The food was great. We ordered the California Burger, the Regular Burger, sizzle fries, and tater tots. The burgers tasted fresh. Fries were nice shoe string fries and tater tots were nice and crispy. Pricing was great too. Will definitely come back! read more

Hands down the best burger spot in East County! My husband and I come here at least once a week, and it just keeps getting better since they first opened. The burgers are always fresh (they grind their meat on-site) and flavorful, the fries and tots are crispy and delicious, and the milkshakes are a good sweet treat. Their breakfast sandwiches are also seriously underrated! One of the best parts is how friendly and welcoming the owners are! You can tell this is a true family-run business because the whole family works there and treats customers so well. The restaurant is always super clean and has a great atmosphere. Just a heads up, there are no bathrooms, but honestly the food and service more than make up for it. We're so happy to have this place in East County! read more

Got the sizzle burger with fries and a drink. The fries were thin and lacking in quantity - the beef here was tasty but yes, extremely thin because they're smash burgers essentially! If I come back, I would probably get something heftier. They only had bottled drinks here and parking was plentiful. read more

Small place located off Los Coches road. Friendly staff. About 6 tables for dine in. You can see the magic on the grill while you order. We ordered the single classic and double classic, with fries and a fresh lemonade. Burger was cooked to perfection. A real smash burger. The burger had good flavor and toppings were perfect. Good size at a good price. The fries were cooked perfectly with the right amount of crunch and salt. Served fresh and hot. The sizzle shack lemonade was perfect for the hot summer day. I highly recommend this place. A simple menu of burgers and great also do all day breakfast. I give this place a 10 for 10. A must try. Will definitely fine back again read more

Sizzle Shack Burger - Double Classic burger. Yummy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - El Cajon, California

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New to me. Right off the 8 Freeway in Lakeside. Lupita was friendly and helpful. Very clean restaurant with 4 tables of 4 seats. Opened about 1 year ago. Tried the sizzle burger, fries and a chocolate shake. My plus 1 had a California Burger. The burgers are smash burger style and made to order. The verdict-Delish! It's like if In and Out and Smash Burger had a baby. Chocolate shake for dessert and it's a winning combo! read more

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I went to Sizzle Shack the other day when I was looking for some lunch. My coworker and I walked in and were greeted by the cashier, who I think might have been the owner. He was super nice and polite, explained the restaurant's concept, and even recommended some fan favorites. I went with the classic with some fries, and my coworker got something else. The burger was so good and tasty; it was cooked perfectly, and the fries were great. He makes a homemade ranch sauce that's really tangy and full of dill, but it still tasted really good. We'll definitely be back! read more

Sizzle Shack Burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - El Cajon, California

The place was nice and clean. No public bathroom even for customers. The sizzle burger was tasty. Hit the spot while I was doing laundry. The chicken sandwich was good too BUT it wasn't really a chicken patty but one chicken tender. I don't have a problem with them using tender instead of a patty but just a single one wasn't enough for the sandwich. Way too much bread. Either use 2-3 tenders to fill the whole bun OR serve it as a chicken tender hot dog in a hot dog bun. read more

Sizzle Shack Burger - Original Chicken Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - El Cajon, California

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MOVE OVER, In 'n OUT!!! Sizzle Shack has moved IN & came to impress!!! Not a drive-thru, not a chain, and not a frozen patty in sight! Mike, the owner, talked to me about how important it was to him to find quality ingredients that tasted good. He took his time to create a sit down burger spot that stands out in quality and flavor. From the hand-scooped milkshakes, to the freshly ground (in house) beef and lightly breaded (not frozen) chicken to the hand made Sizzle sauce, everything was curated for a no-frills, yet yummy experience. The simple dining room is clean and inviting. No soda fountain, but if you decide against the milkshakes, there are bottles of Coke products. The menu isn't overloaded with unnecessary items, just enough to make your mouth water. There is a burger of the month for something different. Today, we chose the California burger, the chicken sandwich, Sizzle fries, a vanilla milkshake, and a chocolate chip milkshake. Everything was so tasty, I had to ask questions. Which is how I learned about Mike's search for the right ingredients. Let me tell you, nothing was greasy or overdone. Everything was tasty & perfectly cooked. Even the pickles were perfect. The chicken surprised us, it was so light. Most chicken sandwiches are overbreaded, over- seasoned, or are greasy. This was lightly and not the slightest bit greasy. He buys them pre-made, but not frozen. According to my wife, this was the best chicken sandwich she's ever had. The smashed patties in the burger were a perfect touch. Happily, my burger was delicious and the right amount of messy, meaning, they don't skimp on anything. There was enough smashed avocado to have some in every bite. The Sizzle fries were crispy, cheesy, messy goodness from the first fry to the last. The sauce is also made in-house. Crispy fries, grilled onions, cheese, and Sizzle sauce make this a yummy sidekick for your burger or sandwich. Even with the milkshakes, our taste buds & tummys were completely satisfied! read more

