High roller happy hour at the 35er

The king of Wednesday happy hours?

All day tomorrow Old Town Pasadena's 35er is running a special on 2.00 glasses of Miller High Life. That's not just a happy hour special, it's a happy day special.

The 35er is just a few short blocks from the Metro Goldline's Memorial Park station for all you Metro riders in search of a good deal. And there's free popcorn!

The first person in that mentions this post gets a free High Life. Just tell Deb YT sent you.

Music at the Old Town Pub

Bad picture but great music

Enjoying some angry woman music at the Old Town Pub here in Old Town. And I mean angry. Ill try to get the name later.

Anyway, the Old Town Pub is one of the best places to catch the local music scene in Pasadena. It's small, quaint. Personal. And the Pub usually offers a great vibe, even if there isn't any band playing.

Oh, yeah. And the pub is also just a short walk to the Metro Goldline.

Malagueta at happy hour

Almost happy

Stopped by Malagueta's for happy hour, but it wasn't really that great of a happy hour. Its not bad, especially on Monday and Tuesday, when Malagueta offers happy hour all day. Still, there are better deals to be had throughout Pasadena.

So, after a beer, YT and Wong made a quick exit for a few 2.00 beers at Mai Kobe's happy hour. Oh yeah, and before that we stopped by La Grande Orange for the infamous 1.00 first beer with a Metro pass.

Ill probably stop by Malagueta's again in the future, but it will definitely be on a Monday or Tuesday before any other happy hours get started. But I'll be going to that happy hour more for the food, not the drink specials.

Irish pub fun in Pasadena for the U2 concert

YT and Wong at Dullahans

Ever since Wong returned from his trip back home to Ireland, he's been particularly, well, Irish. In fact, he returned back to Pasadena on a mission, to turn Dullahans into more of an Irish pub.

Wong hasn't had much luck yet, but he's still a regular there nonetheless. Why? Friendly service and the best overall happy hour in Pasadena.

Still, as part of Wong's desire to help Dullahans find its Irish religion, Wong is trying to set up a YT and Wong Irish Special at Dullahans in honor of U2's concert in Pasadena.

Even better, Dullahans is just a short walk from the Metro Goldline, the closest Metro rail stop to the Rose Bowl. So, an Irish pub, near the Rose Bowl and on the Goldline? Are you kidding me? What more could you possibly want?

I know. A YT and Wong drink special. Stay tuned on that one, but I guarantee there will be some special in honor of the U2 concert in Pasadena.

Futbol in Pasadena: Dullahans

F Barcelona

YT and Wong went out to catch Barcelona knock of United. Enough said about that.

Nonetheless, there is a nice little crowd here at Dullahans, another great spot off the Metro Goldline in Old Town Pasadena.

Dullahans offers one of Pasadena's best happy hours. When it comes to Happy Hours, this is an Old Town Pasadena, Metro Goldline top spot.

BRIX 42 - Another Old Town Happy Hour

Can it survive?

After YT and Wong finished our MaiKobe sushi and $2.00 beer happy hour, we decided to check out Brix 42.

Unfortunately, this location on Delacey has been the home to many pubs and breweries. None ever seem to last. Like MaiKobe, Brix 42 is a pretty short walk from the Metro, so we thought we'd check it out.

For $3.00, during happy hour, you can try a glass of one Brix's own beers. I tried the Pale Ale, which wasn't bad. Still, I'm not quite sure the glass actually contains a full pint of brew.

More interesting than the beer, however, is the extensive happy hour food menu. If you're in Old Town for happy hour, and you're really hungry, Brix is worth a visit. We didn't eat this trip around, but after having seen some plates of food others around us were eating, I'll definitely be back for a try.

Happy, happy hour at Mai Kobe in Pasadena

Pasadena's Best Happy Hour?

Alright. MaiKobe isn't a really a bar, although this Japanese restaurant does include a small bar. Of course, there is only enough seating for about 7 people, so how happy can you really get?

Nonetheless, if you're a little hungry, then this happy hour is definitely worth a stop if you are in Old Town Pasadena. Even better, if you're a Metro rider, MaiKobe - located on Fair Oaks - is just a short walk from both Goldline stations. So, it's very Metro friendly.

Happy hour prices on sushi and a number of other items are very fair. The sushi was good, but certainly not the best in Pasadena. Still, it was worth the price. The $2.00 bottles of beer, however, are about as good as it gets in Old Town.

There were a few others with YT and Wong when we stopped by MaiKobe and everyone enjoyed their food, especially when the cost was factored into the equation. So, don't be afraid to try the pizza or some of the other interesting items on the menu. 

If you're looking for a cheap beer and a small, healthy bite to eat, check out MaiKobe in Pasadena for Happy Hour.

Happy hour at McCormick & Schmicks

Ok, if you're hungry

Stopped by McCormick & Schmicks for happy hour after the Yardhouse. Cool building, but the specials aren't all that special, especially if you are looking to drink.

However, the half pound cheeseburger and fries for 2.95 is one hell of a deal. So, if you are seeking some cheap happy hour food in Pasadena, then McCormick & Schmicks might work for you.

