I took my Belfast stepfather here for HH on a Tuesday, it was fairly busy & I get why…read more Proper Guinness pulls. Helpful, friendly staff. The BEST fried pickles I've ever had - no lie! My stepfather and mother have never had fried pickles, (they're from the UK) AND with Ranch, and they about lost their minds! It looks like your proper Irish-American pub, the bartender (maybe owner, manager?) That guy is from Dublin and he was amazing. Street parking, (not sure if there's a private lot, I think there might be but we found street parking right away.) Dark inside-my favorite kind of place, good happy hour & specials, best fried pickles - I will definitely be back!!

If you're a sport fan, I would highly recommend visiting this location. They have large TV's that…read moreyou can watch the games. For food, I can say everything was amazing. I ordered chicken tenders and wings which were really good. They tasted good and wings were perfectly seasoned. No complaints about the food. Drinks were good too. For service, it's like any other bar. Food is ordered at the bar and servers bring it to the table. On the night I visited it was kind of busy, so it took while for us to get our food which was not a big deal. For ambiance, this location was nicely decorated. There was map of Ireland hanging on the wall and I noticed they had Ireland flag too which made it more authentic. Restroom was clean too. This pub is very similar to the other Irish Pubs with the same style and vibe. Also, food was way better than other Irish Pubs, I have been to. I will be back for sure.

Wanna Smash is one of my favorites and is such a delicious treat for a special day. Every time I…read morehave guests from out of town I take them here. My favorite is their burger that has teriyaki sauce. I also love their fries. They are lightly seasoned and complete the meal.

There has been a few visits without documentation but, I'm prepared to clean my mistake. Today…read moreorder consists of all four smashed options.

This place is local for me. I've driven past it a few times and always looked tempting. We finally…read moredecided to go and I'm very glad. Double smash burger is fire and fresh seasoned fries makes it complete. Quick service and the burger comes out perfectly grilled and loaded. Went twice in one week, it's that's good!. Plenty of seating and simple menu, not cluttered with too many options. We will be back.

After trying a few of these trendy smash burger pop-ups around LA--where you're paying an arm and a…read moreleg for one small burger--coming here honestly felt like finding an oasis in the desert. At Valley Smash Burgers, I was able to get a full combo for about what some of those places charge for just the burger alone... and the quality absolutely holds up. The burger itself is exactly what you want in a smash--crispy edges, juicy center, melty cheese, and perfectly cooked caramelized onions. No gimmicks, just solid execution and real flavor in every bite. The fries stood out too--fried in beef tallow, which you can taste right away. They've got that rich, old-school flavor with a legit crisp that's hard to find now. Nice added touch: they throw in a couple of large potato chips with the fries. At first it caught me off guard, but it actually works--adds an extra layer of crunch and makes the whole tray feel a little more thoughtful. The whole experience feels intentional without trying too hard. Simple menu, fair pricing, and food that actually delivers. In a sea of overhyped, overpriced pop-ups, this place is the real deal. Definitely coming back.

For the win--literally!…read more After a few hours of shopping, my daughter, granddaughter, and I decided to grab dinner at For the Win. We were all craving burgers, and nothing hits like a fresh smash burger. I ordered the double cheeseburger with bacon and all the toppings, plus a side of sweet potato fries and a cold brisk tea. Everything was delicious. The restaurant was super clean and had a festive vibe with Christmas music playing, which we loved. The staff were very welcoming, and the customer service was top-notch. We'll definitely be back to this location.

