Lucky Boy Drive-In at Walnut

Hamburger restaurant · West Central ·

Lucky Boy Drive-In at Walnut

Hamburger restaurant · West Central ·

Gigantic breakfast burritos, massive burgers, and huge portions

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531 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91101 Get directions

$10–20

@infatuation

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Lucky Boy - Review - Pasadena - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"Lucky Boy is a walk-up burger spot that’s been open since 1961. And if you’ve ever needed a hangover-busting breakfast in Pasadena, this is the place that most people will point you toward. Their breakfast burrito (which is available all day) is little more than eggs, bacon, cheese, and potatoes, but what it lacks in originality, it makes up for in sheer girth. But although it's the size of a newborn, you end up eating mostly potatoes that are mushy rather than crispy. It's fine for filling up an empty stomach, but there are undoubtedly more flavorful breakfast burritos out there. photo credit: Jakob Layman" - Garrett Snyder

https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/reviews/lucky-boy

Jakob Layman

Lucky Boy Drive-In at Walnut

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The 19 Best Breakfast Burritos in Los Angeles - Eater LA

"Ringed with potato and weighing in at several pounds (at least it feels that way), the Lucky Boy burrito is a thing of gigantic beauty. No wonder it’s consistently ranked as among the best in greater Los Angeles — and is known to be one heck of a hangover cure." - Farley Elliott

https://la.eater.com/maps/essential-breakfast-burritos-los-angeles

Wonho Frank Lee

Lucky Boy Drive-In at Walnut

@jonknobel

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This is a 2 person breakfast burriot. Get it with Avo they pack soooo much in that sucker

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Momo The Builder (Jon S.

Google

Overview: A mom and pops kind of restaurant that leaves you stuffed like a bear before hibernation, all for a cheap price. This is now a go-to for breakfast/lunch for us while visiting. Food: - Of all the food locations I've been to in this area, you definitely get the most bang for your buck, and the quality doesn't skimp. - The French toast or pancake breakfast meal offers a pound of bacon, at least 4 eggs worth of eggs, and toast or pancakes, you most likely won't finish and if you do, good job. - Chicken wrap slapped, and was absolutely stuffed. - The 1/3lb Turkey Burger was no joke either, with a whole grain bun and super lean protein you'll get full quick, also was delicious. - The supreme breakfast burrito was... Supreme to say the least. This thing is massive, easily 2 meals for most people, probably 3. Mega macros here. Service/other: a quick food service station with diner-like vibes, friendly staff and there's a nice indoor eating area.

David K

Google

This is an iconic Pasadena location that’s been around longer than I’ve been alive. While the fries are good and the burger is solid, there is nothing special here to set it apart from other local spots. The staff is standard and the vibe is your typical retro stand. $20 for a burger, fries, and a drink. The value doesn't justify the hype. It isn’t a bad meal, but it certainly didn't earn my praise.

- L.

Google

Huge burrito, quick service. Came here after the rose bowl and it wasn’t too busy. Usually there burritos are 12$ I believe but this one was 14, but well worth it for the size and taste

Angel A.

Google

Solid burger and a really decent price point. I love that they offer small chili cheese fries. Instead of the one size fits all that most places do. I got the bacon cheeseburger and it was massive. A little too massive where the flavor of the burger got lost in the lettuce and pile of bacon. Chili cheese fries were perfect and definitely saved the meal.

Cassie B.

Google

The portions are HUGE! I got the pancake combo... The 2 pancakes are the definition of cake! They're so good. It came with eggs and bacon in a very large clam shell container. You could honestly feed the family on the one combo! The pastrami sandwich my husband got was good size too. The staff are always so patient and friendly! The parking lot can fill up fast, but the food pumps out quickly! Give it a try amd leave stuffed!

Tiffany B.

Google

Service and staff great!! Hadn’t been in 20+….. and won’t be back food bland and burnt. Very disappointed edit to response to company reply::: It took almost 15 months to over cook that to go order. Didn’t realize they were burnt until I got to my appointment

Shengjia Z.

Google

Great food at a reasonable price and great service. One of the only places in Pasadena that’s open late. I had their famous breakfast burrito. The portion size was huge! The burrito wasn’t super fancy, just your basic breakfast burrito with meat, potatoes, and egg. But it was done well! This is the second location, it is maintained very clean. Food tastes the same as the original arroyo location. Highly recommend.

Shawn S.

Google

I know this place is really famous for their breakfast burritos, and I guess that is all they are known for because the burger, hot dog and fries are terrible. I do not know if they are trying to be healthy conscious, which makes no sense since they are a fast food place, but the fries and burger patty were not seasoned even a little bit. I rarely eat this type of fast food, and when I do I usually feel good while eating it then feel terrible later. But while eating here I felt terrible before, during and after. Hot dog was also bad. The staff are very friendly though and the place is decently clean.

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Lucky Boy - Review - Pasadena - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

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Jakob Layman

Lucky Boy Drive-In at Walnut

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The 19 Best Breakfast Burritos in Los Angeles - Eater LA

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Wonho Frank Lee

Lucky Boy Drive-In at Walnut

@jonknobel

63 Postcards · 13 Cities

This is a 2 person breakfast burriot. Get it with Avo they pack soooo much in that sucker

BenInTown: Interior

Lucky Boy Drive-In Restaurant

Momo The Builder (Jon S.

Google

David K

Google

- L.

Google

Huge burrito, quick service. Came here after the rose bowl and it wasn’t too busy. Usually there burritos are 12$ I believe but this one was 14, but well worth it for the size and taste

Angel A.

Google

Cassie B.

Google

Tiffany B.

Google

Shengjia Z.

Google

Shawn S.

Google

Lucky Boy Drive-In at Walnut

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