Burger was average. Waitress asked me how I wanted my burger and I said medium rare. Guess how it comes out? Well done. I hate ordering burgers a certain way for it to come out dry. I could have just went to jack in the box to get the same dry burger. read more

What can be appreciated is the speed of which we were sat. My wife, her family and I all came in to dine here and we were sat within 5 minutes. It is a quaint breakfast spot so I was excited to have found a new place to bring visitors. Unfortunately, we were not greeted until 15 minutes of us being seated. And the service stayed consistant throughout. The food was good.. typical of a classic diner. However, the speed of which we were checked on and given our bill was not ideal and we ended up being late for our later activities during the day. Overall, I am disappointed with this establishment as it started off promising. read more

I love fancy places, but there is definitely room for a nice neighborhood type of place where you could just stroll in, plop down, order and eat--love it! No dealing with crazy lines (not that it's not busy), definitely a haven away from the more popular (sometimes gimmicky) places. Hamburger Haven has been around since 1968. Actor and Comedian Robin Williams used to come here quite often. They have a framed photo of him there. (Plus I have seen him around here and in the Marina Greens when I was a child. He would go to the Exploratorium with his kids.) The restaurant closed its doors at the beginning of Covid. And many feared that the place won't come back. And after two years, HH reopened and now serving coffee and breakfasts again. read more

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I always wanted to visit Hamburger Haven since it is located right within Chinatown 2 (Clement street). I love the American breakfast and decided to stop by first thing on Sunday morning. Arrived at opening time, 7:40 A.M. and there were ample seats available so I chose to sit at the front counter at the very front so I could watch the cooks and preppers doing their thing. I perused the menu carefully and decided on what I normally eat 90% of the time in public restaurants: ham and cheese omelet, hash browns, sourdough toast and coffee with creamer and sweet N low. The food was prepared by the time I finished my restaurant's delicious coffee. All was as expected and just as outstanding. Mission accomplished. Can now mark my first visit to Hamburger Haven as completed. I will go back when I am again in the area where I buy my Chinese pastries and dim sum. read more

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What can I say. I have been coming here since I was 13 years old. I'm 64 now. The restaurant has been taken over by the previous owners's (retired) son. I was concerned this place was gonna disappear (such as all the the places I like), during the Covid pandemic. I think it was closed for 2 years. I began to be hopeful when I saw some remodeling being done. The place looks 99% like it always did. There is a God! The food is consistent. A couple of the cooking staff came back. One actually came up to me to say hello. "How are you and your family, he asks. I remember you sat in the back dinning area mostly." I'm a nobody, but I'm someone that he remembers. It is now 0745 am. I'm happy to have breakfast again at the Hamburger Haven" read more

Hamburger Haven - Country breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

We had a truly disappointing experience at this restaurant. Our server was unprofessional and overly opinionated from the start. The food arrived late, and two of the kids' meals came out only after everyone else had finished eating. When I raised the issue, the server shockingly responded that he "didn't care." Later, when I told him it was the first time a server had ever said that to me, he replied, "The way you came at me, you shouldn't expect better." Beyond the poor service, the food was underwhelming and the restaurant had an unpleasant smell throughout. Overall, it was one of the worst dining experiences we've had--unacceptable on every level. read more

Each day since Hamburger Haven's July 2022 Reopening proves it to be a neighborhood favorite with its customers seated at the counter, in the booths along the wall...or, at the larger tables in the backroom. We'll settle into our favored seats with each return to Hamburger Haven for good food. read more

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I ordered the 2 eggs breakfast with scrambled eggs and I got some bad eggs. The sausage and hash browns were ok. read more

Hamburger Haven - Bad eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

The most amazing onion rings, bar none. Excellent BLT. Bacon cooked extra crisp. Perfect. And very very good coleslaw. Fun atmosphere, and very helpful staff. read more

The biscuits and gravy are some of the best I've ever had. Wasn't watered down nor overly thick. Had the perfect consistency. Put some on your fork and flip it over. It will not fall. Sausage is super tasty. Bacon had the right amount of crisp and softness. Cool counter area if you want to come by yourself or bring a group and sit in the back area. read more

Hamburger Haven - Country Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Very good solid diner food, staff was very knowledgeable and nice when we asked about ingredients and making adjustments due to dietary restrictions read more

The hands-down best diner experience I've ever had. I like to sit at the counter to watch the cook work his magic. Corned beef hash with poached eggs and country fried potatoes can't be beat. I call this place "Hamburger Heaven" and have to remind myself to say "Haven" when telling friends about it! It's just like it was more than a decade ago, except for the prices. read more

An unassuming diner on the corner. Food was solid, vibes were immaculate, 9/10. I'll for sure be back for the weekday breakfast specials!

