I don't know where the juiciness ends and the greasiness begins and guess what? I don't care! We ordered the Wisconsin (add butter, well yeah ok!) and Oklahoma burgers, doubles, and eased into a burger coma with sublimely delicious onion rings. And HP sauce? Where have you been since I lived in PA three states ago? Epic Come here. We got takeaway and it was beautiful. Friendly staff, highly recommend, open later. read more

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Was craving smashburgers and stopped by this spot. It's small and cozy with some bar seating. Regular: We got the regular smashburger and it was honestly pretty decent. Nothing too special but the green sauce they leave out at the seating really helps with cutting the fat. Wisconsin: Similar to the regular but with butter. Honestly was too greasy for me and it was a little sweet? Western: This was my personal favorite. Nice and hearty and the fixings were yummy. I wish the fried onion was a little crispier to provide some more texture. Loaded Fries: A riff on animal style fries from in n out. They're a bit saucier bc of the cheese sauce. I think the onions could be a little more caramelized. Fries: Regular standard fries. Crispy and a classic. Overall, not a bad spot but nothing amazing in all honesty. I'd come back if i'm in the area craving a smashburger but wouldn't go out of my way. Pricing on a double is confusing and inconsistent; choosing a double at the top might be pricier than just adding an extra patty in the add ons section or vice versa. read more

Hamburger Project - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

Very underwhelming burger and so overpriced. Will not be back unfortunately. The fact that I have to pay $2 extra for tomato and lettuce on my tiny burger that already costs so much? No thanks. Also very misleading pricing - their website says extra sides of patties are 2.25 each and online ordering they're 3.50 each. 3 stars because the guy working was friendly and nice and the burger was ready very quickly. read more

Hamburger Project - Added Jalapeños for $1 extra - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is a pretty no frills burger joint with decent prices. I had a single patty smash cheese burger and fries. The burger was hella solid. I also loved the house hot sauce on both the fries and burger. read more

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I was passing by Hamburger Project and luckily parked right in front. So I made a point of waiting in line. Order at the kiosk and wait for your number to be called. The smash burger was aright, nothing out of the ordinary. The double classic $10.89 was kind of small. The fries $4 were crispy. The food comes out fairly quick with only 3 guys working the line. Bar seating only, not good for big groups. Street parking read more

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This place is a hit!! Great location, good vibes, and amazing food!! I will happily go back anytime! read more

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If you can get past the drama with the owner, this has got to be one of the best burgers you can get in the area. I'm obsessed with the butter burger, super umami and perfectly warm and gooey. There's just one cashier and diner style seating. It's fast casual ambiance with a clean chic atmosphere. I'd come here for a meal before a show at the independent, absolutely stellar date night material. Can't wait to come back and sit in for their cheese fries. read more

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Quick and yummy! We were looking for something nearby the square, and stumbled upon this spot. The burgers were basic, but still good! I added jalapeños to mine and it was a good kick. Workers are friendly and we hardly waited to get our food. It's just a bar facing the kitchen, so there's not a ton of seats. But it seems people just eat and go. read more

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Yeah this is a great go-to burger joint. Good price, interesting burgers without it getting too crazy. The peppers and onions in the Oklahoma burger were awesomeee, usually I don't like peppers but they did it right. Fries were chill, could've had a more fun seasoning but guess that means I need to try the loaded fries! read more

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This place has been on my list for a few months when Epik High filmed a food vlog here. My partner and I came here for lunch during happy hour so we tried one of their happy hour special and then ordered a Wisconsin burger. For the happy hour special, we added another patty to make it a double double. I will say I might've enjoyed it better if it was hotter. Its weird because we see them cook everything in front of us so not sure why the burger taste lukewarm lol. The yuzu bottle sauce the employee told us to use honestly made the burger have more of a speciality. The fries weren't anything special but super crispy. Parking is mainly street parking so it can get busy on weekends! read more

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The Smashburger I had was delicious. Next time I'm in the neighborhood I will definitely go there again.

