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    Big Tomy's

    3.9 (500 reviews)
    Open 5:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    BIG TOMY'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Sakol M.

    If you're on the Westside of LA and have a hankering for a Tommy's chili cheese burger, this will do. It's as close to Tommy's without the extra 'm'. The chili is pretty close to the real deal and they slop it on. I got the chili fries loaded with onions and cilantro. Ask for the banana peppers (pepperoncinis)....so good together. Pro tip: wear shirts you don't mind getting stained. And loose pants. It's hard to stop eating all that good stuff.

    D'juan C.

    This place is great for chili cheese burgers and fries. The restaurant is spotless every time I come here. The staff are helpful and friendly. The prices are reasonable because most places chili cheese pastrami fires are like 20 bucks they start at 12.99 here. I definitely recommend this spot it's open late also. I have been coming to this location for over 15 years.

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    Deborah E.

    My family was over this weekend from San Diego. We woke up on Sunday morning and didn't really wanna go anywhere so we ordered breakfast from big Tommy's it never disappoints. Everything was very tasty. We ordered a variety of items. The breakfast burrito is huge and delicious. My cousin and I both ordered this item. Her husband ordered the 2+2+2 which comes with hashbrowns two eggs, your choice of meat and toast and jelly or pancakes her son ordered a Philly cheesesteak. He said it was very delicious. Came with mushrooms and peppers. I've been frequently in this place for many years they have a delicious burger and the french fries and onion rings can't be beat! This is just a little corner hole in the wall, but if you want good food at a good price point I fully recommend this place. The parking lot is tiny, but if you go before the lunch crowd, you can usually find parking. It's a family friendly place and all the food is very delicious.

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    james c.

    Big Tommy's made itself available to us and we stopped to have a chili cheese burger. And onion rings. Well we really liked the onion rings Crispy and sweet onion goodness. If you like onion rings then these are a must. Made there not bought. The chilli cheese burger was good char broiled which is rare.. so good points maybe could have used a little more chilli... the mustard is very tart but the balance is just a little off. It's was a messy cheesy gooey smashed charbroiled burger. It hit the spot. The people working there are lively and clearly happy to be there and are proud of their product. Typical but clean burger joint. The orange bang topped it off. Just about a perfect Los Angeles burger experience!!

    Onion Rings
    Ernest R.

    Was in the area so you know theres no passing by without stopping for Big Tommy's on an empty stomach. Ordered my usual. Salmon Burger and Onion Rings. This time I even threw in a couple Chicken Taco's to make it fair. The service was helpful and efficient that came with a nice smile. The ambiance is still one of, Come to eat. Leave satisfied. Another Home Run Big Tommy's. See you soon.

    Chili Cheeseburger $7.69
    Erik G.

    What I Ordered: -Pastrami Breakfast Burrito $12.29 + Pico de Gallo $1.59 Total $13.88 I really want to like Big Tomy's! Their early hours are convenient for my schedule. This is my second attempt at their breakfast burrito. I chose the Pastrami Breakfast Burrito with Pico de Gallo, as I read a positive review. The Pastrami Breakfast Burrito with Pico de Gallo is the best I've had here so far. However, it's overly focused on potatoes and needs more eggs. They seem to add extra home fries to bulk it up, but the potato flavor is too strong, even for a meat and potatoes enthusiast like me. The staff are friendly and will gladly provide extra salsa. Props to them! I'll have to hold off on Big Tony's for now. I hope they address the egg quantity and reduce the potato content in the burrito. I won't be back until I can confirm those changes. For now, I'm heading back to The Corner for the most consistently delicious breakfast burrito on the Westside.

    Cheeseburger combo
    Elizabeth M.

    Came for an easy delicious burger. Fries were good. Crispy thin fries. Onions were good also crispy. Charbroiled burger was on point

    I ordered the chicken tenders.... came out very burnt. I just couldn't believe they would serve something so overcooked. really disappointing.

    BLT Sandwich
    Zan L.

