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Pie N Burger: The other LA burger

By revrev // // November 22nd, 2009 // Restaurants

It’s been a long while since I’ve posted here. I’m almost ashamed to admit it, but I’ve been eating fewer burgers lately. Never fear, I have not strayed. It’s just that I’ve been cooking some more, and spending much more time at work than I’d like. I digress.

A while back I hit up Pie N Burger, the Pasadena landmark that can’t help but draw comparison to another LA favorite, the Apple Pan. It’s impossible to not see the similarities: the old school counter, the decor that hasn’t been updated since 1930-something, the burger + pie combination, and the tuna sandwiches (which I haven’t yet tried). Suffice it to say, it’s a good burger – the place has been here for a while, and it’s a testament to the quality and comfort of the restaurant.

I have to do it, I’m calling favorites. I prefer the Apple Pan for the food (something about that relish). But for plain old comfort and accessibility, Pie N Burger is a winner. It just feels like home, somehow.

Many thanks to Tom (who paid, even though I lost the bet fair and square), and Mikael for joining me.