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    Bob’s Big Boy

    3.7 (2.3k reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Breakfast sandwich with ham..
    Kevin I.

    First and foremost this place is so iconic to our So Cal culture.. The building itself with everything inside of it is fairly intact from when it was built @1949. It's an old skool diner that's open late and offers delicious meals... (Diner items) I ordered breakfast this morning .. A breakfast sandwich with a side of hash browns.. It was nothing extraordinary... However it was cooked to perfection, served piping hot and tasted like something I would have made at home.. I was solo and sat the counter, the server was very attentive and friendly! I feel the service at establishments are as equally as important as the items they serve!

    Original Big Boy Combo
    Linda M.

    Iconic!!! Came here after a full moon hike and it was sooooo good. Honestly this is an institution so I don't need to review this but I want to share my pics. Delicious diner food lol. That's it. I'd be back!!

    Classic car show cars everywhere
    Adam R.

    3/4/26 So me and my dad met with an old co worker of ours to have lunch and catch up. When we arrived was pretty busy but not bad about 5-8min wait really was pretty quick to seated. Jana was our server and she was great. We ordered our food and I got the "Super Big Boy" combo. We all basically got Big boy combos. I hadn't had Bob's in quite a while. It was pretty good. I remember it being a little better the last time I had had but it didn't disappoint. It was still delicious and good fries. Got a Mocha shake that was really nice and creamy and great mocha flavor. All in all we really enjoyed our food and company. I'm sure I will visit again sometime when back down this way . We used to come almost Friday night for classic car show they had in the lot and get burgers and see all the cars hence the pic from back in the day. I think they still do the car show. Enjoy !!!!

    Kitty K.

    Loved it. havent eaten here in years and finally had the chance to eat here again. Our waitress was very nice and was great. Also love the class diner feel. wish i could eat here more often but i live out of state

    My 1st pastrami burger & what it's SUPPOSED to look like. The 2nd time, pastrami was lacking & there was barely any mozzarella.
    Crystal S.

    Well, Bob's has outdone itself yet again! I just can't get over the fast & friendly service & the FOOD is so yummy...SO good, in fact, that I returned a mere two days after my last visit to reorder the pastrami burger (which is actually enough for two people) & the chocolate milkshake...complete with whipped cream & a cherry on top, of course! And during my last visit, I got to check out the weekly classic car show! My only complaint for the second time I ordered the pastrami burger is that there definitely wasn't the 3 oz. of pastrami as the menu describes & there was barely any mozzarella cheese...not even a full slice. Yes, the restaurant was busy but the food preparation should be consistent.

    sherry u.

    Always nostalgic and fun- outdoor pet friendly seating- good sized counter seating inside - large free parking lot- can't go wrong with the fried chicken, burgers or the shakes. Friendly servers. Accommodated grandson's birthday dinner and were fine with us bringing our own cake to celebrate. Kids enjoyed looking at all the fun merchandise some collectors items some for sale.

    Bob's Original Big Boy Combo
    Evan W.

    Though I've lived in Los Angeles nearly 40 years, I've only been to Bob's a handful of times. After quite a few years, today was one of those times, and I'm really glad I decided to grab lunch at this legendary foodie fixture in Burbank. You can't beat the atmosphere; that mid-century modern design, the orange decor, the counter service and plush booths, all lovingly kept clean and shiny. The staff is uniformly friendly, and they work fast. Orders are taken quickly and the food arrives in little more than 5 minutes. These folks have been doing this a very long time, and their experience is our good fortune. I ordered the Original Big Boy Combo, because how could I not? The combo includes their Original Big Boy Burger, fries or fruit, and a salad to start. I declined the salad, as it's a very good sized portion and I knew I wasn't hungry enough to eat it all. But the folks next to me were enjoying their salads quite a bit, and they really did look very fresh and good. The namesake Big Boy is that double-stacked burger on a 3-piece bun that predates the Big Mac, and outpaces McDonald's pale imposter by leaps and bounds. Two fresh beef patties are paired with American cheese, lettuce, a touch of mayo and a nice slather of Bob's red burger relish, which adds a nice tang without having that overpowering flavor of cheap pickles. Additionally, that relish combines nicely with the mayo to create a whisper of the Thousand Island Dressing taste without the overly thick consistency of the now very ubiquitous "burger sauce" that's everywhere. This is a good, hearty burger that really satisfies, while the fries came hot, nicely salted and appropriately crisp. Now let's talk prices. This combo, which is a very generous portion of food (especially if you also eat the included salad), with a soda and tax came out to about $19.49. Around $5 more than the Big Mac combo at McDonald's -- but a far superior meal, with fresh flavors, good quality ingredients, a relaxing environment, and a friendly staff. This is a great value: filling, tasty, and happy-making. If you haven't been -- or haven't been in a while, like me -- stop in soon and enjoy.

    Steak & Eggs
    Kendal S.

    I really like this place. It's an old school feeling attraction almost out of a movie. Ironically very close to universal studios hollywood. Workers are so nice and the vibes are great. Good tasted very quality for a diner. I got the old fashioned steak and eggs and it did not disappoint. You can go for a family breakfast all the way to a causal business breakfast. On to lunch and dinner here soon...

    Lori A.

