First time coming here and the burgers were amazing! Tastes very fresh! Love that it's by the beach so you can come and get a nice burger for a cheap price! The homemade sauce is amazing! Don't even need pickles on it. It's that good! Fries were nicely seasoned as well! The service is very nice and food came at a reasonable time! Would definitely come back! read more

This is the perfect place to eat on the Santa Monica Pier. Serving burgers, fries, hot dogs, and shakes, it has everything you need for lunch on the pier. There is an area with tables inside, a covered patio area, and an area with umbrella tables just outside. We were there around lunch time and it was very very busy. He started off sharing the table with somebody else, but as one emptied we were able to get our own. You ordered at the counter and they'll call you name when it's ready to be picked up. There's also a window to order from outside if you just want to eat out on the pier. The young man taking her order was an absolute cheerful joy! Very helpful. We all got a cheeseburger, the fries, and a soda. Cheeseburger was exceptionally good, and while it looks small initially, it was the perfect size. The fries tasted fresh. This is great little hamburger place! read more

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Right on the Santa Monica Pier. Burgers, chicken, shakes, custard and the like. Service was on point and turn around time from order to food was about 10 minutes. Indoor & outdoor seating. Priced right! read more

Pier Burger - Double and single Pier Burgers with Coke a Cola and a Berry thing my daughter ordered. - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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It's the legendary Pier Burger!!! This place is packed but it is a Saturday afternoon. We went the pier burger, fries, and cheese dog. We are on board walk so you pay board walk prices. This is not a Military friendly restaurant. read more

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Fast, easy, convenient and reasonably priced for being on the Santa Monica pier. Located near the entrance of the pier...and the food did not let us down. Sometimes those places that have a good location are just that...take advantage of the convenient location and the quality of the food is not so great. Great location, the burger was good, and the fries crispy and nicely salted. Only thing... a little small for a close-to $10 burger. Service was fast...within 5 minutes of placing my order, my order was out. Nice and casual...there are seats inside and also outside in the pier. Wish they had tater tots . Other than that, this place is overall good. Prices are decent (you're in Santa Monica, prices are bit higher) , food good for what it is. read more

Pier Burger - Large fries and single pier burger - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Hands down the best strawberry shake on the pier and in my recent memory. And I know a thing or two about strawberry shakes. High five to Ashley who made my shake and my day! Great attitude and service. Nice old school retro diner vibe. read more

Pier Burger - Best Strawberry Shake in Santa Monica - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Very expensive... but the burger is good. The place is cool but be careful, they use more ice than drinks.

Decided to hit Pier Burger for lunch while being touristy for the day. Burgers were . We got the pier doubles with bacon & grilled onions. (By request) fry's come in two sizes small and large which is a pound of fries. We bought two and only needed one for a family of 5! Service is pleasant and fast. Only downside is that tourists sit in their outside seating to chill out and not even order food. We had to stand for a bit before a table opened. It would be nice if they monitored that but the place is good. read more

Pier Burger - Pier Double - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

One of the BEST smash burgers I've ever had! I didn't get the guys name but he was super nice!! Highly recommend!! I could eat 10 of these !! read more

First time I came here was back in 2024, I took my uncle and my mom here. Since then, every time I come to the pier I always try to eat at this spot. The food is good, service is always nice and quick. As for the environment of the place it's nice, a little bit of wall art. You can eat in or outside of the shop. If you're at Santa Monica pier, give this place a try. It's worth the money. read more

Pier Burger - On left is the ono sandwich, on the right is a pier burger ( double) along with a regular fries - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

We wanted a quick bite on the pier and decided to split a chicken sandwich and a cheeseburger. The service wasn't very friendly and a bit dismissive. The prices are good and a few different quick options to eat. There are tables indoor and outdoor and your name is called when ready. The sandwiches were okay, nothing out of this world and with the customer service I would go somewhere else next time. read more

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Great location. The fries are the best part, crispy shoestring-style. We also had the single burger and the Ono fish sandwich. Avoid both. read more

Pier Burger - Adorable wall art. - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

