"Bob's Big Boy is historically significant and in its day was truly revolutionary, inspiring a slew of imitators, most notably McDonald's iconic Big Mac." Bob's Big Boy 4211 Riverside Drive, Burbank California 91505; map); 818-843-9334; bigboy.com Cooking Method: Griddled Short...
Tomo Isoyama's 'Hamburger Series' Los Angeles-based artist Tomo Isoyama's Hamburger Series reminds me of Scanwiches but more organized and focused on burgers. To make Hamburger Rose and Hamburger Stacker he says he "visited various hamburger chains in the area...
Although known for his extravagant parties, Elton John celebrated his recent 62nd birthday in Los Angeles by holding his party at the burger-centric Hamlet....
"This is the dilemma of any workday lunch spot: how to make tasty, affordable food that fits inside the time constraints of a workday. Sadly, the Lemon Moon Prime Burger isn’t the answer." Lemon Moon 12200 West Olympic Boulevard #110,...
The Bucket 4541 Eagle Rock Boulevard, Los Angeles CA 90041 (map); 323-257-5654 Cooking Method: Grilled Short Order: A Los Angeles institution that delivers better atmosphere than burger Want Fries with That? Pass. These frozen spuds aren't resuscitated with any...
Umami Burger is offering a "recession special" where you can get of free fries or Mexican Coke with any burger between their off-peak hours of 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., seven days a week. Related: Discovering the Fifth Taste at...
Umami Burger 850 South La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles CA 90036 (map); 323-931-3000; umamiburger.com Cooking Method: Griddled Short Order: A gourmet burger that is both true to the form and deliciously original Want Fries with That? They are more...
Damon's Steakhouse 317 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale CA 91203 (map); 818-507-1510; damonsglendale.com Cooking Method: Grilled Short Order: This septuagenarian steakhouse serves up superior beef with just ordinary condiments Want Fries with That? No way. Limp and flavorless Prices: Damon's...
Ruby's Diner 1 Balboa Pier, Newport Beach, CA 92661 (map); 949-675-7829; rubys.com Cooking Method: Griddled Short Order: A mid-sized chain that hearkens back to a simpler time that (apparently) had very mediocre burgers Want Fries with That? Yes. These...
Umami Burger, a new burger joint dedicated to "the fifth taste," has been in "soft opening" for the past few weeks, but their official opening day is tomorrow. The signature Umami Burger contains six umami-rich toppings, including Parmesan cheese crisp...
