My husband took me here for lunch. It was my first time and he'd been here before. It's the cutest storefront in the middle of urban sprawl. Imagine the house from Up! It wasn't crowded on a Sunday afternoon at all. The staff were very friendly and efficient. I got the cheeseburger and he got the double, with garlic fries. It was an absolutely amazing burger! Juicy, the perfect size, and the bun perfectly toasted. The garlic fries were supreme - tossed with fresh garlic, crisp in the outside and fluffy on the inside. I dreamt about these burgers that very night, and wanted another the next day. Highly recommend. read more

Quite pleased with my cheeseburger and fries. The cheeseburger was simple but tasted good. Bun was fresh. I ordered it without any sauce, and it came out exactly right. I had my fries cooked extra crispy, and they too exceeded expectations. The fries were cooked well done without being double dipped into the oil. And they were very flavorful and not greasy. This might have been a five-star review had the dining area been cleaner. None of the tables were especially clean. Service was fast and friendly. Plenty of tables for dining in. The ambiance is a bit divey. read more

TrueBurger - Fries cooked extra crispy - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Ordered a Fried Chicken Sandwich and Garlic Fries from here. Do yourself a favor and order a burger (not a chicken sandwich) haha The chicken sandwich was alright! It had a good crisp and was juicy. The sandwich tasted fresh, but it just wasn't as flavorful as a burger. I tried a bite of my friend's burger and it was much tastier (instant regrettttttt)! This is the last time I listen to my fiancés fried chicken cravings haha The Garlic Fries were too die for! So addictive! I couldn't stop eating them! But be forewarned: your breath WILL stink. But it's all worth it! Overall, I'd totally come back and order Garlic Fries again...but with a burger this time! read more

TrueBurger - Fried Chicken Sandwich - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Best double cheesy cheeseburger in the Bay Area. Not a better burger for the money in the area. if they're busy, you still get your burger fast. They don't play. Always parking around there. Great service as well. read more

TrueBurger - Double cheesy cheeseburger - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Food: Got the True Deluxe - honestly one burger was probably enough for two people. It's HEAVY! I really enjoyed the fried mushroom-wish more burger shops offered something similar. The cheddar cheese was not flavorful and not fully melted in my burger which was disappointing. Fries had a sharp/raw garlic taste (beware of garlic breath after!). Strawberry lemonade was tasty. Overall, not the best burger I've had but glad I tried this spot! Service: Quick and efficient. Ambiance: Limited seating inside and outside. Great spot to eat alone or with a small group of friends. read more

TrueBurger - True Deluxe Burger Garlic Fries - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

I got a cheesy truburger and it was pretty good. The fluffy brioche buns and the way everything is cooked is delicious. Ingredients are fresh, and the burger isn't too greasy. Looking forward to coming back and trying the portobello burger next read more

My favorite burger spot in Oakland! Their mushroom burger is to die for. Crispy portabella with cheese oozing out! I recommend getting with pickles and raw onions. Their garlic fries are also great (just beware of garlic breath!). I can't recommend this spot enough! The workers are all super nice and are generous when asking for additional pickles. The place itself is small with limited seating but it's a quick meal. Pro tip: make your own sauce with the ketchup, mustard, and mayo they have out. It works great in the mushroom burger! read more

TrueBurger - Garlic Fries - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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Had a chance to try TrueBurger after having seen this place for a while. Went with the boy on a raining afternoon and thankfully there was parking in the front we were able to pull into. We ended up ordering the: *bacon cheese TrueBurger - this was the cheeseburger with bacon and this was delicious, the burger is definitely bigger in size than shake shack and every bite was yummy! I still think 10 bucks for a burger like this is a bit much though *garlic fries - this was yummy and the garlicky spread on top was yummy, this went really well with the burger Overall the food was yummy, and if in the area I would go back. It's proximity to lake Merritt makes it a nice quick lunch spot. read more