The pier was very busy when we stopped by on Saturday and this place was no exception. We waited a few minutes in line and luckily we found a table right away. The cashier was friendly and she took my order quickly. I ordered a double cheeseburger combo with a soda and fries and my cousin ordered a small chocolate ice cream. My cousin got her ice cream right away and I waited about 10 minutes for my food. You must keep your receipt and show the worker when picking up your food! The fries were really good. They were perfectly salted, hot, and crispy. The burger was tasty and very very juicy - causing the bread to get soggy and fall apart after a few bites. The meat was cooked and seasoned perfectly though - no complaint there. It got to be pretty busy and it was loud inside. The line situation seemed to confuse a lot of people and they would mistake the pickup line for the ordering line. Overall, the food was good and people watching while eating was entertaining. read more

Pier Burger - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This food was genuinely worth it price wise and flavor. They also have chili burgers which I definitely recommend!! Their menu has many options compared to the other spots on the pier. Plenty of seating for family and friends! read more

Pier Burger - Chili burger with fries - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

We just had our child's birthday party at Playland Arcade and Pier Burger for the second year in a row. Joel, Carter, and the entire team at the restaurant made the catering and in-restaurant dining experience so easy and enjoyable. The food is fresh and delicious, and the vibes are great. Will be doing this party again for years to come. 11/10 recommend. read more

Burger & fries were very good. I was t expecting it to be as good as I found it. You can eat in or outside. You order outside. Decent value for SantaMonica on the Pier. read more

Pier Burger is located near the Route 66 sign as you head into Santa Monica Pier. You can't miss the red and white building with vintage looking signage that really gives off that retro feel and takes you back in time. Their menu features burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, frozen custard desserts, and more. Place your order on the right side (look for the sign) and then pick-up the goods on the left side. It can get quite busy, so be prepared for a bit of a wait until your order is called/ready. They do have an ample amount of seating inside and outside. I recommend grabbing a seat while waiting and sitting outside if you have a larger party. We ordered the pier burger, hot dog, and vanilla milkshake. Since this was a spontaneous pick, I didn't really have any expectations. However, I was pleasantly surprised! The burger was quite tasty with great flavor. Their burgers are made with 100% certified angus beef and served with fresh lettuce, tomato, and homemade sauce. The hot dog was also very delicious and I think I enjoyed that slightly more than the burger. If you love milk shakes like I do, this is a solid spot for that as well. I didn't notice the "concretes" on the menu which is frozen custard blended thick, but I did still enjoyed my vanilla shake. Overall, great spot for a meal! read more

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Joel runs a great hamburger experience, and goes beyond kindness to make sure your visit is special.

My eldest daughter and I were at Santa Monica Pier for the Heal the Bay beach cleanup volunteer event. Afterwards, we strolled on the pier for a little bit. When I saw custard shake, I knew I had to pay Pier Burger a visit. We had already ate at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co so we weren't hungry, but I just wanted the shake. We got in line from the outside with about 3 people in front of us. Once we got up to the order window, staff was welcoming and helpful. After my curiosity questions LOL, I ordered the strawberry custard shake. They only have one size and it's a pretty decent cup size almost like a 28+ oz cup. The wait wasn't too long. We picked up our shake from the inside. They have inside and outside seating. We just stood at the outside bar-like table. I was so looking forward to the custard texture and taste. Unfortunately, it was not as custardy as I would have preferred. It tasted more milky than custardy. Nevertheless, it was still a good shake. Would I get it again? Maybe. Anyway, they are known for their burgers and fries. I don't eat beef anymore so it doesn't do me any good, but they do have a veggie burger. They also have chicken sandwiches and hot dogs. Besides shakes, they also have floats, ice cream sundaes, and something called concretes (maybe it's a thick shake). Menu is not massive... just enough of basic coverage! =) If you're hungry for burgers, fries, drinks, and more, this is the place to hit at the Santa Monica Pier! read more

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We ordered 4 ice creams. Upon a revisit I would order everyone waffle cones. The issue is that the waffle cone is handed to you immediately, meanwhile, a concrete requires them to put it in the kitchen order which means you have to wait A LONG TIME. It was about $30 for 4 of us with 4 ice creams. I am 50/50 on a revisit. read more

