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    Big Tomy's

    3.9 (100 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Wendell C.

    This is an old school burger stand with the old letter/number menu. All the specials are listed on the windows and near the counter. Clean and easy to order. The few times I've been here, I've placed my order and received it quick. The staff isn't full of a lot of conversation because they're busy but they're in a good mood. I've only ordered the double chili cheeseburger and fries. No complaints.

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    Audreen F.

    My family and I always come to Big Tomy's for breakfast, and it never disappoints! Their hotcakes and french toast are so yummy--fluffy, delicious, and just what you want from a classic diner breakfast. If you love diner vibes, this is a great spot with that cozy, nostalgic feel. We also love supporting local businesses, and Big Tommy's has been around for decades, which makes it even more special. It's one of those places that truly feels like part of the community. If you haven't been, definitely check it out and support a longtime Culver-local favorite!

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    David Z.

    Pretty good to me. I get the chili cheeseburger combo. Fries always fresh burger always tasty

    Maruko X.

    Ambiance: old fashioned burger place, limited seats inside and you clean your own table before your meal and afterwards Service: there could a waiting line during rush hours, you order and pick up food from the counter Price & Drink: plenty choices from the menu Breakfast Burritos - ** very dried scrambled eggs and potatoes inside, and meat wasn't fresh Pastrami Burger - **** thin patty with pastrami slices, bold flavors, recommend Fries - *** average taste Fanta - ** watery fountain drink Price: huge portions and cheap prices, less than $15 per person and it's cash only

    Eli S.

    Air conditioning, fast service! I got the onion rings came nice and crunchy. Really big portion was like $6 plus tax not bad for the quantity of the food!

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    Tanya C.

    Cashier is very nice, but maybe I ordered the wrong thing. I got eggs and potatoes with bread for breakfast and everything was bland, the salsa was flavorless and water down.

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    Sakol M.

    When you need to clog your arteries and gain 100 lbs., I recommend Big Tomy's. You don't need to get dressed up for this joint. Shoes, shirt and you get serviced. I ordered the green flyer hanging on the wall that says "Big Tomy's Special: Pastrami Burger, Fries and Soda. Aidan ordered the chili cheese fries and a plain chili cheese burger. I got coke with no ice. Bring cash. Because they only take cash. You know this place is authentic when you sit down and the grease is permeated on the table, bench and walls. Bonus, when you pick up your order at the counter, grab any bottles of condiments. It's free. Oh man, I wolfed down the Pastrami Burger, but couldn't finish the super load of fries. This place is five stars, my friend.

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    Gus C.

    It's like stepping back into the 70's or 80's walking into this place with the colorful laminate booths and colorful special menu postings on the walls. It's also worth mentioning how spotless it is and how friendly the staff are. As for the food, I had the breakfast burrito, which was the size of a newborn, and had the right ratio of potato egg and bacon for each bite.

    Elaine K.

    Don't go here! The cook does not use disposable gloves when making your food. He handles the raw ground beef with his hands then picks up the tomatoes and lettuce, etc., to make your burger. I wish I was a health inspector! SMDH! I wouldn't even give the place a 1!

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    Jocelyn A.

    Hole in the wall kinda business! Bring cash! & If you don't mind waiting a long time for your food then this place is just right for you "been waiting a little over 25 minutes for a cheeseburger and fries " with two customers ahead of me , as far as customer service I'm not going to say it's bad but it's definitely not the worst ....the restaurant definitely looks run down and cleanliness definitely needs improvement . Price point ? It's pretty ok 14.99 for a burger and fries ? As far as food quality I'll let you know once I'm done with my meal Ok I'm half way with my meal and done complaining The fries get a solid 10 rating alone they are nice and fresh ! The burger it's huge !! So Yummy the meat is juicy and ingredients seem fresh !!! Overall the food is yummy ! But due to the wait and zero communication from staff and restaurant cleanliness the rating I give for This place is a Update this place is BOMB.com

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    Sheryl J.

    Have been coming here since a kid, love their chili cheese burgers zucchini fries with ranch are delicious too! Must try, definitely recommend this little joint.

    Avocado burger combo with a side of chili, dayyyyuum

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    Prices are wayyy too high now and the food is mid!!! Not worth it. Place used to be good / cost efficient, not anymore

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    Old school, traditional. Super good double chili cheese and they have a full cafeteria style menu as well.

