Mediocre onion rings. REALLY good black raspberry milkshake. Convenient location off highway.

Review for the shake only. It is the best Peanut Butter shake I have ever had. Young lady working the window was fast and friendly. Perfect place for a refreshment before getting back on the road. read more

Best Burger in WA! I mean if you order something as simple as a cheeseburger and to be that good. You are definitely something very good. Story is.. we pass by here so many times going to Portland and I always wanted to try it and we finally did! It is in a small town near an antique mall and Chinese restaurant. A classic feel. They posted they have pumpkin milkshake and that was what I wanted to hear as I only wanted a milkshake since I had quite a bit prior to stopping here. But why not, since we're here, let's try a small cheeseburger and fries. Everything was good! The burger was tender and moist, perfectly cooked, not dry and with tasty burger sauce. The fries were crinkle cut and very good. The pumpkin milkshake, oh man, was the best! Got to come back! Too bad it is so far away.. read more

The Burger Bar - Tasty Cheeseburger, the best I had plain and simple - Burgers Near Me - Kalama, Washington

This place is mediocre at best. The reviews are very consistent and accurate. We went here hoping it would be like Kalama's version of K&M in Washougal or Big Jim in the Dalles; you will be disappointed if you expect this. The food is alright. Typical burgers and frozen crinkle cut fries. The shakes are also ok, but we didn't really taste any REAL fruits in it. Overall, it was better than McMenamins down on the water but it wasn't anything special. Perhaps we will give this place another go when the dining area is back open. I would recommend this place for a burger/drive in place in Kalama. read more

Have seen this from the freeway for years, today we were in the area and stopped by. After order Ngo we realized we stopped at a burger place and not a one of us got a burger lol. Customer service was great, shortly after we arrived many people started trickling in and the servers at the counter and at the kitchen seemed to have no issues keeping up and doing a great job. The fish and chips (3pc) was a great portion and for deep fried food was a good choice. The chicken basket cane with 2 huge breaded chicken filets...when I say huge, check the pic. Pretty sure the menu called them strips, but they here huge. The sausage breakfast sandwich had a perfect size patty that fit the English muffin perfectly. Clam strips while edible by all means, may not be the best option from a presentation view. The captains platter or whatever it was called had some great fried shrimp a piece of decent fish and some odd nuggets maybe scallops...I'd pass on this as there are better options. Still good mind you. The coleslaw with it was ok. I likely would have given only 3 stars but I really like crinkle cut fries at burger joint and they had them and I liked them! Signs indicated they had strawberry milkshakes with real fresh strawberries, might be worth stopping by during the right season...we none ordered one... read more

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Good burgers, great service. I'd call ahead if you're in a rush as they tend to make everything fresh.

From the outside you get the vibe it's an old style burger joint. If that's what you're wanting go somewhere else. EVERYTHING was overpriced and overcooked. You'll seriously get a better hamburger at McDonald's for the $1.50 cheeseburger read more

Great new ownership! Delicious food, much cleaner, new tables, overall positive experience :)

Amazing burgers with all the fixings! Our family loves the crinkle cut French fries too! The staff was friendly and eager to serve! Cute and clean little hometown Burger Bar with delicious food and amazing customer service! Definitely headed back soon! read more

Overpriced and you have to deal with rude unprofessional teenagers just save your time and money go somewhere else

Despite the reviews decided to try it out, the biggest problem with the burger bar is they are charging top tier prices for greasy spoon quality. $11 for a burger, small bag of fries and a drink with no refills and an obnoxious amount of ice. Burger was your typical small flat frozen variety sold at any store, as were the fries. They charge extra for cheese and put a bunch of lettuce on the burger im guessing to make it appear larger than it is. Final thoughts are that it will do in a pinch, if you are traveling through and can't wait another 5 minutes to get somewhere worth wild, honestly your better off just sliding down to the next exit south and going to Carl's Jr. Or even McDonalds, at least you get what you pay for and refills on your drink at those two yuck food options. read more

The Burger Bar - Sadly I morn the loss of $11, and must now apologize to my digestive system for the physical and emotional abuse it has endured. - Burgers Near Me - Kalama, Washington

No. Just no. For nostalgic reasons we stopped in during my moms reunion weekend and it disappointed all the way from start to finish. Food was below subpar, location was dirty/messy, out of condiments for food the service was the best thing out of everything. read more

The chili here is amazing! Mt mom and sister are very impressed with the halibut fish and chips. The amount of fish for the price is a very good value and is superior product. The service is also amazing! read more

