Tallyrand

American restaurant · The Rancho District

Tallyrand

American restaurant · The Rancho District

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1700 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506

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Hearty breakfasts, roast turkey, burgers, and classic diner fare.  

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1700 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506 Get directions

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1700 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506 Get directions

+1 818 846 9904
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"We could write a three-book series about this 64-year-old diner, but all we have is one paragraph, so here we go. You don’t come to this Burbank staple for an impeccable meal. You come to gawk at the people inside. Every customer is a living Hollywood time capsule, and you should know right now you’ll never be as cool as them. These people tried email once in the ’90s and hated it. They’re also all eating one of the many turkey sandwiches on the menu—you should follow their lead (fun fact: Tallyrand roasts 200 pounds of turkey daily)." - nikko duren, brant cox, sylvio martins, garrett snyder

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The 18 Best Restaurants In Burbank

"We could frankly write a three-book series about this 64-year-old diner, but all we have is this one paragraph, so here we go. You don’t come to Tallyrand for an impeccable meal. You come to gawk at the people inside. Each and every customer is basically a living Hollywood time capsule, and you should know right now you’ll never be as cool as them. These people tried email once in the ’90s and hated it. Now they're four cocktails ahead of you and judging your inability to keep up. Welcome to the best show in town." - brant cox

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Tallyrand Restuarant Review - Burbank - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"We could frankly write a three-book mini-series about this 57 year-old diner, but all we have is this one paragraph, so here we go. You don’t come to Tallyrand for the food. You come to gawk at the people inside. Each and every one is basically a living Hollywood time capsule and you should know right now, you’ll never be as cool as them. These people tried email once in the ’90s and hated it, have all slept with Cloris Leachman, and are four cocktails ahead of you and judging you for it. Welcome to the best show in town." - Brant Cox

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Kathryn Adams

Google
My heart breaks…. Tally Rand was a family favorite For many years. I moved away and recently came back to visit my children who still live in Burbank. Although the food was very good, as it always was, the prices are completely outrageous! To pay nearly $30 for two eggs, hashbrowns, and a muffin cup of coffee and an orange juice is on the ridiculous side. And there’s no real reason for it. I as a business person myself, understand the prices go up so the quality is not compromised, but this is beyond. It should be 30% less, and their profits would still be high. I am very sad to say this will be the last time I eat here. And by the way, the bus boy was great and attentive, but I was left alone way too long by my waitress.

Aaron Saldana

Google
Ate here on a whim while in town for work and have absolutely no regrets. The coffee I'd ordered was never more than half empty before being refilled without me having to ask. All of the food tasted fresh and delicious. The environment was lively, though not loud or overwhelming. Will certainly eat here again.

Aria Savadkouei

Google
Immaculate old-school diner vibes, and decent food. Came here for dinner when it wasn’t particularly busy, but the service was a bit slow. Had to wait an unusually long time to be given menus and the staff didn’t seem very attentive. The food did arrived relatively quickly, however. We ordered a couple of dishes that they were known for, namely, the hot turkey sandwich and the fried chicken. Both dishes were good, but nothing exceptional or noteworthy, and to be honest, a bit pricey for what you get. Worth a try, though. Come here for the vibes. The food gets the job done. Don’t expect the extraordinary.

Angie Park

Google
My family had a wonderful dining experience! Enjoying delicious food, excellent service, and a scenic view can truly elevate the overall enjoyment of a meal! Will definitely come back! I hear great things about Tallyrand. It sounds like they’re already mindful of sustainability, but providing straws only upon request could be a great additional step. :)

Lisa Stewart

Google
First of all, Ellie is the best server I have had in such a long time! I just loved her from the get go! Friendly, funny and efficient! 100 out of 10 for her part alone. My first time to the Tally Rand and we enjoyed it so much we came back the next morning to experience breakfast! Both were great! Delicious diner food served up fresh and fast! Great atmosphere and friendly service! You can tell it’s a locals hang as it has a family vibe! Our party of 6 loved it and took advantage of all the different offerings.

