Lil bro was craving burgers so here we went. This spot is very local to us and the menu is a bit unique as you can only order a burger and fry combo. The wall murals inside the restaurant are top tier and gave me a good chuckle. Service was also exceptional - our server was patient while we took our time to order and was very friendly. My brother ordered the jalapeno smash while I got the kid smash as I was not very hungry. The patty is the star here. Perfectly smashed with crispy laced edges that are very well seasoned. The buns are very soft and buttery. I had a bite of the jalapeno smash and wow I would get this next time - the sauce and grilled onions with jalapeno are perfect compliments to the burger. The fries are also super crispy and well seasoned. Very close to my ideal fry (just a bit more seasoning and it'd be perfect!) It was my brother's 2nd time here and the menu has changed since then. He also mentioned the food had a serious upgrade as it was not as good the last time he visited. If it's been a while since you visited Hot Bunz, give it another try! read more

Hot Bunz - Receipt - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Normally when new establishments open up, I will Yelp the restaurant and look at the reviews. I'll look at how long it's been operating and if it's not open for six months or more, I don't go. I'm not the kind to bash a restaurant or any type of business, but I'm gonna give my honest opinion. This place is overhyped due to social media! I wanted to try it out because I seen it on TikTok and the food looked absolutely appetizing. It was a busy Saturday evening around 730pm. I told my kids I wasn't cooking so we were going here because I wanted to try it. They were all for it because who doesn't like a good burger and since smash burgers are the way to go, why not. Upon walking in the paintings on the walls catch your eyes. It's a very casual kind of place. When looking at the menu it's very appealing and makes you want to order the whole menu lol jk. The "combos" aren't really combo meals it's just the burger and the fries, the drink is extra, for X in my book. The young lady at helping me was helpful with the questions I had. We didn't dine it we took our food home, but before we left I took pictures of the way the food looked just in case it didn't look like that when we got home. I got the jalapeño smash, my oldest had the classic combo, and my youngest had the kids combo (which included the drink). The burger IN MY OPINION was under seasoned, the jalapeño were all cut in different thickness, it wasn't something to write home to mom about. Lastly the fries reminded me of Taco Bell fries without the sweetness in the seasoning very underwhelming. Even though this wasn't a good experience for my first visit, I'm willing to go back and try something else other than the burger. read more

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There's two locations for this burger joint, one here in Bruceville Rd. and one in Sunrise Blvd., in Sacramento. I don't know if its the location or if my expectations were too high from "foodies" hyping up the burger joint so much but this location was definitely not it. The vibe is pretty chill, love the interior and shoutout to the artist COINSLOT, definitely outdid themselves in making those colors pop up fs! For the service, the employee who took our order seemed out of touch and wasn't too focused on what we were saying. I get it, I work at fast food too, but customers should definitely be a #1 priority. My partner and I ordered #1 and #3. As our food came out, the presentation was lacking what was being promoted on their screens. The burgers looked smaller than what we saw on their screens. For the burgers, the buns were cold and you can ask my partner, burgers are my thing! but these burgers, were middd. The fries were hotter than the burgers lol. I think if the burgers were hotter, they would have tasted better. Overall, I will definitely give this burger joint another try but at a different location instead! 4.5/10 read more

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Good smash burger. Bun was toasted and warm! Fries were well seasoned and crispy. The menu is pretty simple or ordering was easy. Good customer service. I like how they have a condiment station with fresh peppers and jalapenos. The vibe was chill and the decor was cool. The restaurant was very clean too. read more

Hot Bunz - ##1 Classic Smash - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

Came in and ordered to go, ordered extra patties on my burgers and some other things. Restaurant looks cool and has some fun murals on the walls, ample seating and some patio chairs outside. Opened it up on the road and order was wrong, I was too far to turn back so I called the restaurant. First person I spoke with was very polite, but the "manager" wasn't very compromising or apologetic, asked my order number and said he'd refund me the difference. Burgers aren't great if they aren't piping hot either, mine wasn't cold but it wasn't good. Enough for me to not go back read more

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Great smash burgers!!!! Flavor is there. Even their fries are good . Prices are reasonable, staff is great. And it's located near the Target shopping center so there's plenty of parking. read more

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Finally gave Hot Bunz a try after seeing them all over social media. Overall, it's a solid spot for the price, you definitely get your money's worth in terms of portion size. The restaurant itself has a great, open atmosphere with plenty of room. While the staff was quick to take my order, there was a significant wait for the food to actually arrive. As for the meal, the fries were the highlight with great texture and flavor. However, the burgers were a bit of a letdown; despite being loaded with cheese, sauce, and jalapeños, the flavor was surprisingly masked and lacked any punch. Every bite felt very plain and repetitive. read more

