The Yummiest Burgers in Newark

A+ Burger

★★★★☆ 4.3 (912) • $$

"Oh? I haven't reviewed this place yet?Yo, this place is fucking incredible. If you're in the east bay and are craving some good food? You GOT to head here. Why? it's a local chain, the food is bomb as **** and good lord do they give you great portions! Talk about incredible service!I gotta say though that when it's raining, the patio does tend to leak which is a bit annoying, but it's not going to deter me from eating here when I'm in the east bay"

Brew City Grill

★★★★☆ 4.4 (750) • $$

"I like the atmosphere. However, we must have visited on an off day because our entire party left food on the table. We were one of four tables, so it wasn't busy. Onion rings were greasy. Sandwich was poorly made. Steak was grisly. Pizza arrived at the table with the cheese sliding off one edge. Mushroom burger had few mushrooms. Fries were unevenly salted- one side extra salty, other side unsalted.The curds were great and the only item completely eaten. But the portion seemed less than a full portion when compared with pictures from other yelpers."

Homeskillet

★★★★☆ 4 (838) • $$

"Food came out quick and staff were friendly. They do have a selection of donuts to go as well"

Wild Ginger

★★★★☆ 4.3 (719) • $$

"Wild Ginger makes the best biang biang noodles I have ever had in the states, hands down. Run, don't walk!!!!!!! Truly some of the best noodles I've ever had in my life. Extremely reasonable prices, friendly staff, cozy intimate feeling seating, and in a great location!"

The Garret of Campbell

★★★★☆ 3.7 (937) • $$

"I'm torn.Everything is very "four-star" about this place. The Garret reminds me of old-school Pizza Hut, this one being cavernous, dark, divey, and woody, with a bar area. All the workers were pleasant and attentive, which is why I am not giving it three stars. The food was not bad. We started with garlic fries, getting a decent amount of hot fries covered in a creamy diced garlic for $5. The build-your-own pizza wasn't cheap, but the medium seemed big. The pizza seemed flavorless, though we think the garlic fries had something to do with that. With a little parmesan and red pepper flake, I enjoyed it. I loved the crispy but doughy crust. The leftover pizza was better than any other leftover pizza. No self-service sodas, but refills are free.The problem is that we went at 5:30 on a Saturday, and it was full of kids. That makes it great for families, but not for people who aren't used to eating while kids scream talk at the top of their lungs. These unnecessarily loud kids all seemed to have Raiders fans for Dads so I couldn't really go up there and ask them to leash their kids or give them peanut butter to keep them from barking a while.If you think I'm being an old man, other reviewers agreed: "noisy kids" (Michael R); "a little too noisy to have a quiet conversation" (Rakesh B); "good for holding large gatherings but can be noisy." (Ed H); "ridiculously loud everywhere that the noise becomes UNTOLERABLE" (Yvette R); "arcade makes people feel they can let kids run free." (Anonymous); "Expect it to be loud with kids running around." (Lorraine C); "a lot of kids during the dinner rush." (Barney T); "People think it's Chuck E Cheese and let their kids literally run wild through this place...kids squealing and running through the table." (Jon C). "A ton of kids." (Killer Kitty). "The only downside of this place are the unattended whiny little snot-nosed kids that run around high on caffeine." (Patrick J)I loved the atmosphere, service, and food, but I would only return super late at night or while kids are in school or once I lose my hearing."

Mama's Royal Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.5 (972) • $$

"Oakland, and the East Bay in general, has lots of breakfast options. I've been to Mama's twice now and both experiences were fantastic.The food is solid, very tasty, and has lots of options. The jalapeño and carrot salsa on the table is a generous addition, not too spicy and definitely filled with flavor crystals.I loved the NY sharp cheddar and cremini mushroom omelette, banked with home fries and a slice of Acme sourdough toast.The service was friendly and attentive the whole time --which says a lot at 11am on a gorgeous Saturday morning. The crew feels like family and they clearly know how to run a morning rush that feels easy and well coordinated. I also like how real the place feels. Black and red floor tiles from the 50's? Ornamental headboards from some past iteration as a Chinese restaurant, and super comfy seats and booths.Solid."

