Big Tomy's

First time in a while back. New menu is now more expensive and still cash only. I just got a combo chili cheese burger, and fries. The fries were the best part sadly. The bun was flat and tasted like it was sitting under cardboard and the burger patty didn't help that much. Worst was the chili. It was like a paste on the bottom of the burger. You expect chili to be falling out right? It didn't. Looked like Taco Bell bean mash...

I'm not going to lie, I order a breakfast burrito, it was good size and delicious, the salsa was great too. The only thing I didn't like was the fact that they didn't let me know it was only cash. Other than that, no complaints.

I'm a new customer. I went in for my lunch break and got chilli cheese fries. Try it out why not. The fries were good, the cheese was okay... But the chili was a bit off. Felt like I was consuming chili that was made or left out for few days the type chili no one wanted or they didn't use the days before.. wouldn't recommend the chili. Let's hope I don't get diarrhea 🫡..

I was passing by, stopped to have a bite, it was my first time in this place. At the entrance I saw a sign saying payment only in cash. I only had $5 in cash, so I asked to make a burger for $5. They made me a big burger, and also gave me a small portion of French fries, I was shocked by such kindness! I tried the burger and for the second time I did not regret going to this place! A very tasty cutlet, which they most likely make themselves, no special sauces, only mustard and ketchup, and very tasty fresh vegetables! And the potatoes are also excellent, crispy. The only negative for me was the dirty tables, crumbs, sauce. Maybe it was because it was the end of the working day, but it was a little unpleasant. But the quality of the food is great, I recommend it!

Every city has that classic hole in the wall restaurant that flys under the radar. The food was delicious and very affordable with a great family environment. Paid 45$ for 4combos with drinks

I must’ve passed Big Tomy’s thousands of times over the years. They recently renovated the front with a new sign and the place appeared much cleaner as well. I wanted to try a new place for lunch and gave a Big Tomy’s a try. I ordered the same two things I would order if I were going to Tommy’s the Shack. A chili cheeseburger and a chili dog. I was really disappointed. The hotdog was mushy. The chili had no flavor, lacking spice and seasoning. The burger lacked flavor. I’m not saying the food was awful but bland and it gives me no reason to go back. The place is clean. Staff is very nice. There’s indoor and outdoor seating. That’s it, that’s all I can say.

Ive been coming here since I was kid in the 90s. It's a gem in Culver City and has always had consistent service and food.

Pastrami breakfast burritos with extra crispy hashbrowns! I've been coming here for years and it is by far the best breakfast burrito in town. CASH ONLY! The inside is nothing to see, which usually means the food is good. There are also no restrooms but I always take my food to go so no bother here. Try it, you won't be disappointed.

Great food and great service! Happy there's a restaurant like this in Culver City! Their cheeseburgers and fries are tasty.

Someone should update the prices on their menu. I ended up paying more than I expected but the food was ok. The breakfast burrito is huge but a bit dry, I had pastrami in it and that made it very tasty but I had to add sauce or mayo because otherwise it was too dry. The chili cheese fries were pretty good. Very tasty chili. My friend had their pastrami burger and that was good too. Nothing much to it.

Prices are wayyy too high now and the food is mid!!! Not worth it. Place used to be good / cost efficient, not anymore

This is an old school burger stand with the old letter/number menu. All the specials are listed on the windows and near the counter. Clean and easy to order. The few times I've been here, I've placed my order and received it quick. The staff isn't full of a lot of conversation because they're busy but they're in a good mood. I've only ordered the double chili cheeseburger and fries. No complaints.

My family and I always come to Big Tomy's for breakfast, and it never disappoints! Their hotcakes and french toast are so yummy--fluffy, delicious, and just what you want from a classic diner breakfast. If you love diner vibes, this is a great spot with that cozy, nostalgic feel. We also love supporting local businesses, and Big Tommy's has been around for decades, which makes it even more special. It's one of those places that truly feels like part of the community. If you haven't been, definitely check it out and support a longtime Culver-local favorite!

