Good burger but expensive. They have a great bogo deal sometimes on delivery apps. The two for one…read moreis extremely worth it but sometimes at normal price I might go elsewhere. Lots of good smashburgers now but this one still good too.

tl;dr the rich and crispy smash burgers are the best in the neighborhood, worthy of the premium…read moreprice; I'm sad to see the Silver Lake location shutter The broad Los Angeles burger scene is equal parts vast and contentious, and many of the most popular spots began amidst the pandemic. Such is the case with Heavy Handed, which debuted as a backyard pop-up just before the shutdown. Heavy Handed distinguishes itself on the basis of its short rib burger base and meme-filled marketing. Heavy Handed transitioned to a food truck in 2021 and now operates two brick-and-mortar locations across LA (this Silver Lake location just closed its doors). The Silver Lake outpost took over the space of beloved diner All Day Baby on a bustling strip of Sunset. The exterior combined HH's signature sunset-orange color palette with psychedelic, LA- and burger-themed murals designed by local artist DJ Neff. The spacious dining room was warmly lit by a red neon strip running the length of the ceiling. Seating options ranged from upholstered half-booths to standard wooden tables and chairs to the bar counter around the corner. Classic rock echoed around the room. My partner and I visited for weekend lunch. We ordered immediately, and our food was available within minutes. We opted to split a Double Short Rib Burger. Immediately, I was impressed by the crispy, slightly charred edges around the circumference. Meanwhile, the center bites were addictively rich and juicy. The thick-cut pickles added a vinegary snap, while the diced onions were caramelized to a jam-like consistency. The service was friendly and efficient. At first, we raised our eyebrows at the $13 pricetag, but we were satisfied with the generous portion and delicious taste. In a busy, burger-heavy neighborhood (including wildly popular peer smash burgers at The Win-Down and Goldburger), this was our favorite one.

Great burgers, very tasty and flavorful patties, Soft buns and most of all great service great…read moregroup of guys back there

Hands down the best burger in all of LA…read more Been here 3-4 times now and it is the same consistency every time I go. I love the smash patties and how thin they are which allows me to get 2-3 patties and not feel bad about it but the buns are amazing as well. Fries are absolutely crisp and have an amazing taste. Service is quick and the person at the counter is always very helpful in taking our order. If you are near by Universal this is a great stop.

Choo Choo, beware of other trains! We will be boarding in about 10 minutes:-))! Get your luggages,…read morekids, and all passengers! ALL ABOARD the train is about to move, so grab your seats, before you miss the train. I am so surprised that I haven't done a review on Carneys all these years that I have been going there. This place is iconic, historic, yet practical in every way. It's a burger joint that makes you feel like you are really eating in the train, but the train is not moving. I can't say enough good things about Carneys and the staff. Always helpful, kind, nice, take your order and in less than 5 minutes, you grab a seat on the train and eat whatever you have ordered. It's SO good! In every way! I was doing last minute Christmas shopping around the area and was craving some Cheeseburger and their chili fries. Let's not forget there chocolate dipped bananas. YUM! Walked in on 12/23/25 and there were like 7 people ahead of me. That line was cleared so fast that I didn't even feel like I was standing in line. Got their regular Cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, light onions, with their Thousand Island dressing, Also got regular size chili fries and the food was sooooo gooooood!!!! They have jalapeño peppers, chili peppers, and all the other condiments that go with great hot dogs, burgers, fries and all. Place is super clean, abundant parking spaces, cute patio, and right outside of the restaurant they have 2 bathrooms. Both clean!! Good menu options to choose from! See you again very soon. Carneys and staff, you are AWESOME!!

One of the coolest spots, off the tracks!…read more Carneys is a Union Pacific railcar restaurant in Studio City as well as West Hollywood. This location is a local favorite with a smorgasbord of options including Burgers, Sandwiches, Salads, Sides, Wraps, Tacos and yes, Hot Dogs! Adding to their comfort food menu in the coolest railcar you'll ever be stationary in. Dine inside or out on their patio. Solid veggie options including a Garden Burger, Hungry Plant (Vegan) Burger, Veggie Sandwich and others. For some reason Carneys, unlike Tail O the Pup, Cupid's, Pink's, Tony's Darts Away, Dog Haus and lots of other great Hot Dog spots doesn't have a Veggie Dog option. I do love and appreciate the Hungry Planet Burger for sure, but it be nice if they introduced this. People have been asking for years. Gluten Free options available, including buns, and they do their best to cook things separately to reduce any crossover. Though I do love getting my burger Lettuce Wrapped, and they do a good job. Great service. Great prices. Clean Restrooms. Pet friendly Family friendly. Good for lunch, "linner" and "dinner," as well as takeout or delivery. Open 7 days a week from 11AM until 10PM

