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1. Umami Burger
Lionel Richie sang to me the other night. All his hits, Hello; Easy; All Night Long; Truly; and my absolute favorite (you guess as I sing it back to you...), "Once, twice, three kinds of pork...and I love you". Which is perfect because that's…More »
2. Cafe Midi
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 939-9860
Categories:
French,
Salad,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Mid-City West
Right in the heart of entertainment and production studios, and near the popular tourist destination of La Brea & Wilshire, is a small restaurant with an amazing menu, Café Midi. Strangely, outside dining is not very common in this area of town.…More »
3. Blue Dog Beer Tavern
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 990-2583
Categories:
Burgers,
Pubs,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Sherman Oaks
BURGERS, BEERS, and (not HOT) DOGS - the perfect trifecta!
== BURGERS ==
I've tried a few of them, but LOVE LOVE LOVE two (2): "The Squealer" (bacon, why of course), it has bacon in, bacon on, and bacon all over; and "The Batman" (they hand blend the…More »
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8/31/2011
BEER, BURGERS, COOL HANG
Handformed burgers is the specialty of the house. Ranging from the standard… Read more »
4. The Counter
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 399-8383
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhood: Santa Monica
EACH COUNTER IS DIFFERENT; THIS ONE IS SMALL AND "NEIGHBORHOODY"
Small and intimate, and kind of tucked in a residential area across from a few shops...has a totally different feel as compared to other Counters I've visited. You may find yourself…More »
5. Tavern
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 806-6464
Categories:
American (New),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Brentwood
BRENTWOOD'S TAVERN IS A WINNER
Beautiful done Tavern people! 3 separate dining experiences...all unique in its offers. A loud bar (full and bar menu available), an elegant and stylish formal room (full menu only) and perfect for a romantic dinner or…More »
6. The Larder At Tavern
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 806-6464
Categories:
Bakeries,
Sandwiches,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Brentwood
Beautiful, delicious, and beautiful..oops, well, it is. The salads are beautiful. The breads are beautiful. The baked goods are beautiful. I know, too much, right? Beauty is in the mouth of the beholder. Especially, mine.
MY ORDER: BREAKFAST --…More »
7. R+D Kitchen
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 395-3314
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Santa Monica
The Ahi burger is ridic! Alas, but on this night -- it was the Cheeseburger that was the object of my desire, and it was both outstanding in flavor and presented beautifully! Cut in two, it's about 4 inches tall in bun (soft and delish), burger…More »
8. Dog Haus Biergarten
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 683-0808
Categories:
Pubs,
American (New),
Burgers
Neighbourhood: Pasadena
Hot Dogs+burgers+a biergarten without bird poop+tater tots=AWESOME. Loved it. Outdoor area is kept super clean despite having saucy toppings.
AMBIANCE -- With Def Leppard, ZZ Top, Night Ranger, & other supreme 80's rock music playing -- it's casual,…More »
9. Laurel Tavern
Studio City, CA 91604
(818) 506-0777
Category:
Gastropubs
Neighbourhood: Studio City
For the people, I continue my quest to find the best burger in Los Angeles/CA/USA/EARTH/SOLAR SYSTEM/GALAXY/UNIVERSE. My mission: to document it, and what an awful assignment it is: in fact, it sucks big rocks, and there's moss and bird poop on them.…More »
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1/19/2012
For the people, I continue my quest to find the best burger in LosAngeles/CA/USA/EARTH/S… Read more »
10. The Village Idiot
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 655-3331
Categories:
American (New),
Pubs
Neighbourhoods: Mid-City West, West Hollywood
I love it here, and jump anytime someone says "Hey Idiot" (whether or not it's meant for me, or the Pub) - I think of one of my fave places - The Village Idiot (a long-time nickname of mine, and I'm not sure why). Of all the times I've frequented,…More »
11. The Holy Grail Pub
I must've walked in just after the killer bunny cleared a couple of tables (Monty Python film, Holy Grail...anyone?): http://www.youtube.com...
