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    Hayes Burger

    4.0 (109 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Cheeseburgers and fries
    Catherine C.

    Really tasty smash burgers made even better by adding chile güero and pickles! Food was made fresh to order, fries were tasty, and I liked mixing the "spicy" ketchup with the regular. All bottles or canned drinks. Service was fast, ambience was low key simple with a warm vibe. Street parking was surprisingly easy for a Sunday lunch in the neighborhood, although they do share a lot with the rest of the places in this tiny strip of restaurants. I enjoyed the flavors more than I expected, probably second only to the Friendly!

    Hamburger and fries
    Rhiza D.

    My favorite burger + fry combo in San Diego. It's underrated. Price was about $16. Casual little local burger spot. Their original location is in Logan. I absolutely love this place, it's like an elevated version of an in-n-out burger. Simple burger. Their fries are my favorite with the spicy ketchup! It's a tiny solid burger spot. Small, but mighty menu. Patty is on the smaller side, but it's a perfect meal for me. I love this place since the burgers are not super greasy or heavy and I don't feel like crap afterwards. The spicy ketchup is a plus! Only a few parking spots so it is mostly street parking. Service was great, staff were kind and my food was out quick. You may hear that the Friendly is better - they're both 5/5 in my book - they're just two different styles of burgers!

    Cheeseburger and Jimi fries
    Sharon L.

    Cute little shop with a delicious burger, good fries, parking, and lovely service! There are a few parking spots right outside in this little plaza - when we went all the spots were taken but we found street parking a block away. Looks like lots of cars coming and going to pick up to-go orders though, so spots were opening up pretty quick. The store is small and cute, and the staff was super friendly. He asked if we've been here before and kindly walked us through our options on the menu. I got the cheeseburger and Jimi fries (animal style), both were really good! The smash burger had a nice crispy edge. The fries had good texture and the toppings were good and not overly salty. Super solid!

    Alicia L.

    Hayes is a cute little burger spot in normal heights! They only have a few parking spots so would recommend street parking. My friend and I both got the double cheese burger and split a jimi fries. The burgers are simple and delicious! They are on the pricey side though since the burgers don't include fries.

    Dirty fries
    Steph L.

    Parking - They have a few spots in front of the restaurant shared with other business but mostly just street parking. Didn't have a problem with parking during lunch during the week and they weren't too busy. Order at the counter and they bring the food to you. Inside and outside seating. Staff friendly. They are an In-N-Out dupe, and are pretty good however they are almost 3x the cost. Tried: Jimi (Dirty) fries $6.25 - super long fries just like animal fries. Good. Double cheeseburger $14 - the patty was super oily, not really my thing. Flavor was good. Overall I prefer In-N-Out for taste and price but with their long lines it's not always easy so Hayes is a good spot to visit if you don't have that kind of time.

    Double cheeseburger
    John L.

    Adams Ave between the 15 and the 805. Next door to a Rolberto's. Some parking spots upfront, but street parking is probably more realistic. Service was friendly and great overall. Some of the decor was unique. Double cheeseburger was good by itself and adding spicy ketchup to it made it even better. Jimi Fries were pretty good. The fries themselves were a bit overdone for my taste, but still tasted great.

    Lettuce wrapped Cheeseburger
    Kenya J.

    A la carte menu. Small burger spot, maybe fit 8 people inside. Food was alright, didn't justify the prices. Friendly staff.

    Jimi Fries
    Roger P.

    On our journey to find the best burgers in San Diego, we came across Hayes Burger. Social media looked promising and we saw a lot of advertisements for their smash burgers. Someone on TikTok had rated them highly so we had high expectations. The restaurant isn't that big inside and they've got an even smaller parking lot in front. No restrooms for customers too. It was super hot and stuffy inside and there were flies everywhere. Sitting outside in the summer heat was more tolerable than the stuffy restaurant and all the flies. When we got our food, I was expecting smashburgers but I don't agree that these were. When I think of smashburgers, I imagine thin patties with a slight crisp along the edges. These were regular sized patties, no crisp along the edges. And although it was good, it tasted no different from In-N-Out and I couldn't justify the price. These burgers are pretty expensive for what they are. You're better off spending the same amount of money at In-N-Out and getting double the food. Their Jimi Fries are essential dupes of In-N-Out's Animal Style Fries. Overall, because of how similar it was to In-N-Out, I was disappointed. With the higher price, I would've expected something that was bigger or tasted unique or delicious, but we got average tasting burgers instead.

