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Original Tommy's Hamburgers

Burger Joint and Fast Food Restaurant$$$$

East LA, Los Angeles

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Ranked #7 for burger joints in Los Angeles
The experts at Eater and LA Weekly recommend this place
"Best chili burgers in L.A.! Ask for extra chili."(17 Tips)
"Get the chili fries with the chili on the side."(10 Tips)
"Best burgers and chili cheese fries in all of Southern California"(6 Tips)
"hungry late night"(3 Tips)

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EaterAugust 25, 2017
As post-drinking food goes, chili fries at the original Tommy’s on Beverly is about as good as it gets — and the messiest. And that’s (thankfully) been true for many, many years. Read more
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LA WeeklyAugust 4, 2014
There is nothing sacred once you wrap your hands around a double chili cheeseburger; enjoyed by suits and sweatpants alike, which is exactly the range of clientele you'll find at the walk-up window. Read more
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EaterMay 12, 2016
Original Tommy’s on Beverly Boulevard is celebrating its 70th anniversary with 70 cent burgers from noon till midnight. There'll be live music, classic cars and awesome prizes. Sun, 5/17. Read more
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다희 노June 1, 2015
The cheeseburgers! I don't know about the chili fries because I got a stomache, but definitely the cheeseburgers and also the chili dog! Don't get a triple cheeseburger with a chili dog. U might bloat
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Joseph MundyJune 24, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Get three double chili cheeseburgers...to to pound and one for tomorrow (don't worry, they microwave to near perfect the next day--30 seconds)...never be the lame who asks for "no chili!"
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상선 김October 28, 2019
A great burger place to stop by they are open 24 if you are hungry late night go for it
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Duncan PJJune 2, 2023
Felt like a very authentic American experience. Try a chilli cheese burger and fries
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Jessica BlountMay 13, 2016
The best burger that i have ever had in my life. The chili is amazing. I do not want any other hamburger but from this place.
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SalvadorJune 22, 2018
Been here 5+ times
The breakfast burrito is actually really good. Only served until 11am.
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Steve LuekeNovember 16, 2014
Chili Burgers, Chili Fries. So good the next day you will have a reminder of their great chili by what locals call "Tommy Fingers."
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Thirsty JamesFebruary 27, 2016
Now serving 1/4lb chili cheese burgers, no onions, extra tomato please! No milkshakes here though, HUGE bummer
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Offbeat L.A.January 28, 2016
Opened 1946. Original walk-up stand of a hamburger chain with over 30 Southern California locations.
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Blackford OakesMarch 31, 2014
Been raised on this stuff. Only negative I have is your hands will smell like chili for two days. First place I stop when I go back to LA,,, and I only go to the Original.
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David NelmsDecember 12, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Best deal is the double cheese burger. Be sure to get everything on it. If you are not interested in chili be sure and tell them 'no chili'.
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J MOctober 24, 2013
Always upgrade reg fries to chili cheese with onion fries! Chili not diet and I would NEVER want it to be! I want a franchise!
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Brandon HoangJune 1, 2015
Nostalgic burger shack. Stand 'n eat. Don't come expecting anything fancy; it's your basic burger with a dollop of chili on top.
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RoyerNovember 21, 2014
Been here 5+ times
I left gasping for air after ordering the the 1/4 or was it the 1/3 pounder? I don't remember. I just was ready to pop afterwards. No regrets!
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Sands TimeOctober 21, 2014
Still the best burgers after 25years. Wish they would have left the soda cans instead of replacing them with self serve drinks
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Jessie AvilaMarch 7, 2015
Best burgers and chili cheese fries in all of Southern California
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SEGAJune 5, 2013
Various locations throughout Los Angeles, but this is the main one... featured in the motion picture "Grandma's Boy" - John, QA Tester
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Quiana TaiApril 15, 2015
Bestest! New wooden plants to eat on. Love the atmosphere.
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Molly HansenMay 17, 2021
Everything!
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ShinnawyNovember 5, 2019
Chili heaven! Chili cheese fries, double chili cheeseburger ♥️
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JorgeDecember 26, 2013
The triple cheeseburger its the greatest hamburguer in LA i love it!!
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Lee PalaciosJune 22, 2013
Try the #2 combo - Chili cheese burger, fries and a drink!
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Thirsty JamesSeptember 17, 2013
At this original burger stand they don't serve those amazing milkshakes - bummer :(
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🇬🇧mikeBKK_Life🇬🇧August 2, 2014
Chili and cheese is the best!! Especially when put on fries!! Yummy :)
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Kim EsguerraSeptember 22, 2014
I wondered why a lot of people come here to get burgers. I tried their burger and hotdogs but I was not impressed... I will still go for In & out...
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Chris GuzmanAugust 20, 2011
If you're up for it, ask for extra chili on your burger and chili fries--they give it to you at no extra cost! =)
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James YeangDecember 7, 2017
The chili goes with everything. Superb
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Rob PrentissOctober 31, 2014
Best chili burgers anywhere. Nothing better than the original.
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Sandra SDecember 27, 2012
Get the cheeseburger AND the tamale. Seriously. Get the tamale.
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Dandin CanlasMay 4, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Literally walking distance from my house! The chili cheese burgers and fries are so good, must try!
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Larry RobinsonApril 29, 2012
only get the double cheese burger with everything! get a SMALL drink, then get Free refills
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Jason NietoDecember 2, 2019
Been here 5+ times
First meal back in the states with Allan
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KidnoeffectsJanuary 12, 2019
One of the best burgers in LA.
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Andrea ReynaFebruary 23, 2014
Best burger place ever. Come before/after a Dodgers game.
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Ronald Chino CalderonMay 7, 2023
Been here 5+ times
The Best Chili Burgers In Town! 🍔
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Sergio OrozcoJune 30, 2011
Best Burgers in Town, Try Double Chili Cheeseburger with Chili Cheese Fries!
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Joseph MundyApril 12, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Some lame-o newbie with frosted tips just ordered a Tommy burger with NO CHILI, NO ONIONS, NO CHEESE! Whattadouche.
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John GarciaSeptember 21, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Take a bite of yellow peppers with a bite of your chili burger. Amazing!
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TV Food MapsSeptember 2, 2014
Check out Original Tommy as seen on Food Paradise Read more
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Robert PortilloJuly 18, 2011
Been here 50+ times
U gotta try da breakfast burger it's da bomb. Just make sure u get there b4 11am
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Mark ParabotApril 27, 2014
Best Double Chili Burgers in town!!
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Emily SelinMay 9, 2012
Best chili burgers in L.A.! Ask for extra chili.
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maya figueroaOctober 24, 2016
Delicious!!
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KylaJune 29, 2015
I just had a plain cheeseburger and loved it
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Karlyn FOctober 11, 2012
Park in the lot across the street it's much easier!
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Ronald Chino CalderonMay 7, 2023
Been here 5+ times
“The World Famous Chili Burgers!”
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Gloria LoezaNovember 5, 2011
Get the chili fries with the chili on the side. Yum!!
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