Best Burgers in Los Angeles (2026)
100 places ranked using live data from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats & many other platforms
Top Rated Burgers in Los Angeles
Showing 10 of 100 restaurants · Ranked by FoodIndex score
The Counter
Custom BuildPremium, build-your-own burgers with a seemingly endless list of toppings.
2901 Ocean Park Blvd Ste 102 · Sunset Park
Black Sheep Burgers
Creative FlavorsInnovative, chef-driven burgers that break the traditional fast-food mold.
11313 Mississippi Ave · Sawtelle
Ban Ban Burger
Thai TwistIncredible smash burgers infused with vibrant Thai flavors.
1644 Sawtelle Blvd #3149 · Sawtelle Japantown
HiHo Cheeseburger
Wagyu BeefThe only burger joint serving exclusively 100% grass-fed Wagyu beef.
1320 2nd St Ste B · Downtown
Melrose Burgers
Local ComfortA reliable, comforting stop for a classic cheeseburger on Melrose.
7751 1/2 Melrose Ave · Fairfax District
Humble Potato
Japanese FusionJapanese-inspired burgers and loaded fries in a neighborhood setting.
12608 Washington Blvd B · Mar Vista
The Win Dow
Cult FavoriteA beloved walk-up window famous for simple, affordable smash burgers.
425 Rose Ave · Venice
For The Win
Award WinnerCritically acclaimed smash burgers featuring Martin's potato rolls.
8500 Beverly Blvd Suite 105 · Beverly Grove
About Los Angeles Burgers
The best burger in LA is a fight worth having. This is a city with a genuine claim to burger culture. In-N-Out was born here, smash burgers in Los Angeles have their own devoted scene, and the gourmet burger conversation has been running long enough that the best spots have had years to sharpen what they do. Best burgers in Los Angeles are among the highest-volume food searches in the city, which tells you exactly how seriously locals take this.
The spread across the city is what makes it interesting. Venice has Lokal Burger Bar on Lincoln Blvd holding a top-5 position. Koreatown has two strong entries: Monty's Good at #1, a fully plant-based spot that's become one of the most-reviewed vegan burgers in the city, and Cassell's Hamburgers, a spot that's been doing this long before the word "gourmet" got attached to it. West Hollywood's Irv's Burgers and Carney's Restaurant represent two very different ends of the burger spectrum, both worth your time. The Fairfax District has Mr. Charlie's, Downtown has Shake Shack and Glory Burgers, and Hollywood has more legitimate options per block than most neighborhoods in the country.
California burger chains get plenty of attention, but the best burgers in Los Angeles are almost always independents. Spots that have been earning their scores review by review rather than coasting on brand recognition. The FoodIndex score filters Google, Yelp, and Uber Eats signals into a single number so the rankings reflect merit. If you're after the best burger in Pasadena, the neighborhood filter at the top of the page gets you there without scrolling the whole list.
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
Monty's Good, Lokal Burger Bar, and Chris N Eddy’s are considered some of the best burger spots in Los Angeles based on FoodIndex data. Rankings use signals like rating quality, review volume, recency, and consistency across public platforms, so the top spots reflect places with strong customer feedback.
FoodIndex gives each place a 0–100 score based on public ratings, review counts, recent activity, and consistency across platforms. Places with strong reviews, steady customer feedback, and enough review volume usually rank higher.
No. FoodIndex rankings are not paid placements. The order is based on data signals, not ads, sponsorships, or restaurant promotions.
Use the restaurant list, neighborhood filters, and address details on this page to find burgers near you in Los Angeles. You can also open each restaurant profile to compare ratings, review counts, menu links, and ordering options.
Yes. Ratings, reviews, menus, and restaurant details can change, so FoodIndex rankings may shift as new data comes in. Check back before you choose a place, especially if you are planning a visit, pickup, or delivery.
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