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    3.6 (420 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers
    Open 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Good for kids

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    Takumi A.

    A rotating open-flame grill, a thicker real beef patty, and one of the most interesting burgers in Marin County. In a Bay Area scene dominated by flat-tops and smashburgers, Hamburgers in Sausalito is one of the few places built around a piece of equipment you almost never see anymore: A rotating open-flame grill - gas-fired, true flame contact, and absolutely not a gimmick. This grill isn't decoration. It's the core technology that defines how this burger tastes. THE GRILL - Why the rotating design actually matters Most "charbroiled" burgers today touch no real flame. This one does. And the rotating carousel grill changes the cooking physics in four major ways: 1. Even heat exposure The patty circulates through different temperature zones, preventing hot-spot burning and creating a thin, consistent crust. 2. Natural self-basting Rotation redistributes juices instead of losing them to one side. The result: moist but not greasy. 3. Clean flame char Edges pass the flame line for milliseconds at a time bright, clean smokiness, not bitterness. 4. High-output speed Multiple patties cook simultaneously. This is why the line looks long but moves fast. For Sausalito, that's rare. This grill is one of the last of its kind in the Bay Area. THE PATTY - Thicker than expected, cooked to your spec This is not a thin patty. This is a classic American grind with enough structure and fat that the cook actually asks: "How would you like it done?" That tells you everything about the raw material. I went with their recommended doneness. The texture reminded me of an Irish pub burger - the kind with enough heft to stand upright, juicy in the center, but not so rare that it feels risky. Hamburgers doesn't serve it that rare, but the spirit is similar: * dense, structured beef * a tender center instead of a grainy one * a fire-formed crust instead of a greasy sear For a tiny counter shop, the quality is shockingly high. THE PINEAPPLE - This is the upgrade. Pay the extra. This isn't optional. Here's why the grilled pineapple works (and this is flavor science, not opinion): 1. Maillard + caramelization = deeper browning Beef gives you Maillard. Pineapple gives you caramelized sugars. Together a far richer crust profile. 2. Natural acidity cuts fat Prevents palate fatigue and resets the flavor every bite. 3. Fruit esters lift the entire burger Grilled pineapple retains volatile aromatics that slice through smoke and beef. This is the same reason a pastor taco absolutely needs that one slice of pineapple. It unlocks everything. Once you eat the pineapple version, the regular cheeseburger feels incomplete. SERVICE & THROUGHPUT - Friendly, efficient, unexpectedly fast Despite the line outside, the wait is much shorter than it looks. The rotating grill acts like a production line: * predictable heat * steady rhythm * no dead zones on the grate * multiple patties cooking at once The staff is warm, human, and incredibly efficient. They run an entire burger operation in a space the size of a walk-in closet and still manage to smile at customers. That alone is worth acknowledging in Sausalito. If you're searching for: * best burgers in Sausalito * Bay Area open-flame burgers * charbroiled burger near San Francisco * Marin County burger spots * rotating grill burger * Sausalito fast casual lunch * old-school fire-grilled burgers Hamburgers is absolutely worth the stop. A real flame. A real patty. A shockingly effective grill. And a slice of grilled pineapple that changes the entire architecture of the burger. 4 stars - earned by fire, not marketing. - Dr. C Only writing for what truly earns the stars.

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    Christine C.

    Roaming around Sausalito- needing lunch that wouldn't break the bank before Muir Woods and found this place. Steady busy but the 2 ladies behind the counter were taking orders, cooking, prepping, and taking payments were on it! Place is small with a few tables in the back- park across the street served nicely for a burger lunch by the water. Burgers tasted like backyard burgers. Delicious! The fries were fresh. Did not order the burritos but they looked huge! Nice place for a family friendly stop! Thank you!

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    Alex Z.

