Los Angeles has a – well-deserved, in our opinion – reputation as the land of probiotic thermal shakes from the moon, farro power bowls and kale salads, but unbeknownst to many, there’s also something else this town does better than most: burgers.
From famous chains like In-N-Out and old-school Valley shacks to schmancy-fancy truffle patty joints, there’s something for every burger fan in the City of Angels, and there’s no denying Woodland Hills knows its way around this culinary landscape. We’ve scoured the town looking for what we feel are the best burger spots, so worry about getting back on the treadmill and eating goji berries tomorrow.
Boulevard Burgers, located at 21718 Ventura Boulevard, serves what is considered one of the best burgers in the Valley, in addition to fan-favorite pastrami, grilled chicken and even breakfast. Though you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, you have to try Boulevard’s crunchy onion rings and crispy fries – but regardless of what you go with, you’ll be charmed by this mom-n-pop-esque spot where the food is freshly made to order…and that freshness can be tasted in all their ingredients. There’s a small indoor seating area and plenty of outdoor seating in the front and back.
The Stand, located at 5780 Canoga Avenue, boasts 13 locations throughout Southern California in addition to one in Houston, Texas, and has been redefining the fast-casual dining scene by serving high-quality classic American food in its own style at affordable prices. The menu consists of made-to-order burgers, sandwiches, fries, fresh salads, hot dogs, wraps, veggie plates, milkshakes, craft beer and wine on tap. The Stand also offers patrons a customizable menu to create their own burger with base options including beef, turkey, chicken, falafel (vegetarian) and plant-based protein (vegetarian). Open 11 am to 9 pm daily.
For true vegetarian options between the bun, look no further than Dog Haus, located at 6501 Topanga Canyon Boulevard in Canoga Park, where hand-crafted hormone- and antibiotic-free hot dogs, sausages, burgers and plant-based proteins are all served on Kings Hawaiian rolls alongside local craft beers and premium shakes. Established in October of 2010, the Dog Haus concept resonated with Angelinos who love to eat while experiencing a casual meal with family and friends – even the four-legged kind – and the combination of sweet and savory in every bite has created a cult following that extends across the U.S. Open Monday through Thursday from 7 am to 10 pm, Friday from 7 am to 11 pm, Saturday from 8 am to 11 pm and Sunday from 8 am to 10 pm.
Burger Lounge, with locations in San Diego, Inland Empire, Orange County, the Bay area and Sacramento but situated at 19515 Nordhoff Street Suite 5 in Los Angeles for residents of Woodland Hills, offers “real food, thoughtfully-sourced ingredients and quality experiences” amidst the backdrop of something far beyond your ordinary burger joint. The delicious food here runs the gamut from 100-percent grass-fed, grass-finished beef and free-range turkey to plant-based burgers, fresh salads and more. Established in 2007, Burger Lounge is the brainchild of two San Diego entrepreneurs inspired by their love of food and motivated by a desire to change the way people think about it; as such, the menu is centered on the aforementioned 100-percent fresh American grass-fed beef and truly healthy salads. Enjoy a gimmick-free fast-casual respite as you indulge in real cuisine made from whole food ingredients – all served in a modern and comfortable setting. Open daily from 11 am to 9 pm.
Barney’s Gourmet Hamburgers, located at 4776 Commons Way Suite D in Calabasas inside the luxurious Calabasas Commons, is the perfect place to visit before or after a day of serious shopping. Take a seat in the gorgeous outdoor space and enjoy one of the eatery’s famous hamburgers alongside a thick milkshake, draft beer, wine and crispy curly fries. Looking for the ideal power lunch spot with colleagues, or even just a place to take the kids on the weekend for a fun night out? Barney’s is where you want to be, first opening its doors in 1978 in Oakland and going on to introduce an award-winning concept of gourmet hamburgers. Since then, nine other burger restaurants have opened under the Barney’s name, along with an expanded menu, guaranteeing that everyone who walks in can find something they’ll love. Open daily from 11 am to 9 pm.
Believe it or not, Los Angeles is at the center of America’s burger obsession, with the “few-frills” food done up in countless ways from the beachy towns of the South Bay to the heart of Woodland Hills’ chef-driven culinary movement. Born from the nation’s infatuation with beef coupled with the modern highway system, the humble burger can be high-end or low, and these aforementioned selections have you covered in Woodland Hills when the “moooood” strikes.
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