Hinano Cafe

"Burgers are griddled right behind the bar at the legendary Venice dive Hinano Cafe. Open since 1962, this beachside watering hole still has the same sawdust-covered floor charm after all these years. Order a cheeseburger with a choice of cheddar or Swiss, and chips on the side." - Rebecca Roland, Eater Staff

"Hinano Cafe is a staple beachside dive bar, the kind of sandy spot that visitors and locals love equally. From the simple burgers and hot dogs griddled behind the bar to the friendly staff and proximity to both sun and surf, Hinano is pure Los Angeles. On weekends, it can be a scene, so prepare accordingly; keep in mind that it’s cash only." - Eater Staff

"There is no shortage of dive-y beach bars along the Santa Monica/Venice coast. Hinano is simply our favorite. Located on an aggressively touristy stretch of Washington Blvd. in Venice, Hinano is one of the few bars in the area that locals actually still go to. The beer is cheap, there’s sawdust on the floor, and there’s a burger on the menu that we’d travel long distances for. Once your buzz is good and strong, the beach is only a half block away for you to frolic in." - brant cox

"More burgers for you to eat in Venice. This time at Hinano, a super casual, sawdust-on-the-floor, pool-cue-in-your-ribs beach dive that’s been a local dive since the ’60s (back when those locals included Jim Morrison). Their burgers are super traditional, grilled right behind the bar, and come in a basket with a bag of chips on the side. Needless to say they’re best enjoyed with a cold beverage (or many) of your choosing. The chili is also good, and they serve breakfast starting at 8am if you’re looking to start your day the Lizard King way." - brant cox, sylvio martins, nikko duren

"Hinano Café is the kind of dive bar we presume Venice used to be full of during the Jim Morrison era. This is where you go in for one drink that turns into several. There’s a daily 4-8pm Happy Hour, free popcorn, pool tables, sawdust on the floor (can’t imagine what that’s for), and a legendary burger. If you’re looking for a low-key spot to grab drinks after dodging tourists and close-up magic magicians on the boardwalk all day, Hinano is your spot." - brant cox, sylvio martins, nikko duren, garrett snyder