Had uptown burger awhile ago... had to check it out since this location always changes business... so now from peters gourmet to uptown... I had Peter's a few times honestly tasty burgers felt high quality but to me it just was too expensive of a burger If you got for the whole meal.. fries drink etc. So I wasn't the biggest fan Now onto uptown... went in was thinking of the patty melt since I do love myself a patty melt on that sourdough.. asked the lady at the register to recommend me anything on the menu that would make me wanna come back. I told her initially I wanted the patty melt but anything is fine. She says the patty melt is probably one of their best sellers so I go with that. Just the melt wanted to try it first before buying all the other stuff. It was 15 foe the melt and. Side. Waited about 10 minutes got my food anddddddd it was blaaaaaaaaand. Like no flavor.. I swear for 15 dollars I expect something decent like im not even joking when i say any fastfood burger had more to sam amount of flavor... no joke even the sourdough bread for the melt was lacking.. It sucks that this is so close to home and would've loved another good burger joint but this one feels like a one n done for me. Good luck to them. Also only added the 1 star because of super cleanliness.. read more

Second visit here. First time we came, I had the bbq burger with sweet potato fries. This time round changed it up and had the pulled pork sandwich with onion rings. Everything was excellent. Flavorful and the value is great. The ambiance, music, and Joe greeted us and what a good stand up guy, easy to talk to and accommodating. Very clean and organized. Will definitely be back. Thanks again. read more

Uptown Burger - Pulled pork sandwich - Burgers Near Me - Fullerton, California

Ordered the Uptown Classic for take out and enjoyed it so much! Service was very friendly on the phone and at pick up. My burger was juicy, pretty hearty, and had great flavor. The fries were good too and I'm excited to try some onion rings next time. Great new burger spot next to Ralph's with plenty of parking in the plaza. read more

Unfortunately for us we simply didn't think it was a good option for us. Send to be popular with the local little league as it was packed with teams. The food was not good, I had the uptown burger and it just didn't do it for me, and the wife felt the same with her meal and she's usually pretty forgiving... Prices are high for the food and if the quality and taste reflected this I would not mind but it just was very overpriced for the quality and taste. I wish them well. read more

Showed up cuz we wanted Peter's Gourmade Burgers. Found Uptown Burgers in it's space. Decided to stay cuz the kids were excited for burgers, & we do like to try new places. Do not regret that decision AT ALL! I got the chimichurri burger with citrus slaw. Couldn't decide between that & the roasted chili burger, so went with the recommendation of the guy that was helping us out. Super flavorful & really fresh. The slaw wasn't as sweet as I was expecting, which was a nice surprise. Hubs got the tri tip sandwich, which wasn't on their normal menu, but I hope they add it permanently, because that was also delicious -- yes, i stole a bite. He knew this was what he was signing up for when he married me! After all their excitement for Burgers, kids went with corn dogs (because of course they did), & they were both very happy with them. The only thing I'm upset about is that now we have to try everything on the menu, so the Uptown team's going to be stuck with us for a while. read more

The food was amazing!!! The fries were especially yummy! Crispy and made to perfection!!! The hamburgers were fresh and delicious! Prices were extremely reasonable!! The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. Service with a smile! The room was very spacious and gave us ladies plenty of space to enjoy ourselves. While having enough room for other patrons as well! It is also nice they offer outdoor seating on gorgeous days, like today! Absolutely worth the visit!!! I can not wait to go again read more

Uptown Burger - Comfy booths! Big enough for larger groups! - Burgers Near Me - Fullerton, California

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My boyfriend and I were hungry after Sunday church service and a 5 mile hike. We were craving a big, juicy burger and a side, for a reasonable price, at a comfortable and convenient location. We found all that and more at Uptown Burger. UB is located in the Ralphs shopping center on Harbor Blvd, with Brea Blvd being the nearest major cross street. It's directly across from Hillcrest Park. It's tucked away neatly in the corner with the neighboring martial arts school next door. Upon entering, you notice how clean and large the dining area is. It's equally nice to have welcoming patio furniture directly outside for dining in that beautiful So Cal weather. The menu is next-level. There are a variety of choices to satisfy adults and children and those with specific restrictions. I'm practicing a low carb diet, so the lettuce wrap was right up my alley. With that, means I'm all about protein. So it was a pleasure to be able to double my protein for $4 more. I chose the BBQ version and selected two turkey patties. They offer veggie patties as well so I look forward to sampling that next time with a different version of sauces and offerings. Any place that sells sweet potato fries, has a sale from me on the spot. Hence, that was my chosen side. Let's talk about taste. The food was very fresh. I mean, duh right, but you can taste the goodness in every bite. The sauce an cheese combo on mine was phenomenal. Both the burger and fries were exactly the right temperature I'd expect. The staff we encountered were super friendly. The cashier explained what items on the menu were their more popular ones and did his best upsell on the packaged cookies that looked to die for, but we declined politely. There's a large screen tv inside and high chairs for kiddos. The wall is adorned with photos of Fullerton's surroundings back in the day. I did not require a visit to the bathroom so I can't comment on that. The prices are consistent for what you'd pay for a great burger and side at a sit-down restaurant, but this fast casual atmosphere took the longer wait time away. My guy and I will be returning here sooner rather than later, despite living in the city of Placentia. It's just that good. It doesn't surprise us in the least bit because the owner Joe Rasic used to run Craftsman for years in our city and I recall how much I desired those burgers back then. Make a point to check this joint out as there's simply no way on Earth you'll be disappointed. read more

