I was looking for a place to go on my birthday after a movie that was open late. I was also looking for a place I had never been before. This led me into aftermath. I had been wanting to try for a while. The experience was wonderful. Yes, the hamburgers are fantastic. I got the jalapeño burger. So good. Also, great bar drinks. I SPLURGED with an expresso Martini. The servers made me feel like family. Thank you Aftermath! read more

Hubs wanted to try the famous burger here. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Three of us stopped in for an early dinner and had the place to ourselves for a while. FIFA World Cup on above the bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Friendly and attentive service. We ordered: - CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH W/ CAESAR SALAD SIDE - 5/5 FRIED CHICKEN BREAST, HERB YOGURT, BABA GANOUSH, NAPA CABBAGE, BUTTERMILK ROLL. So delicious! Everything married so well and the crispy crunchy battered chicken was like music in my mouth. This Caesar salad covered in tiny shreds of Parmesan was sooo good. - AFTERMATH BURGER x 2 (one with fries, one with Caesar salad) - 3.5/5 2 OZ GRASS FED BLEND PATTIES, VELVEETA, RED ONION, HOUSE PICKLES, TOASTED ONION KONA BUN, AFTERMATH BURGER SAUCE. Hubs wasn't as impressed with his burger. Son said it's the best burger he's had at a restaurant. Give an in-n-out double double vibe with the flavors and sauce. Men's and women's restrooms for customers. Front and rear entrance and parking in small shared lot. read more

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Solid 2.5 type of place Food- Extraordinarily Mid Happy Hour - We ordered the Kimchi Fried Rice with Crab and wings. Kimchi fried rice was a good portion but bland - no flavor of kimchi or anything really... Aftermath wings with the dill ranch was okay- wings were dry but ranch made up for it. Really didn't get the house hot sauce on it at all. Burger- Highly touted on social media for an amazing burger but honestly for $24 each, you're better off getting a burger anywhere else. We ordered both the Aftermath Burger and Jalapeño Burger. Nothing stood out in a good or bad way so... forgettable. Service- Slow. Only one bartender who mostly was slow. Drinks and water sat empty for quite a while we ate. For a total of $120+tip, it was really middle of the pack. read more

Omg the food here is amazing! We found this place on the InKind app. I forgot to take a Pic but the burger was GIGANTIC and probably one of the best burgers I've ever had. They have all kinds of homemade sauces they use that really elevate the food. Our server was attentive and pleasant. read more

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Such an enjoyable evening. We were in the area after attending a speakeasy and wanted to grab some delicious food. We located this Location based on one of my YELP friends that I've been following for years as she really loves Aftermath. [[HIGHLIGHT]]On this occasion, we were lucky enough that they had live music. The musician was fantastic and just really talented.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We ended up sitting in a nice cozy booth where we could stretch out and feel comfortable and relax.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] For drink drinks we ordered the old-fashioned and also the big easy. We both enjoyed our drinks and moved on to ordering Andre's. My husband ordered the aftermath burger and I ordered the meatloaf. All in all, we were really happy with our selections and actually ended up getting a second round of cocktails as they were really delicious. For this round of transition to the Cabernet red wine, which is Dauo Wines and it was really tasty. We'll definitely be back, hope that this musician continues to play live music. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The drink or music on Sunday night, really made it a fun date night experience[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Quaint little spot in uptown phoenix, small bar and smaller tables for small parties.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Pricy menu but a good happy hour menu. The wings were delicious, lots of flavor and good chicken, the kimchi rice was bursting with flavor but a strong flair and salty. A great HH size portion but definitely an acquired taste. The burger sadly was just mediocre $24 and it was disappointing, good flavor but just not what I expected, not a lot of sauce or toppings, just ehh. Now the tots and fries were so good and crispy!! Our server was great, very friendly & prompt. Glad we tried it but probably a one & done. read more

