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The Hat

1 W Valley Blvd, Alhambra, CA 91801-5049
626-282-0140
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Ranked #3 of 91 restaurants in Alhambra
Price range: $1 - $20
Cuisines: Delicatessen
Dining options: Lunch
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Dining options: Lunch
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Top Contributor
51 reviews 51 reviews
44 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2013 via mobile

A good fast food restaurant! Of course a had the famous pastrami sandwich and the French fries with chili. I was very satisfy for what it is! A good teatitional fast food restaurant! Stop by and enjoy yourself! MD

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Santa Ana, California
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5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

If you eat only one pastrami sandwich a year, as you should, eat it at the Hat! Any of their multiple locations are good...the seem to be 2nd only to McDonalds in terms of corporate "sameness" at every restaurant. Killer chili cheese fries, cause I like skinny fries & thickly shredded cheese...burgers are awesome, naturally the pastrami is the showcase.... More

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Winchester, California, United States
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26 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

I have eaten at 5 different hat locations and I LOVE every one of them. It is quite possibly the best sandwich I have ever eaten. Get the Pastrami sandwich. It is absolutely amazing. Be careful with the fries. 1 order can feed 3-4 people.

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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2013

For those who love spicy, meaty sandwiches, you have to try this one. You get at least an inch and half of meat and generous amount of mustard sandwiched between 2 buns. Eat it quickly before it gets too soggy and don’t forget to compliment it with plenty of peppercini. Warning: do not eat this before your date, you are... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2013

It's fun, and not at all healthy. If you want to get that annual burger fix, this is not a bad place to go! Only bummer is you have to pay extra for grilled onions, or other small additions.

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Mission Viejo, California
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9 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2013 via mobile

If you want the best pastrami sandwich ever go to The Hat. It is literally like 2 sandwiches shoved into 1. Definitely recommend it.

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San Diego, California
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

Who would think that a Pastrami Dip sandwich would be a part of history, but that's the best reason to eat at The Hat. Located on a corner, the Hat has its own parking, and a covered, outdoor seating area behind the stand, no indoor seating. I grew up about 2 miles from The hat and vaguely remember coming here... More

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West Jordan, Utah
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2013

Great food not too pricey. I usually get the pastrami dip, it comes with an overflowing portion of meat. The bread is so soft and tasty. Careful if you get the chili fries they are 2-3 pounds of food, but delicious for a group. This restaurant has multiple locations, and this location has no indoor seating. Free refills on drinks.

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2012

My daddy took me here when i was a kid. Now i take my kids. You also have to try the Gravy Fries. Portions are big so one is usually good for two.

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Phoenix
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25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 30, 2012

This place has the best pastrami I have ever had, not to mention the sacked onion rings. Awesome, They have all the condements you would need, and the service is pretty fast. Chilie fries are also very good

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