WHEN: Tue @7pm Located in a small plaza, while there is free parking, it's also quite limited with it being share with other business establishments. However, since we came at night time where most of them were closed, we got parking right in front. This spot is more of a take-away place, with 6 counter seatings indoors, and maybe 3 chairs right out front. This tiny burger spot seems to be run by just one person, so it helps that you can self-order at their kiosk. He was very attentive juggling between cooking the made-to order items, and check in on the costumers in case they had questions. After placing my order at their one device, it was roughly a 15 minutes wait. Here's what we ordered: CHEESEBURGER - $9.90 High-quality beef patty smashed with grilled onions, serviced on a toasted Martin's potato bun and topped with pickles and their fry sauce. I really enjoyed this rich tasting burger. I think that fry sauce was a huge factor...but also that soft bun...and that flavorful beef patty. I really enjoyed this. FRIES - $5.25 Golden Thing-Cut Fries. Perfect. I mean this was made to order so they were warm, crispy and so dang good! It's how fries everywhere should be! I was hoping to come back during my trip in LA, but it's okay, it won't be the last time I visit. read more

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We've been ordering from FTW for months because whenever i think of a smash burger, its either the ones i make myself or the ones from FTW. The crispy lace edges, the juicy center, the grilled onion, the slightly spicy sauce, the slightly sweet bun...all dreamworthy! Their sweet potato fries aren't all that great to look at, but omg, always perfectly cooked and salted! Perfectly complimented with the fry sauce. All that said, we were disappointed when we received our last order: 1. Packaging change (paper wrapped instead of cardboard box for the burgers) robbed the craveable edges of their crispness. Plus there was so much grease on the paper wraps it actually made it messier to eat than before. 2. The sauce has changed. The spice level increased (still not too spicy), but a side of sauce (which you pay more than a $1 for) is now sent in a premade branded packet. I have zero issues paying extra for a good sauce made fresh in-house, but instead of tasting like a fresh sauce made with mayo and spices, it now tastes of oil and spices and is not nearly as tasty. We noticed the difference on the burgers as well, so it seems like their sauce is all premade now and not nearly as good. read more

While waiting for my car to get done at Toyota . I was hungry and decided to try their burger. I got the doubles smash burger with fries and a vanilla shake and it was very yummy. Service was good snd they use a kiosk for your orders. It's small inside with very little seating, but they have a few seats out front too. Great place to grab a burger if you're waiting on your car to get serviced and you're hungry. read more

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Very small hole in the wall, barely any seating inside. Not meant for a chill hangout spot. More like.. order, eat quick and go. Or pick up and eat outside? But the smash burger was delicious and their fries were also so good! read more

For The Win - Cheeseburger, Fries - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

I dream about this burger every night. It's unreal! Some might say the best smashburger in LA and with good reason. This location is very small and doesn't have much indoor seating so you're better off getting take out or ordering through the app. Also shout out to the team here for a solid playlist! They have an exceptional taste in music. For the Win really knows what they're doing. They crisp the patty so well giving it that extra crunch and texture. You can get up to three patties but I find that one or two are just fine, two is perfect on a gym day. I do wish they gave more pickles, I think a third pickle would really make the burger even better. I love the fact that they have sweet potato fries as an option and brussels sprouts. Their regular fries are good but definitely get the sweet potato ones or the brussels sprouts because they're a great side dish too and I don't see those on the menu often with smashburgers. I also appreciate the fact that they don't overdo it on the price unlike other burger joints in LA; this place has similar prices to Shake Shack but quality is superior. If you find yourself craving a smashburger, you know where to go. You won't be disappointed! read more

Yummm so good! The burgers have a yummy peppery kick and theyre not too oily! The fries and sweet potato fries are so good and thin too. Def coming here again. There's free parking but the space is tight!! read more

For The Win - Hamburger Sweet Potato Fries Fries - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

Location matters I guess? Normally this is my FAV smash burger. Not this location. I can't comment on the service because I used the tablet. But my burger was drowning in sauce so that it was inedible. There was way too much salt. I only finished half. The fries were great. read more

For The Win - Cheeseburger - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

