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    this is the address listed as their location
    Joe Y.

    I wanted to support this local business, but just parked at 739 E Walnut to a vacated travel biz. They have an unfinished website and them to send me to IG. no info there, either. way too many steps to find out you have no real locatio. maybe make that clear on Yelp.

    Bacon cheeseburger with homemade BBQ/Mustard sauce! One of the best burgers I've ever had

    Excellent service and a fantastic hamburger. Loved the homemade BBQ-Mustard sauce. Fresh ingredients and cooked to perfection!

    The usual menu items. Try the Cali burger with bacon!
    Genevieve L.

    These are seriously the best burgers I've had. I work at a brewery locally that he does pop ups at and when I tell you his rival even the most established burger vendors I mean it.

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    Love burgers for life, great food and great service. One of the top smash burgers in the SGV

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    Thank you! We will see you again soon!

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    Delicious, juicy burgers cooked to order and friendly service! Love that he has Zapp's chips, can't find these just anywhere!

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    The best burgers around. The sauce are made from scratch and the best customer service around. I can't wait to go back

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    Thank you for the review! Hope to see you again

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    These burgers are different!! Equal satisfaction to all the swanky eating joints in La. See where this guys is popping up and get there!!!

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    Sometimes keeping it simple is best: who doesn't love a properly seasoned smash burger with grilled onions, bacon and cheese?

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    I'm almost speechless, but I guess I do have to write something don't I?…read more This legendary casual eatery is everything you want it to be: fresh ingredients, friendly service, delicious food and generous quantities. I don't know where they got the name for their fantastic Sycamore Sandwich, but it's a pastrami reuben with cole slaw instead of sauerkraut, and it very well could be the best I've had outside of New York. Thin, mostly lean pastrami stacked with Swiss cheese, coleslaw, and homemade Thousand Island dressing served hot on grilled rye bread. A heavenly handheld! The thin, crispy onion rings were cooked perfectly, to where the coating was almost falling off, and just oily enough to give moisture and flavor, but not greasy. The fresh, thin, hand cut fries were great by themselves but then add the beef chili and melted cheese, it could be a great meal by itself. Don't forget the Patty Melt, too. Old fashioned, comfort food that you order at the counter or drive through that's worth a side trip if you're anywhere close (or even not close) to Pasadena.

    Ambience - 6/10 It's honestly just your typical diner/fast…read morefood joint. My biggest complaint is the cleanliness, since there were quite a few flies flying around, with some even landing on the booths that I sat in. The booths also looked fairly dirty, which isn't really appetizing if you're planning to eat inside. Service - 10/10 The staff were friendly, and the service was quick. No complaints. Food - 7/10 Tops Special Burger - 6.5/10 Honestly, the burger was just okay. The presentation was nice, but everything else was pretty average. The pastrami had good flavor, although some pieces were oddly chewy. The beef patty also tasted like it had been frozen, which kind of just took away from the burger. Chili Cheese Tots - 7.5/10 The tater tots themselves were great, they were perfectly crisp and cooked well, but, the chili cheese was a bit underwhelming, since I could barely taste the chili. Overall - 7.6/10 (for dining in) the food is decent and id say that its an okay spot if you're looking for a quick bite, and they give fairly large portions. Other then that, I'd recommend using the drive-thru instead of dining in. It's way faster, and you won't have to deal with the cleanliness and long waits inside.

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    Pie 'n Burger

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    3.4
    (2.3k reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Pie 'N Burger is a historic landmark. It is known to be the official home of the cheeseburger. The…read morerecipes and the preparation techniques are still part of the perfection of Pie 'N Burger tradition. Who would have thought that a sandwich from 1924 would continue to be a classic landmark throughout Pasadena, Los Angeles, California, and the US? When I lived overseas it was one of the few places that everybody knew the name of and what it was known for... it has become a part of an American tradition. When I walked into the quaint location, just off of Lake Avenue on California Boulevard, I felt like I was brought back to another era. Brianna was working the counter area and asked what I'd like to eat. I asked for some suggestions; I wanted a variety of different things that would give me a sense of what they could do as an old-style diner. She was quick to talk about the original Pie 'N Burger cheeseburger. I let her know that I wanted the deluxe edition. It's called the Big Ben. It's a double cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato pickles, onions, and bacon. This sounded perfect. I also wanted fries and onion rings. Chicken tenders were next on my list as people had talked about how good they were with their homemade dipping sauces. The Apple Pie was the sweet conclusion of my takeout order. I enjoyed the ambiance as my food was being prepared. There was a great smell and sound coming from the kitchen that indicated that everything being made as customers waited. After a short time my food was ready. I was asked if there was anything else that I wanted to add to my order, and was handed the bill. It is well known that cash is the only accepted payment. And they do have an ATM available. When I got home and unpacked my order, everything was still hot. I wasn't sure what to start with first! I decided to try each item as I unpacked it just to get a sense of the flavor. French fries were great - long fries with a crisp exterior and great for dipping. I decided to dip in the blue cheese rather than using the traditional ketchup. Good choice, their blue cheese and other sauces are homemade. You can taste the difference. Onion rings were also crisp exterior surrounding the onion. Also great for dipping! Chicken tenders were fried with a lightly fried exterior and moist and tender. This is a great appetizer to share. The Big Ben Burger lived up to its reputation. Large, flavorful, and a great eating experience. The American cheese with the lettuce tomato pickle and bacon was a great mix. The flavor of the meat was prevalent. To say that it was a mouthful would be an understatement! The dessert was the piece de resistance and worth waiting for...Apple Pie. The crust embraced the flavor of the filling. Flavorful apples with a little bite. Definitely homemade and full of fond memories. Like a really good apple pie should be. The best part about this experience is that I now look forward to coming back and trying other items on the menu. The Patty Melt, French toast, chili cheese fries, and boysenberry pie are all on my list to try with my next visits. Great experience, great food, friendly service!

