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    Carney's Restaurant

    4.0 (893 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers, Hot Dogs, Wraps
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Outdoor seating

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    Sidney Z.

    Going (way back) to my late teenage years, I was a Hot Dog / Hamburger addict. Los Angeles was my hometown and I had a ton of places to (as we said back then) "Do My Thing"! I had: Bob's Big Boy, Orange Julius, Scott's, The Apple Pan, Cassells, Original Tommy's, Hamburger Hamlet and a ton more. Most of this list is long gone. But there are a few that still lingering. Such is one I visited yesterday for old time sake - Carney's in Studio City. This Old Train Car Restaurant threw me back 50 years; and it was a fantastic piece of nostalgia that I loved. As you enter this train, the old photographs and all kinds of memorabilia hit you like a tornado; very cool! Their menu is pretty much the same except for a few new healthier dishes; I went for the healthier. My Chinese Chicken Salad was pretty damn good. It was big, with all kinds of "Good Stuff" with a very good peanut dressing to boot. In my old days I would have jumped all over a cheeseburger or hotdog, but I was very satisfied with my salad, and just lounging in a real live train car.

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    Steve S.

    Definitely some delicious hot dogs here. I went with Carney's dog, that comes with tomatoes, onions and their hearty, delicious chili. I also asked for my hot dog frank to be split and then grilled and that made it even more tasty. The frank had nice char marks and was juicy all throughout. Great dog! The ambiance here is special, as you're located inside of a former real train carriage. That gives out the vibes of excitement, like you're grabbing a quick hot dog before reaching the next town. Customer service here is attentive and professional. Good experience for a quick, quality hot dog.

    All aboard for the best carney on earth!!
    DW N.

    Realized I didn't include a pic??! Silly me - THE dog and chili fries and that slogan is absolutely the TRUTH!

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    Scott B.

    Carney's is a great diner. The experience of eating in an old Railroad car is wonderful and that ambience is matched by the amazing food. Everything is cooked to order and all the employees are wonderful. I tried a Carney's Dog with Chili Cheese fries and my friend had a cheeseburger. All of them were delicious and you recieve generous toppings on everything. To the point that next time I think I'll just get regular fries cause there was enough chili on the hot dog for both it and to top the fries. Not that I'm complaining. Everything was a delight and I look forward to coming back again. They also have some great old school shirts for sale.

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    Robert B.

    This place is an institution in Los Angeles. Fantastic chili cheeseburgers, chili cheese fries, shakes, and desserts for people who love a great greasy spoon. Went there today, and the people are super nice. Someone walked in and ordered a half gallon of chili? So, yah, people love this place, and rightfully so!

    Cheeseburger
    Linda M.

    Love Carneys!! Been here a couple times and def will be back for more. Their burgers are fresh and I love their menu bc you can get a small or big patty. Their hotdogs are also really good!! And their fries can also be thin or thick and I love that. Staff is super quick and this place is always clean. I also love trains lol. Delicious!! Thanks!

    Train Wreck Fries
    Cesar D.

    This visit was a great trip down memory lane, it's been 25 years since I have visited Carneys in Studio City. I was surprised how much things have grown around this location. The Train car alone brought back so many great memories. Not a lot has changed, the food options are plentiful. We went for it during this trip, not sure when I will be back. We had an original Carney's hotdog with chili, onions and mustard, under the Red Eye menu we also had the Carneys hotdog with a sausage and chili, this was tied in with chili fries and Train wreck Fries, with grilled onions and thousand island dressing. I really enjoyed the chili, I love Tommy's chili but Carneys chili is just slightly better. The inside of the train car seem so small, they had many seating options inside and outdoors they have multiple seating areas. You will find the restrooms in the front train car.

    Garden burger and train wreck fries
    Kate L.

    Carneys is such a Valley staple. I grew up coming here and it still hits every time. The fact that it's inside a retired train car makes it extra unique, and it has both indoor and outdoor seating (I came during a rush and still managed to grab a spot). Parking is easy thanks to the lot and I usually find myself making Amazon returns at the Staples next door just to have an excuse to stop here. Food-wise, I love their vegetarian options. My go-to is the Veggie Sandwich (basically everything in a burger without the patty), but this time I tried the Garden Burger and it was also really solid. The real standout though is the Train Wreck Fries. Think In-N-Out's Animal Style fries, but in my opinion way better--loaded with cheese, grilled onions, and sauce. They're addicting and my absolute favorite thing on the menu. The inside is a little dated and the menu can feel overwhelming at first since there's a ton of choices, but honestly, the food makes up for it. Service isn't super fast, but the chefs are always friendly and the quality is consistently great. My friends who eat meat always enjoy the burgers and hot dogs. If you're in Sherman Oaks, Carneys is a must. Classic, nostalgic, and always satisfying.

    Polish Sausage with sauerkraut and mustard, and chili cheese fries.
    Leigh M.

    What a neat, unique fast food place. I've driven by here so many times and today was the day to stop in. I had a polish sausage "New Yorker" style with sauerkraut and mustard and chili/cheese fries. I can't say I was that impressed with either of my choices. Maybe a burger would have been a better option? Not sure I'll be back but it was definitely a ln experience.

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    Friendly quick service and my go-to lunch spot. You can't go wrong whether you choose their burgers or hot dogs. My favorites are the Chicagoan and New Yorker. I recommend eating inside the train car dining room for the full experience

    Double Cheeseburger
    Luis P.