Pier Burger - Waffle Cone with Vanilla - I got excited and ate some! It did look perfect originally. - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

We stopped in here on our recent trip to the Santa Monica Pier. There are a couple places to choose from on the pier, but this one had better reviews on Yelp, so we chose this one. The burgers were delicious. They aren't huge, but that was ok for us. My daughter enjoyed her hot dog. My wife loved her chocolate shake. They do charge $1 for soda refills, but that was worth it. read more

Pier Burger - Chocolate shake - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I've been here 3 times in the 4 day I stayed in la and they have the best milkshakes ive ever had. In and out style service super fast getting are food and everything is super fresh fresh and fast read more

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Very affordable and simple comfort food! My boyfriend and I went on a weekend trip and we have eaten here 3/4 days we visited! BEST MILKSHAKE IVE EVER HAD! This was our last stop before we left. read more

Pier Burger - Right next to the end of Route 66 - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I spent a wonderful day hanging out with my family on the beach and we decided to grab some lunch. A quick Yelp search led me here as the burger photos looked too good to pass up. I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised. I thought this might be one of those places that are too good to be true, but the food was just as delicious as it looked in the photos. We loved the burgers, and my son loved the hot dog. Buns were great. Ingredients were fresh. Fries were thin, hot, and crispy! Lemonade was tasty too. They have a nice picnic style patio where you can sit and enjoy your meal. Beware - pigeons may try to steal your food, but it is the beach after all. lol No complaints about the service. We were there on a Sunday afternoon and although it was busy, we didn't wait too long. We very much enjoyed our experience here. read more

Pier Burger - Cheeseburger x 2 + hot dog - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

The line to order dragged on and it seemed like the food took a while, but Pier burgers were quite tasty. Fries were good too. We sat on the outside patio with the view of the bathrooms, but also the rollercoaster. I had a Santa Monica IPA with my burger, which was a satisfying combo. In-n-out provides better value for the money, but Pier Burger provides a solid alternative at the pier. I recommend it. read more

I mean, it's okay. If you're really hungry and in the area and there aren't other options, then this place will do just fine. I got a burger, no cheese and it was solidly okay. But there are far better burgers in LA, I hope tourists know that. Homeless people like to hang around this area and beg for food, so it can be kind of a sketchy area depending on time of day. read more

While wandering the Santa Monica Pier with friends, I had a craving for a hot dog and stumbled upon Pier Burger -- and I'm glad I did! I ordered a regular hot dog with fries and a Santa Monica IPA, and that dog was phenomenal -- maybe it was hunger talking, but it might be one of the best I've had. My friends got a chili cheese dog and a shake; the dogs were great across the board, but the shake was pretty underwhelming and watered down. Prices are on the higher side ($21 for my combo), but the fact that they sell beer and have an outdoor seating area overlooking the pier is a nice touch. Service was quick, even with a medium-to-large crowd. If you're in the area and want a touristy bite with a solid dog, this is a safe bet. read more

Fast service for fresh fast food. The burgers are amazing, fries stay warm and crispy. They will even make your burger protein style. It was actually by far the best lettuce wrapped burger I've ever had. The lettuce was the perfect amount and just the right kind. So full of flavor! There's indoor and outdoor dining so it's a nice break from the sun, if you need that read more

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Great burger with a wonderful view. Fries were amazing and service was fast and friendly.

Best burger of my life and the staff were so friendly. Made our trip amazing. It felt like an old diner. Really great feel. Definitely do not skip out on visiting pier burger on your trip to Santa Monica. read more

First time here. Visiting from Monroe Louisiana. Great Burger. Delicious The Custard is better than Ice Cream a must Try when @ The Santa Monica Pier. Love it! read more

Solid food for a pier carnival type restaurant. Burger was solid. Fries were rather good. Price wasn't over the top for what a destination spot could make them. Indoor or outdoor seating options. Friendly staff. read more

It was pretty good . Service was fast. Ordered a few things from the menu . Keep up the good work read more

