I had to check out one of San Diego's best rated burgers. Staff was very helpful explaining the menu, favorite items, the don't miss specialties. I opted 2 sliders and fries meal. I went for the OG award winning Rosemarie's smash burger and Cajun soft shell crab slider. The crab was fried crispy with bay seasoning. The crab was sweet. The breading could have a little thinner to let the crab shine. The smash burger was comforting with melted American cheese, a thousand island dressing, grilled onions on a fluffy bun. The pickles cut through the richness. Lots of different fries options. I went for classic. The fries were crisps. Service with a smile may be cliche but it was such a great warm atmosphere that I would definitely come back when I want to grab a delicious burger in Encinitas. read more

Amazing service and even better food. Justin is the man and the food is well worth the price

if i was going to prison and had a chance to pick one last meal this would be it for sure... cant wait for the next round.. Justin and Sophia had great customer service.. thanks read more

Rosemarie's is a quirky little SD chain featuring deluxe sliders. There's really no argument that this is one of the best places to enjoy some beef. What I like about this location is they have a private parking lot in the back. There is also free street parking. The service has been genuine and helpful. I also really love the chicken wings and onion rings. I also like that they serve Kern's nectar in a can which is a memory from my childhood. Seriously cannot go wrong with any of the food- it's incredible. Inside and outside patio. It's right in the heart of downtown Encinitas. read more

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Awesome burger restaurant in Encinitas! This restaurant gives some coastal New England vibes. You walk in and order at the counter. The staff here are all professional, and friendly. The food has to be the highlight here though, the sliders are some of the best I have had in a while, and so are the onion rings. These are some of the only sliders that don't make me bloated I have had. These fries do have a weird seasoning, which I was not a fan of, but the onion rings make up for it! Overall, this is a great burger option in Encinitas, and I would love to return. read more

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Rosemarie's is right on the edge of a high 4 and a low 5 stars. The food was very good; I tried the Cajun soft shell crab slider, the Classic, and the Little Sal. The Classic was definitely my favorite, and everything was really yummy. Nothing was too outstanding, but I enjoyed every bite and would happily order them again. I'm also glad I ordered a third slider because two probably wouldn't have been quite enough to fill me up. The service was very professional, and the staff gave us some great recommendations. The location was really cool as well. They were in the process of getting their liquor license sorted out, so we ended up sitting at a brewery across the street and they brought our food over to us, which actually worked out perfectly since we planned on having a couple beers with friends. I had a great experience and would gladly return in the future. With just a little extra something, I could easily see this becoming a 5-star spot for me! read more

Rosemarie's Buns and Brews - Soft Cajun Softshell Crab - Burgers Near Me - Encinitas, California

Bomb! Literally stopped by here bc we were at the beach and thank goodness I walked in!!! The Wagyu sliders and soft shell crab was soooo good! Start w the crab (so unique) and then end w the Wagyu! The sliders are small so it's perfect! We also got the elite loaded fries toooed w jalapeños and picked carrots/ cabbage. They were good except very saucey!!! I would ask for it WELL DONE bc I like my fries crispy. Our experience was really good, thanks Justin for your friendly service!!! We took our food Togo bc we wanted some beer so went across the street to culture. Thanks again! read more

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We came here on a weekend afternoon and a World Cup game was playing in the back patio and although the AC was not on (unclear if they have any) on a warm day, it was windy and the shaft made it breezy and cool in the back patio (couldn't say the same for the front part). I ordered elite fries while my friends order the crispy chicken slider and the Hawaiian burger with fries. The fries were generous and overall everyone thought their food was pretty good. However the "elote" fries had very little corn and I could hardly see what was elote about it to be honest. Everyone else said their sandwiches were pretty standard so I'm not sure if we have super high expectations for this place or anything. read more

