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Things to do in Old Pasadena

Scout has 0 verified spots mapped in Old Pasadena, 15 with full Scout intelligence.

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Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.4 hr

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Food · 13Cocktails · 8Shopping · 7Live music · 3Views · 3Outdoors · 2

Best spots in Old Pasadena

Criterion coffee

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.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

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.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Union Restaurant

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.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Der Wolf

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.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Old Pasadena

Old Pasadena

Old Pasadena

Old Pasadena is good for a half-day or evening outing, offering dining, shopping, and historical sights. Plan for a moderate spend per person and potential difficulty finding parking.

HistoryFoodShopping
$25–$100 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking
Mi Piace

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.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$35–$75 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Copa Vida

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.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$8–$20 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Intelligentsia Coffee Pasadena Coffeebar

Old Pasadena

Intelligentsia Coffee Pasadena Coffeebar

This coffee shop is a good stop for a quick, high-quality coffee. It's suitable for a solo break or a casual meet-up, costing around $5-15 per person for a drink and perhaps a pastry.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Cafe Santorini

Old Pasadena

Cafe Santorini

Cafe Santorini is a Mediterranean restaurant suitable for a dinner outing, particularly good for date nights or special occasions with its rooftop option. Expect to spend $35-70 per person for a meal that lasts about 1.5 hours.

FoodViewsRelaxed
$35–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Ixtapa Cantina & Lounge

Old Pasadena

Ixtapa Cantina & Lounge

Ixtapa Cantina & Lounge is a high-energy spot for an evening out, combining Mexican food with a club atmosphere, DJs, and a dance floor. Expect to spend a few hours and $50-100 per person for food and drinks.

CocktailsLive musicSports
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Old Towne Pub

Old Pasadena

Old Towne Pub

This pub is good for an evening out to enjoy craft beers and live music, potentially after dinner. Expect to spend $15-40 per person for drinks and some casual food over an hour and a half.

CocktailsFoodLive music
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Speakeasy

Old Pasadena

The Speakeasy

This dark, vintage cocktail lounge is good for a sophisticated date night or a special outing with friends, often requiring a password. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for drinks and light bites over 1.5-2 hours.

CocktailsFoodArts
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Neon Retro Arcade

Old Pasadena

Neon Retro Arcade

Neon Retro Arcade offers a nostalgic gaming experience perfect for a 1.5-hour casual outing, costing around $15-25 per person. It pairs well with a meal or exploring Old Town Pasadena before or after.

ArtsShoppingViews
$15–$25 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Edwin Mills by Equator

Old Pasadena

Edwin Mills by Equator

Edwin Mills by Equator is a gastropub suitable for dinner or drinks, particularly on a weekend evening. Expect to spend $30-$70 per person for a 1.5-hour meal.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Burke Williams Day Spa

Old Pasadena

Burke Williams Day Spa

Burke Williams Day Spa is ideal for a dedicated pampering session, typically lasting 3-4 hours and costing $150-$400+ per person. It's a full outing in itself, or can pair with a quiet dinner afterward.

WellnessRelaxedQuiet
$150–$400 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

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