I haven't had arts since before the car crashed into the establishment! It's been a few years since I have had their burgers which I remember being super delicious. Today I went in for breakfast which I had never ordered before. I pulled up the drive through and there was only one car ahead of me. I ordered the egg and cheese sandwich (2 eggs) and I got it on sourdough bread. My son ordered a large big John. The cashier was very polite and offered salsa and yellow peppers. He gave us one salsa and 1 baggy of yellow peppers. I should've asked for another salsa because the one salsa was only enough for about half of the big John burrito. Price was $21 even for the big John burrito+ added potatoes and my egg and cheese sandwich. I really liked how the sand-which came with fresh lettuce and tomatoes and it's also nice having options for bread. My son LOVED the burrito. He only ate about half and said he was full so that means it's a good size burrito. I will say that my bread for my breakfast sandwich was very greasy and so I am wondering if next time I can say no mayo? Not sure if the grease was a combination of mayo and butter or only mayo. We ate in the car since we were in a hurry but they do have parking and a few tables to enjoy your meal there if you'd like. I need to come back and have a burger after all these years as well as an order or chili cheese or monster fries! read more

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Local favorite that is compared to In-N-Out. I'm so glad that it's close to home! I've met the owner, Art, and he is so friendly, funny, and hard-working. It's mostly a drive through a spot, but there is a walkout counter and they have seating outside with umbrellas in a shaded area. Their bathroom is also very clean as well. I believe they just opened online ordering, but their service is straight to the point. You really don't have to wait too long for your food! Food is fresh delicious and affordable! I've taken so many friends to the spot and it's right down the street from other fast food spots, but I definitely recommend this. Make sure to grab your burger, toasted and add pickles! I also love their fries extra crispy. To make it a full meal add a boysenberry shake! I'm thinking about my next meal, but I already visited last week. read more

Good food! Good prices as well. The chili cheese fries are big enough to be shared in addition to 2 cheeseburgers. Staff was friendly, and food came out fast. My only complaint is that this place charges a card fee when using a debit card, which is HIGHLY and offensively illegal under federal law and illegal with the major card network rules. I only noticed the day after, and of course this restaurant doesn't provide a receipt of purchase either. Be aware of this scam. read more

A very long overdue review but the food is delicious! The burger truly tastes like an in-n-out burger but a bit better since the meat seems a bit thicker. The fries kind of taste like mcdonald's fries in my opinion, but I like mcdonald's fries, so it's a plus. Service was great! They are attentive about what you order. Although, when we had gone the last time, there was a bit of a wait, about 25 minutes. There's seating outside and they also have a drive thru. Although I will say I feel like walking up to the window is faster than going through the drive thru :) read more

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So seeing this place on tic tok with long lines waiting to order, was pretty excited to try this place out. Ordered the large (4 egg) breakfast burrito with sausage & potatoes. Decent size but mildly disappointed with the taste & the filling inside. Very bland, It was basically a potato burrito, with 80% potato, 15% egg, and 4% sausage, & 1% cheese. The salsa was slightly helpful with the bland-ness, even though I think the salsa was the jar version from new York city. If you're advertising a "4 egg breakfast burrito ", you would think the ratio would be more like 35% egg, 35% potatoes, 25% sausage & 5% cheese. Don't know if this was a new employee or did they just had a bad day, so I will give them another try, and hopefully I won't forget to take a photo of it. For now, 2 stars. Will give them another try one day, but not a priority. 2.5 stars. read more