Small little spot but food comes out quickly. The flavors are great. The staff are very friendly and goofy! I do wish they had sauces like ketchup or bbq available. They give you ketchup packets but 3 for 2 burgers and a side of fries isn't enough. It's also hard to eat as there's no where to put the ketchup if you're eating fries. They do have this yuzu sauce on the counter but I didn't really think it paired with this style of burger. I wish they were more generous with the bbq on the western burger as I think that is what partially makes the burger! I would definitely come back but get it as togo so I can bring it home and enjoy more sauce and have a plate to put the items on. read more

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The burgers here are really good! I got the single classic burger and my husband got the Oklahoma burger! Both were delicious and the patties were seasoned really well. We also ordered onion rings which were tasty and not overly bready, and the fries kind of tasted like McDonald's fries (in the best way possible!). I'd probably get the classic double burger next time since I was still a little hungry afterwards. The restaurant had a divey and intimate feel which I really liked. It adds to the charm and makes it a cozy spot to enjoy a great burger! read more

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Nice spot for a quick smashburger fix on divis. Counter seating for ~8, quick service! - Western bacon cheeseburger: delicious, was a fan of the bbq sauce and onion rings in it - Wisconsin burger: simple cheeseburger with melty sweet caramelized onions! - Loaded fries: the house sauce was great - nice tartness. fries itself were a bit soggy even without the toppings read more

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Super solid smashburger on the trendy Divisadero Street. The menu is simple, the service is fast, the flavor is great. The burger was everything we expected and scratched that smashburger itch we've been having! Dining room is limited so it may be better for a to-go order than dine-in. read more

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Took Uber to the Hamburger Project Friday 4/24 at lunchtime (12:45). It was closed. Disappointed. Walked up the street to Bandi and had a great burger. read more

Best smashburger in the city. Put that brown sauce on everything and be nice to the guys! They are great.

This was so incredibly mid I rather have McDonald's than this. How does one manage to create the most bland hamburger possible. The patty had no salt whatsoever and the hamburgers were both so flat. Fries tasted stale. Presentation was bad and service was nonexistent. read more

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A place I pass by regularly and the simplicity of the store front really appealed to my hole in the wall predilection. Order at the front, and sit at the food bar where you can mostly watch your food being made. My kind of place. FOOD: Classic. Double. Just wanted to try their tried and true which was a good burger, but honestly a bit underwhelming. Solid patty with American cheese is the way to go, but I personally wanted more sauce. They really tried to let the meat shine here, but it's not AMAZING meat, but overall solid. Their hot sauce was a solid, tangy, mildly spicy sauce. Oklahoma. A similar burger to the original but the sweet onions and peppers are the big component here. They are incredibly sweet and take a lot of the show, which I wasn't sure how I felt about it. I'd say it was just okay. Seasoned fries. Solid thin fries that go well with ketchup and are a good accompaniment to a nice heavy burger. Overall, solid. For the price, decent. As far as smashed burgers go, I want a bit more smashed and a bit crispier, but that's my own preference. There are better places in the city, but those are more expensive. read more

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This is a small restaurant with a few seats in the front with a clear view of the grill and all the workers making the food. I heard that this place was known for it smash burgers and we were definitely craving one. We each got a different Smashburger and a order of fries to share. We're able to see the cook smashed the burger in front of us and the aroma from the smoke made us excited to try it. It was better than expected. The food melted in her mouth and the fries were super crispy. The sauce that they used was also amazing. Highly recommend! read more

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pretty standard smashburger, no complaints would be down to get again. got takeout and service was prompt and nice. hard to believe there was social media drama over this. read more

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Not the best smash burger the city has to offer, but a very very solid one. The wisconsin is your classic cheeseburger vibe, and that one was my favourite. The oklahoma is a lot sweeter with the addition of roasted peppers, which were cooked well but not my preferred topping in a burger. read more

Hamburger Project - The wisconsin (double) - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Super solid smash burger spot only that actually has some inventive takes on the classic (which they have and is seasoned just right) like the Oklahoma (the combination of sweet onions and peppers is so good!) and the Wisconsin (who would think to put whipped butter as a condiment but yum!). The HP sauce that they use on most of their burgers is so flavorful and the accompanying sides like their fries and onion rings are all fried to crispy perfection. Service is prompt but friendly and the ambiance is diner style with basic counter seating only so good to pop in for a quick bite or take to go to any of the number of parks nearby. read more

