Choo Choo, beware of other trains! We will be boarding in about 10 minutes:-))! Get your luggages, kids, and all passengers! ALL ABOARD the train is about to move, so grab your seats, before you miss the train. I am so surprised that I haven't done a review on Carneys all these years that I have been going there. This place is iconic, historic, yet practical in every way. It's a burger joint that makes you feel like you are really eating in the train, but the train is not moving. I can't say enough good things about Carneys and the staff. Always helpful, kind, nice, take your order and in less than 5 minutes, you grab a seat on the train and eat whatever you have ordered. It's SO good! In every way! I was doing last minute Christmas shopping around the area and was craving some Cheeseburger and their chili fries. Let's not forget there chocolate dipped bananas. YUM! Walked in on 12/23/25 and there were like 7 people ahead of me. That line was cleared so fast that I didn't even feel like I was standing in line. Got their regular Cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, light onions, with their Thousand Island dressing, Also got regular size chili fries and the food was sooooo gooooood!!!! They have jalapeño peppers, chili peppers, and all the other condiments that go with great hot dogs, burgers, fries and all. Place is super clean, abundant parking spaces, cute patio, and right outside of the restaurant they have 2 bathrooms. Both clean!! Good menu options to choose from! See you again very soon. Carneys and staff, you are AWESOME!! read more

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Going (way back) to my late teenage years, I was a Hot Dog / Hamburger addict. Los Angeles was my hometown and I had a ton of places to (as we said back then) "Do My Thing"! I had: Bob's Big Boy, Orange Julius, Scott's, The Apple Pan, Cassells, Original Tommy's, Hamburger Hamlet and a ton more. Most of this list is long gone. But there are a few that still lingering. Such is one I visited yesterday for old time sake - Carney's in Studio City. This Old Train Car Restaurant threw me back 50 years; and it was a fantastic piece of nostalgia that I loved. As you enter this train, the old photographs and all kinds of memorabilia hit you like a tornado; very cool! Their menu is pretty much the same except for a few new healthier dishes; I went for the healthier. My Chinese Chicken Salad was pretty damn good. It was big, with all kinds of "Good Stuff" with a very good peanut dressing to boot. In my old days I would have jumped all over a cheeseburger or hotdog, but I was very satisfied with my salad, and just lounging in a real live train car. read more

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Carney's is a great diner. The experience of eating in an old Railroad car is wonderful and that ambience is matched by the amazing food. Everything is cooked to order and all the employees are wonderful. I tried a Carney's Dog with Chili Cheese fries and my friend had a cheeseburger. All of them were delicious and you recieve generous toppings on everything. To the point that next time I think I'll just get regular fries cause there was enough chili on the hot dog for both it and to top the fries. Not that I'm complaining. Everything was a delight and I look forward to coming back again. They also have some great old school shirts for sale. read more

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Definitely some delicious hot dogs here. I went with Carney's dog, that comes with tomatoes, onions and their hearty, delicious chili. I also asked for my hot dog frank to be split and then grilled and that made it even more tasty. The frank had nice char marks and was juicy all throughout. Great dog! The ambiance here is special, as you're located inside of a former real train carriage. That gives out the vibes of excitement, like you're grabbing a quick hot dog before reaching the next town. Customer service here is attentive and professional. Good experience for a quick, quality hot dog. read more

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This place is an institution in Los Angeles. Fantastic chili cheeseburgers, chili cheese fries, shakes, and desserts for people who love a great greasy spoon. Went there today, and the people are super nice. Someone walked in and ordered a half gallon of chili? So, yah, people love this place, and rightfully so! read more

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Love Carneys!! Been here a couple times and def will be back for more. Their burgers are fresh and I love their menu bc you can get a small or big patty. Their hotdogs are also really good!! And their fries can also be thin or thick and I love that. Staff is super quick and this place is always clean. I also love trains lol. Delicious!! Thanks! read more

