50 Best Burger Restaurants near Fort Lewis

“In the past, I’ve tried to avoid Burger King entirely because the food was always mediocre and my stomach would end up getting upset. Came to this particular location because I was getting a tire changed and this was directly next door which was convenient. To say I was pleasantly surprised would be an understatement. The service was quick and polite, the food was fresh and the establishment was clean. Would definitely recommend this location to anyone who is considering eating here.“

“Cute and clean with amazing food!“

“Come and try some of the BEST burgers in Tacoma! Do not sleep on their smash burger version, stunning and tasty. The OG burgers still slay and the new items look amazing! Just eat HERE!“

“It’s the real deal, old-school drive-in burgers that you’re craving. Everything is good here… EVERYTHING.“

“Had such a great experience today! First time eating here. Probably the first time I saw that there wasn't a long line. But, after having eaten here i see exactly WHY its so popular. I very polite red curly haired kid took my order and my payment. His manners really stuck out to me. If more kids had manners and customer service skills like that the world would be a lot better. Anyway, besides the service.. the fries OMG. THe exact amount of crispness and soft potato inside, especially for being thin fries. Right about of salt and you could eat them with or without ketchup. And the burger.. its better than Frisko Free@e, but with that same local familiar taste...like your favorite uncle was on the BBQ grill at home (not dad, but cool uncle jerry was on the grill)!! When i looked inside I saw every person working as fast as they could. A great team for sure. Oh and the prices!! Jeez what a steal. My true recommendation is DONT PASS THIS UP. YOU CANT BEAT THE VALUE FOR THE QUALITY FOR THE SPEED OF SERVICE + the QUALITY of service . A+++. That kid at the window, his parents should be proud. Those business is doing it RIGHT!! LOD stool values and customer service. Im embarrassed for McDonald's being right across the street..they dont even compare!“

“My husband and I both got the 12 Burger. Soo delicious! The PB and jelly on the burger, with bacon and cheese. Best combo ever!! Only thing I would improve on was more jam. Asked for more, little too late, burger was 75% gone but was accommodated nonetheless. Def made a big improvement, even though it was delicious anyway. Cooked perfectly, as well. The fries were crisp and the garlic aioli was tasty! The service was friendly and efficient! Def will be back!!“

“If you want a good better than ball park burger then out and about is the place to go. Fresh ingredients. Huge portions on an order of fries. I like a single patty cheeseburger or bacon cheeseburger, because I don't like too thick of a burger but if you are worried about the patty being too thin then order a double or even a triple burger. The fry sauce is the best I have tried in the state. The fries are so good if you want fresh homemade french fries. (If cooked properly that is. This location cooks the fries way better than the other location on Meridian. The other locations fries tend to be greasy) If my fiance and I are craving a burger this is by far the first place we Will choose to go. Service is quick. They are always pretty busy but don't be discouraged by the line as it moves quickly. Friendly employees. Libby is the sweetest little lady and takes pride in her customer service skills. She can break down the menu perfectly if you have any questions or concerns. Good customer service is a huge plus for me. Prices are very reasonable too. I paid $12.89 for a cheeseburger, fries and a small drink. We can feed our family of 5 for under $50 which is very hard to do now a days. 10/10 would recommend this establishment. If you're in the area, stop by. You won't regret it.“

“I finally made it to Spanky's. I had a Bleu cheese double burger. It was the best burger I've had in awhile. The staff was polite and friendly. I will be back Thank You.“

“Went there recently and had a smash burger and fries, Willow was kind and service was phenomenal!“

“Just went there for the first time and we were super impressed with how fast our food came out! I ordered the breakfast burrito and it was hands down the best breakfast burrito I have ever had, normally places have way too much eggs in them but not here! Perfect! Great coffee too. Our waitress was super kind and cool as well!

We will definitely be coming back.

