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This is a list of burgers that I have reviewed. A note: In many cases, the restaurants overall rating was greatly effected by other factors than the burger on the order.

 1. The Spotted Pig

314 W 11th St
New York, NY 10014
(212) 620-0393

Categories: British, Burgers, Gastropubs

Neighbourhood: West Village

5.0 star rating
  2/5/2011

I do not like bleu cheese!  I mean I really do not like bleu cheese.

On advice of my friend's friend, we went to Spotted Pig.  We went specifically to try the burger.

Once I discovered that Roquefort was the key ingredient for their burger, I became…More »

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 2. Pearl's Deluxe Burgers

708 Post St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 409-6120

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

5.0 star rating
  1/24/2011

I love this place.   Currently, this is my favorite burger in San Francisco.  and I have tried quite a few.

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I also love the pace of the place.  The staff seems really into it.  and I really like the shakes and fries also.

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 3. Wayfare Tavern

558 Sacramento St
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 772-9060

Category: American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  3/30/2011

Overall, this was an enjoyable dining experience.  If it was an option, I would probably award a 3.75 star rating instead of a 4 star rating.  This is due to inconsistency in the quality of the food and the cramped arrangement of the tables.

My format…More »

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 4. Skylark Diner

Rt 1 N & Wooding Ave
Edison, NJ 08817
(732) 777-7878

Category: Diners

4.0 star rating
  4/20/2011

DDD Approved - Mark Approved

Anytime I go to a place that was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, I go in with elevated expectations.

Skylark Diner lived up to those expectations.

The ambiance was lively and colorful.

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 5. Mo's Grill

1322 Grant Ave
San Francisco, CA 94133
(415) 788-3779

Categories: Burgers, American (Traditional), Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

4.0 star rating
  11/6/2011

This is a review of a Saturday lunch at Mo's Gourmet Hamburgers.

After I had posted a photo of a burger from Salt House, a friend of mine suggested I check out Mo's.

When I arrived, the place was very busy. However, I was still quickly seated at the…More »

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 6. Gott's Roadside

1 Ferry Bldg
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 318-3423

Categories: Burgers, Diners

Neighbourhood: Embarcadero

4.0 star rating
  Update - 4/12/2011

This is a review of my third trip to Gott's Roadside - Ferry Building.

This time I tried the Texas Burger (jack cheese, guacamole, salsa, pickled jalapenos, mayo).  This was another solid burger from Gott's  It is a ooey-gooey enjoyable mess.

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  • 4.0 star rating
    2/9/2011

    We went back for lunch today - I had the Wisconsin Burger (sourdough griddled mushrooms, bacon,… Read more »

 7. Bill's Place

2315 Clement St
San Francisco, CA 94121
(415) 221-5262

Categories: Burgers, Diners

Neighbourhood: Outer Richmond

5.0 star rating
  1/24/2011

I used to go here all of the time.  When I returned to SF, it was one of the first places I sought out.  The same great folks were still working there.

And the Jazz Beaux Collins burger.  A bacon cheeseburger served on a roll.  It is always a great…More »

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 8. The Counter

5779 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 932-8900

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Mid-City West

4.0 star rating
  6/2/2011

This is a review of take out for The Counter Burgers on Wilshire.

I am in Los Angeles on business.  I did a quick Google maps search and asked some of my colleagues for some advice.  I decided to walk to the nearby Counter Burger.

I arrived and spotted…More »

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 9. Roam Artisan Burgers

1785 Union St
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 440-7626

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

4.0 star rating
  12/2/2011

In my mission to continue exploring San Francisco's best hamburger creations, I decided to check out Roam Artisan Burgers.

I must say that this was another example of where I would like to have half stars.  But I rounded them up to four stars.

They…More »

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 10. Bottle Cap

1707 Powell St
San Francisco, CA 94133
(415) 529-2237

Categories: Gastropubs, American (New)

Neighbourhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

4.0 star rating
  1/5/2012

I was out and about running errands.  While I was not planning to, I ended up in North Beach.

I was quite hungry.

I noticed Bottle Cap.  I had heard some good things about it.