I Love Food Coma

Google
The Service: Our server, Kim, is fantastic! Super friendly, attentive and efficient. Excellent customer service! The Food: Fresh ingredients! My steak fries were hot when it was served. Love it when they served the food ASAP. Their pies are freshly baked. The pie crust is still warm. Not overly sweet too. The Parking: Private parking lot (free) This is a landmark in Burbank, opened in 1959!

Zan Lee

Google
Open since 1959 Tallyrand is one of the more famous diners in the valley, especially in the Burbank area. Inside looks exactly as you would expect, a diner from the late 60s or early 70s and the sort of neighborhood hang out spot where all types gather for a great breakfast. Inside has many different seating options, from counter to table to booth. Our server was very polite and the food items came out very quickly. I would say my favorite part of this place is the price because it is very fair and much less than a lot of other places close by. There is a large, free parking lot attached so parking was very easy. The food is pretty good, but not great. There are better diners around Los Angeles but the price here is hard to beat. For my meal I chose my favorite breakfast dish, which is Eggs Benedict, which is only served on Sundays. I felt the dish was fairly good however, the hollandaise was not as creamy as I like and the eggs were a bit over hard. We also started off with a Cinnamon Roll, which was honestly very good and I would recommend ordering. The other dish we ordered was the Pancakes & Eggs and the eggs were very dry and really lacked flavor. We both believe that a great breakfast starts and ends with the quality of eggs. Overall, a fairly priced and historic diner in Burbank worth trying at least once. I would recommend but only if you are already in the area.

Ken Coleman (Citizen_Ken)

Google
Fun, authentic old school Los Angeles diner experience. Best patty melt I have eaten.
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Karen F.

Yelp
Just a local coffee shop/diner that I will go for breakfast. Breakfast is always good. They have the BEST fries (yes, I've ordered them for breakfast instead of the potatoes). Service is excellent.
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SpyGlazz K.

Yelp
I went here for late dinner and had the Turkey Dinner! Service was great, ambience cozy and food was decent. The food is a bit overpriced but then again they are serving a turkey dinner with stuffing and all. Comfort food, family restaurant, front dining counter, old school gem. *Not romantic...you've been warned lol
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Sam S.

Yelp
A solid (and historic) diner! Stopped by for lunch. Booths everywhere, you see the counter right as you walk in...it's very classic. You've got a covered patio option if you want to sit outside. We got the Giant Reuben with a side salad and the Fresh Chicken Clubhouse with fruit and a small slice of carrot cake. Both come with your choice of sides, so make sure you peruse the various options if you order a sandwich - the default is fries. Everything was fresh and tasty. The Reuben was perfectly toasted and the meat was very tender. The Club had thick slices of chicken, crispy lettuce, and the right amount of bacon. We did ask for an extra side of mayo and Dijon for the Club. The side of fruit was mostly cantaloupe which was alright if you like cantaloupe. The carrot cake was tasty, too. Service is pretty quick and they check in on you often. If you're looking for a no frills diner with classic, fresh fare, check this Burbank neighborhood staple out.
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Michael W.

Yelp
Weekend morning comfort food at its best! I have passed this place for years and never bothered to check it out. There are several other diners in various cities that we overlook all the time. After having a conversation about good breakfast restaurants with my sister-in-law, she brought up Tallyrand, and I thought, "No way! Really?!" So one day, my family and I finally paid them a visit. Upon walking in and being seated, don't expect much. They are in desperate need of a renovation, but in all honesty, they likely will never do such a thing. Everything seems to work as is and why change what has been working for them for decades. Just look beyond your surroundings and get to ordering. We ordered a waffle, Benedict, and corned beef hash breakfasts. It was all very good, beyond our expectations! The waffle was crispy and had a malty flavor. The corned beef hash was just the way we like it and we loved the potatoes. Couldn't complain about the Benedict. We have been back 3 times since our first visit a few months ago as it has made it on our Sunday brunch local rotation.
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Michael M.

Yelp
Tallyrand has to be my new favorite restaurant. I can't believe it took me so long to discover it. I've been twice in the last week and had the same excellent service both times. Everyone who works there is super friendly and welcoming. I like eating in the bar area because it's cozy and intimate. And come with an appetite because the portions are generous. My companion had the highly recommended hot turkey sandwich with mashed potatoes and stuffing - a Thanksgiving dinner actually. I tried the chicken-fried steak which was OK, but not special. But then I had the Monte Carlo club sandwich which comes with fries and a salad - a real bargain at $16.50. ? And they craft a mean Bloody Mary. You really can't go wrong here.
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Tamara H.

