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    Frisco's Carhops

    3.9 (1.9k reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Diners
    Open 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed

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    Amanda A.

    Love their breakfast ! I miss their free coffee but can't go wrong with their burrito big enough to share with 2-3 people or even kid sized meals because I can share that with my little

    Samara G.

    This place is easily visible from the street, and there's plenty of parking around the building! If you want that classic "car hop" diner spot, this is definitely the place to go. You walk in and the 50's vibe is so much fun! The posters are literally my favorite thing. Also, the car tables where you look like you're sitting in a car itself, I love that so much! Service was great, they made sure that you have everything you need, double check your orders, etc. We started off with the Cobb Salad, it was a hefty size, even for a half salad. Filled with all the goodness of a cobb salad. For the Salad dressing, we got the Chipotle Ranch, which was a perfect pairing. For our mains, we ordered the Pastrami Sandwich and a Bacon Cheeseburger. For the price there was a good chunk of pastrami packed into it. It was juicy and great every bite. The bacon cheeseburger was also really good, the bacon was that perfect crisp and the buns had that light toast on it. For the sides, we got the cruiser fries and the chili cheese fries. They're the same size as the cobb salad. So a good portion. The fries are perfectly seasoned and has a nice crisp to it. The chili had a good spice to it, and I loved the crumbly bacon on the cruiser fries. Order....the....milkshake, I don't care if you take it home to enjoy later, but please do it. The mint chocolate shake was like having Andy's Chocolate Mints, which is one of my top 5 candys (Like come on, one of the best endings to Olive Garden right?). The Churro shake literally had little pieces of churro, as well as having that good size piece on top! Like how else do you finish off a great 50's diner meal! The sodas were also great, it looked like it was it's own brand, but there were fun different flavors! I did a mix of a couple of flavors. It's a great spot for if you're just doing takeaway, a date night, or even a bigger party, plenty of seating.

    Churro shake and mint chocolate shake
    Jason S.

    We had dinner here the other night. There is plenty of parking available. The restaurant has a fun 1950s vibe complete with rollerskating carhops and car booths. They have breakfast and great American diner classic food offerings. We had a pastrami sandwich and a bacon cheeseburger. There is so much pastrami packed into the sandwich. The bacon cheeseburger had soft buns, a perfectly cooked patty and crispy bacon. We also got a half order of the chicken Cobb salad. It is a good size for two people and get the Chipotle Ranch dressing. We also got an order of chili cheese fries and cruiser fries. The fries are nice and crispy. Both types of fries are a good portion and quite hearty. Also, save room for their milkshakes. We got a mint chocolate shake and a churro shake. The mint chocolate shake was nice and minty. The churro shake has crispy pieces of churro. Both were the perfect way to finish our meal. Such a fun place with wonderful service and great food. Can't wait to come back again.

    Chicken Pita Wrap (Chicken Souvlaki)
    Suriya P.

    Came here this evening and had such a great experience. First off, the inside is so cute! It's has a classic 50s-style diner vibe that immediately puts you in a good mood. We tried the chocolate shake, Oreo cookie shake, the chicken pita wrap, and the Frisco Fire burger on a sourdough jalapeño bun, and honestly... everything was delicious. The food tasted fresh and flavorful, and the burger in particular had the perfect mix of spice and crunchiness. The customer service was excellent! Everyone was super kind and welcoming, which always makes the experience that much better. Definitely looking forward to coming back and trying more items. Really glad we stopped by!

    Donald C.

    Frisco's Carhop Drive-Thru is one of my favorite quick stops in town! I swung by today and got the cheeseburger combo and the club sandwich combo to share, plus a root beer float and a thick chocolate shake. Everything was fresh, hot, and delicious--the cheeseburger had that perfect smashed-on-the-griddle taste with melty American cheese, the club was stacked high with turkey, crispy bacon, lettuce, and mayo on toasted bread, and the fries were golden and perfectly seasoned. The root beer float was fizzy, creamy perfection, and the chocolate shake was so thick I had to work for every sip. Exactly what you want from a classic experience. The retro vibe inside is adorable--like stepping back into a 1950s carhop diner with neon signs, vintage posters, and checkerboard accents. They've gone all out for Christmas right now with twinkling lights, wreaths, garland, and little retro Santas everywhere; it's honestly one of the most festive spots around this season. Place is always spotless, the parking lot and drive-thru lanes are super convenient, and the staff? Hands-down some of the friendliest people you'll ever meet. They greet everyone with a genuine smile, get your order right, and make you feel like a regular even if it's your first time. If you're craving classic American drive-in food with a big side of nostalgia and holiday cheer, Frisco's is the spot. Highly recommend.

    Tina T.

    Friscos Car Hop is such a fun and nostalgic spot! The environment gives total retro diner vibes with cute decor that makes you feel like you stepped back in time. The burgers were super yummy--juicy, flavorful, and cooked just right. And the shakes? SO good, thick, creamy, and the perfect sweet treat. If you're looking for a cute, feel-good place to grab a classic burger and shake, this spot is definitely worth the stop!

