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The Hat

3.8 (631 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
Updated over 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Pastrami Dip Sandwich
Andy T.

Been to numerous The Hat locations before. This is a location that feels very spacious. There's a lot of parking available in a large lot, plenty of seating indoors, and a few outdoors. There's also a drive thru! I went on a Saturday at around 11:30 AM. It was moderately busy at the time but still plenty of seating available. I was able to order right away and it took around 6 minutes for everything to be ready. They do accept American Express as a payment option. I ordered (3) pastrami dip sandwiches and (2) chili cheese fries. The staff recognized that was a lot for one person to carry so he offered to give me a box. He went to the back to grab it, assembled it, and packaged everything neatly. It was very sturdy and made it easy to carry the order. Service is quick and great here!

Pastrami Dip ($12.60 - Above View)
Ian A.

I had a nice experience at The Hat (Glendora). I ordered the Pastrami Dip ($12.60) and the Chili Fries ($8.60) with Melted Cheddar Cheese (additional $1.99). The food includes well-prepared ingredients, big portions, and comforting flavors. I left full. (Important Note: This location includes a drive-thru.) I arrived at The Hat (Glendora) on Saturday (around 4:10PM). Parking is easy. The private lot is fairly big, and I quickly found a spot. The location was fairly empty during my arrival; however, the place got extremely busy as 5PM neared. I counted over eight cars in the drive thru. Staff is professional, efficient, and helpful. Staff answered all my questions, and Staff worked hard. To my utter shock, my food was ready in 25 seconds!!!! That's insanely fast! I wonder if they just prioritize dine-in over the drive thru. The food is filling. The Pastrami Dip ($12.60) arrived somewhat shriveled. It had an ugly, squished appearance, but the quality felt present. The bread is fluffy and springy. The pastrami is tender, juicy, and well-seasoned. Its pickle slice is also zesty and crisp. The flavors were satisfying. The Chili Fries ($8.60) with Melted Cheddar Cheese (additional $1.99) arrived picturesque. It looked gorgeous with its melted, stretchy cheddar cheese. Surprisingly, its chili came boiling hot. The chili is very wet, pasty, and under-seasoned. The fries are thick, hot, and squishy. And the melted cheddar cheese saves this bland chili fries with its stretchy texture and fresh cheddar flavor. At the very least, this dish is very big with satisfying textures. Regarding ambiance, The Hat (Glendora) is very spacious and clean. There's many interior tables, and there's several outside tables. The tables, floor, and windows are very shiny and well-maintained. This location also has high-chairs for families. There's also two gender neutral restrooms. The music is also very soft. The decor is tasteful, and it captures the feeling of history as it proudly displays photos of the past. Overall, The Hat (Glendora) is a good destination for comfort food. I appreciated my filling meal. And I left with plenty of leftovers. If curious, I recommend. 4.6 out of 5

Sign that is out on the street
Sam C.

Decided to drive down on a Friday evening at about 7:30 PM. I expected to find a long drive-through line, but there was about five in front of me. The line goes super fast. Service here is great, sometimes friendly sometimes just business like. Probably due to the amount of people they're helping at a time. I got the pastrami sandwich and the wet fries with gravy. Both were delicious and a huge portion. I opted to split both items plenty for two of us. They do have new sandwiches a tuna melt, veggie cucumber with provolone and avocado and a ham and cheese melt. Did not try these, but they looked good. As far as ambience, as other yelpers have stated there's plenty of room inside, a few tables outside and plenty of parking. I would also note that they have large vehicle parking in the back to accommodate even trailers. Fast food, delicious, ambience perfect for a fast food place and service, quick and professional. Definitely worth trying this place if you love pastrami.

Pastrami sandwich & pastrami chili cheese fries
Tiffany H.

Been going to the hat since I was a kid. It's always a hit whenever I'm craving fast food. The amount of pastrami that they give you is insane. The price is definitely justified with their portion sizes. My usual order is the pastrami chili cheese fries. I decided to try their pastrami sandwich and it was also delicious! Was stuffed with meat. I think their chili cheese fries are honestly my favorite. Service was excellent. We got our orders quickly and the hat has plenty of seating inside. The tables are clean too. Would highly recommend!

