The Apple Pan

"Starting September 7th, this classic burger shack in West LA is bringing back their late-night hours. It’s a huge win for casual insomniacs or for anyone who believes burgers are only meant to be eaten after dessert. They’ll be open during the week until 11pm and midnight on Fridays and Saturdays." - brant cox

"The Apple Pan in Cheviot Hills hasn’t really changed much since it opened 1947, and that’s about all you need to know. This LA institution/living museum has more than earned its place in LA burger lore, and while the classic tangy-sweet hickory burger can be divisive, it’s still very tasty and totally unique. Come pay your respects and get a slice of delicious banana cream pie on your way out." - brant cox, sylvio martins, nikko duren, garrett snyder

"The Apple Pan has been open for 73 years, and right now marks the first time they’re doing delivery. While you should obviously snag one of their legendary hickory burgers, their desserts are arguably just as special. The banana cream and boysenberry pies are a must. Available from 11am-9pm Tuesday-Sunday." - brant cox

"The Apple Pan in Cheviot Hills is not a museum, but stepping into this 1940s diner feels like visiting a preserved historical landmark. The staff wears classic soda jerk hats as they flip burgers and slice pieces of the diner's famous banana cream pie. There's some very dated plaid wallpaper on display, red leather chairs at the counter, and a general hominess that makes this a unique L.A. experience—even if the prices are definitely higher than they used to be. The ham sandwich and tuna melt and low-key favorites, but we have to suggest the delicious, if not divisive, hickory burger with its sweet and tangy sauce that falls somewhere between ketchup and barbecue glaze. If you're a thousand island purist you might be offended, but we remain staunch fans of this LA original—it has a distinctively smoky, hickory flavor that you won't find in any other burger in town." - brant cox, nikko duren, garrett snyder, sylvio martins

"A much-beloved Westside institution with Ohio-style burgers served in a humble diner-like stand along Pico, the Apple Pan makes consistently good sandwiches and pies. It’s hard to think of a more enduring greasy spoon in LA." - Matthew Kang, Eater Staff, Mona Holmes