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I'll gladly pay you Tuesday.. for these burgers today
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1. Father's Office
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 393-2337
I love coziness of this place. Awesome beers, and a great mix of local craft brews. The burger is always amazing, maybe my favorite in The city because of the whole experience of the place, that is if you can find a place to sit. Maybe Culver is…More »
2. Father's Office
This location has all the goodness of the original, but a totally different feel. They definitely can handle a crowd better here. Ordering at the counter is a great system, and the clean wood make for an attractive place to drink with friends. It…More »
3. The Golden State
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 782-8331
Categories:
Burgers,
Gastropubs,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhoods: Mid-City West, West Hollywood
Ok, so I heard the hype. And it exceeded expectations. The burger was flat out awesome, and in my opinion one of the top burgers in LA. It was perfectly grilled Harris ranch beef, a good bun, salty bacon and arugula. I liked the simple and modern…More »
4. Craft & Commerce
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 269-2202
Categories:
Gastropubs,
Bars
Neighbourhood: Little Italy
Demand less huh? This spot shows the opposite,... that is okay and proper to demand and expect more. Great craft cocktails, beer cocktails, champagne cocktails. I like the Italian IPA, with pale ale, bitters, and citrus. The micheladas are good…More »
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9/4/2010
Mixology. Thoughtful beer list. Gastropubgrub. Aesthetics.
A good combination, and a good… Read more »
5. Umami Burger
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 469-3100
Categories:
Gastropubs,
Burgers
Neighbourhood: Hollywood
Ok, it deserves some hype, but not all of it. It was a very good burger, the quality came through and the meat was very tender. I scarfed it down, but it may have been that I had to wait a half hour for a table. It definitely falls in the category…More »
6. Stout
Pretty darn good burger, just as good as it's neighbor if not better. Gotta be up there for top10 in LA. I like the Stout and the Goombah. Fries are good too. A nice selection of draft crafts and imports to pair with, and I like that the walls open…More »
7. Hodad's
San Diego, CA 92107
(619) 224-4623
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhoods: Point Loma, Ocean Beach
Definitely one of the top burgers in San Diego. I'm a fan of Rocky's, Tioli's, Neighborhood, In n Out too....
Prepare to hopskotch over homeless people to get to the door, which usually has a wait. This place is an OB staple. You will probably…More »
8. In-N-Out Burger
Pacific Beach, CA 92109
(800) 786-1000
This is a review for all In n Out Burgers, I just happen to be posting here since it is the one I frequent the most. This burger cant be beaten in this category, that is a cheap, quick burger. Everything is pretty much perfect, and it is a perfect…More »
9. Neighborhood
Good burgers. A bit dry, but quality ingredients and good taste.....good sweet potato fries too. Awesome cobb salad. Well thought out wine and beer list(belgain ales, etc). Wednesdays are cheap for wine. Cool vibe, small, and like the name, it is a…More »
10. Burger Lounge
4.5 stars actually, but I am a huge fan. It exceeds expectations and each time I have it, I realize how much I want to return. Maybe people think it is expensive, but they are using high quality products here, including grass-fed beef, organic…More »
11. The Oaks Gourmet
Los Angeles, CA 90068
(323) 871-8894
Categories:
Specialty Food,
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighbourhoods: Hollywood, Griffith Park/Los Feliz
The burger was pretty darn good. The brioche may have made it a bit sweet, but the quality was easily tasted. The short rib dip with au jus was even better though. Good beer selection, it's a crying shame you can't wash down your sandwich with one…More »
12. Rocky's Crown Pub
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 273-9140
Rocky's is solid every time. One of the top burgers around.....
No need to overhype it. Good bar, always satisfies.
13. Eureka Burger
I only came once while I was in town...but we had a big group of guys and everyone was happy. Cool contemporary design, good craft brews and quality burgers. This is a concept that can be rolled out anywhere and do well. For me, it is kind of a…More »
14. Prepkitchen
I already love Whisknladle, so this is an obvious favorite for me too. I love how casual and cool it is here. A great foodie experience, and I like sitting on the patio for lunch. A great burger among other things...but great any meal of the day.
15. Hamilton's Tavern
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 238-5460
Category:
Pubs
Neighbourhoods: South Park, Golden Hill
As far as a cozy local neighborhood joint who is serious about quality beer and where food is not an after thought, this is place is a staple.
It gives a nice selection of the many local brews in SD that are quite good. Take your orders for MadDog…More »
16. The Counter
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 436-3844
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhoods: Hollywood, West Hollywood
Sometimes endless choices are too many. I think a 1/2 lb choice would be a nice option though if we are gonna lay it out there. The burgers are good, and the fixins are plenty. The place is clean and modern, but feels a little too much like a…More »
17. The Counter
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 481-9821
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Burgers,
Diners
Neighbourhood: Carmel Valley
Look, I have eaten here multiple times, so I cant bag it, and will round up from 3.5. But this location hasnt quite got the mojo compared to LA locations I have been to. I like the concept, the choices make it pretty endless. The specials often…More »
18. Villains Tavern
So, it's a destination because of the location. But I guess it gives it an underground feel being out on the beautiful LA river. I like the collection of gothic church architectural elements and vintage apothecary jars, and the outdoor patio with…More »
19. Quality Social
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 501-7675
Categories:
Bars,
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Gaslamp
This is a bar that fits San Diego's new scene. It delivers a serious beer menu, with great imports(hitachino and chi may), crafts(green flash and Matilda), and even 24oz PBRs and yes Mickey's big mouths. But more impressive is their food menu. The…More »
20. Nicky Rottens
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 702-8068
Categories:
Burgers,
Sports Bars
Neighbourhoods: Gaslamp, East Village
Good quality burgers are the main draw here, which drags it up from what is really a 3.5 stars rating for me. The space is long and rectangular, and maybe it is more fun to people watch on 5th than be towards the back. But it has TV's for games and…More »
21. TK Burgers
I really like this burger, the way I like Hodad's in San Diego. There is something very Americana about the whole experience of it. There is nothing gourmet about it, even though I am in love with that concept. It is somewhat a hole in the wall,…More »
22. The Escondite
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 626-1800
The new local "hideout" is an interesting spot. Vintage cowboy prints, antler chandeliers, and an outdoor patio will keep the folks coming. Nothing sounded great from reading the menu. But The Cap'n Kangaroo burger with a fried egg, Canadian…More »
23. Healdsburg Bar & Grill
Good burger, good pulled pork and awesome Adult mac n Cheese.
