What an incredible burger. I had a double chili-cheese with all the fixings, and it was enormous. I couldn't finish the huge order of chili fries, so I took the rest home for later. The homemade root beer was delicious too. This place is the real deal. read more

Stopped in today 2-12-26 at 450pm. Ordered hot dog with chili, mustard and onions. Lady taking order was nice. Watching young guy take hot dog with his bare hands and put in bun then watched him use his bare hands to dig in raw onions and put on top of the hot dog. There was a customer behind me so I said quietly I just watched u use bare hands for my food. He got defensive immediately. Another guy was there with tattoos all over his head & neck. He said health dept was just here and they have no prob...also said the other guy just washed his hands. I said I doubt the health dept would be ok with this. I work with food just fix this and I won't say anything. The guy with the tattoos got rude & defensive said i didn't have a problem before. This is my 2nd time there, i replied I didn't watch u prepare the food the first time. He said whatever yea dont come back. I left the unsanitary hot dog on the counter and left I didn't even ask for my money back and nvm the $1 tip I left after placing my order. ABSOLUTELY DISGUISTING AND UNSANITARY. I didn't notice but I bet he grabbed the bun with his fingers as well... Instead of apologizing and making it right they were rude. This is gross, im betting these people have no food handlers certs. Historical site or not. IF U VALUE YOUR HEALTH DONT EAT HERE. read more

This joint is classic! A San Fernando Valley treasure, it's easy to imagine the hot rods zooming up and down the strip and the James Dean wannabe's fueling on burgers and fries. Forget those phony balony Hollywood "tours", if you want a taste of the real Los Angeles, you must come to the Munch Box.. read more

The Munch Box - Outside - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Classic Chatsworth establishment. Feels like going back in time. Fair prices, generous portions, friendly staff. Always have been able to find a seat. read more

The Munch Box - Dogs - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

See all

Est. 1956- Filled with murder, mayhem, and deliciousness, this internationally famous roadside burger joint has a great story. From Charlie Manson's hangout, to a community petition drive to avoid the bulldoser, and to national historic status, and global notoriety, The Munch Box is a locals favorite, and a destination stop for tourist worldwide. In addition to the history, the Munch Box has some really good food. The menu is limited, but what they do, they do very well - especially, the chili. The best chili cheese burger I've had in recent memory, and definitely in my top five all time best. Chili, cheese, pickle, onion, tomato and mustard. That's all you need (lettuce is for rabbits). The chili has a nice kick , but not too spicy; just perfect for a chili burger. The chili also has a good thickness, so it doesn't drip all over your hands and fall off the burger. The Hickory Burger was also delicious, as was the Western Dog (chili, mustard, cheese & onion). This is an all-beef dog, nicely cooked and the bun is perfectly steamed. Excellent! The Munch Box is one of the oldest family run businesses in LA County, which has not changed since they opened. You can come here for the Manson lore, or for the classic Googie architecture, but you also must come for the food! Four thumbs up for The Munch Box. Cash Only! read more

See all

Having seen the Munch Box listed on another website (Atlas Obscura) as a historical and unique restaurant, had to give it a try since I was in the area. I ordered the mushroom burger, fries, and a root beer float. The star was definitely the root beer float; the Munch Box staff make their own root beer and it is absolutely delicious (with caffeine). The root beer is well-balanced with creamy vanilla ice cream. The fries were fresh and light, definitely enough for two. The mushroom burger was a savory and filling burger. The ambiance is really cool, like traveling back in time to the '50s. The architecture has been maintained well, there's outdoor seating at the counter and at lunch tables. Free parking in the lot and on the street. read more

See all

Munch box is a Chatsworth Heritage landmark and I understand the love and fans of this place! Easy parking, it is a little pricey but the flavors and people are just so amazing!! The double chili cheeseburger was a little bit intense for me but the double mushroom cheese burger was the winner for me! Chili cheese fries was awesome and is always good with a lemonade! Next time I would try the root beer float! Support the local beloved Munch Box!! read more

See all

One of the first places my pop took me to as a child when the family moved out west. It's one of those places you'll hear about from word of mouth. Opened in 1956 serving hickory and chili burger goodness and you better come check out one of San Fernando Valley's best kept secret!!! read more

See all

Not much ambiance but the chili, burgers and fries were delicious. The ladies at the window were very nice too.

