This place was bomb! Stopped in after a festival for burgers shakes and chili cheese fries. The burger was soft and tender and juicy and so flavorful! The chili cheese fries were soft and poet gooey! The shake was perfect. Not stingy with the Oreos and thick to perfection. The only noise from our table was mmmm and oh my god! Definitely stop here it's a great restaurant with great staff. The gentleman helping us was fantastic... Be sure to tip your servers! They work hard for you. read more

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Sometimes the under-dogs need love too. If you ever wake up feeling like your stomach is rumbling and moaning, Rick's is exactly where you go to silence the beast. This place is old‑school comfort food, no dancing, no gimmicks, no trendy nonsense. Just a classic Gardena "G-Town" burger‑and‑breakfast joint that's been feeding hungry locals longer than some of us have been alive. I rolled in absolutely starving, sat right at the bar like I was front row at a breakfast concert, and ordered the steak and eggs with extra meat because my soul said "don't play with me today." And let me tell you, they must've seen the hunger in my eyes because that plate came out loaded. I'm talking "this might be a personal rescue mission" levels of loaded. When I saw my plate, I was like damn ...I am going to get personal and tear you up! That's how hungry the beast was inside of me. No regrets at all! The steak came out tender, salty, satisfying. And the eggs, over easy cause I wanted to make a mess of my beautiful plate. This whole plate felt like a warm hug from an old school diner that knows exactly what you came for. I must have had hungry....hungry written on my forehead head? The service was quick, friendly, and efficient, the kind of speed that tells you they've been doing this for decades and could cook breakfast with their eyes closed. Watching them craft my meal right in front of me felt like breakfast theater, and honestly, I couldn't wait to tear into my meal. If you're hungry, hurting with that feed me pain in your belly, or just need some soul‑curing comfort food, Rick's will fix you right up. Just be warned: once they see that empty‑belly look, they're gonna feed you like your family. "Always remember, the energy you give is the energy you receive. " Miguel C. read more

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It's typical of a hole in the wall burger place. Food is a bit greasy but satisfying. Service is friendly. read more

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First time ordering from here and it was mostly positive. Portion sizes were huge and the food was tasty . Also prices were reasonable and food arrived in a timely manner. Just one negative: no ketchup or any condiments in the bag for the onion rings. read more

Rick's In & Out - Onion Rings - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

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Food is made fresh. Drive thru is a bit slow but expected. This place is usually busy. One of my picks for a quick bite to eat. read more

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It must be at least 5 years since I last visited Rick's. I remember when they first opened in Gardena back around 75' or 76'. A good friend from high school was one of their first hires. Obviously, the building has seen better days. Every now and then, I wonder if they're still around and low and behold, they've managed to survive. The food isn't as good as I remember but surprisingly, it was pretty good and they've kept their prices within reason as well. I have great memories of their combination burrito so I decided to see how well they're being made these days. It's really unusual because it's a juicy burrito. Instead of grilled pieces of carne asada, they use what almost seems like a soupy beef stew with bits of lettuce, onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. It actually works pretty well. What was missing was the delicious salsa they used to use in the old days. This left my burrito a bit bland and boring. Still, it was acceptable. I ordered the chorizo plate for my wife and we enjoyed the taste even though it was a bit heavy on the salt. I appreciated the fact that the chorizo was drained of excess grease unlike some other places in the area where the food floats in orange goo. I was pleasantly surprised to find the bill was less than $20 so props to Rick's for that. It was nice walking down memory lane but it's sad to see how bad the neighborhood has become. Restaurants in the area close early because of the crime you read about in the police blotter that occur at night. It's fairly common for people to get robbed at gunpoint or knifepoint after 10 so frequenting businesses like the Lady Luck card club or filling up your car with gas might not be the best idea. Daylight hours are fine but unless you're already in the area, I wouldn't drive out of my way to try Rick's. By the way, how do they avoid problems using In and Out in their name? Some things remain a mystery. read more

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Here is an update picture of the menu for those who want to see what you can get from the menu and the prices. Great place to eat. read more

Rick's In & Out - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

Ordered a beef burrito. I'm thinking it was ground beef since carne asada was also on the menu. They stated it was beef, chili and cheese. First bite was disgustingl, I was so hungry that I attempted to tolerate it and I couldn't do it. I'm gonna have to start preparing my own food way more often, $10 down the drain. read more

