Waitress in the front was nice and thats all the only nice thing I can say. I went with the Charlie and I was highly disappointed. Not only did it take about 25 minutes for my order, but it came with only 2 slices of cheese and not 3 like the menu said. The amount of tuna in the sandwich was sad. It didn't even fill up the sandwich and was pretty flat. The tuna portion was just tuna and mayonnaise. No flavor whatsoever. It didn't even have celery, carrots, hard boiled egg that usual tuna has. Fries that came with the order were also bland. Food was warm but almost cold when I received it. Wouldn't I give it a try again? Maybe just for the burger but I also don't want to pay for bland fries. read more

It was mainly the service. For whatever reason he was slow with us. I think it's because of us being brown from the Middle East. The burger was heavy and ours was toasted at the bottom. The guy next to us said the same thing to that it was weird. It's casual. It was literally the strangest thing. The only 2 middle eastern guys get bad service. If there was others ok, but from the moment we walked in the dude was giving attitude. read more

I bit into the truffle burger and Jezus I almost had a huge oh right in my seat. This truly is probably the best burger in my personal life that I have had thus far. Run by an awesome Filipino gentleman...look him up! Comfortable but small seating inside and outside. Located inside the Far East Plaza. Paid, underground parking. read more

Amboy - Truffle Burger (Double Smash) & French Fries. - Steakhouses Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Amboy is an excellent burger if you're in or near China town. This was the first time I've been in that center and NOT gone to Howlin' Ray's. However, I was really surprised by the quality beef they use. They have a few burgers that have a little too much of multiple flavoring going on but their main standard cheeseburger is sinful and absolutely worth it. No crazy lines, no issue with searing. Little pricey but then again, what isn't these days. Ambiance is simple, comfy but nothing crazy. read more

Straight up delicious burgers. So far it's the best smash burger I've ever had. The chili dog was also really good, heck I'd go back just for that. I used to like For the Win but they seem too expensive for what yor get. Amboy is legit. Have to try out the dry aged burger next time. Parking was easy. Ambiance is what it is, not good and not bad. The guy behind the counter was great. He helped us order ave went beyond our expectations. If I remember correctly he had dreadlocks. Cool guy. read more

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These burgers are UNBELIEVABLEEEEE. I've been craving a hearty burger, something of a higher caliber than my average in-n-out fix. And lemme tell ya, Amboy fulfilled that yearning desire for me today. There's a limited selection of items, but the staff member taking my order provided a seamless run-through of the menu. I ended up ordering the Amboy burger (their classic burger) with double, smashed patties while my boyfriend got the same, but with the "slim-thick" patties. We also got it with a side of garlic fries (staff's recommendation, and as a garlic-girly, I was elated). I found it all to be exemplary. This might sound a bit bizarre, but I have to admit that my favorite part about this burger were THE BUNS!! I've honestly never had a burger with buns like these. They're covered in sesame seeds, which offers a modest amount of nuttiness, but oh my GOODNESS, they were flawlessly toasted. The most impeccable amount of crunch on the outside while the inside was super fluffy, and it keeps it's integrity throughout consumption. Your burger will NOT fall apart while you eat it. Don't you hate when that happens? Catastrophic. The patties were cooked to juicy perfection and I appreciate how well they caramelized their onions. Just phenomenal. There's seating both indoor and outdoor, but I prefer to sit outdoor since it's got more open space. The store itself is a bit small, but I haven't found that to be problematic. Easily one of the best burger joints I've visited in LA, so if you're craving a burger that's going to make both your heart and your stomach happy, please check them out. I'll be back soon enough! read more

