Tommy's Original Hamburger
Los Angeles, CA 90057-1020
Phone: (213) 389-9060
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- N Rampart Boulevard
- Best of Citysearch:
- French Fries 2006
- Hours:
- Daily 24hrs
Editorial Review for Tommy's Original Hamburger – by Stephanie L. Smith
The Scene
The original Original Tommy's is a far cry from the sanitized, white-tile chain it spawned. The kitchen is a shack, the dining room is a parking lot, and Angelenos couldn't be happier. At any hour of the day or night, expect to find folks from all walks of life wiping their satisfied mugs with paper towels from dispensers located every two feet along the outdoor stand-up counter.
The Food
When Mom cooks, the extra ingredient is love. When Tommy's cooks, the secret's in the chili. Give in to your inner glutton and enjoy a meaty burger smothered in the orange, gloppy stuff. The medium-thick beef patty oozing chili con carne, cheddar cheese and mustard redeems itself with diced raw onion, dill pickles and a thick-cut slice of beefsteak tomato. Perfectly plumped all-beef dogs, hefty tamales and chunky golden fries are absolutely delicious when coated with the industrial-strength chili.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoWhen you order your Tommy's burger with "everything," that includes chili.
Where to SitYou may be tempted to eat in your car; but if you stand at one of the counters, you can avoid getting chili all over you; plus, there's an endless supply of napkins at your fingertips--you'll need them.
ParkingThere's ample parking, but after 10pm there's a 15-minute limit to prevent impromptu parties.
User Reviews for Tommy's Original Hamburger
07/21/2008 Posted by hwanmi
I have been coming here since I was a teenager. I stop by at least once a month to help "last nite's" hangover or as a pit stop after a long nite out. I get the chiliburger with a huge side of peppers. not the healthiest meal but so satisfying.
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
10/13/2007 Posted by thetruththeanswer
I think fasthorse is just on meds. Tommys is the best. It has been for years! I love everything on their menu. Hot dogs, hamburgers, chili-fritos, chili-fires. I cant belive fasthorse gave such a bad review. Obviously her and her husband arent used to eating good quality food if she is used to pouring hormels all over her burgers. Sounds like she should have paid attention in home economics. Tommys is not just a burger joint it is a landmark. Millions of other people have been satisfied and in love with their burgers for years. I would recommend their breakfast sandwich! it is only served until 11am. but it is to die for. IT is only like $2 dollars and you get a delicious heartattack on an english bun prepared by the chatty spanish speaking crew!
Pros: All the food is delicious.
Cons: Make sure your heart is healthy!
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