Edit: I forgot to mention, bring cash to pay and your meal will be cheaper!“

“The Tacoma Brew is a staple in our home! ✌🏻“

“Dusty’s is great. The food is awesome and the staff are lovely… However, I am from out of town and I think I left my glasses there. I cannot get ahold of anyone on the phone or via FB. The phone number rings to a voicemail box that asks for a remote access code and no one has responded to my FB message. If someone sees this from Dusty’s please reach out. I’d like to know if my glasses are there.“

“Always fast. The employees are genuine in their approach to customers. Always good quality, fresh ingredients put together with attention to detail even when things are busy.“

“You cannot beat tri-tip ground everyday fresh“

“Love this place, burgers are great, fries are great and they have really good fry sauce.“

“I took my wife to hops and drops for a surprise birthday party and the service was the best I have ever had! I would like to thank ALL the staff that made her day so special, and a special thanks to our server Amanda!!! absolutely amazing people, drinks and food!! Highly recommend“

“I had a fabulous experience at the Lakewood Carls Jr. Mr. Rhett at the drive thru window was a phenomenal customer service extraordinaire! Dude was fast, efficient, and super kind. I couldn’t ask for better service. On top of that the burgers were bussin’ and the fries were super hot and fresh. They even made sure I got my sauce which is kind of a big deal to me. Thank you to Rhett and the Lakewood Carls Jr for servin it! <3“

“We love this place! Sweet, friendly staff, fast service, amazing food! Highly recommend the bbq fry sauce and onion rings!“

“Asian owned, lots of Asian dishes available, in addition to burgers and fried seafood.
Large serving sizes. Good crinkle cut fries. Liked the fry sauce. Several flavors of milk shakes.
High counter and fixed tables might make wheel chair accessibility strenuous.“

“These are the best Phillies I have ever had in Tacoma Washington, great flavor; original was amazing and the mushroom Philly was my favorite. Burgers were also tasty but I recommend the Phillies are what is worth it here, fries are hella good too, onion rings were way overcooked so please fix that or maybe use more fresh oil because those onion rings were hard and crunchy.“

“The BEST food in Washington. Honestly was not expecting it to be as good as it was, if I didn't currently live across the country from them I would be there for all my meals!“

“Honestly I haven't found a thing yet that I didn't like here. The staff are friendly, fast and helpful. Their food is always high quality and never served me a meal that wasn't properly prepared. I always like talking with the staff and watching my food being made.“

“Love this place. Classic burgers and shakes since 1959.“

“Best burger ever! I am not one to eat fast food. But I will go back for another burger!!“

“Amazing different kinds of lemonades and great food“

“We went here on a whim. Thank goodness, because it was the BEST garden burger I’ve had in YEARS! Actually maybe over a decade? The lettuce was delicately folded, the tomato seasoned. The patty was delicious. And huge! The fries were so good, and so was the fry sauce. I am so happy we stopped in! My kids loved their burgers and shakes. I am so excited to finally find a place to eat a delicious garden burger! It’s been years since I’ve been excited about a restaurant. The service was also top notch (they clearly care deeply and are knowledgeable and friendly). The space is clean and tidy. I can’t wait to come back. I just wish we lived closer!“

“This is a gem of a restaurant! It's unique and fun to eat breakfast or lunch. We ate there today, and were very pleased with the food and the service!! I love everything about Little Jerry's, and recommend it highly!“

“Great music, drinks and food! This is one of our favorite venues.“

“This was my birthday lunch today, and also my first visit after John and his son took ownership. I didn't think it was possible, but somehow the food is even better now. It's probably a good thing that I live thirty miles from this place.“

“Such a great place to take the family! Variety of burgers all are super tasty especially the Marsala chicken sandwich and the shakes are great!! Love having a game system at the table to keep the kids entertained while we waited just a short time for the food! Great service, comfortable atmosphere and incredible food!“

“I've lived in this neighborhood for 32 years. I've been eating these hamburgers and drinking these milkshakes with a smile on my face ever since Bob opened the doors in 2013. I've never gotten a bad meal or shake.“

“Came here for a quick bite the other day, and we were pleasantly surprised! I ordered the mozzarella sticks and a burger with sweet potato fries, while my husband had a burger with regular fries. Everything was really good, and we didn’t have to wait long at all, even though the place was busy.

