Best in Burbank — Curated Guide
Best Lunch in Burbank
33 restaurants
The best places for lunch in Burbank, CA. Quick lunches, sit-down spots, and the go-to lunch restaurants near Warner Bros, Disney, and the Burbank Media District.
Burbank's lunch crowd is a mix of studio executives, production assistants, creative directors, and the independent business owners that keep the city running. The city's best lunch spots have evolved to meet everyone — fast enough for a working lunch, good enough to make the walk worthwhile.
Paty's Restaurant
Burbank's Most Beloved Diner Since 1959
Bob's Big Boy
The Last Original Bob's — A Genuine American Landmark
Porto's Bakery & Cafe
A Cuban-American Institution Built on Impossibly Good Pastry
Mini Kabob
A Tiny Room, Enormous Flavor, Legendary Status
Carousel Restaurant
The Armenian Table at Its Most Generous
Adana Restaurant
Turkish-Armenian Grill Mastery in the Heart of the Valley
Almaza Mediterranean
Mezze, Fire-Grilled Meats, and the Soul of the Levant
Prosecco Ristorante
Northern Italian Elegance in the Shadow of the Studios
Tony's Bella Vista
Old-School Burbank Italian Where the Regulars Eat
Hanami
Sushi at the Speed of Craft
Daikokuya Ramen
Tokyo-Style Tonkotsu, Done Without Compromise
Talésai
Thai Cuisine With the Depth of a Royal Kitchen
El Burrito Jr.
The Neighborhood Taco Stand That Burbank Actually Talks About
Los Balcones
Peruvian-Mexican Fusion That Refuses to Pick Just One Country
Zankou Chicken
The Garlic Paste That Changed Los Angeles
Smoke Ranch BBQ
Central Texas Method, Valley Attitude
Himalayan Kitchen
Nepal and Tibet Meet at an Altitude Burbank Didn't Know It Needed
Pho Saigon Noodle
Bowls of Comfort, Slow-Simmered and Served Without Pretense
Gen Korean BBQ House
Tableside Korean Grilling, All-You-Can-Eat, No Apologies
Butterfields
Burbank's Brightest Breakfast Since Before You Were Born
Romancing the Bean
Burbank's Independent Coffee Culture, One Cup at a Time
Papa Christo's Taverna
A Greek Table Set With Abundance and Kept That Way
India Sweets and Spices
Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Done With Total Conviction
El Criollo Cuban Bar & Grill
Excellent Cuban Food in an Unassuming Spot
Soto's Cuban Kitchen
The Closest You'll Come to an Amazing Home Cooked Cuban Cuisine
La Bamba Restaurant
Homestyle Caribbean Cuisine on N Glenoaks Blvd
Mambo's Cafe
Retro Spot for Cuban Fare and Live Music
Knight Restaurant
Lamb Gyro, Fabulous Portions, and Real Value in Downtown Burbank
George's Greek Cuisine
Greek Salad with Tender, Tasty Lamb Chops That Are Delicious and Generous
Sotta
Chicken Gyro and Honey Latte -- Mediterranean on W Alameda Ave
Gitana Restaurant
Great Food, Great Ambiance, Attentive Waitstaff on E Magnolia Blvd
Hummus Republic
Reasonably Priced, Generous Portions, Delicious and Nutritious
The Kebab Shop
Grilled Steak, Fire Hummus, and Greek Salad on N Hollywood Way
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best lunch in burbank in Burbank, CA?
Paty's Restaurant is widely regarded as one of the best lunch in burbank in Burbank. Burbank's Most Beloved Diner Since 1959. You can find it at 10001 Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA 91505. Our full list above covers all 33 restaurants that made the cut.
Is Burbank a good food city?
Absolutely. Burbank — home to Warner Bros., Disney, Nickelodeon, and the world's largest concentration of entertainment studios — has a dining scene shaped by decades of creative, international, and hardworking people who expect excellent food. The city's Armenian community alone has produced some of the best Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants in Southern California. Add a legendary diner culture, growing craft cocktail scene, and genuine culinary diversity, and Burbank consistently delivers.
How does Best in Burbank select these restaurants?
Every restaurant on Best in Burbank is researched, visited, and written about by our editorial team. We consider quality of food, consistency, value, ambiance, and what makes each spot unique to Burbank. We don't accept payment for inclusion — every listing is 100% editorially independent. Owners can claim their listing to update details, but editorial rankings are not for sale.