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Ambiance is nice and lots of seating provided. Ordering wait times need to be improved. We waited approximately 15 minutes at the counter. Recommend someone dedicated to the ordering counter during high peak times. The gent that took our order looked overwhelmed and flustered when he addressed the customers. The sliders we had were too oily. Tasty, but found ourselves thinking twice about what we ate afterwards. The Pick Two meal and wings were ordered. Wagyu was nicely cooked. Bombay was fine. When ordering wings, we asked for the Hickory Honey Dry Rub wings and then was asked what flavor sauce and chose Mango Habanero. I noticed something was wrong with total when I paid but didn't address. Then when wings were brought out we were provided the Hickory Honey Dry Rub in Mango Habanero flavor and second wings (not ordered but charged for) Caesar's Famous Mango Habanero. Note next time verify order before paying. Thanks! read more

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Had such a great experience at Rosemarie's! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and everything felt so inviting. Justin was especially wonderful--he was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. You can tell he genuinely cares about making sure everyone has a great experience. Great service, great vibes, and I'll definitely be back. Highly recommend checking this place out! read more

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Super awesome place to go with the kiddos. It's a family friendly restaurant with a great outdoor patio area for the kids to play before or after eating. The burgers were great! Sliders on a nice brioche bun. They were maybe a tad too oily for me but overall delicious. I think the only drawback was the fries. It has so much potential but it was undercooked which made the blue cheese bacon fries a bit lackluster. Brussels sprouts were good but not to die for. Overall we'd come back for a bite again! read more

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Sliders North county Encinitas Restroom inside the pizza shop Friendly service Fast service Large outdoor seating Small indoor seating Enter from the side order then sit Mexican sodas Pet friendly Amex accepted Parking minimal, street parking Nice menu selection Big TV screen outside 1 of 2 locations Vegetarian options read more

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Such a cute new spot! Rosemarie's was the perfect find for our book club. We sat in the back and loved how spacious it felt. The sliders were delicious and definitely the highlight! They don't have their liquor license for beer yet, but I was happy with my iced tea for now. Kane was so sweet and welcoming. He even brought our food out to us after we ordered at the counter. It got a bit chilly in the back, so bring a sweater until they get some heat lamps! Can't wait to come back for a round of drinks once the bar is fully open. read more

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I was up in the Encinitas area and decided to give Rosemarie's a shot. I ordered the Classic, the Nashville Hot Chicken and Brussel Sprouts. I probably should have ordered a 3rd sandwich as this were sliders and were kinda small. But, I did order the brussels sprouts and they were plentiful. The 2 sliders were good but not great. Like I said, I think a third slider would have put me over the top. The vibe of the restaurant was pretty nice and had a small town feel to it that I liked. When I'm up here again I'll definitely try 3 different sliders. read more

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This interesting spot shares building space with Gelati $ Peccati (and if you haven't had the latter's pizza, go there now--right now--and get some. It is terrific). Rosemarie's is all about sliders and they are done nicely. For a hefty $18 (at this writing), you get two good-sized sliders. I suppose two of these sliders probably equals one burger. Inflation is crazy these days but I suppose $18 is about right for a burger, currently. The nice part is you get to pick two sliders from about 10 or more different slider creations. You can get a very nice "normal" type burger or something very different like the soft shell crab one. For you soft shell crab fans out there, this slider is excellent. It was nicely cooked and had a heap of coleslaw on top. Don't be put off by how the crab looks. You can eat the whole thing. The RosieMac is supposedly made with wagyu. It is a nice burger but mine was a bit overcooked which sort of kills the flavor and the juiciness factor. They don't ask you how you want them cooked so I guess you get 'em how they want you to get 'em. The Round Up is like a Western bacon cheeseburger with an onion ring. This one had a lot more flavor than the Rosiemac. The Classic was fine. The fries are heavily seasoned and are very good. You get a ton of them so two or three people can easily share them. The housemade ranch was weird and not strongly flavored. Just use the stuff from the grocery store, guys. No booze at this location just yet although their menu suggests booze will be coming. I would probably return to try some of their other sliders. read more

