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    Lancers Restaurant

    3.5 (701 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    LANCERS RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    HH menu
    Odilia T.

    This location has a very cool hidden bar in the back sort of a speakeasy and a cool happy hours menu. I plan to come back and experience the happy hour. Cheers!

    Angel B.

    Lancers is the place you have driven by for years and wondered what it was all about. Well, I am here to tell you that Lancers is an old-school diner with a nostalgic feel. There is plenty of seats and plenty of parking. The menu is not really considered cheap, but it is not expensive either. Most everything is closer to $20.00 a plate. We stopped in for breakfast and I ordered the French toast with bacon and eggs for $17.99. My guy had ham and eggs with toast. Portions were decent and everything was just okay. There was nothing bad, but nothing that really stood out either. They offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner and seem to cater more toward older folks and families looking for a simple diner experience. Plenty of parking, which is a plus. Overall, it was fine for a casual meal but not something I'd go out of my way for. Next time I will order a burger.

    Meatloaf with baked potato and corn
    Erina P.

    Stopped by here recently for the first time in several years, and was surprised by how much I loved it! Lancers shares a lot with several other stores and when I went for dinner, there was plenty of parking. The menu was quite large, and they have daily dinner specials. I considered getting the prime rib special but landed on the meatloaf dinner. The dinner came with soup or salad, a potato dish, the daily vegetable, and a slice of bread. There was so much food! Everything tasted pretty average, but you're not going to a family restaurant for bib gourmand food anyways. I thought the price was great for the amount of food that was given, and I had some leftovers at the end of my meal. Our server was very attentive and friendly, and all of the workers seemed to be getting along with each other, which always feels good to see at a workplace. Definitely going to return to try some of their other stuff!

    Almost cold mashed potatoes, totally overcooked carrots and tasteless hard liver.
    Udo M.

    I had been going there for quite some time, and in general I thought the food wasn't bad. Service is, in general, very friendly, and the place is, in general, quite clean. Nevertheless, after today's lunch with a friend of mine, I decided to pass on going there. My friend and I met there for lunch. She had a burger with onion rings, and I had one of my favourites, Liver and onions, and veggies with mashed potatoes and gravy ( without the onions). But today I just finally realized it's time for me to move on. The last time I was there, when I had eggs Benedict, they were quite bad, and the waiter got on my wrong side by slamming the bill on our table when we barely finished. And it wasn't very busy there. Jesus Christ stop being so pushy. It felt like, "yeah, you guys ate now get the hell out of here". Today, my friend liked her food, but mine was the liver dish. One of the worst I have ever had. The mashed potatoes were almost cold, the carrots so overcooked that they would have been perfect as baby food. And the liver, tasteless and hard, and that for 19-some Dollars. That's it, I think I spend my money where the food is worth the money, and I, as a customer, won't feel that much pressure to pay and go.

    Diane K.

    We went to Lancer in Burbank for a family lunch on Thanksgiving Day which was yesterday. (11/27/2025). My brother especially wanted to come here, so we visited, and we all enjoyed our meal. I ordered the Prime Rib Thanksgiving special, my brother had the Turkey plate, and my mom ordered an omelette. Everything tasted good. The Thanksgiving specials came out like a course meal -- you could choose either soup or salad to start, and for dessert, you could pick between pecan pie or pumpkin pie. But, they didn't have pecan pie yesterday, so I had the pumpkin pie, and it was very soft and delicious. One thing -- the service was friendly and kind, but when I ordered my prime rib medium well-done, it came out medium rare, which surprised me. I asked them to cook it a bit more, but even after that, it still had a noticeable red center, so I requested one more re-cook. Sometimes when I say "medium well," people think I said "medium rare," so I made sure to say "medium well-done," but it still came out rare at first, which was a bit frustrating. However, the staff handled everything kindly and professionally, and they recooked it twice. They kept checking to see if we needed anything, even though the restaurant was extremely busy and packed with people yesterday. The portions here are generous, and this place has been a nostalgic spot for our family for years. We hadn't been back for almost 10 years, so it felt special to visit again.

    Storefront (08/28/25). @LancersFamilyRestaurant #Burbank #AmericanFood #Diner #Lounge
    Jeff B.

