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Original Tommy's World Famous Hamburgers

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2575 W. Beverly Blvd., L.A.
213-389-9060

Hours: Daily, 24 hours.

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Every so often a society must step back to evaluate truly significant moments in history — even (and maybe especially) if those moments are smothered in chili. Tommy Koulax opened his Original Tommy's World Famous Hamburgers stand on the corner of Beverly and Rampart boulevards on May 15, 1946. Sixty years ago, the Original Tommy's offered hot dogs, tamales and, of course, burgers topped with cheese, tomatoes, onions, pickles and mustard — and smothered with chili. Extra napkins and chili were available at no additional charge.

Tommy's has gone on to become a Southern California institution, expanding to 29 locations.

Reader Reviews

August 24, 2006

Andy O Cincinatti, OH

Best hambuger ever! Does anyone know if they ship their Chili?

July 2, 2006

JJ Reno, NV

The year was 1983. To complete a night of college partying, a trip to the original Tommy's was in order, as a cure for the munchies. To this day I remember the corner of Rampart and Beverly. I was told not to watch how the burger was made but I did so anyway. What I ordered was a double chili cheese and a coke, taken out of one large refer. I will never forget it!!

May 19, 2006

Philip El Segundo, CA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3lb8W2uva8 Original Tommy's World Famous Hamburgers 04:51 The restaurant chain celebrates 60 years in business in Los Angeles. Here are some hi-lites of the day. Added: May 18, 2006, 01:34 AM from Philflash Views: 14 Recorded: 2006-05-15 Share this video with friends! Copy and paste the link above to an email or website.

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Venue Details

Cuisine	American , Burgers/Hot Dogs
Ambience	Decidedly downscale and totally LA; the atmosphere is at least half of the experience.
Best table	Stand-only counters around the building -- you can't eat a burger like this sitting down, or while driving (unless you want a mess of chili in your lap).
Of Note	Abundant free parking in three lots.
Payment	Cash Only

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