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Pasadena loves its brunch, and so it’s small wonder there are so many great options in this Californian city. Discover the different options on offer with our guide to the best places here for a late breakfast or mid-morning meal.
Anyone hoping to indulge in something sweet will enjoy CREPEstudio. Crepes are not the only item on the menu, though, because this industrial-chic café also serves salads and paninis for those who prefer a savory option.
CREPEstudio, 99 E Union St, Pasadena, CA, USA, +1 626 844 8810
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Del Frisco’s Grille serves dishes that include the red velvet Belgian waffle and the crab cake Benedict. An interesting feature is the ‘Food to Fight Over’ section of the menu, which includes Asian street bao sliders and roasted tomato flatbread.
Del Frisco’s Grille, 55 S Lake Ave Ste 150, Pasadena, CA, USA, +1 626 765 9913
Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles combines two foods that sound like an unlikely pair into a delicious combination. Of course there are many other, more famous food pairings, including peanut butter and jelly, that might seem unusual, but chicken and waffles reigns supreme here. Try it; you won’t be disappointed.
Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles, 830 N Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA, USA, +1 626 791 4890
Plate 38 has a brunch menu that offers a plethora of options, ranging from a simple cup of Jones coffee to a delicious Bloody Mary and some great egg dishes. Don’t forget the bottomless mimosas to go with.
Plate 38, 2361 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, USA, +1 626 793 7100