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Best service ever I will definitely will come back The service was great. It's a good place. Lotta business.

this fast and fresh restaurant has excellent food for a great price. I paid a dollar extra to get the sirloin burger well worth the money. We also decided to get shakes for dessert because it was my friend's birthday. I had the cinnamon toast. He had the Reesie's. They were delicious as well. Super fast, friendly service. with a casual atmosphere and great music. read more

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Another great burger joint that makes their own patties. These are the burger businesses I want to support. No more frozen hockey puck patties family run joints for me. The service was awesome. Staff explained there items to me with extreme patience. Restaurant was very cool. Great hangout vibe. Lots of items on the menu. Would definitely go back before I bail out of oc and after. read more

Uptown Burger - Burgers Near Me - Fullerton, California

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This place is truly a hidden GEM! Payton took immaculate care of me and my burgerboys whom I treated to a delicious meal. The store was also quite nice itself, with some nice music and ample seating. Cannot stress enough just how great Payton was. A+++ read more

The chicken pesto sandwich was amazing. I am so glad they are a 3 min drive from my place ! New favorite spot . read more

The food here was incredible! I ordered the gluten free BBQ burger and it was spectacular! As one of the only people in my family with allergies, finding restaurants can be tough, so I was thoroughly impressed with this place!!! Additionally, all the staff members were extremely friendly and our cashier/server spoke Spanish as well! The owner, Peyton (I think that's how you spell it) was extremely kind and even came up to talk to us. He was a very kind, young entrepreneur who seemed genuinely happy! I would come back here in an instant whenever I am in the area! Highly recommend this place to anyone who loves a burger! read more

Uptown Burger - Gf bbq burger - Burgers Near Me - Fullerton, California

LOVED this place!!! We came here on a Saturday. It wasn't super busy and I honestly had doubts because the location didn't stand out, nor have I ever heard of it. The first thing I noticed was that although the menu wasn't super big, they had a large variety of options. The staff seemed attentive, friendly and happy to help. I believe the owner asked how we were doing too. Inside was clean and the vibe and music were chill. They had a huge TV. The food tasted spectacular! The BLT I ordered was probably the best I've ever had. The onion rings were perfectly crispy and nothing was too heavy, greasy or soggy. Portions are perfect and the house aioli sauce was so good! I would love to come back and try the other menu items. Since this is a burger place, I'd love to see more burger and sandwich options. Maybe more sauces too, like a spicy house ketchup. Drinks were a bit basic- they had Coke products. This place is a hidden gem. We only came here because we got the coupon in the mail that advertised it. I'm so glad we gave it a shot! read more

Uptown Burger - B.L.A.T. - Burgers Near Me - Fullerton, California

Customer Service was good & the food was DELICIOUS I ordered the Chicken Pesto Sandwich (cashier recommended) and some Fries very tasty and well made. Will definitely go back and try other items . Just a heads up tho it is on the pricier side (payed $17 dollars with no drink ) but it was definitely worth it read more

Uptown Burger - Chicken Pesto Sandwich - Burgers Near Me - Fullerton, California

I was a longtime fan of Peter's Gourmade Burgers from their original location, so I was genuinely disappointed when the Fullerton spot closed. Still, I wanted to give Uptown Burger a fair shot. I recently saw one of their Instagram reels, and the place looked nicer than before, so I figured, why not? When I arrived, there was only one other customer, which I didn't mind. I assumed it was just a slow night. I ordered, picked up my burgers, and headed home. Unfortunately, the experience fell flat. Unlike Peter's Gourmade, the burgers here don't match the pictures at all. They were small, bland-looking, and lacked any real flavor. Honestly, they tasted like a very average burger you could get from almost any stand except these cost significantly more. Even the little details were disappointing. Peter's used to serve condiments in small plastic containers, which felt more thoughtful and higher quality. Uptown just tossed in basic ketchup packets, which somehow summed up the whole experience. For the price, I expected something closer to the quality and flavor that made Peter's special. Sadly, this just wasn't it. I really wanted to love this place, but based on this visit, I don't see myself coming back. read more