TrueBurger - Garlic Fries - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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Your average burger joint. Burgers, fries, shakes. I personally didn't find much that stood out about the place. Although I was excited to try a new burger spot that I haven't already tried. Burger.. was way too seasoned. I know.. I'm crazy. People usually complain about things being under seasoned... I'm one! But no, this patty was salted galore. I couldn't even finish or enjoy eating. I ate maybe a quarter of it, and had to put it down. I also wish they used another cheese, maybe Colby jack or pepper jack & not American singles cheese. I think if it wasn't over seasoned I would've enjoyed it at least. The patty's are nice and thick/juicy. I made sure they cooked mine well done cause I noticed on the menu it said they make them medium well.. usually all places do. So I never forget to say WELL DONE lol. Fries.. great! Crunchy, right amount of salt and garlic. I didn't get to eat them crunchy cause we took ours to go.. but they were still very good! We didn't opt for drinks so I couldn't tell you how the shakes are. They do carry 3 beers.. forgot the name of 2, we ordered the Drakes 1500 though while we waited for food to be done. I'd probably be back if I was in the area and hungry, but I wouldn't make my way out here just to have this. I'm sure tonight someone was just a lil heavy handed with the seasonings. I recommend to burger and shake lovers. read more

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The food was bomb!! The service was super quick and everything came out hot. Would be a great place to order takeout from but sitting there was nice too. Make sure to get the garlic aioli read more

TrueBurger - Bacon Cheesy Trueburger, French Fries, Arnold Palmer, ranch, garlic aioli - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Delicious amazing spot on grand! Loved the vegan burger with fries and it was quick and sweet service! Highly love and enjoy their grub!

It's aight... I was in town and craving for smash burger, did a quick search and true burger was top of the recommendation list. I've tried smashed burger in the past and didn't care for it, but though to give it another try somewhere else. True burger has over 1.7k reviews at at high recommend rate, so wanted to stop by and give it a go. First off, great customer service and easy to order. The brioche bun was soft and fluffy and really pairs well with the burger. The patty, I personally didn't love it, I expected it to be more smashed and crispy with more flavor, the patty lacked seasoning but was juicy. BUT the quality of the meat really did shine through, I'd have to give it a .5 Overall the burger was a 3.5 for me. Got me side of garlic fries and also had to pay extra for ranch dipping on the side. 4 out of 5. Crispy, garlicky yummy. Lastly the strawberry lemonade, it's good, a tad bit overly sweet imo, but refreshing. Intimate setting, the restaurant probably only seats about dozen people. Total of the meal came out to be $20. read more

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True Burger be smaccccking! I usually do not eat beef but when I get the urge or have a craving for some beef this place is my go to ! True Burger is a small but tasty burger joint! Everything is made fresh to order. So here is a little run down about this establishment.... 1. It's small on the inside but usually clean. Everything has to be ordered à la cart so expect to pay for everything individually. 2. The customer service is always the same. Pleasant, kind and patient! The team of employees at this location are a blessings to the community. They treat everyone who enters their building with kindness and respect. 3. Don't be afraid to add bacon, it is the perfect addition to their tasty burger (it's just fine without it). 4. The fries are ok, not the best I've ever had but also not the worst. 5. The milkshakes are a hit ! Made with real ice cream so you know it's good!! 6. Lastly, can be a little pricey but ABSOLUTELY worth it! If you in the general area and would like a great burger True Burger is your place. read more

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Been going to this TrueBurger consistently for almost 7 years as we live nearby. My sister in law used to live in Oakland and recommended it as one of her favorite spots. The service is always great and the food is made fresh to order. Excellent comfort food and I can always smell their garlic fries when anyone in our building has TrueBurger takeout. It was one of our staples during the pandemic and helped so much as we have two little kids. Their shakes are really good, and their burgers and hot dog are delicious. The fries are addictive. Make sure whoever you are with eats some garlic fries so everyone has garlic breath - lol. Their side of ranch is always yummy w everything. Never seen this place dirty or unsanitary either which gets the mama seal of approval. Thanks! read more

TrueBurger - TrueBurger and Vanilla Shake with malt and two sides of ranch - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

I've been here twice and I got the mushroom burger which is their veggie option, and I opted to add grilled onions and pickles. They're usually pretty quick and will make the order within 5 minutes maximum. While it is cheaper to get a burger from some of the local chain fast food restaurants, I actually have found their mushroom burger is really good. I don't normally like portobello since it tends to be full of liquid and squishy in texture, but TrueBurger does a great job of frying the mushroom and adding a crispy breaded exterior, plus they probably are doing something to dehydrate it. They're definitely some of the best and most memorable vegetarian burgers I've had in my lifetime so far and I highly recommend their mushroom burger if you are vegetarian. read more

TrueBurger - Mushroom burger - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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Burgers are fresh and consistent. Milkshake flavor of the month is coconut. I got mine mixed with banana. ¡DELICIOSO!

