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    For The Win

    4.1 (29 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Nijole T.

    A bit let down by this location. We have been fans of for the win since the beginning, and we're excited to see them open up in our neighborhood. The ambience here is seriously lacking, we were surprised to see nobody else in the store, but after trying the food, we understood why. Everything was rather dry and flavorless. Not at all how we had remembered it tasting. Unfortunately, not worth returning to.

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    Daisy G.

    Great little spot for a quick bite. Smash burger was delicious, perfect size too- not too big but not too small. Service was fast. We stopped by around 1pm on a weekend at and it was not busy.

    Alexis M.

    Found this place online saying it's the best smash burger spot in LA so I had to try it. This location has some street parking nearby and inside is a simple casual burger spot. There's seating if you choose to eat there but I got my food to go. The staff were fine, not overly welcoming but not rude either. I ordered 2 double cheese burgers, a fry, and brussel sprouts. The food came out quickly. My boyfriend loved the burger, mine was okay. I felt it had too many burnt ends on mine but it is a smash burger so I know that can happen. The fries and brussel sprouts were good. I definitely recommend giving it a try if you haven't already.

    Shahada V.

    2nd visit...love their food. However (the the Brentwood location) 1) Please answer the phone 2) Please greet guest within 5min, leaving them to stand at the counter watching the team divide hamburger is actually not why I came 3) Please allow customizations. Loaded brussel sprouts is actually amazing, and I've ordered them here before. 4) Happy and Kind employees matter! The two people here are way to intense, abrasive and unkind. Burned my food and no grilled onions. Sheesh Btw.......Parking is awful!

    Shirley W.

    Placed order on app and picked up in 20 min! So glad there's a burger place so convenient! It's a smashed burger and comes with a sauce that has a hint of spiciness which is great! The fries and sweet potato fries are very good-fried just right. They have a few tables inside too. Service was quick at 845pm. Glad they're open late. Will definitely be back.

    Amber D.

    This morning I visited For the Win in Brentwood. Oh my God, I'm impressed! The burger was absolutely 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!!!

    My son and I absolutely love this place! These are the best smash burgers in LA! We come here every week. The staff is always friendly, and the burgers are absolutely delicious!

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    Richard F.

    So my go-to smash burger is Hi-Ho in Santa Monica, and that's a tough act to follow. BUT, this new upstart popped up in almost walking distance so of course I had to demo it out. Upshot is the burgers are great and the fries are awesome. Pros: Great burger, killer fries. Cons: Uncomfortable space with awkward seating and harsh lighting (won't matter for takeout, sux for date night). Generic ketchup; just wrong. Can't get a cup of water, have to buy. No alcohol; bring your own? Burger comes with "secret sauce"; please, no (you can omit, this ain't Father's Office ). No desserts, but yes shakes. Brentwood Village parking. It's free in SM. Bottom line: Food is tops, ancillaries not so much. You decide, but it's def worth checking out.

    Its M.

    Honestly didn't expect it to be this good. The burger was absolutely amazing - juicy, rich, and packed with flavor. Everything tasted fresh and the portions were solid. The staff was super friendly, and the manager Anna was especially attentive. Such a pleasant surprise! I will definitely come back!

    I am currently on a burger trail, visiting LA's known burger locations. I have to say For The Win definitely surprised me. I ordered a single patty cheeseburger with fries. Everything was the right temperature, nothing was over cooked. The service was efficient. The ambiance is very clean and keeps the focus on the product, great burgers and shakes. Thank you.

    Damn! I've been a Win Dow fan for years but this is my new favorite. My sister has been to the Van Nuys store and said it was very good. I ordered a single cheeseburger and sweet potato fries. Sweet potato fries are the best that I have ever had, like crack! Next time I visit will order a double cheese burger and more of those great fries. Definitely For The Win!

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    Food was delicious. Staff was friendly. Restaurant was clean. I got the double smash cheeseburger and the loaded fries. They were both really good.

