Wonderfully indulgent food. Atmosphere isnt as cozy as we had hoped (back patio was closed) but the staff was so kind and thoughtful on our anniversary (giving us a free champagne toast) and the food was so yummy. We weren't drinking beyond the champagne but the meal was 10/10 for cheese lovers.
Dave de Heer
Come for the cheese, stay for that and everything else.
Agnes has a fresh, creative take on a terrific array of small plates and shareable entrees without taking novelty to excess. I loved the grilled skirt steak garnished with a strands of sauerkraut (which is something I never thought I'd love).
Excellent service and a really nice selection of wines rounds out a truly special dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul Skalsky
Sunday brunch was relaxing and upscale, cheese board and champagne to start the day. The cheese selection was prepped to go with our champagne, a perfect start. The brunch menu had me excited for the Grits Carbonara, and it did not disappoint. It was making sure to watch the ratios, I didn't want my last bite to not have some pork belly, but hidden under the poached egg was plenty more pork belly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Big Ike
Couldn't see the restaurant because a sysco truck was in the way and so was the owners pick up truck blocking the liftgate of the sysco truck....wow
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
L
Very hard to get a hold of someone on the phone!!
Service: 2
Bri Labbate
From the beautiful patio space and thoughtful color schemes, to the friendly wait staff, I thoroughly enjoyed my evening out at Agnes. The s'mores taco was chef's kiss! What a lovely place for a quaint dinner with a friend in Old Pasadena. Thanks!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
VINCENT LANDEROS
Great cheese. Bad service. Four employees talking. No service. I left after ten minutes of waiting. There was no one in line. Just me!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Uberrimaefidei
I’ve had their “Tommy Salame” before. It was adequately sized and normally priced for the quality you’re getting. This time I got the “Chicken Parm Sando.” I would say it was truly overpriced for the quantity you are getting. $21 for a small 6 inch sub makes no sense even if all the ingredients maybe organic or better quality. I would have priced that at $16 maximum because I know their overhead costs may be on the higher end. I just was expecting a bigger and more filling sandwich for that hefty price tag. Overall, it tasted great and homemade which I appreciate. However, it was a bit too acidic per my preference leaving me with some heartburn. I also got the $4 “Rye Brownie.” It had a more dark chocolate flavor and the texture was more wet like fudge rather than pillowy softness. I also experienced some heartburn from that. I wanted to purchase a tiny box of a single serving chocolate covered honeycomb but it was priced at $20. I mean online the “Honeymoon” brand sells it $12.50 each. I just found everything on their shelves from chocolates to jams priced double or triple what you would pay for elsewhere all to appease their rent and salaries. I really like their dedication to quality and freshness. And it’s truly an aesthetically pleasing atmosphere. They just need to work on adequately pricing their food and products according to the market.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Benjamin Franke (Solstice Son)
I’ve never met Agnes… but she’s got style. This place is such an interesting blend of modern ambiance and interior design. Natural light, brick walls, a crackling fire. And amazing cheese and wine of course. My friend and I were the only two in there and I bet it’s quite the spot in the evening. I’ll be coming back.
Great Food and Beverages, best in Pasadena! Will definitely come back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ken Johnson
Went to Agnes last night with a group of 7. We nearly ordered everything on the menu, including the Fried Cheese Curds, Anderson Ranches Lamb, and the delightful Savory Pancake. The Banana Pudding was a perfect end to our feast. We also enjoyed their spot-on cocktails like the Old Fashioned Agnes and Matcha Limeade, plus a great wine selection and a Sommelier's Choice Digestif Flight. The vibe was cozy, chic, and lively, making it easy to chat despite the buzz. The staff was super friendly and handled our massive order like pros.
We ended up spending around $850, which included a large party service charge, but it felt completely fair for the sheer amount of high-quality food and the fantastic experience. Agnes is absolutely a must-recommend, especially if you're with a group and want to share a ton of delicious dishes. Can't wait to go back and try the few things we missed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Isabella Fernandez
Super cute spot, feels like you’re in a home bistro. Got the half and half board, very yummy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
HEIDY HER
Rarely write a BAD review, but what I witnessed was beyond unacceptable. An employee was repeatedly picking at food meant for customers, wiping his hands on his pants, touching his beard, and using his phone—all while handling prepared items. He stood in the kitchen without gloves, an apron, or any visible concern for hygiene. There was zero regard for food safety or the fact that people were watching. We actually returned to give them another chance, only to be let down again. When we brought it to the manager's attention, she casually brushed it off and defended the behavior as “quality control.” It felt less like a concern for standards and more like a blatant disregard for customers' health. To top it off, we were mistakenly charged for a second glass of wine we didn’t order. If this is the level of cleanliness and attention they condone, it’s not just disappointing—it’s dangerous. I refuse to support a place so careless with public health and customer service.
