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Lavender & Honey® Espresso Bar
1383 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104, United States
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Ry
Review №1

This place is great. Coffee and lattes are amazing. Even the drip coffee is good. I got a late to go and they still did a heard foam art for me and let me appreciate it before covering it with a cap. It is little things like that than brighten your day and it is very much appreciated.One warning however. This place is EXTREMELY popular. I went I at 10 on a Saturday and it was at least 30 minute from when I got at the back of the long line till I was appreciating the latte foam art.Still give it a try especially at an off time.

Ve
Review №2

Date night and decided to hit a Korean spot. Service was good. Food did not disappoint.. although they were out of the dessert and it wasnt even 7pm yet lolI was bummed that they dont start you off w/ any appetizer or starters... like bread and butter but something Korean obviously. I would definitely go again.

Me
Review №3

Honeybee latte was excellent and baristas were very sweet, but I waited almost 20minutes for toast while 5 girls were making food and the shop was pretty empty… Thankfully I was refunded and the coffee was ready very quickly, but just want to flag that food orders may take a questionably long time!

Fe
Review №4

I decided to go a little out of my way and visit this location for a cup of cold brew and i was pleasantly surprised as to how good it was. the service was extremely quick and id definitely return. its on a quiet street in a nice part of North Pasadena. i didnt purchase a breakfast bread but the ones displayed in the window sure looked delicious.

Ca
Review №5

I LOVE this place. Seriously I go here at least once a week. Their lavender breve is fantastic, also a big fan of their cold brew smoothie. All their sandwiches and toasts are delicious, and I’m not even gluten free but I love trying all their gf pastries on Saturdays and Tuesdays (although they sell out fast Saturdays, you have to get there early). Also is it just me, or is everyone who works there incredibly attractive?

ed
Review №6

Whoever owns this place has never heard the phrase customer satisfaction. We come here pretty often, several times a week since we live in the area. I always leave a tip and have never complained about anything. Today my wives drink was too sweet, like they put 5 times the sugar the usually put in it not joking. She couldnt drink it. So she went to the counter and asked nicely if it was possible to replace with less sugar. trust me this wasnt unreasonable, that drink was pure sugar and it usually isnt. And at $6, it is pretty expensive. The girl at the counter replied we dont give out free drinks. Funny because we paid $6 for a cup with sugar and i also left a tip as I always do, yeah, a free tip. Even starbucks would replace your drink. I let them know they just lost a customer. I just told them nicely. We pay for a service and this place just doesnt care about their customers satisfaction, youre on your own. Weve spent hundreds on this place, and left hundreds in tips. I guess one drink is more important to them. Greedy. Thankfully there are plenty of options. And their espresso is pretty average anyway.

re
Review №7

While dining at Millie’s Cafe, we discovered this neat coffee shop in a charming part of the community in North Pasadena. I feel this a gem in this neighborhood.It looked like they do offer the full menu for take out. I saw the shop has a table at the entrance to take order and then for pick up on the side of the coffee shop.I browsed their menu on the window and looked like they have very yummy food. Since I have already had lunch at Millie’s Cafe, I ordered their French lavender limeade. It’s quite a unique drink with lacy flavor and the cooling lime taste. It was just right drink for a hot day.I also saw a lot of people order their coffee for take out. I was told that their varieties of coffees are famous here. We will be back to sample their food and coffee.

De
Review №8

Lousy coffee and awful customer service! They can’t even get a simple coffee order right. No apologies offered neither for screwing up your order. Avoid this place! Don’t settle for such mediocre coffee & service!

Ca
Review №9

I liked the service and the drinks! We got 5 different ones and they were all very nice! The only thing that I did not like was the parking. My favorite was the French lavender breve. Nothing was too sweet or too bitter.

Jo
Review №10

My girlfriend took me to this quaint little café and gave me the tour. I met the cute blonde haired barista, Alex, and the famous orange-haired singer (who someone said may have been Ed Sheeran, I didnt get a good look).The aesthetic was quintessentially California. The baristas seemed like they were knowledgeable and passionate about coffee. I got my drinks quickly and the staff was friendly, efficient and kind. I ordered a hot chai latte and my girlfriend had a brown sugar latte, also pictured is an iced lavender matcha latte with regular milk. Everything tasted perfect. I didnt get a good picture of the menu but the coffee choices seemed very diverse and Id love to go back and try more!

De
Review №11

I had the Lavender Breve 2xs in a row☕☕☕-- I love Lavender and Honey! Visiting my uncle in Pasadena, I searched for a lavender latte and found this gem. It seems like a great place to have lunch🥪🥙🌯🥗 as the were many menu options and the atmosphere is chill. I cant WAIT to come back for a return visit!!