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04/19/2026 This spot had been on my list for a while to try their popular Aftermath Burger. Made a Sunday 6:00pm reservation with my friend. It looked pretty busy when we got there, and we heard live music would start at 7:00pm. For drinks, the menu says to ask about mocktails - I would prefer that they list it on the menu so that I have more time to decide. I forgot what was in my mocktail other than yuzu, but I enjoyed it. I think my friend's mocktail was blackberry with ginger beer. For food, they are known for their Aftermath Burger, but the Jalapeño Bacon Burger sounded even better. We told our server that we were going to share everything. We didn't ask to split the burger, but I guess he told the kitchen to, so that was a nice surprise. Did not see an up-charge for that either. The burger was SO good - loved the crispy edges of the burger patties. It was so flavorful, and I would definitely go back for it. The crinkle fries were extra crispy. The Rigatoni Alla Vodka was okay, though I wouldn't order it again. Same with the burrata - I was okay with the sliced almonds for some crunch, but the fresh strawberries did not pair well with the burrata for both my friend and me. Overall we had a good dinner with decent service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The live music was great and interactive too - the singer asked questions at a nearby table, then picked a song to sing based on the responses.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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The staff at Aftermath truly made our Mother's Day celebration unforgettable. Accommodating a group of 10 people is no small task, yet everyone was so welcoming, attentive, and incredibly kind from start to finish. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere was wonderful, and the service made our entire family feel comfortable and cared for throughout the meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] As amazing as the hospitality was, the food completely stole the show. Every dish was spectacular, packed with flavor, and beautifully prepared. The absolute must-order is the jalapeño bacon burger -- perfectly cooked with just the right kick of spice and loaded with flavor in every bite. We'll definitely be returning for another incredible experience! read more

Aftermath Kitchen & Bar - Avocado Toast - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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My husband has been wanting to come here for a while and we decided to try it on Father's day. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is nice. When we came it wasn't too crowded or noisy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My favorite part was the blown up, framed Yelp review, that gave the restaurant 2 stars because of some picture on the wall. He and I got there early, and sat at the bar. We ordered drinks and chicken wings. My drink was the on tap, peach cider. It was fantastic. Our bartender was very helpful and engaging. When we sat down we had Allyn as our server. Allyn was great! I ordered the chicken sandwich. To be honest, it wasn't my favorite. There was no flavor. My fries were lacking salt. The sandwich was lacking acid. When I brought it home, I thought a pickle would help. It did not. Hubs ordered the award winning burger. I got to try a bite. I did, really like it. I really liked the bun too. The pretzel bread pudding was also a winner. Ae definitely will come back. It's a chill place, and I agree with many of the reviews. It's a great place to hang out and have a drink. read more

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Now I've seen this gem of a spot while I was scrolling on my phone and felt like having a burger here...so I got ready like and started my adventure. The time I pulled up and parked. I was ready. Only thing I didn't know was, what cocktail to order. Sarah was my waiter and she was tip top. All smiles and great service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great seating and location. It had a very relaxing feel to it[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and I will for sure be back for that steak and eggs... Thank you Aftermath. The burger was delicious.... read more

Aftermath Kitchen & Bar - So You Can't sit Next To Us - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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First time here!!! Walked in, super friendly and quick service!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sat down, cool buzzy ambiance, very nice service!!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food menu is kinda small, but has good options!! The beverage menu is much nicer....ha ha!! Give this place a try, plenty of parking around the back. I would have liked to have seen a bit more of an expanded menu, as many of the food pictures that you see here on the Yelp review are not on the menu. Perhaps they are seasonal. Grade: A read more

