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    Jack's Classic Hamburgers

    3.8 (420 reviews)
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    Open • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Marion S.

    These days, finding a good burger is easy...but between wagyu and smashed and sliders, there ends up being a few places where you can get a truly classic burger. For that you have to dig deep and look in places where you don't expect or maybe, in the place you should have been looking at all along. Technically, I would consider Jack's Classic Hamburgers a "blink and you'll miss it," spot, but since it's located in one of the worst intersections in the valley, there's a good chance you'll be stuck at a red light and see it. However, due to the traffic and lack of parking sometimes in the tiny parking lot, it may not be the easiest to get to...but you should definitely try to. For years now, I've driven by this humble stand and recently, I finally decided to try it. On first bite I haven't missed much, but I've definitely missed something. The burger is as plain as they come. There's nothing special about it. Bun, meat, some poorly chopped up veggies...but there's something about that combo that just works. It doesn't need a special sauce or some fancy seasoning, it's just a burger and sometimes that's all you need for a good lunch. The patty is interesting though...it tastes like it's been cooked on a flatop that's been around for decades. I always get cheeseburgers and didn't realize their pastrami burger did not come with cheese. It was plain and dry, but that ended up being a good thing cause I was able to taste the patty for what it is. If I had one complaint about the burger, it was the bun. To borrow a phrase, the bun is cromulent. After being wrapped in paper on my way back to the office, the bun had gotten squished...a little bit soggy. Instead of being that toasted, brown color, it was rather pallid and pale. If there was any kind of upgrade or something special added to the burger, it'd be the bun...this is where a brioche or some kind of sesame seeded bun would make things better. I ended up getting their combo meal, which came with fries and a drink. Bonus points for a burger stand to offer jamaica. Maybe the best part of my meal was their fries. Think McDonalds fries, but crispier. You get end up getting a bag full of it when you take it to go and that in itself was a meal. I got it with their seasoning salt and man do those flavors shine. I probably should have shaken up the bag a bit before eating, but if you just want a good plate of fries, this is the place to go. I think I just missed the lunch rush so my order was made fairly quickly, by some very nice people behind the window. Another plus to this Toluca Lake institution. If you just want to find a classic, uncomplicated burger, you don't have to look very far...it's at the burger stand you should have been ordering from all along.

    Chili cheese fries are a super treat, shareable size but you don't have to share if you don't want :)
    Brissia J.

    Old school now fuss no muss grilled burgers (they also have burritos and other offerings but this review is on the burgers only atm) Now this is the best burgers in North Hollywood imho - fresh ingredients, non greasy beef and crunchy always cooked right bacon. Their fries at bomb but the onion rings are crazy good! Also a big fan of their thousand island dressing. The flavor profiles take me back to 20years back when places like Burger King or Carls Jr used to be good and cared about quality. Jacks is indeed a classic burger through and through . You won't be disappointed. The service is always on point and don't be surprised if there is a bit of a line - it's THAT GOOD!

    Dee R.

    Haven't been here for several years. Back in the day this place was one of the best spots to get a well made burger. Well not today! We ordered 3 cheeseburger combos and spent 40 dollars wouldn't have complained if the burger was decent. Dry ass burger with 3 thick ass onion slices. I would be surprised if there was a tablespoon of mayo and I teaspoon of ketchup on that burger! What ever the amount it was only in the center of the bread! Don't get me started on the over seasoned over cooked fries!! Horrible to being nice! Spent 40 dollars and asked for 1 ranch... JUST 1 and man with the glasses said 50 cents!!! Bro for real??? I then asked if he put the peppers in the bag and with a tone he responded with a not yet! I ate two bites and asked my sweet husband to eat a second meal so our daughters money didn't go to waste! We will go to Toms who make a better burger... p.s the soda was flat and my daughter didn't touch her fries!! What a waste of money!!!

    Bacon Double Cheeseburger combo
    Khanh N.

    By far, one of the best hamburger spots, I have been to. I ordered the bacon double cheeseburger combo. The hamburger was gigantic. The beef patties were cooked well. But the highlight of the show was the crispy and crunchy bacon. You often get limp bacon. Not at Jack's Classic though. The french fries were very reminiscent of McDonald's. You can take that information as you like.

    Cheese burger
    Pepper B.

    The fourth star is for the fact that the cooks are very fast and friendly. Nice place. Bad location. You have a view of the freeway or a 7-11. I'd like to know how long this place has been here. I didn't see an established 19... or Since 19.... They should add that if it's not up. The cheeseburger is alright. It's your basic 50s style burger maybe something you'd get at a Ruby's nowadays. Not a lot of seasoning. Fries seemed the frozen kind but were served piping hot! If I want a 50s style cheeseburger. I'm going to In n Out. It's just a better burger.

    Breakfast burrito
    Athena M.

    Great lil spot for a quick bite. Not too greasy, very tasty, and I can imagine it'll be even better when curing a hangover! I got the breakfast burrito and it's really tasty. The guy inside was nice but it was real hard to hear him between the glass and the freeway noise in the background (obvs not his fault tho!)

    Double cheeseburger combo
    Alexander L.

    Absolutely love this place! The seasoning on the fries is top tier and they're crinkle cut

    The Patty and Egg with everything breakfast with an ice tea. Hit the spot!!!
    Johann D.

    I was driving through the neighborhood and remembered Jack's was there decided to try one of their breakfast items - "Patty and Egg" which is basically their hamburger with a fried egg. I got their 10 min earlier than their opening but the guy said he'd be open soon, a short wait and I got my order in. Glad I came by and tried it, it hit the spot! Delicious! I recommend going to Jack's for all their other menu items but if you feel like a burger for breakfast, go get their Patty and egg with everything on it! It was a nice chilly morning sitting outside and Riverside blvd wasn't busy yet so it was a very pleasant meal Al fresco.

    Bacon Cheese Burger Combo.

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    Jacks has, hands down, the best breakfast burrito in the valley! They cook it quick and I have never had a bad one in 10 years.

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    Eating here off and on for fifty years! They still have very good burgers. Double burger is amazing.

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    One of my favorite places to get a burger in the valley. Quick, great, and relatively inexpensive.

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    The best local spot, amazing burgers, good prices, and generous portions. Super friendly workers and bomb food!

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    The food was really good and surprisingly cheap! After one burger I wanted to go back and order another!

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    Very juicy and fresh tasting!!! Very well priced and will be coming back! Fries were hot and fresh as well!

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