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Umami Burger
(Now Closed)Burger Joint$$$$
Los Feliz, Los Angeles
Has a stamp of approval from Eater and Bon Appetit Magazine
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Mike OlsenNovember 27, 2012holy crap this place is fantastic not an exaggeration, best burger I have ever had hands down I got the pizza burger, delicious beef covered in a ton of mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce, excellent
Best couture burger chain I've ever been to. The sunny side burger sent me to heaven and back. Hands down, these burgers rival any top burger in the country.
ᴡ LaLumandierMarch 23, 2011the portobello umami packs a punch with some mad flavor. perfect size. hold's up to the last bite w/o falling apart. order with sweet potato fries dipped in garlic aioli. nice spicy ginger ale.
Julissa Loza-JosephsonJanuary 15, 2012Had the spicy bird (with a beef patty instead of turkey) and the truffle cheese fries...delicious! My man had the Hatch burger and thin fries and his picky palate was satisfied.
Fish EstrellaDecember 16, 2017Great burgers, great fries, alright wings. But their best burgers are definitely their vegan "Impossible Burger" and their "Manly Burger".
Maggie BlackwellOctober 21, 2015Try anything with truffle. Always delicious. I would pass on the quinoa vegan burger. Falls apart and isn't tasty.
Michael VillarNovember 7, 2013Granted, the burgers are good. But I just spent $50 on a burger, fries, a desert, and a couple of beers. Was it good. Sure. Does it provide a value where I want to come back on a regular basis? Nope.
Claire KayApril 12, 2015Truffle burger is the way to go. I have to say though...this place definitely had something special about it, but...It has definitely been lacking.
Fawna AsfawJune 10, 2012Their turkey burgers are REALLY good and there is one off the menu... Ask for the spicy bird. Turkey burger w/ green chilies, cheese and a spicy aioli! Mmm!
The cheesy tots are awesome! I like for my beer to be sweet, so I do a combination of Angry Orchard and Sculpin.
Anton SchlesingerAugust 16, 2011OMG..SO GOOD! is the expression I make every time after eating here. Umami stands for the Japanese science of savory & apparently every burger has gone through the scientific process. Go for the HATCH
Emily EmerJune 21, 2012One of the best burgers I've had. Listen to the wait staff as to the temp it should be cooked so the flavors will set in. Order sweet potato fries!
Truffle cheese fries!! Beet salad!! Green tea. And smushed potatoes. You can't go wrong, here, really. I just wish theyd bring their old veggie burger back
RinaFebruary 27, 2014shit, this an amazing fucking burger. really one of the best out there. get the truffle burger for extra holy shit.
Idea Monkey, Inc.July 24, 2011The first Umami International Symposium was held in Hawaii in 1985. There the term Umami was officially scientifically recognized. It is the taste of substances known as glutamates and nucleotides.
@JaumePrimeroOctober 22, 2011this burger joint has a cult following and has reached celebrity status from coast to coast. A huge feat for a place that makes burgers!
If I had to define Umami, I would say it is a different burger. Good different :)
M-F 3-7pm, you've got happy hour specials including $4 beers & $5 off-menu Smash Burgers, which are a great intro to the offerings here. Tempura Onion Rings also good. Don't be afraid to sit at the ba
Los Angeles magazineFebruary 27, 2012The SoCal Burger is a near-genius reconception of the California classic—oven-dried tomato spread subs for Thousand Island dressing, and even the processed cheese is homemade... Read more
BernyMay 11, 2010kombu #2 - a juicy Port & Stilton burger, sweet potatoe fries, and a glass of red wine. Burger isn't big and doesn't have the typical burger condiments but it's good...worth a try.
Have had them all but any time there is a Duck Burger special, get it. The Hatch and Manly Burgers are my fave. And the cheesey tater tots are bomb.
- Buzz AndersenMarch 28, 2012I personally find Umami a tad overrated, but they're definitely burger innovators and no tour of the LA burger scene would be complete without a visit.
Emma FitzgeraldNovember 6, 2011The only time I've ever had a turkey burger that tasted better than a regular burger. Ordered the turkey miso burger and my mind was BLOWN.
BubsyFebruary 20, 2012Truffle burger and manly burgers I love. Cheese tots are great when they are available.
Oshi YoshiJuly 6, 2012If u are veggie you can ask to replace the burger with a portobello mushroom. Delicious.
NancyDecember 6, 2010Holy mother. Hubby had the pork belly burger of some sort. I had the truffle burger. We were both very happy! Yuummmy!
Lizzy RodriguezDecember 30, 2010Two words...truffle burger! This place lives up to the hype! Don't forget to get yourself some sweet potato fries!
Mark MeyersDecember 29, 2009We had the Umami and the Port & Stilton burgers. Both were moist and flavorful. Onion rings were probably the best I've ever had. This place is great.
Best burger ever but make sure you wash it down with some red wine to get even better flavors out of it!
Dianna KJanuary 20, 2016only vegan option is to sub out the patty for a mushroom. the black bean has cheese 😝. not recommended for vegans, they changed the menu (2016)
BUM SQUAD DJZ WORLDWIDENovember 14, 2011When you come to LA, we suggest for you to trip the amazing burgers this place has to offer.! Top 10
Brian SanchezMay 11, 2013Might i suggest to the establishment to serve the tempura onion rings with a wasabe mustard? Jus' sayin'...
Darlene GarciaAugust 19, 2011umami burger is delicious! and the truffle fries! oh, no words can describe!
Allison HurdMay 11, 2014Everything has ketchup. So if you don't like ketchup or spicy flavoring then skip this place. Also not much plain for kids so don't bring them either. In fact don't come unless you are a hipster.
My friend wanted her burger welldone and the agreed! Nice service and not snotty like some Kobe beef places can be!
Brandon TranApril 1, 2012I'm still eating the traditional "Umami Burger" probably because it's so simple and great!
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- Mon, Fri
- 5:00 PM–9:30 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 11:30 AM–9:30 PM
(323) 669-3922
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Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
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Street, Valet
Restroom
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- 8.4
"This place has the best beef burgers and hand cut fries! And the meat is also halal :)"
Muzna Hussain - 8.5
"The burgers and Santa Barbara style sandwiches are also excellent when I, or any friends want to go vegetarian for lunch or dinner. The staff is so very efficient and friendly, and more than helpful!"
Susan Parker - 8.3
"Open 7 days a week. Order on toast for pickup to avoid the lines !"
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