We had dinner here with some friends who were staying at a nearby hotel. Everything we ordered off…read morethe menu was tasty and I especially liked the brisket egg roll. The place is super chill and no one seemed to mind that we had three young kids with us. Service was as good as it could get! They were attentive and quick. With kids in tow, we especially appreciated that the food came out quick.

I really really really like this place. I'm not sure what's…read moreup with the bad reviews. First off, they have a HUGE beer selection from all over California. They also have cali creamin from Mother Earth. A bunch of sours, stouts, pales etc on draft. They do comedy, yoga, super smash competitions, chess competitions, on different days during the month. They also have a selection of board games you can play! Perfect for a first date, or just hanging with friends. Indoor / outdoor & upstairs seating. A great place to host an event ! Lots of seating, extremely friendly staff, And they have a smoker, with some great meats! All the food I had was good, the brisket is my favorite. Cool place, with cool vibes, and a lot of cool and interesting people hangout here on the weekends. I suggest giving it a try if you're in the area. And make sure you roll the dice and try and win the jackpot ! Cool brewery spot.

Steak was SO soft and tender. 10/10 Pretzel also 10/10…read more I came here for happy hour and had 3 margaritas. They were delicious. Good energy and ambiance in this place and food comes out super quick.

Just had an unfortunate experience. I love this place. Really. The ordering system just sucks. You…read morehave to be super patient and if other people are dicks there's no one that's going to help you. I was in a long line and the 2 girls in front of me let 2 girls that they were with cut. The guy behind me and the woman behind him exchanged glances with me but whatever. Just as the bartender is getting the last of the 2 girl's their drink, their friend walks up. And I just say to her, "do not cut. Your friends just did. Don't do it again." She says she's not and asks like it's her first day on earth. Then .3 seconds later her friend that was getting her drink orders on behalf of the girl that just stepped in front. And I say, "I just said don't do that and you just did it". And she denied that she was doing it. So I look at the bartender and I say, "they've cut multiple times." To which he raises his hand with a sort of like, "I only work here" shrug and I walked off. It was so rude. The service is so bad. It makes me really sad because I think it's a really cool place, but it's not worth it. Especially if the bar staff is not going to do anything to help the situation. Very disappointing.

We had such an amazing experience at Valley Smash Burgers! From the moment we walked in, the…read moreservice was warm and welcoming. The owner, Garo, truly made us feel like family, he went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Now the food... absolutely fabulous. We ordered the Double Wagyu Smash Burgers, and wow--perfectly cooked, juicy, and packed with flavor in every bite. You can really taste the quality. The fries were crispy and delicious, the perfect side, and we couldn't leave without trying the churros, which were the perfect sweet ending, fresh, warm, and so satisfying. Everything was reasonably priced for the quality you get, which made the experience even better. Great food, great service, and a fantastic atmosphere, this place is a gem. We'll definitely be back!

Now this is a hidden gem. The price point is amazing, the fries are packed with flavor thanks to…read moretheir perfectly seasoned topping, and the burger was insanely good , juicy, crispy, and super tender all at once. You can really taste the quality of the wagyu. There's limited parking in the front, but additional parking in the back which helps. The inside is super cute too , and bright, vibrant, and full of personality. Honestly, it kind of reminded me of SpongeBob's house in the best way possible. The whole place just feels fun and lively.

This is the greatest burger I've ever had in my life!!…read more Please stay open longer, I wake up everyday and crave it.

I am not a burger person but after reading the reviews on a day I wasn't sure what to eat I decided…read moreto try a smash burger. It was juicy and very delicious. I had some specific requests and it was accommodated. Easy pick up !

Very solid smash burger . Fry portions are generous …read more Staff and owner are super cool .

