I must have driven past The Ramp hundreds of times on my way to and from Burbank Airport without ever noticing it. Now it's become a destination in its own right. Getting into the parking lot is a little tricky, but once you step inside, you feel like you've discovered a hidden gem. The Ramp has the cozy, upscale dive-bar vibe that's hard to pull off: warm lighting, exposed brick, knotty pine walls, and an atmosphere that immediately makes you feel at home. A friend had been urging me to try it, and I'm so glad I finally did. I was there with two friends, and every single dish we ordered was outstanding--not to mention one of the best martinis I've had in a long time. As luck would have it, we arrived on Taco Tuesday, when tacos are just $2 each. We sampled several, and every one was excellent, especially the fish taco. I'm also a longtime fan of sanddabs, a dish that's become surprisingly hard to find. My gold standard has always been the version at Musso & Frank Grill, and I'm happy to say The Ramp's was every bit as satisfying. Even the simple side salad was so fresh and flavorful that it stood out on its own. The Ramp may be easy to miss from the street, but once you've found it, you'll understand why people keep coming back. I know I will. read more

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The Ramp has been suggested a few times, but the location really throws you off, under the freeway and in front of a expressway entrance. Okay, buddy. This year I didn't celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday. As a mom for over 30 years, I don't want to wait in line, eat in a crowded restaurant, and have my children pay for overpriced food. So, one of my spawns, on Monday said let's grabbed lunch. Whatever you want, sushi, ramen, Korean bbq. I said let's go HH at the Ramp. My child couldn't believe it, but Matriarch ruled. We went with no expectations. We had several $4 margaritas, wings, mozzarella sticks, cheese bread, nachos, and split a cheeseburger with fries. Everything was pretty decent if not delicious. The wings were well done (our preference), the mozzarella sticks had a nice cheese pull, the nachos, were baked but each chip was crispy and fresh, the burger was good (soft artisanal bun), the fries were decent steak fries ( I'm not a fan of steak fries). The margaritas were on the rocks and made with margarita mix. they seemed like they would sneak up on you. Still tasty. Staff were attentive and great! The best part we spent under $100.00 w/tip! I'm looking forward to our next visit and try their pastas and other items. Great place for HH. read more

This is one of my very favorite local spots to go for lunch. The service is fantastic and the lunch prices are very reasonable. Happy hour goes all day so if you sit in the bar area cocktails or dirt cheap. I will definitely be returning soon. read more

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Wonderful first visit at the Ramp. Came here for their $2 taco Tuesday promotion. The tacos were Good and filled with meat. The chips came with beans and multiple salsas, which I enjoyed. The service was attentive and friendly, and the vibe was relaxed and pleasant. Happy hour is Monday-Friday 12-7pm and all day on weekends. Happy hour menu has plenty of drinks and food to choose from, starting at $6. read more

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Thanks Yelp Friends, I finally made it to The Ramp! Hubs and I came in for a Halloween dinner after our party plans got sidelined - all dressed up and no where to show! Save for The Ramp, so away we goooo! Alexis was a FANTASTIC server! So knowledgable and allowed us plenty of time to enjoy some apps and drink specials, guided us through the menu and his suggestions and even took a pic of us and shared some local history! BRAVO! The HH specials are 2pm - 7pm EVERYDAY! The Lemon Drop was not only delicious, it was well poured! Only 2, 3 would've have me on the floor! Hubs went with a Mai Tai to start and said it was also good and plenty strong. After 1 he switched to coffee! We started with Potato Skins before moving onto our entrees. For me, Trout Almandine with fresh veg and the rice pilaf was a delightful treat. Hubs selected the Beef Ravioli in meat sauce and was very happy with his choice. We also went with the garlic cheese bread Alexis suggested and found it better than The Smokehouse! Prices were fair and the place was hopping with locals and regulars - most of which Alexis knew. This is definitely a friendly neighborhood spot that has been serving delicious meals since 1962. The owner still works the tables and is as busy and as friendly as he requires his staff to be. We look forward to returning and wish we hadn't taken so long to arrive. Cheers! "CC" read more

