Wes

The Hat’s famous pastrami dip sandwich doesn’t disappoint. It’s heaping full of pastrami and the bread rolls are always fresh and soft. We tried the chili cheese fries for the first time and like the regular fries you get a massive portion. You could easily make a whole meal out of the chili cheese fries fries. Highly recommend the Hat as an LA/SoCal staple.

marshall young

If you’re ever in the Fontana area down in So Cal check out the Hat!! Pastrami samiches are on point. There are other great items on the menu too 🤙🏾

Imelda Niemeyer

The only downside to this place is that it gets so busy that it can be hard to find a spot to sit inside. They do have tables outside, though. Everything I have tried here has been delicious, from the burgers to the pastrami sandwiches. However, my absolute favorite is the chili cheese fries, no onions. They are so good that they keep me coming back for more! The cashiers are quick to take orders, and there is always someone in the lobby making sure the tables are being cleaned as guests leave.

Darien D.

The Hat is well known for their pastrami dip sandwiches but I go for their chili cheeseburger and the chili cheese fries. Their onion rings are also TOP tier as well. The chili cheese fries is a huge portion so definitely plan on sharing if you order those. This location is always packed because it’s right next to the mall but the wait typically isn’t too long. They have a good amount of seating both indoors and a couple tables outdoors as well if you want to enjoy some fresh air. 5 stars for delicious food and good service!

David Canonic

Whenever I’m in Southern California, The Hat is a must-stop for me. Their pastrami is truly world-famous for a reason—piled high, tender, and packed with flavor every single time. The portions are huge, easily shareable, and always satisfying. I especially love the pastrami dip sandwich—perfectly balanced with mustard and pickles—and their chili cheese fries loaded with pastrami are in a league of their own. It’s comfort food at its finest. The quality is consistent across locations, and the service is quick, even when the line is long. The Hat has been around for decades, and you can feel that legacy in every bite. It’s one of those classic SoCal spots that never disappoints. If you’re anywhere nearby, do yourself a favor and stop in—you’ll quickly understand why it’s a local icon.

J C

I live in Vegas and spent last weekend in L.A. I had heard about The Hat and one was close by so I gave it a try. For a fast food type operation, their Pastrami was better than any I have ever had other than an authentic deli. Their Pastrami Dip sandwich was large and stacked thick with moist, thin sliced tender Pastrami, and the bread was tasty and soft, perfect for the sandwich. The price was $12,60, which for that quality and size is unbelieveable. They were very busy but the line moved fast and after ordering the wait was just a couple of minutes. The staff was super friendly and the kitchen and dining area was clean. And the best part is I found out they will be opening their first Vegas location this year. Can't wait.!!!

Johnny B

By far the best pastrami i've ever had. Really big porportions. Had the original pastrami sandwich, steak sandwich, burger and chili cheese fries with pastrami on top. 💯💯💯

Jaime Sung

Would have given them 5 stars for the food if it hadn't been for their pastrami sandwich that didn't have saurkraut. Everything else was yummy and portions were huge for the money. The chili fries with pastrami could have feed 4 people. Atmosphere was happening at 945 pm.

Tracy Sutorus

We stopped in for lunch and it was standing room only. We had to wait for someone to leave to get a table. But let me say IT WAS WORTH IT! We got the pastrami sandwich and fries......DELICIOUS. The price point was better than most restaurants we have eaten pastrami at. It's busy and loud so if you are looking fir quiet, eat in your car. Definitely a MUST if you are in town!

DL East

I’ve been to many Hat restaurants in different locations and have yet to be disappointed. This is probably one of the most consistent fast food chains out there. Always satisfied and always wanted to go back if I see one. The roast beef with au juice sauce is exceptional french fries and gravy. You can’t go wrong.

+1

Ashley Lozano

I've been coming here for about 10 years or so now and their prices have remained steady. The chili cheese fries are big and pretty much feed a family. The last time I went they were kinda cold, but overall their food maintains quality. The place is always packed every time I go. They do have wheelchair accessible tables, ramp and restrooms.

+5

Simon Perkins

My friend told me about this place because they know I’m luv me a good pastrami sandwich. Let me tell you they did not disappoint. It’s a pretty solid sandwich. $12 for tasty, loaded to the brim pastrami sandwich. It’s constantly busy but the staff have a. System down so you don’t have to wait long. I would order chili cheese fries for the table, but add tomato and pickles to help balance all that chili.

+7

Great food that tastes good. The pastrami sandwich is my favorite with some chili cheese fries. You can't go wrong with that. I recommend this place to everyone.

Great food that tastes good. The pastrami sandwich is my favorite with some chili cheese fries. You can't go wrong with that. I recommend this place to everyone.

Great food that tastes good. The pastrami sandwich is my favorite with some chili cheese fries. You can't go wrong with that. I recommend this place to everyone.

i've been to the hat several times never had a bad experience. The food has always been good and every time I've gone it's been very consistent. You know exactly what you're gonna get. I would reco…

Yes yes YES! My family has been coming since forever, all because my Pops LOVED this place (not this specific location) when he first arrived to LA. So coming for a pastrami sandwich is very nostal…

I highly recommend my regular order: Pastrami, Chili Fries (chili on the side) ,Large Diet Coke. Great service and Great value.

Food and service great. Portion and taste amazing. What an experience - wish I had a larger appetite.