Unfortunately a pretty disappointing experience. Ever since Burger Parlor closed quite a few years ago I've always hoped Fullerton would get a replacement - high quality, fresh, chef and ingredient driven burgers. Pete's Gourmade, the restaurant previously at this location was good but didn't quite hit that mark. I had hopes for Uptown Burger, but unfortunately it was a big step backwards. Generic brand ketchup packets set the scene for food that is cost and convenience driven. I'm confident the beef is cooked from pre-made frozen patties, as are the onion rings. Bun quality was also pretty poor, and had a bitter oxidized oil flavor like they were toasted with stale oil or on a not regularly cleaned flattop. Mushrooms on the burger were steamed and flavorless, not browned at all. Fry oil tasted fine, though, so a plus for that being changed frequently enough. Hopefully these are just growing pains for a new business, but they feel more like foundational problems. TLDR, you'll get a better burger for half the price at the fast casual burger chain of your choice. read more

I'll admit, I was hesitant to try Uptown Burger because I loved what used to be in that location and wasn't sure anything could live up to it--but I'm so glad we gave it a chance. From the moment we walked in, the experience exceeded every expectation. We met Payton, who we later learned is the owner, and he truly sets the tone for the entire place. He greeted every guest who walked through the door and was constantly walking around the dining area helping clear trays and checking in on people, even though it's counter service. That level of care and genuine hospitality is rare and made us feel incredibly welcomed. My partner and I ordered the chimichurri burger, and it was absolutely packed with flavor--every bite was bright, savory, and satisfying. The sweet potato fries were cooked perfectly: crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and seasoned just right. We also tried the smoked red pepper burger, which was equally delicious. The flavors blended beautifully, and while it wasn't spicy, you could distinctly taste each component, which made it really stand out. My partner is a huge chili cheese fries fan, and those absolutely delivered--rich, indulgent, and exactly what you'd hope for. What started as hesitation quickly turned into excitement--we've already picked out what we're ordering on our next visit. I'm so happy we decided to give Uptown Burger a try, and I wish Payton and his partner nothing but continued success. This place is something special. read more

Uptown Burger - Chimichurri burger + sweet potato fries - Burgers Near Me - Fullerton, California

We weren't even planning to try Uptown Burger. We were at my girlfriend's daughter's race at Fullerton College when one of the owners walked up, introduced himself, handed us a couple coupons, and invited us to check them out. Bold move. I respect it. So we went. Uptown Burger is in the Vons shopping center in Fullerton, and it has that classic neighborhood burger spot feel -- casual, welcoming, and zero pretension. We split the Red Pepper Burger (yes, it looks messy in the photos... but that's how you know it's going to be good). The red pepper sauce -- which Joe later told us is his own recipe -- had this rich, slightly smoky, savory kick that just layered perfectly with the beef and cheese. Not overpowering. Just balanced and craveable. Now let's talk fries The shoestring fries were crisp and light, and the chili fries? This is where they won me over. The fries actually stayed crispy under the chili and cheese. That's rare. That means they're doing something right. Onion rings were golden, crunchy, and not greasy -- solid execution. Mid-meal, Joe came over to chat and thank us for coming in. Super friendly. No forced sales energy. Just genuine pride in what they're building. You love to see it. Only suggestion: add a puppy patty. We had our dog with us, and multiple other dogs showed up while we were there. This place already feels dog-friendly -- might as well lean into it. Bottom line: great food, engaged owners, and a strong addition to the Fullerton burger scene. We'll absolutely be back read more

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We had Chimichurri burger and avocado bacon chicken sandwich. Both very tasty and very nice service. Glad to have a quality food choice nearby! We will be back read more

Uptown Burger - Chimichurri burger with frings (half French fries half onion rings) - Burgers Near Me - Fullerton, California

The food was amazing! I got the BBQ burger with onion rings, and both were absolutely delicious. The burger was juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly, and the onion rings were crispy and tasted great. The workers were also very friendly, welcoming, and helpful, making the whole experience even better. Great food and excellent customer service I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Was really excited to try this place. We ordered two of the bbq burgers and the kids had a plain uptown burger and a kids burger. The good: Fast service and friendly employees. The food was made fresh to order. The bad: All of the burgers lacked flavor. It tasted like just beef. I don't think I will try it again. Thought it might have been a mistake but all of them lacked flavor and the ingredients didn't complement each other. read more

Yikes. I ordered some to go "regular burgers". Having been a long time Pete's gourmet burger customer, I was anxious to try them out. When I opened up my package at home, it was a flat smooshed burger bun. The burger itself wasn't all that great. Super disappointed, especially with the price point because nothing's cheap anymore- that made it even worse. Not sure this will last. read more

The Chimichurri burger here is absolutely amazing :-) I liked Peters, but Uptown is stories above. Worth it! read more

Got the uptown burger and it lacked flavor. Onion rings were also bland. Place is clean, friendly cashier, but won't be back for bland food with a high price. read more

Uptown Burger - K - Burgers Near Me - Fullerton, California

Great burgers! Great staff! We loved it! I love supporting small businesses. If you want a great burger and fresh ingredients come here!

