You may be wondering is this a restaurant review or a fantasy movie review; and let me tell you it's both. There is clearly a wizard at work here and his name isn't Gandalf. His name is Korey and is the magical owner of the best burger place I've ever been to. Why you may ask? Like all wizards it's not just one spell that makes magic happen but rather a compilation of spells that come together to deliver a fantastically Epik experience. Let's start with the side. Yes you heard me right I'm beginning to talk about food beginning with the accompaniment. In my case I had the pleasure of being accompanied both by my wife AND the most large, crunchy yet soft onion rings I've ever encountered. Not only were they fried to perfection but they were large enough to feed a family..except I'm slightly overweight and therefore attempted to tackle it on my own. Not only was this side spell so delicious, like any great Epik wizard, they don't tell you on the menu the divine size and quality you're about to experience. Oh and one other thing...don't you hate when the onion ring has these strings in it that you either have to pull out your mouth or swallow and hope they don't get stuck in your trachea? Well fear not my fellow yelpers, those don't exist here in Epik land. Ok so what about the burger? Well, this is where I ascended to a new level of being spellbound. I ordered a medium Epikurean burger which had ingredients from lands far and wide away. What was in my burger...Maytag Bleu Cheese-Truffle Mousse, Pancetta (italian bacon), Mushrooms, Housemade Blackberry-Beef Demi Glace, Balsamic Aioli, Scallions, Parmesan Cheese. While the ingredients were 5 star don't let the spell distract you from the main event, the meat. This is no ordinary meat and due to my poor eating habits I typically don't chew well. In this occasion, I chewed no more than 3 times and the meat just melted into my saliva glands. What kind of wizardry is this?! Amazing... We have spent a long time talking about the various food elements but it's time to get to the potion..1/2 sweet & 1/2 unsweetened tea. Pretty normal right? Nope...this struck the perfect PH balance that I had to guess which one I was drinking at any occasion. This potion is one of a kind. It's not every day one gets to meet the grand wizard himself, but I did at around 8pm on a Saturday. He stopped by the table to inquire on the outcome of his spells. Not in an arrogant way but in a curious and genuine wizardry way you'd expect from a man who is buried in reading concoction making books and testing out his creations on his guests. In all seriousness I don't know why this place is rated a 3.8 on Yelp. In fact it's an absolute shock to me almost as if these patrons are in another dimension. Trust me, go to Epik you'll thank me later and maybe you can with a burger to go! read more

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Do you know how many places within 50 miles of Jacksonville carry gluten-free onion rings? Two. And both are Epik Burger. Their new location is just as epic as the original -- maybe even more so. A little bigger, terrific parking, wonderful service, and the same delicious food. We were lucky enough to meet the owner while we were there, and he came out to chat with us. That kind of presence matters. Tons of indoor seating. A beautiful outdoor patio. Easy in and out. And let's talk about the food... Delicious burgers (so many gluten-free options) Their famous gluten-free onion rings (YES, actual onion rings) A new salmon burger that is absolutely out of this world For those of us who are gluten-free -- and especially celiac -- this is not just a meal. It's freedom. It's worth the drive. read more

Epik Burger - Burgers Near Me - Saint Johns, Florida

5 stars because although it was a bit slow and expensive BUT it was friendly and good. I don't know that I would go out of my way to eat here mainly because of the price but I would definitely eat here again if I'm near it. The Madagascar vanilla shake is quite possibly one of the top 5 shakes I've had in my life!! The veggie burger was good, not great but good. A little mushy. I've made a variety of veggie burgers in my life and yeah it's hard for them to not turn out mushy. The traditional 1/3 pound cheeseburger was delicious!! Cooked just as I ordered and wasn't dried out. The fries are good. For me personally, I prefer hand cut fries but that's just me. They were still good. Flavored perfectly, not overly salty and definitely not greasy. The service was amazing!!! Beautiful interior. A cute little high top bar in front of televisions to sit at and if you don't like that you can sit in a booth or a table. Their menu offers a lot of variety and even treats for your dog. We had one drink, one order of fries (no sauce just fries), one beef cheeseburger and one veggie burger along with one milkshake. Our order was $41.00. I thought that was a bit high for lunch but again, just my opinion. But then again, it's all custom and cooked to order. It was good, clean and friendly. read more

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Great burgers and sides, creative milkshakes, excellent care for food allergies (incl gluten). Much better quality food than some fast food burger. read more

Cool place mostly self serve menus. A lot of questions to answer to get a burger. Did I mention they're like $12+ burgers! They're different and delicious. So when you're craving a high end burger this is the spot to come. The restaurant was somewhat crowded playing top 30 hits. It was a bit noisy as folks are trying to talk over the music. Another cool thing is they have beer and wine! read more

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Best Burger ever. I just finished the Epicurean Burger and it was the best burger ever. I ordered online for pickup and was texted while I was on the way that it was ready. Ready it was and I zipped right thru. Terrific Burger. Great sauces. I'll be back for more. read more

