Burger Gallore! One of the best burgers I've ever had…read more I had the Double Cheeseburger with Grilled Onions, pickles and chopped chilies. The presentation of the burger is on point. The lettuce is folded to meet the burgers shape, they use fresh ingredients. I asked for tots and for them to be crispy and they were! Try the pink lemonade top it with passion tea for a juice kick. Will try the churro next time but plenty of people were getting them. The vibe is mellow with music playing, enough to host groups of 6+. You order your food from a kiosk or a person, your choice but very friendly staff. This place gives me an in n out vibes.

Positive-Good burger and fries. Negative-every table was…read morevisibly filthy and the worker was leaning on the counter where he could see the whole store and didn't care at all. In my humble opinion the negative spoke louder than the positive.

How dare anyone give this place less than 5 stars!…read more Don't @ me, everyone is entitled to their experiences, which are clearly not all great. Anyhoo... Having just moved to Pasadena from San Francisco, I have been exploring the food scene all-around. These kinds of places are a dying breed everywhere as gentrification and conglomerates take over more and more of the food landscape. Why you should patronize this place: locally owned, family run, great food, and hella cheap. The owner (I think he's the owner) was so friendly and knew the orders of many of the locals who came in while I was eating. The front person was great as well. I ordered the 1/4 dark with fries and it was great. Chicken was juicy and the shoestring fries crisped up just right. This is on my go-to list and it should be on yours.

Delicious and quick service. We got a Cesar salad wrap it was good but there was bits of bone it itread more

Just passing through the area catching an early dinner. Something easy decided to get a burger and…read morefries. Most places have like a combo, Like burger and fries but everything here is order separately. Wow the small fries is a small bucket, alot more than I anticipated. The point of sale system froze, Th cashier didn't panic wasn't scared feels like it's a common occurrence. It didn't take longer than 2 mins to reboot. Not too big of deal. Plenty of comfortable booth seating.

I'm a burger fanatic, and I'm going to start reviewing them all to separate the legit spots from…read morethe whack ones. Pulled up in the drive thru, so far so good. Line moves quickly and the person taking order is fast and courteous. Trying TOPZ for the first time. They're probably best known for their giant order of fries, but I'm here for one thing: the burger. The burger was wrapped nice and tight--almost too tight. I had to peel it back layer by layer just to get to it. Not a big deal, I'm just used to taking a bite right out the bag. lol. The bun was a smooth bun instead of a sesame bun. That doesn't really matter to me, but it did feel a little on the cheaper, softer side and didn't hold up as well as I'd like. They didn't skimp on the lettuce, which I appreciated. A burger needs that fresh, crisp bite. The pickles had good flavor, but they were just too floppy. I like a pickle with a nice crunch, The onions had the same issue. They were sliced thin and lacked that crisp snap. They almost seemed like they'd been soaking in water for a while. The biggest disappointment was the spread. It tasted like a generic, inexpensive Thousand Island dressing--too watery, too vinegary, a little too sweet, and kind of artificial. A great burger spread is one of the most important parts of the whole experience, and this one just didn't do it for me. Finally, the meat. I was expecting more. It tasted a little old and didn't have that fresh-off-the-grill flavor. There wasn't much char or caramelization, and it lacked the rich, beefy taste I was hoping for. Would I come back? Probably not. Unless it's 100 degrees outside, I don't have a car, and this is the only place within walking distance. Then... maybe.

My first time trying Fair Oaks Burger. It came to my attention after learning it survived the Eaton…read moreFire, while all its immediate neighbours perished. Four stars for the food and a fifth star for their survival and post-fire support for Altadena's recovery and rebuilding. Fair Oaks Burger is a long-standing institution, owned by a Korean family. The physical structure looks like a typical fast-food place, complete with a drive-through window, but it's smaller than most corporate fast-food restaurants. The indoor dining area has maybe 6 tables and a counter. There's an outdoor patio. I don't think the drive-through has a speaker to place your order; you order and pick up at the window. There's a single restroom, quite clean when I visited. The menu has a large selection of traditional burger fare, plus some Chinese and Mexican items. They have a breakfast menu too. I visited shortly after their 7 am opening. The full menu was available at that hour; I think breakfast stops in the afternoon. Here's what I ordered: 1) Chicken taco plate. Two tacos with rice and beans. I asked for crispy tacos, $1 extra. The taco shells appeared to be pre-fried and then filled, but the chicken and veggies were fine. The rice was appropriately orange-coloured but lacked flavour. The beans were good. 2) Chicken chow mein. Decent noodles and chicken with fresh veggies. 3) Egg roll. Quite large, filled with lots of veggies. Comes with a sweet chili sauce. 4) Onion rings. Perhaps a frozen product, but good quality and decent-sized serving. 5) Fried zucchini. Large, thick slices of zucchini, sliced on the diagonal so they were even larger, breaded and fried. The batter was different from the onion ring batter, more crisp. Served with ranch. One of the best fried zucchini dishes I've had from a burger joint. Only Pharos in Alhambra is as memorable (their zucchini is cut in wedges). Service was very friendly. I've found a new old place to support in Altadena.

