The Hat

Grand Burger has been serving California since 1991, and it's easy to see why it has such a loyal…read morefollowing. The staff is always friendly, the restaurant is clean, and it has a classic diner-style atmosphere that makes you feel welcome. I ordered the Grand Burger, while the Garden Burger was just as flavorful and cooked to perfection. Both burgers were well-seasoned and prepared with care. The fries were crisp, golden, and the perfect complement to the meal. We come here often, and the consistently great food, welcoming service, and comfortable atmosphere keep us coming back.

Came back here for the first time in over 10 years. A classic Glendora diner-like staple. Small…read moreinterior with some patio seating but good amount of tables. Friendly staff. Order at the counter and sit down with your number. I got the breakfast burrito with bacon. It is a huge burrito of egg, cheese, hashbrowns and bacon with sides of salsa. Soooo good and so filling for such a good price. Lots of bacon too! I also had a couple bites of my friend's French toast which was also great. Just overall solid diner breakfast food for a good price.

I paid 8 dollars for an egg and cheese burrito...all potato with a thin hairline edge of eggs and a smidgen of cheese...do better

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WaBa Grill

3.5(107 reviews)

0.1 mi

Serving size gotten smaller as the price increases not fair for the consumer to have to pay more…read morefor less

Cashier with the blue hair it looks like a transgender was very rude to me when placing my order…read moregave me an attitude but as soon as the next customer ordered her whole attitude changed i racial profile. If she doesn't like her job, she should look for another one. Because being a cashier you have to greet and have a great attitude. She did not have neither one of them lady with blue hair she is old

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Habibi's Hot Chicken

4.1(444 reviews)

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I appreciate the free shake but i ordered late at night and server told me it'd take 25 minutes…read morewhich turned into an hour. Now i know not to go before closing next time

I came to Habibi's for the first time ever tonight and I was truly excited to try it! I've heard…read morewonderful things about it and finally decided to try it with my bf and homie. My bf has been here multiple times before and always talked so highly of it. The gentleman behind the register was very helpful and lively. He laughed with us and made us enjoy the wait for the food. I am in love with the random snoopy above the counter! It's so cute! I also enjoy the cute chicken plushies around haha. Very nice ambience and I was vibing with the music! Definitely some of the best chicken and I love SPICE!!

Chilling

Chicken sandwich/ mac and cheese

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West Coast Cheesesteaks

4.7(908 reviews)

2.5 mi

SECRET MENU -- The Classic Meal!…read more Small cheesesteak, chips, and a drink -- all for $15! Honestly, this might be the best $15 you'll spend these days. The cheesesteak was delicious, the meal was filling, and the price is hard to beat.Highly recommend this place! Definitely worth checking out.

Best cheesesteak you can get in California, forget all those "jawnys" in LA or whatever…read more Sandwich so good, I be wanting to take 4 to go lol

Inside

West Coast Cheesesteak -togo

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Crafted Cheese Sauces... Cheddar, Poblano, Chipotle (left to right)

The Curry Pizza Company-Glendora

4.6(521 reviews)

0.1 mi

Social media brought me here seeing others rave about this spot. Sadly, I was truly disappointed…read more Might just be a novelty spot to try if you like trying new spots. I personally will not be returning. We ordered wings plain which might be the only thing that saved our meal. It was as expected, nothing extraordinary and not bad. We got all their sauces on the side and none of the sauces stood out. The worst pizza I've ever had. Pizza dough was off, pretty bready no bounce or chew like it was missing that bouncy moisture that amazing dough has. Maybe they don't have a great starter yeast? Half Chicken Tikka Masala, Half Tandoori Chicken Pizza was quite disappointing as well. Nothing was cohesive. Chicken had no flavor and it was quite dry, also wasn't sticking to the pizza. Maybe if they offered a side of sauce along with the pizza might have helped a tad..

