Fatburger & Buffalo's Express — Restaurant in Pasadena

I had this place in my bookmarks for so long (literally months). I finally decided to go try it on a weekday and although I absolutely loved the friendly, fast and courteous service, and think the ambiance was ok, the food itself was not something stellar. I got the XXL Fatbuger (a whole pound of goodness) and regular Fat Fries and although I do appreciate the massive portions, I don't think the flavor itself was extraordinary. The fries needed a bit of extra salt and the burger was good but did not have that much seasoning either (or maybe I'm just used to saltier burgers, like the ones from McDonald's). This place is right across from Pasadena City College, so definitely a convenient place for College students to grab a quick bite, or for workers in the area to go grab lunch, but not a place that I would choose to go out of my way...

I recently visited the smaller Fatburger in Pasadena, which has about 8 tables and a high-top bar area. The service was friendly and outgoing, with two people working on a quiet Sunday.

However, I was disappointed with the 6-piece boneless wings. They were sitting in a pool of hot sauce instead of being properly tossed, which isn’t typical of Fatburger. I’ve had better wings at other locations, and I believe this inconsistency is a management issue. Despite this, it’s still worth a visit for the friendly service and convenient setup. You can visit my profile to see pictures of a different Fatburger experience where the wings were properly...

You don't get these burgers in the mid-Atlantic. Visiting California, one of the first joints I wanted to visit was a Fatburger spot. I had high expectations, considering there was the XXXL burger challenge as well as the Ice Cube "It Was A Good Day" reference, and I was not disappointed whatsoever. Had the XXXL, ate the entire thing. Loved every bite. So much taste and it truly defines the great flavor of a Californian burger. If you're visiting Los Angeles County, definitely come to this location in particular. Great staff, chill environment, and fresh taste straight off the grill. I'd give 6...