Air conditioning, fast service! I got the onion rings came nice and crunchy. Really big portion was like $6 plus tax not bad for the quantity of the food!

Cashier is very nice, but maybe I ordered the wrong thing. I got eggs and potatoes with bread for breakfast and everything was bland, the salsa was flavorless and water down.

Pretty good to me. I get the chili cheeseburger combo. Fries always fresh burger always tasty

When you need to clog your arteries and gain 100 lbs., I recommend Big Tomy's. You don't need to get dressed up for this joint. Shoes, shirt and you get serviced. I ordered the green flyer hanging on the wall that says "Big Tomy's Special: Pastrami Burger, Fries and Soda. Aidan ordered the chili cheese fries and a plain chili cheese burger. I got coke with no ice. Bring cash. Because they only take cash. You know this place is authentic when you sit down and the grease is permeated on the table, bench and walls. Bonus, when you pick up your order at the counter, grab any bottles of condiments. It's free. Oh man, I wolfed down the Pastrami Burger, but couldn't finish the super load of fries. This place is five stars, my friend.

Ambiance: old fashioned burger place, limited seats inside and you clean your own table before your meal and afterwards Service: there could a waiting line during rush hours, you order and pick up food from the counter Price & Drink: plenty choices from the menu Breakfast Burritos - ** very dried scrambled eggs and potatoes inside, and meat wasn't fresh Pastrami Burger - **** thin patty with pastrami slices, bold flavors, recommend Fries - *** average taste Fanta - ** watery fountain drink Price: huge portions and cheap prices, less than $15 per person and it's cash only

It's like stepping back into the 70's or 80's walking into this place with the colorful laminate booths and colorful special menu postings on the walls. It's also worth mentioning how spotless it is and how friendly the staff are. As for the food, I had the breakfast burrito, which was the size of a newborn, and had the right ratio of potato egg and bacon for each bite.

Order two breakfast burritos menu said $9 I asked for bacon and light cheese.... Rang me up and charge me $26.... Asked why so much he says the meat and cheese are extra does not say that nowhere on his menu.

Don't go here! The cook does not use disposable gloves when making your food. He handles the raw ground beef with his hands then picks up the tomatoes and lettuce, etc., to make your burger. I wish I was a health inspector! SMDH! I wouldn't even give the place a 1!

Hole in the wall kinda business! Bring cash! & If you don't mind waiting a long time for your food then this place is just right for you "been waiting a little over 25 minutes for a cheeseburger and fries " with two customers ahead of me , as far as customer service I'm not going to say it's bad but it's definitely not the worst ....the restaurant definitely looks run down and cleanliness definitely needs improvement . Price point ? It's pretty ok 14.99 for a burger and fries ? As far as food quality I'll let you know once I'm done with my meal Ok I'm half way with my meal and done complaining The fries get a solid 10 rating alone they are nice and fresh ! The burger it's huge !! So Yummy the meat is juicy and ingredients seem fresh !!! Overall the food is yummy ! But due to the wait and zero communication from staff and restaurant cleanliness the rating I give for This place is a Update this place is BOMB.com

I grew up coming here since high school. I'm 46 now so the main guy Juan has gotta have been working here for at least some 30 years. I have moved away up to the Bay Area now but always make it a point to have a chili double-cheeseburger or pastrami chili fries if I'm ever in town.

Old school, traditional. Super good double chili cheese and they have a full cafeteria style menu as well.

All right, let's start with the basics, the food is good. The prices are great the people that work there are always really nice, to put it as simple and easy as I can. It's just a good burger joint. Everything that they make is really good and I would say it's definitely worth going and grabbing something to eat if you're in the area.

This place is expensive afff, ordered a jr cheeseburger and chili cheese fries. Came out to $23.87...how tf does that happen? I just walked out. It's ridiculous.