    Hanafi M.

    It's a tasty Smash Burger! 80s music, nice. Decent parking and fast friendly service. Easy on the wallet. Happy experience.

    Cheese Burger with Pickles
    Jack M.

    Hayes Burger's makes a nice cheeseburger. They use Angus 100% ground chuck, so the flavor and juiciness of their burgers are there. I had the cheeseburger with all the fixing except only mustard for my sauce. I also added pickles to my burger. The burger comes with a toasted brioche bun. The burger tasted very good, especially the beef. I liked the freshness of the lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. The brioche bun was perfect. I only wish the three oz patty was a four oz patty. A little larger beef patty on this burger would be just grand, especially since it costs $11 and some change. The service was very friendly and welcoming. They offer a few tables inside and outside.

    Double cheese burger
    Ryan M.

    4.5 stars Came to try Hayes burger's new location, in North Park. I got a double cheese burger and a small fries the total came out to $18 and change. The Burger is made of 2, 3oz smash patties, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato on a toasted brioche bun with 1000 island dressing ($14 for a double). I'd say it was an upscale In-N-out burger or maybe a cross between In-N-Out and The Friendly's Dirty Flattop burger. The smash patties and grilled onions remind me of the Dirty Flat top but fresher, as it comes with lettuce and tomato. The smash patties have a lot of crusty surface area which give it a nice texture, it was a bit salty but I was ok with it, as it had a very meaty taste. I also got a small fries ($3.48) which I though was rather large and enough to share with 2 people. They are hand cut as you can see the skins on some parts, but they are much crispier than In-N-Out. They actually treat them properly, I think they are dried and double fried, which In-N-Out fails to do. A double cheese burger and small fries was a lot of food, I think I would share the fries with someone or order a single cheeseburger next time, or a double cheeseburger and skip the fries. Service was very simple and easy, just walk up and order, they bring it to your table. They have both a regular and a spicy ketchup. I didn't find the spicy ketchup spicy at all initially but the mild spice kicks in a little later. It's very mild so I think the majority of people could handle this. There was a neon sign but since I went during the day, it was washed out by the sun so I could not see it. Since they close during the early evening, the sign cant be seen the majority of their working hours. I think a plastic sign that is back lit would be better or paint "Hayes Burger" on the wall behind the sign so you can see something during the day. I passed the place because I couldn't see the sign. They are located In the Adams Plaza between Thai Joint and Robertos Taco shop, so look for those signs. They do have parking out front but share them with the other businesses. Theres only a single row of parking spaces so when you pull out you have to back out into traffic which I don't like, so I prefer to park on the street. Overall a very tasty burger, a bit pricy for 3oz patties but if you want a fresher, upscale version of The Friendly's Dirty Flat Top or In-N-Out then check out Hayes Burger

    Burger and large fries
    Marcela C.

    Super good smash burgers, juicy and can't get enough of the spicy ketchup!! The fries are always super hot and crispy. Staff is always friendly and quick to bring your order out to you. Minimal parking so be prepared to find street parking. Swell lemonade or a coke always pairs well, my go to for sure!

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    25 days ago

    These burgers and Jimi fries were amazing. We got take out. Perfect place for quick bite or take out!

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    2 months ago

    Local Spot with other good restaurants next to each other. Good Burgers! Fries were lit too. Small joint but worth it.

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    If smash burgers are your thing this is the place. Good, delicious burgers with friendly staff. Small shop so it feels like your at home.

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    3 months ago

    Small little joint with minimal food options, but the service guys were great and the burgers really hit the spot!