We visited Uptown Burger today for Mother's Day lunch. The burgers were really good: juicy, flavorful but not salty, and a really good size (it's definitely hefty)! The owner, Joe was super nice and mentioned they often run sales and discounts! It's definitely a place we'd like to visit again! read more

Ordered a gluten free bun. Didn't get 1. Didn't realize until the last bite. My husband asks if it was gf and the guy behind the counter says it was not. The end. read more

Friendly staff and fast service Food is great with many options Will be back for sure so much more to try read more

so delish and great service , worth the hype and def coming here more often. Usually after having in n out I feel slimy but I just felt satisfied after Uptown! read more

both service and food was great. we enjoyed options including the uptown classic burger (which was our favorite of the items). truly was classic - can't go wrong with it. their bbq burger was also great. it wasn't drenched in sauce, but rather had a perfect amount to where the meat's natural flavor still shined through with a good balance of bbq flavor. the blat sandwich had a generous amount of avocado and bacon, which is always more than appreciated. the regular fries are perfectly cut, i loved the texture - thin, crispy, and soft on the inside. they offer some housemade drinks which we enjoyed. i liked that they weren't overly sweet like most soft drinks. even though sweet is not always for me, the chocolate shake was genuinely amazing - both on its own and as a pairing for the fries. read more

I tried so many different things I had buffalo wings, Chimichurri burger with fries , Cremini burger, with onion rings , burrata salad, coleslaw, and a Froot Loop milkshake. And everything was amazing. I would have to say my favorite was a chimichurri burger so much flavor! And the service was amazing. All of the staff greeted us and we're super friendly. Had a really nice conversation with the manager. I will definitely be back! It was also really clean and had nice decor read more

Went on opening weekend on accident. Was looking forward to eating at the previous burger establishment but when I pulled up, I noticed it changed restaurants. So I decided to stay and give this place a chance. Burger was mid. Only cheese options were white cheeses. (Add cheddar plz) Fries were not cooked throughly. Soda from the machine tasted horrible. Also gave my husband and I the shits all night, so that was fun! Wouldn't go back tbh! But owner was nice ! Good luck! read more

Uptown Burger - Burgers Near Me - Fullerton, California

Great customer service. Had a modified BBQ Burger (Cashier's Recommendation) IT WAS FYR! Give this spot a try, it's stupid good! read more

Amazing menu! I couldn't decide what to try first! Unexpected salads for a "burger joint ", and the burger choices have vegetarian options. Chicken sandwiches look great, but next time I'm trying the BLTA! read more

Uptown Burger - Outdoor and indoor seating!!!! - Burgers Near Me - Fullerton, California

Had the weekend tritip special and it was awesome. Highly recommend it and the sweet potato fries too. Finishing it off with a Cinnamon Toast Crunch milkshake. So awesom locally owned & run too. I'd post a photo, but ate it too quickly. read more

i have always wanted to to try this place and finally got the time to sneak out of my very busy schedule to indulge. i looked at the menu - hmm, i couldn't decide which one! then decided to get the classic with my favorite blue cheese - not on the menu - but it was whati was craving for. i grew up as a child with a meat shop where our burgers were ground before we made them into patties - and this burger hits home. the cheese didn't over power the freshness of the burger. i was happy. maybe they'll have some garlic fries in fl he menu next time read more

The food at Uptown Burger is amazing! This place uses high quality ingredients. The burgers are like restaurant quality gourmet burgers. Uptown Burgers is now one of my go to burger places. I will definitely be eating here again. I definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a good place to eat. read more

I went here a few weeks ago and totally forgot to write my review! ( sorry guys!!) anyway this place is delicious and now that I've been here 3 times it never disappoints. Last time I went, Joe, one of the owners I believe, came to our table and was so kind and friendly. Simple conversation was great! The food is made fresh, hot and ready to enjoy the minute it hit our table. Definitely will be back again! read more

So many places advertise a burger or sandwich with pesto, but most of the time I can barely pesto inside. At Uptown Burger, the opposite was true. Pesto dripped all over the place, including my hands...it was wonderful!!! I can't wait to try the rest of their menu read more