Have been coming here since a kid, love their chili cheese burgers zucchini fries with ranch are delicious too! Must try, definitely recommend this little joint.

I love the food but I've gone 3 times before closing and they've been closed every time. Don't know why they close early but I'm done trying. Sucks because I really liked the food.

Ah man, so damn good! My roommate just moved here from NY and asked me if I had ever been to this place, no I said, so that had to be changed. Man alive, this is a delightful burger! First of all, flavor explosion. Mayo, onion, pickles, toms of avocado, lettuce, this ain't no dainty burger, you got to get nice and messy and use your fair share of napkins to wipe all the goodness off of your chin and cheeks. Second, that chili is sinful as heck! Homemade daily and as good as it gets. Fries... well you can see. There is a whole mound of em here and they are seasoned just right. All of it is made to order, from the burger to the freshly fried fries. Yummm. Cash only but worth it.

Great customer service and food! I have been to a good amount of burger places in LA and surrounding area. I definitely can say this is one of my favorites. Food was fresh and delicious.

Always loved all the big tomy's and Thomas's, that was the hole in the wall go to growing up as a kid and loved it every time. Anything on the breakfast or lunch menu is a banger, so you can't miss with whatever you order.

Okay, don't look at the place--just go enjoy it--and bring cash. I'm thinking that people in Bakersfield had told me about this place as being somewhat famous. There appears to be another location on Pico Blvd., though. There is a similar restaurant out in Upland (Tom 1?) and a couple out in Bakersfield. It seems the Chili Burger is something to be admired. Doesn't Wienerscnitzel also have one? I was down the block for something else and returned to eat here. I ordered a cheeseburger combo. They have Coca-Cola products and didn't have much selection of drinks, although they additionally had bottled and/or canned drinks. Prices are really good for the food, and service is friendly and respectful. I don't think I've heard "sir" more in the last 30 years than in the time I was here. I couldn't eat much but wow, oh, wow. I wish I could return once a week. Forget the fancy stack-em-high burger places. The taste is what matters and this place has the taste. There is only one problem--parking. If you can walk, park at the mall and walk here. Parking behind the store might work, but holy shhhhhh, it's crowded and busier than a bee hive and it's not easy to see.

Spent my day running around with my grandson. Once done, my grandson wanted Big Tomys. We go in and the negative energy nearly drained me...The portly man taking orders was sooo stand offish and anti social. No good morning, afternoon nothing. Giving off " I'm mad at the world...So I go to order our food and give him my debit card.. " we don't take cards, cash only"..so ok, I tell him I'll go to the bank across the street..he asked is he still making the food, I say yes. When it was time to pay, I hand him the money in his hands. He in turn placed my change on the counter. As a customer I would like my change handed to me as I gave it...It's just out of respect for customers who patronize your business...My grandson is young and I'm teaching to pay attention to how people treat you when money is being exchanged. Do not patronize business that indirectly disrespect you....I did tell I'm I will not be coming back...he's gonna need to find another burger spot. I gave it a one star...because of the negative vibe, the lack of reciprocity of returning my change to me as he received it, but after all that, I get home and my fries were missing. It's rush hour traffic and I'd spend more money in gas going to get the fries than I actually paid for the fries...I did not feel welcomed..

Close to the bar, which is my home base in the local dart league I throw out of - I end up here for dinner when I have a craving for some greasy, unhealthy diner food. Aka gut bombs. Prices are surprisingly low and the portion sizes are large. It's counter service - order, sit and wait for your order to be called. Lots of parking behind the strip mall and it's cash only. Know that the quality of the food won't be something you'll be remembering for the rest of your life but know that if you want something cheap and fast - and you're in the area, Big Tomy's definitely isn't a bad option.

ordered a Breakfast Burrito, was literally falling apart also cash only spot.. definitely have room to improve!