Amboy - Inside of this cheesy goodness - Steakhouses Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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When the line at Howlin' Ray's exceeds your patience, drop into Amboy to curb your appetite. In fact, come to Amboy without a further thought of Howlin' Ray's, it is good on its own - although going to both is probably the best way to go. I can't speak for everyday of the week, but my visit this past Sunday had me greeted by one of the kindest and prettiest girls to have ever worked at a burger place in Chinatown L.A. She explained the menu with aplomb, hustled and gave an air of professional familiarity. She told me that The Fancy was the burger that put them on the map. I ordered it. They give you the option of customizing your patty. I foolishly requested a smashed patty. Upon sitting down, I peeped an article on the wall that raved about their thick patty. I rushed to request a change in my order. Alas, I was too slow; they were too fast. My burger was made. Don't be a fool. Don't make my mistake. It is a quality burger that you get, done at fast food speed. Place a feather in the kitchen's collective cap. Perhaps you should place another feather for deliciousness. Let's start with the bun. This is one of the best burger buns you will find at this price point. I believe it is a kaiser bun, but most folks call it a sling bun. Sesame seeds stud its surface. Its crumb is super airy. It offers tenderness, while at the same time, a resilient chew. The patty was the weakest thing going. For a smash burger - for any kind of burger - but especially a smash burger, the Maillard sear barely existed. Hardly noticeable too were the caramelized onions. The tide of aioli, pickles and provolone provided the most flavor. And it is a heavy burger. Amboy offers indulgence. L.A. is a burger and chili fry city. Amboy provides a glowed up version of our lunch staples. Is it too indulgent. Also upon their wall are caricaturist's renderings of Jonathan Gold and Anthony Bourdain, a couple of indulgent guys. The brain behind Amboy is Alvin Cailan, the fattest celebrity chef in the world. Verbal Kent, in The Usual Suspects might describe him as, "orca fat." This would not be an exaggeration. I hate to be a soy boy Karen, but I think the food scene in L.A. lacks balance. There are two avenues, that of the juice cleanser and the other of the pastrami fryer, with the never the two permitted to meet. There needs to be a common ground between the ascetic and the epicurean in L.A. Amboy, while decent and reasonably priced, is not that place. read more

Ohhhhh! The best smash burgers yet! My friend has been talking about this place and the one opening up in West Covina. I couldn't wait for West Covina so had to visit this place before I went to the ahmanson theatre. It's a busy, bustling small little place. With a few tables inside and outside. You order at the counter, pay, and they bring your food. The girl was so friendly and apologized for the delay, they were backed up. The food was worth the wait! My daughter got the chili burger. Not to our liking. The chili was on the sweeter side, but the burger was fantastic! The Amboy burger was even more amazing! The garlic fries were delicious with bits of garlic in between. The garlic aioli could have been more garlicky, I conversed with the girl outside as she was clearing tables and asked her when the West Covina location was opening. She said she is waiting for that location to open so she can transfer there. I can't wait to see her! She's so friendly! read more

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2nd Time here! Amboy Quality Meats & Burgers does not disappoint! Best Burger around hands down! Order the dry aged wagyu burger! You won't regret it!! You all need to get down here and try it! read more

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Amboy has kind of ruined burgers for us, because there will not be another burger than compares! I appreciate the guy working the cashier explained the ordering options, it was a little confusing at first and not that self explanatory. Basically you choose your patty option then your fixin' option. I got the classic double, amboy style and my husband got the DH, fancy style. The order came quickly and everything was so good. The melt on the cheese was crazy and was extra fun to scoop up bits that fell out with fries. The DH was really the star. It was pure delicious beefiness and the fancy style went with it really well. It was so rich, the steak style would probably be a bit much, but the fancy was just right. I think my favorite part of both burgers was the caramelized onions, and on the DH, the mushrooms added a lovely meatiness to the burger. Also all the sesame seeds on the bun was both fragrant and added grip to the greasy burger while you're enjoying it. So good!! read more

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We came for howling rays but the line was ridiculous so went here instead (located a couple stores down) and was pleasantly surprised! Staff was nice and the interior was clean just a bit small but they have outside seating. The burger was delicious! The bun was extra crispy so I didn't fall apart in our hands but the meat was still juicy. I will be back! read more

Amboy - Amboy Classic and Fancy Classic - Steakhouses Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Solid 4.6-star burger spot in LA's Chinatown. Chef Alvin Cailan serves up thick, juicy patties. A low-key essential for burger fans.

