This experience is based on takeout orders. I've recently had their classic pies of apple and boysenberry flavors. It tasted so good, very crunchy outside and delicious fillings. It's definitely worth returning and trying other dishes too. read more

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This last Sunday, gathered 10 friends in the bike club for Breakfast here - in lieu of riding our bicycles with iffy air quality from the fires. Food was great as always, from the thin pancakes (cross between a crepe and a hotcake), burgers, omelettes, bacon. we all enjoyed it. Service was very friendly and accomodating. Great way to connect with friends, each of whom know someone who lost living spaces in the recent fire. Grateful to Pie N Burger for staying open during this trying time. read more

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One good cheeseburger. Quality of burger was great. Service was great and quick. Sat inside counter style seating, they also have outdoor patio.... read more

The restaurant has some parking; we parked in the next lot just west of the restaurant. We went here in September with our adult daughter and sat at the counter. Good, filling food at prices in the range of nearby restaurants on Lake Ave. We liked the chicken pot pie and the chocolate malt shake. The Reuben was good, classical, and solid. Next time, we may all order the chicken pot pie! read more

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The was great. It was fresh, tasty and looked amazing. The service was truly a neighborhood feel, and it was friendly. The place was old, small and crowded. Fortunately, the food was worth the wait. It was cash only and there plenty of street parking. I had the Big Ben, potato salad, green salad and pie alamode. Ill be back soon. read more

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More Hype-than Substance. Burgers are Nothing Special & Pricey for Average Quality Taste of the Food. Many Better Choices Everywhere these Days for Tasty Hamburgers-Pie etc. I would Skip this location read more

Service not great, came in 3pm on a Tuesday (not very busy) and servers seemed more interested in talking to each other than anything else. Burgers are meh nothing special too much lettuce. Way too expensive ($20.00 for a cheeseburger and fries) for how meh it is. Cash only but ATM inside is broken. Womens bathroom sink has handles missing so I could not wash my hands. Pie is good. Coming here for the pie to-go only if we ever come back. read more

We sat ourselves at the bar and ordered two cheeseburger combos. The combo included the burger and a side for $18, and we added a glass of coke. A slice of pie a la mode was $12. The bill came out to $56 for our meal... Now, it was a solid meal, with fresh and fast food. The burger was big and full of flavor and the fries and onion rings were crispy. The hot, boysenberry pie with vanilla ice cream was also incredibly tasty. However, the high cost and very indifferent employees meant the only factors encouraging our enjoyment was the food... and nostalgia? The cost is, unfortunately, not equitable. There are many other tastier and more reasonably priced burger and pie options in our food-diverse area. As always, it's worth a try, but pack some cash! read more

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If you want a great burger, quick & friendly service, no-frills dining, this is perfect! I love coming here and grabbing a fresh-off-the-grill burger! read more

Have always loved the food here but went here last Saturday and the service was horrendous! My friend got the burger combo with onion rings and it came with 6 miniature onion rings. The waitress came to our area approximately 2 seconds after we sat down and asked us if we were ready to order. She clearly was trying to rush us. The other waitress that delivered the food was very rude. She asked us if we needed anything but she had an attitude and seemed bothered. We said some ketchup would be great. She points to an empty bottle that was completely out of reach and that was being used by the party next to us. When we wanted to pay at the register at the end we stood there so several minutes until an employee decided to man the register. read more

Finally made it to this spot. Decided to grab lunch here on a whim and wow, the line never dies! We waited about 20 min before getting seated at the counter, got lucky with a prime view right in front of the grill. We ordered a strawberry shake, a big ben, a slice of boysenberry pie and a slice of coconut cake. The burger was good, but nothing to write home about. But man, the pie was warm and so yummy! I get why the pie is in front of the burger. Unfortunately, due to the high demand and minimal staff, the service was so-so. We didn't get the shake until towards the end of the meal, and it was half melted. But we could see the staff running back and forth and extremely busy, they are definitely trying.. read more

