This place is really good if your craving pastrami. Their pastrami is soft and tender. Usually I order the pastrami fries as they pack a ton of pastrami on it. read more

The Hat was amazing and good. Customer service is great and the team is always there for us. The chili cheese pastrami's fries and a soda is very filling too. read more

Quantity was amazing. Quality was perfect. Went back to try their Tuna Melt. It was excellent. Will definitely go back.

It's always 5 's! We Love the pastrami, chili fries & the onion rings!! This place never disappoints. I totally recommend! read more

The Hat - The Hat! - Fast Food Near Me - Upland, California

If you like pastrami and chili you may like this place.They give you a lot of food .The price is a tad High in my opinion but the amount of food they give you it may be worth it. We've been here several times . I remember coming here decades ago the area has changed a bit .The service is friendly and courteous and they cook up your order in no time .There's plenty of tables inside and outside to enjoy your meal.The handicap stalls are close to the front entrance. read more

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I've never been to this location. Clean inside and out and no wait! Order was taken quickly and food was ready in a flash. Thin strips of pastrami on fresh bread with mustard and pickles. read more

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This place is super fast and love the customer service. They were so attentive to my son who was under the weather. Definitely returning! read more

The Hat - Fast Food Near Me - Upland, California

Iconic stop on the food journey that is LA! Hard to beat the service super fast and efficient! Make it a priority!

Pastrami is my favorite... I love a good pastrami sandwich use to like coming here for lunch the portions are not the same and they raised the prices but it's still worth the money if your a pastrami lover like myself... The Roast Beef Sandwich is good also with the Chili Cheese Pastrami Fries but my overall favorite is the French Dip World Famous Pastrami Sandwich it's some of the best pastrami around town.... read more

The Hat - Pastrami Sandwich - Fast Food Near Me - Upland, California

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They can't miss.. literally. You can order anything on their menu, and I guarantee you that you'll love it. My favorite is the pastrami chili cheese fries ‍ read more

The pastrami dip is fire. The chilli cheese fries are gigantic. I went drive through , the cashier was friendly. read more

My son went to The Hat in Upland a week ago. He ordered two Pastrami sandwich's. We only received one sandwich. We live in La Verne and didn't want to go back to Upland to get the missing sandwich. Tonight, my son called and let them know our name was on the list and he was on his way to get the missing sandwich. They told him that "Bette" was in last week and had already been picked up. So is this the game of not giving you what was owed? I will be calling in the morning to speak to a manager. read more

We dropped by after coming home late from Oogie Boogie bash and my fiancé and I used to come by all the time when we lived in SoCal but this time it seemed different. Maybe I over glorified it back then but having it this time, I thought it was just okay. We ordered the pastrami chili cheese fries and while the pastrami was good, the chili was okay, like it was just sauce and not much "chili" and the fries we a tad hard. I'd probably come back again just for nostalgia or after drinking but this place is just alright. You could probably make their stuff on your own and have it taste better. read more

The Hat - Chili Fries with pastrami! - Fast Food Near Me - Upland, California

my first time. delicious pastrami sandwich! portions are large. we got onion rings but we saw several orders of pastrami fries. read more

The Hat - Pastrami Sandwich - Fast Food Near Me - Upland, California

Love the Pastrami and fries and all they serve great meal at the end of a day of work

Everyone knows about the Pastrami and the Chili Cheese Fries, but I've been going to this place since the 80's and the fact that the Double Chili Cheeseburger (for like 8 bucks even now ) doesn't get the love it deserves makes me feel alone in this world read more

I've been here tons of times and it's normally always great. Tonight I came in and ordered a pastrami burger with extra cheese and avocado. Extra charge of 1.60 for avocado and 1.99 for cheese. Already ridiculous but then I didn't get either. Burger was beyond burnt. Hate to rate this place low. They are usually amazing. read more

Certainly in my top two or three places to eat for the past three decades. The chili cheese fries, tuna or avocado sandwiches are my family's favorites. Great place to eat a little too much! read more

Yummy is all I have to say. Sandwich , chili and onions a cherry coke. What?! lol I live in Georgia so every time I come home it's the Hat read more

I loooooove this place! I'm a huge pastrami fan so I can't think of a better place to indulge my desires! The Pastrami dip sandwich is on a fresh and soft hoagie roll...loaded with meat and pickles and mustard. I skip the pickles and mustard and add onion and Mayo. You do you! I do it like that. It is always always hot and fresh! Usually, I am the only girl in here and the restaurants always full of men. But today there were women in front of me and women behind me and another group of women walked in right after that. So I guess we are starting to figure out that pastrami sandwiches are for girls too. sounds like a funny commentary but just my observations over the past few years. If you get fries or onion rings just know that it's enough for two people. Maybe even three. My son loves the gravy fries. And I just watched a Family devour the chili fries. So just be warned that it's a huge quantity. There are several locations and I have visited most of them. If you're in the area and you're looking for a pastrami sandwich you cannot miss this place. So... Go! What are you waiting for? read more

