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    Carneys

    4.0 (891 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers, Hot Dogs, Wraps
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Carney's Hot Dog
    Steve S.

    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.

    Carney's Hot Dog
    Scott B.

    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.

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    Robert B.

    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!

    Cheeseburger
    Linda M.

    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!

    Train Wreck Fries
    Cesar D.

    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.

    Garden burger and train wreck fries
    Kate L.

    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.

    Menu

    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

    Polish Sausage with sauerkraut and mustard, and chili cheese fries.
    Leigh M.

    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.

    Double Cheeseburger
    Luis P.

    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!

    Luis M.

    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!

    Line of customers
    Pier P.

    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.

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    Michelle B.

    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.

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    Great chili dog. We'll definitely stop by again if we're in the area. Going to try out the burger next time!

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    Been eating at Carneys for years, probably the best Burgers and Hotdogs you'll get in LA.

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    Delicious Hawaiian dog! Mango, salsa, mustard... Really hit the spot for Sunday, afternoon lunch

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    chill atmosphere, easy to order, good burgers, but $7 for a large fry that isn't big is criminal

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    The food is delicious. Customer service is okay. The quality is good. I highly recommend this joint

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    Ask the Community - Carneys

    Do you have veggie dogs?

    I don't see one on the menu. They do have a vegan burger - "hungry planet burger". Would love to see them add a vegan hot dog.

    Do you still sell the Red Barons?

    Yep Red Baron still there!

    I have a peanut allergy, are there peanut free options?

    I don't think there's anything in that kitchen or on the menu that uses peanuts, but I can all but guarantee their awesome burgers & dogs don't have nuts, despite their expanded menu. I truly hope you don't miss the opportunity to eat there. It's my… Read more

    Can you make that 2 orders of cookies, please? I'm not used to this app. I know it will cost extra. Thanks.

    Sure! You can pick it up at the train!

    Do they have a gluten free bun option? Id love to be able to have carneys again after being diagnosed with a gluten allergy

    Yes we do! We added gluten free buns last year.

    Hi, I can't eat pork so I wonder whether I can eat their burger or burger with chili?

    No pork in our burgers or our chili or our hot dogs!

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    tl;dr the rich and crispy smash burgers are the best in the neighborhood, worthy of the premium…read moreprice; I'm sad to see the Silver Lake location shutter The broad Los Angeles burger scene is equal parts vast and contentious, and many of the most popular spots began amidst the pandemic. Such is the case with Heavy Handed, which debuted as a backyard pop-up just before the shutdown. Heavy Handed distinguishes itself on the basis of its short rib burger base and meme-filled marketing. Heavy Handed transitioned to a food truck in 2021 and now operates two brick-and-mortar locations across LA (this Silver Lake location just closed its doors). The Silver Lake outpost took over the space of beloved diner All Day Baby on a bustling strip of Sunset. The exterior combined HH's signature sunset-orange color palette with psychedelic, LA- and burger-themed murals designed by local artist DJ Neff. The spacious dining room was warmly lit by a red neon strip running the length of the ceiling. Seating options ranged from upholstered half-booths to standard wooden tables and chairs to the bar counter around the corner. Classic rock echoed around the room. My partner and I visited for weekend lunch. We ordered immediately, and our food was available within minutes. We opted to split a Double Short Rib Burger. Immediately, I was impressed by the crispy, slightly charred edges around the circumference. Meanwhile, the center bites were addictively rich and juicy. The thick-cut pickles added a vinegary snap, while the diced onions were caramelized to a jam-like consistency. The service was friendly and efficient. At first, we raised our eyebrows at the $13 pricetag, but we were satisfied with the generous portion and delicious taste. In a busy, burger-heavy neighborhood (including wildly popular peer smash burgers at The Win-Down and Goldburger), this was our favorite one.

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