Came here with my friend, who is an Altadena resident, and they told me this place is well-known…read moreamong the locals. I couldn't believe how extensive the menu was. Besides burgers, they offer cheesesteaks, Chinese food, Mexican food, and even Thai curry! I was amazed. The restaurant is Asian-owned, which gave me confidence in trying something from their Chinese food menu. However, I ended up sticking with a traditional burger combo, even though I was really tempted to try the Thai curry. I saw someone order it, but they only had the vegan version available because they had run out of chicken. I'll save the Thai curry for my next visit when the chicken version is available. The portion looked big as well. The burger was freshly made and came with avocado. It was high quality and very delicious. The fries were decent as well. I also want to mention that the restroom was exceptionally clean. You can often tell a lot about a restaurant's hygiene standards by the condition of its restroom. Just note that the restroom entrance is located outside rather than inside the restaurant. If you're in the Altadena area, please consider supporting this local business. You won't be disappointed by the food.

Perry's Joint Café was hands down one of the best dining experiences I've had and honestly, I think…read moreit's the best sandwich shop in Pasadena! From the moment my daughter and I walked in, we were welcomed like family. The customer service was outstanding. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made sure we felt taken care of the entire time. They kept us updated on our order, letting us know when our food was almost ready, which I really appreciated. The restaurant is beautiful, spotless, and has such a warm, welcoming atmosphere with lots of character and culture. It feels like a place where people genuinely care about their customers. One thing that really stood out was how kind they were to my daughter. They even gave her a sticker, which made her day and showed how thoughtful they are with families. My daughter and I absolutely loved our experience, and we'll definitely be coming back. If you're looking for delicious food, amazing customer service, and a place that truly makes you feel at home, Perry's Joint Café is a must-visit. Highly recommend!

Very few places live up to their hype. Perry's has phenomenal food offerings. I've seen numerous…read morecomplaints about order processing, but I planned ahead and had zero problems. I simply picked my sandwich and phoned my order in. Took all of 2 mins to collect it, about 15 mins later. Staff was super friendly and the ambiance was great. I considered dining in. Happy I didn't, because it was so good, I'm confident I'd have looked like I'd never eaten before! Run, don't walk to Perry's! I'll be back!

Legacy local restaurants serve the community and maintain the balance of the neighborhood. This…read moreplace oozes nostalgia. The type of place you see multiple generations squeezing into the built in booths. I have a soft spot for places like this. In a world of rising food and labor costs, there is a bit of sticker shock but to be expected. Breakfast Burrito is all right. Get extra salsa as you always need lubrication when conquering this giant meal. A value as it can feed 1-2 people. California Burrito gets the job done, although not my favorite, I will order it if I'm craving the asada + fries combo. The service was all smiles and the staff were ready to load me up with extra napkins condiments.

Pretty fast at taking orders Overall dirty establishment…read more Tables, ground, bathrooms. Makes me wonder about kitchen. Pastrami cheese burger lettus wrapped it was pretty good, super messy and fell apart immediately. Pretty big. If it's 12-1pm Monday through Friday it's probably mostly filled up with jury duty and court workers.

Estoy disfrutando los Huevos a la Mexicana @ King's Breakfast & Burgers, and ... these aren't…read morehuevos a la mexicana. Usually they're simple eggs cooked with red tomatoes, green chiles, and white eggs--the colors of the Mexican flag. What Alex & his brothers & sister create is a scrambled concoction of love, care, and pure comfort. The flavor profile is ¡SIN MADRES! Deeply satisfying, and the kind of breakfast that you savor every bite. Best Mexican breakfast you can have outside the motherland. Ordena ANYTHING on the menu!

If you know me, then you know Kings Breakfast and Burgers is my kind of spot! We were looking for…read moresomething quick and delicious to eat between our two escape rooms on a Saturday, and my wife found Kings on the Yelps. The photos of the food did not sell it to me, so I was pleasantly surprised to see the food looked amazing in person. We saw neighboring tables have steamed hams, burritos, and chili cheese fries, and everything looked and smelled fantastic! I'm not a quesadilla guy, but the birria quesadilla is solid! It comes with a green and an orange dipping sauce. We found the orange a bit sweet, but the green one was great! We also got the mango habanero shrimp ceviche. When they tell you it's spicy, take heed. It was legit spicy and had me sweating and pooping fire! My mistake was eating spoonfuls of it and not having it with chips. There are a few tables within and outside of the restaurant. Ordering is quick and easy at the counter, and the food is made freshly. Fun decor surrounds you, and the vibes of the staff are light and positive. Since that day, I have had a chance to return to try the pastrami breakfast burrito. She recommended to try it with pickles and mustard, and it was a great combination! It wasn't the best pastrami breakfast burrito I've had, but it was certainly filling. I wasn't hungry for hours! Come to King's for solid food offerings, fun atmosphere, and one of the friendliest staffs around!

Delicious fresh burgers with fries yummi!!!! I was so excited eating. I forgot to take a picture,…read morebut don't hesitate and I love the service thank you guys.gracias

Haven't tried any of the other stuff but burgers .but this review is only for the breakfast burger…read more(add cheese ) . This is my favorite breakfast burger .pair it up with that spicy green avocado sauce this is my go to order here at Dena burger doesn't matter what time of day it is they make it !