From what I had heard though, I thought it would be busy.  But, I thought I…More »

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 11. Super Duper

721 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 538-3437

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhoods: Union Square, SOMA

4.0 star rating
  3/9/2012

I am reviewing a carry-out order from Super Duper.

There was a long line. The line moved very quickly.

The cashier was very friendly. She quickly took my order. She was also detailed in insuring that the order was correct. I ordered a Super Burger plus…More »

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 12. Bistro Burger

333 Bush St
San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 434-3754

Categories: American (Traditional), Burgers

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  1/24/2011

This is a pretty good burger place.   The fries are good.  Everything seems fresh.  and the service is quick.  It may not quite match up to the Pearl's, Gott's and Polkers of the world but it is close.  

If you like burgers and work downtown, it is a…More »

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 13. Bistro Burger

201 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 348-8788

Categories: American (Traditional), Burgers

Neighbourhood: SOMA

4.0 star rating
  2/17/2011

This is the second Bistro Burger that I've been to.

The ambiance is modern and basic.  A standard system for ordering at the counter.  They give you a stick with a number on it to place on your table and they bring the food out.  You can order their…More »

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 14. Burgermeister

759 Columbus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94133
(415) 296-9907

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

3.0 star rating
  12/12/2011

I was in Chinatown and I needed something else to eat.  I had been wanting to try Burgermeister.  So, I decided to walk up Columbus.

The place was relatively empty.  The person at the counter was very friendly.  I placed my order.

The ambiance is…More »

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 15. Salt House

545 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 543-8900

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhood: SOMA

3.0 star rating
  11/3/2011

I had planned lunch with a colleague.  

I used http://Opentable.com to make a reservation for 1 pm.

Upon arriving, the restaurant was very full and there were numerous people awaiting tables.  We had both arrived a little early.  The space is a little…More »

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 16. Swingers

8020 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 653-5858

Categories: American (New), American (Traditional)

Neighbourhoods: Mid-City West, West Hollywood

4.0 star rating
  9/2/2011

This little diner screams LA.

It is the kind of place where you ponder if the attractive blonde wiling away the afternoon at the counter with a milkshake and fries is waiting for a call from some B movie director or a call from another sort of man…More »

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 17. White Spot

712 Drake St
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2W6
Canada
(604) 605-0045

Category: Canadian (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Downtown

4.0 star rating
  7/5/2011

I love White Spot.  There I said it.

Double Doubles have a straight path to my heart.  Add the now defunct Western platter that also provided some onion rings that I would put on my DD and then my heart will start to truly race.  It is a mushy gooey…More »

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 18. The Templeton

1087 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L4
Canada
(604) 685-4612

Categories: Diners, Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District

4.0 star rating
  7/4/2011

This is one of my favorite diners in Vancouver.  

It is a small place.  It can get pretty full.

I pretty much always get the 777 Burger or the BBB Burger.  The 777 is a straightforward burger.  It has quality beef, fresh condiments, and is served on a…More »

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 19. The Royal Exchange

301 Sacramento St
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 956-1710

Categories: American (Traditional), Sports Bars, American (New)

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  6/16/2011

This is a lunch review of Royal Exchange Pub.  It is not intended to cover the pub as an after work drinking destination.

We did not have very much time before my next meeting.  We decided to chance it and have a sit down lunch at Royal Exchange.  

It…More »

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 20. Roxy Burger

910 Granville St
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L2
Canada
(604) 646-4612

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District

4.0 star rating
  6/20/2011

Where Vancouver's drunks meet for a late nite snack.

I have always ordered the same thing.  A Roxy Burger, fries, and a order of onion rings.  I have enjoyed every Roxy Burger I've ever eaten.  They are a big messy burger and hit that special spot…More »

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 21. Morty's Delicatessen

280 Golden Gate Ave
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 567-3354

Categories: Sandwiches, Vegetarian, Burgers

Neighbourhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

5.0 star rating
  Update - 3/5/2011

Additional Note #4 - I can now give their Chicken Parmesan sandwich a two thumbs up.  It was very messy but good.  Sharp tomato sauce, cheese goodness, tender chicken - all on a nice roll.

