Good coffee here. First time for the Mint Mojito Iced Coffee. Easy and clear line for the busy time but the ball is dropped for paying which is a distance from the counter you get the coffee. Will come back for more of the mint coffee but will get confused at checkout. read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

It's highly ridiculous to have to order by app only at this location and a little "covid conspiracy-ish" that only smart phone users can shop here. Will not support this kind of over reaction at any business. Find a different way. read more

I never really saw the hype... but then a coworker got me the mint mojito. Then I was hyped (might have been the caffeine though) Then I tried various other drinks, wasn't as hyped... then I tried their SF location, was really not hyped. Then I got coffee for my coworkers and THE HYPE'S BACK BOYS. I feel like this was a religious experience. It's a weird relationship and sometimes you feel obligated. Philz gets five stars for their service, galaxy-renowned mint mojito, and decent prices. I might even say that their wholesomeness as a company is on par with Trader Joes. That's some wholesome bean. Anyways, my most recent experience I ordered nine drinks. I believe a nice, soft-spoken young lady named Edith? took my order (sorry if I got your name wrong! someone correct me... wednesday morning). She was super patient as I tried to figure out what I wanted. I still have no idea what kind of coffee I like. I'm taking a wine approach to it and I want to sample all the coffees they have... and figure out the flavor profiles and everything... but for some reason it's more difficult to do that with coffee. I ended up getting the Ether and not liking it. Edith offered to make me something else and so I tried a lighter blend... the New Manhattan. I really compared the two and the New Manhattan had a highly acidic flavor profile... It's described as citrus, cherry and floral... but I don't really get any of that... It's just. tart. I ended up liking the Ether better (sorry!) While it was still slightly acidic, it rounded out to sweetish finish and I could actually see it tasting like the toffee that it was described as. Next time I'll have to try... them all. Maybe I should stay away from anything that is described with fruit... Julie's ultimate sounds like a good start. I really wish they'd sell flights of coffee. I can't just get two... I can't even finish a small by myself. If I take in too much caffeine, my anxiety gets triggered and thatssss no fun. It'd be nice to compare different blends side by side without any going to waste. As for price goes... $3.5 for a regular, small coffee is okayyyy but I think it's like $2 for a large iced black coffee at starbucks. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Philz is out of the way for me so I'm not able to go often and thus, I feel no guilt paying a bit more. To me, a drink is a drink... and as long as it's not more than $5 (as boba commonly is), it's not that pricey. TLDR: Top notch service, decent priced coffee, START SELLING FLIGHTS, oh and if you get lucky, there are some spaces out back that you can park in for FREE for twenty minutes or so. read more

The coffee is pretty good and friendly service when i come here. I recommend to try the coffee here if you are a coffee lover.

First time going here i loved the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and a great cup of JOE. Since it is pore over coffee it is smooth and i like that they fix it for you with the cream n sugar. I will definitely be back for more. read more

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This is by FAR my favorite coffee shop & location! Even though we're in a time where social distancing needs to be in place, Philz makes you feel like you're at home the few minutes you're there. Lindsey always suggests the BEST drinks to get (which have special instructions I wouldn't have known to get otherwise) & I'm extremely satisfied every time. On top of that, her coworker Julie is the personification good customer service. I put my order in through the Philz Mobile App so I'm getting my drink takes maybe 30 seconds and let me tell you: Julie makes those 30 seconds the BEST part of my day. Everything down to her tone of voice is hospitable which truly makes you smile from ear to ear. I have been to other locations throughout Socal and NO LOCATION beats Pasadena's Philz merely from the treatment you get with the employees. Philz ordering system (Pre-Covid) is definitely confusing and a little intimidating if you're a newby, but Pasadena made me feel comfortable unlike the first Philz I went to in another city. If you ever are questioning if you should come to a Philz, try your hardest to come to the one off of Lake (even if it's a little farther)! You won't regret it! UPDATE: Julie, the employee I mentioned earlier does not ONLY have amazing customer service, but makes THE BEST coffee you could ever ask for! Lindsey gave me a new suggestion I was worried about getting and Julie delivered a drink I was NOT worried about drinking and finishing! I'll definitely be coming again soon + making my next order a large!! read more

