{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/69e6b5adeefc66ef2b23e56a/6a77b6a7769f96ab4508f415?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"914. Fearlessly Failing: LA Guide - Iconic Martinis & Best Burgers in Town","description":"<p><strong>The Ultimate LA Guide: Iconic Martinis &amp; Best Burgers in Town:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>What do cold gin martinis and lacy-edged smash burgers have in common? They are two of Los Angeles’ finest culinary art forms. In this episode, we’re taking you on a tour of LA’s most legendary bars and counter joints—diving deep into the history, the culture, and exactly what to order when you sit down.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you like your martini ice-cold with a twist at a 1920s Hollywood haunt, or your cheeseburger smashed flat with tallow-crisped edges, this is your definitive guide to drinking and eating like a seasoned LA insider. Or as Matt called this episode: LA travel guide to the best cheat meals! </p><p><br></p><p>📍<strong> FEATURED LOCATIONS &amp; WHAT TO ORDER:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>🍸<strong> THE MARTINIS</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><ul><li>📍 <strong>Musso &amp; Frank Grill</strong> <em>(Hollywood)</em> – <em>Order:</em> Classic Gin Martini (Stirred, 2 Olives)</li><li>📍 <strong>Dan Tana's</strong> <em>(West Hollywood)</em> – <em>Order:</em> Heavy-pour Cold Vodka Martini with a Twist</li><li>📍 <strong>Chateau Marmont</strong> <em>(West Hollywood)</em> – <em>Order:</em> Ice-Cold Gin Martini with a Lemon Twist</li><li>📍 <strong>Tower Bar</strong> <em>(West Hollywood)</em> – <em>Order:</em> Dirty Vodka Martini (Shaken)</li><li>📍 <strong>Figaro Bistro</strong> <em>(Los Feliz)</em> – <em>Order:</em> Classic French-style Martini on the sidewalk patio</li><li>📍 <strong>Dante Beverly Hills</strong> <em>(Beverly Hills)</em> – <em>Order:</em> Olive Oil &amp; Cinzano Dirty Martini</li><li>📍 <strong>The Lonely Oyster</strong> <em>(Echo Park)</em> – <em>Order:</em> \"Cavi-Tini\" (Crème fraîche vodka + caviar bump)</li></ul><p><br></p><p>🍔<strong> THE BURGERS</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><ul><li>📍 <strong>The Apple Pan</strong> <em>(West LA)</em> – <em>Order:</em> The Hickoryburger with melted cheddar</li><li>📍 <strong>Burgers Never Say Die</strong> <em>(Silver Lake)</em> – <em>Order:</em> Double Smash Cheeseburger</li><li>📍 <strong>Easy Street Burgers</strong> <em>(Studio City / Mid-City)</em> – <em>Order:</em> Double Bacon Jalapeño Smash Burger (ultra-crispy edges!)</li><li>📍 <strong>The Window</strong> <em>(Venice / Silver Lake)</em> – <em>Order:</em> Double Cheeseburger &amp; a Shaved Ice</li><li>📍 <strong>Heavy Handed</strong> <em>(Santa Monica)</em> – <em>Order:</em> Double Short-Rib Smash Patty &amp; Beef Tallow Fries</li><li>📍 <strong>In-N-Out</strong> <em>(All over LA)</em> – <em>Order:</em> Single Cheeseburger, animal style fries and a strawberry shake!</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Let me know what you'd like me to review next!</p><p><br></p><p>Big love - Lola </p>","author_name":"Lola Berry"}