This is a small establishment where you order from a screen. A few counter seats inside, but it's not the kind of place you'd want to eat in with friends or a date night, etc. it's more of a takeout situation. Just fyi! The food was fantastic if you're a fan of smash burgers . I had a single cheeseburger and a side of sweet potato fries (to make me feel like I was getting some veggie time). There was no one there when I ordered so my food came out pretty quickly. The guy working was friendly and I enjoyed every bite of my meal! Beverages are all overpriced, self-serve cans in a small fridge. Giving a 4 star only because of this. A can of soda is $4.95 which is too much...but I still bought one. Oh well. And I'd prefer to have a fountain beverage over a can. (Pro tip: a nice food option if you have to wait 2 hours for service at America's Tire because you ran over a nail the night before and woke up to a flat.) read more

For The Win - Single cheeseburger & sweet potato fries - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

Food was so mid for how overpriced it is; + we ordered fries and definitely paid for them but the worker disagreed saying his ticket didn't show it so we did not get them Also what burger spot doesn't have yellow chilis? Second time here and definitely the last. Would not recommend dealing with the shitty service read more

For the Win is a local burger chain with a couple locations in the LA area specializing in smash burgers. I saw the shop in a feature on the local independent burger scene and thought I'd check it out. For the Win promises a good - quite good - burger at an elevated price that makes it a one-and-done visit. I swung by on a Sunday afternoon, and placed my order on one of two touchscreens. I was not greeted on entry nor asked if I had any questions, despite bringing in tow my quite charismatic infant who universally invites a warm reception. The young lady behind the counter seemed idle with few orders making the lack of a greeting especially jarring. There may have been a slight language barrier after talking briefly on receiving my order, but with two people working in such a small shop I found the touchscreens unnecessary and removed the personal touch I look for in independent spots like this. I ordered a double cheeseburger ($13.40) which was great. Soft beef, a slightly crispy edge (which could be more caramelized / crispy to push into 5/5 territory), gooey cheese, and an excellent potato roll, grilled onion, and sauce. Aside from maybe a touch more crisp at the edges the burger was perfect. I disliked how the menu had every topping (lettuce, tomatoes) at an extra charge. For a burger of this price these should be gratis. I understand a classic smash burger doesn't have this, but this struck me more as nickel and diming rather than customization. The inside is spartan, with some retro art on the walls. Supplies and cases of soft drinks are visible behind the counter, cheapening the façade. Everything is clean but doesn't leave the impression of a place I'd like to bring a family to. Take out recommended. Prices, as above, are elevated, although the food quality (just) justifies the price. Overall For the Win offers a great burger, mediocre location and service, at an elevated price. Is it a winner? Sure, but it's no champion. Food: 4.5/5 Service: 3.5/5 Ambiance: 3.5/5 Value: 4/5 read more

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The burger was actually really good until I found a hair in it. I tried calling a few times to let them know and give feedback, but no one ever answered. I know mistakes happen, but this was really disappointing. read more

Heard a lot of amazing things about this place and would love to give it 5 stars but I just couldn't do that with a pure heart. Meat was solid, just really thin. Yes, it's a smash burger, but it felt like meat chips in certain areas, although buns were top notch! Overall flavor was great, and when I asked for extra jalepenos, they delivered!! Service was quick and friendly as I got it to go. Ambiance is super cozy, but I wouldn't recommend eating inside. It's probably more comfy to take it to go and watch a movie while you eat. If I knew nothing about this place, I could give it a 5 star rating, but a bit overpriced, and a bit overrated. I'm still an in n out fan for a simple affordable burger. But their shakes are bomb! read more

For The Win - Bacon Cheeseburger w/ Jalepenos - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

Great burger. Small space with indoor and outdoor seating, good place to grab a meal if you are waiting to get your car fixed read more

I'm one who's always up for a good smash burger, but this For the Win location was a bit disappointing. The burger itself was great but for the price point, we could've easily dined at a better spot. Spent $100 for 3 single cheeseburgers, 2 double cheeseburgers (with no additional toppings), 4 fries and 1 order of brussel sprouts (which was my favorite out of the entire meal). Was charged 75 cents extra for ranch as well as a 4% kitchen service charge. There is no where to sit inside aside from a few seats against the wall. No restrooms to wash your hands. They also couldn't provide cups of ice water. Unfortunately I don't plan to come back because this one missed the mark and was more like "For the Loss". read more