Cato's Ale House

★★★★☆ 4 (740) • $$

"I really enjoy Cato's vibe. It has a neighborhood feel that welcomes anyone and everyone. They also offer an outstanding beer selection.Their food is expensive and, at best, average. During my last visit, I ate a cuban sandwich with dry bread and subpar ham. I think it cost me over $15. They also default to a 22% tip up front FOR COUNTER SERVICE. My family bussed our own dishes when we left..."

Lynn & Lu's Escapade Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.7 (817) • $$

"This is a great place for breakfast and sandwiches. We often go for weekend brunch, which can become a bit of a wait if you get a late start. Getting there before noon is usually not an issue. Their back patio is lovely, when it is open.My partner loves the oatmeal waffle and oatmeal pancake with fresh house-made blueberry sauce, which is usually his go-to. Their vegetarian benedicts are terrific with great flavor combinations and well cooked eggs. Lately, I have been a huge fan of the turkey pesto melt, which has house-roasted delicious turkey.Service is a little thin, post-pandemic, but they are making it work juggling the online orders and full tables of customers. As always, the servers are pleasant."

Susie Q’s Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.4 (453) • $$

"So far we have DoorDash their pizza to Union City at least 10 times in the last few weeks every single time fire!! so glad they have halal beef options and turkey"

Katsuyaki

★★★★☆ 4 (514) • $$

"First time.One of those places with the TV on playing Tubi. Friendly gal at the counter. Ordered the $12 chicken teriyaki bowl to eat onsite. About 6 customers eating at the tables (all lonely males this Valentine's Day). Rice was hot! Chicken was warm and the steamed broccoli was fridge cold. One use wood chopsticks were good quality. Sirachi packet and soy sauce in a bottle along with salt and pepper is available at the counter.If they are open to suggestions I would stream anime or J-pop, Use Japanese ceramic teriyaki bowls for sit down use instead of plastic, add some Japanese pepper seasoning at the counter and a "special" house mayo dressing sauce bottle for the broccoli that needs to be served warm. I would also add the store name to the menu signage inside. Hot green tea would be a nice option."

Oeste Bar & Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (567) • $$

"If there's any place, I would recommend anyone to go to for brunch in Oakland it would be Oeste. I really enjoyed the energy in there and the food was packed with flavor. The rice and beans were to die for. My favorite thing there is the whole fried fish and baby Ceasar???? he was all about that salad (add the grilled chicken, trust me)"

Cecil's Famous Burgers

★★★★☆ 4.1 (487) • $

"Nom Nom, these burgers are really good!Ok ok, hands down one of the best burgers I've had in the Bay Area here. I've had them countless times & it's time to give up the flowers for them. They are definitely nom & pops style food here & I appreciate it greatly as it's hard to find the non commercialized flavors. They are consistent & the food is deelish for sure. I've never had a bad meal from here & that's to be celebrated in the world of fast food. There is nothing fancy or anything about this place but great/consistent flavor/taste is what they have. I will always be back! All burger heads, whether you k ow it's the enemy or not, this is a good cheat meal for the conscious.Cheers!"

Hoagy Steak

★★★★☆ 4.3 (432) • $$

"Finally, a decent steak and cheese at a reasonable price and it includes big old steak fries"

The Bureau 510

★★★★☆ 3.8 (523) • $$

"I have been a few times and this is the spot for watching sports, get togethers, or date nights! Good foods with an expanded menu featuring Thai foods and a Yakitori HH. The vibe is chill and foods are high quality. My experience with the waiters/service has been fantastic- they were hard working, helpful, and efficient. Just a hop-skip away from IKEA and Emeryville shopping, so definitely worth trying if you are in the area. Highly recommend!"

