Best burgers on the planet!!!!! Best dive bar on the Westside! I've been going since I moved from New Jersey in 1994!

Hinanos burgers seems to be famous as it's mentioned a few times in a few shows and from other people that live in the area and it's way overrated. Maybe it receives a lot of high praise since it's the only dive bar in the area and everything else has been replaced or has seen a face lift. I took a while for me to get an order in and the bar tenders are probably more interested in chatting up some patrons. Anyways back to the food it was alright. It's like any hole in the wall burger spot. Could just go to George's on Lincoln it's a better burger spot for that and you don't have to wait 10 mins to place an order. read more

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Vibe and service were really great. Atmosphere in the bar was super friendly and it really felt like a unique experience. However I do not understand the fuss around the burgers. The burger was genuinely the worst burger I have ever paid money for. I'm not saying it was bad tasting but there was absolutely nothing special about it or even particularly enjoyable. It was just ok. read more

Hinano Café - World Famous Cheeseburger/Hamburger - Dive Bars Near Me - Venice, California

What I Ordered: -World Famous Cheeseburger $11 I read online that Hinano has one of the best burgers in all of LA. They weren't wrong, especially for the price. You get a decent-sized burger with all the fixings, some spicy peppers, and a bag of chips for $11. This is an unbelievable deal. You factor in the fact that you are a stone's throw away from the beach. I would easily pay $14 or $15 or more for that burger. It's really a bargain! I love the vibe of this bar. It's a relaxed surfer bar with sawdust shavings on the flour. They have several surfboards displayed on the ceiling for decor. It appears they take cards now despite what other people say online, but you will pay a higher price than cash. It's worth it to pay cash and save money (3% or so). There's an ATM inside as well. The pool table costs $1 per game. There are two pool tables. They only have beer/wine. They do have fireball shots, tho! There's complimentary popcorn for customers. The urinal in the men's room is made out of a mini keg, which is unique and cool. I really dig the vibe here. I'll be back to try these breakfast burritos as well - as they are apparently also very good. read more

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A friendly, cheap-eats dive bar by the beach. With outdoor seating. Beer and wine only. (With the popular seltzer canned stuff too. White Claw and whatknot.) Doritos instead of regular old chips with the World Famous Burger is a cool choice. Peppers and pickles on the side were tasty too! read more

Hinano Café - The World Famous Cheeseburger - Dive Bars Near Me - Venice, California

I seldom make out to Venice but when I do, I will always stop by this amazing neighborhood bar for a cold one and a burger. I was shocked how delicious my burger was and cooked to my specifications when you consider how affordable it is! Service is great. All the employees are awesome, shoutout to Melissa who is my favorite and although not there full time anymore, is known to make a cameo behind the bar. The vibe here is awesome. It's the perfect dive on the beach and is welcoming of all, including your fur child. read more

Hinano Café - Double Cheeseburger/Hamburger - Dive Bars Near Me - Venice, California

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Honestly, this place always has an incredible vibe. It is truly a staple in Venice, the burgers are always super delicious. They always play great music and the bar attracts countless locals and many people from around the world! For Beer wine and good vibes add Hinanos to your to-do-list!!!! read more

As much as I'd like to give Hinano's Cafe a five star review the Burger came out luke warm Not hot the it should be if it was served right from the kitchen efficiency . When I used to come here. They were always hot and had more moisture. The flavor was still good. I hope the next time I come here the burger served right off the grill . It's still a nostalgic place that's been here since 1962. Hopefully next time. read more

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4++ A dive bar dripping with local and beach vibes. The service here was great and everybody's pretty chill and relaxed. It's been years since I've been back to this place, but I came here recently to try their cheeseburger. Came here on a Sunday afternoon and the place is pretty packed. There is also live music inside that was playing for a while. I ordered the cheeseburger at the counter near the front and grab the seat inside with a couple of friends. I have to say the cheeseburger was great. Just a solid backyard barbecue style cheeseburger serve with all the fixings like lettuce, tomato and onion, etc. It's pretty sizable so I was only able to eat the regular cheeseburger and got full off of that. I chose the cheddar. Pretty solid value for the price. I'm not sure if you could modify the order, but I don't remember choosing how my burger was prepared or the type of chips, lol. I figured they're so busy and I am not too picky (as well as having faith that the way they want to serve the burger is good) so I didn't really bother. They have a few TVs here so they probably play sports on them (the Copa America was on TV during our visit) and a pretty solid selection of beers. Definitely a chill place to hang out at near the beach. read more

