Five Lake Avenue Businesses in Walking Distance of Each Other

In honor of Altadena’s Fancy Food Truck Fridays this coming Friday night, March 11, from 5 to 9 pm in the Webster’s Parking Lot, I decided to stroll down Lake Avenue and feature five businesses along it and perhaps introduce you, or re-introduce you to them.  There’s something to be found for everyone young and old, three eateries, a beverage and fine spirits store and a pharmacy and gift store.  I hope the deals featured will encourage you to stop by and check them out! 

1) – one of Altadena’s only bistro type restaurants, Amy’s features a wonderful selection of breakfasts and lunches featuring fabulous egg dishes and wonderful sandwiches.  All the food served is made fresh and on the premises daily, including the fantastic zucchini bread served complimentary with each meal, in a lovely garden patio setting.

900 E. Altadena Drive, Altadena (corner of Lake and Altadena)

T: 626-798-4737

Hours:  Tuesday – Friday 8 am to 2 pm, Sat. & Sun. 8 am to 3 pm, closed on Mondays

DEAL:  Large bowl of soup $5.00 (it’s a meal in a bowl).  Kids meals $4.50 each

 2) – features delicious homemade sandwiches, soups, and salads.  Check out their Historic Altadena Specialty Sandwiches like the “Echo Mountain” (egg salad with ham on rye) or my favorite the John Randall (roasted turkey breast, mayo, lettuce and cranberry on an onion roll).  They have delicious sides, chips and desserts and do party trays.  There are daily specials.  You can dine in or call in your order for takeout.

2470 N. Lake Ave., Altadena    T:  626-797-2740

Hours:  10 am to 3 pm, Monday – Saturday, closed on Sundays

DEAL:  Daily specials, coupon available for $1.00 off any lunch, and coupon available for a free coffee.

3) – is a longstanding business featuring beer, wine, liquor for the parents, beverages, snacks and candy for the under 21 set.  They have a very nice wine cellar with specialty wines stored and featured. 

2450 N. Lake Ave., Altadena    T:  626-797-1163, extension 133

Hours:  Monday – Saturday 8:30 am to 7:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

DEAL:  Heineken and Newcastle 12 packs for $12.99, Rosenblum Cellars – “Desiree” Chocolate Dessert Wine -- $17.99 

4)  -- has serviced the local community since 1923. The pharmacy offers complete prescription service and over-the-counter products at competitive prices.  Webster's changed ownership in December of 2010 and is now owned by Michael and Meredith Miller.  They are the same family that ran the Fair Oaks Pharmacy and Soda Foundation in South Pasadena.  They also have a wonderful selection of gifts and lovely costume jewelry as well as still featuring a satellite office of the US Postal Service and a payment location for The Gas Company and Edison.                                                          

2450 N. Lake Ave., Altadena    T:  797-1163                                               

Hours:  Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 7:00 pm, Saturday 8:30 to 5:00 pm    

DEAL:  All Sunglasses 50 % OFF, This weekend, all costume jewelry 20% off.

5) -- The Fox's Restaurant in Altadena opened in 1955. This family owned and operated local landmark serves breakfast and lunch in a home-style atmosphere. The menu is comprehensive and features wonderful coffee drinks, great breakfast and tasty sandwiches.  Small and cozy, this place has a nostalgic, small town feel and is definitely kid friendly.                      

2352 Lake Ave., Altadena   

 T:  626—797-9430                                           

Hours:  Tuesday – Sunday 7:00 am to 2:00 pm, Closed Mondays.               

DEAL:   Their famous Mini Muffins…….warm right out of the oven!