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    A-1 Burgers

    4.2 (194 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers, Hot Dogs
    Closed 10:30 am - 6:00 pm

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    A-1 BURGERS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Micaela M.

    I've always driven by this place and wanted to try it but it felt like whenever I wanted to go, it was closed or I didn't have cash but I knew to be prepared during my lunch break lol. There was a bit of a wait but we did go at a popular time but it was all worth it because the prices were extremely reasonable, the burger was very big, and the fries were yummy! I would definitely go back soon!

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    Christopher R.

    I was looking for a place to eat lunch and heard about this place from my wife. I drove over to try A-1 Burger. When I walked up to the counter I was greeted by staff. Staff were nice and polite. I ordered a cheeseburger with bacon and fries. I took a bite of the burger and it was phenomenal. Cooked to perfection, delicious and tastes like an old school burger made at home. FYI there is a little wait for the food because this is a popular place. The fries were seasoned and filling. The meal was filling and the ambiance is customer friendly. The prices are fairly reasonable and the burgers are big/meaty. If you are in the neighborhood this is a great place to get a well seasoned and delicious burger with fries.

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    Rashad M.

    Old School "Hood Spot" where all the meals are under $10. The food is tasty and the service is what it is.. average wait is like 17-25 minutes but the parking is bad because it's on Vernon. The ambiance is whatever the weather is that day.

    This Burger combo put my ass to sleep.
    Delvin W.

    This Burger combo put my ass to sleep. A neighborhood classic for a long time if you know you know...

    Tane M.

    A1 is a street-side burger stand with a walk-up window for ordering. It's strictly takeaway, with no seating available--and it's cash-only, so come prepared! The wait wasn't too long despite the line, and many people (like me) ate in their cars. Customizing your order is easy--I heard requests for extra salt, mayo on both buns, extra crispy fries, or additional toppings like chili or egg. I opted for the King Burger Special, a solid classic with lettuce, tomato, onion, ketchup, mayo, and mustard. To make it my own, I added bacon, cheese, and egg. Served with hot, crispy fries and an ice-cold Coke, the meal was fresh and nicely priced at under $10. Service was efficient and polite, though minimal, with a thick plexiglass barrier separating customers from workers. After ordering, you wait on the sidewalk for your number to be called. When your order is ready, you can grab extra seasoning from a shaker on the window sill. The burger and fries were neatly packed in a brown paper bag, complete with ketchup. As I walked back to the car, a busker began playing blues on his electric guitar, adding a great vibe to this down-to-earth neighborhood icon.

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    Akeesa G.

    Ambiance: Walk up window to order, right on the street, and no place to sit. Only to go orders. Food: The burger and fries were pretty good, decent sized patty, affordable (cash only), and the wait wasn't too long even though there was a line. Chili fritos were not good at all, could barely stomach them. Overall, for the price, I can't complain. Parking is not great, I had to park a few blocks away, so be prepared for that.

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    27 days ago

    I pass by every day and there's always people outside waiting for there order. Anywhere from five to eight people all the time.

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    6 months ago

    Yep! My first time I got the king combo with the egg 11 bucks good burger great prices. I'll be back fa sho!

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    8 months ago

    Great spot. Local's fav! Hole in the wall vibes ! Worth the wait. Food fresh! Been going here for the past 20 years.

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    4 months ago

    Terrible customer service wouldn't let paying customer use restroom. Front lady was very rude. Unfortunate

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    11 months ago

    Good food. Good prices can't beat it real beef ok shook burger stand, could use some remolding, but it's only a takeout

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    2 years ago

    Classic burger joint since I was younger. In the average 40s but burgers slam dunking. Try em out you won't regret

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    1 year ago

    The ingredients taste fresh and the prices are the absolute best. There's not a lot of burgers in the city that are as good and as cheap.

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    1 year ago

    Burger is good for the price. Line is long sometimes but it's worth it. Service is always good.

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    2 years ago

    The burgers are awesome but you have a little wait time of you don't mind waiting. The burgers are worth the wait.

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    1 year ago

    a1 burger closed today? is there something wrong? This one of there businesses days, the food is so delicious

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    9 months ago

    long line waiting but definitely worth it for the quality of the food and prices are great.

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    Ask the Community - A-1 Burgers

    Can a food delivery spot pick up?

    Not to my knowledge. They do not take orders by phone for as long as I can remember (2000)

    Does anyone have a working number for them? The one listed here is no longer in service.

    They're open Saturdays from 10:30AM - 5PM now but closed on Sundays.

    Does anyone know if they're back open yet?

    Yes, they are open

    They are closed ! Sign in window Does anyone know why it is takeout only?

    Too early. Always.

    Are they open?

    They've just reopened as of March 9, 2021, drove by and they had a long line

    What time do they close?

    5pm

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