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    Frisco's Carhops

    3.9 (1.9k reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Diners
    Open 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    FRISCO'S CARHOPS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Touristy
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Amber S.

    This place is awesome. We decided to go here on a whim. Looking for a random place to try. Super cute inside, the thing that elected me the most was there were older cars for booths. I love all the bright colors and car hop esthetics. The staff is super friendly. The food came out on a cute little car hop tray.

    My first time here with my family on a Saturday night.Always wanted to try this place looks really nice when you see the videos and food online We got here at 8pm the place completely dirty trash on the floor tables all dirty with pieces of food on them......my daughter got the kids pancakes with eggs and sausage Her pancakes and sausage were burned.... And my boyfriend and I got the chilli cheese burgers Chilli was runny nasty looking nothing like the picture at all and the bottem of the patty didnt look cooked just a pain flat dull burger. Just overall disappointed especially for paying $50.I will not be returning here anymore....

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    Luis A.

    Food was good. Restaurant was empty in a Sunday afternoon. Lots of tables. But all funky/dirty looking. And the Bathrooms were a big turn off. And because of that, no true desire to return. Poopy toilets are just not appeasing for returning customers. I mean it was empty. Someone could take care of ensuring tables and toilets are clean.

    Samara G.

    This place is easily visible from the street, and there's plenty of parking around the building! If you want that classic "car hop" diner spot, this is definitely the place to go. You walk in and the 50's vibe is so much fun! The posters are literally my favorite thing. Also, the car tables where you look like you're sitting in a car itself, I love that so much! Service was great, they made sure that you have everything you need, double check your orders, etc. We started off with the Cobb Salad, it was a hefty size, even for a half salad. Filled with all the goodness of a cobb salad. For the Salad dressing, we got the Chipotle Ranch, which was a perfect pairing. For our mains, we ordered the Pastrami Sandwich and a Bacon Cheeseburger. For the price there was a good chunk of pastrami packed into it. It was juicy and great every bite. The bacon cheeseburger was also really good, the bacon was that perfect crisp and the buns had that light toast on it. For the sides, we got the cruiser fries and the chili cheese fries. They're the same size as the cobb salad. So a good portion. The fries are perfectly seasoned and has a nice crisp to it. The chili had a good spice to it, and I loved the crumbly bacon on the cruiser fries. Order....the....milkshake, I don't care if you take it home to enjoy later, but please do it. The mint chocolate shake was like having Andy's Chocolate Mints, which is one of my top 5 candys (Like come on, one of the best endings to Olive Garden right?). The Churro shake literally had little pieces of churro, as well as having that good size piece on top! Like how else do you finish off a great 50's diner meal! The sodas were also great, it looked like it was it's own brand, but there were fun different flavors! I did a mix of a couple of flavors. It's a great spot for if you're just doing takeaway, a date night, or even a bigger party, plenty of seating.

    Churro shake and mint chocolate shake
    Jason S.

    We had dinner here the other night. There is plenty of parking available. The restaurant has a fun 1950s vibe complete with rollerskating carhops and car booths. They have breakfast and great American diner classic food offerings. We had a pastrami sandwich and a bacon cheeseburger. There is so much pastrami packed into the sandwich. The bacon cheeseburger had soft buns, a perfectly cooked patty and crispy bacon. We also got a half order of the chicken Cobb salad. It is a good size for two people and get the Chipotle Ranch dressing. We also got an order of chili cheese fries and cruiser fries. The fries are nice and crispy. Both types of fries are a good portion and quite hearty. Also, save room for their milkshakes. We got a mint chocolate shake and a churro shake. The mint chocolate shake was nice and minty. The churro shake has crispy pieces of churro. Both were the perfect way to finish our meal. Such a fun place with wonderful service and great food. Can't wait to come back again.

    Chicken Pita Wrap (Chicken Souvlaki)
    Suriya P.