    Stopped in for my first time last night because I live extremely close. Know they used to be 24 hours prior to the fire but now they are open early and close very late. It's a traditional to go oriented spot where you can also dine in. They have traditional American and Mexican options and the free parking lot attached which is a real bonus. Pricing is also fair and the menu is large. They are most known for their Chili Cheeseburger so I wanted to try that for my first time. I will say it was seasoned well and the chili has a great taste. I don't order that often so it was nice trying it again. The patties are not very large, almost the size of In-N-Out but a little larger. We also ordered the BLT with Avocado and overall it was OK because there was not much bacon in it compared to other places that I've been to recently. If they would add more bacon and Dijon, it would make it much better. We also ordered the french fries which I would suggest splitting one order because two orders is really a lot of fries and one would really cover enough for two people.

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    Good food for good deals, I can't complain. I recommend zucchini fries and the burger, but everything is good. Friendly staff too

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    Everything here is amazing! The cheeseburger is insane! The fries n onion rings on fire!

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    Had the two taco plate. Absolutely perfect. The neighborhood is lucky. Wish I could have stayed another night for another meal.

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    Great burgers good service also like their breakfast menu. This has been a go to spot for many years

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    9 months ago

    Great quick eats! The staff is always attentive and the food hits the spot -- my late-night go-to spot.

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    Tried Big Tony's out while getting my car fixed down the road. Great pastrami sandwich with fast service and reasonable prices.

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    Ask the Community - Big Tomy's

    The chili cheese fries..... can you add bacon to them? (Bacon Bits) ???? Or only pastrami?

    You can add pastrami

    Does the Philly cheese steak comes with fries?

    No. French Fries sell by separate

    Is it still cash only?

    No they take cards

    Is there a drive thru?

    Unfortunately no.

    Is their patio open for dining or are they take out only right now?

    They have a patio where I've seen other customers sit down and eat in.

    Are they open yet? We miss this place!

    Cynthia yes Girl ! There open " get over there and show them some love 👌

    Drove by the the location the other morning and it looks like the NEW "Big Tomy's" signs have gone up on the building...YEAH! Wondering if the reopening is getting closer??? 😉 Cheers\'20

    Opening today

    9/30/19 They look to have started some work there a few weeks back when had i driven by . The building is now fenced in they took the big tomys sign off the roof and there was a work truck in the lot. Maybe they will reopen?

    They renovated the interior and are now open.

    Will they ever reopen?

    Yes, October 2020

    When are they opening again?

    Any updates? A reopening is looking very grim

    Reopen yet after the fire?

    Big Tomy's is supposed to re-open today 10/15/20. Then 24/7

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    For the Win

    4.4
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    8.1 mi
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    Arrived on a Thursday afternoon on our way to the Palladium... luckily there was plenty of parking,…read moreand only 2 others eating inside. The order keyosk wasn't working, so I ordered with the worker. The burger is not cheap, a single is already nearly $10. And then you have to pay more for tomatoes, lettuce, etc... which I did pay for on my double, plus jalapeños. With fries, the order came to almost $25. That said, everything tasted pretty good. Fries are very salted/seasoned, burger (with all the added produce) tasted great. I don't think smash burgers are necessary better than regular burgers, but this place definitely makes a great smash.

    I came in on a Thursday (6-18-26) around 4:45 PM and ordered a double hamburger with sweet potato…read morefries. The food was scrumptious and I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. Unfortunately, I accidentally left behind my Meta Ray-Ban glasses case. Inside the case were my regular prescription glasses, with the left lens being for near vision. I tried contacting the restaurant, but the phone number listed on the website appears to be unresponsive, and I found myself hitting a brick wall trying to reach someone. It would be helpful if the contact information could be updated so customers can get assistance when needed. If my Meta Ray-Ban case has been found, I would greatly appreciate a message or callback. Thank you.

