50 Best Burger Restaurants near Albany

“Atmosphere, customer service, prices and the freaking food is amazing 😍. Highest rated casual dining from Hayward to Vallejo! For good reason! This is a must if in the area. We will be back!“

“Walk down San Pablo without smelling the burgers and going inside to order early lunch challenge level: impossible. My favorite diner style burger in the East Bay. If you're in the area and about to grab some fast food, do your taste buds a favor and pop in here to support a fantastic family owned restaurant instead! The price is the same but the quality will be a world apart.“

“1111 Solano is a new location for this restaurant. Previously near Craneway and before the pandemic in Point Richmond. Same chef, same staff, and same excellent food and service.“

“Delicious food 🍔🍟🍦🥤yummy 😍“

“Sooooooooooooooooooo delicious“

“Amazing burger !! Je recommande !!“

“The best burger I've eaten in a veryy Llong time. The price was completely okay and the burgers were extremely big. The french fries were delicious as the onion rings and the salad. I will definetely come back here and I recommend it to everyone who wants to eat burgers!!“

“first time going here. A friend recommended and I was not disappointed! Burger, Fries and milkshake were soooo good. I will be definitely returning. I ordered for pickup but place looks really nice and staff were nice as well when I picked up.“

“We came in on a Friday afternoon looking for some quality fare, and were taken care of by Jasmin herself and her coworker at the time. We had the cheeseburger and double burger, and all of the sides (tater tots, fries, onion rings). Not only was all the food freshly cooked in front of us, everything was perfectly crispy, and packed with flavor.

And Jasmin! I'm going to echo all the comments made by others and just say she is the sweetest host. She's about as Korean ajumma as you can get, in terms of hospitality and making sure you're fed. She's ready to make your day the best way she can, and with a smile on her face.

I hope she continues to be a staple of the neighborhood for the next 20 years and beyond!

P.s. buy a tote bag!“

“Love the food and the community!!“

“Amazingly great food. This is one of those gems that make a neighborhood. Attached to a gas station, but dont let that fool you, this is one of those truck-driver diaspora bodegas where they sell excellent Halal food for the many muslim drivers who need Halal foos along their route.“

“If you’re looking for the best burgers in San Francisco, that’s the place! Amazing burgers, chicken, steaks and more. The prices are good and service is amazing! Ricardo is such a nice waiter, we visit often this place, I couldn’t recommend it more.“

“My favorite food is everything on the menu“

“It was a drive thru, so take the atmosphere rating w a grain of salt. As a vegetarian, I don't come here often, but I drive through the tunnel several times a day and there is only so long one can resist the scrumptious smell of fried onions and all of the animal style goodness.
So, I joined the long line and grabbed a grilled cheese animal style, along with some fries and a drink.
The guy taking my order was patient, friendly, and thorough. The person taking my money was cheerful and smiling. The person giving me the food double checked to make sure I was being given the correct order and was friendly and kind.
The grilled cheese and all of the toppings is hit the spot. The fries were on the salty side, and the drink had the perfect balance of beverage and ice.
If you eat meat, your experience will likely be better, since there are so many additional options.
Go on the earlier side or risk getting in line directly out of the tunnel (stay in the farthest right lane).
Enjoy!“

“Good food under the towering Bay Bridge- great views 😍“

“The bigger was little small for the price but great ingredients. Great flavor. I wish the fries were thicker so they would hold texture longer and not get so hard as they cool. My loaded fries did not have fresh fries. Fresher fries would have improved the experience“

“I love going to Lana’s for ice cream. I am so happy they brought back the Macapuno. It’s so smooth and buttery. The Vietnamese coffee and banana Oreo flavors are also amazing. I tried the burgers once as well -definitely tasty. And the service is always wonderful. I just wish they could open sooner most days rather than just Fridays.“

“Dude. It's In-n-Out. What more can I say? Just Do It!“

“Top of the line Smash burgers! It gets no better than this! Juicy and delicious 😋 ❤️ The fries are so tasty and that sauce.... All I'm gonna say is rush to this place! Enjoy the view of the historic Claremont hotel while you're there 😊👍🏽“

“Delicious food, highly recommended“

“The burgers are so juicy and delicious! Anthony Bourdain was right!“

“My picky husband really liked the veggie burger 😊“

“Quality and large burgers packed with flavor. I’ve never tried a halal burger but it was delicious. Burgers were grilled fresh and fries were fried fresh and crispy. Well priced burgers with good portion size. I got the 3 M’ini burgers with fries pack ($17) which allows you to try many of their different burger styles.

Shroom burger: packed with juicy and flavorful mushrooms, mozzarella cheese, sweet grilled onions, and a large halal beef patty.

Fries: their spicy garlic sauce is one of the best sauces I’ve ever tasted in my life. A strong garlic flavor with a sweet sauce with a lingering spice after eating it, the sauce complements the fries extremely well.