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I dined in here before anticipating another good experience so I decided to comeback. Free valet parking & limited space but was able to get one. The hostess greeted us with a smile & was seated in 15 minutes. We've ordered pasta & fish, however my friend specifically mentioned food allergies but still found garlic on the vegetables. waiter apologized but no empathy when informed us that "I told the kitchen." It also took 45 minutes before our order was served. Moreover, ambience is noisy with the table of girls laughing so loud. I'll probably think further if I'm going back. read more

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We were staying at an Airbnb nearby and decided to give The Ramp a try. They have a decent sized parking lot that was empty on a Saturday for dinner. The inside of the restaurant is quite dark, so we had trouble seeing the menu and our food throughout the night. Our party shared the zucchini fritti and garlic cheese bread. The garlic cheese bread was addicting, and we were full from this before our actual meals came! I shared the salmon salad and chicken parm. I was very impressed by the salmon because it was very moist! The chicken parm portion was huge and overall flavorful. We had more than enough leftovers for the next day. Food was excellent and I would definitely be back if in the area! Service could have been a little better. Some of us didn't have utensils at first, which took awhile to get, even after appetizers came out. Some of us also ran out of water during the meal. read more

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Close to my hotel and airport. Great Happy Hour times. All day on the weekend. Initially looked like great prices for California. Food ok to good. Service was inconsistent. We were overcharged but it was handled right away. They seemed a little fluttered. Cool bar atmosphere. Free valet parking. read more

Came here for happy hour with a large group. The waitstaff was super accommodating and friendly! Happy hour is only in the patio and bar area. Prices are very good. Lots of parking in their lot but it can get packed so come early. Great spot for watching the game on tv. Cosmo - Whoo! This was so delicious and STRONG but in a not gross way! They fill those martini glasses to the tippy top too so be careful! Don't be a klutz like me and spill 2 bucks all over yourself! Cheese Flatbread - Had that "cheap" pizza taste that you don't really mind and eat the whole thing anyways. A good size for 1 or 2 if you're sharing multiple apps. Would definitely come back if I'm in the area! read more

The Ramp Restaurant & Bar - Cheese flatbread pizza - Italian Near Me - Burbank, California

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Wow! My first visit to The Ramp was amazing. We got seated immediately on the patio by the hostess and had excellent service from Alex. The staff was very friendly, the food was delicious, and this was the best $7 Jalapeño Margarita I've had. I'm pretty sure the rim was salted with Lucas, not Tajín. The Chicken Picatta and Halibut were exceptional choices. Happy Hour is available Monday-Friday 2-7 PM and 4-7 PM on weekends. read more

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Great Happy Hour with super drink & food prices- cool, cozy bar with old time ambiance. Great staff & service

Amazing food 10/10 get the sea food doesn't dissonant and they have happy hour! I really enjoyed that they had happy hour and we were able to get flatbread pizza and mozzarella sticks! read more

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I hidden gem ! Literally under a freeway ramp ! Our server , Alexis , was wonderful . He was very courteous , polite, and offered us great suggestions since it was our first time there. His drinks were great and the pasta , appetizers and desserts were all delicious. I was not expecting all of this from under the freeway ramp . We have since returned and it's been great every time . read more

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First of all, I want to say that I am a true food connoisseur. In my family, my mother owned a famous restaurant in Guadalajara, so I know how to recognize a great restaurant. I 100% recommend The Ramp Bar and Grill in Burbank, California. My husband and I are very knowledgeable about authentic Italian and Mexican cuisine, and there is no other restaurant in all of Los Angeles and the surrounding areas that offers food as delicious as this place. The service is outstanding and provided by the owner, Mr. Jesus Licon, who was constantly checking to make sure we had everything we needed. Our waitress, Michelle, was also wonderful and provided excellent service. If you're looking for a family-friendly place with a pleasant atmosphere, amazing food, and top-quality service, this is the place to go. They also have delicious street tacos with out-of-this-world sauces. On Tuesdays, tacos are only $2.00 each--what more could you ask for? They are absolutely delicious! I 100% recommend The Ramp Bar and Grill, the best restaurant. therampburbank.com En primer lugar, quiero decir que soy una gran conocedora de la buena comida. Mi madre fue dueña de un famoso restaurante en Guadalajara, y puedo asegurarles que sé reconocer un buen lugar para comer. Recomiendo al 100% The Ramp Bar and Grill en Burbank, California. Mi esposo y yo somos expertos en auténtica comida italiana y mexicana, y no hay otro restaurante en todo Los Ángeles y sus alrededores que ofrezca una comida tan deliciosa como este. El servicio es excelente y está a cargo del propio dueño, el Sr. Jesús Licon, quien estuvo atento en todo momento para que no nos faltara nada, al igual que nuestra mesera, Michelle, quien nos brindó una atención maravillosa. Si buscan un lugar familiar, con un ambiente agradable, comida excepcional y un servicio de primera calidad, este es el lugar ideal. Además, tienen unos tacos callejeros deliciosos, acompañados de salsas espectaculares. Los martes, los tacos cuestan solo $2.00 cada uno. ¿Qué más se puede pedir? ¡Son riquísimos! Recomiendo al 100% The Ramp Bar and Grill, el mejor restaurante. therampburbank.com read more

