50 Best Burger Restaurants in Oakland

“My first time here. It was a last minute decision and I'm glad I came. My burger was so good. It was prepared well and tasted great. It wasn't done too fast, but it didn't take long either. The guts working were great; very friendly and efficient. If I'm in Oakland again I'll make sure to go again. I highly recommend this place.“

“It's inside the Swan Market.We ordered a pork katsu curry, but the pork was a little bit tough. The sauce is a black curry, not the usual curry taste, stronger (but not spicier) and more the taste of soy sauce but without the saltiness (?)“

“I tried the double burger which is half pounder with caramelized onion and dill pickles. Every ingredients make a fabulous harmony in my mouth and the tater tots were “THE FINALE” I’m gonna come back for the Warriors Breakfast burger which has sunny side up egg on burger!!!!!!! And cheese curds!!!! Gotta check this place frequently. Love can’t describe this place, I wanna gate-keep this place.

Kid-friendliness: Server shows enormous love to kids. He becomes crown for them all the time“

“Hella lit. Great taste and awesome prices, the salt and pepper fries are delicious too. Very happy that West Oakland is getting some food joints, and not just more weed dispensaries.

Kid-friendliness: Kids were there after soccer practice/or a soccer game“

“Love the food and the community!!“

“great juicy burger, thick creamy shake and the amazing garlic fries 🍟“

“My picky husband really liked the veggie burger 😊“

“Always happy to try out these diner style burger joints. Really hope they never go away.

We ordered their classic and Shroom and Swiss burgers, which come with 1/2 lb patties and fries, and their cookies and cream shake. The tomato,
lettuce, and onions are also stacked on the side (some people are picky with their veggies). Not the BEST out there, but the value is definitely there!

The owner seems to be all about the community. All of the interactions I witnessed have been positive with people from ALL walks of life. 5 stars from me. Catch y'all on the flip side.“

“Easy to recommend despite the price floor, can't imagine spending under twenty for the basics of eggs and toast here after tax and tip which does fit California but not quite the high crime rate risks of this area. Will hope these great people can stick it out, we were taken care of quickly and had no issues from the attentive staff. Took to a good selection, pancakes, French toast, egg scramble, and avocado toast, showed up timely and looking too ripe for the grams. I noticed my crispy thick bread upholding big standards for bakeries. Delicious and savory, the others had no complaints either unless it's four dollar for a biscuit? That must be the inflation I keep hearing about! I suppose we hitting above our weight zone for the morning but it felt right to treat ourselves to first class. It's a splendid space and open wood, big windows, and lots of texture gives clean easy going vibes for a fun atmosphere. Parking wasn't too bad for a late Saturday morning but can bet it's not the easiest normally.“

“I drove by a handful of spots and places looked shady. Decided to stop at Seawolf for a beverage. Ended up ordering a cheese ? and added ? from Willie’s kitchen. It was surprisingly really good!
I’m Always looking for a good spot when I’m on the road, and I will be back to this place..

I should’ve taken a photo! ?“

“A little bit more goes a very long way. This isn't a fast food joint. Come out, order, grab a table. You're good for at least half an hour.
I ordered my usual favorite, a bacon, cheddar burger. Best I've had in a very long time. It's definitely a chill spot to get away from it all. Seating is limited. Not ideal for groups of 4 or more.

Vegetarian options: I ordered fried zucchini... The best I've ever had.“

“Stop here randomly and wasn’t disappointed the workers were super friendly and helpful and the food was great Im from Chicago and was hesitant on trying burgers out here and this is the only place that did it right! I had the BigE burger with Swiss and pickles. Price isn’t bad at all and well worth it!“

“Ballpark chaser and saw this place and the ratings. Parking was convenient, place was empty but the service was great. We were told they were only doing To-Go orders so they could close early, otherwise they'd get a 5 star review.
Got the double burger all the way with pepper jack and it was absolutely delicious, curly fries were great, regular fries were ok.“

“Great food for a great price. The lady at the register was very polite. The food came out hot and delicious. Take out only but the food is that good that you wanna order takeout again and again and again.
“One of the best burgers I’ve had in a while” - my boyfriend“

