Time Out

"Don't be fooled by the relaxed, homey vibe given off by this throwback diner, which first opened in 1963: when it comes to burgers, they mean business."

Nick Solares

"The flavor profiles are equally captivating—the perfectly balanced sweetness and tang of the dressing, the savory cheese, and the hearty flavor of the fresh ground chuck all synthesize to produce a burger that is harmonious in every regard."

Dan Myers

"The double is the best way to go, with two quarter-pound balls of beef smashed down on the well-seasoned flat-top with a big can of tomato juice, then topped with lettuce and homemade Thousand Island dressing, all tucked into a toasted white bun and wrapped in wax paper."

Euno Lee

"Pie 'N Burger’s patty is a marvel — sheathed in an off-the-charts amount of crust and topped with iceberg lettuce, onions (grilled or raw), a bed of tangy pickles and Thousand Island dressing in a pillow-soft bun, the burger is something the Big Mac could only aspire to be in its wildest McDreams."

Patric Kuh

"The burger is a thing of beauty; the bun is toasted on the griddle, the layers of iceberg lettuce and pickle chips accentuate the sear of the patty, and the dab of cool Thousand Island dressing brings the preparation into the realm of perfection."

Chris and Amy Ayers

"Hamburger of the gods."

Kevin Alexander

"One of the best classic California-style griddled burgers in the country is cooked up at this counter spot that's been in Pasadena since 1963."

Alexia Wulff

"Where To Find The Best Burgers In America: Pie 'N' Burger - A Pasadena local favorite since 1963, Pie ‘n Burger keeps it simple with a flat-top-cooked patty, iceberg lettuce, American cheese, tomato, pickles and onion, slathered with 1000 island dressing on a buttered white bun; but, this ain’t your average diner burger."