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    4.8 (34 reviews)

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    I had tuna tar tar, macaroon and a ceased salad .
    Crystal B.

    I enjoyed this event. I was really full by the end of it. Lots of drinks and lots of food, friendly vibes they had different kinds of music playing as well. The only thing I would say is that certain parts of the event had the sun blazing on you. I definitely would go to this event again. They have out a swag bag with merch and had lots of things to win and raffle. Everything was unlimited so if you liked a dish you can get another. This would be a perfect date.

    Leila S.

    Omg I had so much fun. Food was great! Drinks were tasty! All the booths had great raffles and giveaways. The bathrooms were near the raceway so we got to take a peek at the track. Everyone was so nice and I had a great time. Parking was easy. Everything was clean and organized. The dj was spinning a variety of hits. Even though it was hot, the shade felt great and the margaritas and brookies made everything ok. Would highly recommend!!!

    Sam W.

    Taste of Arcadia is a great event to sample and be acquainted with local business. The event located at the Los Angels Arboretum where peacocks can be seen wondering around. Located near the entrance of the Arboretum is the $10 parking, when unable to find parking there drive a little further down and park at Westfield Santa Anita where bus shuttles will drive you to the entrance of the event Will Call in tables and ticket check in. After passing the gate and the welcome banner you are disturbed a while glass and bag with your food tray inside. This was my first event where they distributed a food tray which is convenient. The event had many samples to try from food vendors and local businesses. Many were delicious and lots of alcohol to try in between. Great event to sample food and try new things.

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    Francine L.

    Amazinggggg is all i got to say about the Taste of Arcadia event. I have never seen so many happy and fun people enjoying themselves and taking the time to strike up conversations at. If you haven't been you must go and check this very entertaining event. It is located at the Arcadia Arboretum, which is very close to the Westfield Santa Anita mall in the city of Arcadia. This event literally is a bunch of interesting stores, restaurants, hotels, breweries and much more that are in the city of Arcadia. Even the police department is here! It's pretty cool and everyone is super friendly. The food are bite sizes so you can try everything that you want. It just up to you to find what you like and possibly wait just a few minutes. It isn't too bad!! The price of the ticket is $55.00 dollars but you get a goody bag filled with discounts and also a wine glass for free! Plus all the food that you try inside and the drinks are also free with your entrance ticket! Well worth it and wouldn't mind doing this every year. It honestly makes me miss living in the city! I want to come back all the time for sure. A wonderful night and seriously a great way to mingle around. Guest do have to be over 21 years of age.

    Wing C.

    Thanks Yelp for the complimentary tickets to the event. After having a baby just a few weeks prior, receiving the opportunity to get out of the house with husband was a breath of fresh air (literally since the event took place in the arboretum). Plenty of local vendors offering their best dish. My husband and I got in around 6:15 and completed our loop by 7. Some vendors did run out of food by then. But we left beyond stuffed and satisfied. Totally worth the $55 if you drink and have friends/family you want to stay out with to catch up/mingle. No kids. No tickets purchasing at the door. Shuttle every 5-10 mins from Arcadia mall parking lot or pay $10 for event parking.

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    Ben A.

    Taste of Arcadia is a celebration of the local restaurants, businesses, and people who make this city one of the finest in the US. The evening features dozens of vendor tents, with food, drinks, and various services offered to visitors. With live music and a festival atmosphere, it is indeed a special night. The event gets more crowded as the evening progresses, and lines form at each tent, particularly those offering adult beverage tastings and food samples. While you're standing in line, however, you are likely to see someone you know from the community, or have plenty of time to smile, introduce yourself, and make new friends. Set against the backdrop of the Los Angeles Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, the strolling peacocks, the tea lights in the trees, the fountains, and the exotic plants add to the prestige. If you live in or near Arcadia, this is something you should definitely check out.

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    David C.

    Wow! Thanks Margaret P. for hosting this event and getting Yelpers involved. I was at the Taste of Anaheim last year and have to say, the food and venue were I little better at the Taste of Arcadia. More places to visit, sit, mingle, dance, drink, drink and drink other than the lines coming in, the event was a huge success and a great showcase of local businesses. Some stood out more than others, but I'll let my pics do the talking. Until next year. Cheers ! @yelpsgv

    Good food, great drinks, and beautiful view!
    Marissa S.

    What an incredible event! The food was good and fresh. I enjoyed being able to get a taste of the various food establishments, which were a lot. My favorite was the grilled salmon at one of the Mexican food booth. It was perfectly seasoned and grilled...yummy! As for desserts, there were a variety of options to choose from. Unfortunately, many I saw had chocolate as an ingredient (which I am allergic to) so I had to pass. However, this is great for the chocolate lovers!!! As for the best part (according to my husband): the alcohol. There were a ton of options available (i.e., wine, beer, and cocktails), and these options were really good and generous. It was a bit funny to see my husband use the wine glasses (that the event gave us when we entered as well as plates) to try out the variety of craft beers. Overall, we had a great time. We truly enjoyed our night of good food and great drinks at a gorgeous location. Thank you, Yelp, for the tickets!!!

