This review is a bit late but I came here a few months ago with some friends for dinner. I heard a lot about their kimchi burger which I ended up ordering and it was surprisingly really good! I didn't expect the flavors to mesh as well as they did, but I'm glad I got a chance to try it! Overall, a very flavorful burger. It seems as though their burger selection changes quite frequently though so a burger you like may not be offered all the time. I also had a side of fries which were a bit salty but still quite tasty. You order at the counter as you come in and grab an open table. The lighting in the restaurant is a bit dark but it has it's own appeal. Pricing on the burgers themselves are alright - maybe on the pricier end but they do offer some unique burgers so I'd say it's worth a visit if you havent already! read more

Cobra Burger - Kimchi Burger - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

A pretty good burger spot in the Church Hill neighborhood of Richmond! Definitely a local joint and watering hole. The first thing you notice is the atmosphere, which is pretty dark, and the music is an interesting choice of heavy metal rock. Take it or leave it though, which just seems to be the vibe of the place, which I found kind of refreshing. Got the double Cobra burger, which was really good. Burgers were a smash-patty style, and were big, juicy, and delicious; I really enjoyed it. I also got a whole side of fries to split between myself and one other person, which was more than enough. This basket could feed 4, and adding the regular side with the burger would have been enough to split between 2. While they were plentiful, they were also plenty salty - to the point that I had to stop eating them because my mouth was burning before I could finish them. I had never experienced anything like that. Overall, I still enjoyed my experience here. I like that it is a local spot and the burger was great. I would return and recommend if l in the area looking for a burger, but wouldn't get anything other than the burger itself. A pretty good burger spot in the Church Hill neighborhood of Richmond! Definitely a local joint and watering hole. The first thing you notice is the atmosphere, which is pretty dark, and the music is an interesting choice of heavy metal rock. Take it or leave it though, which just seems to be the vibe of the place, which I found kind of refreshing. Got the double Cobra burger, which was really good. Burgers were a smash-patty style, and were big, juicy, and delicious; I really enjoyed it. I also got a whole side of fries to split between myself and one other person, which was more than enough. This basket could feed 4, and adding the regular side with the burger would have been enough to split between 2. While they were plentiful, they were also plenty salty - to the point that I had to stop eating them because my mouth was burning before I could finish them. I had never experienced anything like that. Overall, I still enjoyed my experience here. I like that it is a local spot and the burger was great. I would return and recommend if l in the area looking for a burger, but wouldn't get anything other than the burger itself. read more

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Cobra burger continues to be my FAVORITE burger in Richmond! Hands down, no debate. It's insane how delicious and consistent their food comes out every time. I always get the Cobra burger but my secret is to get the cobra sauce on the side otherwise the burger is super messy - not that messy is a bad thing, but I like a burger that stays together so I can really enjoy all it has to offer. Oh and the fries - perfect every time. You really can't go wrong here! read more

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Cobra Burger is a solid place for those seeking smashed burgers and a VERY Richmond vibe. Being smashed burgers, the burger patties are thin so I would recommend getting at least 2 patties. I would recommend getting a burger with cheese since they make sure it's super melted and oh so gooey. I really enjoyed how they take special care to make sure that the cheese melds with the patties. The patties themselves have a nice char and caramelization around their ragged edges. The burgers are a bit messy to eat but that's part of the fun. Though prices are pretty steep, included with the burgers are a side of their fried. You can choose regular or Cobra fries which have pickle/vinegar seasoning on them. Fries seem like they're prepared in advance and not to order because they come out a bit cool and limp. It would be nice if they did a second fry right when you order so they came out super hot and crisp. The restaurant itself is very small with a good portion of it being their bar space so they don't have many tables. Everyone also places their order at the front counter so expect come congestion when you arrive. On the weekends, it's pretty difficult to snag a table, but you may get lucky as you wait for your burgers since they do take about 15-20 minutes to come out. If you're able, I would recommend placing an order online and taking it to-go. read more