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This visit was a great trip down memory lane, it's been 25 years since I have visited Carneys in Studio City. I was surprised how much things have grown around this location. The Train car alone brought back so many great memories. Not a lot has changed, the food options are plentiful. We went for it during this trip, not sure when I will be back. We had an original Carney's hotdog with chili, onions and mustard, under the Red Eye menu we also had the Carneys hotdog with a sausage and chili, this was tied in with chili fries and Train wreck Fries, with grilled onions and thousand island dressing. I really enjoyed the chili, I love Tommy's chili but Carneys chili is just slightly better. The inside of the train car seem so small, they had many seating options inside and outdoors they have multiple seating areas. You will find the restrooms in the front train car. read more

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Friendly quick service and my go-to lunch spot. You can't go wrong whether you choose their burgers or hot dogs. My favorites are the Chicagoan and New Yorker. I recommend eating inside the train car dining room for the full experience read more

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Carneys is such a Valley staple. I grew up coming here and it still hits every time. The fact that it's inside a retired train car makes it extra unique, and it has both indoor and outdoor seating (I came during a rush and still managed to grab a spot). Parking is easy thanks to the lot and I usually find myself making Amazon returns at the Staples next door just to have an excuse to stop here. Food-wise, I love their vegetarian options. My go-to is the Veggie Sandwich (basically everything in a burger without the patty), but this time I tried the Garden Burger and it was also really solid. The real standout though is the Train Wreck Fries. Think In-N-Out's Animal Style fries, but in my opinion way better--loaded with cheese, grilled onions, and sauce. They're addicting and my absolute favorite thing on the menu. The inside is a little dated and the menu can feel overwhelming at first since there's a ton of choices, but honestly, the food makes up for it. Service isn't super fast, but the chefs are always friendly and the quality is consistently great. My friends who eat meat always enjoy the burgers and hot dogs. If you're in Sherman Oaks, Carneys is a must. Classic, nostalgic, and always satisfying. read more

Carneys - Garden burger and train wreck fries - Burgers Near Me - Studio City, California

Been here many times, and it never disappoints. The burgers and hot dogs are always juicy, the fries are crispy, and the staff is super friendly every visit. Won't blow you away but hits the spot, the way an old classic always does. read more

What a neat, unique fast food place. I've driven by here so many times and today was the day to stop in. I had a polish sausage "New Yorker" style with sauerkraut and mustard and chili/cheese fries. I can't say I was that impressed with either of my choices. Maybe a burger would have been a better option? Not sure I'll be back but it was definitely a ln experience. read more

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I've been here at least 3 times I really love their burger dog. Never disappoints. Always with them yellow peppers of course. The service is ok not above and beyond no big deal but still. I came on a Tuesday after work it was not packed we were able to get a table to eat outside. I prefer the outside just feels less cluster phobic. But overall I will go again mostly because of the amazing food! read more

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Wow have passed this place countless times maybe a thousand times! Always said I'm going but until today I did and was so worth it! The chili cheese fries so delicious! The double cheeseburger well cooked! The LA dog! The ambiance is just so cozy! read more

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Carneys is bomb if you want something to humble you down after a long day of being pretentious in the city. It's charming, friendly and local. It's affordable and for ALL to enjoy. Staff is super friendly and chill. They're happy that you're there and appreciate the business. There's no frills here unless you're obsessed with the little train car diner which is a total vibe honestly.. The chili dogs here are so good. I dream about them after a late night and I thoroughly enjoy how low key it is. The fries are also delicious and remind me of the spuds we'd get back in the 90s.. I honestly want to be a regular here but my waistline says different! Parking is super easy and they have their own lot. read more

Carneys turned me into a hot dog girlie. I was never a hot dog fan until I had one from Carneys, and now I'm hooked! They have a great chili dog (their signature Carney's dog), also recently tried their Red Baron and Chicagoan. I will say, don't get the Chicagoan dog if you're expecting it to be a true Chicago dog. It has elements but not the full experience, which I was disappointed in (totally my own fault though). Aside from that, Carneys is solid! They also have great burgers, sandwiches, salads, fries and drinks along with a number of other offerings on their menu I still need to try. Ambiance-wise, this is such a unique and fun experience. Definitely dine in to get the whole shebang. The restaurant is one big converted train car and so fun to eat at by yourself or with your crew! Parking is super easy in the lot. read more

