Burgers Never Say Die

"Your Order: Three Stack With Cheese ($13.35) Along with its list of rules for ordering and somewhat standoffish social media presence, Burgers Never Say Die in Silver Lake is famous for smashburgers that are more or less nostalgic dupes of the five-bite ones you’d find at the Golden Arches. The problem is they're a little too close to McD’s level, at more than double the price. The standard-issue bun is toasted and buttered but a bit dry, the ketchup-mustard ratio is slightly off, and the finely minced onion all but disappears under the cheese. Plus, the salty, squished patties are so thin and brittle, they're closer to beef wafers. The regular comes with two, but we usually need a triple just to feel moved. " - garrett snyder, sylvio martins, nikko duren

"Along with its list of rules for ordering and somewhat standoffish social media presence, Burgers Never Say Die in Silver Lake is famous for smashburgers that are more or less nostalgic dupes of the five-bite ones you’d find at the Golden Arches. The problem is they fly a little too close to the McD’s sun (at more than double the price). The cafeteria-issue bun is buttery and toasted but a bit dry, the ketchup-mustard ratio is slightly off, and the finely minced onion all but disappears under the cheese. Plus, the salty, ultra-thin patties are so crisp and brittle, they could be communion wafers for Keto Jesus. The regular comes with two, but we usually need a triple just to feel moved. Be sure to get some fries and soft serve if you're there—both are also McD's-like, in a much better way." - Garrett Snyder

"Even after seven years of selling burgers — first from a backyard, then a series of pop-ups, and now in a permanent location — the hype around Burgers Never Say Die has not been quelled. The burger is stripped back to just the basics: a beef patty, ketchup, mustard, cheese, pickles, and onion. But when the ingredients hit the grill and are smashed together in a bun, it’s nothing less than the platonic ideal of a smash burger." - Rebecca Roland, Eater Staff

"Burgers Never Say Die has been experiencing aggressive behavior from customers during the coronavirus pandemic, including instances of swearing, racial slurs, and threats of violence towards staff. The restaurant has implemented strict mask policies and is considering additional measures to protect staff, such as hiring security and installing a takeout window." - Farley Elliott

"Speaking of deals and the 4th of July, Burgers Never Say Die in Silver Lake is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 4, doing $5 regular burgers all day long." - Farley Elliott