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My wife and I have been meaning to give Aftermath a try for quite some time, and we finally got around to it last night. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It has a lovely ambiance, the food is good, and while we had a few issues with our food, the service was delightful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We also found some fun offers when booking through OpenTable. We arrived to Aftermath for an evening reservation on a Saturday night that we made through OpenTable. The parking spots in front were taken so we drove around to the back where there was plenty of parking. We found a parking spot right by the back door to the restaurant, which we had to pull to open (though that was easy to do). We then walked to the host stand and were seating right upon arrival. Our server Allyn was wonderful! She answered our many questions, gave some great recommendations, and made us feel right at home. We started out by ordering a cocktail and wanted something fruity, sweet, and made with vodka, and while nothing on the menu fit this request, we had Allyn work with the bartender to create a "Bartender's Choice" drink, which turned out to be a Blackberry Mint. It was exactly what we were hoping for. We then ordered Rigatoni Alla Vodka for my wife (consisting of imported rigatoni, Calabrian chili vodka sauce, parmesan, and basil) and an Aftermath Burger for me (consisting of 2 Arizona grass fed blend patties, velveeta, red onion, house pickles, toasted onion Kona bun, and Aftermath burger sauce with fries). We learned that the Rigatoni Alla Vodka has a spiciness level of 2 out of 5, though Allyn put in a request for my wife to get it at a 1 out of 5, and it was perfect. Our only issue is that when my dish arrived, the fries were actually cold and the burgers were barely lukewarm. It was busy at that time in the restaurant, and once I got the attention of someone to assist, they quickly brought out a replacement burger, which was delicious. The fries tasted almost as if they were nuked in a microwave, but they were still a good complement to the burger. Learn more about Aftermath at https://aftermathphoenix.com. They are open for lunch daily from 11-3 except for Friday and Saturday when they are open from 10-3. They are open daily for dinner from 4-10 PM. They have daily happy hour from 4-6 PM and live music every Sunday from 7-9 PM. Open Table also offers specials. The first time you book Aftermath through Open Table, you can get a drink for only a penny. After several visits, you then earn a free appetizer or dessert, and after several more visits, you earn a free burger. While we had the issue with the burger and fries temperature, Aftermath redeemed themselves by quickly replacing it, and otherwise, we had a very good experience. We do plan on visiting again in the near future. read more

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Gosh where do I start? Well my friends have been raving about this place for quite some time so we decided to visit on a Thursday at 5pm, we had reservations and sat at a booth. Our server Allyn was absolutely awesome and if this review was about just our server, it would be a full 5 stars. However, the manger Alisha was absolutely terrible. Alisha could learn a thing or two on great customer service from Allyn. We all ordered kimchi fried rice, if took a long time to get to our table which is fine cause that means it's really cooked fresh. The menu said that it came with a fried egg and my friend ordered an extra egg. When it came to the table, the egg was definitely sunny side up, not fried at all. When the manager walked by, we flagged to let her know so that we could scrape the runny egg off of the plate to get the fried one. The egg broke on the rice and it was gross and my friend does not eat running egg like that. The manager looked annoyed and said she would ask to get a new plate. We waited for 10 mins and the plate came back... and guess what, the manager only asked for the fried egg and put it back on the same plate on top of the runny egg yolk. And didn't even apologize. She dropped it at the table and left. Allyn came by and we let her know what happened and she was so kind to apologize and said that they will remake it entirely and it will be on the house. When the new dish came, it was perfect, thanks to Allyn. Then we ordered dessert.... The manager Alisha came by the table and just dropped it again. No customer service like "enjoy" or "is there anything else I can get you?" Honestly if she didn't want to work that day, she should have just stayed home. If it weren't for Allyn, this review would have been a 1 star cause Alisha was terrible. Thanks to Allyn for saving the meal and the experience! As for the ambiance, it was cold inside and dimly lit which was fantastic. read more

Aftermath Kitchen & Bar - This is not a fried egg, don't advertise it as that. - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Aftermath restaurant has great service, beautiful ambiance and delicious food. We had the jalapeño burger and crab cakes.