Searched for a good option for a group of hungry guys with an appetite. So glad I picked this Curry…read morePizza spot because it definitely hit the spot. About an hour before, I went onto their website to place the order. A few minutes after confirming the order, I realized I needed to make an adjustment on one of them. I called the store and they were able to amend and accommodate. When it comes to pick-up, this store is located in a large plaza. I came about 30 minutes after ordering and everything was ready. The pick-up process was very smooth and they gave extra peppers, cheese, etc. Even before I got to try the pizza, I knew it was going to be AMAZING based on the smells that took over my car. For the total order, I got the following items: - Tandoori and Tikka Masala (Half/Half - Large) - Butter Chicken (No tomato, onions, cilantro - Medium) - Chili Paneer (Small) - Pesto Breadsticks - Loaded Curry Waffle Fries Personally, I tried a bit of everything aside from the butter chicken and had a pleasant experience with all of them. My personal favorite was the chili paneer since it had a slight spice kick. For the waffle fries, I highly recommend to enjoy that early on, as it gets soggy over time. My friends also had great remarks about the flavors. Looking forward to giving this place another try in the future!

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The Buffalo Spot - Glendora

3.2(120 reviews)

0.0 mi

I really like how saucy the wings are. Tender, juicy, and smothered in the sauce of your choice. I…read morehad the salad topped with Cajun wings. It was a bit much for a salad. Next time I will get the wings with a side salad. My partner ordered the mango habanero wings and they were to die for. Staff was friendly and helpful. I Like the outdoor patio which is relaxing. Can't wait to come back and try some more flavors.

I ordered food. 3 customers after me received their food before me…read more The first family ordered after me . Which seemed to be the Owners. They received ALL of the FOOD after i ordered. Drinks and all They even walked back and fourth grabbing napkins and drinks. While I am waiting for my order . I'm watching them eat. And the Guy in front stated they ordered before me . When I clearly seen them outside AFTER I ordered. That's crazy , if you own this establishment and u seen that, DONT wonder why No ONE comes back. I WORK HARD for my money: idk about YOU!

I'm guessing they OWN this place or manage this place. Walking in like nothing . Walk to the back , grab own drink:

Jumbo tender mild sauce

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Grape Leaf Greek Kouzina

4.7(228 reviews)

0.2 mi

I've gotten grape leaf a few times and every time it hits the spot! The loaded street potatoes is…read moredefinitely my favorite. I get it with spicy feta and gyro meat. Incredible. I usually order to go and I've never had any issues. Food is always ready on-time. The inside is nice with some tables. There's also outside seating. Highly recommend!

Changed their prices again. Unfortunately we won't be going back to your establishment…read more In reply to your message, it was today that I tried to order the chicken bowl which is what we order for DINNER on a regular for $15. I was told by your employee the price is now $18, that's why I mentioned another price increase, you may want to clarify that with your employees if that's not correct.

Check out register

Greek Chicken Pita

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Fosters Freeze - Glendora

4.1(199 reviews)

0.5 mi

Sometimes the classics just hit the spot, and Foster's Freeze in Glendora delivered exactly what I…read morewas craving. The corn dogs came out piping hot with a perfectly crisp golden batter, and the fries were fresh, hot, and salted just right--simple comfort food done well. The Pepsi was ice cold with that perfect carbonation that somehow makes everything taste even better. What really stood out was the service. Charlotte was genuinely friendly, polite, and welcoming, making the whole experience feel like the neighborhood burger stand everyone hopes to find. Grab a seat outside, enjoy the mountain views, and soak in the old-school California drive-in vibe. Hot food, great service, and a nostalgic route 66 atmosphere I'll definitely be back.

My family and I visit Fosters Freeze often and have always enjoyed their delicious ice cream…read more Unfortunately, over the last few visits, the customer service has noticeably declined. The employees at the register often come across as unfriendly and unwelcoming. They rarely greet customers, say "hello," or smile, which makes the overall experience feel less inviting. Another ongoing issue is that they frequently run out of popular ice cream flavors or are only accepting cash. If these situations come up, it would be helpful if they posted updates on social media so customers know before making the trip. I hope management takes this feedback into consideration, because we really enjoy the food and would love to continue supporting this location.

