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
Burgers 99
Modern RetroA sleek, modern take on the classic Southern California burger stand.
131 S La Brea Ave · Hancock Park
Fatburger
LA ClassicThe legendary LA-born chain famous for big, juicy, made-to-order burgers.
1611 N Vermont Ave · Los Feliz
Salt N’ Peppa
DTLA ComfortA cozy downtown spot serving up well-seasoned, hearty burgers.
632 S Hill St · Downtown
Marathon Burger
Quick StopA convenient Melrose stop for a reliable, classic cheeseburger.
7507 Melrose Ave · Fairfax District
Dino's Main St.
Old SchoolA classic old-school spot known for its burgers and legendary chicken.
2817 N Main St · Lincoln Heights
The Apple Pan
Historic CounterOne of LA's oldest operating diners, famous for the Steakburger and Hickory Burger.
10801 W Pico Blvd · Westside Village
Original Tommy's
Chili BurgersThe world-famous destination for incredibly messy, delicious chili cheeseburgers.
5873 Hollywood Blvd · Hollywood
Burger She Wrote
Skate VibeA skater-owned smash burger joint with a cult-like following.
7454 1/2 Beverly Blvd · Fairfax District
For The Win
Award WinnerCritically acclaimed smash burgers featuring Martin's potato rolls.
317 S Broadway B10 · Downtown
Palms n' Patties
Beach BitesGourmet patties and tropical vibes near the Santa Monica coastline.
3032 Wilshire Blvd Suite B2 · Santa Monica
About Los Angeles Burgers
Los Angeles is one of the most diverse food cities in the world, and its burger scene is no exception—from smash patties to chef-driven gourmet burgers and plenty between. Whether you want the best burgers in Los Angeles, a quick burger near Fairfax District, or a longer sit-down in Lake Balboa, the map stays crowded with worthy stops.
FoodIndex ranks burgers restaurants across Los Angeles with live inputs from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats, and similar sources, combined into one transparent 0–100 score so sponsored placements do not decide what you see first.
Right now this page lists 100 standout burgers picks in Los Angeles, including styles such as diner-style classics, chef-driven gourmet burgers, smash patties, plant-based stacks, and more. Numbers refresh as new reviews land, so the order you see tracks momentum—not a one-time snapshot.
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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 Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles 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.
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