In 2026 it's pretty hard to believe that you can get a GOOD hamburger and fries for under $10.00 anywhere. But yes, you can if you don't mind a 15-20 min. wait for your food (which is delicious by the way) then stop by A1 Burger. It's not the best looking eatery as it's in desperate need of a makeover, but you know it's got to be good when every time you drive by there's a line out front. The 8x11 paper menu is taped to the window so try to catch a look at it before you make it to the window. I ordered the cheese burger special with lettuce, tomato, grilled onions and a root beer. My only regret is that I didn't take any pictures of my meal before I enjoyed devouring it (you can google for pics). Oh, and 1 Burger is CASH ONLY so come prepared. read more

A1 Burgers is a nostalgic staple in the hood! However, it does have a few issues, but it's well worth it with reasonable prices as well! It is a little hole in the wall place located in Lemert Park..... yes the sign is broken with missing letters.... The building could use some remodeling! But there's something classic about this spot as is! The menu is taped to the bullet proof glass ( I recommend reading it here on yelp before you go, so you will know what to order ahead of time) ....It's CASH ONLY! So come with you coins ready! Now the wait time is a pain, because we have never received our food less then 30 minutes, but that is because the burgers are freshly made as ordered. But I promise you.... If you enjoy a good, fresh, tasty, homemade burger with crispy fries you self season. This is your spot! Enjoy! read more

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Ok so we were out and about and we decided to go to A1. There was a line. Around 2:00pm. We ordered two combos. Fries drink (16oz) fries (steak) burger with cheese.. The total was $17.10. Making this the most affordable burger we have tried. It's less than a in and out combo! The burger is the star of the show. It's a thick burger punching well above its price!! So tasty. Minimal stuff lettuce tomato onion mustard mayo cheese. That's it. There's no ambience. It's literally a hole in the glass ordering... would I go again?? Hell yeah!! It's really good. read more

A-1 Burgers - Cheese burger. - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I pass by every day and there's always people outside waiting for there order. Anywhere from five to eight people all the time.

I've always driven by this place and wanted to try it but it felt like whenever I wanted to go, it was closed or I didn't have cash but I knew to be prepared during my lunch break lol. There was a bit of a wait but we did go at a popular time but it was all worth it because the prices were extremely reasonable, the burger was very big, and the fries were yummy! I would definitely go back soon! read more

A-1 Burgers - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Not the best burger to me but it's reasonably priced for a combo. You have to stand outside or sit in your car while waiting. It's in the neighborhood but you'll be ok. If you don't wanna bust your wallet for a burger come here. read more

I was looking for a place to eat lunch and heard about this place from my wife. I drove over to try A-1 Burger. When I walked up to the counter I was greeted by staff. Staff were nice and polite. I ordered a cheeseburger with bacon and fries. I took a bite of the burger and it was phenomenal. Cooked to perfection, delicious and tastes like an old school burger made at home. FYI there is a little wait for the food because this is a popular place. The fries were seasoned and filling. The meal was filling and the ambiance is customer friendly. The prices are fairly reasonable and the burgers are big/meaty. If you are in the neighborhood this is a great place to get a well seasoned and delicious burger with fries. read more

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Old School "Hood Spot" where all the meals are under $10. The food is tasty and the service is what it is.. average wait is like 17-25 minutes but the parking is bad because it's on Vernon. The ambiance is whatever the weather is that day. read more

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The food was good, tasty and very affordable. They only take cash though. It's all to-go only as well, so no ambiance here. It's popular so there's usually a line. read more

This Burger combo put my ass to sleep. A neighborhood classic for a long time if you know you know... read more

A-1 Burgers - This Burger combo put my ass to sleep. - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It's been years since I had an A-1 Burger bc I don't live here anymore and when in town don't eat junk. Omg it was soooo good and just how it was growing up. Nothing changed but the price but it's to be expected given the world. Great customer service as usual. Oh and ambiance is regular burger joint outside stand. read more

Best all around old school burger in LA for the price!!! Only Fat burgers come close and you would be paying double for the same amount and quality of food! read more

Yep! My first time I got the king combo with the egg 11 bucks good burger great prices. I'll be back fa sho!

The food at this place is always good. They have some of the best burgers. This is the first place I taste a smashburger at and it was amazing. Only bad thing is the parking sucks. read more

Very good tasting old school burger! Reminds you of a good meaty neat burger from the 80's They need to keep the surrounding area clean and people need to stop littering after they eat! Maybe a trash can outside would help and a few chairs to sit in while you wait for your food would be nice. read more

Great spot. Local's fav! Hole in the wall vibes ! Worth the wait. Food fresh! Been going here for the past 20 years.

