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Pocket Burger Shack

4.7 (1.2k reviews)
Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Pocket burger with tots. Burger is huge
Gladys F.

Still a gem to this day. Service and food has remained consistent and happy to have such a staple in the area. Burgers are well made and cooked fresh and fries/tots always hit the spot.

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Renata L.

Nothing beats a satisfying brunch after a surf sesh. Burger and burrito took care of that and the horchata was a cherry on top. Owner was wonderful and gave us a history of the place.

Tri-Tip Sandwich

5 star!!! Tri-Tip Sandwich so so delicious! Definitely recommend. the staff was super friendly and helpful. Also recommend getting the agua Fresca they had strawberry watermelon today so yummy! I will definitely be back to try other items on the menu :)

Visitors can park right in front Sunset Beach USPS just a block away, but for no more than 10 minutes max (Jul 2025)
Luke L.

*** Extra $0.75 fee for using credit card *** Pocket Burger Shack is a small hole-in-a-wall & husband/wife owned burger shack and was ranked #82 on the Yelp's Top 100 Places to Eat for 2015. They also recently received Visit Huntington Beach's first annual Foodie Awards in 2025 - winning "Best Family Friendly Restaurant" and "The Best Burger in Huntington Beach" (Sunset Beach is an incorporated part of Huntington Beach). Their burgers are made from Wagyu mixed beef patties, preservative-free potato brioche buns, and housemade "Pocket" sauce. [Parking]: It is almost impossible for visitors to find free public parking here on busy weekends. All parking spots on N Pacific Ave were all taken. However, visitors can park right in front Sunset Beach USPS just a block away, but for no more than 10 minutes max. [Amenities]: No public restroom. Three outdoor tables with tents. [Menu]: Going by Yelp's top recommendations they would be Tri-tip Burger and Breakfast Burrito. Their Breakfast Burrito is served all day with one protein options (chorizo, sausage, bacon, ham, spam, or soyrizo) and one potato option (house potatoes, tater tots, or French fries). I ask the cashier and he only suggested house potatoes and said your "typical' options like bacon or ham. *** Breakfast Burrito (three eggs, cheese, sour cream, onions, bell peppers, and pico de gallo wrapped in a flour tortilla - bacon, mild aka green sauce, house potatoes, no beans - $14.00): Talk about one HUGE portion - it was enough for two people to share. If a burger with no patty (just onions and bell peppers + replace patties with bacon) ever has a baby with breakfast burrito, then this is what it would look like. Personally this burrito could have slightly more bacon and less burrito. Green salsa was good as it had a little bit of heat. *** In hindsight I probably should've pick tater tots instead of house potatoes for better texture. While this breakfast burrito was a little bit different that what I normally have, overall this shack still makes some pretty solid breakfast burrito.

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Dan L.

The service was great but expect a wait for the food if you don't order ahead! The owner greeted us and brought the food to us outside - very friendly. The people working here were all family and that gave this a great vibe. There are a few picnic benches outside but many people pick up and go. You can order ahead so you don't have to wait around. We will be back to try the breakfast burritos. Convenient location if you are visiting Sunset Beach.

Vegan Burger and Garlic Fries to go!
Bryan L.

Found this spot on yelp as I was passing through the neighborhood so I decided to stop... I was not disappointed! As soon as I rolled up somebody was offering me a sample of their Agua Fresca which turned out to be one of the best I've ever had.. There were several things on the menu that I wanted to try but I chose the vegan burger as that's what had been on my mind when I was searching Yelp. It was the standard Impossible patty on a nice brioche with their "pocket" sauce that hits like a teriyaki, will definitely be getting an extra side of the sauce next time. The garlic fries were the best I've had to date, that was a nice surprise!

Pocket Burger with garlic fries
Amie G.

This place is a MUST visit. Burgers are amazing and fresh, and the garlic fries are the BEST. the owner Daniel is super cool and welcoming. Can't wait to visit again

Pocket Burger... so good!
Fernando A.

Still one of the best burgers around! It's been a while since I stopped at Pocket Burger, but after a late morning surf I was driving by and saw that parking and seating were available, so I and had to stop. This level of burger is a real treat. It's better than most burgers at a sit down restaurant. I need to come more often!

Onion rings, garlic fries and a pocket burger
Taeler H.

