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    Burger She Wrote

    3.7 (407 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Nahiyan K.

    Great super thin smash burger and easy going counter service. The edges are thin so if you are a fan of a good seared crust then this is the Maillard reaction grail of LA smash burgers. The double patty structure provides enough beef to strike a healthy balance between crust and substance. Although I prefer a more traditional burger with patty fit to bum circumference this is good enough to come back and unique enough to recommend to anyone.

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    Juliana E.

    With the popularity of smash burgers taking over all of LA, it can be overwhelming trying them all until you find the one you love the most. Among the top 5 of my favorite smashed burger spots, Burger She Wrote sits on there at #4. Located in West Hollywood, bad parking and high prices are as expected. I mean, you're IN WeHo, what did you expect?? Burger She Wrote has one of the best super smashed burgers. Smashed so wide that the burger ends up looking like a ufo! Crispy crispy edges, sweet Hawaiian bun to balance out the flavor, and crispy handcut fries, yum! The burger spot is super tiny inside, there's only a few seating inside the place, but there are plenty of outdoor seating tables along the sidewalk. It's a poppin' cute little area with a Mexican restaurant next door so it's almost always filled with people, positive vibes, and laughter. Burger She Wrote is what I'd call a classic smashed burger. People woll complain about the price but with the prices of everything increasing, you'll be complaining about basically everything.

    Oklahoma Burger (Double) $14.00
    Erik G.

    What I Ordered: -Oklahoma Burger (Double) $14.00 I've heard a lot of hype surrounding Burger She Wrote, so I was determined to see if this smash burger lived up to it. I have to say, Burger She Wrote has a very cool vibe and aesthetic. I especially like the flooring with the green cubes, which look like a really cool Windows 97 screensaver. Also, I love the name; it's a clever pun on the 80s hit TV show, Murder, She Wrote. The staff were okay, not exactly friendly, but I'm here for a burger, not a conversation. There are only 5 seats inside, but there is some outdoor seating available. I arrived for a late lunch, and my order was ready quickly. I decided to skip the fries, as the reviews here weren't very positive about them. The burger was just okay - not the best, but not the worst smash burger I've had. It's fine if you're nearby and hungry, but not worth the trip or the traffic. The burger was a bit salty, and with too many condiments, it felt a bit overwhelming. Ketchup, mustard, and mayo seem a bit boring for a trendy smash burger; I would have preferred a secret sauce or even Thousand Island dressing. The burger had too many pickles, but I did enjoy the grilled onions. Overall, the experience was underwhelming. I wouldn't mind paying the $14 price if I had truly loved the burger, especially since I wasn't very full afterwards. Skip this place and try another smash burger spot! It didn't live up to the hype, in my opinion.

    Smashburger (Single) & Hand Cut Fries. Try their secret sauce.
    Stuart B.

    Burger She Wrote was founded in 2021 by pro skater Don "The Nuge" Nguyen and restauranteur Steven Arroyo. Love their "Oklahoma Burger" (owner Don Nguyen is originally from Oklahoma City) which is a smash burger with grilled onion smashed into the American wagyu beef patty. They also make a great grilled cheese. There's a really nice outdoor sidewalk terrace for seating and service was pretty fast.

    Best smash burgers around
    Alyssa B.

    When I say these are THE BEST BURGERS I promise you they are! Every time the service is amazing, the energy/vibe is always great and in the perfect location. The food is delicious and what keeps me coming back. I make a 5hr drive from the valley or when I'm out in LA just to get my favorite burger, it's definitely the BEST.

    Armik M.

    It is a fast eating joint with terrible parking situation but the food is good and the frises are done perfectly and seating outside make it more enjoyable..

    Jesse F.

    I know. I know. It doesn't look appetizing. But this is underrated. We'll talk about the fries. They're soggy they're not great, but when you dip them in the sauce it taste like a blooming onion. 4/5 We both got a Oklahoma Burger. Plenty of onions, so flavorful. I've been pouring so much sauce in the burger. It's probably the best Smashburger I've had in my life. We came all the way down from San Francisco just to experience LA food. A friend recommended this place and it didn't disappoint. I doordashed since it's far from my hotel.

    Amanjot K.