    (Drank/Tookout 08/28/25 TH @ 6:00pm): Lounging with family at this restaurant... no lance required! I've driven by Lancers Family Restaurant & Lounge (the "lounge" part was recently added the past couple of years) for decades. Yet, only now I finally made it inside to avoid traffic on the way home and picked up dinner at the same time. Originally opened as Pages restaurant in 1962, Lancers became the name of this family restaurant in 1969. Since then, it became an important piece of the food scene that now included a lounge. This was a nostalgic staple diner in the Los Angeles area. Lancers has been a classic for many locals since their opening almost 60 years ago. Owned by Stuart "Stu" Weisfeld, Lancers has maintained its classic aura without losing the quality or feel of an unforgettable diner. The newly-opened Lancers Lounge was inclusive of a full-service bar with TVs for all sport fans. Would I lance my way in the future to lounge around at this family restaurant!? PURCHASE(S) Elysian Brewing Co. Space Dust IPA Beer 8.2% ABV 16floz Draft ($8.00): Hazy amber color, citrusy fruity hoppy aroma, light body, citrusy fruity hoppy flavor, smooth finish, and citrusy fruity hoppy aftertaste. Always a lovely brew! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=p_oW4DKJqcl_e3HFW7J1QQ Mexican Night House Margarita Cocktail ($8.00): Refreshing but nothing special... especially when I made tasty top-shelf cocktails at home. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=r2iLBTUzgmL7c-Ddu2vEmA Buffalo Cauliflower ($8.99 HH): Breadcrumbed with buffalo dipping sauce, these were basic in nature. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=VCb1-yz2NBC7QoueSYh0nw Lancers Burger ($16.99): A medium-cooked patty, lettuce, and tomato, this was a very simple burger with little flavor. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=2YeTeK7cIXzvPhjhFVVMCA [ONION RINGS/STRAWS/STRINGS ALERT - 2.5 of 5.0 STARS] Onion Rings Substitute Side ($3.00): A half-dozen rings, these were hot, golden brown, crunchy, and had a tendency to crumble when bitten into while the onion ring (not sweet Maui) stayed intact. They were oily, messy, and only decent. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=5XXqVfT0EfTW7DLPV6-YkA SERVICE Tanya the bartender casually greeted me as I entered and grabbed a barstool. I quickly ordered a draft beer (and then a cocktail), my dinner, and settled in as I listened to various conversations, chatted with Tanya, and about 20 minutes later my food was packed and ready to go. Everything was simple and straightforward - thank you! PARKING (FREE) Located in a large open strip mall, there were ample spots - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE The restaurant was spacious and had a ton of booths, chairs and tables as well as counter dining, and plenty of natural lighting entered through the many large windows while multiple electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. The lounge https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=JhqIJFed_hdFzxp_wDaIag was more closed-knit and communal with zero amount of natural lighting while dimly-lit electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There were several TVs throughout while rock music quietly played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=LCo1QhVU-73_O0xWAuNPHA ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I was happy to finally try Lancers Family Restaurant & Lounge, but the first impressions weren't the best. As much as I appreciated diners, lounges, and general nostalgia, the food was passable, the drinks selections were rudimentary, and the prices were decent, while the service was lackadaisical and straightforward. I appreciated the specialty cocktails https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=ZjbFIFqzqE0QxQ7IIHDSUA and promotional menus https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=IiRyKgwXjKY4CYL1tEvVgg to try and drive more revenue. However, the sentiment felt hollow. I found good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $50.00 BEFORE any discounts/tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 3.0 STARS

    Machaca breakfast
    Molly R.

    This landmark restaurant has been here since 1962 and the food is always delicious and plenty, old fashioned foods , servings and great employees !! Walking in is nostalgic , comforting and welcoming Love this place and they always have specials so check it out and you'll be amazed

    Appetizer platter
    C N.

    Lancers has such large and extremely delicious appetizers and meals with such a huge variety! Our waiter was super knowledgeable and kind! And the booths were comfortable. We will visit this restaurant many more times!

    New York Cut Steak with raw center.
    Chris Y.

    My coworkers wanted to go to Lancers. I planned not to eat a meal. I ordered the fried zucchini and was instantly disappointed. The cook needs to be fired. A 10 year old could do better than this. The waitress was very apologetic. She sent it back and a new batch was made. Some of it was a little better but a few of the zucchini were ice cold in the center. I wasn't charged for the appetizer. Who is managing the people? Hire someone that takes pride in cooking food.

    The grilled patty melt and steak fries
    Joe-Anne M.

    We were out shopping at lobby hobby and thought.Let's just stop here.My friend had never been to lancers before, and I love their food.It gives you a down home comfort vibe. It's always nice and clean.The staff are very customer service oriented.Sometimes it tends to get extremely busy.They also have a bar with a happy hour.So that makes it super nice.The food you just have to come and check it out.And judge for yourself, but it is delicious

    Belgium waffle
    Pier P.

    I have heard good things about Lancers but hadn't been. Roomy booths. A genuine old time diner with friendly service and a lot of options. Strong coffee! I had the Belgian waffle (perfection) and my son had a tuna melt. He took half home as it was definitely a big sandwich and came with steak fries! Divine! We will be back.

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    Is delivery available?

    Yes Laura we offer delivery through our website: https://lancersfamilyrestaurant.com/order

    Do you offer a Thanksgiving dinner? How much will it cost?

    Hi Philip - yes we do offer Thanksgiving dinner, please check our menu in November on our website: https://lancersfamilyrestaurant.com/menu/

    Is your bar open for business?

    The bar area is still being remodeled I was told, but you can order drinks.

    Do they not have the lunch specials anymore? The menu pics are all older and the new owners have had it less then that right?

    Yes they still do have the lunch specials 🤗

    Did you get rid of the Monte Cristo?

    They still have Monte Cristos

    Does lancers have new owners?

    Yes.

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