    Such a great spot! The burgers were absolutely delicious, juicy, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The staff was amazing too, super friendly and genuinely kind, which made the whole experience even better. The vibe is really nice, definitely a place you want to come back to. For the win!!

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    Review Highlights - For The Win

    “I had the single cheeseburger and loaded fries and both were delicious and ready quickly.”

    $11.25 Cheeseburger

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    This place has been all over my feed forever as one of the best smash burgers in LA, so I was…read moreexcited to finally try it out! We stopped in on a Sunday around 11:30, no line and very quick service! Finished eating and left around 12:05 so we must've lucked out with no line. We got two double cheese burgers and the loaded fries. The burger had impressively thin patties with a really nice char on the meat skirt, well seasoned, and perfectly crispy. The buns were quite small and a bit smooshed, but they were soft. It came with some fry sauce and pickles as well, overall a good burger. The fries had a good amount of toppings (cheese onions, fry sauce) and were nice and crispy. Kinda wish the onions were slightly more grilled for some extra flavor! Would probably go for plain next time as the loaded fries and burger together had similar flavors The interior has a few benches for seating and single bar type seating around the perimeter - I could see it filling up if there's a big line of people. Would like to try the chicken sandwich and brussel sprouts next time we stop by!

    Harken back when I was a wee lad bouncing around the play place of the Golden Arches. Not a care in…read morethe world and not a thought behind my eyes. I have carried life's burden and traveled continents, but one thing remains the same after my many moons of life, the taste of a Big Mac. The taste of a burger so consistent and familiar, that my tastebuds can traverse continents and taste fermented shark in the Netherlands, broiled Mackerel in Kyoto, or a cheeseburger in Reykjavik. The Big Mac stays the same. I went to LA to taste, apparently, the best burger in LA at For the Win. I paid $25 for two smash burgers and had high expectations. After all, when you click this joint on Google Maps, a fancy review pops up. Nice! However, when the smash burger entered my cave and caressed my buds, my mind instantly recognized it as a Big Mac. Therefore, my brain could hardly differentiate between a McDonalds burger, and the "best" burger in LA. I haven't eaten at McDonalds in 14 years, but my mind still knew what a gentle and warm face looks like. So overall, it was alright! As the reverend Shane Gillis says "Not Bad". The service was good tho. And the ambiance was a bit weird because the music was off. Haha bye!!!

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    4.4(715 reviews)
    13.1 mi•Chinatown
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    This place seems to get increasingly popular for their burgers over time. I believe this is their…read moreoriginal location and it's in the heart of Chinatown. It has a small hole in the wall café type vibe to this place and the service is really friendly. I came specifically for the DH, which is the dry aged 10 oz patty. At $21 as of 6/2026, it's not a cheap burger, but you are getting a lot of burger and with high quality food ingredients. Just a really great burger and not one of those smashburgers either. These are thiiiicck. I've been wanting to come here for a very long time, but for whatever reason, I just haven't had a chance. I actually even went to their other location into Topanga a while back (which is no longer there along with lots of other places in that ill fated food court). I also saw that they recently made a list of one of the best burgers in the country/world. And while I feel those list are pretty subjective, I do think that this is one of the best burgers I personally have had.

    I'll preface this by saying burgers aren't something I typically go far out of my way for. I like…read morethem, but I've never fully understood the obsession, especially when LA has so many unique, global, authentic, and genuinely incredible food options. But Amboy has gotten a ton of hype, especially from food influencers, so I decided to make the 45-minute trek and try the DH Burger. We arrived just before 5, so there was hardly a line. After ordering, we waited about 25 minutes for our burgers and fries, which felt reasonable for a thicker patty cooked with some intention. The DH is a seriously good burger. It's probably about as good as a classic burger can get. The meat was juicy, the bun was soft, and everything was cooked and constructed really well. Does it justify the higher price? I'm not entirely sure. Was it a mind-blowing experience? Not really. Was it delicious? Absolutely. I just don't think it's so far superior to other great burgers that most people need to travel 45 minutes for it, especially considering the extremely limited seating, crowded space, and slightly grungy DTLA location. If you're anywhere nearby, Amboy is absolutely worth trying. If you're a true burger connoisseur, it may even be worth the longer pilgrimage. Overall, I'd absolutely recommend Amboy and agree that it's a top-tier burger. I just think there are a lot of really good burgers out there, and it's difficult for something as simple as a burger to reach the almost mythical level of hype that surrounds this one.