A simple but dang good smash burger spot opened by the Ju-Ni team. We got our burgers to go because it's a quite small spot with bar seating only. We got the classic and the Wisconsin. Both were very tasty and flavorful. Next time we'd probably make it a double since the patty is on the thinner side, feel like we didn't get enough protein. The patty is smashed to perfection with slightly crispy and burnt ends. I felt the charge for a can of Coke was excessive though ($3.50) yikes. But dang, can't have a smash burger without washing it down with Coke. read more

Hamburger Project - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

Best hamburger in the city!! Thanks for always being so quick to serve. I always make it a point to stop by when in the area. read more

Hamburger Project - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

Average smash burger place. Came at noon on a Sunday with little wait to order, but no seating inside. Bar seating for about 10 people facing the kitchen area, but luckily live close by to easily take home. Ordered the double Wisconsin and fries. A bit more heavy and oily than a normal smash burger due to the whipped burger, will try just the classic next time. The bread got super flat as we ate the burger which was disappointing. Fried were delicious! Overall good, affordable place for a meal, but nothing to write home about. I prefer Maillard's! read more

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So bomb. I came here after watching Epik High's burger tour vlog through SF. They said this place was really good so I came and ordered the single western burger (Beef Patty, Bacon, Onion Rings, American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Garlicky BBQ Sauce). $15 after tax. I ordered it to-go and they made my burger in 3 minutes! They saw me eyeing their special yuzu hot sauce and they offered me a little container of it along with extra HP sauce. Great service and even better food. I was just going to take a bite to taste it before I started driving but it was so good that I took another... and then another.. until I finished the whole thing in just minutes. The burger on its own was great. Onion ring inside was crispy. Beef was fatty. It was solid. I tried it with the HP sauce and it was even better. But then I tried it with their yuzu hot sauce and that was amazzzing. The bright, fresh acidity paired so well with the burger and helped cut through the fattiness. I loved it. read more

I recommend trying this place if you're looking for a good burger/smash burger place in San Francisco. I thought everything was well executed. The overall taste was good, well balanced, not super oily. The burger was stacked and wrapped excellently, so that the burger wouldn't fall apart when eating. The fries were very crispy, and dry, which I prefer. And the, pricing and portion size is fair. The service and ambiance were as expected. I recommend ignoreling the low ratings and try it for yourself before making your decision on this place. read more

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Came here for a quick stop after a hospital trip! Good: - The Wisconsin burger was so good - I loved how it was so sweet and it had the sweet butter and onions inside - it was so greasy and oily but so good - The food came out quickly! - Price was good for the value - Fast efficient service, not too packed Bad: - The place has limited seating and it's a bit cramped, a little janky overall Overall this was a very affordable burger place, might have hurt my overall health but worth it. read more

Butter on a burger? Uhhh, that sounds like a terrible idea. I'll take two heart stoppers, please! There's no shortage of solid burgers in the city...from cheap to bougie and everything in between. So if you're going to open a new burger shop, you gotta bring it. And, Hamburger Project is doing just that with their Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger and Wisconsin Butter Burger! And, a side of caviar for the ballers. The owners of jū-ni and Handroll Project has transformed their former yakitori bar to hottest new burger spot in the city: Hamburger Project (grand opening tomorrow). Open for takeout and limited indoor dine-in. No outdoor seating. M E N U - Three smash burgers: Classic w/ cheese, Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger, and Wisconsin Butter Burger. Single 2 oz patty burgers start at $6.89 and doubles start at $8.89. - Sides: Fries, loaded fries, and tsar nicoulai caviar. - Drinks: Canned sodas and milkshakes. Free self-serve water. F O O D * Wisconsin Butter Burger: Beef patty, american cheese, sautéed onions, hp sauce, whipped butter (Single-$9.49): https://tinyurl.com/mtapaxja Originating in the 1930s at two Wisconsin burger joints (Solly's and Kroll's), a butter burger is a beef patty topped with butter. Sounds ridic but HP manages to do it without making you feel like you're going into cardiac arrest. The juicy beef patty is crowned with melty cheese and topped with a whipped butter cradled in-between a pillowy soft martin's potato bun, smear of hp sauce (kewpie based), and sweet sautéed onions. The butter effortlessly melts into the beefy cheesy goodness creating a indulgent buttery bite. Their housemade yuzu tabasco sauce used at their sister restos provided that punchy, citrusy heat to contrast the richness. * Oklahoma Burger: Beef patty, american cheese, sweet onions, hp sauce, peppadew peppers (Single-$9.49): https://tinyurl.com/4xh9s9ah Created during the Great Depression to extend the beef supply, a pile of thinly sliced onions top the beef patty before being pressed. Not only does the smash patty have the signature lacy caramelized edges but the onions frying in the beef drippings create a juicer burger with a different texture and kiss of sweetness. HP's twist with the addition of tangy sweet peppadew peppers to cut through the richness. * Classic Burger: Beef patty, american cheese, diced white onions, hp sauce, pickles (Double-$8.89 x2) Ordered this as takeout for a friend and they really enjoyed it...even after 20 minutes in the car. * Fries ($4) Hot and crunchy shoestring fries sprinkled with lawry's seasoned salt. S E R V I C E Friendly and prompt service from owners and staff at opening time (expect a line). A M B I A N C E Casual, limited bar seating for about 10. Unfortunately, it may be hard to get a seat during prime hours but they will be expanding their dining area to the laundromat next door soon. P A R K I N G Challenging street parking during peak hours. Overall, Hamburger Project is bringing something new and delicious to the city with their take on the Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger and Wisconsin Butter Burger. IMO, the butter burger was the absolute standout esp drizzled with the yuzu tabasco. Where else can you get a unique combo like that? read more