La Grande Orange rules the Goldline

A great stop for Metro riders

Wong and I heard a rumor about cheap happy hour beer at La Grande Orange, which is located right next to the track on the Goldline's Metro station.

Until further notice stop in with your Metro pass and your first beer or glass of wine is just ONE dollar.

Come in for happy hour which is almost all the time for 3.00 beer. Limited beer selection. Anyway, check out these happy hour times.

Monday - Friday 3 - 7, 9 - 11; Saturday 9 - 11:30, Sunday 5 - 9.

For goldline riders, La Grande Orange is a must stop. Shortest happy hour walk from the train on the Goldline. This is a YT and Wong Best Pick for Goldline travelers.

Thank god for LA's Metro

Not my fault

So, I stopped by Barney's Beanery in Old Town Pasadena to wait for Wong. Well, Wong never showed up, but he did eventually call and check in - no YT and Wong until tomorrow.

Anyway, so Gary - another barfly in Old Town recently - showed up and kept me company. And Keith, the bartender just made it too hard to leave.

I guess I'll have to wait a few more days for my shoes. I need to get home before 420 and do at least a few more hours of work. OK, at least an hour.

Ehhh, hoser. A Belgian Canadian?

Blame Canada?

Holy Jesus. Blame Canada for brewing up a pretty incredible Belgian.

The Trois Pistoles is a serious Belgian Ale. Its strong, but you don't taste it. Instead, its a very complex, spiced and fruity ale that is perfectly balanced, as any great Belgian should be.

I recommend the excellent Yardhouse happy hour for this fantastic Belgian alone.

Damn. YT needs to go to Canada!

Cinco de Mayo starts today

Don't just wait for Tuesday

Old Town Pasadena's 35er is starting their Cinco de Mayo festivities today.

Cerveza anyone?

YT and Wong getting Irish

Irish pubs in Pasadena

So YT and Wong are on the streets today in Pasadena looking for an Irish pub to go to before the U2 concert in October.

So far were leaning towards Dullahans.

Quick lunch at the Yardhouse

Pizza and salad

Having a little lunch combo at the Yardhouse. Pizza and salad. Not bad for less than 9 bucks. Sure its not as cheap as Sbarro but its better. And they great beer on tap.

And great service. That might not mean much to you, but it means a lot to me.

Still,im really out because its 4/20 and I WEAR WEED, and I wanna see if my t-shirt leads to any 4/20 conversations. Unfortunately, I won't be out when most heads finally get out of bed.

Wake and bake fellas! Wake and bake. Then go buy some hemp clothing at IWEARWEED.COM.

The view from Fortune

Tea and eggrolls in Pasadena

Stopped at Fortune Chinese Cuisine - cheap, good old fashioned American style Chinese food.

What more can I say, except check out the view.? Great Pasadena people-watching spot.

Well, outside of the 35er - where ill be shortly for some elite 8 action.

Go all non Big East teams! No offense.

Back at the Yardhouse

But only for 1

Thought id have a quick one at the Yardhouse before heading to Belgian Fest.

Yes, I was here last night for dinner, and it was the best meal I've had there in several trips. Pizza, calamari, and the spicy tuna roll - all shared.

Im getting fat, but not that fat.

Crowded at the Yardhouse

Its a recession?

Its Wednesday. Nothing major going on. Yet the Yardhouse is packed. That's gotta be a good sign for the economy.

Its a work fest at Luckys

Happy days

This morning I hated where I live. I was ready to move anywhere, even Alaska, after all the police activity, amongst other things. I need a change of venue.

However, as I sit on the patio outside of Lucky Baldwins, working away on my notebook, sipping a a Maredsous 10, I'm feeling renewed.

Of course, the real trick is sustained productivity. We'll have to wait and see how that goes today.

Gotta work on a new Yt design. Maybe YT can dance.

Designs - YT at the 35er and more

Home away from home

Added a few new sketches to the YTsWorld t-shirt designs.

What do you think?

I think it still needs some more details - a lot more details.

Have any design ideas, upload them now.

New lunch menu at Yardhouse

Soup and pizza

Stopped by the YardHouse for lunch. They have a cool new lunch menu. Sandwiches and pizza with soup or salad. Definitely more recession-friendly.

Still, I'm feeling fat today. Must be all the Belgians!

Can you have a bumpy Y? because I need to put a beer belly on YT.

I guess if I'm going to carb-load like this I'm going to have to start working out. Damn! I guess Rosie isn't enough.

Patio productivity at Luckys

All by myself

Sitting in the outdoor patio of Lucky Baldwins. Laptop is on and I'm working on some YT sketches, but I'm having a hard time finding an influence.

Anyway, I am enjoying the Leffe Bruine that I'm consuming - and all you beer snobs thought I only drank Miller Lite.

Man, do I want some fish and chips, but beer and fish and chips? That's too much for my workout.

That's the sketch I'm going to do right now. YTs workout.

Later.

Damn. Grimbergen double

Fricken yum

I am at least containing myself. I'm only on my second beer, but its a fricken beauty.