Pastrami chili cheese fries.
John B.

I stopped by The Hat and ordered their pastrami chili cheese fries--and wow, they are still as good as I remember them to be! The portion was huge, definitely enough to share (though I wasn't complaining about keeping most of it to myself). The pastrami was perfectly seasoned, piled high, and paired so well with the rich chili and gooey melted cheese. Every bite was indulgent and packed with flavor. The service was quick, and even though it was busy, the staff kept things moving smoothly.

Double cheeseburger, ON POINT
Roland C.

This Hat location has quite a large parking lot so you should always have parking available. Inside the staff are friendly and ready to knock out your order quickly. Plenty of seating, inside and out. The food is always delicious and needs to be tasted to believe. Always a fan of the chili cheese fries and the double cheeseburger was on point. Please come down and support them, still very affordable as well

Chili cheese fries
Jesus N.

Stopped by The Hat and ordered the pastrami with the dip and chili fries. Easily one of the better pastrami sandwiches I've had very authentic, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The dip really brought everything together and made the sandwich even better. The chili cheese fries were solid too. You can tell the chili was fresh, not canned or overly greasy, which made a big difference. The service was standard. They are Very direct and get your order done quickly. The place was clean and loved the ambiance. It had a very classic dinner feel which felt very warm and comforting. Simple, classic, and done right. Definitely worth the stop.

Phil N.

These types of reviews are tricky as this is a place with a drive thru window. The Hat is a classic Route 66 stop in Glendora. Founded 70 years ago. This location is not old but they do a nice homage to the original. Wood Paneling on walls, naugahyde seats. It not a dive though. Clean as a whistle. It's an order at the counter steam table place. Service super quick as they had several people working Now, to the pastrami. It's very good and serving is large.

What's left of my meal.
Zack S.

The Hat. What can I say? It's been a staple for 70 years for good reason. My go-to is the pastrami dip. And extra dip. Today, my lunch plans cancelled and I was needing a quick bit by myself, so I dropped in. Wooden walls, fast service, horchata and Orange Bang... all the things I love about The Hat other than the food. Grabbed a cheeseburger and small fry today. Which, btw shouldn't be overlooked. The burger has a tomato, chopped fresh lettuce, cheese, and thousand island. Mmmm. Kinda want another. The small fry is anything but small, tossed in a brown paper bag with extras on the side. I'll be taking 2/3rds of them home. Gotta give The Hat a 5 for exactly what I wanted and needed today. Fast service, great food, throwback atmosphere. Or, if in a hurry, the drive thru is always an option too.

Ham and turkey with avocado
april m.

Do not sleep on the cold sammies. Fire!!! Service is always impeccable and place is hamburger stand vibe. Always clean.

Pastrami Chili Fries
Charnie D.

A late night eat at the best pastrami fries join in SoCal. They always pack their fries with pastrami and chili cheese. It is a necessity to add tomatoes and pickles to help with the balance of each bite. The chili/cheese could be overpowering and salty pickle and fresh tomatoes give it some balance. The onion rings were crispy and not overly battered compare to other places. They give you a generous serving and you will need a group to tackle it.

Pastrami sandwich, grilled cheese, and wet fries
Karissa L.

I thought this place was ok. The pastrami sandwich was really good but the grilled cheese had way too much much cheese but me personally i don't like that much cheese in mine so that might have been just me! The wet fries i thought it was white gravy i should have asked but it was dark gravy. I don't really care too much for dark gravy and the fries were really soggy! The service was ok they forgot about our order so we waited a while. The guy that was at the register was really nice. But overall wasn't that good. The place was really clean though and alot of places to sit! Id prob come back and just try something different honestly!

Pastrami sandwich
Lourdes V.

