikomi Sushi Monrovia, Meringue Bakery & Cafe, T. Phillips Alehouse, Basin 141 and so much more! They've set up outdoor seating areas so you can enjoy a meal and the beautiful scenery. On Friday Nights the city hosts Friday Night Family Street Fair, which is a fun way to spend the evening with family, friends, or a date. I'm really happy this is part of Yelp's Local Adventure Challenge so more people can discover this charming little area. @yelpla @yelpsgv, @ieyelp read more

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Cute little downtown area. A lot of different specialty shops. A lot of different areas to sit down and just relax. Right down here underneath the mountains. There are several banks (Wells Fargo and Opus), a ton of eateries for breakfast and lunch. Pawn shops, antique shops., a bridal shop and several clothing shops. They even have a small movie theatre! Definitely a nice place to come and hang out and relax for a day! read more

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Old town Monrovia Rocks!! It's a quaint little town with so much to do and see!! On Myrtle you can go check out the shops, go see a movie or go for a stroll thru library park!! It's safe, clean and fun! It's suited for all ages young and old alike! On Fridays you have the street fair and many set up booths and food venues on Myrtle. Come visit and have fun!! read more

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Old town Monrovia really has come a long way over the last couple of decades. Reminds me of Old Town Pasadena in the mid-90's and early 2,000's before Pasadena became all corporate and stuffy. Great mom and pop shops with solid restaurants, bars, sweet shops, luxury theater and a lot more. $3 Lyft rides anywhere within Monrovia also with the Go Monrovia pass. read more

has a lot of restaurants and Fridays they have Food vendors n music n petting zoo. it's fun to walk around

Everything you can ask for and more in a neighborhood Old Town. It has a good range of restaurants, bars, local services, and shops of all kinds. There is a great little wine shop, a dive bar, trendy bars, a movie theatre, and a range of ethnic foods that add great diversity. They also have a farmer's market every Friday with good street food, a variety of booths, and live music. What more can you ask for? A big part of the demographic are young families with children. This adds a small town family charm to Myrtle Ave on a daily basis, day or night. It feels homey, safe, and inviting. There is just enough turnover of businesses to keep the flavors fresh and interesting, but not so much that it is unfriendly to new businesses. You won't see many vacant spaces here. read more

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I've been coming to Old Town Monrovia since I was a kid in middle school (mid to late 90s). I remember being dropped off by my aunt so my cousins and I could watch a movie. Anyway, flash forward to adulthood, my husband and I bought a house not too far from Old Town Monrovia in 2008 and would be in Old Town frequently. We took our dogs to the Dog Zone in Monrovia to get groomed. We would also walk them around, come here for breakfast or lunch. There are a lot of restaurants that are dog friendly with outdoor patios. We also would check out the Farmer's Market on Fridays. Parking is free! (unlike other cities, like Pasadena). There are multiple parking lots throughout and street parking as well. We've even seen filming here.. for commercials and movies. In 2011, my department moved to Monrovia. You know what that means... coming to Old Town Monrovia for lunch! I think we've eaten at almost every restaurant in Old Town! We've seen places come and go and excited to see some new "hip" places open up in town. I believe the newest additions are 38 Degrees Ale House and Sow House. It's been a good 5 year run. Since my department is moving yet again, I'll miss coming here to eat at Veranda for their $9.95 lunch buffets and going to Paradis for some ice cream. 16/100 Reviews for 2016 read more

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Old town - Charming little street with a great selection of restaurants (all types of cuisine from Indian to Italian to all covering most of Asia). Table service, casual cafés, coffee shops plus a few of the chains (pink berry, etc.). Plus a great selection of pubs and nice bars to hang out and enjoy a beer with friends. Great mix of little retail shops from hobby shops to clothing - something for everyone. Plenty of parking too - all free! There is also a nice theater that anchors the area which is a very nice theater with great staff - the little older woman who mans the ticket booth on weekday early hours is a hoot! The best thing is their farmers market every Friday evening. One of the best in the SoCal area. Plenty of produce and food venders plus live music and lots of good food. Also plenty of things for the little ones including pony rides, giant slide, jumper etc. A fun safe place for families and anyone to spend a weekend night at. read more

There's a lot to appreciate about Old Town Monrovia!! Parking is free (street and lot) and it's not terribly frustrating to find a spot (with exception to Fridays when they have their farmers market). Most of the shops are small business owners and restaurants. Each of them have their own personality and some cater to specific crowds: kids and collectables, teen-boppers, women's fashion, Army surplus, bicycles, candy, coffee, etc. I love that they decorate for holidays and always have celebrations. It's been a great date night spot for us and bonding time for our families. We also love coming to shop around Small Business Saturday because there's nothing better than shopping local to kick off the holiday shopping season! Yelp 100 Challenge - 101 of 100 read more

