Zona Rosa Caffe
(626) 793-2334
15 South El Molino Ave
Pasadena,
CA
91101
34.1455
-118.137
Neighborhood: South Pasadena
Reviews & Ratings for Zona Rosa Caffe
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Best Coffee Pasadena
by rharvey
June 25, 2007
Zona Rosa Caffe in Pasadena has Eclectic mexican decor with drinks with a twist mexican hot chocalate,iced cap ,red eye expresso shots and hello dolly cookies/brownies my fave.Good place to relax and drink a cup or come thursday night for the free musical entertainment ,in the now found out area of the playhouse district
Best of City Search???
by gustomc
June 01, 2007
Ok, so I had read the reviews and most seemed positive, so seeing as I only live about 15 minutes from this place, I decided to give it a go. I had driven by it before, and it looked kind of like a "hole in the wall" kind of find, so I was kind of excited. That's just what I was looking for.
My wife and I went on a Friday night, and there were 4 people in the upstairs and 2 people sitting outside. We came in and were perusing the menu. I remembered reading some reviews about the Zona Rosa Cappucino, but I was debating because I usually just go with a double-shot of espresso. My wife said she would go for the double shot, so I went for the Zona Rosa Cappucino.
For the coffee illiterate, a cappucino is supposed to be 1/3espresso, 1/3 steamed milk, and a 1/3 foam. The Zona Rosa Cappucino was described as also having Mexican chocolate, and whipped cream, which is really more of a mocha than a cappucino, but whatever.
Anyway, my wife's double shot of espresso came out. Good, light-brown colored crema, but with a burned aroma. It had a mildly burned taste, and filled a ~4oz cup.
Now, as for my "cappucino...." Picture a clear glass about 6 or 7 inches tall, with a consistent brownish-white color..... no foam at the top..... no whip cream.... I was thinking to myself, " Did I order the Zona Rosa LATTE sans whip cream?"
Anyway, the ambience of the place is okay, if a bit quiet. Cool art upstairs, but I'd recommend sitting outside. As for the coffee.... well, if you're looking for good coffee.... look elsewhere. If you like Starbucks style, extra burned coffee, maybe this is the place for you. It's got a great location, next to the playhouse, so if you're looking for a place to kick-back before the play, maybe give it a try.
- Pros: Location, Ambiance...
- Cons: Burned Coffee, Drip out of Dispensers...
It's a nice place yet the coffee is no good
by skywalker00
April 12, 2007
The coffee is the worst I have ever had in my life, it taste like dirt ....please invest the money in the Java guys!
- Pros: ambience
- Cons: Parking
Savor the flavor of Latino culture and coffee in the heart of the Pasadena Playhouse District.
by Contributor
December 18, 2006
In Short
Named after a bohemian enclave in Mexico City, this lively cafe is the centerpiece of the Pasadena Playhouse District. The two-story, vibrantly colored coffeehouse is a hub for local intellectuals, artisans and coffee connoisseurs. The menu features Mexican chocolates and South American coffee beans, as well as house favorites drinks like the Zona Rosa cappuccino and Zocalo Con Plato, a chocolate and banana ice blend. Il Fornaio provides the baked goods like chocolate croissants, muffins and scones.
best coffee
by dogdropping
July 15, 2006
omg this place rocks!!!!!! great atmosphere... very good service...clean!!!! the best coffee ive found in LA!!!!
- Pros: AMBIENCE....SERVICE
- Cons: PARKING
Better than Starbucks by Sara G. at InsiderPages
Contributor
March 17, 2006
Good coffee and friendly service. A great place to study if you don't mind a little background talking/music. It's a nice place to go to avoid the commercialized feel of a Starbucks.
PROS: good coffee, cozy atmosphere, comfy couches
CONS: only take cash
Small but Good Coffee by Bj B. at InsiderPages
Contributor
July 18, 2005
I love the coffee drinks here but tend not to go because I usually can't find parking or seating here. It is tucked away on El Molino near the Pasadena Playhouse in a narrow space. But, when I have gone, I like to go upstairs because they have big, plush couches and reading material available.
Zona Rosa Cappuccino!
by artc
April 15, 2005
This place rocks! Friend of mine told me about Zona Rosa Caffe and the mexican chocolate drinks they have. Let me tell you, the Zona Rosa Cappuccino is the best drink I've had in Los Angeles period! This coffee house is a cool place to hang with friends. The music and art are refreshing, you feel like your not in Los Angeles.
Beats Starbucks any day by CaesarTheDay _. at InsiderPages
Contributor
March 19, 2005
It's a tiny, hole in the wall coffee shop that serves up fantastic coffees and teas with a mexican flavor. It's a perfect hangout if you want a quiet place to study. They have an upstairs room perfect for lounging.
Always busy with regulars - a good place to pick up a flyer on local happenings and culture.
Mexican Hot Chocolate by M A. at InsiderPages
Contributor
March 15, 2005
Small coffee shop with a comfy area upstairs. The Mexican hot chocolate is very good. Great place to hang out for long periods of time.
PROS: Small and comfy
CONS: none