I have honestly been hearing about this Aftermath burger for years now, it took me some time, but I'm finally glad that I was able to give it a try. This burger was just so juicy and delicious. I had a really hard time putting it down. I pretty much scarfed down the whole burger within a few minutes, which is unusual for me. If you're in the mood for a good burger, definitely check out this spot! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant inside is absolutely beautiful as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Aftermath Kitchen & Bar - Aftermath Burger - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a nice spot to hangout with friends and have a few drinks.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We only had one drink but the staff were the best. The bartenders made sure we were attended to although they didn't have the one drink we wanted. Which was their cider. Apparently, somehow it was not ordered. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Anyway, the it was a nice vibe and I plan on going back again sometime.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place has a cool vibe to it despite being in a small strip center.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server was great. She was knowledgeable, attentive, and funny. We ordered a several apps and food off both the happy hour and regular menus. We partook of bone marrow 4.5/5, pigs in a blanket 4/5 (really should be singular), burrata 4.5/5, Aftermath Caesar 3/5, Rigatoni Alla Vodka 4/5, Shrimp Cocktail 4.5/5 and the happy hour single patty Aftermath burger 3/5 (big mistake, me being cheap, this burger needs the normal second patty) and fries 5/5. It was my birthday so they gave us a Chocolate Flan 5/5. Nice craft cocktails, draft and wine selection. I would be a regular if I lived closer. read more

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The famous burger absolutely lives up to the hype! It's everything you want in a traditional bar burger and more. One of the best burgers and fries I've had. The fries are fried in beef tallow (not great for vegetarians) but they sure are delicious. My wife had pasta and she enjoyed it but definitely had food envy for not ordering the burger and fries. They also have great happy hour deals. We will be back. read more

I mean what a truly special evening! I celebrated my birthday at Aftermath and everything was beyond wonderful. From the moment we arrived, the team made us feel incredibly welcomed and cared for. We were seated in a lovely, more private side room which gave our group the intimate, celebratory feel I was hoping for and it was just perfect. Our party was large, but the service was seamless, friendly, and attentive!! I could tell the staff were truly invested in making the night memorable. Every drink we ordered was delicious and every dish arrived beautifully plated and was enjoyed by everyone. It's so rare to have everything go so smoothly with a big group, and Aftermath totally delivered. Thank you to the entire Aftermath team for making my birthday dinner so very memorable. I've been countless times before and have always had a great time so regardless of celebratory occasions Aftermath is always lovely and highly recommended ! read more

Aftermath Kitchen & Bar - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Burger was great and the fries were expertly cooked. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Very nice bar selections and some interesting speciality cocktail. I'll be back read more

I just love Aftermath! I think it's one of the best date night spots in Phoenix. Allyn is the best server there! The burger is always a must and the ceasar salad with chicken is one of my favorites. The pretzel bread pudding is the best dessert in Phoenix I'm convinced. They also have a drink called the Chakra Spritz I love it I get it every time! Tonight we tried the kimchi fried rice which we hadn't gotten before but now it's one of our new favorites! read more

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I had this place on my list of must try burgers. WHAT AN ABSOLUTE DISAPPOINTMENT!!!!! We ordered the wings and two burgers. When I ordered my burger, I asked for bacon and the egg, and my friend said to the waitress " make it two". Burgers came out after about 20 minutes. I asked about the wings and she had forgot to add them, so I asked her if she could still put them in and bring them out. My burger had no bacon and no egg, my friend's burger had egg, but no bacon. Fries were fried to a dark brown crisp!!! Halfway into the burger she finally came around, I mentioned that it was missing the items. She went to the kitchen and sent the manager to come to our table and see what the problem was, I simply explained that it was missing the items we added and still had no wings he said he would be right back. He came back with the check and said to us "I apologize for the issues, here is your check I only charged you for the burgers". Well geez man, thanks for not charging me for the wings that I asked for 3 times and still never received.... How kind of you sir. DONT WASTE YOUR TIME TRYING OUT THIS PLACE IT WILL DISAPPOINT read more

Overlooked this place for a while. Finally dropped in for some happy hour with the family. Food: noteworthy. Great flavors. Everything cooked well and fresh. The burger was good but missing something. Service: pretty on point. Had what I needed and received timely visits. However, it isn't professionally appropriate to display political agendas on your work uniform. There's a time and place for political expression and conversation and it isn't while you are working. Shame on management/ownership as well for allowing this. read more

