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    Swagyu Burger - Poway

    4.0 (266 reviews)
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    John G.

    went for the first time to give it a try . the burger was good but the fries seemed a little off. i'm a big fan of 5 Guys fries and they were not near that level. i might go back for a burger if i was in the area.

    1/4LB Classic Smash Burger
    Dan E.

    First time visiting Swagyu Burger in Poway and I was impressed! Interesting place with a handful of tables and friendly, energetic service. I ordered the ¼ lb Classic Smash Burger and it was very tasty. Made with all the traditional LTOP fixin's, American cheese, plus spread on a brioche bun. The burger tasted great but was kind of a hot mess to handle. I felt like I needed to take two showers when I was done. Overall the balance of ingredients could have been better. Very onion heavy, not enough shrettuce, etc. I think next time I'll have something a little more beef forward like a 2x2 or something. We shared a side of Sidewinder Fries which were delicious. Hot, flavorful, crispy and comes with your choice of two dipping sauces. They don't offer any combo meals here. Everything is priced a la carte, so it winds up costing a small fortune. Especially if you're out as a couple or a family. Note that there is no public restroom at Swagyu Poway which is unfortunate. There is a hand washing station near the front where you order. Wish they had at least beer/wine service here considering the exorbitant cost. It would at least help numb the financial blow.

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    WILLIAM P.

    Tried this restaurant for the first time based on an email from Yelp. The location is a small strip center on Twin Peaks in North East Poway. Small basic restaurant was over air conditioned and the rocking music was blasting. We were the only customers and you order at the counter upon entry. The staff was very nice and helpful. We decided to split the $20 OG Swagyu burger, share an order of the Sidewinder Frys. I loved the fries, but my wife thought they and the burger were over salted. The burger was pleasant enough, but I am not sure it was wagyu quality. But I haven't eaten beef in many years so . Doubtful we will return.

    1/4LB Classic Smash Burger Sweet Potato Waffle Fries
    Danii V.

    There were only two staff members present when we arrived and they were very busy. I had to wait about 7+ minutes to place my order. The cook informed us they had just received an order for 16 burgers so they were busy. Although they were busy I appreciated how friendly he was. There was low upbeat music playing and all the tables were clean. There's plenty of plants all around the restaurants with lights hanging from the ceiling. The decor is pretty cool, I like that you can watch the people make each order in front of you. We ordered two burgers and sweet potato waffle fries for a total of $44. Although it took a while to place the order The food was ready in about 5 minutes. The food was decent tastes similar to a burger from Rallys in my opinion I think I was a little too excited to try it-it wasn't worth the hype. But I did enjoy it

    Bonnie Y.

    I've heard about this place and finally got to try it. We went for lunch on a Friday. It was pretty quiet and not busy at all. The space is a decent size. We were the only diners. The restroom had "out of order" sign but they let me use it. You had to go through the kitchen to get to it. We ordered two cheese burgers, one Smash burger with Swagyu smash patty, cheese katsu sando, A5 wagyu fat shoestring fries and a brownie. The burgers were good especially the smash burger but i don't think it's worth the price. The shoestring fries were not really shoestrings-ish and I couldn't tell if these wagyu fries taste any different than regular fries. The brownie was still frozen so i asked the staff to make a shake out of it instead. He was nice to accommodate the request. Overall, it's ok. I had higher expectations for this place though.

    Classic  1/2LB Smash Burger "OG" Sweet Potato Waffle Fries
    Jenny L.

    Service is friendly and order came out at a reasonable time. I came here with three other people and we shared sweet potato crisscross fries, sidewinder fries and onion rings. You do get to choose two sauces to go with your sides! The burger itself was a solid smash burger. I do love that they toast the buns so you get some crispy parts of the bun contrasting the soft interior. Every bite was a little different as I felt the ingredients did overpower each other in some instances. One bite I had, I just tasted onion lol. I didn't mind it too much, it just tasted fresh.

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    Jasmine P.

    One of my husband's clients recommended Swagyu and we have been hooked since! Love the fast casual way this location operates. They still provide a vibe with good music and an open kitchen concept so you can see the chefs prepare your food while you wait. Service has improved over the years and recently a chef shared with us a jalapeño sauce he was trying out for the day. It was delicious! We had traditionally dined for the Japanese wagyu but the American was so delicious too! I love the way the sidewinder fries are seasoned. It's always a nice treat. There is a small parking lot out front shared with other businesses in the same plaza. There does not appear to be street parking.

