I tried the California Classic Burger, the Goldenburger, and the Patty Melt, along with fries and curly fries, and everything was delicious. The meat quality stood out right away. The patties tasted fresh and flavorful. The buns were soft while still having that perfect toasted texture. Everything inside the burger tasted fresh and all three items had bomb, house-made sauces! The Patty Melt was probably my favorite. The buttery toasted bread gave it that classic diner-style flavor that made every bite rich and satisfying. The crinkle fries were crispy, golden, and the curly fries were just as good! read more

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Stopped by because I heard great things about their food and was underwhelmed. I ordered the double cheeseburger combo that came with a sparkling lemonade and curly fries. I paid $19 for the whole meal. The establishment has little seating and there is some outdoors. The staff were friendly and polite as well. There is little parking available so it may be best to carpool The fries were fresh and crispy and seasoned perfectly The burger however was very dry and even on the crunchier side. The bun was soft and warm and fresh, however The patties were seasoned but I'm accustomed to a juicy smashburger and this didn't hit the mark. Not sure if I got an overcooked burger or that's their style. I'm unsure if I would return read more

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Goldburger is a tiny spot on the street, but the food coming out of there is serious. I grabbed their signature Goldburger to go for lunch, and it completely delivered. It's a classic smash burger, thin patties with perfectly crispy edges and a juicy middle. The Goldburger comes stacked with American cheese, grilled onions, pickles, and their house made garlic mayo sauce, all on a soft potato bun. Everything just worked together in the best way. The sauce was creamy with a little tang, the onions were caramelized and sweet, and the bun held up like a champ. Super balanced, nothing felt overdone, just a really well executed burger. Honestly, it's one of the best smash burgers I've had in LA. read more

Goldburger - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Besides that it was hard to find when using directions, it was a cute little restaurant. It seemed too popular on yelp for it to be called a hole in the wall, but it felt like it when looking for this place. Honestly, it was a pretty good smash burger and the fries were delicious as well. It could've been crispier but we did get it to go. Their sauces were so flavorful and i love their drink selections. The kids burger looked as big as a regular one too. I would definitely come here again! read more

A beefy tasting smash burger with a good amount of juiciness. For smash burgers, Goldburgers delivers a hefty burger with light toppings. Most of the taste is from the good beef and cheese. The pickles highlight a small crunch and brine. Their special sauce seems like an afterthought and is overwhelmed by everything else. The California Classic burger has lettuce, and any other burger with onions will offer a slightly different profile. I think the additional sweetness and tang would better balance the burger. The curly fries are the better choice, as the standard fries are nothing special. Maybe they ought to be double-fried? There is a choice of adding pastrami, and that will certainly add more heft and substance, far better than a third patty. Value-wise, smash burgers give texture and fatty goodness. I think I continue to be a bigger fan of a nice thick juicy formed patty, especially when you have high quality beef. read more

Very good smash burgers. Restaurant / menu is exactly what you expect - burgers, a few signature sauces, fries. All done very well. They have a small but comfortable indoor eating area. Outdoor seating is also available. Super nice to be able to pick! Only drawback? On the pricier side but I think that's just the state of food in LA these days. Thank you for a great meal! Recommended and I'll be back. read more

Goldburger - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Stopped in while taking a stroll. Very busy little spot. They have a seating area inside. The staff were very nice. The food was fresh and tastes great. read more

Goldburger - Double Goldburger Combo - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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If you like super thin crispy edges from a super thin burger patty, Goldburger might be your thing. You get two grass fed patties, grilled onions, cheese, pickles, and a tasty garlic mustard aioli. It's a classic burger and very tasty. The flavor comes from the great beef quality. It's also aesthetic perfect looking for a burger. I just wish the burger was a tad larger. Just a warning that you should expect quite a bit of grease dripping from the bottom. Located in Chinatown, Goldburger is located in the outdoor corridors of Chinatown Plaza with limited to outdoors seating. Overall, the burger here is very good. I did have the pastrami burger a few years ago at the HP location which I wouldn't opt for in the future. Pastrami is protein overload that takes away the flavor of the burger which can get overwhelming. Overall, worth a try for burger lovers. read more

