Came here to have lunch today as it seems to get a lot of hype from former co-workers and it's always busy, so I thought there must be something to the hype. No, not really. It wasn't bad, don't get me wrong, but it's not worth the lines and what appears to be gleeful excitement by people waiting to eat. For the price, 5 GUYS is much, much better. Also, I hate places that decide ahead of time what should be on the burger they serve you. How about you just let me order a burger and TELL YOU what you're gonna put on it? Nothing worse than having to say, "hold this...hold that". Again, 5 GUYS is just so much better. read more

Phoenix original. This place serves great tasting burgers, shakes, and even some great fried zucchini.

Dank! I ordered a single cheeseburger and my boyfriend got the garlic mushroom swiss & root beer float

Stumbled on this place on Wednesday, July 3, after a visit to the Phoenix Art Museum. We were traveling up Central looking for a place to cool off and have a cold drink, when my wife Marie noticed the sign for Lenny's on the nondescript strip mall. She had noticed "Shakes" on the window, so we pulled in to check it out. Not a big place, but decorated like a diner from the 1950's but smaller. Lenny's was busy. People in line, people sitting enjoying their food. We got in line and quickly moved up to the counter. Marie ordered a 32 oz. mint cookie shake and I ordered a 32 oz. vanilla shake and an order of french fry for both of us. The total for the order was $11.00. We waited about 3 minutes and our fries were ready. Picking that up at the counter, I see they are making our huge shakes. Another 2 minutes and our shakes were ready. Both of us found the flavors very enjoyable and the ice cream treat was cold and refreshing. The fries were tasty and we snacked on them as we sipped our way into a sugar coma. We were able to watch the burgers being made as we sat at our small booth and both commented on how good they looked. Next time I'm in central Phoenix I will check out the taste of the burgers. read more

Sometimes I just want a little shame. I want to look at my meal and say to myself "seriously? You think that's a good idea?" That's usually the time that I dive into something like Lenny's. It's definitely not a health food spot. I usually get the Mexican Burger which has green chile and lots ooey gooey goodness on it. The fries are always delicious and I firmly believe that they are sprinkled with crack. The hours kind of suck, the AC doesn't seem to work that well, and the ordering/seating is a bit of a cluster *&^# but it just can't be beat for a hangover burger. read more

Solidly mediocre. My first time there was a but rushed & confusing. I walked in the door & was immediately asked to order before I had a chance to look at the menu. So I decided to keep it simple & get a cheeseburger & fries. I was underwhelmed. If I am going to eat something that's going to make my ass even bigger, then it better taste fantastic. Lenny's meh, I'll skip it. read more

Great burgers and fries. I have been going here for years. If you like mayo order the lenny's sauce to dip your fries

I love coming to Lenny's for two reasons. The first reason is that the burgers are awesome and the second reason is that it is right by my work. It is easy to get in & out of and the service is quick. It is a really cute little burger shop in downtown. You just go to the cashier and order your food and then a couple minute later your food is ready. My favorite burger here is the bacon cheeseburger with fries. Happy Yelping. read more

I find excuses to go into work just so I can walk across the street to enjoy a Lennyburger. It's an addiction. I heard somewhere that addiction is defined as thinking you can't live without the thing that's killing you. In my case it's the delicious, complex flavors that only grilled beef can provide. Who cares if I have the arteries of a 60-year-old in the body of a 40-year old? This place is the inverse of McDonalds or Burger King. You get the full flavor and none of that hateful aftertaste from either the burgers or the fries. Still. . . .fat. . . .sodium . . . . gaahhhh Oh hell, we're all going to die anyway. read more

Oh Lenny, you're so smart. You probably have a 4 million dollar chateau on Camelback Mountain because of this place. Its an -effing GOLDMINE! Your basic sloppy-but delicious burger joint. 50s garb on the walls. It looks like its wrapped in tin foil. Great spot for lunch. I think it's outstanding because I just happened to "forget my wallet" and someone "got me." Also too, (haha).... it's busy, busy. A great buzz inside of happiness. In addition of the record breaking 2 minute wait for your magical feast during lunch hour its hella cheap son. Grab plenty of napkins. Yes, you will be making a mess. Then, make friends with people around you. Seating and space is minimal. You may be sitting on the IT guy's lap. read more

Best onion rings ever! Milkshakes are insane. Breakfast burritos are large and in charge. Cheese fries are awesome. Mushroom burger is not so good, kinda made me sick. Veggie burger was dry. Overall, it's a hit and miss at this place. read more

