Heard about For The Win on Heyla and finally had to see what the hype was about, and it absolutely delivered. The smash burger was everything you want: crispy, lacy edges, juicy center, grilled onions caramelized perfectly, and that soft Martin's potato bun holding it all together. I went with the cheeseburger and added loaded fries, which were super flavorful and generously portioned. The Brussels sprouts fried in beef tallow were a surprise standout crispy, savory, and addicting. The ordering process was quick with the kiosks, and the whole vibe is casual and unpretentious. No frills, just really solid food done right. Prices are reasonable for LA, especially for the quality. Definitely worth checking out if you're a smash burger fan. Thanks Heyla for the recommendation I'll be back! read more

I was craving sweet potato fries and remembered that For The Win makes some yummy ones. Lucky for me, a location opened a few blocks from my house a few months ago so off I went. For The Win has built a reputation on its signature smash burger which features a single three-ounce patty smashed thin on the grill until crispy. It's available with or without cheese. My nephew is a fan. I don't eat meat so I stick with the fries. (There is a grilled cheese on the menu.) If you're craving something sweet, they serve thick, creamy milkshakes. (Chocolate, vanilla, & strawberry.) The restaurant is spacious, with tables on each end. Angel greeted me with a warm "Hello." He was genuinely nice and even brought my to-go order over to the table where I was sitting. The fries were warm with a light dusting of salt and they tasted so good, especially when dipped in the fry sauce, which I recommend. The ranch is also good too. The serving size was generous. I'm glad I can get my sweet potato fry fix on a whim! *Small parking lot or metered street parking. read more

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I saw a Youtube video about the smash burger craze in LA. For the win was included. Loved the story how it started during the COVID-19 lockdown (look it up, great story!). Anyway, that was enough to give it a try. Had no idea they have so many locations. That's awesome. Here we go with the Highland Park location review. Parking: Small lot and you better be good at maneuvering your car because you'll likely have to do some dodging and weaving because of how it's laid out. Not a lot of spaces. Plenty of metered street parking nearby so that's an option, too. Love the space. They have done a perfect job laying it out. The music was way too loud but I asked them to turn it down and they kindly obliged (my friend and I were the only ones there). The music was excellent, by the way. You can order on a touch screen, but a super kind and friendly employee took our order at the register. Take note, for drinks, they are all canned soft drinks or water bottle. No fountain drinks or ice to go with your soft drink. They also have shakes by the way. We ordered cheeseburgers, fries and Brussels sprouts. Cheeseburger: $9.90. Smashed real good! More burger than bun. Speaking of bun, it's a great bun. Not too bready and its warm and not dry, Seasonings and toppings were perfect. I ordered extra onions and had onion breath all day to prove it. Worth it!! So good!! Fries: $5.25. Nice and crispy. Nothing notable. A little pricey. Brussels sprouts: $8.45. Excellent! Pricey, but tasty! Verdict: A mighty fine smash burger. Worth a try. Not cheap, but you'll enjoy it. read more

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I couldn't believe the size of this little burger. Like a base ball, or a slider. Seven bucks for a slider. The loaded fries were good but portioned small as well. High quality, fresh ingredients, tasted home made, I just can not agree with the price/portion ratio. Service was good, the dining room is clean. The ambiance was chill. read more

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Great burger spot with very nice staff to help out, in Highland park so there's lots to do after you grab some lunch.

i'm not gonna score anything less than than three, which for me is OK at best. I don't see myself rushing back over here. It just wasn't an overwhelming gotta have another for the wind burger moment.. First time here and when I opened the door, I literally thought I stepped onto the revolution Boulevard in Tijuana. The music was so loud so blaring you couldn't even hear yourself. Talk to the next person beside you.. this is an all American burger joint and there's Mexican music blaring like we should have chips and salsa and margaritas. Don't get me wrong. I love diversity, but I think he kind of might want to rethink that one. Or the least you could do is turn it down a little bit.. If we're a first time person, it was a little hard for me to figure out where the menu was what you had to offer how the ordering process was I just kind of stood there like a dare headlight. Your crew wasn't very welcoming. They seemed very robotic and their mannerism.. And I seen that things were kind of à la cart, which is something I'll never quite understand in a burger joint like this. So I got the double with bacon and a strawberry shake and I gotta tell you I'm shocked at the price point for the size of the burger and the size of the shake. It was really interesting to see.. And I'm gonna be honest with you the burger was OK. I ate it. Shake was OK. I drank it.. But there was absolutely nothing with that burger that I could not do it in my own kitchen. Nothing was special about the meat. Nothing was special about the bun and you have the audacity to charge that price point and then say here is your condiments on the table dress it yourself.?? I just don't get it, but I wish you well. And you might want to do a little something to bring some color, some vibe into your dining area. It was very vanilla. read more