Ga
Review №12

Coffee is good but service needs lots of work. It takes forever to get your order and no instructions anywhere. Trying to get the attention of the girl handing out orders is impossible and she doesn’t even bother to ask if you’re there to pick up. Just calls out names hoping the person is there to get the order. If you care about service then don’t come here.

Sh
Review №13

This is a well thought out, cozy place to come and have a nice moment to yourself. Definitely a local spot for your caffeine needs. 4 Stars.The Lemonade is fresh and tart. Fresh squeezed for sure. Order a cold brew, very popular item and sit in the patio. 4 Stars.I’ll come back and so should you.

El
Review №14

So lucky that I get to live right down the road from this spot.

Ma
Review №15

My mom and I stopped in here on a rainy day before our visit to the Norton Simon. I got the L&H toast (lavender, honey, and goat cheese) and it was super delicious. My mom got peanut butter, honey, and banana toast which she thought was really good as well. I also got an iced brown sugar latte and added a little cinnamon - super yummy! Really decent prices for the quality of the food and the coffee.

Ch
Review №16

We made a visit here before heading out to a doctors visit. We needed some caffeine in our lives. I tried a Brown Sugar Latte, which I thought was going to be a little on the sweet side but surprisingly it wasnt. Nice flavor and of course you could taste the espresso. My sister got a French Lavender Breve, it wasnt bad but I thought this one was a little too sweet for me.We ordered two sandwiches, I got a Caprese and my sister an Italiano. The Italiano was pretty big and my sister loved it, it was a little hard for me to try it since it was packed with mustard and pickles. I have a hate, hate relationship with those two. The Caprese had fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, a balsamic glaze and olive oil. This was really good, I started eating the Mozzarella by itself! Definitely can see my sister and I returning.They have a couple of tables outside by the side of the parking lot where you can sit down and eat for a minute.

R
Review №17

In a great location with easy breezy parking when we went today (Thursday early afternoon). Looking forward to trying other drinks there while enjoying the sun in their patio. Plus, frequent flyer card is a punch per drink vs a punch per order. Love that!

su
Review №18

Could just be a bit more direct and communicative with customers. its not about the wait, its that it seemed like all the baristas were hiding from the line. but my oat latte was amazing. really enjoyed it

Se
Review №19

A nice change from the corporate Starbucks type coffee shops. Try the Pasadena (avocado) toast and the honey bee latte. The cafe also has an assortment of sandwiches and salads. I recently tried a Sriracha Roast Beef Sandwich, and it was tasty (~$10). The worst part about this establishment is the parking--its a nightmare.

Ta
Review №20

Love the coffee so good! Will be back

An
Review №21

Great place, great atmosphere. Give it a try if you can.

A.
Review №22

Amazing Coffee! My favorite is the cold brew smoothie!!

Je
Review №23

Best gelato and artisinal Italian food you will ever find. Really.

Me
Review №24

Cute coffee shop and delicious coffee! I got the honeybee latte and loved it.

Gu
Review №25

Seating outside for coffee and a snack is fantastic. Just a small tip, when you order food, make sure you check back with the staff inside. They make no effort to call you that your food or snacks are ready.....they are totally consumed with after hours conversation to let it sit on their counter. But thats fine, you have legs that can travel.

El
Review №26

Delicious 😋

Mi
Review №27

A nice coffee place on Washington st. They have deli sandwiches and salads. A variety of cold and hot coffee. Everything we had was delicious. A very friendly staff. I would definitely come again. Loved it

Ca
Review №28

What a wonderful find this restaurant was for us! Its delightful to look at and the menu is so fresh and rich at the same time. I loved the avocado and jam sandwich. Excellent coffee. Breads are beyond delicious.

Er
Review №29

Interesting spot. Service was good. Was not crazy busy but the way the place is designed doesnt make it very comfortable to wait for your order. Everyone was on top of each other. Overall great location and food was good

Ke
Review №30

A piece of toast and two coffees and we were out $18.00 (with tip, of course). They serve Klatch Coffee here, which I feel like I have to make note of every time a place offers it because I have a friend whos such a crazy coffee connoisseur and he thinks Klatch is bomb, so I gotta give it a mention.Its a typical order-at-the-counter and pick-up after coffee shop. Nice, Brooklyn/Instagram design but small. Theres some seating outside if the weather is pleasant but parking can be hard to come by. Theres a back lot behind the building that it shares with other businesses. The vibe is meh. Its not that welcoming.The Lavender & Honey Toast was yummy but a slice of bread and a light spread of cream cheese shouldnt cost $4.50. We also got the French Lavender Breve and the Honeybee Latte, both of which I thought were quite well done but my husband was left unimpressed. I think he was still sticker-shocked (LOL). Overall, it was okay.

