5 Best Burger Restaurants in Los Angeles (2026)

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By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Los Angeles has no shortage of people arguing over the best burger restaurants in town, and the numbers back up why. Original Tommy's alone has logged over 10,000 Google reviews, more than the rest of this list combined, while three smaller smash-burger spots hold ratings of 4.5 or higher on a fraction of that volume, so the real question is whether you're chasing a legend or a hidden gem.

Short answer: For burger restaurants in Los Angeles, Original Tommy's is the most-reviewed by a wide margin (4.6 stars across more than 10,000 Google reviews), while Glory Burgers holds the highest rating among the higher-volume spots at 4.8 stars. Smash-burger specialists The Win~Dow Silver Lake and BURGERS NEVER SAY DIE round out the list for a more casual, walk-up experience, with burgers typically running $8 to $20 a person.

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The LA Burger Lineup, Side by Side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Original Tommy's	4.6 ★	10,365	Late-night chili burger classic	View ›
2	Cassell's Hamburgers	4.5 ★	2,159	Classic diner burger with breakfast	View ›
3	Glory Burgers	4.8 ★	776	Downtown LA halal smash burger	View ›
4	BURGERS NEVER SAY DIE	4.3 ★	1,278	Silver Lake smash burger	View ›
5	The Win~Dow Silver Lake	4.5 ★	662	Budget smash burger and shakes	View ›

5 Best Burger Restaurants in Los Angeles (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Original Tommy's

4.610,365 Google reviews

Original Tommy's is a Los Angeles hamburger stand known for its chili burgers, operating as a walk-up counter with no indoor seating. It serves a classic fast-food style menu of chili cheeseburgers, chili fries and hot dogs, and has become one of the most recognized burger names in the city. It is by far the most-reviewed burger restaurant on this page.

What people praise

Massive, consistent review base built over years of operation
Cashiers described as friendly and willing to personalise orders
Chili fries frequently singled out as a standout combination
Plenty of free parking on site

Worth knowing

No indoor seating, so you eat standing or take it to go
Some reviewers compare the burger unfavourably to fast-food chains on flavour

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume10,365 · 98th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 months ago

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Rating breakdown75% 5-star

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Our take: The most-reviewed burger stop in Los Angeles by a huge margin, and a genuine LA institution, though the burger itself splits opinion more than the smaller specialists on this list.

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2575 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90057

#2🕑 Open 7 days

Cassell's Hamburgers

4.52,159 Google reviews

Cassell's Hamburgers is a Koreatown diner inside the historic Hotel Normandie, founded in 1948 and known for grinding its beef fresh daily on the restaurant's original crossfire broiler. Beyond burgers, it runs a full 1950s-style breakfast menu, milkshakes, house-made pies and a stocked bar, and has been recognised with a People's Choice Burger Award from Los Angeles Magazine.

What people praise

Fresh-ground beef daily using the original 1948 equipment
Breakfast menu, including breakfast burritos, praised as strong as the burgers
Classic 50s diner atmosphere reviewers describe as a Koreatown staple
Full sit-down service with table seating, unlike the walk-up spots on this list

Worth knowing

Prices run noticeably higher than fast-food-style competitors
Street parking only, which reviewers describe as difficult to find

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume2,159 · 93th

Confidencevery high

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown67% 5-star

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Our take: The most historic sit-down option here, with nearly eight decades of pedigree behind it. Worth the higher price if you want a full diner experience rather than a quick bite.

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3600 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020

#3🕑 Open 7 days

Glory Burgers

4.8776 Google reviews

Glory Burgers is a Downtown LA hamburger spot near 7th and Spring, serving 100% fresh ground Angus chuck halal burgers along with fries, wings and frozen cocktails from a walk-up window with patio seating. The menu ranges from a classic cheeseburger to a Backyard Burger with candied bacon and smoked gouda, and there's a vegan patty option available.