Hot Bunz - #4 2x Jalapeno Smash with Fries - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

Stopped into Hot Bunz, again today, with the hankering for a good burger and fries. I decided on and ordered the #2 Jalapeno Smash: One Smash with double grass-fed beef patties, melted white American cheese, caramelized grilled jalapenos and grilled onions, pickles, and signature house sauce drizzled on a toasted bun. Served with fries. Delicious, hot, served in an eye appealing yummy way. Plenty of good. Bun withstands the sauce and juiciness and you're not left with a messy burger and no bun. As with the past visits and orders, excellent. Fun restaurant with cool artwork, nice colors, very clean, lots of seating and excellent customer service. Bathrooms are super clean (smell musty) but the cleanest ones I've seen in a while. read more

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Hit up Hot Bunz in South Sac today with BB and whew... this place has personality. From the jump, the decor is next level -- there's a mural with a bunch of fast food chain mascots in a whole UFC-style match Like I'm trying to eat my burger, but also... I'm invested in the storyline. What we ordered: * Western Bacon Smash Burger + onion rings (me) * Classic Smash Burger + Frisky Fries (BB) Both burgers come with two smashed patties -- super thin, but well-seasoned and cooked right. My only "ehhh" moment was the cheese on mine... I wasn't feeling it. BUT the bacon and patties still did what they needed to do, so I wasn't mad at it. Now let's talk sides: The onion rings were thick, crispy, and seasoned well -- exactly how onion rings are supposed to be. And BB's Frisky Fries were a fun switch-up... but here's my thing: They need to add ranch to the menu. And I know I'm not alone because I wasn't the only one asking for it. Ranch with those fries would take the whole meal over the top. Like... permanently in the rotation. Service was good, the food came out fast, and they've got ample parking and plenty of seating, which I always appreciate. Bottom line: Great burger spot with a cool vibe and strong seasoning. Fix the ranch situation and I'm giving them a full 5 stars. read more

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We loved the Hot Bunz in Rancho and saw this location when we were in the area. The location is just like the original. It's covered wall to wall with custom art from Coinslot. Mostly depicting their burger guy fighting other well known brands haha. The menu is the same with their different smash burgers, the frisky fries, mac attack, and shakes. All of them tasted great, just like the original location. Don't forget to ask for extra house sauce. That's what really makes it special. Staff were friendly and helpful. We love that take out boxes and bags were set out and easy to grab. There were also signs telling you the bathroom code was on the receipt. So definitely don't throw it out! We made that mistake but another costumer noticed it and told us the code. read more

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Been wanting to try out this place and finally was around the area and got a chance to go. The place is pretty clean and big with plenty of seating inside and outside the restaurant. The service was great. We got the combo which comes with two burgers plus fries and the Mac Attack which was plenty of food to share between 2 people and the price was decent. The burger is juicy and full of flavor. The fries were seasoned and crispy. Love the side of jalapeño and peppers that you can get from the counter. What can I say, I have no complaints about this place at all. I think it's worth checking out if you're ever in the area and craving a good smash burger spot. read more

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. I tried this place one time and haven't stopped coming since I probably go once a week or once every two weeks. They stay open till 11 too which is amazing. Their burgers have so much flavor and the fries are seasoned too and my son is a picky boy but he loved hot buns and their Mac n chees. The service is always good too. I see the same workers usually and they're all super nice and super hard working. And you guys the art in this place is so cool. I love this place. Really a 10/10 read more

Hot Bunz - Entrance - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

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this place is hot bunzzzz!!!! hella expensive!!!! tacky murals!!!!! mean servers!!!! would definitely not come back!!!! im playing no hate read more

Hot Bunz - ya it was okay ig - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Probably one of the better smash burgers I've had. 100% halal which was awesome. I ordered via the phone to save them some of the app fees and the food was nice and not upon pickup with no wait. I highly recommend trying the Jalapeño smash combo or the keto bowl. Both were delicious. I do think their prices have gone up a bit too much though. I recall the Jalapeño burger combo being around 15-17 and was surprised to pay $20 for that. I think $17 is the upper limit they should consider selling that for. I would definitely go there again and order the same items. Check them out for yourself! read more

Hot Bunz - Menu as of 7/5/25 - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

