One of the things that is often overlooked and underappreciated when people dine out is how much…read morethe manager influences your experience. Think about it: they're running the entire operation behind the scenes- servers, inventory, scheduling, front of house, kitchen area, customers, and putting up with all the nonsense in between, and I know there's a lot of *that* as a former restaurant worker myself! That's why Allison at Finney's is so kick-ass. She runs Finney's flawlessly. I'm a big foodie and hit up lots of different restaurants around LA, and Finney's in Burbank has definitely become my go-to spot. Allison does such a great job of providing a great customer experience from the moment I walk in to paying my tab. It's not just her welcoming demeanor, but it's also the same positive energy I see in the staff when she's running things. It's nice to know there are still places that care about a great customer experience and making you and your friends right at home, especially when you're celebrating with some of your closest friends and creating perhaps some of your final memories of LA.

Absolutely loved Finney's Crafthouse! Friendly, fast service from the moment we walked in. Their…read morecraft beer selection is a must-try -- the Irish Red, Kombucha Hazy IPA, and every pour we sampled were great. The prosciutto and arugula flatbread with hot honey was absolutely delicious, and the avocado egg rolls are a definite must-order starter. We also really enjoyed the mini lobster roll appetizer. Everything came out fresh, flavorful, and quick. Great atmosphere, great food, and a spot we'll definitely be back to! Thanks for making a vacation stop for us delicious!

Amazing food and atmosphere but the one thing that stood out to me was Johnny the bartender here,…read morehe gave the most amazing service. Very hospitable. 10/10 I will be back just based on the service I received alone.

Went in on a Saturday after shopping at the mall. Sat at the bar. Bartender I forget her name was…read morereally nice and attentive ! Food was really good huge portion and I got the Bloody Mary which was really good! Ambiance was nice aswell !

We stopped by the Shake Shack in Burbank while we were out exploring the area and trying a new…read moreplace for the first time. The ordering process is mostly through self-service kiosks. There is one register available if you prefer to order with a person, but no employee is stationed there full-time, so you may have to wait a few minutes. The staff was friendly, attentive, and provided excellent customer service throughout our visit. The restaurant was clean, and the restrooms were clean as well. Our food came out fairly quickly. We ordered beef burgers, a fried chicken sandwich with avocado, loaded fries, regular fries, drinks, and a shake. The beef burgers had great flavor and were definitely the highlight of the meal. My chicken sandwich was good, but it didn't have that "wow" factor that would make me want to order it again. The loaded fries were tasty too. Our total came to $81 for three burgers, three orders of fries, two drinks, and a shake. Since everything is à la carte, it felt a little pricey for what we received. Overall, I'm glad we tried it. It wasn't bad at all, but it also wasn't a place that left me thinking, "I can't wait to come back." If you're in the area and want to check it out, it's worth trying at least once. I'd give it an 8 out of 10.

Winner today! Cool…read moreAC! World Cup semi finals on 2 tvs! Couldn't ask for a better place to stop for a quick lunch after driving over 1-1/2hrs to work site. About to head out for another 30 mins drive to arrive. This is my 2nd time here ever and I really like it! I was first here years ago. It filled up nicely too for lunch today. Clean restrooms, easy tablet ordering, order freshly prepared and delivered to your table. My single shack burger was great, fries were pretty good also. But, the star this time was the vanilla shake. So delicious and perfect thick consistency to go through the straw perfectly and never got thin/ runny, lol

This was the most disappointing slop of shit I ever put in my mouth! The burger was totally raw and…read moredisgusting if I wanted something that raw I could have just taken a steak out of the freezer and bit into it! I will never order from here again it was absolutely repulsive! EXPENSIVE AND NOT EDIBLE!

Let me just say--this Five Guys location has some of the best customer service I've ever…read moreexperienced, and it's all thanks to one employee: Hudson. From the moment you walk in, Hudson makes you feel welcome, appreciated, and like your meal actually matters. In a world where good service can be rare, he genuinely stands out. Now, we all know Five Guys isn't the cheapest place to eat--but Hudson makes it worth every penny. His energy, professionalism, and friendly attitude remind you that you're not just paying for top-tier burgers and fries, you're also getting top-tier service. And that combo? It's unbeatable. Honestly, Hudson might be the reason I keep coming back. The food is always delicious, but when it's paired with service like his? Game changer. Somebody promote this man already--#HudsonForManager.

