- the manager cesar was so nice and friendly !! very open to doing adjustments very passionate guy…read more - burger was yummy, generally don't like smash burgers. the truffle aioli was more garlicky than truffle, glad i asked for less sauce because i personally prefer it like that. mushrooms were a nice touch and the crispy of da patty i love - swapping out sesame bun for potato roll was the move - french fries so crunchy and fresh!!

One of the food trucks that sets up outside the CVS on San Vicente. It's a quaint little truck,…read moreeverything set up with bright colors. The truck is set up with a tablet you order at, and a little table you can eat at. Service was quick and easy. I ordered The Spicy, their spicy burger with jalapenos. It's a smash burger on a potato roll, and it was pretty well smashed and crispy. The star is the sauce though, it's a bright vibrant sauce with some nice umami that really ties the burger together with the jalapenos and onions. I wouldn't say it's a contender for best burger in LA, but definitely a solid option if you're in the area.

Ambiance: Indoor & Outdoor seating is available. Bar area is also cozy & nice…read more Meal choices- steaks, fish and chicken available. Plenty of sides to please the pickiest of dinners. Bar- plentiful beer, wine cocktail options Staff- super patient and friendly and knowledgeable regarding menu. Fun evening- appears to be a destination for locals...

tl;dr the solid steaks and sleeper onion rings highlight a rejuvenated menu of steakhouse classics…read moreat this timeless Santa Monica restaurant Restaurants come and go in Los Angeles faster than Disneyland passes, and only a select few spots withstand the test of time. The Golden Bull in Santa Monica is one such classic stalwart, serving Santa Monica Canyon for over 75 years (nearly as long as McDonald's has been in existence). Over the decades, this seaside chophouse has been synonymous with a mean steak and a stiff cocktail; even a recent renovation and change in ownership stayed true to the Golden Bull's core. Now, the Golden Bull remains one of the most highly recommended steakhouses in LA. Waves are crashing across Pacific Coast Highway just blocks away. Outside, the prior parking lot has been converted into a breezy street-ery. The moody interior feels straight out of an episode of Mad Men, apart from the 90s pop echoing around the room. White-linen tables are pressed up to reupholstered leather booths. The dark wooden walls are decorated with historic black-and-white photographs and portraits. A blue-toned tropical aquarium serves as the centerpiece of the trim backlit bar. I visited with my family for weekend "Golden Hour," and the space was mostly deserted. We ordered dinner and drinks across both the happy hour and standard menus. The sleeper hit of our meal was the Buttermilk Onion Rings. These rich, shoestring-style rings were plenty capable as a standalone side, but they were enhanced by the tangy garlic aioli and zingy chipotle mayo. The crispy, skin-on Garlic Herb French Fries were no slouch, either, as a sidekick to the onion rings. The other happy hour specials were less memorable; the Canyon Caesar was mostly standard, while the Fried Calamari was crispy but dry and underseasoned. The 16oz NY Strip was on the fatty side, but the deliciously seasoned, well-cooked meat never for a second needed a drop of steak sauce. The French Onion Soup was heavy on Gruyere and bageutte while curiously light on onion. The Creamed Spinach was hardly creamy or cheesy, and the spinach was unseasoned. Lastly, my Old Fashioned was stiff and otherwise standard. The service was sluggish but friendly. The happy hour prices were plenty reasonable, while the steak alone approached $70. Not all of the items were hits, but collectively, our meal was a success. In the future, I will be sure to re-order the onion rings, while I may venture further into the Golden Bull's delectable steak lineup.

Came in on a Sunday for a late brunch and was happy to find the place buzzing. There was even a…read moreprivate kids' birthday party happening -- and don't worry, it's tucked away in a separate section so you won't notice the noise. Weekday lunches here have always been on the quiet side in my experience, so it was great to see a lively crowd for once. (Because I don't want them to go out of business.) This location has everything you'd expect from Shake Shack -- attentive service, a clean and welcoming space, and those burgers, fries, and shakes that keep you coming back. The real standout, though, is the parking. The lot is literally steps from the entrance, and I found a spot easily even on a busy Sunday -- a small miracle by LA standards. Sure, it's a splurge for a burger, but some days you just need to treat yourself. This spot makes it easy to justify.