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This location is very small and has limited seating outside. Location clean and the worker are friendly. Service was outstanding. The double patty was perfectly portioned and highly satisfying. The flavor profile was commendable, it was undeniably delicious. Mainly because the Awesome cook cooked my burger to perfection. read more

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Just ordered this place on Postmates after hearing such great reviews about it and it was WORTH the hype. The burgers were fantastic. Not too oily. Sauce was bomb. Definitely can't wait to have it again. read more

I'm not sure if it was the location, the day, or the staff, but I can honestly say this was on the worse end of smash burgers I've had. The location is small with an accompanying small section of bar seating and some seating outside with uncomfortably small tables. The strip mall is busy, it's hard to find a spot at any time of the day and the residental street parking is quite busy as well. We got both the sweet potato and normal fries which were pretty decent, but it's ruined by their fry sauce. It could have been the batch but it's just perhaps too sweet with an unappetizing mouthfeel. It's served on the side though, so you can opt out. The burger patties were a decent size, but again was ruined by the fry sauce. The patties themselves had no sear from maillard reaction, there wasn't enough heat. It's also not like the cost is that cheap. I know the burger game in LA is tough and nobody is beating In-N-Out. But even a stone's throw away there are superior burgers for less. Out of respect I won't outright name them, but for that reason I don't feel compelled to give it another try either. read more

For The Win - Double - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

I was in a terrible funk and craving a fried chicken sandwich when I found this place on Yelp. Turns out they don't offer fried chicken sandwiches anymore, so I ordered their smash cheeseburger which, clearly, is what they're known for. I am so glad they keep their menu focused on what they do best. This burger genuinely healed me. You know when you're hungry and expecting something just okay, but instead you get something hot, comforting, and exceptionally delicious? That's exactly what happened. The smash burger was hot, melty, soft, perfectly cooked, and deeply satisfying in a way that made me feel nourished, not just fed. On top of that, the person helping me was genuinely kind, which made the whole experience even better. Cannot recommend this place enough. If you're even thinking about getting a smash burger- this is the one. read more

Amazing smash burger. I loved the sauce. It had just a little kick that made the fries and burger taste wonderful. And the strawberry shake was my favorite. Small shop but we went in Sunday afternoon so I can't speak to how busy or crowded it is. read more

For The Win - Single cheeseburger and loaded fries - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

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Came in around 1pm on weekday and only one other customer which was great. Friendly staff greeted me when i walked into the small entrance. Easy ordering via the touchpad. I added lettuce & tomato and opted out of the grilled onions. Double cheeseburger came quickly and was delicious and fantastically smashed. Great texture to the patties that were well seasoned and held a pleasant amount of grease/juice. American cheese was creamy and added classic flavor--speaking of flavor the fry sauce on the burger had great balance of ketchup/mayo+. Wish the price point was a bit lower but I'm sure covering rent in LA is not cheap. Definitely recommend especially during off peak hours. Great cheeseburger read more

For The Win - double chee - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

For the Win is a bit overrated in my opinion. This location is tucked inside a tiny closet-sized nook within a small strip mall. The parking lot is cramped and almost impossible to find a spot so you'll likely need to head down the street. You wouldn't even know there's a burger place there if it wasn't for the line of people waiting to order or waiting for their food. There's hardly any seating, only a couple small tables, so plan on eating elsewhere. It's elbow-room only inside, not even enough space to stand and wait. You will have to pay LA prices for a cheeseburger, fries, Brussel sprouts, and can of soda. Also need to pay extra for lettuce or tomato as they are not staples here, which is a bummer since I don't normally like pickles or onions. I do prefer the smash burger style to other burger varieties, and their burgers are a generous size. They are also super gooey and saucy. However, the buns are too small for what's inside. The fries are good but nothing remarkable. I really enjoyed the burssel sprouts, they had a nice tangy flavor and crispy shell. If there was no wait and less claustrophobic places to enjoy a meal, I would be all about FTW, but as is, this location is hectic and the burger just doesn't wow me for the price tag. I hope to find a better location for a future visit. read more