Hamburger Project - The BOMB Wisconsin Butter Burger (Single-$9.49)! Drizzle the yuzu tabasco sauce for a burst of citrusy heat. - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Solid burger! Fries were crispy, but I just wish they were more salted. Very fast service, and interior is what you would expect a classic burger joint to look like with some seating. What makes this spot even better is their prices! If I am not mistaken my classic single smash burger was around $7, and the fries were $4 equaling to $11 ish dollars for a combo. Other places have a burger combo with fries for usually $17 and up, so this was a pleasant surprise for sure. Overall, not the most amazing burger I've ever had but it still tasted good and was more than decently priced! Give it a shot if you're in the area and craving a burger!!! read more

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Hot and new place on Divisidero! This is the kind of spot that gets me excited--simple menu, reasonable prices, and an obsession with doing it right. Word is definitely spreading, so act fast if you want to beat the crowds! I arrived about 15 minutes before opening, and there was no line. I wandered over to the little market across the street, and when I came back, I was already eighth in line. I snagged what I think was the last seat at the counter, and I felt like I hit the jackpot. The menu keeps it straightforward: about three burger options, customizable as singles or doubles. I went with a single Oklahoma-style burger ($9.50) and fries ($4). To save a little cash, I skipped the $3.50 Diet Coke and stuck with water. The hype is 100% real--the hot sauce is a dream. Not too spicy, just the right amount of kick and a tangy vinegar finish that makes everything sing. I'm already plotting my return to try the other burger styles. Pro tip: show up at 11:45 am and hold tight for their noon opening, or you might end up taking it to go. This place is a gem and well worth the wait! read more

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3.7 for my first visit I really wanted to love Hamburger Project, but I think there is some work they need to do to finesse their offerings and overall experience It is small shop and it looked like the kitchen was busy and speedy cooking up all the burgers. Inside there are a few counter seats (looked like ~8 total?) and other than that, you bet you'll be taking your burger to go - good thing Alamo Square is just a block away so why not enjoy your burger with the iconic Painted Ladies (if you go during the day ofc!) or back home in your lovely dining room We went there on a monday evening around 7 pm and there was a short but very slow moving line. We waited in line for ~10 mins and ended up ordering on my phone (order link is on their website) via Toast and my order was ready in 5 mins (incredible! i got my order before the party that stood in front of us in line) The burgers were fine, I think they do deserve us eating in and fresh to better assess. I didn't love the bun because it felt very....fast food...the patty has onions in it which was fun and delicious. Cheese was melted beautifully. Sauce reminded me of in-n-out's spread. For the regular burger, you'll get chopped onions and pickles. Btw - you can get onions, pickles, and sauce, all on the side instead of in. Next time, I'll probably get double patties because one was too thin and my burger looked sad overall! As for fries...they got pretty soggy when we ate them ~15 mins after we got our order. However, looking at pics others posted here on Yelp, everyone's fries looked similar. I'm wondering if they taste a little bit soggy because they're made with real potatoes, but also these fries tasted a little bit under fried - think they could do one more round in the fryer. Overall, the fries seasoning was delicious, but texture wise, tasted like the fries had been sitting there waiting to be served for a very long time I didn't get to try the yuzu kosho sauce because we didn't get to eat in, so hoping to have that next time! read more

