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    Doinks Burger Joint

    4.5 (66 reviews)
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    Dogs allowed

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    Ube Cheesecake, Happy Hour Bacon Cheddar Fries, Margarita
    Lamia J.

    We braved the cold to sit in Doinks Burger Joint and we had a great time! We arrived during happy hour, so I decided to try the burger and bacon cheddar fries offered on the happy hour menu. The burger was a single smashed patty that tasted fresh and was not greasy at all. The fries paired really well with the burger. They were topped with cheese, bacon, sour cream, and green onions. Soooo good! We also tried the side of spicy pickles which were a great side dish. They tasted very fresh and were not too strong with vinegar or sweetness, if that's your preference. The margarita was simple but refreshing. Shout out to the bartender for his craft! My only critique was on the ube cheesecake. The flavor was delicious! Had a subtle vanilla flavor and the texture was great. It just tasted like it had been sitting uncovered in the fridge maybe? Other than that we had a great time and loved the atmosphere. The neighborhood is so nice and it's great to see local spots like this adding some charm. I'll be back!

    Pastrami Mami and Bahn mi Burger
    Esmeralda O.

    This place is one of the best for smash burgers in or near Cleveland!! It's delish and the unique fusion burgers are perfect! My favorite side is the wedge salad, the blue cheese dressing adds so much flavor. I've had three different burgers from here and you can't go wrong with anything on the menu! They also have a full bar and make a pretty good old fashioned. Staff is very friendly and nice. It's a casual spot and they play good music. Must try spot!!

    Po Boy Burger with wedge salad
    Mike L.

    We started with drinks. The margarita was good but the mulled cider daisy was awesome. I highly recommend it as it may be seasonal. My second drink was the lemonade with a shot of bourbon and I would recommend that as well.. This is something that I do in the summer with bourbon so tried it in the winter as well. The drinks are reasonably priced. I got the Po Boy burger as I love Cole slaw and it did not disappoint. 10/10. Because the burger has some fries on it pand I wanted something green I went for the wedge salad and it was good wedge salad! my wife got the OG Burger. Perfection in every way. It is the standard and the fries were perfectly done. Come hungry!

    Pira K.

    Doinks! What a great place to get burgers! We ordered the Bonn Mi burger (fresh jalapeños, kimchi and cukes with a spicy sauce) with a side of kimchi Mac salad. The vegetables added a refreshing taste and crunch and the kimchi helped cut the greasiness of the burger! The Mac salad was just okay, I think I would have preferred the fries but I'm glad I still tried it out! My bf ordered the sweet heat burger with a side of onion rings. This sandwich was meaty, but it was really good and the jalapeños was a nice touch! Onion rings were good. BUT ORDER THE UBE CHEESECAKE. I repeat, order the cheesecake!! Ube cheesecake looked so dense but once it's in your mouth it's light, fluffy and so creamy! The crust was like a cereal rice krispy crust that added such a nice textural element, this was the perfectttt way to end the dinner!

    Vig S.

    This is a must try spot! The fusion of cultures packs so much creativity and flavor into the burgers. Folks that work there are awesome. Vibes are great as well if you're looking for a chill place to drink and enjoy some of the best burgers Cleveland has to offer. Hands down one of the finest establishments in Cleveland.

    Doink-ed.
    Amy L.

    Vibe was cute. Staff was cool. Patties were thin and crispy. Fries are from real potatoes.

    Sweet Heat burger or something idk it was good

    It was delicious, the onion rings were crispy, the blue cheese dressing on salad was the best I ever had. Burgers were big and flavorful.

    The OG with onion rings
    Renee B.

    Doinks is a fast-paced diner. If you're looking to sit and hang out, you'll likely feel rushed because people will be hovering for your seat on a busy evening. That being said, they do turn around orders very quickly. The smash burger was very authentic with crispy buttery edges. I was not a big fan of the doink sauce but overall enjoyed my burger.

