Hollywood sits between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, and its burger scene pulls a little from both: beachy, laid‑back spots and more polished, chef‑driven joints. These five are regular answers when locals are asked, “Where can I get a seriously good burger around here?”
1. Le Tub Saloon
Le Tub on the Intracoastal is legendary. It looks like a weathered, slightly chaotic Key West shack—with bathtubs, driftwood, and nautical clutter everywhere—but the burger is the reason people wait.
The charbroiled Sirloin Burger is enormous, made from hand‑formed patties cooked over an open flame. It’s thick, juicy, and comes on a simple bun with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. You’ll wait, but locals will tell you it’s worth every minute, especially if you grab a drink and watch boats pass by while you’re waiting.
2. Taco Beach Shack (for the burger surprise)
A relaxed, open‑air spot mostly known for tacos and live music, Taco Beach Shack also does a sneaky‑good burger that local regulars swear by.
The burger is juicy, flavorful, and usually comes with melted cheese, lettuce, tomato, and house sauce on a toasted bun. The vibe—string lights, music, and a beachy crowd—makes it a perfect casual burger-and‑beer hangout just steps from the sand.
3. Krakatoa Indonesian Cuisine (Indo Burger)
This is not a typical burger joint, but Krakatoa’s Indo Burger has a serious reputation among locals who like something different. It’s an Indonesian‑inspired patty seasoned with aromatic spices, often topped with things like sambal, fresh greens, and house sauces.
If you’re bored of the usual American cheeseburger, this one offers big flavor, a little heat, and a totally different profile—still comforting, just more complex.
4. Shenanigans East Side Pub
Shenanigans is a classic sports‑bar‑meets‑Irish‑pub kind of place, and it’s exactly where you’d expect to find a good burger—and you do.
The burgers are hefty and come with a good sear, melty cheese, and all the usual toppings. Local favorites include the bacon cheeseburger, mushroom Swiss, and anything with barbecue sauce and onion rings involved. It’s the kind of burger that just feels right with a cold beer and a game on TV.
5. JB’s on the Beach (a common Hollywood‑area go‑to nearby in Deerfield but beloved enough to mention)
While not in Hollywood proper, JB’s is a short drive and a regular part of the burger conversation for locals willing to wander a bit. Right on the sand, it’s all about ocean views and casual coastal food.
Their beach burger—juicy patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and special sauce on a toasted bun—hits that relaxed, vacation‑burger sweet spot. Eat it outside with the ocean breeze and it somehow tastes even better.
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