Absolutely love this place for a nice cup of joe! They have a good selection of specialty coffees but what I love most is that they're a full service coffee bar so you can essentially build your own cup & they have something for everyone! The baristas are so knowledgable about their coffee & can tailor any cup to you! Just tell them what you like and what you're in the mood for. The staff is so friendly and brightens your day. I also love the location! I just moved to Pasadena & this opening could not have come at a better time. This is inside a cute small plaza, so you won't see the shop from the Main Street of "Lake" but it's behind the Lemonade & the Dry Bar. They have some pretty tasty pastries too to snack on! Ask about their secret menu!!! Sign up for the coffee tasting that they hold once a month. It's worth getting up early for. You learn about the company & their brews - really one of a kind. Some favorites you should try: 1. Oatmeal Cookie - Julie's ultimate x hazelnut bean x cinnamon in the filter 2. Red Haze - Red Sea Blend x hazelnut x cinnamon in the filter 3. Jacobs Haze - Jacobs x Hazelnut 4. White Christmas - Greater Alarm x hazelnut x nutmeg (also try with vanilla soy) 5. Vanilla Wafer - New Manhattan x Hazelnut x vanilla cream read more

I'm very happy this location finally opened up. It's been a few months since the word was out that they were opening this location. I've been to the one out in Santa Monica but that's quite a ways to go for this awesome coffee. I went during the soft opening when drinks were free. The lines were long but the staff was very thoughtful and passed out water to us in line under the beating sun. I got the mint mojito iced coffee this time, but I will have to try some of the other drinks now when I'm around there. read more

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The service here is on point! Once you walk in they kindly greet you and ask if you're a first comer. I said yes, even though I've been to the dtla location. She was nice enough to give me a basic run down of their popular drinks and such. I ordered the infamous mint mojito iced coffee, and as always it's never a disappointment. I'm so happy that this location opened up because it's so close to me! I'm not a big coffee person, but this is an exception. Im seriously going to be a regular here. I love it!! read more

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Tried this spot on when I was in the bay. Glad to see them popping up in LA now. Got the Mint Mojito and loved it. read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

The last time I didn't write about my new favorite coffee shop it was pulled out from under me before I knew it (RIP Omoto). Lesson learned! And I plan to hold onto Philz as long as I can, so here I am ready to spread the good word! Philz is a dreamy caffeine dream come true. Here you'll get personal with your barista while they whip up an individual cup of coffee (pour-over style) of your choosing. Their menu board breaks it down simply by dark, medium, and light roast options with a list of flavor notes for each. Then you let them know if you want it iced or hot, sweet and/or creamy (soy, vanilla soy, and almond milk also available). $3.50 for a small or $4.50 for a large, and $1 off if you bring your own cup. They also have a list of specialty coffees like their Mint Mojito Iced Coffee which is so refreshing on a hot day. I never really considered mint and coffee being a good union before, but at Philz they are joined in blissful holy matrimony and nothing could be more right! Inviting, open environment. Plentiful AC. Friendly and knowledgeable baristas. Good tunes. Inside seating consists primarily of one large communal table. Lots of outside tables on their back patio or in The Commons. Oh, and the baklava is decadent and pairs well with any beverage they serve. read more

I went there again. Just amazing staff. few people in line and the line went pretty fast. after you get your drink, they ask to see if you like the drink or whether you want it to be remade. love this place.. read more

I can enjoy coffee again because of Philz. I can sleep at night because the decaf is so smooth...My stomach can handle it too... read more

Philz Coffee - Baked goods at Philz - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