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This place is one of my fav burger places in San Diego! Tried it for the first time and it was delicious. Do note I'm a vegetarian so I am commenting on their falafel burger but it was SO good and the price can't be beat. I do wish their fries weren't cooked in beef so we could get those too as they look amazing. Staff was also super nice when I went to pick it up! read more

This is a great hidden gem in San Diego County! While hamburgers may appear ordinary, this place makes them special. We were told they fresh grind all their meat, and that attention to detail shines through in the final product. You can taste the actual beef along with their "sizzle sauce," and condiments. My mom and I had the "sizzle burger," the entry-level burger, but it was hugely satisfying. My husband opted for the monthly speciality, the jalapeño popper burger, which he said lived up to its name. There's also the option to add more patties, which we may consider next time. Seeing as all the fast-food places are charging double digits for their burgers and are mass-produced, this is where you want to put your money - and support a small, local business. The French fries were thin and fried perfectly. We saw other customers ordered milkshakes, which were blended upon request - we'll have to try them next time! Seeing as all the fast-food places are charging double digits for their burgers and are mass-produced, this is where you want to put your money - and support a small, local business. They're kind of tucked away in the corner of a tiny strip mall and behind a gas station, but definitely worth seeking out! read more

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Simple menu, fantastic burgers and shakes with real ice cream. Highly recommend this place.

What a sweet little Mom n Pop! Burgers are a Smash (). First visit convinced me, been back since. Good food and good prices!

Sizzle shack is now the best casual burger in east county. The patties are actually good quality

Have you ever received something and you can tell it came from a professional? Like, the craftsmanship just speaks for itself. Strange to think of a burger like that, but you can taste the freshness. The burger and fries were cooked to perfection. The burger was so good, that after I was done, I wished I was still hungry so I could go order another burger, but, alas, I was full. I will definitely return. 5/5 does not do it justice, this is a 10/10!!! The restaurant is clean and has a small area for seating. The grill/kitchen area looks very clean as well. Staff is very friendly, she said they have been open for five months (as of Oct. 2025) and the beef is ground fresh in house, also all the sauces are made fresh In-House. You can taste the difference, I thought I had fresh stuff before, but maybe not. Since this is my first visit, I will have to try a few more times before I can say "this is the best Smashburger" and take the title from Friendly Tavern. For those coming from San Diego you may say to yourself the drive is not worth it, but after that first bite, you will change your mind. read more

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This place is great! The staff were friendly and happy to have us there. The smash burgers were delicious and cooked perfectly. The meat, bun, topping ratio was great. Don't forget about the fries they were crispy with a hint of salt. They grind their own beef in house and make their our ranch. You can definitely tell and it makes all the difference in an awesome burger. The restaurant itself is nice and clean. Nothing fancy but exactly what I'm looking for in a great burger spot. They have burgers, sides, shakes, and they even serve breakfast! We will definitely be back. Thanks Sizzle Shack for a great burger! read more

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Update to add a photo of the actual food! (Which, we came back only two days later. Just couldn't stop thinking about it, and it's so close by for us!) We went a little closer to lunch time, and so there were more people coming and going to pick up their orders for take out. Got the same sizzle burger combo but this time with double patties. Tots and ranch were so good. The owner recognized us for coming back so soon, and he was cutting up some steak so he let us sample it. So good! They're so friendly. Hope they stay a long time! read more

Sizzle Shack Burger - Six Sizzle Burger Combo Tater Tots - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - El Cajon, California

