Hole in the Wall Burger Joint Review

An artisan bun on an Angus beef burger can be made many ways. Hole in the Wall burger shows that one of the best ways is done with a medium rare cooked patty and fresh locally grown ingredients. Via their website: Angus beef is never frozen, has no antibiotics or added hormones, use artisan rolls by local bakeries, use locally grown produce, and make all spreads, pickles, ketchup and french fries in house.  

Located in Santa Monica, CA, chef-owner Bill Dertouzos, finds the perfect combination between gourmet and fast food burger.

All patties are cooked medium rare and both the patties and buns are buttered. The restaurant lacks variety of free ingredients but makes up for it with the freshness of the available ones.

 The options for burger patties are; beef, turkey, veggie, and ground chicken. Bread options include: pretzel, whole wheat, old fashioned plain, brioche and burger in a bowl. Extras include ($1 each); apple wood smoked bacon, avocado, fried egg, sautéed mushrooms and sautéed onions.

Sides ($2.99) for the burgers are french fries and sweet potato fries. There is homemade ketchup that is vinegar and spices based. The homemade ranch is made from mayonnaise, buttermilk, dill, parsley, Dijon, onion, lemon juice, sour cream, salt and pepper.

The wait for a burger is 10 minutes and pre order via phone is available. Casual atmosphere, order at the counter with friendly service.

Average atmosphere and drinks

This restaurant’s “build your own burger” philosophy and economically priced burgers ($8.95) make this a must try for anyone on a mission to find the best burger in the city.

Must try: Pretzel bun

The good: Low carb options, juicy burgers, homemade spreads, friendly service, ample seating, generous burger size

The bad: cash only but has onsite ATM, price can creep up fast when adding extras to burger

Food: $$$

Price: $$

Drinks: $$

Service: $$$

Atmosphere: $$

www.holeinthewallburgerjoint.com

2200 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 449-0147
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