Yelp
First time in. It's solid diner fare. The menu was classic diner items. We ordered off the lunch menu. I want to go back and try their breakfast menu. Staff were friendly and attentive. The restaurant was clean. It was decorated for the holidays which made it charming and festive. It's a fairly large restaurant with different dining areas. It has its own parking lot and there is street parking as well.

Marilyn A.

Yelp
Arrived 1/16/25. Prior the food was great. But now they use a box dressing, and food didn't have a home cooked taste more institutional. Quality has declined.. Won't make the drive from O.C again
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Cassandra Y.

Yelp
The Service: Our server, Kim, is fantastic! Super friendly, attentive and efficient. Excellent customer service! The Food: Fresh ingredients! My steak fries were hot when it was served. Love it when they served the food ASAP. Their pies are freshly baked. The pie crust is still warm. Not overly sweet too. The Parking: Private parking lot (free) This is a landmark in Burbank, opened in 1959!
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Joshua S.

Yelp
Tallyrand is a diner style restaurant with great food! The restaurant is always clean and the service is always on point! Stop in and give them an opportunity to impress you. Pro Tip: Order the Cinnamon Roll French Toast! "It's to Die For." I Will Return!!! Enjoy! #jsho @jshoeats
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Aaron T.

Yelp
Update: Been about 10 times for breakfast and lunch, but I think mostly dinner. It's a local coffee shop/diner/family restaurant that you don't see much of nowadays. It's the kind of place that is pretty reliable, predictable and no-frills. Come as you are. Stay for their varied menu and affordable prices. Think of it as "Burbank's living room". Breakfast is pretty standard, although pancakes are pretty memorable. Can get very busy during the mornings. They have a long counter (maybe for 10 or so) in addition to 2 dining rooms as well as a sorta subterranean bar/lounge area. We've sat in both dining rooms so far. They did also have patio seating at one point but I didn't notice it on our last visit, maybe due to weather? I mostly order their roast turkey dinner which comes with all the fixings. Note the turkey here is not the pressed kind, but the real deal...freshly roasted and carved. Yes, Thanksgiving in April does exist! Service is usually pretty quick and friendly. A lot of locals visit here. I would say give yourself the time to enjoy a meal, step back a bit in time when "going out to dinner" was a real treat and event. Has its own parking lot, can get full but street parking also available. If ever in this area of Burbank, stop by and take a gander!
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Amanda C.

Yelp
Tallyrand in Burbank is a vintage gem that truly roasts the competition! I just love the cozy booths and warm, nostalgic ambiance. One of the crowning glories of Tallyrand is their pot roast--it's a melt-in-your-mouth marvel that will have you raising a toast to the roast. Tender and flavorful, it's clear this dish has been slow-cooked to perfection, giving it a rich, savory taste that's hard to beat. I always love getting it, especially when it makes its way onto the specials! The specials are especially special for the impressive array of sides offered that make plates look like feasts fit for kings. Overall, Tallyrand isn't just serving up food; it's dishing out hearty, homestyle happiness. Whether you're a fan of classic American diners or just looking to indulge in some roast-tastic cuisine, this Burbank landmark is adorable and sure to become anyone's new old favorite.
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Andrew A.

Yelp
A large party of us come here for dinner and we were sat fairly quickly, which is always nice. The service was great and the staff was very friendly. The food here though, no good. I ordered fish n' chips, and it seemed to be more breading than fish. The "chips" weren't great either. It was all very plain looking and lacked flavor. We were given a basket of bread with dinner. The butter was too cold to spread and the bread was tough. My girlfriend had chicken noodle soup as a side with her dinner. It lacked a lot of flavor and it was comparable to canned soup. The nice thing is there's an extensive menu. Maybe other food choices are better, but everyone seemed disappointed with their meals.
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Zan L.

