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!“

“Stopped in on Christmas Eve and had amazing burgers, fried mushrooms, and some great shakes (the mocha was something else). While we wish the mushrooms had been been a larger order, the large fries were definitely large and worth it. It's a classic burger joint, sharing a parking lot with the tire center. When we were there, a flock of turkeys walked past. Friendly crew and we love supporting small businesses like this. We will definitely stop there again. Highly recommended.“

“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 !!“

“I had the grill chicken and Cajun fries. I really liked them. Sandwich was Juicy and very flavorful. Since I don't eat beef or pork this was a great option at a burger joint. My daughter had the onion rings and wings and she like them both. The wife had the Spanish beef burger and she loved the flavor and spice. Son had the smash burger, he always eats burgers when we go out. We call him burger boy because he eats them so much. He said it was average. He said Johnny boy smash burger was a bit better. He had that the day before. The girls love that there was boba. I loved that there was beer on tap! I was going to say there's nothing negative to say about this place. But then I thought about it for a second. They charged us $1 for some ranch. Even though we ordered chicken wings, onion rings, garlic fries, french fries, cajun fries. Should have came with the order!“

“Wow! I’m visiting San Francisco and chose this spot on a busy Valentine’s Day. Boy was that the right call! Food was perfection, fries were crispy fresh-and don’t sleep on the onion rings! Service was attentive and sweet, tables were spotless, and atmosphere was vibrant and fresh. 💯 recommend and would be back.“

“We went late (10 pm on a Friday). The burgers were fresh and fast. They were juicy and incredible. I had the Phat bob, she had the mushroom. They were amazing. The garlic fries are also great, made with fresh garlic. The onion rings were ok but def go for the fries instead. Service was fast, helpful, and friendly. A great experience.“

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

“I honestly wish I hadn't been so hungry that I forgot to take photos. We had the Okie burger with fries and afterwards had salted caramel/coffee ice cream in a waffle cone - all delish! The staff was friendly, fun and accommodating. Made my birthday a delicious experience. Thank you. We'll be back!“

“Love the food and the community!!“

“Takes a while to come out but it’s worth it!“

“Mo's serve one of the best burger experience I've had in a long time. The moment I took my first bite, it was clear that they take real pride in their craft. The patty was incredibly juicy, perfectly seasoned, and cooked perfect medium rate. The bun was soft and well toasted, enough to hold everything together, and the toppings were fresh, crisp, and thoughtfully layered so each bite had the perfect balance of flavor and texture.

I order their volcano burger and it has this great sauce that added a rich, tangy finish to the entire burger. The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, making it a great spot for a casual meal with friends or a quick bite on the go and the staff were also friendly and quick to offer great recommendations. Ill be more than happy to come back and try more from their menu!“

“Absolutely fantastic.

Great quality, flavor, and good presentation on food. Highly recommend their salsa verde on just about anything. Superb. My favorite: Chilaquiles with ham, verde sauce. You won’t regret it.

Friendly, family feel staff, quick food, clean environment, atmosphere not too loud though when full it can get moderate.“

“Love coming to Hyphy Burger. The food is great and the hyphy culture throughout the restaurant definitely brings back memories of the hyphy movement. Every time i have come in the staff is always welcoming and willing to answer any questions even in the midst of a crazy rush! I will most definitely keep coming back“

“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.“

“In-N-Out Burger, Alameda

I had always received great customer services here and their protein burgers are delicious! 😋 Highly recommend!

P.S. Free Hot Cocoa on Rainy days for Kids 12 and under!!! 🌧️☔️“

“My favorite food is everything on the menu“

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

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

“Delicious food, highly recommended“

“Nations has always been our go-to spot for amazing burgers, and today’s visit was no exception. We came in fully expecting to enjoy one of their classic, delicious burgers—and that’s exactly what we got.
What really made this visit stand out, though, was the service. Joanna, Herry, and Miguel were incredibly welcoming and made sure everything was just right from start to finish. Our food was cooked perfectly to order, and their attention to detail truly showed.
The food is what keeps us coming back, but the exceptional service is what makes us choose the Nations at the bottom of the hill every time. A great experience all around—we’ll definitely be back!“