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Great smash burgers! Came in for their grand opening. Inside is simple and clean. Decent amount of seating. I got the double cheeseburger and some brussel sprouts. So good! Great charred bits at the edges and cheesy in the middle. Brussel sprouts are a great option and made me feel like I was eating at least a little bit healthier lol. Great addition to the neighborhood. Will definitely be coming back. Service was good. Friendly staff. There's a small parking lot in front, meters on the street, or a meter lot across the street. read more

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UPDATE! I returned for another meal and this time the lacy crispy halo was there in all its glory! Thank you For The Win!!! read more

For The Win - Smash Burger with a huge lacy, crispy halo!!! - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Finally got to try this new spot in town! The service was great! The burger was on point! The fries were on the salty side for me but they were good! Definitely check it out! read more

For The Win - Cheeseburger - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Nice burger with crispy 'skirt'. For me it's a bit too much sauce, but overall they are nice and tasty. They are simple accessible food being cooked with care. Service was friendly. The place is not too big, like diner vibe complete with wobbly table. The pricing is not diner style though. Make sure to get double or even triple because the single portion is about as big as in n out (or maybe a bit smaller). read more

Finally stopped into the HP FTW and have only good things to say. Our smash burgers were perfectly cooked and so flavorful. Every single bite was delectable. We ordered sweet potato fries and regular fries for sharing and they were also cooked and seasoned to perfection. Our strawberry shake had actual strawberry puree and was creamy, not overly sweet and just the right consistency. Everything was so satisfying and tasty. The restaurant is pretty spacious and clean with enough table seatings for maybe 18 patrons. The parking lot can be crowded, as it's shared with Mason's Dumplings, and a few other places. You can always find street parking though. The ladies working were super nice too. You should definitely go and dine in. I know we'll be back soon. read more

This location missed the mark for me. Let me start off by saying, I've been eating for the win since it was Papilles bistro. True story - my wife and I spent 4 days in the hospital after our son was born, once we got the okay to go home, we came straight to Papilles and got some chicken sandwiches. Way back when, I would argue with people that they were THEE best chicken sandwiches around. I used to work two blocks away in Hollywood and would walk to that spot all the time. Naturally, I had high expectations and a large amount of excitement now that there was a location near my house in HLP. I visited this new establish after a dentist trip. I was the first customer of the day. I ordered my usual, a double bacon smash with jalapeños. The patties were slightly gray and didn't have that good finish that one expects from here. Then the guy working forgot the Jalapeños. I asked about them and he gave me a small cup of ice cold jalapeños. I had to add them on myself. Not the biggest deal, but also not a good first look. But the burger was disappointing. It was not cooked well. I would like to chalk it up to the grill not being hot enough but I don't think ide come back to this location, pay $17+ for a burger and have it be mid at best. read more

WHAT AN EXPERIENCE! This was just a fantastic experience from customer service, to the FANTASTIC BURGERS! Atmosphere 10/10 Ambiance 10/10 Food 10/10 Ill be back! read more

For The Win - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Leen is truly one of a kind! Every time we visit, she doesn't just provide service; she creates an unforgettable experience. Her attention to detail, warmth, and genuine care for every customer is something you don't come across often. She goes above and beyond in every way, making you feel welcomed, valued, and right at home. You can tell she puts her heart into everything she does, and it shows not only in her service but in the food as well. Every burger is absolutely amazing and made with so much love! You can taste the difference! Leen, thank you for always taking the time to truly care about your customers. Your energy, kindness, and dedication make every visit special. You are incredible, and we appreciate you more than words can say! read more

My first visit was not great and the owner very graciously gave me a coupon to give them a second chance. The young lady who helped me was aces and this was a much better experience but honestly, I just don't understand the hype. The double cheeseburger and fries were fine but not only was it not the best burger in LA as many on social media have claimed, I didn't think it was even as good as a double double and it's three times the price. I wish them well and grateful to the owner for doing right by the first experience but, unfortunately, I don't think I'll be returning. read more

For The Win - Double cheeseburger and fries - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I like welcoming new businesses to the neighborhood so I thought I'd check this place out. I got a single cheeseburger with a side of sweet potato fries. Pretty good sized patty for a single. It was a decent meal, but not a standout, unfortunately. The dining room was empty but a little unkempt. I was having trouble finding a clean table, as they all seemed to have crumbs and grease marks. Not really a place I'd like to dine-in. read more

Stopped by to try this new place it was late in the day so we ordered light got a double cheeseburger with lettuce and tomato, fries and a grilled cheese. My husband had the burger and fries he said the burger was super oily the fries were ok. I got the grilled cheese oh and it was like a child's size super small ( I don't eat meat) and I couldn't even eat the Brussels sprouts or fries because they're cooked in beef tallow . The guy behind the register was a bit snappy the place was nice but won't be going back. read more

