Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 4594 reviews

What User likes about The Blind Donkey:
This is the spot, enough said. Always stop here for a drink when about in Pasadena, dark without the dank, some outside seating now post covid, and a great old fashioned. Lots of choice of whiskey and cool staff. View all feedback. What Griffin Collins doesn't like about The Blind Donkey:
Just to be clear, the bartender who thinks an Oregon ID is fake is crazy rude. I’m not from California and I’m not sure what kind of service this is. She almost didn’t give me my ID back. Also, pretty sure the 20 something bartender is our age. View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.6 ★ from 50 reviews
Diana
05.10.2024 - 08:19

Quick and attentive service. We like the very chill atmosphere but it does get busy in the evenings especially more so if there's an event going on like trivia...

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Sean
05.10.2024 - 08:19

Good vibes, open space, clear instructions. Just wish the bar was a little longer. Would recommend.

Josh
05.10.2024 - 08:19

Rachel is one of the best bartenders I've had in a long time. Great service and ability to listen/understand whiskey preferences that turn into great recommenda...

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Nathan
05.10.2024 - 08:19

Cool old building decor. Cocktails were on point, and bartender was kind and professional. Was here at opening so not sure if different during busier hours.

Steph
05.10.2024 - 08:19

Love the cocktails and the vibe of this bar both for an afternoon pre dinner drink or for a night cap

Menulist
5.0 ★ from 20 reviews

Excellent whisky bar with great whisky choices. And great ambience.

Bartender plus owner passionate, but not arrogant about their trade. Experts of craftsmen who are more than willing to give helpful recommendations or advice.

Great food! Order is very unique (order of food at the bar), but I loved it and great place for new comets in the state!

The spiced pear martini is so good. A decent choice of fleets. I didn't get a drink I didn't like.

This is the spot, enough said. Always stop here for a drink when about in Pasadena, dark without the dank, some outside seating now post covid, and a great old...

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Int Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 1314 reviews
Mario
17.08.2023 - 08:40

Great drink selection when it comes to Bourbon. Nice atmosphere and the feeling of a 'Dive Bar ' with a metro vibe

Michael
17.08.2023 - 08:40

Nice intimate watering hole. Not alot of choices for craft beer, but lots of choices for bourbon, scotch and whiskey.

Ty
17.08.2023 - 08:40

Great vibe, good bartender that made quality drinks. Was hoping for a good happy hour hence the no 5 star rating. Was visiting the area, so maybe it's common to...

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Christina
17.08.2023 - 08:40

All of the mixed drinks are tasty. My liver doesn't need this. My tastebuds do! Great selection of whiskies and a handful of tasty snack options.

Juan
17.08.2023 - 08:40

I came here for my second time because of their Nick of Thyme drink. I was so impressed last time. It did not disappoint! It has honey thyme, ginger beer, and l...

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Yelp
3.9 ★ from 674 reviews
Brian
13.03.2024 - 07:16

4 a very nice Pasadena wateringhole with a great selection and great people. Nice vibe for hanging out as well. It could get really busy at times....

Lynn
13.03.2024 - 07:16

If you travel to a town where you don't know anyone and you want to feel like a regular, find a place like The Blind Donkey! We were treated like we...

Victor
13.03.2024 - 07:16

Just came here to post an updated January 2024 happy hour menu picture. Cool vibe with nice staff and good drinks.

Sirved
4.0 ★ from 2 reviews
Mario
18.12.2023 - 05:25

Great drink selection when it comes to Bourbon. Nice atmosphere and the feeling of a Dive Bar ???? with a metro vibe ????

Mario
18.12.2023 - 05:25

Good beers, delicious cocktails and solid food. Their fries shine as they are well done crispy outside and soft and fluffy inside. Breakfast burrito was tasty....

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Google
4.5 ★ from 848 reviews
Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 19 reviews
Restaurantji
4.1 ★ from 231 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.3 ★ from 811 reviews

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