I hit up this place right before 12 Noon on a Thursday. Even though I was fortunate enough to avoid the lunch rush hour, TB encountered a server issue (not their fault, I think). By 12, this small joint was filled with groups of women and construction workers--all standing around waiting for their orders. Due to the server issue, I was asked to place my order again--but online. Several minutes passed and the server issue was resolved. Thank goodness, because I thought I'd wait for years since I was already frustrated trying to order off a new platform. Luckily, I changed my original order (Bacon Cheesy True Burger) to a medium rare True Deluxe. My entire meal included the Chocolate n Coffee Shake, Chili Fries and Coleslaw! The True Deluxe included a tender portobello mushroom, fried to perfection. In addition, the burger was loaded with garlic mayo, fresh tomatoes and lettuce. The burger was served in a non-stick parchment liner. This liner was so necessary because the burger was too huge (and messy) to handle! The made-to-order patty was medium rare, as requested. The chili fries included shoestring fries and the chili had beans. The coleslaw was fresh and crisp (not too creamy) and I knew I just had to try it with my fries! The chocolate coffee shake was creamy and I didn't realize Nescafé was used in the recipe, until I saw the sous chef blending up milk with spoonfuls of it. The fries, slaw and shake were basic but I'd still give the above mentioned items a solid 4 stars. I think their burger is an outstanding 5-stars! This particular location is great for the working staff around the Oakland/Grand Ave. area because of the stores convenient location and it's efficiency. I'd highly recommend this spot to those looking for tender and massive, yet reasonably-priced burgers. read more

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Dude, I had TrueBurger for lunch today. How damn good. The crew acted with responsibility and concern. Thank you. As I did, it seems a great place to have a burger, then GTFO. Tasty, tasty. Garlic fries were excellent. Not a production. I should have brought home the leftovers, but I get tired of doing that. I am glad TrueBurger was open for a late lunch. Could be a smidge cleaner, but I am not averse to clearing a table after a social illiterate. This is the area and these are the times. They had a shtton of bags ready to stuff, and a line was forming so it seems business is brisk. Prices were right on for me. read more

This is my favorite burger in the town ! Yes I said it. The quality of meat is what makes a great burger in my personal opinion. The garlic aioli is a great touch and the only condiment I need on my burger here. The buns are always fresh and the way the burger melts the inside of the bottom bun is absolute heaven in itself. I love that they never miss when I ask for burger to be cooked medium rare- nothing goes farther in the service industry when you the customer gets what you ask for, and that's 100% every time here @ True Burger for me in Oakland, CA if I could give more starts I would with this place read more

TrueBurger - Special Pumpkin Spice Milkshake - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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While I love their burgers and garlic fries, my review today is just for their vanilla milkshake. I was craving one bad today and couldn't resist lol. First and foremost, the ingredients' quality is crucial to making a delicious milkshake. A good milkshake starts with high-quality ice cream and fresh milk, which Tru Burger nails. It's rich, easy to drink with a straw (I hate when you have to spoon it like ice cream lol), and had a complex flavor. Very good! Pop in here for a timeless dessert classic. read more

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One of the best burger spots in Oakland where you can just get a regular greasy burger, without worrying about whether or not it's clean in the kitchen. I haven't tried the other location but this one is consistently good. My favorite menu items are the cheeseburger or the mushroom burger when I don't feel like eating meat. Fries here are literally perfect, regular and garlic. If your appetite is huge, get a shake, too. They're solid. Prices have gone up, but that's to be expected in a post rona world, plus inflation. It's a pretty small spot, but a lot of orders are to-go so you can usually find a spot inside to enjoy your food while it's still hot. Street parking only. read more

TrueBurger - Cheesy TrueBurger - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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No fuss burger. TRUE to its word. Simple menu, old fashion tasty burger. Classic chocolate shake. Lunch for under $20 that is not only good but filling. The only thing I would have changed is to ask for the meat to be cooked Medium Rare. It was closer to the well done side but still juice and not dry at all. read more

TrueBurger - Cheese burger with bacon - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