I visited Pie n Burger today and unfortunately found mold inside my pie (see photo). It was definitely an unpleasant surprise, but I want to mention how well the staff handled it. They were very apologetic, immediately compensated our meal, and even gave us a gift card to make it right. Mistakes happen, and the way they took responsibility showed they care about their customers and I truly do love this restaurant... it's a Pasadena classic. Still, this was a big food safety issue, so I really hope they fix the issue. The manager said it gets really hot back there so that could have caused it. Mold is pretty unsettling to me and we've been pretty anxious about this all day. I hope they figure out whatever caused it so this doesn't happen to anyone else. I might come back someday to get a burger but I won't be getting pie anymore. I also just want to know how old the pie was? We were pretty much in shock and didn't ask any questions. But are they serving days old pie? I guess I thought this was baked fresh. For that much mold and it's black, I don't think that happens overnight. read more

Pie 'n Burger - mold in the apple pie - Burgers Near Me - Pasadena, California

This place is my go-to for pie. 1) I LOVE the pie at this place. Every pie. My favorite is banana cream pie, but all of their pies are SO GOOD. I have ordered pie from this place over 15 times in the last year. 2) The burgers and sandwiches are also EXCELLENT. I like the tuna melt with potato salad on the side and the turkey burger is also delicious. I would like to emphasize that the potato salad is very flavorful, never soggy, has perfect consistency and correct amount of chunkiness. 3) Interior has a slightly dingy hole-in-the-wall diner vibe, which I personally like. I usually sit at the bar. 4) The service is just OK. It seems like the servers there have clearly worked there for a really long time because they're all elderly ladies who look like they never leave lol. They get the job done but they're not especially friendly, warm, or attentive. They will not check in with you to see if there's anything you need after you get your food, but it's not that hard to flag one down. Just don't expect any of them to smile at you haha. 5) It's inconvenient that it's cash only, because I always forget. I think they have an ATM inside. read more

4+ an old LA institution I've wanted to visit for a long time but for whatever reason, I am just visiting now. As the name suggests, this place serves burgers and pies among other things. In terms of ambiance, the place feels like an old-timey diner that you don't find that often anymore (also cash only!). As of 12/23, this place has been operating for 60 years (it was mentioned on their window). I came in late on a weeknight, so street parking was easy to find and I was able to sit at the center counter area right away. I was greeted by a friendly server right when I walked through the door. The server was helpful and attentive throughout my entire meal. I sat down ordered and got my burger and fries all within 10 minutes. I like these kind of fries. Thick and crispy. Soft in the middle. The burger was good too. I opted for grilled onions on top. Just a good old fashioned burger the fixins you'd expect and 1000 island dressing. Because of the vintage diner feel, I really did feel like I made a stop at some roadside diner late at night, like I've seen in the movies so many times. I felt like I had to get a pie as well. I ended up with the coconut (cream/meringue) pie. I thought it was tasty but definitely had to get a box to take about half home. I had a great meal and experience. Maybe the optimal time to come here is during an off hour. I can see how this place could get crazy if too many people are here as the place isn't large and parking probably would be difficult to find as well. Definitely worth checking out for a good burger and other diner classics and to experience LA history. read more

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Food- beef burgers are tasty but they are MESSY THEY FALL APART AS YOU eat them. The work flow is efficient however the ambiance is cold, although my server was polite, there was an overall coldness & lack of warmth in the diner. Food is extremely expensive too. Will not return or recommend read more

