Pie 'n Burger

"Pasadena claims to be the birthplace of the cheeseburger, and while the truth of such things is lost to history, there is no denying the enduring prominence of Pie ‘n Burger. A legend since 1963, this diner turned ode to all things burger continues to turn out impeccable California classics, complete with special sauce and lightly melted American cheese." - Rebecca Roland, Eater Staff

"Order a slice of pie with a burger and fries, or snag a whole one for the holidays. Look for strawberry, peach, and blackberry in the summer months and seasonal specials made with minced meat. Classics like apple and pecan are available year-round at this longtime Pasadena restaurant." - Mona Holmes

"Snag a wooden swivel seat along Pie ‘n Burger’s counter for a classic taste of Pasadena. Everyone knows to order the two namesake items: the beefy burgers come with lettuce, pickles, tomato, and scratch-made Thousand Island, while the pies are freshly baked in flavors like apple, chocolate meringue, and butterscotch. This diner has been a local legend since 1963. — Cathy Chaplin, senior editor" - Cathy Chaplin, Mona Holmes

"Open every day, this iconic Pasadena diner is offering their entire menu for takeout only, including their excellent pies. Whether you opt for one of their “classic” pies, meringues, or seasonal fruit pies, Pie ’n Burger always delivers. Figuratively, that is - they’re takeout only. Call (626) 795-1123 to order." - brant cox

"Pie 'n burger makes one of the best burgers in Los Angeles. Walking into the diner is like walking into the past. A long counter stretches the length of the kitchen. You watch the guy at the griddle grilling your burger. You salivate over the pies sitting on shelves. When you finish your burger- which has a wad of crunchy lettuce, pickles, and thousand island dressing- the waitress will come ask, "Ready for pie?" Say yes. Then they'll ring you up at the old cash register (cash only) and you'll roll back into the present feeling full of wonder and pie." - OSSO