I remember this little jewel in the middle of San Francisco before Covid hit. Then we heard it closed. Hoping against hope that Hamburger Haven would rise again we waited. Traveling 75 miles to just sit in the once charming eatery was beyond the once anticipation of "once upon a time" with the margin of delight at reclaiming the past. Of course, we came when it was pouring rain. Running into the shop and looking down the once familiar foyer idea of two seats placements seem such a wonderful memory. The long awaited old fashioned seats and tables are gone. It's been upgraded a bit just a bitm It no longer boost the era of the late 40s. It's just a place to eat. No longer does it hold the charm it once had. The menu seems just the same. Yet, it's a sadden event now. The food is just that. Food. It holds no elegants or loved put into it. It's just a place to eat. read more

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Fantastic food, particularly for breakfast. Me and my son visit them regularly, as we enjoy the food, the ambience and world-class service.

So this place has been here since 1968 and has kept that sort of style with seats at the counter booths up front and a larger seating area in the back . Very charming atmosphere and excellent service. Light jazz in the background. Naturally the specialize in hamburgers but I opted for the omelette. Well made came with potatoes. I felt the prices were a bit high but it's hard to find an omelette for less than 16 bucks in the city . Also came with sourdough toast pretty standard but very good also I never see it very busy so it's a good place to chill . read more

They're back, and what a nice spot. I like the tiny two person booths. This place is so nostalgic. Robin Williams used to come here. Week day special is just $9.99 but weekend add $3.00 for 2 eggs, 2 pancakes 2 bacon or sausage. I got bacon and it was perfectly crisp and not greasy. The pancake was nice and spongy, but tell them to put butter on the side. Butter was drenching my pancakes. Sunny side eggs. No thrills but nicely done. They must have come 10 times to ask if we wanted refills. read more

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Hamburger Haven it is not!! I had a simple cheeseburger, very tasteless. Patty had absolutely no flavor and the fries were just as plain as can be. Drove by here many times and always wanted to try. First time and last time. The service was not there, not once did they come by to ask how I was or if I wanted anything. The ambience was ok, sticky floors? old diner style. read more

When you check-in and eat enough times here you too can become King! Going to miss this famous spot on Clement. Made some friends and became a fixture on Sunday mornings facing the grill. Thanks for all who said hello and shared some wonderful smiles and conversations. Looking forward to seeing you when we vacation back and visit. read more

Great place for breakfast. My food was cooked so well, just as I ordered it . Each piece of bacon was uniformly cooked to perfection. Not too floppy and not overly crisp. I asked for my scrambled eggs well done and they were also perfectly cooked. You like hash browns? They have hash browns browned on top (like the name) and nice and soft in the middle. Good coffee too. The reason this hit 5 stars was the outstanding service. Mr. Pink from Reservoir Dogs comes to mind when he stated that he wanted his coffee cup filled 6 times. My cup was never empty. They kept coming round to our table to make sure and when I say they, I mean 3 different people. Just outstanding- all were so nice. It is just a nice old style diner. Definitely give it a try. read more

Hamburger Haven - Cool stained glass window. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The food is absolutely incredible and the service is top tear. Everyone is so polite and welcoming. On top of all of that the atmosphere is so cute! read more

There's something comforting about a neighborhood diner/coffee shop that provides good decent food, clean facilities, attentive & gracious wait and kitchen staff, honest pricing and plays 1970s/1980s music in the background. You've got counter service, an open griddle, small booths for two, orange tiled walls and a cup o'joe always being filled. Came on a Wednesday and had their weekday special. Perfect eggs, fluffy pancakes and a snappy/juicy sausage links. Patrons all seem to be transported to a place and time of reassurance. read more

Hamburger Haven - Weekday special and a cup o'joe. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

We took a short detour from the Cross City Trail because we saw the word burger in the name. Oh man, my husband's burger was perfection from the way it was cooked down to the romaine lettuce on the side (super fresh and crisp). My chicken burger (grilled breast) was oh so delicious! The avo was fresh the bun was tasty as well. Fries and coleslaw also delish. The lack of view is made up for by the old school yet kept up (and spotless) interior. The service was super efficient. These people know what they're doing! read more

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I'm so glad my husband and I tried this place. We've lived in the neighborhood for a few years now, and always seem to pass by, but never got the chance to try it until today. It just looked so cute inside. So glad we finally came! It's an old-school diner spot. The booths are so cute - they are only small booths for 2 people each, and they have a large bar area for single diners. They also have a few 4-top tables in the back, but the cute retro area is really the main dining area, where you want to be. They have a good sized breakfast menu, with your egg favorites, pancakes, omelettes, and burgers. My husband and I were craving burgers, from the cute name of the restaurant Hamburger Haven (awww), so I got the regular burger with cheddar cheese and french fries. So good!!! Just your simple, easy burger, executed so well. Not fussy, just tasting great. The bread was thin but nicely toasted. My husband got the California burger, which came with bacon, avocado, and jack cheese - he enjoyed his burger too. Service was great, friendly, and fast. We were in and out pretty quickly, and the place was pretty quiet for a weekday lunch around 1pm. I can't want to return for their breakfast items!!! read more

