Steve's Char Burgers #1

1632 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA 90501, United States
+1 310-618-8979
$$$ Hamburger restaurant , Breakfast restaurant , Fast food restaurant
(937 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Steve's Char Burgers #1 on Crenshaw Blvd in Torrance serves up a straightforward, no-frills dining experience that leans heavily on classic American diner vibes. If you're after a spot where burgers, breakfast, and casual fast food converge under one roof, this place fits the bill without any pretense. The interior feels familiar and a bit old school, echoing a diner atmosphere that locals seem to appreciate for its unembellished comfort and efficiency.

With a menu spotlighting a range from beefy burgers to hearty breakfast burritos and even chili cheese fries generously topped with pastrami, Steve’s caters well to those seeking a filling meal any time of day. The crowd here isn’t just fixated on burgers; breakfast items like the steak breakfast burrito and kids’ pancake breakfast show the place doubles as a morning go-to, especially for families or early risers looking to fuel up before the day.

Service moves along briskly, which suits the spot’s fast-food sensibility, yet there’s a noticeable focus on getting orders right and making sure diners have what they need without fuss. Seating options are varied enough to accommodate solo diners stopping by for a quick bite or small groups settling in for a casual meal.

Visitors will find Steve’s particularly appealing when craving a reliably juicy burger or a generously loaded sandwich like the pastrami or Philly cheese steak combo. The freshness of toppings—crisp lettuce, thick tomato slices—and practical sizing balance out the comfort-food appeal. It’s the kind of place where the food hits the spot without unnecessary fanfare, making it a practical choice for locals in and around Torrance looking for a dependable, filling meal.

Overall, Steve’s Char Burgers #1 works best as a midday or early evening stop for straightforward, satisfying eats in a relaxed, diner-like setting where the focus is on hearty portions and familiar flavors rather than on trendy or upscale dining. Its location on Crenshaw Blvd makes it accessible for nearby workers and families, and the casual vibe invites you to kick back and enjoy some classic American fast food done right.

Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great coffee
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Sunday

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

937 Reviews
Shawn Dunn

02 Jan 2026

This spot is a personal favorite with a decent variety to pick from. Burgers, burritos or breakfast, you can find it all here. Reasonable prices and quick service make it a go to spot whenever I'm in Torrance.

Anthony Rangel

16 Dec 2025

This place is really good. It’s been our go-to burger spot since July 2023. The food has gotten better since then. We went there last night and the burger was really juicy and great. Their price has gone up but what else hasn’t. The service is always good, and workers make sure we’re good and if we need anything else, and they always get my order right. The place has many seating options and is always clean. Parking is great which is a deal breaker to most spots I go to. The only drawback would be no drive thru but call ahead is always an option.

Techno Bliss

13 Dec 2025

If you drive past this place you'd probably not even think much about it, there's nothing really descript about it old school seating and building but don't miss this gem The fries are deep fried in beef tallow, I had a really sore stomach so I couldn't try all of the great food that they were offering and they have like literally everything you could anything you could possibly want they have that and then some super fresh super filling delicious friendly I was in and out in no time clean bathrooms I mean this place is like a hidden Jewel definitely check them out it's on Crenshaw boulevard. You can dine in or take out andI can't wait to go back for the chili fries! Plenty of parking in the back great service. Everything was quick fresh and delicious! Everything was clean

Crystal Alva

12 Dec 2025

This place is Soo cool. Good restaurant diner setting. I like the old school classic feel to it. It's regular but just felt like the good ol days in there. Food was great. Fast service .I wanna go try more from their menu

Lulu N

09 Dec 2025

I've never been to this location bc I was not fond of the other locations so I never stopped by. Well, let's just say they changed my mind! I purchased a burger and chili cheese fries combo and a coke zero!! The food did not disappoint at all!! The lettuce was crispy and fresh. The tomatoes were nice and thickly sliced. They put a perfect amount of cheese on the chili cheese fries. I was thoroughly content with my meal!! I will definitely return!! Yum!!

Chris Owens

02 Nov 2025

The food was fresh and good . This place had a great community feel

Stephanie S.

21 Sep 2025

Ate here last night. Really nice guy was our cashier, food was freshly cooked to order and out fast. My husband had the Frisco burger and I had the Philly cheese steak and upgraded my fries to chili cheese fries. All delicious.

Tom Rossi

17 Sep 2025

My favorite place for breakfast and lunch. I commute to Torrance for work and stop here 2-3 times a week. They serve delicious food with minimal wait times. Great staff providing exceptional customer service. The menu has something for everyone and breakfast is served all day.

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