15 Best Burger Restaurants near Rainier

“Amazing food! Love this place. The staff is super friendly too. I can call and place an order on my way home from work… and it will be ready by the time I get there. One time I was outside looking at the old house that’s on the property, and taking pictures of it, and the owner came out and told me the whole history of it. I was really impressed that he took the time to come out and talk with me about it. Thank you for that. 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼 The shakes are amazing also! Super yummy!“

“Awesome food and service! We love burgers and these are the best!“

“Amazing!!! We've never been disappointed. The Beer Battered Mushrooms, Fried pickles, the Ruben, Smoked Beef Brisket, ELK BURGERS!!!😍😍😍“

“Walking into NIPS feels like stepping back into the 1950s or ‘60s. Every time I’m there, I half expect to see Fonzie leaning against the counter or Richie Cunningham sitting in a booth. It has that classic diner atmosphere that’s getting harder and harder to find.

The food is exactly what you’d hope for from a true mom-and-pop burger joint—great burgers, crispy fries, and delicious shakes. It’s simple, authentic comfort food served in a place that feels like a piece of Americana.

If you’re looking for a meal with a side of nostalgia, NIPS is definitely worth a visit.“

“I grew up in Kalama & this place is always great, the only thing I ever change is getting less sauce on the burger. We LOVE the fish & chips, my kid is 10 & will often choose the fish over a bacon cheeseburger that's how good it is & that's both the cod & halibut, I've had it dozens of times & it's never ever tasted fishy of less than fresh, incredible tartar sauce. They still use soft serve in their milkshakes yet they are never milky, always nice & thick. Their onion rings are also incredible. I've seen some rude comments about the staff being teenagers, I've never ever had an interaction that was less than super friendly, respectful & professional a lot nicer than I've gotten from plenty of rude adults. It's been a tradition for a long time to hire kids from the local area & it gives them a chance to work around their school schedule & learn real responsibility so there's no need to say anything regarding the workers age, if someone is rude then say that who cares if they happen to be a teenager.“

“Burgerville truly feels like a hidden little treasure. There’s something special about a place that stays rooted in quality and authenticity, and Burgerville does just that.

The burgers were absolutely amazing—the grass-fed patty was full of flavor, and you can really taste the difference. Paired with the rich Tillamook cheese, everything came together so well. It felt comforting, almost like a homemade meal, but elevated in the best way.

There’s a warm, homey feeling here that makes you want to come back. I sincerely hope they continue to grow and succeed, while keeping that authentic flavor and care that makes them stand out.

Strongly recommend making a stop—you won’t regret it. 🍔“

“ARIEL! Honey you’re the most welcoming person I’ve ever met! Not only did you recognize that we were having a hard day but you remembered me on day 2 and that will always have a place in our heart! Please never stop being you!

April (6/13) were from Texas and we have not had anything good service wise since being here for a couple days - let me just say she was on top of it from when we sat down to when we got up! She is the server everyone wants especially With children

Maddie (6/14) day 2 for lunch and let me say this place does not disappoint! This server filled our hearts today! Recommended meals and laughing with my kiddos! 10/10 for her!

JEREMY - this manager is a manger everyone will always want to be greeted by! Both days came over and hung out for a minute to let mom enjoy her food! A manager who you can tell just enjoys people and his other workers!

100/100 food amazing, people fantastic, such an enjoyable experience!“

“Fresh, hot yummy burger and waffle fries with cheerful friendly staff. Our puppy loved his treat too. Thank you!“

“Just enjoyed our first meal at Indy Way Diner. Our son recommended it, and we're glad we went there. Clean, great food, and our server Layna was an absolute SWEETHEART. 🥰 Highly recommend! We'll definitely be back.“

“Colby’s Burger and Fries is so stinking good! 🤤 I ordered the onion burger 🍔, and it was absolutely delicious....juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly (My husband said the same about his burger!) . I also tried the shake of the month, the Grasshopper, and wow… it was so thick and creamy. Honestly, 100x better than the Shamrock Shake at McDonald’s! We also had to try the new seasoned fries, and they did not disappoint...perfectly crispy, super flavorful.If you haven’t tried them yet, you definitely should!!! Everytime has been delicious! 🍔🍟 ♥️“

“10/10 first time experience🥳 Employees are super nice, coffee is perfect, I got a breakfast bagel that was amazing and prices are reasonable! Would absolutely recommend!“

“Best bar in cowlitz county ran by an amazing woman with a huge heart! Everyone should have a fir burger in their life!!! And the pizzas omg robin and lauri are the real MVPs of cowlitz county go give them all your money“

“Almost everything you could ask for here. Id recommend the squid salad and the shrimp soup, but that's not for everyone haha. Best Thai food in town1“

“Stopped here at random to eat. Was a slow day and they were closing as we pulled in. Turned the grill back on for us and made us 2 amazing burgers and a delicious Philly cheesesteak! Great food. Definitely will be back. Thank you for being so kind and making such good food.“

“This has to be hands down the cleanst BK I have ever been in. It was absolutely spotless in the dining area, soda machine and bathrooms. Very friendly staff and the girl taking our order saved us money by bundling our food as a 2 for $7. The people in the back were jokomg around with each other and seemed to be enjoying what they were doing. The Whopper Jr and Chicken sandwich were as fresh as you can get at a BK. Will be back the next time through Kelso.“