Best Late Night Legends Burgers Restaurants in Santa Monica
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Umami Burger
Invented the gourmet umami burger category
Notable Picks
#1
Umami Burger
8.5
Pioneering the umami-bomb burger movement since 2009, this flagship serves 6-ounce Wagyu beef patties with parmesan crisps and shiitake mushrooms until midnight weekends. The late-night happy hour from 10:30 PM features two-for-one cocktails.
Must-Try Dishes:
Original Umami Burger, Truffle Burger, Impossible Burger
What Makes it Special: Invented the gourmet umami burger category
8.2
This authentic British pub serves hearty lamb burgers and classic beef patties alongside pints until 2 AM nightly. The Beatles tribute nights and karaoke create a lively atmosphere that keeps locals coming back after the tourists clear out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Burger, Classic Pub Burger, Fish & Chips
What Makes it Special: Only spot serving burgers until 2 AM in downtown Santa Monica
Worthy Picks
7.6
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Late Night Legends
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
This halal burger concept brings street-inspired flavors and 100% locally sourced halal meat to Main Street, combining beachside chill with bold LA energy. The growing chain's flagship location serves gourmet burgers, crispy wings, loaded fries, and hand-crafted shakes from its Ocean Park spot where it all began.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature Halal Burger, Loaded Fries, Hand-Crafted Shakes
What Makes it Special: 100% halal burgers with street-style creativity and fresh ingredients