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Fast-food joint known for its pastrami also serving American standards such as burgers & fries.
Hours
| Friday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 40476 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd, Murrieta, CA 92563
Phone: (951) 304-2244
Website: http://www.thehat.com/
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Explore the history of Hat Restaurant, a legacy of classic American fast food, known for their signature Pastrami Dips and Chili Cheese Fries.
The Hat, 40476 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd, Murrieta, CA 92563, US
The Hat is a renowned fast-food establishment based in Murrieta, CA, celebrated for its classic American menu since 1951. Famous for their signature …
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My Le
A Southern California chain that serves sandwiches, hamburgers and hot dogs. But best Known for world famous pastrami dip.
We had the pastrami burger on a soft sesame bun and I have to say, I was blown away. I’m used to pastrami’s being sliced thick and being extremely salty. However, it’s not the case here. I’ve been having it wrong all this time!
The pastrami ($12.60) was sliced thinly and it wasn’t salty. The onion rings ($4.85) came in a brown paper bag and it soaked up the grease. Nicely battered.
We got chili fries ($8.60) and added cheddar ($1.99). I didn’t like that the cheddar was not melted. Next time we would get small regular fries ($3.99) and a cup of chili ($2.99).
The soda fountain has touchless systems for the cups.
… moreWe had the pastrami burger on a soft sesame bun and I have to say, I was blown away. I’m used to pastrami’s being sliced thick and being extremely salty. However, it’s not the case here. I’ve been having it wrong all this time!
The pastrami ($12.60) was sliced thinly and it wasn’t salty. The onion rings ($4.85) came in a brown paper bag and it soaked up the grease. Nicely battered.
We got chili fries ($8.60) and added cheddar ($1.99). I didn’t like that the cheddar was not melted. Next time we would get small regular fries ($3.99) and a cup of chili ($2.99).
The soda fountain has touchless systems for the cups.
Steve Prime
Fast, delicious, best pastrami sandwiches anywhere. They put so much pastrami in one sandwich, what falls out could make another sandwich. The small fries is so big two people can share and you sill can’t finish. I have no Idea how big a large fries are. If you thing is large portions to get full this is your place. $12.60 pastrami $3.99 small fries. January 2026
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Great place to stop by for a filling meal. The fry portion is huge and they taste amazing. The burgers are great and fresh. Large portions and great price. Also staff is always nice and place is clean! This always speaks well of the establishment!
… moreJoseph X (Joe)
I came in just looking for a quick bite while charging my car across the street—and ended up having one of the best surprise meals I’ve had in a long time. From the moment I walked in, two team members were detailing the front counter and even cleaning the trash bins—small details that already showed pride in their space.
I ordered a double hamburger with avocado and a side of potato salad… and wow. The potato salad even trumped my mom’s (sorry, Mom). The burger was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying—and get this: I spent less than $13. For a fresh-made burger and homemade potato salad in 2025? That’s almost unheard of.
While waiting for my food, I went to wash my hands and caught another employee scrubbing the ceiling tiles in the restroom. As a hospitality manager myself, I rarely see this kind of meticulous upkeep, especially on a quiet Sunday night. (7/20/25)
The food was absolutely incredible, but what really stood out was the pride this team clearly has in their restaurant. It wasn’t just a meal—it was a full-on reminder of what good service, good food, and a clean space can do for your mood. I’ll definitely be back.
… moreI ordered a double hamburger with avocado and a side of potato salad… and wow. The potato salad even trumped my mom’s (sorry, Mom). The burger was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying—and get this: I spent less than $13. For a fresh-made burger and homemade potato salad in 2025? That’s almost unheard of.
While waiting for my food, I went to wash my hands and caught another employee scrubbing the ceiling tiles in the restroom. As a hospitality manager myself, I rarely see this kind of meticulous upkeep, especially on a quiet Sunday night. (7/20/25)
The food was absolutely incredible, but what really stood out was the pride this team clearly has in their restaurant. It wasn’t just a meal—it was a full-on reminder of what good service, good food, and a clean space can do for your mood. I’ll definitely be back.
Larry Shaw
Stopped by The Hat and ordered the chili cheese fries with pastrami, tomatoes, pickles, and onions, along with onion rings and a pastrami burger.
Everything was flavorful and satisfying, especially the loaded fries. The staff was friendly and helpful.
The drive-thru was pretty busy around 2:30 p.m., but the line moved quickly. Overall a great stop for classic pastrami and comfort food.
… moreEverything was flavorful and satisfying, especially the loaded fries. The staff was friendly and helpful.
The drive-thru was pretty busy around 2:30 p.m., but the line moved quickly. Overall a great stop for classic pastrami and comfort food.
Sasquatch
Great food and amazing staff. They are so professional and proficient. Definitely come here hungry. A small fry can feed an entire family. I think this staff could run NASA if they needed to.
… moreJudah Michael
Love this place. So yummy, decent prices, excellent location, and reasonable customer service. The pastrami double cheeseburger is absolutely DELICIOUS.
… moreMichelle
I stopped by The Hat and had the pastrami sandwich with a side of chili and onion rings everything was absolutely delicious! The pastrami was perfectly juicy and flavorful, the pickle give the pastrami a nice balance.
the chili was a bit bland and too thick but with the the onion rings gave it more flavor. The onion rings alone were crispy and golden, not greasy at all. We ordered a large, and my family ate it fast. Great food, generous portions, and fast service. Definitely coming back!
… morethe chili was a bit bland and too thick but with the the onion rings gave it more flavor. The onion rings alone were crispy and golden, not greasy at all. We ordered a large, and my family ate it fast. Great food, generous portions, and fast service. Definitely coming back!
Time 4 Dirt
The Hat just isn’t what it used to be. Chili burgers used to come dripping with chili — now it’s barely a swipe like mayo. Prices haven’t gone down, but the quality sure has.
Our online order was supposed to be ready at a certain time, but we waited another 15 minutes. The place was dead, so not sure what the holdup was. Their review ratings have dropped in the last couple months, and now I get why. Won’t be back till things turn around.
… moreOur online order was supposed to be ready at a certain time, but we waited another 15 minutes. The place was dead, so not sure what the holdup was. Their review ratings have dropped in the last couple months, and now I get why. Won’t be back till things turn around.
Michael Cushman
OK, let’s start with the staff; very efficient, order came very quick, and we were there right at the lunch time rush. They continually are cleaning, and it shows; very clean restaurant !! Now the food. I had a chili dog which was very good. My wife had the roast beef dip, and she said that the roast beef was very dry; thank God for the dipping sauce. That sauce was very thinned out on it’s own. They are very plentiful on a large order of onion rings; best to split with 2 or more people. The onion rings were very crisp, but the oil they cook them in taste old; sorry. I will come back and give it another chance. Next time my wife will try their famous pastrami.
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