Yelp
Open since 1959 Tallyrand is one of the more famous diners in the valley, especially in the Burbank area. Inside looks exactly as you would expect, a diner from the late 60s or early 70s and the sort of neighborhood hang out spot where all types gather for a great breakfast. Inside has many different seating options, from counter to table to booth. Our server was very polite and the food items came out very quickly. I would say my favorite part of this place is the price because it is very fair and much less than a lot of other places close by. There is a large, free parking lot attached so parking was very easy. The food is pretty good, but not great. There are better diners around Los Angeles but the price here is hard to beat. For my meal I chose my favorite breakfast dish, which is Eggs Benedict, which is only served on Sundays. I felt the dish was fairly good however, the hollandaise was not as creamy as I like and the eggs were a bit over hard. We also started off with a Cinnamon Roll, which was honestly very good and I would recommend ordering. The other dish we ordered was the Pancakes & Eggs and the eggs were very dry and really lacked flavor. We both believe that a great breakfast starts and ends with the quality of eggs. Overall, a fairly priced and historic diner in Burbank worth trying at least once. I would recommend but only if you are already in the area.
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Laura W.

Yelp
The Popular Turkey Sandwich is always on point in this classic style diner. Excellent to-go as well as great wait staff.
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Allie A.

Yelp
My family has dined here countless times over my lifetime--Karen runs an amazing restaurant, oozing with charm and hospitality. She takes care of her staff, who serve the customers with warmth and care. It truly feels like you're dining at someone's home when you eat here. The bartender makes strong drinks, the food is always solid quality, and the service is always fabulous. My personal favorite dishes are Karen's Special Salad, the Deluxe Burger, the Chicken Strip Dinner (better than Raising Cane's, sorry not sorry), and you can't go wrong with their breakfast dishes!
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Christy A.

Yelp
Food was great had turkey plate it was delicious enjoyed every bite and the waitress was delightful and kind will be returning very soon thumbs up to you all and especially the chef Christy Ann
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Joey R.

Yelp
I went here this morning to have breakfast with my friend Dave. I ordered the Chili Hash and it comes with chunks of ham and bell peppers and grilled onions and potatoes and cheese and they put two eggs over easy on top, but you can get the eggs however you want or not have any eggs. This was extremely delicious, it was my first time eating this and I plan on going here more often. My friend Dave got the French toast with two eggs over easy and the potatoes, he was very happy with his meal too. This place has a large parking area and there is also street parking available. This restaurant also has a full separate bar and lots of seating there. The waiter was very pleasant and kept our coffees full. This restaurant also cooks a complete Turkey every day so if you choose you may order a thanksgiving meal any day, they are always open for breakfast lunch and dinner. I highly recommend eating here.
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Artie Z.

Yelp
Great turkey and a wonderful atmosphere If your a huell fan you will enjoy this place. Staff is very friendly also

Jennifer K.

Yelp
If you want quality down home cooking look no further. The turkey dinner or pot roast dinner are always huge winners. The kickin chicken salad is delicious, any of the sandwiches are scrumptious. Oh and the breakfast burritos are awesome. The staff is delightful and the bar tucked downstairs is a nice option for those who want a bit more ambiance than the diner above.
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Vanessa H.

Yelp
We run an encyclopedia for a classic TV series, you were featured on a 1982 episode, and we included a picture of the outside of your restaurant (then & now) and fun info and links to your current sites, but instead of appreciating this bit of fun, you were terribly rude to us, and deleted our post. Wow! I wonder if in 1982, y'all would have been so unfriendly. And oh BTW, Merry Christmas

heidi d.

Yelp
Nice family restaurant. Love going there. Thanksgiving dinner fabulous home cooked meals.
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Jane L.

Yelp
I love diner type restaurants and I wanted to try Talleyrand for my birthday 10/16 after reading the good reviews. What a disappointment and a waste of money. My husband and I ordered the steak with mashed potatoes and spaghetti. For the steak, we asked for medium and it came out over cooked and UNSEASONED! The "mashed potatoes" were like the mashed potatoes from 4th grade lunch - powder mixed with water. When we asked about why the steak was unseasoned, 2 separate servers said because their customer base is of the older demographic so they don't add salt. #1 We are in our 30's so we don't look old and #2 you should always ask the customer if they want their steak seasoned or unseasoned, knowing that you typically cook it unseasoned. Give us the option and don't assume we want a tasteless steak for $30. The spaghetti was okay. The sauce to pasta ratio is off and I had to ask for a side of sauce. It was nothing special, just regular spaghetti. Seeing the steak dish not eaten as well our questions about its flavor, you'd think it would warrant one of the servers to offer us recooked steak or a refund for the dish itself. But of course they didn't. As a long standing restaurant, I suppose they have a way of doing things that work for them and their loyal customers. I was more disappointed that it was my birthday and the meal was terrible.
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Bridget G.

