29 Best Burger Restaurants near Isla Vista

“This has been my go to spot for years. I come here at least once a week. Always surprisingly fast for the amount of people here. Double char is always reliable, and sometimes I get the triple char when I am extra hungry after a long day. Seating isn't always available, but people cycle out pretty quickly.“

“Shwarma....Mmmm“

“My days of partying are long behind me. Perhaps once a year I do anything fun at all. But I understand the beauty and psychology of late night garbage meals. These folks have it down to a science, and few do it better.

There’s very few places outside of NYC bodegas and Instagram Reels where one can find food this decadent and depraved. Hey Chef! Go ahead and put chicken strips, bacon, a fried egg, french fries, and buffalo sauce into a tortilla and fry the thing. Might as well pour a beer into it too. Who cares. It's not normal. But when they serve it here, I’ll slop it up with a smile on my face.

The atmosphere is distinctly that of a college town whose primary food crowd arrives at midnight. Pictures of a more reckless past on the walls, a digital jukebox (which seems to default to Travis Scott Radio), and employees that are sick of people forgetting their order numbers. Who could want more? The service is quick, and there are multiple burgers with jalapeno poppers just shoved right in the middle. Slop slop slop it up.

The surprising thing is that the value here really isn’t bad. The Gaucho Burger (a real classic) remains around ten dollars, even in these trying times. There’s bacon and avocado on there, which I thought by now would be additions reserved only for those of the 1%. The important thing is that you don’t ask questions, and that you request extra chipotle sauce on the side and dip everything you get in it.“

“Just love the food and the employees always greet me with a smile. I am definitely a regular customer. Keep it up Chubbies!!!“

“Buen servicio al cliente, y muy rápido“

“Stopped to charge the car nearby and had lunch. Food was fantastic! Highly recommend the meatloaf and double toad in the hole! Hash browns were crispy and buttery. Will be back when we’re in town next! ❤️“

“The patty had such a nice smoky, grilled flavor and was so delicious!!!!!!!!! 🍔⭐

The meat tasted really high quality haha.

They also gave me plenty of ketchup, which made it even better!❤

I love their ranch sauce too! And the onion rings were incredible!!!“

“We tried Jonesy's Fried Chicken for the first time and were very impressed!! From the crispiest, yet light batter, quality Mary's chicken, the sides and friendliest service.....you will not be disappointed☺ We ordered the original Chicken sandwich with a side of coleslaw. I recommend parking on side streets because parking is tight. Congratulations Jonesy's on a great quality product!!!“

“Delicious hamburgers. My wife and granddaughter have Celiac disease and it was fantastic that they could get great tasting sandwiches, Mesa burger and grilled cheese sandwich, along with very good fries. Staff was very helpful and responsive (although I think they may have had a long day). The gluten free hamburger buns were neither too thick nor crumbly like most. My pineapple burger was delicious. There were plenty of open tables on a Friday at 5pm. Modern pop music and laid back vibe with several customers with their friendly dogs. It is counter service. Bathroom needed cleaning but usable for washing hands after eating. We will be returning.“

“Had a fantastic night at islands! Clay Shuck is the most amazing worker I've ever seen, based on what I saw definitely employee of the month! Checks all the boxes - facey, smart, and kind. Ladies check this place out, Clay Shuck is a snag!“

“Friendly, knowledgeable service. Clean, warm, peaceful environment Amazing menu Quality lunch Thank you- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Super fast service, great food, great price. Highly reccomend the milkshakes, I had the oreo milkshake and its one of the best I've ever had. I don't really reccomend the mac n cheese or the chicken sandwiches, they're just okay, but the burgers are good.“

“Fantastic small restaurant related to Brophy Bros. with amazing food. We recommend their fish and chips along with their fish tacos. Be sure to say hi to Isaac when ordering, he's their phenomenal manager and truly cares about the quality of your visit. Pay up front and wait for the food to be delivered. Depending on the dish it'll come in a plastic basket or on a plate. They can split side dishes, for example half tots and half slaw which is great compared to other restaurants. Located right next door to the camino real theaters. Bathrooms are outside and part of the shopping center.“

“Who can go wrong with Kyle?“

“I absolutely loved this place during college and still daydream about their Arroz con Pollo bowl. Definitely the best option on campus for fresh, delicious and filling food. I recommend stopping by around 2:30, as its a little less busy than usual and you skip over the lunch rush.“

“Esperanza made our visit to IHOP absolutely exceptional! From the moment we sat down, she greeted us with such a warm, genuine smile and made us feel truly welcome. Her positive attitude, kindness, and professionalism stood out from start to finish.
She went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Our drinks were always full, our food came out exactly as ordered, and she checked on us often without ever making us feel rushed. She anticipated our needs before we even had to ask, which made the entire experience so enjoyable.
It's rare to come across someone who clearly takes so much pride in providing outstanding customer service. Esperanza's friendly personality and attention to detail turned a simple meal into a memorable experience. She is an incredible asset to IHOP, and we will definitely be coming back because of the excellent service she provided.
Thank you, Esperanza, for your kindness, hard work, and for making our day a little brighter. You truly deserve all five stars!“

“Great food here for a reasonable price. Portions are great sized.“

“Luis, the general manager, was incredibly busy handling everything, yet he stayed friendly, fast, organized, and accurate the entire time. I made a mistake with my order, and he was genuinely happy to help fix it without making me feel bad. His professionalism, kindness, and customer service were outstanding. He definitely deserves five stars—and a raise! Thank you, Luis, for making our experience such a great one.“

“We love this place! Food is great“

“Fantastic food and outdoor party possibilities! Service was slow, 2 bartenders with a line out 2 doors and waitstaff no where to be found. I’d definitely return maybe not on a weekend night, but the food and drinks were great.“

“We visit Finney’s often when I’m around. Never disappoints, the service is great, the food is tasty and they make the best Arnold Palmer in SB (no jokes). We were watching the World Cup there, what a great place! Will come back😘“

“Dennys upper state street! Santa Barbara The perfect birthday party location! Neptune Radio 📻 reporting...“

“my favorite place! spicy chicken is soooooooo good 😋“

“The young man who operates the front in the morning on a Friday was absolutely amazing. He was friendly and attentive. He gave me the code to the bathroom before even asking. Had a great sense of humor. Very positive fun atmosphere and affordable food when you’re an on the go mom!“

“Stop here if you are on the road home or to your destination. Rebecca is the whole reason to stop by here. She is very personable and ready to help customers. It’s a nice, chill environment inside and the food was good. In an age of kiosks (yuck, I hate that word), the staff are making sure that you are eating and feel welcomed.“

“GREAT service! Friendly and clean! Manager brought our food to our table. And it was HOT! Gotta love food served hot. We all know what “under the heat lamp food” tastes like. And this was NOT that!“

“This McDonald’s location is very close to the freeway with a drive-through and an outdoor patio.
It opens from 5am to 12 pm.

It looks like a new location or a grand opening. It is cozy and bright with unique features compared to other establishments.

I like all fast food restaurants Happy Meals. The food is great and more healthy. The prices are good with a variety of items.

The best and most important part is that I collected the toys and gave them to my friend’s kids.

I wonder if Uncle McDonald would be as happy as my friend’s child if he knew the impact of his creation.“

“A Beautiful OLD Fashion McDonalds in Downtown SANTA Barbara Beach Town boasting true ol' school architecture & retro-vibes......authentic signage....Adobe fahsion & southwestern feel.....brings you back to the past....Plan to spend a few extra pennies for your favorite treats, since we are near the playa...and the Beverly Hills of the area here.“