LA invented In-N-Out and continues to lead burger innovation. From smash burgers to gourmet creations, the city has options at every price point and style.
Classic LA Burgers
In-N-Out Burger
$ • Multiple Locations
The original. Animal style everything.
Apple Pan
$ • West LA
Since 1947. Hickoryburger at a counter.
Pie 'n Burger
$ • Pasadena
Pasadena institution since 1963.
Smash Burgers
Smashburger
$$ • Multiple Locations
Chain that popularized the technique.
Burgers Never Say Die
$$ • Silver Lake
Crispy smash burgers. Cult following.
Goldburger
$$ • Highland Park
Outstanding smash burger in HLP.
Gourmet Burgers
Father's Office
$$ • Santa Monica/Culver
The Office Burger. No substitutions.
Cassell's Hamburgers
$$ • Koreatown
Since 1948. Grind their own beef.
Hawkins House of Burgers
$ • Watts
Soul food burger legend.
Pro Tip: In-N-Out's secret menu is real—order Animal Style, Protein Style, or a 4x4 for the true experience.