When I used to work at Central and Thomas, this was my preferred lunch location. There would be many times I'd sneak out the back doors to avoid having Melanie pick her up something (which she did every time. Quit asking me where I'm going. I'm not your mule.) I had the good fortune to be back at that branch and Lenny's was calling my name. They've expanded since my former days going there, but it was just as busy and the food remained awesome. The green chili burger is my standard order, and really brought back memories. Well, fond memories of their food, not of Melanie. :shudders: read more

I'm writing this while suffering from mild food poisoning: The service there was terrible today when my wife and I went to get dinner. The cashier was rude when my wife asked to order her burger without certain toppings (nothing unreasonable). I ordered a chocolate shake, which they forgot to make. When we waited for them to make it, I saw that they used a blender that had been sitting out with whatever was blended in it before. The milk they used for the shake was also sitting out for who knows how long as well. When she handed me the shake, I walked out to my car without having it and threw it in the garbage. I only had a few bites of my chicken sandwich and it was stale and drenched in too much mayo. Assuming the mayo and chicken was sitting out like the blender, it's no surprise I now feel pretty ill. We'll never be back and tell all of our friends that also live downtown to avoid Lenny's. Disgusting and disappointing. read more

I'm not sure how I've managed to live this long without trying Lenny's! I was running errands today and happened to drive by at the same time I realized how famished I was. So, I took a chance on s single with 1000 Island , cheese and all the fixins (but onion). Of course, I had to have fries and a chocolate shake with it. Go big or go home, right!?!? The burger was just delicious, high quality beef perfectly cooked with delicious , fresh veggies and a soft sesame seed bun. I only have 2 or 3 burgers a year so I try to make them count....this did not disappoint! The shake was deliciously creamy, true flavored, and just thick enough. It was perfect for dipping my fries. Don't judge until you're tried it :) The fries were OK but I will be ordering onion rings next time...I think my tastes have changed in terms of sides, I just don't seem to appreciate fries as much anymore. The restaurant is cute; it's reminiscent of a 50's malt shop. This really makes the meal more enjoyable! I was really pleasantly surprised and highly recommend Lenny's for a relaxed, unfussy, tasty burger. P.S. I went to Lenny's again today for a total of TWO times this week. I called my order in for pickup and tried the onion rings this time. They were really delicious ...light and not at all greasy! The batter was not salty and clung nicely to the sweet, tender onions. When I got there, I was told that my shake would be no charge as I had spilled part of my shake from the last visit. I was really impressed by that gesture and wanted to amend this review to let folks know what kinds of people are managing Lenny's! read more

Ahh, Lenny's. That super ghetto string of burger joints in Phoenix which just happens to have the best burger in the valley. Certainly better than the shithole in Tempe known as Ted's. Wait, the one on Thomas & Central isn't ghetto, is in fact super nice, and has an awesome 5 & Diner type theme? Lies. To my delight, it was true. When my work moved here I had to try it right away. This Lenny's is extremely clean, inviting, and has a great atmosphere. As always, the food is superb. They have a pretty extensive burger menu with the best items being the plain old single, double, triple, and Mexican burgers. They give you a ton of options for each burger order on top of that. They also have shakes, onion rings, a bunch of other appetizer type foods, and a very simple combo structure for each type of burger. Perhaps even more notable is that Lenny's is cheap. You can come out of there with a very filling meal for $4-7. Supposedly this place gets packed in during lunch due to all of the office buildings in the area. I don't go during that time so it's hard for me to say. I do know that they recently expanded the seating area. Available space should be a bit more than double what it was before, so if the crowd was always a deal breaker don't be afraid to try again. Otherwise, I usually go after about 4PM and the place is completely dead. The only bad things I can say about this Lenny's is that the hours aren't too great and it cannot accommodate groups. Every dining table is tiny and Lenny's has a 7PM closing time on a weekday. This is pretty common for most eateries around Thomas & Central. Hell, the Best of Philly across the street from Lenny's closes at 4PM every day which is a fucking joke. Oh, also, get the Jalapeno Chili Cheese Fries. You won't regret it. read more