Ordered a double cheeseburger with bacon and a monster fry. Unfortunately their shake machine was down so I couldn't get a float. Also they don't have cola but instead serve Pepsi. Came on a Saturday afternoon and there was no wait at the drive thru. Pleasantly surprised by the lack of a wait, as I heard stories that the wait could be extremely long. Maybe that was the case when they first reopened, but there wasn't much of a wait when I went. Not going to comment too much on service because it's what you'd expect from a typical drive thru. Pricing: Pretty reasonable and cheaper than some bigger fast food joints! Pretty surprising for a small business, so I wonder if they're eating into their margins with their pricing model. As for the food. Before I begin, I want to preface that I think calling Arts Burger an "in n out" dupe is a disservice to Arts. For me, a dupe would mean something that is cheaper. I don't think it's fair that they are constantly compared to In n out, when they are both great in different ways. They're priced similarly and honestly I think they taste quite different. Besides a similar looking menu and exterior (of which is not exclusive to In n Out), their burgers taste quite different. Double cheeseburger: good size patties, complimented well with fresh lettuce. Cheese melted well and was delicious with the banana peppers on the side. I like how the lettuce wasn't shredded either. Size was amazing, I can usually eat a 3x3 with fries but man was I full after this one. My only qualm is that I think the patties could use a bit more seasoning? It just felt like something was missing. Probably wouldn't get a bacon with it next time as well. Nothing wrong with the bacon, just not my preference. Monster fries: this was something I really really wanted to love. Wont really comment on the fries itself because I couldn't really taste the crispiness or seasoning as it was... well drenched in the toppings. Not a bad thing, but unfortunately the monster fries were not my cup of tea. It just felt like there was so much going on, from the thousand island sauce to the lettuce and the tomatoes. I know there are people love that though, so I didn't account the fries in my final rating. I would definitely try out their regular fries next time though! Menu versatility: this was the highlight of the restaurant and why I hesitated on writing a review until I was able to try more items (I ultimately decided to write it anyways and update it when I came back). At Arts, I love how many options you can get on the menu: from nuggets, onion rings, different types of fries, breakfast items, different sandwiches, to even having a boysenberry option for the shakes! All in all, I would definitely come back to try more items. If I could give this place a 4.5/5, I would, but I just wish the patty had that extra bit of seasoning. read more

Art's Burgers - Burgers Near Me - El Monte, California

Just ordered a cheese burger combo and a double cheese burger combo food was great been here many times over the years they never disappoint !! read more

Art's Burgers - 2 Burgers , 2 fries , 2 drinks $23 - Burgers Near Me - El Monte, California

We came here on whim trying to figure out what to do for dinner. It was so quick and easy to order via the drive thru since we live close by. The burger is a good size ans very similar to the size of in n out but has bacon. It was perfectly cooked and not greasy. This applied to the chili cheese fries as well which I split with my mom. It was a great dinner and it did not leave me with an overstuffed feeling. I definitely want to come back and try other items on their menu. It was chill and laid back and seating is outside under umbrellas. read more

Art's Burgers - Bacon cheeseburger and chili cheese fries - Burgers Near Me - El Monte, California

Better than In N Out !!! The best burgers in town! Love the vintage esthetic and the great customer service.

This is like In-N-Out but with a shorter line. They do the same protein style burgers and serve most of the same menu + extras which In-N-Out does not provide. Definitely worth a try. read more

Takes credit card. Outdoor seating. Drive through and sit down Breakfast burrito with egg and cheese. Get the large 4 egg. ($8.50) Add the potatoes ($1.50) it's so good cause they good all the ingredients together and mix them. So when you take a bite, you get a mix of every flavor. Breakfast burrito -Big john $11.50- all three meats and add the potatoes $1.50. super good, large size. Really good. I would get this again read more

Art's Burgers - Burgers Near Me - El Monte, California

Art's burger is back in business! So tell a friend! Recent News Article About The Shop: https://abc7.com/post/beloved-el-monte-restaurant-arts-burgers-reopens-huge-crowds-year-car-crashed-building/18256589/ Promotion: No promotions for now. Once they get back on to their feet, they'll start their hamburger special (Wednesday and Sunday) again. As for now, they're trying to recoup the money that they lost. Background On Visit: Two weeks ago as I I was driving on Valley, I noticed there was a long line and was excited to see that they've reopened. Credit Cards: They're accepted. They have a $0.62 or $0.63 surcharge. Ambiance/Decor: Looks the same as before! :) Service: Service is the same as before. Due to staff shortage, they're closed on Tuesdays for now. You might wait longer when it's busy, but they try to pump out burgers and other food items as fast as they can. Burger Of Choice: Got the basic hamburger (no seasoning on the patty and bun extra toasted. Brought back wonderful memories of how their burgers tasted like. Would be exponentially better when they bring back their hamburger special on Wednesdays and Fridays! :) Art's Burger For Thought: Will totally come back to patronize the shop. read more

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Reviews say they make their own onion rings and I believe that. Very tasty and crunch, even by themselves. For $4.10, this is a better value than any other onion ring places. 4.2/5 Yes their double cheeseburger tastes like In-n-Out because of the toasted bun, spread, fresh vegetables, and grilled onion (add both raw and grilled for max taste). The meat taste like the typical frozen patties you get at like maybe Rally's. Go here if you want a slightly cheaper In-n-Out clone ($5.90 vs $6.35) The boysenberry shake is so good, it's like a blueberryish shake with a hint of waffle cone taste. Very good for $3.55! I like that this place finally opened again but the drive-thru is long. Go park at the plaza and get your food upfront so you don't have to waste gas waiting. read more