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    4.9
    (137 reviews)
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    Awesome double smash burger!! The onions and crust are what made this one really good! They put a…read morelot of onions on so kinda a true Oklahoma style. Hard to find a place doing it this good. This is my 8th LA smash burger and it's definitely a top three contender! The ratios were on point. The lemon pepper fries were killer. The bulgogi fries were strangely good for no one appearing to be Korean who worked there. Big fresh jalapeños on top with the perfect amount of sauce. GREAT home made pickles on the burger to offset the rich patty and cheese. The service was TOP tier. Took a little longer than most, but tasted better than most! So pick your poison! Great outdoor seating in a bar next door with its own brewery. They have a deal going so you can use that place. Sat in a cool outdoor patio area with fake grass and a nice fence. Nice shade. Cool Glendale vibes.

    Great food and even better service. You can tell the team genuinely enjoys what they do, and it…read moreshows in the experience from start to finish. Customizations were no problem at all, and the turnaround time from ordering to pickup was exactly as promised. Their vegan options are full of flavor and definitely not an afterthought. Parking on the street can be a little tough, but it's absolutely worth it. Whether you eat there at one of the tables or take it to go, this is definitely a spot worth stopping at.

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    Goldburger

    Goldburger

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    Located in Highland Park proper I was turned on to Goldburger because I drive by it on the way to…read morethe gym. As a burger fan, I wanted to give it shot and I finally found the time to. Parking: Street parking was super easy on a Sunday afternoon, I was able to pull up right in front and park on the street. There is a Super A across the street and ample parking around for free. Ambiance & Food: This reminds me of an old school burger stand. Those were the best burgers and this one did not stop that trend. As I walked up, we were warmly greeted and given a quick rundown of what which burger. They did have specials (I will get to that in a second) which we were intrigued, but for the sake of perspective, I ordered the Goldburger and both regular fries and curly fries with a bottle coke. The Goldburger is naturally a double, but my gymrat protein brain added that extra patty. They use a 70% to 30% mixture for their burger which makes the burger oh so decadent. The picture I took doesn't do it justice. The moment you bite into the burger the combination of burger juice, aioli, burnt skirt, all come together in such a harmonious fashion. It was remarkable. Though fries are not one of my strong points, both fries were crispy and I haven't had any other experience with Curly fries other than Jack in the Box, but these were so much better. I went ahead and dipped the fries in some homemade Aioli and dang, what a combo! Back to those specials, the current special is CHILI, I was intrigued so they gave me a small container of it to try. Man, if I wasn't watching my caloric intake, that would have been the move. It was rich and chunky and not to soggy which some always comes. Give it a try as they said it will be around for sometime. Other than burgers, they do have hot dogs as well. So worth trying both next time. To be perfectly honest, this brought back so much nostalgia for me, I used to go to school in the area and this brought a lot of those memories back. Tasty burgers and a must try for sure if your around! Cheers!

    I'm sorry but this burger was almost inedible it was so salty. I got the double smash and it came…read moresuper highly recommended from friends and other burger enthusiasts. No where near the flavor and umami as heavy handed and easy street and more modern places. Very fatty. Fries had a good crisp but the chili was super super smoky. Not sweet at all. Which is fine, but not my style. Chili is very user specific. People that worked there were incredibly nice. The diet soda option wasn't bad. Outdoor seating only so go at night or on a cool day.

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    Amboy

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    Since Burgers 99 is gone... this has officially taken over as my favorite burger in LA…read more Amboy is tucked into the Chinatown plaza with another one of my favorite spots, La Sita. Howlin' Ray's is there too... but I don't care. ‍ Yes, they have smash burgers here, but I don't really think of Amboy as a smash burger place. It's the thicker burgers that keep bringing me back. Also, don't plan your entire trip around getting The DH because they don't always have it. This was my second visit and once again it wasn't available, so we ended up getting the Amboy and the Fancy, both Slim Thicc style. The seating situation is the only real downside. On weekends people end up eating all over the plaza--around the trees, on benches, basically wherever they can find a place to sit. Weekdays are definitely the move if you can make it. One thing to know before you get in line: people take their sweet time ordering here, and honestly I get it because everything sounds good. Just bring a little patience. The only thing I wish they'd asked was how I wanted my burger cooked. They asked what thickness I wanted but not the temperature. I'm always happy when a burger place asks if I want medium rare, medium, whatever. Next time I'll probably just tell them I want it medium rare. The burgers though? Fantastic. Especially if you're like me and getting a little burned out on every new place opening another expensive smash burger spot. One warning though... Don't plan anything after eating here. I was ready to go home, crawl into bed, and have happy BurgerTime dreams.

