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Chili John's

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2018 W Burbank Blvd, Burbank, CA 91506-1319
Burbank, CA 91506

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(818) 846-3611
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Chili John's - Burbank, CA
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Chili John's - Burbank, CA
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Chili John's - Burbank, CA
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It doesn't get any better than Chili John's. BEST CHILI DOG EVER!!! Gene and his family bought the restaurant from the original owner year...

Worst

Have lived in Burbank most of my life. Have driven by Chili John's many many times. It's a wonder how this restaurant stays in business. Most of the time I go by, it's closed cont...

Editorial review from Citysearch 1/25/2014

Chili the way chili is supposed to be, spicy meaty, and eaten at a big counter surrounded by old guys. This place has been a Burbank staple for years. You've seen it in the movies and tv a lot too. Go get some chili and wonder bread and feel yourself becoming one of the dirty old men around you. more
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Good eats / hot seats 9/17/2010

went here w/ my work-lunch partner-in-crime a few weeks ago & thought it was awesome. The staff had a cheery attitude, even in the saunaesque conditions in there & they really do serve up a mean bowl of chili. We wrote a giant review, complete w/ a bunch of pics, on our totally amateur lets-kill-some-time-at-work blog. Check it out here if you're so inclined: www./burbankbites.blogspot. com/ more
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Good eats / hot seats 9/16/2010

went here w/ my work-lunch partner-in-crime a few weeks ago & thought it was awesome. The staff had a cheery attitude, even in the saunaesque conditions in there & they really do serve up a mean bowl of chili. We wrote a giant review, complete w/ a bunch of pics, on our totally amateur lets-kill-some-time-at-work blog. Check it out here if you're so inclined: www./burbankbites.blogspot. com/ more
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Best Chili In Town 9/1/2010

It doesn't get any better than Chili John's. BEST CHILI DOG EVER!!! Gene and his family bought the restaurant from the original owner year... more
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Spicy and Gooooood 1/5/2010

The oldest restaurant in Burbank, this U-shaped trove of chili pleasure is quite a find. When I worked in Burbank I was there every Tuesday. If you like chili and you haven't experienced it yet, go for it. Pros: Chicken chili, over a handmade tamale Cons: What do you expect from chili? more
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Spicy and Gooooood 1/4/2010

The oldest restaurant in Burbank, this U-shaped trove of chili pleasure is quite a find. When I worked in Burbank I was there every Tuesday. If you like chili and you haven't experienced it yet, go for it. Pros: Chicken chili, over a handmade tamale Cons: What do you expect from chili? more
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On Top of Spaghetti all covered with Chili. 2/18/2009

Texas-style chili at it's best! As I’ve said before, I am a native Texan so I’m serious about chili and... more
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On Top of Spaghetti all covered with Chili. 2/17/2009

tinajean Provided by Partner
Texas-style chili at it's best! As I’ve said before, I am a native Texan so I’m serious about chili and John’s is right up there. The place is uniq... more
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On Top of Spaghetti all covered with Chili. 2/17/2009

tinajean Provided by Partner
Texas-style chili at it's best! As I’ve said before, I am a native Texan so I’m serious about chili and John’s is right up there. The place is uniq... more
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They sell several different bowls of chili 2/5/2009

If you want to eat only chili, this is the place to go. They serve all kinds of chili from mild to roasting hot ! This place has been in Bu... more
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It is the best chili in L.A.! 12/30/2008

It is sensational! I have a friend from Idaho who always makes a visit to have their chili when he is in the area. He even orders chili makings via express mail so he can enjoy it between visits. It is true the price is a bit steep but it is so good that it is worth the price. Besides chili I always get one of their special hot dogs, with the seasoning added to the meat. Don't forget dessert--the pies are very tasty. Pros: Great chili Cons: seats at the horseshow are rather tight more
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It is the best chili in L.A.! 12/29/2008

