Guide to Monrovia

Monrovia – a city located in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County, California, United States. Monrovia is the fourth oldest general law city in Los Angeles County and the L.A. Basin (after Los Angeles, Santa Monica, and Pasadena). Incorporated in 1887.

Today, Old Town Monrovia is a favorite with both locals and visitors with authentic older buildings with farmer’s markets, street festivals and many local attractions. Just up to the north of Old Town is the Monrovia Canyon Park – a great place to easy taste the delights of the San Gabriel Mountains and take in the Canyon Falls after a short hike.

Old Town Monrovia/Myrtle Avenue

Myrtle Avenue is one of Monrovia’s principal streets – between Huntington and Foothill is located ‘Old Town Monrovia’ this section of Myrtle is home to Monrovia’s boutique shops, cafes, restaurants and other businesses. It’s a great place to experience local independent businesses in the unique and charming setting of Old Town, and get away from those anonymous chains!

Old Town Bistro

Old Town Bistro, which specializes in Italian and French cafe style food like crepes and paninis and is located in the heart of Old Town at 520 S. Myrtle Avenue.

London Gastro Pub

The London Gastro Pub brings a taste of the modern London, UK ‘Gastropub’ to the heart of Old Town Monrovia on Myrtle Avenue. It offers great food, full bar and a wonderful atmosphere, with friendly service, good food and a wide selection of great beers and wines. Located at 419 South Myrtle Avenue Monrovia, CA 91016-2811 Tel: (626) 357-2200

Old Town Pizza

Visitors on a budget can get great value at Old Town Pizza – delicious freshly baked pizza can be enjoyed inside or al fresco (dog owners seem to be welcome in the outside area)! Draught Stella Artois is available at a very reasonable price.