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    Bob's Big Boy

    3.0 (550 reviews)
    ModerateDiners, American
    Closed 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    BOB'S BIG BOY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Fish and Shrimp Dinner
    Kisha L.

    I have not been at Bobs Big Boy since I was a little girl they have a big menu and the food is very reasonable. I ordered the fish and shrimp but it was just OK because my fish was full of batter and I did not care for the batter taste on the shrimp. It was different than the fish batter. My mom ordered fried chicken and she loved it. Service was excellent. The place had a nice old-fashioned Metro diner vibe. The prices are unbelievable for all the food and sides you get. Easy parking in front.

    The Bob's Big Boy logo sort of framed by SoCal's Mediterranean vegetation.
    Robert G.

    I'll make this short and sweet, if that's even possible for me. Many years later, I found myself here again, at one of the few remaining Bob's Big Boys and the second of two in L.A.'s San Fernando Valley. I noticed a few things on my last visit. I'll start out with what could use some improvement. The cashier was a little frosty. The interior is looking a little more worn, but isn't everything else in SoCal, including the housing stock in this immediate area, which once upon a time used to look "modern?" I'll now move on to what was good. The Big Boy double decker burger was better than how I described the one in my last review - it was nicely cooked and better presented. I was very satisfied with my lunch here. The waitress (can we say that in the New Millennium?) was very nice and spirited, meaning a good brand of sassy. I also appreciate that this double decker burger combination keeps on keeping on. Okay, this Northridge Big Boy location does not look like the iconic stand-alone one in Burbank, but there will also be less fanfare and it will be a more low key experience. I should just be thankful that there are are still a few Bob's Big Boy restaurants in the Southland. So, in my estimation, the important things - the food and the service - raise this location to 4 stars.

    Chili size
    Larry O.

    The chili size--an open faced hamburger covered with chili and cheese--used to be fairly common in American diners, but not so much anymore. We tried the chili size at Bob's Big Boy, and it was delicious, the best I've ever had. The chili was not spicy, and I like spicy, but still I wouldn't change anything about it. The top of the bun was a thick slice of bread, grilled with cheese, crunchy and cut diagonally. They didn't scrimp on the chili, and it was so filling, I regretted ordering the onion rings. I'll go back again. And again.

    Food in trash

    First and Last time coming here. Came in during my lunch time. Just looking for fries nothing special. Upon completing my order, waiter asked if I wanted napkins and utensils, I said yes please. Once I received my order I requested for ketchup, waiter said give me a second. I waited there for couple minutes and nothing. I left the place cause I was on a short timeframe. I opened the bag inside my car I realized they gave me raw potatoes with greasy bell peppers. I was like wow this is not what I was expecting but let me give it a try. So I started looking for napkins and a fork, too my surprise there was no napkins and forks. So now here I go back to restaurants requesting ketchup, napkins, and a fork. Once again same waiter said give me a second but proceeded to sit other customers after having me wait again. Now that she gave me the requested items I left and gave the food a try. All I can say is I spitted the food right back. Potato was not even cooked and bathed in grease. Never coming back here.

    Merchandise
    Stevo O.

    This is a newer Bob's Big Boy and not your dad's era. Located southwest of Northridge Shopping Center, it is located on the east side of Corbin and can't be missed. My go to Big Boy Combination was good but not great, as they forgot my request for a side of ranch for the fries. I've to the Burbank and Downey locations recently and feel this location is not as good as the others. Another item I ordered was the Country Fried Steak, which was okay, but forgot the bread. Probably more attention to detail is needed to improve to go experience...

    Patty Melt Combo 10/10
    Marlisa S.

    I still really like this place due to the fact I have been many many times and most of their food options are delicious. However their chili was just not good at all. It was watery, flavorless, and I did not enjoy the tons of raw onion on top. I do not recommend getting this item, their burgers and fried chicken is way better. Service is amazing, the sweetest people, very accommodating without complaint, friendly and fast, I like the location because it's right next to target haha and kohls. Overall I do like this place I just think that one menu item was not very good.

    Wall of menus from the past
    Lisa N.