Ma
Review №31

Its a great place to go to for coffee and they have are really flexible if you have any allergies! The food also tastes amazing.

Mi
Review №32

Im sure this little Cafe was cute, cozy, and inviting when times werent covid times. Their chai tea is amazing, their seasonal apple butter toast was a tasty treat. However, their seating area is closed and there isnt any place to sit within reasonable walking distance. When we decided to enjoy our toast on the handrail since there was no one around at the time, we were (politely) asked to go somewhere else to eat. Just something to keep in mind for anyone who may want to stop by while in the area. If you dont want to eat in your car, then I wouldnt get anything to eat here at all.

Je
Review №33

Lavender & Honey is such a cute coffee chain! Prior to COVID, you could enjoy your drink and snack in their cozy seating area surrounded by a wall of succulents and other cute decorations. Now, however, youll have to order your drink at their window theyve created in the doorway area. Even their outdoor seating area is currently closed off.Theyre still serving their delicious drinks and snacks though! During my last visit, I got an iced maple latte which definitely put me in the fall mood despite the heatwave. They have a bunch of other fall themed drinks and food, including everyones favorite pumpkin spice latte. I havent tried it yet, but definitely will once the weather cools down.I also like to get their chocolate bars that are made with cocoa beans from various regions of South America. Its fun tasting the differences in flavor! They didnt have these in stock the last time I came, but definitely ask one of the store employees if they have them when you visit.

Wi
Review №34

One of the best little coffee shops and bakeries in northern Pasadena. I highly recommend their lemonade and their cibatta is spectacular!

Ge
Review №35

Great food and coffee. Nice atmosphere for conversation or getting some work done.

Ev
Review №36

This place has great coffee. Just a little slow with service.I recommend trying it.

Do
Review №37

This place is great. Love the lavender and honey parfait!

Ha
Review №38

Got the iced Chai and added lavender, its delicious!

Su
Review №39

Yummy pastries, delicious coffee. What else can I say? Sweet staff!

Pe
Review №40

Delish!

Ad
Review №41

Lovely little place with great coffee. Shared car park is crazy busy.

Th
Review №42

They have awesome brown sugar Latte! And offers a lot of creative coffee options!

Co
Review №43

Really great coffee and food. Friendly baristas. Seating options are nice and have lots of natural lighting. I wish it was a little less expensive, but hopefully that money is going to paying their staff well.... One can hope.

To
Review №44

A little hole in the wall; get the lavender breve or the honey latte.

En
Review №45

Salted caramel latte, totally recommended.

Ge
Review №46

Definitely a great place for a first or 100th date.

Al
Review №47

Excellent coffee. Superb pastries. Wonderful staff. Great sandwiches. Avoid the salads.

Ch
Review №48

Love this coffee shop. Great coffee! Its a really nice place to chill and meet up with friends and family. Extremely clean also

Em
Review №49

I recently live here and for the first time in this place. As I understand it, there are very few establishments that open so early and where you can drink good coffee and even have a bite to eat.

Je
Review №50

Nice place, pretty popular too! Line was out the door but service was good & kept the line moving at a good pace. We got the Honey Latte, PB Cup hot chocolate & ham and cheese sandwich. The hot chocolate was good & chocolatey, the ham sandwich stole the show! Man that Sandwich was so good! It was a very high quality sandwich: ham, swiss on a delicious baguette.

Ra
Review №51

This has to be my favorite coffee shop around Pasadena area. The baristas are pretty friendly and efficient. I always get the Honey Bee latte and its amazing. I would definitely recommend it. The flavor of the espresso is perfect as I dislike some of the burned/overly dark espresso that would leave a sour aftertaste. The seats inside are fairly limited but I always manage to find some empty seats and tables outside.

Ch
Review №52

Both the atmosphere & staff are cheery, bright, and welcoming. The food offerings are fun, high quality, and reasonably priced.The strong A/C was a nice feature on the hot, humid morning I visited. Ill definitely be back soon!

Ni
Review №53

Delicious!! And great service, kind and friendly.

F.
Review №54

Totally great place to relax and have a cup of coffee.Nice staff, kind and willing to wait for your order. I didn’t feel rushed.What a nice place.

Ka
Review №55

This is such a perfect place to catch up with old friends. Its nice and small with lots of fun food and creative drinks! There is lots of parking as well which makes it super nice to go for a bite and then walk around the area.

