Since we wrote about Pasadena’s First Happy Hour Week, I’ve got happy hour on the brain. 😉

One of the places I have enjoyed an after work Happy Hour is Mijares Mexican Restaurant.

Day 284 of 365 Things to do in Pasadena sends us to visit this cozy little Mexican restaurant which has been in Pasadena for many years, and has been family owned and operated now for 3 generations.

Mijares History:

More than eighty years ago, Jesucita Mijares fled the revolution in Mexico searching for a new life for her family. After settling in Pasadena, she opened a small tortilla factory. It quickly became known for its tiny restaurant featuring Jesucita’s original recipes, tortillas, tamales and sauces made with her metate stone grinder carried from Mexico.

Today, Mijares Mexican Restaurant is Pasadena’s oldest and finest Mexican restaurant known for its authentic regional and traditional cuisine, famous margaritas, and festive patio dining.  And, Mijares remains a family tradition under the care of the Mijares family. This legacy is a tribute to Jesucita Mijares, who passed away in early 1988. Always the gracious hostess, Jesucita’s motto remains “Mi casa es su casa.”

Luckily for me, Mijares is just up the street from the Pasadena Views Office, and can take a little walk over for lunch anytime. 😉

Happy Hour is hosted in the Bar area only, Monday – Thursday from 4 – 7 pm

Mijares Cantina Menu

Drink Specials Include:

House Margarita ……. $5.00

Tecate ………………….. $3.50

New Castle Draft(glass) $3.50

Pitcher Draft ……………. $ 10.00

Non-Alcoholic Beverages with refill $4.00

Appetizers:

Guacamole Estilo Mijares …….. Small $7.95, Large $8.95

Chimichanguitas …………………………. $ 8.95

Jesucita Appetizer Platter …………….. $10.95 (serves 2)

Mexican Pizza …………………………….. $8.25

Shrimp Cocktail …………………………..  $ 9.95

Nachos Especiales ………………………. Small $7.50, Large $9.75

Taquitos Con Guacamole ……………… $7.75

Quesadillas ………………………………… $5.75 – $7.75 depending on filling

I don’t know about you, but now I’m in the mood for Mexican food!

So, if  you want to start Happy Hour Week a little early let us know some of the spots you visit!

Who do you think has the best happy hour in Pasadena?

2 Locations:

Mijares
145 Palmetto Dr.
Pasadena, 91105
(626) 792-2763

Mijares
1806 E. Washington Blvd.
Pasadena, 91104
(626) 794-6674

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