Once again, ordering on Grubhub was easy.  Delivery was…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    2/10/2011

    Additional Note #3 - Morty's continues to come through with good food and friendly fast delivery.… Read more »

 22. Polkers Gourmet Burgers

2226 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 885-1000

Categories: Burgers, Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhoods: Nob Hill, Russian Hill

4.0 star rating
  1/24/2011

Nice lil neighborhood spot for a burger.  I had the western.  Smothered in BBQ sauce with onion rings.  I would rank it in the top ten burgers in SF.  Nice room and friendly service.   Nice fresh cut fries to boot.  If you find yourself on Polk in…More »

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 23. Harrington's Bar & Grill

245 Front St
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 392-7595

Category: Pubs

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  1/24/2011

Went for lunch. I've been for drinks before but this was my first time eating there. The place was packed but we found quickly found a table.

Even though it was quite busy, soon after sitting, the server found us and took our order.

I ordered the Super…More »

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 24. OZ Lounge

260 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 399-7999

Categories: Tapas/Small Plates, Breakfast & Brunch, Venues & Event Spaces

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  Update - 5/7/2011

1.  For delivery, I continue to order from here often.

2.   Easy to order from http://Grubhub.com.

3.  Chili Cheese Dog - this is a nice little chili dog. i liked the add on condiments also. the chili could be better. but it still comes together well.…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    1/24/2011

    This is a review of delivery from OZ Lounge

    Chili Cheese Dog - this is a nice little chili dog. i… Read more »

 25. Burger Joint

Main Hall South Food Court
San Francisco, CA 94128
(650) 583-5863

Category: Burgers

4.0 star rating
  7/16/2011

This review is based on the International Airport Food Scale.

I will say though that, even in the outside world, this place would rate close to a four.

I had a bunch of time to kill in the airport.  I was hungry.  I have to say the new terminal for…More »

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 26. Barney's Gourmet Hamburger

5819 College Ave
Oakland, CA 94618
(510) 601-0444

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhoods: Rockridge, North Oakland

3.0 star rating
  12/4/2011

This is a review of lunch at Barney's Gourmet Burgers on College St in Oakland.

I met my friends and their children.   I was a tad late and they had already been seated.

The server soon came over and took our order.

Soon after, they brought out our…More »

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 27. Pizza Zone & Grill

178 Valencia St
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 701-7300

Categories: Pizza, Burgers

Neighbourhood: Mission

2.0 star rating
  Update - 6/12/2011

I am not going to reduce their score to two stars yet.  This review is to show their service and food can be inconsistent though and if I have another experience like this one, I will reduce their score.  In writing the review, I changed my mind.…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    3/12/2011

    Ordered again (late night):

    Philly Cheesesteak (w extra American cheese) - it was cheesy goodness on… Read more »

 28. Waterloo Ice House

9600 Escarpment Blvd
Austin, TX 78749
(512) 301-1007

Categories: Burgers, Bars

Neighbourhood: Circle C Ranch

3.0 star rating
  2/1/2011

This is a small chain of restaurants in Austin.  They serve burgers and comfort foods and have a bar.  Pretty basic place.  Never going to win any culinary awards but can fill you up with some relatively good food.

Whats' to like?
1. Very friendly…More »

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 29. Pronto Pizza & Espresso

798 Eddy St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 921-1999

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

3.0 star rating
  Update - 3/5/2011

Ordered from here again.

I ordered the burger.  It was overcooked.  It probably would have been a good burger if it wasn't so well done.  It was a nice sized patty.  The bun was a nice sesame bun.  The other ingredients were fresh.

I also ordered their…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    1/24/2011

    This was a delivery order.

    The philly cheese steak was not very good. The bread was nice and the… Read more »

 30. Brooklyn Pizza

219 Jones St
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 351-1117

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

3.0 star rating
  1/24/2011

Review of Delivery from Brooklyn Pizza

Cheeseburger Meal - that was a basic burger with crinkle cut fries. It was nothing special. I doubt if I will order it again. There are better burgers for delivery.

