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Copa Vida

About Copa Vida

Copa Vida brings together the comfort of a neighborhood café and the polish of a modern coffee house in Pasadena, CA. Located at 70 S Raymond Ave, this spacious, stylish spot is built for people who want more than a quick caffeine stop.

Whether you’re meeting a friend, settling in with a laptop, or taking a break for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, Copa Vida offers a welcoming atmosphere centered on expertly brewed coffee, a strong tea selection, and a well-rounded café menu that makes every visit feel worthwhile.

With a 4.50-star rating from 1,232 reviews, it has clearly earned a reputation for consistency, quality, and an experience customers trust.

What sets Copa Vida apart is the way it balances quality and convenience. Guests can choose from outdoor seating, dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, no-contact delivery, and on-site services, making it easy to enjoy their favorites however it fits their day.

The menu offers coffee, healthy options, organic dishes, prepared foods, quick bites, vegan options, and vegetarian options, so there is something appealing for a wide range of tastes and lifestyles.

Known for great coffee and great tea, Copa Vida also stands out as a comfortable place for solo dining and working on a laptop, with Wi‑Fi and free Wi‑Fi available to support productive afternoons or relaxed café visits.

Table service, desserts, and a strong breakfast and lunch lineup further add to its appeal, creating a complete café experience from morning through midday.

Accessibility and guest comfort are also clearly a priority at Copa Vida. The business offers a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, helping ensure that more guests can enjoy the space with ease and confidence. The setting is casual, cozy, and trendy, making it a natural choice for both everyday visits and casual meetups.

While there is usually a wait, reservations are accepted, allowing guests to plan ahead when needed. With credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted, paying is simple and convenient.

For anyone looking for a dependable Pasadena coffee shop that combines atmosphere, accessibility, and a thoughtfully prepared menu, Copa Vida delivers a warm and polished experience that keeps customers coming back.

★★★★★ 4.50 rating (1232 reviews)
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More Than Just Coffee

Every cup we serve is a small moment of joy, carefully crafted by passionate baristas who care about your experience.

  • Free WiFi
  • Cozy Seating
  • Pet Friendly
  • Local Roasters

Reviews

From our beloved regulars

Christobel Gomez-Garcia

Christobel Gomez-Garcia

4 years ago

This was a great breakfast spot to hit up early morning before heading out into the city. I was staying at a hotel nearby for a wedding and wanted to try this place out after looking up reviews. The restaurant is spacious and well organized with cute merchandise, coffee and teas for sale near the register. I picked up a couple of the glass Copa Vida cups for my iced coffee at home. I ordered the Chilaquiles for breakfast with an iced coffee. It’s was so good and not just because I was starving. It was actually really great food. Just the right amount of spices, delicious verde sauce and queso. I ate my portion and the rest of my partners order! When I come back home to Cali, I will be stopping by here for more coffee and yummy breakfast.

Neena Cornwell

Neena Cornwell

2 months ago

um that breakfast bacon burrito was slap. everything tasted very fresh from the avocados that i added, to the arugula, even the eggs. it didn't taste old. the tortilla was crispy yet soft and it came with a dipping sauce that was bomb. literally just stumbled across this cafe and i WILL BE BACK.

Ethan Yee

Ethan Yee

4 years ago

The food was exceptional! Stumbled into to this place while driving through the downtown Pasadena. We saw a line that went out the door and couldn’t resist. - The french toast was a classic; fluffy yet crunchy on the sides, sweet yet not overwhelming, and it had such a beautiful presentation. - The bacon burrito was scrumptious; a hearty and flavorful delicacy. The arugula and the hash browns were a great pairing. - The Croque Madame was incredible; everything fit so perfectly. The tomato soup was probably the best soup I’ve ever had for a side dish.

Innovative Constructions

Innovative Constructions

2 years ago

This coffee shop was wonderful. Coffee and tea that we got was great and the environment was good as well. I would definitely stop by here again if I needed work done on my laptop or if I wanted some good coffee and tea and some pastries. The coffee shop is pretty large so there’s lots of room for everybody. Would definitely recommend Copa Vita.

funning

funning

2 years ago

I ordered a latte with almond milk. The flavor was great and the temperature was just right. Overall and excellent coffee to start off the day. Make sure to say “to go” or the default is in a glass cup and saucer. I’d definitely come back to try their other menu items. The interior is large with numerous areas to sit and bring a laptop.

Wesley C Erickson

Wesley C Erickson

2 years ago

Really nice shop and experience! Came here with a few friends on a weekday morning and it was a little busy, but our food and coffee still came out within 10 minutes. I ordered the veggie burrito and enjoyed it so much!! The oat milk latte hot was also tasty. I would come back.

Nikki A

Nikki A

year ago

We pass by this place whenever we go to Pasadena . I don’t know why we’ve never tried it . Well we finally decided to stop by for coffee one day in the late afternoon . It’s a cute spot right on the corner of old town Pasadena . Great service . Plenty of room inside . We ordered a hot honey latte. It was subtle not too sweet and just made very nicely . We’ll have to come back and try their food . We were checking out some of the plates and it looked delicious 🤤 . We will come back for sure !

Shawn Sheng

Shawn Sheng

year ago

This place is the top coffee shop in old town Pasadena. They have a large selection of coffee and tea, as well as some nice food options for breakfast or lunch. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. The interior is very large with tons of seating. Overall great place to grab a coffee or bite to eat and just chill.

Keith Rushing

Keith Rushing

6 months ago

I had a drip coffee here that was really good! I added creme to it. My friend the Turkey Brekkie and really enjoyed it. They were quick with service, especially since it was New Year's Day and the Rose Bowl Parade had just concluded.

Bel

Bel

5 months ago

I really enjoyed Copa Vida. It’s a bright and engaging space. Plenty of seating available. The menu has enough to choose from, including an array of tea options which looked tempting. There is free hot sauce/ ketchup / condiments available to grab for your food! I had the iced Americano and drank it all. Very balanced. I paired it with their French toast which seems to be made with sourdough and I was pleasantly surprised. I’ll never want French toast made with any other bread again! I had the bite of my sisters breakfast burrito and it was delicious. She really enjoyed the greens in it. AMAZING portion sizes as well. Pictured is also the Feta Egg Bar which is a great addition to your morning coffee. Everyone was very welcoming as well.

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Healthy options
  • Organic dishes
  • Prepared foods
  • Quick bite
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • University students

Planning

  • Usually a wait
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking garage
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

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We'd love to see you! Stop by for your favorite drink or to try something new.

Location

70 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105, United States

Hours

Open Now · Saturday 7:30 AM-6 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM-6 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM-6 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM-6 PM
Friday 7:30 AM-6 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM-6 PM
Sunday 7:30 AM-6 PM
Monday 7:30 AM-6 PM
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