Los Angeles, CA
Cassells Hamburgers
🍔Cheeseburgers · Los Angeles, CA
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Cassells Hamburgers
Los Angeles, CA
The simplicity is what makes Cassell's special. Fresh ground beef, proper griddle technique, real cheddar. I've taken at least a dozen friends here and every single one says it's the best burger they've had in LA.
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