This place is delicious, and has the best turkey sub! Also the chili fries the drive thru is always packed but the wait is worth it

I’ve never been served such an immense portion of wet fries. This could feed a small African nation. Expect to spend at least four hours eating your purchase T-shirts are great. History is great oh a…

I’ve never been served such an immense portion of wet fries. This could feed a small African nation. Expect to spend at least four hours eating your purchase T-shirts are great. History is great oh…

Ordered the French fries with chili and pastrami. They were really good. Famous spot, Must try when visiting Rancho Cuca

Ordered the French fries with chili and pastrami. They were really good. Famous spot, Must try when visiting Rancho Cuca

I only get 2 things from here, the famous pastrami and chili cheese fries. You get so much pastrami that you can add to your fries. You don't have to order pastrami fries. I've been coming here for t…

I only get 2 things from here, the famous pastrami and chili cheese fries. You get so much pastrami that you can add to your fries. You don't have to order pastrami fries. I've been coming here…

I visited the Hat for lunch on Wednesday. The drive thru service was efficient and professional. I ordered the tuna sandwich and from the first bite, I knew this sandwich was amazing. It was…

I visited the Hat for lunch on Wednesday. The drive thru service was efficient and professional. I ordered the Tuna Sandwich and from the first bite, I knew this sandwich was amazing. It was hug…

Went for the pastrami. I wasn't impressed by the pastrami. It tasted like pastrami but I thought the burger portion of the pastrami burger was better than the pastrami. We also got the chili cheese fries with pastrami on top. I felt the pastrami was light and the fries were too much. The chili was good. We had lots of leftover fries.

Love the pastrami fries but the pricing doesn't make any sense at all. Either way service was quick and the food was amazing as always

Steve Choy

California classic for delicious pastrami and roast beef and much more!

+1

I sure hope the food tastes good today. Because I have been waiting in the drive through line with four other cars for about fifteen minutes. Never had to wait this long. Won't do drive thru again!

I sure hope the food tastes good today. Because I have been waiting in the drive through line with four other cars for about fifteen minutes. Never had to wait this long. Won't do drive thru again!

I sure hope the food tastes good today. Because I have been waiting in the drive through line with four other cars for about fifteen minutes. Never had to wait this long. Won't do drive thru agai…

Very costly. Mediocre taste. No to go boxes except gigantic moving size. Mealie breading on onion rings. Bad ranch. Crowds of people want to give them their money. This is not for me.

Dropped in Sunday early afternoon and the place was mobbed, but the line was running fast and smoothly. Opted for a Pastrami dip with chili and cheese.....Super yummy and ready in just a few minutes.…

They always give you so much food here and the prices are still great. \n\nBeen going to the Hat since the early 2000s. It used to be the best pastrami place for me. I've found better tasting ones …

Just like any other hat location,\n\nThis one looks and feel the same as others. There's a drive-thru, parking , and seats for everyone.\n\nYou order at the counter, and pick it up at another. They…

Great find! Pastrami Dip is good. Onion rings are also good. Affordable prices and nice portions. Their chili was a bit bland but still good. Pastrami was tender but lacked the pungent flavor offer…

texx ritter

I expected better after all the hype I've heard about this place. I purchased the Pastrami dip sandwich and for $13.00 was way overpriced and was small for the $ price$ was way overpriced in my opinion. And way over-rated and over publicized. The restaurant was hard to get into location and traffic. Food was OK. Sandwich should have been Huge, but just medium size.

Edgar Jr

They put a hand full of pastrami instead of two like they have been I asked they said it's always been that amount I'm currently looking for a new spot for pastrami fries cause there quality dropped and they stiff charge the same as always this place is inconsistent with their amounts I recommend going somewhere else

Tom Padilla

I wanted to like this place because of what I heard and the recommendations. The Roast Beef sandwich sounded good with cheese and mayo with the au just. The sandwich was almost no flavor but the bun was good. I expect the taste to match the presentation of meat and bread, looked delicious, sorry to say it was not the case. I then looked at the chili cheese fries and thinki g that this is way too much and I cannot wait to dig in, well, just like the sandwich the chili cheese fries had no taste and no seasoning. They were very bland and I added salt to help push it to a taste bud kicker but it did not help. Again the presentation was great and looked so good but it did not live up to the mound of chili and cheese. I wanted this place to be good but I left not wanting to give it a second try.

I came here specifically for the chili cheese fries after seeing all the hype online. The place was busy, but that wasn't the issue.\n\nAfter waiting 10-15 minutes just to order, I was given ticket…

I came here specifically for the chili cheese fries after seeing all the hype online. The place was busy, but that wasn't the issue.\n\nAfter waiting 10-15 minutes just to order, I was given ticket…

Do not get the BBQ beef sandwich. The worst sandwich I have ever had. Does not taste good.

when i come down the hill from the high desert i enjoy a pastrami dip and pastrami chili fries from here. the last 9 mos to a year the service has gone down and the food taste has changed and not f…

when i come down the hill from the high desert i enjoy a pastrami dip and pastrami chili fries from here. the last 9 mos to a year the service has gone down and the food taste has changed and not f…

What was supposed to be a Steak Sandwich was mostly a lettuce sandwich! See pic! It is on the menu as "Hot Food" but my steak was cold and drowned in lettuce!! Very bland also, with virtually NO flavor. No salt or pepper. They wouldn't even grill the onions! Who likes raw onions on a grilled steak sandwich?? They even forgot to put on the mayo! And the price was $12.60 before tax! 😫