Craving burgers but not the same old places. Went to yelp and Sizzle Shack was the first one not sponsored on the list. And it was right around the corner. I've driven by this often but never noticed it. Strange. The burgers were great! Lacy and thin. My daughter is a vegetarian and they do offer a falafel burger but she went for the breakfast burger with just eggs and cheese. She said it was the best she's ever had. The fries and the tots were great. I was disappointed in my burger a little though I requested avocado and was given guacamole instead. I'm not a huge fan of certain guacamoles and this one was that kind. I wish a smash burger type restaurant would make a pizza burger. There's a place in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina called Second Street that makes one and I miss it. read more

This is a top tier "hole in the wall" burger spot. You walk in and it's nice and clean with a neutral vibe and very friendly service people and owners. I ordered the classic cheeseburger double combo with fries and my girlfriend got the sizzle double with pepper jack. Food was on point! Don't let the location deter you, this is a bomb spot to eat at, as good if not better than all the smash burger places we've been to around San Diego. read more

Sizzle Shack Burger - Storefront - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - El Cajon, California

The food was delicious and the people were very nice and friendly plenty of places to sit and eat

I think their smash burgers are my favorite I am so glad I tried them out , great energy and service , highly recommend them.

I had a nice breakfast sandwich and iced coffee from this new burger joint in Lakeside. I had the ham and eggs on brioche for $5.49 plus tax, and the regular iced coffee with no sugar for $3.99. The breakfast sandwich was simple yet tasty. I liked it. Both the ham and eggs were cooked and seasoned well. I do wish that they expand their cheese offerings outside the choice of American Cheese. The iced coffee was good. It reminded me of a medium roast. It was smooth and easy to drink. The service was very friendly. They offer a good amount of inside seating. They specialize in burgers but also offer a variety of breakfast sandwiches and burgers. read more

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If I blinked wouldn't know this place was here. Great welcoming customer service with a smile. Really cool that they grind their own beef. That is a huge plus. The only thing they don't make fresh are the buns. For sure will come back as this place is nice, clean and well organized with a simple menu read more

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We were so excited to see that sizzle shack finally opened, since we live close by. We decided to place an online order and pick it up. We ordered a single Sizzle Burger and a double sizzle burger. We also ordered Bacon Cheese Fries and a mocha Iced Coffee. We arrived and they looked pretty busy. I did not see a sign for pickup orders, so I just went up to the register and told them who I was. They handed me a bag and my iced coffee that was sitting right by the register. The restaurant had seating available and was very clean. Both burgers were very tasty and pretty large. The Bacon Cheese Fries were good, but they were very squished in the container, so it was awkward to eat them. We would definitely try sizzle burger again, maybe next time we will try breakfast. read more

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We've had Sizzle Shack a few times now and it's been perfect every time! Hot, delicious and fresh. Love this place!

I never write reviews but i NEEDED to write this one. DO NOT EAT HERE. DO NOT SPEND YOUR MONEY HERE. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME HERE. The place was completely empty and yet the service was horrible. The owner of the store is SOOO rude and made me feel SO UNCOMFORTABLE to be there because he was yelling at another worker instead of quietly talking in the back. Another thing I noticed was that no one washed their hands and no one was using gloves when prepping food or making online orders. They say their meat is fresh but you can tell it isn't because I watched the workers pull out a patty that was COMPLETELY GREY. I was so disgusted by the rude behavior, the lies about "fresh" meat and the lack sanitation all around. The health department NEEDS to go check this place out and their documents because i promise yall this, THIS IS NOT A REAL BUSINESS. People really do just open up shops without any knowledge of what it takes to run an ACTUAL business and it SHOWS! read more

The place nice and clean and staff was very helpful and very nice. They recommended the sizzle burger and combo. Got food and it was great not a thing wrong with any of it. Meat was very good and bun was perfect. With so many fast foods restaurants near, the freshness and supporting local restaurants is to me way better. Stop and get some great food. Everyone that left said great food as they walked out. read more

Omg the crispiness!!! Add a hash brown to the breakfast burger, you won't be disappointed! Always fresh beef and eggs! Delish! read more

Sizzle Shack Burger - Br Breakfast Cheeseburger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - El Cajon, California

