Best Burgers Restaurants in West Hollywood
10 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Tail O' The Pup
Only surviving programmatic architecture hot dog building with 75+ year history
Notable Picks
8.6
Iconic Los Angeles landmark hot dog stand shaped like a giant hot dog, originally built in 1946 and reopened in 2022 after 17 years in storage. This piece of programmatic architecture serves both hot dogs and burgers in a two-story space with massive patio.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicago Pup, Sassy Cheese Burger, Jalapeño Pup
What Makes it Special: Only surviving programmatic architecture hot dog building with 75+ year history
8.4
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Family Friendly Favorites
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Classic American diner operating since 1947 in a stunning Googie-style building on the famous Sunset Strip. Open 24/7 on weekends, serving traditional burgers alongside breakfast classics and craft beer in a retro atmosphere perfect for late-night celebrity spotting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Cheeseburger, Hickory Burger, Banana Cream Pie
What Makes it Special: Iconic 24/7 diner in preserved Googie architecture with Hollywood film history
8.3
Irv’s Burgers is a historic West Hollywood burger stand reborn, serving griddled patties, fries, and shakes with classic roadside energy. The focus is on simple, well-executed burgers and cheerful service rather than frills, making it a go-to for quick, nostalgic American fast-casual.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic cheeseburger, Double burger with grilled onions, Fries with special sauce
What Makes it Special: A revived classic burger stand that keeps the focus on griddled patties, fries, and old-school charm.
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
8.1
Modern smash burger specialist open until 2am on weekends, featuring premium beef patties cooked on a flattop grill for crispy edges and juicy centers. This newer addition to the scene offers both classic and kosher options with quick counter service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Double Smash Burger, Classic Smash Burger, Loaded Fries
What Makes it Special: Expertly executed smash burgers with kosher options available
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.
#7
Astro Burger
8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Late Night Legends
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Astro Burger is a long-running West Hollywood counter-service spot known for charbroiled burgers, onion rings, and late-night hours on Santa Monica Boulevard. The menu leans classic diner—think fully dressed burgers and shakes—making it a reliable stop before or after bar hopping.
Must-Try Dishes:
Charbroiled cheeseburger, Onion rings, Veggie or Greek-style burger
What Makes it Special: A classic charbroiled-burger counter with real late-night hours on Santa Monica Boulevard.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Robby’s West Hollywood is a neighborhood wine bar and American comfort-food spot inside a Santa Monica Boulevard complex, pairing by-the-glass pours with burgers, sandwiches, and shareable plates. It reads like a casual weeknight hang that still feels considered enough for low-key dates.
Must-Try Dishes:
House cheeseburger, Fried chicken sandwich, Mac and cheese
What Makes it Special: Relaxed wine-bar setting where approachable American comfort food meets a focused glass list.
#9
The Melt
7.9
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Happy Hour Hotspots
The Melt’s West Hollywood outpost is a modern fast-casual spot for MeltBurgers, grilled cheeses, and garlic fries built around a clean, bright dining room and late-night hours. It’s less about craft obsession and more about reliable, melty comfort food that works for quick lunches and casual pre- or post-movie meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Original MeltBurger, BBQ Bacon Melt, Garlic fries
What Makes it Special: A polished fast-casual burger and grilled-cheese shop with late hours and consistently melty comfort food.
#10
LA Buns
7.8
Longtime neighborhood favorite serving Mexican-American fusion including burgers and street tacos since the late 1990s. This cash-only spot stays open until 2am on weekends, making it a popular post-bar destination for late-night munchies with outdoor seating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chili Cheese Burger, Chicken Nachos, Steak Tacos
What Makes it Special: 25+ year neighborhood institution serving late-night Mexican-burger fusion