The Ramp Restaurant & Bar - Street tacos the best and $2.00 on Tuesdays! - Italian Near Me - Burbank, California

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Fantastic dinners at this uniquely located spot in Burbank. Regularly enjoy the Sand Dabs dish that's a mild white fish with a lemon caper sauce. Also great appetizer selection to share with the table. A bar is located in the front of the establishment that seems popular with locals. Dine here at least once a month, and food is always yummy! read more

Every time we drive past this place we say we want to try it. Well today was the day. There are a few areas to dine in, when I made our reservation I chose the dining room, which is a cozy area in the back. We started with their cheese garlic bread which was yummy. I ordered the linguine pesto which has chicken, sun dried tomatoes, and artichoke in it. I must say it was delicious. My husband ordered their Saturday/Sunday Prime rib... let's just say he cleaned his plate. It was a good size cut of prime, baked potato and linguine. I am glad we finally decided to give them a try! Definitely be back! read more

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The Ramp ramped up its charm when we dropped by 3 weeks ago. We started off by having Manhattans (2 @ $12 ea.) Then some yummy fried zucchini ($10) and a bowl of minestrone ($10) Everything tasted great. Portions were more than ample. My Charbroiled Cheeseburger was GREAT and so were the accompanying fries. Abbe's Chamberoni a la Checca (sauteed large shrimp in olive oil, garlic, shallots, sun-dried tomatoes, roma tomatoes, hot peppers, with marinara sauce, served over linguine) was equally flavorful. And the breaded zucchini was...you guessed it: Great. Likewise the service. Even the crowd was colorful and interesting to observe. We're so glad we circled back to try this quirky, cozy little joint again. I hate to be repetitive but we really had a GREAT time. And I usually don't give 5 stars. But this time it's a no brainer! read more

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Nice hidden spot near the freeway. We were trying to look for a good happy hour so decided to try this place. We ordered three items on the happy hour menu. We got the Cheese Ravioli , Wings & the Garlic Cheese Bread. Portions were really small even for two people, like kid portion size so beware of that. We only got about 2 small wings each, 2 raviolis each and split the garlic bread. And we also split the pesto pasta. The pasta was ok. We still felt hungry after that so we had to eat somewhere else after. I have been to a lot of many different happy hours , I have never seen portions so small before . I think the prices should be lower for how much little food you get. However our server was very nice and attentive and the drinks were made beautifully and they were strong. I don't think I would come back for the food though just for the deal on the happy hour drinks. read more

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This is a great spot for old-school Italian. The wood and lighting is on the dark side. The staff is friendly and helpful. I really enjoy the beef lasagna. The portion is huge and reasonably priced. The clam chowder is also tasty. It's extremely buttery. My mother's favorite dish is the sand dab. She loves the buttery lemon sauce. read more

I'm so glad that this place decided to go on door dash. I hurt my back and stuck at home but wanted good food not fast food.We ordered and got the best meal ever!The meat sauce is to die for and don't even get me started on the chocolate mousse,wow so good. The garlic bread was a little burnt on the edges but all in all very good. Will definitely be doing this again. read more

I grew up in Burbank and would always drive by this place, but I never actually dined there until last night. Let's just say this is a hidden gem. The ambience is dark and cozy, casual vibe, with great background music. So dinner, we started off with the clam chowder soup on a Saturday night which was delicious, not too heavy. Followed by my personal choice, the halibut, my brother enjoyed the prime rib which is offered in a variety of sizes and my mom the salmon. All plates served abundantly and rich in flavor. Our server, I think her name was Michelle, was delightful. She was very engaging and made us feel right at home. I will definitely be back and bring some friends to watch a game at the bar area or have a nice seafood dinner. Ps- we tried the chocolate mousse for dessert, which they make in house!!! It was FIRE!!! read more

Frank is an amazing waiter and bartender. He's great at his job, friendly and jovial. Highly recommend this place.