Great crowd, loud, great menu, tons of beautiful TV's, and oodles of draft brews (crafted and the…More »
12. Mon Ami Gabi
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 944-4224
Categories:
French,
Steakhouses,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: The Strip
Gabi is mi amiga, my bestie, my BFF, as well as Mon Ami. Eating on the patio is the best, a transport to Paris. The patio is an absolutely fantastic place for people watching. It's right on the Las Vegas Blvd, with an amazing view of the Belagio…More »
13. Barney's Gourmet Hamburgers
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 808-0680
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhood: Sherman Oaks
Just for men, or for single ladies looking for men. This place definitely has the beef, and lots of it in massive quantity. It's also good for Seniors who can take some home for an extra meal tomorrow, or perhaps freeze it and serve it later to the…More »
14. Tilted Kilt
Long Beach, CA 90803
(562) 795-0243
Categories:
Restaurants,
Pubs,
Sports Bars
It's sensory overload in the finest: Kilts gone wild. Beautiful waitresses, lots of TV's, and tons of drafts. Yep, pretty girls in knee-high stockings and plaid skirts, er kilts, whatever -- extremely cute "Schoolgirl" uniforms, but these girls…More »
15. Stacked
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 542-5068
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Burgers,
Pizza
Neighbourhood: Torrance
iStacked + iStuffed = iLike. With an iPad at every table and loaded with a cool STACKED app, it's definitely not for the computer challenged. Also, skinny jeans no more, this is a "wear your polyester pants with the stretch waistband" kind of place!
…More »
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2/5/2012
iStacked + iStuffed = iLike. With an iPad at every table and loaded with a cool STACKED app, it's… Read more »
16. LBS Burger
Las Vegas, NV 89143
(702) 797-7777
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhood: Summerlin
Sung to "I will Survive": I saw the price of burgers and I was petrified. Little did I know that for $14, there are no fries." Okay, bad, even sad, but true. When I first ate here in 2010, it was the first time I saw burgers priced so steep.…More »
17. Create - CLOSED
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 586-0430
Categories:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt,
Burgers
BURGERS AND FROZEN CUSTARD - YES!!
Lance, the owner, knows how to 'create' a great place. Really friendly, and "neighborhoody"! I've tried their standard beef burger (very high grade), turkey burger, and the most awesome of them all....veggie…More »
18. Townhouse Kitchen & Bar
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 453-9900
Categories:
American (New),
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Sherman Oaks
Tuesday Happy Hour is the night! $5 for a great burger, normally $11+ any other time! Also, this month they are featuring Sam Adams Winter lager for $3. no brainer. bring it! A total of $8 + tip - awesome.
Nice bar, mucho TV's, crowded, and good…More »
19. Baby Blues BBQ
I LOVE BABY BLUES BBQ!
Small place, huge food, long lines, and great service. This place does the meat great, and the sides even better. Really hard to go wrong. For lunch, they have great BBQ sandwiches, and burgers, and for dinner - have fun…More »
20. Father's Office
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 393-2337
Love, love, love. Draft beers are treated and described like fine wine. Very knowledgable bartenders help guide you to to find a new beer to try. If that's not enough, an AMAZING burger with fries (tradional, or sweet potato)...with the funniest…More »
21. Salt Creek Grille
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 335-9288
Categories:
Jazz & Blues,
Bars,
American (New),
Seafood,
Steakhouses
Neighbourhood: El Segundo
Not too salty, it's just right! It's upscale, it's casual, but business casual attire is best.
HAPPY HOUR...SPECIALS! (4pm-630pm everyday, plus all day specials listed below)
--- Everyday, 4pm-630pm: 1/2 off wines by the glass, $4 drafts, $6 wells);…More »
22. The Shack Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 449-1171
Categories:
Burgers,
Hot Dogs,
Sandwiches,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Santa Monica
Shack burger - a kielbasa sausage on a hamburger, yes, with it...all together with grilled onions and cheese. The sausage is butterflied, grilled and awesome. The burger and bun, not gourmet standards, but after all, this not a gastropub. This is…More »
23. Hash House A Go Go
Las Vegas, NV 89146
(702) 804-4646
Categories:
American (New),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Westside
"GO GO" TO HASH HOUSE, BUT "NO NO" DANCING -- I'm a bit embarrased, but I want to provide in advance of you going...with both advice and a warning. No need to dress up in your leotards, a tutu, and your dance shoes (not that I did that or anything,…More »
24. Luna Park
Okay, don't be hatin' on my 3-star rating. I've heard great things about this place for quite some time. In fact, it's the #1 place to go by a very good and reputable 'foodie' friend of mine. Perhaps the expectation was set to high. But, for a…More »
25. Rock N Fish
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 748-4020
Categories:
Seafood,
Steakhouses
Neighbourhood: Downtown
What a cool place, and great choice of dining &/or drinks for adults without the nonsense & craziness of most other choices around the area surrounding LA LIVE & Staples Center. It has a nice menu of fish, shrimp, crab sandwich (Yo, crab sandwich,…More »
26. Whole Foods Market
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 257-8700
Categories:
Grocery,
Health Markets
Neighbourhood: Torrance
While this isn't my total favorite Whole Foods (mainly due to its setup, smallish, compartmentalized, and sometimes blocked aisles, maze-like) -- I was extremely surprised, nearly overwhelmed with delight, when passing thru the station food section.…More »
27. Lagasse's Stadium
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 607-2665
Category:
Sports Bars
Neighbourhood: The Strip
I've been several times to Lagasse's, and I surprised it's not rated higher than it is by my fellow yelpers. For watching a game, or games, it doesn't get any finer.