Always a good choice. On a hot Saturday with the breeze blowing, sitting outside with my New Yorker hotdog (sauerkraut, and mustard) and a chocolate shake. What could be finer? It's a bit busy because it's so popular. But well worth the wait. Recommend highly. read more

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Hi the Keep It Real Guy here for all of these years so lets get after it! I have been a life long customer of Carneys! Yes I agree they do have the best hamburgers and hot dogs in the world! Their Chilly is the best! However now comes the sleeper. They have the tuna melt I had ever tasted really! I get it protein style lettuce wrap, in fact they offer it that way in anything that they make that must be said. If your diet limits you to bread. Anyway 5 stars across the board for the speed of the food coming out, and of course the taste! You wont find better in Los Angeles. I had gone to Sunset Strip, and Studio City, for many, many years! Just Keeping it Real!!! read more

This was my second time coming here after many years. Carneys remains iconic due to its vintage train car seating and famous hot dogs / burgers. I came with my mom on a Monday afternoon for lunch and wow this place was packed! Though I have driven past here so many times since the last time in my life I was here, I could never have imagined how popular this place is! There is ample parking in the plaza parking where the traincar sits. They also offer stickers for sale and this seems like a fun place to take your kids to eat. Hamburger 5/5, my mom and I both got this. These were JUICY with both ketchup and thousand island sauce dripping out from the fresh ingredients. This was made right in front of us and felt incredibly fresh. Strawberry shake 3/5, this was a basic shake but it did come from a soda pump style machine and I didn't know when it had been made. I'm not certain if I would order this again. read more

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The Place- This is a dining car from a train. Nice to do something different. The Service- Friendly Parking- Nice size lot with plenty of parking. The Food- Chili Cheeseburger- Good and recommended. Chili Cheese Fries- Delicious and highly recommended. read more

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This place is pretty cool. The fact that you're on a train is amazing. It's never super packed and the spacing is great. I love all the artwork on the walls and historical images. The service is great. I'd say the food is good, not blow you away good but you won't be dissatisfied. I think your best bet is stick with a burger or hotdog. the fries with a bunch of slop on them rule. They're always out of the yellow t shirt when I go though and that makes me sad. I just want the yellow carneys shirt but they literally never have it. :( read more

Carneys is hands down the best hamburger place. We drive little less than an hour just to get there, and it's 100% worth it. Plus it's even in a train! How cool is that? read more

If you asked me if I enjoyed this place, probably is the word I would choose still. The hot dogs we ordered, were admittedly very good but everything else fell flat. We ordered some chili cheese fries and while I'm no stranger to greasy chili, this one was swimming in grease. I did make an effort to try multiple times to make sure I wasn't crazy, but ultimately it was neither seasoned well nor was it very enjoyable texture wise, it was almost like eating slop. The cookie I ordered was seemingly underbaked and while soft was still less than satisfying. The ice cream sandwiches are literally just blue bunny ones, so I'm unsure why they even sell them. If you're here just to grab a hotdog, you'll probably enjoy it, otherwise I would temper your expectations accordingly. My hope is that maybe it was an off day, but I was really bummed that anything other than just a hot dog is asking a lot from here. read more

I haven't been to this restaurant forever it's was yummy love the like animal style fires Love the cheeseburger was good choice read more

Carneys - Cheeseburger like style animal fry's - Burgers Near Me - Studio City, California

I've been eating Tommy's for two decades and everyone knows it's an institution as respectable as In-n-Out. Carneys chili is more delicious and the vegetables taste fresher in the chili cheeseburgers when compared to Tommy's. The Train Wreck Fries are also better than Animal Style Fries. The service was decent and the food was ready very quickly. Aside from delicious food, the establishment is located inside a Santa Fe Railroad car. The Santa Fe Railroad was one of the largest railroads servicing Southern California in addition to Union Pacific and Southern Pacific. read more

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I absolutely love Carney's! I use to come here as a kid, now as an adult I bring my husband and children. The fun part about this place is your dining inside a vintage Southern Pacific railroad coach car. Small outside patio available as an alternative. Fun nostalgic vibes. Menu is simple: Burger, Sandwiches, Hot-Dogs, Fries, Salads, Shakes... but you are here for the Chili! It's mild yet flavorful all-beef chili. Get anything with chili on it is my recommendation. -Parking available in front/side - a private lot. - Cash/Card accepted. -Wheelchair/Stroller accessible (side ramp-on the right side of the train). read more

