Bill's Burgers

"This Valley staple has drawn diners to Van Nuys since its opening in 1965. The move here is to keep things simple with standard well-griddled singles served with cheese on extra-squishy buns. Just make sure to have cash on hand and some patience, this cash-only establishment often comes with a bit of a wait." - Rebecca Roland, Eater Staff

"There are burgers and burger-makers, and then there’s Bill Elwell. The namesake man behind this Van Nuys beef and bun legend no longer mans the griddle, but the kitchen is still turning out some of the sturdiest and least expensive meals in the Valley." - Rebecca Roland, Eater Staff

"One of LA’s OG burger spots, Bill’s Hamburgers has been open in Van Nuys since 1965 - and Bill has been behind the counter flipping burgers that entire time. They’re as simple as you can get: American cheese, tomato, onion, and mayo, but the meat has a great, crispy char, and at $5 for a double, there aren’t many better deals in town. Cash only. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists." - Team Infatuation

"There are burgers and burger-makers, and then there’s Bill Elwell. The namesake man behind this Van Nuys beef and bun legend no longer mans the griddle, but the kitchen is still turning out some of the sturdiest and least expensive meals in the Valley." - Virali_Dave, Jessie Evans

"One of LA’s OG burger spots, Bill’s Hamburgers has been open in Van Nuys since 1965 - and Bill has been behind the counter flipping burgers that entire time. They’re as simple as you can get: American cheese, tomato, onion, and mayo, but the meat has a great, crispy char, and at $5 for a double, there aren’t many better deals in town. Cash only." - brett keating