Update: after coming here consistently for three years, I've had to scale back some. The menu is solid, the food is good but there are a few improvements needed. First, this is now a family business and as a result they are almost always understaffed. Usually only one person seating folks, taking orders, making drinks (when they know how,,) running tables, refilling drinks, preparing and paying checks, etc.. all the same person. With one or two more in the kitchen. There is sometimes a language barrier as well. Bottom line, decent food (the birra tacos and hotdogs are solid) a bit pricy because of the neighborhood but otherwise an okay time. Hope they get the other part of the building opened and can hire more help at some point. read more

Bathroom door was open while we were there. They are located next to the kitchen, and there was poop and pee still in the toilet. No one bothered cleaning or closed the door. We sat at the entrance very far from the bathrooms. Appetizer was good, we got chips and queso. I ordered something but the server forgot to place the order. My oldest daughter ate the mac and cheese but it was very basic mac and cheese and my youngest stopped eating her chicken fingers after 1 bite. I tried it and there was no taste to it. Just blend chicken, the breading had no seasoning. I will never go back to that place and I do not recommend it. read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - Kids chicken fingers and fries + Chips and queso - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Fantastic little find. I love their quesabirria tacos with consomme, best I've had anywhere. The service is also so friendly and authentic, just love it. read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

I don't understand the 5-star reviews at all. We each had to repeat our orders to the waiter 3 times and it took forever to get our food. Ordered tacos and got flautas. Asked for queso on the side, no sour cream and got sour cream on the side. Asked for margarita on the rocks and got strawberry frozen. Felt like I was on candid camera it was so ridiculous. Food had no taste- no seasoning on the meat and the guacamole had no salt whatsoever. Then they charged us $18 for the re-made terrible margarita that was brought out the second time. The only positives I could give are the friendly staff and the chips. I will never return and wish I had looked more closely at the reviews before deciding to go. Just a terrible waste of money. read more

Overpriced, limited menu, food was mediocre at best with small portions. Slow service and not enough wait staff. They need to learn how to operate a restaurant before buying the business. I will never go back to that place and I do not recommend it. read more

It is a cool concept with the fusion of burgers/hot dogs and Mexican food. My experience here was mid. The place is pretty small inside - maybe 5 tables inside but I could see the outside seating being more beneficial (it was 40oF and dark so inside was the only choice). They do have a nice bar area and even serve some quality draft beer. Our food took longer than expected to arrive. The place was not very busy on a Monday evening and the other two tables already had food when we arrived, so I was expecting the food to come pretty quick (especially since we just ordered tacos). The tacos were tasty. The Al pastor tacos looked more empty than the fish tacos. The Al pastor tacos flavor was nice and I enjoyed the sauce on the side, but the taco wasn't filled very well. I was told the fish tacos were scrumptious and very tasty. I feel like the tacos needed a side of chips or something else to go with them especially if you aren't filling the tortillas very well. Suggestion: but I even think serving free chips and salsa could lighten the environment up some and keep customers happy. Overall 3/5 stars. Nice server, tasty food, just wished food had come sooner out of kitchen and tacos were a little more full so I wasn't practically eating half a tortilla. read more

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I arrived at Gov's on a beautiful Fall day in North Carolina that was one of the first where the summer heat began to yield to the impeccable fall. I checked in at the host stand and chose a table outside. Sometimes I feel bad when choosing a table father away from the hustle of the restaurant because it means extra effort for my server but the gentleman taking care of me was incredibly kind and took great care of me. The Sierra Vista hot dog had been recommended to me. It's listed on the menu as having fried jalapeno, cotija cheese, diced tomatoes, and BBQ sauce. I ordered one then the server asked if I wanted two, but one seemed enough (and it WAS!). It arrived quickly. I liked that the friend jalapeno was strips not chips. This helped you get a spicy fried bite each time. I searched and couldn't find any BBQ sauce on mine. Which was ok, but I do love me some BBQ sauce. Also the bun, though delicious, immediately fell apart when I went to pick-up the dog for the first time. Not the biggest deal, but I was surprised because, without the sauce, there wasn't that much liquid involved which typically is the cause of disintegrating buns. The fries were tasty to and I got the housemade ranch. A great combo. A good dog, great service, and a lovely patio (aided by perfect weather): Go visit Gov's! read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - Sierra Vista Hot Dog - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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This local burger spot is great! The menu offers a variety of burgers, salads, sandwiches and appetizers. The burgers are juicy and delicious. And the fries are wonderful! I enjoy the ambience of the location. The restaurant is small and comfortable. The environment allows for genuine conversation and a lot of laughs. The staff is friendly and very accommodating. I truly enjoyed my first experience at Gov's Burger & Tap. read more

