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Original Tommy's

3.5 (443 reviews)
ModerateBurgers, Fast Food
Open • 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 3 weeks ago

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What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Casual
Dogs allowed
Good for groups

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Chili Burger
Caitlynn Y.

bro why are we choosing to go out and eat this bro on the FOURTH. like anyways I guess we were feeling patriotic but it was just okay like genuinely but the photos we took of it made the chili cheese fries look so so so bad lol

Mary Anne W.

Growing up I had Tommy's back in the 90's and wanted to introduce this place to my kids. Such a let down from service and food itself. No flavor within their food. This location was small in the inside, the staff members were not engaged or friendly at all. The lines were so long, only had like one cashier in the front while everyone else was in the back area. I wouldn't wish this place upon anyone to visit or eat here. The value of food is obviously not the same anymore.

The fries were fresh and hot, the burger was tasty but looked like it was stepped on
Dan L.

I remember eating at a Tommy's back in the '80s before the internet is what it is today, I think I had a chili burger. But that's about all I remember. So I thought it was time to do a proper review on it for Yelp. This place was right across the street from the motel I was staying in, and my car was being worked on so I was basically trapped so I was kind of excited to go to Tommy's and try it out. Or did the quarter pound cheeseburger with grilled onions and grilled peppers, order fries and a diet Pepsi. Came to about $17 and change. Watched her make the fries, to be honest. They could have been a little more cooked but I get it. They have a timer on the fryer and they're sort of a slave to that. I got my food to go and walked back to the motel. Took the food out of the bag, the fries were nice and hot. Bit more, the burger was decent sized and very messy. To be honest, when I open the wrapper I was a bit taken aback because the burger looked like it had been crushed, now it was on the bottom of the bag with the fries sitting on top, but those fries were not that heavy to do that sort of damage to a burger. The Pepsi was basic, large Pepsi. Let's talk about taste, the burger had a good taste to it but I keep going back to how unattractive it looked. Looked. I mean come on people, we eat with our eyes first. I know it's a burger, but maybe having a little more pride in what it looks like would go a long way. I wonder if the bun was actually the last in the in the pile. The fries were were cooked but I probably should have ordered them extra crispy. Bottom line? I don't know if I would go back to a Tommy's based on what I've had today, the food seemed average at best, and nothing spectacular. I hear they're famous for their chili, but I honestly don't think the chili could fix what I had today.

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Lawrence H.

I have been eating Tommy Burgers since the 80's. The first time was at the original location on Rampart. If I remember correctly, they only had chips back then and no fries. Today, I decided to take advantage of their current FB Special with the Chili Cheeseburger (hold the pickles) for $3.99 (normal price is $6.70). Good Chili Cheeseburger. If I was hungrier, I would have got an order of fries and requested extra chili (I believe the extra chili is free) on my burger so that I could have dipped the fries with the extra chili. Service was very friendly and prompt. No issues in parking.

Jay W.

This place is gross. Idk how anyone can eat this. Idc if it's nostalgic or a classic, nope. This was by far the worst food I ever ate. The service was good, I'll give it that. It's a fast food ambiance but it's slow at the same time. The quality of food is terrible, I wouldn't even feed this to my dog. The quality taste so cheap compared to the expensive price you pay for it.

Double cheeseburger with a strawberry shake
Conner H.

The food was amazing. It has been a minute since I've been to Tommy's. The service is impeccable truly appreciate the welcoming in the hospitality. The ambience was really nice. We were able to park under a tree and enjoy our meal. We use the drive-through today next time we'll consider eating inside the restaurant. Thank you so much. The food was delicious.

Chili Hot Dog
Peter T.

If this place wasn't nostalgic and had a special going on the night I went the rating would be lower. First of the chili cheese fries were only $4 which was cool so bought a few, but the chili is greasy and the cheese doesn't melt for whatever reason. The chili dog I got was like 85% bun 15% hotdog, it wasn't very good. And the cashier in front, she was clocking back in from break which is fine but she took her sweet time doing it. Won't be coming back anytime soon.

Fries, not so well done. They look a little sad.
Charrise L.

Who can pass up Original Tommy's? I haven't been here in some time but inflation has definitely hit this place. Prices are higher now and probably won't end any time soon. Got my usual tamale and fries. Asked for the fries to be well done but that didn't happen. Oh well. the tamale was delicious. Ok, bye.

Julia J.

My love likes the chili of this Tommy. We went here long time ago ( many years ) But he couldn't find anywhere can replace this place and still come back to enjoy the dinner.service is nice !

Instagram special from 3/20/2025 to 3/23/2025
Kenneth L.

03/20/2025 Dropped by for lunch after a day at the gun range. Got the Instagram special Double chill cheese burger for $3.49 No pickles and extra onions and chili. They didn't disappoint. Look at all that goodness!!

Chili Tamales !!!!
Randy L.

I LOVE the Chili Tamale. I've had them from different places, but I always go to Tommy's bcz the chili is like none other ..... simply be best! This location is Fountain Valley. The staff is friendly & attentive. The acknowledge you when you enter even if there is a crowd. The ambience is simple with several tables (seats 4 max.). Plenty of napkins to go around, & I mean LARGE napkins (8"x11") when compared to fast food, quick service, & even sit down restaurants. My ONLY gripe is the price. Inflation hit everything. Tommy's is no exception. But the quality & taste remains the same, consistent blend of herbs & spices that made their chili famous in hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, & tamales. Highly recommend every once in awhile.

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CritDicks ..

It's Tommy's for goodness sake. Always good and always the same quality regardless of location. Patio was a great spot for dogs. Clean restrooms too. Dicks

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Great food. They have specials all the time. I like to go there at least twice a month

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