Art's Burgers - Onion rings! - Burgers Near Me - El Monte, California

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Parking: I would park the parking lot next over and walk over to order at the counter. The drive through was insane on a Saturday 10 AM order. Hamburger with grilled onions: Yes, it's pretty much like In N Out but without the thousand island dressing. Buns were crisp, lettuce and tomatoes were fresh and the savoriness of the patty was just right. If you want to get your In N Out fix, come here. Small Big John burrito with potato (bacon, ham and salsa): The burrito wasn't that big but it can get you pretty full. The cheese was warm and the meats were nice and juicy. This does take longer to prepare because it's not one of the more popular choices. read more

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​If you're in the area and want to avoid the typical fast-food chains, Art's is a great alternative. That said, it's a bit of a mixed bag. It's better than a drive-thru, but "just okay" compared to other local favorites. ​The staff was standard but seemed distracted, and it definitely has that retro E-Z take-out atmosphere. Worth a stop if you're nearby, but the hype is a bit much. read more

Art's Burgers - Burgers Near Me - El Monte, California

Decided to come here to try out the burgers since there was quite a hype about it. The line moved pretty fast which is always awesome but besides that... I'm not sure if I'll come again. The girl taking my order wasn't the friendliest. Let her know it was our first time but she just kept a stoic face saying anything else anything else. We studied the menu beforehand but still weren't too sure. The other downside is the charge they make you pay to use your card. Come on now. It's 2026. The spread had too much onions. If you're into onions you'll def love this place. The hamburger wasn't anything special but it was not bad at all. Portions are super small. We barely got any French fries which was kind of a bummer tbh. Chili cheese fries were good too. Overall I don't think I'd come again. I'll just go to in n out. lol read more

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Came here after seeing it all over social media. It seems like parking is hard since they only have a small lot. We were lucky and found parking on the street right in front. They do have restrooms in the back and I was actually surprised by how clean it was. Seating is only outside. We waited in line for about 40 mins on a Saturday night. The burgers were really good and the fries were equally as delicious. read more

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I tried the hamburger with grilled onions and it was pretty good. The set up is like in n out. They have drive thru and dine in. You dine in outside on the benches. Service was good, staff were nice. There's a charge to use credit card so bring cash. read more

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Considered an in n out drive thru knockoff type of location. I know that arts is a staple in El Monte and people cherish it dearly but I believe the quality definitely fell off after the reopening. There was both a long line for the drive through and walk up window, in total I waited about 40 minutes. Workers try to work fast but I don't think it was fast enough. Gave 2 stars for the burger itself and price, it wasn't so steep for a combo and the burger did redeem the wait. However the fries didn't make a combo feel like a combo as I was given the tiniest portion ever + they were stale & cold. This place definitely needs a step up post reopening. read more

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Good burgers and fries. Has a in n out vibe with more variety. The staff is nice and the see service is quick. Good spot to pick up s good burger n fries at a decent price.. read more

Stopped by Art's Burgers on Valley for a quick bite and it definitely satisfied the craving. I went with a classic burger and it was simple, fresh, and really hit the spot. The patty was juicy, the ingredients tasted fresh, and everything came together just the way you want from a good, no-fuss burger. What I like about this place is how straightforward and reliable it is. It's not trying to be anything fancy--just solid comfort food done right. Perfect for when you want something quick, filling, and satisfying. The atmosphere is casual and easygoing, and the service was fast and efficient, which made the whole experience smooth. Overall, a great go-to spot for a classic burger when you're in the area. Definitely one of those places you can keep coming back to. read more

We tried the breakfast burritos at Art's and they were very delicious! I got a small egg & cheese burrito and my boyfriend got the Big John Burrito with burritos (size large). I regretted getting a small on the way home but as soon as I ate my burrito I realized I made the right chose. The burritos are proportionately stuffed with tasty egg and cheese so I was satisfied and full after eating my small burrito. My boyfriend ate 1/2 of his burrito for breakfast and the other half for lunch. The staff who helped us out were very kind and polite, got us our food very quickly. I'm glad this small restaurant was able to re open after the accident that damaged their building a year or so ago. Thank you for the delicious breakfast! read more

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I've always loved arts since I was a kid. It is my hometown staple and glad it has finally reopened. However, there is one thing I noticed. Please correct me if I'm wrong. There is a surcharge for any card transaction. Which is not legal I think. You can only charge a fee on an actual credit card but you cannot if it is a debit. This has always been a thing there prior to their re-opening but it just caught me off guard read more