One of the best burgers in town but the real joy at TrueBurger are the shakes! Oh my goodness they are so good that you will need to take a moment! If you find yourself anywhere in Oakland, put TrueBurger in your navigational system snd head over, even it's for a dessert milkshake!! It is a small venue so seating is limited but it is a skip and a hop from the lake! Enjoy!!! read more

Can't believe I've never tried this place despite driving by this small burger shop almost everyday . Their Deluxe Burger ( Beef and Mushroom) is the best burger I've had in the Bay. Don't let the $12.5 price scares you, because the burger is huge , twice as big as in-n-out one . The patty is juicy and thick , the fried mushroom is delicious. Every bite is so flavorful. There are plenty of street parking but I would recommend order ahead because they would be busy at lunch. read more

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My coworkers had raved about this place, so naturally it was on my list of places to grab lunch nearby work. We had a team lunch and ordered True Deluxe burgers for everyone. I was shocked by how large the burger was - burger patty with a breaded and stuffed portobello mushroom on top. I've seen this on Shake Shack's menu before, but never tried it! I loved how fresh everything tasted, and the cheese oozed right out of the mushroom. I highly recommend this place if you're ever in the mood for a good burger. read more

TrueBurger - True Deluxe - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Did a large order through DoorDash. The burger order was wrong. Look at the amount of lettuce burger came with. Did not have onions, ketchup, or pickles like I ordered. We ordered multiple garlic fries and each tray had only a handful of fries. read more

TrueBurger - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

The garlic fries are bomb and I'll be back for more. If you like katsup, great! They'll give you 8 packets. If like me you don't, it's an extra 75 cents. Be prepared to order for yourself. Don't get too comfortable In the metal stool, you also have to go get your food and bring it to your table even with 5 people behind the counter yet doing nothing. They still expect a tip when you ring your own order up. A service tip used to be based on the service received by your server. Anyone else out there not appreciate going out to eat, being expected to work there for free and pay a tip to the restaurant for the service you provided? read more

WARNING!! Order in person or through the phone, NOT online if you're doing pick up. Usually ordering online cost a bit more due to the website fees, but I feel ripped off because of the price difference. My order for a Cheesy Trueburger came out to be $11.55 before tax and no extra cost additives. I was surprised by the pricing but according to the reviews, it must be worth it. Come to find out while checking the menu in person, in person cost $8.75! I feel so defeated. The fries were only $0.65 more, which is fair and what I expected of online ordering. Staff was incredibly friendly, wishing me a good day while I picked up my food. I'm sure it would've been a pleasant experience to order in person. As for the food, my burger patty was overly salted so I had to readjust my taste buds. It had a good amount of all other ingredients, except more lettuce would be better. I ordered medium rare and indeed received medium rare (pink inside). The flavor profile was nice, savory. The fries were good as well, I love when fries are super garlicky like the restaurant supplied, but it was a bit soggy. Save yourself the money and order through phone or in person read more

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Think patty burger. Well seasoned and cooked to medium. Came out juicy and flavorful. Shouldn't have done a double. Solid burger. I prefer Lovely's. read more

TrueBurger - TrueBurger - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

TrueBurger is Legit. Made to order and very juicy. Mushroom burger was equally as good. Fries are fresh and crispy. Nothing negative to say about TrueBurger. read more

The burger I had just didn't taste good. The meat just did not taste good....it was gamey and not fresh tasting. I couldn't finish it tbh

It's a delightfully simple and delicious burger. One of my favorite spots in the Bay Area.

Prepare your taste buds! These burgers are HUGE and greasy! Do not take them out of their wax paper safety shells or you will need A LOT of napkins! These are real deal back yard BBQ style burgers that hit the spot in every way. For Bay Area prices expect to pay $35-40ish for 2 burgers and 2 fries but I feel like they are still worth it even at this price point. Your order will come out quickly, the menu is limited like In and Out/ Chic Fil A so expect your food in 10 minutes or less unless they are super busy! Unless you are on a date you should try the garlic fries! I have eaten here at least 6 times and am yet to have a disappointing burger! PS- no surcharges or junk fees here! read more

