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The Golden State
(Now Closed)Burger Joint and Beer Bar$$$$
Mid-City West, Los Angeles
The experts at Food Network and Eater recommend this place
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Joseph CSeptember 21, 2014Very accomodating people here, "great" customer service. Be sure to leave a tip in the red jar by the register. There's a counter to the right of the register for silverware, napkins, sauces & water.
Hila MedOctober 26, 2013We just found out about this place and OMG this place is amazing! You need to take an order and sit down after you will get a number. The employees where very nice the service was very good...
Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014Guy's favorite was the pulled pork sandwich with pickled jalapenos, onions and a killer hot mustard sauce. The grass fed-lamb burger with yogurt dill sauce and sweet potato fries was "rock star" too. Read more
Rishi ShahNovember 20, 2016The chicken sandwich - make it Greek - absolutely incredible! Haven't had such a good sandwich in a long time! Try the curry ketchup too, goes great with almost anything!
Josef SzottenDecember 4, 2016The veggie burger is one of the best I've had in LA. The jalapeño slaw is awesome and so are the sweet potato wedges. Top burger joint!
Marleine PacilioFebruary 4, 2015The Burger, plus caramelized onions, is perfection. Multi-napkin juicy and delicious, without making you feel like your ate a brick. Get the jalapeno coke slaw too. Light and crunchy.
- Food NetworkDecember 17, 2014Make sure to get the Lamb Burger. It's cooked to perfection, then topped with Gruyere cheese, roasted red peppers, arugula, curry ketchup and a yogurt-dill sauce. Read more
EaterApril 18, 2013Even the burger is made to celebrate the foods of Cali: California beef cooked to order, California cheese, topped with bacon and arugula. The burger itself is char-grilled and served on brioche.
Food RepublicMay 23, 2012The mission of The Golden State is to be “a talent show for the best makers of food and drink in California” That means that the beers they serve (with a few exceptions) are all Cali born and bred. Read more- Joseph CSeptember 21, 2014The Burger, Fries & Belgian or whatever good beer rotating on their list (check their chalkboard on the wall or ask)👍
One of the best in LA. Can't go wrong with the regular burger medium rare. The turkey burger is also a satisfying alternative & you cant go wrong with the sweet potato fries w some curry ketchup
Fantastic burger. No crazy gimmicks just great ingredients cooked well. Good atmosphere and friendly low-key service. They also serve Scoops ice cream.- Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014After this lamburger is cooked to perfection, it's topped with Grueyere cheese, roasted red peppers, arugula, curry ketchup, and yogurt dill sauce Read more
Alexa WhitesideMay 21, 2015Got The Burger (medium rare) with the sweet potato fries. The patty was just as delicious as Umami and the thick fries mad this meal an absolute delight.
Los AngelesOctober 21, 2013They curate 12 taps with a keen eye for balance, as well as carry Scoops ice cream in vanilla that factors into a now notorious beef float that helped to launch the beer float trend in L.A.
Kevin KlauberSeptember 9, 2013This is a wonderful and no nonsense burger joint with a remarkable and constantly rotating craft beer selection. Some of the best stouts in la can be found in this humble white structure...
Dj LealosMarch 17, 2013This place is the best burger I have had in my life. I am a straight dude and the crowd was a tick gay for my normal dining place but to be honest I would have married the guy who made the burgers!
Taste TerminalDecember 20, 2011When you want The Burger, you go to Golden State on Fairfax. Harris Ranch beef, Fiscalini Farms cheddar, glazed applewood smoke bacon, arugula, aioli and ketchup cooked to your preference. Read more
Zack ZamoraJune 13, 2013Skip ketchup on the burger and add spicy mustard. Sweet potato wedges are the best I've had. Caramel Oreo gelato? Bonkers. Also, try onion rings if available.
Although, I always go for the side of fries (either regular or sweet potato), the cucumber salad is a GREAT substitute. Healthy, too.
Thomas ColtonMarch 18, 2015Simple, American food done to perfection. Imagine if In N Out decided to create their own upscale $6 burger joint. This is a close match.