    OG burger and kimchi macaroni salad.
    Amanda G.

    I was so excited to be in the area and to finally check this place out! It's pretty busy for Waterloo Arts Fest but we got through the line and our food quickly. It's a cute spot with bar seating and a few tables. We opted for the OG and kimchi salad. Both were definitely fresh and delicious! I did hear a rumor that this is the best burger in Cleveland and while I will probably keep researching, I am inclined to agree. The kimchi salad is just the right amount of spicy and has some crunch. I'm pretty sure we'll be back and hoping that ube cheesecake is a regular on the menu since I wasn't able to try it today.

    Ube Cheesecake
    Chanel J.

    I've had Doinks countless times truly my favorite burger place on the east side but this was my first time ordering the Ube cheesecake! I highly recommend!!

    the incredible RUEBEN BURGER !
    Erich Z.

    This place is for REAL ! Funky little independent "smash" burger joint in a vintage corner building within the Waterloo Arts District of Clevelend's Collinwood neighborhood, just down the street from the Beachland Ballroom... perfect place to eat ( and drink!) before a show. The atmosphere is truly warm, inviting & friendly, kinda bohemian, and kinda classic... you could sit at the counter, or at a table, or (as we did) outdoors on the patio on a beautiful day. The service was truly exceptional last night, every single person working was friendly, kind and helpful, it was a pleasure to eat there... I enjoyed their limited time (St Patricks ) RUEBEN BURGER, and boy, am i glad i did; pastrami piled high on a smash burger, Swiss cheese, house-made kraut, with "DOINK SAUCE"! If you get the chance, order it, you wont be disappointed. My buddy had a classic "OC BURGER", also incredible... I haven't personally tried everything on the menu, but i look forward to trying ! if your hungry BEST burgers in Cleveland... believe it

    Tyson N.

    Stopped by Doinks and got the Smash Classic with a side of fries. The burger was solid--crispy edges, juicy in the middle, and the toppings were balanced well. Fries were hot and crispy, nothing too fancy but they hit the spot. The space itself is really cute, with a fun vibe and just enough seating without feeling cramped. Service was polite and quick. It's a nice spot for a casual bite if you're craving a good smash burger. Would definitely come back to try more of the menu.

    The OG and Kimchi Mac Salad
    Scarlett C.

    The OG is a great burger. Get the OG burger. The Sweet Heat is also good, but the BBQ sauce isn't as sweet as its name led me to expect. I'm a sweet sauce gal, and if I would have known the BBQ was so tangy I would have gone with the OG and been happier. Fries were good. Kimchi mac salad is tasty if you're a fan of the sensation of a cold mac salad (I am not). The burgers are $16 and come with a side. Beers are $4-5 dollars (cans only) so a dinner for two adds up fast. I would have liked the option to order a burger on its own and a side separately, because once you get through your burger (that you will want to finish), there's not much room for a whole side order of anything. Would probably make more sense, and be more cost-preferable from a consumer standpoint to be able to split a side of fries between two. The service was friendly, and the place was bumping on a Friday evening. Love the open kitchen and bustling diner feel. Great addition to the Waterloo Arts District.

    Wedge salad and spicy pickle salad

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    715 Pm on a Sat told no staff closing. Lost customers for good . 3-8-25 did smell good as fuck

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    Excellent portions, taste and temperature. The Ambiance is worth experiencing along I recommended it highly

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    2 years ago

    Great burgers and fries! Cool place with nice, friendly staff. Definitely try the OG!

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    2 years ago

    small quaint diner within walking distance to other cool taverns and bars. good burgers

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    2 years ago

    First time visiting and my food and service was great ! Can't wait to go back. Great place for a date night

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    wow! best burger ever! get the onion rings too! great food. super cute place. Staff are so sweet too!