The food is very plain no flavor to it. I asked for a cheeseburger with chili. I got a cheeseburger no chili. It's flavorless super bland. Very mediocre. Not much of a burger either. The environment was nice. The staff was really nice. Other than that, this will be my first and last try. read more

See all

Good fast food. Love the ambiance and the AGE of the Munch Box. Only negative is a large chain on the ground anchoring the picnic table. A law suit waiting to happen. read more

Finally tried this old standby that I've heard about for ages. Was in the neighborhood and stopped to get lunch. Stepped up to the window and got a Hickory burger with fries. It came out pretty quickly and I dug right in. Nice and juicy and delicious. The fries also hit the spot, they complimented the burger perfectly. Thin fries but hot and nice and salty Awesome burger and will definitely be back. read more

Great food and prices, the double chili burger was great, fries were crispy, will go there again!

It's a historical landmark in Chatsworth. Grew up going here since the 80s. Was craving a chili burger so I ended up here. The Burger was lacking chili and had almost no onions. It was definitely fresh and delicious but not a chili burger. The fries were fresh and tasted great. Overall still a great value compared to other burger spots. A single chili burger, fries, drink ended up being $15.i live the place, so hopefully they read these and change a few things. read more

See all

If you are ever in Chatsworth or near there and love great junk food, The Munch Box is the place to go. Parking is usually not a problem. This place has been there forever it seems, I think sometime in the mid 50s it went up. It has chili dogs, burgers, fries. They thought of closing it once and that did not go over well with the neighborhood. This roadside burger stand has been owned and operated by the same family, kept the same Googie architecture, and nearly the same menu, with a variety of burgers, hot dogs, and fries since it opened. The prices have gone up, but other than that it is the same. When development threatened to close the restaurant in the early 2000's, the community wrote 1,700 letters and petitions to the city council, urging that the burger stand be placed on the list of Cultural-Historical landmarks. They won and it is now a protected landmark. The food is the best. We love their chili dogs with raw onion. Their burgers with chili are great. I don't care for American Cheese, not really cheese now is it, and that is all they have, but my grandson loves it. They still sell root beer and even though it is the same you can get at a grocery, it seems better there. It is go to the counter, order, wait a minute and either eat there, outdoors, or in your car or take home. We always stay and on cold days we eat in the car. The place is just so adorable. Not pretty, just so cute and the oldness makes it cuter. It is kept super clean. The service is ever so great. They are fast and friendly. Try it. read more

See all

I finally got to try this place and I was not disappointed. The burgers were pretty big and the chili gives them a unique flavor. The price is very affordable and cheaper than many other burger places. The staff was friendly and my food was ready very quickly. There is plenty of seating. read more

The prices have definitely gone up but it's still worth it for a good chili cheeseburger and chili cheese fries. Cash only. Fries are like McDonald's fries with a load of flavorful chili and cheese and onions on top. When the weather is good to eat outside this is the spot. Drive past the fast food in the area and hit up an ATM for a much better local experience. It's a historic heritage site that slings burgers for a reason. read more

Highly recommend this business to any family or friends. This place is a landmark. I've been eating chili cheese hotdog here since I was a little tiny kid. I highly appreciate the employees in establishment. They're extremely knowledgeable. Thank you for service. read more

See all

Customer service ... I love supporting local businesses, however something happened last week that I was very unpleased with. When a place closes at five you expect it to close at five. I pulled up at 4:48 knowing that I had to stop for cash beforehand. Just I was walking up they pulled the window down and said closed !!! I tried to walk up the lady shook her head no!! really pissed me off!!! read more

Quality quick food it's is like Tommy's Burger cousin simple and good I'm a fan of just the chilli burgers and hot dogs

One of the few hole in the wall spots left in Chatsworth. Wherein their chili cheese fries still taste the same even decades later. Because the business behind it are a bit more established now, parking seems to always be available in the lot. I think there's a restroom, but never had to ask. Their menu has slightly increased throughout the years. But the main item that's from my childhood is their chili cheese fries. One of the best in the valley. Burger was okay. Next time I'll try out their dogs. I forgot that their dogs were better than their burgers. It's been so long since I've eaten there. Brought back a lot of memories. read more

The Munch Box - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I have been eating at The Munch Box since high school, for 40 years! The food is amazing, especially the Hickory Burger and chili cheese fries. Back in the day, Buck, the owner would personally make the food and now he has family members taking care of serving customers with the same high standards. The Munch Box was featured on the Huell Howser show and has been granted historical status for the city of Los Angeles. read more

Go to munch box for years they never disappoint the food is always great prices are reasonable not expensive at all in this day and age. Servers are very friendly there's a reason they have been in business for so long. It's not fancy place but that what makes it a great place . Chili burgers are the best in the valley read more

4.5 absolutely lived up to all its lore. Hickory burger and the best chili fries I've ever had. Crispy and hot and delicious. Quick service with a smile. Absolutely worth the trip. read more

