Steven's Burgers

1407 W El Segundo Blvd, Gardena, CA 90249, United States
+1 323-755-2323
$$$ Hamburger restaurant , Fast food restaurant
(1941 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Steven's Burgers in Gardena is a straightforward spot for grabbing hearty fast food with a local twist, especially if you’re craving a heavy, meat-packed meal. This no-frills joint doesn’t offer seating, so it’s clear that it’s designed for takeout or quick stops—either to eat in your car, at home, or outdoors if you don’t mind a parking lot picnic vibe.

The atmosphere here is very much what you’d expect from a classic burger stand: a small, somewhat bare waiting area behind a service window, with friendly staff who keep things moving. They only take cash or card (no delivery yet), which feels old-school but keeps the speed efficient. The place can feel pretty quiet and utilitarian, without much of a decor lift or table service, so it's less about hanging out and more about fueling up.

What stands out are the menu items loaded with pastrami—it's the real draw and clearly a local favorite. The chili cheese pastrami fries are a signature item that lands heavy on meat and cheese, making it a filling choice for anyone with a solid appetite. Burgers range from basic cheeseburgers to a "colossal" burger, solidly priced for the portion sizes. The breakfast burritos, especially those with polish sausage, get repeated nods for their spicy kick and substantial fillings, hinting that morning visits can work well for folks looking for a savory start to the day.

This spot suits those looking for a practical, meat-forward fast food fix rather than a sit-down experience. It’s especially good for locals familiar with the neighborhood who appreciate dense, satisfying pastrami sandwiches and shareable sides like chili cheese fries. Visiting during quieter daytime hours might make for a smoother pickup experience, especially since it’s primarily built around to-go orders.

Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great coffee
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
No wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

8:15 AM - 8:30 PM

Tuesday

8:15 AM - 8:30 PM

Wednesday

8:15 AM - 8:30 PM

Thursday

8:15 AM - 8:30 PM

Friday

8:15 AM - 8:30 PM

Saturday

8:15 AM - 8:30 PM

Sunday

9:30 AM - 8:00 PM

1941 Reviews
Sherryl Jones

04 Jan 2026

This little bag was almost $30. I was so skeptical about the quantity and quality of the contents. The first thing I pulled out was the overstuffed pastrami sandwich. It was dense and heavy. Well worth the price. The Chili cheese fries with Pastrami, OMG! I sat it on my lap, but it was piping hot, and I had to immediately pick it up. Pastrami spilled all over the bag when I opened the box. And it not only looked good, it was delicious! There was only one person in the store when I arrived at about 11:30 a.m. I quickly learned that phone orders is the pro tip. As I waited for my order a steady stream of people picked up thier food, none looked like delivery services. The place is clean, bare bones with no seating. This place has been on my list for a while. It was well worth the detour.

Erick Gutierrez

02 Jan 2026

Food is absolutely amazing! I recommend the chili cheese fries!! Everytime I'm there people are always ordering pastrami! So that sounds popular! I wish they can offer delivery services!

Viri Santizo

13 Dec 2025

First of all, this restaurant needs a little life. The pricing is somewhat blurry and ambiance feels solitary. There are no tables nor chairs so you definitely must take your food to go and eat in the parking lot or at home. Quite frankly, everything nowadays is expensive so I sorta expected a six-inch pastrami sandwich between 10-15 bucks. Also, a pro is the amount of meat but otherwise-nah!; the meat felt as if it was boiled and I don't like that texture. And finally, paying $20-25 for a combo is ludicrous LOL. With money being tight, I have to spend it wisely (don't judge).

Akeesa Gunn

27 Nov 2025

Ambiance: Nothing cute about this place, pretty standard burger joint vibes, small wait area, and speaking through glass. Service: We called our order in, and the lady was really sweet, did not rush us through the order at all, and let us know beforehand that they only take cash. Food: I've had the pastrami sandwich before (delicious btw) but this time, we opted for the chili cheese pastrami fries. They came highly suggested, so we gave it a shot. Now this is not a meal you should have often but it was really good! For all the stuff to be on top, it was actually light, perfect topping to fry ratio. I shared the small and were both satisfied.

Lourdes Gabrielle Kumiyama

15 Nov 2025

Still the best breakfast burritos I've ever had. My favorite is the polish sausage one. It's got some spice to it. Loved the food from this place since I was a kid. They also have delicious chilli cheese fries and burgers. Oh and they take card now :) they just don't accept EBT.

James Johnson

07 Nov 2025

Friend brought over Steven's pastrami oh my God reminding me of late '60s and '70s pastrami full of meat. Great flavor. Not too salty those sour pickles. Kind of getting in there with that pastrami little Mel and mustard and cheese with some chili on top. I was in hog heaven pastrami is beef hey, my neighbor have and we both had pastrami sandwiches this morning from the leftover meat from the sandwich. Unbelievable!

Lakesha Harris

10 Oct 2025

Best pastrami in the world!!! The meat is nice and thin without fat. The bread is just the right texture.

Imyobizzness

26 Sep 2025

Very nice and excellent service, This was my first time coming here and I ordered the pastrami with cheese and pastrami chili cheese fries, I made the mistake of not asking them to cook it well done.. I like mine a little crispy will return soon.

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