I got the California burger and wow it was so yummy! Very friendly staff, clean environment, and quick service. I basically inhaled my food so no photographic evidence but 10/10 and will be coming back! read more

We all enjoyed our burgers. I got the falafel burger. It was delicious and tasty much like a typical falafel just in a different form factor. They are fast and service was friendly. It's a small strip mall location so there isn't a ton of room inside. More of a take out sort of spot. read more

Sizzle Shack Burger - Smashed Falafel Burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - El Cajon, California

This amazing little burger shop may be small, but it's packed with flavor! Today I tried the sizzle fries, and they were absolutely delicious--honestly even better than In-N-Out. The staff is always so kind and does their best to accommodate exactly what you want, whether it's choosing one or two patties or customizing how thick you'd like your Oreo shakes. They truly go above and beyond, and it shows in both their food and service. Even though they haven't been here long, I already couldn't imagine this area without them! read more

Sizzle Shack Burger - Sizzle Fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - El Cajon, California

I stopped by because yelp recommended this place and I was craving a good burger. All I could say was, "fo sizzle my nizzle." The smash burger was smashing and they have a tots option. I just lie love tots. I took my date there and she loved it as well. It was clean but had an overwhelming onion smell throughout the restaurant. However, the service was devine along with the food. I want to try the fries and breakfast burger next time. I'm sure it won't let me down. read more

Sizzle Shack Burger - Burger with tots - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - El Cajon, California

Ok finally trying out this place. Parking is good plenty of it. Now the place is a little small with some indoor seating. Very clean. Employees hands down the best very friendly , answers questions walk in with a smile . Small menu which makes it easy to order and hopefully come back and try other items. Prices ok . The burgers were AMAZING!!! I purchased for three people and they all loved it. The sizzle sauce is different but creamy lots of flavor. I was surprised a burger could taste that good. We did combos so fries looked like McDonald's without all the salt. And you get a good amount. They make their own ranch dressing which also was very good. I literally can't say anything bad. Definitely stop by and try it out. Everything was cooked and fresh and tasted great. read more

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Absolutely amazing!!! Highly recommend!! Great quality and hit the spot!! The homemade ranch is a must!

Burgers was all made fresh on grill. Highly recommend this hole in the wall spot!!! 10/10

This spot was definitely great. The food and service were amazing. It was clean. As soon as we walked in we were greeted. They offered suggestions and answered any questions we had. We will definitely be back. read more

Sizzle Shack Burger - Single California Burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - El Cajon, California

One of the best burgers I've had. Well seasoned meat, perfect size, delicious crispy fries and reasonably priced. Don't miss out on this burger if you're in East County. We will definitely be back. read more

The reviews were right, this place is great. Definitely one of the best burgers in San Diego ... in the middle of nowhere!! Definitely worth the drive. I ordered online and the food was hot and ready when I arrived about 10 minutes later. This unassuming hole in the wall place was clean and minimalistic...the focus is on the food and not a lot of extravagant decor. Sizzle Burger (double) 5 out 5 stars Tater Tots 5 out of 5 stars read more

Tried restaurant first time. Got bacon, cheeseburger smash burger combo. Fresh, Tastey. Wish they had crinkle, criss cross fries not shoe string. Come back again when I'm area read more

I'm a big fan of the "In and Out", figure I would try the Sizzle Shack Burger. I order the single patty combo, after a few minutes the burger was delivered to my table. The burger reminded me of my dad's smash burger with toasted buns. I could see the melted cheese and dripping with juices. I took a healthy bite and "Wow" it was amazingly delicious full of flavor. I have to admit it was better than the In and Out. Try this place out you won't be disappointed. read more

Finally a good burger spot in El Cajon !!! Came here with two of my buddies here right when they opened. I got the sizzle burger made it a double and it tasted just like in n out ! So bomb ! My friend got breakfast burger and loved it ! My buddy got the falafel burger, which I have never seen ! He loved it as well. We all got shakes from their secret menu. Chocolate chip cookie shakes ! We ended up sharing sizzle fries and those were spectacular as well ! Lots of seating inside the restaurant. The staff was nice and it was clean which is always a plus. When I come back definitely trying the falafel burger ! read more

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