My go to is their iced mint mojito with light ice. Emphases on the light ice or you'll be disappointed like I was if 70% of ice in your cup of coffee isn't your thing. I've had the same drink at least 30 times, sometimes the regular sweetener is sweeter than others but always delicious. I have no plans of trying anything else because it's THAT good. I've introduced my family and friends to Philz and they all agree. TIP: Download the app and order ahead. Parking on Lake and to the rear is limited. There is a rear parking structure that charges $1 20 minutes. Suggestion to the company please allow for payment via Philz giftcard on the Philz app read more

I loved the mint mojito when I tried it in San Francisco and came here to get it again. I switched cream to soy milk and asked it to be less sweet. If you have never tried this drink before, dont make changes and try the original. The cafe is located in a cozy little quad behind lemonade and a lovely place to sit and read. read more

Philz Coffee - Iced mojito drink. My favorite here! You can make changes to ingredients if you cant eat heavy cream. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Service is always so bad at Philz. Past 3 visits have been particularly off-putting. I was most annoyed when I was trying to convince my 60-year old aunt how good this place is. Obviously, she didn't know how to order correctly, and the server was so impatient towards her not understanding the "light medium" labels or for trying to pay at the ordering station. Like I understand it's not the employees faults that the ordering system is so convoluted, but it shouldn't result in such hostile reactions toward a customer not understanding.. Other times, service leaves a bad taste in your mouth when servers don't respond after you give your order.... which happens kind of often. I try really hard to understand why the register person is not interacting with the customer instead of the multi-tasking barista, but it seems kind of counterproductive to repeat your order twice and talk to yourself while having your barista not be responsive cus they're multi-tasking. Pay your workers more or try new systems plssssss... Mint mojito and philz iced tea is still so good!!! read more

Extended hours. Philtered soul cold brew is my reason for living. My last review I was cranky but we're good now. Literally come here everyday now. RIP my wallet but I have no regrets. read more

I've been by a couple of times after this review and still stand by my original rating. I had them remake my watered down drink on my most recent visit and although it was better the second time still not as good as their other locations (Fullerton, SM, Glendale, DTLA, etc.) Although I find the coffee here subpar to the Philz standard, their staff is as professional and friendly as any other location. read more

Darn it ... I am writing a review of coffee god Cody. Honestly, I've had Philz at a couple of other locations and haven't really liked the coffee. Love the vibe of the place and hate that big coffee brand but I'm a girl who's go to drink is a fancy hemp or almond latte (not some giant thing but a creamy delightful traditional latte). I told Cody I was nervous but it was too late in the day and I had not caffeinated yet. Silky something was suggested and made with frothy perfect almond juice and honestly? I'll be going back for it. Just hope the rest of the staff there can make it as well. read more

In these summer months, do yourself a favour and get a Mint Mojito Iced Coffee. It is the perfect coffee refreshment. If you've never been to Philz, ordering can be kind of confusing. They ask you if you want it sweet and creamy (meaning they add a particular amount of sugar and cream). You can tell them you want it light, medium, or Philz way. You can also ask for specialty milks if you don't want cream. I recommend asking them for their recommendations and explanations of the taste difference for each drink. They are really good about it. They also ask you to try the drink before you leave the counter to make sure it's to your liking. If you're hungry, go for the Mediterranean Avocado Toast with egg (I'm such a millennial). It is the go to breakfast for everyone in our office. It's dangerous working close to Philz. Philz isn't cheap but it's also cheaper than a lot of other shops so I don't feel to bad about the cost. read more

Staff here is extremely friendly and professional. Store is well managed and very artistic. Philz Coffee has became my go-to local coffee shop. I like their specialty iced coffees, my top favorites so far are the philtered Soul and Ecstatic. Their coffee is definitely higher quality compare to Starbuck and Coffee Bean, you can literally taste the difference in quality in your coffee. None of their coffee is too sweet here, which I like. ***Please be aware, they close at 2 PM every day. So be sure to place an order before that if you're planning on visiting. read more

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The cashier was super sweet asking how my Mocha Tesora tasted when I got it. I told her it was a bit too sweet and she added more coffee to it! Excellent service here! Philz coffee does not disappoint! read more

