The double beacon burger was fire. I highly recommend this place if you're in the area.

great food and great service. the burgers were amazing and the frys were fresh and the sweet tea is great

B bops slider Wednesday Is it a thing? Well it is for me! 99 cent sloppy Joe's as sliders They have pickles on them So make sure to hold them If you do not like pickles For me they don't need the pickles As the sloppy sauce is perfect as is! And the chocolate shakes are real good as well Fast in the drive thru Super hot food as well read more

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Terrible service and food. Workers with no gloves working with food and gross floors/table tops. Burger was a wrong along with other food in the order. Very greasy, to the point where the food fell apart in your hand. read more

we went around 11ish AM. We went through the drive through. When we got home, I took one bite of my spicy chicken sandwich and it tasted off. I took a smaller bite next and realized it tasted like old oil and it being reheated. my husband tasted it and said I was right. my husband who'll eat anything so there isn't waste said throw it away. it couldn't be consumed. given the time of day we went through, that sandwich was made the night before and then served to me.I haven't decided yet if I'm going to the health department yet. read more

Its as local as a cow chip throwing contest at the state fair and as satisfying as the sweet release of built up anal pressure when her finally drop her off back at her house 5 hours later. It's as Des Moines as it comes and its built for you and everything your Iowa corn fed body, stock or aftermarket, wants. The carvings are real and you, just like me, will succumb to the weakness that just the though of it instills into your brain. It may not be as exciting as hot tub bong rips with Kim Reynolds and a couple of the local, surgically enhanced professional girls, catering to your every need but its damn delicious. Sometimes local is what is needed and who says that local isn't up to the same standards as better known fare. I've had them all and by all, I mean all that are "said" to be the epitome of burgers. In and Out, Shake Shack, Whataburger, Five Guys and while they each are pretty good, I'd put our very own B-bops ahead of each of them. You can trust me on this because of my very refined palette. Anthony Bourdains favorite guilty pleasure of burgerdom was In and Out and that's only because he never tried B-bops. Is it the best burger in Iowa? Of course not but it is the best fast food burger in Iowa and every other state I've ever eaten a fast food burger in. It's not sexy food and the whole 50's vibe I find nauseating but hey, that's what the 2 drive thru's are for. I'm sure some of you don't mind the whole American Graffiti thing at all and that's cool. I don't judge, except when I'm paid to, like when I judged that "who has the hottest grandma" contest in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Talk about smoke on the water. There was fire alright, it just wasn't in the sky. You know its going to be good when the brown bag you are handed has grease spots on it. They used to use white bags with their logo on it. I appreciate, I prefer the brown bags. It just seems less corporate, more real. So what makes B-bops so good. Freshness, beginning with the bun. I have never had a bun that was anything other than soft and fluffy. Granted, the bun is just the vehicle to hold and transport all that goodness to your longing pie hole...or is it. The bun can make or break an otherwise outstanding burger, just like a bad crust can destroy a good pizza. B-bops buns are soft, fluffy, lightly toasted vessels that hold within them and deliciously juicy beef patty, perfectly charbroiled, covered in melted cheese and your choice of ketchup, mustard, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle. This burger stands on its own with none of those just as well as it stands with all of them. My current incarnation is a single cheese with no veggies except lettuce. Next week it will probably be something completely different. And guess what it doesn't matter to them because they will prepare it however you wish. If you get fries, add some dipping sauce like ranch or cheese. I normally go ranch. Occasionally, if the mood strikes like it did this evening, I'll add a 6 piece nuggets because they too are damn delicious and I'd bet that they are made with actual chicken. B-bops is to the Des Moines fast food burger scene what 23 carat gold leaf is to our capital. It just has to be. read more

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My daughter ordered a single with cheese, and ended up with an SD card from someone's phone in her cheeseburger. When she returned the cheeseburger with the SD card on top, they offered her more food no refund. Who wants to eat more food from a place with a cheeseburger full of technology, that they almost choked on!!! read more

