The Happy Burger
4105 Gunn Hwy, Tampa
(813) 444-8004
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This Fritada was so good! We had 4 orders at our table! I’d like to go and explore the menu even more! Well worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious Ecuadorian food, friendly atmosphere, great place to eat, clean
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We found Happy Burger through Tampa Bites & Sites on TikTok, and it’s exactly the kind of place that reminds you why simple food done right still wins. No shortcuts, no rush—just fresh, made-to-order burgers that actually taste like someone cares. The sign up front says it all: this isn’t fast food, it’s real food. Juicy burger, perfectly cooked fries, and a laid-back, old-school feel that’s getting harder to find. If you want a solid, honest burger without the hype, this spot delivers every time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Burgers were very big and very delicious. Juicy and the bacon is cooked very well. They have a homemade sauce that comes on the burgers that makes it extra delicious with the toasted buns. You might pay $15 for a burger but it will be better than five guys and it's worth it if you have the money and they offer live music at certain times.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very nice people and great food and service 100% will come again. Much thanks
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Use tostones as the bun, Awesome burger. Cuban sandwich was perfect.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Prices are yo high for the quantity of food. Also everything that I Ask for don't have it
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Encebollado, Guatita
Delicious food, great service and fun kid friendly atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My double bacon cheeseburger was huge and delicious!! The fries are crispy on the outside and potato on the inside, like their supposed to be!! Amazing!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger
This was a nice spot to eat . Small location but cozy .the atmosphere was open , organized, and you have two tvs . Plenty of sitting . The Spanish music was good . They have plenty of drink options and foods to choose from . The waitress was a delight , informative, polite , cheerful and made recommendations. Let me tell you this, im born and raised in Miami . I always think Miami has better anything 🤣. But this Pan con bistec sandwich . Like Wow it was so good . I was like I will difently make another hr drive to have it here again . I also tried thier Lentil rice cheese with steak and Maduros also good .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Shot a scene here with the King of the B Movies for his film BEAST MODE
I was left very impressed and very full! 😋
The service, the food, the atmosphere – it was one of the best I've experienced anywhere. One of my top picks for 2025!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Guatita
We had the Tour de Ecuador and Tostones with Chicharronand mozzarella cheese. Excellent Ecuadorian food! Our guests had the Club beer from Ecuador, too!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I found this place as I was leaving the gas station. I first saw burgers...but thwn saw that they served Ecuadorian cuisine...so stepped in.
I was greeted by the very friendly server and offered a table. But I was not planning on eating there.
Atmosphere was cozy. And not loud.
The dishes looked delicious. Too many to pick from. I opted for an assortment of items amd enjoyed them all. Next time I will try a few other dishes and ofcourse their burger.
Try them out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Tropical Flavor Feast at The Happy Burger!
What a fantastic experience! My family and I visited The Happy Burger recently, and from start to finish, it was a delight.
From the moment we walked in, the vibe was lively and welcoming — the music playing really added to the atmosphere. The service was friendly, prompt, and full of smiles.
We ordered a bunch of different dishes so we could taste lots of things:
• I had the Big Double Bacon Burger — wow. It was excellent, with a unique Ecuadorian-style flavor that made it stand out from any burger I’ve ever had.
• My wife tried the Cuban Sandwich accompanied by plantains — flavorful, satisfying, and a perfect balance of savory and sweet.
• The kids were happy: they devoured a fish sandwich, a chicken sandwich, and a classic burger — all of which were done right.
• I also got a cheese empanada on the side, and it was fantastic: crispy, warm, cheesy, just right.
• The fruit drinks were refreshing and full of real flavor, and the café con leche was rich, smooth, and delicious.
Everything we tried was top notch — from the savory to the sweet, from the drinks to the desserts (well, empanada in my case!). Add in the fun music, the vibrant ambiance, and the cheerful staff — it made for a memorable meal.
If you’re looking for a place with personality, real flavor, and a welcoming energy, The Happy Burger is absolutely worth a visit. We’re already planning our next trip back. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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