I tried their new Western Smash (two smash patties with white American cheese, crispy beef bacon, onion ring, pickles, BBQ sauce, and house sauce), while my wife had their Classic Smash. The guy working the counter was great, he let us know you could save money by getting the two double Classic Smash burger combo and then upgrading one of the burgers to the Western Smash, rather than ordering them separately. They also hooked us up with some extra fries. I love spots like this that do those little things to create loyal customers. The burgers and fries were delicious. We'll definitely be back when we're in the area. Last but not least, I've got to give a shoutout to the wall art, it's awesome! read more

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Pick up order of frisky fries and classic smash. Service was fine and able to get food quickly at the counter. Multiple TVs and music playing as you wait or dine-in Unfortunately, my food included hair as an extra ingredient. Disappointing and gross read more

Hot Bunz - Frisky Fry with an extra ingredient - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

Love the smash burger and fries. Always perfectly cooked and service is quick. Clean and open. read more

Hot Bunz - Original smash burger and fries - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

Food was so good, I got the smash burger and frisky fries! Burger had a lot of flavor and the fries were nicely seasoned. Gabi made our experience 10/10 she was super funny and made the ordering process easy since it was our first time here! The inside was very clean and the team clearly keeps up with all the guests! Would eat again :) read more

Ordered the double smash jalapeño burger, me personally I wasn't a big fan of it.. it kind of lacked flavor. But I'm not gonna give them low rating because that's my personal taste. This is also my first time having a "smash" burger so the patty was really thin. Which was good for my small mouth eaters lol to me the burger and fries tasted exactly like In & Out animal style. Inside the restaurant was clean, bathroom was very clean as well and smelt clean! The workers are also nice. read more

Hot Bunz - #2 Jalapeno Smash - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

It seems that Sac Town has many smash burger stores, more than Silicon Valley (for whatever reason) so I wanted to try at least one whie there. Many are closed on Sunday, unfortunately (but good for them for maintaining that tradition.). Hot Bunz is on the way to my destination so I decided to go there. The patties were on the saltier side for my tastes and not as moist as smash burger patties I have had elsewhere. The bun was fine and didn't fall apart or anything. The burger comes with a side of special sauce which I did use to add some moistness and to cover the saltiness. For me, the burger probably would have benefited from adding lettuce and tomato (no charge for these toppings but you do need to order them with the burger) but I wanted to try it bare to judge the basic taste. I would try some of the other smash burger places in Sacramento before returning. Service was decent; the kitchen staff member who brought my order out was very friendly. The interior is ok; lots of space between tables. Bathroom was ok; no paper towel roll in the dispenser though the store had opened maybe half an hour earlier, so someone forgot to check before opening. read more

I ordered a jalapeño burger with fries the fries are really good, but the burger is not the bread was very stale and hard. The meat you can tell is reheated so what a disappointment there establishment is not clean as well. This is my first time coming in here to try something new but Will never be coming back here again. I'm unsure if this was intentional because I did not tip or if this is how they do business And just to put it out there, I didn't tip it because I was already paid almost $15 for the meal without a drink and it was good to go order read more

Hot Bunz - Burger is not fresh so disappointing - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

This spot has 4 stars, IG reels and TikTok loves them, and I really wanted to like this place. PROs: - The service was so super nice and gave an accurate wait time. - Food came out looking good and tasted fresh - Fun decor with each tv set on a different channel - Music was decent and locals seem to like it CONs: - Hamburger was a little dry and not as crispy as I hoped - Bun was soft, but would have been better if toasted a bit more to add some textural depth - Sauce tasted like a regular thousand island dressing - Grilled onions are seasoned with some kind of chili seasoning -- I actually liked it, but adding as a con since it's not shown on the menu that it has this type of seasoning. This means those who either don't like or can't have spice, would not have known upon ordering. OVERALL: My expectations might have been too high for this spot. I waited 30 minutes for my order, which was fine, but would have been better if the food wasn't just "okay." Regardless, check it out for yourself and be the judge. read more

I've been wanting to try this place for a while, i've seen it online so many times but ironically none of my friends have tried it yet. I got one burger, onion rings, and drink for a total of $19. There's no combo with all 3, the combo is only a burger and a side. Sodas are $2.50 more. Pretty good burger, extremely cheesy if you're into that (i'm not, but it wasn't bad), but I was craving onion rings and they just don't look or taste appealing. I think i'll stick with other burger spots and not return.. But everyone was really nice and I can see the appeal. I like that they have peppers available read more

