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    Mama’s Snack Shack

    4.6 (39 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Double Pastrami Burger
    LeAndre A.

    I tried this place yesterday after seeing it on Yelp. I placed a phone order. Customer service was extremely good, and Mama was very helpful with helping me make a decision. I got the double pastrami burger (I should have gotten a single) and chili cheese fries on the side. The presentation of the food was really good, but the burger patty seemed a little dry and needed more seasoning. The pastrami was really good, not greasy, and the fries from the chili cheese fries needed a little more crunch; the fries seemed really soggy. Besides that, the food was pretty decent. I recommend you give it a try for yourself.

    Pastrami cheese burger and chili cheese fries!
    Mercedes A.

    I Had the pleasure of being able to have a snack shack burger back when they were in LA before they closed and it was delicious! I recently visited the location in Compton cause it popped on my tik tok and I was thrilled to try it again! I end up going a few days later and let me tell you it did not disappoint! The burger was really good and well seasoned! I got a small chili cheese fries and pastrami added to my cheese burger and easy relish because it is spicy. I ordered to go and there were a few people ahead of me and it took about 20-25 mins. I just sat in the car and waited. Side note: parking is minimal but if you go in the afternoon you might be able to park on the same side as the restaurant if you don't mind parallel parking. I didn't mind waiting because the little Hispanic lady who runs the joint is so sweet! Now, it is take out only but who cares lol! I took my burger home and plated it up and it devoured it. It was soooo good! lol I went back a week later and ordered it again! :)

    Shirice L.

    Mama's Snack Shack is an absolute gem! Mama herself is so sweet and you can truly feel how much love and care she puts into her food and her customers. They accidentally made a mistake on my burger and without hesitation, she had a fresh one made right away -- no attitude, just genuine kindness and pride in her service. The food was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious -- from the juicy burger to the loaded chili cheese fries. And bonus: FREE parking!! I wish I could take Mama's Snack Shack with me back to the East Coast because I would be a regular. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by -- you won't regret it!

    Darnell B.

    mama's shack turkey burger&fries was a-1,order didnt take long,relish on burger at your request,fries freshly cut,good business,&location,owner has good sense of humor,i recommend it,menu good,i been twice,got the samething both times.

    Double cheeseburger with pastrami

    Food is absolutely delicious. Tried several burgers, fries and chili cheese dog. All were excellent. The service was great and felt at home. Love this place, love the gal owns it and can't wait to go back.

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    5 months ago

    Great service, great food, great prices! this place is a treasure. Do yourself a favor and get the chili fries.

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    4 months ago

    Haven't had any disappointments on my orders and the service is always pleasant. May God continue to bless this business.

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    2 months ago

    Fire!! Food tastes home made and good price. Definitely doubling back. Get the turkey burger and chili cheese dog.

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    5 months ago

    The food was good. The service was good and the prices were decent but remember you get what you paid for.

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    7 months ago

    Her food is really good and reasonable prices....Once you try it, you will surely be going back.

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    8 months ago

    Get the Pastrami Cheeseburger!!! Hot relish goes crazy on this one!!! Chili Cheese fries go HAM!!!

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    10 months ago

    Mama's snack shack is such a lovely place. Mama herself is very sweet lady and the food was absolutely delicious.

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    One of the best Turkey Burgers I've had in a long time, definitely going back, probably more than I should.

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    1 year ago

    Best burgers hands down you won't be disappointed.Been going here forever and not once was I let down!!

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    1 year ago

    The turkey burger with hot relish was delicious and the homemade fries. Only wish they gave more fries

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    I hoped this place would survived- this place has the hot relish and the best fries and burgers- simple but always delicious!

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