(Dined 01/16/2023 MO @ 6:15am): Sorry Guy, no highball for me at your airport lounge; but, I will have a beer!
I had an early morning flight out of Hollywood Burbank Airport BUR (formerly Bob Hope Airport until 2017) for a work event, when I finally decided to try Guy's Highball Lounge. Normally, I wasn't a breakfast person nor an early eater, but I was down for a beer which then led to ordering breakfast. Guy Fieri's empire has stretched across the globe, so it made sense that airport terminals would be the next place to go. As of this review, there only appears to be two locations of this particular brand (the other in Puerto Vallarta International Airport). Would I experience some of Guy's flavortown at this lounge which served more than highballs!?
PURCHASE
Goose Island Beer Co. Goose IPA Beer 5.9% ABV 16floz Draft ($14.75): Bright amber color, hoppy aroma, light body, slight fruity hoppy flavor, smooth finish, and light hoppy aftertaste. One of my favorite beers and apparently airport restaurants, too! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=2xjUjmqsEKbP7AGOcWOxuA
Big Breakfast Burrito w/Bacon ($19.50): A hearty two-hander made with scrambled eggs, breakfast tots, peppers, onions, bacon, pico de gallo, avocado, cheddar cheese, and sour cream all barely held together in a soft flour tortilla, I watched everything get made from scratch as it was all fresh, steaming, and downright a beast to eat. I was honestly down for the count after I devoured this. Sure, it was the customary expensive airport pricing, but damn it was huge and tasty! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=apC1T4fm0M6Ol-DY_sWZXA
SERVICE
I was warmly greeted by a middle-aged woman who immediately took my order, provided my beer, and about 10 minutes later my burrito arrived (I was bored and watched the kitchen staff prepare it). Everything was straightforward and efficient - thank you!
PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance)
I was traveling through and had no need to park. However, the airport offered onsite parking structures with varied rates that started as low as $3.00 depending on your selected option. Because this was located within Terminal A of departing flights after security, you had to already be an outgoing or incoming passenger to even get here, so parking would be a moot point.
ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE
A basic tiny eatery with a decent-sized bar eating area and several communal high tables and chairs, in addition to a view into the kitchen. There was barely any natural lighting that made its way from the nearby large windows, but there were plenty of electric ceiling lights that filled in the rest. There were several TVs https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=slFG9LVdb1O96EzhrSu14A and no background music. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=4-HIzcqT9C63U-ExMQo0IA
ATTIRE
Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops.
OVERALL
Guy's Highball Lounge filled my desire for a beer and eventually for my impulse for food. Obviously, the prices were airport-high, but the burrito was surprisingly good both in flavor and portion, so the hit to the wallet was slightly cushioned. The breakfast menu https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=q6urwrjlc4rpgwBIH93-Rw and drinks menu https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=_vCqFEF_O2qlVC3wZ-Si9g were limited but varied enough. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $38.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS read more