It is sensational! I have a friend from Idaho who always makes a visit to have their chili when he is in the area. He even orders chili makings via express mail so he can enjoy it between visits. It is true the price is a bit steep but it is so good that it is worth the price. Besides chili I always get one of their special hot dogs, with the seasoning added to the meat. Don't forget dessert--the pies are very tasty. Pros: Great chili Cons: seats at the horseshow are rather tight more
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Chili Johns Learning Experience 12/2/2008

DO......NOT............DO IT! There is a perfectly good reason for the name JOHN in the title.....because that is either where this concoction came out of or where you will be spending the remainder of your afternoon all while being so P.O.'d at yourself for the amount of money spent on this nonsense.We got lunch for 4 people.....that's 4 bowls of chili and an ungodly amount of oysters crackers and......IT WAS $48.00 BUCKS!!!!! FOURTY EIGHT!!! Pros: THEY call it Chili Cons: It's not more
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Chili Johns Learning Experience 12/1/2008

DO......NOT............DO IT! There is a perfectly good reason for the name JOHN in the title.....because that is either where this concoction came out of or where you will be spending the remainder of your afternoon all while being so P.O.'d at yourself for the amount of money spent on this nonsense.We got lunch for 4 people.....that's 4 bowls of chili and an ungodly amount of oysters crackers and......IT WAS $48.00 BUCKS!!!!! FOURTY EIGHT!!! Unbelievable......never.....ever. ever. ever .ever again. Pros: THEY call it Chili Cons: It's not more
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My favorite chili place 8/12/2008

Even though Chili John's is closed during the summer, I have been going here for almost 20 years. Gene is a hoot! Love the small diner atmosphere and the chili is by far the best I've ever had! That's why I keep coming back. And as far as this place staying in business, some lunchtimes I've seen 10 to 15 people waiting for a seat at the counter! And if you really want to taste their chile during the summer time, Gene will set you up just call ahead and he will have the fixings ready for you. Pros: Cheap tasty chili Cons: Not enough seats more
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My favorite chili place 8/11/2008

Even though Chili John's is closed during the summer, I have been going here for almost 20 years. Gene is a hoot! Love the small diner atmosphere and the chili is by far the best I've ever had! That's why I keep coming back. And as far as this place staying in business, some lunchtimes I've seen 10 to 15 people waiting for a seat at the counter! And if you really want to taste their chile during the summer time, Gene will set you up just call ahead and he will have the fixings ready for you. Pros: Cheap tasty chili Cons: Not enough seats more
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Red Hot Chili 7/29/2008

This restaurant has been here since the 1060's. They serve only chili. Their chili starts at mild and goes all the way to super spicy where ... more
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Best chili ever 7/17/2008

I love Chili John's... The best chili in the valley. They are closed most of the time in the summer as it is a family run business who closes in the summer time. I have been to may different chili places and nothing is quite the same..... Love the atmosphere and food and it is not over priced. A great place to eat at.... more
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Best chili ever 7/16/2008

I love Chili John's... The best chili in the valley. They are closed most of the time in the summer as it is a family run business who closes in the summer time. I have been to may different chili places and nothing is quite the same..... Love the atmosphere and food and it is not over priced. A great place to eat at.... more
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The best chili in SOCAL 3/18/2008

From a first timer, former Sooner and much time in Texas, this is the real deal. the staff was charming and welcomed the ""newcomer"". The chili is awessome. Unfortunately no room or time for pie! Definitely next time. Pros: Real chili Cons: Be prompt it's a small intimate dining experience more
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Editorial

  • In Short
    Opened in 1946, Burbank's oldest restaurant sports a painted white-brick exterior and a large red-lettered logo. Inside, gingham curtains, a mural of the Rockies and a welded...

  • 10/11/2004 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Tue - Fri 11am - 7pm, Sat 11am - 4pm, closed Sun, Mon
  • Payments: Master Card, Discover, American Express, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Burbank
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