$25 for a burger and a shake. This is comical. If you ever been here the burgers are sub…read more $25 for a burger and a shake. Now I remember why I quit coming here. Another day another lost customer. Much better food for cheaper prices out there. Even in Santa Monica. You all going to go belly up. I went to Wendy's. Dave's double, 10 piece nuggets and large soda. $10.28. You all are crooked your prices are so high. Plus Wendy's uses fresh ground beef. Never frozen. You should make a slogan. Get sodomized at the shack.

My experience was very great, good customer service. Loved that the workers can recommend any good…read moreitems. Travelled about 2hrs 30mins and decided to try they amazing burgers right by the Santa Monica beach highly recommend!! Simple yet soooo flavorful :)

Fave fries I've had at a burger joint in a MIN! The burger was good too-- loved the sauce and the…read morecrispiness of the burger! Parking out back for about $3 for 3 hours! Will be back! $18 for a double patty combo

Far superior to 5 guys and many other chain restaurants. Super flavor and price !!! Fries are great…read moretoo !

From the outside to walking in the front door, the decor and feel in HiHo says fancy burger joint…read more The inside is as minimal as their menu, but the mood is set by a lot of dark brown and stained wood which is a good thing. What surprised me was the prices but more on that later. The menu is streamlined and the choices are few. What HiHo does offer is simple done correctly. The Waygu beef is fresh and they do not over season the burger. They let the natural goodness of a quality beef patty do all the talking. There is plenty of flavor but the burger is not overly greasy. The buns are made in house, as well as the pickles and they both deliver. I love a burger with shredded lettuce. The French fries are prepared fresh and cooked to perfection for my taste. I like my fries slightly crispy and a little dark. They showed up well done and almost too hot to eat. I tried their in house sauce called "Matty Sauce" and still don't know how to feel about it. It was explained to me as their version of thousand island but there was an after taste to the sauce I still can't describe. I decided I didn't care for the sauce but never stopped dipping my fries in it. So in the end, I guess I ended up liking it? I feel you will either really like it, or really dislike it. I tried both the chocolate and vanilla shakes and preferred the vanilla. The shakes are made with house made ice cream and serve their purpose. I liked the fact they have a dispenser just for water and ice. Overall I say drop what you are doing and go get a HiHo Double. The most amazing thing about this burger is its simplicity and freshness. Two things that are often overlooked and/or not well done. If you want bells and whistles go elsewhere. If you want a really, really fresh and well made burger at In N Out prices, HiHo delivers.

Every bit as good as the many other reviews you've read. We stopped here at the end of our Chicago…read moreto Santa Monica Route 66 journey and it was even better than we expected. Besides the rewarding feeling of a chocolate malt sitting at the counter, the staff made us feel very welcome and special. They gave us our Certificate of Completion, took photos and otherwise made the conclusion of our journey feel even better than it already did when we pulled into the parking lot. It's clean, well maintained, open, airy, nostalgic and loaded with references to the past and, of course Route 66. We are very grateful to way we were treated and will definitely return when we are back in the area.

Mel's Diner located at 1670 Lincoln Blvd right at the 10 Freeway exit is an iconic diner style…read morevenue for a tourist or local. This location opened about 6 or 7 years ago and has all the style of an authentic, 1950's diner with jukebox music and a traditional menu of burgers, sandwiches and dinners along with breakfast and desserts. Our server was Samuel and he seemed new at the job and was nice enough, but had to be reminded about water and my Arnold Palmer. I had the chicken soup and the Steak & Eggs and my guest had the Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup. I subbed the potatoes for mushrooms and my one problem with this place is that the food is never really hot which is bothersome. How do you not offer soup once poured into the bowl? Their prices are not cheap as the chicken soup was $9, the steak & eggs $32 (this was off the breakfast menu), $16.50 for the Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup and $6.50 for the Arnold Palmer which is a complete rip-off. The total bill was $70.54 with Tax and a cash Tip of $15.00 which was generous given the service and the fact the place was empty. Their food would be better if I received it when it was hotter, but overall was fine since at 10:26 PM there are little in terms of options to eat. While not my first, second or third choices (George's closes early which is down the block across from Whole Foods), it's has some entertaining features like a gift shop, plenty of parking and a friendly staff. RECOMMEND CONDITIONALLY.