This is your standard bar and grill in wine country It poured cats and dogs when I was there, so we sat inside, but they have a nice patio outside as well. They have local craft brews on…More »
24. Smashburger
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 750-2531
Categories:
Burgers,
American (New)
Neighbourhood: La Jolla
3.5 rounding up. There is something very cheesy to me about the design and branding. But more importantly, the food hits the spot. This is not a gourmet place, and so I consider it between the likes of fast food and foo foo. I like the burgers and…More »
25. The Crow Bar and Kitchen
Really more like 3 and a half. But the OC is so far behind on sophisticated food and drink that this place stood apart for me. Good beer and wine list. Good vibe. The exterior and the menu design are cool. The interior was okay but left me wanting…More »
26. The Waterfront Bar & Grill
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 232-9656
Categories:
Bars,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Middletown, Little Italy
Stiff drinks. Crowded. Great greasy food(burgers especially). What else do you want from a dive? Oldest bar in San Diego, where the Italian and Portugese fisherman used to wet their whistles back in the day. Definitely a staple and good watering…More »
27. Station Tavern & Burgers
San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 255-0657
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhoods: South Park, Golden Hill
3.5, but I am rounding down for the service. I generally like this place. I love the location and the whole idea of the outdoor patio. It is great for the neighborhood and it stays pretty busy, especially if it's warm outside. But many of the…More »
28. Davanti Enoteca
I have been many times, and I have to drop my review to 3 stars. I want to like it more, but the execution is very hit and miss. I really liked their burger, especially on the happy hour prices. They have raised the price of that by 2 bucks, which…More »
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12/14/2011
Moving back into my hood...I was pleased to have a new offering for Italian, yet one that was a bit… Read more »
29. The Smoking Goat
I can only pass judgement based off one visit. After day drinking at Bluefoot, it came time to fill the belly. My bro and I sat at the bar, which eventually led to us smelling like duck fat and smoke. The open kitchen thing is cool, but maybe not…More »
30. Grind Brgr Bar
3.5 rounding up.....It was a bit of a miss on a few things, but overall exceeded expectations. I got the Grind burger. The meat was grass fed and nice and charred on the outside, but a little overcooked inside. Next time I will order rare...…More »
31. Bare Back Grill
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 274-7117
A cool offering...meaning a shady respite from the beach, cold brews and a pretty good burger. I have issues with the burger if you try to enter it in a competition against others, but overall I like this place. Casual, mellow but a fun Aussie vibe…More »
32. Stacked
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 225-7900
Categories:
Burgers,
Sandwiches,
Pizza
Neighbourhood: Linda Vista
3.5 rounding down. The concept is cool, somewhat of a rip off of Umami and Counter combined, but what it lacked was execution. The decor is cool,(minus the cheap low resolution abstract stuff on the walls), I like the larger booths, especially for a…More »
33. Five Guys Burgers and Fries
Ok, like others I had see what the hype was all about. And after a few visits I can say that I didn't hate it. But this shouldn't be on any list. It is a total grease trap, and makes you feel immediately like the quality is lower and that you are…More »
34. Fuddruckers Inc
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 693-3916
Categories:
Burgers,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Mira Mesa
Pretty decent burgers for a chain place. The buns are soft and brioche-like. You can get buffalo and ostrich from time to time, and that is what I look forward to most.
Grilled chicken isnt bad either, and you really can customize everything here.
…More »
35. Crazee Burger
San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 282-6044
Categories:
Burgers,
Dive Bars,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: North Park
Crazee yes. I will give it good. But there are many places I would rather have a burger in San Diego and elsewhere. I think this use to be an old restaurant, and it looks and feels like it was taken over and nothing changed. It is a cool locals…More »
36. Jeff's Burgers
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 454-8038
Categories:
Burgers,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: La Jolla Shores
Such an Americana type of place. Casual and unassuming, Jeff's is perfect for beach day burger jaunt. Everything feels right, in a way similar to Hodads and its proximity to the beach does. Usually a small line with barefoot beach goers wait in…More »
37. Crow Burger Kitchen
With craft beer and burgers....I am already in a position to like it....and I do. But because these are some of my favorite things, I must also critique fairly and harshly.
The food is a slight miss here, just as I have said about the original spot…More »
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Yelping SinceMarch 2009
Things I Lovepasta, pizza napoletana, burgers, pulled pork, street tacos, chilaquiles, grilled cheese, craft beer, wine, mac'n'cheese, art, music, film, sports, traveling, Vespa
Find Me InDtown San Diego, dtLA, Hollywood, Little Italy, North Park, La Jolla, Venice
My HometownLa Jolla, CA
When I'm Not Yelping...I'm eating, traveling, making art, traveling, or reading...
The Last Great Book I ReadBrewed Awakening
My Last Meal On Earth6 course Italian....cocktails, wine, and an espresso
Current Crushmy wife...Erika