I had a pretty frustrating experience ordering from For The Win today, which completely defeated…read morethe purpose of ordering ahead. I placed an online order through their website, and it quoted about a 25-minute prep time with a ready window around 2:56 -3:06 PM. I planned accordingly and even arrived earlier so I could pick it up fresh and avoid waiting. However, just five minutes after placing the order, I received a text saying it was already ready. That immediately raised a red flag, because if you're paying $13+ for a double burger, you expect it to be made closer to your arrival time, not immediately. When I arrived, the burger was already cold. When I brought this up, the employee I spoke with repeatedly said "it's not my fault" and pointed to someone else, instead of taking any ownership or even acknowledging the issue. It was a really poor way to handle a simple customer concern. Eventually, after some back and forth, the burger was remade, but I had to wait another 10-15 minutes. And ironically, it took longer to make it this time than it did after I placed the online order. But then now I wa stuck waiting defeating the whole purpose of ordering ahead. A manager eventually came over and was polite, but by that point the experience had already been frustrating. They also threw away the original burger instead of offering to let me keep it, which felt wasteful. On top of that, when I asked for a couple cups of water for my daughter, I was told I'd need to purchase a bottle, which felt pretty tone-deaf given the situation and didn't even think to offer me any anything for the misunderstanding and having to wait extra time now... The bigger issue here is the lack of coordination and communication. If you're going to quote customers a pickup time, especially for hot food, the order should be made accordingly--not immediately after it's placed. Otherwise, you're guaranteeing that the food won't be fresh when the customer arrives. Between the timing issue, the lack of ownership from staff, and the overall handling of the situation, this was a disappointing experience. I usually like the food, but the service and process today really need improvement.

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.

My wife stopped by this Carl's Jr on her way home from work. She used the drive thru to place her…read moreorder because there was only two cars in line. She got herself a Santa Fe burger and I asked for the Double Famous Star with no onion. The price is on the higher end here but the burger size and portion is much larger than other places. I haven't had a Carl's Jr burger in a while like maybe 5 years. I thought my double famous star burger was pretty decent, I forgot to tell my wife no pickles either but there wasn't that much. My wife loved her Santa Fe burger, that's her go to when ordering from here.

Zero stars, never going back. Literally holding a physical coupon in my hand, that they had placed…read moreon my car window, but they wouldn't take it. Said I could only use the coupon, that I was holding and trying to hand to them, if I downloaded their app. Well, I don't want to download the fucking Carl's Jr. app. I just wanted to use the coupon that THEY HANDED OUT. Jesus fucking Christ.

It's really cool seeing a burger spot being inclusive. They offer keto-friendly, plant-based,…read moregluten-free and nondairy options for all their burgers. This is pricier than other burger places I frequent but the quality is better and sometimes you have to pay more for higher quality food options. I got the dairy free version of their cookies and cream shake and I made the right choice. While I'm not lactose intolerant, my tummy can feel some type of way with too much dairy. But I couldn't resist getting actual whipped cream so make of that what you will. The dairy free versions of their shakes are great if you want the flavor and sweetness without the heaviness and occasional gastric discomfort. Plenty of parking as this is in a strip mall

Definitely 5 stars for our visit to Burger Lounge today. The food was excellent (I had a Son of a…read moreButcher - real tasty with delicious buns, 1/2 and 1/2 onion rings and fries - with ranch on the side!!, and The Classic - with lettuce wrap). It all tasted fresh, and the portions were perfect. The dining experience was pleasant. It was very clean inside and the service when taking our orders and bringing food to the table was kind and quick. I appreciated them checking in to see if we needed anything and checking in on how the food was tasting. It was all yummy! Will definitely come here again. The quality of fries and burgers is was not your typical fast food experience (this is not fast food!), so if you're looking for a quality place that offers burgers, definitely check out Burger Lounge. Order from their app too, to schedule your orders ahead! Oh AND there were more onion rings at the bottom!! It was a nice surprise!! (Sorry to ruin it!)

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

Extremely good. Worth all the hype! A little background, we came into town for Universal Studios…read moreand I've seen this place a few times on my feed. I saw it was very close and was a great dinner destination.

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.

I now understand why the reviews are so good. The owner cares so much and it's such a nice person…read more You can tell he loves what he does and it reflects in the burgers. I highly recommend you make your way over here and try one of these bad boys. The meat is top quality, and the buns are soft but not squishy. He cut the onion fresh for each burger. The fries are straight up real potato, and fried golden, and you can get onion rings too! Honestly, one the best smashed I've had, and if you look at my reviews, that says a lot.

Amazing smash burger!! Loved every bite!! Will be coming back and telling people about this place…read more The owner is down to earth as well... cool guy!