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The Back Abbey

Gastropub and Burger Joint$$$$
Village, Claremont
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    The burgers at The Back Abbey is a can't miss
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    Robert K.
    "Famous for their 'Back Abbey burger', 2nd best burger in LA area."(10 Tips)
    Nina N.
    "Dine outside if you can! Belgian beer + best burger ever = perfect."(8 Tips)
    g o.
    "The burgers, incredible fries, and the Belgian Ale selection!!!"(12 Tips)
    Jordan S.
    "Burger, beer, and duck fat fries...very good!"(6 Tips)
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  • Ted T.
    Ted TschoppDecember 18, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Crowded and a great place to eat, have a beer, and hang out with friends. Show up early to make sure you get a spot big enough for all your friends.
  • Kathy H.heart icon on user image
    Kathy HatcherJuly 23, 2013
    Outside seating dog friendly. The fries are fried in duck fat and are so addictive. I made the mistake of giving some to my dogs now I can't walk past there without them pulling me to grab a table.
  • Don Michael Antonioheart icon on user image
    Don Michael AntonioAugust 14, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Serves up some of the juicest and tasty burgers in the Inland Empire!Not to mention the huge craft beer list and wine too!Oh and twice fried duck fat fries out of this world. Rib-eye also da bomb!
  • Ryan L.heart icon on user image
    Ryan LaraMay 5, 2015
    What isn't to like? Great beer selection. The Back Abby Burger is top-notch. I recommend getting a pretzel as an appetizer. The mussels are delicious too!
  • Ryan Y.
    Ryan YDecember 5, 2013
    The Belgian beer selection here is ridiculous-if you can't find your favorite Belgian here, you need to book a flight to Brussels. If you're not a fan of Belgian beers you'll need to drink elsewhere.
  • Rachel K.heart icon on user image
    Rachel KMay 17, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Not a great vegetarian food selection (gotta go with their seasonal salad or the pretzel). The Belgium beer selection is amazing though.
  • Mike G.
    Mike GwaltneyJune 4, 2013
    Portobello Mushroom burger is a truly delicious alternative to the usual bad garden burgers for vegetarians. And the Pommes Frites rock! But take note vegetarians: they're fried in duck fat.
  • Rosa J.
    Rosa JimenezOctober 31, 2014
    Well-- everyone knows that The Back Abbey is do good. If you're ever around the area, definitely stop by and give it try!
  • Angelise S.
    Angelise SlifkinApril 5, 2016
    Good, for Claremont standards-great. Menu is a little small for the quality of the food, but the service and food is consistent. Nice atmosphere. Large beer selection- best in Claremont.
  • Mario E.heart icon on user image
    Mario EstradaJanuary 26, 2015
    One of my favorite places on the area. Well stocked Belgian beer selection. The absolute best Belgian style fries. Cannot go wrong with anything here.
  • Rayshawn W.heart icon on user image
    Rayshawn WilliamsNovember 29, 2016
    A few words to describe the Back Abbey burger...sweet, zesty and savory. Awesome combination of flavors.
  • Megan G.
    Megan GilesJune 21, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    By far the best beer bar in the area, with amazing pub style food to match. Don't know what beers to try? Ask the bartenders, they know each of them by heart. A.J.'s the best 'tender there!
  • elle • g.
    elle • geezyJanuary 27, 2013
    it's all about the Back Abbey Burger. man oh man.. ok, i LOVE in-n-out, but this place is a close second.. just because it's gourmet.. AND.. because of the beers, which are all magically delicious! :D
  • Mike G.heart icon on user image
    Mike GaumerDecember 18, 2019
    Been here 100+ times
    The Pomme Frittes are out of this world
  • Mimi N.
    Mimi NguyenJune 19, 2014
    Awesome beer selection but I always come back for the duck fat fries! Duck fat is healthiest fat you can fry with and the fries are delicious :)
  • Zachariah C.
    Zachariah CooneySeptember 29, 2014
    St Bernadas pairs well with The Back Abbey burger... excellent food with excellent Belgian Ale imports!!!! They don't have Bud Light obviously....
  • Rayshawn W.heart icon on user image
    Rayshawn WilliamsNovember 29, 2016
    The mussels are great with a beer. Very flavorful in a lemon butter sauce.
  • Nina N.heart icon on user image
    Nina NiremaSeptember 27, 2012
    Best place to eat in the Village. Takes no reservations, but so worth it. Dine outside if you can! Belgian beer + best burger ever = perfect.
  • Discover Claremont (Calif.)
    The Back Abbey has a selection of over 110 different beers from around the world, including 28 on tap and a full menu. CBS2 featured their Back Abbey burger among the "best in L.A."
  • Julian N.heart icon on user image
    Julian NamDecember 13, 2014
    Burger is good. No, it's great. No, it's awesome. And a TON of beer options. Thumbs up from me.