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Easily the best Smashburger in LA. I've tried everything from The Window, For the Win and Easy Street, and no one does it like Goldburger. First, I love that when they smash the patty, they include the stringy onions. I can taste the quality of the meat while enjoying all of the crispy meat edges. The best part is their homemade garlic honey mustard aioli. It's what differentiates this burger than everyone else's. read more

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By far the most lacking burger-fries combo I've had in LA. And it costs almost $20. Though conveniently located next to the Los Feliz theater, it's a major pass. The main thing for me was how the burger in theory should've slapped, had the fat and salt components, but no other flavors. So it came off super greasy. The bun was also dry and crumbled apart. Didn't help that it lacked sauce. Had to hack it down. Fries were unevenly fried and didn't have the crispy double-fried edge. read more

Goldburger - Goldburger - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Truly one of my favorite burgers in LA. The crispy edges of the patties are to die for. I do think the meat itself could be a little juicier (this is my 2nd time here and last time the meat wasn't dry at all). Regardless, the grilled onions, pickles, and special sauce combo are unbeatable. The curly fries are your standard old reliable. The interior is quite small and there are three tiny tables outside, so not much seating. But I came on a Tuesday evening and it was not crowded at all. It might be different on the weekend. 10/10 recommend! read more

Goldburger - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The dudes working here were friendly and the place is funky... the food was great! I had the patty melt and it was done perfectly. Try not to overthink it... just stop by and try it. read more

I really love Smashburgers and was so excited to try this place. The things I look for are a crispy skirt, a good mayo based sauce, and well cooked grilled onions, all of which were checked at Goldburger. Food (5/5): We ordered the double smash burger with cheese, and it was so flavorful and juicy. The bun was also nicely toasted. We also ordered curly fries to share between three people, and it was a good amount. The burger, fries, drink combo was a good lunch deal for $13 if I remember correctly. Service (5/5): I ordered from the window and the cashier was friendly. Our order of two burgers, fries and a drink was ready in about 10 minutes. We got takeout and I don't think they had many seats inside. Ambiance (3/5): The restaurant is right next to a busy street which wasn't great to stand next to, so eating outside probably wouldn't have been the move. I'd just recommend getting takeout. read more

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staff was super nice and cool. Got the classic. Burger was okay, the meat was cooked nice but I really thought the signature sauce was weird. tasted like it was pulled of a shelf in my grandmas cabinet and smeared on there. Not much flavor on the burger nor enough toppings (im sure this is just standard build) I would have liked more sauce, more pickles, better flavor. Staff was 10/10 tho and the burger was cooked handsomely this has more to do with my opinion on the burger itself read more

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I've been visiting Goldburger since they were a pop-up on Sunset Blvd years ago. Today I got take-out from the Los Feliz location and have to say the burgers are just as delicious as always. CALIFORNIA CLASSIC - 5+ stars. A double smashburger served with cheese, pickles & lettuce. This is the perfect patty, crispy edges and full of flavor. ($12) CURLY FRIES - 5 Stars. This is one tasty curly fry, loaded with flavor and cooked perfectly. FRIES - 3 1/2 Stars. Lacks seasoning, pretty basic French Fry to be honest. The addition of salt or using ketchup is definitely needed for this. ($5) Customer service is great and laughed at my bad jokes. I went around 1:30p and there was tons of easy street parking. This is definitely a solid spot for tasty smashburgers. read more