I happen to be in Pasadena for a meeting in the afternoon and had some time beforehand to grab a bite. This location popped up on my feed and the classic diner style vibes drew me in from other pictures on Yelp. It's a fairy small eatery with lots of wood finished interior design and a very prominent counter seating right when you walk in. I took a seat and one of the two ladies taking care of orders promptly took my order. She was very nice and helpful after I said this was my "first time" here. You can tell that this is a "hidden gem" because there were quite a few people who were coming in and out, some dining in and others carry-out. Menu is fairly straightforward (burgers, sandwiches, salads, side dishes, and of course Pies! Since it was my first time I went with the Big Ben which is their double cheeseburger. Comes with your choice of lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and onions (raw and/or grilled), with thousand island spread. Very reminiscent of an In-N-Out double double, but with considerably larger patties (as you can see in my photos). The combo comes with choice of sides, which I chose onion rings, but you could have easily had others such as Fries, potato salad, etc.). I also ordered a bowl of chili since that sounded good at the time. Food: DELICIOUS burger and onion rings! It's a bit messy because the bun is relatively small to be able to hold in the tremendous amount of meat, cheese, and veggies. Onion rings were spot on crunchy and seasoned well. The only slight knock on the food for me was the chili. It looked really appetizing with the cheese and onions on top. The flavor was decent but maybe lacking a little tomato or something slightly acidic. The beans flavor was most prominent and maybe overpowering the meatiness or seasoning. (Don't get me wrong...I still ate it!) Price: my total bill for the burger combo, drink, and chili came out to a little over $30. Might be a little pricey for some. I might save a few dollars next time and skip the double patty and go with single cheese burger. If you're not a chili fan, then that's another $9-10 that you can shave off your bill. NOTE: this place is CASH ONLY. So come prepared. Service: fantastic. The waitresses were friendly, fast, and attentive. I will have to come back to check out their pies. Had no room or time left this time! read more

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Pie 'n Burger is a spot I've been wanting to try for ages. It's on some lists for classic burger spots across America. So, naturally, while I was passing through, I had to stop in to try it. Word of warning: They are cash only, and if you want to try a spread of things, you will likely need to hit an ATM beforehand. This place definitely feels nostalgic. A classic burger restaurant through and through. The staff is a bit informal, but nice. The food is at a very high bar, even if the restaurant itself might not be the shiniest new thing on the block. I highly recommend getting a malt, a burger, and a slice of pie. You can't go wrong with that combo. I know I left thoroughly satisfied with the meal. read more

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The best blackberry pie in the universe!!!!!!! Get there quick!!! Don't delay!!!! The cheeseburgers are great also. And the onion rings. And the service is terrific!!! read more

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What a Gem. Local Diner in the heart of Pasadena. Just like the name, Pies and Burgers are the main attractions. Homemade pies and cakes are the bomb. We had the Hamburger combo, burgers with all the fixings and a side of your choice. They have many choices on pies and served with a generous serving of vanilla ice cream or homemade whipped cream. We ahead the strawberry pie with whipped cream. Not overly sweet on both and the crust was crispy and fluffy. Sit at the counter which runs along the entire restaurant or few tables along the walls. Services were excellent and very attentive. Cash only. read more

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It's a good burger but kind of overpriced. I would like to come back for the desserts. The cakes and pies are baked daily and appear to be made with the highest quality ingredients. Parking is great since there is a dedicated lot for the restaurant right out back. read more

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Have always loved place but was so disappointed in the whole Apple pie we picked up. The top crust was so pale and bland looking and the bottom crust was not cooked through and very chewy read more

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Pie 'n Burger is a vintage Pasadena gem that somehow makes a simple burger feel like a refined, almost spiritual experience. The homemade Thousand Island should honestly have its own fan club, and the Dutch Apple pie with ice cream could solve at least three of my life problems. Even the strawberry cake pulls up like, "Surprise, I'm incredible." It's retro, it's charming, and it's way better than it has any right to be. And the service was outstanding. read more

They make the best peach pie I ever tasted---when peaches are in season, usually in August until October. The peaches are uncooked and piled high on a lard crust covered in some kind of lightly flavored gelatin. And eaten ice cold! People put whipped cream or vanilla ice cream on the side, but I love this pie as is, without it. Their hamburgers are good too, but not in the class of their fruit pies. read more

Food is great! Service is also great! I used to come here as a kid and had forgotten about. It recently popped up in my social media feed so thought I would check it out. Happy to report it's still as good as I remembered!!! read more

My first time here. Love the burger and fries. Can't go wrong with a classic cheese burger and fries. Juicy patty with crunchy lettuce and tomato. It's a simple burger with lots of flavor with every bite. Fries are hot and crispy with every bite. The pumpkin pie is delicious as well. Friendly customer service. When you walk in it has that classic vibe to the restaurant. You'd have to find street parking if you want to eat here. I'd recommend this place to friends and family. read more