    The best Patty melt and the best milkshake I've ever had. I mean, it's gotta be, it's an iconic diner! Service was quick. There was a wait, but we opted for the first-come, first-served bar area. The ambiance was abdundaunt. Packed on a Saturday at 5 pm, fun, loud, and nostalgic.

    Hot turkey open face sandwich
    Cydney M.

    BOB'S BIG BOY IS STILL BIG ======================= Another oldie, but goodie diner is still going strong. Our good friends invited us to meet them for dinner on Sunday, November 16, 2025. My husband and I had not been to Bob's Big Boy in ages, so it was nice to go there again. The Yelper that I am decided to peruse all the Yelp reviews, photos and menu. The photos and a lot of the reviews really don't do it justice, but I do recommend looking at them. Some Yelp friends have written some great reviews and have included photos and I always appreciate that. After looking at the menu and the evening being a bit rainy and cool I definitely wanted to order something warm. I decided to order the open face turkey sandwich. It came with a crisp side dinner salad and that was very good. I was really happy with the turkey as well and requested all white meat which I got. The mashed potatoes, gravy and beets were delicious as well. My husband loved their chicken fried steak, so that was good. If he doesn't like the food he will never go back. Luckily we can go back again. One of our friends ordered the veggie melt and her husband ordered their famous double decker burger. They go there quite often, so they have ordered those before and they like them. We were all pretty stuffed after eating dinner, but my husband ordered the hot fudge chocolate sundae. I didn't try that, but it looked good. Our friend ordered the Bob's famous hot fudge cake. I took a bite and that was good. Watch out for your clothes with that one. The next time I would like to go on a Friday night to check out the cars.

    Still the same!
    AJ S.

    This place is not around on the East Coast anymore( they closed them), or so I've not seen one since I was a kid! Walking into this place was nostalgic! The menu still has the square chocolate cake with the vanilla ice cream in the middle! My spaghetti was still the same as I can remember, so good! The waitress was a bit busy; however, she stayed the course in making sure our food order was placed and came out on time without delay. It's old pictures hanging and just feels like the 70s, lol. Please stay open! I will be back!

    Three egg omelette with potatoes
    Brenda A.

    This is a diner and it looks fantastic after all of these years they keep the same menu and provide consistently good food with great service. Breakfast is what they do best but any meal is good. They host some car shows from time to time and have great weekly specials so be sure to check that out.

    Inside
    Michelle C.

    After an unsuccessful evening trying to find dinner for a party of four on a Saturday night without reservations, Bob's Big Boy came through for us. Despite being very busy, we only waited about 10-15 minutes to get seated, which honestly felt like a win. Inside, you get classic old-school diner vibes, which adds to the charm. Every employee we interacted with was friendly and welcoming, especially our waitress, who was awesome and helped make the experience a positive one. We ordered the sirloin, chili spaghetti, and a club sandwich. Everything was good--solid and satisfying--but not anything I'd call amazing or standout. That said, the overall experience made up for it. Where Bob's Big Boy shines is value. Many entrées come with a salad and an additional side, which felt like a great deal. Considering this is Southern California, I was expecting to pay much more for what we got, but the pricing was fair. Overall, this is a high-value, reliable option with great service, especially when you need a place that can accommodate you without reservations. I'd definitely come back.

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    One of my favorite late night dinner options with my friends. Nothing better than chili spaghetti and chocolate cake and ice cream!

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    The food was great and our waitress was awesome! Great atmosphere, I highly recommend the mocha milkshake, chili fries, and quesadilla

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    Food was as good as I remembered it, staff was very friendly, prices were a little high, but Will definitely come again

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    Does the waiters/waitresses have tip pooling or tip sharing (ie the tips gets placed into a big pot and the total is divided amongst the staff)?

    As far as I know, we have to add tips on our bills if we like to.

    Does the Burbank location have a breakfast buffet?

    No buffet, but they serve breakfast all day!

    Are there any vegan options?

    It's Bob's Big Boy Hamburger. When in Rome you don't order Chinese. There are plenty of vegan places here in LA and Orange County. Bob's does what they do, and they do it well. If you're a herbivore, I would not go to Bob's.

    Do they serve beer or wine?

    No.

    Open on thanksgiving?

    You should check their website and/or call them directly. Businesses do not check the Yelp pages for their place.

    Is their full menu available at all times? In other words, can I get a burger for breakfast?

    Yes for sure! Entire menu always available.

    I tried to order through the website but I got an error message. It not working?

    I don't think that service is available anymore.

    Do they take reservations for bdays?

    I would actually call the restaurant and inquire.

    Do they still have outdoor dining?

    Yes, on their front patio.

    Does Bob Big Boy Offer Military Discount?

    Is Friday classic car night back?

    Yes!!

    Does anyone know if this is open yet for dine in?

    Yes

    Does anyone know if Bob's Big Boy has opened dining room yet?

    Yes they have! I went there earlier this week. They seat you at every other table for social distancing. When we ent is was a weekday so there was no line. I suspect weekends might have a line to get in.

    Do they have gluten free bun options for their sandwiches or burgers?

    well my dad got one with lettuce, lol

    Do they serve breakfast all day?

    Yes they do, and it's delicious!!

    Do they deliver?

    Nope.

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