This is a whole in the wall burger joint in Kalama WA. Sorry but there is no way in a retro sense this place is anything but a 5 star. Great food that comes a little slow but worth the wait. It isn't a chain so your product isn't the same each and every time. But it has unique smells and flavors that are so reminiscent of burger places form the 50's and 60's. Kind of like the original In & Out or Frisko Freeze in Tacoma, pre-franchise fiasco. Another place like this is Dexter's Drive In in Gig Harbor, WA. Vanishing breed or eatery. It is old school and the food is great. Great burgers, fish sandwiches, fries and shakes. It is tough to find quality and to avoid the chains. This place is a little GEM and worth the drive. Thanks! read more

I'm surprised this place is still open. I ordered a cheeseburger and when it came to my table it was only a hamburger so I took my burger back up to the counter and the lady took a piece of cheese and tried to put it in my hand. read more

very disappointed, had the deluxe burger, small and nothing deluxe about it, ridiculous price, lousy quality, Mini fries not even a 5 dollar meal read more

I called in an order they said it would be 10 min. I arrived early to pick it up. What I got was TERRIBLE!!! Tiny cold hamburger with nothing but some kind of Mayo/ketchup sauce. A very small ice tea with no ice. And the French fries were cold as well. I understand in this economy having to cut back some. But Really!!! My 5yr old grandson who loves fries wouldn't eat them. I had hoped for a decent meal. I had to stop at a McDonalds in Kelso to get enough food for us to have a decent meal. The sad part is I've always hated McDonalds food. I'm asking myself why on earth I keep giving this independently owned Burger Bar a chance when they just can't seem to get the orders right!! read more

The food is great, the service is polite, and it's a nice spot to sit down and chat with people.

Looked up a good burger and google said this one! The burger was good! What I loved about it most was the toasted bun However the peanut butter milkshake.. was the best I've ever had! I watched them make it, and they used scoopfulls of creamy peanut butter.. and it was fantastic!! Crinkle cut fries were okay. They were good but bland. I will come back just for the shake and the customer service! The guy brought it to our table, and he was making food. People don't often bring you, your food anymore especially at a burger joint. It was really nice! Thanks for giving us a great place for a lunch date! read more

Fish and chips pretty good, big chicken strips, economical stop. It is what it is, local dive burger place. Friendly staff. read more

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Have to admit. After seeing the 2 1/2 star rating, I was a little skeptical about trying this place. But after trying their cheese burger and fries, I was really pleased. I am going to be eating here again and I DO recommend it. read more

A great place to go to get a really good burger. The service was quick friendly, if I ever visit that city again I will definitely be stopping by. read more

Stopped into the Kalama Burger Bar for lunch and was pleasantly surprised. I ordered the chicken finger basket, onion rings and 2 ice cream cones for me and my daughter. Everything was absolutely delicious! I would give this burger joint 6 stars if I could. Will definitely be back!!! read more

Really good burgers here. The patty tasted fresh and they have shakes. There is even a drive through. That was a damn good burger.

I love me a good Burgerville burger and know I can get one in Woodland or Centralia on the frequent necessary trip to Seattle (I basically live out of a suitcase). But last night, I finally gave in and decided to try the Burger Bar, with this being my first stop in Kalama despite driving by here on I-5 about a gazillion times now. I almost didn't go inside the restaurant when I only saw one girl on the inside, sitting at a table and texting away. But I said what the heck, it's just another meal. The restaurant was not dirty, but it was very spartan and uninviting, bathed in a harsh fluorescent light. A girl with an overabundance of mascara, and other assorted eye makeup, was standing at the counter. She did not acknowledge me, but I said hi to here anyway. She responded with, "Do you know what you want"? Not really, but I went with a double bacon burger, a corn dog, onion rings and a large Diet Coke (total order $10.74). It didn't take long for my order to be prepared and the socially awkward and/or poorly trained and/or unfriendly girl just shoved the bag toward me on the counter. No offers of ketchup, mustard or tarter sauce. But, surprise surprise!! Back on I-5, I discovered that my corn dog was awesome and delicious. Crispy batter exterior sheathing a very decent quality dog. Yum yum!! The onion rings were satisfactory. The burger was kinda crummy. They dumped a drippy pile of mayo and bitter-tasting shredded lettuce to the burger underneath the patty. But to their credit, they did put the burger in a paper pocket that did collect the moosh that spilled from the burger. Would I come back here again? All things considered (even including the delish corn dog), the answer is no. read more

Yes had the best bacon cheeseburger and chocolate malt that I have had in about 30 years. It was like stepping back in time tasting the old fashion drive-in food. We will return. read more