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    Great people awesome food. Always my go to when I'm in the area. Consistent in quality and quantity.

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    Gotta try it, if you haven't already. Good prices without compromising flavor or quantity.

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    3.6(427 reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    Came here for lunch to finally try this place! They serve…read more100% grass fed wagyu beef so I have been wanting to try it. We got the HiHo double, the pastrami heat, and the Oreo milkshake. No complaints about the HiHo double, it was a good standard burger. We wish the pastrami came with more meat. Kind of wish the fries came with burgers instead of us paying extra for such a small serving of fries. The milkshake though, totally worth it! It was the perfect blend. It took longer than I thought to get the food, but it was lunch time so what can you do. It was a nice day so we sat at one of the tables outside. They give you a buzzer for your food aka you won't miss getting your food when it's ready. In case you want to sit inside, there are tables

    I came here for the marina view and honestly that was the best part of the experience. The outdoor…read moreseating at Marina del Rey is really nice and relaxing, especially during sunset. I ordered The Big Marty and was disappointed. The burger was smaller than expected and super greasy. The fries were also oily, with very small portions and lots of tiny broken pieces. To make it worse, the fountain drink machine has apparently been broken for months. What really left a bad impression was the extra 6% fee added to all orders. They mention on their website that it's not a gratuity or tip and is used to fund their operations, but it still feels unnecessary when prices are already high. Nice location and view, but the food and extra charges make it hard for me to come back.

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    4.2(530 reviews)
    2.8 miDel Rey
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    If you are looking for a good Berger after a run or workout this might be the perfect place for…read moreyou. The quality is worth the price. Grass fed beef. Vegan options. Can't forget the Amazing onion rings.

    We come to this location all the time, usually before or after a movie at the nearby Cinemark, and…read morewe've always had great experiences... until last night. We went to see the Mario movie because it was $6 Tuesday, and the movie ended a little after 9, so we rushed over knowing Hopdoddy closes at 10. When we walked in, they were already mopping floors with chairs up on tables on one side, but there were still a few people eating in the bar area, so we figured we were okay. We ordered a Thunderbird bowl (dressing on the side), the burger of the month, the Smothered Texan (free, because we're Legendary status) a doble fina margarita with a tajín rim, and a Sam Adams draft. I checked the time when we finished ordering--9:34 on the dot--because it already felt like the kitchen was trying to shut things down early. We sit down, chatting, all good... until we realize our drinks haven't come. We're seated in the bar area, so we can literally see the bartender chatting with a couple, NOT making drinks. Then our food arrives. Still no drinks. I ordered a chicken patty, which typically takes longer to cook, so there's really no reason for food to beat the drinks out. I check the time again and it's 9:45. I'm about to get up, but I see the bartender finally pouring the draft, so I wait it out. Then I realize my bowl came with no dressing at all, so I get up to ask for it. On my way back, I pass the drink pickup area and see my husband's beer just sitting there... next to my empty margarita glass. Meanwhile, the bartender is back to chatting instead of finishing the drink. I had planned to just grab the drinks myself to save the server a trip, but instead I'm standing there trying to get the bartender's attention--or at least hoping he'd mix the margarita while he talked. He eventually noticed me and started making it, but by then my food was sitting at the table getting cold, so I went back to sit down. I didn't even get a chance to take a picture of the Smothered Texan because by the time I got back my husband was almost done with it. The drinks finally arrived at 9:50. And to add insult to injury... the tajín rim was barely there. Honestly, I waited tables all through college and I get that it's annoying when people come in close to closing (especially on a Tues) but the experience shouldn't feel like you're inconveniencing the staff for being there. Between the missing dressing, the drinks sitting untouched, and the bartender prioritizing conversation over service, the whole night just felt off. Disappointing, especially since this has always been one of our go-to spots.

