Original Tommy's

[3] The original location was opened on May 15, 1946, by Tom Koulax[4][5] (October 26, 1918 - May 28, 1992), the son of Greek immigrants, on the northeast corner of Beverly and Rampart boulevards west of downtown Los Angeles.

[6] The stand, which still exists today, sold hamburgers and hot dogs topped with chili.

Not long after that, a second service counter occupying the building at the perimeter of the northeast lot was set up.

Most Original Tommy's restaurants are found in the Greater Los Angeles Area.

[10] In 2008, the company expanded for the first time outside of California by opening two locations in Clark County, Nevada.

The original location, at Beverly & Rampart. The Shack is in the foreground, the building surrounding is also a part of the restaurant. Patrons eat at their cars or standing at the counter along the back walls.
Older logo.
Chili Cheese Fries, served at the original location (note: cheese is served under the chili).