Pit Burger - Gardena

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Pit Burger

Pit Burger
4.4 / 5 (2019 reviews)

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The Pit is a long-standing, family-owned Gardena teriyaki institution known for generous portions, house-made sauce, toasted buttered buns and affordable prices. Fans praise charred chicken, bold flavors and hearty plates, while others report inconsistent meat quality, tough or greasy burgers and soggy buns since COVID. Service is walk-up/call-ahead with long lines; expect no indoor seating. A rough-around-the-edges local staple whose memorable flavors keep many coming back despite uneven execution.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Sierra

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★ 4.4 / 5 from 2019 reviews
sierra
08.10.2024

Cash only but so good every time!

terrence-mack-1
08.10.2024

Terrible quality of meat that was the toughest beef I’ve ever tasted!!! Very poor quality and the rice was over cooked tastes like mush!!! The best thing they have is the toasted buttered buns!!!

leathon-magee-2
08.10.2024

Every time I come to Los Angeles I have to come here to Pit Burger. It’s been over 3 years since I’ve had it and I’m so glad nothing has changed. The teriyaki chicken plate is my favorite and I always get extra toast. Make sure you hit the ATM. it’s cash only. This place is a cult classic for Gardena

jess-magana-store6
08.10.2024

One of Gardena’s best kept secrets

j-billings
08.10.2024

Been coming here since 1990 great place to grab a quick burger and a Teriyaki plate I just noticed a lot of people do complain about the price but if you really look at the whole picture I'm sure that person or people will spend more than $15 somewhere else and people talk about how the food is cheap but obviously they came and ate here they must like it I'll still be coming here and the place next door to get tamales

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