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Great place for a fantastic meal. My wife and myself went in for a nice supper. What a pleasant surprise. The fried squash was fantastic, very hot, just the right season sauce for dipping. It was made fresh to order. Will return just for these! I had the pork chop sandwich and a cup of the soup of the day onion soup, not French onion. A delicious blend of onions, and broth. The pork chop was breaded just right, a thin coating not covered in a inch of batter. Just a dab coleslaw, which complimented the sandwich not over whelming the favor profile. I used no extra sauce it was just that good. My wife had the fried cod, again not over-battered. A thin coating to enhance the favor, but not over take the freshness of the cod filet. We will be back to enjoy more of this outstanding menu. read more

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Tasty food, but a base of $11.50 for a hot dog isn't reasonable. You could buy a dozen premium hot dogs from any grocery store for the same price, probably less. Then feed a dozen people the best hot dog they've ever had (for a profit) at a quarter of the price read more

First off, excellent and friendly customer service. I really appreciated the hospitality from the moment I arrived to when I paid for my check. I ordered a burger and fries which came out to be about $20. For the quality, i felt like it was worth every penny. The fries was the MVP. It was fried so perfectly and crispy. What a work of art! The burger was good and fulfilling. I feel like it could've been better but better than average. Overall, pretty cool spot for a burger and beer if you're interested! read more

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Came here for a late lunch, so very few people. A small place inside, but they have some outdoor seating available. I was waited on by a nice young lady. I ordered a burger and it came with fries. The burger was good, but it was not cooked evenly. Part was medium, part was medium well. It did have a big slice of tomato and some good lettuce and pickle. The ketchup and mustard was on the table, but the almost empty ketchup was way too sweet...not very good, so I didn't ask for another bottle. There was a small cup of sauce that was maybe mayo based....so I ate a few fries with that instead of more cheap ketchup. I didn't eat many because they were not hot. I am not a big fries fan, so to eat them, they go down a lot easier hot...but these were not. Since it was an " off" time, it was obvious I got the leftovers from the lunch crowd. At least serve them hot, even if they are leftovers. A good sized burger, but pricey. I will not return. read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - After the burger - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Well it sure took me a while to finally check this place out. I guess you could say it was worth the wait! Super nice employees and very efficient in every way from taking the order, bringing our drinks and food out, and checking on us. My spouse really enjoyed the regular burger and loved the fries. We got a large order of fries to share that were excellent, but far too much for two, so we got a take out container to bring at least half or more home. I had the Roy Williams burger which comes with bacon jam and pimento cheese. I've never had bacon Jam before and theirs has BBQ sauce in it so a little hard to taste the bacon. It was ok, but I'd probably try another burger next time. The burgers themselves were really good and on nice brioche buns from The Bread Shop in Pittsboro. If you've lived here long enough you know how good their bread is and the buns are no exception. All in all we had a good experience and look forward to returning next time a burger craving hits, which won't be far off. read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - Regular burger with large fries. - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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It's gone from Al's burgers to Gov's burgers and now Gov's fusion cantina. This is probably the best iteration so far!!! Really enjoying their Mexican fare! Taco Tuesday may just become a weekly thing for us here! The new owner/chef and staff are all welcoming and personable. It's great to have this restaurant in the neighborhood . Don't forget to save room for dessert! Their churros are awesome. read more

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Our favorites are the chicken tinga and Al Pastore tacos. The bar is a fun spot too. The staff are very nice and easy to talk to.

This is where Tobacco Road used to be and is pretty much the same layout as it was then. I don't recall the nice outside area they have now though. My daughter and I decided to sit outside which was a huge mistake because it was so hot!!! Not their fault but some fans would be great. They have heaters installed, so fans seem obvious. The food was really good! We had pretzel bites and two salads. The salads were a twist on traditional (boring) salads and were tasty. They have a good draft beer selection and the beer was nice and cold. read more

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Not much for ambience, small, noisy, just a few tables. The service was excellent, our server was very attentive. She recommended the daily special of Suisse Enchiladas. I asked for it in a vegetarian version and she said that would be no problem. The presentation was beautiful and the chicken version and vegetarian versions were both delicious. We ordered chips and salsa and the chips were a bit on the thick side, which we prefer lighter chips, but they were home m read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - Suisse Enchiladas - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Service was friendly and attentive. I liked the small casual inside with lots of TVs and there is a nice patio area. I didn't care for the thick chips with guacamole. I would not order again. My house margarita was too sweet for my taste and I remedied it with lime juice. It also seemed to have zero tequila as I felt zero buzz. I could have bought a lot of juice for $12. Could she have forgotten the tequila? So not a place I would order drinks. The quesabirria tacos were good enough but not good enough to want to order again. 3 small tacos with no side. Fish & chips were pretty good except for the brown fries that were not hot and crispy. If I go back, I will try a burger, but overall underwhelmed at everything. read more