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Dive bar known for good burgers, cool place to watch sports with friends, mingle with cool people and people watch. What more do you want? Looks like it's been around for decades and keeps a very old school vibe. They have live music on Fridays. It gets loud inside. So if you don't like the volume, get one of the tables outside. It's great for big groups too. Well, groups of all sizes really. read more

I love Hinano Cafe, especially the Blues music. I've been going since the 1980s. Fun atmosphere, food. But can you do us a favor who want to dance and otherwise just want to have a great time with humans????... Can you PLEASE leave your dogs at home????????? Why would you think they WANT to be there??? The dance floor is a few feet square....why should I have to fight the floor space with a dog??? Help! read more

Great service. Drinks and food. Taylor was so attentive and helpful as a bartender. Thank you TAYLOR, Every bartender deserves a high tip. Taylor made my experience more memorable but every server, cook and bartender has been amazing. Great service. I come here for breakfast and after hours. Really appreciate everyone and especially Taylor. read more

Hinano Café - Dive Bars Near Me - Venice, California

Now that's a burger! Finally, a real burger in LA. No, seriously. I've heard so much gaga from little hipsters and Gen Z snowflakes about "incredible burger" spots that I want to ALMOST go vegan. This bar looks seedy and slightly filthy, but that's only atheistic. A burger that contains meat should fall over the edge of the bun and have a generous amount of toppings. And this one does! They get a star removed due to the fact that they don't have fries. But Cheetos is a nice little dive bar surprise. Go for it! Makes you feel sorry for the rest. This burger delivers. read more

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Hianao cafe is the spot You'll always meet somebody cool and the food for a bar is actually really good! read more

Hinano Café - Dive Bars Near Me - Venice, California

Friendly atmosphere, good food. Good music on Friday night. What else can I say. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

Perfect little beach cafe just steps off the shore. Unfussy, no frills. The burgers are indeed excellent, served with an array of pickles and peppers and a bag of chips, your choice from a snack size assortment. Order a PBR in a bottle - the next one is free if your bottle cap has an ace. They only take cash and no children are allowed inside. read more

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Amanda and Tyler lie about the food. Tiny meat and extra chips do not make up for it read more

Love their burgers. It's a solid no frills kind of place. Just good flattop style burgers. You get chips because they don't have a fryer but I can live with that. Beat for burgers and beer! read more

Pool tables!!! Rare these days. Weezer playing on the roof! Great prices at the beach.

I'm always looking for a local fun dive bar to go to hang out and catch up with friends. Hinano has such a fun lively atmosphere with beach vibes, and even has live music on the weekends! They have a cute outdoor seating area, pool, and is super close to the ocean. The decor is inviting and vibrant, making you feel like you're at a local dive bar on a tropical island. I also loved that they had Halloween decor, with Halloween being my favorite holiday! I'd say that the only downside is that they only serve beer and wine(no liquor). read more

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BEST CHEESESTEAKS in LA. Yes, it's on a hot dog bun, but SO dang good. I know people rave about the burgers, but the underdog is the cheesesteak!! read more

It's quite huge, filling, and good bang for the buck for $9.75 including tax + $2 tip. It wasn't so flavorful and juicy and seemed like a regular burger. It really didn't exceed my expectations and love up to its hype unfortunately. I personally found In N Out's double double to be better, in my honest opinion. Cash only here too. Tip: Park on the side streets for free parking read more

Hinano Café - World Famous Cheeseburger/Hamburger - Dive Bars Near Me - Venice, California