Enjoying ice cream outside of Fosters

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Small vanilla cone dipped in chocolate - $6.20

The Spot Teriyaki

4.3(510 reviews)

3.3 mi

The Spot Teriyaki has one of the best teriyaki in east SGV. They do not skimp on the sauce, and…read moreportions are good. The medium is a regular size, but a small is basically a kids size, so be aware of what you are ordering. The large is a full meal, but also shareable. I've been here a couple times now and the food has been consistently good. On this occasion I called the order in and they were ready in 15 minutes. My first time I came had to wait for awhile because this place is pretty popular especially during lunchtime, so if you do come then, expect a little wait.

My friend wanted to check this place out since he likes teriyaki flavor, so we decided to give it a…read moretry. I got a medium chicken bowl. It was decent and reminded me of most other places that serve teriyaki bowls, pretty similar to Yoshinoya or Waba Grill. My friend ordered the chicken combo with avocado, which also came with Thousand Island dressing. The portion size was pretty generous for the price. Overall, I thought the food was fine, but nothing really stood out to me. It's probably not somewhere I would go out of my way to eat at, but if you're in the area and craving a simple teriyaki bowl, it gets the job done.

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Large 32. Chicken Burrito

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Hot sauce a must

Wienerschnitzel

3.1(59 reviews)

0.2 mi

Loved the Chili Dog Combo, tried with both their regular hot dog and beef hot dog. The beef hot dog…read morewith their chili is more succulent and adds a more savory bite, compared to their regular hot dog. Their fries are pretty good. Very fast drive thru service. I would come back hand whenever I'm in the mood for a Chili Dog.

Good for a quick bite to eat. Didn't like the fact that I had to go inside to pick up an online…read moreorder. Service was friendly. Restaurant was clean.

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Fredric S.

240

5 years ago

--meh-- If you're looking for something filling, this is a good enough place, their chili cheese fries are probably worth coming for, yet nothing the place offers can be considered to be unique or even worth remembering. 30 years ago on the corner we used to have a Brown Derby which was very good, it was one of a hand full of such places across the American Southwest, yet when it was bulldozed and the gasoline station was built in its place, this The Hat place was built, presumably trying to capture some of the goodness and nostalgia of the Brown Derby, but it failed badly. This place is meh, a place to go to, I guess, but not really exciting or anything. Their prices are certainly reasonable and you get what you ask for, it's okay, yet I rate it "so so" because it's not much of anything. read more

Jessica M.

Elite 26

318

1036

2 years ago

I recently visited The Hat, and while the pastrami sandwich was as delicious as always, the overall experience was a bit disappointing. The chili fries lacked flavor, which was surprising since they're usually a solid choice. It felt like they needed more seasoning or a better chili-to-fries ratio. Another downside was the cleanliness of the tables. It was noticeable that they hadn't been wiped down properly, which took away from the dining experience. That said, the pastrami remains the highlight--tender, flavorful, and always a reliable option. I'll definitely be back for the sandwich, but I hope the fries improve and the cleanliness gets better. read more

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27632

10 years ago

This is a five star review based on my visit today (02/27/17) based on two factors: (1) The menu options and the ambiance here at this location on Route 66 (Alosta). It has a historical feel mixed with a modern touch and their variety of menu options here. They are known for the famous pastrami dip. (2) The pastrami dip sandwich is loaded with pastrami and tastes very good and pastrami and pastrami cheese fries both covered and loaded with pastrami and tastes really good. My overall dine in experience is pleasant and love the food and enjoyed the company of Mr. Michael Chen while enjoy the pastrami dip sandwich and pastrami Cheese fries read more

AJ R.

3 years ago

This is the place you go when you want a PROPER Pastrami Sandwich. I mean, each sandwich has enough pastrami for 3 sandwiches. The bun, the flavors of the pastrami are second to none. Plus, order a Large French Fry but make sure you have backup, because they give you enough fries for 4. My wife and I go, share a Pastrami and get an order of fries and a drink, which is more than enough food for 2. We walk out stuffed and with leftovers. To us, there is not a better place for Pastrami on the planet. If you have not tried, then make plans to get your mind blown. read more

James W.

