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    Sal's Burgers

    4.6 (314 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    SAL'S BURGERS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Sals burger and sweet potato fries
    Luis S.

    What stood out to me about this place was the freshness of the meat. This burger spot prides itself on serving halal beef and chicken, and you can definitely taste the difference. The restaurant is a little small and run by a friendly gentleman. They were getting a good amount of DoorDash orders while I was there, which is always a good sign. I tried the Sal Burger with sweet potato fries. The burger was cooked well, and the meat tasted fresh and flavorful. I wanted to order a second patty! The fries were also crispy and tasty. Yes, the prices may be a little high, but the quality of the meat and burgers makes up for it. Next time, I'll probably try one of the chicken sandwiches.

    Naomi J.

    $15-18 per burger, I would give the patty melt 3 stars but my partner gives it 4 out of 5 stars. The onion rings were impressive, though, the cashier said they were made in-house and I'd believe that (especially because I saw a 50lb bag of onions in the hallway ). The employees were very friendly (encouraged our big group to move tables around, etc) and the vibes were family-owned business. I might to go back to try other burger(s) but the location is a bit out of my way, and at the $17/burger price point, there are plenty of other places in San Mateo I can try or return to.

    Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Garlic Fries
    Michelle R.

    Food and service amazing! I have tried spicy chicken sandwich and it was 10/10 probably my favorite. The picture is a grilled chicken sandwich which was also delicious. Their garlic fries are a MUST!!

    All American Burger
    Mariela H.

    This is one of those places where you walk in and know the food is going to be good! Its a small business where the burgers are made to order and the staff is so kind! For sides we did onion rings and garlic fries and we have no notes. Both were warm and crispy. The garlic fries were the perfect amount of garlic and the parmesan cheese on them paired perfectly. I got the All American burger and it was a well made classic burger. Patty has a great flavor to it and didn't taste at all greasy! Would definitely recommend trying if you are in the area!!

    Cowboy burger and fries
    Adam S.

    What a fantastic burger! Juicy not greasy, cooked hot to order and the burger bun holds together to the last bite. I got the cowboy burger which was great. You need to unhinge your jaw to eat it but man is it good. The bbq sauce is an awesome addition to the flavor.

    The counter.
    Dave L.

    We stopped in for dinner on a Tuesday evening. It was a little slow, but our food came out quickly and was excellent. We got a burger, a chicken sandwich fries and a shake. It was all excellent. The buns were really good. The meat was perfect. Not greasy or overcooked. Service was also very good. We will be back.

    Inside, small and had a barnyard/winery aesthetic
    Jay P.

    Halal hamburger place in San Mateo. Sal's made SF Chronicles "Top Burgers in the Bay Area" list. It's located in a large plaza at the W Hillsdale exit and is on the left side. I like the interior design, it feels a bit like a vineyard with a simple chandelier inside, dark wood floors, and plants on the walls. Sal at the register was such a nice gentleman, super patient while we stared and debated the menu and he heard my wife accidentally spill some strawberry lemonade and came running with a rag for us. Sal's Classic: 6 oz patty, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, house sauce. Burger tasted slightly under-seasoned but the house sauce was nice. Tasted like a slightly spicy light BBQ-taste thousand island. All-American: 6 oz patty, halal beef bacon, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, sautéed onion, pickle, house sauce. This one was as great with bacon. Kids Cheeseburger: I had the same thing happen at Shake Shack because sometimes kid sizes ended up being huge. They are properly kid sizes at Sal's like a slightly bigger cheap McDonald's hamburger size. We ordered one for the kids to share but it wasn't enough so we ordered another one. Strawberry lemonade: House made, had a rich light red color and a good balance of sour and sweet.

    The menu with current prices as oh March 2026
    Irma C.

