Nostalgic Cafe – American
Nostalgic Cafe invites guests into a sun-drenched sanctuary where the comforting aroma of golden waffles and toasted bagels lingers in the air. The kitchen elevates morning staples with artisanal flair, layering silky smoked salmon or briny ikura onto chewy bagels and drizzling warm Nutella over thick, pillowy slices of French toast. Every plate, from the savory ham and cheese waffle sandwich to the vibrant avocado toast, offers a soulful dining experience that feels like a cherished memory rediscovered.
27, East Holly Street, Pasadena, CA, 91103 +16269893907 https://www.nostalgic-cafe.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Nostalgic Cafe
Dairy-Free at Nostalgic Cafe
Nostalgic Cafe in Pasadena has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado Toast and Citrus & Roasted Pecans Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Nostalgic Cafe
Nostalgic Cafe in Pasadena has 16 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Banana & Nutella Waffle, Cream Cheese & Tomatoes Bagel and Cream Cheese Bagel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Nostalgic Cafe
Nostalgic Cafe in Pasadena has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado Toast, Citrus & Roasted Pecans Salad and Butterfly Pea Lemonade. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Nostalgic Cafe
Nostalgic Cafe in Pasadena has 13 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Banana & Nutella Waffle, Cream Cheese & Tomatoes Bagel and Cream Cheese Bagel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Nostalgic Cafe
Nostalgic Cafe in Pasadena has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cream Cheese & Tomatoes Bagel, Citrus & Roasted Pecans Salad and Fleur Bee Honey Cafe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Nostalgic Cafe
Nostalgic Cafe in Pasadena has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fleur Bee Honey Cafe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Nostalgic Cafe
Nostalgic Cafe in Pasadena has 10 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Prosciutto Bagel, Cream Cheese & Tomatoes Bagel and Cream Cheese Bagel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at Nostalgic Cafe
Nostalgic Cafe in Pasadena has 1 mediterranean-tagged dish on its current menu, including Citrus & Roasted Pecans Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Nostalgic Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Zesty Bites Sandwich | 68.9 g | 55.4 g |
| Classic Breakfast | 37.8 g | 53.9 g |
| Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad | 27.6 g | 36.2 g |
| Fleur Bee Honey Cafe | 64.3 g | 24.8 g |
| Avocado Toast | 32 g | 23 g |
| Roasted Goma Caesars Salad | 24.6 g | 22.7 g |
| Citrus & Roasted Pecans Salad | 20 g | 18.6 g |
| Wonder Truffle Bagel | 41.1 g | 10.3 g |
| Butterfly Pea Lemonade | 140.4 g | 9.2 g |
| Banana & Nutella Waffle | 58.5 g | 8.5 g |
| Cappuccino | 12 g | 8 g |
| Cold Brew | 14.4 g | 7.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast
- Classic Breakfast - $17.5: Toasted bread, Bacon, Scrambled eggs, Mixed Fruits, Whipped Butter Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast - $15.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $15.5: Toasted sourdough, Avocado mash, Microgreens, Tomato, Red radish Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Ham & Cheese Waffle Sandwich - $16.5 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Banana & Nutella Waffle - $15.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Bagels
- Smoked Salmon Bagel - $16.5: House cream cheese, Capers, Pickled red onions, Cucumber, Tomato, Dill, Lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Ikura Bagel - $17.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Prosciutto Bagel - $15.5: House cream cheese, Tomato, Cucumber, Chives, Balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Cream Cheese & Tomatoes Bagel - $8.5: Whipped cream cheese, Tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Cream Cheese Bagel - $6.5: Whipped cream cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pistachio Bagel - $8.5: Whipped cream cheese, Jam of the day, Toasted Pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Wonder Truffle Bagel - $16.5: Truffle Tomato sauce, Peppery Arugula, Avocado mash, Sunny side up egg, Microgreens, Whipped cream cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- BE&A Breakfast Bagel - $17.5: Avocado Garlic mash, Scrambled eggs, Bacon, Tomatoes, Whipped cream cheese, Microgreens Available at: breakfast, brunch
Salads
- Roasted Goma Caesars Salad - $15.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad - $15.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Citrus & Roasted Pecans Salad - $19.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Hearty Munch Sandwich - $16.5: Toasted Sourdough, Avocado mash, Pickled Red Onion, Sunny side up egg, Bacon, Cheese, Mayo Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Zesty Bites Sandwich - $16.5: Toasted Sourdough, Tomatoes, Cheese slices, Arugula, Chili flakes, Black forest ham, Mayo Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Espresso - $4.5
- Americano - $5
- Cappuccino - $5.5
- Cafe Latte - $5.5
- Drip Coffee - $4.5
- Cold Brew - $5
- Affogato - $6.95: Espresso with ice cream
- Hot Chocolate - $5.5
- Matcha Cafe Latte - $6.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Fleur Bee Honey Cafe - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Lavender Cafe Latte - $6.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Pasadena Rose au Lait - $6.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Matcha Lemonade - $6.95
- Butterfly Pea Lemonade - $6.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Nostalgic Cafe
- Is Nostalgic Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Nostalgic Cafe has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado Toast and Citrus & Roasted Pecans Salad.
- What can I eat at Nostalgic Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Avocado Toast and Citrus & Roasted Pecans Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Nostalgic Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Avocado Toast and Citrus & Roasted Pecans Salad.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Nostalgic Cafe?
- Zesty Bites Sandwich, at roughly 55.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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