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The sliders are a pretty hefty portion! The bun looks small but the meat is definitely filling. We got the soft shell crab one and their award winning. The award winning slider won for a reason! It's such a classic burger. The soft shell crab tasted extremely fresh and light. We also got elote fries which were very much on the spicier side! It didn't really taste like elote and there wasn't as much corn but it was a solid amount of food. I like the 2 for $18 deal on the sliders as well. This spot doesn't have their liquor license yet so no alcohol, btw! It's a great place for families as there is a small play area. Plenty of outdoor seating all around and it wasn't too busy. There were at least 4 picnic tables wide open. The service is really fast and the people are nice. The first time we tried rosemarie's at their first location, we got the Hawaiian one and it was way too saucy. We're glad we decided to try it out again. Will be back! read more

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The RosieMac Burger is legit! Do yourself a favor and GO DOUBLE -- that extra patty is an absolute must. Juicy, cheesy, saucy, messy in all the right ways. One of those burgers where you know from the first bite you made the right decision. Also gotta shout out Justin! Dude's energy is DOPE. Super friendly, welcoming, and just brings a great vibe to the place. That kind of service makes the whole experience even better. Great burger, great people, great vibes. RosieMac Double = the move. Will definitely be back! read more

When you get older, anything new opening has the unfortunate distinction of being compared to a growing lifetime of both fantastic experiences and opinionated nostalgia. So, while I believe Rosemarie's Buns and Brews is both very delicious and worthy of repeat visits, I also can't get the fact that it is haunting the shell of what was once a popular and beloved Angelo's Burgers. With that shadow in my mind, I still have to say that the burgers here are pretty fantastic. The menu is extensive, with an impressive range of proteins from the standard Wagyu to a triple decker fried eggplant to an entire soft shell crab on a grilled bun. Not only is there something for everyone, but there are items to help push the boundaries of what a delicious slider can be. I started with "The Award Winning Rosiemac", a simple slider with a Wagyu patty, cheese, mayo, and onion confit. It was messy, salty, and very delicious. The meat was cooked well, a flavorful outer crust while staying juicy throughout. The onions were soft and sweet. That cheese had melted to the point of being perfectly gooey. And the sauce was a nice mixture that brought a great salty and umami taste and brought it all together. I paired it with The Captain Jack, a slider piled tall with three large grilled shrimp, each plump and juicy with a great bite to them. The pickled cabbage was slightly sweet and tangy. The whole of it was slightly smokey, fresh tasting, with a nice texture that popped in the mouth with every bite. Also on our table were a serving of their Beer-Battered Onion Rings, which were a pretty standard version of this side. Some Red Chili Pork Fries, which would not have been my first choice when ordering loaded fries, and this did little to change my mind. And a serving of their Big Ole'classic Fries which helped showcase how good their ranch and aioli sauces could be. As for the rest of my clan, the wife had the Double Rosiemac, which she simply thought was 'okay'. My son ate The Gnar, a fried chicken thigh marinated in Teriyaki sauce with slices of pineapple, which he enjoyed quite a bit. And he also had the Nashville Hot Chicken, which proved too spicy for him. I had the pleasure of eating the rest and while I found the flavor a bit bland, the chicken itself was perfectly fried; juicy on the inside, with a crust reminiscent of a flakey and crispy Karaage-style breading, that was fantastic on a sandwich. And my daughter had the Kids Chicken Poppers Meal, which she only ate a little bit of, but I personally really liked. The chicken was ground, mixed to the point where the interior of each popper felt light and airy when chewing through the well fried crust. Not only were they pretty good, but they also reheated well the next day. All in all, we had a very impressive dinner here. Not everyone was thrilled with their food, but I liked everything enough to want to come back. And with options like a blue cheese chicken sandwich, a burger with bacon whiskey sauce, and those tantalizing eggplant or soft shell crab sliders still yet to try, I can easily see myself driving back down to Encinitas to try again. I'm just going to have to go to Oceanside first to visit the Angelos there for a burger. read more

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Absolutely delicious flavor! People really need to check this place out! They are working on getting their liquor license, but I will tell you it is definitely worthwhile. You guys should definitely make a pitstop because the amount of flavors and hard work that they put into their burgers goes without words so check them out. Great vibes and atmosphere. The workers were also nice. read more

