The Hat has good fries and they give you a nice amount. Large is good for 2-3 to share! We used to love the pastrami's, but the last couple of times the bread wasn't the freshest and they were stingy with the mustard. And, they REFUSE TO GRILL ONIONS FOR THEIR BURGERS! Who does that? It so easy to slap some onions on the grill while making the patty. We gave them another try today, in case it was just a bad day...NOPE, no grilled onions allowed and the bread isn't soft. Not exactly stale, but poor quality hard. Oh well, we'll go elsewhere next time. read more

Don't come when they are closing. We waited 15 min for our food in the drive thru and came to a surprising pubic hair in our chili fries as a gift. read more

The Hat - Pube - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

I enjoyed a pastrami sandwich with mustard and extra pickles at The Hat in Simi Valley. They certainly don't skimp on the meat, which was a plus. The pastrami fries were massive, but unfortunately, I wasn't a fan. They seemed to be missing something in flavor, and I couldn't quite put my finger on it. Despite the spacious indoor seating, my party and I chose to sit outside to soak up the beautiful day. read more

The Hat - Pastrami Chili Cheese Fries - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

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Beautiful environment, classic 70s diner vibe! Huge proportions, amazing staff who were kind and quick! read more

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How can you not love a place where an order of fries feeds three adults? The pastrami is world famous.. we drive 45 mins to come here at least once a month for the last 20 years read more

Casual dining. Always busy, but the staff works really hard to keep everything moving. Addicting pastrami dip sandwiches! Get one every trip to Simi Valley. read more

I have to update my review from 2019. Still 5 stars if not more! Excellent food. Excellent quality. And prices are great! It's 2024 now and everything is so expensive now I was shocked to see these great prices for the massive amount of food you get. Soooooo gooood!!! read more

The Hat - Turkey sandwich add avocado. YUM!!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

Yummy yummy for my tummy A must go to when you're in Simi Valley The pastrami burgers are addicting read more

Heard about this places famous pastrami sandwiches and wanted to try it out as my first pastrami sandwich. The sandwich was pretty pricey but worth it the amount they give you. Their small fries is very generous with the portion size. However the sandwich needs a bit more flavor. read more

The Hat - Pastrami Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

I ordered a pastrami sandwich. It was huge and loaded with meat and delicious except the only thing I don't like about that restaurant is I feel like when you eat in, they should give you the horseradish and ketchup and squeeze containers that sit on the table, not those tiny little packet that you can't get open and your fingers are all greasy. I actually had to go into my purse and look for a tiny pair of cuticle scissors so I could get the horseradish opened read more

My wife and I stopped off at the Simi Valley Hat for lunch today. The burgers, french fries and chili was very disappointing. The meat had no flavor the fries were bland as was the chili. What's going on? We've been dinning there for several years. Never experienced this before. Is management cutting back on ingredients and the quality of food? Anyone one else have the same experience? read more

Been going here since I was a kid, absolutely love it! The small fry is enough for two people, and their new tuna melt is really good.

After all these years of hearing about the Hat we finally made the trip and checked it out. I have to say it's fully worth the drive. The exterior give that 60s/70s vibe and the interior is the same! I can just picture the hot rods sitting outside while everyone is hanging out eating pastrami dip sandwiches and chili cheese fries!! The pastrami dip is definitely the go to! Packed with flavor packed meat, mustard and pickle!! Even better the macros hit hard protein packed low fat and lower carbs! Bam post workout meal!! The chili cheese fries are massive!!!!! Topped with pastrami and your ok nap time!! Crispy fries absorb all the flavor of the chili making each bit the best one yet!! read more

The Hat - Massive pastrami chili cheese fries! - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

Best place to get a Pastrami sandwich. Top Hat has been around since the 50s I think. A sandwich now cost around $13.00 but we'll worth it. They fill it up pretty full. If you orders bag of onion rings for about 6 bucks you get a deal. Enough onion rings for 3-4 people they come in a good sized double bag. read more

Had a delicious pastrami sandwich. Recently moved to the area and we've been trying all sorts of dining around simi. The hat has been around for decades and i've eaten in their other establishment in Alhambra several years ago. The pastrami was just as delicious and tender as I had remembered I loved the old school vibe and glad they haven't changed it. Order staff was very sweet and nice . Service 5 stars and Sandwich was 5 stars excellent and I will be back! #thankyouthursday2021 read more

