Bona Ventura

Pasadena, California Boulevard · Los Angeles

Pie 'n Burger

Local cuisineLocals' pick

A wood-paneled Pasadena counter diner little changed since 1963, with old menu boards and a long counter. The burger comes with iceberg, tomato, raw onion and Thousand Island; finish with a slice of homemade pie such as Dutch apple a la mode.

Address
913 E California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106
Hours
Mon-Sun 08:00-21:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-10)
Best time to go
Afternoon · About 45 min
Price
Cheeseburger and fries $18 (The Infatuation, Mar 2025)
Price level
$$

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Good to know

  • Cash only
  • Critics are split on the burger; the pie and the room are the sure things
  • Expect a wait for a counter stool at peak hours

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