On my recent Cali trip I made a quick stop for my favorite pastrami sandwich & gravy fries. Nostalgic!!! The pastrami sandwich is not the standard deli version, this one is shaved pastrami on a roll with mustard and pickles. The pastrami burger is a juicy burger with pastrami on top. Don't forget the little yellow chilis, sometimes you get a spicy one otherwise they're pretty mild. The small fries are a huge order, perfect for sharing with another person. The wet fries are smothered in hot brown gravy (so good!)! The dining room is clean, there is some outdoor seating also, service is fast & friendly. Drive thru moves fast.

Double cheeseburger. Trust... it's a lot bigger than it looks in the pic!!

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Love their ham and swiss sandwich and their fries. The Hat has seem to have kept their prices reasonable.

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The Hat has great service, and the food is also great. We can't wait to eat here. We stop by at least once a week it is so good.

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Ask the Community - The Hat

Are furry paws allowed?

They allow our fur-babies in the patio seating outside, but not inside. :)

Does this location have a drive thru?

Yes

Do they put fresh onion on the tuna sandwich? If they don't can you ask for it? I'm weird and I love fresh onion on my tuna sandwich!

You can always ask them to add onions to your sandwich. I enjoy my tuna sandwich with onions as well.

What do you cook your fries in?

with sand oil

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Urbane Cafe - Cilantro Chicken Torta

Urbane Cafe

(134 reviews)

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The entirety of my order history from Urbane Cafe is one Salmon bowl after the next. I loved it the…read morefirst time I bought it and have been consistently ordering it. The last couple of times, portion sizes have gotten smaller and smaller. If it is a matter of training employees to fill up the boil to what it should be, then that is advisable. If it is a matter of inflation and the restaurant is trying to remain profitable, that's understandable. But then offer different sizes of bowls at different pricing. It makes the customer feel like they are being played when you charge the same but portions are completely inconsistent.

My friend was up from OC to hang out, and I remembered Urbane Cafe had a really good menu with…read morevegan/vegetarian options. She ordered the Tofu Bahn MI and Portobello mushroom (no cheese) sandwiches. I had planned ahead, and did the Crunchy Peanut Salad, subbed chicken with Tofu, extra Endamame, (I forgot to request remove honey peanuts), and asked if peanut dressing was vegan- Mike, the cashier, went back to check with kitchen, and yes, ingredients were only peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar & tamari! Perfect! The manager, Matthew, delivered our food to our table, and he said that Mike made sure the focaccia bread on side for me was wrapped separate, as it was vegan, yet in kitchen with possible cross contamination. Matthew said they are very conscientious if a customer is vegan or vegetarian to be mindful of their orders. I was completely blown away! Huge shout out to Mike, and the manager Matthew for the care that is so rare! I'll definitely be back more often.

Capri Deli

Capri Deli

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My Dad first went to Capri Deli in about 1956 and was a regular customer through the 1970's....he…read morewould always buy Italian sausage here to barbecue and use on his homemade pizza. He said it reminded him of the deli's in Chicago where he was born. Our family moved to Covina in 1954 from Chicago.

Capri deli food is always, delicious and warm. This place is a must try, must have and must return…read more Their service this last visit was subpar to say the least. I came in around 6 PM. There was no one else in line. I waited at the counter approximately five minutes and was not acknowledged. There were 2 to 3 girls and a male working behind the counter. You would've thought I was invisible. Nothing, crickets, no I will be right with you or anything like that. Once the line had three or four more people behind me, we were finally acknowledged. Once the service debacle was over, they returned to the delicious food and service to my table was good. The dining tables need some work. They are all unlevel and wobble horribly. I did use the facility and it was clean. However, the door would not close, it needs to be realigned. As I returned to my table, imagine my surprise to see someone at my table, cleaning up and throwing my plate and bowl away. Capri Deli I don't know what is going on over there but some attention needs to be paid to repairs ASAP. Also, before cleaning up someone's table, make sure their seat is empty and they have left the facility. Customer service needs some work, sad because usually this place is top-notch.