After hearing that the burgers were great, I decided to give it a try. I can report that they are OK. I was not overwhelmed. It was good, but pretty basic. I also got a side of chili, and liked it. What the place has going for it is ambiance and location. It's a legit dive bar, within throwing distance of the beach. There's plenty of outdoor seating, where you can enjoy the scenery. read more

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If you need a burger, a beer and a view hit up Hinano. If ya wanna go inside, there is alway a game at the pool tables music is jamming but don't ask for fries, don't have 'em never will. Super chill hang, totally fun people. You'll be a better person for going. read more

Food is affordably great Service is great and the ambiance is like non other Had a few beers and many burgers read more

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Came from WI to visit a friend and attend the Packers v Rams game. We walked here for breakfast after the other side of the street was out of power. This place reminds me of home a bit and was very inviting and not pretentious at all considering it's in LA. The power went out right before we were ordering! The bartender was so nice and let us order drinks and our breakfast. I got a sandwich and hash browns. Reasonably priced, large portioned, and average quality. The gas flattop grill still worked and we hung out in the dark for a while! Power never came back on but the ATM had battery backup and I was able to pull cash. Highly recommend this place for fair prices, super nice bar staff, and a small town bar atmosphere. read more

July 27, 2023/Hinano's Cafe is just a hop, skip, and a jump away and a neighborhood favorite here at Venice Beach! Amongst the food, the surfboards, cool people who run the place and being just steps away from the beach, no wonder it's always a memorable experience! And did I mention they often have bands that play as well?! Breakfast Sandwich: Delicious, hearty & keeps me coming back for more! In fact, today, I met up with a friend and as we were walking over to Hinano's, saw a neighbor, who then joined us for breakfast, and great conversation! Plenty of laughs, as we enjoyed every single bite! Veggie Burger: When I first moved to the beach years ago, a neighbor told me about the burgers at Hinanos, and I've been going ever since! Though all of the restaurants are lined up in the row, when it comes to craving a burger, Hinano's is where it's at! And yes, they actually have real burgers there, too! Sides, Please: When you order a burger, you get peppers on the side, alongside a bag of chips, and that's all it takes to satisfy! No fries needed... and they don't have them anyway! Haha! Oh My: Artists in town from London were craving a burger! A friend & I met up and introduced them to Hinano's & one said that the burger tasted way better than a very popular restaurant that's very well-known in LA and we all gasped...! The burgers at Hinano's have a lot of personality & the flavor just gives you that homemade feel, which makes it stand out, as well as the Chef's big smile! Overall: I've seen bands play, walked over in costume for Halloween w/neighbors, grabbed a burger at any time of the day, as well as breakfast and there's always a memorable story to tell, because Hinano's knows how to bring in a mixed crowd, great musicians(Hi, Kenny!) & a whole lot of fun! There's never a dull moment, let's go!! read more

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Not too big, not too small, just the right size of bar. Very much a locals spot, my friends and I love coming here and getting food while playing a couple rounds of pool before the end of the night. read more

For the new owners: you're letting things slip. its that simple. Food and service. Its an honor to take over a bar like this with its long tradition at venice beach. No more chilled glasses why - too much effort? Burgers not cooked correctly why - to much effort. the bar is a mess and needs to be cleaned up - too much effort? things are slipping. soon business will slide, this is how things take a turn down! if you want me to come in and show you what needs doing ill gladly meet with you how to do it. read more

This place has one of the best chili burgers I've ever had. Get it with Fritos to throw those in the burger. Can't go wrong.

