The Hat – American
This iconic roadside landmark hums with the nostalgic energy of a classic Southern California institution, where the air is perpetually thick with the savory steam of slow-cooked meats and bubbling chili. Guests dive into legendary pastrami dips overflowing with tender, salt-cured ribbons of beef and massive, shareable mounds of chili cheese fries that define unapologetic indulgence. It is a bustling temple of comfort where every gravy-soaked sandwich and golden-brown melt celebrates the timeless, messy joy of a true neighborhood staple.
1308 East Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley CA 93065 https://thehat.com/simi-valley/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The Hat
Dairy-Free at The Hat
The Hat in Simi Valley has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side of Pastrami, Chili (Bowl) and Fries (Large). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Hat
The Hat in Simi Valley has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side of Pastrami, Gravy and Bar-B-Que Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Hat
The Hat in Simi Valley has 26 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chili (Bowl), Fries (Large) and Fries (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Hat
The Hat in Simi Valley has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tuna. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Hat
The Hat in Simi Valley has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chili Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Hat
The Hat in Simi Valley has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries (Large), Fries (Small) and Chili (Cup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Hat
The Hat in Simi Valley has 13 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chili (Bowl), Fries (Large) and Fries (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Hat
The Hat in Simi Valley has 17 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chili (Bowl), Fries (Large) and Fries (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Hat
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Roast Beef (Gravy) | 9.4 g | 63.6 g |
| Junior Burger | 22.6 g | 41.7 g |
| Chili (Bowl) | 25.9 g | 38.8 g |
| Pastrami Dip | 47.6 g | 38.3 g |
| Bar-B-Que Beef | 69 g | 37.7 g |
| Chili (Cup) | 12.8 g | 34.8 g |
| Pastrami Chili Cheese Fries | 31.3 g | 31.9 g |
| Tuna Melt | 79.8 g | 31 g |
| Tuna | 0 g | 28 g |
| Pink Lemon Olé | 51.7 g | 25.8 g |
| Turkey Burger | 63.2 g | 24.8 g |
| Turkey & Ham | 32.3 g | 20.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its reliability as a casual lunch destination, guests appreciate the consistent experience and straightforward menu offered during a relaxed midday meal. Reviewers highlight the dependable service and approachable atmosphere, noting that the
Menu
Pastrami
- Pastrami Dip - $12.6: Our World Famous Pastrami Sandwich Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pastrami Burger - $12.6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pastrami Chili Cheese Fries - $17.59 Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Sandwiches
- Roast Beef (Au Jus) - $12.6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Beef (Gravy) - $12.6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bar-B-Que Beef - $12.6 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Sandwich - $12.6 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese - $5.6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Melt - $11.25 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Cold Sandwiches
- Tuna - $9.6: Choice of: French Roll, Sourdough, Rye or Wheat Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey - $9.6: Choice of: French Roll, Sourdough, Rye or Wheat Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey & Ham - $9.6: Choice of: French Roll, Sourdough, Rye or Wheat Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado - $9.6: Choice of: French Roll, Sourdough, Rye or Wheat Bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cold Beef - $12.6: Choice of: French Roll, Sourdough, Rye or Wheat Bread Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham & Swiss - $9.6: Choice of: French Roll, Sourdough, Rye or Wheat Bread Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham & American - $9.6: Choice of: French Roll, Sourdough, Rye or Wheat Bread Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Hamburger - $5.65 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Doubleburger - $7.65 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger - $6.25 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Cheeseburger - $7.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chiliburger - $6.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Chiliburger - $7.9 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Junior Burger - $3.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Burger - $6.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Dogs
- Hot Dog - $3.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Dog - $5.9 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Tamale - $6.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Orders
- Fries (Large) - $5.45 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries (Small) - $3.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Cheese Fries - $10.59 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Fries - $8.6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wet Fries (with gravy) - $6.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings (Large) - $6.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings (Small) - $4.85 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - $3.35 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Pastrami - $7 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili (Cup) - $2.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili (Bowl) - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peppers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bar-B-Que Sauce - $1.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Gravy - $1.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beverages
- Small Drink - $2.89 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Medium Drink - $3.09 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Large Drink - $3.29 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Piña Colada Bang - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Pink Lemon Olé - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Orange Bang - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Iced Tea – Fresh Brewed - $2.89 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Milk - $1.99
- Coffee - $1.99
Frequently Asked Questions about The Hat
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers appreciate the restaurant's reliability as a casual lunch destination, highlighting its consistent service and straightforward menu for a relaxed meal.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This iconic Southern California landmark is special for its legendary pastrami dips and massive, shareable mounds of chili cheese fries.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- With a 3.0/5 rating, reviews indicate concerns regarding the quality of the pastrami and the overall value of the experience.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features over fifteen sandwich varieties, including pastrami and roast beef, alongside diverse options catering to thirty-five different dietary needs.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- The Hat is a budget-friendly ($) American restaurant offering an affordable and approachable menu for casual dining.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a casual, budget-friendly lunch experience with indulgent comfort foods like pastrami dips and chili cheese fries would enjoy this restaurant.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The Hat is suitable for families, offering a casual, approachable atmosphere with budget-friendly pricing and shareable portions like chili cheese fries.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include the legendary pastrami dip, pastrami burgers, pastrami chili cheese fries, and roast beef sandwiches with au jus.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact The Hat by visiting their official website at https://thehat.com/simi-valley/ for more information and inquiries.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates mixed dietary needs with high-protein, keto, and gluten-free options like roast beef and pastrami, alongside vegetarian onion rings.
- Is The Hat dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Hat has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side of Pastrami, Chili (Bowl) and Fries (Large).
- What can I eat at The Hat on a dairy-free diet?
- Side of Pastrami, Chili (Bowl) and Fries (Large) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 15 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Hat have vegan options?
- Yes. 13 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chili (Bowl) and Fries (Large).
- Is The Hat gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Hat?
- Roast Beef (Gravy), at roughly 63.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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