Cobra Burger - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

It's fast food food, not a sit-down restaurant. And they have the audacity to ask for tips. Burgers are ok but the meat is paper thin. My bacon was thicker. Definitely get the double and be prepared to spend 18-20 for the burger. The fries were decent and so was the sauce. The soft drinks were not good and they don't have many options. The ambiance is unique for sure. It's dark which is cool but not nicely decorated. Just really simple. Like Babes when all the lights are turned off but slightly newer. The music is extremely loud. Don't go if you plan to eat with company and have a conversation. The owners or staff are very left leaning, which is a plus! Overall it was okay. I wouldn't go back. I enjoyed Dutch and Co more. read more

Be warned the music is all heavy metal and loud. I ordered the Acab single burger. The burger was thin and very greasy. There was WAY TOO MUCH bun for the thin burger. So much mayo and ketchup, very little cheese. Fries were salty. For me it is a no go. read more

The burgers are outstanding. Had the Cobra Burger and the Big baby butter burger. Loved them both , but the Cobra Burger was a little better. The fry's were good but a little too much salt. They have a full bar, but their sodas are off brand in bottles. The place is small inside, clean and decorated black,purple, gold gothic style. Friendly service. read more

Honestly unimpressed. I got the Baby Butter Burger and the bun tasted like a McDonald's bun and that's all I felt like I tasted with the pickles. I was pregnant so that might have been why my tastebuds were a little off. Service was quick and the fries were okay. My husband liked his burger, but thought it was expensive for what we got. read more

I would give it a zero if I could. We waited an hour....way too long for a tasteless burger. The restaurant is noisy and it was hard to communicate with the young man taking the orders, who was rude by the way. He was extremely impatient. After waiting an hour and watching door dash orders being picked up we finally got our order. The burger was cold!! Too much cold lettuce on an extremely thin patty. I asked for mustard/ketchup and was told that it was extra for condiments. This place is extremely overrated!! read more

Delicious burgers, really good folks and probably the best fries in Richmond, love it.

I love the burgers. The combination of silly names and fantastic drinking options atmosphere was at utmost perfection read more

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Probably the best "smash" burger in RVA. I like their cobra sauce and fry sauce as well. The menu is unique and changes from time to time, so there's always a new burger to try. Delicious. read more

Best burgers in Virginia, tried most others from Richmond, Virginia Beach to the famous Omni hotel 54 dollar burger. All ingredients are top notch and always the best experience. read more

Best burgers in town. Really fucking good burgers. Down side is you pay an arm and a leg. You want a double burger and a can of beer and your tab is sitting at $25+ before tip and that's absurd. read more

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Cobra Burger has the best smash burger in town, but this place isn't for everyone. I'll make it simple: THE PROS - They have delicious food. - They have a full bar - They are locally owned - They're a little bit badass THE CONS - Expensive - RUDE employees that make you feel unwelcomed ( 3 separate times for me) - No substitutions allowed - Loud and sometimes unflattering music - Odd hours, especially on Sunday. I hope this helps ! read more

The burgers there are phenomenal, a little on the pricey side, but very tasty. I had the Cobra burger. It was juicy and delicious. I comes with cheese, pickled onions, shredded lettuce, cobra pickles. The bun was tender and just the right size to soak up all the juices. Keep a napkin handy. You will need it. The large basket of fries was more than enough for the 3 of us. They were a bit over done, but still delicious. There is no wait staff to take your order, but not a problem. When the food was ready they delivered it to the table. The reason for the 4* rating, the overly LOUD music. To top that off there were no noise absorbing ceiling tiles or carpets. I requested the staff to turn the volume down just a bit (we were the only ones there it the time). His response, "I can't do that". Will I go back? Yes, but only for take out. read more

Burgers good but super salty and paper thin. My husband really liked his food and recommends this place read more

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Food: i ordered a single old bay burger. I think the meat and bacon were overcooked. The taste was more crispy/burnt as if they forgot the burger and bacon was on the grill. I didn't taste the old bay as much and the sauce wasn't prominent. The burger bun was fresh. The burger had potential based on the ingredients but it was just bad/meh. The burger was dripping in grease. I was hungry after eating a $11 burger that didn't include fries. I don't think it's worth the price. I love love love the shrek drink. I wish i had more of that. I think this place is a great drunk stop if people want to order drinks. I don't think i can eat their burgers while sober. Service: average/no complaints Ambiance: I like the lighting and the cobra theme. It's definitely better for a late night vibe. My party of 2 got there around 6 pm. The place got very crowded during the dinner rush and there is limited seating. I can see myself having drinks and chatting there at night. read more

