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Chili John's

Chili John's

American Restaurant$$$$
Burbank
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7.9/10
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    Sarah A.
    "delicious spicy beef and medium chicken chili!"(5 Tips)
    Henry T.
    "Lemon pie was heavenly, looking forward to trying the..."(4 Tips)
    Charlie A.
    "All types of chili are fantastic."(2 Tips)
    Christian C.
    "Try the Beef Chili With Spaghetti - Amazing."(2 Tips)
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  • Keith M.
    Keith MyersNovember 6, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Chili Johns was trademarked in 1902, making it one of the oldest trademarks in the registry, even older than Coca Cola. It's also some of the best chili you'll eat in your life.
  • Tim W.
    Tim WilsbachApril 16, 2014
    This is a must-experience kind of place. This is a diner with counter-only seating. They serve chili, hot dogs, tamales & pie. The end. Go.
  • Sarah A.
    Sarah AlikhanAugust 20, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    delicious spicy beef and medium chicken chili! cathy is super sweet and the service makes this place top notch! very reminiscent of the diner from the TV show 'twin peaks' !
  • Christina Z.
    Christina ZaydenbergAugust 23, 2013
    Soooo delicious. I had the chicken chili bowl with beans and I added cheese and onions! No wonder they're the oldest restaurant in Burbank. I highly recommend eating here, enjoy!
  • Paul C.heart icon on user image
    Paul CoyneNovember 28, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    I love this inexpensive and unique chili place. I recommend chili on a tamale or hot dog. Go spicy and Add the onions.
  • Farah S.heart icon on user image
    Farah SosaMay 25, 2014
    If u r coming for the first time, try a chilli bowl. Any. They are all awesome. They let you taste em if you ask. Really quick at serving.
  • Brandon T.
    Brandon TomyoyJuly 28, 2015
    They have a selection of hot sauces upon request. Also, the chili can be ordered "dry" for those who want the chili less oily.
  • Offbeat L.A.heart icon on user image
    Offbeat L.A.January 28, 2016
    Opened 1946. Vintage diner with a U-shaped counter serving only chili items. The 2nd location of 1913 Wisconsin restaurant.
  • Brandon H.heart icon on user image
    Brandon HoangJanuary 29, 2018
    You can’t get most old school, nostalgic than this. Vintage lunch counter, chipper staff. Chili lives up to the hype.
  • Pamela B.
    Pamela BrooksMay 25, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Love how they give first-timers. A trial taste of each type of chili. I went for the chicken but they were all good.
  • Rob M.
    Rob MDecember 15, 2012
    Beef Chili over rice and cheese, onion, crackers on top. I love this place, feels just like your grandma's place.
  • Jared P.heart icon on user image
    Jared ProudfootAugust 11, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Try having chili with rice. Mmmm... Fantastic! It's not on the menu, so you'll have to ask for it.
  • Sean R.
    Sean RobisonSeptember 28, 2014
    Fantastic chili and spaghetti. The tamale, on the other hand, was just okay. A bit mushy.
  • Jason F.heart icon on user image
    Jason FisherMarch 4, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    mmmm Love it. old style, delicious food. great service!
  • Christian C.
    Christian CanterburyApril 30, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Beef Chili With Spaghetti - Amazing. I love this (via @Foodspotting)
  • Charlie A.heart icon on user image
    Charlie AispuroApril 20, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    All types of chili are fantastic. No fries and don't ask
  • heathr g.
    heathr goldDecember 20, 2014
    Kale in the backroom. Ask for it with the chicken chili. Delish.
  • Christina M.
    Christina MinnaNovember 4, 2010
    Fantastic ice box pineapple pie!!! Spicy beef or chicken chilli on bread!!! One of burbank's oldest establishments. Over a 100 years old. A mother/ son team manage it.
  • Kyle H.
    Kyle HebertOctober 7, 2010
    Medium chicken chili over spaghetti is incredible. Finish with lemon pie served on a chilled plate to cleanse the palate. Beyond awesome!
  • Joseph S.heart icon on user image
    Joseph Shore-GossSeptember 28
    Been here 10+ times
    Best chili in the world!
  • Matthew W.heart icon on user image
    Matthew WelzenbachMarch 2, 2015
    Been here 50+ times
    Chili dog and Chili on rice are amazing!!!
  • Castulo J.heart icon on user image
    Castulo JimenezAugust 9, 2013
    Don't be surprised to see movie stars... like Clark Duke!!!!
  • Sean R.
    Sean RobisonAugust 19, 2014
    Excellent chili and tamales
  • Big B.
    Big BroFebruary 13, 2013
    Amazing spaghetti! Green tea with lemon is incredible!
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsSeptember 2, 2014
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  • Mike M.heart icon on user image
    Mike MoAugust 12, 2015
    meaty Texas chili heaped on top of my coney dog
  • Matt C.
    Matt CrawfordJanuary 22, 2013
    Chili John's serves a mean bowl of Chili. From LosAngeles.com ~ http://bit.ly/BestChili
  • Henry T.
    Henry ThachOctober 19, 2011
    Lemon pie was heavenly, looking forward to trying the pineapple cream pie!
  • DJ MoJoe (.
    DJ MoJoe (Joe)September 29, 2012
    Chili , High-Quality Beef suet, Garlic, and proprietary Spice Blend
  • Wesley U.heart icon on user image
    Wesley UnderwoodJuly 20, 2016
    After a bowl of hot chili, don't forgot to cool off with a slice of lemon pie.
  • Robert G.
    Robert GamboaJanuary 18, 2014
    DAMN tasty and the chili was good too!
  • Kristin B.
    Kristin BMarch 25, 2014
    Authentic Green Bay chilli
  • Nicole S.heart icon on user image
    Nicole SmithJanuary 30, 2016
    Turkey chili during Thanksgiving season is the best!!! ♡
  • J C.heart icon on user image
    J ColaApril 16, 2016
    Great service great chili straight up!!!
  • Charles W.
    Charles WilliamsJanuary 4, 2014
    Some say this was a favorite of Walt Disney.
  • SS
    SSMay 1, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Tasty even for non meat eaters, try their great vegetarian chili!
  • Glen S.
    Glen SouzaApril 10, 2014
    Best chilli ever
  • Sherman F.
    Sherman FernandoMay 5, 2022
    Get it wet -- extra grease
  • Sean P.
    Sean PresslerApril 13, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    adding pickles to your chili is key... also if your brave enough ask for some Dave's hot sauce..
  • Free R.
    Free ReyesDecember 13, 2010
    Chili dog with vinegar and onions, amazing!
  • Michael D.
    Michael DaleNovember 22, 2013
    Upsidedown chilldog extra mustard
  • Tavisheart icon on user image
    TavisJune 5, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Come for the chili, stay for the lemon pie.
  • Brent M.
    Brent MartinSeptember 6, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Great local restaurant!
  • Bob M.
    Bob MerrickApril 22, 2010
    Easily one of Burbank's best eats!
  • Will H.
    Will HutsonFebruary 18, 2010
    Try the tamales!
  • Sean P.
    Sean PresslerSeptember 4, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Order it "extra dry" for no oil
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