Lot's of TV's, and in rooms and settings of all kinds of styles. From the…More »
28. The Habit Burger Grill
You always remember your first. I've ate at this location about 40 times, more so 3-6 years ago when I worked at nearby Amgen. Why? Because, HBG is awesome burgers and salads!
This one, and all the locations I've been to since, are kept very…More »
29. Johnny Rockets
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 214-4051
In August, I went here for my birthday with a small group of my peeps. I chose it because of the location, the HUGE outdoor area seating, and suitable for an afternoon with kids along. Plus, a good range of burgers and fries, and salad choices.
…More »
30. Islands
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 363-8968
Categories:
Burgers,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Redondo Beach
Burgers and fries...oh my! THINGS GREAT ABOUT THIS LOCATION ---
* new...everything shines and sparkles
* service: nice, fun, and responsive
* lots of easy parking
* small outdoor patio for dining
* the bar is made the centerpiece of the restaurant with…More »
31. The Varsity Sports Bar & Lounge
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 651-5433
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Sports Bars
Neighbourhood: Mid-City West
I like this place! Good food, upscale bar, and over a billion TV's.
I've been here twice for big games: 2011 World Series game 7 (Cards vs Rangers), and the 2011 NFL Championship (Bears/Packers). Found great seats both times, ate delicious food,…More »
32. 1321 Downtown Taproom Bistro
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 618-1321
Categories:
Gastropubs,
Tapas/Small Plates
Neighbourhood: Torrance
Yeah for Torrance! See, you don't understand unless your from, or live, here. Torrance doesn't usually equal cool. Gastropubs rule!
7 reasons why this is great:
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1) Torrance, c'mon! It's Normalville, USA. Chains, family…More »
33. Red Robin
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 542-2488
Categories:
Burgers,
American (Traditional),
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Redondo Beach
Bottomless Root Beer Float -- those are 4 glorious words! That's right peeps! An all you can eat/drink root beer floats! And, hold on...it's only $3.19. Are you kidding me? The other thing I love is that it is technically considered a…More »
34. Swingers
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 653-5858
Categories:
American (New),
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Mid-City West, West Hollywood
Great -- vibe, food, and sexy little outfits!
The waitresses here are so cute and sexy, tattooed, and probably can kick some serious butt. But, they serve you with a smile, and in no way are hired only for their looks. They also are really efficent…More »
35. The Draft Bar and Grill
Studio City, CA 91607
(818) 508-8652
Category:
Sports Bars
Neighbourhoods: Studio City, Valley Village
This is my favorite place in the area for NFL Sundays, Laker games, and big college games -- whoa. Crowded, loud, and it gets amped up. Usually one game has sound, but all the games are shown here...and if not, they're very accomodating...just ask…More »
36. Chili's Grill & Bar
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 792-9012
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Tex-Mex
Neighbourhood: Torrance
They got my baby back, baby back, baby back, baby back ribs. The menu at Chili's always pleases - because it has a little everything, Tex-Mex, burgers, salads, sandwiches, chicken, etc. PLUS, I appreciate the effort from the Corporate heads to…More »
37. The Apple Pan
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 475-3585
A very tasty burger indeed, so I can see why this has a regular and consistent following. BUT (and it's a BIG BUTT...giggle) there are only 2 types: a "Steakburger" and a "Hickoryburger". You can't add anything to them. No chili. No bacon. No…More »
38. Mel's Drive-In
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 990-0648
Categories:
Diners,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Sherman Oaks
It's 6am & a great place for breakfast in Sherman Oaks! Came here to write, and with all the tables they have (50?), I had lots of room to think, write, and just the right enough of noise and distraction.
I partook in one of 3 morning breakfast…More »
39. Polly's Pies Restaurant
This is surprisingly nice inside, provides good value, and features an ample menu -- and overall, exceeded my expectations.
DECOR --- Feels new, warm and homey.
SERVICE --- Responsive, and friendly.
THE MENU:
-- Pies -- YAY!
-- Breakfast -- YAY!
--…More »
40. Ireland's 32
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 785-4031
Categories:
Restaurants,
Dive Bars,
Karaoke
Neighbourhood: Van Nuys
Leave your fricken LA attitude at the door! It's casual, and super unpretentious.
This is a great, local neighborhood bar, with live music, folks to chat with (mixed crowd from red-faced drinkers to the nicely-dressed, and from 20's to 70's), and…More »
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