Rick's In & Out - Beef burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

This whole in the wall with a drive thru was always known to locals as having a really good hard shell taco. However, I was pleasantly surprised how good the Turkey burger was. Really fresh and flavorful. Especially when your pressed for time and need a drive thru. read more

Rick's In & Out - Turkey Burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

Been going here since I was a Kid! And the Food NEVER disappoints! They don't take forever to get your food like most fast food places do so the service is on point! For a clean hole in the wall joint I call them the Ambiance is great all the time! I will never stop going here! All my Food I get from here is A1. read more

I got the asada breakfast, eggs scrambled easy, no potatoes, cheese & guacamole salsa & it was PERFECT!!!! Most places overcook the eggs but this was "chef's kiss!!!" read more

Over charged me. I had to request receipt to prove they overcharged me and the cashier had an attitude about it. They charged me for extra fries I didn't order or get. Food not even good. read more

As far as the food, it is good, yet they advertise that they close at 8pm. I went there at 7:45pm and I was told that they were closed. NOT ETHICAL OR GOOD BUSINESS PRACTICE. If they close at 7:45pm that is what it should say and that it how the business should be advertised on their window and on their website...both of those places say 8pm not 7:45pm. read more

Just went to Rick's order Chili Cheese Fries with fruit punch. The food was horrible, fries were cold not fresh, cheese not melted. Fruit Punch was watered down. Went through drive thru line it took forever I was the 1st car in line. I will never go back to Rick's. The chili cheese fries use to be good. This is NOT FAKE NEWS read more

Steak and eggs with toast -- only $14.31 with tax. A solid and satisfying breakfast option. read more

Rick's In & Out - Steak and eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

On October 11, 2025 I ordered a Western Omelet with a additional cheese for $1.25 with Door dash. The omelet was dry but the bigger problem was the no cheese in the egg.. When I called and said I didn't get any cheese, the lady on the phone said the omelet doesn't come with cheese. Every other time I order it the Omelet had cheese, this time I wanted more cheese. The lady more or less said "Oh well I'm sorry". Please check your order when food delivery is ordered. . read more

Great experience at Rick's! The staff is friendly, the service is quick, and the food is always fresh and flavorful

Best Cheese Burgers & Fries in town. I highly recommend having breakfast here. Huevos Ranchero plate is fabulous read more

Rick's In & Out - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

My boyfriend and I got breakfast burritos from this place and we were in-n-out fast because it's gross. We had to get a refund on our burritos because both of our burritos had tiny hairlike fibers all over them read more

Consistency, I've been going here well over 20 years. The prices are very reasonable compared to other burger stands, and the customer service is top tier !! read more

I have eaten at Ricks for 28 years. This morning I ordered eggs hashbrowns and sausage- it wasnt listed on the menu board so I was surprised when she said it was almost $15? I simply asked why it was so much - no raised voice, nothing. After she told me why, another worker came over and they started talking crap about me- not knowing that I (an old white lady) am fluent in Spanish? When I told her that I knew what she had just said about me her response was that they were talking about someone else- even though the counter was empty? Then the cook got involved and started giving me dirty looks- the guy who was making my food!!Mind you, I never said a word to anyone after she told me the price? I am a liberal human rights advocate and has seen racism up close, and I know when it's happening. In this case a group of people saw someone who didn't look like them and made an assumption by their skin color. Racism is racism, and it needs to be brought into the light of day. Shame on your staff read more

Haven't been to Ricks in years and today I had the hamburger special the price is good. The burger was definitely yummy. Perfect size not so big but not so small. Love the bun and shredded lettuce. Definitely will be back . Thank you. read more

I went out with some friends on a Sunday--at first glance, the line looked long, but it moved quickly, and we were seated without much wait. I ordered grits with bacon and eggs. The bacon and eggs were solid--definitely the highlight of the meal. The French toast had a great aroma, but overall, nothing really wowed me. To be honest, the bacon and eggs are the only reason I'd even consider going back--but chances are, I probably won't. read more

