Ambience: classic, wood paneled American diner with an end to end counter and great staff

Ordering procedure: wait service (table or counter seating)

Burger presentation: open-faced diaper wrap on a classic diner plate

Standard toppings: house 1000 island, pickle, lettuce

Cheese situation: add-on charge to any burger option

Fries: regular style

Meal deal: combo includes burger and fries, drink must be bought separately

Meal price: $15-20 (cash only)

Other: tomato & onion extra charge, open kitchen behind counter, old fashioned cash register

Singular Los Angeles area location: 913 East California Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91106

Review: This has that intangible goodness that burger lovers are always chasing. The burger is well cooked with fresh toppings but their house 1000 island is really what brings it all together to make the burger great. It falls apart halfway through and is a little bit pricier than you’d expect a diner meal to be but you’re paying for an experience as well, and I really recommend it.