Came here on Memorial Day on a whim because we saw that it reopened. Lot of bar seating & cute two-person booths. Quick casual service, perfectly toasted toast, buttery hash browns, dynamite BLT with perfect amount of Mayo, and highly recommend the Irish breakfast for the sausage. Definitely the go-to diner in the inner Richmond. read more

Hamburger Haven - BLT Sandwich Irish Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

They're back! Had a great omelette and will be grabbing a burger tomorrow. As of reopening (July 2022), they're open daily 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. Glad breakfast and lunch is covered. In the future I'll be hoping for evening hours to come back as well. Come on in and welcome them back with some of your business. We've all been waiting for this grand reopening, and it's been a long time coming. Hamburger Haven, we've missed you! read more

Hamburger Haven - This beautiful place is cleaned, freshened up and in tip-top shape, waiting for you to take a seat at the lunch counter. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Oh how I missed dining here! So happy Hamburger Haven is back open for dine-in! I like how they did a bit of renovation to the place while they were closed. Thank goodness they still kept the business. Gone is the outdated and icky looking carpet and they re-did the upholstery in the back room. Although I had wanted to sit at the counter at my usual old spot it felt way too tight to sit there comfortably (dang you pandemic pounds) so I mosied on over to a small table near the window in the back room. I was comfy now. The prices on the menu have gone up, but they still make a good solid breakfast with no frills. I love it here. Always will. read more

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Long overdue! My cousin was in town from Los Angeles and we met for breakfast. As she was staying by USF and i coming from home, this was perfect location. I love this family run business and the service, food was great and felt like comfort food! This location reminds me of the 69's! Support small businesses! read more

Great food! Quiet atmosphere! Excellent service! Definitely recommended! Would go back!

Service was friendly and efficient. So glad this place is still around. Now open longer hours since re-opening post-pandemic. My local spot for burgers now in the Inner Richmond District. This California burger hit the spot and it was done just the way I like it. Medium and juicy! These old school diners are so comforting. Feels like home. read more

Hamburger Haven - Hamburger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here last week ... it was my first time back since 2003 ... 20 years later it's still bomb ! Great greasy spoon vibes .. read more

Hamburger Haven - The counter spots - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

It's a relief when a small, neighborhood fixture survives the pandemic. I'm glad Hamburger Haven is one of them. It's remodeled, so it still maintains it no frills diner feel without it being actually dirty and sticky. Burger was solid. Coffee, fresh. They also take credit card now, so that's a nice update for those of us who don't carry around cash anymore. read more

Hamburger Haven - California burger with fries, and a coffee. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

pretty good burger just a little slow on the service if you want a burger and a nice place to eat it i'd eat here

Welcome back! It's Monday 07/11/2022 and just had the one of the best burgers (a tad overcooked from medium but still juicy and messy) I've had in awhile for my lunch. But had to wait 45 minutes to get it into my mouth during this soft opening. The soft sweet roll with all the fixings just dripping all over my polo shirt, devouring it and the fries down Geary Blvd back to Civic Center. Although the closure was pandemic driven, I'm happy this iconic local business has reopened! Give the staff a welcome back and be patient (seriously)! It's going to get very busy especially this weekend and Outside Lands just around the corner. read more

Hamburger Haven - Hello, Richmond District! Guess what? - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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They are now open for dinner on Saturday and Sunday night with everything from their regular menu, plus a steak or salmon entree with salad option both of which are tasty and a value choice. read more

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Super fast service. I had the corned beef hash which was great! Would definitely come back!

I like this place. Cosy, small two person booths on the right and a barstool area on the left for individual diners. I was acknowledged right when I walked in and the waitress promptly came up and offered me a cup of coffee. I saw some bigger tables further inside the diner as well but did not venture any further. I had the country breakfast while my friend got a California burger. We both enjoyed our meal and left satisfied. Quick in and out in about 45 minutes! Friendly service and quick food +2 Atmosphere and cleanliness +2 I'll be back if I'm in the area. read more

Hamburger Haven - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Just ate lunch at Hamburger Haven. I previously ordered a take out and that was excellent. Couldn't decide if i should have breakfast or grilled cheese. Grill cheese and onion rings hit the spot. Will be back soon. Super nice staff. Coffee was good too. read more

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Straightforward breakfast food that is consistently delicious with great service from Rooz and family. read more

Hamburger Haven - Weekday Breakfast Special - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

One of our favorite places. Friendly staff. Food is no fuss and delicious. Would definitely recommend, especially for breakfast.