    Came here this evening and had such a great experience. First off, the inside is so cute! It's has a classic 50s-style diner vibe that immediately puts you in a good mood. We tried the chocolate shake, Oreo cookie shake, the chicken pita wrap, and the Frisco Fire burger on a sourdough jalapeño bun, and honestly... everything was delicious. The food tasted fresh and flavorful, and the burger in particular had the perfect mix of spice and crunchiness. The customer service was excellent! Everyone was super kind and welcoming, which always makes the experience that much better. Definitely looking forward to coming back and trying more items. Really glad we stopped by!

    Donald C.

    Frisco's Carhop Drive-Thru is one of my favorite quick stops in town! I swung by today and got the cheeseburger combo and the club sandwich combo to share, plus a root beer float and a thick chocolate shake. Everything was fresh, hot, and delicious--the cheeseburger had that perfect smashed-on-the-griddle taste with melty American cheese, the club was stacked high with turkey, crispy bacon, lettuce, and mayo on toasted bread, and the fries were golden and perfectly seasoned. The root beer float was fizzy, creamy perfection, and the chocolate shake was so thick I had to work for every sip. Exactly what you want from a classic experience. The retro vibe inside is adorable--like stepping back into a 1950s carhop diner with neon signs, vintage posters, and checkerboard accents. They've gone all out for Christmas right now with twinkling lights, wreaths, garland, and little retro Santas everywhere; it's honestly one of the most festive spots around this season. Place is always spotless, the parking lot and drive-thru lanes are super convenient, and the staff? Hands-down some of the friendliest people you'll ever meet. They greet everyone with a genuine smile, get your order right, and make you feel like a regular even if it's your first time. If you're craving classic American drive-in food with a big side of nostalgia and holiday cheer, Frisco's is the spot. Highly recommend.

    Tina T.

    Friscos Car Hop is such a fun and nostalgic spot! The environment gives total retro diner vibes with cute decor that makes you feel like you stepped back in time. The burgers were super yummy--juicy, flavorful, and cooked just right. And the shakes? SO good, thick, creamy, and the perfect sweet treat. If you're looking for a cute, feel-good place to grab a classic burger and shake, this spot is definitely worth the stop!

    Amanda A.

    Love their breakfast ! I miss their free coffee but can't go wrong with their burrito big enough to share with 2-3 people or even kid sized meals because I can share that with my little

    They have drive thru!
    Jan V.

    Came in at around 7 on a Wednesday night with the fam for diner food! We have been here before, but my kids always get excited when they see the restaurant. The tables that look like cars, the traffic light , the posters give 1950s nostalgia vibes! Here's what we ordered: The chicken Cobb salad- grilled chicken , bacon, egg and the chipotle ranch dressing definitely go well together! It's perfect to share as the serving is quite generous! The Bacon Avocado burger combo with curly fries and drink! The avocado melts perfectly in with the patty and bacon the portions is also good to share! Kids combo- comes in a car box and fries and drink. The kids chose chicken tenders and ranch. Signature Milkshakes- Neapolitan and Mint Chocolate chip! The food came out pretty fast and we love that everyone was all smiles!

    root beer float. Not bad.
    Mitch C.

    Came here just before noon on a weekday to get their supreme breakfast burrito. So good!! It was kind of slow so the food came out pretty fast. There were around 3 girls working on the roller skate. Seems like you don't need a code to use their restroom anymore like they used to. Will be back soon!!!

    Frisco Fire Burger
    Mandy W.

    This cute 50/60's theme diner has been around in Whittier for decades. Finally made the move to come by. The coolest thing about this diner is the server all roller skate to you with your food. I call that skill! The menu is quite large. Burgers, Sandwiches, Salad, Gyro Wraps milkshakes. Also breakfast menu. I ordered the chipotle chicken sandwich, Jalapeno Burger, Zuchini and Curly Fries , Greek Salad , Oreo Shake. The chicken is crispy and comes with onion ring in the burger which it tasted very good together. The Jalapeno Burger came with a sourdough bread. The greek salad is my other favorite, it came with side of pita bread and love the vinegerette dressing. Overall, great spot for friends get together and family gathering.