Goldburger - California Classic, 5 stars. Absolutely delicious! - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Can't fault this place at all. I have to say, this is probably one of the best burgers in LA. We came here opening time on a weekday and there were already people ordering. The staff were super friendly as well. We got the goldburger combo and I got the bar burger on the side. The goldburger was super juicy and delicious. Everything worked well in the burger, from the pickles to the mustard sauce. You can 100% taste the quality as well. The bar burger was also fantastic. I got this burger since I loved onions in burgers and this one included both raw onions and pickled onions. This place is very quaint, just like most places in LA. There are a few outside seats but also bar seating inside. There is a restroom as well! There's no sign but it's basically the door at the end. Can't wait to be back here read more

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Yelp, you need to update this page to say "so many vegetarian options" as opposed to limited vegetarian options. (Spoiler alert: I am a vegetarian.) My husband and daughter have been raving about this place for years, praising their burgers and curly fries. Imagine my surprise when I went to their site a few weeks ago to find they had added veggie burger options. Amazing taste and texture - did not fall apart and did not try to imitate meat. I think this is my new favorite veggie burger!!!! The staff are so kind and always recognize my daughter when she comes to the window to pick up our order. I can comment on ambiance because we only get take out but our order is always perfect and put together with care. read more

Goldburger is a nice burger spot in Los Feliz. Located right on Vermont Ave, it's perfect for your burger and a movie nights (theater is right there). There is some indoor and outdoor seating. It's limited but I've always been able to find a spot. I've gone a couple times and got the Goldburger ($12). It's a smash burger with two patties. I thought the flavor was good along with its crispy texture. There are two types of fries ($5) . The curly ones are seasoned and personally I found them very salty. Side of sauce for dipping is an additional 75 cents. Overall, I think the location is great and the smash burger is solid. The price point if you're getting burgers, fries and a drink is a little steep compared to other burger spots. They do have a combo deal for earlier in the day to save some money. read more

Goldburger - Goldburger with fries - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Went to the Los Feliz location... Amazing burger! Caramelized onions and melted cheese, a little kick in the secret sauce. Wonderful place to stop by for a much needed burger. Kind and attentive staff, very sweet. Great place to stop in the busy los Feliz area. Thank you for a great experience! read more

I used to like this place, now they charge you $5 for a mountain valley water and give you a can because they're "out". We have been waiting for our burger for 25 mins. read more

On my first occasion visiting this location, my experience with the ordering process was quick and simple. I thoroughly enjoyed my burger as did my dining partner. I appreciated the fact that they welcomed my dog to sit inside, taking into account the windy conditions. read more

Goldburger - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Outstanding smash burger. I got the gold burger. A double smash with cheese grilled onions and sauce. Burger tastes so good and fresh. Fries weren't my favorite, they could have been fried a little longer. I'll try the onion rings next time. Service was super nice and helpful. Inside was kinda small and I hand to stand up to eat because I'm a pretty big guy and didn't want to make it difficult for people walking around me. read more

Goldburger - Gold burger wit fries - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Being a a Texas girl I'm new to the smash burger scene here in LA. So when I decided to try the Americana I was pleasantly surprised!! It is the best smash burger I've ever had! The meat was seasoned perfectly and crispy ends. Loved that you had a variety of different burgers. That's what I loved the best, the variety! All the other places I've been they are all the same and with the same sauce. Tried both regular fries and curly fries they were so delicious and fresh. Definitely recommend and I will definitely be back to try a different burger. Sorry about not putting in a pic, look so yummy I ate before I could get one. read more

Once again, another LA burger spot that doesn't deliver the hype! I cannot understand why so many daft humanoids out there claim that this is the best burger in LA. It's not even in the top 10. First, let me tell you about the locations. Odd to say the least. There are three or four that I know of, but they are all holes in the wall. You won't get much space to hangout. And as far as condiments go - forget it. The burger itself is greasy and rather pedestrian in quality and size. The meat is prepared smash burger style with the crispy edges that you get from a good smash burger grilled. The meat is fine - quality but not a ton of flavor and most importantly, natural and not too salty. The bum is nothing to write home about. Basic and neither great nor putrid. They could upgrade it. Toppings? Not vast, but the dressing they use for their burgers does provide that extra kick. Onions are thin - bit too thin for my liking. There isn't really a crispy side to their burgers. They get weighed down by all that grease. Go to Wisconsin if you want a butter burger that will put this to shame. This burger wouldn't even qualify as worth paying for in the Midwest. Sides? Forget about it. No point in ordering. Way below average. Again, when it comes to burgers, don't take anything Californians say seriously. They overhype average things because they no longer have high quality as judging by the deterioration of the state itself. Would I go back? No. There are far better burgers around. Several diners in the area have much better food and more comfortable dining rooms to enjoy them at. read more