Rosemarie's Buns & Brews in Encinitas is so nice. The location is painted in a light blue grey color and they have dark blue picnic tables outside. They also have an enclosed dining space and then past that is where you order. So, it is quite spacious. They are a dog friendly (outdoor) and kid friendly space. They even have a tv mounted outside in one area and the tables are pretty flexible for location. I did see two men pick the table up to move it into the sun. I've been to Rosemarie's before in OB with my friends & they were recommending me what they ordered. So, in Encinitas, I decided to try ~$9, The Luau Slider! It's a wagyu slider with pepper jack cheese, onion confit, teriyaki grilled pineapple, house pickled cabbage, Korean bbq + kewpie mayo, on a turano brioche. The wagyu slider for me was quite crispy and thin, I'm unsure if it was supposed to be like smashburger vibes? I didn't mind it though because the crispy edges of the burger plus the juicy grilled pineapple contrasted very well. The use of pepper jack cheese was a good choice since you have that deliciously cooked down onions and sweet pineapple. I wasn't able to taste the Korean BBQ on the luau, but I'm sure if I asked they could have given a little more -- no biggie! 4/5! My aunt had the $8.50, Filet O Mahi Mahi. She let me taste it and omg it was delicious! The fish was beautifully cooked and flaky. The tartar sauce 101% carried the slider. It was so good. I loved all the seasonings and herbs they used in it. 5/5. We also shared the ~$14, Classic Onion Rings! Was given homestyle ranch with a squirt of their chipotle aioli... that little taste was delicious. I'd ask for a container of that next time. We also got ketchup! They gave a lot of rings and they were fried! Not greasy and the perfect amount of batter coated the onions. Some places make it gummy on the inside, but this had a really nice crunch to it. It wasn't overly seasoned with salt either, it did say that it's dusted with smoked paprika! 10/5!! The workers were all very kind and the space was very clean and organized. The food came out in a timely manner and nicely presented as well. I would probably try their fries or the Bombay Hot Chicken next time. I think these sliders, or as they would call it "Lil' Masterpieces" are worth the price! They have so many choices, from classics to more elaborate and unique combos -- something for everyone. read more

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Loveee. Ordered food here for the first time- takeout , so enjoyable and memorable a new top favorite. Loved all the sliders we shared. The chicken was perfect, so tender and juicy. I think one slider is filling enough with all the well combined ingredients. Their fries with corn were something different and worth the try i loved! read more