Boulevard Burger

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (648) • $$

"Came here on a Saturday for lunch and service is lacking. The menu is on a chalkboard and I had to ask for a paper menu to see everything. I have been here a long time ago but wanted to give it another try. The prices are kind of steep for just a burger and you still have to add on the sides. There is also a 3% automatic fee for using a credit card which is also relatively high in my opinion. We had a table of 9 and the cups and silverware just looked like it needed some extra cleaning. The burger itself was good. I had a mushroom burger, onion rings and curly fries. Everything came out tasty. However I don't know if it was worth the price."

Hidden Spot - Emeryville

★★★★★ 4.5 (368) • $$

"Working with the owner on private event pricing was so REASONABLE HIGHY RECOMMEND! I was so happy with their response time, vibe of the place and they are so easy to work with."

Flipside

★★★★☆ 3.9 (479) • $$

"Amazing food. Really awesome and fast service. This is the perfect neighborhood burger and fry place. I'd been searching for some good fish and chips and as soon as I walked in to my surprise and delight they had fresh made fish and chips. The fries are crunchy and cooked to perfection, the burger is flame kissed and there is even real chocolate Malt. We will definitely be back."

Park Burger

★★★★☆ 3.7 (517) • $$

"Park Burger is one of the best local burger joints in Oakland, and I cannot recommend them enough. I don't know what Amber D's deal is; if the food was as bad as you say it was, where's the photo for proof? I have a hard time believing the greens were brown or that the burger made you sick. I've been coming here since the place opened several years ago and can confidently say I've never had an issue here, nor do I hesitate to dine here time and again. They have a fantastic selection of burger combinations, all ingredients are sourced locally, and the beer on tap is always on point, too."

Seniore's Pizza

★★★★☆ 3.9 (463) • $$

"Came here for a few slices of pizza and met the owners. She was so sweet! Shout out to Tina! Thank you for the amazing service and chatting with us.The food was great! Decent price and great flavor."

Jerusalem Organic Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (418) • $

"I live down Solano and can't believe I have not walked into this place. I definitely will be back!My lamb wrap was fairly priced for the size of it (see photo). Falafels were on point too. Excited to try the other items in the menu next time."

Ahn's Quarter Pound Burger

★★★★☆ 3.9 (456) • $$

"Simple place, take out only, but they have turkey burgers!! Milk Shakes are fresh made and love the crinkle fries! The kind that Foster's Freeze USED to do. Very generous portions on the fries too! Love this place."

Village Grill

★★★★☆ 3.9 (451) • $$

"Amazing breakfast spot in Evergreen Village Square with so many options to choose from! I came in on a Saturday morning with a group of 11 and waited around 40 minutes. Keep in mind that on the weekends, it gets pretty busy and they don't allow strollers inside during weekends! The service was great--the workers were very polite and patient when it came to us choosing what to order. They always refilled our waters without us asking which was really nice to see! The ambiance inside was casual, except I didn't really pay too much attention to my surroundings since I was really hungry! I decided to order their Rasp n' Cream crepes for around $14. It was really good, however, after 2 crepes I couldn't finish the last one! It was pretty filling in my opinion for breakfast and it satisfied my sweet tooth. The almonds added a nice crunch to it! I'd come back here again!"

Hegenburger

★★★★☆ 4.2 (381) • $$

"Seems family run and they treated me like they were glad I came.Very tasty burger with a clever name."

The Rose & Crown

★★★★☆ 3.6 (514) • $$

"An institution in downtown Palo Alto. Service is friendly and pleasant. Food is serviceable with nothing that stands out. Lots of tables inside and out. Fills up on Stanford football game days. Great beer selection!"

Urban Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.9 (396) • $$

"Food and service were super good! Portions are definitely small though. Butter chicken with naan-4/5 more tomato-y than im used to, but still good! I wish there was more naan so i could dip it in the sauce.Tandoori soya chaap -5/5 delicious! It has a creamy, nutty flavor and the texture was really nice. It has a small kick which is barely noticeable but nice."

