Carney’s is the rare LA tourist attraction that’s just as beloved by locals, especially after a show and a few vodka sodas at the Whiskey a Go Go. For the past 50 or so years, this yellow rail car—which has an identical twin parked in Studio City—has sat on the Sunset Strip like a historical relic, with a menu that is twice as long as it needs to be (sorry, no one wants pasta salad from Carney’s). The must-orders here are the classic burger or the Carney’s dog, both smothered in their signature chili and shredded cheese, then topped with a thick slice of tomato, pickles, and raw onion. They’re gloopy but glorious, and especially delicious when eaten in one of the nostalgic rail car booths. Add a frozen chocolate-dipped banana for dessert—when was the last time you had one of those?
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