So, I was working in the area and passed this place on the way to lunch at the neighboring Subway. Saw the Yelp decal in the window and was further intrigued by the neat retro decor and busy, vibrant atmosphere, and decided to give it a shot.....and I'm glad I did! Despite a pronounced lunchtime crowd, the line to order moved quickly enough that I barely had enough time to check out the menu. Went for the safe bet of a double cheeseburger combo and then added the 2 for $2 chili coney dogs on as a shameful impulse purchase, haha. The staff members taking and then serving my order were friendly and courteous despite the frantic pace of the lunch rush. I typically eat pretty light dying the week, especially at lunch, so this glutonous meal was a major departure that'll require some extra time in the gym to work off, but so worth it. Coneys were quite good despite being the 'special' and even though I couldn't finish them, they were so cheap it didn't matter, lol, fries were outstanding and perfect doneness, but the real treat was the burger. Large, loaded with "everything", dripping with melted cheese, and what a flavor. Easily one of the best burgers I've had in a long time. Will definitely return! read more

This isn't like any other Lenny's I've been to previously! Most of them have been very hole in the wall feeling. The one is really cool looking, with the feeling that you've stepped into a 50's diner, or a restaurant with history instead of one in just a strip mall. Small booths line one side, and you can sit right at the counter, but everyone orders the same - walk up to a guy and tell him what you want. Before I'd filled up my soda can my burger and fries were hot and ready go to. And SO good! Great mix of folks there, cops, guys in suits, folk who live in the general area and of course all the folks who work in walking distance. If you call ahead there is a special place where you can pick up the orders too in case you're getting it for the whole office. I held back on getting a shake, but at other locations it's the shake that makes the visit. They have so many flavors and they'll mix them for no additional cost. Flavors include vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, banana, caramel, peanut butter, pineapple, cherry, cinnamon, and several others. I spent a good 5 minutes just staring at the board and coming up with potential flavor combos. Mmmmm.... It's not going to be the best burger in Phoenix or anything, but it's fast, it's simple, and the location itself is pretty cool. Oh yea - they also have hot dogs and other goodies, but to me, it's all about burger, fries and a shake. read more

First time being here and was treated very well burger was great fresh fries where nice and hot and crispy the way I love them had a great experience read more

Yelpers...please rate these places accurately! I wanted a burger, so i looked on yelp to see the highest rated places were. I went in and ordered a double with cheese and the works. After the 1st bite, I knew i lost 8 bucks. This was not worthy of a 4 star. Mushrooms tasted like they got it out of a can and the burger meat wasn't appealing. I asked for medium well and it wasn't cooked correctly. When it comes to burgers, I don't joke around. This place has nothing on 5 guys. Totally unsatisfactory. I will try it again, to make sure I get a good reading. read more

I came here with my daughter per her advisement that I would fall in love with the burgers here. We came on a Thursday during lunch time and the place was packed!! We both ordered a double cheeseburger and then made one a combo meal, we shared the fries and drink. By the time we found a seat at the counter our food was ready ( about 5 minutes ) I was impressed that they got it done so fast. When I took the first bite and the cheese and the juice from the burger patties started to run down my face and hands I knew I was in love. The burger was juicy and flavorful and the fries were very hot and crispy. I was barely able to finish the burger, but it was soooo good I had to eat it all. We watched them make the burgers while we sat at the counter and were to see other types of burgers to give ideas of what to get next time. Our bill came to only $11.07 and we were both stuffed for the rest of the day. I will definitely be back again and again. read more

My Favorite Food: Greasy Cheeseburgers served fresh Hot and with an Awesome side of Fries and A Diet Coke of course. Food is really good and the owner was very fast and friendly! 4 ppl for lunch all had combo meals $26.00 what a deal. read more

Lived in the area over a year and just now trying Lenny's out. Ordered the #1 combo, a traditional cheeseburger. Classic tasting burger served up nice & hot along with the fries. No frills burger but it was good. I'll come back. read more

For anybody that wants the feel of a traditional diner from the 50s, 60s, and 70s Lenny's fits that bill. The food is appropriately tasty and filling. Their burgers are some of the best in town, as long as you're not looking for healthy fitness related food that is :) And the chocolate peanut butter shake is amazing. My 7 year old son, who is a notoriously picky eater, recently had a burger shake combo and was in a total food coma by the time we got to our car. He now begs to go back (mostly for the shake, but he liked the burger too). If you're downtown and feel the urge to splurge on something you know can't be good for you then head over to Lenny's! read more

Nice little bugler joint. The server was very upbeat and the service was fast. There were a lot of interesting options on the menu but I figured I would order a cheeseburger to be safe. It looked great but unfortunately I was a bit dissapointed. Too bad because the condiments were fresh, the fries were hot but the patty was NOT. It was cooked ok but it looks like they pre-cook them. At least throw them on the grill to heat up so the meat is warm and the cheese is melted or better yet cook it to order. read more