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Honestly I don't know how these guys are still in business. My wife and I both ordered burgers with fries and drink - they got my burger order completely wrong, we didn't have silverware or napkins, and they didn't bring out drinks until we asked for them. We paid $43 + tip for a very mediocre meal. The burger was nothing special. The fries were overcooked. The pies looked good though! read more

mid service, mid food, mid ambiance. First time here and as a server myself I understand when it's busy it can be over whelming but the restaurant was not busy and unfortunately service was not good. Server for some reason had an off putting attitude when it came to entering the restaurant and while ordering my food. Food was mid, i got chili and a burger but unfortunately i will not be returning :) . if you're in the area and looking for a good burger just go up on lake and head to five guys. :3 read more

I came in today hoping for the nostalgic 50's diner experience that so many reviews rave about--but unfortunately, I walked away with something very different. From the moment we sat down, the woman at the counter (an older lady) made us feel unwelcome. Not only did she dismiss us completely, but she actively chose to serve another couple who arrived after us. We were surprised and uncomfortable, and decided to just order a slice of pie to go. Even then, she made it clear she didn't want to help us and passed us off to someone else. It's hard to ignore the feeling we were being treated differently. I've never experienced this kind of treatment here before. Could it have been that today I wasn't with my white friend? I would like to think not, but it's hard to shake that thought after what happened. I'm really disappointed. I wanted to love this place like others do, but today's experience left a bitter taste that no slice of pie can fix. read more

TLDR: 3.75/5 - Cash only, street parking, good service, and the pies are worth it. Listen I've this on my list for a long long time, but I'm never in this area, so when graced with the opportunity I decided to head down. Now I was there at 9am so the burger was a bit out of the question but you can't say no to a fresh slice of pie. Food: Eggs and Hashbrown: (10$) Nothing really special about it truthfully. The hash actually didn't have much crisp to me which was a bit disappointing. The wheat bread that I had on the side though? I don't know why that slapped as hard as it did but man it was good. Dutch Apple Pie: 5/5 - One of their most popular items. I mean its hard to give this less than 5 stars when it was warm out the oven. It was fresh, not too sweet, the crust was perfect, the top was more of a dusted top than a big crumble. Delicious Boysenberry Pie: 4/5 - Their 2nd most popular pie. Now I had this one a few days later and I'll be completely frank with you it tasted like a really good pop tart as far as the flavor profile goes. I love me a good pop tart but that was my immediate instinct. It was a tad sweet so a good glass of milk would pair well Ambiance: 3/5 This is a still standing 1960's classic in Los Angeles. It has the same charm and interior probably from when it originally stood. On a saturday morning there seemed to be regulars coming in for the wait staff knew their orders or were catching up on the latest news in the others lives. That being said, being a young, stand alone, poc woman in Pasadena definitely caught some heads, and to be frank did not come off exactly warm as I sat down at the counter. Even the cooks who had to turn their backs against me took long glances at me. I'd like to think it was because I came alone, but to me its one of those "get out" jordan peele situations that I couldn't shake. Service: 5/5 Despite the gazes, the service really was a standout from my whole experience there and could almost negate anything. Catherine was King. Her and the other lady (so sorry) were so kind and attentive to me the whole time. Catherine saw my indecisive boots shaking and gave me two slices of pies for the price of one just on the account that I might not be back for some time. Good service can go along way but great service can make a lasting impression, so thank you Catherine. Notes: - As mentioned above parking is only street so I'd advise trying more east towards the residental side and hope for the best. If you do do street it might only be 1 hour so be mindful. - 9 am was a breeze to sit down and get a table for a saturday but I'd guarantee it'd pick up momentum shortly after on a good day. - Overall I spent $18.60 which was good I think?? Breakfast anywhere these days is an arm and a leg so I guess it could be worse. read more