Wonderfully indulgent food. Atmosphere isnt as cozy as we had hoped (back patio was closed) but the staff was so kind and thoughtful on our anniversary (giving us a free champagne toast) and the food was so yummy. We weren't drinking beyond the champagne but the meal was 10/10 for cheese lovers.
Come for the cheese, stay for that and everything else.
Agnes has a fresh, creative take on a terrific array of small plates and shareable entrees without taking novelty to excess. I loved the grilled skirt steak garnished with a strands of sauerkraut (which is something I never thought I'd love).
Excellent service and a really nice selection of wines rounds out a truly special dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sunday brunch was relaxing and upscale, cheese board and champagne to start the day. The cheese selection was prepped to go with our champagne, a perfect start. The brunch menu had me excited for the Grits Carbonara, and it did not disappoint. It was making sure to watch the ratios, I didn't want my last bite to not have some pork belly, but hidden under the poached egg was plenty more pork belly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Couldn't see the restaurant because a sysco truck was in the way and so was the owners pick up truck blocking the liftgate of the sysco truck....wow
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Very hard to get a hold of someone on the phone!!
Service: 2
From the beautiful patio space and thoughtful color schemes, to the friendly wait staff, I thoroughly enjoyed my evening out at Agnes. The s'mores taco was chef's kiss! What a lovely place for a quaint dinner with a friend in Old Pasadena. Thanks!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great cheese. Bad service. Four employees talking. No service. I left after ten minutes of waiting. There was no one in line. Just me!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
I’ve had their “Tommy Salame” before. It was adequately sized and normally priced for the quality you’re getting. This time I got the “Chicken Parm Sando.” I would say it was truly overpriced for the quantity you are getting. $21 for a small 6 inch sub makes no sense even if all the ingredients maybe organic or better quality. I would have priced that at $16 maximum because I know their overhead costs may be on the higher end. I just was expecting a bigger and more filling sandwich for that hefty price tag. Overall, it tasted great and homemade which I appreciate. However, it was a bit too acidic per my preference leaving me with some heartburn. I also got the $4 “Rye Brownie.” It had a more dark chocolate flavor and the texture was more wet like fudge rather than pillowy softness. I also experienced some heartburn from that. I wanted to purchase a tiny box of a single serving chocolate covered honeycomb but it was priced at $20. I mean online the “Honeymoon” brand sells it $12.50 each. I just found everything on their shelves from chocolates to jams priced double or triple what you would pay for elsewhere all to appease their rent and salaries. I really like their dedication to quality and freshness. And it’s truly an aesthetically pleasing atmosphere. They just need to work on adequately pricing their food and products according to the market.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
I’ve never met Agnes… but she’s got style. This place is such an interesting blend of modern ambiance and interior design. Natural light, brick walls, a crackling fire. And amazing cheese and wine of course. My friend and I were the only two in there and I bet it’s quite the spot in the evening. I’ll be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious Saturday brunch!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great Food and Beverages, best in Pasadena! Will definitely come back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went to Agnes last night with a group of 7. We nearly ordered everything on the menu, including the Fried Cheese Curds, Anderson Ranches Lamb, and the delightful Savory Pancake. The Banana Pudding was a perfect end to our feast. We also enjoyed their spot-on cocktails like the Old Fashioned Agnes and Matcha Limeade, plus a great wine selection and a Sommelier's Choice Digestif Flight. The vibe was cozy, chic, and lively, making it easy to chat despite the buzz. The staff was super friendly and handled our massive order like pros.
We ended up spending around $850, which included a large party service charge, but it felt completely fair for the sheer amount of high-quality food and the fantastic experience. Agnes is absolutely a must-recommend, especially if you're with a group and want to share a ton of delicious dishes. Can't wait to go back and try the few things we missed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super cute spot, feels like you’re in a home bistro. Got the half and half board, very yummy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rarely write a BAD review, but what I witnessed was beyond unacceptable. An employee was repeatedly picking at food meant for customers, wiping his hands on his pants, touching his beard, and using his phone—all while handling prepared items. He stood in the kitchen without gloves, an apron, or any visible concern for hygiene. There was zero regard for food safety or the fact that people were watching. We actually returned to give them another chance, only to be let down again. When we brought it to the manager's attention, she casually brushed it off and defended the behavior as “quality control.” It felt less like a concern for standards and more like a blatant disregard for customers' health. To top it off, we were mistakenly charged for a second glass of wine we didn’t order. If this is the level of cleanliness and attention they condone, it’s not just disappointing—it’s dangerous. I refuse to support a place so careless with public health and customer service.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
there no cheeses available when I went
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