Decor inside was modern aesthetic but tranquil, would love to have a work from cafe day here. Visited on a Monday late morning and was able to find parking right on Green St. but I understand parking maybe a nightmare during other times of the day. Really wanted to try their Mango Sunrise Matcha but staff said they ran out of mango, maybe next time I'll order that. Pastries were great, ordered them warmed up and they were crispy. Strawberry Matcha -tasted like strawberry ice cream mixed into matcha, no artificial taste. Personally would prefer it to be a bit sweeter, a few sugar packets helped a ton. Always better to not be overly sweet than too sweet and can't fix it. Stockholm Fog -mocha shines through the chai and it was great. It's cinnamon strong and I'm not complaining. read more

The Boy & The Bear - Stockholm Fog, Strawberry Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

The iced Americano was extremely watered down compared to other coffee shops. I also ordered a pastry, but after paying I noticed a bunch of tiny bugs flying around the pastry display, which was pretty concerning. On top of that, the staff member who helped me seemed very cold and gave me a poker face when I asked a question. I'm not expecting overly friendly service, but basic kindness would be appreciated. Overall, it seems like the staff could use some customer service training. read more

Service: server did not smile at all. Seems like ordering was a burden for her. Ambiance: nice decor. But I felt like I had to whisper in there like a library. Food: white tea was refreshing. Got the sourdough toast with salted butter and jam. Eh Don't think I'll be returning. read more

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Delicious coffee, delicious pastries, immaculate design & ambiance, and charming baristas. Located on the corner of Green and Mentor is this super cool but unassuming building. The exterior wall with large windows is dotted with minimalist seating. Just a couple small tables and chairs to enjoy your morning latte as passersby greet you. As soon as you enter, the rich dark academia decor instantly sets a calming tone. The baristas are friendly, welcoming, and helpful. I ordered an iced honey latte but I was lucky to taste the hot vanilla latte as well and both were nutty, rich, perfectly sweetened and delicious. I fell in love with the place and hope to visit again soon Note: Outside food and drinks not allowed so don't try to bring the previous night's dessert with you. :P read more

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2/11/2026 Stockholm Fog (The perfect of Mocha + Chai flavor blend) They gave me a sample of this as iced drink. Spicy, but very creamy and slightly on the sweeter side. You can taste the chai flavors which is forward in this drink, but due to the creaminess of the milk and the chocolate, it is a harmonious drink. It is slightly more on the sweet side. Cappuccino (2oz double shot of Classic or Modern Espresso + the milk of your preference Served in a 5oz cup) It was good and creamy. Did add a packet of sugar as usual. Light sourness and bitterness of the espresso. The temperature could be hotter, as it would probably get cold much sooner than later. Personally, it wasn't my favorite cappuccino, as I like my drinks a bit more frothier. Customer Service The person taking my order was nice, but at the same time, I can tell she was a bit annoyed at my many questions of their coffee options. However, she got through it with a smile! The barista making the drink was very nice and encouraged me to order a cappuccino with chocolate, as she made one for herself earlier. I was going to, but maybe another time. Space / Ambiance It is a nice modern space, mostly dark furniture and tables and chairs of metal and wood. About 9 tables of 2. All of them were taken by those working on their laptops. There was a bench in the corner towards the wall, which were directly facing the tables right in front of them, which would be an awkward seat to take. Gladly I snagged a table near the front and it was nice and cozy. Parking Free street parking. Not a whole lot of spots close to the coffee shop, but if you do find one, you would never want to leave! read more

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Was this the best coffee I've had in the LA area? No, was it good? Yes! My go to drink is a Flat white with oat milk and this place had it, but unfortunately it lacked the rich velvety smoothness of a delicious ristretto shot. It wasn't super bitter so I was happy about that. The service was great, staff was friendly and super helpful to the customer before me and to me. It's a cute little shop so I will definitely be back to try something else. Of interest, street parking is free but hard to come by. read more

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Came here on a Friday to really enjoy and take in this coffee spot. Didn't disappoint and was able to have a nice and slow morning. I had their macchiato and a cheese danish. Come and visit this place on a quieter part of Pasadena. read more

The Boy & The Bear - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

The Boy and The Bear in Pasadena is a wonderful spot for great coffee and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Colombian coffee and decor influences with latin music is a welcomed break from the cookie cutter coffee shops. The space is charming and thoughtfully designed, making it the perfect place to catch up with friends, get some work done, or simply enjoy a quiet moment with a really good cup of coffee. 4.8* Coffee 4.8* Service 5* Ambiance The coffee is smooth, rich and clearly made with high quality beans and roasted to perfection. By the time we arrived, they had sold out on all their pastries.... I guess you have to get there earlier in the day to enjoy their very popular sweets. I loved my macchiato as it had a great ratio of espresso and milk. The latte was also good however, next time, I want to try their other specialty brews. read more

