Sparks has lost its touch. It's poorly managed dirty, and the food is not the same. I was let down. I won't be making the drive back down to Hatch anymore. read more

Great food and fun place to eat - we will be back again! Green chili cheeseburger was amazing!!!

Voted one of the best hamburgers in the nation for a reason. I believe that reason is their cheese sauce. My girlfriend took me to Sparky's for a surprise date and boy were my expectations exceeded. What I felt like started out as just any good hamburger turned into an experience where I've dreamed about the cheese sauce in which it comes with. I ordered just the regular hatch green Chile burger with the big fries. The line took us about 15-20 minutes to stand in to be able to place our order but luckily they had mist fans because you have to order outside(we were sweating). Inside is filled with all sorts of Knick knacks and fun trinkets and the AC was a nice touch after being outside for a while. Across the street was also some really fun statues that were cool to take pictures by to remember the store with. The burger at first bite just seemed like a really good green Chile burger. One I would definitely go for again just by itself. However, it was the cheesy green Chile sauce that has me literally salivating as I write this review that made this trip extraordinary. I ate that sauce with my fries, my burger, and even my fingers where no one was looking! If you go, DO NOT MISS OUT ON THIS SAUCE. I look forward to being able to go back soon with some good friends. Highly recommend if you haven't gone even with the long trip. read more

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There's a lot to like about Sparky's - a rich history of a small successful business in the heart of Hatch, New Mexico, Chile Capitol of the World. The employees are awesome, friendly, and courteous and their food is renowned as being nothing short of special. So why 4 stars, and not 5 (actually 3.5 rounded up to 4). Well to begin, it's important to know they're only open Thursdays through Sundays, 10:30am - 4:00pm. So when I rolled in on my Harley at 3:45pm on a Saturday afternoon, the ordering line was about 12 people deep, and the place was PACKED! No worries though as I'm always happy to see a successful business in action, and so I patiently waited in line, and it went fairly fast. 10 minutes later I ordered their World Famous #1, a 7oz Chile Cheeseburger with side and drink ($12.49). For my side I chose the pineapple coleslaw, and for my drink, water. It took about 20 minutes (and two water refills later) before they called my name. I received my styrofoam box meal and walked over to a shaded picnic table ready for my long awaited and eagerly anticipated Chile Cheeseburger meal. When I opened it and saw my sandwich, I was surprised and disappointed to find my World Famous Chile Cheeseburger sans the green Chile - ughhhh! The thing is, while waiting near the pickup window, I remember seeing a customer come back with his sandwich with the same issue - no green Chile on his sandwich.... Another trip up to the pickup window, an apology from the employee who gave me a small plastic container of green Chile (so I could put it on my sandwich) and then back to my picnic table. By the time I actually was eating my sandwich it wasn't hot any longer. Minus 1/2 Star+ for this. The other 1/2 Star+ is for the bun which seemed a bit too dry for my taste - probably because it was the end of the day and who knows how many buns they must go through? I will say the pineapple coleslaw was awesome - definitely get this as a side! So, yes, I'd recommend you give them a try, but I'd highly suggest you arrive early, rather than later, in the day. They're worth a visit. read more

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amazing food and milkshakes with green chilis . my favorite place to eat in hatch !!! read more

The line was long, but I have been meaning to swing by here every time I pass through Hatch, so I decided to stop and give it a shot. The line moved quickly, and I ordered my double cheeseburger with fries. Hold the chilies please. While I waited I wandered through the place which was wonderfully quirky with all of its memorabilia and merch for sale. I picked up a few t-shirts for the family and then my food which was ready. I love a good burger and this place had one of the best I've had in a long while! Greasy, flavorful and just oh so bad for you. I will make a point to swing by every time I'm going through Hatch from now on. read more

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The Pulled Pork Tacos with Pineapple slaw and strawberry chili lemonade were made to go with each other. The flavors melded together the way a good meal should. Top it off with a sundae pie or an iced espresso drink as you mosey through a fun atmosphere viewing relic signs and collectibles from years gone by. Service was quick and the people were friendly. They have this tourist spot dialed in! read more

