Best Burgers in Santa Monica (2026)
1 places ranked using live data from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats & many other platforms
Top Rated Burgers in Santa Monica
Showing 1 of 1 restaurants · Ranked by FoodIndex score
Palms n' Patties
Beach BitesGourmet patties and tropical vibes near the Santa Monica coastline.
3032 Wilshire Blvd Suite B2 · Santa Monica
About Santa Monica Burgers
Santa Monica is part of Los Angeles' broader food scene, where burger ranges from smash patties to diner-style classics. This page focuses on Santa Monica, while Sawtelle and Hollywood stay useful bookmarks when you want to plan a burger run a little farther out.
On this URL we only surface burgers spots tied to Santa Monica, 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.
Right now this page lists 1 standout burgers picks in Santa Monica, 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.
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
Palms n' Patties are considered some of the best burger spots in Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica. 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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