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Wanderlust Creamery
$$ · Ice Cream

59 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Wanderlust Creamery 8.7
Vibes: Instagram Worthy Wonders Sweet Treats Escapes Trendy Table Hotspots Girls Night Out Approved
Travel-inspired artisanal creamery serving globally influenced flavors since 2015, founded by Adrienne Borlongan. Signature offerings include Japanese Neapolitan combining matcha, hojicha and black sesame, plus Filipino ube malted crunch and Thai sticky rice mango.
Must-Try Dishes: Japanese Neapolitan, Ube Malted Crunch, Sticky Rice & Mango
Scores:
Value: 8 Service: 8.5 Consistency: 8.9 Food Quality: 9.3 Atmosphere: 8.2 Cultural Relevance: 9
What makes it special: World flavors in every scoop with rotating seasonal menu
Who should go: Adventurous eaters seeking globally-inspired artisanal ice cream
When to visit: Late evening for smaller crowds, weekends for energy
What to order: Japanese Neapolitan, ube malted crunch, pandan tres leches
Insider tip: Try the purple ube waffle cone made fresh in-house
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Colorado Blvd and side streets, easier after 8pm. Paid lots nearby $2-4/hour. Walk from Old Pasadena shops.
Dress code: Casual - come as you are. Athleisure, jeans, shorts all common.
Noise level: Lively but conversational - upbeat music, can easily chat while ordering
Weekend wait: 15-25 min line typical 7-9pm, moves steadily
Weekday lunch: 5-10 min wait, quick turnover at counter
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - all ice cream bases are vegetarian, 15+ flavors always available
Vegan options: Yes - 3-4 coconut milk-based flavors like ube coconut and Thai tea sorbet
Gluten-free options: Yes - most ice creams GF, ask about mix-ins. Regular and GF cones available.
Best For
Better for: Unique globally-inspired flavors you won't find at traditional creameries, Instagram-worthy presentation, trying something genuinely different while still delicious. Better date/hangout spot than standard Baskin Robbins.
Consider Alternatives If: You want classic American flavors only, need spacious indoor seating, prefer soft-serve, or want a full dessert menu beyond ice cream. For traditional premium: go Salt & Straw. For upscale environment: try Jeni's.