Sparkys BBQ and Espresso - Burgers Near Me - Hatch, New Mexico

After a morning hike, we drove through Hatch in search of roadside kitsch but stayed for lunch! Hubby the Number 1 Combo (cheeseburger with choice of sides - he picked fries - and soft drink). While they did offer Morningstar veggie burgers, I wasn't very hungry and was intrigued by several creative shakes. At the recommendation of the cashier who took our order, chose the (fresh) strawberry and chili shake which was both spicy and cooling at the same time! Hubby liked his burger with hatch chilies even though he generally does not like spicy. The fries were thick cut, cooked well and a generous enough to share some with me. Enjoyed looking at all the collected kitsch inside and outside the restaurant! read more

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I met some friends at Sparky's on Thursday, February 4, 2021. We met at 11 am, for an early lunch. I'd never been here but was excited to try it based on all the good things I had heard. My friends told me all the previous times they'd visited here there had been a long line. I think due to our early timing (and Covid) they ordered quickly and my burger combo was waiting for me at the outdoor picnic table when I drove up. They ordered me a strawberry shake with sprinkles. The shake was thick, cold and utterly strawberry and I had to eat it with a spoon. Fries were fat and wedge shaped, and just a little too soft for five stars. The burger melted in my mouth with just the right amount of juicy grease. The green chile had the right bite with a touch of heat. The bun wasn't anything special but they melted a lot of cheese on top of that burger which liked a lot. I'd have to put Sparky's in my top 6 of best green chile burgers in the state. Just a little pricey at over $12 for the combo, but definitely worth the stop if find yourself in Hatch. read more

Sparkys BBQ and Espresso - Sparky's Burgers. The outside, rear of the restauarant. - Burgers Near Me - Hatch, New Mexico

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This WAS my favorite burger and we would always make it a point to stop when driving through. The last time we stopped, they lost our order. I asked about our order after 40 minutes and was lied to about the status. We finally received our order and the kitchen intentionally over salted the burgers as a punishment for their mistake. To add insult to injury, the burger made my 82 year old mom sick. I tried to submit an email comment and with absolutely no response which has led me to post this review. They lost lifelong customers. read more

My friend and I embarked on a green chile cheeseburger tour this past week. Our mission was to find the best green chile cheeseburger in the great state of New Mexico. We went to 11 different places and here are the results. Sparky's ranked #2 out of 11. I had been to Sparky's once before, and it was honestly one of the best burgers I had ever had in my life. This was our last stop on our journey before heading back to the airport. Things are a bit different now due to Covid, so the ordering and pickup was all done outside. I went with a Combo #1 which came with a green chile cheeseburger, side (wedge fries) and a drink. Ordered at the window, and about 15 minutes later picked up my container of food and took it to a picnic bench outside to dig in. Here is how it was....................... Green Chile Cheeseburger- This burger was delicious. Not AS good as the first time I went here, but due to Covid etc, I will cut them some slack lol. The burger itself is about a half pound patty, and they cook it how you want it (I got mine medium, and it came out perfectly pink). The burger is topped with green chiles and a slice of cheese. Simple and to the point. The burger was fantastic. The only complaint is that the bun started to break apart just a bit near the end of my burger. Not enough to destroy it (see my Buckhorn Tavern review), but a minor inconvenience. The fries were good, and the Coke was sweet. It was a great last stop on our journey, and it's definitely a place I will come back to if I am ever in the area again. The vibe of the place is awesome, and they serve up one of the best green chile cheeseburgers in the state. A definite stop and a place worth driving to, even if its a bit out of your way. read more

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We were driving through Hatch, NM (hot chili capitol of the world) when we drove by a line of people about 20 deep waiting to order. Based on that fact alone we decided we should stop here, and I am glad we did. First off what a fun place, it is almost a roadside attraction in its own right. They had a full brass band playing, they have a variety of statues and signs it is just kind of neat. Then there is the food. A+++, for real the food was worth the wait. There is only a handful of menu items and most of it is burgers or pulled pork but holy mackerel did I understand why there was a line. If you are on a road trip make sure to check this joint out! read more

Sparkys BBQ and Espresso - Sparky's! Be prepared to stand in line - Burgers Near Me - Hatch, New Mexico

Order at the window - eat in the courtyard. 10 minutes for the hatch green-chili burger. The courtyard and picnic table areas were clean - choose seats with sun, shade or space heaters area. Hatch burger packs a (pleasant) punch / fries are potato wedges and are also good. Plenty of kitschy stuff to check-out. Cool visit. read more