    Wow have passed this place countless times maybe a thousand times! Always said I'm going but until today I did and was so worth it! The chili cheese fries so delicious! The double cheeseburger well cooked! The LA dog! The ambiance is just so cozy!

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    Pier P.

    Always a good choice. On a hot Saturday with the breeze blowing, sitting outside with my New Yorker hotdog (sauerkraut, and mustard) and a chocolate shake. What could be finer? It's a bit busy because it's so popular. But well worth the wait. Recommend highly.

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    Chris I.

    The Place- This is a dining car from a train. Nice to do something different. The Service- Friendly Parking- Nice size lot with plenty of parking. The Food- Chili Cheeseburger- Good and recommended. Chili Cheese Fries- Delicious and highly recommended.

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    Solid chili dogs.. if you see the crossroad sign do yourself a favor and give it a try, you won't be disappointed.

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    Great burgers, dogs and fries. Order at the counter and find a seat in the cool old train car or on the patio outside.

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    Ask the Community - Carney's Restaurant

    Do you have veggie dogs?

    I don't see one on the menu. They do have a vegan burger - "hungry planet burger". Would love to see them add a vegan hot dog.

    Do you still sell the Red Barons?

    Yep Red Baron still there!

    I have a peanut allergy, are there peanut free options?

    I don't think there's anything in that kitchen or on the menu that uses peanuts, but I can all but guarantee their awesome burgers & dogs don't have nuts, despite their expanded menu. I truly hope you don't miss the opportunity to eat there. It's my… Read more

    Can you make that 2 orders of cookies, please? I'm not used to this app. I know it will cost extra. Thanks.

    Sure! You can pick it up at the train!

    Do they have a gluten free bun option? Id love to be able to have carneys again after being diagnosed with a gluten allergy

    Yes we do! We added gluten free buns last year.

    Hi, I can't eat pork so I wonder whether I can eat their burger or burger with chili?

    No pork in our burgers or our chili or our hot dogs!

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    Lunch in a train car!!! First time going to Carney's, but not the last time. There are a good…read morenumber of tables, even if it is packed, it seems like tables open up all of the time. And with a great, elevated view of Sunset. There is parking, some of the spots are a bit tight, but there are a good amount of spots. There is a lot of history on the walls, definitely a classic restaurant. And restrooms you do not need a code for. If the door is locked, someone is in there. The restaurant is clean and full of character. The menu is small, but well thought out with dogs and sausages, as well as burgers, salads and wraps. I have been wanting a thick burger for a while, everything seems to be a smash burgers right now.... This hit the spot. Thick and juicy quality meat and not over cooked. I got the half pound burger, med rare. With a New York style turkey dog for my partner. Split the train wreck fires and we were stuffed. The burger was well cooked, not dry at all. Very substantial. The turkey dog does take a bit longer to cook, but was told that it was worth it. It was cooked well and was full of flavor. The fries are really good and are very messy, better than the competitions

    Iconic stop on the Sunset strip where you literally eat in a railroad train car! The service is…read morequick and efficient, they've had their system down since 1975. You feel like you've traveled back in time and order from a traditional kitchen window. The chili was delicious and there were options like turkey dogs, and half n half fries when you just can't decide what to choose. A fun lunch for a Hollywood day, I highly recommend hanging out and enjoying a piece of LA history. Not to mention there is parking... unheard of in the city!

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    Chili Cheeseburger as advertised: with tomato, pickle and mustard.
    Chili Cheeseburger as advertised: with tomato, pickle and mustard.
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    As always, I forgot to take a photo in my rush to eat! We live a couple blocks away from Larry's…read moreand it is definitely our go to place. The people are super nice, always very polite and working at super speed. Saturday mornings for us are breakfast burritos and I really think there's is the best in Burbank. I like my fillings to be identifiable and not all chopped up. We get the sauce on the side, it's this wonderful jalapeño spice that is so tasty with just the right amount of warmth. We often go up for lunch, with our usual orders, being a #1 special with hamburger, fries, and a drink. And then I get a cheeseburger. The burgers are really good, and I especially love the fries! Recently, I wanted to try something different and tried a gyros sandwich and I think that might be my new favorite. Very fresh, the pita was soft but lightly toasted, the meat is tasty and there is a wonderful tzatziki sauce on it as well. Finally, their chili dogs are delicious! I get mine with chili, cheese, onions, and some mustard. I especially love that you can pick it up and eat it, so it's not all gross where you have to eat it with a fork. Highly recommend!

    Larry's Chili Dog has the best breakfast burrito in Burbank and I will die on this hill!…read more I'm usually here first thing in the morning when I go, so it's never been crowded, but I think it gets busier as the morning goes on (and probably on the weekends as well). There's usually enough street parking as well as a few spots behind the store. Their breakfast burrito has eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, cheese, and their amazing green salsa (I always ask for an extra side of it). I love that all of the flavors balance each other out--there's not a single ingredient that overpowers another, or any that there's too much or too little of. There are a couple of tables outside, and sometimes they'll also open up their indoor seats. Service can be busy when they're busy but I've never waited more than 10 minutes to get my food.

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    Breakfast burrito  plus chili added.
    Breakfast burrito plus chili added.
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