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    The people here are sooo nice and accommodating. Came here with a friend for lunch-our first time…read moreand it was great. Surprise was the happy hour menu offered. We got the nachos and the burger trio and the filet burger sandwich. It was all good esp the filet burger which had 2 big slices of steak! The trio sliders were so good and love the bun with a lot of French fries. The nachos was a big bowl too with all the fixins-guac, beans, cheese choice of chicken or ground beef! This is a neighborhood gem and I'd make it a destination place to go to too. The place has a nice bar area with tvs too Thank you Keith for the wonderful service.

    GIFT CERTIFICATES - BUY AT YOUR OWN RISK! SCAM BUSINESS!…read more I was a frequenter to both Morrison locations in Burbank and Los Feliz. They bear the same name, menu, shirts, decor, etc. This gives the consumer the impression that these are absolutely related businesses that share ownership/management. A family member knew I loved the Morrison, and bought a $100 gift certificate from the Los Feliz location and gave it to me as a birthday gift. That location shut down a few weeks later, so I took it the gift certificate to the Burbank location. After attempting to use it after ordering a ton of food and drink, they straight up told me they are not associated with the other location whatsoever and they would not honor the gift certificate. Whether that's the truth or not (I don't believe them) you have a BRAND TO PROTECT. This is what sharing a brand is! To make the cognizant decision not to honor this gift certificate is theft! I will NEVER return to a business that bears the Morrison name ever again. You have lost a customer for life. I now implore all Yelpers to boycott this business for shady business practices. They literally took the $100 and disappeared! Where's my $100 Morrison?

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    Ambiance: it's sad to see this Kroft location closed, it's on the ground level of the apartment…read morebuilding, conveniently attached parking garage for retail and residents Service: friendly and patient with questions, provided useful suggestions Food: standard Kroft menu, plenty of choices for poutines, sandwiches and burgers LOCO MOCO - **** Two Wagyu Beef Patties, Fried Egg, Brown Gravy, Cheese Curds, Fried Onions, Ketchup Glaze, Green Onions, rich in flavors and bold taste, recommend Price: generous portions and affordable prices, about $15~$20 for a quick bite

    I'm so sad to say this place has closed on 10/20/25. I happen to go the day before its last day and…read morethey were serving a limited menu and thankfully my favorite wagyu smash burger was still available. To say I'm super bummed is an understatement. I am so thankful that I happen to stop by for lunch and visit this location one last time. The same manager was there on the last day as when I went the first time two years ago. The staff there was always amazing, friendly, and the food was incredible. I think it was the Chinatown location that didn't work for them. However, the good news is that they do have three other locations and if you have never been, I suggest you check Kroft out if you love burgers, especially smashed. The other locations are in Long Beach, Anaheim, and Rancho Cucamonga. I wish them luck and I will definitely be stopping in their other locations if I am ever in the area.

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    This place is a Los Angeles legend…read more It's not even about giving it five stars--it's about telling people that if you want to try one of the best burgers in Los Angeles, this is a spot you absolutely need to visit. The food is outstanding, the portions are generous, and the burgers live up to the hype. What makes it even better is that you're not just getting a great meal; you're experiencing a piece of Los Angeles history. Places like this are becoming rare, and Hawkins House of Burgers has earned its legendary status. If you're a local and haven't been here yet, you're missing out. And if you're visiting Los Angeles, put this place on your list.

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