Yelp
Husband and I realized that we've never been to Tallyrand, which appears to be a 60+ year old Burbank institution, so we went last night and sat at the bar. I absolutely LOVE old restaurants with dark interiors, cozy booths, lots of wood and even more charm. Give me those over rooms of blank white walls and cheap tables and chairs any day! The menu is everything you'd expect from a diner menu, and more. And with a full bar! There were a few beers on draft and a few specialty cocktails. That evening's special, according to the neon board, was pot roast, which you could order in the form of a quesadilla, a dip, a sandwich, or a twister (what is that? Hell if I know!) I went with the steak sandwich, husband went with the hot turkey sandwich (marked on the menu as Huell Howser's favorite), and we split zucchini sticks. There was a photo of the hot turkey sandwich on the menu and I thought it was an old, washed-out photo, but no.... the sandwich is smothered in white gravy, over a bed of mashed potatoes, and needs a fork. It came with a side of cranberry sauce and the turkey was astoundingly juicy and tender. My open "sandwich" was a large, thin steak served over two pieces of cheesy toast. Steak was a lil dry but worked just right with the crispy, soft cheesy bread, and it's what I expected from a diner steak. The zucchini had much more crunchy breading than identifiable zucchini, but was still tasty. There was so much food that we took most of it home and couldn't get dessert, but we really enjoyed it! Our bartender, Chrissy, was friendly and welcoming, and chatted with us, and our server was extremely friendly too. There is a screen by the bar, and we thought it would be a chill place to watch Laker games during the season (unfortunately, we were stuck with Celtics last night). Great Burbank classic, and we hope to be back!

Km S.

Yelp
I recently went here with friends; I was a bit reluctant as I had never heard of the restaurant, I was very impressed with the food & service. I ordered the 2by2by2 - two pancakes, two eggs and two bacon strips. The pancakes were probably the best I have ever had; they were not heavy and dense; they were fluffy and light they did not sit like a rock in my stomach as some pancakes do. I will be back!
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Cupcake C.

Yelp
So my sister and I came on Sunday and they told us to sit anywhere we like and so we did and it wasnt even crowded. The table had 4 checks on it for other tables and they didn't even give us a menu, we waited for like 10 minutes for a menu. The server was nice took our order. My sister got a garden burger which was dry. I got a turkey dip which I did like and probably will go back for since I stopped eating red meat for medical reasons. But all in all it was okay but don't expect fast service here.
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Chuck D.

Yelp
We had a mid-week dinner at Burbank mainstay Tallyrand. I was craving a BLT and that's what I ordered ($13.50). I asked for well-done fries. The lady got a pesto chicken sandwich - Chicken breast, pesto, tomatoes, arugula & jack cheese grilled on sourdough ($14.95) and a Ketel One martini. My BLT was good but it didnt nearly have enough crispy bacon for what I was craving and envisioned. It could have been better. The steak fries were decent but could have been crispier. Again, you dont get a lot of em. That's really too bad. The lady liked her chicken pesto sandwich. The sourdough had a nice golden grilled look to it. It definitely looked better than mine. Her drink was good and it came with a mini- refill. We wanted a slice after dinner and were told the options. We chose apple only to be told shortly after that apple pie sold out. That was a bummer especially cause we thought that's what we were having. We ordered peach pie instead but it was just ok. Service was fine. Needed to ask for water refills but that was ok. No complaints... Plenty of parking in their own private lot.

Iplyruf I.

