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Carney's Restaurant

Restaurant Fast food restaurant Hamburger restaurant Diner Traditional us american restaurant

One of the Best Places To Visits in West Hollywood


Address

8351 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90069, United States

Website

carneytrain.com

Contact

+1 323-654-8300

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (1.9K reviews)

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  • 5/5 Lion & Poodles a. 1 year ago on Google
    It was cool eating inside a train with nice views of the sunset strip. The Carney’s Hot Dog and burrito were delicious. We also recommend the train wreck fries. We will definitely come back here next time we’re in LA.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 JamiSue S. 2 years ago on Google
    First time coming here and we ordered the burgers. They were super moist and flavorful. The French fries are great but plain so you can add your own salt and dips. The trainwreck fries were amazing. They have grilled onions, American cheese, thousand island sauce and were devoured quickly. There is a small bathroom inside you can sit outside and eat or they offer inside dining The staff was super helpful and quick with the food. Very busy there on a Saturday night. Check them out. Worth a stop for a great burger.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James H. Coburn I. 2 years ago on Google
    Carney’s is an old favorite of mine for the classic DOUBLE CHILLI CHEESE burger. Also included is a picture of their hungry planet burger which is a veggie burger. There is nothing fancy about this joint. It’s basic. Look at the menu before arriving a fast is a good thing when they are busy. This burger is really firing off flavor when it hits your mouth. Just visiting Los Angeles? Don’t miss this one. As of 11/15/2021 those two boxes 2 burgers and 2 large fries and 2 drinks was about $36.00 One of the pure burger joints in Los Angeles that serves beer.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Genesis 1 year ago on Google
    Honestly pretty iconic little spot. Everything was fresh and the employees are bilingual, so I felt even more at home seeing raza here! We came here with our family after hanging out on the strip. We recommend everyone to try the ‘Train Wreck Fries’ just as good as the animal style fries at in-n-out. I personally got the chili cheese burger and chili fries. My wife got the polish carney hot dog with chili which in her words she said was “big, juicy, and spicy” 😂 My mother enjoyed the Chicagoan hot dog. Besides the food it was pretty cool eating in a train 😎🔥🔥 Definitely coming back!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Guy H. 1 year ago on Google
    Finally got around to trying Carney's. It's such a cool cozy concept for a burger place and I loved every moment of it. The converted train car makes a perfect burger joint. And of course they have good burgers. I had a double cheeseburger but would love to go back again to try the chili burger as it seems to be what they are more known for. Quick service and friendly guys working there. Big fan!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Christian 2 years ago on Google
    5 stars less for the food but for their business longevity, for the iconic location, unique building (a real rail car) and for the nostalgia of it all. With that said, the food is solid, 4 Stars for sure, great burgers, better hot dogs than Pink’s, yes I said it, fresh lemonade and they even have beer on draft. Along with plentiful, free and easy parking and a friendly staff, what more do you want? Add it to your regular rotation if you’re a true Angeleno.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Amber Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food. I wound up getting a regular Carney’s Hot Dog. I got mine with just chili, tomato, and onions (it normally comes with mustard and ketchup as well). I paid a little under $7 from my recollection; which is on the higher side for a regular sized hot dog, but it was really good so I didn’t mind. Fries were amazing and cooked to perfection.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ana A. 1 year ago on Google
    Great customer service. Workers were very sweet and food was great. The restaurant itself was creative being that it was a train! Most importantly the chilli sauce was amazing passing my expectations!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jay’s L. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is really iconic & cool. Came here for lunch on a Wed. afternoon, was almost nobody in the train car. Chili hot dogs do not disappoint, they were very good and delivered on their hype. Great place to take photos, especially for out of town guests.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Coach P. 1 year ago on Google
    Great burger and fries, with a good price! Came all the way from Panama City,FL and I was not disappointed! I will definitely visit again before I leave. Let's go!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Olivier L. 1 year ago on Google
    Classic burger joint, with also hot dogs and a few other delicacies - even a veggie option. Their train wreck fries are a must-try. You can sit inside the wagon or outside under sun umbrellas. Friendly staff, relatively quick service, clean kitchen. Don't miss out on this Sunset Blvd institution!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ivano M. 10 months ago on Google
    Historic burger place in west hollywood. The burger was great but there is room for improvement on the meat side. Service was very fast.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James L. 5 months ago on Google
    We’ve been to the Studio City one We saw this restaurant on HBO on the movie entourage We didn’t wait long we came at night I didn’t take too long to get our food. everything was hot and fresh. We were able to get a seat. We enjoyed our dining experience and if we’re ever in the neighborhood will be coming back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Steven 5 months ago on Google
    It all starts with a fun location … yes you are eating in a train car. The food is made to Order so yes you have to wait a little but it’s fresh. The chili is always enjoyable and the staff is always very nice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arlana W. 2 years ago on Google
    What can I say, very good!! I had heard about this place and then my niece moved out there and tried it, confirming what I had heard! Service was fast and the guys were very nice! As we were leaving, going to our car, we we're talking to a fellow in the parking lot! Turns out, he's the owner! He's in this picture! Enjoy!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Oscar S. 2 years ago on Google
    .its a must stop for a great chill dog or hamburger, soft chicken tacos are great as well ,friendly serves.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Yvonne S. 1 year ago on Google
    A diner style setting inside the train is pretty neat. Big menu if you like chili topped on your hotdogs, hamburgers and fries. We had mostly Carney hotdogs. I had mine with everything and I had to eat some of it with a fork. Servings are pretty generous. Cool place for kids because tables are right by the windows. Pretty tight space when it's really busy, you may want to dine outside. Parking is very limited so keep your eye out for alternate places to park.