Grimbergen double.

If you love beer and you live in Northeast LA, you owe it to yourself to check out Belgian Fest at Lucky Baldwins. And, if you love football/soccer, and you haven't hit Belgian Fest yet, then you're a poser.

Poser!

Hijacked at Belgian Fest

Can I keep myself out of trouble?

I got up early this morning, about 4:20, after working late last night. In fact, all I did was work yesterday.

By 11:00 I was hungry and ready to throw the computer out the window. So I decided to get out for lunch and remembered that it was Belgian Fest at Lucky Baldwins.

I'm into my first beer, the Urthel Hop IT, after almost puking up the Mariage Parfait Boon, a hand-pumped beer. But with a frisky crowd watching the Manchester United Fulham game, you never know. This is just too entertaining.

YT and Wong at Dullahans

First gathering since DooDah

YT and Wong hooked up for Happy Hour at Dullahans in Pasadena.

Dullahans is an interesting place. Great TVs. Great place to watch sports. Tried the sliders. Pretty good. Id like to try other things on the menu as well.

Absolutely fantastic customer service and a pretty cute waitstaff for the male pigs out there.

Anyway, both Wong and I agree. This place is worth another visit.

Ran into Clayton on the way out, and we were treated to homemade brownies - a perfect way to finish the evening.

Thursday at the 35er

A fool yet again

Yes, I'm at the 35er again. So what, that's the way Yt rolls. Still, believe it or not, I've actually been working.

Did a bunch of YT sketches. I'll upload them soon.

Lunch at Crocodiles

My old spot

Back when I used to work on Lake and Green, I used come to the Crocodile Café regularly. Several years ago it was one of the few bars you could find Stella on tap - long before Paseo and the YardHouse.

So, I'm back for lunch today.

I like almost everything on the menu. Some extreme favorite: I like the taquitos for an appetizer, and the onion rings. The Ahi and shrimp salad. The ahi sandwhich, the cheeseburger and the flank steak.

The Crocodile also uses top quality ingredients , and the customer service is usually quite good. In fact, on this trip the service was really good - which doesn't surprise me.

Back in Pasadena

Dead tired

Hurting. Las Vegas has taken its toll upon me. Yet, here I am, back in Pasadena having a drink at the YardHouse.

Doohdah last weekend. Vega this weekend.

Im too old. I just can't hang any more, but I'll keep giving it a try.

Working at the 35er

But im not getting much done

So I'm driving to Vegas tomorrow morning. I don't really need to be there until 8:30 PM, but I hate driving to Vegas when there is traffic.

Thus, I'll be heading out by 10. That combined with my uselessness this week has me at the 35er trying to work, trying to change my mood.

Unfortunately, I've been here about an hour, but I've only done about 10 minutes of work. And I think Im going to do some work when I get to Vegas!!!

If you are in Vegas, I'll be at Treasure Island and MGM most of the time. Look for me in a YTsWorld or IWEARWEED t-shirt. Also, if you have some great photos or memories of your favorite Las Vegas experiences, show us or tell us about them. 

Rate your favorite Las Vegas experiences.

After Doo Dah blahs

Breakfast

I've spent about 10 minutes actually working today. Not off to a good start. Still, had a great time at DooDah and the 35er.

Also, didn't take many photos of Doo Dah, but I did shoot a bunch of video. We'll see how that turns out.

Did, however, get some cool photos of art. More on that later.

YT and Wong at Doo Dah

I don't care

Me and Wong are kicking it at some party in Old Town, above the Doo Dah Parade. We're the ones throwing all the beads.

OK, me and Wong aren't throwing any beads. We're just consuming all the beverages. Good stuff, Eddy!

I started at 8:30 this morning, and things have gotten out of control. Don't expect much more from YTsWorld today.

Doo dah pregame at Luckys

At Luckys getting ready for Parade

I'm here at Luckys getting lubed up. Speaking of Lucky Baldwins, Belgian Fest starts Feb 14.

I know I'll be there at least once (per day).

Ready for DooDah Parade

Last meal before DooDah

Getting ready for DooDah, one of Pasadena's most interesting events. Tomorrow ill be on a liquid-only diet starting about 8:30 AM at Lucky Baldwins. Ill be wearing an IWEARWEED shirt.

Ill be reporting live all day. Unfortunately, I'll be dependent upon my mobile phone, and its crappy camera, for posting (although video will eventually be available).

If you see me, say "I wanna wear weed", and it could be worth a free IWEARWEED t-shirt.

Friday afternoon at the 35er

Bad boy today

So, I made it to the 35er today. Stayed longer than I wanted to. I always do.

Anyway I was talking to Deb, a bartender at the 35er. Deb has this really cool art. You can check her out at lalunasol.com.

Anyway, she has interesting skull art. Shes into dia los muertos kind of stuff. Frida. And she wants to put it on urns.

I think its a fantastic idea. Day of the dead influenced art on urns?

Is it just me, or is that just perfect?

What better medium? Tombstones?

Anyway, check her art out and check out the 35er if you are ever in old town, pasadena.

Also, have some cool art? Show us.