I used to walk down the hill from the high school 50 years ago to have lunch here with my girlfriends. Well, except it wasn't here then. It was in the old place' Try walking up and down that hill sometime! Anyway, we've eaten here a few times of course, since then, I stick with the hamburgers. Who orders seafood in a steakhouse? Only a fool. Anyway, I usually get the Deluxe Burger and crinkle fries. Which still smell and taste like they did in high school. My husband usually gets the order and we eat it in the car just like we when we were dating. So I forgot about the milkshakes! Going to be in Kalama next week...next stop Banana Milkshake! read more

Stopped in for lunch a few times. Awesome new ownership. Cleaned up, new tables, chairs, and cool historical pictures, and same great burgers and shakes. read more

The Kalama Burger Bar has new owners. Great bacon cheeseburger with a crispy bun and all the toppings (pickles, lettuce, tomato, and onion). Fresh and crispy tots. Delicious, thick peanut butter milkshakes. Reasonable price. Friendly staff. Clean dining room with clean and sturdy tables and chairs. Bathroom was clean. read more

Love the burgers and shakes. They are simple yet delicious. Just right. I love the fresh banana shake. And I love their sauce

Expected it it be a cute family run burger joint. There was no customers inside when we arrived, the staff was young and most likely still learning the ropes but was nice to the customers that trickled in after us. The food wasn't great by any means. I left feeling physically sick and don't plan on returning. read more

This was a great experience! The staff is nice. The burger was simple, it was not frozen, it was very well put together and had a great taste overall. The milkshake is divine! Fresh fruit for the shake. Overall I'm going to stop here whenever I am passing through for a great burger. read more

Lousy food. Lousy value. My wife's burger looked cardboard, but it was the best item we ordered. My clams were abysmal and my two and a half year old grandson's hot dog was tiny and burned. He wouldn't touch it and, trust me, he isn't the most discriminating eater. That said, it was fairly busy during our visit yesterday. Clearly, the good people of Kalama are detecting a fine culinary quality that escaped me. read more

DISGUSTING! My burger was WET, yes wet. The lettuce was rotten. The meat was paper thin and taste like paper. The fries were okay and the shakes are the ONLY thing good here. Every time I try this place it gets worse and worse. I have a strong assumption that the kitchen is filthy dirty and the food is overcooked. Do not eat here. This place needs a complete overhaul. It is GROSS!!! The price is not worth it either. read more

If you're near Kalama and are hungry, this is definitely the place to go. We love the little cheeseburgers and the shakes are extra delicious. The new owners have cleaned it up, upgraded the interior and replaced all the tables and chairs. This is our favorite stop on the I5 corridor from Longview to Portland! read more

Their food is all pre-frozen and greasy like you'd expect, but it isn't bad when you don't want to leave town. In fact their bacon cheeseburger is delicious and I'd recommend it to anyone. What I was not prepared for was the "convenience fee" tacked onto my order for pickup. Never in my life have I been charged extra ($1.15) to go and pick up food. It's genuinely one of the most greedy things I've ever seen from a mom and pop joint, even if it isn't that much. It shouldn't be there at all. The two stars is taking into account this underhanded business practice - their food sits solidly at 3 stars, however, imo read more

Sad a long time place has gone down hill. The employees are nice, however the rest is less than desirable. The burger parties and fish seem to be of the frozen variety, DON'T DRINK THE ICED TEA ut has a rancid flavor to it. The hour we spent there no one came out to wipe down any of the tables. The front of the receptacles were FILTHY beyond belief. Cross contamination regarding your fries are deep fried in the same oil as the fish. People seem to think the oil is at a high enough temperature to destroy any meats permeate, the fish-flavored french fries are pretty disgusting. Definitely not worth the price. Not going back anytime soon. read more

It's ok for a frozen patty place. Rings and fries are good. Can be a little slow. Staff aren't especially friendly but seem to get the job done. Personally they put too much condiments in making most burgers a gooey mess. read more

I've been going to burger bar for years now so it holds a special place in my heart. The food is delicious! It reminds me of going as a kid with my grandparents. The menu is small and simple. It feels like an old timey burger joint. Everything is good, you can't order a bad item. Make sure to get a milkshake if you stop by! My only "problem," which isn't even a problem at all, is that there's no garden burger on the menu. I'm vegetarian so I can't get a burger but I'm more than satisfied getting a milkshake and some onion rings. read more

These old burger joints are either scary or amazing! This one was great. I had the #1! Only downside... Coke products! Lol #pepsigirl read more

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