Location: Along CR210 in former Burger King bldg. Both the egress and ingress a bit awkward - but plenty of parking. Inside remodel is nice, but music is too loud for daytime (lunchtime) enjoyment. Self-serve kiosk is cumbersome -- and time consuming. Way too many SKU's to make it a "quick serve restaurant". Counter attendants not attentive. Expensive ... two old-school build it yourself burgers, two sides and two sodas $47. Burgers had good flavor - but 1/3 lb lost on the bun. Very very sloppy build-out -- lettuce everywhere in the basket; tomato way too thick a slice to eat and forgot to add my bacon to my BLT burger ... had to go ask for it! Onion rings huge - but greasy. Fries were ok. Pepsi products. Fountain behind counter. Very very slow. This is second location and they'll probably have to make some adjustments to "fit" the area. We might be a "one and done" here. 2.5 is my rating ... read more

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I haven't been there yet but my husband loves their carryout. My first burger was very small but the sweet potato fries were amazing. Didn't get a picture. The second and third pick up were good for the chicken burger. I didn't order a side but he allowed me one onion ring. Thick, crunchy and hot! I'm sure he will go back since they are all of 2 miles away. I WFH so he likes to pick up well before I can sign off. Perhaps why I only got one onion ring. read more

So we decided to finally try this place that emerged from a disappointing chain fast food place,which closed months ago. Being on a main road, would bring great visibility and foot traffic to this place. The menu was extensive and very layered, but using a highly tech touchscreen to order takes the place for human error as you order precisely what you want. The service was pretty good considering it's bring your food to the table by friendly staff. The portions were adequate and didn't leave us looking for more. The food was fresh from what I could tell and seemed like they use organic produce as well as ingredients. Now, things I would think could be better? My wife ordered the cheeseburger salad, considering we dined in, we found it odd they serve it in a to go plastic container instead of a real plate or bowl, as well as cheap utensils instead of silverware. We understand this isn't fine dining, but my girls and I had ordered their burgers which came in stainless steel baskets which would be on par with chique restaurants. They did offer some classy beverages and desserts, but we stuck with fountain drinks. Although my wife upgraded to a classic cream soda. Overall everything presented well and tasted great. The decor was good for the place and felt upscale vs you're typical fast food dining room. Overall I would recommend this place, but with a caveat, the prices were pretty expensive and they seem to get you by keeping items separately. Mainly your entrées, sides and drinks are all independent and depending on your order, very customized for additional cost. So this might be surprising for a family of four or more. If you're looking for a good place to dine on a budget, this might not be for you. read more

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The food was good, although I thought I was getting a lettuce wrap. It wasn't wrapped and it was a mess to eat. It was a bit cumbersome and irritating to order on their computers and it asks you a ton of questions for up charges. The place looks like a burger joint but they offer beer and wine which is different. Our tab was damn near $40 for a burger and bottled water... nothing else. A bit expensive for what it is. read more

We were highly impressed with the variety of options and some extremely unique burgers. Watch your pricing it can add up quickly if you keep selecting additional options. The interior has a nice atmosphere and the staff was extremely friendly. Garlic Parmesan fries and the mushroom swiss burger were delicious. read more

Epik Burger - Burgers Near Me - Saint Johns, Florida

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Had a very nice meal at this spot. The burgers were hearty and juicy. The fries with gravy were really good as well. The onion rings could've been crispier, but they weren't bad. The atmosphere here is nothing too amazing but it was nice looking and clean. The staff I have to say were very friendly and pleasant. The only drawback is that they can be a little expensive. Other than that, we had a nice overall experience. I definitely would go back. read more

I had the make your own 1/3 lb hamburger cooked medium. It was perfect and I could tell the beef was very fresh. Hubby had the peanut butter hamburger cooked medium rare. He said his was perfect as well. We shared an order of fries, cooked perfectly. Not over cooked or under cooked. The two young ladies who waited on us were very friendly and helpful. There are a lot of items on the menu and we can't wait to go back and try them. read more

So nice to have a burger place offering SOOO many gluten free options in the area. The poutine was delicious and a very good portion. My daughter really enjoyed the Dijon aioli with her fries and I enjoyed the spice of the house sauce. We also tried the vegan and dairy free strawberry shake which was a perfect pair to our gluten free burger. Thanks Epik Burger for being very considerate to those with allergies and sensitivities. It makes eating out less stressful! Side notes: I was also so impressed with how many options there were for vegan, vegetarian, and also pescatarian. The staff were very attentive and offered to take our order or use the kiosk. We were checked on multiple times to see how we were doing. read more

Epik Burger - Gluten free Old Skool Beef Burger and poutine! - Burgers Near Me - Saint Johns, Florida

If I could give this place 0 stars, I would. Somehow the burger managed to be worse than the Burger King that used to be here. The patty was dry and lacked any real flavor, and the price didn't come close to matching the quality. To make it worse, I paid an extra $1.50 for an egg that was completely missing from the order. For the price, I expected at least a juicy burger and the add-ons I paid for. Instead, I left disappointed and still a little hungry. Definitely won't be back. Do not waste your time with this one. read more

Asked for medium got well done. onion ring we're not edible overcooked spent $80 on four people to eat and one was a kids meal.