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My family and I enjoyed this place The hamburger are made with real beef. The antique collection makes this place so unique. read more

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Trip back to Tucson from ABQ, have to stop for a #2 Combo which is a green chile double cheeseburger with potato wedges. Never disappoints! Go! read more

Sparkys BBQ and Espresso - Part of the source of the amazing flavor - Burgers Near Me - Hatch, New Mexico

I posted a negative review in 2023. We had relatives that came to visit from out of state, and they wanted to go to Sparky's. I wasn't looking forward to it, since it just wasn't very good in 2023. I have to change my review to Awesome!! The menu is back to the way it use to be. We had 16 people with us, and everyone had a great meal! Thanks so much for bringing the pork tacos back. The burgers were all great!! The fries were really good!! I had the corn chowder, but it was too spicy for me, but my spouse loved it. Keep up the great work!! We will again be back every time we pass by Hatch!!!! read more

Came here for their famous green chile burger. During Covid, they highly recommend and ask customers to wear a mask when they order and pick up their food. There are tables outside that are spaced adequately, however no one came outside to wipe down and clean the tables between customers. They have a unique selection of milkshakes you can order. I opted for the chili and mango milkshake which had a nice little spice cake. My boyfriend got the chile and strawberry shake, and he said the same thing. They also offer homemade lemonade and you can get it spicy with green chile as well. When we got our order, which was in a pretty reasonable time, the burger was just OK. I asked for it to be medium but it was actually a little bit more towards the well done side, but still moist. Main disappointing factor for me was the fact that the my bottom burger bun was SUPER SOGGY and instantly fell apart when I tried to pick it up. The top button was completely fine, which I wish were toasted. It was just really hard to eat the burger and enjoy it on the bottom bun was pretty much nonexistent and super soggy. It does not come with lettuce and tomato or typical burger toppings, just green chiles and cheese. For a roughly $13 burger with a side, I was kind of disappointed. Staff are friendly, food is OK, and I feel like this place is just very popular because of its well-known reputation and hype. If I came back here, I would probably try one of their barbecue food options. It's a place to come at least wants to check out the hype, but I'm not sure if I would come here just for their burger. read more

Sparkys BBQ and Espresso - Green chile burger with fries. (Not pictured was the bottom soggy bun). - Burgers Near Me - Hatch, New Mexico

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BEST ADVICE EVER ORDER ON YOUR WAY HERE! Go to the pickup order and it's WOW the food is good the sides have gotten stingier just Fries, Coleslaw and beans. It's still the best Green chili cheeseburger we love the crimson red pucker and green chili lemonade... service is great on the phone you pay on the phone but no waiting in the pickup line Sundays are always packed so did I say order before you arrive.. plenty of room to eat inside or outside they would get a 5 star if only they were open on Monday but alas we make it happen! read more

Sparkys BBQ and Espresso - 30 deep waiting on a glorious day for a green chili cheese burger - Burgers Near Me - Hatch, New Mexico

Sparky's is an adorable burger joint with lots of fun to offer! Make sure to take it the adorable decor inside. I stopped off at Sparky's in a road trip and it was a perfect place to let the dogs walk around! I would highly recommend the green chili burger! It is delicious! read more

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It's a good burger, but not great. I used to swear by this place but the last two times left a lot to be desired. The burger is still juicy, but the chile doesn't seem to have the kick it had in the past. Very expensive in my opinion for what u get. There are better burger options in the state for sure! read more

Sparkys BBQ and Espresso - Always a crowd and idk why.. - Burgers Near Me - Hatch, New Mexico

Great green chili cheeseburger, but I made the mistake of ordering a double patty. It was so juicy, it ruined the bun. I had to eat it with a fork. It still tasted great going down the gullet. Sparky s is a must-go-to when in Hatch. Love the nostalgic "junk" all over the walls. read more

Something went wrong with Sparkys. I haven't been here for years. But today it was just mediocre. I won't be back. This place used to have the greatest burgers I've ever had. Now they taste like they were frozen. Bland and forgettable food. And NO STRAWS?? A shake is not a shake without a straw, it just becomes an ice cream. read more