    My wife and I have been going to Pie 'n Burger for many years. We probably dine there 6 or 7 times…read moreeach year. Burgers and Pies are their specialties but I really like their Patty Melt. Today my wife had her usual burger and a root beer float. I wanted something different so I ordered their chicken pot pie. Being a child of the sixties and from a large family, I'm no stranger to chicken pot pies. My dad would buy them in bulk when they were on sale at ten for a dollar. Well, I've had the Pie 'n Burger version a couple of years ago but the one today rocked my world. Yes, a good chicken pot can do that. Anyway, our meals were outstanding and only topped by the excellent service we received from our waitress, Tyler. She was very friendly, attentive and helpful. Even though my pot pie needed to be heated just a bit longer after it was served, she made it right by warming it up some more. It was piping hot and delicious!!! When the bill came she apologized for the way she served the pot pie and didn't charge me for it. I was blown away!!! Rarely do you receive customer service like this is at a restaurant in this day and age. Pie 'n Burger is an "old school" kind of place with good food and desserts and "old school" friendly service. Thank you Tyler! You are a special kind of person.

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    Super Burger

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    4.3
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    I thought I already reviewed the best burger in Pasadena!…read more On my first visit, a standard burger was $3.95. I forget what it is now-- $6??? As good as this burger is, it's still a deal. Super Burger is owned by a super-nice Korean family. There are various Korean dishes in their menu available but I only go there for the burgers. What makes their simple burgers so great? First off the burger patty-- the patties are formed in-house. The cooked patties have that irregular edge that can only come from being hand-formed; imperfect and delicious. These aren't the frozen discs delivered by a freezer truck. The ratio of the ingredients are ideal. -- The tomato is sliced to the perfect thickness -- The freshly-shredded lettuce doesn't manspread and take up too much of the burger's real estate -- The thousand island dressing marries the freshness of the veggie section to the animal part perfectly -- The burger patty's girth is appropriately balanced for the other ingredients. -- Their buns have that old-school yeast(?) flavor not available in stores. Their burgers are lovingly prepared and assembled with care. This is why whenever I go, there are always people there. Seating is strictly patio style, looking out onto the intersection of Altadena and Villa. There lot is small lot next to the stand. I'm not sure if it's shared with another business. Street parking is available. Even though super burger is basically a corner burger stand with patio seating, the place is always clean. Super Burger is definitely a sure thing. It is the finest example of what a basic, standard burger can be. Bun, burger patty, lettuce, tomato, and dressing doesn't get better than this.

    I drive by this place everyday since I live down the street and I finally decided to try it. Was…read morevery skeptical at first about the hype and the price until i finally tried it! The teriyaki burger was one of the best i've had since its not the same type of typical teriyaki burger with teriyaki sauce, they add teriyaki beef on top of the hamburger patty and it's amazing. the onion rings here is probably the best in pasadena!

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    4.9
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    Awesome double smash burger!! The onions and crust are what made this one really good! They put a…read morelot of onions on so kinda a true Oklahoma style. Hard to find a place doing it this good. This is my 8th LA smash burger and it's definitely a top three contender! The ratios were on point. The lemon pepper fries were killer. The bulgogi fries were strangely good for no one appearing to be Korean who worked there. Big fresh jalapeños on top with the perfect amount of sauce. GREAT home made pickles on the burger to offset the rich patty and cheese. The service was TOP tier. Took a little longer than most, but tasted better than most! So pick your poison! Great outdoor seating in a bar next door with its own brewery. They have a deal going so you can use that place. Sat in a cool outdoor patio area with fake grass and a nice fence. Nice shade. Cool Glendale vibes.

    Great food and even better service. You can tell the team genuinely enjoys what they do, and it…read moreshows in the experience from start to finish. Customizations were no problem at all, and the turnaround time from ordering to pickup was exactly as promised. Their vegan options are full of flavor and definitely not an afterthought. Parking on the street can be a little tough, but it's absolutely worth it. Whether you eat there at one of the tables or take it to go, this is definitely a spot worth stopping at.

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    Sandwiches by Connal

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    4.0
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    Sandwiches by Connal is a Pasadena institution and an essential stop whenever I am back in my…read morehometown. I have such fond childhood memories of going there with my parents and grandparents and receiving what seemed like foot-tall soft-serve cones. They also make the best malts, terrific burgers, and excellent deli sandwiches. The pastrami on rye and grilled cheese are dependable favorites--or you can splurge on a classic banana split. Add fries, with or without chili, and you have the perfect old-school meal. When I was growing up, they called what most people know as a chocolate-and-vanilla twist a "ripple." That is still what I order--and what I call it--wherever I am in the world, even when people look at me funny. Whenever I am in Pasadena visiting family and friends, a stop at Connal's for a ripple, shake, burger, and fries is practically mandatory. Some places serve food; others hold generations of memories. Connal's does both.

    I ordered a typical salami grinder. I have had done this for 30+ years+…read more Today there was no menu to-go, no menu inside the restaurant, and no available menu online. The salami was processed, not dry. It came with a major portion of yellow mustard (not requested), tons of finely chopped wet lettuce, no cheese. Horrible and soggy. I would have requested my money back, but it was a to-go order. The quality of the entire restaurant has gone, and it seems no one cares, as this has been going on for over a year. Inside the restaurant, the tables were empty and unclean. The wall decor sign for the restaurant, was broken and meant nothing as it was missing the store name. It was an icon restaurant, but now broken, and terribl.

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    Chili-Cheese Burger (no lettuce) - Excellent.
    Chili-Cheese Burger (no lettuce) - Excellent.
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