A1 is a street-side burger stand with a walk-up window for ordering. It's strictly takeaway, with no seating available--and it's cash-only, so come prepared! The wait wasn't too long despite the line, and many people (like me) ate in their cars. Customizing your order is easy--I heard requests for extra salt, mayo on both buns, extra crispy fries, or additional toppings like chili or egg. I opted for the King Burger Special, a solid classic with lettuce, tomato, onion, ketchup, mayo, and mustard. To make it my own, I added bacon, cheese, and egg. Served with hot, crispy fries and an ice-cold Coke, the meal was fresh and nicely priced at under $10. Service was efficient and polite, though minimal, with a thick plexiglass barrier separating customers from workers. After ordering, you wait on the sidewalk for your number to be called. When your order is ready, you can grab extra seasoning from a shaker on the window sill. The burger and fries were neatly packed in a brown paper bag, complete with ketchup. As I walked back to the car, a busker began playing blues on his electric guitar, adding a great vibe to this down-to-earth neighborhood icon. read more

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Terrible customer service wouldn't let paying customer use restroom. Front lady was very rude. Unfortunate

Food is really good Service it's hard since there is such a demand, you can't help it. Ambience needs improvement since you are waiting outside the windows. But it's all worth the money and waiting read more

It's alright, not like back n the days Burger not juicy like they used to be. Always busy means there a lil wait which is ok . read more

Ambiance: Walk up window to order, right on the street, and no place to sit. Only to go orders. Food: The burger and fries were pretty good, decent sized patty, affordable (cash only), and the wait wasn't too long even though there was a line. Chili fritos were not good at all, could barely stomach them. Overall, for the price, I can't complain. Parking is not great, I had to park a few blocks away, so be prepared for that. read more

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You want to talk about getting a burger fries and drink under $10, then you're talking a recession buster. A-1 is truly second to none. You get a burger made to order. That's amazing. Fresh ingredients are key. The fries and drink are standard. Be sure to add the seasoning to the fries. I like to take the burger out of the bag, toss in the seasoning and then shake the fries in the seasoning. Yummy. Expect a 15 minute wait for your food as the line can be long. However the wait is well worth it. You'll enjoy this tasty burger. So give A-1 a try. You'll become a client for life. Also, Cash ONLY! read more

My mother classified this as a 'real black burger'. I guess you can call it that if it means, this sh*t fire.... CASH ONLY, and don't be afraid to make a couple alterations. No fountain drinks if I remember correctly, fries were good and not overly salty. Be careful of the area and have your stuff together, that line CAN get long. read more

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Food always fresh but in Los Angeles Burgers are hella good and reasonable prices.service not bad hard to park no phone in orders.and cash only enjoy been good and flavorful for years. read more

My husband's coworker recommended this place and I now have A-1 Burgers at least once a week. There's never not a line at this place and it's definitely worth the wait. It's such a simple burger but so tasty. I get mine with bacon and it's so delicious. It fills me up the whole day. I also like their fries seasoning so I usually cover my fries with it. They do only take cash which sometimes could be a hassle, but I don't think they'll change that anytime soon. Regardless, this is still one of my favorite mom and pop place! Definitely a must try if you haven't. read more

1st time won't be the last. Only regret I only order 1. The meat tasted like real meat not fatty or too lean. You can taste the fresh cut vegetables. Not pre cut bagged, transported and refrigerated until served. Get the king cheeseburger special, hope they are open tomorrow. read more

the food is great but yall get too old. you taking too long got a long line and the cooks in there talking and laughing and playing around. people come they lunch break and got to wait 30+ minutes read more

Great neighborhood spot. Burgers are always fresh, tasty, and you get huge portions for really cheap. Only negative would be long wait times but for the quality and price you pay it doesn't matter. Reminds me of how Master Burger on Western was like 20 years ago before it became a money laundering front read more

A walk up burger window that has been around for years ! It's home style so it's very affordable ! Burger fries soda less than 15 bucks ! Street parking so understand you might be looking '! Cash only no atm a bank down the street tho so just bring cash lol Made fresh so be patient with staff but quick turnaround! read more

Good food. Good prices can't beat it real beef ok shook burger stand, could use some remolding, but it's only a takeout

I love this place. I only have one true complaint. The chili does not taste good it kind of taste like boiled hamburger meat. But other than that all the food is good. It's great. I love the portions. I don't really care for the french fries they don't give you enough of them and on top of that They always seem wet and soggy. But I only come for the burger. You don't need a meal here just get your burger and leave. read more

I learned about this place while driving around the area. I remember seeing the line of people and thought, is the burger that good? It's a burger stand so you walk up to a window to someone who will take your order. After the pandemic, they now have cut up paper in a basket for you to write down you order to hand to the person taking your order. You can get the works which is lettuce, tomato onion, ketchup, mayo, mustard. I've seen some people, add chili, or an egg. There's a thick plexiglass between you a the workers. Service is average with very little interaction. You can only see the person taking the order, and not the folks cooking. The prices are really reasonable. You can get an A-1 burger special which is either single or double meat with fries and drink for under $10. Once you pay for the order, you are standing out on the sidewalk waiting for your number to be called from another window. When you pick up your order, there's extra seasoning in a canister. The burger is fresh including the bun. The order comes in a brown paper bag. Good burger for the neighborhood. read more

A-1 Burgers - A1 burger and fries - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Classic burger joint since I was younger. In the average 40s but burgers slam dunking. Try em out you won't regret

Can't beat a burger combo for $11 bucks. Simple straight forward decent burgers with seasoned fries. They only take cash though. Be prepared for a small wait because it's made to order. read more

The ingredients taste fresh and the prices are the absolute best. There's not a lot of burgers in the city that are as good and as cheap.

Burger is good for the price. Line is long sometimes but it's worth it. Service is always good.

The burgers are awesome but you have a little wait time of you don't mind waiting. The burgers are worth the wait.

a1 burger closed today? is there something wrong? This one of there businesses days, the food is so delicious

long line waiting but definitely worth it for the quality of the food and prices are great.

Long line as usual but worth the wait. I been coming here since 1997 & the service has always been great & simple. Prices are still reasonable & the burgers & fries are still good & fresh. read more