I have visited this establishment on and off over the year due to the walking distance from my office. I typically order my food for pickup and walk over as soon as I receive the text message confirmation. My order consisted of 1 steakhouse slim thicc, 1 large regular fries, 1 can of coke which came up to $21.95, which I feel is slight pricey, but I'm willing to pay for the great quality of meat used in the burger. But for the first time patronizing this establishment I notice an automatic tip was applied to my bill in the amount of $4.00 bringing my total to $25.95.for a single patty burger, plain shoestring fries and a can of coke, which might I add, the fries were cold, and this was not due to the time I picked them up. They typically give you a 25-30 min pick up time after the order is placed. I arrived 15 minutes early and received a text shortly after stating my order was ready. I proceed to pick up the order and return back to my office in about 5-6 minutes before eating. Within this time frame my fries were already cold. Again, the burger is of very good quality meat. But placing an automatic tip of $4 on an already expensive burger that I have to go pick up myself seems unreasonable. read more

Amboy - Steakhouses Near Me - Los Angeles, California

good burger and fries, what can i say? I think avoid the thick patties, the meat in the middle is flavorless. Flavor wise; everything else is on point. Kroft got some competition for sure. read more

It's a little confusing finding the venue (hence 4 stars). It's in a sort of food court/mini mall. When you go into the court from N. Broadway, it's past the elevator on the left. You can't miss the cute blue tables. It's a quaint spot with a few tables on the outside and some seating on the inside. The staff is so pleasant and helpful. The food is delicious. The food selection is diverse and creative. The portions are large. You WILL leave with a full belly! I always end with, will I return... It's a definite yes for me! read more

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Excellent. Amboy has cracked the code on burgers in Burgertown. More than fair price for the quality, quantity, service and presentation of the food. Went with a Double Smashed Amboy Style and "Stimmy" to make it a combo. Simple, but everything was incredibly fresh, harmonious, and filling without that sloppy feeling. The environment gets busy around lunch time and seats become a premium if you dine in, so arrive early or take it to go for a more leisurely meal. Will DEFINITELY be back. Sidenote: there are a ton of different Asian foods in this plaza (Pho, Sushi, Filipino food, and more) that I'm also going to check out. In all, Chinatown is a very cool slice of the City where everyone can catch a vibe. I hope Amboy management is proud of the business they have. read more

I'm pretty sure the last time we were at Amboy the DH burger was made with wagyu. It was not as good as we remember. Ok but not great, patty was a bit dry. Amboy fries were ok, a bit over sauced. read more

I reached out to Amboy to cater our baby shower because I've heard amazing things about their burgers, and my wife is dying for burgers at the shower! Unfortunately, they were booked on the day, but I had to come on here to write about the extraordinary customer service their manager, Brian, has given me in helping me find an alternate vendor. Wow. Just wow. Brian has gone out of his way to help me find someone worthy of our "Boba and Burgers Baby Shower" He's given us recos, shared honest feedback, and has simply gone above and beyond to be an incredible support to my wife and I since he knows so much about the smash burger/food world (and we do not). Thank you BRIAN for being such an exemplary human and face of Amboy! I will hire Amboy to cater the minute I have another event or the opportunity to recommend a burger vendor to someone else. A++++ read more

Well I finally made it out to this great burger spot . The customer service was amazing very helpful. We had the burger and hotdog with chili cheese fries everything was delicious definitely quality and it it's next to the best chicken sandwich place .. read more

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Everything everyone says is true. This burger is good AF. Rarely do things live up to such high expectations but hot damn we dem Amboyz. This burger is so good. Went with the classic simply out of respect and am dying to go back to try everything deluxe. Every piece of this burger was elite. The bun is sensational the meats are top top the cheese is the cheesiest and the fixins are on the money. There are so many burgers in LA that to call a GOAT early in the burger eating journey is tough but it's gonna be really hard to beat Amboy. Get yourself sum. read more

Holy wow that was a good burger and their amboy fries are bomb! I tried the steakhouse burger with two slim smash patties. It was very very good. I highly recommend their amboy fries. They are basically their version of In N Outs Animal Style but better...can i say that??? Im definitely coming back. read more

Amboy - Steakhouse burger with two slim smash patties. - Steakhouses Near Me - Los Angeles, California

food was amazing my gf had their cheeseburger I had their regular burger no cheese with fries truffle Mayo on the side . It was so good definitely going to try their dry aged. The service was fast and Great atmosphere. read more