Hot Bunz - Onion rings - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Seating: 4/5 Parking: 5/5 Lots of free, unlimited parking in the parking lot. Restaurant is located in a shopping center with lots of other businesses nearby. Service was quick and friendly, though the meal took awhile to be ready. A lot of indoor seating of metal chairs, can get uncomfortable after a while. Ordered the Western Smash which was delicious, the patties have a slight crisp on the edge, lots of flavor, overall 5/5 burger. Ordered Frisky Fries which are 2.5/5, would not order again. The cheese and sauce just made these soggy fries that weren't too flavorful. At the pickup counter they offer as many whole banana peppers as you want; a nice crispy, spice to add to your food. read more

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The burger was ok, the meat was a little basic. It was very messy which is fine but overall just meh. The max and cheese was abysmal. It was like soup with overcooked noodles that fell apart. I could look past the soupy consistency if it was creamy. It was the consistency of milk and had no flavor. the combo did not come with a drink. As a former restaurant owner, I know drinks are almost pure profit so that seems a bit stingy. The fries were good, the staff was nice and the ambiance was cool but the food needs work. Disappointed and don't think I'd go back. read more

Nice and decent burger spot. Hit the spot for a burger craving. Smash burger style, grilled onions were on point. The definitive plus to this spot for me were the fries. Crispy on the outside while still having the soft potato inside and seasoned well. The burger was pretty good sized. Had a double, the patty itself was still good size in thickness and round. On arrival, place was dead. The decor of the spot is pretty dope though with the mural on the walls. I admit it's a must see with the jabs thrown (pun intended) at all the other burger spots. Service was quick and very prompt. Even after we got our food the place started to get packed and they were still cranking out order after order. Overall was a good spot to satisfy a burger craving. Not the best but better than most. read more

We had a late dinner at this burger joint over the weekend, and loved the place. A bright and inviting atmosphere, featuring great artwork on the walls. With hardly any customers on site when we arrived, service was fast and friendly, and there were plenty of indoor seating options to choose from. We ordered the jalapeno smash, which comes with two sliders, but honestly, those are big enough burgers that I'm glad my bf and I split this meal. I thought the burgers were super delicious, juicy beef patties, generous with the sauce and grilled toppings, everything tasted fresh. My bf didn't enjoy it as much, but only cuz he said it wasn't spicy enough. The fries were standard in flavor, but I liked that they were crisp on the outside, and seemed freshly made. Overall, it was a very satisfying meal. read more

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Should the name be Cold Bunz? So maybe we were suppose to ask for the buns to be toasted, I'm not sure since it was our first time. So the burger was great, but I'm not sure why all of our buns were SO cold. It was right out of the refrigerator, not toasted at all... but the inside meat+cheese was warm with good flavor (just kind of disappointing when you can tell the bread just came out the fridge) Fries are super good, Mac attack was good too. Hopefully we get to try them again with actual hot buns next time! read more

Hot Bunz - #2 Jalapeno Smash #3 Triple Smash Mac Attack Fries - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

Delicious smash burgers. The onion rings are real, not that diced stuff. Excellent fries!

The place looked amazing and the food was great. The gentleman at the counter was kind and inviting.

I was visiting family in the area and was craving burgers. It looks like Hot Bunz is unique to the sac area so I figured I'd give it a try and was very surprised. I went with the jalapeno smash, which comes as two double patty burgers and a side of fries. I also added on an order of onion rings. - The patties were thick, juicy, and had a satisfying crust. Many people prefer the thinner ultra crispy smash style, so if you were looking for that, this isn't the place for you. The beef served here is halal. - The buns were toasted perfectly, not greasy/soggy. - The ingredients were well balanced as well with a solid sauce to tie everything together. the jalapenos were very good. - Both the fries and onion rings, were crispy and not overly oily. I saw some comments saying the fries were plain which is kind of true. Don't expect Five Guys levels of seasoning or anything like that but it's nothing a bit of sauce or ketchup can't fix. My SO actually preferred how balanced it was seasoned. I would say the meal portions were good to generous so even if you're sharing the meal like we did, you'll both leave feeling full. I'm from the bay where a double smash burger can easily go for 12 or more dollars alone so to get two burgers and a side of fries for 20 is awesome value. The restaurant itself is spacious and clean, with a cool mural that adds some personality. The vibe is casual, no-frills, but welcoming. Service was friendly. The guy taking my order was patient and helpful but the kitchen was a bit slow. It took around 20 minutes for our food to come out despite only a couple of people ahead of us. Not a dealbreaker, but something to keep in mind if you're in a rush. Overall, Food was fantastic, service great but the wait can be long. Hot Bunz is better than many of the options in the bay area in terms of quality and value so I would 100% go back. read more