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    3 months ago

    Cashier was doing the order, cooking and cleaning. Very nice. Menu plain and simple. Food was good but not never the top.

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    Awesome burger and fries. They are very consistent with the taste and the staff is great

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    Hodad's

    Hodad's

    4.1
    (3.1k reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    love this place. might be our favorite burger place in san diego!…read more we got the mini cheeseburger with fries and the chili burger. both were delicious in their own way. the fries are great wedge fries with a good crunch and flavoring on the outside but soft and pillowy on the inside. we also got a vanilla shake that was huge. after drink half we brought home the rest which filled up their whole to go cup! there was plenty of seating when we went and the staff was super attentive and brought out our food fast.

    We grabbed a late lunch at Hodad's today. We waited a few minutes by the entrance, and we were then…read moreseated at a high-top table. Our orders were taken quickly, and large waters with lemon were brought out to us. Our burgers came out in about 7 minutes and they were just what the doctor ordered. :) My chicken burger was especially delicious, and I'd asked for extra pickles, and let's just say that the Hodad's chefs did not disappoint. There had to be at least 15 pickles on this bad boy. YUM! Onion rings were crispy and delicious. M. loved his burger and as usual, his only complaint was that he wished it was bigger. Haha. We enjoyed our food and the fun, kitschy Hodad's dining area. I feel like every time I come here, I spot something on the walls, or dangling from somewhere, that I haven't seen before. It's always a good time at Hodad's and it is certainly worth a visit if you haven't been here before. Keep in mind they do have a limited menu (burgers, chicken burgers, veggie burgers, fries, rings, shakes & some beverages and beers.) However, the table next to us ordered shakes and they looked hella good. Next time for us, for sure!! Mahalo!

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    Rocky's Crown Pub

    Rocky's Crown Pub

    4.2
    (2.1k reviews)
    7.1 mi
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    Rocky's Burgers is a casual burger spot located in Pacific Beach, known for its juicy burgers,…read moresimple menu, and convenient location in a busy beachside area with a laid-back, local vibe. Pros: I got the half-pound burger with fries and it was really good overall. The burger was super juicy, well-cooked, and had that classic hearty, satisfying taste you want from a solid burger spot. The portion size was generous, especially with the half-pound patty, and the fries were a great side to round out the meal. The location in Pacific Beach is also a big plus. It's in a great area with lots going on, so it's easy to grab food and walk around afterward or make it part of a beach day. The overall vibe of the spot feels casual and fitting for PB--nothing overly fancy, just good comfort food done right. Cons: Since it's in a busy beach area, parking and crowds can be a bit of a challenge depending on the time you go. It's more of a casual grab-and-go or quick dine-in spot, so don't expect a sit-down restaurant experience with a lot of space or quiet seating. During peak beach hours, it can also get pretty busy. Verdict: Overall, Rocky's Burgers is a great spot in Pacific Beach if you're craving a juicy, satisfying burger in a fun beachside area. The half-pound burger and fries hit the spot, and it's a solid choice for a casual meal before or after hanging out in PB.

    HELLA good cheeseburger and fries. This is exactly what a burger is supposed to be -- no gimmicks,…read moreno extras, just done right. The meat is quality, juicy, and actually flavorful on its own (which says everything). Nothing boujee, just simple and perfect. Definitely a go-to spot now. Will be back for sure

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    1/2 Lb. Cheeseburger aka heaven
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    A pretty thick patty with crispy char. Seemed a bit smaller than 1/2lb burgers that I'm used to. $11 in 2024

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    A pretty thick patty with crispy char. Seemed a bit smaller than 1/2lb burgers that I'm used to. $11 in 2024
    The Friendly

    The Friendly

    4.2
    (1.4k reviews)
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    They only have one burger but it's amazing and their pizza is really bomb…read more Great service and a bit small with no ac so get it to go. It will always be packed at night since it's basically a in n out line Over all 9/10 place, you also get a beer half off if you shotgun so that's always fun