  • 5/5 Byron S. 9 months ago on Google
    Very cool burger joint in a train car on sunset strip. Good burgers! Next time I’m trying the chilli dog.

  • 5/5 Rojan H. 7 months ago on Google
    a cute kitsch spot/ a yellow Union Pacific rail car on Sunset Boulevard with reasonable prices. i ate the cheeseburger and it was juicy ❣️

  • 5/5 Kyle C. 10 months ago on Google
    haven't had a Carney's chili cheeseburger in a few years I forgot how good it was. I've eaten all the socal chili burger spots, this is the best. Double chili cheeseburger with cheese and chili only add ketchup. Been eating at Carney's since the late 90s when I was in high school at the studio city location, throughout all these years I don't think their burger has changed at all.

  • 5/5 Frank M. 4 months ago on Google
    Ride the train on Sunset Blvd while enjoying a burger, dog, fries and.beer. plus watch the world go by on Sunset through a train window. Yes...the restaurant is literally a train car on train tracks. You DIG!!! Food is really cheap and tasty.All aboard!!! Next stop is YUMMY.

  • 5/5 J G. 7 months ago on Google
    While visiting San Diego, I discovered this burger joint, it's a refreshing departure from your typical chain locations. All we had were burgers and fries, and they were pretty good! The flavors were on point, and it's evident they put effort into creating a good dining experience. The service was okay; the staff wasn't rude or anything, but they were mostly focused on efficiently taking orders and delivering food. Personally, I've always believed that excellent food paired with great service makes a significant difference in the overall dining experience, however, despite the service being just okay, the good taste of the burgers more than made up for it. I would definitely go again to enjoy a good burger and fries!

  • 5/5 Joann O. 7 months ago on Google
    The food was delicious. First time eating here. My boys enjoyed eating in the train car. Ordered a Double cheeseburger and it was cooked perfectly the meat was juicy and flavorful. Fries were delicious beautiful golden brown color and not burnt. Kids got the Chili Dogs and Carney Fries. All delicious 😋

  • 4/5 Gene B. 2 years ago on Google
    The meat is lean and the extra fat is great for taste; so you can have the best of both worlds. The extras are the usual finger food that you may find in other places, don't expect anything fancy. The people working there are just friendly and helpful; they smile, without looking like a joker, just for the sake of smililng; they ask you how is your day, and do small talk, not for the sake of it, but because they like to know their customers. They remember you, and if you get usually the same order, they even remember it.