Yelp
While the food is generally good, the last 3 times we've been here it comes out of the kitchen at room temperature. Their famous turkey dinner is great, but not hot. They asked if we wanted it microwaved. MICROWAVED?? That will turn the turkey to rubber and the dressing to yuck. Their wonderful chicken noodle soup had noodle pieces was so loaded with pepper it left a burn in our mouths as if there was hot sauce added. It too needed to be heated up. The blueberry muffins are the freshest and best. The chocolate milkshake was no less than chocolate milk with whipped cream. They're slipping and getting mundane with no pride in their restaurant. Wake up people or get new staff, especially in the kitchen. One guy on the wait staff got all three of our orders wrong and then gave US attitude about it!! MANAGEMENT NEEDS TO WAKE UP!!!!!

Jacque M.

Yelp
If you're looking for an amazing turkey dinner plate tallyrand is the best. Ask for extra turkey and for alittle over 20 you get soup, amazing bread and the moistest turkey. Stuffing is excellent and the mash potato's are good. Gravy is yummy too! Only wish they serve yams and green beans! Ask for extra cranberry sauce because they give you a tiny one. Good stuff
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Baldemar R.

Yelp
Been coming here for years and just started coming in for breakfast more frequently. Breakfast is good, but the service always leaves something to be desired. I won't single out the waitress but I swear she's the only one there in the am. Besides dishing out breakfast I feel she dishes out attitude and chooses who she wants to treat well. My last experience was this week and I will never return for breakfast again. Now I will Hve to drive all the way to Foxys or Bobs for my morning coffee Stay away at all costs during opening hours and you will save yourself a bad experience.
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Rex C.

Yelp
What can I say. This place really takes me back. My family and friends have dined here since most of us were kids. Such a solid diner. Great feel, with some old school values. We usually eat at the bar since we run fast. Plus, Benji always comes through with great bloody marys. Everything is good from the menu. My company will order turkey dinners every year! Much Love GOD BLESS
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D S.

Yelp
This place used to be good. Literally been going here since the early 70's. Fast forward to 2024 and this place is just a dive. Went in on a Sunday. Three other tables had people sitting at them. Just three other tables- so no, not busy in the least bit. Gave our name... cuz there's a waiting list when 12 tables are empty (sarcasm font). After waiting 15 minutes, finally asked how much longer it would be. The 'hostess' (using that term lightly) finally looked up from her phone and walked us to a table. There was really no reason to make us wait- but I guess she had to finish her FB scrolling or IG posting before she would acknowledge real human beings who are paying her wages. Finally seated and it's another 15 minutes before the waitress, for the area, even looks towards our table. I didn't say she came over. No, that was another 10 minutes before she ever arrived. If you're keeping track, we've been here now for ONE HOUR (and 10 minutes). And this place isn't busy. Imagine if it were! Finally, our waitress takes our order and..... we wait. We waited 45 minutes. We see two tables seated after us get their food. Finally- the waitress comes to tell us- our ticket was never given to the kitchen. At this point- AN HOUR AND 55 MINUTES WAITING... for an omelette- we're done. We're leaving. We will never be back. And we won't be nostalgically sad when this place closes down. It's been a long time coming.
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Chris R.

Yelp
I made a foolish decision of trying to get my Thanksgiving dinner here. Well, the place is incredibly popular on Thanksgiving, so much so that the line for to-go orders was around the building. However, I went back on Christmas Eve for another Turkey dinner. The turkey is the real deal. Mashed potatoes were fine. It was close to closing and I think they must have started to run out of stuffing because the portion size I got was the bottom of the pan and small. I asked for extra gravy not knowing that they give you a huge portion of gravy already. I was charged for the extra gravy. I also asked for extra cranberry sauce. The meal came with some sourdough bread. However, they ran out of that and replaced it was a banana nut muffin which was very good. The soup, a chicken noodle one, was great. Service was fine for 7 pm on Christmas Eve. They were busy. It took about 10 minutes to get my food.
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Andy L.

Yelp
This is probably the last Classic Diner in Burbank from the past that still brings the same energy. Every time I've gone here with friends or family, I had a fairly decent meal that left me full and happy. The service is polite and even funny at times; it definitely has a local vibe. And I quite like a place that's personable with their neighborhood clientele. You can't go wrong with their food here. If you watched "California's Gold" back in the day on TV, then you should get the Turkey Dinner, because it's still just as good! Their portions are very reasonable for the price and their desserts are also satisfying and tasty! Tallyrand is a classic Burbank gem that deserves recognition for its service and dedication serving good food to the culture of Burbank. Go check it out!
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Ronald M.