Service: I have to give a shoutout to the cashier that allowed me to try the spicy garlic sauce for free. She wasn’t supposed to give it to me when I asked because it’s an extra charge but out of the kindness of her heart she let me try it because I mentioned it was my first time at the restaurant. Thank you!“

“great juicy burger, thick creamy shake and the amazing garlic fries 🍟“

“We stopped in last weekend while on a road trip and absolutely loved this place! The food was fantastic and reasonably priced. The manager, Alejandro Parada provided incredible customer service. I really wish we lived nearby so we could eat here all the time!“

“I love Nations but it really pisses me off that the Management doesn't allow the employees to have a tip jar of every little bit helps especially now and it's not like they pay great either just average, but I did see a Giant Help Wanted sign in the window, hmmm I wonder why?“

“Your chicken sandwich swelled up my lip because it was so dang hot“

“Nivea took care of me while dining in the Montclair location. The food was excellent, rivaling in-n-out, truly. Nivea was kind, attentive and very professional. Her service with a smile would draw me back time after time. And did I mention the smash burgers are number one.I would overall recommend this place to anyone looking for a friendly and welcoming environment.“

“I went there for brunch and I totally recommend it. Be mindful you will have to queue outside, but if that doesn’t stop you, you will enjoy one of the best brunches I’ve had in town.
We ordered the cdmx and the special of the day. They were both really good and filling.
If they have agua fresca de mango, order it. It is delicious!!“

“I still love a good old fashion Nation's Giant Hamburgers. It's one of those things that remain the same. You know what you're getting when you go. Now, the burger was as expected but I was served two orders of cold fries. The pies are fresh and still delicious as ever. When I'm in the mood for cheesecake I'll go.“

“TAME [Original] Taramis“

“A fun, local cafe with fresh made food served hot and quickly. Mr Osman was so accommodating and friendly, even brings the food to your table himself once it is ready. Very clean and quaint on the inside. In town for a conference and already planning to stop by for lunch again tomorrow.“

“First and foremost I want to thank the manager Lynn for a truly amazing experience and phenomenal service and attentiveness to our needs.
Our friend was celebrating a very important birthday and throughout our visit Lynn and her very attentive staff was consistently on point on target and incredibly hospitable. We ordered almost every item on the menu and all were served in record time and with no mistakes.
I can't praise their service enough, truly ephitomizoning what great customer service was and still is from your local eatery. I strongly recommend you visit ROAM and enjoy their great food and stellar customer service.“

“Sparky's is a great quick lunch option. They've stream lined their systems during there busy times to get their customers in and out quickly. You can expect the same food quality every time. I got the teriyaki plater. I've changed my eating habits and have become sensitive to salt. Unfortunately I'll have to explore their menu to choose more healthier options. I haven't given up on returning.“

“Outstanding burger with outstanding service!
I have been craving a really good burger for a while. My standard places (Five Guys or Habit) just haven’t been doing it for me. I was in the Berkeley/Albany area and decided this would be a good time to try a different burger place. Oh G Burger x Chimmelier was the best rated burger place in the area that I was in. It was also the most out of the way. But I never been to that area so I decided to go for an adventure. I am very happy that I did! 😃
I ordered the standard double smash burger with Oh G sauce and tater tots. The burger was thoroughly greasy in the best way possible! A hamburger is not health food. A good hamburger should be 20% fat and thus greasy. This is an outstanding hamburger! And I’m so glad that other reviews mentioned the tater tots. They were fluffy, crunchy pillows of potato delight. 🥹 I had forgotten how wonderful a tater tot can be!
And the burger and tater tots together were just over $18 before tip. That’s right in line with what I pay at the other places I go, but this is a far superior burger. I will be back again, hopefully soon.
An unexpected plus was the outstanding person working the front of the restaurant , Nivea (pronounced Ni-VAY-ah, NOT like the hand lotion). I’m a very observant person and my work involves increasing productivity (nerd alert!), and I developed as habit of observing how people do their work, especially in service jobs. Sadly, it seems that most people working in customer service jobs today have little to no interest in serving customers. That is not the case with Nivea. I came in at 7 PM on a Sunday night, so it was late in the shift the restaurant was full. She greeted me quickly and with genuine warmth and a smile. When I asked where the restroom was, she gave me clear instructions and also warned me that it might be a little wet in there. I watched her move around rapidly, serving all the different customers. Then she took the opportunity to clean up the restroom, then she was back filling up the water, pitcher moving rapidly to get it done quickly. When a large group that was seated at the counter, asked her what type of ice cream was used in the milkshake because they really liked it, she went to the back and got the information. I think there were only three workers in the restaurant at that time, two in the kitchen and Nivea in the front of the house. That’s a lot of work and responsibility to be on one person and most people in food service would not manage it, but she handled it with grace.
I’ve never met Nivea before, I just think it’s important to recognize outstanding work whenever I see it, as it is becoming increasingly rare. She was totally caught off guard when I told her what I thought about her work. The group seated at the counter agreed with my observation that Nivea is an excellent server and worker.
Nivea, if you happen to read this, there are many jobs in and out of customer service where your positive energy and diligence will take you far. Don’t sell yourself short.
And to other restaurant owners in the Berkeley/Albany area: if you’re looking for a good food server, come by Oh G Burger x Chimmelier, and ask is Nivea is working. If she is, order some food, sit down, and enjoy the food and the service.“

“Edit: My recent experiences here have been more mixed than in the past. Employees here are still fairly friendly but prices are no longer so reasonable. I do enjoy the new rewards program, though.