The Hat - So much meat it's falling off the bread and we didn't have to order extra meat - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

The Hat is a very popular chain in SoCal, famous for their pastrami sandwich. But most will forewarn you before trying it, not to expect a Langers quality sandwich. This is in simple terms, a fast food pastrami sandwich, which includes the same fast food quality in the sides as well. For example what I ordered: The Pastrami Dip with everything: this includes lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and mustard. They pile the pastrami on the sandwich. What holds this sandwich back from being much better to me is the bread. This is a very cheap, standard white roll bread. Flavorless and texturally like dry air. It's just meant to hold the meat in place which in any really good sandwich is not the case. To me the texture and flavor of the bread is the first thing I notice. So while all the other ingredients seemed "ok", it was lackluster at best. Chili Cheese Fries: visually the fries covered in chili and melted cheese looks fabulous. But one bite and I realized the chili tasted like pasty refried beans. The cheese definitely helped the situation. The fries were soggy to be expected to an extent due to the chili on top. But it was again, lackluster. I won't go as far as saying it was bad food, because it wasn't. It was ok food. It was fast food, or slightly better than fast food. But I totally understand the forewarning given that The Hat is not Langers. read more

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1 minute read: I'm surprised my previous review didn't Pop up just now. But anyway...... ...... The Hat..... I enjoy their menu: Pastrami, Roast Beef, Chilli, Fries and more. The best part is (2 me), they aren't stingy with meat or potato portions. And to accompany the menu, they have a nice array of condiments. The Staff ain't bad either: Friendly, Service minded and efficient. Parking is no problem. The dining area is usually cleaning. Your ears will also be treated to OLDIES BUT GOODIES playing in the background. Prices...... What can I say....... It's not cheap. It's not expensive. All in all. For pastrami, it's the place. read more

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Everyone is so friendly and definitely takes care of you with the portions. Not only is it cheap it's delicious and filling. The manager was very sweet as well as all the women working behind the counter. Definitely recommend read more

I tried the pastrami sandwich, and it was good. Nice AC inside. Clean. Friendly service.

It has probably been 10 years since I had been there and boy was I happy to be back! There is just something super nostalgic about this place. They just celebrated 70 years of business last year and has many locations. They are most well known for their pastrami sandwiches. They come on a delicious french roll but you can ask for it on sourdough if you prefer it that way. My partner isn't a fan of pastrami so he got the tuna and was very happy with the amount of tuna he received and the size. All of their sandwiches are definitely big enough for two people to share. We also got a side of fries and onion rings which go perfect with any sandwich. They have a ton of indoor seating and have some tables outside as well. And the best part is, they have a drive thru as well. Definitely worth visiting if you are in the area! read more

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My husband had never been to The Hat. I went for the first time, about 32 years ago, when I lived in Pasadena. Their wet fries became an instant favorite & my love affair has lasted thru the years. Yesterday he & I went to this location for his very first taste. We ordered a ton of food so he could try different things...yes, we had tons of leftovers. Over the last year or so I've developed a serious love of chili cheese fries/tots & try them almost wherever I go. So today I tried their chili fries with cheese for the first time. But I also got a side of gravy. They were really good & topped with lots of cheese. Buuuuut The Hat will always be all about the wet fries for me. So glad I got a side of gravy to dunk the fries that didn't have chili. Yesterday I tried their roast beef au jus for the first time and it was super delicious! My husband loved the pastrami dip. We also got their onion rings, another fav of mine & burgers (yummy cheeseburger for me & chili cheeseburger for him). We ended up taking home about 3/4 of our food but we both got to try a variety of things. Everything was excellent. Service here is very fast, friendly & the restaurant is very clean. The Hat will always have a huge place in my heart (stomach?). read more

The Hat - Excellent roast beef au jus! - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

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The Hat is Simi Vallley is so great! Not only the best pastrami ever but they have burgers etc as well! Servings are generous and the fries are fab! Served in paper but you can ask for paper plates and utensils if preferred. read more

Morning, Short sweet and simple. Was working out in the area of Simi Valley and lunchtime hit, the team and I went with this classic pick. The chilly cheese fries (no pastrami, (I know a crime)), never disappoint and the service just like any other location is always on point. The turkey cold sandwich is a classic and a great pick with fries. read more

Every food is really good it reminds me to the old school meals with fresh meat and vegetables at restaurants, so delicious. Chilli fries are top easy for 3 or 4 people with a pastrami sandwich or hamburger next to it. read more