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$32 for an ok burger, bad fries and a decent shake. The burger: kind of In n Out style - nothing special about it. It would be well-priced at $6 but it is in fact $13.00 The fries: Really bland. I couldn't finish them. Halfway through I'm like "why am I even eating these?" There is no benefit. They don't taste good. The shake: Tasted decent but somehow made me feel icky. After the meal I felt kind of gross - I had just spent $32.00 and a lot of calories and I didn't enjoy eating the food and didn't feel good after eating the food. Not coming back. read more

What a disgusting place this was and never in a million years. I'll be back there ever again. The Burger was bland, and had no flavor, to the taste and it tasted like it came from a gas station. The Fries were gross, and old, tasted like they were made a week ago. And the service was horrid completely disrespectful to me and my friends. Their Cake is the only thing good about this place that's all I can say. read more

Food is excellent ! Always tasty! Bring cash, credit cards not accepted! Each item tasted wonderful! Can't wait to return!!

Great spot for a traditional cheeseburger and fries. Would come again! Ordered some pie to go since the burger and fries were very filling. read more

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Small but friendly. The burger and onion rings were delist busy area fast service. A lot of locals

I had eaten burgers here before, they're good but I prefer other burgers elsewhere. BUT, last week I had their chicken pot pie and it was truly delicious!! The crust is really flaky and the filling was so yummy, (my opinion only it could have less peas cuz I don't like peas, lol). It was a pleasant surprise. Their baked peach pie was pretty darn good. I can't say the same for the cherry pie, as I think it was overly sweet, and I prefer it to be a little more tart. I have always loved the apple pie, and would compare the peach pie to the apple as far as deliciousness goes. The service was great and I would definitely recommend it. read more

The best burger but too much lettuce I usually ask to set aside now the coke is hand made very good with burger. Their breakfast is also good the toasted bread makes the breakfast delicious. They have breakfast serve time till 11:00 the its burgers or lunch. read more

Got the cherry pie for thxgiving and it was fantastic! Great selection of pies and will def try other flavors!

Came here on a Friday night about an hour before closing so it wasn't too crowded. P&B has been in this spot forever, and this is my first time visiting. It's one of those Pasadena culinary institutions you have to at least try once. So, the verdict: if anything, get the pies here. They are pretty special. However, like a lot of other reviewers have stated, the place is very expensive for what you're getting. Sides, e.g. fries, hash browns, are 8 bucks. Wow. Ordered the combo, which is a burger and one side: 18 bucks. Wow! Readers Digest ranked it as the best burger in Cali, which is a really sus ranking in my opinion. I'd dare to say that it's not even the best burger in the city. It's a solid burger, no doubt. The bun is nice and toasty, and the ingredients are fresh. The patty, though, is underseasoned in my opinion and it's too lean and small. The lettuce to meat ratio is very unbalanced. There's way more lettuce than meat! They put Thousand Island dressing inside and if you order it their way, it comes with onions, pickles and tomatoes. I had fries earlier in the day, so I decided on the mac salad. Just average, I'd say, but in all fairness, it's not something burger joints usually offer. My friend ordered hash browns, and from what I saw, it's hard to justify the 8 dollar cost on some fried potatoes. Had to try the pie, of course, and since my favorite banana cream had already sold out, I tried the house recommendation of Peach pie a la mode. I have to say this slice was one of the best I've ever had. Not terribly sweet all, really fresh tasting, and they give you two large scoops of ice cream. Service was friendly for sure and everything came out pretty quickly. Some little notes: the bathroom sink, if you're wondering where the on handle is, it's actually under the sink and it's pump operated. A first for me! Oh yeah, and it's cash only. In short, get the pies, they're worth it. The shakes are worth it, too. The burgers? Too many other places to go to that are less costly. read more

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Best breakfast in Town. Old school diner with modern day price$. Parking is scarce but well wworththe trouble. Seating is quick and service is excellent. Yes, cash only! read more

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Came in for 2x slices of pie and had one of the two older women berate two children being respectful. Decided that I can't support a business that is willing to be insanely disrespectful to children. Thanks, hope you close down. read more