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Their matcha lattes are pale green. I was so distraught.. I needed a good matcha today and after paying out $8.50, this is the quality of latte I was handed. I came in because videos on TikTok were showing vibrant matcha lattes at your store. It seems like this is a consistency issue. Why am I paying the same amount as others to get a matcha that has far less matcha powder.. I am beyond disappointed. Please train all baristas to use the same amount and this amount of powder SHOULD NOT be the benchmark... paid almost 9 dollars for a cup of oat milk. read more

The Boy & The Bear - 8.50 for this matcha that's pale green and tastes like pure milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

What a great vibe! Plenty of places to work or study, connect with friends or read a book while enjoying a beverage. The location is really beautiful, smells good, and is in a charming location. The coffee was good - I think? I'm new to drinking coffee and wanted a latte or cafe au lait. I'm not a good judge! The people behind the counter were competent, a bit aloof, but that's kind of the vibe. read more

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We made our way through our Coffee Passport! The Boy & The Bear was our favorite spot, and by far! The barista helping us out gave us a run-down on the pastries and provided great recommendations, based on our preferences. I'm in my Americano era and wowee, this one was phenomenal! The ambiance was incredibly relaxing and seemed like a great place to do remote work or take a scenic stop while going along bustling Colorado. Parking: street parking available on greet street, will likely have to walk a block or two, unless you park at a lot nearby read more

The Boy & The Bear - Blueberry danish, spinach feta croissant, butter croissant, cortado, iced americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Got a cold brew and by first sip I knew it was going to be a great drink. The lady was very helpful and fast. Seemed like a pretty chill place to sit inside or outside. Had some cool merchandise to buy. I'd go back again. read more

The Boy & The Bear - What you see behind the counter. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

3.5 Stars Coffee 3/5 Service 5/5 The Boy & The Bear. It's a cute name and the logo is cute too. This coffee roastery was established in 2012. They source their coffee from small farms in Columbia that are dedicated to producing top-quality beans. I've heard great things about TBTB and since it's near my gym I decided to stop in for a pre-workout caffeine fix. The design aesthetic is sleek & modern. The first thing you notice is the stunning mural on the wall, which emits art-deco vibes. There are tables along the wall in case you want to work or just relax in one of the comfy chairs. The lady that took my order was very friendly. I saw that they had a seasonal Pumpkin Spice Latte, so I requested it with almond milk. The latte was smooth & creamy. I could taste a hint of the spices but the coffee flavor was non-existent. It was more milk than coffee. I should have asked for an extra shot of espresso. I was also shocked that it was $10! Ay, caramba! Definitely not worth the price. They also offer classes such as Latte Art & Pour Over Brewing Method, which you can sign up for on their website. *Street Parking read more

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Had the Yuzu Matcha and it was great. Wow, refreshing and interesting drink. I never thought I could have matcha without any type of milks but this works. The texture is also very smooth as opposed to some grainy matchas. Great high quality drink that was truly refreshing. Very 'sipplable' and didn't feel heavy which is what I was looking for! Must get!! read more

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I always passed this place so I decided to try it. It's cute and spacious inside. I ordered a hot mocha with almond milk. It was good, but not really hot. I then ordered their popular cinnamon roll and it was good. It was not that hot either after they heated it. Service was outstanding the ladies working were very helpful. Easy parking is located in the rear of the coffee shop. read more

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Delicious coffee, relaxing space, and friendly baristas! I recently spent some time in Pasadena and The Boy & The Bear was down the street from my hotel which was so great to have. The shop is really nice with lots of plants and had a chill vibe. I had lattes and sparkling Americanos during my few visits but the sparkling Americano was definitely my favorite because I don't get to have it in Vegas. I'll definitely be back when I visit Pasadena again! read more

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I really enjoyed this coffee spot! Came here on a Sunday with my two girl friends and my dog after our run at the Rose Bowl. I also was able to get my Pasadena Coffee Passport stamped as well, woot woot! Lots of street parking on the one way Greet Street. This coffee place is beautiful inside! The aesthetic gives Contemporary Botanical. A very sleek, contemporary vibe where the greenery is not just a decoration, but a bold design feature against the black accents. We ordered: Chocolate Chip Cookie, Matcha & Vanilla Latte, Everything Croissant, and Pesto Tomato Everything we ordered was amazing, but I will say my favorite of all would have to be the Everything Croissant & the Chocolate Chip Cookie. Pro Tip: Get it warmed if you're eating it there Service: The staff are so kind and helpful. Even gave me suggestions. Kudos to the staff for their hard work, because there was only two of them and a long line of customers. You are all very much appreciated! read more

