Best Group Dining Burgers Restaurants in Los Angeles
30 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Horses
A buzzy, Michelin-recognized Sunset bistro blending vintage pub bones with contemporary, French-leaning American cooking.
Notable Picks
#1
Horses
8.8
Horses is a Michelin-recognized contemporary bistro on Sunset that channels old Hollywood energy with martinis, a tight seasonal menu, and one of the city’s most talked-about burgers. It’s a destination for long, lingering dinners where endive Caesar, off-menu vodka rigatoni, and Cornish hen share the table with strong cocktails and excellent people-watching.
Must-Try Dishes:
Horses Caesar (endive Caesar salad), Off-menu vodka rigatoni “The Herman”, Cornish hen with panzanella
What Makes it Special: A buzzy, Michelin-recognized Sunset bistro blending vintage pub bones with contemporary, French-leaning American cooking.
8.8
A Highland Park sports bar cornerstone since 2014, The Greyhound is known citywide for its Great Lakes–style hot wings and game-day energy. Happy hour and game-time “Blue Hour” specials make piling into a booth with a platter of saucy wings and a cold beer feel like a ritual.
Must-Try Dishes:
Greyhound Wings (Bone-In), Judgment Day Wings, Schlitz Can Chicken
What Makes it Special: Chef-driven Midwestern-style wings with tons of sauces in a true neighborhood sports bar.
#3
Dunsmoor
8.6
Chef Brian Dunsmoor’s American heritage restaurant in Eagle Rock delivers wood-fired, grill-driven cooking with serious technique behind familiar flavors. The menu moves through richly seasoned meats, careful vegetable work, and shareable sides that feel both rustic and refined. A destination for Northeast LA when you want ambitious American cooking without pretense.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wood-grilled steak or chop of the day, Cornbread with seasonal butter, Beef tartare or crudo starter
What Makes it Special: Fire-driven American cooking with a chef’s-counter level of detail.
8.4
Rocco's Tavern is a high-energy Westwood Village sports bar where big, griddled burgers share the table with wings, pizzas, and late-night drinks. It’s a primary post-game stop for UCLA students and locals looking for burgers, beers, and wall-to-wall TVs that run well past midnight on busy nights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rocco's signature cheeseburger with fries, Bacon avocado burger, Patty melt on grilled sourdough
What Makes it Special: Rowdy, game-day sports bar energy matched with hefty late-night burgers.
8.4
Housed in the historic 1929 Clock Tower building, The Misfit champions farm-to-table American comfort food with LA's best happy hour. The high-energy space steps from Third Street Promenade draws crowds for thoughtfully-crafted cocktails and seasonal California cuisine.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bacon Mac & Cheese, Pan-Seared Sea Bass, Walnut Bolognaise
What Makes it Special: Best happy hour in LA according to multiple publications
8.3
Operating since 1920, this Route 66 roadhouse serves up classic hot wings alongside a massive 1000-item menu and over 175 beers. The weekday happy hour delivers half-price appetizers including their well-executed buffalo wings, making it a reliable choice for both wing enthusiasts and sports fans seeking an authentic Los Angeles institution.
Must-Try Dishes:
Buffalo Hot Wings, Famous Chili, Route 66 Burger
What Makes it Special: Nearly 100-year-old Hollywood landmark with rock n' roll history and massive beer selection
8.3
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Quick Bites Champions
A long-running Westwood Boulevard diner, Headlines folds a surprisingly deep burrito lineup into its all-day breakfast and Mexican sections. From basic egg-and-bacon wraps to oversized fajita and Cali burritos, it’s where you go when you want big, filling burritos with classic diner comfort on the side.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito, Fajita Burrito, Cali Burrito
What Makes it Special: Classic diner turning out an unusually broad lineup of breakfast and Mexican-style burritos all day.