Old Town Monrovia - Santa and his helpers on small business Saturday. - Local Flavor Near Me - Monrovia, California

Location number two on my Local Adventure Challenge. Super hot night and lovely for walking the Old Town strip. Lots of restaurants open with socially distanced al fresco dining. My partner and I ate at the Diplomat: super delicious Mediterranean food. The Lamb Chops are Divine. Then we went for some Frozen treats at Yogurtland. This is a definite must visit town @yelpla @yelpsgv @ieyelp @yogurtlandmonrovia @diplomat read more

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This place is a great place to stroll, especially on Friday's when the Street Fair is going on. You have to make sure you pop into the stores and restaurants that are on the street itself. During the fair there are rows of vendors to visit! Fruit, veggies, desserts, gifts, check it all out. There are hotels nearby, which we happened to be staying at. We were in town to check out the Food Truck Festival held at the Santa Anita Park (something to check out too!). read more

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This place was dead for a while but the farmers market is back on Friday's. There is outdoor seating for restaurants. They literally close the street off on the weekends which is awesome support from the City of Monrovia to keep these business alive. Plus there is bears all over the place. read more

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it's a town, there's food, there's lil shops of cute things and teas and coffees and pubs. parking is decent they have lots of free lots on the sides. walked around after work with some coworkers and i'd go again. read more

Everyone was so happy with their delicious food. Thank you very much for delivering the food Soren. Once this crisis is over we will stop by in person. But meanwhile we will keep ordering to pick up. My wife thank you for the great booster smoothie, she is feeling better. I would definitely recommend Old Town . Great food made fresh every time. read more

Beautiful Monrovia. Lots to see and lots of places to eat. Therefore lots of yelp reviews to draft. there's a beautiful fountain in front of library and there's a nice grassy area to have a picnic or enjoy a nice reading area. Lots to do and see during the day and lots of entertainment at night. read more

This town has it all. Food, entertainment, breweries and shops! The Studio Movie Grill is located right in the heart of Old Town Monrovia. There so many shops to peruse and places to eat. Even the side streets have restaurants, art galleries, gyms, and salons. Friday nights for Farmers Market and Wednesday nights for Art and Music. Check the local website for the Farmers Market and MONROVIA Fine Art Association for locations, events and times. Enjoy. We sure do. read more

A good mix of old school and new school. Plenty of old standards in architecture, history, and culture along with up and comers. Key is to keep a healthy balance of respect to the former while being adaptable to the latter. Monrovia shows both sides with grace. read more

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Every time we've driven through Monrovia, it's been through the restaurant area on Huntington Drive. Glad we decided to explore a bit further in and found the old town section! Charming. Everything was charming! This is a great place for dates. This is a leisurely stroll type of area. Plenty of dining choices. Many with sidewalk tables. All sorts of shops. Artsy, quirky, cutesy. Lots of benches to park yourself and people-watch. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/old-town-monrovia-monrovia?select=6xof2ZmyHFLuBUTtsa5DFg#eNGjKJyM8fHqMIaBPmVRnA http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/old-town-monrovia-monrovia?select=6xof2ZmyHFLuBUTtsa5DFg#C7Aa6f-fMrPSUoagLsE9XA Alleyways and side streets lead to more shops and free parking lots. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/old-town-monrovia-monrovia?select=6xof2ZmyHFLuBUTtsa5DFg#KrEaGC9dmRKe7G8Ziq1CtQ City park and library down the street. A Krikorian movie theater right in the middle- http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/old-town-monrovia-monrovia?select=6xof2ZmyHFLuBUTtsa5DFg#HI3HgYaxTrkBRmqfTVumYw Some photo ops here and there: Bears- http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/old-town-monrovia-monrovia?select=6xof2ZmyHFLuBUTtsa5DFg#6xof2ZmyHFLuBUTtsa5DFg Bigger than life soldiers- http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/old-town-monrovia-monrovia?select=6xof2ZmyHFLuBUTtsa5DFg#XoJqIdTxzOHULn6Bi6ZN-w Mark Twain- http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/old-town-monrovia-monrovia?select=6xof2ZmyHFLuBUTtsa5DFg#uTDIRkizlhkroVfv9ujS7Q We were in Old Town Pasadena last week and that was not my ideal of having that old town community personality. Old Town Monrovia does it way better! We're planning on coming back for an evening of dining, movies and another stroll. Thing is...we both have very different picks of where we'd like to dine. So more visits are in order! read more

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