Pier Burger - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

If you're on Santa Monica Pier, you can't miss Pier Burger. Right across from Forrest Gump's Bubba Gump restaurant, this place nails the classic burger. It's juicy, fresh, and hits the spot every time. Pair it with their berry banana custard and it's the perfect sweet finish to your meal. Grab a burger, enjoy the view, and soak in that pier vibe! read more

Pier Burger - Berry Banana Custard - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Best burger in LA hands down!!! What was ordered: Double cheese burger Singe cheese Burger Grilled hotdog Small fries (1/2 lb) All served on potato buns I got them fully loaded with Lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and grilled onions Hot dog was cut drown the middle and grilled Fries were hot and crispy Staff was nice ans helpful. The place gave off old school vibes which I loved. Simple decor and seats but the food keeps you coming back for more. $30 with tax and tip Worth every penny. Definitely coming back here read more

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This is the first time we went to this burger place. The first thing that you will notice is the amazing smells of burgers frying. A lot of people waiting in line is a perfect sign that the food is gonna be great. The service was fast and amazing. The rush isn't that bad, and the ambiance is old school that we like. Cafe feel and the perfect place to people watch too. There are outside and inside seating to your preference. read more

Pier Burger - Double burgers with fries. Amazing and fresh to order, you can order it the way you want it. Fries are lightly salted. - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

It wasn't very busy when we went, but it was very slow to get your order in. They need to streamline the ordering process better. I ordered a strawberry ice cream and was given a vanilla ice cream. I was quickly given the correct order and it didn't bother me. I think it's important to note that service was a bit slow. The strawberry Ice Cream cone was delicious according to my son. I think he likes anything sweet especially ice cream. I will admit it was pretty good. I probably wouldn't come back as it's a tourist trap. read more

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One of the best things about this place is its location. It's right on the Santa Monica pier, which makes it the perfect spot to grab a treat and then take a walk on the beach. However, apart from that, there weren't many other positive qualities about this place. We only ordered two shakes, but it took a surprisingly long time, around 15-20 minutes, to receive our order. There were sooo many people waiting. The worst part of the experience was the cleanliness of the restaurant. The tables were left with trash on them, the condiment stand was a mess, and it just didn't feel clean anywhere. I understand that it's a busy area and the staff must be occupied with other tasks, but it was a bit much. On a positive note, the shake itself was good. I just don't think it was good enough to make up for the experience overall. read more

Pier Burger - Strawberry shake - Burgers Near Me - Santa Monica, California

The customer service was nice but they gave my food to the wrong person and served me the other persons order. Had to wait for my order to get corrected & was just irritating waiting forever just for a double hamburger lol. Also their buns don't taste very good, not anywhere near as good as a Five Guys bun or honestly a lot of other places, just taste cheap. They were clean, professional, and love that it has a great view of the beach and right next to everything! Would come again, they weren't crazy expensive (everything pictured was $25). read more

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Perfect place to eat for a day at the pier. LOCATION & DECOR: Located on the beach side of the Santa Monica pier right in there middle of the action. Beach shack vibes with indoor and covered seating. The setup is a little wonky. The order line is across the way from the kitchen and right in the middle of the sitting area inside. Another door leads you Right next to the order counter although you can't order from there. You have to find the order line. FOOD & DRINK: -Food: Burgers, fries and hot dogs. Had the Pier Burger and it was so good. A simple burger made right. -Drinks: usual fountain drinks including Dr pepper and Mr. Pibb. PRICE: $$ You'll spend the usual amount for a meal here. Between $10-$20 per person. AMENITIES: -Indoor and extended covered seating. -Fill your own Ketchup and mustard station with lidded containers. -Fountain drinks STAFF & EXPERIENCE: The staff is so fun! They were joking around with each other who could prep food the fastest. They were laughing and servicing customers. Very vocal crew. There are 2 entrances. One for the line to order and another for entry/exit. It's easy to not know where the line is, but it's the door facing the kitchen, not the door parallel to it. You'll see a sign hanging where the line starts. Food for 4 people came out within 15 minutes and was warm and prepared perfectly. Fries were crispy, but could've used more salt or some salt if none was used. However, that's also what ketchup is for. read more

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