The staff is very friendly here and will to help explain any questions you have on the menu. We had a great time dining in. The restaurant was beautiful with many different seating areas - we chose to sit on the screened in patio which had a chandelier there. So cool! The food was absolutely delicious we got 2 of their specialty burgers. Ate them too fast before we got a pic. Everything meshed so well together. We also got to meet the owner and tried a new menu item that will be coming soon. Will definitely be coming back soon for whenever they open up breakfast! read more

Epik Burger - Outdoor patio - Burgers Near Me - Saint Johns, Florida

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Don't be tricked by kiosks on the countertop, the staff of Epik are there to help you. I made a mistake in my order on the kiosk, and they brought me what I ordered, which was something that I would've never ordered intentionally. When I complained it became clear the fault was my own, they still took ownership of the problem and made it a great experience. It was the most flavorful burger I've had in many years. We will go back for the service and the food. read more

We had a great experience here! The burgers were excellent, my boys each ordered the 1 lb Boss Burger and, shockingly, they were actually full afterward. My husband and I split the Epikurean, and it was flavorful and delicious. The onion rings were huge and crispy. The shoestring fries had good flavor, though I personally prefer a thicker fry. There's a ton of variety with plenty of options and ways to customize, whether you want beef, chicken, salmon, or veggie burgers. It's not cheap, but the price feels very reasonable for the quality and quantity you get. Our whole family left happy, and we'll definitely be back to try more! read more

This is the best "fast food" burger you're going to get in this area. I've spent upwards of $17.00 + for a burger at the higher-end restaurants that have a hostess and servers. Epik has the same burgers for a lot less. Serving wine & beer on top of the fantastic burgers is a huge plus. They have JaiLai IPA on tap and others. My wife enjoyed a Pinot Grigio while I had an IPA. The burgers were very, very, good. If you want an exceptional burger without the fuss and pomp of the expensive places, then you found it. Epik feels comfortably in between fast food and fancy (and expensive) restaurants. I found my people!! read more

Spent almost $100 on dry, unseasoned burgers. The boss burger had a cheese sauce and a boss sauce and it was dry. They don't put enough sauce or cheese sauce on the burger. I have about a table spoon id sauce. Ordered for medium and received well done. They bring out your drinks and you have to put on your own tops. read more

The whole family loves their burgers! So fresh and made to order. Friendly staff and we also love the gluten free options!

The food is fresh and made to order. Unique choices and delicious French fries. I added fresh jalapeños. My order was delivered perfectly. read more

Epik Burger - I ordered extra lettuce, extra crispy fries, and I got a side of the fry sauce. - Burgers Near Me - Saint Johns, Florida

Inside seems clean and they did a good job of remodeling the building. I agree with the first review that the kiosks are cumbersome to use (4 of them and you'll be waiting awhile if they are all in use...no human option). For what feels like fast food, you'll notice quickly that your bill is going to add up as the options are expensive. Service is poor. The employees almost walk around with blinders on and can only magically see you when delivering food otherwise you will be completely ignored. I saw one customer trying several times with different employees trying to get a request answered. I also watched another customer find cleaning supplies and clean a dirty table so they could sit down somewhere. While I can give some sympathy as this place is recently opened (e.g. for the table), attitude towards customers is not based on when the doors opened. Food is just ok. The fries are absolutely nothing special. The beef for the burger is nothing special...no seasoning or flavor. The only way to make this burger something better is to add expensive options. Of course, you don't know what options to add as the kiosk does not provide descriptions of the options so you can then just pick mystery cheese/sauce/other. You will nearly immediately get your drinks. About 20 minutes later you'll get your fries and then another 15 minutes later your burgers will come out. If you drink your beverage then good luck to you...the refills are behind the counter and the staff have a magic spell that prevents them from seeing customers (of course except to deliver your food). read more

Great idea, mediocre food, bad management and service. We were excited to have new burger place to try right near our home. Unfortunately the experience didn't live up to expectations. Ordered to go through kiosk machine which is super clunky and slow since there are way too many options for extras to consider. Girl standing behind counter was no help. The hot food came out quickly but then I had to wait another 10 minutes for them to make the shakes so everything was cold when I got home (3 min since the restaurant is right outside our neighborhood guard gate). My specialty seasonal burger which was supposed to be medium rare, was burnt to a crisp and looked like it came from the gas station. Wife was fine with her $20 salad with burger patty on top. The shakes we ordered were pretty good Overall I chalk this up to bad management and poorly trained staff. Maybe they can get their act together and fix these management issues before they get too many bad reviews. read more

The best burger in Jacksonville, hands down. The service was fast and friendly. Great menu options from top to bottom. Create your own burger options as well. Local beers to choose from. Not much more I could ask for. All in a unique setting that used to be a BK! Well done Epik! read more

I am so glad to see an actual burger restaurant come to this area. Such an interesting menu I can't wait to try numerous burgers. I had to talk my daughter into going with me as she is not a burger fan and she described the fruit and cheeseburger as the best burger I've ever eaten." And is looking forward to going back. If you knew her you would understand what a strong recommendation that actually is we really enjoyed the service and they seem to have a really positive group of young people working for them. Overall it was a great experience and we will be back. read more