Yelp
After arriving for breakfast we made the horseshoe parking lot loop around the building. Finding it extremely crowded, we then found parking on the street; barely. Stepping inside just to put in my name for the 20 minute wait, then soon led to a window booth; classic old school diner decor. Debbie was our waitress, and she greeted us with warmth and a smile. Then our waters were brought and we were given time to view our menus. I requested the #5, French toast. Which also comes with hash browns and eggs(scrambled). As well as a hot chocolate. My wife, the Popeye omelet; with hash browns and the carrot cake muffin with raisins. My French toast was near perfect, as were the accompanying sides. Although the hash browns could have used a bit more outer crunch. And my hot chocolate was satisfying, once I got past all the whipped cream to taste it. My wife enjoyed her omelet which arrived hot though with slightly more cheese than she would have liked. While the potatoes were thoroughly cooked, which she's had issues with them not being at other diners. And the carrot cake muffin? Superbly delicious! About as moist and flavorful as any we've ever tasted; and I only sampled a bit of it. Debbie's tip was well deserved, and we'd definitely return.
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KD D.

Yelp
Great turkey dinner! Loved the fried chicken and golfers club sandwich. Salmon and pork chops were dry. Servers amazing. Good parking lot.
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Ronald S.

Yelp
Love "Tallyrand ", their "Cobb Salad" is a Favorite of mine (enough for two people), and for the first time I tried their 16oz Chilli. Chilli was great, the only thing that would make it better for me is red onions (Chilli came with regular onions and I'm a firm believer in red onions because they are more flavorful).
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Arianna A.

Yelp
I was feeling under the weather and just wanted some comfort food. The turkey and gravy mashed potato combo honestly just made everything feel right
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Daniel W.

Yelp
Old-fashioned in the best way. Honest comfort food at honest prices. The turkey dinner is tender, has delicious dressing and gravy, potatoes and even cranberry sauce. Comes with house-made really good sourdough or choice of muffins. Warm, friendly, delicious.
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Cynthia C.

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Sooo...this review may be a bit biased, but it's a solid 4 stars based on service, quality and quantity of food. Buuut...full disclosure, Tallyrand, or "the Tallly", is a nostalgic place for me. This review may be through rose colored glasses. We ate "down below" in the bar, which is where my daddy, some 40 years ago, informed me of the importance of the 3 martini lunch being enjoyed in an establishment that offered a clear view of the front door and an easy escape through a back door should the boss come through the front door. My dad was a true salesman who would've enjoyed reliving his glory days of sales through the likeness of one Don Draper. Not the best of morals or manners those days, but they were indeed THOSE days. Aaaanywho...since we were in Burbank, we went through a stroll down my memory lane and came in for drinks and dinner. It was busy, and we scored the last available table in the bar. Holiday decorations filled the restaurant and around us were families, couples, friends catching up over drinks, and a few guys watching football while seated at the bar. The first thing we got was very fast attention and drink orders, while menus were set down for us. I went for the classic Old Fashioned and hubs went for his usual Captain and Coke. The Old Fashioned was PERFECT! Strong and flavorful. So strong, in fact, I had 1/2 with dinner and had hubs finish the rest so I could drive us home. lol Dinner: I went with the classic Tallyrand roast Turkey dinner. As stated on the menu: Huell Howser's Favorite! Awww...make that TWO bits of nostalgia enjoyed at "the Tally" this night. For $17.95 it was a full plate. Came with home made soup(chicken noodle) or a side salad. Layers of lovely roasted dailly, carved, mixed meat turkey (moist and delicious) served atop herb dressing (on the dry side, but I think the moist turkey was meant to soften if it sat there any kinda time, but I was having none of that), with a side of scratch made mashed potatoes and turkey gravy. Also a side of cranberries (canned perhaps, but yummy) to round out my plate. Everything tasted very good though, admittedly, the chicken noodle could've used more flavor. Hubby went with spaghetti with meatball & meat sauce for $17.50 and, between slurps, pronounced it 'Yummy!' Both meals came with option or aforementioned soup or salad and also fresh sourdough bread or fresh baked(daily) muffin. I went with a muffin, to be taken home and enjoyed for breakfast the next morning, and hubby went with sourdough, which was enough for us to share and OH SO GOOD! All in all, if was a very enjoyable visit to "the Tally" and we were left with a cheerful 'we hope to see you again' from the staff, a few times. Yes, we shall return as long as the memory of my daddy's 3 martini lunches is etched in my heart. Cheers! CC
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Christina F.