10 years ago

Since the place Is on my route to work I decided to stop by and partake in the famous pastrami and chili cheese fries. Well the place is very clean and the employees feel robot like. Kind of depressing!! Meh! Enough room in here to accommodate large groups and any form of a rush hour.. The pastrami is a bit salty, not the greatest I've tasted. The chili cheese fries is ok at best!! There's no seasoning and you can tell the chili is out of a can.. So I'll probably make this it 1st and last visit to the famous Hat. read more

Marauder M.

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1012

303

10 years ago

How can we not all love The Hat. I've been eating at The Hat for the last 30 years starting at their location in Alhambra, and over the last 3 decades the quality and service has been great. This particular location has lots of parking and clean restrooms. The pricing over the years has changed with the times as it should and never over priced. I hope the next 30 years will be as good or better. read more

Verry N.

14 years ago

This place used to be 5 star all the way around! But this last time, it was very dissapointing! The pastrami portions have been cut in half! The bread was the same as I remembered, and the meat used to flow all over the place, taste was great, but just not as I remembered. I will still go there as I have for the last 20 years, let's see if they take notice to improving there quality controls! read more

Arpi B.

13 years ago

These are the best chili cheese fries ever!!! The serving size is huge and can easily be shared with 2-3 people. The Hat is the perfect place to go when you want chili cheese fries! After so many years of going here and just eating the chili cheese fries, I finally tried the pastrami sandwich. And just like the fries, the sandwich didn't disappoint. It's so good!!! The Hat is amazing! read more

Glonvec C.

9 years ago

Good solid food here, the avocado sandwich is about the only thing I have ever ordered over the past 35 years that I have been living here, riding my bicycle to the place, yet my family members often get a tuna sandwich or the chili cheese fries which look divine. The fare here is good, it's solid food, they're always cooking quickly and you don't have to wait for what you get. read more

Carol F.

7 years ago

LOVE THIS PLACE! The Hat has the absolute best pastrami anywhere. Its always fresh, the bread is great and the amount of food you get is insane. I can usually eat for like 3 meals from one sandwich. And fries with gravy are ridiculous. My boyfriend got me hooked on them - I'm afraid if I lived any closer I would gain 10 lbs just from those fries. read more

Kristopher C.

9 years ago

This is best place for chili cheese fries in town. The fries are fresh. I loved the amount of chili and cheese the put on top of the fries. The prices are good. The customer service is excellent. I don't need to wait for my food. The hamburger is good. The quality of the meat is excellent. read more

Sam P.

4 years ago

The chili cheese fries are the best thing you can get in my opinion. They are HUGE and there is more than enough to share. The lines are a bit long but I'd say it's worth it. I love this place and you can tell others do too! read more

Jerome B.

10 years ago

This place is inedible and i really dont understand how a restaurant can hire so many what seem to he illegal immigrants and have no consequences. Its businesses like this that need to be shut down immediately. read more

Edgar V.

7 years ago

Really good service. Order for my store which is 8 people working and they got my order done within 10mins. Really fast and really clean place. A little expensive on the price but really good food read more

Dajoon C.

18 years ago

YES! the pastrami is Very Good, Although it is pricey I will not hesitate in giving it 5 stars.... b.c.... ITS GOOD! (Don't know about u ladies.... cuz it is indeed MAN food.... aka MANWHICH =P read more

Tim U.

12 years ago

Pastrami! That's the only thing I like here besides the chili fries. Everything else is generic. Not bad, just nothing spectacular. The pastrami is the award winner here. No need for much else. read more

Maria T.

14 years ago

When people ask me about The Hat i always have to mention their AMAZING chili cheese fries. Not only is it totally delicious but it's such a huge serving that it could easily feed 2 people! read more

Jeane J.

13 years ago

Umm just 1 thing this girls dont where gloves to prepare the food so so so so disgusting and no this ladies are rude af not worth it dont it here people food has germs by this nasty ladies read more

Alex R.

11 years ago

Chili cheese fries are great and they give huge plates, recommend sharing it with someone. And also try out the onion rings they are amazing. read more

Jamie C.

2 years ago

This is a cute shop.. it's the original! We love coming to this Hat and sitting outside behind where you order! Great spot! Delicious food!

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