We got two double burgers with jalapeños and bacon and let me tell you ooooweee they were…read morescrumptious. The ingredients are all super fresh and bun softer than my girls booty. The guy running the stand is also really nice, which makes the whole experience that much better. Highly recommend if you're in the area grab a burger and some fries--you won't be disappointed.

Ventured into Hi Ho at the height of Friday dinner time, when the whole Sportsmen's Lodge shopping…read more& dining nook was packed with people, including at least 75 kids under the age of 6. Yowza! Luckily, Hi Ho wasn't quite as busy as the pizza and ice cream shops, but there were still quite a few folks, and the staff did manage to tend to everyone nicely. If you haven't been, Hi Ho is a simple, fast food burger joint in terms of decor, but the menu (from the same people who own Matu) is a small, curated selection of very high quality options: mostly Wagyu burgers in a few different configurations, and chicken tenders + some very good, hand cut fries. This time I opted for the Pastrami Heat, a double cheeseburger fortified with spicy grilled onions and a not-too-large topper of Wagyu pastrami. I don't usually go for such an elaborate burger, but I just had a hankering. And while I won't say the burger was small, it was not as ridiculously enormous as you might get other places. The double patties were juicy and flavorful, nicely seasoned and coated in properly melted American cheese. The spicy grilled onions did pack a nice punch, but there weren't a lot of them, so their effect was minimal (definitely could use more of those). House-made pickles were pleasingly artisan, with a layered, briny flavor far more enjoyable than the commercial dill chips usually deployed. Finally, the Wagyu pastrami was really quite good. Marbled and juicy without be too fatty or too rich, thinly shaved and portioned just large enough to make its presence known without becoming unwelcome halfway through. Though decadent for sure, this was an enjoyable treat that was only about 50% guilt-inducing. Fries were fresh, hot, crispy and well done, cooked in beef tallow. Also a treat. Prices are in line with what you're paying at other fast casual burger places like Five Guys or Burger Lounge, but the quality here is definitely a step above, so you could almost say it's a deal. Of course, if you also stop into neighboring Erewhon for a smoothie, your budget will be blown.

HiHo Burgers seriously serves one of the best burgers I've ever had. Their wagyu burger is…read moreincredible and you can taste the quality immediately. It's juicy, flavorful, and somehow still simple and perfectly balanced without needing a bunch of unnecessary extras. What really says everything though is that it's kid approved. Kids can be some of the toughest food critics, and this burger passes the test every time. If a wagyu burger can impress both adults and kids, you know they're doing something right. Everything always tastes fresh and well made, and the consistency is great. It's the kind of place where you go in expecting a good burger and somehow it still manages to exceed expectations. If you're a burger lover and haven't tried HiHo yet, you're seriously missing out. Easily one of the best burger spots around.

If you're in Los Angeles and haven't tried Mouth Smashed Burgers, you're missing out on one of the…read moremost satisfying smashburger experiences in the city. Mouth Smashed keeps it simple--and that's exactly why it works. We got the triple smashed burgers. The patties are thin, crispy on the edges, and packed with flavor thanks to that perfect smash on the griddle. Each bite has that ideal balance of juicy beef, melty cheese, and a slightly toasted bun that holds everything together without getting soggy. If you're adventurous, get the pocket style chicken sandwich. It comes out piping hot and crunchy. Their house made chili and wedges are also really good. What really stands out is the consistency. Whether you go classic or add-ons, the flavors are clean and intentional--nothing feels overcomplicated. The seasoning hits just right, and the sauce adds a subtle tang that elevates the whole burger without overpowering it. The vibe is very great: low-key, no-frills, but quality-focused. It's the kind of spot you go to when you just want a really good burger done right--no gimmicks, no distractions. End your meal with the salted caramel shake and you're in heaven at that point. Bottom line: the Mouth Smashed Burgers delivers exactly what a smashburger should be--crispy, juicy, and crave-worthy. Definitely a must-try if you're exploring the burger scene in LA. Parking is a little difficult as it's in a very bus area. Service is great and the owner is really nice.

OUTSTANDING smash burger! OUTSTANDING! The BEST smash burger I've ever had! Perhaps the best smash…read moreburger in all of Burbank and beyond! Highly impressive food quality! The inside is quaint, clean and accomodating! Anthony took my order and he fast, friendly and knowlegeable of the food itself. I am officially their newest regular!