Amanda was great. Thank you. I did complain about the wings and the bartender did give me a discount ($12 which is the happy hour price) on them. Originally, 6 for $15 on on super boney wings (see the photo), if I had known I would have just got pizza hut wings. I was happy enough with the outcome. Fine and I thought it was done, but the 2 behind the bar ignored me the rest of the night including when I went to pay my bill who passed it on to Amanda so I gave her the tip. read more

Aftermath Kitchen & Bar - $15? For these boney wings - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

We were invited to the brunch by another couple. What a great find. Service was awesome. We tried the Newcomer cocktail -- wonderful coffee based drink with a firm cream froth. I had the breakfast bowl with an extra egg. Tots were crunchy, the small potatoes cooked perfectly with good flavor. Quinoa and avocado topped off the bowl. Also had plain pancakes with syrup.. met the test! The avocado toast was impressive -beautiful presentation .. the space has been redecorated and is very inviting. read more

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Definitely one of the best burgers! The drinks are just as good as the food!! Service was good too!

Stopped here for a snack. Had the burrata. Absolutely loved the location and decor. Very stylish, very clean. Servers and service was as expected. The food and drinks were phenomenal. Happily would return. read more

This was my 3rd time at Aftermath, and each time has been a very different experience. The first time was with the large birthday party. The service was good, and the food was great; we especially enjoyed the wings! The 2nd time, just my hubby and I came in and sat at the bar. The service was great! The food was great. The 3rd time, myself and two of my girlfriends came in, and it was a lot different. It took 20 minutes to just take our drink order, about another 30 minutes to get our food, and after about two hours, we had to ask for our checks. It then took the server like 15-20 minutes to come back with our checks. We all just paid, and after I got home, I looked at my receipt and noticed I was charged $19 for the salad and fries and $7 for the drink. Not sure why as we ordered the "Girl Dinner," which I thought was a salad, fries, and a drink for $18? Maybe it was an off night, but we definitely all noticed. read more

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We have been twice now and the verdict is the same. Great bartending! Beautiful dining room. Scrumptious food. The smoked old fashioned is excellent and is made with perfectly clear cubes. The shrimp cocktail has four big prawns with two sauces for dipping. The Aftermath burger is different than most but really works well. I like the multiple thin patties because they deliver more char flavor. My wife's salmon had a crispy outside sear with a hot moist interior. Superior bartending and well executed food. Easy 5 stars. read more

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First of all, service was great! Food was just "fine". Both my friend and I had the happy hour burger. It was just ok. Neither him or myself liked the onion bun, it was too strong. Maybe even using grilled red onions instead of raw, just a suggestion. The tots were fine, French fries looked much crispier than the tots. Caesar salad was good. Overall, just average food to me, wouldn't spend the money to go back read more

I had an amazing time. Celebrated my birthday with my friends and we all loved our food and drinks. Dessert was good too! Get the japapeno burger it was amazing. Will be back read more

Aftermath Kitchen & Bar - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Dear Owner of Aftermath Restaurant, I am writing to formally notify you of a concerning incident that occurred during a recent visit to your establishment and to request your prompt attention and response. During our visit, a member of our party who uses a wheelchair was not addressed directly by your server when being offered water. Instead, the server directed the question to another individual at the table, asking whether he was able to drink water. The individual in question is fully capable of communicating on his own behalf and is, in fact, a practicing disability attorney. While we do not believe there was any ill intent, the interaction reflected a lapse in awareness that resulted in a patron not being treated with the same level of direct communication and respect afforded to others. Addressing a third party rather than the individual themselves can feel dismissive and is inconsistent with the inclusive standard of service expected in a public-facing establishment. We are sharing this feedback to ensure that this experience leads to greater awareness moving forward. We ask that this matter be addressed with your staff and that appropriate guidance or training be implemented to reinforce: * Direct communication with all patrons * Avoidance of assumptions regarding a guest's abilities * Consistent, respectful service for every individual Our intention is not to penalize, but to ensure that all guests are treated with dignity and respect. We believe this can be an opportunity for your team to strengthen its service standards and awareness. We would appreciate a brief response from ownership confirming that this concern has been reviewed and communicated to staff. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. read more

