50 Best Burger Restaurants in San Diego

“We attended the 20th annual Celebrate the Craft. It was fantastic and we thoroughly enjoyed the event. The waitstaff at the bar was friendly and provided excellent service.“

“The Double Double no onion please,“

“We had a grad party for 12 and they were amazingly accommodating and the service was outstanding with Gabby. We really enjoyed the experience. Go to is always is the Steak Caesar Salad and the Burger of the month never disappoints. Thank you so much Queenstown Village!!!“

“I am visiting from Washington state and read about The Friendly in an article. I saw that it was close. and thought it would be great to check out. I am so thankful I did. It was absolutely amazing. 10000000/10 would recommend!!“

“Deliciosas nos encantan !“

“tenders are great ❤️ milkshake too“

“Brunch done right with generous portion. No line on a Thursday morning. We came here through Yelp recommendations. The staff were very welcoming and came by to check on our table often. Donny was our server. Restaurant was clean and roomy. We ordered Carnitas Breakfast Skillet and Chicken Waffles. Both so good. Apple pie was good too. Not too sweet. Would come back in the future!“

“My vegan lox and bagel was the 💣!!!!“

“Best burger ever. Juicy and perfect, don’t mess with it. Thick slice of tomato and onion lettuce mayo and sesame bun. It’s awesome!!!“

“Came from Michigan and was not disappointed! Definitely eating here every time I come. It’s a must eat!“

“juicy burgers and great shakes“

“JTB. EXELENTE. DEL MAR A SUMESA“

“ótimo atendimento e os lanches são ma“

“My roommate and I have been coming here for a while, it's easily one of our favorite regular spots. The atmosphere is stylish and gives off great vibes and always feels welcoming. The food is always fresh coming from local California farms. The drink menu is solid with all of the staples and some with added twists. The owners Chris and Jenn are amazing, they and their staff are always kind and provide incredible service. Other points to consider are the burger of the month, a rotating culinary delight often themed and always delicious, and the establishment holds many different events from art shows, drink and paint, trivia and so many others. Honestly, it's always a great place with friendly people. Chris and Jenn are leaders in the community and work to not only provide delicious food, and a great experience but also work hard to make the community better. Would recommend, and do recommend to everyone and anyone. 5/5 stars.“

“I am visiting from Washington state and read about The Friendly in an article. I saw that it was close. and thought it would be great to check out. I am so thankful I did. It was absolutely amazing. 10000000/10 would recommend!!“

“The Station Tavern is a great family eatery. Pet and kid friendly. Our family gathering was delightful. Staff was very accommodating as some of us arrived early to secure a table the rest 30 minutes later. Staff kept checking to make sure everyone was accommodated.

Kid-friendliness: Play area for kiddos and dogs. The area is kept clean. Bowls for watering pets.“

“I had the sea bass with Himalayan salt- a favorite of mine- the green beans and splurged (diet wise) for the mashed potatoes instead of a salad. Everything was delicious. My lunch partner had fish tacos which he seemed to inhale. The server was very attentive.“

“I’ve been here several times and it never disappoints! The smash burgers are always flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Not greasy and heavy. The fries and onion rings are just as delicious—crispy, golden, and the perfect sides to go with the burgers. My 5 year old loves the burgers too. The staff is consistently friendly and welcoming, which makes each visit even better. I also really enjoy the cute outdoor seating area; it’s such a nice spot to relax and enjoy the food. One of my go-to places for burgers.“

“Pari is great and his food is AMAZING!!“

“Great Food! Great Price!Always fresh.“

“Best Sports bar in North Park! Food is fabulous, great drink selection, and they show soccer women’s soccer (with sound!!!)“

“todo super rico !! fresco y un sabor esquisito“

“Discovered this place last night and amazing burgers, beer, and staff! Highly recommend and hope they come to Encinitas soon!!!“

“All the food here is wildly good, even if I’m biased to familiar flavors, which is what I found in their Scorchin’ Tots! I like coming back to try new stuff since they never disappoint and I think they just got a new menu on top of that too.. The staff is very sweet and one guy (Aidan) is like super helpful! Love this place Down. Gonna keep coming back, lol“

“Flavor: A+
Service: A
Tea: F
Solo dining: A
Rosemarie’s is pronounced Rosemary’s if the guy answering the phone knew what he was doing, but I like to think it’s rohz-muh-rees because that’s more unique and endearing. It’s a two-location tiny burger spot that specializes in sliders. As a lover of variety, this is like a burger heyday because I get to try not one but two burgers! Now don’t be fooled… these “sliders” could probably slide right in with a smaller traditional burger… because they’re large for a slider. I got the Rosiemac and the Little Sal and both were delicious. Clearly they are starting with a good product so any of their creative combinations are going to be good. The Little Sal was my favorite with its onion confit and bacon whiskey sauce - it’s like the royalty of flavors were having a party and thank goodness I was invited. The onion rings and dipping sauce were also great aspects to the party. If you’re not a beer drinker (this seems to keep haunting me) the drink selection is limited. But it was the perfect excuse for a Mexican Coke which paired better than any brew in my opinion. Cheers to Rosemarie’s for taking sliders to the next level with their innovative delicious creations that start with a flavorful, juicy burger!
#theburgertrail #burgerreview #restaurantreview #bestburger“