Crust & Crumble Bakery

Crust & Crumble Bakery

(304 reviews)

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Excellent local bakery in the Glendora area that pumps out good bread and bakery items! After…read morecoming here a few times, I've got nothing but good things to say and a highly recommended place to dine at or pick up if you're in the area. As soon as you enter the restaurant, all their baked good items on the display case is so mouth watering and enticing. My favorite baked good items are their coffee cakes, danishes, muffins, sourdough bread, and all the cookies. NOTE: Their in house sourdough bread is not only to die for, but sells out what feels like within minutes of them opening up on the weekends. That's how delicious their bread is. Another baked good that I consider to die for is their lemon pistachio olive oil cake that's placed by the register. The cake is moist and there's a good lemon flavor with a crunch of pistachio with every bite. Every time I'm in downtown Glendora whether it's for a stroll or an errand, Crust & Crumble is always my pit stop. The breakfast & lunch menu is also excellent and they use their in house sourdough for all the sandwiches. The Crusty, Jalapeno Honey, Italian, and BLTA are my favorites. I'm looking forward to trying all the sandwiches and breakfast offerings in my future trips. I've only tried the cold brew here and I can say they use some good quality beans. The restaurant is long and small and can only fit about 2 people width wise as there are 3-4 tables that can seat 2 people per table inside. They do have outdoor seating available. Restaurant is clean and I believe there isn't a bathroom for the public. During the weekdays, you would be able to order and get your food pretty quick. However, on the weekends, expect the line to be out the door due to it being small plus the weekend crowd. Most of the items on the breakfast & lunch menu will take a minimum of 20 minutes during the weekends. I've always had excellent customer service with the staff on every visit. They are personable, friendly, and will take their time to answer all the questions. Parking is never an issue with plenty of street parking and multiple parking lots.

Came here for fruit pie but only chocolate cream pie was available. Got the bacon, arugula, Gouda…read morequiche instead. Looked on their menu for options for ordering pies but don't see that as an option. Wanted decaf drip coffee, the nice young man employee said they didn't have it but they could do a decaf americano for me. Nice ambiance- energetic chill music, small space with 2 tables inside, outdoor tables available

Rev'd Up Coffee & Classics - Ferrari sandwich (includes bag of chips) and Iced Chai Latte.

Rev'd Up Coffee & Classics

(109 reviews)

Rev'd Up Coffee absolutely exceeded my expectations -- everything from the food to the drinks to…read morethe vibe was on point. I tried the jalapeño bagel with cream cheese and it was immaculate. The cream cheese ratio was perfect (not skimpy, not overloaded), and the bagel was toasted exactly how it should be - nicely crisped but not hard to chew, and definitely not soft or soggy either. I also got the Firebird sandwich, and WOW. As a savory girl, this one really hit the spot. The amount of buffalo sauce, pickles, and Dijon mustard was perfect - flavorful and bold without being overbearing. The portion size was great too. It was filling, I could easily save half for later. For drinks, I ordered their seasonal iced cherry pie latte, and I'm honestly still thinking about it. I usually don't go for sweetened coffee drinks, but my oh my... this was genuinely one of the best lattes I've ever had. Balanced, smooth, and not overly sweet. I also tried the seasonal Love Machine matcha, and it was amazing. The matcha tasted high quality -- not bitter and not grassy at all - with the perfect amount of sweetness. On top of all that, the service was immaculate, and the music/vibe inside was so good. Definitely one of those places you want to keep coming back to. Great place to get work done as well, outlets are conveniently placed.

I visited Rev'd Up Coffee and Classics in Downtown Glendora and it was such a fun and unique place…read moreto go. The whole vibe makes it a really enjoyable spot to hang out and grab a drink. The drinks were good, and we happened to visit when they were offering their Valentine's Day specials. The seasonal drinks were really tasty and creative, and it made the experience feel a little extra special. They also offer food like flatbreads and sandwiches. We didn't order any this time, but everything looked really good, and I would definitely go back to try the food next time. The service was a little bit slower than your typical Starbucks but the taste of the drinks we ordered made up for that. Overall, it's a great spot in Downtown Glendora with good drinks and a fun atmosphere. I'd definitely come back again to try more of their menu.

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