    3.5 stars I ordered…read morea Fancy Slim Thicc and it was...fine. The garlic aioli totally overwhelmed everything else and the burger was sitting in a pool of grease. My cousin ordered the DH Amboy style; this was much better and what justifies the trip to Amboy. Truffle fries were good...the Tuna Melt was borderline inedible (ordered for the pescatarian in the group). We arrived at 6:30 on a Sunday night and there was minimal wait. We did get the last DH burger (they make limited quantities each day). Overall, you'll be happy if you stick with the DH and an order of fries.

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    This is the best burger & tots in Eagle Rock, bar none…read more The smash-style burger was perfectly seasoned, and every standard veg element added was fresh and crisp. Their hot dog is the platonic ideal of what a hot dog should be. The old bay seasoning on their crispy tots is a stroke of genius. The inside is small, so it's basically an outdoor-only seating or take-it-to-go situation. Thankfully a tall brick wall, umbrella-toting picnic tables, and large sails give ample shade to their large lot. There are a few parking spots in the back if you're lucky, otherwise street parking should be easy to find. When enough people showed up to eat, it felt like a backyard kickback. Music was a perfect volume for conversation and their Regular Show-esque bespoke mural gave us a lot to talk about. You put your order in with friendly staff inside, and they call your name on speakers when it's ready. Ice cold water is freely available as well as some select beers, wines, and juices. It's not fast food, but it's not slow either -- you can't rush something as delicious as what they have to offer here.

    WHEN: Mon @8pm It's…read morea chilly evening and the only seating options are outdoors. So we ordered our food to-go. But I can imagine how fun it would be to eat here during the day time. They have their own parking lot, but it's quite limited. Looks like part of it was under construction for expansion. Here's what I ordered: TATOR TOTS - $6 Fried crispy, tossed in old bay. Exactly how it's described and they delivered it--so good! SINGLE BURGER - $9 3oz patty with cheese, butter toasted bun, mayo, chopped chilies, onion, pickles, tomato, lettuce. Solid smash burger!!!!! Nuff said. I was sad they ran out of hand pies and that I because it was the end of the day. Need to come earlier for them.

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    Just found out it closed and I'm absolutely heartbroken. This was my go to before every dodgers…read moregame with the 12-6 happy hour. Excellent beers on tap for $5-$6 and even an espresso martini for like $14. Chicken sandwich was always on point and also a big fan of the Morrison Trio. Owner was always pleasant and the servers were top notch. I never had an item on the menu that was not delicious. And I tried just about everything on their rotating happy hour menu. I remember they were selling $10 Don Julio 1942 shots one time because it was Cinco de Mayo week. Great times and memories made at this restaurant. Holiday decor was always great to see especially during Halloween. A true loss. Bring it back please! If there are any Dodgers fans out there with a good pregame spot, please reply with recommendations seeing how I do not have one anymore.

    First off, I'm sad to know they are closed :(…read more The last time I went there was around the holidays before the end of the year and enjoyed some good wings and a couple of drinks. The staff was friendly and very attentive. The wings and drinks themselves were super flavorful and I thought I would have more time to enjoy and come back to visit while in town. My partner also tried their burger and fries and decided to stop by the restaurant only to find out they closed a couple of months ago. It was worth the visit when we went there back in December.z The place was cute and it felt comfy.