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I had been here a while ago, and I was a little worried... I'm not usually a big fan of the Columbian coffee flavor profile. And that's all they have here. So I took a little different tactic this time. Rather than my usual drip coffee, I'd feel free to doctor it up a bit. I'm glad I did. Truth be told, the Stockholm Fog had very little coffee in it, and the flavors were dominated by the chai. My vanilla cappuccino was great, complementing the coffee flavor profile in a way I could get behind. read more

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Holy crap. $18 for a latte and a danish? WTAF. First time/ last time. Unless the coffee makes me see the future and levitate , it ain't worth it. read more

Very ethereal atmosphere when you walk in most like a high-end art gallery The wood wall and artwork and back lit products on the wall. Coffee was good service was excellent. I was there early in the morning and had plenty of space and room to work. Almond croissant was a little bit stale side of it have been there a day too long but otherwise a great experience. Great location with good windows for city watching old town Pasadena read more

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Decided to meet up with a buddy for coffee on a Wednesday. Arrived shortly after 8:30 and noticed most of the tables inside had patrons working on their laptops. Loved the decor and the fact that it was fairly quiet unlike other coffee shops in the area. Decided to order their featured coffee, The Diviso. As others have stated, was pretty pricey but was intrigued with the flavor description. My buddy ordered their regular drip of the day. Pretty cool presentation and the coffee was pretty good. Loved how they give you some of the grinds to smell as you enjoy the cup of coffee. Now onto my buddy's drip. Though he did enjoy the coffee, what was strange was that there were coffee grinds at the bottom of his cup. We were definitely not expecting that as his cup was quickly filled from the pot to the left of the register. Would come back as I enjoyed the coffee and the shop itself. read more

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This was a darling coffee shop that we stumbled upon, and we were so glad we went inside! I had a vanilla latte and the smoked trout toast, and they were delicious! My wife has the prosciutto and apple toast, and she loved hers as well. The atmosphere was welcoming as well. My only complaint was that the employees weren't very friendly. I could tell they were just going through the motions. Otherwise we loved it! read more

Love this coffee shop I still come in regardless of bad parking. Only downfall is baristas are not welcoming. They all always have low energy hospitality is not good. read more

The coffee was not that good. It was bland and not cold enough. They were slow to make my drink as well. Inside is cool and spacious. It's a good place to catch up. Not sure about the coffee though. read more

The Boy & The Bear - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

It's always nice when a coffee shop gets straight to the point with decent options and efficient service. This place was near work for me and I was able to grab a Stockholm Fog Latte with oat milk fairly quickly on a Thursday morning. My drink was made immediately after ordering - I was in and out. I enjoyed my drink and will definitely now keep this place in mind in the future. read more

The Boy & The Bear - The last little bit of an iced Stockholm Fog Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

First time here, will not be my last. The latte I order was a part of seasonal menu for Valentine's Day. It was amazing. So rich and flavor full. My partner had a pour over which he also loved, it is ok the fruity side of flavor. Def recommend! read more

The Boy & The Bear - Strawberry mocha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

There is a real alchemy that goes into to a good cup of coffee! The right ingredients, the right temperature, the presentation, and ambience, are all important parts influencing that moment when you take the first sip and a warm feeling rushes over you! It feels so satisfying! That, imho, is evident in the coffee roaster art of the Bear and the Boy! The taste is distinctive and their trout toast is an unexpected treat! I highly recommend this wonderful experience! read more

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Here's the rundown: Parking: 1/5 There's a chance there's street parking, there's a chance there isn't. Price: 0/5 Why is it that expensive? We spent almost $30 for 2 coffees and a cookie. Taste: basic. There's nothing special about the coffee or the matcha. Cookie was also mid. For the price, you'd assume it's the most heavenly drinks and cookie. Service: basic The cafe is cute. It has a modern vibe going on. They limit your wifi to 2 hours. Will not be going back. read more

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Running 'round Pasadena and stumbled upon this little gem. So clean! So organized! So VIbe-e. LOVED IT! Nice people with a smile behind the counter. The almond croissant was WOW! My almond milk; hot latte was exactly what I expected. I'll be back asap. Happy summer everyone! read more

I love their house blend in the cappuccino I got. I'm starting to build my coffee palette slowly, figuring out what I prefer and dislike. I tend to like medium to dark roasts with warm and chocolaty notes. This one def had a honey taste (I had their house vanilla syrup added) and it was delightful! Would like to come back to try their other drinks. For the price it's a little indulgent. Mine came around to be around $7. Still will come back!! read more

The Boy & The Bear - Ice cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

I've driven and walked by this coffee shop countless times and its vibe is just so cool! I finally stopped by on a Tuesday morning and it did not disappoint. It was actually busy with folks enjoying their coffee on their comfy chairs and tables and folks lining up for their morning coffee. They had sandwich samples at the counter which was rather impressive, although I couldn't try any because they had dairy. I ordered the mocha with oat and was even more impressed with this place when I learned the chocolate sauce was made in house and vegan! I found it to be a bit watered down. I'll definitely be returning. read more