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    Terrance Y.

    Taste of Arcadia was beyond expectation! I received complementary tickets from Yelp Elite Squad, or else I would never have know about this fun event. Parking is available for $10 at the lot but we also noticed people were being shuttled in from afar. I guess if you really wanted to, you could walk half a mile from the nearby residential neighborhood to save a few $$. Tons of food venues. I was pleasantly surprised just how much food was available. Everything from tacos to wings to desserts. We would skip a few booth when the lines got too line and circle back. Accompanied by peacocks, Taste of Arcadia is a reminder just how beautiful this area is. The mountainous backdrop was majestic. The booths were staffed by friendly local folks. The music was rocking. The people were friendly. Taste of Arcadia is a great way to enjoy a nice evening of everything local in Arcadia!

    Laura T.

    Taste of Arcadia is the best way to try out all the local spots within one spot! You got music playing in the background, food vendors everywhere, local business promoting themselves offering discounts and peacocks just walking everywhere! So far, I have gone 3 years in a row and each year, and I feel like it gets better and better. It def a good way to spend a weeknight with family, friends or significant other. Upon entering you get a tote bag filled with promotional items and a plate. After getting your stuff, you would walk pass a red carpet area where you can take pics in front of their backdrop. Optional, of course. So food - pretty much most of the restaurant you see in the Arcadia, Monrovia, Pasadena even other 626 areas will be here to promote. Most of them serve their most popular items, which is awesome! Recommend to always buy your tickets in advance, pre sale tickets are always better. Prices does go up at the door. Also, always show up early to make sure you get a good parking space and to get the chance to check out everything first. Always pop into business vendor booths to check out what's new and available, there is always promo available for you to take advantage of. I look forward to next year's taste!

    Sugarfina
    Lin L.

    This was my first time attending Taste of Arcadia. It was entertaining, informative and well organized. You can park for free at Westfield Santa Anita mall and take the free shuttle over to the Arboretum (or a brisk 10min walk) or pay $10 to park at the Arboretum where the event is held. Check in at the booth for your tickets. Then head in and pick up your swag bag. In it is a sturdy reusable plate for tasting food samples and a wine glass. There were 3 sections with each having about 25-30 booths an each with a live performer (DJ, band). I loved how the sections allowed people to spread out so that it didn't seem super crowded. There was plenty of tables to rest and chat. Also plenty of easy to find trash and recycle bins. I do wish there were less plastic cups and plates used. There were plenty of food and drink samples. there were a large variety of food: chicken mole on fresh hand made tortillas, dickey's bbq, red lobster shrimp cocktail, sugarfina candy and more. Drinks were beer, wine, tequila and plenty of water. There were diverse businesses represented: wing hop fung, dave busters, aaa & state farm agent, dentist & doctor offices, restaurants, retirement communities and more. A great snapshot of the city. The event was outside so bring a light jacket and comfortable shoes to walk on the lawn and dance the night away to the band. Thanks Margaret P for the tix!

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    Can't wait to attend, with a future chef!! My grandson. Mari Food is great neen before I'm city so wonderful

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    I was completely overwhelmed by the number of food and beverage vendors right as I stepped foot into the Arboretum.

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    Old Town Monrovia - Carriage rides through Old Town at the Thankful & Grateful Festival 11/20/2024!!

    Old Town Monrovia

    4.5(83 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    Visitation Rights: Have been coming to this place many times to either study, enjoy a couple of…read morecoffee, 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.

    Monrovia is a beautiful hillside town located in the San Gabriel Valley. On occasion I visit and on…read morea 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.

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    Old Town Monrovia - Found a beautiful fall leaf after the rains this morning - I love the way the raindrops are magnifying the veins!

    Found a beautiful fall leaf after the rains this morning - I love the way the raindrops are magnifying the veins!

    Old Town Monrovia - Merengue's Samson bear has some new fall friends! So cute! (October 2024)

    Merengue's Samson bear has some new fall friends! So cute! (October 2024)

    Old Town Monrovia - I don't remember seeing this cute Samson Bear before haha! Love it!

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    I don't remember seeing this cute Samson Bear before haha! Love it!

