Best Late Night Burgers Restaurants in Sawtelle Japantown (90025)
2 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
8.3
A Sawtelle-area counter spot that riffs on burgers with Japanese and SoCal comfort-food energy. The patties are juicy and well-seasoned, but what makes it stand out are playful builds like the California Roll–inspired burger and katsu-heavy specials. Expect a casual, fast-paced vibe that suits quick hangs and takeout runs.
Must-Try Dishes:
Katsu California Roll Burger, Black Sheep Burger, Chicken Katsu Sandwich
What makes it special: Creative, Japanese-leaning burger mashups done with real technique.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
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A Thai-leaning smashburger counter that’s become a Sawtelle obsession. Classic American burgers get laab spice, chili jam, and pandan-sweet riffs, all landing fast and messy in the best way. Small room, big buzz, even bigger flavors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grapow smash burger with fried egg, Laab-spiced fries, Pandan milkshake
What makes it special: Smashburgers filtered through Thai street-food logic.