10 Best Burger Restaurant in Los Angeles Right Now
It’s no secret that Los Angeles is home to some of the best burgers in the country. In fact, the city has become so well-known for its delicious hamburgers that there’s an entire festival dedicated to them!
Why do we love burgers so much? Well, first of all, they’re delicious. There’s nothing quite like biting into a juicy burger, the juices running down your chin as you take in the perfect combination of flavors.
Second of all, they’re versatile. Whether you want a classic cheeseburger or something more unique, there’s a burger out there for everyone.
And last but not least, they’re easy to find. No matter what part of Los Angeles you’re in, chances are you won’t be far from a great burger joint.
Another reason could be familiarity. We don’t want to be challenged when we eat out, and the taste of the familiar is most welcome, at least to Americans. The flavor of a burger is the most familiar in terms of taste to Americans, and it’s no surprise. It’s a common food.
So, what makes a burger amazing? Is it the perfectly cooked patty? The fresh, crispy bun? Or is it the toppings?
What really makes a burger amazing is when all of those elements come together to create a burger that’s greater than the sum of its parts. But I think the answer is a little more complicated than that.
The ingredients that are put on top of a burger—bacon, cheeses, and sauces, for example—are typically the things that determine its grade. However, a delicious burger begins with the patty itself. All of those toppings cannot disguise a bad hamburger. Amazing burgers are created with proper ground beef (or vegan mix) that is seasoned well and handled gently to produce a patty that’s cooked in a cast-iron skillet.
We are no expert when it comes to burgers, but we do know a great burger when we taste one. So without further ado, in no particular orders, here are the best burger joints in Los Angeles right now.
Best Burgers in Los Angeles
Here are our picks for the best burgers in Los Angeles right now.
Horses
7617 Sunset Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90046 – Yelp it
Horses is LA’s most popular current restaurant, and visitors are coming for the scene, drinks, and food — particularly a show-stopper of a burger. This is the newest great burger in Los Angeles, with a rich, filling cuisine served with plenty of fries (and each customer gets their own bottle of Heinz ketchup!).
The Wolves
519 S Spring St Los Angeles, CA 90013 – Yelp it
Laurent Quenioux introduced a delicious stuffed burger with some cheese, onions caramelized in sherry, and a stacked side of fries at the reborn Wolves in Downtown LA.
Burger She Wrote
7454 1/2 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles – Yelp it
Now that the popular smashed patties from Los Angeles have arrived in Beverly Boulevard, expect slim, crispy edges with a lot of melted American cheese. This heavily-pressed newcomer will provide you with thin, crispy edges and plenty of melted American cheese.
Say It Ain’t
11136 W Magnolia Blvd North Hollywood, CA 91601 – Yelp it
Valley pop-up Say It Ain’t So’s plant-based burgers don’t skimp on luxury. Take a look at the double-Impossible patties, gooey non-dairy cheese, and soft but sturdy buns; this isn’t the type of restaurant that plays around with meat or not.
Great White Cafe
244 N Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 – Yelp it
Great White, the Venice hotspot, has expanded its Aussie presence east by taking over the expensive Larchmont block with the same all-day blend of breakfast burritos, coffee, salads, dinner pizzas, and one of LA’s best burgers.
Fellow
1071 Glendon Ave Los Angeles, CA 90024 – Yelp it
Fellow is an all-day dining restaurant and café in Westwood that serves burgers, pasta, pizza, and other dishes. The Fellow in Westwood is a place for exquisite dinner indulgence, but it’s also the place to get one of Los Angeles’ best recent bar burgers, a beefy monster that goes great with a drink.
Proudly Serving
136 International Boardwalk Redondo Beach, CA 90277 – Yelp it
The original stand at this South Bay burger chain began as a pop-up and has now expanded into a permanent location on the boardwalk, where it serves smashed and delicious burgers with plenty of cheese, sauce, and pickles. The eatery is open until late, so you can eat a burger after spending some time at the beach.
Commodity (Hamburgers Nice)
1322 Coronado Ave Long Beach, CA 90804 – Yelp it
Hamburgers Nice is Long Beach’s answer to the itinerant Los Angeles smashburger pop-ups. This mobile setup also serves breakfast burgers, chorizo burgers, and other selections that go well beyond beef.
For The Win
12602 Hadley St Whittier, CA 90601 – Yelp it
As smashburger spreads across Los Angeles, it is Hollywood’s For the Win that is riding the wave the best. The group has expanded to Whittier and is now cooking burgers in Glendale with rave reviews. For the Win’s smashburger is simple: thin, juicy patties that are smashed on a hot griddle and topped with melty American cheese. Available in single, double, or triple patty versions to fit your appetite.
Moo’s Craft Barbecue
2118 N Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90031 – Yelp it
The beef is smoked at Moo’s Craft Barbecue in Lincoln Heights, but it’s ground, patties, and served thick on a spongey bun with sharp raw onions for their much-loved new burger. This is a pub-style burger for people who are sick of smashed food but be careful since there are usually only limited amounts available.
American loves burgers and there is always a new burger joint opening up. Check out these best burger places in Los Angeles right now!
Why Do WE Love Burgers So Much?
A burger is a perfect food. It’s portable, easy to eat, and infinitely customizable. You can make a burger with almost anything, which is why they’re so popular all over the world.
No matter what your taste buds are craving, you’ll find a burger in Los Angeles that will satisfy your hunger. From classic cheeseburgers to gourmet burgers topped with foie gras, there’s something for everyone.
So what are you waiting for? Get out there and start exploring all the delicious burgers Los Angeles has to offer!
Did we miss your favorite burger spot? Let us know in the comments below!
Founder, Editor-In-Chief // A native Angeleno. John studied engineering at UCLA; founded Schmoozd, an offline social tech networking event in LA with 30,000 subs; ran a startup accelerator (StartEngine). Worked for several major brands like Toyota, DIRECTV, Hitachi, ICANN, and Raytheon. A mentor at Loyola Marymount University (LMU) Entrepreneur School, Dr. David Choi. And advises a dozen local LA startups building amazing tech in various industries; and invested in some. // Let's Connect: john@lastartups.com