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I've been eating pastramis from the Hat for decades. They still put out a great product and customer service is great

The Hat has been on my bookmark list for quite some time. Not this particular location, but when I saw that one was in the area, I removed whatever city the other bookmark was and added Upland. As soon as you walk in, you immediately get team vibes behind a long counter where they all have their areas of focus. Family-like vibes. All of the employees worked closely together and understood each other's muffles under COVID-19 masks (11/17/20). I didn't know it then, but The Hat's working environment during this whole pandemic mess strangely reminds me of the message that Glenn Close's character said in "Hillbilly Elegy." Maybe they work together so well "'cause family's the only thing that means a goddamn." I stood there watching them and told my elementary-aged girls to do the same. But unfortunately they started fighting because they were so hungry. Lol. So for $35.48, you could have the following: + large fries + 3 Orange Bangs + a cheeseburger + a hot dog + a famous pastrami sammy The girls and I all drooled over the pastrami... I mean there was so much of it that we really didn't have to fight over it. Same with the "meh" fries. Yeah, meh. They were not the hot and fresh type that we hoped for. One daughter enjoyed her burger and had very little left over. The other girl didn't enjoy her hot dog so much. There is plenty of parking. A drive-thru. The indoor dining area is closed, but the restrooms are open if you plan to eat outside. The tables outside barely have any shade - just a fair warning as it still gets hot in mid-November in Upland. read more

The Hat - 11/17/20 - Fast Food Near Me - Upland, California

Outstanding food. Their pastrami sandwich is delicious. So good. What makes the sandwich are the pickles and mustard. Yummy. The pastrami is thinly cut. Paper thin. Love it. Their onion rings are good too. A small order is actually large. They give you a generous amount of onion rings. Restaurant is clean. Lots of seating. It's spacious. Service is service. Nothing special. I came here for the food. read more

The hat deliverers perfect back to basics budget friendly burgers, sandwiches and sides the whole family it always satisfied for around $30 tops we love this place read more

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If you try The Hat there are certain things on the menu that are a must have. Chili cheese fries or wet fries and a pastrami sandwich. The chili is the best I have ever had. The employees are always welcoming and the restaurant is always clean. read more

Always a delicious treat on cheat days. I don't come here often, but when I do, I make sure to eat deliciously. I appreciate the friendly staff because they get the line moving quickly. Food is always made to order and done exactly how you ask for it. read more

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What a Gem!!!!when I think Pastrami's I Only think of the Hat ,and specifically this location ,the service & Food go above and beyond what your taste buds could handle ,it's like an explosion of flavor TOWN USA ,and a blast to the peaceful past with thee nostalgic ambience,there's enough room for 80 or so people,they have drive thru if you prefer that method,they are quick to take your order either way you choose ,and just as fast as you place your order ,that's how fast the food comes out nice and hot,delicious thin sliced juicy pastrami meat perfectly cooked and seasoned ,nice fresh soft bread and if you haven't tried their onion rings ,or any other side you should it's enough to feed your whole family lol,Y'all rock & roll,my mother came from Ga and said your pastrami is better then a well known spot out there called VARSITYS.BLESSINGS read more

The Hat - Fast Food Near Me - Upland, California

Did love the chili cheese fries, get both pickles and tomatoes! They're massive so bring an appetite for two or another person. Now onto the pastrami - I got the classic and was disappointed. The bun was plain, dry, and untoasted. The pastrami had good flavor but super fatty. This was my first time at The Hat, I've heard about it and their World famous pastrami for awhile now. I was visiting a friend in Upland and was excited at the opportunity to finally try it out. I'd go again for the fries or to give it a second shot. read more

The Hat - Chili cheese fries with pickles and tomatoes! And pastrami sandwich. - Fast Food Near Me - Upland, California

Great food if you know you know ! Best pastrami sandwiches. Chili cheese fries are bomb. The portions are huge and worth the price. Service is great and fast. Staff is friendly and helpful if you've never been there before. Great ambience, family friendly. Highly recommend. read more

A memory of my childhood but I don't live in the area anymore nice to know somethings never change, the service was great the food was fabulous... I can't wait for my next visit!!! Sorry didn't get any photos read more

