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    Wayback Burgers

    3.2 (42 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Scott K.

    Food was above and beyond. Meat and toppings tasted fresh. The meat was seasoned and cooked thoroughly. Customer service was top notch. Friendly staff and created a friendly environment. Very clean inside.

    Double cheeseburger with bacon, lettuce, tomato, & diced onion.
    Jim C.

    9/24/21 My sister & I had lunch together as we periodically do. I've got mixed feelings about this Wayback, and not in a good way. On the one hand, the service was very good. I had the Cheeeesy burger, large tater tots, a soft drink, and a milk shake. Sis had the Rodeo Burger, Fries and a soft drink. The total? $42+ dollars! Ridiculous for what amounts to a half step above McDonalds. The good: my burger was very good, if outlandishly expensive. Also, my sister's Rodeo burger was so inedible that the manager apologized profusely , & prepared a plain cheeseburger at no additional charge (as if the $42.00 wasn't enough). That customer service is what earns the second star. I seriously doubt that I'll be returning.

    Chipotle burger
    Crissy R.

    This is one of the better fast food joints in my surrounding area. Located in a plaza, unless you're specifically looking for this place, you may miss it. The place has an array of burgers to choose from, as well as chicken options and hot dogs. I chose the chipotle burger with the house made chips. You can opt for French fries or onion rings if the chips are not your thing. Overall, my burger had great flavor and was nice and juicy. The restaurant is big enough to have lunch with a group of friends. The employees are friendly and service was great.

    $1/ring onion rings
    Scott K.

    I had been twice before in Hamden going a second time only because I believe a restaurant deserves a second chance ( and you can't eat everything in a menu the first time). It wasn't very good there and it want any better here. The service was terrible too. With something wrong with everything I ordered the attitude of the workers was quite negative. With what you pay for the onion rings, I would expect a decent sized portion. You'll see from the posted picture that I got one ring for each dollar...a bit steep. I went back a second time (new location so had to give it a shot). While it would've been great to have a great burger locally, I'd rather drive to New Haven or west Hartford.

    Excellent Philly Cheesesteak!

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    Better than your average fast food. Good burgers & onion rings. Ambience just OK, but we usually do takeout anyway.

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    Went here for a quick dinner, turned out the crispy chicken sandwich I ordered was not fully cooked. Super disappointing!

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    No, the ownership changed and the new owners do not clean anything or even greet customers.

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    Yummy food! Great place. Very clean and staff is very friendly. I will go here more often.

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    Love me some Chipotle burger! Very clean and prompt, great service particularly Jake. Kids eat free Wednesday nights.

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