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This place just opened. It shares the same DNA as Juni--a high-end sushi spot nearby--and Handroll Project in the Mission. This time, though, they've perfected a humble, nostalgic burger that harks back to the ones that have captured American hearts and appetites for generations. There is no shortage of burger spots in SF. Most of them make decent burgers, but Hamburger Project put their tilt on it. The menu keeps it simple: just 3 burgers. There's the American Style, a classic with diced raw onion and pickles. Then there's the Oklahoma Style, which I ordered. It's topped with paper-thin sliced, steamed onions--not grilled and caramelized, not raw, but steamed--giving it a unique, mildly sweet onion-y flavor. There's also a little kick from pickled sweet peppers. The Oklahoma could be your new go-to if you're someone who always says "no raw onion." Finally, there's the Wisconsin, which features whipped butter. Another refreshing thing? These burgers won't defeat you. I ordered a single patty, and it was satisfying without leaving me feeling gross afterward. If you're hungrier, go for the double. What I like most is that they're not overcomplicating things. Some burger spots go for the "holy shit" Instagram factor--piling on so many toppings you can't even take a bite. Others are all about sourcing the finest ingredients, like top-tier wagyu and whatnot. Here it's about the cooking technique. The smash patty is perfectly charred on the griddle, the onions are cooked just right, the cheese is melted to perfection, and the sauce is applied sparingly but effectively. It's Michellen chefs cooking simple comfort food. Even the bun is unpretentious. It's not some artisanal bakery find--it's the soft, squishy kind of bun you know and love. Only a few counter seats inside, so don't come here with more than a group of 3. Or get those burgers to go. It's well-priced, open until midnight, and definitely a welcome addition to Divis. Special mention to the hot sauce, which tasted like it had a hint of yuzu in it. Oh, and you can order caviar with your burger. Would it even be a San Francisco joint without a bougie add-on? read more

Hamburger Project - Oklahoma burger - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

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It's a really good burger and fries are solid. I got the classic single patty and fries and it was about $11. I think if I came here again I'd get a double patty. Since they're open til midnight I'd see myself coming here for a late night snack as opposed to a full meal, but I'd also try the other burger options. Came here on a Sunday at 5 and there was no wait. They only have counter seating so I wouldn't recommend dining in here as a party larger than 2. Food comes out really fast. read more

Hamburger Project - Classic hamburger and fries - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This was a realllllllllly good smash burger. Don't be deceived by the pics as imo smash burgers aren't the most photogenic burger! Love the location on divisadero but the interior is small so we took to go (not a bad option since burgers are perfect to go food). We got 2 Wisconsin burger (the whipped butter and sautéed onion?! Yummm) DEFINITELY GET A DOUBLE!! The single is too small! Fries were delicious as well Expect a line for sure! Apparently they have a line before open. We got lucky and came in a crazy rain storm so there was barely a wait but that is not the norm. Definitely will go back! read more

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This is one of the best smash burger restaurants Ive ever tried Had two of the burgers off the menu The butter one good gosh Loved the fries Quick and easy service read more

I trust the two kings smashing burgers behind the bar. Fries were honestly nothing to call home about but the burger definitely was. Got lost in the sauce (the homemade sauce, that is). Music was good. Kindest burger kings I've ever met. read more

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PERFECT ONION RINGS. Burgers are delicious and the line moves fast. Highly recommend. read more

In the world of smash burgers we really didn't need another joint. It's fine the food is fine. The Oklahoma isn't to my liking here (I do like it other places) and the cheeseburger is just a cheeseburger. I think they used to do something silly like charge you 50 bucks for caviar on top of the burger but I didn't see it on the posted menu when I went in. So ya there you go a single pattie burger for 10+ bucks. Don't think I'll go back, don't think you should go. read more