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    Irv's Burgers

    4.2
    (525 reviews)
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    Lunch date with my husband while the kid took her nap ---…read more Small little place inside so we sat outside since it was sunny anyways :) Staff was kind Beef hot dog with chilli and cheese 10/10 I went around 1pm today and am currently Uber Eats ordering this hot dog again // it's that good !! I got the original burger no grilled onions tho raw please ! 10/10 My husband got the classic burger with pastrami ; he said it was a little too salty for him . 6/10 Milkshakes were thick and perfect ! Will return

    I've wanted to check out Irv's Burgers for a while now, but I never really had the chance until…read moretoday. I happened to be in the area, and even though I'd already eaten, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to finally drop in. Irv's originally opened in 1946 as Queen's Burgers, located right on Route 66 on Santa Monica Boulevard in WeHo, and was deeply ingrained in LA's historic car culture. In 1970, Irv Genis bought the stand and renamed it Irv's Burgers, and it quickly became a legendary late-night spot for rock icons like Bob Dylan and Jim Morrison. By 2000, Sonia Hong took over, famously hand-drawing doodles on the paper plates alongside her signature slogan, "Just for you." After closing in 2013 and again in 2018, Lawrence Longo partnered with Sonia in 2021 to bring the brand back to life. They've since expanded quite a bit, even opening locations in Malibu and Las Vegas. On a staff recommendation, I ordered Irv's Original Roadside Burger Double ($11.25). Honestly, it was just okay. While a certain amount of grease and salt is expected with a burger, this one crossed the line into being a bit too salty and oily. On the bright side, the sesame bun was excellent, and I loved that they kept Sonia's legacy alive by printing her classic doodles on the tray placemats. While I'm glad Irv's was saved from history and is expanding, the food itself felt pretty so-so. The outdoor tables were also a bit dirty during my visit. I still love that classic roadside burger stand aesthetic with the outdoor stools, but unfortunately, I won't be in a rush to head back.

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    Ambiance: it's sad to see this Kroft location closed, it's on the ground level of the apartment…read morebuilding, conveniently attached parking garage for retail and residents Service: friendly and patient with questions, provided useful suggestions Food: standard Kroft menu, plenty of choices for poutines, sandwiches and burgers LOCO MOCO - **** Two Wagyu Beef Patties, Fried Egg, Brown Gravy, Cheese Curds, Fried Onions, Ketchup Glaze, Green Onions, rich in flavors and bold taste, recommend Price: generous portions and affordable prices, about $15~$20 for a quick bite

    I'm so sad to say this place has closed on 10/20/25. I happen to go the day before its last day and…read morethey were serving a limited menu and thankfully my favorite wagyu smash burger was still available. To say I'm super bummed is an understatement. I am so thankful that I happen to stop by for lunch and visit this location one last time. The same manager was there on the last day as when I went the first time two years ago. The staff there was always amazing, friendly, and the food was incredible. I think it was the Chinatown location that didn't work for them. However, the good news is that they do have three other locations and if you have never been, I suggest you check Kroft out if you love burgers, especially smashed. The other locations are in Long Beach, Anaheim, and Rancho Cucamonga. I wish them luck and I will definitely be stopping in their other locations if I am ever in the area.

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    4.2
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    This place is a Los Angeles legend…read more It's not even about giving it five stars--it's about telling people that if you want to try one of the best burgers in Los Angeles, this is a spot you absolutely need to visit. The food is outstanding, the portions are generous, and the burgers live up to the hype. What makes it even better is that you're not just getting a great meal; you're experiencing a piece of Los Angeles history. Places like this are becoming rare, and Hawkins House of Burgers has earned its legendary status. If you're a local and haven't been here yet, you're missing out. And if you're visiting Los Angeles, put this place on your list.

    I was in the neighborhood and wanted a burger. I made an online order to Hawkins since I saw a long…read moreline and I couldnt find parking. Checked in at 5-10min. They said order wasn't ready. Waited another 10min, while I saw other people picking up orders, so I checked in again. Same response, not ready yet. Another 10min passed by, now I'm seeeing people who came after me get their orders before me. Asked the staff again for my order status. The order pick up window person shouted my name to the kitchen each time I checked in. Finally the 3rd time they responded, they start arguing, apparently my order was done a long time ago, and it was given to someone else. It took 30min to figure out that my order had already been done and given to someone else because there was no communication between the kitchen, order staff or pick up staff. no apology, just got my food after the argument 3minutes later...Food was average, definitely not worth a 30min wait.

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    Big Tomy's - burgers - Updated July 2026

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