Who deserves a burger more than someone who has walked around town for 7 hours? *raises hand* I've had the regular here before however, my friend looked at me with disappointment when I didn't have the True Deluxe burger. And here we are. My two guy friends and I placed our order, with fries of course, and dug in True Deluxe - it truly is amazing. The nicely fried stuffed mushroom with cheese was not greasy at all. The meat was nice and tender. Not sure if I was hungry or it was that good but I killed it within 5 minutes. Friends: whoa, are you already done? As they finish their half. Yes, its that good yalls Fries - these babies never disappoint read more

TrueBurger - True Deluxe - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Hey! TrueBurger serves up great burgers! Even with Covid-19, their food travels well as takeout or delivery. The Caviar App was offering 25% off to try a local burger place. So I decided to try TrueBurger. I ordered the "Double-Up" Burger and Garlic fries. OMG, the Double-Up Burger is like a classic double cheeseburger. Two 5-oz beef patties, double cheese, lettuce, tomato, and garlic mayo. I tried to pick it up, and the cheese and juices are just oozing out. I got it cooked medium (still pink). A true cheeseburger requires a few napkins to wipe the juices off your mouth. The patties should have an irregular shape, and the cheese should be melted. Yes, the grill cook drains the meat, but you can't drain the juices. This burger was so good, I couldn't put it down! The garlic fries were good. Not too spicy, and not very pricey for fries. Of course, it's better to eat fries straight from the kitchen. The fries seem to retain their freshness. Maybe the garlic sauce coating help keep them from getting soggy. TrueBurger is one of the Top Burger places in the Eastbay! read more

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Came here on a Tuesday early evening and service was pretty quick. I got a mushroom burger and although I wish the cheese inside the patty had more flavor, it was still solid. I don't think it was worth the cost though. I was a huge fan of the garlic aioli on the burger. I also tried some of my friend's cheese fries which had a bit of a kick and strawberry lemonade and both of those were delicious. The only thing I really disliked was that there were tons of flies inside the restaurant around the seating area which made it not super comfortable to sit and eat. Overall, I would maybe return for the fries and lemonade as a to go snack but probably not the burger. read more

TrueBurger - Mushroom Burger - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Yes...5 stars. In a land of hoity-toity fare, including ridiculously overpriced, underwhelming hamburgers...This spot??? is spot on. Bacon cheeseburger was really solid, from the burger, to the bun, and the nicely fresh toppings. The fries were great...and a Mexican coke available to boot? Yes please, and thank you, True Burger. Nice folks and good food. I will gladly pay my hard earned money for another trip here in the future. Right on TB, keep doin' what you're doin'... read more

TrueBurger - Bacon Cheeseburger and fries... - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Whenever I go to a fast food restaurant, there's three things I consider: the burger, the fries, and the shake. The Burger: Trueburger does not serve smash-burger style burgers similar to places like Super Duper. Instead they deliver a traditional hamburger, with fresh patties that gush flavor, especially if you order the Double-Up. Ordered at medium-rare, the burger is perfect, though you may want to consider grabbing some utensils as the bun can quickly be overwhelmed by the patties. The Fries: Fresh, crisp, and lightly salted - as all fries should be. A perfect side to your burger and not overwhelming the main course. If you want to get something more intense, you can go for their solid garlic fries. The Shake: Wherever I am, my go-to is always a strawberry malt milkshake. While still sweet, it leans much more toward being creamy than an artificial-sweetness that can leave your throat begging for water. Plus they have a variety of unique shakes you can try, which include banana and toasted marshmallow. California is know for some pretty big name burger chains, however, it's the little guys that often pack the biggest punch. Give me a few dollars and I would take Trueburger any day of the week. read more

Love you guys! But could you please update some of your photos from your website to better depict of the end product we'll be receiving as consumers? While it doesn't matter all that much but it does when someone hates brioche buns. A heads up or updated pic on your website would have been nice, thank you. Still adore you guys but please update it. Tbh, no one likes brioche grilled cheese that's thick like that. Really stoked, only to be slightly disappointed. Didn't eat it because the dislike for brioche is real. read more

TrueBurger - Screenshot of the web menu; grilled cheese is shown with sourdough bread. - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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Decent burger and fries. The ingredients seem fresh and the flavor was good. The portion sizes are standard and comparable to the price. The strawberry lemonade is great! They use fresh strawberries, so watch out for the seeds. The service is fast and the staff are kind. They do offer take out and delivery. They offer fast delivery, too. read more