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These burgers are top notch! Didn't have time to hang out but will next time. The fries were still good after reaching my destination which I thought was impossible. read more

Finally came out to Church Hill to see what the hype's all about and it did not miss. I gotta first give a shoutout to their social media presence--if you haven't been to their IG or read their online menu please go for a good laugh. Not sure how else to put it, but Cobra Burger is one of the most "Richmond" places I ever been. They've got so much love, warmth, and are so unapologetically themselves--I love it! Anyways, as far as their food goes, it's everything everyone has been saying. I went for their Cobra burger with one patty and it was delicious. Now when they called them smashed burgers, they were not kidding. That burger patty was paper thin and with all the crispy edges. If you're ever on the fence on whether to get one or two patties, just get two. I opted for the salt and vinegar fries and they were amazing--perfectly seasoned and with the right amount of tang. The prices are a little on the higher end, but note that these are high quality burgers made by high quality people. I'm not mad at all. Definitely looking forward to trying them out again for breakfast! That wake' n shake sandwich is calling my name! :) read more

Not as good as I heard it was. Too expensive and it had kind of a pretentious vibe. To get a satisfying burger would have cost like $20 (cuz you need two patties). I realize they are smash burgers, but still. Would love to give it 5 stars, but Beauvine gets that. read more

Best smash burgers in Richmond, definitely the place I recommend to anyone visiting/local. I have been going here for about a year now and this place is my go to because of one simple thing - consistently high quality smash burgers! The people who service are always quick and friendly when I have been. Worth the price and worth the wait! read more

The place was Meh. First the service was not great the ladie at the took our order didnt seem in a good mood. Then the food didn't take too long to make and we got it in less than 10 minutes. When our food came it taste great kinda like beast burger in NJ. The size of the burgers is not worth for what you pay for they were not that big or filling. They also had drinks but no water bottles. I HAVE NEVER SEEN A RESTAURANT WITH NO WATER. overall it was meh read more

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Carne asada fries were so good and drinks were nice and strong. The ambiance was nice and the gory horror film playing in the background made the experience all the better and kept me entertained since I dined alone. :) read more

Very good PAPER thin burgers! The patties get a great crust if you're into smashburgers. Best to get multiple patties if you're looking for a filling meal. I got the classic Cobra Burger, which was very tasty and well-balanced. The cobra sauce rocks. I loved the thin patty, but almost wish I got two. A lot of people I know call Cobra Burger the best burger in RVA and I see why. Maybe not your pick if you don't like smashburgers, but it's definitely good. They have a "Clawdette" burger for people who enjoy smaller portions too. The place has a very specific vibe/voice, that shows up in the decor, atmosphere, and even menu. The folks who work there were nice and seem cool. The menu isn't huge but I get the impression that they do a few things and they do those things well. Prices were reasonable. I could see myself coming back if I am in town! read more

Food was mediocre and waitstaff was rude to me. I truly don't understand the hype with this place.

5 stars from me. My burgers from here have always been so good that it makes me sad I live so far away and it's not as easily accessible as I'd like it to be. I will make the drive from the West End tho. They're probably my favorite burger in RVA and I love me a cheeseburger! My favorite is a crispier bacon and burger patty with my cheese, that's just how I like my burgers in general and Cobra burger nails it every time. Kinda diner style but better. It just tastes good. Every time. Also my drinks have always been served cold and tasty. Love this place. Wish there was one closer to me! read more

Best smashburgers in Richmond. It's a burger joint...aka a casual spot. Some people expect this to be something other than a delicious burger shop. What else do you need to know? Yes, theres a metal vibe. Yes, it's dark. Yes, seating is limited. Who cares? Burgers and fries. Dank. Eat it. read more