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Chili cheese burger or their regular cheeseburgers are such feel-goods. They have an entire parking lot which is awesome if you want to take your food in their to-go car boxes and enjoy there, or they have a cool patio as well to sit outside. Service is quick, friendly and on point as well. read more

A good and fun place for a burger or hot dog. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and I always get a kick out of the large drink labeled as "Wimpy" - go for the biggest drink they have! Why? Because you'll be shamed otherwise. The burgers are good but they kind of overdo it on the lettuce. (Iceberg, shaved and crispy) The fries are good and not salty at all, a pleasant surprise. The sweet potato fries are larger than the regular fries, very flavorful, and (different from the regular fries) are seasoned well. Over the last year or 2, I've been here for lunch and dinner and it's near-packed at those times, so know that the train might be full upon your arrival! read more

I like this little place. It is a fun place to eat if you enjoy the ambiance of the train life. This train car has delicious hot dogs and burgers (I prefer the burgers), fries, chili-cheese fries, sodas/teas/habanero lemonade (YUM), and the like. It sees a lot of kids in there so sometimes the place is a mess, but they do a great job of keeping it as clean as they can. I really enjoy spending time in here and know that you will too. Sheldon would be proud of you for eating here. read more

To me, in the LA area, there are only 3 Chili Dog spots that need to exist. The Original Tommy's ... Pink's Hotdogs ...... and Carneys. All three are great, all equal in taste and satisfies that chili dog craving, all delish, and all will give you the necessary heartburn a great Chili Dog gives you. I can't decide which one is my favorite. They are all different but the same as a "hit the spot" chili dog any time of day. Carneys, though, is unique. Why? It's in a vintage train car! The Sunset Blvd location is iconic (you'll see it in movies and shows), but the Studio City location is also cool and easier to get to if you are outside of Hollywood - and long time ago, they had a spot in my hometown of Glendale. The menu is not as 'diverse' as Pink's but they do give you enough options if you want something more: from salads, to burgers and wraps, and of course what I always get: The Carneys with Cheese: Chili, mustard, tomato, onions and I add: Cheese! They also have sausages. My wife usually has the Polish Carneys as she's not a big hot dog fan. Add some fries and it's a perfect chili dog meal. Eat it slow. Seriously. Enjoy every single bite. We usually share a chili cheese burger (just because it's hard not to). End it all with a Frozen Chocolate Dipped Banana! Oh and as a PSA - leave the celebrities alone. Let them eat their chili dogs in peace... yes, you just might see your favorite star. read more

This a must have for me whenever I visit LA! This time I struggled with my decision, but I decided to get my usual: chili cheese hotdog with onions and fries! It was good but not as good as I've had in the past. The fries tasted like they had been cooked in old grease, hence the 4 stars! Next time I think I'll try the Red Eye which is a polish sausage without cheese though. My cheese was not melted on my chili cheese dog and that's a pet-peeve of mine! . I'll be back because I love the atmosphere and the service! However, it wouldn't hurt you to change your oil more often!! read more

Carneys - Chili cheese hotdog with chopped onions. I preferred to have my cheese melted! - Burgers Near Me - Studio City, California

On Veteran's Day my son was off school so I decided to bring him here for lunch. He hasn't been here before and was surprised to find this train restaurant here. I have been here many many years ago. We got here around 12 and there was a big line. I guess it's a holiday and everyone is here. My son and I enjoyed our time here it's a very cute restaurant with great ambiance. We chose to sit outside cause it was a beautiful weather. I ordered us 1/2 pound Angie's burgers. So delicious. Very big, I couldn't finish it. We also shared a chili fries and New Yorker hot dog. Everything was delicious. Not my typical choice for food but it's a nice treat once in a while. I'm not a fan of burgers but my son is. We both loved our burgers at Carneys. Great customer service and reasonable prices. read more

