Welcome to Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

Now Serving Brunch and Dinner in Old Pasadena.

Our menu is meant to be shared. Nostalgia, comfort, and a passion for flavorful food, conversation, and togetherness.

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A sticky toffee pancake next to a latte at Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery in Pasadena
A dinner spread featuring beautifully plated dishes and a glass of sparkling wine at Agnes Resaurant & Cheesery in Pasadena
An artisenal cocktail being artfully poured at the Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery bar
A close-up of a sandwich served at Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery in Pasadena
a selection of cheeses featured in the cheese shop at Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery in Pasadena

Say Cheese!

Our cheesery is Your one stop shop for all things cheese, right here in Pasadena! Located at the entrance of our restaurant, come Browse our selection of cheeses, cured meats, drinks and much more. And while you’re here, stay for a seasonal cocktail or glass of wine at our full bar!

Hosting an event? We’ve got you covered with our made-to-order cheese and meat platters. perfect for any occasion.

Host your next event at Agnes!

We can accommodate groups of up to 20 guests for your next celebration. We also offer full restaurant buyouts for larger events like wedding receptions and corporate events.

Every Thursday Is Burger Night!

COME GET YOUR HANDS ON OUR DOUBLE PATTY MELT! RACLETTE, FRIED KAYLIN KAYLIN HONEY MUSTARD PICKLES, SAUERKRAUT, AND SPECIAL SAUCE ON GRIDDLED CARAWAY-RYE SOURDOUGH.

PAIR IT WITH OUR ROOT BEER FLOAT FEATURING HOUSEMADE BROWN SUGAR FROZEN CUSTARD.

Thomas & Vanessa Tilaka Kalb pose on the patio at Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery in Pasadena

Our Story

Hello! We’re Vanessa and Thomas Tilaka Kalb.

Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery is a modern American restaurant and cheese shop inspired by the timeless tradition of gathering around a table with loved ones to share good food, good drinks, and excellent cheese.

Agnes’s inspirations are influenced by classic American regional cooking with a creative and elevated approach highlighting sustainable, farm-to-table fare. Agnes is the first effort by Chefs Vanessa and Thomas Tilaka Kalb to present Pasadena with a safe and intentional space that highlights talented makers, producers, artists, and hospitality professionals.

Follow us on Instagram at @agnes_pasadena and @agnes_cheesery to stay up to date.

We are honored to receive the OpenTable “Diners’ Choice" Award!

Agnes has been voted amongst the top rated resaurants on the OpenTable platform. We sincerely Thank all of our valued customers who made this accomplishment possible. Cheers!