The Great Grill - Back to the 50's — Restaurant in Burbank

Eating out at The Great Grill is not merely a meal, but an immersive time-travel experience that whisks you back to the effervescent energy of the 1980s. It is here that you can savor a heady blend of nostalgic ambiance, groovy tunes, and decadent culinary offerings. It's much more than a restaurant—it's a time capsule that somehow manages to serve up comfort food in a way that not only delights the palate, but the heart too.

The centerpiece of their menu, the club sandwich, is truly a thing of beauty. It is a masterclass in the art of sandwich-making—juicy layers of fresh turkey and crispy bacon, ripe tomatoes, crisp lettuce, all tucked within perfectly toasted bread. The sandwich is lathered with just the right amount of mayo, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors that echo the heartiness and warmth of the bygone era. It's not just a sandwich, it's a memory of decades past, brought back to life with every bite.

If you have a penchant for breakfast foods, The Great Grill's French toast is worth a dedicated trip on its own. The thick, pillowy slices of bread are dipped in a fragrant egg mixture, expertly griddled to a golden brown, and dusted with a tantalizing kiss of powdered sugar. The taste is pure vintage decadence, the textures are divine, and the loving attention to detail in every bite is an homage to the home-style cooking of yesteryears.

But the allure of The Great Grill extends beyond the delicious offerings on the plate. A vintage jukebox stands tall in the corner, offering guests the opportunity to soundtrack their dining experience with a selection from the top 100 hits of the 80s. For a mere quarter, you can select three songs, providing a melodic backdrop to your meal. From the soft rock ballads to pulsating disco beats, this gastronomic haven is suffused with the auditory delight of a time when music was as much about emotion as melody.

What truly elevates The Great Grill, though, is the commitment to creating an authentic atmosphere. From the memorabilia that adorns the walls to the friendly staff who treat you like family, everything about this place evokes the inviting warmth and spirit of the 80s. The air is filled with laughter, storytelling, and the soft hum of conversation that comes from people enjoying a truly special dining experience.

The Great Grill offers a dining experience that's both a testament to the power of good food and a poignant homage to the past. It stands tall as a sanctuary of simpler times, comfort food, and the infectious tunes of the 80s. To step into The Great Grill is to step back in time, to a place where every dish is a memory, and every note of music is a piece of history. Whether you're an ardent fan of the 80s or simply a lover of great food, The Great Grill is sure to leave a mark on your heart—and...

I always walk by this place and I decided to try it this time. It’s a cute little 50s nostalgic diner. The inside has great 50s memorabilia and decor throughout.

I was greeted right away and sat down. The menu was very inviting. There’s a lot of great items on the menu.

I decided to get the hamburger steak with mushrooms, gravy, mashed potatoes, veggies, and a side salad with ranch.

It didn’t take long for my food to come out. The hamburger steak which I wasn’t expecting. Had a piece of cheese on top of it. That she is kind a look like plastic. It didn’t even look real. The burger was a nice size, however, not much flavor. The only thing that truly had the flavor was the gravy. The vegetables weren’t frozen yet steamed, but no salt or any seasoning. The mashed potatoes tasted like they were boiled potatoes, mashed with water. The gravy, however, did make it taste more edible. As I was eating, there was a hair that I found underneath the burger that was sticking out. It took about five minutes before I can reach the server. He apologized, and I told him just to remake me a new plate. No need to complain. This is a Diner so I can expect too much.

The service was good the food so so, but again it is a Diner food. I gave it a three star mainly because I found the hair in my food. Normally I would give it a one star finding here in my food but the service was good like I said, and so was the atmosphere. I’m not sure if I’ll try this place again, however, everybody deserves a chance. It might be a long time before I give...

In a part of LA that is filled with great diners, The Great Grill should be considered one of them in my opinion. They specialize in a 1950s retro theme from the music playing to the booths and tables that you are sitting in to all the signage on the wall. I’m already a huge fan of Bob’s, Paty’s, and a few others in the area and would consider this a solid breakfast option as well. The food was good, but my favorite part of the meal was the price, everything was just fair. Service was quick and all of our food items came out shortly after ordering. They don’t have a parking lot attached, but there is a parking garage with the first two hours free directly behind the restaurant. The walking path that is just left of the entrance leads to the parking garage.

They have a fairly large menu filled with all sorts of diner classics for both breakfast and lunch or dinner. We stopped in for brunch for our first time so we wanted to do some breakfast items. I chose the Country Breakfast which is a Chicken Fried Steak with eggs and toast and really enjoyed it. I would’ve liked hashbrowns more than the homefries that they used and also felt that the chicken fried steak was a little too crispy, but it still had somegreat flavors.

Overall a really solid and fairly priced retro diner in Burbank. I would suggest to anyone searching for a good breakfast or lunch option where you can listen to the oldies...