Philz Coffee - Mocha Terosa - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Love the Mint Ice Coffee!! Tried to make one home~ but still not good as Phil's!! *The services are very considered and generous! They will make sure you get the right coffee!! So taste the coffee first! read more

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One of the best coffee shops I've ever visited! The best thing about Philz is their customer service. I love how you order coffee first with a designated barista instead of the cashier so you can specify clearly what you want. I've tried iced chai and iced mocha (both lowest sugar) so far and they are great! The barista asked me how sweet I want my drink to be which is a huge plus for me since I don't like very sweet stuff and a lot of shops don't have those options. I also had their avocado energy bowl today and wow it was simple but so good! It's a great light meal for summer when you have little appetite. The only con for me is this place might be a little bit crowded for ppl who want to study. It's a small and compact store so there're constantly ppl coming in n out. I couldn't concentrate as much as I want and the AC was cold. But they have good speedy wifi for lighter works and the coffee and friendly staff will still make me go back. read more

Philz Coffee - Iced Mocha, Avocado Energy Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

First time to a Philz, was completely confused on how to order and what to order. My barista, Gerry, was soo nice. She helped me out, was so sweet and patient. There was a line of customers but she never once rushed me to order. Ended up ordering a large... I don't know what it was actually, just told Gerry "make it sweet". She got it perfect! Enjoyed my cup of coffee and plus, she gave the extra that was left over from my order to my friend. Thanks Gerry! read more

I love this area! It had a cute courtyard. The location is quite hidden in a costs where the Lemonade restaurant is at. It just opened! I don't even really like coffee but they were so accommodating to my taste... Awesome customer service! I had the ginger iced coffee-it's like Christmas in a cup! I really liked it sweet and creamy style. She made sure that if I didn't like it, she'd make a new one. Such lovely people here! Ambiance: chill, casual. Relaxed. Friendly. Welcoming. Great place to study! Free WiFi. Seating: Seat yourself. Outdoor seating available! Parking: It's kinda tricky finding this place. So parking is also tricky. Well there's parking on the street [meter] and in the lot behind the area and adjacent lot. Might have to pay depending on what day you go. read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Welcome to Pasadena, Philz! So fortunate for all of us locals in the area. As a forewarning, I am not a caffeine drinker because I can't handle caffeine lol. Ordered: Gingersnap Iced Coffee (Decaf): Wanted to be adventurous to try something new! My barista did warn me that it would be heavily spiced drink and very different from their famous Mint Mojito. The drink was spiced nicely (a bit heavier) and a tinge of sourness. Like the Mint Mojito, the iced method the use is the same. I actually like it, but I guess it wasn't something I expected. Definitely a holiday type of iced drink. (3.75/5) Mint Mojito Iced Coffee (Decaf/Medium Sweet): Okay, do yourself a favor and just order this whether you like it or not because this is what they're known for. The taste and blend of the mint mojito and iced coffee is surprisingly delicious and refreshing. The coffee taste isn't strong compared to the mint yet it does a wonderful balancing of the palate. You'll also notice that he first sip will be cold contrasted with the bottom of the drink which is warm. It can be a hit or miss for people, but I would say most people love it! Also, make sure you don't sub the heavy creamy because that's what makes it frothy and creamy. This is an exception. (5/5) I've also been to Philz in SF/SV and their quality consistency is the same. Very impressive branding, Philz! Also, shout out to my barista, Tiffany! She was so patient and a sweetheart about my order. Once she noticed that I wasn't satisfied with my Gingersnap drink she graciously offered to make me the Mint Mojito (even upgraded the size). Thank you thank you and will be back soon! :) read more

Philz Coffee - Ginger Snap and Mint Mojito Iced Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