Great food, good atmosphere. Wouldn't guess it from the outside. Ordered the pork chop (special) and calamari. Go try it read more

It was Thanksgiving night when I took my granddaughter out for dinner so I expected elevated noise and slower service because it was busy. My rating is based on my experience the night I went. Pros: It is a cute place. Very "neighborhood secret mom & pop" vibe. They have a decent happy hour menu and lots of tvs for sports watching. The crowd seemed to be a bit older (which I prefer as I am too). They offer free valet parking. They offered a traditional Thanksgiving dinner as well as their usual menu. The Caprese was good. Again, it was a holiday so I gave grace for that but here we go: Con's: The parking lot is micro sized. It is right next to the freeway onramp and a gas station so there isn't much real estate for a lot. I was definitely concerned my car would get dinged. Didn't happen though. I had reservations for two. I arrived on time with my OBVIOUSLY underage 13 yo granddaughter and the Hostess tried to seat us at a hightop in the bar area. If front of the giant tv showing football that grown people drinking were watching. Nope. I asked to sit in the restaurant area. Didn't want my granddaughter in the bar. Common sense, right? Several reviews mentioned slow service and it was busy so I expected that. But this is on a new level. We sat with closed menus for over 10 minutes waiting. The only reason the waiter came by was because he was setting up for a large party and finally noticed us. We ordered our appetizers, dinner, and drinks. Salads came out. Bagged salad with nothing added, blah. The appetizers. Then the main dish. Both of us had pasta dishes. The grand had spaghetti and I had cappalini pomodoro (sp?). Mine was the most bland dish ever! Not one bit of seasoning at all. No garlic. No basil. Nothing. What Italian place doesn't offer or put cheese on pasta???? I had to ask for Parmesan. There was no bread for the table. We had to ask a food runner for our drinks cause the server never brought them. No refills were offered. There are better places. read more

Italian sausage and pasta 4. Great sausage Capellini 3 Chocolate mouse 5.. must have.. homemade Spumoni 4 two big scoops Garlic bread yummy 4 Very nice service Food comes out quickly Bar section is large And two standard rooms read more

Normally one of our favorites for DELIVERY$$$$ We ordered our usual for lunch/dinner. The salmon was a fraction of what we normally get and beyond overcooked! Maybe it was meant for a small salad? I found it under a dollop of undercooked rice. This would have never passed dining in. The quantity of meat sauce on both the ravioli and the spaghetti entrees was pathetic especially considering you get no sides with it. On a good note the fried zucchini, garlic bread and the chocolate mousse were very good. A generous 2/5 read more

Consistent food and service keeps us coming back frequently. Prices have been lowered and quality has been maintained. Alex is a fantastic server and we enjoy when he is our sever. Highly recommend. read more

If you're looking for a Bar and restaurant not too far from the Burbank airport, you may enjoy this charming restaurant. Location is in a busy corner, so I can be easy to miss. When I first walked in, this place reminded me of a local neighborhood bar that offers a variety of comfort food in a comfortable, cozy atmosphere. We tried their pasta spaghetti and it was very tasty with pasta cooked to perfection. It was simple, but yummy and creamy. Service was quick as we ordered it to go. I'm looking forward to trying more dishes this place has to offer and will dine in next time. read more

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Good food and reasonable prices. The location entrance is a little awkward but I'll definitely go back.

Marvelous food and service. The garlic bread is so good! Fun place too, old time steak house vibes. My husband said the prime rib was excellent. read more

The bartender was very personable on Saturday night. A group of six sat at the bar and we had a great time. This place is cozy and quaint right before the freeway overpass. Definitely a divey treasure. They are attached to a restaurant which allegedly has delicious food! read more

The servers were extremely nice and the drinks/food were great! Please stop by and check it out. Such a great hole in a wall!