I've been coming here since I was a kid, & being in my 30's now coming here it still holds the same…read moreoutstanding flavorful food quality. My go to order is their grilled chicken breast, or their tri tip 7 oz with the side of sweet mash & Mac n cheese -- it hits every time! I am obsessed with their sweet mash it's a must have for me. I highly advise you to ask for the garlic bread rolls with bbq sauce on the side 10/10 !!! The service at this location was very pleasant. From the host, to our server, everything was top tier each time we visited. The location is extremely well up kept, clean, & everyone works & moves very organized. I love that. I work in restaurant management so seeing this when I go out is a green flag for me. Will definitely be back soon! Parking tip: located next door there is a parking garage for the restaurant, I believe its 90 minutes, or just restricted to only wood ranch grill customers, either way its FREEEEE:)

Came here after the movies and overall I'll rate my experience 4/5. I had a really good time…read moresitting at the bar. The service was cool, however they did mess up my order and I was already starting to eat. They said I had to give up the other plate even though the salmon was cooked wrong it still was looking satisfying!!! The potatoes were better though than my new salmon plate. It was pretty busy for a Sunday but the service was pretty fast at the bar. It's clean inside and modern. Right next to the fun stuff in Burbank. I will come back here again. ! -Marshay D.

Tried the Hickory Burger and the Hook Burger with onion rings and sweet potato fries…read more Both burgers were juicy and flavorful. Onion rings were crispy and the sweet potato fries were good too. Solid spot when you're craving a good burger.

First time visiting or even hearing of Hook Burger. In the area and decided to stop by…read more Service was amazing. Robert, at the register made excellent recommendations and everyone that we encountered from the staff was super pleasant and helpful. It's a typical burger restaurant but I'm a sucker for a chicken sandwich and their buffalo version didn't disappoint (I'd ask for more buffalo sauce next time, but it was still tasty) Good onion rings and fries. I'd visit again to try burger.

It didn't seem particularly busy when I came in here recently, but there were some things going on…read morethat were distracting the servers, so I didn't feel like we had the best service. Our chips and salsa order was never put in, BUT it was totally fine because my boyfriend and I totally should have shared a burger! We ended up STUFFED with our Hawaiian burgers- they also mixed up our orders slightly, giving him a wheat bun with cheese and me a regular bun, no cheese, when I wanted the wheat bun and no cheese. It was not a big deal and my boyfriend just ate the wheat bun and I had the regular. No big deal. But a subtle thing that added to my less-than five star rating. Drinks were okay. Happy hour had some good deals. The Hawaiian burger is still elite. Everyone was friendly and I enjoyed the food, it just seemed to be a slightly off day for the service. Worth trying again!

Tonight was one of the most disappointing visits I've had at Islands and, unfortunately, it…read moreprompted me to leave this type of review. The one bright spot of the evening was our host, Sophia. She was welcoming, friendly, and made us feel genuinely appreciated from the moment we walked in. She provided the level of hospitality I expect from Islands. Unfortunately, everything after we were seated went downhill. We started with the spinach artichoke dip, which arrived extremely runny and lacked any real flavor. Even the "secret seasoning" couldn't improve it. It was not something I would order again. I ordered the Longboarder Burger and was equally disappointed. The bun had a strong, stale odor that made it seem as though it had absorbed the smell of a pantry shelf or had been sitting far past its prime. The smell was so off-putting that I had to take the burger apart and eat only the patty. Even then, the patty itself was underwhelming, lacking both quality and flavor. For a restaurant known for its burgers, this was unacceptable. Our server, whose name I don't recall, was absent for most of the evening. While I understand restaurants get busy, being busy shouldn't come at the expense of basic attentiveness. On more than one occasion, she appeared too rushed to fully listen to what we were saying. At one point, my partner was still in the middle of speaking when she simply walked away before he had finished his sentence. That left us feeling dismissed rather than cared for. I've always associated Islands with consistently good food and friendly service, which is why this experience was so disappointing. Sophia, the hostess, delivered excellent hospitality, but the food quality and the service we received after being seated fell well below the standard I expect from this restaurant. I hope management takes this feedback seriously, because based on this visit, I would hesitate to return.

Easy Street Burgers is family owned. Easy Street started as a small pop-up tent operation in a…read moreparking lot located in East Hollywood. Originally, it was formed as a passion project to focus on creating and serving their own version of a smashburger. After about two years Easy Street opened its first ever brick and mortar in Studio City, in 2022. It is great. The place is adorable and still looks new. It is comfortable. You can dine there, do pick up or have it delivered. Regardless of whether you call in or go there, the service is great. This is not a huge place and I have a feeling it will grow. It is that good. We love their Filthy fries with onion, cheese and a burger patty. They also have a special sauce for it. All of their fries are great. They also have regular fries, Cajun and Wild Fries with onions and cheese. Their burgers are the best. Made there fresh and always made right. You will love this place.

The best part about going to SoCal is hitting an endless list of gems that you get to gauge on…read morebeing over hyped or worth the hype. Easy street burgers is worth all the hype, and watching this business succeed is such a pleasure. I've been here twice and each time the staff was kind and quick, the atmosphere was lively for a Friday afternoon, but calm enough to have a conversation. The menu is easy, and the meat quality shows. I am not a sauce person and they went light on sauces in the most perfect way. I'm a fan. 10/10