On our second visit to Philz Coffee - Pasadena, we had a very good experience and saw improvement since our initial visit. The cashier who rung us up did ask if we wanted our receipt and was upmost professional and helpful. Thank you to the business owner, who had quickly reach out to me after reading my previous review, to acknowledge that new staff would be trained up. He was very sincere and understanding. The high quality of the beverages, snacks and staff are all reasons why Philz has grown so much over the past few years, and also the reasons why we keep coming back! Thank you again, for reading reviews from your fans and fellow patrons, and keeping an open mind to improvements and suggestions. Keep up the fantastic work team. Wishing you a very happy holiday season and New Year ahead! read more

Philz Coffee - Evening Mint Mojito Coffee run with LA's best friends! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

My absolute favorite coffee. Incredibly friendly staff. Great service. Delicious blends.

I love Philz in general. But I really appreciate all the space there is to sit at this location. There's a long table with plugs and usb plugs built in....how freakin practical is that ?!? There's also an extension cord on the floor too for all my peeps who need to constantly study or work. There is outside patio seating and seating along the walls if you want to enjoy some LA sunshine too.! All drinks are customizable here. The baristas are happy and don't hate life ! I ordered a Tesaro with extra cream for a nice medium blend buzz. It was great! Random story but I have a staring problem. I have the unfortunate skill of looking up from my laptop at the worse times and locking eyes with strangers. I accidentally locked eyes with someone here and couldn't look away and then I think he thought I was interested and so he asked if he could sit next to me even though there were other spots around. I also have a bad habit of saying yes to everything so I said yes. And then I put my headphones on after that. Would recommend? Yesss, love this place ! read more

I have been going to the Philz's Coffee in Santa Monica, but I love that there's finally one nearby home. I usually order the iced mint mojito and it never fails. There is a wide range of different flavors of coffee to choose from. I went on a Tuesday around 3PM and parking was a little difficult, but there are plenty of 90 minutes free parking or you pay by hour on the street. read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

The mint mojito is delicious! Had this for the first time, definitely coming back for more.

Wow. Feeling lucky that today is the day I made a yelp. This Pasadena Philz is a perfect hybrid of a "nice" place and a starbucks. Super kind workers too. Chick making my drink asked me all about myself & I got to tell her I was a director! Btw she says they get good part-time benefits. Only thing is: they do things a little differently... you gotta order your drink at the bar THEN pay at the register. Live and learn :) read more

Unlike other Philz, this place is very slow and unfriendly. I was standing on the counter to order coffee for more than 5 min. And I was only one who was waiting to get coffee. read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Their Rosé is heaven in a cup, nothing makes me happier in the entire world, thank you philz for this godly creation it has made me a better person and my early mornings slightly more bearable love you forever xoxo read more

Been going to Philz back in the Bay and now it's even closer to enjoy. I haven't really tasted their drinks much but I always purchase their beans. A few of their beans are dark and bold which I really love. I'll try their m coffee drinks next time read more

Mint Mojito! Definitely worth the hype! Must have. Also the 3 minutes parking works well. read more

Philz Coffee - Mint mojito and cheese Danish - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

The only drink I get here is the mint mojito creamy and sweet. This drink is amazing with a nice creaminess to the drink with a hint of mint and mint leaves. The workers are kind and respectful if the drink is not up to your expectation. The environment is a great place to study, do homework, and hang out. I would definitely recommend this place to a person who has not tried it. read more

I'm disappointed. The first sips were fine, but after drinking more, I felt that my coffee tasted watered down and slightly burnt. I don't remember seeing the barista grind fresh beans for my large cup. I make this judgement as a comparison to other Philz experiences. read more

i had been curious about this place for a while & finally felt SO INTRIGUED that i just HAD to come by and check it out for myself. i heard that the mint mojito was to-die-for, so, of course, i got that drink. BOY was i impressed-- the flavors in this iced latte were magnificent! the mint leaves seemed to melt wonderfully into the latte & made it taste oh-so amazing. the atmosphere was very nice as well, and the employees were SO welcoming and patient. i had such a wonderful experience. i'll have to come back quite soon! read more

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