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    Tanner’s Prime Burgers

    4.4 (1k reviews)
    ModerateBurgers, Fast Food
    Closed • 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    TANNER’S PRIME BURGERS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Double tanner burgers
    Jessica P.

    We came on a Saturday during peak hours (5:30) and the line was pretty long. There's only 4-5 things on the menu so we both got the double cheeseburger with their tallow fries. The patty itself was super thick and really salty. The bun was a soft brioche bun and that helped with the saltiness. The burgers were super greasy and dripped a lot so I recommend keeping the wrapper on. Their ranch was amazing though and paired well with their tallow. Would I come back? No. Do I think it's worth a wait? Also no. It just tastes like a normal burger to me that lacked flavor.

    Dirty Double
    José D.

    This spot did not disappoint. Got the Dirty Double and some fries. Fries were super crispy. Lots of foot traffic and it can get loud, but it's a great spot to grab a bite and hang out. Service is super fast. They even have some outdoor seating

    Allison P.

    Give into the hype and brave the lines because this right here is an EXPERIENCE. I've been told by so many locals that Tanner's is their favorite burger of all time. That is insanely high praise from Californians when In-N-Out is our burger poster child. I'd have to say that I agree with them. There's almost always a line, but it's worth it! We got the Tanner's Prime Burger along with some Tallow Fries. They bring everything you'd ever need in a tray right out to you- napkins, hot sauce, and Tanner's sauce all in tow. The burger is wow. It's a holy grail lineup featuring a brioche bun, juicy patty smashed with bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, caramelized AND raw onions, and a Cascabella pepper. You just have to try it for yourself. It's so indulgent, decadent, and everything you'd dream a burger to be. Their Tallow Fries are salted to perfection and are a NEED to accompany the burgers.

    Billy M.

    The devil is in the details right? You can have great ingredients but to make a burger truly tasty it's how you bring it all together. Tanner's does an excellent job executing the smash burger. One of the best I've had! The patty was well seasoned and nice crispy texture. The bacon adds smokiness. The brioche bun is soft and light. It does not dominate the bite like so many bad burgers. And the tallow fries??? Pure ! The fries reminded me of the original MacDonalds fries cooked in beef tallow. But way better execution. Crispy and cooked just enough. The size was perfect. And the salt the used amped the flavor. Super good!!! Overall the food is 5 stars. The overall setting is perfect for burgers. Everything is open air so the place stays cool on a hot day. Lots of seating. Service was efficient. In this place moving quickly and turning tables is a must to keep the line moving. Overall 4 stars for setting. I must warn you there are lines. You will wait. And when it is sunny it gets brutal right before you enter the ordering area. There are umbrellas so use one if you don't want to get burnt. And the parking is good if you ride your bike. But there are places to park in the neighborhood. I will be back. The burger and fries are too good not to!!! PS Try their house lager . Just a great example of the brew and perfect for hot days.

    Fries
    Shannon Y.

    Worth the wait!! Line was long but service was fast and friendly. Waited for approximately 30 mins to order but got our food promptly. Tables come and go. The burgers are delicious! The burger sauce on top compliments the taste of the burger so well. The fries were honestly just fries - nothing special. I will be coming back to try other items on the menu!

    Prime burger single with tallow fries
    Andrew T.

    Burger was quite hefty and filling, even as a single. Definitely worth while to get a double next time. The tallow fries were rich and perfectly salted. The burger is brought to our table with their burger sauce and hot sauce. Would come back! I love the open outdoor concept of the patio area that opens toward the lot. The patio offers a nice cooling space to watch the game with friends.

    Single tanner's prime burger and cheese fries
    Sofia T.

    This was was first time trying Tanner's, as I don't live in the area. But I will certainly be back!!! The cashier was nice and food came out in a reasonable amount of time. My meal was delivered with a smile! I can't remember that last time I dined somewhere where the service was so friendly overall. They bring out extra burger sauce and hot sauce with each meal, which is a great touch as well. The restaurant was clean and the playlist was 10/10. The food was 10/10- a little salty, but I like that. Will be back!

    Hazy IPA
    Norman R.

    It was a beautiful, warm, blue-sky California Saturday, and the perfect opportunity to take a drive on a winding road with the top down. After some thought, I decided to drive to Oceanside and reward myself with a burger from Tanner's Prime Burgers, having previously been delighted by the quality of their food. The drive was exhilarating, as I sped down I76 with John Coltrane blasting from the Bose sound system and the wind in my face, knowing that my treat awaited at the end of my drive. I arrived and, to my surprise, a parking space was available in the parking lot, and I quickly parked. The service line is quite long, but to my delight, the World Cup match between England and Norway was on every monitor in the joint, and the sound was on! Truly amazing! Placed my order for a double Tanner's Prime Burger (100% USDA PRIME All-Natural Brandt Beef® smashed with Cowboy BEEF Bacon, Caramelized Onions, and minus the New School American Cheese on a Brioche Bun with Tanner's Sauce, Crisp Lettuce, Thinly Sliced Sweet Onions, Juicy Tomato, and a Cascabella Pepper), a single Tanner's Prime Burger, two Tallow Fries (Russet Potato crispy fried in All-Natural Beef Fat seasoned with Sea Salt and Black Pepper), a Ketch Brewing, Hazy Conditions IPA, and a Tanner's Prime Lager. Spent the next two hours enjoying a great meal and watching the World Cup match with a group of great people enjoying the experience on a perfect day under the sun. The burgers and fries were as delicious as I recall, and the crispy edges of the smashed beef patties elevate their burger to a different level. Truly the treasure desired at the end of a long drive. Thank you, Tanner's, for a great afternoon.

    Lemonade
    Joy D.