I've always have heard that B-Bop's food was really good, so I finally got around to trying the Altoona one back in December 2020 & it was really good! https://youtu.be/XH2XWQ9zf8Q read more

B-Bop's - The #8 burger, with some French fries! - Fast Food Near Me - Altoona, Iowa

I usually go to B bops every couple of weeks, and decided to give it a go on the way home from a very busy day. Usually I get a very typical B bop's meal; deliciously greasy cheeseburgers with bacon, but I've always up until today, got hot, fresh, delicious fries. However on the way home I notice that every single fry was hard as a rock, I don't think one fry was edible. I ate them anyway, but I've never been so disappointed. The next time I go, I can guarantee I will sit and go through my meal before I leave the drive-thru. Even worse, it was busy, so there's no excuse for being served the bottom of the barrel read more

Chili cheese fries - OMG YUMMMMM!! BBQ bacon cheddar is super but could use extra sauce and the bacon cheese deluxe are amazing as well, tastes like homemade real burger patties!! We all had the same thing and probably will every time we return!!! Thabk you to whom ever invented B-BOPS yall are geneious!! (Lola's fire hot sauce is not good tho, I love vinegar but this stuff was ummmm just YUCK!!) read more

A good classic old school burgers and fries, the double drive through is kinda neat. Price isn't too bad either if I recall correctly.

Midwest burger/diner deliciousness. Fast food isn't always good these days, but this midwest really cranks up a notch with most everything they do. Their signature burgers are excellent along with the Pork Tenderloin and best of all the Loose Meat Sloppy Joe Sliders. Pair it with some chili cheese fries and you will have a decadent tasty junk food evening. read more

Service was absolutely awful. Waited in line for about 25 minutes- which I completely understand!! Places can get busy and understaffed. When we finally got up to the window, we were not greeted with a hi or even a smile. The girl in the window had absolutely no costumer service skills and clearly did not want to be there. When we got our sprite it was watered down, so I politely asked if she could fill the drink with something else perhaps? She did not say a word and took the sprite and didn't return. After another 5 minutes of just sitting there a young man finally asked what we wanted to drink. Not a good experience and if it were my company I would want to know!! read more

Ordered chili with my meal. Came with no cheese or onions, wasn't offered at all. Was a take out order didn't find out any of this until returning home and zero crackers or silverware. Still going to eat but frustrating! read more

I usually enjoy entering the vicinity of B-Bops, though, they somehow have managed to squeak minor inconveniences with each time I've visited within the last month. Their ranch is fire, drippy as fuck, but fire; that's 1 star. The food tastes fresh. That's about all the kind things I can say. First problematic time I came, I asked for the #1 combo which doesn't come with cheese. You have to ask for cheese to get it. It came with cheese. I hate cheese. I come a second time and ask for the #3 (a chicken sandwich), expecting to get some equal dosage of ingredients. I open the carton at my house and there is mayonnaise all over the ceiling, walls, and floor of this sh*t. I had to not only mop up the sandwich once, but twice, and still had mayonnaise gushing out everywhere. Where was the ketchup, mustard, catsup?? Nowhere to be found . With both of these orders I was much disappointed. read more

B-Bop's - Good fries and ranch dressing - Fast Food Near Me - Altoona, Iowa

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Fun place to eat. Food is always hot and fresh. In addition, the drive-up has great service, too.