Order at the bar for fast service and sit yourself outdoors or inside. Burger is certainly good though perhaps not the very best I have ever had, though I have come to discover I personally am partial to the smash burger variety. Maybe not an amazing overall meal but would rate it 3.5 stars if I could, especially as this place is a historic institution. read more

This is my first time leaving a review anywhere, but I felt compelled to share my recent experience. We had always enjoyed HINANO CAFE until our last visit, which was ruined by one of the bartenders. When we politely asked for water and a drink for someone behind us, the bartender responded rudely with, "Once you own a bar, you'll know how it is" he became very upset and standoffish, his reaction was completely uncalled for and made me uncomfortable, despite the understanding of a busy bar! I understand that the bar is successful and busy, but that's no excuse for keeping employees who mistreat customers. After this incident, we and others decided to leave. It seems the bar may not care because they are making money, but they should reconsider their customer service priorities before it becomes a hostile environment and attracts attention from OSHA under the General Duty Clause 5(a)(1). I'm giving one star only because it's required. read more

Hinano Café - Dive Bars Near Me - Venice, California

Great food. Perfect dive bar by the beach. Affordable, quick and easy. Pool tables are a plus.

More of a dive bar than a cafe, I was recommended by a friend who said they have cheap beers and delicious burgers. We came with our dog after a trip to the beach and sat on the makeshift patio outside. I went inside to order at the bar and it took quite awhile to get the bartender's attention as he was busy chatting up other patrons... so much time that the cook ended up taking my food order. I got 2 of their famous cheeseburgers + two beers. The burgers (accompanied by a pickle, pepper & a bag of chips) came quickly and were tasty. I was happy to have found a bar with Red Stripe, but disappointed that the beers were regular priced, not the $4 my friend had mentioned (and it was around Happy Hour time). I see a lot of reviews about cash only, but the bartender said they take credit cards now. All in all, a good tasting (and reasonably priced) burger and a cold Red Stripe earns Hinano Cafe a solid 4.4 stars. read more

Hinano Café - Cheeseburger - Dive Bars Near Me - Venice, California

We've been wanting to check this place out for a while. We took a chance and went on a Saturday evening. There was plenty of seating inside and outside. We chose a seat outside. There weren't any clean tables but when the busboy saw we were about to sit down he immediately came to clear the table. The food came out right away. Burgers were delicious. Bartender was sweet and friendly. read more

When I was single and went out for an evening of merriment with my other single friends, this was where we started the evening. Usually it's pretty packed but that's because this is probably the last dive bar (or as close to a "dive bar" as you can get Venice) in the area. I personally don't think the burgers are all that special (they use frozen patties you can get a your local grocery store) -- they're not bad, just not as great as they are made out to be. Think what makes food seem better here is the jovial atmosphere and being "with the people," if that makes sense. Definitely a low-key, unpretentious place in Venice to hang out. Close proximity to the Whaler is also key. read more

That whole street on Washington has better restaurants and with much better service. Suggest you all go there instead. Most tourists don't know any better so be warned. The most rude staff in the world, ran by grumpy, ugly, mean old Karens and a dude that chews on tobacco all day. It seems the staff may be completely tired of their job and have no other options, which is sad in itself. The crappiest food made of gross fillers and who knows what else. Sometimes they think you've forgotten and don't even give you your cash change. The bathrooms are simply disgusting. One tiny smelly bathroom. They cover the floor with sawdust - in case you didn't know, sawdust was meant to disguise how filthy that place is. Sawdust is popular among floors of pubs, cheap restaurants, and butcher shops because it absorbs spills, odors and people who spit tobacco onto the floor. The tradition started in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It became unpopular in the mid-1950s when the government advised against it as it spread diseases like Tuberculosis. But I guess Hinanos didn't get the message about that or anything about food and customer service. read more

Been here before to have a drink and listen to bands . But I've never been here for the burger that everyone raves about . So my husband took me for lunch! It did not disappoint! A burger is a burger but this burger at Hinano's is so delicious! I'm not joking! You definitely need to come to Venice and try! So delicious! read more

We have been going to Hinano Cafe for years. We get a burger and a beer about once a month. It's a very good locals bar. Beer, pool tables, live entertainment some nights, sawdust on the floor, and their double bacon cheese burgers are always satisfying. Served in a paper tray with a bag of chips, a pickle spear, and some pickled peppers. It's casual, and the Venice Beach people watching can't be beat. read more

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Easily the best dive bar on the westside. The atmostphere is amazing with a full crowd of bar flies, pool hustlers and locals. Wish they had more toliets. The Philly Cheese is to die for! read more