When I tell you that GREAT customer service makes all the difference in the overall experience of a restaurant for me, I'm not lying. I placed a phone order for 17 people who were waiting to enjoy "Pastrami in the Park" at noon. I had the good fortune to speak with a very chipper and helpful employee named Jessie. She went over my varied order twice to make certain it was correct. I mentioned that I would be taking the order to the park and she quickly added "Ok, well I'll make sure to pack plenty of condiments, yelliw chilies, paper plates and napkins. Everything will be hot and ready for you at 11:30am!" When we arrived, we stepped to the counter, Jessie heard me tell another employee that I was there for a large phone order, she came right over and said that everything was being packed up and would be ready in 5 minutes. Like a Swiss watch, BOOM, 5 minutes later we were out the door! Everyone loved their food and especially loved that their fries, chili fries and onion rings were still hot n delicious!! Jessie and her team are a true credit to your business and are the bar for top notch customer service!! Ps...the entire order was correct, nothing missing! read more

The Hat - Jessie is top shelf!! - Fast Food Near Me - Upland, California

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It was ok for what it was. Unfriendly service definitely like others have said. They weren't rude. More like just there for the paycheck. More hype than it actually was. Pastrami was ok. A little dry. Hubby liked the roast beef with the gravy. Kids liked the burgers. Fries were ok. All in all its one of those places that you come to try. Nothing really to bring us back. read more

Best pastrami sandwich I ever had. It's super tender, juicy and the buns are soft. Service was great. They are fast! read more

The Hat - Inside of restaurant - Fast Food Near Me - Upland, California

The hat is good for greasy sober food. If you're drunk, I recommend this place pastrami fries are really good burgers are really fresh fast in the area is very low-key read more

The food is great but check your order. Placed a large order and they missed one of the sandwiches. Cost me $16. It was the drive thru and not convenient for me to go back. 2nd time this has happened. Last time I was able to drive back this time I was not able to. read more

Always a reliable source for pastrami sandwiche. The size has gotten little smaller but still a great taste!!

The Hat is near and dear to my heart. It was my first job when I was 14 years old back in the day! I worked at the original one in Alhambra on the corner of Valley & Garfield in Alhambra where I grew up. My family still lives in Alhambra and still frequent The Hat often so when they come to visit me in Ontario we always go to the one in Upland. My Momma loves a good pastrami sandwich, and so do I! So today Mom and Dad were visiting and here we are! Is it great? You betcha! Nevahhhhh disappoints! After all....they've been doing pastrami sandwiches for over 65 years! Honestly....I've been here easily a couple hundred times and every time is pure satisfaction. Here's why: *Pastrami: it's unlike any pastrami you'll have. It's tender. It's juicy. It's savory. It's packed with tons of flavor and they pile that pastrami on. No stinginess here my friends. I like mine on rye bread with mustard and pickles and au jus on the side. But you can order it on a French roll. Extra pickles? No problem. I always ask for a container on the side and they give me tons. The au jus is super rich and tasty. I advise getting it on the side so you can dunk each bite and savor that rich flavor. Just damn yummy! *Potato Salad: I'm going to admit it's not my favorite. I'm a potato salad snob. It's one of my favorite foods. But for fast food potato salad it will pass. It's super creamy. Has a sweet lush balanced taste that I love to counterbalance the pastrami. *Efficiency: I wanted to bring this point up because in all my years coming here they have never gotten my order wrong. Everything is always fresh hot and ON POINT. There's truly a reason they've been in business over 65 years! *Safety: All employees had masks on and everyone is friendly. I love that they have yellow chili peppers to nosh on with your pastrami. And they have tons of condiments....including relish and horseradish. And they always give me plenty. I didn't get French fries today but when you do they fill up the bag for you. And they're delish. It was a truly enjoyable sandwich today! Keep doing what you guys do and I will keep a comin' back! read more

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I come here regularly about twice or three times a month. Food is always delicieous, i get the pastrami and fries. Friendly service except an older lady who insist I can only get a few ketchups bags for my Fries, I think she is the ketchup security control lady. i just ask for more ketchup from another server who cheerfully gives me more. read more

The pastramis are huge and full of flavor. I love this place and they are quick with getting your order ready.

After watching an Instagram reel about how The Hat is the best chili cheese fries in California, I quickly made my way over to one. Luckily, I was within 10 minutes of one and decided to treat myself. I consulted my friend and The Hat enthusiast Chris about what to order. "Their pastrami dip is pretty decent... I always get chili cheese fries with pastrami on top and a side of gravy...Their onion rings are pretty good" Because I'm a bad listener and have shitty memory, I did not get exactly his suggestions. I ordered a pastrami sandwich and chili cheese fries. The pastrami sandwich was so good, but I definitely wish I got the dip with it. The chili cheese fries were good, but I wish there was more salt as the fries that were drowned under the chili didn't seem to soak enough flavor from it. I will definitely be back for the pastrami and will maybe actually try one of the combinations that my good friend Chris suggested and loves. read more