What a great burger!! Still one of the best smash in town and without the bells and whistles. Staff and service always friendly and accommodating and the place is located in a strip mall that has plenty of parking and never crazy lines. You might liken the 80's posters too ;) We keep on coming back!! read more

I love a good smash burger and For The Win has one of the best in town. So it is with a heavy heart that I have to give them 3 stars. It's not because of the food because it is outstanding. It's because of the location. There is hardly any seating, there are piles of supplies stacked everywhere you can see, and the service is always hit and miss. If it had a few tables, they neatened up the place, and had consistent service, I'd give them more stars. But the food is top notch and absolutely delicious. And that's what keeps me coming back. read more

For The Win - Single smash burger. Look at that crispy lace around the patty!!!! Perfection! - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

This place definitely lives up to all the hype on all platforms of social media!!! I live in Glendale and have seen this place 2-3 times per week, but because I am always trying places outside of Glendale, I have never had the time. Leading up to our visit, I had seen that there were opening more locations and started to look at the postings, and man, the burgers looked good and thier fries, also lots of talk about their fries.. So we gave it try, and man, do those girls at this location work their butt's off!! So we ordered everything we could and man was it worth it!! Food and Flavor 5 Stars Customer Service and Speed of Food 5 Stars read more

For The Win - Double cheeseburger with bacon and extra pickles - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

I'd heard great things about this place from one of those Best Burgers in LA articles and I'm always up for a great burger so on a rainy Sunday afternoon I made my up to Glendale to try it. I got the hamburger, fries and (to be somewhat healthy) the Brussels sprouts. I got my food to go, but I couldn't resist trying a few fries in the car and it was so worth it. The fries were hot and crispy, they are thin cut old school style, not soggy even though they were in a bag. The burger and Brussels sprouts that I ate at home were good too. The burger was smash burger style, juicy and well seasoned. The Brussels sprouts were crispy and tasty also, I think they were fried so they were not as healthy as I was hoping for but it was still a veggie on my plate no less. The staff was friendly and it seemed like a place where locals would go. It's nothing too fancy and there's not a lot of room inside so I wouldn't say you should plan on eating here with a big group. As I waited on my food, other people came in and grabbed their food to go. The counter inside is large enough to seat a few patrons for a quick bite. If you're in the area and want a good burger and fresh hot fries, this is your spot. read more

Swung by tonight. Looked like it was poppin' with how many orders were being pushed out. Respect to the staff! Sweet potato fries were super burnt. Much better burgers within a 5 mile radius. Don't waste your time here if you're looking to be blown away. read more

For The Win - Sweet Potato Fries - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

Not a ton of space to sit inside, but they do have outside seating. They have a small delicious menu. I'm a big fan of the single hamburger, and the ranch dressing is very good (you have to pay extra but it's fresh) with some fries. Brussel sprouts are very tasty as well. Milkshake is made from creamy ice cream. read more

Very Solid burger spot and they got smash burgers for days. I heard about this place online and was interested in trying it. The fries were solid and the burgers had the sauce that brought it altogether. I came here hungry and wasn't disappointed. I reccomend getting the a double smash burger and fries read more

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National Cheeseburger Day! $2 dollar joints?!?! Ayoooooo! CONSISTENT! This my second thyme pullin' up to FTW and first thyme at this location and one thing stands true...they know how to smash burgers! The service was top tier, ambiance is like an old hole in the wall type vibes (which imo are the places with the best food!) The patry was grilled to a crisp and I loved that the cook onions into it. The cheese and sauce combination was top tier with the acidity and crunch from the pickle made for an heavenly experience! 10/10 it's worth the hype, the prices are a little steep but you're paying for quality! LOVE! read more

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I ordered a double cheeseburger, added lettuce & tomato with a side of fries and ranch. Cheeseburger was smash burger style seasoned well with burger sauce and add-ons. The burger was deliciously crispy but very messy.... napkins are needed ! Fries were well done with great flavor too....will definitely visit again! Inside the vibe is small and cozy, almost like an old school sandwich shop. Drinks are self service and they have a self service kiosk to place orders as well! Very cool if there isn't a worker present you can still place your order. read more