This place has been here for ever, iv driven past it probably hundreds of times....so we finally went! It's a fun place to go for a burger and conversation. They only have tables outside, no inside seating. The place has a ton of history, you can google it and find pretty interesting stories on YouTube about Manson hanging out there waiting for his girlfriend who worked at a strip club across the street. My burger and fries were pretty average but I think most go for the history. We just fell into conversation with everyone sitting around us. Everyone had a story. We will probably go back again just because it is cool. The people that work there are pretty nice too. read more

See all

Delicious food good prices, lovely staff! You really couldn't ask for anything better than a chilli dog and beautiful mountains

Since I had some business in the valley, I decided I wanted to have lunch afterwards at the Munch Box. I saw a TikTok video promoting their hickory burger so that is what I ordered along with fries and a drink. The order came out quickly. Lots of tables to dit and eat. The French fries came out piping hot and they give you a lot. The hickory burger comes with chili, lettuce, tomato and onion and hickory sauce. I have to say that this burger tasted more like a chili burger, not a hickory burger. When I think of eating a hickory burger, I think of Apple Pan as the standard. Munch Box hickory burger had a faint taste of hickory but played a minor role. Maybe next time, I ask for extra hickory sauce? Or maybe just hit Apple Pan.. read more

Pretty good overall, just not thing is I ordered a hickory burger, but not sure if they gave me the chilli burger instead (had some sort of sauce, did not taste hickory & not much of a chilli, sort of bland). Burger was good and the fries were very good, I'd probably give them another try if I'm in the area. read more

The Munch Box - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Solid service, good crew, good food, fairly priced, lots of seating with shade--Munch Box delivered, and then some. Way better than Cupid's, and worth the drive to Chatsworth. We will be back! read more

My son really loves the lunchbox so I went there. I am two burgers one with nothing but mayonnaise and the other a regular cheeseburger. When I got home, I had a burger with Island Dressing and the other burger was a chili burger. I have picky eaters at my home so they went in the trash. I tried to call, but the number here on the yelp ad is disconnected and the other area doesn't have any phone numbers. What type of business does an offer a phone number so I decided not to drive over there and let them know or give them an opportunity to make it right. He decided if they don't have a decent list of phone number they need to hear it here on yelp. The messages check your order before you walk out that means open the paper to look at your burger and let the heat out when you might end up with a hotdog instead. read more

A great San Fernando Valley institution and a piece of valley history. I LOVE their Hickory Burger and their idea of an order of french fries feeds two. The staff is always super-friendly and personal. Makes me want to get some tattoos every time I stop by. read more

I've been to the Munch Box many times. They have great food. I just wish they would adhere to the hours they say they will be open. It's the third time I've come to get a burger at 4:00pm or 4:15pm and they're already closing- they're supposed to be open till 5:00pm. Not trying to be a whiner but when you make the trip and you want to eat there? Very disappointing. read more

I LOVE the Munch Box! You coming to the Valley? This is where we are going. Great food at great prices. Got a double hick with cheese (no tomato) a western with cheese + kraut fries and a root beer all for around $20. Staff are always friendly and they get the food out quick. Customers (myself included) are a vibe in and of themselves. Places like this are a dying breed and should be treasured. It's an institution. We don't need more Starbucks. LONG LIVE THE MUNCH BOX! read more

Great chili dogs and chili burgers!! I add sauerkraut to my chili dog they grilled a sauerkraut and it is delicious!

If you want a damn good diner style burger this is your spot. Fries are crispy and plentiful, great customer service and vibes..just bring cash as they don't take cards. read more

The food is always great. The prices are very reasonable, and the staff are so friendly.

F**king yum!!!! Just pulling out of the parking lot and jumped on here to say DAMN! That was a yummy lunch! I've been coming here for A LONG time (over 25 yrs) and I've never been disappointed. The Munch Box is something I crave. I get a hickory cheeseburger with chili and grilled onions only and split chili cheese fries with extra cheese. Hubby always gets the western hot dog which comes with mustard, relish, and onions. CASH ONLY read more

See all

Food is great and so is service. Burger come with chili but can be replaced with thousand island. Make sure you ask for burger with either because we ordered one with chili and another one we ordered without saying anything and it came very plain with just bread and meat. It didn't even come with lettuce. The burger, mushroom burger, fries and hot dog were all delicious. read more

See all

I always passed by here and finally tried it. If you love chili, this is the place to be. All their burgers and hot dogs come with chili so if you don't like chili, make sure to ask them to take it out. The menu is simple, burgers, hot dogs and fries. Make sure to bring cash as this place is cash only. And don't forget to pack the chili peppers that are on the side of the pick up window. read more

The cheeseburger and fries had no salt. The service was decent. Note: Whatever is on their menu is only what you are allowed to have. Basically, you can't ask for them to modify anything! I'd rather go to Daglas! read more