    We almost didn't go in after reading some reviews. I'm so glad we did! Our memories growing up eating at Bob's Big Boy from the 70"s were great. First off on the Door was a A from an inspection. We walked in and 3 different workers greeted us with smiles and welcomed us. The place was clean. Laid back atmosphere. Lots of history on the walls. Big dinning room. Only 4 other people were there. In the back there was a round table with elderly women playing cards. They got up after while moved to a new table to eat, then went back to finish their game. It made me smile most restaurants want you in and out quickly. The food was really good. I had the good old fashion Bob's combo. It came with a salad and fries. The salad was fresh and the thousand island dressing, it was the thick old fashion kind. The fries I normally would pass on but these were cooked just right and a side of really good buttermilk ranch. The burger was perfectly cooked with the special sauce. It was way too much food so of course I had a to go box. My husband had the French dip. He said it was just like he remembered as a kid. He also enjoyed his salad and fries. He never uses ranch on his fries but he tasted mine and was sold. He also ordered an Orange Creamsicle shake and it was soo good. They use real ice cream, whipped cream and a cherry on top. It comes with the old fashion metal cup so there's plenty. So glad we went in. We figured we could always walk out if it was dirty. It was clean and the wait staff were all very helpful and happy. Clean bathrooms. Our bill was about $40. It was a great walk down memory lane. Too bad Bob's is closed in our town. Great diner food.

    Pappy Parker's Fried Chicken Includes: 2 sides, side salad & toasted bread $21
    Matt P.

    Came here on a Monday around 4pm. The place was pretty empty, but service was a little slow. There were only 2 servers at this time. The place does feel dated and old as the booth I was seated at, you can see that the upholstery was worn out and had tears in them. I ended up ordering the fried chicken dinner. You get 2 sides and a salad with this. I ordered the onion rings and mashed potatoes for my 2 sides. The food actually came out faster than I thought it would. Most likely because it was empty. The fried chicken had a thick coating on it, but it was seasoned well. You get 4 pieces, but the pieces are on the smaller side. I would have like more meat on the chicken to be honest. The mashed potatoes come with country gravy. The gravy was pepper forward, but was good. The onion rings were probably frozen. Overall, the food was decent, but not the best fried chicken I've had. The chicken from Country Deli is way better better than at Bob's.

    14th of May 2025
    Ricardo M.

    Absolutely huge burger and I took out a fork to eat it. The root beer tasted perfect and the fries didn't need seasoning at all. By the way the bbq sauce made the meal 10/10. Came here on 14th of May 2025 and I was greeted right away. The host sat me and told me the waitress will take your order. She made me feel special. She took time to make eye contact. She was extremely friendly and every request I asked her for she did it and was very polite.

    I haven't been to Bob big boy in many many years and found out why. I ordered the fish sandwich which looked absolutely delicious in the picture, but what I received looked NOTHING like the picture advertised. I took one bite and had to spit it out, it was so bland and the fish looked and tastes like it was frozen.

    Different menu than the Burbank Location but very similar
    Ceon A.

    We came here because we were craving Bobs Breakfast. Sadly it's not the same as the one in Burbank. It was just ok. Place was empty around 9am. Service was Great and attentive but food was missing a Je ne sais quoi, but for the price it fills the craving

    This is a close-up of the booth where we sat

    We were a little apprehensive about eating here once we saw the terrible state of disrepair of the booth seats. There were literally large holes in the seats & in the back rests, and the fabric was significantly worn in virtually every booth. My wife and I were very hungry, so we elected to stay and order lunch. I will say that my All American Burger and my wife's Big Boy combo were very tasty, and we enjoyed our lunch immensely. The service was very good. Thus, my only criticism is they really need to spend some money and fix up their booth seats. I'm not picky, it really looks terrible.

    Bob's Famous Hot Fudge Cake with lukewarm fudge :-/
    Kim C.

    We used to have a Bob's BB in Oxnard when I was a kid and my family went 2-3x/week (every family has their place, and that was ours). It closed down and I was left heartbroken. I've been wanting to relive Bob's forever and today was my chance... at least I thought. We stood in the front for a while before being sat. Noticed the inside was dingy, could use a deep cleaning I'm sure. Waitress came by: no greeting, no smile, just "are you ready to order?" Wanted to get a few things a la carte but I was told no. We ordered a club sandwich to split and a vanilla shake. There were two tables in the restaurant and the fries were cold. Do restaurants really think customers don't notice this?! Club was just meh, nothing special. Chocolate fudge cake is now half the portion and served in a bowl?! Fudge was lukewarm warm, just a bummer all around. Best experience was getting a pic with Bob outside but I hope they do something to refurb him. I'm going to try Bob's in Burbank soon in hopes of a better experience.

    Country boy plate and a side of sausage links. Yummy.

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    service was great, food pretty good- the bathroom was dirty and the booths are getting very ratty and tattered needs a complete remodel

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