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I've gotten a bit agoraphobic since the Covid pandemic. part of me resists leaving the house and there's an elevated level of anxiety when I do. it's mostly subtext but definitely there. these days I cringe and the hairs on the back of my neck jump to attention every time I bookmark places that aren't in easy walking distance. caught a YouTube video (Gareth Eats) that included a visit to one of ROSEMARIE's other locations. the host went sphincter factor 7 over their sliders. a well placed lump of coal would be a diamond by now. always a sucker for a good burger, I made the arduous ten minute drive from Carlsbad to Encinitas three times last week. the crispy, BEER-BATTERED ONION RINGS with smoked paprika and a ranch-and-chipotle aioli dip were a guilty pleasure. if you like rings even a little, definitely order these. wife-unit wasn't fond of the paprika so the rings were ordered "hold the paprika" on the third visit. the SPICY ELOTE FRIES, one pound of hand cut French fries, roasted corn, chipotle aioli, pickled peppers, cotija cheese, and micro cilantro, were very interesting. gotta remember to order them extra crispy next time so they'll stand up better to the wet toppings. the WINGS were solid if not spectacular -- ain't no thing but a chicken wing. WE HAVE EGGPLANT are slices of eggplant deep-fried to order and stacked with Korean BBQ sauce, pickled cabbage, and Kewpie mayo on a Turano bun, a great veggie option even hardy meat eaters will enjoy. I did and it was all the prompting my vegetarian (son #4) needed to join the family for New Year's Eve. the LUAU, a 1/4 lb Wagyu slider with jack cheese, onion confit, teriyaki grilled pineapple slice, pickled cabbage, Korean BBQ sauce, and Kewpie mayo) was excellent. I ordered the ROSIE SINGLE, a 1/4 lb Wagyu slider with onion confit, American cheese, Kewpie mayo, and house special sauce on brioche bun, and the nineteen-year-old (#5 son) had a ROSIE DOUBLE (two 1/4 lb patties). amazing. two EVEN COWGIRLS GET THE BLUES giant thumbs up. if you don't get the reference, educate yourself to the genius of Tom Robbins while there's still time ... the LITTLE SAL is a 1/4 lb. Wagyu slider with jack cheese, bacon-whiskey sauce, onion confit, baby arugula, and Kewpie mayo on a Turano brioche bun. easily qualifies as one of the best burger I've EVER had, and I have 77 Yelp burger reviews and a few thousand (mostly pre-Yelp) burgers not reviewed. yeah, it was that good. CAJUN SOFT SHELL CRAB (battered and deep-fried soft shell crab, lemon aioli, and Old Bay slaw) on a Turano brioche bun was disappointing. deep-fried soft-shell crab is almost always disappointing. got excited when I saw it on the menu and momentarily forgot it almost never lives up to my imagined hype. the middle (as seems perpetually to be the case) was mushy with the mouth feel of an undercooked pancake. the NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN slider, a deep-fried chicken SLIVER with duck fat Nashville hot sauce and Kewpie mayo on a Turano brioche bun was AWFUL. lots of breading around a paper-thin slice of yardbird. one-note flavor if you consider cayenne a flavor. EPIC FAIL. the sorriest fried chicken sandwich I've ever had, and I've had a bunch. #2 son and his son both ordered one during our third visit. both raved about it. hopefully my experience was unique. still, I rated ROSEMARIE's five stars because everything else was that good. just buns, no brews. they're still waiting on the city to get off their collective useless butts and issue a beer and wine license. word. read more

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Very very tasty food. If you are not that hungry, you can get one. But the 2 pack is the best as you can change flavors. Burgers are delicious! Sliders? White Castle looks out. These are what sliders should be. My dad says "they don't skimp on the meat". He is raving about them. Firies were tasty and with a sprinkling of paprika too! Madi and Kane gave us excellent service with a huge smile and explained their product well. We will be back for sure. A great fast, delicious, experience. read more

Rosemarie's Buns and Brews - Fries were delicious. Had paprika on them. - Burgers Near Me - Encinitas, California

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So good! My boyfriend and I were spending the day up in Encinitas and happened upon this place when we were walking around looking for lunch. I love that you can mix and match the sliders because it is always hard for me to decide on just one. Between my boyfriend and I we had the Little Sal, The Gnar, Captain Jack, and Cajun Softshell Crab. They were all insanely delicious. Being from Maryland, we both especially enjoyed the Old Bay slaw on the crab slider. We also tried the Elote Fries which I would definitely order again. The owner happened to be there the day we went and was raving about their wings so he gave us some to try on the house, they were great! He also came by our table later to check on us. Service and food 10/10. Happy to see there are also locations in mission and ocean beach so we can go more often. read more

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Very good. I'd definitely come back. Fries were excellent too. Good flavor with the burgers. All of it was excellent. Service was good as well. The young lady today was very nice and hospitable which is refreshing. I also like that I did not feel over full have 2 burgers and fries. It was just enough. read more

This place was OK. I really wanted to like it. I mean who doesn't love sliders? I had the Rosie and the Cajun soft shell crab sliders. Hubby had the Nashville hot chicken and the little sal. We also got a side of half onion rings and half fries to share. I was excited. The Rosie was really good. Nice flavor and gooey cheesy goodness. But the crab slider was super bland. No flavor whatsoever. When you say Cajun to me, I'm thinking flavor and spices. But this had nothing. Maybe a splash of cumin but that is about it. Onion rings and fries were good. It was super expensive for what it was. $50 some odd dollars for four sliders and a side of onion rings / fries at a fast food restaurant. It was a hair steep. Not sure I would ever come back. read more

