The Oinkster

A fast-casual concept from acclaimed fine-dining chef Andre Guerrero - enjoy high-quality American classics in a relaxed, modern and fun setting.

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    (323) 255-6465

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    theoinkster.com

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  • Type

    American Restaurant

Address

2005 Colorado Blvd (at Shearin Ave) Eagle Rock , CA 90041 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks Beer

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Keywords:

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LAist

From their killer pastrami sandwiches to BBQ pulled pork sammies and a classic burger , the dishes will heal you and then lull you back to a food coma so you can sleep off the rest of your hangover. Read more

LA Weekly

The child of Max chef André Guerrero, perfected fast-food. The old-school paradigm of pastrami , burgers & chicken reinvented w/ artisanal soda pop, Fosselman's-based ube milkshakes and Belgian fries ! Read more

LA Weekly

It is necessary to have an order of Belgian fries , fried twice to leave them light and hot, their fluffy potato essence encased in a stiff, perfectly golden capsule of crunch. Read more

Thrillist

The Turducken Burger is ONLY available on June 4th. It's a potato bun stuffed with a seasoned turkey patty, a deep-fried chicken breast , cherry gastrique, rosemary/garlic relish , and duck pastrami . Read more

Eater

Andre Guerrero isn't one to shy away from imitation-as-flattery, evidenced strongly by the extra-popular Piggy Fries , a take on In-N-Out's animal variety. Read more

Time Out Los Angeles

Once just a Burger of the Month, the house-made veggie burger is now a permanent menu item — and thank goodness, because it's delicious (and only $6). Farro gets top billing on the ingredient list.

John Stevenson

The Oinkster pastrami is the bomb especially with their house sauces !!! Fantastic piggy fries .... root beer floats are the business as well ... I am satisfied !!!

Los Angeles

Work up an appetite by exploring the hidden gems of Highland Park during NELAart's Second Saturday Gallery Night, then tackle the Oinkster's over-the-top burgers and pastrami .

Jennifer

The Oinkster is my go-to here. Peppery pastrami , extra pickles ... Make it a meal for $4 extra. The fries (with aioli !) are the best.

First We Feast

Each day of Burger Week, they do a special burger—anything from a Star Wars-themed burger , to a deconstructed Taco Bell burger , with the patty deep-fried in crushed Doritos. Read more

Ericka

Best burgers and pastrami in Eagle Rock. Yummy fries & cupcakes make everything complete. Brand new interior has nice eat in areas & brand new flat screens . Worth the 10 minute drive from Pasadena.

Sean O'Hara

The Oinkster Pastrami is good. Piggy Fries and Chili Fries great. Awesome selection of craft beers , with a good rotation of new brews coming in all of the time.

Matt A.

For their burgers , you can't beat The Royale. A chili cheeseburger with pastrami AND bacon that appears monstrous and absurd, but is actually a delicious medley of flavors and textures.

Adrian Phillips

First time visitors should try the Pulled Pork or Pastrami sandwiches . They come with a ton of meat piled in so prepare to be stuffed. Fries are ok, I stick to plantains and red cabbage for my sides.

Andrew Rafner

Veggie Burg is top shelf . Word to the wise, the Belgian Fries as-is are NOT veg-friendly. Ask for them to be prepared without the beef shortening.

Anabel Flx

Belgium fries w/ Garlic Alioli sauce..BOMB! Love their chopped chicken salad too. Nice beer selection . The fact that the patio is dog friendly is a huge plus for me :)

Lizzy Saxe

Pastrami sandwiches and the chicken with brie are fantastic. Also, check out the ube shakes for maximum happiness.

Chris Eckeard

Good food but prices are on the higher side. Most things are made in house including how the meats are prepared and condiments. Good beer .

Matt Quinn

The Oinkster is featured on this new iPhone app for Diners Drive-ins and Dives. Has all other places on the show. Pretty cool. Check it out <aclass="entity url"rel="nofollow" href="https://itun.es/us/KopxJ.i"target="_blank" data-sig="86b+9FIOE9Z4sxHOQIiEZ5GwLCY=" onmousedown="fourSq.ui.OutgoingLink.mousedown($(this), event)" data-source="tip-text">https://itun.es/us/KopxJ.i</a>

Joseph C

Yes: Pastrami , Burgers & Fries BUT, what is missing from the tips is their Awesome Chicken !!! ???? Don't Miss Out on Their CHICKEN !!!????