The coffee shop is on the corner of the street and inside it is very sleek/modern looking with tables for working. It isn't too loud so it is definitely a place that one can work at. I am typically an iced Americano drinker, but today I got a cold brew with a heavy splash of oat milk. The drink itself is quite interesting as initially there is a bitterness that hits the back of your mouth and kind of coats your whole mouth. Then comes the sourness with a hint of something that reminds you of fruit/floral notes. It keeps me coming back for multiple sips. I would say half way through the drink, I do find the sourness that lingers not my favorite. It could be that I am used to cold brews that have sour notes that mellow out into sweetness. The lady at the counter did tell me that they offer a cold brew latte that offers a heavier pour of milk which I would be interested to try since I think with some more milk and maybe with a bit of syrup, it would round out the bitterness and sweetness will bring out the more fruit/floral notes. Overall I give this cold brew a 5/10 as it is a drink I would like to play around with customizing it to be a drink I would get more often. I would love to come back again, but I would admit the parking situation was a bit difficult so may not return as often. I will say allow yourself more time to get there to look for some parking on the street. read more

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I am saddened to say, but 3rd wave is dead. If you enjoyed the heyday of original G&B and the likes 15 years ago, you'll realize quickly that as shops are now roasting their own, that the taste profile is now hitting the "sophisticated Charbucks" drinkers. As of late, every shop that we have tried either roasts their own or use roasters that are heavy on the burned taste side. I understand, majority of "coffee lovers" would probably order a 32oz coffee that tastes like horchata or some sugary flavored. I would predict that at least 75% of orders are some sort of latte iced or hot. The Boy and The Beat is a nice little shop, very modern and chill vibe. If I enjoyed lattes, this and many of the newer shops would be a pleasure, but since my palette revolts to the burnt aftertastes of a cortado and even a cappuccino, I will need to hard pass. The service was ok, one person was nice and the other hated life. It's unfortunate, but I do get it. Cater to the 75% who really are not serious coffee drinkers because they will keep coming back for that "strong" coffee. read more

The Boy & The Bear - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

came for a quick study session and ordered an iced salted caramel latte. was surprised that they filled the drink alllll the way to the top! other coffee places are stingy w how high they fill, but i was definitely getting my money's worth. or maybe i just got lucky with mine haha. the noise level is pretty moderate-high. i like the dark interior, makes it feel different in comparison to every other "aesthetic" coffee shop you typically see. read more

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The food is 5/5. the trout toast is amazing! The service is 5/5. Friendliest staff and always attentive. I also love that the ambiance is so nice and such great music 5/5 read more

I got the Mango Sunrise Matcha, and it was pretty darn good! I'm taking off one star because the staff who took my order and made my drink weren't very friendly or welcoming. That said, if you can put that aside, it's still worth a try. read more

I truly love this place. I learned about TBTB in 2016 when my pet food store and I collaborated with their Redondo store in 2016. I tried the coffee and realized they were doing something special. They don't just emphasize quality, the OBSESS over it. The staff is always immaculately trained on the equipment, technical notes of the coffees and provides super professional service. I've been meaning to visit all their stores and this weekend's Emerald Series Tour was the perfect catalyst to finally visit all their stores. There only two I've never seen and Pasadena was one of them and holy smokes is it nice. The decor is on brand and beautiful and the space is ample and comfy. I love the coffee, I love their stores and I'm thrilled to see them continue to grow through quality and honoring the farmers and product so much. Keep it up, guys! read more

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I came here after pilates with a friend of mine and we got the latte with almond milk and a cortado with a pistachio croissant and cheese Danish. The atmosphere is classy and chill and we were able to catch up. There is also space to do some work too. The coffee was great quality and not too sweet. The pastries were perfect and not too sweet too. What a great pairing. The service was awesome and we got a plate and cup for our pastries. It made me want to come back. I will say parking is rough depending on the time. I happened to luck out and my friend didn't so just be prepared. read more

This is a quiet coffee shop with a great atmosphere! There is a good amount of seating along with moody green and black decor. There is plenty of seating, but only street parking. The building itself is handicap accessible as is the restroom. Again, parking close by may be a challenge. The pastries look delicious and had a good variety. The coffees are a little pricey and there is a limited menu, but it is all very good quality. read more

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It could be hard to find a street parking nearby. But I like their coffee, mostly lighter roasted and fruity, their chocolate bars are also very delicious! The staff are super friendly and the aesthetic . And I have to say that their pistachio croissant was super super yummy! Best I've ever had! Flaky and buttery with strong flavors of pistachio cream! read more

The Boy & The Bear - Ice latte, cortado and pistachio croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California