    Overall it's a good smash burger spot, and the staff is super friendly! I would say it can be a bit oily but if you like your burgers with some more fat then it's perfect. The fries were perfect like shoestring fries. It's a pretty casual spot so it can be limited spots if it's busy but mainly outdoors.

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    Brian W.

    As someone who's not a crazy fan of smashburgers, but who DOES enjoy burgers in general... I don't quite get all the hype around some places. Unfortunately, Burger She Wrote is one of them. They're a bit small inside, slightly more (but still not much) outdoor seating, and a very decent smashburger, patty a bit on the thinner side, but didn't strike me as too exceptional given all the hype they get. Also, tragically, they were out of french fries when I visited (late lunch). Burger and fries felt sadly incomplete.

    Smashburger (Single)
    Tristen S.

    Pleasantly surprised by this smashburger! It was tasty and not overly seasoned or oily. The fries were also nice and crisp. The restaurant is pretty small and there are a few tables outside. Service was pretty fast too. Street parking wasn't too hard to find on a Saturday afternoon.

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    Rebecca T.

    I'm eating my way through the different smash burger spots in LA, and it brought me to Burger She Wrote. Clever pun off the hit 80s-90s series "Murder She Wrote," the place actually doesn't have any reference to the TV show, which I believe is a sorely-missed opportunity (Angela Lansbury would be rolling in her grave)... Any case, my partner and I went for lunch, a few minutes after BSW opened. We were second in line, and overall, it wasn't too busy for a weekday-- customers came and went, and I can imagine that it gets busier later in the day and/or on weekends. Service was nice, if minimal, and I appreciate they served our food and drinks promptly. There are only two options: smash burger or Oklahoma burger. We got one of each, originally as single patties, but we ended up getting doubles as a mistake. Not mad, though, as we'd paid for singles! The patties were ENORMOUS and paper-thin, with lovely crispy edges while still being quite juicy and tender in the center. The fact it's A5 wagyu was a nice touch, and I could taste the richness and quality in every bite. Personally, I found the bun (Hawaiian roll-style?) soggy, which unfortunately did not keep its integrity while eating; I wish the buns were toasted for more structure. The fries were too greasy, and not my favorite-- I wouldn't recommend getting them. Overall, decent burger, but not the best smash burger I've had. BSW is also quite expensive ($14 for a double smash burger??). Glad to have tried it, though, and I'm still on the hunt for other smash burgers in town.

    Melissa H.

    Came here for the first time one had smasher burgers before and this one takes the cake the flavor was good so was the seasoned fries my bf love this place the service was great the two girls the cook and cashier were sweet and attentive it's small inside but it a nice place to hang out and eat your burger they have outside seating as well I loved it we will be back

    3 Smashburger (Double), Hand Cut Fries, and their special fries (in n out copy cat)!
    Ariana V.

    I came back after a couple years and omg!! Still bomb as I remember. They did add a couple special items to their menu and my cousin and brother tried their copy cat in n out fries. I've always loved their fries --you can tell they're made fresh. Their burger... chef's kiss. The people behind the counter were super nice and super quick with our orders. We ordered quite a lot and made it before the lunch rush.

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    Ask the Community - Burger She Wrote

    Do you have indoor seating?

    Hi Wendy! Thanks for asking. Sorry for the extremely late response. We wanted to answer in case any other yelpers were also wondering. We do offer limited indoor seating ~ 3-4 counter seats. We also have tables and chairs set up on the sidewalk.… 

    How late is the kitchen open?

    Hi Heather! Sorry for the very late response to this, but we wanted to answer in case any other yelpers were also wondering. We're open to 10pm Sun-Thurs and open until 11pm on Fri & Sat. Hope to see you soon!

    Do they offer delivery?

    Hi Melody! Sorry for the very late response to this but we wanted to answer in case any other yelpers are also wondering. We do offer delivery through our partners Uber Eats and Postmates.

    Do they have GF buns?

    Hello! Sorry for the very late answer to this question but in case any yelpers are still wondering, we'll begin carrying GF buns form Canyon Bakehouse Starting February 2026. Thanks for asking.

    Are the fries gluten free?

    yes

    Can the dining room accommodate a party of 6?

    outside tables can fit anywhere from 4-10 people per table!

    What time do they close?

    9 PM

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