Carl's Jr. - Laguna Hills

I have spent most of my life in California and Carls Jr. has been a significant part of it. I don't go there often, so when I do, it's a special treat. On my most recent visit, I decided to try the Double Bacon Beast Burger Combo. The first bite was like a cheeseburger superstar, but with extra bacon. The bacon strips were long and cooked just right, with a bit of chewiness instead of being too crispy. The rest of the burger had that delicious, smoky, charcoal-like flavor that is characteristic of Carls Jr.

Wow, I can't believe this restaurant is still around. I used to work across the street and would come here to eat during my breaks. It's amazing to see that while many other places have come and gone, this place has remained for over 15 years!

The drive-thru at this restaurant is quite large. Unfortunately, I accidentally ordered the wrong item and received my order in a bag that was cold. Despite bringing this to the attention of the manager, named Ana, she did not seem to care about quality control. I was appalled when I returned my meal and witnessed a kitchen staff member handling bread with the same gloves that she used to hold a dirty rag. This lack of hygiene is unacceptable. I strongly recommend avoiding this place if you want to avoid getting food poisoning or worse. The health department should definitely look into the management of this establishment.

The burger that used to be big, juicy, and tasty is now just a small stack. The rest of the meal was also disappointing.

I waited until 6:00 to go, but the restaurant was not open. I waited a bit longer, but no one was there even by 6:10 when I drove by again.