An
Review №56

Cute spot, great lavender breve latte omg super super good. And loved the goat cheese with drizzled honey and dried lavender sprinkled over toast. Would definitely make a stop here again next time Im in town

An
Review №57

The ambiance and ability to chill at a spot that is relatively quiet and low key is more appealing than the coffee. Bitter espresso and the double is priced nicely, but really - volume wise - resembles a single. Place has cool vibes and is decent for a local coffee shop. Id probably give it a second try, but definitely grab a different drink next time around.

Te
Review №58

Great coffee and sandwiches. Plus some tasty jams.

sa
Review №59

They absolutely DO NOT have the coffee down. It was a water down Pour Over and there Latte was WEAK! This place needs to understand what great coffee is.Perhaps learn from Philz Coffee.

Et
Review №60

Toured all over the LA coffee scene; Lavender & Honey was (surprisingly) my favorite pour-over of the bunch. Right up there with Intelligentsia, a cut above GGET, and with more local flavor than Blue Bottle. Their staff is incredibly helpful at recommendations, and did a great job of recommending other places on the local coffee scene that are worth checking out. Worth your time!

St
Review №61

I found this cute little espresso bar this morning in Pasadena. I had a hot honey latte and it was absolutely delicious. I can’t wait to go back to get away from the typical LA spots.

We
Review №62

The Lavender Breve changed my life and made me poorer.

Li
Review №63

Drinks are good and the staff and friendly.

Ce
Review №64

Tried the honeybee latte. Yum! Filled up quickly after it opened on a Fri morning. Nice modern decor, with outdoor seating as well.

Mi
Review №65

Friendly staff as well as tasty food and beverages. This is a wonderful little walk-to cafe with comfortable ambiance.

Ji
Review №66

I love the espresso drinks here, theyre all amazing! The honey bee latte, and the brown sugar latte are personal favorites. As well as the toasts and sandwiches. I wish that they had better seating though, its never guaranteed that youll be sitting if you have more than a couple people with you.

Mi
Review №67

I honestly love this place! Great coffee (which is the main and most important reason) but I have to say their sandwiches are amazing. They are indeed a bit pricey but it is not easy to taste quality in a bite these days. I specially recommend the Italian.

Ma
Review №68

Honey latte was delicious! I ordered the peanut butter honey banana toast, and it was great. Bread was crisp and perfectly toasted. The only negative is that it was very messy and required napkins. Dont take it to go. My fiancé ordered the ham and swiss sandwich. It was good, but I wish it had more on it than just meat and cheese. Overall, we would come back if we were in the area. It is a nice little quick stop for lunch and coffee.

Me
Review №69

Had a lavender latte and it was perfect. High quality coffee, intimate ambiance and small outdoor seating area.

Br
Review №70

Delicious. My friend got the espresso and proceeded to put in 3 sugar packets. Shes from out of the town, so I will forgive her.Lavender and Honey is a trendy coffee shop and has a great vibe. Shout out to Becky (one of the cashiers), shes awesome and always smiling.

Be
Review №71

I enjoyed my visit to this coffee shop while I was treating a friend from Canada who was staying with relatives in the neighborhood. I had a tasty, heated veggie mozzarella sandwich, my friend had a roast beef sandwich. When I placed my order, I was told that they would call me to pickup when ready. But they were kind enough to bring my food to the outdoor table without annoyingly announcing my name; that to me is good customer service.

Co
Review №72

Their French lavender breve is a must taste :)

Ca
Review №73

IM IN LOVE IM IN LOVE AND I DONT CARE WHO KNOWS IT - buddy the Elf. The French Lavender Breve is a warm hug that flies you to the moon. This place is worth.Also theres a free parking lot out back.

Da
Review №74

Love all their drinks. I highly recommend the cortado and the french lavender breve. Their toasts are also great and fun to sample for just $3 each.Kids will love their hot chocolates, Theyre served at kid temperature and have different flavors to choose from.They also have quality pastries. Its a cute little shop that serves great coffee and yummy snacks.

is
Review №75

Love the place and decoration. Has awesome products and great flavors

Br
Review №76

Honey bee latte has a nice subtle sweetness. Toasts are good. Everyone here is friendly, including the locals. Just wish there was more seating.There is more parking than I anticipated around back. Slow down, you could easily drive right by.

Aa
Review №77

Great place to find food and drinks. But beware, one may only socialize in this place. The abundance of outlets in this shop reflects the amount of time you can invest on your work, zero

Ch
Review №78

Waited a really long time for a sandwich here, so I had to remove a star. But the sandwich was really good, and their service was better than I expected. The young lady behind the register was very apologetic and you could tell she took it personally that I seemed a little upset. All is forgiven, and I brag about going here.