Staff is quick and reliable. The restaurant is built exactly like an in n out with outdoor seating and a double drive thru. It was clean. The food was pretty expensive in my opinion for what it was. There is a credit card fee so id recommend to bring cash. I tried the cheeseburger with grilled onions and bacon which was just alright. The chili cheese fries were pretty average as well. I wish it came with more. read more

Art's Burgers - Chili cheese fries - Burgers Near Me - El Monte, California

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Arts has been around for years, and I'm not new to Arts, but this is my 1st review of Arts. To me, you cant go wrong with Arts. I don't know why I'm saying Arts so much. But anyway, it's like In N Out, but with a bigger menu. You definitely aren't getting Pastrami Chili Cheese Fries at In N Out, and they are REALLY good at here. I've never had anything here that wasn't good. It was closed for about 2 years because some dodo bird crashed into it, but its back open now and hasn't missed a beat read more

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Art's Burger would be...the 1 to 1 clone of In-N-Out Burgers...and the Art family were either the equivalent to a Master Winemaker at Rutherford's Vineyards but for In-N-Out....or they were the off-branch family of the Snyders with the same Secret Sauce. Either way!..... If Private Equity company Blackstone Group decided on a whim to cut Lynsi Snyder a blank check to sellout In-N-Out (please Snyder family, never sell-out).................. Then we the food lovers need not to worry, because Arts will be carrying that torch for the title of family owned California Classic Burger with its own right to be considered better than In-N-Out. So thank you Art Meier and Co.!!! California is lucky for these types of legacies. And I needn't talk about my order, you guys can click on the pictures and use your imagination. Get in line, order, and be amazed! Can't believe NO ONE across the United States ever considered opening a direct clone of In-N-Out....and it took Lynsi Snyder to make a move to Franklin Tennessee for the hungry folk of the East Coast to finally get a taste of the California classic. Again, Art's Burgers, El Monte California...cherish this place. read more

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First off impeccable service polite and amazing!! Wonderful and prompt ample parking is available pull in take your time and order at the front window! This place is bumping ! Hamburger patty is normal size not as small as clown towns but not supersized or gristle filled if you like your buns toasted that's standard. Visually it's a throw back in time to fun times in the Americana diaspora with very simple red and white decor. Neighborhood burger stand that has a boysenberry shake! read more

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One of the best onion rings and there chili and fries are rlly good. Highly recommend this place and the employees are really nice. read more

Art's Burgers - Chili cheese fries, onion rings and Chili dog - Burgers Near Me - El Monte, California

I come here to order food for my staff and only 2 employee are able to get my order without and issue and fast. All other employees give me such a hard time and have even rolled their eyes and showed frustration in front of me. One of them even said in front of me "I can't do this " but I told him from the beginning it was a long order. I also wanted coffee once and one of the guys said "there's no coffee" while the other one said to him "there's coffee in the back". You can tell by their face who is who. One of them is so eager to help while the other is serious and really looks unwelcoming. The food is good, the onion rings are good too. Chicken sandwich is one of my staff's favorites. Their breakfast sandwiches and burritos are good. Their salsa is so good too! There is outdoor seat. read more

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pulled to see what the hype is about. the line honestly was 3 times as long as in n out and i'm not sure if it was worth the wait. the food itself is very good, very similar to in n out but tastes more "homemade" if that makes sense. the main difference is you have a lot more options here. tried their double cheese, chicken burger and two of their fries. the double cheese is your basic double double, though it felt a bit smaller. the chicken burger surprisingly was good. for those families with kids who love chicken tenders, this is a good middle ground. their fries are infinitely better than in n out though. both their chili cheese fries and monster fries came extremely loaded and have sooo much more flavor compared to the chain. i basically consider this place in n out with options. if you don't mind the wait and want to support a small business, this the jawn for you! read more

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I visited here for the first time and was pleasantly surprised. The service is great, very nice employees. And the burger and onion rings were really good. I just wasn't too much of a fan of the chili cheese fries. read more

Had to stop by and show some support to Art's now that it has reopened! Definitely worth the wait and be warned that you could wait an hour for food. Sooo worth it though! The food is fresh, hot, and cooked to perfection. Came to grab some burgers on my way home and soo glad I did. Staff is amazing and does its best to get everyone out their food quickly. So stop by and support this awesome restaurant and community staple! read more