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This Jersey gal has always loved a good hot dog and I had to travel to Studio City to find this gem. Carney's is a historic eatery located in a vintage train car on Ventura Blvd. The layout of the property is really cool. Yellow train cars make up the structure. Once inside, you read the menu on the wall of their offerings. I was torn between the New Yorker (Kraut & brown or yellow mustard) and the Carney (Chili, brown or yellow mustard, onions, tomato & chesses). I opted for the Carney, no cheese or tomato and a large Dr Pepper. There was a line but it moved relatively fast. The counter service was friendly with a sense of humor. It's organized chaos behind the counter and it works. I received my food and ate it there. They have outside sitting as well but I wanted to experience the train car. The first bite was a flavor explosion of chili, dog, onions and mustard. So delicious!!!! Dog had the perfect snap I love. Will be returning in the future. read more

Carneys - Chili Dog with onions and spicy brown mustard. Ice cold Dr Pepper. - Burgers Near Me - Studio City, California

My family began taking me here when I was young and we recently began coming back again, and again. It has become a cherished tradition to eat absolutely delicious food while being in a vibey retro train car atmosphere. We love it. Service is always super accommodating and there is tons of parking and space inside to eat very casually. Truly a respite. read more

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Ive been coming here since I was a kid. Today I walked in and it smelled like a high school gym locker. Instantly walked out. How this place has an A rating is beyond me. read more

Love Carneys! We went there for lunch today - the location on Ventura Blvd in Studio City - and I tried the cheeseburger for the first time. Really good! Of course the burgers are cooked well done and have to be, but the burger on the fluffy bun, shredded lettuce, juicy tomato, crisp pickles, is really good! You can have options of onions, raw or grilled, relish, mustard, mayo, ketchup or 1000 Island Dressing. And you can opt for regular or with chili, I got the regular this time. I got plain French fries, small size to go with my burger. Husband got a Carney's hot dog with American cheese and chili fries. Carneys had lots of options for just about everyone, including salads! When we were there, the owner was having his lunch and he had a sandwich wrapped in lettuce and a really good looking salad! Service is great, food turnaround is a bit longer than most fast food, but worth just the few extra minutes. Really, you are not waiting long for your food, I've waited longer at In-N-Out. Of course love the old train car to sit in. The restaurant is always kept clean. So are the restrooms. If you have not been to Carneys, you got to go at least once! If not several times! Link to menu: https://carneys.res-menu.com/menu read more

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Being that my husband is in the film industry and between him growing up and working in SoCal, I find it hard to find places that he has never been... Well, let me say finding this place was perfect! I love that it's an actual train car!! Menu is on the wall in two places and there is a walk up window area to order. I believe it was the owner who took our order and pricing was a little over $5 and up, so for 3 dogs, 2 fries, a shake and soda we spent a little over $40. Dogs were sooo filling and good size, my chili dog! Omg! Perfect amount of seasoning, fresh shredded cheese and onion... greasy but that's expected and I did not mind at all... definitely worth a try. Seating inside (did get a little warm) and also outside, clean bathrooms in the back of the train and just as important... great customer service!! read more

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Great tasting food on an actual train. Able to buy some chili cheese burgers, hot dogs, and fries. They make shakes as well. I love coming here, especially bring family members who are visiting. Overall a great experience especially for kids. I have always received great customer service from the staff and my order is always correct. This is the reason why I continue on coming back. read more

My niece and nephew love this place! The dining area is always nice and clean. There is a good amount of space inside as well as outside. The service has always been amazing! They always go out of their way to check in on the kids and make sure that they are enjoying their meals. Food is what you would expect for burger and fries. Burger is a good size and fries are good but I'm not big on shoestring fries. Overall always a good experience. Bathrooms are ok, they could be a bit cleaner at times. But I get it, people also need to be responsible for themselves. read more

Always a good visit to this establishment. Food and service are both good and I recommend the place for both adults and kids. read more

Carneys - Burgers Near Me - Studio City, California

First time here and beyond expectation. We ordered the chili cheeseburger, chili cheese fries and the New Yorker dog, spicy style.. Too good!!. Quick and good service.. Food was amazing. Everything was good, fresh and done quick.. The setup is pretty chill, eating inside a train car was cool and different. Will be back. read more