Hot Bunz - Jalapeno Smash with a side of onion rings. - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

Not gonna lie--this one didn't quite hit the spot for me. I came with my cousin who was visiting from LA, and Hot Bunz was on her must-try list for Sacramento. We rolled in around 11 p.m. on a Saturday, which, to their credit, is pretty impressive for a mom-and-pop-style spot--they've got that late-night hustle. The customer service was top tier. But the burger? Meh. It wasn't bad, but I couldn't help thinking I've had tastier (and cheaper) burgers just around the corner. It's one of those "glad I tried it, but probably won't rush back" situations. read more

Hot Bunz - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Decided to stop by here on the way home. The place was quite pricy but the food was decent. Service was very good and the decor was good. The only downside was the sauce, I felt the dipping sauce was basic mayo ketchup mixture. They need to come up with something better. read more

Hot Bunz - Western Smash - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Amazing burgers and for a cheap price. Service was amazing and quick. The restaurant is also a lovely spot for us young people with a lot of great coloring on the wall. I would 100% recommend this place if you're on a budget. read more

Stopped by for a good smash patty burger and it was delicious. The og smash comes with two patties a burger sauce, caramelized onions, and pickles. The sauce was so good, slight different than a Long Island sauce. The fry seasoning was scrumptious and the fries stayed crispy all meal!! Prices weren't bad and the men up front were patient when we were looking to order. The art on the wall is super cool but somehow it still feels kinda meh on the inside. My overall experience was great read more

Hot Bunz - Single OG Smash - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Went yesterday and first impression was that the place looked cute...loved the artwork, but it was FILTHY! Every single table was dirty and there was a big soda spill on the floor...like a HUGE puddle. My first thought was how bad they would be sued if someone slipped! We ordered our food and it was FRICKIN EXPENSIVE!! I never thought we'd be paying over $50 for 2 burger and fries and 2 milkshakes! That's insane! We got our food and our $20 burgers were so tiny! Lol. Maybe I haven't gotten into the smashburger culture yet and this is the norm? Like I've never been to The Habit, and shake shack and whatever else is out there...I'm old AF. But if THIS is what the kids are doing these days I'll make my own smashburger at home! Hahaha! Anyway, the burger tasted good. I liked the seasoning on the meat. The party was juicy. The fries were ok. The Oreos shake was delicious and had lots of big pieces of cookies. By the time we got our food the guy starts to mop the floor and it was a STRONG smell of cleaner. We ended up eating outside. The food would bring me back but the price will keep me away. read more

Hot Bunz - Big puddle of soda on the floor - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

I've eaten at Hot Bunz more than eight times now, and it just keeps getting better. The burgers are always juicy and full of flavor, and they never feel heavy or greasy. You can tell they care about quality. The fries are crispy and seasoned just right, and the shakes are thick and super satisfying. The atmosphere is honestly one of the coolest parts. The wall art is fun and over the top in the best way. It makes the place feel different from every other burger joint. You walk in and it just feels fun and laid back. It's a great place to eat whether you're flying solo or with friends. Service has been consistently friendly and quick every time I've gone. The place is clean, the vibe is upbeat, and the food always hits. Hot Bunz has become a regular stop for me. If you're into bold flavors and a cool spot to hang, this place is 100% worth checking out. read more

Hot Bunz - Inside - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

Food was not good for my liking; same share by other customers while there. Not sure what type of meat you are eating, has an after taste. read more

I went to this place since it was National Cheeseburger Day! Let me mention why I'm giving this place 4 out 5 stars. Number #1 I placed my order online and upon entry it was not even started. This leads me into my Number #2 reason.. it was completely empty.. like eerily empty. I waited like three minutes before a young lady walked out from the back area. She was nice, forgot her name but it was obvious my ticket order was received, however, it was not in process of being made. The cook finally came out and confirmed my order. I have to mention it was not lunch time so it was not busy at all. When I got my order, it looked delicious.. it was hot and so fresh! I got the combo with the fries and special house sauce on the side! I will have to give Hot Bunz major props about how delicious that cheeseburger and fries meal was! Next time, may actual happen but I most likely will order in person. read more

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10x better than any fast food restaurant and fairly priced. I ordered the Jalapeno Burger Sliders. Caution these are not sliders they are full size burgers! I would definitely revisit this establishment. read more

Hot Bunz - #2 Jalapeno Combo - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California