“The BEST burger plave I've tired in the BayArea, by farrrr. I got the Bigi'Western combo with onion rings, wings and a milkshake. The burger was so juicy and delicious and the mango habenero wings were really good. This is my new go to spot for either wings or a burger. Highlyyyyy recommend. Everyone I've put on, loves it.“

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

“My picky husband really liked the veggie burger 😊“

“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?“

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

“Went here on my 30 min lunch break, the gentleman working with super friendly and I told him I only had a remaining 15 minutes until my lunch is over and he fixed me up number eight the grilled chicken sandwich with fries. It was one of the best sandwiches I have ever had. Service was fast and friendly and I will definitely be returning. Thank You original Red Onion for a great lunch!“

“10/10 would smash(burger). But in all seriousness, this is a fantastic smash burger place. Jaded by the size of original burgers at other places, I ordered a double cheeseburger and was greeted by a behemoth smash burger with a perfectly crunchy burger skirt. Grab the garlic fries, they're also great.“

“I love this place. They burgers, fries, cheese curds are amazing but can you please train your cooks to send the fries with the burgers? It’s the second time in a row that I get my burger and then almost have to beg the server to give us the fries 5 min after we got the burgers. People orders fries to eat with their burgers, not afterwards…“

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

“I love coming to this nations design burger in San Pablo California. They treat me so great. I eat here almost every night. There’s a waitress named Laura her and her friends. They are always so nice to Tito. My name is Tito and I thank you guys very much.“

“TAME [Original] Taramis“

“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.“

“I came here today at lunch,

Asked the lady working there named JENIFER to help me to choose my food because I didn't eat beef.

She recommended chicken grill sandwich and made in separate grill.
Good was so good.

Definitely come back“

“I had an absolutely fantastic experience with the customer service team! Kristine truly went above and beyond with her exceptional skills. She’s all about getting things done efficiently behind the register, and her professionalism left a lasting impression on me! You go girl! Thank you“

“Ozzy’s Grill & Café delivered a very enjoyable dining experience. The food was excellent, with the fish and chips standing out—perfectly crispy, fresh, and cooked just right. The customer service was friendly, attentive, and welcoming, which made the visit even better. Overall, a solid spot that I highly recommend trying. You will not be disappointed.“

“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!“

“Awesomely cheap tasty burgers and yummy seasoned fries. Quick service overall super great. There is no place to sit and eat or even really sit and wait. But the wait is never long. They usually clean out the milkshake machine, maybe even an hour prior to closing.“

“Favorite burger joint in SF. The guys working there are super chill and welcoming, and it's got a cozy atmosphere. The burgers themselves, namely the piggy jack for me, are spectacular, especially for the low price they sell them at. They're open late and well within stumbling distance from any of the other haunts nearby.“

“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.“

“3.5 stars would probably be more accurate. It was pretty good, they have veggie patties, vegan cheese, and a vegan milkshake. Pretty small portions, especially for the fries, but generally good food. Updated from previous review on 2026-03-02“

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

“Came here to watch the Super Bowl. It was packed and hard to find a seat, but the food and service was great. They make a good burger and their milkshakes are tempting. The patties get a nice smashing to it. Good vibes, good burgers! There seemed to be plenty of street parking!“

“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.“

“Great service, the waiter was very nice and the food was delicious“

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

“OG Burger on Solano is absolutely worth the stop. I asked the gentleman behind the counter what he would order for himself, and he recommended the double bulgogi burger. I told him to make it the way he would for himself, and it came out dialed in.

What stood out is that it was not a standard American smashburger. Instead of the usual profile, it leaned into Korean fusion flavors. The bulgogi added a deep, savory sweetness that worked perfectly with the crispy smashed patties. It felt intentional and different in a good way.

He gave me a light sauce on the side that paired extremely well. I did not catch the name, but it had a vinaigrette style tang that balanced the richness of the meat and brought everything together.

I also ordered the loaded fries, and they were just as strong. As far as smashburger spots go, this one separates itself by doing something different and doing it well. I would definitely have it again.“

“I gave the service 4 stars NOT because the staff were unfriendly or rude. It was just weird to wait thaaat long for a burger 😅 My husband already finished his food, my burger was still being prepared. And ordering a burger is the most basic thing you could order in a place like this. Does’t need 40+ minutes to prepare. It was tasty though 🤤🤤🤤“