The Apple Pan

Kayla Jochimsen

The Apple pan is a classic staple LA eatery. The atmosphere is amazing, I can smell it just thinking about it. The burgers are to die for, but the real star is the tuna melt (recommend ordering on rye bread with cheese & grilled onions) - it’s life changing. The pie is divine, I love getting the seasonal flavors! Their staff is so nice, beware that seating is first come first serve!! *p.s. I recommend ordering the fries well done*

Mark Savoca

A great place to stop for a burger, fries and pie! You will step back in time as soon as you walk in. Take a seat at the counter, someone will be with you shortly. You might need to wait for a spot, but we only waited a few minutes for 3 seats together. There is a take-out window and outside seating in the back if you didn’t want to wait. The burgers are excellent as were the fries. During busy times the servers and kitchen are working hard. The fries a plenty large enough to share. Burgers come out hot and wrapped, be ready to be a little messy. The pies are to die for.

Noahark WV

The Baseline: For a Burger-joint the burgers, fries, and drinks are prepared well, done with properly applied ingredients that should taste good, and any unique offerings should not take away from the basis of the burger itself. The Apple Pan exceeds the baseline. Food: The Apple Pan has an original 1927 Burger prep that is time tested and true to this day. Bun, beef patty, steak burger sauce, and lettuce. It tastes good and the ingredients taste fresh. No Frills and is a solid burger. The fries are hot and crispy, which makes me want to order a double dose of them. The ice tea is brewed properly and tastes like tea. Finally the pie which you can add ice cream to but I went plain on. The crust is delicate and the apples are sauced and sweet baked to perfection. You cannot go wrong. Service: Straight forward service which is friendly and efficient. There are a limited number of seats that are first come and first served. If you get fries the staff will throw down a plate and squeeze your ketchup on the plate (love that nuance of this place). My tea was always refilled and I didn’t need to ask for anything because they know what they are doing here (been open since 1947). Ambiance: This is iconic Los Angeles that is worth trying at least once and if you love it then you will love it forever. Stepping in the restaurant is like stepping back in time and enjoying a pure part of Americana. First come first serve seats but worth it if you have to wait. Update: Had the hickory burger which is 5-stars