The Apple Pan

Probably the best burger I've had in a long time. The relish was awesome in the steak burger though it didn't taste like steak, seemed like regular burger. However the hickory sauce in the hickory burger literally gives vibes of old west cowboy smoke. Simply outstanding. The parking is horrible, but still worth visiting if you want an awesome burger.

Second visit to this location. Burgers are classic. Good taste and nothing fancy. Just a good place for a good burger. Parking is non existence. Staff is friendly

The one. The only. The Apple Pan. Where the only thing better than the burgers is the nostalgia. And the pie. The pie is undefeated. Service is outstanding, so sit inside at the counter; it’s worth the wait. This joint is a LA institution that has been at it for close to 80 years… and hopefully at least 80 more. The hickoryburger & banana cream pie are unforgettable. Prices are good. Food is excellent. Apple Pan hits the spot!

The place was very casual and what you expect from a pie restaurant. The hickory burger was pretty solid, but had too much lettuce (easy to take out) and the fries were pretty mid. The food food would be a 3 stars for me, but the pies were easily a 5. For what it's worth, the cherry and apple pie slices were tasty and great quality. The size is pretty good too so it's not like the skimp out on portions. I'm not usually in this area and so I'm glad I checked it out, but definitely visit if you want good slice of pie.

Great burger, more umami flavor compared to the normal pink sauce style burger. Good fries and I had the strawberry pie which was just alright. Dad I missed the apple pie No parking but not hard to find something. service was quick and attentive. style was old school including a guy reading the newspaper, as to the ambiance.

Not only the best burger in L.A. - but maybe the best in the USA! And great throwback vibe! I went back to the Pan for the first time in years - and the hickory burger was awesome as usual! I used to go here in the 1980s on a regular basis, always for the hickory burger (best in LA), fries, a doctor pepper, and a slice of pie - and I have never been disappointed. One of the things I like best about the burger is grilled bun, crunchy fresh lettuce wedge, and the melting Tillamook cheddar. The apple pie a la mode can’t be beat, and the banana cream pie is still amazing! There are other burgers and sandwiches on the menu which I have heard are delicious - but I always get the hickory burger! Almost nothing has changed - even the same waiter - who still pours the ketchup for you! Two updates since the 80s - it used to be cash only, now cash is no longer accepted - only credit cards or e-pay, and it used to be closed on Mondays. Also, the paper cone drinking cups have been replaced with glasses. They’ve added outdoor seating in the back. The inside vibe is still like stepping into the 1950s and a nice blast from the past. Seating is limited, but if you arrive early enough before the lunch rush you won’t have to wait. You can find parking on the street - just be careful not to park in a no parking zone. Pro-tip: ask for your fries to be cooked crispy.

First things first, the service is 11/10. Best service I’ve had in years, so hats off to that! The staff was very attentive, always filling up water, taking care of trash, and extremely friendly. They even drew a ketchup smiley face :) Food wise, I got the regular burger with fries and the banana cream pie. The burger was solid but a little heavy on the relish for my taste. Nothing out of this world but will satisfy your burger craving. I tried the banana cream pie because I was recommended it, and even though I don’t LOVE banana, it was yummy! My favorite item was the fries—hot and crispy! I’d love to come back and try the other pies.

If you're looking to find the top 5 burgers in LA, Apple Pan is going to be on your list. It has influenced many other burger chains such as Johnny Rockets. If you're into local film trivia, it was also the original location of The Peach Pit from Beverly Hills 90210. Come for the delicious burgers and stay for the equally legendary pie.