    As you walk by, your eyes will inevitably catch on the rotating grill where the burger patties are being cooked. However, that's where the novelty ends as the food itself is pedestrian and unremarkable. A solid burger cooked to medium, topped with standard veggies like lettuce and tomato, if you're looking for a quick bite not a bad option. Do note their burgers are on the pricier side, $13 for a regular sized burger that's only marginally better than would you'd find at any other fast food chain. It may be a better option to just go to one of the various seaside restaurants to get better food with a view.

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    Anna H.

    The patty was thick and just the right amount of juicy. It wasn't a particularly memorable burger but it was still yummy. Fries were the perfect fluffy potato-y texture that was still crispy on the outside, although they honestly just tasted like Ore Ida crinkle cut fries to me.

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    Heidi J.

    Best place to get a burger! This was our first time visiting Sausalito and we happened to walk by while looking for a place to eat. It is so cool to see the grill by the window with your burger cooking. My husband and I got a Hawaiian burger, Cheeseburger, and shared a fry. Both burgers were AMAZING!! The burgers had great flavor and the fries were crisped to perfection! I liked that the they use very fresh ingredients and that it is not greasy. I am very picky about hamburgers so for me to eat the whole burger says a lot! I am glad that my husband and I stopped in for lunch! Highly recommend this place for a great burger!

    Ricca Cathrina E.

    Had a quick bite in the middle of shopping and we enjoyed the burger we ordered and tried. The fries is divine service was fast servers were truly nice and friendly and place was clean and old school.

    Daniel M.

    These burgers are one of the largest burgers I've ever eaten! Very flavorful burgers too and delicious. The space inside is very small, so not ideal to dine in. Yet I did dine in. It was fine. The service was great. The vibe awesome there. Awesome burgers

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    Jose H.

    Attention is very good, while the location is narrow with few seats and tables. If the party is greater than two I recommend taking the order carry out and seat in one of Sausalito amazing views of the SF bay and the Pacific Ocean. The hamburgers and fries were amazing, although I would use a softer bun.

    Jordan D.

    I usually don't buy food from this place because it's so expensive, however their burgers are very big size so if you have a friend to share you will be ok. we ordered 3 burgers and 1 fries and it came to $60 something, crazy bay area price :(

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    please please please do delivery. I'm a local and would order all the time. great burgers, great fries.

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    Really good hot dogs and burgers! Limited seating so be prepared to stand and eat. It's more of a self serve place but the staff is polite

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    Pricey but at least I got my money's worth. If you pace yourself you can make it two meals with one of these things. Pretty tasty, too.

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    Yummiest burgers ever! Reminded me of a place I frequented as a child growing yo in NY!

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    Loved everything but the price honestly- it's a bit expensive but the food is tasty so.. fair…read moreenough lol. Eating on patio is super lovely on a nice day, counter ordering was fast, and staff friendly. Got both flavors of chowder ($12/bowl) and would recommend the white especially for the nuanced taste- herby, creamy? Couldn't place what was different but wasn't your average chowder! For the cod ($24), fish was very tender and came with a hearty helping of potato wedges.

    So good we came back twice over Mother's Day weekend…read more On Friday the wait was 15 minutes, and the food came out quickly. We were hungry and in a rush to get to our boat rental and didn't even notice the specials. We got the red chowder, white chowder, soft shell bao tacos, fish tacos, pasta con vongole, and Louie salad for a group of 5. We took everything to go and had it on the boat. Everything was great especially the white chowder, fish tacos, and soft shell crab bao tacos, except the pasta con vongole was too salty. After looking at the pictures we decided we have to come back on Saturday. On Saturday the wait was 50 minutes, and the line went all the way around the fence. So many of the specials including the whole fish, which we went back for, got taken off of the list while we were waiting...tragic. If you're going on the weekend beware!! We ate in at the restaurant this time as we didn't have a reservation to get to. The outside was pretty hot and there's some seating inside and also in an adjacent room that nobody seemed to notice. We were still able to get 2 specials: rockfish ceviche and dumplings. The dumplings were so good - their homemade chili sauce is sweet and a mild spicy that builds. Rockfish was a bit lime-y, but a delicacy nonetheless. I would definitely come back on a weekday to enjoy the specials again!

