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    Come Back Shack

    4.3 (569 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    COME BACK SHACK ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Briana F.

    On our first visit to Boone we decided to go to the highest rated restaurant in the area. It was super busy and barely any room to navigate. The food was good but not sure if I understood the hype, tasted like a normal burger and fries.

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    Emily T.

    Last time I went. It was extremely crowded. No parking, we had to park up hill at the harris teeter. The app did not work or process my order so I had to redo it multiple times. The app never worked so I had to use the ordering machine. The prices are expensive and they forgot a lot of my toppings I ordered but it was too busy for me to even try to ask for them to fix it. I use to love this place but I think it gotten to big for it own good. I feel bad for the staff as it does seem overwhelming and I know they are all trying their best.

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    Jacob S.

    I must say, this was an extremely busy place. A bit confusing on the ways to order- phone, self service kiosk, or waiter/waitress. I made a very poor decision as to where to sit. Too crowded and too many people waiting in line for their food gave me anxiety. Service was hit and miss. We were greeted immediately, but it trailed off after that. Most of it was self service. Great sauce selection. Part of our order was missed, had to be remade. What should have been a 30 minute lunch turned into an hour. Great tea and lemonade. Good flavor on the burgers. Juicy and tender. Good food, avoid the people and go around the drive through..

    Susie G.

    I'm in Boone and today's #ThankYouThursday goes to Come Back Shack! When our student started at App, a co-worker who had graduated from App and knew I liked burgers told me I NEEDED to go to Come Back Shack. We went the next time we were in Boone and have been doing as the name suggests and COMING BACK ever since. They have a unique ordering process where you fill out a paper with your order, customizing your made-to-order burger. Food is always hot, fresh and delicious. Come Back Sauce is a must. I like their loaded fries, sweet potato fries, and shakes. During Covid they remained open, drive thru only. Lines can get long but their drive thru efficiency rivals Chick-fil-A. Drive around the building to access the drive thru line. You will place your order on the side of the building with an employee. When you get to the window you will pay and receive your order. This may have changed but last time I checked you needed to place an order online if you wanted to pick up inside. Employees are always friendly and pleasant. Frequenting Come Back Shack during the 4-1/2 years my child has been at App has been so enjoyable. #TYT Thank you for the smiles, efficiency, great food and memories, Come Back Shack! We will continue to come back to Boone and for burgers even after graduation next month.

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    Food is great once you figure out the ordering process. We would visit again when we are in the area.

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    Everything was good! We were served fast, even though we did not know how to order. It was busy but it was clean, and original inside.

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    Awesome food and amazing service!!! It was a lovey day to sit outside. Would definitely go back again

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    Food was awesome but the order app on your phone kinda sucked been nice if they had a walk up order system.

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    Ask the Community - Come Back Shack

    Are your French fries fried in a separate fryer from other items that contain gluten?

    Hello Kimberly, our fries are gluten free! To see the full list of our menu items and their allergen information, you can go to comebackshack.com/allergy

    Do you allow dogs on your patio?

    Hello, thanks so much for reaching out! Yes, we do allow dogs on our patios and at our picnic tables.

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