“great juicy burger, thick creamy shake and the amazing garlic fries 🍟“

“Their cheeseburger was what you'd expect a standard cheeseburger to be, simple classic, and tasty. It was a fresh, well put together cheeseburger, not big and heavy, greasy, or sloppy like other burgers out there. I didn't feel guilty about eating this. It came with fries included. The fries were nice and hot. Wait time was a bit longer than expected, but the end result was a delicious meal. The restaurant and kitchen appeared to be very clean. Staff was friendly and kept me updated on how much longer the wait would be.“

“Great beer and the most delicious burger I've ever had“

“Good place for salads. The downside is that the burger meat is shrinking and getting thinner to match their burger buns.Today was my last day of wasting money on their almost paper-thin burgers. I'll still patronize them for salads and occasionally a shake“

“Oh my!!!. One of the best Bacon Cheeseburgers myself has had in a long while!. Love this Emil's Burger & Breakfast!!!. GO!!! JALAPENOS!!!.“

“Amazing staff and teh best burger in town!“

“Screens at the entrance to place your order or a live person will take your order at the register. These screens were the easiest to use that I've ever found.

(On occasion I've given up trying to order at McDonalds and Habit because I found their screens too difficult).

I got cesar salad with chicken and avocado added, dressing is served on the side so it doesn't overpower the salad. Crisp fresh lettuce with no wilted bits. I ate about half at the restaurant and the rest at home. Sweet potato fries were very good. I ate all of those later as well. A friend got a basic grilled cheese and it appeared to me that it was prepared correctly.

Chairs make an absurd loud noise. Staff exceptionally professional, got me a bag and to-go lid instantly.

Make sure you TIP THE STAFF. They are hardworking and fast. You can tip on the screens and later, if you find the service to be exceptional (I did) then you can add additional cash to tip jar at the register on your way out

Plenty of clean, easy to use trash cans around. Very bright lights.

Wheelchair accessibility: Floor is smooth cement. I think it would be easy to enter using a wheelchair.“

“Love eating on the Sun porch and the refills on the ice tea!“

“Got out of Oakland Zoo and found this place next to a liquor store but the food is deceptively tasteful vs the neighborhood. We order 2 gyros and a lamb bowl. Besides the ample portion, the meats (lamb, steak and chicken) are well marinated and tender. The lamb is not gamy at all. The fries that come with the order are so seasoned such that ketchup would actually ruin it.

Will definitely revisit next time I visit the zoo.“

“Today was my first visit! The food was great!! Freshly prepared for each order. I had to call them and let them know! All good!“

“This place absolutely rocks. It’s exactly the kind of neighborhood spot you hope to find - super high quality food but with a totally casual vibe and excellent price point. Jerk Salmon was exceptional. Owner was hella nice too. So glad we found our new fav spot!“

“This was my first time eating here and I’m so impressed with the portions, prices and customer service. The owner/ manager I believe, is so friendly to everyone and I’ve never been to a small establishment that keeps checking on the customer about how the food is etc. I will be coming here instead of my usual trips to Peet’s coffee or Starbucks!“

“I have been stopping by the restaurant at least once a week for breakfast since 2023. all the breakfast menu items are great. you will be pleased with what ever you select.“

“even they took awhile for the order yesterday I had some problems chili cheese fries was nasty I'm warmed them up in microwave and they were gross filming the garbage man“

“Legitimately one of the best places I have ever eaten. The food is fresh, hot, and made to order, with something on the menu for everyone (I'm a vegetarian and was almost fooled by the impossible burger being real beef because it was that good). Will be returning - I wish I could eat here every day!“

“Best strawberry shake I've had in a long time. Chili cheese fries were really good, but the fries needed to be cooked longer. Philly cheesesteak is super solid. Very good. Fresh ingredients. Everything was made fresh, and I love that for me. Lol. I'll be back this week for another shake.“

“Great burgers and curly fries! Clean and well spaced tables.“

“Was 1/4 pound talking about the patty or the Mayonnaise? It was hard for me to tell. I looked like I was the recipient of a burgerkake event by the end of it. Order Could've included a lifeguard on the side for all the mayo I was swimming through. I don't like to be harsh and I want to support this business. Overall it was a really good meal, location and vintage feel of the place was heartwarming and comforting. Ingredients were quality for the most part. I don't eat burgers often so usually prefer it to be an exceptional experience. I couldn't get passed the excessive mayo that lubricated and coated my whole throat and insides. Otherwise a pretty standard experience.*Ordered April 15th around 1:15p.m“

