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8 oz. Burger Bar

323-852-0008
7661 Melrose Ave. , Los Angeles, CA 
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(10 ratings)
Cuisine: American, Burgers
Price Range: $$ ($6-$11)

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Located in the original digs of Govind Armstrong's famed Table 8 restaurant (which moved down the street), this gourmet hamburger restaurant has less flash than its predecessor but is considered equal in the quality of its food. For his latest venture Armstrong sought to create a more casual vibe and create the kind of food that all Americans like to eat (there are turkey and veggie patties available in addition to the juicy beef ones). These may be burgers but that doesn't mean that they aren't classy. Extras like red onion marmalade, fried green tomatoes and wild baby arugula are available as are sauces such as purple mustard and fried caper tartar sauce. You can also choose from a variety of cheeses including Humboldt fog, boucheron and bel paese.

Shortrib grilled cheese sandwiches, tuna melts and spicy meatball mini-subs are also on the menu. As are a variety of specialty beers, which can be ordered as beer floats with ice cream in the glass.

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    "bradadam"

    Posted by bradadam on 07/25/2008
     

    A truly great burger. Having house ground meat from high quality beef makes a big difference in the flavor. Also, onion rings are the best I have ever had, not too thick, not too thin. Prices were great too, good timing because these days I don't feel like dropping $80...

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    "A perfect neighborhood bar!"

    Posted by BOBBT410 on 07/20/2008
     

    Simply great burgers, salads, and sandwiches with a great selection of beers and a full bar- make this place LA's next great neighborhood spot. Chef Armstrong doing the amazing seasonal food he is brilliant with, but on a menu where you'll leave stuffed for $15! the "house made" condiments such...

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    Posted by Suz O. on Yelp_small
     

    I'm constantly in search of finding the best burger in LA, and so far, 8 oz is the best! I've been to Comme Ca (voted by NY Magazine for having the best...

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    Posted by Robert B. on Yelp_small
     

    We were on Melrose for an event. Had time to kill so we just walked in. It's a good place and we would go back again.

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    Posted by Vanessa L. on Yelp_small
     

    This place is awesome!!!! The melrose is amazing, I always get it with Humboldt Fog for some extra ZING. The garlic roasted tomatoes are delicious and the...

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