Pasadena · Los Angeles County, CA
Food & Drink in Pasadena
Scout analyzed 69 Pasadena places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.
Places analyzed
69
Matches
24
Typical spend
$60
Typical visit
1.1 hr
Best neighborhoods for food & drink
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Old Pasadena
Criterion coffee
This is a good spot for a quick coffee break or to grab a beverage before starting your day. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-$15 per person.
Food & Drink
UOVO | Pasadena
UOVO is a good spot for a casual Italian meal, suitable for a date night or a family dinner. Expect to spend about an hour and $20-40 per person for fresh pasta dishes.
Lamanda Park
Rosebud Coffee
A typical coffee shop ideal for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up, expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and a snack. It can be paired with local errands or a stroll in the neighborhood.
Food & Drink
Republik Coffee Pasadena
Republik Coffee is good for a casual breakfast or brunch and can be a solo stop or a family outing. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a meal and drinks.
Food & Drink
GRANVILLE
Granville is suitable for a casual meal or drinks with friends, often as part of a larger outing in the area. Expect to spend $30-$70 per person for an hour and a half visit.
Food & Drink
mandarin coffee stand
A stop for a quick coffee and pastry, ideal for a solo grab-and-go or a short break. Expect to spend $5-15 and be in and out within 20 minutes.
Food & Drink
Nick's Pasadena
Nick's is a solid choice for a casual dinner or lunch, fitting well before or after shopping on Lake Avenue. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and roughly $30-70 per person for a meal with drinks.
Old Pasadena
Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery
Agnes is a good spot for a dinner out, offering American cuisine and a cheesery. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and about $35-75 per person for food and drinks.
Playhouse Village
The Mixx
The Mixx is a good spot for an evening meal or drinks with live music, suitable for a date or a casual night out. Expect to spend $30-$60 per person for food and drinks over 1-2 hours.
Beverly Grove
Videre Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
Videre is a rooftop restaurant and bar suitable for an upscale evening meal or cocktails. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here and between $75-$150 per person for drinks and food.
Old Pasadena
Union Restaurant
Union Restaurant is an ideal spot for an upscale dinner, often preceding or following a show or event in Pasadena. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150 per person for an Italian farm-to-table experience.
Food & Drink
Urban Plates
Urban Plates is a solid option for a quick, healthy, and relatively affordable meal suitable for families or solo diners. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes here for lunch or dinner, costing around $15-30 per person.
Food & Drink
Parkway Grill
Parkway Grill is an upscale fine dining restaurant best for special occasions like anniversaries or birthdays. Expect to spend 2 hours and $75-$150 per person on food and drinks.
Old Pasadena
Der Wolf
Der Wolf is a German beer hall with a polished, vintage feel, suitable for a lively evening outing or pairing with other Old Pasadena activities. Expect to spend $30-75 per person for drinks and food.
Food & Drink
Marston's Pasadena
Marston's is a casual spot for breakfast or brunch, suitable for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-30 per person.
Old Pasadena
Mi Piace
Mi Piace is a bustling modern Italian restaurant, good for a meal with friends or family after shopping or before an event. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-75 per person for food and drinks.
Food & Drink
The Raymond 1886 - Modern American Cuisine & Craft Cocktails in Pasadena
The Raymond 1886 is a good choice for a refined dinner or brunch experience, perfect for a special occasion or a longer, indulgent meal. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $75-$150 per person.
Food & Drink
Gale's
Gale's is a solid choice for a casual Italian dinner, suitable for families or a relaxed date. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $30-60 per person on a meal.
Food & Drink
Jones Coffee Roasters
Jones Coffee Roasters is a good spot for a quick coffee break or a casual meet-up, easily paired with errands or a walk in the area. Expect to spend $5-$15 for a coffee and a pastry, with visits typically lasting about 30 minutes.
Old Pasadena
Copa Vida
Copa Vida is a modern coffee shop suitable for a casual solo stop or a quick meeting. Expect to spend 45-90 minutes and about $8-20 per person on drinks and light food.
Playhouse Village
OH LA LA
OH LA LA is a casual brunch spot on Colorado Blvd, good for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and about $15-35 per person for a typical visit.
Playhouse Village
Urth Caffe Pasadena
Urth Caffe is good for a casual meal or coffee stop, especially for brunch. Expect to spend $15-35 per person and stay for about an hour. It pairs well with shopping or exploring Old Town Pasadena.
Mid Central
Jameson Brown Coffee Roasters
This coffee shop is good for a quick stop to grab a drink, lasting about 20 minutes and costing around $5-10 per person. It pairs well with starting a day of errands or as a quick break.
Lamanda Park
Foothill Restaurant
This American restaurant with a terrace is good for a relaxed meal with sharing plates and craft beers, especially for weekend brunch. Expect to spend $25-60 per person for about 1.5 hours.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 30 of the 69 analyzed Pasadena places fit food & drink.
- 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 0% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Upscale, Quiet, Romantic, Scenic.
Book ahead
Book tours and tickets in Pasadena
Lock in the parts of the plan that sell out — tours, tastings and timed-entry tickets across Pasadena.
See what's bookable in Pasadena(opens in a new tab)Scout Places may earn a commission when you book through links on this page.
Make it a night out
Staying over in Pasadena?
Hotels, resorts and vacation rentals across Pasadena — book the stay and make a full weekend of it.
Find places to stay in Pasadena(opens in a new tab)Scout Places may earn a commission when you book through links on this page.