    1st time at Sal's burger. My daughter and I ordered the same burger with different sides and both had the chocolate milk shakes, everything was amazing. The burger was charbroiled and hand formed and it had bacon, lettuce,tomatoes,pickles, onions & their sauce all these fresh ingredients combined well, it was cooked perfectly and very juicy. We loved them! The fries were thin and crispy. The onion rings were bread and also crispy, both good, their milk shakes were creamy and brought back childhood memories, it was nostalgic. The locale was busy, clean and decorated in good taste. The tables were bussed rapidly and Sal himself was at the front of the establishment, something that I believe is very important to me. When the owner is present it shows pride of ownership and this is awesome, he was very friendly and when we asked for suggestions he was forthcoming with his favorite. I highly recommend you come enjoy a meal, you won't regret it. The pictures do not do the food justice, but it was worth it. We will definitely return and try their other menu items.

    All American with garlic fries
    claire m.

    I've been wanting to eat here for quite some time. Finally made it happen. The service was so so friendly. I ordered the American and it was huge and delicious! The bacon was super yummy. I also ordered garlic fries and hands down soooo good! I will be back!

    Rose R.

    I tried Sal's Burgers with my family and let me just say it's definitely a tasty burger spot. We ordered the bacon burgers and the buffalo wings and they did not disappoint. Their bacon is the first thing that was gone because it's just that good. I do wish there was more cheese on the burger but that's not a big issues their fries are very good but the star of the show was definitely their house sauce. We ordered it on the side and dipped into it instead. Their wings are extremely saucy yet crispy! I honestly would give this place a 5 stars but they are definitely overpriced. I do wish they had napkins at the table or even next to the water station because we kept having to ask for napkins. I'd like to point out the guy working at the front was incredibly kind and outgoing. I will definitely be coming here again to try more of their menu items. Overall this place is great and definitely a hidden gem I would absolutely recommend this place as it's super cozy inside and has amazing food. :)

    Sal's burger w/ garlic fries
    Alexcia S.

    Went to this place for the first time last week and the Sal's burger was a decent burger. The only thing I would add is Mayo. Can't go wrong with Mayo just because it makes your burger more juicy. I did minus their sauce just because I'm not a cheesy kinda person. I would definitely be coming back to have some more sweet potatoes fries. Their fries taste like they add cinnamon and that just gives it a different kind a twist. Highly recommend their garlic fries as well.

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    Nur S.

    Our favorite place! We always drive from San Jose just to eat here, and it's absolutely worth it every time. My kids love it so much and always ask to come back. The burgers are juicy and flavorful, and the chicken wings are crispy and delicious. Everything tastes fresh and made with care. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the service is always friendly. Highly recommend -- especially for families!

    Joanna H.

    Cute, local burger shop tucked away in Laurelwood plaza area of San Mateo. They have made-to-order classic American burgers made with halal meat. These are truly hearty, filling burgers that come with a side of fries. You can also substitute the side of regular fries with garlic fries or sweet potato fries for an additional cost. If you plan to order to-go, expect a 15-20 minute wait. You can order via phone/call in advance to avoid the wait. The burger is made-to-order and the fries are freshly fried. Super hot and crispy fries.

    Vegan burger and sweet potato fries (the onion rings were not vegan unfortunately)

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    Good friendly service and great burgers. Not crowded. Go if you can. It's affordable

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    I love how cozy and quiet that spot is. Burger smells fresh and the fries are crispy. Will definitely try again.

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    Ask the Community - Sal's Burgers

    Is the chicken and steak also halal?

    Yes everything in this place is halal

    I noticed you have Halal food. I also noticed you have bacon on some burgers. Are those halal beef bacon?

    Yes, exactly, it’s halal beef bacon.

    What's the size of the burgers 1/3 or 1/2?

    Hi the size of our burger patty is 6 ounces

    Do they offer gluten-free and dairy-free buns?

    They have a vegan burger that is served with a vegan bun. I don't know if that bun is gluten free.

    Do they have Coca Cola? I don't see any soft drinks on the on line menu?Also what is the cost?

    Hi anthony, Yes we do have coca cola (diet and regular) as well as other beverages. A can of coke is $1.75. Let us know if you have any other questions. Thank you

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