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    4.4
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    Avatar's Restaurant in Sausalito is a refreshing, healthy stop right off the highway with simple,…read moreflavorful food that leaves you feeling good, not heavy. We had the dal, chapathi, and jerk chicken salad, all of which were tasty, well-seasoned, and satisfying without being overdone. What really stood out was the owner, who is a consummate host. He made us feel incredibly welcome and genuinely engaged with everyone in the restaurant--it honestly felt like he was making friends with every table. Great spot for clean, comforting food and a warm, personal dining experience.

    I have been coming here since I was a kid. For over 30 years anytime I'm close by - I come to…read moreAvatar's. The food is amazing - I have never had anything less than great. An amazing mix of flavors and cuisine that is always top notch. It's always at the top of my suggestion list to folks visiting - great stop if visiting Marin for an afternoon. And should be on everyone's list in Sausalito. Ashook and Kala have treated us with so much love over the years - the service and experience is just as good as the food. Today I got to bring my 3 year old for the first time. Ashook set up an amazing and age appropriate lunch for her and she declared that the special dessert is the "best dessert ever". I wish I lived closer it's one of those places you could go every week. Just the best.

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    3.5
    (1.8k reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    This is a classic spot in Tiburon with a beautiful outdoor view of the water and SF skyline. It…read moreshould come to no surprise that lunch time gets slammed when it's beautiful and sunny out. I scratched my head about the low rating on Yelp at first, but everything clicked when I saw the prices. It's marked up, for sure, and you're paying for maritime backdrop. Service is fast and they're used to turning things around quick. Food is all right but doesn't live up to its price. I love the vibes here and it's a great place for a drink when fog and clouds don't fully consume the weather.

    So, the restaurant has an outdoor seating area with a bunch of umbrellas and there's an indoor area…read morewhere hardly anyone was sitting. We walked up to the hostess and she asked us if we wanted to sit in the shade with an umbrella or if we would be fine without an umbrella. We told her that we preferred to sit under the shade and she told us the wait would be about 30 min or less but "probably less". So we wait, and after about 35 min, my dad goes to ask and the hostess says it'll be another 15. We keep an eye on the line and I see a party of 4 walk up talk to the hostess and then they get seated inside. The hostess never told us that indoor seating was an option. My mom, goes over to talk to them and they get us a table inside except we wait another 5 min before a server comes to us. We also had to ask someone if they knew who our server was because no one was around. The sever came over and told us that no one had informed her that she was assigned to this table and that was why we had to wait..... If this sounds like a quality restaurant to attend you're HIGHLY mistaken. If I could give this service 0 stars it would achieve such. Absolutely pitiful. "West coast service" still has yet to touch the southern hospitality we live in.

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    Indoor dinning area.  When the weather is good and there is room, almost everyone sits outside.
    Indoor dinning area. When the weather is good and there is room, almost everyone sits outside.
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    Does get quiet in the evenings. This place would be bustling on a weekend afternoon with a long wait

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    Does get quiet in the evenings. This place would be bustling on a weekend afternoon with a long wait
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    Salito's Crab House & Prime Rib

    3.5
    (1.8k reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Really nice spot my family and I got to enjoy today. Service was very good for us for a Friday…read morelunch . We enjoyed some chowder in a delicious bread bowl a filet mignon and fries and cioppini and for a starter the large calamari and it was delicious! Food was delicious served nice and hot . While in the area it's worth going and it is kid friendly and patio seating was nice .