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For The Win lives up to the name. Burgers were juicy, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor, with fries that were hot and crispy. Service was fast and friendly, and the place has a cool, laid-back vibe. Simple menu, done right. Definitely coming back. read more

No where as good as their Hollywood location, it felt like I was eating a burger from two different branded restaurant. This location is a lot smaller and only seats about 4 people max, 7 if you count the outdoor tables. The patties here are not heavy on the onions hence it was a bit more dry. There were also less sauce and the buns were less toasted. If you are trying for the hype, definitely make your way out to the Hollywood location read more

For The Win - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

Found this place on Yelp a last minute thing, what drew me there was the 4 1/2 stars, we all love good tasty burgers, ordered two double burgers and a single with fries, the taste was bomb! We really enjoyed a good quality really delicious burgers! Here's what was disappointing for me, when the worker rang our order and it was time to pay, the screen had the 18% tip preselected and a big blue bar says "continue" so I clicked without paying attention that I'm paying 18%. Whether I want to tip or not is a choice and as to how much is definitely a choice, why is it preselected? It should be open for the customer to decide, to choose. This tricky style to me is a dishonest way of doing business and enough reason for me not to go back, this left a really bad taste. 3 stars, 2 got eaten by the bad practice. read more

One of the Best Burgers in California! I had to check out For The Win Burgers after hearing so many good things, and it did not disappoint! I went for the double cheeseburger and added bacon -- it was perfection. The burger was incredibly moist, and the bun was soft and fresh, holding everything together perfectly. This is definitely one of the top burgers in California! Now, my next stop is Easy Street Burgers, but I will absolutely be coming back here for more. Cost for burger and fry with a side of ranch was about $17 Highly recommend! read more

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Tasted exactly like an In N Out double-double animal style but at twice the price (maybe more), no bathroom, and cramped seating arrangements. Two double smash burgers w/ cheese, two fries, no drinks, $41 before tip. The French fries are better, but not so different that I would drive across town and wait in line to pay double for them without access to a bathroom. The patties have an extra crust on the edges, but the taste in the middle of the patties was eerily close to an In N Out burger including the taste of their spread. Did I mention there was no bathroom? You have to go to the mall. The mall. The MALL! Not next door, not the Starbucks across the street. An 8 min drive away, pay for parking, and take the escalator to the nearest bathroom kind of mall. It took us so long, we almost decided just to stay and eat at the mall. But, we'd heard so much about these smash burgers. Best in LA, as the foodies say. We paid way too much for mid food with a ton of hype. read more

For The Win - The menu - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

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Very limited seats inside, only just a few seats inside and outside. The store is also very small, but luckily it seems like they are not too busy. We ordered at the self-order kiosk, which made ordering very simple! We both got a single cheeseburger and loaded fries. It did take awhile for them to prepare our order, but it seems like it does take quite some time. Once we ordered, we sat outside at the tables in front of the store. Looking at the hamburgers, they were a lot smaller than you would imagined for a smash burger. It wasn't overwhelmingly huge or greasy after. First off the buns were very soft. The burger sauce they used for this was actually pretty good too! It seems like they were well known for their burger sauce. The patty itself wasn't all that impressive, but could definitely be better. It just tasted very standard. As for the loaded fries, they were sour than we had imagined? It also had its own fries sauce but it didn't really taste like it complemented the dish at all. There could have been more fries as well. Generally, the portions here were surprisingly underwhelming. The food was decent, but it wasn't wow amazing. I had a better smash burger in another state. read more

