23 Best Burger Restaurants in El Cajon

“Whoever was on the grill tonight (3/21/2026) you did an amazing job with my double double and the char on the patties. Whoever chopped the peppers however, may both sides of your pillow be very warm. Idk if you chopped them with a vengeance but these peppers are the hottest things I’ve ever had in my mouth. I thankfully was able to take a few bites of this amazing burger before being hit with the peppers and instantly seeing the fires of hell. These peppers have truly ruined my night and my tongue/lips. But I’ll be back regardless cause this burger was delicious before satans peppers entered my mouth.“

“So, I’ve so far tried this place three times. All three times have been 10/10. The burgers are juicy and flavorful. My favorite item from here has been the “loaded burger fries” I highly recommend you try that. Also, they’re a small family owned burger joint, so they have my 100% support.“

“Found Funky Burgers and Fries today. I just wanted a Strawberry Shake. It was awesome! Made with quality ingredients and care. The service was excellent. I’ll be back to try their Burgers & Fries👍“

“I'm surprised I've never reviewed. Beef 'n Bun. First, it would be hard to find a better milkshake in the County, but they've always excelled in their burgers and fish (like another place I know 😉). Fries? I'm generally not a fan of crinkle cut fries, and theirs didn't do much to change that.
That aside, I was in the area and since I haven't had anything besides a banana shake in a few years, so I went in for a monster burger combo upgraded with a large banana shake. A quick note - I tried to get a banana shake in Vegas several weeks back. I've never seen so many blank stares in my life. Sad.
My shake came out first, as always. But I wasn't expecting a THREE PATTY cheeseburger. Surprise! It used to be a respectable 2-patty that I could finish and still breathe. Not this thing. It's obscene and decadent and meaty and cheesy. The onions, tomatoes and pickles don't stand a chance against the meat sunami. The bun is there to make it look like a burger, but don't expect it to hold up for long. You're on your own. Just don't accidentally bite your hand off. I think B&B did great by making the monster burger just that. I tried my best, but I ate too many of their FRIES. Curse them, these were cooked longer and had more salt than the old crinkle fries. I have no complaints. I would throw in a picture, but it's about 2/3 finished and gross like a meat-car crash with my face.
As for the banana shake, I just finished it - 90 minutes later. I'm so glad this place has been so good for so long.“

“Their fish and chips and burgers are one of the best i have ever had . In my opinion its better than in n out.“

“Best chicken shawarma wrap I’ve ever had in my life, and the nicest people serving too! Definitely should try this food truck if you are downtown!“

“We’ve been going to Antique Row Cafe for 20+years. The food is great with ample portions. The service is excellent.“

“Fast food burger place that started in santa barbara years ago. Everything is made to order. I had the portobello mushroom burger. The sauces were nice. I haven't been I would definitely ask if they could cook the thin burger not quite so dry. My son had a combo plate cheeseburger. No complaints and better than the ones that keep things on steam tables. The fries were good.“

“I don’t even drink beer and this is my happy place“

“Melissa and Cynthia were absolutely amazing! I could not have asked for greater service. They each checked on my table every 5 minutes. My glass was never empty. And let me not forget about the energy in the restaurant, family all around. You will not be disappointed stopping.“

“Love it there, the lady and son and workers are really nice 👍“

“I gotta give this place a five star rating cause the service was great and the food was delicious. Comparing it to Epic Wings, I can honestly say this place might even beat it, especially cause the strips were more crispier.One thing is for sure, I will be returning and choosing it over Epic Wings. Oh, and this place has way more options with food and sauces.“

“We went there for breakfast and had a wonderful experience. The restaurant was clean and the food came out hot and the service was friendly and efficient. The manager Vanessa even came out and checked up on us to see if we needed anything. Definitely a great breakfast experience!“

“Monster Taco's the BEST!“

“It's all day today I've been telling my friends that Five Guys has the best burgers in town and now I'm getting a load of requests to try out other places.“

“My local Jack in the box. Never had a bad experience here. My latest addiction is fill out the receipt survey then next trip two for one jumbo Jack's. And repeat. Used to get donation $1 cirly fry but I think it's over now boo. Late night munchy meal boxes and crazy and so good but soo bad for you lol.“

“Excellent service real good food“

“Applebee’s is a great spot for a relaxed and enjoyable meal. The menu has plenty of tasty options, from steaks to salads, and the appetizers are consistently good. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere feels welcoming whether you're dining alone or with friends. The prices are reasonable for the quality, and service tends to be quick even during busy hours. Overall, a reliable place for a casual meal with good vibes and solid food.“

“I'm not much of a gambler but my dad was a frequent visitor when he was alive. So in his honor on his birthday we had dinner at one of the restaurants. Ordered one of Dad's signature dishes that I miss, meatloaf. Although not like dads it was tasty and good size slice. Everyone enjoyed their dishes as well. Our waitress was very friendly and responsive which made Dads birthday celebration that much nicer. Maybe a new tradition!“

“I usually only go to Jack-in-the-Box when it’s a last minute and I’m too tired to cook for my kids but every time I have come to this Jack-in-the-Box location my Service was top-tier. Luna actually was helpful. Got my drinks right my order has always been correct when she’s on duty and she’s so nice. Asks if I want extra sauces with my order I’m usually a plain Jane, but the egg rolls have been really good lately and she recommended them and I don’t know why I’m usually not an eggroll person, but I have been getting eggrolls ever since she suggested them“

“Excellent Service Social Distancing Polite First Time There I Loved It !!💞 Great Environment Great Food They Even Offered Us Water For The Wait Excellent Service Blessings 💞🙏“

“Love the new employees they hired, very personable and overall sweet people.

Don't know if this is standard for their tacos, or if these have been sitting in a puddle of oil for too long. $1 for 2 tacos when ordering through the app is a price that can't be beat, so I'm not upset.

Coke freestyle machines keep me coming back. They never seem to skimp on syrup, so it's always flavorful. Try the lime coke if you haven't already.“

“Es un buen restaurante donde te atienden bien y amablemente y muy rápido es el restaurante más rápido que he visto“