Heavy Handed

Hamburger restaurant · Ocean Park

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Born from a driveway pop‑up and now a local mini‑empire, Heavy Handed’s short‑rib smashburger with jammy onions and house “heavy sauce” draws consistent raves. Featured by the Los Angeles Times and Time Out for dialed‑in flavor and technique.

https://www.latimes.com/food/list/best-burgers-los-angeles-guide
Best Burgers in Los Angeles (2025)
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