Lucky Baldwins - Delirium Pub

The inspiration

Owners Peggy Simonian and the late David Farnworth took over a struggling bar, introduced Belgian and English ales, and created a homey atmosphere that turned the place around¹ . The Sierra Madre offshoot, Delirium Pub, opened in 2005 in a space that formerly housed the Sierra Madre Brewing Company² .

What to order

• Cottage pie or steak and mushroom pie: homemade pies the kitchen makes in-house^3,4
• A Belgian or craft pint: the bar pours over 60 beers on tap alongside permanent favorites like Guinness and Stella Artois³

What people are saying

Diners and local press keep coming back to the hearty traditional food, with Mountain Views News praising the fish and chips, burgers and beer selection at the Sierra Madre location⁵ . The wide Belgian-focused beer list and the chance to watch soccer with a pint draw recurring mentions from critics and regulars alike^2,4,5 . Many also single out the friendly, family-oriented atmosphere as what keeps them returning^6,1 .

Why you should try it

If you're staying nearby, Delirium Pub offers a genuine British pub experience without leaving the San Gabriel Valley, from a Full English breakfast to an evening pint in a welcoming local spot^6,3,4 . Between the beer festivals, the rotating Belgian taps and the soccer schedule, there's usually something going on worth walking over for^6,3,4 .