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    4.5(743 reviews)
    4.1 miSawtelle
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    Went to Black Sheep Burgers for lunch today. Don't be fooled by the name. They do not have any…read morelamb burgers. Although Black Sheep Burgers has a vast selection of hamburgers (they probably should have called the place Black Cow Burgers) I had a Chicken Katsu sandwich. It was very good. I liked the option of being able to decide what I wanted or didn't want on my sandwich when ordering. I don't like avocados, so I ordered my sandwich without avocados. There are also a vast number of sides to order if you are very hungry. I was tempted to order the 40's french fries, but the sandwich was enough for me. Professional eaters probably would have ordered several sides. There is a large seating area outside. I sat outside. Other than the traditional problem with eating outside (your napkin, like the answer, may blow in the wind) since Black Shep Burger gave me several napkins, it wasn't a problem.

    Food was good, but overpriced and difficult to park safely…read more First off, great taste, but we were on a museum visit which brought us to the area, so we avoided usual staples in the area that are more value for the money. It's in the sawtelle area near Olympic and predominantly Japanese food spots. Service was friendly but in this economy, not a good value. The burger prices should come with fries. 70$ for 3 people was too steep for what you get

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    3.7(1.1k reviews)
    1.8 miPlaya Vista
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    The Playa Vista Hopdoddy location is our go-to spot for dinner whenever we catch a flick at the…read moreCinemark next door. The staff makes us feel like family. They're genuinely friendly, attentive, and they even come table-side with their handhelds so we can skip the long lines when we want to order another round. Their rewards app is also one of the best I've ever used. We visit so often we've reached Legendary Status, which comes with fun perks like a free Burger of the Month and the occasional bonus like free fries bowl or a birthday shake! Speaking of the Burger of the Month, it's usually creative and worth trying. They're not all hits, but when they are... wow. I still dream about the Breakfast Burger they had this summer. Slap an egg on a burger and I'm all in! My husband is a big fan of their goblets of beer and I enjoy the occasional boozy shake (decadent and dangerous in the best way.) My only wish? A nice Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc by the glass to round out the drink list. It's the only reason I've rated them 4 stars instead of 5! Chardonnay just isn't my jam, and unfortunately beer upsets my stomach these days. All in all, Hopdoddy Playa Vista nails it on food, service, and hospitality. Definitely one of our go-to neighborhood spots.

    Hopdoddy is a decent chain, but this location is very bad. Go to The Point in El Segundo/Manhattan…read moreBeach for a better experience. I got food poisoning here on my most recent visit, so I won't be going back. Even before that, my experiences were poor -- possibly even worse than getting food poisoning. On one visit, a woman at the counter gave me attitude when I ordered an ahi burger. When it arrived nearly raw and almost swimming, I politely asked if they could cook it a bit more -- not remake it or refund me, just cook it. She was very rude and said, "I told you it's going to be cooked rare." I've been a pescatarian for half my life, I'm a fisherman, and I know when the food in front of me isn't cooked. I will say everyone else was nice: the younger staff were polite and acknowledged the situation. The woman behind the counter even questioned those friendly employees about why they were being polite to me. One star.

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    4.0(336 reviews)
    1.9 miPalms
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    i do not understand at all how this place has such high reviews…read more my friend and i got the lounge burger and the classic burger and shared the large half and half onion rings and fries at the time we were the only customers in the restaurant and it still took almost 30 mins for the food to come out, and we got brought out the wrong order. well the wait ended up being for nothing bc i havent never had such mid burger from a restaurant that specializes in burgers. literally on par with fast food. i dont think the bun was toasted and reminded me of the school lunch buns. it wasnt stale but it was super fresh either. the inside of the burger was just normal, there was nothing special about it, it was literally a shitty fast food burger (mcdonalds/burger king level, not in and out level) it was fine but it was a pretty small burger. the "large" fries and onion rings can in this tiny small bag and came out lukewarm. in total 2 burgers and a large fry came out to $30 for basically glorified fast food. my friend and i both agreed that we could have just gotten mcdonalds instead. do not recommend.

    Mixed experience. They were out of stock of diet coke syrup - probably the second most consumed…read moreliquid in Los Angeles besides water. Seemed Unprepared. Seats throughout the business were covered with trash and debris. The restaurant was essentially empty so that was nice, but the ambiance is rather forced and corporate. The price of the meal was incredulous. $55 for two VERY MID burgers and fries. Unbelievably overpriced. And the gluten free bun disintegrated on bite. Disgraceful. If you want a good burger in Los Angeles from a SoCal business, go to Rabano. Service was decent.

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