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It's a delicious burger!! We loved it. But I think it's a bit flat for hearing it to be the best burger in LA... it needs more in there. The patty was definitely crispy and delicious. The fries were amazing. I would be back, but it's not a burger I'm dying to have again. Gotta try it at least once tho! read more

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I definitely used to like Goldburger a little bit more. Unfortunately, the long, stringy cooked onions and under seasoned beef patties were.. kind of terrible. Staff was nice and location was convenient before catching a movie next door, but I would probably not get the same burger again. On the other hand, my fiancé did enjoy his burger, so I suppose it's truly just a matter of opinion. read more

Burger was delicious. Very filling. Prices were not high and the good burger really needed some something to pop the flavors. Staff was great. Found street parking read more

Ordered via DoorDash today and the food came a tad cold (as expected) but still tasted great. Ordered the California classic burger and it was really good. Super crispy meat , sauce was dank, and the shredded lettuce played really well with the burger. Curly fries were great and all the dipping sauces were fire. The Dijon aioli is Dijon mustard in aioli form, so don't be caught off guard. Only one I didn't like but had to try. We'll be back 100%, really good food. read more

Goldburger - California Classic and Curly Fries - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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To be honest my experience here was subpar. My bf ordered a Goldburger and I ordered a Kids burger because I wasn't that hungry. We also got curly fries on the side. The service was pretty good and the food came out decently fast and fresh. I wasn't super impressed with the taste of my burger-it was good but wasn't great. This was my second time having a smash burger in general so I was a little surprised by the lack of toppings on the burger (mine only came with ketchup but I asked for lettuce in addition). The burger tasted well seasoned and I loved that the buns were similar to Hawaiian rolls in terms of flavor. I didn't think the curly fries were that tasty (their looks are deceiving) as they needed more salt and/or seasonings. Overall the burger and fries had good flavor. I'm eating this 3 stars due to cleanliness-the water dispenser had visible mildew/mold on it and I thought that was pretty gross. I didn't end up getting water because of this reason. read more

Goldburger - Goldburger and kids Goldburger - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Meaty goodness. Hangry after a hike at Griffith and lucky for me, Goldburger is right down the street and has some outdoor seating for me and my pup. Super convenient, I just ordered at the window and grabbed a seat. First time here, so I decided to go with the Goldburger, which is $11: "Grass-Fed 6oz. double smashburger with cheese, grilled onions, fresh pickles, and a house-made award winning garlic-mustard aioli." Couldn't describe it any better myself. Meaty and cheesy and warm. I love the crispy meat edges and that being said, the burger itself is still juicy.no need to add any ketchup to this burger. I did add some chopped chilies to it for a little kick. so good. I basically ordered the combo, so I added curly fries and a root beer . For an additional cost, I added a side of spicy ranch, super good with curly fries! Everything was really perfect. Zero complaints and the staff was super friendly. read more

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There are several great burger spots in the neighborhood , but Goldburger is my current favorite! It's a fairly small restaurant located on Vermont Avenue, but there is both some indoor and outdoor seating if you decide to eat at the restaurant. Ordering online is easy, and the service if you order in person is friendly and efficient. I usually get the California Classic, which comes with diced onions, pickles, special sauce, and lettuce added to a double smash-burger. I also often add chopped chiles to my order, and the peppers add a subtle spiciness to an already excellent burger. The curly fries are also fantastic, and I would recommend the weekday lunch combo if you are looking for a well-priced meal! read more