This place is just super legit dive-y food. The patty melt is EPIC. The prices are insane as well. And when they say small fry, they mean they pick up a small paper bag and FILL it with fries. We usually use the leftover fries for at home taco fries throughout the week and they reheat pretty well. We can't wait to try more! There's a parking lot that makes pickup convenient, but it is cash only. The two guys that are always behind the counter when we visit are great. We usually don't call in, we just show up, and it takes about ten minutes to get our food, which is crazy pants fast for how small the staff is. 10/10 for the price!

Cheeseburger combo slaps and I'm full for under $10. They don't skimp on the pickles and use chopped red onion and the tomatoes and lettuce were pretty fresh. Tons of fries too.

Omggggg sooooo goooood! CASH ONLY. I went for the chili cheeseburger combo. The chili is delicious, I actually wish there was more of it on my burger as it seemed to just be thrown on one side. The fries are my definition of perfect. Perfectly crispy, golden, well seasoned fries. The place is super inexpensive. They have banana peppers if you want them. Highly recommend!

Really good burgers, fried chicken and French fries. The give you a lot of fries! The guy who's been there for years is fast and knows what he's doing. Great place when you want a variety of choices!

I have been coming here since I was young and it has always been consistently good. I just stick to the basics. But this place does have the best onion rings!

So I just went to Big Tomy's this morning for a breakfast - as I do often. The gentleman who is usually there either cooking or working the cash register took my order as he was putting money in the register. I told him what I wanted. He wrote it down. He told me okay, stuck the money back somewhere that I couldn't see, and saiid 'It'll be a few minutes'. He walked to the food prep area and begin putting bacon on the grill to cook. Never went to wash his hands. Another guy came to the register and rung up my order , who I'm not familiar with. I told him the gentleman needs to wash his hands. He told me no, He was just touching pen and paper to write your order. I said no. He also touched the money and he has not washed his hands. And I suggested that he tell him to wash his hands. The gentleman at the register told me well You can cancel your order. I told him I did not appreciate his attitude. And asked did he not agree that you should wash your hands after handling money and other things before cooking. He said yes. But still had quite the attitude. The older gentleman finish putting bacon on the grill then disappeared into the back. The guy at the register was just looking at me, and said you don't have to place your order if you don't want to. He was right, and I was disgusted. I said, Never mind I can eat somewhere else. And I left. Shame on you big Tomy's workers. It only takes a minute to wash your hands. I'm disgusted. I've eaten here for years, before handling food. But I'm done now. It's just a fast food joint. The food is decent. But I can't anymore.

Gotta try it, if you haven't already. Good prices without compromising flavor or quantity.

I love the other Big Tomy's as much as one can love a greasy burger joint. http://www.yelp.com/biz/big-tomys-los-angeles, but this location is just disgusting. First off, B rating. Dirtier than 99% of the hole in the wall random burger spots in LA. But that never stops me from trying a new place. I've been on a chili cheese kick these last few weeks and I decided to come here to get my fix since it's a mile from my house and closer than the other one. I ordered a large chili cheese fries thinking it would be just like the ones at the other Tomy's. But no, not even close. Other Tomy's: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/04C-GtR046FWDe96IQ1AuQ?select=xWoh3w1HPTawqliCUMmmRA This Tomy's: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/IxqfRUOL3A5rUaAyPZc23g?select=UkXat3pMtSDywzdjINCQmg The good Tomy's chili was a nice brown, chunks of meat, nice yellow cheese, crisp/soggy fries, everything cheap chili cheese fries should be. But this Tomy's was just sick. The chili was smoother than a baby's butt and an eerie shade of gray. The cheese was white and had no flavor. Even the virginal fries, untouched by this pureed chili, were soggy to start. I managed to eat half of it before I felt sick. It just wasn't good. Thank god I didn't order a burger!