Really enjoyed the burgers from there. We went today after watching 101 places to party before you die (try tv). We had the ACAB and the kids burgers. Fantastic!! My kids loved them and they are super picky. I even tried the Mimosa and it was delicious. Definitely would go back. read more

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Underwhelming. I just moved into the neighborhood, a couple blocks away, and thought I'd try it since the reviews are so great. I ordered the Clawdette, and some fries. The fries were barely more than a handful and they were cold & soggy. The burger looked like your average single-patty from McDonald's- no lettuce, tomato, nor onion. Perhaps I missed the where you order those things separately on the website. That could've been my fault. The service was great though, even during take-out. Maybe the food dining in, is better. Worth a second shot since everyone seems to love them. read more

Cobra Burger - Clawdette burger with cheese and fries. - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Solid smash burger. Fair Bar, and service is counter ordering, and waitstaff drop off. Would have liked maybe a couple more items on the menu. But what we all had was solid. read more

I was in the neighborhood and remembered my friend telling me about this place. They don't have a huge selection of alcohol, but their burgers are phenomenal! I asked the bartender to surprise me with a burger and my goodness, It was so good. Don't know the name since I just asked the bartender to surprise me. It's kind of loud, so not really ideal for first dates, but I'm not complaining. I love the vibe and energy! Finally, the bartender that assisted me, dope vibe. Didn't get their name, but Super fine, great energy, easy to talk to, and just the energy, perfect. Make sure to come by especially when this bartender is working and give that bartender all your money!! read more

The best burger I've ever had so far. Excited to visit again, hopefully soon. Service, music, and vibe was also a plus!

I suppose I'm not the audience for this place. The burgers were fine, but not great: messy and overpriced. They are served with a ball of fried potato -- mushy and cold on the inside. The bathroom is painted black in an attempt to hide the filth. The attempt failed. Full bar, maybe; terrible selection of any other drinks. They also apparently think being openly anti-police makes them seem cool, instead of just boringly mundane. Not worth the price or the health risk. read more

Love supporting local food joints and that Cobra sets up at some of my favorite events in the city!

10/10, SO GOOD! My boyfriend and I went here Friday night and it was amazing, the line was long when we arrived and it took about an hour and a half to get our food but WELL worth the wait. The woman at the counter was highly communicative and let us know the whole time what the status was so we never felt like we were being forgotten. But the most important part is the burgers and they were amazing! We both got the bacon cheeseburgers with regular fries and they were some of the best I've ever had. Even the dipping cause they give with their fries was delicious! You have to try these burgers!!! read more

Great burgers and great fries. We ordered the Cobra Burger, Garter Snake, and Sting Ring. We were impressed with the Garter Snake burger, which is their option for a veggie burger. The fries are great, and the sauce served on the side is delicious. When you order burgers, you have an option of one patty, two patties or THREE patties. We all ordered one patty, but I am intrigued to see a three patty burger! We ordered our food when we entered the restaurant and then sat at the bar to have a drink and wait on our food. We will definitely be back! read more

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Best butter burger I've ever had!!!! Drinks are amazing as well. Adam, the owner, is awesome and takes very good care of you at the bar.

Thin style patties, good execution not a bad choice if you're near by. Def get 2+ patties, made the mistake of only getting 1. Cobra fries are a bit tough, regular fries are good. Nice and friendly staff. read more

Was fortunate to try this place on a recent visit. If you dont like a funky dive bar with metal music you might not like this place. You're better off getting you food to go. The place itself wasn't very clean when we arrived. I respect a place that doesn't do any substitutions as it shows they're confident in their serving. The burger and fries I would say are in my top 5 ever. The drawback was everyone at the table mentioned the burger was too salty. I love salt but it was highly over salted. The fries were amazing with the vinegar added. What sucked was we all got tiny pieces, no long ones. Like the tiny pieces that fall into the bottom of the fryer. It was messy having to pick up tiny pieces of fries to dip in the delicious Cobra sauce. That aside it was still that good. You do however pay a premium which I feel is over priced for the quantity of meat in the burger and the amount of fries. If you like a good greasy burger n delicious fries def check this place out. read more