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    3.3
    (1.6k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$
    Established in 1960
    Takes reservations

    This week, Michaels brought me to Sausalito and The Spinnaker... a nice restaurant in a beautiful…read morelocation with panoramic windows and a beautiful view of the bay, San Francisco, and the very top of the Golden Gate Bridge. There was something indescribable, though, that hinted that they rely on the picturesque views to make up for food that is "good" - but not "great." Let's start on a positive note. You can't beat the view. Our server was well informed about the menu, attentive, and friendly - but unwilling to help too much with the menu selections. "Everything is good" is a bit of a pet peeve of mine but I'm not holding this against the rating of this restaurant as that's pretty server-specific. We started with a half dozen local oysters on the half shell which were actually amazing. Perhaps the most mild tasting oysters I have ever had and served with a champagne mignonette, cocktail sauce, and fresh horseradish - all of which paired nicely. For my main course, I had the petrale sole - a very mild, delicate, Pacific flatfish. While flaky and tender, it did lack flavor and was served with some relatively uninspired accompaniments - a saffron rice and some roasted vegetables which was mostly green beans and celery. One of my friends ordered the paella which he said was "great." Overall very decent experience on par with so many other coastal restaurants that know they can fill the seats with the amazing views alone. I would definitely come back - but would likely order something different... except for the oysters - those were a must to order again!

    Beautiful views of the water. Popular Sausalito restaurant…read more Showing some wear and tear. Tried to go for a late lunch at 2 pm and the place was packed with an hour waiting time for a table. Invited to sit at the bar which provides a limited menu. Ended up getting several appetizers. Crab Cales, Calamari and baked artichoke. All were very good. Service was a little delayed due to the crowd, but our waiter was pretty fast once he actually got to us. Not the most inexpensive place to eat, but popular with the locals as well as the tourists.

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    Scoma's of Sausalito

    4.1
    (1.5k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$

    We had a wonderful lunch here during our first visit to Sausalito. The food was outstanding, the…read morewaterfront views were beautiful, and being able to sit outside with our dog was a huge plus for us. This is definitely on the more expensive side, but for a special lunch or a first-time visit, we felt it was worth it. The quality of the food, the atmosphere, and the location made for a memorable experience. The only service issue we experienced was at the beginning of our meal. It took approximately 15-20 minutes before we received water, and guest ( they knew pretty well ) arrived after us appeared to be served immediately by 3 different servants with water and wine. We felt a bit overlooked and unwelcomed during that time. However, I do want to give credit to our waiter, who recognized the delay and apologized, which we appreciated. One additional surprise was being charged $2 for hot water with lemon. As someone who does not drink iced water, I often order hot water with lemon and have never been charged for it before. On a lunch bill approaching $150, that charge felt unnecessary and a little unwelcoming. It certainly wasn't about the $2 itself, but rather the principle of it. That said, the food and overall experience were excellent. I would not take any stars away because this place is truly a gem with delicious food, gorgeous views, and a welcoming outdoor dining area for guests with dogs. Highly recommended, especially for visitors looking for a memorable waterfront dining experience in Sausalito.

    This restaurant is located on the pier of Sausalito with a beautiful view. The restaurant is small…read morebut offers a lot of character. We waited for an outdoor table for about 30 minutes. Service was very good. The wait staff was very attentive and gave advice when asked. I had a glass of white wine, 2024 pieropan soave, which was crisp and paired very well with the items we ordered. My bf got a local pilsner, which was refreshing. We ordered crab cakes and a bowl of clam chowder for starters. Both were very delicious! The vinaigrette dressing on the salad paired nicely with the crab cakes. The chowder had the perfect consistency. For mains we had the red snapper and the Mediterranean branzino. While both were tasty, I think they could've done a better job flavoring the fish itself. With the toppings on my Mediterranean branzino it made the dish but without the sauce and slaw on top the fish itself was a little bland. Same with the snapper. The fish had a delicious crispy skin and sat on a bed of vegetables and clams in a sauce. The fish itself was a little bland but together it worked. I think I would've liked to experience stronger flavors. Having said that, I can appreciate the dishes for what they were. For dessert the waiter recommended the tres leches as his personal favorite which is what we got. It was delicious! And while it was sweet it was not overly sweet. Overall I enjoyed this place, I'd come back for more.

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    Beautifully lit classic interior
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    Complimentary Bread
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