What people praise

Fast turnaround even during lunch rush, per multiple reviewers
Halal beef patties smashed thin with a crisp edge
Spacious patio seating, unusual for a walk-up burger spot downtown
Frozen margaritas called out as a pleasant surprise

Worth knowing

No indoor seating

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume776 · 78th

Confidencevery high

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

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Our take: The highest-rated of the higher-volume spots on this page, and the pick for anyone downtown who wants a halal option without sacrificing quality or speed.

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840 S Spring St A, Los Angeles, CA 90014

#4🕑 Open 7 days

BURGERS NEVER SAY DIE

4.31,278 Google reviews

BURGERS NEVER SAY DIE is a Silver Lake smash-burger spot with a short, focused menu of burgers and fries, served from a walk-up window with outdoor seating. It has built a strong following through delivery apps and word of mouth around its thin, crisp-edged patties and beef tallow fries, styled as a no-frills, order-two kind of place.

What people praise

Crisp, well-seared smash-burger patties with strong flavour, per multiple reviewers
Fries and house cheese sauce called out specifically as standouts
Fast, efficient service with minimal wait
Popular on delivery apps with promotional deals

Worth knowing

A few reviewers found pricing steep for the portion size
No lettuce offered on the standard build, according to one reviewer

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.3 / 5

Review volume1,278 · 88th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

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Rating breakdown66% 5-star

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Our take: The lowest rating of the group but still solidly positive, and a genuine Silver Lake neighbourhood favourite for a straightforward smash burger.

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2388 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039

#5🕑 Open 7 days

The Win~Dow Silver Lake

4.5662 Google reviews

The Win~Dow Silver Lake is a walk-up burger and ice cream window open seven days a week, serving classic smash burgers, fried chicken sandwiches and grain bowls alongside milkshakes. It has no indoor seating, just outdoor stools and tables, and leans into a casual, neighbourhood-hangout feel with a mural marking the storefront.

What people praise

Burgers described by multiple reviewers as some of the best they've had, at a low price point
Fast service, often three to five minutes from order to food
Milkshakes and ice cream add-ons praised alongside the burgers
Easy street parking, unusual for this part of Silver Lake

Worth knowing

Very limited outdoor seating that fills up quickly

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume662 · 73th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown74% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong value pick for anyone who wants a quality smash burger without the higher price tag of some competitors, backed by some of the most detailed, enthusiastic reviews on this list.

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1529 Griffith Park Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the restaurant’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, measured against the other Los Angeles burger restaurants on this page. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.6 from over 10,000 people carries more weight than a 4.8 from a few hundred. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a burger cost in Los Angeles? (2026)

Prices vary by spot, from fast-food-style counters to full-service diners. Based on the price-per-person figures reviewers reported for restaurants on this page, expect the following ranges:

Job	Typical price
Walk-up smash burger and fries	$10 to $20 / person
Full diner meal with sides and a drink	$20 to $35 / person

Ranges compiled August 2026 from price-per-person figures reported by Google reviewers of the restaurants on this page. Menu prices change, so check current pricing directly with each restaurant.

Serving all of Los Angeles

These burger spots cover Downtown LA, Koreatown and Silver Lake, with several drawing visitors from across the metro. Searching for a burger restaurant near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions so you can find the closest option fast.

What to ask before you pick a burger spot

Is there indoor seating, or is it walk-up only?
Do they offer a vegan or vegetarian patty option?
Is the location halal, and does that matter for your group?
What are the current wait times during peak hours?
Is parking available on site or nearby?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these burger restaurants?

We started from real burger and hamburger spots in Los Angeles with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which Los Angeles burger spot has the most reviews?

Original Tommy’s has by far the largest review base on this page, with more than 10,000 Google reviews.

Are there halal burger options in Los Angeles?

Yes. Glory Burgers in Downtown LA serves halal beef patties, and it’s one of the highest-rated spots on this list.

The bottom line

Original Tommy’s is the safe default for a classic LA burger experience on sheer track record, while Glory Burgers is the top-rated pick if you want a smaller, more polished spot downtown. Either way, expect a wait during peak lunch and dinner hours.

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