Gov's Cantina is a great little spot tucked back into the corner of an unsuspecting shopping center, making it a bit of a hidden gem. The Bavarian pretzel bites were the perfect mix of chewy, salty, buttery, and warm. The Tarheel Burger was cooked a perfect medium rare (exactly as ordered!) and topped with a tasty helping of chili and an big ole flavorful onion ring. Even the texture of the bun was perfect. Gov's Cantina has a selection of local beers on tap, which added to the experience. And the covered outdoor seating is a plus for any weather. I'll definitely be back! read more

Delicious food super friendly service, and a doggy menu. Sitting outside in the cool breeze after a big old southern thunderstorm. What more could you ask for? read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - delicious turkey burger and fries, and a menu for the doggies as well! Could not be happier - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Great food right before a two week fast. I'm glad I chose the tacos. I could literally eat tacos every day. I got the elote, the carne asada and steak tacos. The carne asada was a little chewy but still good to me. The fries was decent, but not the best I've had. Their sauce choices were plentiful so I got the house. read more

First time at Gov's. It is small and we felt fortunate to be seated immediately inside since it was chilly outside. Waitress brought us water quickly and said she'd be back for our order. She never came back. Eventually another waitress took our order. We were two people seated at a table for four and the owner asked if we minded moving to a table for two that had opened up so he could seat a family of four. We did not mind moving at all. I'm glad they were trying to accommodate more people. Our food arrived and it was absolutely delicious. I ordered a chicken sandwich on gluten free bun and fries. Fries were so good. Husband loved his burger. Employees were all super friendly. We'll definitely be back. read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - Chicken sandwich on gluten free bun and fries - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Do you want a quality burger from a local business? Go here! Gov's Burger & Tap took over Al's spot and is doing a fantastic job with both service and food. I ordered a pink Bacon Cheddar burger with an egg along with some fries to share with friends. The food arrived to the table very quickly. My burger was so big that it was leaning to the side! It was packed full of flavor and juices. The fries were hot and crispy. I would come back again! read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - Bacon Cheddar burger with an egg. - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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This place is incredible! Everything is soooo incredible. The staff is great, and the food speaks for itself. The burgers are perfect, dogs to die for, the beer is crisp and cold, fries, dippin' sauces... it really doesn't get much better than this! If you're anywhere near the Chapel Hill area stop by. You won't be sorry! I don't have any good pics this time but this seemed appropriate! Im very excited about the Hotrods and Hamburgers events too. Thanks Gov's! read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - @Cooper the Keeshond, GypZ and not extra fries from Gov's, that's for sure! - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Gov's a must try if you love burgers! We ordered the Truffle Burger (+ fried egg), Bacon Cheddar Burger (+ FE), Roy Williams Burger, Truffle Aioli and Onion Hotdog, and large fries. We cut a little of each burger for each other to try and each one of us loved all of the burgers. They all have such different tastes, but it ends up melting in your mouth! I recommend the Truffle for a rich and savoury burger, Bacon Cheddar Burger for a fresher (healthier?) taste, and the Roy Williams for 'just the right amount of cheesy' taste! The hotdog was also a hit with all of us. I'm a huge fan of anything truffle, so it hit just right. Our server was nice as well. No complaints! Definitely my new go-to burger place in the triangle area! Food: 5/5 (size and quality) Service: 5/5 read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - Truffle Burger with a fried egg! Follow for more food: http://instagram.com/oh.noms - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Gov's Fusion Cantina - Tar Heel Burger. Coleslaw tobacco onions cheddar and Chili - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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We were happy to see that a new burger place moved into the empty Al's spot, and after eating here, we're thrilled! We called before heading over to place a to-go order, but weren't able to get anyone on the phone. However, just a minute later someone called us back! They let us know they are doing dine-in right now so we went for it. We ordered the Tarheel burger (chili, slaw, cheddar, and fried onions) and the burger of the week, the Reuben burger (pastrami, sauerkraut, swiss, and 1000 island dressing). Both were massive and delicious! The buns, which they order from a bakery in Pittsboro according to the menu, were soft and flavorful. Both burgers had heaps of toppings and cheese. I really hope they add the Reuben burger to the permanent menu because it was our favorite. We also ordered a large fry which was plenty for two people, with ranch and aioli dipping sauces. The fries were that nice dark Five Guys-style and had plenty of salt. The service was prompt and attentive and prices were competitive with the area (~$30 for two, with tip). They also seemed to have a nice, locally-focused beer menu so we might go for that next time. Overall, we'll definitely be back! Especially for that Reuben burger! read more

