Best Burgers Restaurants in Long Beach (90803)
6 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
8.6
Heavy metal-themed burger destination relocated from Alhambra to Bay Shore Beach in 2024, serving half-pound patties with rock-inspired names. Food Network's Great Food Truck Race winner brings creative toppings from chimichurri-blue cheese to peanut butter-strawberry jam-bacon-sriracha, all served with craft beers and ocean views.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ozzy Osbourne Burger, Napalm Death Burger, Long Beach Dirtbag
What makes it special: Only beachfront heavy metal burger joint with rock memorabilia and ocean backdrop
#2
Crack
8.3
Golf course deck restaurant serving elevated smash burgers and tri-tip sandwiches with craft root beer. Owner-operated spot features signature bacon jam on the Dirty Burger, rotating daily sides like white bean chili, and views overlooking Bixby Village Golf Course greens.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bacon Jam Burger, Dirty Burger, Ortega Burger
What makes it special: Smash burgers with bacon jam overlooking golf course
8.2
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Walk-up smash burger stand delivering LA-quality burgers at prices that recall In-N-Out's golden era. Mini-chain perfected crispy-edged patties with gooey American cheese, caramelized onions, and bright pink house sauce, though the fried chicken sandwich may steal the show.
Must-Try Dishes:
Double Cheeseburger, Fried Chicken Sandwich, Hand-Spun Milkshakes
What makes it special: Double patty smashburger for $7.50 rivals pricier competitors
8.1
Croatian-run beachside café adjacent to Rosie's Dog Beach offering Mediterranean-inspired burgers and burritos alongside a dedicated dog menu. Opened in 2024 with fairy lights creating magical evening ambiance, agility courses for pups, and sourdough bun burgers that impressed first-year visitors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sourdough Bun Burger, Breakfast Burrito, Ceviche
What makes it special: Only Long Beach beach bar with dog agility courses and dedicated canine menu
Worthy Picks
7.9
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Family Friendly Favorites
Happy Hour Hotspots
Long Beach's oldest brewpub since 1990 sits at the base of Belmont Pier with sweeping ocean views and spacious patio. Seven-barrel brewing system produces over 1,000 barrels annually while the kitchen serves elevated pub fare including American Kobe beef burgers alongside craft beers, lobster bisque, and seafood specialties.
Must-Try Dishes:
American Kobe Burger, Bison Burger, Lobster Bisque
What makes it special: LA County's oldest brewpub with 35-year legacy and oceanfront location
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Brunch Bliss Spots
Family-owned fast casual operation evolved from Burger City Grill heritage, making everything from scratch with locally-sourced ingredients. Buns hold up impressively on long drives while quality house-made patties deliver freshness that stands apart from typical food service suppliers.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fantastic Burger, Lunch Box Combo, Breakfast Burrito
What makes it special: Multi-generation LA burger legacy with everything made in-house from scratch