Goldburger - Outdoor sign - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We got the Bar Burger, which was really tasty, but the raw white onion is actually quite strong. If you're really into raw onions, you'll love it. Otherwise, consider taking it out. The service was good, friendly, thorough, & fast. Our burgers took a minute, which is fine, bc that's the reason for the quality of the taste. Ambiance was very unpretentious, and just relaxed, & chill. On a side note, the bathroom is cute, almost undetectable (well camouflaged), & clean. I always love a clean bathroom at any restaurant. read more

Goldburger - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I love a great smash burger and this did NOT disappoint. I will actually be coming back pretty soon as a matter of fact! It was deliciousssss! I got the gold burger and although I regret not adding fries, the burger itself was a meal on its own. She was thick okay! The grilled onions were perfectly caramelized , the homemade aioli was the perfect touch, and it did not fall short on cheese. Every bite perfectly married the rich layers of flavors. There was a walk up window with no line on a what seemed like a busy Saturday on Vermont, the service was very fast even after we ordered. I love that they have outdoor seating, it was the perfect place to enjoy our meal read more

Goldburger - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This place gets a lot of attention in the burger wars and we have it a try. Overall pretty decent but doesn't really belong on any 'Best Burgers in LA" lists. Cali burger was okay but needed a lot more flavor. Nothing popped. Nothing was special. Curly fries tasted like amusement park curly fries and I'd defy anyone to tell them apart. The regular fries weee arguably their best item. Crisp and fresh. Not bad by any means, but very far from mind-blowing. read more

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This is my new favorite spot for smash burgers. I love the fact that their patties are not as thing as other smash burger spots and are actually meaty. I got their California classic which is different from their Goldberg by having diced onions instead of grilled, lettuce and their classic house sauce. I usually get a 3x2 at In n Out, but I think their double patty burgers are just as filling. Their fries are pretty decent, nice crisp and thickness! I recommend their house sauce to dip them in. Small spot with a bar to sit on and a few tables inside and outside. Most people do take out. Parking can be a bit tough, but you should be able to find some parking nearby in the residential area. read more

Too oily burger so much fat and flavorless. It almost feels like it's missing seasoning/salt. Too expensive for the taste. Better smash burgers nearby in silver lakes . I went to window at Silverlake and was immediately turned out with the best smash burger nearby read more

If you're hungry, sure. If you want flavor go to your REAL favorite. I'm so disappointed I skipped out on guacdaddy next door to try something new. This burger is REGULAR as FUCK. No seasoning in the meat but not bad whatsoever. Not bad isn't what I was looking for, I wanted to enjoy it. I like window, burger she wrote way way more. But I will say, fries here trump most places. read more

I'm currently on the search to find the best smashburger in LA/OC, so of course I had to try Goldburger. I got the combo meal which included the goldburger (classic double smashburger), fries, sauce, and a drink--definitely worth it if you're planning on at least getting a burger & fries. I personally find the double smashburger to be too heavy and prefer a single smashburger, but the taste was decent and the price/value was fair. ------ Smashburger ranking: Taste: 7/10 Price: 6/10 Vibe: 5/10 read more

The patty melt here is so good that traveling to Goldburger for it feels like a pilgrimage. From the melty cheese, caramelized onions, and house-made Russian dipping sauce, all of it together is just divine. read more

My bf rated this place 8.5 outta 10 but that scale doesn't even exist on here. I give this place 5 stars. It's a different kind of burger. I got the Goldburger which doesn't have crazy ingredients but it's simple put togetherness of everything in between those buns made me want a location near my house (north Hollywood) it is considered fast food but k wouldn't mind eating this burger slow. Service was cool- they cut my burger in half which is +20 million points. They had anime posters inside too so that was cute! Give em another 47283 points. read more

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