I Live in Los Angeles and These Are My Favorite Burger Joints (That Aren't In-N-Out)

Hot take: Any great American city must be able to deliver a truly great burger. Maybe that isn't a controversial take, but we certainly feel strongly about it. The best burgers in Los Angeles prove that the City of Angels has received—and nailed—the assignment. We're not just talking about In-N-Out, that beacon of tasty (and affordable) burgers available in just about every single neighborhood. This city's got burgers for days, spread out across neighborhoods and dietary preferences. Maybe you're looking for a smash burger, with caramelized onions fused into perfectly crunchy edges. Or maybe you prefer a thick patty, American cheese melting sumptuously down its sides. Or is it a Thai fusion moment you dream of, one that fills your mouth with zaps of mint and herb gremolata? There are also diner burgers and upscale date spots with prime ingredients. And if you don't eat red meat, or any animal proteins for that matter, we have you covered, too. Luckily, the burger-based culinary options in LA are as vast as the county's reach from Lancaster to Long Beach. Read on for the best burgers in Los Angeles, beyond the In-N-Outs. At Rick's Drive In & Out, diner burgers are served at—yo