    Sides shakes drinks & desserts menu as of Sept 2025
    Mabel T.

    What a fun place to eat! The whole place is decorated like a retro dinner with classic cars props sticking out of the walls and some in the dining area to eat in. The fries were so good. I think we finished almost half our order before getting to our main entrees. I tried both the mint chocolate chip and the cookies and cream shake which were both super amazing. Perfectly sweet and tasty! The colossal burger was delicious. We especially liked the pastrami here. We also got the club sandwich which was a healthier option. Overall good but a tad on the saltier side or it could be because we had like half the fries and our shakes before starting our meal. Although we did over order, the staff was friendly and gave us paper or plastic options to pack our leftovers to go. I definitely would come back since there were so many mouthwatering options it made it hard to decide on what to order. I want to try their zucchini fries and breakfast items the next time I come back.

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    This place is pretty good. However the tables are dirty. But the staff are super nice!

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    We love coming here! It's super cute , clean and staff is nice. Food has always been great

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    So delicious food. All is good!! Will come back again soon service great .clean, everything

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    Ask the Community - Frisco's Carhops

    When is the Lakewood one opening?

    It's OPEN NOW 6205 Bellflower Blvd Lakewood Ca 90713

    Do all the waitresses still we're rollerskates?

    No not all some do

    Are there any dairy free milkshakes (almond, soy, oat, or coconut based)?

    Unfortunately no

    Does this place have a long wait on the weekends?

    I was there on a recent Sunday afternoon (1:00 pm) and the wait to order was about 15-20 mins.

    Do you still have your kid's mac and cheese?

    They do not have this on the menu anymore

    Are dogs allowed in the patio?

    Yes, if you need a water bowl, just ask!

    Can i substitute my burger bun for lettuce wrap?

    Yes

    Is breakfast served all day?

    No, only until Noon.

    The shakes look delicious and i want to go, but are there any non-dairy ones?

    THEY SHARES ARE DELICIOUS! BUT THE WAITING TIME IS THE WORST!

    Are there dine in?

    Yes

    Do they accept apple pay?

    Yes they do!

    Saw this place advertised as a car hop on Google. Do they in fact roller skate to your car???? That would be a GREAT social distance feature if they did!! 🤞🤞

    No, they used to but they keep the theme going across the board and service is super friendly otherwise! They do offer a drive thru!

    Are they open for outdoor (patio) dining?

    Yes and it's GORGEOUS

    Anyone know what the Rowland Heights location is gonna be? Please for the love of God not another Asian restaurant 🙄 Something similar(hopefully)? Ruby's? A REAL Johnny Rockets? Astro?

    Location is horrible but i would like to see success for a Johnny Rockets burgers for those exiting Frank and sons and maybe a King Taco franchise would be good alongside this too.… 

    Are you open?

    Hi, yes our drive-thru is open from 7 am - 10 pm!

    Is the Industry (Rowland Heights adjacent) location still operating?

    Hi. I believe they relocated to Whittier: 16460 Whittier Boulevard Whittier.

    Are there any happy Hour specials? if so what time and days are there?

    Hello, I’m sorry but not at this moment. We do have daily promotions you can call the restaurant at 626-913-3663 and the manager can give you the information for daily promos.… 

    Is there a Friscos closer to Lakewood ca.? My 15 yrold would like to have a little sweet 16 she love the 50's

    Not anymore. There used to be one in Downey, but it closed several years ago. Now, there is only the one on Gale Avenue in the City of industry.

    Would this place be good for a birthday party on a Saturday night?

    yes most definitely! we have live singers performing 50's music, we also have our skating carhops performing a few dances to give you the full rock and roll experience! Don't forget to try our famous burgers and milkshakes !

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