Calzone with Mozzarella, Ricotta, Salami, and…More »

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 31. Mel's Drive-In

3355 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 387-2244

Category: Diners

Neighbourhood: Western Addition/NOPA

2.0 star rating
  1/24/2011

This place could be fantastic. It has all the makings to be a world class diner. Well, except for the food.

The cheeseburger and fries were very average.

The Rebel Rouser Chili Chesse dog is big but that is about all it has going for it. The bun was…More »

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 32. Lori's Diner

San Francisco International Airport
San Francisco, CA 94128
(650) 821-0500

Category: Diners

2.0 star rating
  1/29/2011

What's to like?
1.  It's there.
2.  It's not horrible.
3.  Relatively fast (between 10 and 15 minutes to order and get food)
4.  Staff relatively polite

What's not to like?
1.  Very average burger.  Seemed like it was from frozen.  Overcooked.
2.  Average…More »

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 33. Napoli Pizza

1045 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 885-2222

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

4.0 star rating
  1/24/2011

This is a review of delivery from Napoli Pizza. I've had food delivered from them a number of times.

Medium Meat Calzone - This is the main reason I order from Napoli. I really enjoy their meat calzone. The crust is very bready and, for me, it has…More »

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 34. Sears Fine Food

439 Powell St
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 986-1160

Categories: American (Traditional), Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: Union Square

3.0 star rating
  8/27/2011

What's to like:
1. Great old school service
2. Beautiful bar area
3. Step back in time.

http://tinyurl.com/3tz...

4. The chowder - I loved it. Lighter than many and I could really taste the seafood.

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5. Slot Machine - chance to win…More »

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 35. V Cafe

1525 Folsom St
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 863-3620

Category: Restaurants

Neighbourhood: SOMA

3.0 star rating
  7/28/2011

This is a review of delivery from V Cafe.

Easy to order via http://eat24hours.com/

Delivery - The order was placed at  1:59 PM.    The order was delivered at 2:44 PM.  At 45 minutes, the delivery time was well within the estimate of 45 to 60 minutes.…More »

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 36. Fresco Pizza & Shawarma

1338 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 440-4410

Categories: Pizza, Middle Eastern

3.0 star rating
  1/24/2011

the burger was your average burger (seemed like from a frozen patty). the fries were ok.

the chicken nuggets also seemed to be of the frozen variety. no unique twist or anything.

the calzone was good . it was different. the crust was a little thinner…More »

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 37. Grubstake

1525 Pine St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 673-8268
2.0 star rating
  1/24/2011

I did go with high expectations. They were not met.

Caldo Verde Soup - this was a highlight. if other parts of the meal had been better i would go back often and order this soup.

French Burger - a burger on a french roll. it looked like it was going to…More »

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 38. Uncle Vito's Pizza

700 Bush St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 391-5008

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: Union Square

2.0 star rating
  1/24/2011

This was right on the cusp between like and dislike and, in the end, I gave them the nod.

This is based on a delivery order. I do want to go in and order pizza and see how that turns out.

I ordered a medium meat calzone and a cheeseburger with fries.
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 39. Double Decker

465 Grove St
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 552-8042

Categories: Burgers, Chicken Wings

Neighbourhood: Hayes Valley

2.0 star rating
  6/19/2011

1.  Easy to order on http://eat24hours.com/

2.  Delivery - Order placed at 3:57 PM.  Delivered at 4:22 PM.  25 minutes is a very fast delivery.  The delivery person was very polite and professional.  There is no delivery charge.

3.  Delivery Minimum -…More »

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 40. Mr. Pizza Geary

3409 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 933-8808

Categories: Pizza, Italian

Neighbourhood: Western Addition/NOPA

3.0 star rating
  Update - 8/14/2011

This is an update of my review of delivery from Mr. Pizza Geary.

Even though my first experience with them was very mixed, I ordered from them again.  Honestly, it was late and they were open.  

Oddly though, I do not order plain cheese pizza very…More »

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  • 2.0 star rating
    4/8/2011

    This was a relatively mediocre experience.

    This is a review of delivery service from Mr. Pizza.

    1.… Read more »


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