    Halloween Hedge Scene

    Halloween Hedge Scene

    5.0(4 reviews)
    5.6 mi

    You've fooled them, haven't you Michael? But not me. Blimey!!…read more If you're a fan of HALLOWEEN movie then you're on for a surprise. This is the place where a scene from Halloween was filmed at Montrose Avenue (hedge) in South Pasadena, CA. Micheal Myers peers out from behind this hedge as Laurie and Annie approach. I bet not too many people know this iconic scene. Now I spilled the beans. Lol. :D Maybe next time I'll play the character this year's Halloween. Trick or treat! Hahaha! Thank you street residents for indulging us fans (locals & visitors). And not calling the SPPD on us as we walk by and take photos. :D #ILoveSoPas #PasadenaRules

    I will continue my journey through the original Halloween locations that you can find in South…read morePasadena. The famous Hedge where Michael Myers lurks behind is a few blocks away from the other houses. We walked to it, about 20 minutes, but we do walk like crazy so I know most people will drive. 5 minutes drive in a residential neighborhood, plenty of street parking. The Hedge looks the same, we clowned around a bit to take some photos of my husband playing Michael Myers and no, he's not that creepy. People live in that house so be respectful of their privacy. It is great to see all these locations so well preserved after so many years since they shot the original Halloween directed by Maestro Carpenter in South Pasadena. I am glad at least this part of LA is great about preservation. I wil conclude my horror location quest in the area with the Hedge. But this is your Halloween location trilogy guide!

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    Halloween Hedge Scene - Michael Myers view

    Michael Myers view

    Halloween Hedge Scene - Halloween Hedge - scene. This is the spot where Micheal Myers peers out from behind. Lol. #SoPas #Movie

    Halloween Hedge - scene. This is the spot where Micheal Myers peers out from behind. Lol. #SoPas #Movie

    Halloween Hedge Scene - This is the HALLOWEEN spot.

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    This is the HALLOWEEN spot.

    Alex Di Peppe's Italian Restaurant - Pasta Sampler with angel hair, gnocchi, pink sauce and mushrooms added. Their gnocchi is some of the best I've had!

    Alex Di Peppe's Italian Restaurant

    4.2(349 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    Solid Italian restaurant in Arcadia....on the smaller side and they are usually busy so there may…read morebe a short wait involved...the food is really good as are the prices, definitely in the cheaper side of the spectrum but in today's world things are crazy....food was good, spinach lasagna was solid, garlic bread good, chicken parm was above average, the meat lasagna was good too...portions are on the larger side, sauce is good.::service is pretty good, ambiance isn't anything crazy so that's a 3/5....this is just a homey Italian typer restaurant, nothing more, nothing less....

    I drive past this place frequently while running errands and have always been curious so I finally…read morelooked at their website and was really surprised by the low prices. A few friends and I decided to get take away from here and sample a bunch of stuff and overall were very impressed! The portions are massive for the cost, you're getting great value. Is it date night special occasion high quality Italian food? No. Is it home cookin made with love Italian food? Absolutely. The chicken on the Alfredo was so well cooked and juicy, the meatballs were tender and flavorful. The side salad is just a pile of iceberg and 4 cherry tomatoes which was a bit disappointing but the dressing (not sure if house made) was delicious. The portion size of one order of mozz sticks is wild. Honestly this place is going to be on my weeknight takeaway rotation.

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    Alex Di Peppe's Italian Restaurant - Wall of awards and family pictures

    Wall of awards and family pictures

    Alex Di Peppe's Italian Restaurant - Caesar side salads - yum!

    Caesar side salads - yum!

    Alex Di Peppe's Italian Restaurant - Pasta Sampler with ravioli and pink sauce - if you like pink sauce you'll love theirs!

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    Pasta Sampler with ravioli and pink sauce - if you like pink sauce you'll love theirs!

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    Grand Central Market

    4.2(3.2k reviews)
    13.0 miDowntown
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    I really liked this place because it's not just one restaurant -- it's more like a collection of…read moredifferent food spots all in one space. It makes it so much easier when you don't want to commit to just one type of food. I walked around for a bit before deciding what to get, and everything looked fresh and tempting. It's the kind of place where you can try something new every time you come back. Also great if you're with friends and everyone has different cravings. The overall vibe is lively but still comfortable, not too chaotic. It felt easy to just grab food and sit down without any stress. I'd definitely come back here when I want variety and a casual food experience without overthinking it.

    I was staying in DTLA and decided to hop over here to grab breakfast at Eggslut. I like the idea of…read morethe market. Lot of vendors that have a history with the greater LA area, so it avoids the gradual rise of gentrification which can occur with most food halls and markets in the U.S. I like the open air concept where you can just chill inside or outside and enjoy some good food or brews. You could easily hang out here for several hours, but I had a busy day so that couldn't happen for me. Because I was walking distance, it was a must visit. Not sure if I'd drive into here, but do visit if you can get there via public transport.

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    Villas Tacos, La Tostaderia, and more at Grand Central Market

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