Food is always very good. Been going here about a year. Service tonight (taco Tuesday) was very slow. Seems like there's only 1 chef and waited 20 to 25 minutes for 2 salads. Wine pour is embarrassing. The amount in the glass is an insult. Maybe a 4 ounce pour for more than 10 bucks. First glass tasted flat. Had to get a fresh bottle opened. Don't order wine if you expect a decent size pour. Ambience- I told the manager that being a musician, it drives me crazy when they play 2 different background music tracks that overlap into the dining area. The bar music (being louder) comes right thru the open section space and is right on top of the lower ambience music in the dining area. Unfortunately, you can hear both! The staff seems tone deaf. Hard to hold a conversation. Can't believe the management thinks this is OK. Don't go here when it's crowded. It gets way too loud. 4 PM on a Monday seems to be good :-) read more

Had dinner here on a busy friday night but was able to find a nice table. We've ordered the DineLA menu to support the wildfire, we got the minestrone soup, salmon filled & lemon cheese cake. everything was appetizing, our server was also efficient and parking was enclosed to the place. Will comeback! read more

This is the place for great Italian. It's not that big, and the bar takes up a big part. When you enter, you enter via the bar. Once you go back to the main seating area, you will see small. Still, it works. The place was once owned by the mayor of Burbank, who knew! I can't recall the name of it then, nor do I care. The ambiance is okay, but any place that plays AC/DC Highway to Hell scores big points. I opened up with a shrimp cocktail.it arrived in a massive goblet with several plump and fresh shrimp. The cocktail sauce and lemon worked. My friend had the cheese garlic bread. He liked it. For the mains, my friend had Portfofino Pasta and really liked it. I went with Camberoni a la Checca. Which comes with shrimp, hot peppers, sundried tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, marinara sauce, garlic and shallots, over linguini. It's a bit spicy but not overbearing like Shrimp Diablo. The garlic was limited and didn't do damage to the dish. I asked them to remove the butter which they cook in, and they did. This dish was a home run. In my quest to find the best Italian place in LA without breaking the bank, and within realistic driving where most folks reside, i.e the valley, a bit of the outer areas and Santa Monica area, so far this is the best. Service is solid. I learned that one server, named Joaquin used to own a big time Mexican restaurant for 40 years but a partner drove the biz into the ground. Anyway he wasn't our server but a nice guy. The menu online prices are not accurate. For example the shrimp cocktail is 17.95, not the 13.95 they show. You will see a lot of steak options here, because back in the day, before it was The Ramp, it was a steak and seafood place. read more

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Food is good and excellent value. The bar can be crowded and noisy especially on a Friday night. Ambience in the restaurant area is nice.

Service and food were great but the value for the money is the best. I felt guilty paying only $17 for the Branzino lunch entree that was delicious and with generous portions of fish, rice and vegetables. All of the people in our party including my picky son were extremely satisfied with their orders as well. The food is great and the price is right! read more

Chicken piccata with a pasta side - 10/10 Skinny margarita - 10/10 Garlic cheese bread - 20/10 read more

I went in for happy hour. The specials were great! I had a few lemon drops and tried the zucchini and cheese bread. They were pretty good. The service from the bartender was great. Very attentive and friendly. Maybe I went in at the wrong time because the crowd was a bit loud. It was hard to listen to my tables conversation. My pizza also took a long time. It was good but I had to wait a long time for it. read more

I often say you can tell a lot about people by the reviews they write. I hope you can tell from mine that I *love* good food! The Ramp offers incredible food and drinks, plus attentive service. After two of our fave Italian restaurants closed, we went without for a few years. We learned about this place (on an episode of Rockford Files, no less!) and knew we had to try it. The dishes we've enjoyed here include Chicken Parmigiana, Garlic Cheese Bread, Side Salad, Seafood Combination, plus the Steak and Shrimp. All of the food was simply fantastic and priced appropriately. We've also had some desserts here and I can't recall what they were other than delicious! The warm atmosphere and romantic music in the dining room make for a great date night. I don't understand other reviewers' concerns about the valet. We've never had an issue. The parking lot is tiny and an economy with plenty of jobs is a healthy one. People need to work in a capitalist society; calm down. Since baseball season is getting started soon, we plan to come back and watch some Dodgers games in the bar. Whether you're looking for superb dining or a relaxed bar to watch your fave sport, you can't go wrong at The Ramp! read more

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