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Burgers were ok.. not too bad. I had the DH amboy it was good, had it for the first time. Crazy part is we ate inside and the workers were so bias in their greeting and attentiveness, it was kinda weird. When I got to the counter it was "hi what can I get u" I ordered and sat n ate inside. As I was eating I notice everyone else that was coming in was greeted way different, even the people eating was asked how everything was except us.. not being dramatic lol. People ordering was asked hello, have u been here before ??? No , well let me tell u about our burger ... like wtf was that when I can up. But yea thx for the experience but never recommending or coming back. 22$ for a burger experience was good enough 1 time with sweet chili fries . read more

Great food and the staff is attentive ! Sitting is limited but a seat will eventually open up. Wouldn't go with a large group , unless you take it to go ! read more

What a disappointment. After years of having Amboy bookmarked, I finally had the chance to stop by and try a burger here. It was a Monday night around 8pm and my buddy and I both ordered the DH Amboy burger. The girl who took our order was friendly and confirmed that Medium rare was good for the burger patty. We also got an order of garlic fries. When the food came out, the first bite of the burger immediately was disappointing. The dry aged patty was wayyy oversalted and cooked well done. The crust on burger patty was crunchy in a bad, overcooked way. The garlic fries were also very meh. There were some cold fries in the basket which was weird because most of the fries were warm. The garlic sauce was ok but overall, just very underwhelming. Total damage for 2 DH burgers, garlic fries, and 2 drinks was over $60! read more

Damn I just spent $27 for an overcooked and very dry burger. This was on my list for a while. Total fail. Maybe the cheaper smashburgers are better? If you come here, don't get the dry aged meat. Damn smh such a waste. Such an expensive mistake. I'm so glad I came up without my wife. She would have killed me. LOL. read more

Probably the best burger I've ever had, and I've had a lot. Tiny place, minimal seating, nothing fancy, but who cares? Just go. read more

Went on a Saturday for lunch and were lucky to place an order before a huge rush of people came. At some point, the cashier had to ask people to come back later to order food. I ordered the DH burger fancy style and really enjoyed the charred seasonings on the edges of the burger. I also got fries and ate the burger directly over the fries so that burger juices could drop over them. The patty was insanely juicy and the garlic flavors were subtle on the bun. The burger and fries got me full the whole day. read more

Great spot, love the DH Burger, honestly can't wait to try the smash burger. Service was great.

Great smash burger, got the amboy style, a little too heavy on the "flavors from the toppings" which over powers / takes away a bit from the overall burger taste. Fries were great too, will be back to try the DH read more

Amboy - Steakhouses Near Me - Los Angeles, California

When my husband picked a burger place to go to for lunch I was not too happy because not everyone can make a good burger and a basic burger is just a basic burger. But this place impressed me! As soon as you take a bite you can tell everything they use is such great quality. Each product on the menu was flavorful and fresh. This wasn't any ordinary smash burger like the ones popping up left and right, this was a high quality ( leave you wanting more) type burger. Everyone who was there spoke to us and kept checking in. The restaurant is small inside but somehow feels comfortable. I usually get claustrophobic but the large window and spaced out tables made it feel more open inside. read more

Came in here for the first time as a recommendation from a friend of mine, as in terms of hole in the wall, this is definitely a gem worth looking for, ordered a steakhouse double meat patty burger with cheese, and a side of french fries. I received a free drink (my choice water) by spinning a wheel during the 2-6pm happy hour. I was pleasantly impressed with how good the burger tasted, freshly prepared with sesame seeds all around minus the pickles, however next time I'll have to order the fries without any salt because they were kind of salty even though I requested less salt. Overall good experience good service clean restaurant experience. Friendly staff. You will also need a token to enter the restroom they can provide that at the counter. read more

Amboy - Steakhouses Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I got the amboy classic double burger and garlic fries. The burger is pretty big and filling, but it was a bit too greasy though. The garlic fries were good, but would've wanted to experience more garlicky flavor. The server who served us was nice, she explained the menu to us patiently and recommended her favorites to us. read more

On the KTLA news this morning they mentioned this place has the 9th best burger in the world. We were already heading towards this way so why not give it a try. It's in the middle of China town. The burger was definitely tasty. If I were to try it again, I'd get it plain so I could taste the burger on its own. We got it with bacon and chiles and whatever sauce comes with it. Not sure it's worthy of being #9 in the world, but it is delicious. read more