    Long line, stalking for a seat and about $100 for 3 burgers, fries and drinks. The burgers were tasty. The service was ok. All the customers seemed to enjoy the vibes and experience.

    Benjamin U.

    Tanners smash burgers are quite exceptional. If you are looking for a smash burger with a nice crisp edge mixed with fat and salt, look no further. Tallow fries are crispy and salty with a hint of tallow. The hot dog is fine but rhe burger and fries are the big winners. The line is worth it. I would and will return every time I am in the area.

    Kerry W.

    Stopped in for a burger after spending the day at the beach. We were starving and this hit the spot. The smash burgers are huge, so so flavorful and the fries are sinful. This is definitely one for the books and we will definitely be back!

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    Don B.

    Tanner's Prime Burger brings smashburger goodness to a revitalized area in Oceanside. Tanner's has been on my list for a while as it's always brought up in conversations on who has a good smashburger. After trying it for the first time it has definitely lived up to expectations. Tanner's has a simple menu of 2 types of burgers, a salad, a hot dog and fries. The star of the show is the Tanner's Prime Dirty Double consisting of a 2/3 lb USDA PRIME All-Natural Brandt Beef smashed to perfection with crispy edges. Served with a beef bacon, caramelized onions, juicy pickles, and double cheese on a Brioche Bun with Tanner's Sauce. What I really liked about the burger was the thin crispy edges with an almost beef jerky like texture but as you keep eating the patty thickness comes through and yes the beef using USDA prime provides a robust taste. This burger left me fully satisfied and full. The other notable that is a must pair with is the Tallow Fries consisting of a russet potato fried in beef fat - great flavorful that went well with the burger and tasted great with the burger sauce and ketchup. Tanner's Prime Burgers is a definite must try for any burger lover as they offer one of the tastiest smash burger experiences in the North County. Be prepared to for a line as this place gets packed at peak lunch times. There is a small lot on site but street parking is available in the neighborhood.

    Double smash no beacon
    Garett S.

    Alright Yelp I'll give you the skinny on Tanner's Prime Burger. First off this is a smash burger place that holds a Michelin star. This place is like the In & Out of smash burgers. They are simply offer burgers, shakes and fries. I would think if this place as a more fancier version of In & Out. Does this place deserve a Michelin star for their burgers?..... in my humble opinion yes! I would say this is the best smash burger I've had. My second favorite place would be Amboy Burgers in LA. I had the double smash with no beacon. Every ingredient hit the spot, the bun has a nice buttery taste, meat well seasoned and even the secret sauce is special. I imagine every ingredient was carefully critiqued before butting together this award winning burger. Lastly, I came on a Sunday line out the door probably 30 minutes in line and another 30 to get my burger. I would say I would try to avoid the crowd next time, but either way it's still worth the wait.

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    Ask the Community - Tanner’s Prime Burgers

    Liquor on menu?

    They have beer, wine, and hard seltzers. There's also a drink called the "Tanner's Sunrise" which is pretty much a mimosa.

    Could you remove the halal friendly tag as that is misleading, if the beef isn't halal if possible?

    Hello! I have looked into this and do not see a Halal tag on our account, as we are not Halal. I have spoken with Yelp support and they are unable to see a Halal tag, either. To clarify, we use 100% USDA Prime grade beef but we are not Halal.

    Is their beef halal?

    Hey there! Our beef is all USDA Prime Grade, but it is not Halal.

    Hi are you guys halal?

    Nope

    Do I need to make a reservation for Monday evening?

    I don't believe they take reservations but I believe it is walk up only and plenty of seating.

    Are there any chicken/ fish or meatless options?

    You could potentially get the salad and ask for no burger or bacon. Other than that option everything touches beef (meat or fat) that I see in their menu from hot dogs to burgers to fries to ice cream.

    Do you have pickles?

    The burgers has pickles in them, not sure if they sell them on the side.

    Does Tanners have a protein or lettuce wrap burger?

    Yes, you can ask for it.

    Does Tanners use Peanut oil for any of the frying? There isn't a phone number to call to verify for an allergy... I assume it it all Tallow, but need to verify please

    Hey there! Great question! We only use all-natural beef tallow for frying - no seed oils here!

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    First timer here! Came on a Saturday evening and there was about a 15 to 20 minute wait. It…read moreactually went pretty quick to be honest. We sat downstairs in a table, booth combo. Our waiter was pretty cool, although his name is escaping me now. We ordered a few appetizers, wings, steak taquitos, and the pretzel. We noshed on these before we ordered our meals of bison burger, and two single patty smash burgers. Not sure if it's because it was around 7:30/8 o'clock at night, but the food was not up to par according to the two that I was with, who frequent this place. The steak taquitos tasted a tad overdone, but still pretty good since it was the first time I've had them. The pretzel was really good, but the dipping sauces not so good. I still cannot figure out why one of them was a hot caramel sauce. I have never put caramel on my pretzel and it tasted like crap to be honest. The queso must've been the bottom of the pot because it was hard and kind of burnt tasting, so pretty disappointed in the pretzel choice. Our meals came and honest to God the Smashburger looked like a kids meal. This tiny burger plopped on a big white plate with onion rings, and the burger was not good. The bison burger did not have any of the sauces on it that it stated in the menu so he needed to ask for some love on the burger. So the waiter brought over a bunch of sauces. It's a shame because they talk about this place all the time and I really wanted to try it and it just wasn't up to par. I ended up taking my Smashburger home, and the next day I scraped the nasty sauce off it, added mayonnaise to the bun and an extra slice of cheese and it was actually pretty good. I definitely wanna come again because they talk about this place all the time and how good the food is. Maybe it was just the night we went.

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