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    I cannot believe I've never stopped by here before! My son in law had been wanting to try this…read moreplace for years, so we finally had the opportunity on a Sunday. We came at 11:20. (Call it a late breakfast early lunch hahaha). It was a nice day, so happy to sit outside. Their menu is so varied and there are sooo many dog options and other things to choose from, I recommend you look at their online menu ahead of time. This definitely helps in the ordering process. Especially when you have 5 adults and a toddler. The inside is tight with only a few tables. The condiment counter can get busy too. We ordered the Mac n cheese bites for the toddler and she really enjoyed them! Yummmy she said. I had the LA - short. It was really good! Loved the onions and peppers. I should've asked for some jalapeños. It took it to the next level. My husband and dad both ordered a Long Bacon and Cheese dog. They both really enjoyed. There was also a short Kraut dog and Long Flame Dawg. My son in law was sweating from the heat on the flame dog! He gave me a few jalapeños that I put on my LA dog. We all commented that the buns and hot dogs were great quality and our various choices were perfect to our liking! We shared a SMALL fries. Wow, it was a lot! 5 people shared and it was still a lot. We also had a vanilla and banana shake. Please note the difference from a small and medium shake is only an extra $ .25. So, go for the medium! Delicious shakes! By the time we were done, there was a line out the door. The team inside did move the line smoothly! Hope to come back soon!

    I live in Texas, but my husband works in Mentor, and has been telling me about Scooter's World's…read moreFamous Dawg House for weeks now. This weekend, I visited him and when he asked where I wanted to eat, I said, "DUH Scooters!" I love hot dogs! We weren't the only ones with that idea, and we had to circle the parking lot several times before finally finding a place to park. After that, we joined a line that stretched out the door. Once it was our turn, we both ordered the 'long' chili dog and got a 'tiny' fry and a banana shake to share. We were lucky enough to find a place to sit at the counter. While we waited I enjoyed the whimsical wall murals and people watching. Once we received our food, I happily dug in. The chili on the hot dog was unique, with corn mixed in. We were warned it would be spicy, but as Texans, we didn't find it spicy at all--though we did think it was quite tasty. The "tiny" order of fries was delicious and definitely not small in our eyes, though after seeing the massive portions others received, I suppose it was. We kept eating and eating them and still couldn't finish them. The banana shake was the perfect ending to our meal. I hope I get to eat at Scooters again. There are other hot dogs I would like to try.

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    What a diamond in the rough…read more Unassuming on the outside and the inside. Tons of beers. Service is very good. The real reason for the excitement is bc this place has a crazy DIY, mix and match, build your own dog and tot/fries menu. We had basically just come from another restaurant (I say basically to soften the blow but we did, in fact, leave a restaurant before embarking on the walk to come to this place. If we weren't kinda full from that, we could have provided a more legitimate showing. GF was grossed out by the thought of other food but I was not going to succumb to the satiety Gods. I perused the menu thoroughly. I wanted something that kind of resembled a Polish boy so I went with classic slaw and bbq sauce. I added pickle relish and pimento mac and cheese for good measure. Love the vegan options (two dogs, vegan chili, there was a vegan cheese if memory serves. Some of the other options and I kid you not were spaghetti o's and peanut butter. There was literally an entire page worth. I was really planning on only having a taste but you know I ate basically the entire thing. It was spectacular. I have no other words. Worth a stop, without a doubt.

    My hotdog cravings have honestly been the hardest thing I've had to endure after switching to…read morevegetarianism. GOOD THING THEY GOT ME! Happy Dog is everything it needs to be. It has hot dogs. It has burgers. It has sides. All the sides! You can get something crazy and live a little. You can lay it back and build your own. This is the definition of a choose your own adventure - Hot Dog Edition. It is definitely bar, and the low light, red vibe they have going on is great. There won't be normal servers running up to you to serve your every need, but the people behind the bar are super chill, so if you need anything please ask them. AND GET AS MANY SAUCES AS YOU CAN HANDLE. Try them all. Get a plate of fries or tots and have a dipping party. They are all so good and elevate the whole experience.

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