  • g o.heart icon on user image
    g oconnorMarch 19, 2015
    The burgers, incredible fries, and the Belgian Ale selection!!!
  • Rebecca M.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca MJanuary 5, 2018
    Fries. And the frisée salad will help you feel better about yourself after you eat the fries. Sort of.
  • Lawrence T.heart icon on user image
    Lawrence TAugust 21, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Great burgers and fries, awesome beer selection, and one of few places to find St. Bernardus Abt. 12 on tap!
  • Mario E.heart icon on user image
    Mario EstradaDecember 20, 2014
    Love the burgers here and amazing frites. The best Belgian beer selection in the area.
  • Melvin P.heart icon on user image
    Melvin Pérez-CedanoApril 23, 2014
    A glass of Kwak, backyard burger and half-order of fries. All good.
  • Benson B.
    Benson BleierMarch 3, 2016
    Burgers are worse than Eureka but fries are some of the best I've had; they're fried in duck fat!
  • Michael Antonio
    Michael AntonioOctober 9, 2012
    Back Abby burger, half order of fries, then finish off with some beignets. Can't go wrong here!!
  • Andrea W.
    Andrea WFebruary 22, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    great beer, great staff, great food. the pommes friets are amazing, but I like to check out their seasonal specials. In the fall the drunken spud soup, and the man salad are excellent.
  • Sylvia V.heart icon on user image
    Sylvia VillalobosOctober 10, 2012
    BEER!!!! FRIES!!! = AMAZING. Also, the veggie burger was great. Fun and chill atmosphere. Younger crowd
  • John M.
    John MatherOctober 26, 2013
    The abbey burger fries and mussels are definitely the best we've had in a long time.
  • Dwain M.heart icon on user image
    Dwain McArthurJuly 28, 2021
    Filet and steak salad were "off-the-chain!" Staff is AWESOME !
  • Vanessa C.heart icon on user image
    Vanessa CastanedaJuly 17, 2013
    Delicious! The Back Abbey burger is worth it.
  • William C.
    William ChoiOctober 27, 2011
    The Back Abbey burger is the best in town. Fries are worth the health consequences. Amazing beer selection.
  • Annie J.
    Annie JonesApril 5, 2014
    Sit outside - get the crab cakes on appetizer menu - fabulous!!!
  • Elizabeth S.
    Elizabeth SuhApril 26, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    The back abbey burger is the best I've had. So flavorful. Better than umami burger. Get the fries! It's double fried in duck fat.
  • g o.heart icon on user image
    g oconnorMarch 19, 2015
    Now, for all of the microbiologists out there, this is your final, after you defend your dissertation.
  • Darren I.
    Darren IsomotoJanuary 30, 2012
    On a Saturday night, they can easily seat 2-4. Any more is a longer wait (1 hr for our party of 7)
  • Robert K.heart icon on user image
    Robert KleinFebruary 23, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    One of my favorite bars for Belgium beer. Famous for their 'Back Abbey burger', 2nd best burger in LA area. Don't forget to try the Pommes Frites Read more
  • Annie L.heart icon on user image
    Annie LeeJuly 31, 2016
    Best gourmet burgers! Must try Belgium white Blanche de Bruxelles beer!
  • Amanda S.heart icon on user image
    Amanda SawtellMarch 3, 2015
    Belgian beer selection is amazing here.
  • Jim W.
    Jim WyattNovember 23, 2014
    Great beer selection, fun open seating and great food.
  • ✌Maryanne D.
    ✌Maryanne DiazFebruary 14, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Medium rare is the only way to eat a burger! I recommend the Straffe Hendrik to wash that burger and frites down!
  • Cristina A.
    Cristina AguileraFebruary 3, 2011
    The Man Salad doesn't actually come with a man, The Pub Salad was a pretty good substitute along with the Country Tomato Soup.
  • g o.heart icon on user image
    g oconnorMarch 19, 2015
    Small kitchen, big results!
  • g o.heart icon on user image
    g oconnorMarch 19, 2015
    Plough your way through this delight!
  • Jenni R.
    Jenni RutledgeJune 30, 2011
    The fries are super amazing but they are fried with duck fat...beware vegetarians
  • Kaye R.heart icon on user image
    Kaye ReshawJuly 24, 2013
    Get there early for lunch . No bad choices on the food
  • Aaron A.
    Aaron AguirreApril 21, 2012
    Pommes Frites are not half bad at all. Tasty snack food. No need for the sauces really, they are kinda disappointing. Just a pinch more salt and you are golden.
  • Jon M.
    Jon McConnellNovember 3, 2011
    Burger and fries night not be worth $19. But it is really damn good. No question. I'm sorry it took me soo long.
  • Matt P.heart icon on user image
    Matt PSeptember 1, 2017
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