# For The Win > For The Win — Restaurants restaurants in Alhambra, CA. ## Key facts - **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/for-the-win-118160 - **Type**: Restaurants - **Cuisine**: Restaurants - **Location**: Alhambra, CA - **Address**: 19 E Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801, US - **Website**: https://forthewinla.com - **Coordinates**: 34.1, -118.13 - **Claimed**: unclaimed - **Vibes**: Casual ## About For The Win is a casual burger joint on E Main St in Alhambra, CA, known for its handmade smash burgers with juicy insides and crispy edges. The menu keeps things focused and satisfying, with options to go single or double patty, plus grilled cheese sandwiches and a generous side of sweet potato fries. Signature touches like pickled jalapeños, grilled onions, and a house secret sauce on soft potato buns set these burgers apart from the average fast-casual spot. The relaxed, no-frills atmosphere suits solo outings, date nights, quick lunches, and casual group hangouts alike. ## Highlights - **Handmade smash burgers** — Each patty is hand-pressed and cooked until the edges turn perfectly crispy. - **Secret sauce and toppings** — Grilled onions, pickles, and a house secret sauce come stacked on soft potato buns. - **Sweet potato fries** — Reviewers rave about the generous portions of crispy sweet potato fries. - **Pickled jalapeños** — The pickled jalapeños add a mild kick without overwhelming the burger. ## Amenities - Delivery - Take Out ## FAQ ### Where is For The Win located? For The Win is located at 19 E Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801. ### What kind of food does For The Win serve? For The Win specializes in smash burgers with handmade patties cooked until the edges are crispy. You can choose between a hamburger or cheeseburger, with the option to double up the patty. The menu also includes grilled cheese sandwiches and sweet potato fries, with toppings like grilled onions, pickles, and a house secret sauce on soft potato buns. ### What are popular items at For The Win? The smash cheeseburger is the standout crowd favorite, praised for its juicy inside, crispy edges, and perfectly melted cheese. The double cheeseburger is also a hit, with reviewers highlighting the distinct grilled onions and house sauce. Sweet potato fries round out most orders, and adding pickled jalapeños comes highly recommended by regulars. ### What is Franki? Franki is a restaurant discovery app that helps you find great places to eat through real video reviews from actual diners. You can browse reviews, photos, and videos of For The Win on Franki, and earn cash back when you dine there. Download Franki on the App Store or Google Play to start exploring. ### Is For The Win good for date night or group hangouts? For The Win works well for a range of occasions, from casual date nights and solo outings to group hangouts and family meals. The relaxed, no-frills atmosphere keeps things laid-back and easy, so it suits pretty much any casual get-together. ### Does For The Win offer takeout or delivery? Yes, For The Win offers both takeout and delivery, so you can enjoy their smash burgers from wherever you are. ### How much does a smash burger at For The Win cost? A single patty smash cheeseburger starts at $9. The menu is straightforward and moderately priced for a specialty smash burger concept, with add-ons like lettuce, tomato, and extra patties available for an additional charge. ### Where can I learn more about For The Win? You can browse the menu and get more details at forthewinla.com. ## Reviews ### rosemary — 4.8/5 · Nov 1, 2024 Handmade patty for the Smash Burger, cooked til the edges are crispy. Grilled Cheese sandwiches available. Generous portion of Sweet Potato Fries. 10.30.24 ### charmed.ventures — 4.5/5 · Nov 8, 2024 Now these smash burgers are WINNERS!!! Soft potato buns, patties with juicy insides and crispy edges, perfectly melted cheese…SMASHIN’ good time!!! #smashburgers #cheeseburgers #milkshake ### dangit.all — 5.0/5 · Nov 3, 2024 Pretty tasty smash burgers and fries! A little pricey but good! ### user_477126286 — 5.0/5 · Dec 19, 2024 Smash burger and sweet potato fries were good. But at full price of $9 for a single patty smash cheeseburger, it’s not a lot of food ### puppiesandchanel — 4.3/5 · Dec 16, 2024 Great cheeseburgers and sweet potatoes fries ### nela25 — 4.3/5 · Nov 26, 2025 Solid smashburgers, but grossly overpriced (as are all smashburgers I suppose). Interior is pretty barebones ### tommyho — 4.3/5 · Nov 7, 2025 For The Win in Alhambra serves up flavorful smashed burgers that really hit the spot. Juicy, cheesy, and super satisfying. Definitely a local favorite. #ForTheWin #AlhambraEats #SmashBurger #BurgerLovers 🍔🔥 ### user_665a87 — 4.3/5 · Mar 8, 2026 Good burger and good fries. Not life changing, but tasty. ### natedoge — 5.0/5 · Apr 15, 2026 The smash burgers and sweet potatoe fries were good. Would recommend getting the jalapeños cause they're pickled and not too spicy. ### rosemary — 4.3/5 · May 16, 2025 Don't cook tonight! Have a Smashing time with a $9 Smash burger 🍔 Get Cashback from the #frankiapp. ... Comes with grilled onions, pickles and secret sauce on a potato bun! 05.12.25