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Similar to In-N-Out (INO) but better. I think the burger is fantastic and better than INO because they have bacon and INO does not offer bacon. They have soft buns, flavorful burgers, nice melts yellow American cheese, grilled onions, and dill pickles are crunchy as is the lettuce. I also had the fries which I prefer to INOs fries. The service is fast and friendly. They are hustling in that spot. It's tiny and has a lot of people working all at once, and they all move well together in a nice rhythm. They have a small parking lot, a clean bathroom, and the prices are pretty fair. The lines are long, but if you're willing to wait you won't be disappointed. They also have other food options like breakfast burritos, fish sandwiches, and a handful of other items. I've heard the breakfast burritos are the bomb from a coworker. read more

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Today I stopped by Art's Burgers to see what all the hype was about, and honestly, it was just okay. Right off the bat, we waited about 25 minutes just to place our order, even though there were only two people ahead of us. We ordered a cheeseburger, chili cheese dog, and chili cheese fries. The cheeseburger was mid--not very flavorful, barely any sauce, and the slice of onion was almost as thick as the patty itself. It's definitely nowhere near In-N-Out quality. The chili cheese dog was also pretty bland, and the onions were chopped way too big--smaller, finer pieces would've made a big difference. The chili cheese fries were the highlight. The chili had good flavor and was enjoyable, though I personally prefer thicker fries over skinny ones. Overall, it wasn't terrible, but it didn't live up to the hype either. 5/10 for me. read more

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Art's Burgers: In-N-Out's Slow-Motion Cosplay Found this place on social media and decided to pilgrimage from Orange County. Pull up and... is that... In-N-Out? Same red/white vibes, same retro font energy. I swear the building is In-N-Out's old skin that Art's is wearing like a Buffalo Bill suit. I'm in line, clueless, and ask a guy next to me about "when In-N-Out used to be here." Bro nearly files a restraining order. "This has ALWAYS been Art's," he says, offended on behalf of the fryers. My bad, dude. Didn't know I was on sacred ground. Here's the one thing Art's didn't steal from In-N-Out: speed. Took 20 minutes just to order. Another 40 to get the food. I aged a year under those fluorescent lights. In-N-Out would've fed my whole family, taken my grandkids' orders, and cured my taxes in that time. The burger finally shows up and it's... In-N-Out. Like, suspiciously In-N-Out. Double-Double dupe with a side of déjà vu. Which is fine, but now I'm just mad I burned an hour of my life for a cover band when the original is 10 minutes away with a drive-thru. Peek behind the counter and the problem's obvious: ONE tiny grill. That poor griddle is pulling triple shifts doing burgers, breakfast burritos, and random sandwiches. It's the overworked middle child of fast food appliances. Maybe limit breakfast to before 10am? Revolutionary idea: lunch menu = lunch food. Let the grill breathe. Did I like it? Sure. In the same way I like knowing the moon landing wasn't faked. One and done. Been there, cosplayed that. I'll leave it to the locals who have more time to kill than I do. *Verdict: 7.3/10* It's In-N-Out if In-N-Out ran on dial-up internet. Art's Burgers: Come for the nostalgia, stay because you literally can't leave for an hour. read more

Arts burgers has reopened apparently this happened a few months ago.The food and the service are the same i think the prices went up a little bit. And I didn't see that they still had this Wednesday special, but they have burgers pastramies, breakfast burritos.I like this place try the big John's breakfast burrito. read more

Food is alright for a local burger joint. I went on a sunday. Line was not too bad. Max time line was about 10 mins or so. The burger was lacking seasoning and the fries lacked salt. The only flavor was the side of spread we requested which they only give you one per burger. Fair enough. About 15 years ago, the food was better seasoned so not sure what happened, but decent enough for a local burger shack. Service was quick and polite. I feel like the menus could be on both sides of the ordering lines, not just angle towards the right side. For two doouble cheese burger combos and one cheese burger combo with no add ons, it was about $50 dollars. read more

This place is amazing. Everything I've had from here has been 10/10. Reminds me of in n out to be honest. But better

First time trying Art's Burgers and was very impressed with the quality and service. Went near closing time and the drive through had a short wait time. There is an employee who will come to your car to take your order. The food came out quickly, but know that there is a small service charge if you pay with card, so it's best to have some cash on hand. I ordered the double cheese burger and french fries. The double cheese burger was flavorful and they were very generous with the cheese. The French fries were cooked well done and seasoned perfectly. The ambiance was fine since I was just buying to go. There's also an outdoor seating area if you're looking to dine in. Would be interested in coming back again for their burgers and to try their breakfast burritos. read more

I went thru there to buy a breakfast bruitto with bacon and the burrito I bought was small it was nasty the bacon wasn't even cooked it was raw the guy told me tht I should of eat it but instead I threw it away tht was really nasty I will never go back there again and it was horrible service read more