???? KT

Piggy Fries is a MUST. I've ube shake is to die for! My favorite is the classic burger with gruyere cheese and their garlic aioli sauce !

Billy Bennight

There's a Happy Hourt Special Monday thru Friday from 3 to 6. Burger , frys and a drink under $8. They have great selection of beers . I go there often.

Winnie Khoo

Fave: House cured pastrami , ube shake ; Skip: oinkster pastrami

Arlyne D'Alessandro

Their roast pulled Chicken Salad Sandwich on foccacia bread was delicious, including their fries and homemade ketchup , yummm, I'd definitely go back and try the other stuff!

Lia Reconsal

Must haves:rotisserie chicken plate with rice and plantains/ube shake/pb and j cupcake ...the pastramis are "just ok" and as for the piggy fries ??ask for animal style well done!

Abby Palarca

Hi. So i saw the pics that ppl left here on foursquare and the fries with cheese on them look REALLY good! What is that called? If someone can help me out, that would be cool :)

Jenny JK

Today I'm getting Chinese chicken salad and piggy fries . Oh yeah, add the bottled coke ! Great combination that gets you less guilty~

FabFitFun

Get the pastrami sandwich (with gruyere ) or the chicken with brie sandwich . They may also have some of the best fries around — with perfect crisp outsides and soft insides.

Kyle Fowler

The atmosphere here is awesome. The smell just draws you in. Pulled pork is A+ and the fries are great too.

AD Nys

Bring snacks and drinks for the kids. No kids menu and there can be a 30min+ wait during busy times. Draft beer selection helps ease the wait.

Brandon Hoang

Oinkster pastrami is enough to feed a small army. Homemade chipotle ketchup is delicious

Czara J

The Oinkster Pastrami and Belgian Fries are to-die-for. Beer selection is pretty good too. Order the Ube Shake for your sweet tooth.

rogerallenward

Great Reuben sandwich . And their house aioli is delicious on their fries .

Brian Lau

Pastrami is a must! Love the ube shake .

Damon

Go to oinkster. Park on the street. Notice the Guy Fieri stencil. Order the Royale burger w/ gruyere , and a reg. Belgian fries w/ extra garlic aioli . Reward yourself with some local oat sodas .

Matt Lew

You’ve never seen pastrami like this. Check out the new Hollywood location at 776 Vine St.

Giancarlo S.

Get the house cured pastrami . That's the better pastrami sandwich .

Claudia A.

I can't decide.. But please order the chili cheese fries . Just think of gourmet fast food going into this place.

Nina N

Yummy BBQ pulled pork sandwich and piggy fries . A little too packed. Had to fight over seats with other customers.

Todd Seligman

The Carolina style pulled pork sandwich is the best in the west. Not to be confused with other types of BBQ , Carolina style is herbs & spices wig vinegar. My fave.

Sarah Kelson

They should do a chili dog , it would be fantastic. The chili fries are great!!

Josh Tessler

Get the Piggy Fries . The homemade thousand island is great. The ChipotleKetchup is definitely one of a kind, must get it!

Lorie B. DuPreez

Jazz up your chili cheese fries by throwing some of their fantastic pastrami on top.

Anthony Alexander

The Oinkster is big enough to share!

O J

Everything n the employees r great!

Tavis

Great Belgian fries . The pulled pork sandwich is also delicious.

Kelsea Guevara

Pulled pork with extra caramelized onions . Look up "Oinkster" on YouTube and watch their segment on Diners, Drive-In's and Dives. Shows you how it's made. :)

Stephanie Szeto

Great casual burgers in a cool old building .

Melissa Nemeth

Love the seasonal pinacolada shake ! Chicken salad sandwich and garlic ailoli and fries is a must try.

Kristen Orien

Come weekdays from3-6 for their happy hour special , burger and fries for $4.50 with drink purchase

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