  • 5/5 Vanessa V. 10 months ago on Google
    First time here and I’m getting Tommy vibes. I order a classic cheeseburger, fries, hot dog and chocolate chip cookie. It was so yummy and notice the taste difference in the hot dog wiener. 😂 Bon Appetite ❤️

  • 5/5 Jonathan T. 1 year ago on Google
    such a classic vibe! been coming here since i was a kid. the chili always has me coming back for more. the vibe and aesthetic of the restaurant adds to the vibe . the food is burger joint style and the workers there are kind and fun. We ended up getting a chili burger some chili fries and a chili hotdog (the carneys) . everything was great ! very satisfied with the experience.

  • 5/5 Michael H. 1 year ago on Google
    Carney's / chili, mustard, onion, tomatoes - 5 🌟! Chicagoan / mustard, relish, onions - 5 🌟! Crispy fries - 5 🌟! Carney's is a Los Angeles icon and has served the city and many tourists hot dogs and hamburgers for multiple generations. Since it is the 4th of July weekend, that felt like a great time to stop by. I have been many times over the years and it always hits the spot. The hot dogs are grilled on a flat top and for me that is a flavor enhancer. The chili is excellent. The fries are nice and crispy. The train car setting is always fun to see even after my many years living in LA. I used to commute through the area years ago and I always liked using Carney's as a milestone.

  • 5/5 LA Drone V. 4 years ago on Google
    Very good place that I had the opportunity to stop there to take my lunch. As a Uber driver I always pass for a lot of places and this one was on my list of restaurants to go try. And I had tried them plant based hamburger vegetarian “hungry planet burger” that was amazing looks and tasty (see the picture with all ingredients it’s have). They got a really good ambient with a great staffs who are prompt to attend you and give to you a good food suggestions. They have a great out side and interior area as well to take your seat to enjoy them amazing food 😃.

  • 4/5 Daisy M. 2 years ago on Google
    I've been to Kirks a few times now and every visit has been satisfying. Their burgers are fresh and are pretty big for the price. Good fries and everything is always hot and delicious... Those are the qualities of a good burger and this place makes a good burger!

  • 5/5 John M. 2 years ago on Google
    No doubt, World's Best. Goes great with a cold draft beer too. Enjoy!

  • 4/5 Red B. 2 years ago on Google
    Super tasty Chicken Tacos and healthy fresh Green Salad on the side. Shame about the dirty, dated interior decor which badly needs some TLC and a refresh. Same with the entrance and exit. Staff were helpful and food served up quickly.

  • 5/5 Brayden S. 2 years ago on Google
    very friendly staff and customers! totally like your classic late-night burger bistro, and the prices are great! not much more to ask for these days

  • 5/5 Thomas S. 2 years ago on Google
    I hadn't been in years since I stopped working in Hollywood. This time I and three friends had been trying to get into the overcrowded Observatory and had given up. We wanted somewhere simple for my friend's mom with Alzheimer's so ended up here because I figured the train might jar her memory. So glad we stopped here for hand-crafted burgers and awesome crisp skinny fries. The employees made us feel right at home despite our sweaty shorts and t-shirts. I'd also completely forgotten how affordable Carney's is. Two double cheese burgers, large cokes and a large order of fries for the hubby and me set us back $24, about what we'd spend on two similar combos at Jack in the Box. Totally recommended.

  • 4/5 Veronica G. 2 years ago on Google
    Not much to say but its a very good hamburger. I tried the Carney's steak burger. I've been craving it again ever since.

  • 4/5 Gerardo H. 2 years ago on Google
    I love Carney's!!! Hands down best burgers in LA !! The condiment bar is always filled with fresh ingredients and the quality of the meat is always fantastic!! This is the greatest environment for family fun and just an all American steak burger!!


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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