Wurstküche

12/1/2025 Wurstkuche 800 E 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90013 I went with my nephew on his recommendation for a late lunch on a Tuesday. This German sausage place is near Little Tokyo in DTLA. There is only pay street parking but we had no problem finding a spot a block away, not typical. The set up is an order counter, pay and take your aluminum number tower to your table. The menu cards are at the counter. The menu consists of gourmet hot dogs, toppings, fries and German/Belgian beers. There are both interior and exterior tables. It was a nice day so we chose the patio with a picnic table setup. We ordered the Hot Italian and Hungarian Heat with fries. Our meal in aluminum trays was brought shortly by our very nice server. The Italian was good but I thought the Hungarian was better flavored. Both had good heat. The wedge fries were piping hot, crispy on the outside and moist on the inside; outstanding. They also have fresh sausage in the display case for take home. A large variety of sausages to explore next time. Very repeatable.

Such a great little spot! The hot dogs are seriously delicious - you can tell they’re handmade and made with care. They’ve got a really nice variety too, which makes it fun to try different options. The vibe is super welcoming, and it’s a perfect place to sit, relax, and enjoy a beer with your food. It just feels like a place you want to hang out for a while.

Excellent selection of traditional and eclectic sausages. I ordered a well done bratwurst that was tasty and filling. The fries are unique and nicely salted. I also appreciate their selection of sodas.

Absolutely loved this place! The sausages are incredibly flavorful with a great variety to choose from, and the fries were perfectly crispy and seasoned. The beer selection is impressive, especially if you enjoy German and Belgian styles. The atmosphere is fun and lively, and the staff were friendly and quick to help. A must-visit spot for casual food and drinks with friends.

I visited Wurstküche today, and I must say — the flavors really hit. We tried the Brotwurst and Mango-Jalapeño hot dogs, plus a large order of Belgian fries. Everything was flavorful and satisfying, though the portion sizes were a bit underwhelming considering we paid around $40 USD in total. It was a Wednesday afternoon, so we didn’t find many other customers. That made the atmosphere relaxed and conducive to conversation — no loud crowd, just comfortable. It seems especially well suited for people who work in nearby office buildings looking for a casual lunch or beer + hot dog break. A little history: Wurstküche first opened in November 2008. The founders, cousins Joseph Pitruzzelli and Tyler Wilson, aimed to bring a high-end sausage & beer hall experience to Los Angeles. From the beginning, they curated a menu of over 20 gourmet sausages — from classic to exotic varieties — and paired them with a rotating selection of German and Belgian beers. The original goal was to sell 100 sausages a day from a small kitchen, while expanding the dining space over time.

The snake and rabbit tasted like chicken, and the duck one was closer to what I’d expected. Tasty though as you get to choose fresh sausages in casings. Fries were alright with plenty of sauce choices. Peanut and pesto were ok. Still got the old brick walls and new wooden stylings made it a nice ambience.

Visited the @LAArtsDistrict and popped in for a quick bite. The sausage in bun were terrifically perfect. I opted for the Spicy Mustard and watched family and friends enjoy their lunch from @UniverityOfSouthernCalifornia #Grads #FightOn! ✌️

Simple ordering style. Easy menu to navigate. Service was pretty straight forward order at the counter and they bring it to you. We went on a Friday afternoon and it was fast. Fries were delicious and im more of a shoestring kind of girl. As far as the bratwurst and the link they were pretty good not sure they really stood out as "must have" though we enjoyed it.