“🤤🤤🤤🤤😱😱😱 A 10!!! I GIVE IT A TEN!!!! OMG I just had your food for the first time today 4/25/23 3:59pm and oh my this California Burrito & Holy Guacamole Burger & fries is entirely too good and I will be visiting again. Please, Please, Please, Never Leave Vegas, and please build another location in N. Las Vegas (preferably the Centennial area like across the street from my house 🤣🤣🤣🤣🥰🥰🥰🥰) JK. But definitely in the Centennial area. Great Staff too. VERY FRIENDLY. ❤️“

“The food was good. They got my turkey burger wrong two times. By the time I got it back the firs were cold. They ran out of Coke Zero. I was told once it runs out it’s out! lol“

“👌😋🍔🍟👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌🍔🍟🍔🍟👌👌👌😋😋😋😋“

“The young lady in the lot taking the orders on a 94 degree day was a true professional!“

“Always perfect burgers and fries at this location. Friendly and fun staff.“

“It was first time at In N Out and I was not disappointed! The service was prompt friendly, and our order came quickly. The burger was delicious piping hot! The only reason for the 4 stars was the fries were a let down. Tasted like cardboard.“

“LOVED this place! Traveled to San Diego to attend the Marine Corps Ball with my nephew. Went to Hodad's for lunch. The community seating, the decor, the vibe - all are so much fun! The burger and shake were some of the best I've ever had! Totally understand why there was a line out the door!“

“Number 1 burger in the world 🌎“

“me encanta todo fresco y preparado en el momento, los empleados muy amables y es un lugar muy limpio“

“One of the best onion rings I've had. Perfectly crunchy!“

“Great karaoke! Friendly staff!“

“Friendly atmosphere and great place to watch football!“

“The best place in San Diego“

“Heard about Hodads from Guy Fieri.......my mother and I went to check it out....... I ordered the Guido burger with fries and my mother ordered a single cheese burger with onion rings.......I also ordered a michelada also........Guido burger was really good and fries were ok.......Michelada was kind of small but good.......kind of expensive though......my mother loved the onion rings and her burger.......another note I took was the music being played......when we first arrived the music was late 70s and the were great songs that I had forgotten about.......then at some point the music changed to what sound like punk rock.......not to sure about the punk rock because the punk rock I know from the 80s is a little different than the punk rock now a days......over all it was a good experience and I will be going back“

“Excellent Burgers! Everything we had was most excellent. The friendly staff really makes you feel welcome. I'm definitely coming back next time I'm here! 🏳️‍🌈“

“Don't order online for pick up at the University Ave location! It'll send your order to the Chula Vista location! I'm not saying it wasn't worth the drive but...I won't do that again lol. Great food as always ❤️“

“This is going to be the worst review for probably my favorite burger in San Diego.

I literally haven’t wrote the review because I’ve wanted to go back and grab another one and take a proper photo and do this thing justice.

I’m seriously slacking … seriously! Forgive me Rom of the Bombs!

I will be back sooner than later!“

“It was my first time there food was amazing!“

“This little spot was fantastic! Truly some of the best food I've had in SD. I ordered the Godzilla hot dog, my husband got the Pastrami Tsunami, and we shared the pierogi plus grabbed a couple beers. The service was friendly and super fast. The food was fresh, and I think the sign said they make their own sausages. The sausage was phenomenal: flavorful, spicy without being overbearing, and seemed lean (no squishy, fatty deposits). The food, although very comfort forward, didn't leave us feeling heavy. The seating is all outdoor at little patio style tables just down from a little fishing pier and next to The Rady Shell. This is now one of my favorite spots; looking forward to going back.“

“Today was $1 cheeseburgers to celebrate the 100th birthday of Belmont Park.
That was honestly the best smash burger I've ever eaten.
If you're gonna spend the money to eat at Belmont Park when you go, I would 110% suggest this place.“

“I love The Friendly because their food is delicious! Dirty OG flattop is perfect...smashed patties, cheese, and aioli sauce equals perfection. The burgers are small, so I always buy two. The other burgers are bomb, too! Can't go wrong here.“

“Visiting my son before his deployment. The owner went out of his way to take care of us. I would highly recommend any military family to visit here. Food was very good too.“

“Seating inside is limited. Looked like a worker was sitting at one of the front tables and the tables in the back with the iconic sign were being used for restocking. The food is delicious. Tomato soup is tasty but not hot enough. Triple grilled cheese is fantastic and the fries are super crunchy!“

“Stopped by The Melt at Del Mar Highlands and was thoroughly impressed. The BBQ Bacon MeltBurger was juicy with a perfect balance of smoky bacon and tangy sauce. The garlic parmesan fries were crispy and flavorful, making them a great side. The staff was friendly and attentive, adding to the overall positive experience. If you're in the area and craving a satisfying meal, The Melt is a solid choice.“

“Literally one of the best cheeseburgers I’ve ever had. They delivered 25 min after my order was placed. Fries were still crispy!!! Very delicious.“