Absulotely the best pastrami I have ever had. The pastrami sandwich is a 10/10. Portion is huge and over loaded with pastrami. The chili cheese fries with pastrami are a game changer. So much flavor and over loaded with cheese, pastrami and chili. The order is so huge it can be shared by 3. Don't hesitate to try this place out, you will not regret it. read more

The Hat - Pastrami chili cheese fries - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

This place was a complete delight! The ambiance is purely out of the 50's with plenty of nostalgia and good old fashioned character. The food A.k.a the star of the show! My buddy and I got 2 pastrami dips with au jus and MAAAAAANNNNNN was the pastrami piled high and packed plenty of flavor and topped with the au jus it just kicked it over the top! Fries were oldschool and didn't have much salt but mixed with the chili and cheese it was pure heaven! Do yourself a favor and give this place a try you won't regret it! read more

The Hat - PASTRAMI HEAVEN - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

I was thrilled when I found this location! I love pastrami. The food is delicious. We always order the same thing. The pastrami sandwiches are huge and can be shared with 2-3 people! They have a lot of meat packed into them. The fries are awesome. You get a very large portion for the cost. The chili sometimes is too thick for me and not as hot in temperature as I'd like. Great food! read more

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The Hat is a must anytime I come to Los Angeles. I was visiting family in the area, so I tried the Simi Valley location. Right in line with what you'd expect from the Hat. The food was great! We order The Pastrami Dip (extra pickles of course), the chili cheese fries with pastrami, some onion rings and fries. The portion sizes are massive, so the kids all ate the chili cheese fries and knocked right out. Definitely recommend! read more

What is happening at the simi valley Hat? We have been coming here for years but last 3 times, the pastrami sandwich has been DRENCHED in au-ju to the point where the bread just fell apart from being soaked. If the quality control would be better, this would be a 5 star rating. read more

What is there to say that hasn't already been said about The Hat ? Great quality food, fast service, cold drinks. Do not miss the chili cheese fries with pastrami ! read more

Lovem to pieces. Strami and chili cheese fries with the works. Better than from McDonalds. Great place to eat after a long day at work. read more

The Hat - Drive thru window - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

Really good late evening pastrami sandwich. A nice alternative to that In and Out crap. Would like to return to the hat next time I'm in CA. read more

Haven't been here in years. But I must say..it did not disappoint. The pastrami is still sooooo good, Super tender and flavorful. And the bread is so fresh and soft. The only not so good thing was the service from the guy taking orders. He looked super annoyed when I asked him a question. read more

Ordered our food in the drive thru and got all the way home to realize these MORONS got it wrong. This isn't rocket science people-It's a damn hot dog. PLAIN!! Not even an apology from the manager. Ridiculous. There are too many places to spend my money so this will be the last time we spend money here. read more

One of my favorite places to visit when I come back home. The French fries (small) is a half of bag worth. The burger was grilled to perfection with flavorful chili that was plentiful. Food was hot and fresh, can tell it was made to order. The staff was kind and very helpful when we were deciding what to get. I love the old school feel of the open tables and bright inside. Definitely a great stop every time. read more

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Their pastrami and onion rings always hits the spot and not bad for the price. Wish we have a location in SFV. read more

The Hat - Pastrami burger - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

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I was craving Chili Cheese Fries & not only does this place have amazing Chili Cheese Fries, but you can get their famous Pastrami on top of it too! SO GOOD! It was like $15 because of the Pastrami but whatever haha it's worth it and if you're not eating here all the time then it's alright! Honestly, the chili cheese fries are great here and getting the pastrami on top is just awesome! read more

The Hat - Chili Cheese Fries a/ Pastrami!!!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Simi Valley, California

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The pastrami sandwich on rye is to dye for! The onion rings are the best and the fries could feed a family of 5!

GRUB FOOD!!! Hubby had to have it since we were in the area. One of his favorite spots when he use to work in Simi Valley. We haven't had it in a few years so this was a major treat! Hubby got the Pastrami Burger with a side of the yummiest Onion Rings ever! I got the Roast Beef Dip and it was so perfectly soggy. My daughter grabbed their regular cheeseburger and wet fries! All so yummy and super heavy so definitely not something we could do on the regular. read more

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Soo good here Get pastrami cheese burger with fries Only gripe is that why not sell burger combo You end up spending $40 bucks for 2 burgers and fries with soda read more