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I was told that I could not use the restroom because it wasn't "open to the public". Mind you I was picking up food. The girl at the counter said "yeah it's not for uber drivers it's just for customers." Excuse me? I told her that I was picking up food and she said "for yourself? did you pay for it?" She then looked at the other girl behind the counter, they both smirked and started laughing. Ma'am, the way you all belittle and disrespect the people of this community is wild. The vandalism to your storefront is now understandable. This location will not stay open long and I'm never eating at the Hwood location again, which is sad. AVOID. read more

Food was great. I noticed there was a kiosk for me to order on my own because I like pictures so I used it but the person at the front was kind enough to ask if I needed any help anyways. Ambiance is simple, but the design is nice in my opinion. Everything was clean. I would honestly invite everyone to check them out and rate them according to your own opinion. I really wasn't planning on going here but they exceeded my expectations. The burger was amazing, the shake was amazing. I will be coming back again next time to bring my family and friends because this place was awesome. If you're a solo diner sometimes, this place is great for you, I enjoyed it. read more

For The Win - Chocolate MilkShake - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I came in on a weeknight with my husband and some friends. I had a cheeseburger and Brussels sprouts. I also tried the fries, sweet potato fries, and the strawberry shake that others I was eating with had ordered. For me, the burger was the star of the show - beefy flavor, juicy texture plus that smash burger crust, and a soft bun. I like that there are some options for toppings - I added lettuce and tomato and they were very fresh. The shake was also top-notch. The sides were good. I thought the fries were a little hard, but my husband loved them; no accounting for taste! Inside was clean. You order at the counter and they bring it out to you. The storefront needs work, though. There's graffiti etched into the front windows and all of the front glass is darkened, so it doesn't look like the restaurant is open. Not very inviting. There's a small parking lot out front, larger paid parking lot down the block, plus street parking. Men's/Women's single restrooms read more

Very good Burger and Fries taste just like McDees enough seating only problem is can drinks. This would b my second time here. The finally have their Markee up. Outside you wouldn't know a burger place but its nice inside. read more

For The Win - A double - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I miss Tams but I'd be lying if I said these burgers aren't fire. I got the veggie option. Service was quick.

Really delicious burger!! Fries were also good but pretty basic. The employees were super nice and quick. Will say that the vibes could be better for dining in. But the burger makes up for it!! My fiancé is a huge burger fan and we both enjoyed it. read more

I ordered the bacon cheese burger. It was an excellent smash burger.it was crispy in the most perfect way and the special sauce took it over the top. You also can't lose with a potato bun! I got a side of shoe string fries that were perfectly salted. The best part was that they had a bogo special on the burger so I was able to get a second to share. I plan to order again and recommend you try asap! read more

I was hoping I'd finally have a great smash burger place nearby, but I guess a good one is still nothing to complain about. The Double Cheeseburger was cooked perfect with super crispy edges, but it was slathered in sauce, which was all I ended up tasting. I also ordered the Brussels Sprouts, which are a go-to for me anytime I see them anywhere on a menu, but again, while cooked perfectly, all I could taste was the vinegar sauce they put on top. read more

Me and my friend were hungry and were craving a burger. And man are we glad we came here. I got the triple burger and she got the double with fries and a cherry Pepsi. Burgers were amazing, juicy and filling. Staff were super nice and fast services. Honestly been craving one again. Definitely will be back. read more

Fiancé was craving a smash burger & we randomly came across this new location of ForTheWin. We definitely scored bc their double burgers were smashin good & fries also hit the spot. To top it off, the staff were friendly & welcoming. We will definitely be back!! ty for the extra sauce ;) read more

I just ordered fries to go. I watched them as they fried them. And then added salt ...and then step away to look at the computer....And then add salt again....And then talk to a supervisor about something. And then add salt again. Holy hell I have met my sodium quota for the next year. And the fries were burnt. But I guess that's the trend for places like this. Burn everything. Salt everything. News flash...smash burgers have more char on them and more char/burn means a higher chance of getting cancer. Look it up. This place also was victim to locals tagging it. Sad. Neighborhood doesn't respect...but all that said, it's likely this place won't last until spring '26 given the poor quality of food as well as health hazard on top of being unwelcomed by the hood... read more

What I really like about this place is the customer service there was one worker Leen and was really nice and kind also this place was really spotless and we felt invited. Food was really good thanks for the suggestion, too. Both leen and the other person "Chef" were amazing. read more

I started eating at For The Win a couple years ago at their Hollywood location and now more recently I eat at the Glendale one. (Food and service have always been great till now) I was very happy about the HLP location since it's my hometown. Sunday I went, bought like 3 burgers and when I asked for a cup of water the guy with dreads looked at me rolled his eyes and pointed at the fridge where the bottle water was at. (Insinuating that there is no free cups of water, I would have to buy a bottle). No words, rude for no reason because they have an electronic kiosk that takes your order so I had no prior interaction with him for him to be so rude. And all he had to say was "we only sell bottled waters" It was disappointing as it was our first time at the HLP location that this was the service we received. Food was whatever and bacon was very undercooked, Hollywood location still is the best by far. read more