    El Swagador (cut in half as I split with my partner) + A5 wagyu tallow fries
    Andrea R.

    Burgers are my fave food, so I've been wanting to try this place for the longest time. I'm ecstatic to report, it did not disappoint! Decided to split the 1/2lb El Swagador Burger with a side of the A5 Wagyu Tallow Fries. First of all, this quadruple confirms why I will never become a vegan. I just absolutely can't when a badass double decker burger with decadent pork belly on top exists!!! This burger sucker punched me directly in the mouth with flavor! The pork belly was so tender it basically melted in my mouth. The pickled serranos brought such a delightful kick. Honestly, even if I didn't get it cut in half, this is definitely one of those burgers you can't put down until you're done. You won't be able to stop going in for another bite. Of course the fries were spectacular as well. Why I've never had fries cooked in beef tallow before--and apparently are gluten free? Beats me. But now I'm ruined forever. Guess I'll just have to go back for more. Can't forget the staff! Very lively and friendly guys who are so very helpful about the menu and their recommendations. They even explained the difference between American wagyu and Japanese wagyu (both of which are on the menu). I was surprised we had the whole place to ourselves for a late lunch. I guess the location is in a tight corner of a small shopping strip where parking can be iffy. But dining in provides ample room with plenty of 4 seat tables. It looked like the bathroom was out of order, but we didn't need to use it anyways. Just be warned, the burgers are even BETTER than what they look like in the pictures. AND probably don't plan a long car ride after this meal because you WILL slip into the most satisfying food coma shortly after... perhaps consider a DD?

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    Jared B.

    Too Little to Make Noise About Food: Cheeseburger - nothing extraordinary. Regular burger with basic fixing. Meat sort of lost amongst the sauce and myriad of other items. Bun just a brioche style bun. No big thrills. Fries (YES sold a la cart) - a swirl wedge cut. What else can I say than, for $6, they are wedge cut fries. No special flavoring. Not exceptional. [Ranch is not the best flavor of Ranch. ] Ambiance - gastro pub in style Price = $$ Service = people are nice but there is no distinct vibe of the place that stands out. Of 3 ppl, only 1 even said hi.

    J T.

    The price is outrageous. $15-25 for a burger is high enough but... $10 for a tiny order of completely average fries? Craaaaazy

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    Joey F.

    Excellent burgers, neat and cozy little place to chow down on some delicious beef. The swagador burger is the best. Fast service and nice people.

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    Over priced for what you get. The service was super slow and was waiting for a 45 min to get our food.

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    3 years ago

    The burgers are really, really good. But the pickles are AMAZING! They make them in-house. If you love pickles, you gotta' come here.

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    3 years ago

    This place is a great addition to Poway. Everyone is friendly and the food is amazing. You have to try it!

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    3 years ago

    Delicious burgers and great service. We ate at the counter so could see all of the happening if in the kitchen. We can't wait to go back!

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    3 years ago

    Food was amazing and service was phenomenal. Definitely heading back with some friends to share the experience.

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    3 years ago

    What a gem! Great burgers, onion rings, and shakes. We will definitely be back. We came with our young kids for an early dinner.

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    3 years ago

    First time at Swagyu was amazing. Best burgers in San Diego!! Service was quick and barely any wait for food.

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    5 years ago

    Amazing shop with great customer service! So glad they have a location closer to my house now. :)

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    3 years ago

    Someone recommended this place, and my family loves it! Delicious!!!!! Will def be back here again!

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    3 years ago

    Amazing burgers! Finally a fun restaurant to eat in Poway! The western burger is delicious!

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    4 years ago

    Best Burgers in Poway and Carmel Valley. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Don't miss out on their version of fries.

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    Ask the Community - Swagyu Burger - Poway

    I did not see a smash burger on the menu that is just the 1/4th single patty. Do they have that option? or for the American Wagyu Burger, is there an option to make it a smash burger?

    my understanding is all of their burgers are smash burgers

    Can we bring in alcohol?

    Yes

    Do you serve beer?

    Not at this location at the moment, but we will be soon!

    Are the cooked burgers offered all the days that the business is open?

    Swagyu Chop Shop Poway is currently a butcher shop only. We do not offer hot food. Our burger shop will be opening next month (June 2022) at which time we will offer both butcher and burgers every day that we're open.

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