Da
Review №79

Really enjoyed the cold brew here. Asked for it with a bit of vanilla sweetener, added some half and half, and it was one of the best cups of cold brew I’ve had. Highly recommend this place for the coffee quality as well as the ambiance.

Vi
Review №80

Great local coffee shop. Good baked goods. Friendly owners and staff. A must try for those who live in the area. Nice outdoor patio. Get there early for best selection. Top coffee shops in area.

Wa
Review №81

Such a clean fresh happy vibe here. All sorts of people enjoying the food and the space. Equal mix of solo diners along with pairs so I didnt feel out of place eating alone and reading. My Italiano & French Lavender Lemonade were just as good as Id hoped. I only wish that they garnished my Lemonade with a sprig of Lavender. The service was fast and friendly and the patrons equally as delightful. I will return!

Ra
Review №82

This is my go-to coffee shop in Pasadena. Their chai is my favorite, and their toasts make the perfect breakfast or snack. I usually get the Pasadena Toast and PB/Banana/Honey. All of the young people who work here are super friendly and welcoming. Always fun to people and dog watch here too :)

Ka
Review №83

This is a must place to visit when youre in Pasadena. The lavender brave latte (offered both hot and iced) is one of the best drinks this place has to offer. The Croissant sandwiches that you can customize to your taste buds are to die for. They have both outdoor and indoor seating available. The service is great and the food comes out pretty fast .

JC
Review №84

Cozy place that serves great coffee and espresso drinks. Sometimes it takes a while to get your order but its always worth the wait.

Je
Review №85

Love this place! the staffs are welcoming and the sandwich tastes light and great! I was here for brunch and a sip of caffeine, and it didnt let me down. They got indoor and outdoor seats, it never gets too crowded or noisy, good for a book-reading or self-refreshing.

Ga
Review №86

It was super cute and the staff is very sweet and so are the pastries!!!!I got the Matcha Latte and Chocolate Croissant both times I visited. So good!

Aa
Review №87

Yum yum in my tum tum

Su
Review №88

*** GREAT SERVICE!!! Support this local gem.***Nice atmosphere. It was nice coming into a warm cozy spot this morning.Delicious chocolate croissant (pain au chocolat). POSITIVE VIBES RULE, I will be back to sample their extensive menu and coffees.

J
Review №89

Havent been here for about 4 years. Love the Honeybee Latte. We come here regularly whenever we are visiting from New York.

Mi
Review №90

This place is dog friendly. Recently iced coffee from other coffee shops upset my stomach but their iced lavender brave sat well in my stomach. This is very good.

Br
Review №91

The coffee is amazing and service is great. However the beans are too expensive compared to other shops, I wish they had at least one cheaper option for beans.

Si
Review №92

French Lavender Breve is amazing! L&H toast melts in your mouth. I also love the Italian sandwich, I would recommend getting it without the pickles and with less mustard. L&H is consistent and definitely one of my favorite coffee shops.

Vi
Review №93

Great coffee, great atmosphere, great pastries, great toast. Their latte are is really good!

Ge
Review №94

When I was a kid in the 80s this was the location of a very nice tailor and garment store. It makes me so happy that my grandmothers neighborhood is under going a hipster fuel Renaissance. The coffee is strong and the pastries are great. Support a small business and spend the morning or afternoon here.

Se
Review №95

A tiny little well-lit cafe in Pasadena which is a nice place to work, only no outlets to charge the laptop. They serve really yummy lavender honey toasts with goat cheese that I love for breakfast.

Ha
Review №96

One of my favorite coffee shops in the area. They have a great food menu and this place is very unique.

Be
Review №97

Really good coffee. Cute interior. Always difficult to find a seat inside or on the little patio because the location is becoming more popular.

Wi
Review №98

Good coffee, but I havent tried the tea yet.

St
Review №99

Amazing food and drink! I was visiting from out of state and had to try a local lavender latte since Im addicted to them back home in colorado. I must say, the lavender latte here is to die for, it was way better than the ones Ive had around Denver!

Re
Review №100

When Im feeling like indulging, I get the lavender breve. So decadent! On a normal day Ill just go for the honey bee latte and a nice L+H toast.

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  • Address:1383 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104, United States
  • Site:https://lavenderandhoneyespresso.com/
  • Phone:+1 626-529-5571
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Deli
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–4PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–4PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–2PM
  • Thursday:7AM–4PM
  • Friday:7AM–4PM
  • Saturday:7AM–4PM
  • Sunday:7AM–4PM
From the business
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Organic dishes:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Planning
  • Usually a wait:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
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