Lennys Burger - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Just picked up some food from Lenny's for the first time. I got a burger and some cheese fries. The food came out within 2 minutes, and was slammed down on the counter by a rude girl. That was my first impression. There was also no place near the drink station to throw away any trash, so people left straw wrapping paper all over the place and no one cleaned it up. I decided to throw mine away in the trash can near the door, which was covered in endless amounts of grime because they haven't cleaned anything in months. The place is a filthy wreck. That was my second impression. I live just down the street, at Clarendon, and got my food home within maybe 6 minutes. My cheese fries were so soggy they turned to mush and fell apart in my fingers. They were also cold, and had obviously been sitting somewhere for a while before they served it to me. They were not fresh, and I have no idea how long they had been stored in that container. The cheese tasted OK after I microwaved it, but the fries were essentially mashed potatoes and not fresh and didn't taste special at all. I couldn't even pick them up with my fingers, they were like mud. So, to put it simply, their fries sucked. The burger, which somehow magically took 2 minutes to make, was under-cooked. The ground beef was pink and tasted raw. The cheap bun was wet and soggy and was coming apart in 3 places. The fixins that go in the burger were all over the place and completely fell out all over my coffee table. This had to be the single worst burger I have ever gotten anywhere, about as bad as a burger that gave me food poisoning a couple of weeks ago. I microwaved the burger and tried to put some of it back together but it was in a million pieces, so it was impossible to enjoy it. It tasted like every burger you've ever had at any crappy greasy spoon, literally nothing redeeming about it. It was awful. I don't understand how a place that is filthy, with rude service, which gives out mushy stale food, and under-cooked beef, is still in business. It is possibly the worst burger joint I've ever been to. From my first impression until I tried the food, all of it was wrong. I normally go to The Stand on Indian School for my burgers, where they are perfect every single time. Their burgers can't be beat. I was in a hurry so I thought I would try Lenny's and I have to say it was damned awful, just awful. I will never ever ever ever go back to that place again. Everything was terrible, everything. I don't get how the place is still in business. Whoever the clown is who is managing that place needs to be fired. read more

Have to agree with many peers on the onion rings as they were great! The burger was good, but not what I thought it might be given the positive reviews. Definitely prefer 5 Guys burgers. read more

This place was good. I actually ate my whole burger and not just the fries like I usually do! :) read more

Lennys Burger - Yummerz! - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Good burgers, better shakes and amazing chili dogs. Ask for #10 which is 2 chili dogs and fries with a drink. Before warned this may put u into a food coma. read more

Lennys Burger - #10 from the secret menu - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I've been to Lenny's twice now after my husband raved about how much he had loved it when he worked downtown a few years ago. Both times I have been, we went on a weekday in the evening. They close down half of the shop, since lunchtime is their busiest. It is across the street from my fav place, Best of Philly. What a hard choice between the two, especially when my hubby loves Lenny's and I love Philly. The first time I went I saw a picture of their Chili Cheese Fries in the window and knew I had to have them. It took me forever to figure out what type of burger I wanted though, b/c they have combos that they have created and then a ton of different ways to create your own. I decided on the Sourdough Burger and it was super tasty. The sourdough is toasted and the burger is juicy. Perfect! As for the chili cheese fries...incredibly good! I did try their regular fries on my second visit and the seasoning they put on them is really good too. My husband just loves the Mexican Burger, which has green chile on it and pepper jack cheese. He is obsessed with it and pretty much dreams about it, and both times I have been in I have heard people also ordering it. The atmosphere is one of an old diner with a white tin roof and tiled counters. One gripe I have is that they don't seem to keep it cool enough inside. There are ceiling fans, but the sun blasts into the front windows and I end up sweating while I am eating. It's uncomfortable, so that is what prevents me from giving them 5 stars. read more

WOW! This must be the best Lenny's burger shop that I have ever been. The dual ordering center is a major plus. Burger still good but the chili dog is off the hook!! oh and dont forget the shakes. to go. . .. . :) read more

Got a single bacon cheeseburger. It was around $5.80 which is a couple bucks lower than five guys burgers. Only had to wait a couple minutes. I liked it and would go back. Although five guys burgers gets a slight edge in taste it is more money too. read more

Lennys Burger - Menu - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Due to this pregnancy, I've given up my vegetarian ways so this baby can have some extra protein! I should have known as soon as I was craving cheeseburgers, he was a boy! I work about two blocks from here and some co-workers decided to go here for lunch one day. Cheeseburgers and milkshakes? Count me in! I love this place! Very 50-ish with the counter and barstools. The cheeseburgers are to die for! I mean it! And they give you a heaping of fries! They also have sweet tea here, which is a bonus for me. The orders are so quick! Granted, you do come out feeling as if you can't eat again for days, but it is so worth it! Good thing there isn't one by my house or else, I would eat there more often than I do! Definately recommend! read more