The young lady working at the front was so sweet, friendly, and attentive. Great food, great service, and a nice overall experience. We’ll definitely be back!“

“5 stars We hadn’t been to this Carl’s Jr. in quite a while and had lots of questions about the menu. The team member at the drive-through was incredibly patient, friendly, and helpful as I took my time ordering and asked about several items. We had a few customizations in our order, and he cheerfully accommodated all of them without missing a beat. When we received our food, I realized I had forgotten to request a lettuce “bun” for my chicken sandwich instead of the potato bun. I offered to just buy some lettuce on the side to fix it at home, but the employee kindly checked with his manager and they actually remade the whole sandwich for me with the lettuce wrap. I was so impressed—they really went above and beyond! The service was excellent, and the food was fresh and delicious. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in the area. Thank you for such a great experience!“

“It was my first time there, and I had a great time! The management and staff were awesome and welcomed me with open arms. The food was amazing, the drinks were great, and the atmosphere made the whole experience even better. Everyone was friendly and made me feel comfortable from the moment I walked in. Definitely a place I’d come back to and recommend to anyone looking for a fun night out! 🫡🫶🏻“

“I had the best time today at Applebee’s in Lakewood I’ve been here plenty of times but the feel was way different than before. The face lift in the restaurant is very nice it’s an open space and you can see all throughout. The lighting is really nice and it’s inviting.

We had an appetizer of the new waffle fries loaded with this angry orchard white cheddar beer cheese sauce with so much bacon lol we didn’t stop. They will only be here for a short time! So come 😂 Could have but didn’t then my boyfriend had the lunch chicken sandwhich and fries and I hand the cheeseburger the chicken sandwich was huge the whole bird was on that thing lol and so good. We got two drinks and enjoyed the manager and our waitress Paige was amazing thanks for having us ❤ I ate everything else before taking a picture lol“

“Had the BEST experience here! Best. Tina. Ever 😄 We loved every bit of the actual bar from the tables, decor, pool tables, and more. The menu is extensive but not overwhelming and Tina made great suggestions. We ended up getting the garlic cheese curds to start which were some of the best I’ve had - super fresh tasting and great seasoning. I got a Philly cheesesteak wrap with a spinach tortilla and tots - a ton of flavor, ton of food, ton of reason to come back as soon as possible.

Price was really reasonable and service was phenomenal. We are so happy and will be back! Thank you, Tina!“

“My first visit here was very nice. The store was very clean and the staff was very kind and helpful. I came with the Wainwright fundraiser for lunch and I met the GM (Sara) of the store and she was very helpful on giving information for my kids basketball league. Thank you and I will be back.“

“We're DEFINITELY going to make it a HABIT!!! 1st time trying an our family 😍 it!“

“Also i feel that the Waitress at the Burlington NJ location is kind and welcoming to me & my husband who are older. We appreciate how she talks about new items to try. I will definitely request her area to sit since she is full time waitress“

“It's a secret why I recommend them.“

“Had a great experience at Applebee’s! Teresa and Cheri were both very kind, welcoming, and provided excellent service. They really made the experience enjoyable. Everything I ordered was delicious as well. Great food and even better service—thank you, Teresa and Cheri!“

“We tried for the 1st time today and will definitely be making this a regular stop“

“muy Buena comida la recomiendo los tacos estan deliciosos“

“Also i feel that the Waitress at the Burlington NJ location is kind and welcoming to me & my husband who are older. We appreciate how she talks about new items to try. I will definitely request her area to sit since she is full time waitress“

“best pizza in Tacoma hands down awesome atmosphere and stiff drinks“

“The food was excellent. The burger sliders were fabulous. Would definitely return. Service was fantastic. Love Griffin.“

“We got there about 2: 00 am. They're open until 3:00 am. Definitely the place if you got a late night craving.
Great place the the lady and gentleman at the front counter we're very friendly.
They were helpful when trying to decide what I wanted to eat. I order the sourdough cheese and bacon burger meal.
I paid they gave me a number I sat down at a table.
Had a little conversation with a friend I was with. It was a great atmosphere wasn't too loud. Food came in less than 10 minutes. It was very good at a reasonable price.“

“I just stopped in at Pit Stop Espresso, asked Rebecca to surprise me. Pumpkin spice 🎃 yummy 😋 thank you it’s delicious ❣️“

“5 guys already has an excellent way of showing that they are one of the kings at making burgers with their amazing way of preparing fries and using fresh ingredients. They never fail at great customer service and its so enjoyable to walk in any burger joint and always hear patties sizzling fresh. Their prices are definitely worth the flavor, specialy the burger size! Cajun fries always make the car smell amazing, I only wish they sold an air freshener for my car with that smell. I rather save some money and go to five guys than to spend it on cheaper mid burgers. Thank you for taking care of my taste buds, for that ... you are now family.“