8.3
Marathon Burger is a newer Fairfax District arrival tied to Nipsey Hussle’s Marathon brand, serving wagyu smash burgers, fried chicken sandwiches, and shakes in a polished, music-forward room. Late hours and a strong cultural story make it as much a hangout as a burger stop, especially for fans of LA hip-hop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wagyu smash burger, Fried chicken sandwich, Portobello or plant-based burger
What Makes it Special: A music-inflected burger spot where wagyu smash burgers intersect with the Marathon legacy and late-night hours.
#9
Mom Said Yes
8.3
Mom Said Yes is a New York–style pizza bar and arcade where 18-inch pies, craft cocktails, and constant events share the same loud, playful room. Locals lean on it for crispy, foldable pizzas with creative toppings plus a built-in night out of games, music, and sports on TV. It’s the spot when you want a party vibe and serious pizza in one place.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bad Influence vodka-sauce pizza with cup-and-char pepperoni, Spicy Permission Slip sriracha-agave chicken pizza, Detention Special pesto burrata and prosciutto pizza
What Makes it Special: Big New York–style pies served in a rowdy bar-arcade setting.
#10
The Counter
8.3
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Business Lunch Power Players
Group Dining Gatherings
Happy Hour Hotspots
Build-your-own burger destination with thousands of customization combinations from grass-fed beef to vegan patties. This contemporary spot lets diners select everything from bun type to premium toppings like truffle aioli and fried eggs, paired with excellent sweet potato or parmesan fries.
Must-Try Dishes:
Create Your Own Burger, Old School Burger, Sweet Potato Fries
What Makes it Special: Thousands of burger combinations with quality ingredients and dietary options
8.3
Beachfront beer garden with BOGO-style happy hour windows and tacos on the all-day menu. Sunset timing brings a lively crowd for shrimp or veggie tacos paired with easy-drinking drafts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shrimp tacos, Veggie tacos, Chips and guacamole
What Makes it Special: Oceanfront HH energy with taco options and rotating drink deals.
8.2
Olympic Troy's Burgers is a long-running Bell Gardens burger house famed for its loaded chili cheese fries, avocado-topped burgers, and sprawling menu of breakfast plates and Mexican comfort dishes. It’s the move when you want a fully loaded burger combo and diner-style plates under one roof.
Must-Try Dishes:
Avocado Cheeseburger Combo, Chili Cheese Fries, Double Cheeseburger Combo
What Makes it Special: Big-menu burger shop known for over-the-top chili fries and avocado burgers.
8.1
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Sports Bar Central
Happy Hour Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
A craft-beer gastropub that pairs a deep tap list with sturdy New American bar cooking. It’s best used for game nights, trivia, and burgers that lean indulgent rather than experimental, with a friendly neighborhood energy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Founders burger, Beer-battered fish and chips, House wings
What Makes it Special: One of the area’s strongest craft-beer hubs with solid pub food.
#14
Jones Hollywood
8.1
Jones Hollywood is a late-night Italian-American restaurant offering pasta, pizza, and cocktails in a dimly lit, old-school setting. It is known for its lively energy and extended hours, making it a reliable choice for night owls. The red booths and retro design create a classic Hollywood feel.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spaghetti and meatballs, Pepperoni pizza, Apple pie
What Makes it Special: Late-night Italian-American cooking in a retro Hollywood room.
8.1
Mary and Robb's Westwood Cafe is a classic neighborhood diner known for all-day breakfast, stacked burgers, and a warm, white-tablecloth setting that feels more polished than its casual menu suggests. Regulars use the back and side areas for small private breakfasts, casual business meetups, and low-key celebrations that don’t need a sceney backdrop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Combo pancakes with bacon and eggs, Breakfast burrito, House burger with fries
What Makes it Special: A decades-loved Westwood diner where semi-private corners and back tables host everything from family breakfasts to attorney meetings.
