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For The Win

4.4 (652 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Courtney P.

After hearing video after video of the best smash burger in LA- we finally tried this place! It's very small- kinda tucked into a small parking lot. The prices? HIGH. I'm talking $14 burger - no fries. $8.50 loaded fries. No soft drinks, only canned soda. Quite a hefty price for what it is. The burger was good- the special sauce has a little kick but nothing too much and I'm sensitive to spice. It just wasn't good ENOUGH to warrant this kind of price. Definitely think it's been overhyped. Service was good, the girl was nice. Resturant seemed clean. However- I find a better value at Chris n' Eddys I don't think I'll be back unfortunately

Harrison W.

Craving for burger and want to try something else from my usual burger spot. I don't really like their shared parking lot. It's smaller than ordinary ones, it's made for compact cars. Friendly cashier explained and took my ordered. I got double cheeseburger and fries. It didn't make me full without any veggies. Also should have gotten triple patties but it was a bit pricey. Overall it was a good tasting burger.

Britt C.

It never fails when I go to LA. I have trouble finding a good place to eat. The place we were going to didn't work out, and we came across For the Win. It was just an average smash burger with delicious sweet potato fries. Customer Service was great. Can't say I would return

Our burgers! We all enjoyed our food and sweet potato fries,  French fries and grilled brussels sprouts!
Loretta A.

Delicious burgers and Brussel sprouts! We as a family love grilled brussels sprouts! My grandson is going back to college and wanted to eat here, I loved the burgers!

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Brenda M.

Location is on the smaller side. But they make great use of it. Nice, clean and well maintained. My husband and I had cheeseburgers I had a side of loaded fries and my husband had the brussels sprouts. Cheeseburger was good, but going forward I would do the sauce on the side. It was just too much for me, but I would love to have it just to dip my cheeseburger as I wish. The load fries were yummy! The brussels sprouts were delicious! The staff was kind and very polite.

Double cheese burger and sweet potato fries
Michelle H.

Food ordering is done completely on a tablet, easy to order or change language if needed. With clear pricing and modifications to your food. There is no meat wellness modification since it's a fast food smash burger style if that's your concern. Food for two - double cheese burger and order of sweet potato fries. DEFINITELY order an extra patty since they're extremely thin patties for smash burger standards. Food took 15 minutes to be ready. Only one party ordered before us but there were lots of to-go orders. Total came out to $34. Venue was nice with ample seating and one gender neutral bathroom. A quick eats joint but restaurant prices. Food was tasty but value wasn't there. It's incredibly expensive for how satisfying/filling the meal was. Unfortunately it didn't satisfy our burger craving and we will need to compensate with the "two palm trees burger place". If you're going to do a quick service style meal/dining experience the value needs to match. We can't be paying $34 and still both be hungry.

Cheeseburger...nom...nom...nom
Jennifer C. L.

I ordered from here again because they are delicious here. This is the first place I tried a smash burger and I love the crisp they have to every bite. There usually is a line out the door because of the hype they have behind their burgers. They do handle the pack to their punch for their burgers. They are savorying and delectable in every bite. Love this place.

Brussels sprouts
Wendy H.

Was excited to give them a second chance! For the win!!! But was disappointed again! The brussels sprouts were burnt! Not able to eat them The staff were friendly - and the strawberry shake was good!

Double Smashburger and Fries.
Chris I.

The Food- Smashburger with Fries- Very good and I would get both of them again. The only thing that kept me from getting to 5 stars was that I thought the price was a little of the high side considering that is more a a fast food type of setting. Parking- Shares a medium size lot with a few other businesses. I could see that parking could be challenging at busy times. Service- Friendly.

Double patty, added lettuce and tomato. Best cheeseburger in town.
Andy L.

The best cheeseburger I've had in Los Angeles so far. Still a few other places to try before I crown a winner, but For The Win makes an extremely delicious cheeseburger. I like to add lettuce and tomatoes, with a double patty.

Smash with fries
Patrick G.

What a smash! Great tasting burger with a lot of flavor, which is sometimes hard to find with a smash. The fries are excellent. Cozy spot to stop and have a great burger. The staff are super nice as well.

Double Cheeseburger
Luis P.

I mean for a smashburger it's not the worst. Just wanted to try it to see why it was popular. I would give the burger a 6.5/10. Nice restaurant and good music. Definitely do not like that they do not offer soft drink machine or even free water! Price does not match the food.

Cheeseburger Fry Sauce Ranch Loaded Fries
Justine D.

For the win was so great!! We had the double cheeseburgers and loaded fries. All items were really tasty and flavorful.

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Amazing food best smash burgers in LA!!!!! I just moved out here and I won't go to any ther place.

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These burgers are so delicious! I love when the fries are crispy and hot! you have to come here!

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Best smash burgers in the valley! Love the design. It's like what McDonald's used to be. So fast and easy!

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Place is very clean and food was really good!! Service was good have an iPad for quick orders too!

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Got the double cheeseburger and coke. No doubt one of the top 3 smash burgers out there

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Excellent food and service. Excited to come back. The team was only three people and they were hustling!

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Amazing place great food and atmosphere and the workers showed respect. Not very expensive and overall a 10/10

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Amazing food and great service Vitali was awesome I'll definitely be coming back. Music was good also

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Great burgers! Best in the valley. Great flavor. Fries and milk shakes also pretty good

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Very good service and I was able to eat it without throwing up after most restaurants make me throw up

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The food is really good and the customer service is amazing. I would definetly recommend to others

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Place is so fire great food great service, great ambiance. Definetely would recomend .

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We'll seasoned. Fries crispy. Sauce on point. ... 40 for two burgers and fries tho. Solid burger none the less

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Best Smash Burger in LA. Always will get this when I'm in town! Fresh Bread and patties! Amazing

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Great burgers! One of the best I've had! The meat tastes great. Bun is soft and fries are pretty decent as well!

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Great burger! Delicious fries. Great new location. Good shakes as well. Highly recommend this place

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Burgers and fries are all gas - best smash burgers in the game and the sauce is so good

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The burger and fries were delicious. You must get the extra fry sauce when you go. Grab an extra burger to take home

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One of the best burgers in town. Very savory with high quality. The service was very quick.

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Better burger in town hands down! Everything you need in a burger come check them out you won't be disappointed.

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Shake looks good and food smells good. Clean place. Got a free shake for posting g a review.

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Great Burger the inside is clean pictures look like the food they have nice seating areas

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