1919 Cafe - Huntington Library and Gardens
1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino, CA
Crema's Take
“Nestled within the Huntington Library grounds, this café offers a refreshing escape where you can fuel up with thoughtfully crafted bowls and sandwiches before (or after) wandering through world-class gardens and art collections. The patio dining experience is genuinely special—sipping coffee surrounded by blooming flowers and manicured landscapes transforms a simple meal into something memorable, and the menu delivers solid hits like their poke bowl and creative vegetarian options without pretension or inflated pricing.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, outdoor seating. Full breakfast and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
I love their spicy turkey burger! My husband enjoyed the vegetarian options, tofu shawarma and bowl. We’re looking forward to our next visit to see what’s blooming in March.
I really like the expansive menu here. Lots of options that weren’t overwhelming to choose from. The salads are fantastic. My poke bowl was delicious and the perfect meal for a full day of walking. The generous amount of food is well worth the price.
Came during the week, no waiting upon arrival. Order the chicken tacos and it was just ok, nothing great. My daughter had the ham & cheese sandwich with fries and that was also just ok. I think the already made Sushi in the plastic containers towards the register counters…
I had lunch on a Sunday afternoon with friends and we each bought food from different places. My favorite is the Poke Bowl, but my friend ordered the Taco Bowl and she said it was delicious. The portions were a lot, neither of us finished our food. The Poke Bowl was a little…
The food at 1919 Café was fantastic and surprisingly affordable compared to similar dining experiences near LA. I loved dining on the patio with a beautiful view of the gardens it really added to the experience. The carrot cake was moist and delicious, and my tacos were packed…
Crema Reviews
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