    Chili Cheese Fries Frisco Cheeseburger Chipotle Chicken Sandwich
    James L.

    Really great service, the food tasted so good and fresh. This is definitely one of my favorite spots in Whittier to go for a while now. And you can request to get curly fries for the chili cheese fries also! Also the chipotle chicken sandwich is to DIE for. 10/10 with chipotle ranch too!

    Veggie Cheese Burger & Onion Rings

    Very impressed with how flavorful the veggie burger is here. I added cheese. The onion rings were delish too with chipotle ranch!

    They have drive thru!
    Jan V.

    Came in at around 7 on a Wednesday night with the fam for diner food! We have been here before, but my kids always get excited when they see the restaurant. The tables that look like cars, the traffic light , the posters give 1950s nostalgia vibes! Here's what we ordered: The chicken Cobb salad- grilled chicken , bacon, egg and the chipotle ranch dressing definitely go well together! It's perfect to share as the serving is quite generous! The Bacon Avocado burger combo with curly fries and drink! The avocado melts perfectly in with the patty and bacon the portions is also good to share! Kids combo- comes in a car box and fries and drink. The kids chose chicken tenders and ranch. Signature Milkshakes- Neapolitan and Mint Chocolate chip! The food came out pretty fast and we love that everyone was all smiles!

    Frisco Fire Burger
    Mandy W.

    This cute 50/60's theme diner has been around in Whittier for decades. Finally made the move to come by. The coolest thing about this diner is the server all roller skate to you with your food. I call that skill! The menu is quite large. Burgers, Sandwiches, Salad, Gyro Wraps milkshakes. Also breakfast menu. I ordered the chipotle chicken sandwich, Jalapeno Burger, Zuchini and Curly Fries , Greek Salad , Oreo Shake. The chicken is crispy and comes with onion ring in the burger which it tasted very good together. The Jalapeno Burger came with a sourdough bread. The greek salad is my other favorite, it came with side of pita bread and love the vinegerette dressing. Overall, great spot for friends get together and family gathering.

    Sides shakes drinks & desserts menu as of Sept 2025
    Mabel T.

    What a fun place to eat! The whole place is decorated like a retro dinner with classic cars props sticking out of the walls and some in the dining area to eat in. The fries were so good. I think we finished almost half our order before getting to our main entrees. I tried both the mint chocolate chip and the cookies and cream shake which were both super amazing. Perfectly sweet and tasty! The colossal burger was delicious. We especially liked the pastrami here. We also got the club sandwich which was a healthier option. Overall good but a tad on the saltier side or it could be because we had like half the fries and our shakes before starting our meal. Although we did over order, the staff was friendly and gave us paper or plastic options to pack our leftovers to go. I definitely would come back since there were so many mouthwatering options it made it hard to decide on what to order. I want to try their zucchini fries and breakfast items the next time I come back.

    Kristine Y.

    Went to Frisco's for the fun vibe and throwback meals. The restaurant itself is clean and well maintained. It has such a fun, nostalgic decor with the pictures of famous people, statues and especially the car seats. A definite must for kids of all ages! The service was done with a smile. You order at the counter then they deliver your food to your table. If you are lucky you will have a traditional carhop girl deliver it to you on skates! The food was just as delicious as the decor is fun. What we ordered: Classic bacon avocado $10.49 Chipotle bacon cheeseburger $9.49 Tuna sandwich (new) $ 10.99 Pastrami sandwich (new) $12.99 Chicken Pita Wrap $11.49 Chicken Cobb salad $9.99 Parmesan zucchini stick $6.99 Onion rings $6.89 Vanilla milkshake $5.99 Chocolate milkshake $5.99

    Mint chocolate shake
    Alice W.

    Rolling into Frisco's carhops was a wheely good idea, because here... food literally comes to you on skates! LOVE the fun atmosphere - the decor and music transports you back into the 1950s. The seating is so creative, and you can actually sit in little cars! Love how the seats matched our desserts: mint ice cream and strawberry smoothie to the mint green and pink vehicles. The diner food was great, and really huge portions! Surprised by how MASSIVE the salad was. Chicken was seasoned so well that it didn't even need dressing on the salad for me - salty and savory. I also got the Frisco chicken sandwich, which comes with crunchy toasty bread with cheese on outside for extra flavor and fun. Service was friendly and welcoming. You can either dine in (which is more of an experience) and park in the small lot in the back or grab drive-through if you're on the go. Can't wait to come back!

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    How can a freaking car hop 50's joint not make hot dogs? I don't get it. Being that mostly all car hops make hot dogs except Friscos.

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    We hope to see you and a group of friends back at Frisco’s Carhops!

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    When is the Lakewood one opening?

    It's OPEN NOW 6205 Bellflower Blvd Lakewood Ca 90713

    Do all the waitresses still we're rollerskates?

    No not all some do

    Are there any dairy free milkshakes (almond, soy, oat, or coconut based)?

    Unfortunately no

    Does this place have a long wait on the weekends?