Have I ever known what it's like to eat cookies like Cookie Monster? Well that's basically what I…read moredid today with Palm n' Patties beef tallow fries. WOW. They were so so good. I've been wanting to check this place out for awhile as they blown up on social media and today just felt like a burger and fries day and I have to say this is a place that lives up to the hype and more. I ordered the grilled smash and it was amazing. Perfectly balanced and delicious and the perfect size for me, not too big or small, not too greasy, packed a ton of flavor across the meat, cheese and perfectly balanced with their house sauce and pickle. Ate that one up too. I also appreciated their level of service in how they packaged up my order so nicely and with a great level of care, and hooked me up with a ton of fries too - they were overflowing when I opened the bag and still nice and hot when I took them home! Casual spot definitely is going to be on my list of go to regular spots for one of the BEST in LA. Hands down. I totally get it. You got something real special here Pn'P!!!

I'm not going to lie, this burger slaps! I've wanted to try this spot for a while, as I'm on a…read moremission to try all the popular smashburgers in LA. The concept of the bun's exterior being on the inside with the patty is completely new to me and gives it a different texture. The interior of the bun was buttered and heated on the griddle, though I felt it was a bit overly buttered, but not too salty. I recently had a smash burger elsewhere that was overly salty, but not here. While the price is a bit steep, I'm happy to pay more knowing they use quality ingredients. They are very efficient; I received my burger 10 minutes after ordering. However, the burgers aren't very filling. I ordered the Grilled Double Smash ($13.54), and while it was very good, I still felt a little hungry afterwards.I loved the crispy edges, the sweetness of the onions, and the butter pickles. There's so much to love about this spot. Despite ordering at the kiosk, the customer service was great. The staff was happy to offer suggestions and help. They use the best ingredients, with 100% organic, grass-fed patties, and they don't use any seed oils. You can check out their website for more details. I love eating burgers with my son, and I'll definitely bring him here again, knowing they use better ingredients. This is a place that cares about its customers and community.

This morning I visited For the Win in Brentwood. Oh my God, I'm impressed! The burger was…read moreabsolutely delicious!! I'd also like to give a special thanks to the girl at the register she was so kind and helpful! . She explained the menu to me, helped me choose, and recommended the loaded fries, which were amazing! I will definitely be coming back here regularly! Highly recommend this place!!!

I was craving a good smash burger, so when I saw For The Win on Uber Eats offering a Buy One, Get…read moreOne (BOGO) deal with fast delivery, I was sold. Excluding delivery fees from the app, I paid $14.25, which I would find reasonably priced for lunch in LA. I ordered the BOGO cheeseburger deal along with a side of sweet potato fries. Everything arrived well-packaged--no leaks or messes, and plenty of napkins and sauce packets were included. When I think of a smash burger, I expect a thin, crispy patty with a flavorful crust. Unfortunately, the patties here were relatively thick and lacked the crispy edges typically associated with a smash burger. The beef itself was fairly bland and relied heavily on the sauce for flavor. That said, I was happy with the generous amount of cheese, onions, and pickles on each burger. The sweet potato fries were the highlight of the meal. They arrived crispy, well-seasoned, and in a generous portion. No complaints there. Overall, my meal from For The Win was filling but underwhelming. Nothing was particularly bad, but nothing stood out enough to make me eager to order again. If it weren't for the online deals and quick delivery, I probably wouldn't have chosen this spot, and that sentiment remains after trying it. Since I ordered through a delivery app, I can't comment on the in-person service, ambiance, or parking situation.