We stopped by after a spring training game and went for the Aftermath Burger. The place has a lively bar area with sports on the screens, but we were a bit underdressed in our baseball shirts and shorts. The vibe definitely leaned more towards smart-casual, so next time, we'd probably opt for something a little more polished to fit in - though we felt comfortable nevertheless. There was good parking in the back of the restaurant - the front was filled up. The service was incredible here - the host and our server both offered excellent service, regularly making sure that we had everything and our waters were always filled. We were seated very quickly and our burger also arrived quickly. The burger itself was outstanding: it was incredibly large (I had to eat it with a knife and fork) and the flavor was incredible. The patty was juicy and cooked to perfection, while the sauce complemented everything well. Even the bun stood out: the soft, perfectly toasted texture was delicious enough to enjoy on its own. It was an excellent experience overall and I'd be more than happy to come here when I'm in Phoenix again. read more

Aftermath Kitchen & Bar - aftermath burger - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Amazing food! We had the Salmon Dish w/ Caesar Salad and then for dessert, bread pudding. Everything we tasted was incredible! I've had a lot of Salmon dishes in Alaska and Washington but I think Aftermath's Salmon was the best I've ever had, which is no small statement! The vibe is fun. At first entrance, it looks like it's just a bar but the kitchen is amazing and top tier food! You won't regret going. We got a little chilly inside with the AC but I had a light sweater in the car and that was perfect. read more

Easily a 10 top burger spot in Phoenix! Going to try the Aftermath Burger without onions and see if we can go top 5. Need I say more, amazing everything read more

I came here recently with a few people for dinner. We had a reservation with a few last minute cancels. The restaurant was kind to accommodate - not forcing us to a smaller table. I looked ahead of time to see that Aftermath had won some local awards for their burger, so that's what I zeroed in on for dinner. It's a cute small shop that's got chill, intimate vibes. Parking is in the back, and you can enter from either the lot or off Bethany Home. All the times I've been in the area I've never noticed this spot! Our server was super nice to let us take time to chat and peruse the menu, all the while I low/key dropped news about their burger. So three of us ordered it and had no regrets - lots of flavors, not too messy. The side sauces for fries were solid - but my clear winner was ranch #MidwesternAtHeart. There's other good things on the menu that sounded good, but that will be for another day. We ended our meal with scribbling notes in the small notebook that accompanies the check - giving patrons a chance to leave their mark at Aftermath. read more

Overall great experience. The Aftermath burger is truly a must try for anyone especially if you are a burger enthusiast. I liken it to an elevated in and out burger. I would probably get it with only 1 patty next time but that's just my preference. Ambiance is quite nice and relaxed. The artwork is very cool. Service is just okay. We are waited almost an hour for our hamburgers. Our server seemed occupied but when our order arrived, the food is definitely worth waiting. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great ambience and service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Happy hour is the way to go. The Aftermac & cheese is insanely good. The shrimp cocktail is great. The Burrata appetizer is interesting but not amazing. The burger is good. I'll be back. read more

Went here for dinner with my husband and baby and had a great experience. The food was delicious! We both ordered burgers and agreed they were some of the best we've had. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was warm and inviting[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], and the service was fantastic from start to finish. read more

Aftermath is one of our favorite happy hour spot in the valley. We never fail to order the smoked wings every single time, they are honestly the best I have ever had. The famous award-winning After Math burger is a must try of course, although I recommend to ordering it with a double patty (they are smash burger style) for the best bun to meat ratio. All the food is fresh and delicious. We LOVE their beef tallow fries and that the restaurant doesn't use seed oils. It's an overall good quality spot with an elevated feel that isn't flashy. The service can lack in some areas, but that has never stopped us from having an amazing experience. read more

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