I have been meaning to try this place for a while. I love a good burger. It is one of my favorite foods. It took me a while because like most local downtown-midtown restaurants it closes early. Hours are 8am - 7pm Monday to Friday. Sucks closed on the weekend. I work a lot so I usually get out of work late. I had the Mexican burger without mayonnaise. I dis-like mayonnaise on burgers and sandwiches. I find it rather appalling. The only time I have mayonnaise is when it plays a minor role in potato salad or if it is fresh made aioli. Sorry my mind tends to wander. Back to the burger!! They reason they call it a Mexican burger is because of the green chilies. I believe them to be a New Mexico Hatch chilies. Don't be scared of the word chili if you don't know Hatch green chilies are very mild. It was also cheesy and greasy which are the sign of a good burger. The fry's were crisp and delicious. Fry's are another one of my favorite foods, which I don't like to share with people. So if I go out to eat with somebody I tell them they better order their own basket. They also have great desserts. I had a banana split. The only issue I have is that their root beer floats are made with Mug root beer because they serve Pepsi products. Mug is the worst root beer I have ever had. The best thing about this place is that it is very reasonable priced. To order one of their burger combos with fry's and a 32 ounce drink goes for: $4.99 to $6:99. It is always cool to find a cheap cool hang out because I am very frugal. The restaurant is located in a strip mall on the southeast corner of Thomas & Central. It is easy to spot because it has huge neon signs in the windows. When you go inside is when you feel as you have stepped into a 50's dinner in a stand alone building. It has diamond pattered stainless steel panels all over the walls. Which honestly is a little dis-orientating but cool. Also, with red table tops, red benches and metal chairs. Plus a lot more 50's decor. I will definitely be going often. I guess I will have to sneak out of work early or take a long lunch break to go there. read more

Solid burger joint in diner setting. They have counter seating & tables. The grill is in full view. So you can watch the flames go to work on that burger. Menu is good sized. Pastrami is excellent on burger. Patty melt hit the spot. Nice crispy burgers. Good fries read more

The Burgers are Amazing! The Chicken Sandwich is pretty good! I recommend that you stop in and if you want something really SouthWest Style, get the Mexican burger! You can thank me later! Excellent Service!!! read more

This burger SUCKS. I love a good burger, believe-you-me, and have been searching for the best burger joint in Phoenix for awhile now. Yelp sent me to this place and let me say, this is a MEDIOCRE burger at best. It's a crappy pattie, on a crappy bun, with all the crappy fixin's you'd find at a cafeteria. I mean, In-N-Out is better than this place for cryin out loud! Frozen fries, a GIANT soda, and a crappy burger ran me right around 10 bucks, and nothing was very appetizing. I understand the nostalgia for a place like this, but c'mon. Lenny's doesn't even belong in the conversation for "best burger in Phoenix". I did notice several other patrons getting the hot dogs and chili dogs and whatnot, and if (and that's a big IF) I ever make it back here I certainly won't be having the burger. Very disappointing Yelp, very disappointing indeed.... read more

I'm not a huge burger person but I love the fries (even as greasy as they always are) but I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Onion Rings. They aren't overly battered and they are perfectly crispy and always just a little sweet. AMAZING! My guy loves the burgers here, so whenever we get a chance we stop here. My obsession with the onion rings is perfectly normal and rational, I'm not strange at all. :P read more

Never Again. I live around the corner, and this is usually my staple for a fast burger, but I refuse to put up with the bad service. I ordered one of their specialty burgers, and when I was confused about why the girl behind the counter kept asking if I wanted ingredients that didn't go on the burger I ordered, she actually chastised me for it, saying that I ordered wrong! Then, they made my husband a milkshake with milk that had been sitting out for at least the 20 minutes we sat there. The food went into the trash and we will NOT be back. read more

No fresh ingredients at all. Mushrooms are obviously canned. How someone could rate a burger place high that doesn't do cook to order burgers is ridiculous. Might as well go to McDONALD'S. Fries are terrible too read more

I've been driving by here for the past year and a half, pretty cool from the outside. Stopped and walked in today for lunch, my coworker and I. The decor is pretty cool, like back in Fonzie time on Happy Days! Ordered a double burger and fries, not bad.. I would definitely come back again! Prices are not bad and good service.. read more

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