Criterion coffee

Pasadena, CA · Coffee shop

Rating
4.9/5
★★★★★ 4.9
Reviews
20
Rank in Pasadena
#4
of 535 restaurants
City Percentile
91%
rating percentile
Address
Criterion coffee, 39 N Arroyo Pkwy, Pasadena, CA 91103
Phone
(626) 696-3023
Website
criterioncoffee.us
Status
Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat

Criterion coffee is a restaurant located in Pasadena, CA. It is one of 535 restaurants listed in Pasadena. Its 4.9-star rating is above the Pasadena city average of 4.4 stars. It ranks #4 among Pasadena restaurants by combined rating and review volume. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Criterion coffee

COFFE HOUSE HAND CRAFTED COFFEE TEA , PASTRIES AND BREAKFAST

Hours

Friday7 AM–6 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Laurie McCracken Alsted · Mar 2026

Criteron Coffee is a specialty shop of both coffee and food. I always enjoy both and my time there. The staff are knowledgeable in making a cappuccino a cappuccino and not a latte. I greatly appreciate that. And the house made pastries and food are amazing. Many are quite unique and delicious!

★★★★★ 5.0 Vaish “Siso” C · Nov 2025

One of the best cafes in Pasadena old town. Absolutely loved our cappuccino and breakfast. Everything was delicious. The place is amazing to have great breakfast and relax . They have lovely taste of music as well. Highly recommend if you’re in the area. We will definitely be coming back.

★★★★★ 5.0 Lilly B · Feb 2026

I got the banana date smoothie, and it was a great balance of sweetness — not too sugary, just smooth and naturally flavorful. The vibe of the place was awesome too, with a chill atmosphere and live music playing, which made the whole visit feel more relaxed and fun. It was one of those spots where you just want to sit back, sip your drink, and enjoy the moment. If you’re into tasty smoothies and good vibes with live tunes, this is definitely worth checking out.

★★★★★ 5.0 Anna N · Dec 2025

I had a great experience at this coffee and breakfast spot! The coffee ☕️was rich, smooth, and full of flavor — the perfect way to start the morning. Their crepes were absolutely delicious😋, fresh, and perfectly made. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was cozy, making it an ideal place to relax and enjoy a great meal❤️. Highly recommend if you’re looking for quality coffee and a tasty breakfast!

★★★★★ 5.0 Karina Montilla Edmonds · Nov 2025

Great new coffee spot recommended by a friend who said and I quote ‘I am obsessed with this place’ ! I had the mushroom toast, croissant and Turmeric Chai Latte. In fact o went back a few days later and it was just as good. Nice spot in Old Town with plenty of quaint sitting.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Coffee shop

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