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TLDR - good burgers but kinda pricey; skip the Brussels sprouts. We came to FTW on a Friday night and when we arrived, it was pretty empty but as soon as we finished placing our order, a line had formed behind us well into the parking lot. So needless to say this place can get packed quickly. The restaurant is tucked into the corner of an L-shaped strip mall off of Brand where there are a good number of retailers. When we went however, it was after hours for most but I imagine the lot will be quite crowded during the day. Also, the parking spots near the corner are especially tight as we witness at least 3 close accidents during our time there as multiple cars came within an inch of one another when coming and going in and out of parking spaces. So be careful or park on the street. The staff was pretty busy when we went but still friendly overall, however we did our ordering thru the kiosk which was entirely self serve. When our food was ready, they call our name and we picked it up at the counter. There really isn't much to the restaurant itself than a condiments and napkins counter and then an L-shaped standing counter to eat at inside. The outside has 1 handicap table and another mini counter w stools. So you're more likely to take your food to go. We ordered the single patty cheeseburger w lettuce, a chicken sandwich and the Brussels sprouts and ate at the table outside. The cheeseburger's patty was super flat. I've been to smash burger places before but this places patties seemed extra flat compared to others. While the. Burger taste good and was well cooked, it was a small burger which was $9 to start. We added lettuce but it was $1 for like 2 leaves of iceberg which felt like robbery. The chicken sandwich had 3 pieces of fried chicken cut up and stacked between 2 buns with some sauce and pickles. It tasted decent and the chicken was well cooked but it was missing something more. Like a tomato of lettuce... but I didn't feel like paying an extra $1 for each add-on. Last were the Brussels sprouts. These were super deceiving and heavily seasoned. Normally when k get sprouts, they're halved of whole, but these were completely torn apart which made the illusion of there being a lot more than there actually was. The broken leaves filled the box making it look full, but it wasn't. On top of that, because the sprouts had been torn apart, the seasoning got on everything everywhere--which could be a good thing but isn't when the food is over seasoned. The sprouts were so salty/bitter we couldn't finish them. Then, well over an hour after the meal--we were both still tasting the lingering sourness of the sprouts in our mouths. We do NOT recommend the sprouts. So overall, while the cheeseburger and chicken sandwich both tasted good, they however were on the smaller side and rather stingy/ridiculously priced for add-ons--this lost a star from us based on value/being reasonably priced. The burgers are already expensive but $1 for lettuce!? The Brussels sprouts are a hard pass from us and the reason this place got lost a second star from us. We would dock a half star but that's not an option on Yelp and in this case, I'd rather knock it a whole star than a half because that's how much we disliked the sprouts. read more

For The Win - Chicken sandwich, cheeseburger and Brussels sprouts. - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

I went there for the first time to try out a smash burger, so I ordered and firstly, they forgot to put the bacon that I paid for and secondly, there's a piece of plastic inside my burger. So bye bye guys you've lost a potential customer. read more

For The Win - Plastic. - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

Burgers still bomb, but customers require a lot of work. Maybe these poor employees need some help. The stress is affecting the politeness of customer service. I walked in, and when no one acknowledged me, I said hello. The person just said, "It's not ready; I'm working here!" in an unfriendly tone. Food isn't good when the tone is i Unwelcoming. They had a lot of orders up but only saw this one guy working. So sad for him and for me. I spent $20 bucks on this service plus tip. read more

Came in on a Friday night around 7pm and was lucky that there were just a couple people in line before us. We got our food within 10 minutes of ordering but it could easily have been a 15-20 min wait had we gotten there after the rush. Employees were hard to reach since it's a kiosk set up, we had to peak our heads over the counter to get their attention to ensure we got loaded fries added and they weren't listed on the kiosk. Pro-tip: when ordering the loaded fries, you have to add two quantity of the regular fries and then let the employees know. Also make sure you print or text yourself the receipt so you know your order # when it gets called. We ordered two double smash burgers, a mexicoke, and loaded fries and our total came out to $43.15 after tax/before tip. The patty's were extremely smashed to the point where the meat was hanging off the side of the bun, which made it difficult to bite into but was easy to take off and repurpose for the loaded fries. The brioche bun was good and meat tasted very peppery. The sauce was hard to taste on the burger given the generous amount of cheese. Loaded fries were pretty solid in my opinion for the price given the portion and crispyness of the fries themselves. Bottom line: very surprised this ranked #1 on @infatuation_la's smash burger list - burger was okay, very pricey at $12.50 for the double patty and very expensive to add lettuce and tomato for $2. - The loaded fries were hefty and had a good amount of cheese. For $10 these are easily better than in n out animal style fries since prices are comparable. - overall, not sure what the hype is on this place as it's not a place I would plan my day around or rush to come back to and wondered if I got this place confused with "The Window" burger establishment in Silverlake. - you're paying higher prices likely because it's a small business compared to a chain establishment like Shake Shack. Although shake shack is similar and cheaper in price. read more

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