The employees are always super friendly and the food is awesome at a reasonable price (considering the city we're in and how expensive other quality burger places can be). They offer lots of meat options for burgers as well as a vegetable patty, and have seasonal items that rotate (like certain drinks/beers, salads, and certain meats like elk). Love it here and go to both locations all the time.“

“Your chicken sandwich swelled up my lip because it was so dang hot“

“This little burger joint is like stepping back in time to the 50s. The burgers, fries and shakes are great, really hit the spot! No indoor seating, but theres outdoor chairs and benches and plenty of parking. Very economic pricing, efficient service.“

“If you are interested in old school burgers where you can still order medium rare, and the burgers actually come medium rare, this the place. The burgers are huge and of high quality beef. The price includes fries, but I like the fact that with a very small upcharge I was able to sub 1/2 sweet potato fries and half onion rings, also very good and made to order. Finally, their milkshakes are great. I took one star off for atmosphere, but that’s because there was a basekball game going on and was a bit loud; however the other patrons were watching the game so I can’t really fault them. The guy that runs the place is always so friendly and appreciative of my business.“

“Small unassuming restaurant but burgers and fries are very very good. It's not fast food. It will take time to cook your order but it's worth the wait. Price is relatively cheap considering the big portion and high quality of the food. Friendly staff. Place is clean and quiet because everyone is enjoying their meal. It can get busy once all the nearby restaurants close. Oh, I also like the milkshakes.“

“Walked by this spot often and always loved how friendly they were so I stopped in for a double cheeseburger - was honestly blown away! Solid juicy grilled patties and fresh ingredients - doesn’t leave you feeling too “greasy” after either. Went back twice! Def one of my fave burger spots!!“

“Best place to watch am Eagles game. Felt like home. Great atmosphere and food!“

“My wife and I visited this spot yesterday to enjoy their Happy Hour. The place is small, but perfect. They have outside seating as well. We sat at the bar. We were immediately greeted warmly.

We ordered the Summer drink and the Peach one (Both found on the menu). We ordered the Original burger with fried egg and avocado. It was delicious. The burger was big, flavorful and everything was cooked how I needed it to be (We shared the burger and small fries. It was enough for 2). We ordered more drinks: Chocolate martini (Not on the menu, but ask for it...so delicious), we had tequila shots and my wife had a Mezcal drink prepared by the bartender (Not on the menu, but it was tasty).

The bartender was funny, accomodating and amazing. So amazing that I did not even know he was the owner!! Lol.. his name is Mike. He such a cool down to earth dude. Like very personable.

I definitely reccomend this spot!“

“Good lamb burger. Quality of food is very good. BRING BACK THE DOOGH (yogurt drink). Falafel is not good on the Mediterranean Plate, a few crumbs instead of a proper falafel ball. Also bring the eggplant back. Should go back to the old menu items.“

“The people working there were really nice and friendly. I ordered a grilled cheese & fries. A little over $6 -not bad these days. And they were good, too. Atmosphere is not great -it’s right across from the Coliseum BART station -but it’s the only place in the immediate vicinity. I was running late to a NIN concert so hadn’t had time to grab something beforehand. There are only two sidewalk tables, so I sat on the fire hydrant. Perfectly fine for a quick bite before a show. They also have a really large menu. I’d stop by again.“

“We are from West Michigan. You could say me and the boys are cheeseburger connoisseurs. We give this place a solid 8. Burgers were well made, presented well. Toppings were fresh and had good color. It was not too messy, but yet was juicy. A nice portion size, not too big, not too small. We would recommend these burgers if you are in the area!“

“I drove by a handful of spots and places looked shady. Decided to stop at Seawolf for a beverage. Ended up ordering a cheese ? and added ? from Willie’s kitchen. It was surprisingly really good!
I’m Always looking for a good spot when I’m on the road, and I will be back to this place..

I should’ve taken a photo! ?“

“Great beer and the most delicious burger I've ever had“

“Good selection with a lot of options and they don't disappoint. It was my son's 1st time and he loved it‼️“

“I came here because I used to go to BurgerIM in Los Angeles, on Western and Melrose many years ago and now that I live in the bay I was surprised to see an old favorite here. Let me just tell you their burgers are just as delicious as they always have been. I’m shocked this place was super empty, because their sliders are truly quality. Their fries - eh, not my favorite. But you really can’t go wrong with their sliders.“