Yelp
Cute diner. The staff were all very nice and service was great. My friend loves the year round Thanksgiving turkey plate. I had the country fried steak. It was ok, though was sad it came with brown gravy instead of white gravy. Mashed potatoes were solid. My favorite were the muffins! Delicious chocolate chip one. The cranberry one needed more sugar because the berries were especially tart. But used my friend's leftover cranberry sauce with it, and it was perfect. Excellent cranberry sauce too. The chicken noodle soup tasted a bit sour? Strange. Appreciated the carrot sticks with my dinner for fiber and color. If I'm ever in the area again, I'd want more of their baked goods. Definitely their strong point.
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Tiffani G.

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My first time in this long standing neighborhood restaurant I would absolutely give 4 1/2 stars for the food but unfortunately the waitress we had today was god awful! She never introduced herself but our receipt says her name was Alexis P. She took our order she brought us 3 coffees with not one spoon insight ( I ended up using a knife ) When she brought the garden salad she sort of plopped in front of my mother . She never came back to see if our coffee needed to be refilled the bus boy refilled our coffee and brought us utensils and napkins and he was actually more helpful than she was . Now two other families came after us but they seem to actually get their food before we did. Alexis finally arrived with our food and never came back to see if we needed anything else and if we did need something we had to wave her down. Just not a pleasant experience and honestly if we come back and she happens to be our waitress we will asked to be moved to another booth. I mean for $100 for 4 people and a not so busy evening her service should have been better My apple pie had mold in it to my surprise . Disappointed
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Vincent C.

Yelp
Great food, excellent service and a locally owned family business for example the hot Turkey sandwich a Tally Rand specialty delicious.
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Sebastian R.

Yelp
One of the best meals I've had in a while. Tallyrand's Hot Turkey Sandwich is unbelievable. I definitely recommend getting this if you're in the area. I Came on a Sunday morning and only waited about 10 minutes , Service was amazing as well as their food.
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Char F.

Yelp
Super cute diner vibe. The food was good. I had the Turkey dinner (all white meat option). Banana nut muffin was yum also. Our server was fantastic! Laura K. Super attentive, super friendly and super patient. We will definitely be back.
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Kim M.

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May 2023 - Lunch around 11am. The place was packed! Food/Pricing - Got a coffee and an omelet. Great! Service/Ambiance - Service was friendly and prompt. Parking - They have their own parking lot and it was pretty full but I managed to find a spot.
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Ralph V.

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I found out about this old time favorite and decide to go twice to experience the GREATNESS! I went for breakfast December 17th, 2023 at 8am. Jesus and Franky are great! The pancakes, eggs are great! The bacon is premium! I went back the same day for dinner after 5 pm. The turkey dinner is delicious! The trio salad (not on the menu so ask for it) is outstandingly delicious! Alex and Yessir are great servers and employees! Nicole is very rude! So rude and dismissive that I contemplated on giving one star! This establishment is greater without her terrible customer service, attitude and shortness!
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Khaled N.

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I used to love this place But unfortunately the owners daughter's now at management is ruining any potential for a lot of regulars to go there! Bad Bad Bad spoiled entitled attitude! She lies about the food being ready She never apologize for her entitled attitude SO SAD I reccomend you never go for your peace of mind.. If you go make sure to let the manager know...
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Alun T.

Yelp
Hot Turkey sandwich, cranberry sauce, stuffing, mash potatoes, and gravy! Comfort food doesn't come much better than this!

Wendi C.

Yelp
Service is good would definitely come back enjoying a nice Bloody Mary it was a nice little diner will definitely be back