“Mangonada, nieve de garrafa, raspados, bionicos, tostilocos, tejuinos“

“I Love the burgers yummy,, the staff so nice ..“

“Mama’s is always fabulous! Great food, great people. What more can you ask for??“

“Had a first date at this place. Didn't realize at the time that they do comedy on Thursdays. I will be going back for comedy on Thursday with or without my date. The service was fantastic. The bartender was very attentive and listened. Maybe a little too much! (Ha!) But he took my order answered all my questions and the food was tasty. Not spectacular but tasty. I will definitely be going back!“

“A truly amazing burger. I've tried several options on the menu and they're all great. The place is definitely homey and warm but it feels a little gritty and grizzled as well. The price is a little high for a burger that may actually be worth it but, it's an important consideration. Oh yeah, they have beers too.“

“I absolutely love this place. It is ten feet from new apartment front door and their food is AMAZING. Family owned and operated with amazing kindness and quality. I've been there just about every day since moving here and have yet to get tired of their menu. 20 out of 10 recommend.“

“These guys opened, a few months later Shake Shack closes. I think it’s fair to say they put them out of business. Everything here is full of flavor, and FAST. I recommend the cheeseburger, have it your way, and the fried chicken. Haven’t tried the Philly yet, but I’m looking forward to it.“

“had eggs jaqueline. was superb.“

“Great metal bar in Oakland with a massive courtyard, and makes you stop wondering where all the cute boys went! A nice reprieve from the steadily wealthier and wealthier Oakland scene, nobody is talking about their new sportscar here and lots of space to see great music most of it metal. 🎸 (though the last 2 metal guys I know who played here were pretty loaded now that I think of it one of them worked at nvidia and the other was a graduate degree engineer from my office ) there’s a baywheels bike share nearby in case you’re scared of leaving your bike locked up here. The courtyard has great seating for people watching, maybe if we do magic incantations all the cool art school girls who have great taste in music will return!“

“I had a belly burrito add shrimp✊🏽💯 it was🔥🔥couldnt finish it #fakefatguy nowadays😅socially distant👍🏽in door seating as well as outdoor great food gud service #getchusum“

“Barney’s is what it is. It’s a Bay Area institution. The burgers are reliably good. The sides are good, but also be aware that sides are separate. If you order a burger, fries, and a drink, you’ll be close or over $30. Not unreasonable for Piedmont Avenue, but I know plenty of people that are frustrated at the idea of buying fries on principle, so beware if that’s how you feel. Atmosphere is the worst part because 1. There’s often a faint stickiness to tables, 2. I’ve always seen at least one fly buzzing around (typically near the window seats), 3. Acoustics suck.“

“I absolutely recommend this place.“

“This is what all mom and pop restaurants should be like. You can literally taste the love in every bite. Everything they serve is fantastic. You won’t be disappointed. I am, very emphatically, including the deep-fried Oreos in that statement. Worth the drive and definitely worth the price.“

“Don't lose your investment in forex trade/bitcoin. Go with a proven legitimate trader that allows your unrestricted access to your account. I recommend Mrs Craig Vanessa for anyone in need of a reliable account manager because she has really helped me and got me restored from previous losses and it's been cool all the way. Invest with her today and enjoy a profitable trading experience. Now I am making profit of $5,500 weekly. Contact her through Facebook: Mrs Craig Vanessa“

“Good vibes! Will definitely be back!!“

“The Diggery Inn is great. I love this breakfast and lunch spot. I have been coming here for 18 years. I always get one of their hearty scramble plates when I come for breakfast. They have great burgers here too. The meals are all good sized portions. There is indoor and outdoor seating. It’s a family owned restaurant with Paula on the grill and Nary out front waiting on customers.They are great people and very friendly. I Highly recommend the Diggery Inn.“

“Pro: free parking, public restrooms, tasty. Con: have to wait in cashier line for soda refill, $2.50 large soda doesn't compete w/McDonald's price of $1.“