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My friend and I decided to try this spot after reading a Yelp review that said they had some of the best french fries. Small spot at the left end of the Food Lion shopping center with some patio seating. We were instantly greeted by Carmine, the owner, who is extremely friendly and welcoming. It was a beautiful day so we chose to sit at a table on the patio. They have a full bar, drink specials, a nice wine selection, and local beers on tap. We ordered the fried squash as a starter, it was a disappointment. The batter on the squash has a pancake-like consistency and it wasn't seasoned with any spices. The squash was served with a smoky bbq sauce. I would have preferred a panko or cornmeal breading on the squash, something lighter that would complement the squash. Better yet, replace this item with some fried pickles! My friend ordered the small Gov Salad topped with chicken and I had the same only topped with a burger. Both salads were thoroughly enjoyed. The burger was perfectly cooked and the juices soaked through the croutons; I didn't even need salad dressing! We also ordered a small order of fries (which was definitely enough for two to share). I liked the fact that you can select from several different dipping sauces in addition to the ketchup that was already on the table. We chose the Housemade Aoli that was seasoned with herbs. I really enjoyed the fries, they were nice and brown and crispy. My friend didn't really like the fries, but she prefers hers less crispy - to each his own I guess! I would definitely try Gov's again, maybe try one of the hot dogs on the menu! If you go, don't forget to say Hi to Carmine! read more

Good burgers, attentive staff. The pimento cheese board was excellent. Burger was cooked to order, and was seasoned well. Try the you might be a redneck burger, it was excellent! Will go again... read more

Trying too hard to do burgers, no wait .. pizza... nope.. sorry ... tacos? How about Greek, and Korean fusion... just kidding-- you get it. ; service is friendly but a caveat: it is hard to be authentic when playing around with too many cuisines. Do one thing , something that no one else features and do it really, I mean really well-- and you'll have a goldmine. read more

Yummy authentic Mexican food! Recent transplant from Texas. Would visit again in a heartbeat!

Service was good. Cheerful and attentive. The food was very pedestrian. We had the pretzels for an appetizer. Not very good. I had the chicken quesadilla. Again, not good. It was soggy and the chicken was sweetened. Cheese, jalapeños were nonexistent. Wife had a cheddar burger. It was very good aside from the cheese looking/tasting a lot like American slices. read more

When I first researched this place, it had a different name than it does now... maybe new management? Ambiance was odd on the patio... poor lighting and awkwardly quiet. The menu was a mix of bbq and Mexican, so we settled for BBQ. The food was alright. They specifically ask for temperature for your burger but fail to meet (I could hear the other table complaining, again, awkwardly quiet). Add two to the doneness, as it will come it lower than you ask. Overall, it was hard to enjoy while awkwardly being able to hear each crunch of a tortilla chip from the mouth of the man two tables over. read more

Loved gov burgers but love the changes here. Menu is great. Tacos Al pastor are so good. You still have all the burgers. Beer still solid. If you have not you should check this place out. read more

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Burger wasn't cooked to med rare, way overdone, fries were cold, milkshake came out after I'd finished eating the food, the 12yr olds working here just didn't gaf, slow inattentive service. Limited seating, sat down at an empty table and was quickly moved to a much smaller table right near the waitstaff door, too much foot traffic to other patrons while being ignored, the sweaty joggers huffing pass don't help either. Go elsewhere for an overpriced meal and 2/3rds full milkshake read more

Wonderful burger and fries washed down with best milkshakes in the area! Always friendly staff as well.

This place is amazing. I've been to many burger places and this place might just be my new favorite burger place. It was so hard to pick! I got the bacon cheddar burger. The burger was cooked perfectly! So juicy and seasoned to perfection! I will definitely be back. read more

Gov's Fusion Cantina - Bacon Cheddar Burger - Burgers Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

My and my three friends go to this place more than we go to our own houses. Every time the service is unremarkable. We are greeted with a welcoming smile every time. Even the countless number of times we have rudely walked in at 8:50 when they close at 9, they still serve us. Everyone is very pleasant, and the ambiance to the restaurant is calming. I highly recommend the Catina nachos, they are absolutely elite. From there you cannot go wrong. I know what to expect and it's what I get every time. Place is consistently great. read more

Great burgers and fabulous service. My waitress looks like Amy Winehouse sans makeup. She is a fun waitress at this cozy corner burger place. They're at the other end of Food Lion in Farrington. read more

Great service and amazing menu! The mix of burgers and tacos and salads are awesome and tasty