Boulevard Burger

★★★★☆ 3.8 (410) • $$

"The burgers here are always great flavor, cooked just right and served with a smile. I need to branch out to some of the other meat selections, but usually stick with cheese burger and sometimes add bacon or avocado"

Branch Line Bar

★★★★★ 4.5 (285) • $$

"One of my favourite bars in the East Bay!!Alisa (sp) and Ali are two very welcoming and cool bartenders. They make you feel welcome and both have very funny stories and make funny comments. Of course, they are both masters of making great cocktails too! Hounourable mention: I forget the manager's name, but he is a nice guy. Great job Branch Line!"

Juicy Burger

★★★★☆ 3.9 (357) • $$

"Got some lunch for the family! The prices are above average compared to other burger places, but support family businesses! It's right next to happy lemon and has lots of parking. There were happy diners already eating their burgers, and I was able to place my order immediately when I walked in. I ordered 2 burgers and a combo. It took about 15 minutes for my order since they cook it fresh on the grill in front of you. They have a condiment bar of sauces and vegetables.The burger quality was juicy, filling, and delicious. My mom and sister were happy, so that's a win for me! The fries were salted to perfection and crispy. Would come here again to try other burgers!"

Dairy Belle Freeze

★★★★☆ 4.1 (317) • $$

"We drove past dairy belle freeze many times but never stopped to try until now! So glad we did because now we found a new burger/fast food joint to revisit. We ordered 2 combo meals, 1/4 beef hamburger and the fish sandwich. Everything came out piping hot and fresh, which we love! Both were excellent but my preference would be the fish sandwich. The portion was also generous for what you get. there were people coming in and out, so business is busy, which is always a good sign. only reason why I'm giving it a 4 star instead of 5 is because of the price. It's pretty pricey for what it is but once in a while, I won't mind coming here for a good burger."

Kabob Fusion

★★★★★ 4.7 (234)

"AMAZING EXPERIENCE The owner is super nice, the food is fresh, flavorful, and affordable. I ordered falafel and babaganoush. Falafel was as fresh as possible and super green on the inside."

Classic Diner

★★★★☆ 3.8 (342) • $$

"Darling diner with great food. Probably the best French toast in the Bay! Service was very pleasant and attentive. My friend had the club and fries. She said it was excellent!"

Wayback Burgers

★★★☆☆ 3 (543) • $$

"Few miles from my house but I've never thought to eat here. Open until 12am. Food was good. Service was excellent. Place is very clean."

YSG Halal YeeShaans Grubb

★★★★★ 4.7 (208) • $$

"I know it sounds crazy, but the burgers here just work. Mix of spices, seasoning, and sauces add a south Asian flare to their patties. Can choose chicken, beef, or the combo with both in the same sandwich- the yeeshaan burger. They also have classic "amryeecan" burgers for something more typical but didn't have a chance to try.The fries are fine, but not great so temper your expectations there. All in all, worth going out on a limb to try this restaurant!"

Halal Wings Plus

★★★★☆ 4.1 (258) • $$

"I love this place and my boys love it too. They have a lot of options and combos to choose from. They also have boneless wings which have more meat... Even though I love most of the flavors, my favorite has to be the boneless spicy lemon pepper ...The staff is always friendly!! They chat with us and give my boys extra fries, extra sauces, etc.The restaurant is also very clean. Too bad I'm about 35 minutes away, but it's worth the drive."

Rayo’s Pizza

★★★★★ 4.5 (202) • $$

"OK pizza in Hayward, we were visiting my brother and wanted to reward the kids with lunch, they chose Hawaiian Pizza and I found Rayo's on Yelp. It was close and it was easy placing our order over the phone. When we got there, nobody was inside and nobody was at the cash register. They have a distinctly painted interior so we wandered around a bit having a look and trying to make some light noise and eventually someone came out from the kitchen to help us.They still needed another 10 minutes but we weren't in a rush and waited. Hawaiian Pizza: I always try to support independent place and this pizza was OK, I think I prefer some franchise variations of this but it was for the kids and I did see they had some more unique creations we would try next time like carne asada pizza.Fries and Chicken strips: fries were a bit pale and tasted OK, when they are this size and proportion they are very similar to McDonalds fries and it's hard not to compare them. Both were fine but seemed like they could have been bought frozen and in bulk. I do like how the chicken strips came with some vegetables."