Barney’s Beanery’s Westwood outpost brings the brand’s huge burger list, arcade games, and bar vibe to a multi-room space just off the Broxton strip. Burgers run from classic cheeseburgers to chili-topped monsters, and the kitchen tends to keep a late-night crowd fed after screenings and campus events.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Beanery cheeseburger, Chili cheeseburger with onions, BBQ bacon burger
What Makes it Special: Classic LA bar-restaurant with a sprawling burger list, games, and late-night hours.
A 30,000 sq-ft moto-culture destination where the converted 1945 warehouse, vintage motorcycles on the floor, and club-like energy are the main attraction—food takes a supporting role. The modern American menu delivers solid burgers (the bone marrow truffle burger stands out) and a strong brunch spread, though portions and prices run toward destination-dining territory. Works best as a social gathering spot where the spectacle and sprawling lounge seating carry the experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bike Shed Burger, Steak & Eggs, Breakfast Burrito
What Makes it Special: A full-scale restaurant embedded inside a genuine moto social club.
#18
Burgers 99
8
La Brea’s retro-leaning burger shop from the Badmaash team, known for classic cheeseburgers, a wagyu option, and griddled patties that channel an elevated fast-food style. Crowds come for the nostalgic flavors, shakes, and back-room seating that make it an easy meetup spot near Miracle Mile.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheeseburger with 99 Sauce, Wagyu Burger, Patty Melt
What Makes it Special: Modern LA take on the classic smash-style burger with wagyu upgrades.
#19
Torrance Tavern
8
Torrance Tavern is a busy sports bar where burgers, wings, and big salads share space with a strong draft list and cocktail program. Locals pile in for games, happy hour, and hearty bar food that’s upgraded just enough to feel like a step above the usual pub grub.
Must-Try Dishes:
Western Burger, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Chili Verde Bowl
What Makes it Special: High-energy sports bar with upgraded burgers, bowls, and plenty of screens.
#20
Tower Pizza
8
Vibes:
Sports Bar Central
Group Dining Gatherings
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Since the mid-1980s this student-filled sports bar has been Westchester’s casual hangout for pizza, pitchers, and surprisingly solid burgers. The Tower Cheeseburger and Western Chili Cheeseburger come piled high and budget-friendly, making it a go-to for LMU students, local teams, and big groups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tower Cheeseburger, Western Chili Cheeseburger, Island Chicken Burger
What Makes it Special: A true neighborhood sports bar where big-screen games, pitchers, and stacked burgers are built for sharing.
Worthy Picks
7.9
A compact twelve-item menu that punches well above bar-food expectations — hamachi tostadas and a patty melt that belong on a full-service restaurant ticket, backed by a wine program that gives most Downtown LA dining rooms a run. The indoor-outdoor layout fills up fast on weekends, and the noise level runs hot enough that you're better off leaning into the group energy than planning a quiet conversation.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fries, Biscuits, The Patty Melt
What Makes it Special: A twelve-item menu executed at full-restaurant caliber inside a bar with a wine list that outpaces most LA restaurants
#22
Fat Sal's Deli
7.9
Fat Sal’s Westwood outpost is a late-night destination for overstuffed, everything-in-the-basket sandwiches that mash fries, mozzarella sticks, and deli meats into one. Quality leans indulgent rather than refined, but the sheer spectacle and generous portions make it a reliable choice for post-game and post-party crowds. It’s as much about the energy on the sidewalk as it is about the sandwich itself.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fat Jerry Sandwich, Fat Texas Sandwich, Buffalo Chicken Fries
What Makes it Special: Maximalist sandwiches stuffed with fries and fried snacks that cater to serious late-night cravings.