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I've been here twice now. The food is tasty but greasy as can be. The last time I had the Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich and I ended up taking all the breading off before eating the sandwich to cut down on the grease that was dripping out with every bite. I'm not sure if it's recently changed or not, but when I went there were no BREWS. The fries are spot on. The ambiance is great and the service is fast and friendly. read more

Absolutely the best sliders! Perfect business model to make the burgers small so you can try two! Great choices in the menu, outstanding quality in the and flavors! So, I just learned today, while Rosemaries's waits on their beer and wine permit, if you place your order they will bring it across the street to you at Culture Brewing. How amazing! A big shout out to Justin from Rosemarie's, he's the best. read more

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Love this place. My partner and I love coming here and splitting the 3 slider meal. The sliders are so yummy and filling! The workers are all very kind and always friendly. Couldn't recommend this place more, they are very friendly. They have lots of outdoor seating (also some indoor) and very friendly for people of all ages and dog friendly too! read more

We got a great referral from our daughter in law. This place is a great little wonder off the main drag in Encinitas. Great service. Freak food. The sliders are amazing. Loved the fries and onion rings. Highly recommend a quick bite here. Plan ahead though parking is tough on the weekends. read more

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For being a burger place, this is one of the best salads I've ever had and will definitely be back for it Definitely a great option for someone wanting a green and lean choice That being said everyone else loved the burgers too! read more

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I walk by almost every day and finally made it in last night. The signature "Rosiemac" slider was PERFECT. The pickles, the beef, the sauce, the bun, the cheese the sauce....perfection. The fries are also amazing. Can't wait for them to get their alcohol license and sit out on the patio on an nice evening! read more

Rosemarie's is one of a kind. There is no comparison to their unique and flavorful burgers - my personal favorite is the Bombay Chicken that is unlike any other concoction you'll experience. The only thing that rivals the quality of their food is the personal touch added as soon as you walk through the door. The owner, Nick, is often a smiling face you will see that welcomes you in like you're a family member waiting to be fed. This newest location in Encinitas is outstanding for the whole family with their huge outdoor seating area - where they'll occasionally even host music, movies, and other fun. Do yourself a favor and cruise in! read more

This is one of the best burgers in San Diego and I can tell why! They have different types of sliders to choose from but then they also have their classic Rosie's burger. I got the double Rosie and man it was thick and juicy! The sauce is so good and the meat is tender. We also go the fries with paprika which I would say is just alright. The duck fat wings are good as well! If you are in the mood for dessert get the churros to share! Comes with caramel sauce, chocolate sauce and ice cream. I wish I took pictures but it was so good I had to dig in. read more

Super nice service staff! Outlined the process and suggested perfect items for my husband and I. Sandwiches come slider style, can mix them up. I had a cheeseburger and a chicken sandwich slider, my husband had one double cheeseburger slider. We split fries. Loved everything! Great ranch too. Nice to have a space in downtown Encinitas where families can dine and there is a small area with fake grass and a few games for kids to run around and play at. read more

Amazing place! Great vibe and the burger tasted even better. Highly recommend this gem in Encinitas downtown. Very kid friendly with a place for kids to roam around. read more

By far the best burgers I've ever had! if you have been to rosemaries you havn't lived! also Sofia is amazing!!!! we love her

This is the place! The sliders were amazing and the ambiance is just as good. This is SOCAL living! read more

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Outstanding burgers, all using moist, flavorful wagyu beef. They call them sliders but though they're served on a small (freshly cooked) bun, all the patties are 1/4lb, plenty for me. I'll be back. read more

Rosemarie's Burgers just opened in Encinitas. They have two other locations south of this location. Each slider is juicy and made with high quality ingredients. They're small enough that you can sample a good variety and not have to settle for just one. Two sliders for $17. We ordered a soft shell crab and regular slider. Delicious! read more

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