This was our second visit to Pocket Burger as we are not often on this stretch of PCH, but unlike Sade said, it was as good as the first time. Last time I got the tri-tip burger which was a huge but delicious and juicy burger, and garlic fries which left me full and satisfied for the rest of the day. Today I got the pocket burger, and fries come with it but we uncharged for the garlic fries which disappoint, and got a side of onion rings too. Remembering the portion sizes, my husband and I decided to split all this instead of getting a second burger. The onion rings were hot and crunchy, so fresh and tasted house made. The garlic fries are also crunchy, hot and delicious but topped with a heavy minced garlic topping. I love garlic so this was right up my alley. The showstopper was the burger, yes sides are great and I'm glad we tried the onion rings this time, but that burger was fire . The sauce, the flavor, the fresh egg and veggies! It was a true masterpiece. Their sign doesn't lie, they truly do have the best burgers in town. FYI - this is a local, family owned business with very nice people running the restaurant. The only seating is outdoors at picnic tables. Most folks seem to get their food to go as seating is limited. We went for lunch around 1:00 - 1:30pm on a Tuesday and had no issues getting a seat. Last time we came on a weekend and almost did not get a table.

Manny N.

Pocket burger is great! Also there home made drinks. Daniel is awesome. I will be going back to try the burritos

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Mike L.

We took a bike ride to Sunset Beach and happened across this place. Sure glad we did, it was delicious! Ordered the Pocket Burger and BBQ Burger with onion rings. There is a reason why they received a 2025 Foodie Award for Best Burger. Outstanding flavor and taste! The owners Lori and Daniel have put their heart and soul into this establishment and it shows. They are also some on the nicest people you will meet. The restaurant has a small counter inside and several shaded tables in front. It has the classic Mom and Pop burger feel. Parking in front is limited, but there is ample spots in the back. If you are craving a savory and perfectly crafted burger, look no further!

Jocelyn S.

The most delicious, crispy, freshly made onion rings. You know when you take a bite of shitty diner onion rings and the onion slips out like cheap panties and a dollar store wh-. Well this isn't that. The onion rings were crafted by the gods behind the counters. The burger constructed from the grill to the ceiling with an egg, large patty, lettuce tomato and onion. So large you can hardly get it in one bite. This place is a local favorite for a reason. Fighting demons to look for parking is worth it when this is the reward. 10/10

Barbara S.

Enjoying the area while visiting kiddos for the holiday. It was a lazy morning at Bolsa Chica RV Park and decided to grab a quick breakfast. I got a breakfast sandwich: plain bagel with ham, scrambled egg and tots. You definitely get quite a bit for $8 but really wasn't a fan. The bagel was fresh and nicely toasted but had a lot of butter or mayo. The ham was tasty but the egg was not my favorite. It appeared to be cooked in a microwave and was undercooked for my liking. The tots were plenty and good. I decided to deconstruct the sandwich and eat the bagel and ham separately. All in all the sandwich was acceptable. Service was quick and personable. The establishment was clean and welcoming. The food was nicely packed with napkin and condiments. A plus in my book! So, if you want a quick bite to eat on the way to/fro the beach, stop on it but before 3 when they close.

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First time here!! Best tri-tip ever!! Everyone is super friendly will be back for sure!!

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Love this place food is great people service everything is outstanding go there and eat u will not be sorry

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omg, Pocket burger !! There's no restroom for customers, but you can look for the public restroom by Sunset beach.

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Really great burgers!!!! Kids menu is good too!!! Very friendly service! Check it out!

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12 years ago

Bomb.com! This place has everything even a dog bowl for your dog. Perfect after surfing at nearby Huntington beach surf city USA.

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I had the chicken bowl.... Be sure to get the peanut sauce on the side unless you want your veggies to taste like peanut butter.

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11 years ago

Love their food especially their chocolate shake...had burgers and garlic fries too... will definitely recommend...

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Wonderful burger. Amazing sauce. The service was great and fast. I will come every time I go to sunset beach!! Great little find.

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Best burger place around! Rarely eat burgers but when I do I come get for the tri tip burger!

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10 years ago

that was one damn good burger. Steak Quesadilla was on point as well and the portions were great for the price too

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Hidden gem for sure. The trip tip quesadilla is out of this world! I'll definitely be back and would highly recommend trying this place

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Food so good you'll nut your pants, make sure to bring extra underwear when you come.

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Spontaneous visit at the shack after surf and loved their date milkshake. Seems popular as well, since there were many other customers.

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When did they change ownership?

Saw on their IG around 2021.

Do they have a gluten free menu?

No but they can lettuce wrap a burger instead of a bun.

Hey thats pretty good?

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