#23
Five Guys
7.9
This East Coast chain delivers customizable burgers with fresh-ground beef and hand-cut fries served in brown bags overflowing with extras. While closing at 10 PM limits true late-night appeal, the made-to-order approach and extensive topping bar create satisfying pre-party fuel.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bacon Cheeseburger, Little Bacon Burger, Cajun Fries
What Makes it Special: Unlimited toppings and overflowing fry portions
7.9
Vibes:
Happy Hour Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Business Lunch Power Players
A whisky-forward New American bar and grill anchored by technique-driven comfort food—the seven-hour bolognese on pappardelle is the signature move, backed by a deep brown spirits library that elevates the standard downtown lunch-and-drinks formula. The room stays conversation-friendly even at capacity, making it a reliable staging ground for pre-show groups and business lunches near the Historic Core. Expect solid bar-and-grill pricing without standout value, but the kitchen execution holds up across a broad menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seven Hour Bolognese, Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Prime Rib French Dip
What Makes it Special: Downtown LA's go-to New American bar and grill with a top-shelf whisky library and seven-hour slow-cooked bolognese on pappardelle
#25
Pour Decisions
7.9
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Happy Hour Hotspots
Sports Bar Central
Group Dining Gatherings
Brewpub from Brews Brothers owners features Cali Classic smashburgers alongside 37 beer taps, occupying the revamped Stout Burgers space with warm wood interiors. The brisket egg rolls and tapas-style small plates complement craft beer selections including house-brewed options.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cali Classic Smash Burger, Brisket Egg Rolls, Butter Burger
What Makes it Special: 37 beers on tap including house-brewed Brews Brothers selections
#26
Bowls N' Bunz
7.8
Kosher Asian fusion from a chef with NYC fine-dining roots, built around from-scratch bowls that lean Korean and Chinese — the bulgogi and crispy orange chicken carried the menu while the burger and rice sides lagged. The back garden with its Moroccan lanterns gave Pico-Robertson a rare outdoor dining option for kosher groups, though the kitchen's range outpaced its consistency across the full menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ramen, Steak Bulgogi, Crispy Orange Chicken Bowl
What Makes it Special: Kosher Asian fusion in Pico Robertson from a chef with Michelin-starred NYC kitchen experience, blending Korean, Chinese, and Thai influences under one roof
7.8
A converted auto shop in Palms that commits to the sports bar format with 28+ screens and ping pong, then surprises with a gastropub menu that goes beyond standard bar fare — coconut red curry pub wings and mushroom-burrata flatbread signal a kitchen actually trying. It works best as a group landing spot where the food holds up to repeated visits and nobody has to shout over the TV to justify ordering another round.
Must-Try Dishes:
Coconut Red Curry Pub Wings, The Garage Burger, Short Rib Sliders
What Makes it Special: A converted auto shop with 28+ screens, ping pong, and gastropub food that punches above bar-grade — the coconut red curry wings alone justify the trip.
7.7
Vibes:
Sports Bar Central
Quick Bites Champions
Business Lunch Power Players
Group Dining Gatherings
Inside the LAX Marriott, Hangar 18 serves a better-than-expected hotel-bar burger, headlined by the Big Bacon Burger on a brioche bun. It’s a convenient sit-down option for travelers and nearby office workers who want a full bar, big TVs, and reliable burgers without leaving the Century Boulevard hotel row.
Must-Try Dishes:
Big Bacon Burger, Turkey Burger, Impossible Burger (Plant-Based)
What Makes it Special: A polished hotel sports bar where the Big Bacon Burger anchors a traveler-friendly menu steps from LAX.
#29
Shake Shack
7.6
NYC burger icon's house-made frozen custard churned fresh daily offers dense, creamy treats alongside their famous burgers. Seasonal concretes feature local bakery collaborations in this buzzing location near Century City.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salted Caramel Shake, Shack Attack Concrete, Vanilla Custard
What Makes it Special: Dense frozen custard made fresh every day
7.6
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Family Friendly Favorites
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Build-your-own burgers anchor this full-service spot on Wilshire where guests customize patties, buns, cheeses, and toppings alongside craft beers and sides. It’s a flexible pick near the museums when groups need everything from keto bowls to classic cheeseburgers at one table.
Must-Try Dishes:
Build-Your-Own Burger, Old School-Style Cheeseburger, Sweet Potato Fries
What Makes it Special: Customizable burger format with full-service seating near the museums.