Beer braised pulled pork on Tuesdays. Best lamb burger EVER on Thursday's. Fish and chip fri-sat. Oh, and their BLT is awesome!! PS: feel free to pair ANY beer with ANY gelato for your beer float.
Scott BoniJanuary 24, 2014One of the best burgers I've had anywhere. Sweet potato fries are also amazing. Garlic aioli is clutch!
This is definitely the best burger in LA at a non-ridiculous price point, but the craft beers really make golden state magical. Bonus points: scoops gelato!
Danny NathanDecember 11, 2016One of the better veggie burgers I've had in quite a while. A few choice beers. Will gladly go back.
Off The MenuOctober 15, 2015Patty Melt: A house made burger topped with roasted mushrooms, caramelized onions and cheddar cheese, wedged between two pieces of sourdough. Read more
Michael PillaMay 18, 2013Great burgers here but don't just mindlessly add fries as side. The amazingly delicious Golden State Red Potato Salad perfectly complements any of the fine burgers on the menu. Try it next time.
Sure, the curry ketchup is amazing, but don't forget about the four different types of mustard!! Four!!
Julie GoetzenMarch 22, 2010They serve Scoops ice cream here, which, in my opinion, is the best gelato in LA. They only carry about 6 flavors but it's still a nice touch. And the beer float (Rasputin stout with ice cream) is a f
Matthew JonesFebruary 19, 2011The Sweet Potato Wedges are heaven in your mouth. The Burger is a staple and if you're not gonna get a brew the lemonade has a good kick to it. Also, service = spetac
Lisa TroutmanMarch 11, 2013Menu looks simple, but is brilliantly prepared. Big flavors. You have every right to be bummed out if you forgot to leave room for ice cream.
Alex BowmanAugust 25, 2014delicious and simple burger. arguably the best in LA. mint infused lemonade is soooo good too.
Pleasure PalateMay 13, 2010Enjoyed the burger & the jalapeno coleslaw. One thing to note is the oil used to fry their fish is also used for all their fries. A hint of fishiness on the sweet potato fries turned my friend off.
Josh BriggsNovember 30, 2011If you're coming for the dinner specials, like the incredible lamb burger on Thursdays, come early!!! They start at 5pm and run out fast.
Tony N.January 28, 2011The best quality burger in Los Angeles plus a great craft beer list curated by knowledgable, friendly owners. Without a doubt, one of my favorite spots in town.
JamesAugust 6, 2013Turkey burger was great. Sweet potatoes fries were nice and thick but inconsistent (some burned, some still cold). Slaw was kinda dry.
Rebs YApril 13, 2012Order the Beer Float: "a marriage of cold creaminess and explosive fizz, innocent sweetness and a blast of pungent, hoppy bitterness."
Heather DeaconNovember 14, 2011Best hot dog I think I've ever had. Exotic ice cream flavors; I had "brown bread" ice cream and Andy had "red velvet".
Sunday night special: ITALIAN BEEF. Chicago-style. The only one in town.
Marc O Polo MontoyaNovember 12, 2010Burger is good, but do not ask for well done. Once you do the cashiers attitude changes and she clearly become a witch to you. Not only did she do withe, but he did it with another couple as well.
Courtney VanasseApril 28, 2013Potato salad is amazing. Wish I got the burger over the fish and chips though.
Dan RosenbaumDecember 10, 2009Go to The Golden State and get the burger with the Jalapeno slaw. It's mighty delicious and not as heavy as the fries.
solid bacon cheeseburger. +1 for having Scoops ice cream.
H.C. @FoodventureMay 16, 2011Be sure to check out their blackboard of rotating craft beers on tap and "after 5 p.m." food specials!
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The Golden State
426 N Fairfax Ave (btwn Rosewood & Oakwood Ave)
Los Angeles, CA 90036
United States
Los Angeles, CA 90036
United States
Burgers, Beer, and More located in Fairfax Village
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon, Sun
- Noon–9:00 PM
- Tue–Sat
- Noon–10:00 PM
(323) 782-8331
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
No
Parking
Street, Public Lot
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer
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