    Short story: service sucks and the food was meh…read more Long story: I've been really looking forward to eating here for a long time. It's always popping up as one of the best burgers in San Diego. The vibe in the place was cool. Bustling and music blasting. I look around for the menu. Not easy to find. I guess it's one of those "if you know you know" but then I saw a small chalkboard that listed the burger and a tiny printout pizza menu way in the back. I order a burger and coke. So pumped to try it. I ask for no onions and the guy at the register immediately cops a huge attitude like I ruined his day. He points at the chalkboard and says "no substitutions". I reply "no biggie! I can scrape em off or something" dude looks pissed and says "they're hard to scrape off" I know reading this I may sound unreasonable. Maybe dude was having a bad day. But the way he was looking and speaking to me made me want to walk away from the counter not bother ordering. If you are great at burgers but not customer service maybe stay off the register and stick to the grill. My friend with me goes "not very friendly for a place called the friendly" so it wasn't just me. The burger comes out. Honestly I'd bet on a good day it's great. But today it wasn't. Overly greasy. Ironically all of the onions slid right off so I'm not sure why he feels it would be too difficult for me to remove myself. The burger could barely stay in the bun it was so greasy. The aioli spread was all on one side of the burger and it was a mess. I'm not sure if maybe this place used to be great and since has declined, or if the staff was just having such an off day that it reflected in the effort of the food. Or if the guy just had some issue and felt like taking it out on us today. But needless to say. There's plenty of amazing smash burger places in San Diego. Excited to try somewhere else.

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    Bonehead Burger Co

    Bonehead Burger Co

    4.3
    (276 reviews)
    4.6 mi
    $$
    Veteran-owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    My son wanted burgers for his middle school graduation celebration so we went to Bonehead Burger…read moreand it did not disappoint. All seven of us loved our burgers. Tots and fries were so good. April and Blake were so friendly and accommodating. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the mood for a burger.

    Good food and good vibes!! Food was amazing we had to take…read moreit to go. The buffalo breezy sandwich - definitely reminds me of a Nashville Hot chicken from Sun diner TN. A good size chicken breast breaded and with a good amount of buffalo sauce. Bonehead burger - you can have it single or double. However you want it!! It's a combination of smash burger and In-N-Out with boneheads signature sauce. Definitely juicy and delicious. If you're looking for a burger to fill you up. Definitely this is the burger to get. Bonehead tots - excellent choice for shareable meal. Tots with bacon and their signature sauce hits the spot. Bonehead wings - do the wing lovers. The buffalo sauce is spicy and wings full of meat. Great for 1 person or to share. One thing that we did notice is the service. They were very attentive. Being a family owned business they know how to take care of their customers. Definitely recommend them for your next lunch meal.

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    Del's Hideout

    Del's Hideout

    4.3
    (1.2k reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    BBQ Month @delshideout @dinecrg welcomes the flavors of the Philippines created by Chef Martin…read more@chef_ecruz featured this weekend From chicken insal, smoked lechon pork belly, tri tip bistek, shrimp & pork lumpia, pancit, fried potatoes, steamed rice, and comforting tamarind pork soup... this BBQ feast brings smoky Texas BBQ together with Filipino comfort food for the ultimate fusion plate Family-friendly vibes, ice cold drinks, sports on every screen, and that low & slow BBQ goodness make this spot a must try in San Diego.

    Ate here today with the family. To start off, parking is a problem. They have a tiny parking lot…read morebordered by 2 hotels. We parked down the road, about a 10 minute walk. We did not have a reservation, so we stood outside in the sun for about 30 minutes or so waiting for a table that could accommodate 8 people. I didn't plan the event myself, so I don't know if they even take reservations. If they do, then that's our fault. It is an open air concept, so it's very hot in the restaurant. You sit on hard chairs with a bicycle under the table that limits leg room. There is no shortage of hillbilly music to listen too as you dine on the ill seasoned subpar food. The beer menu sucks. Thankfully I didn't need to use the restroom. Who knows what I would have encountered there. The only positive thing I can think of is that the employees are friendly and accommodating. I would not recommend this place to anyone, nor would I return. If the restaurant offered to pay for a meal with drinks for our family, I still would not return.

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