    I was there on a recent Sunday afternoon (1:00 pm) and the wait to order was about 15-20 mins.

    Do you still have your kid's mac and cheese?

    They do not have this on the menu anymore

    Are dogs allowed in the patio?

    Yes, if you need a water bowl, just ask!

    Can i substitute my burger bun for lettuce wrap?

    Yes

    Is breakfast served all day?

    No, only until Noon.

    The shakes look delicious and i want to go, but are there any non-dairy ones?

    THEY SHARES ARE DELICIOUS! BUT THE WAITING TIME IS THE WORST!

    Are there dine in?

    Yes

    Do they accept apple pay?

    Yes they do!

    Saw this place advertised as a car hop on Google. Do they in fact roller skate to your car???? That would be a GREAT social distance feature if they did!! 🤞🤞

    No, they used to but they keep the theme going across the board and service is super friendly otherwise! They do offer a drive thru!

    Are they open for outdoor (patio) dining?

    Yes and it's GORGEOUS

    Anyone know what the Rowland Heights location is gonna be? Please for the love of God not another Asian restaurant 🙄 Something similar(hopefully)? Ruby's? A REAL Johnny Rockets? Astro?

    Location is horrible but i would like to see success for a Johnny Rockets burgers for those exiting Frank and sons and maybe a King Taco franchise would be good alongside this too.… 

    Are you open?

    Hi, yes our drive-thru is open from 7 am - 10 pm!

    Is the Industry (Rowland Heights adjacent) location still operating?

    Hi. I believe they relocated to Whittier: 16460 Whittier Boulevard Whittier.

    Are there any happy Hour specials? if so what time and days are there?

    Hello, I’m sorry but not at this moment. We do have daily promotions you can call the restaurant at 626-913-3663 and the manager can give you the information for daily promos.… 

    Is there a Friscos closer to Lakewood ca.? My 15 yrold would like to have a little sweet 16 she love the 50's

    Not anymore. There used to be one in Downey, but it closed several years ago. Now, there is only the one on Gale Avenue in the City of industry.

    Would this place be good for a birthday party on a Saturday night?

    yes most definitely! we have live singers performing 50's music, we also have our skating carhops performing a few dances to give you the full rock and roll experience! Don't forget to try our famous burgers and milkshakes !

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    Here's a polished version of your review that keeps your personal style while improving the flow,…read moregrammar, and readability. My fiancée and I were pleasantly surprised by this place. Although there is parking in the front, it's very limited. We later found there is much more convenient parking in the back, which I definitely recommend using. As soon as you walk in, you can tell it's a family-owned, mom-and-pop restaurant. Even though the dining area is small, it feels warm, welcoming, and comfortable. It also seems to be a favorite among the locals, which is always a good sign. The service was excellent. The staff frequently checked on us, kept our water glasses full, and happily accommodated my fiancée's special request for her meal. The food was fantastic. My fiancée ordered the Wet Burrito without the cheese on top. It came with chips, and even though they were in the sauce, they somehow stayed crispy throughout the meal. She loved every bite. I ordered the chicken and waffles with whipped cream and strawberries. The chicken was fried to perfection--crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and well-seasoned throughout without being overly breaded. The waffles were delicious and paired perfectly with the toppings. We also shared a biscuit with gravy. The biscuit was soft, fluffy, and moist enough that it honestly didn't even need the gravy. That said, the gravy was rich, flavorful, and not overly salty, making it a great complement. Overall, we had a wonderful experience. The food, service, and atmosphere all exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend giving this place a try--and don't forget to park in the back!

    Been having this place saved for months and so glad we finally checked it out over the weekend. The…read moreservice is good and the food was so tasty. It's like a small hole in a wall or a small diner with some home made food. I absolutely loved it. Prices are great, servings are great! Parking is limited but I noticed also available in the back.

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    Stopped by after a run and had a great breakfast. If you're looking for a classic mom-and-pop spot,…read morethis is it. I ordered the sausage and eggs, which came with home potatoes and my choice of bread. It was simple and filling. I also tried the iced vanilla latte, which was good. They're known for their cafe de olla though. The menu is pretty versatile, with both breakfast and lunch options. Staff was friendly and checked in on us throughout the meal. They also have both indoor and outdoor seating.

    I've been coming here for quite a while because it's within walking distance of my home, and I…read moregenuinely love the atmosphere. The older gentleman who I believe is the owner is always friendly, welcoming, and attentive. He's one of the main reasons I keep coming back. Unfortunately, my experience with the woman who takes orders and rings customers up has been very inconsistent. I'm not sure if she's his wife or daughter, but her attitude is often so rude that I find myself dreading the ordering process. While she occasionally has good days, most of my interactions with her have felt unfriendly, dismissive, and unnecessarily unpleasant. It's disappointing because I truly enjoy this café and want to continue supporting it. The food, location, and atmosphere keep me coming back, but customer service is a huge part of the experience. I hope this feedback is taken constructively because I'd love to see the service match the warmth and hospitality that the owner consistently provides.

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