My family has coming here since middle school days when we lived in Gardena. The prices are always reasonable. We only get breakfast when we come though . So I can't really comment on the quality of food since what I usually get is usually good lol. The employees are always super nice, food is brought out piping hot with a smile lol. I'd say the entrance is truck stop diner-ish lol. I don't come for the decor, I come for the food! The only thing I do NOT is the restroom, it was awful when I tried to use it. I just held it and went to my friends house instead lol read more

Rick's In & Out - Steak and Eggs w avocado - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

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Clean restaurant with ample seating. The food was served hot. I ordered a Carne asada taco plate. The meat was well seasoned. The salsa was just right. It was good for a burger stand meal. The severs were nice and polite. It didn't take long for our order to come out. This was better than expected. read more

Rick's In & Out - a plate of mexican food - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

Never going to order from here again. Burnt fish not edible, also they forgot to put onion rings to this order. Supposed to get onion rings and fries but I guess they forgot! read more

Rick's In & Out - Burnt fish and fish plate was also supposed to come with onion rings but they didn't add them to my order - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

A classic! Try the pastrami breakfast burrito. Been going there for years, it's a household favorite throughout my entire family

Great service. Great food!! Super Delicious the food is to die for. Would come Back again definetly read more

I love taco's!! And my girlfriend has told me about these tacos for months. Well today we went! And Bro!! outs!! The shell is amazing it's like a huge homemade tortilla chip with seasoned ground beef lettuce, cheese and sauce!! Oh my!! Totally worth the wait!!! read more

I used to eat here all the time... but the past two times have been very disappointing. Two times ago ordered the bacon and eggs and it's usually good but when I got home I seen that the bacon was waaay overcooked I couldn't eat it. So I went back and they gave me some better cooked bacon. But after today I'll never go back. I got home and half way into my meal I seen a long black hair... I was very disgusted to say the least. read more

Taquitos aren't freshly made...sad but true! Out of the box....was looking forward to nicely fresh made ones too! read more

Rick's In & Out - Taquitos... - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

The food is not as good as it use to be for me. I hit a cheeseburger which had no season on it all to me and I got chili cheese fries and they were tasteless and nasty so I had my last day at Rick's ! read more

WORSE COSTUMER SERVICE EVER!!! At approximately 7:30pm, as I got to the drive thru window ready to order, the lady who takes the orders rudely stated that Ricks was closed, and continue to say they close @7:45pm I proceeded to tell her that all signs outside the building clearly said OPEN. She then peeked to see the signs, saw me & then muted herself. I waited there, & no answer. I also went on google to see their hours & it clearly says 7am-8pm! I think this is very unprofessional. & hopefully something can be done to stop this. read more

Rick's In & Out - a meal in a takeout box - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

Yes, I got the hair! First time getting fries for lunch n I found myself w a piece of black hair on my fries. I tried to blame it on myself that it was probably my hair but after reading other reviews im pretty sure it wasn't my hair. So yes it's true! Who knows who works there w long black hair n their hair keeps falling off Idk. The fries were good but idk if I wanna eat them w a hair on them. The other day I was around the area one morning n I wanted fries, n I couldn't stop by only because I traumatized by the hair. Also the coffee tasted like there was a rat brewing w the coffee. The most disgusting coffee I have ever tasted. read more

Rick's In & Out - Hair on your food is the norm here. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

This shit bussin bussin omm bruh get this shit fr got me licking my fingers n shit no cap read more

Rick's In & Out - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardena, California

It's sooooo good, one of my favorite places. It's really good prices, food quality and customer service is good.Cheese Burger

No frills diner, only tried the breakfast burritos and the hamburger but for the price I would say outstanding. It's been around for a minute and you can see why read more

Totally disgusting food. Old smelly meat sandwiches. The bbq beef gets seasoned in a sumo wrestler's armpits Lilted salad. Smelly chilli. read more

Greasy goodness at it's best. It was always a danger walking out of the Fitness 19 and staring at Rick's. It's a very basic, cheap, no frills, semi-diner feel of a place. Gets you in and out, as one would expect. My Ppersonal favorite on the menu is the beef burrito. read more

Didn't think much of this place when passing by. However, my husband and I decided to stop by just to try it out and boy I'M GLAD WE DID. Rocio was amazing. She very attentive, helpful and very friendly. The prices were very reasonable. And the food was very good, especially the onion rings! We will definitely be coming back. read more