In our party we had a hamburger, hamburger with pulled pork on top, and a grilled chicken sandwich (all with hatch chilies on top). Despite asking for medium, the burgers were cooked well done. The corn chowder was runny but still tasty, but with the word chowder we were expecting something thicker. They don't have wedge fries as pictured, they were crinkle cut fries...nothing special. Service was good and the band playing was a nice touch. I'd say give this place a try but if the line is out the door keep looking. read more

My family and I love coming to Sparky's!! They have the best burgers in the world. We love that they are grilled. The green chile cheese burgers are the best. My parents , my grandmother, my boyfriend, and I all had the #1 combo World famous Green Chile cheese burger with 1 side, and a drink included. My grandmother and my dad had a pineapple coleslaw as their side. My mom, my boyfriend, and I all had seasoned wedge cut fries. You can smell the meat on the grill and it gets your mouth watering. All of their food is really good. If you love green chile and burgers i highly recommend this spunky, cool, restaurant. read more

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Was in the area for work and was an awesome place to stop for some food! Sparky's offers amazing hatch chile on some burgers and various other dishes. The burger was very good. Service was great in their recommendations. The ambiance of the place is very unique. If you ever find yourself in the area definitely take a visit! read more

Sparkys BBQ and Espresso - Green Chile Cheeseburger - Burgers Near Me - Hatch, New Mexico

This place is a a must if you are ever traveling in NM! How can you go wrong with the best chilies in USA! The #1 was the bomb!

Oh dear Gawd in heaven... These hatch Chile burgers are amazing... I decided to go to the village of Hatch, to get my fill of hatch chilies and I sure did today at Sparkys burgers. This place is an institution apparently has been around for a long long time. It's retro with a cool vibe amazing antique style decor, americana style. You order at the counter and they call your name and the seating is booth style along with regular table and chairs. The staff were super helpful and friendly especially when trying to figure out how to choose. It's great value for money, not too expensive. The burgers with the hatch green chile were really really good. I ordered my fries which by the way are homemade, with Hatch green chile cheese sauce. A little kick for sure but worth every bite. Thankfully we eat at 1 PM and I did not need to eat for the rest of the night. If that tells you anything lol. Do not miss!!! read more

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In all of these tiny little towns, there is usually just one bad ass place to eat and others which are a distant contender. Well in Hatch, the chile pepper capitol of the US, Sparky's is THE place to go. They say they have the world's best hamburger. I think they may be right. It was so super juicy, they leave the bottom bun on the top lest it become unrecognizable. The fries were also thick wedges. Then I tried the green chile lemonade which had a thick layer of chiles on top. Some people mix it all up but I just sipped around it. Pretty interesting drink though! My husband had a real cherry coke. Their t-shirts are also funny. We took a ton of photos inside and iut, very fun place to go to. They basically occupy 2 blocks on both sides of the street. You order from the outside window and pickup inside. You can sit down inside or out after you pay. T-shirts are purchased in the dining room. read more

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Visited 2/21/2020 This place is quite famous for its food here in hatch New Mexico. The barbecue is very delicious and everything is handmade from scratch. The famous green chili burger was pretty good but not quite the best. The brisket tacos were extremely delicious but ugly little buggers. French fries very tasty. The green chili and corn was very special. Extremely tasty but quite spicy for some. Nothing but authentic homegrown chilies are used here in Hatch. There are several other good places to eat here in town but this one has a variety of everything and the chocolate shakes are very good. The ambience is casual but lots of Kodak moments. Very much worth a stop if you make it to hatch New Mexico. read more

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If you ever get to Hatch New Mexico of this place is a must. All kinds of things to see in this restaurant. Staff was great service was quick and the best chili cheeseburger I have ever had read more

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3.5 stars. The mango chili lemonade was fun and unique! They have a dog-friendly patio. The vibes are super funky and fun! The burgers leave a lot to be desired. We had high expectations for a place that says they don't offer lettuce and tomato because their burgers are "so good." It needed more green chili, it needed the burger cooked to medium (how I ordered it), and it needed lettuce and tomato! The service was okay. Pretty quick considering how busy they are! We really liked their wedge cut potatoes! read more

