Urth Caffé-Pasadena

Will definitely be back here! Yes, it’s expensive and yes it’s super busy, but everything we had from here was delicious! I need to try more of their menu, but their pastries are perfection. My latte was smooth. We came on a Saturday during lunch time and it was packed and hard to find a table in the shade. Be prepared for a difficult table search if you come, but other than that the service was fast!

There will be a line, which moves pretty fast (worth the wait), which gives you the opportunity to choose your meal. There are several open, outdoor & indoor space to dine, wonderful decor. The wait staff are very welcoming, overall great customer service. The brunch experience rates 5⭐️s! And the pistachio matches is divine, yummm🍵.

I stopped by Urth Caffe Pasadena and honestly had a really nice time. The vibe there is super chill and cozy, but still lively enough that it feels fun to hang out. It’s the kind of place where you can relax, chat, or just enjoy your drink without feeling rushed. I’m already a fan of their coffee, and this time I tried the Spanish Latte. It smelled amazing right away, and the taste was just as good—smooth, slightly sweet, and really comforting. Definitely a solid choice if you’re not sure what to order. One thing I appreciated a lot was the parking. There’s a lot in the back, and it was easy to find a spot, which is sometimes hard for popular cafés. I also tried the Matcha Tiramisu, and that was a pleasant surprise. It’s an interesting way on a classic dessert, with a nice matcha flavor that isn’t too strong but still stands out. Overall, it was a great visit, and I’d totally come back again for the drinks, desserts, and laid-back atmosphere.

Super cute and beautiful coffee shop. Absolutely enjoyed their apple pie, I can tell it was super bad for me, It was so good!! Their Italian cappuccino was spot on, not overly sweet with good cinnamon flavor. However, the other two items we got did not taste anything as described. Their rose matcha tasted like a basic Matcha latte, and their Spanish latte tasted like a plain vanilla latte. I don’t understand what was so unique about it. I got one too many drinks, thinking they were going to be amazing art as shown in owner photos. The decor was very beautiful and true to its name, the service was also very quick and friendly. I also like that they gave you the option between light and dark roast.

Another early court morning… and then a well-deserved brunch with colleagues at Urth Caffé. I’ve heard so much about this place, so I finally went for the Salmon Benedict, grapefruit with cottage cheese, and of course coffee — you can’t skip coffee here. The food? Honestly fantastic. The salmon was fresh and buttery, the brioche was soft inside with a little crisp outside, and that Hollandaise with pomegranate on top is a brilliant idea. I could easily give the kitchen 5 stars — they did their part perfectly. But service is the reason this visit becomes 4 stars. First, tables weren’t being cleared for way too long. There were at least ten dirty tables sitting full of dishes, and nothing happened until I asked two different employees to clean one for us. Second — everything came out almost at the same time. My grapefruit was great, but by the time I got to the Benedict, the eggs had already gone cold. Not the end of the world, but you can feel that the kitchen actually tried… so it’s sad to lose that fresh, warm moment. There was also a small mix-up with my order: I added extra cottage cheese, it didn’t arrive, and the server said it wasn’t on the check. Then he brought it anyway, as a courtesy — which was nice. Fifteen minutes later he came back, apologized, and admitted it was on the order and they made a mistake. That honesty earned respect. No excuses, no arguing — just a real apology. That matters. At the end of the day, this place is still great. Food is solid, atmosphere is beautiful, and I’ll definitely be back. Hopefully next time they’ll match the kitchen’s level with quicker cleaning and smoother service.