Amboy - Double double burger with bacon and chiles. - Steakhouses Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Let me just say, this place made me rethink every burger place I've ever given five stars.This is it. This is going to sound so dramatic but I swear this burger is what I imagined the burger Anya-Taylor Joy ate in the movie The Menu. The bun is perfectly toasted while remaining soft on the inside. The meat and cheese and everything in between was just so freaking good. I was nervous about eating it too fast because I really wanted to savor it. The fries were also amazing and they give you such a generous amount. Loved the amboy fries. I've been thinking about this meal ever since I ate it a few weeks ago. This is possibly the best burger I've had in my life. Great food, nice staff, cute little place. Glad I randomly went here after a Dodgers game. read more

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What a hidden gem. The spot has the thing it does well and does that! The bun....yes please. Potentially the best bun I've had. The burger is tied for us with our favorite in all of LA. We got the amboy style on both and would suggest it. It's counter service, and the guy was awesome! A mix of snarky and super kind. The perfect counter experience. It's a very small space so they kinda shoved in some tables. Made the best of what was available. There are some extra tables in the courtyard too. read more

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I ordered the Fancy DH and it was the best thick burger I've had! The patty was done to perfection, juicy and tender, everything you would want it in a good burger. The quality of the beef is incredible. 10/10 read more

This is an influencer trap, fell for it, never again. It is McDonald's quality, the fries were soggy in n out imitation, the beef was very low quality and unevenly cooked throughout. Part of the burger was rare while other parts were well done. Overall it was way over cooked, flavorless and rubbery. Assuming the reviews are bought and they spend a lot of social media marketing instead of ingredients. read more

Pretty solid burgers that I would definitely return to. We ordered the Amboy classic with double thin "smashed" patties. However, they looked more like the slim thicc, which consisted of the old school 1/3 lb patties. While I missed the crispy edges of a true smashed patty, my husband did enjoy his burger. I ordered the DH burger, which comes with a sizable 10 oz dry aged beef patty. This was admittedly one of the best burgers I have ever had. It was so juicy, beefy, and flavorful. All the savory notes that I look for in a beef patty were amplified with this hunk of a beef patty. Their fries were a great accompaniment to the meal. The space is small with a few tables inside and an outdoor patio with a few more tables out there. The server taking our order was friendly. We visited on a Sunday around 2pm and did not need to wait long at all for our food. read more

Wow! Wow! Wow! I had this bookmarked for what feels like years and now wish I had gone much, much sooner. It's a burger joint. You can also get a grilled cheese or hot dog, but if you come here get the burger. Located in the same busy DTLA Chinatown mini mall that the original Howlin' Rays is situated in, I assume parking is a general nightmare on weekdays and weekend nights. We went on a Sunday night, so parking was easy actually on the street. The place itself is tiny. There is what looks like an old fashioned butcher counter and maybe three tiny tables inside. Outside there are a few more tables. Even on a Sunday night, they had a good amount of business, which makes sense considering what high quality burgers these are. Now, I have mentioned this in other reviews, but I am sick and tired of the latest trend that will not quit - smashburgers. So, I've been searching for good, old fashioned diner or steakhouse thick burgers. Well this is the place. They do offer smashburgers, but they also have Slim Thicc's which are 1/3 of a pound not smashed. They also have a DH which is 10 ounces. We got three Slim Thicc's and an order of fries. An order of fries is maybe enough for 1 1/2 to 2 people. I would recommend two orders for 3 people. Two of the Slim Thicc's were Amboy style - both no pickles; one no onions; one no Amboy sauce which is like a thousand island. These were excellent. The third burger was a Slim Thicc fancy style which has provolone instead of American cheese and garlic mayo. This was also a huge hit. Next time, I'm definitely trying the DH, because while the Slim Thicc is a regular burger, I want that big thick burger, and the DH is that! Two wishes... bacon to add to the burgers - they don't offer this - and maybe onion rings. Otherwise, I wouldn't change a thing. Excellent food. I know this place has been getting a bit of press on Instagram from those influencers who try food joints, so hurry up before this place has a line like Howlin' Rays. Couldn't recommend higher. Run, don't walk! read more

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