It would be tough to beat this old-school chili cheeseburger. I get the single; it's pretty darn close to perfect. Very friendly staff and cook love it if you can speak a little Spanish with them even if you're a gringo. Cash only.

It always amuses me when I see burger places with the Tomy's name on them accompanied by some thing that distinguishes it from an Original Tomy's in a smaller font. Reminds me of McDowells and their golden arcs! This little, Big Tomys is completely in theme with the other establishments in this strip mall. A good prelude to hitting the Tattle Tale and Scarlet Lady Saloon, I chose to line my stomach with their chili burger. At $3.09 this burger really just fell into the 'generic' category. Nothing special, but cheap if you're looking for a greasy bite to fill you up.

This spot is amazing have been going here for 4 almost 5 years now and the food is really good so is there chili cheese fries and prices are low and affordable. Food portion size is really good for what the food cost.

This is a small burger joint in a strip mall. They have a pretty big menu and they serve a variety of burgers, sandwiches, and some breakfast items. Is it a good burger? It's not a quality burger like The Habit. Is it good pastrami? Not the same as Johnnie Pastrami. The prices are very reasonable. $5.99 for a chili cheese burger combo. If you order a burger combo, be prepared to receive an unholy amount of fries. Seriously it's enough for three people. They do have daily specials. Sundays is the fried chicken combo. Four pieces of chicken and fries and drink for $6.99. The chicken is nice and crispy and again you receive a lot of fries. So come by and eat a burger combo in the dining area watching busy Sepulveda traffic go by and listening to the sounds of the lone arcade machine. One last note, this place is CASH ONLY.

I live close to this place so I checked it out. Best deal in town. I had the Spanish omelette with avocado- 11$. It was very good. They give huge portions. The menu is well priced and the food doesn't taste cheap. They only take cash.

Good food Great prices! A ton of fries! If you like Tommy's you don't have to go searching. Also a much bigger menu.

My favorite is the chili cheese burger w/ fries combo. Their seasoned fries are so good and they give you a huge pile. I tried the chili cheese fries w/ pastrami a few weeks ago, and I'm still feeling fat. It took me 2 days to finish that giant order but it was worth it. They have great drunk food but too bad they don't open very late. The guys that work there are very friendly and they work fast.

This place never disappoints. If you're a chili lover you'll love their amazing chili cheese fries! So yummy and delicious your mouth will water seeing the melting cheese. This restaurant is the prime example of "hole in the wall", Staff are also very friendly. if you're in Culver City Area I recommend (Be mindful it's cash only)

Pssh the best turkey burger on the westside used to be grilled and served up here. Any idea if Big Tomy's will be opening back up?

Very friendly staff and reasonable prices. Impressive menu selection that offers a classic dining experience. I highly recommend it!

Solid hole in the wall burger joint. Locals love this place as it has been around for years. Fries are good, burgers are good. Have been here twice and I remember it being a great value. Will be back

Came here today and was so excited for some fresh cooked food. Ordered the 2 hot cake, 3 egg, 2 bacon and 2 sausage meal to go. Ate one of the hot cakes and then opened the other container, dug into my eggs and they were a grey green color. Had to throw the whole thing in the trash I was so disgusted.

I usually order burgers and fries only and wont comment on other items. The burgers are great, good portions and price. Try it yum!

The perfect place if you're unemployed or just plain drunk. Besides the obvious alcoholic hot spots (Pink's, Of The Taco, the local bacon wrapped hot dogs stands), this fast food sit-down serves up a wide variety of grease-gorging treats. Try the classic grilled cheese (my personal fav) for under $2. Or how about "the beast" (that's my secret name for this devilish delight) - fries topped with chili, cheese, sour cream, tomatoes and pastrami. It's not on the menu, so this is going to take a special order. Or try the zucchini fries (a healthier alternative for those on weight watchers.) Whatever you choose, it will hit the drunk spot. Just don't order plain chili - it looks like blown chunks (or maybe you just spewed up your dinner.)