Stopped in for lunch today, it was fantastic! A little drizzly and overcast meant no line... was able to walk up and place my order. Chile cheese burger combo #1, sub in mango chile milkshake, added a side of chile queso and pineapple slaw. Everything was delicious and service was quicker than expected, too. Today's lunch was a win! I love this place! In the times of Covid all orders are placed and picked up at the windows outside. There is seating outside or inside. There are signs posted asking everyone to respect social distancing. Check for days and hours of operation as they are currently only open Thursday to Sunday. read more

Sparkys BBQ and Espresso - Exterior and order window. - Burgers Near Me - Hatch, New Mexico

For all the hype about being the "world's famous" green chile cheeseburger, we were really disappointed. True, the restaurant is funky with its whimsical antique decorations and moose head on the wall, but the burgers are salty and the green chile is surprisingly bland. For $15 I was hoping for something tastier. read more

Everyone says the best chiles comes from Hatch. As we were driving form from T or C to the next town, why wouldn't we stop here for one of the best burgers with green Chile I'm the USA?? We arrived right before the busy lunch hour on a Friday afternoon beating the long lunch line. We got the Green Chile cheeseburger with green Chile fries. Sadly, no brisket or pork for the day. You can't miss the place because it's surrounded by giant sculptures of cartoons. The restaurant is fully of signs, a Ms. Pacman machine and other random things but very spacious. Once we sat down, the burger came not too long after. Once I bit into the burger, the juices and the perfect seasoning of the beef patty was abundant. The cheese and green Chile gave it the right kick. It was fantastic! You can also add more Chile to your meal if you wanted. My SO was nonchalantly snacking on a red Chile pepper so I decided to take a bite. My taste buds were on fire afterwards and tears were coming out of my eyes. Sighs, too spicy for me but great for anyone who wants to try. read more

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I was road tripping through NM and once I arrived in Albuquerque everyone said to check out Sparky's in Hatch. Got there early at everyone said it gets packed. But it was still closed by the time I got there, but it was ok since I was distracted with all the photo ops with the vintage statues/collection outside. I might have gone on a good day as I didn't have to wait an hour. While I was taking photos across the street the line went down. I ordered the #2 Oinker (pulled pork with green Chile minus the cheese), a strawberry lemonade and an oreo shake. Loved the pulled pork. Not too salty and the BBQ added the right amount of tangy to the burger. The strawberry lemonade was as I expected super sweet, but the oreo shake was delicious. Stayed a little extra after eating just to take in the decor inside the restaurant. read more

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We came here about two weeks ago... place was easy to find and the cool statues lining the road were one of the highlights. The line was long, but went quickly and had misters lining the roof as we waited. Dad got the #1 7 oz burger and I got the #4 4 oz burger well done (which was just the right size for me). They said it would require extra time for well done, but all items came out quick, hot, and tasty. Within one bite of the burger, I could already tell it was high-quality meat, flavorful, and juicy (even for well done). The chile was just the right amount of heat, the fries thick and cripsy. The only guffaw was the fact that lemonade wasn't included in the cost of the combo and was an upgrade charge. Just sodas were included, but there's nothing like an ice cold coke on a 100+ degree day (I could run an advertisement for coke here). The servers were fast and attentive, cleaning up any tables as soon as they became available. They had a live band going- playing mostly 60s tunes. Good thing we didn't pick that room to eat in, as the band wasn't all that great... This place is mostly a tourist trap, but I wouldn't mind coming back again even just to try the shakes or the ice cream read more

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Love this place. I highly recommend this unique restaurant. The food is amazing. The menu is amazing.

Best Green Chile Burgers EVER. Great atmosphere and there is always something new to see.

Food, service, ambiance! The wait was well worth it! We ordered the Pulled Pork Sandwich, their Burger, Green Chile Tacos, and the chicken strips! Topped it off with with their cookies a la mode! read more

Sadly this review is only for the beverages and the atmosphere as we were TOO stuffed to order any burgers on our way to white sands. The food smelled delicious though and the servers taking orders at the outside windows and serving them up were really nice. I also appreciated that their cups had sip lids instead of offering up straws. Our mango and guajilllo Chile lemonades were much sweeter than expected but still had a spicy kick. I'd definitely like to go back to try a sandwich. read more

Sparkys BBQ and Espresso - Mango & Guajillo Chile lemonades - Burgers Near Me - Hatch, New Mexico