Got a single with cheese no tomato meal. It was awesome. One of the best burgers around Altoona. They weren't soft or soggy like McDonald's fries. They were perfect. I love this place. I always have. read more

By far my favorite burger joint. Ever. I remember the first B-Bops opening when I was around 8 or 9 years old. I'm approaching 41 and it's ALWAYS been my favorite burger. They're broiled, not fried. Salty and juicy goodness. They did change their Fries many years ago, they used to be similar to McD's, now they are similar to BK. Every time we come home from vacation, it's the first stop we make before home. No one is ever rude, the orders don't get jacked up. It's a small building with delicious burgers and very affordable. My husband likes their fried chicken sandwich too, but I only eat the burgers. I'm a burger fiend. read more

Second best fast food burger joint in Altoona. They do actually have some seating inside. Fries are better than Culver's but otherwise its a distant second. read more

After a long day in the sun all my husband and I could think about was a burger and fries and B-Bops was a new place for us that we had never been to and it was incredible!! The burgers were delicious and you don't feel gross after eating them like most places! I also tried the charbroiled chicken sandwich and it was so good! I highly recommend this place we will definitely be back when we are in town! read more

Stopped here because I miss the one in Cedar Rapids. I had Sloppy Joe sliders and chili cheese fries. It is good fast food. Staff was friendly and courteous. read more

Good Old American Diner Burgers, the Large Fries i feel like kind of lack in size, but the burger makes up for it!, i have yet to try the shake because they only have 1 flavor? but i will next time! read more

B-Bop's was pretty forgettable. It's marketed as an old style diner, but it is really a typical fast food place and not all that good of a one. I was a bit surprised to see this as one of the higher rated options in the area. Burger was OK. Fries were not very good. Chicken nuggets the same. Soda/Pop tasted off. My fathers milkshake was decent though. I probably would not go back. They do have a drive through though if you are passing through the area and none of the chains tickles your fancy. No wifi. read more

Let me first say I have been to various B-Bops in Iowa and eaten almost every item from their menu. This location is no different than their other locations, food made fresh and delicious. Their staff is always friendly here and the wait is not long. For those who do not know what B-Bops is, it is a classic made and tasting burger. It is higher quality than a fast food burger, but not necessarily a gourmet restaurant burger. I have tried their standard burgers and also Chicken, fish, and pork ones. I have also eaten their nuggets and chili which is all amazing. Price is higher than fast food burger joints, but worth the price, only a buck or so more.. read more

I frequent this B-Bops location more than the others, and this one has never disappointed me. Fast food burgers at its finest. Good food! Quick! Reasonably priced Decent employees read more

Forget Five Guys and go to B-BOP'S! This is by far the best drive thru burger in Iowa. It's nothing fancy but it's if it's a solid flame boiled burger and crispy fires this is the place. Also ignore the negative reviews the person that doesn't like this place is never satisfied with anything ever..... read more

Usually a good experience. Tonight my son got a single and not the double he order and heard the guy in the back barking make sure you see the receipt and just not having a good manner about asking about the order. Manners nakes a difference.. read more

I love their sloppy joe sliders! Fries are great and they are super fast. I always go out of my way to visit them if I am near one. Sandwiches are a little greasy. Fries are the shoe strings so with the decode and style of building it totally brings you back!! Usually friendly help and clean dining. My fries were good but could have been salted a little more but that's not a huge deal. read more

We got a burger, fries, charbroiled chicken sandwich, chili fries and a Pepsi and it was SO good. Highly recommend this stop!

Pretty blah. Kinda like McDonalds burger without the branding, nice environment or menu choices. I regret coming here given all the other restaurants around here. In future would go elsewhere. read more

Typical fast food joint nothing special. The food is not cooked to order. By the time I paid for my food and and got my drink she handed me the sandwich. read more

Horrible customer services. What happened to doing for the customer? The company post a coupon on there website BUT will only accept IF printed. Who owns a printer now a days. This generation is all about technology and apps. They are too cheap to authorize a $1 off. read more

By far the worst Bbop's location in the Des Moines Area 3 of 4 orders wrong. Cold food.

there is no where else with a drive thru you can get sizzling hot meat hot enough to melt the Styrofoam & cold lettuce & tomatoes on the same sandwich & the chili chees fries are the best I've had any where this location has a small amount of indoor seating as well which is a plus if you are walking or biking & the friendly fast staff is excellent read more