Best Burgers in Downtown (2026)
16 places ranked using live data from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats & many other platforms
Top Rated Burgers in Downtown
Showing 10 of 16 restaurants · Ranked by FoodIndex score
Burger Lounge
Grass-FedEco-conscious chain serving 100% grass-fed beef burgers.
213 Arizona Ave · Downtown
Shake Shack
Modern ClassicEast Coast favorite bringing ShackBurgers and crinkle-cut fries to the West Coast.
501 Wilshire Blvd · Downtown
Glory Burgers
DTLA SpotJuicy, over-the-top burgers served in the heart of downtown.
840 S Spring St A · Downtown
Shake Shack
Modern ClassicEast Coast favorite bringing ShackBurgers and crinkle-cut fries to the West Coast.
400 W 8th St · Downtown
BurgerShop
Fast CasualA straightforward menu of delicious, classic American cheeseburgers.
724 S Spring St · Downtown
Habit Burger & Grill
CharbroiledFamous for their signature charbroiled Charburgers and fresh ingredients.
888 S Hope St · Downtown
Burger Lounge
Grass-FedEco-conscious chain serving 100% grass-fed beef burgers.
213 Arizona Ave · Downtown
HiHo Cheeseburger
Wagyu BeefThe only burger joint serving exclusively 100% grass-fed Wagyu beef.
1320 2nd St Ste B · Downtown
Five Guys
Peanut OilFamous for unlimited toppings and fresh-cut fries cooked in peanut oil.
735 S Figueroa St #120 · Downtown
Plant-It Burger
Vegan ComfortA 100% plant-based menu delivering guilt-free, fast-food style burgers.
724 S Spring St · Downtown
About Downtown Burgers
Local burger energy in Downtown shows up as chef-driven gourmet burgers on some corners and smash patties on others—classic Los Angeles overlap. Compare listings here, then keep Mid-City and Westlake in mind if you like to hop neighborhoods for your next burger.
On this URL we only surface burgers spots tied to Downtown, but each still earns its rank with the same 0–100 blend we use Los Angeles-wide, so you can trust the signal even when the geography is small.
We're highlighting 16 highly rated burgers options in Downtown; behind each name you'll see coverage spanning diner-style classics, chef-driven gourmet burgers, smash patties, plant-based stacks, and more. Scores move when fresh ratings roll in, which keeps the leaderboard honest for return visits.
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Best Coffee in Downtown
Handcrafted, customized pour-over blends made to order.
A downtown refuge famous for perfectly spiced, authentic chai.
Best Pizza in Downtown
Classic New York-style slices and hearty square pies built for folding.
No-frills, high-quality New York-style slices perfect for a quick lunch.
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How FoodIndex Scores Restaurants
Every venue earns a single 0–100 FoodIndex score by combining signals from major platforms—stars, review volume, recency, and consistency—so you can compare places fairly at a glance.
Google Reviews
Aggregate star ratings and review volume from Google Maps.
Yelp Ratings
Weighted scores from Yelp’s review community and elite reviewers.
Uber Eats Data
Delivery ratings, order frequency, and customer satisfaction.
Frequently Asked Questions
The top burgers spots in Downtown are ranked by FoodIndex using a 0–100 score built from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats, and other signals. We prioritize places with strong, recent review volume and consistent ratings—then order them by that combined score.
Downtown is part of Los Angeles's food scene—think neighborhood favorites, diverse cuisines, and steady foot traffic from locals and visitors. This list focuses on burgers specifically, using data rather than editorial picks.
We aggregate star ratings, review counts, and recency across platforms, then normalize everything into one transparent score. That helps you compare apples-to-apples even when review patterns differ by platform.
Yes. As new reviews publish and ratings change, scores are recalculated so the leaderboard reflects the latest available data.
We love hearing suggestions. Reach out via our contact page with the restaurant name and location—we use it to prioritize future coverage and data checks.