This place must be skating by on nostalgia. I have heard so much about it, and it definitely hasn't earned its place in the collective consciousness. The burger patty was wafer-thin. I could barely taste meat. I could catch a whiff of grilled flavour, but not even a hint of beef. This was compounded by the fact that the bun was large and bready. The bun also seemed not fresh, so it had that stale slightly crumbly texture that bready buns sometimes get. The bready bun and the toppings just overwhelmed this incredibly thin patty. If you want to give this burger a try, go for a double or even triple patty configuration. The onion rings, as hard as it may be to believe, were even more of a letdown than the burger. I've never come across onion rings with a leathery texture until I tried the ones here. Seriously, leathery. The batter was tough and chewy. I don't even know how they accomplished that feat. Perhaps they worked the batter too much? I have no idea. Next time try barely working the batter and lighten it up by subbing some of the flour for cornstarch and using ice water. I would not come back here again unless I heard that the food underwent massive improvement. I will end on a positive note: the service was very nice. read more

Only okayish. Burger was sad, limited toppings, wwwaaayyy too much bun for such little burger patty. Fries were decent, pretty crunchy, not overly salted. Probably wouldn't come back out here. Not worth the hype. read more

They call it Apache Burger but I call it the "Last Chance For Romance". Apache Burger has been a mainstay on Dundas St. W for as long as I can remember. It was the place to go after the bars closed up and hence my nickname for this Etobicoke landmark. During the tail end of the disco era, when bars had their last call at 1:00 a.m. and you still didn't have anyone for the rhetorical last dance there was always a chance you'd get lucky at Apache. It was that kinda joint. I cannot ever remember being in Apache Burgers when there wasn't a line up. No matter what time of the day or night, there always seems to be a line up. Standing there waiting to get your turn to place your order you can't help but to notice that the owners are major Maple Leaf fans with the walls adorned with pics of hockey players who have come and gone from the beloved Apache Burgers. I'm not really sure why AB is so darned popular. Ok, so the rings are among the best I've ever chowed down on but the burgers are very much similar to what I spoke about in places like Magic Spot Grill or for that matter the upgraded burgers in Harvey's. Unlike the horrid Hero burgers these patties at least have some decent flavour. I always get the Banquet Burger at Apache. Bring me the bacon baby! Bubba, who is a ringer for a shorter version of the actor Michael Clarke Duncan, (I don't actually know if his name is Bubba but it's what I've called him for years) is a permanent fixture at the prep table. Everytime I see him and he asks me what I want on my burger I look at him and say "Bubba how many times have I been here before? You know damn well what I want on my burger.." He grins his gold tooth grin and fixes my burger. Don't expect to find any caramelized onions or goat's cheese here. This is Apache Burger, it's all old school. Everything is plentiful at Apache. Fries come stuffed, piled mighty high into their boxes, as do the rings. My Banquet burger combo set me back $11 which is on par with places like Craft. Coming in to Apache Burger is like visiting an old friend who you know will always be home and welcoming you with open arms. It's not my most favorite burger spot but its the spot I'm most sentimental for. read more

The burgers were just average, they weren't exceptionally delectable. But one plus was they were open very late which was easier for me to order a dinner late night . read more

Have heard about this place through a few friends and the steak on a bun was great! Real old school fries and price was good!

I ordered a cheese burger and fries. The fries were great, fresh cut. The cheese burger was quite disappointing. It was extremely thin and inside a bun that was way too big for that tiny patty. Even though the meat was super thin it was still pink inside. I'm not a fan of under cooked ground beef at all. They had all the basic burger toppings and the staff all looked like they had better places to be. I wouldn't recommend anyone go here but if your passing by and want a flame cooked burger it's not a terrible choice. read more

I have been going here since I was a young teen when six points cinema was still around. I'm so disgusted. As I was awaiting my order a young guy came in, no mask, handling the guy on the cash packages of drugs and explaining them. Yet another customer came in and he was told to put a mask on. Such a double standard. If the owner was around she would of fired him. Monday June 21 at about 10:45 pm. I hope she reads this comment and checks her cameras so she can see this for herself. The service sucked. The onion rings that use to be to die for are definitely dead, the burger was still good and the only thing I was pleased with. Such a shame. read more

Wow, what a disappointment! Over priced, poor quality (no taste, no seasoning) and poor service, including having a cash only policy that was not posted inadvance on the web site or on the entrance windows. Having said that, there is a no name cash dispenser available inside the restaurant, that no doubt includes higher than usual usage fees given the convenience. No signage posted about their ATM fees. read more

My wife and I go here anytime we want a really juicy burger. Greasy place but well worth it if your having a guilt-free night. One of the best onion ring batters i've had read more

I don't know what make this burger place special I order beef burger and was less than mecdoland dry and not tasty at all I would never come back read more

I'm super annoyed at Apache Burgers right now as our family of four got locked out 2 seconds before we grabbed the handle to enter. The guy even raced to the door to do it before we could grab the handle. After looking in to see what the hell happened they gave us the cut off sign (hand across throat). Who locks out a family of 4 just just before they enter? I understand that it's New Years Eve and you're trying to get home but you were still cooking for 3-4 people at the counter and it's 2 minutes after 6 pm. It was my 50th birthday and I was craving the Apache Burger and fries and your lack of common sense screwed up what would have been a great birthday treat. I love the food but the service (outside of the owner) is horrible. read more

Apache's has been an institution in my life for many years. My uncle and aunt and I think even my dad (if you knew my dad, you would get the "even"-- he doesn't do burger joints) have all sang its praises since I can remember. Being located near the West-most point on the subway line, and me being located much farther from the subway line, it was always a symbolic landmark, a midway point between city and suburb. And since it was open until just after the subway closed, an exciting late night trip back from "downtown!!" for a concert or what have you (usually a concert), would involve a stop here. These days, taking the opposite journey (for a visit home to the suburbs), I still regularly partake in the glory of their burgers when my mom fetches me from the subway station. They are of the thinner, fast food joint school of burgers, as opposed to the thicker, more homemade-tasting chunky school of burgers (think: how Lick's used to make them...then, think of the opposite). Please note that I equally love both kinds of burgers. Everything is priced separately, sadly no combos to speak of, so it's a bit more expensive to get the burger, side, and a drink than some other places. The service can be somewhat surly, but also nice when it matters so I know they like me anyway. The onion rings are particularly good, and were the first onion rings to convince me that they were worth choosing (which they SO are), or at least sacrificing half of your fries for. read more

Apache is good if you're craving a real burger at 2am (not BK or McDonald's). The burgers are big, juicy, and topped with fresh toppings like onions, tomatoes, iceberg lettuce, and even hot bell peppers if you're craving that extra kick. I got the Banquet burger the last time I went and was unimpressed by the bacon that was included as I couldn't even tell it was there, although to be fair I like to pile my toppings very high and get extra hot peppers as well! Next time I will stick to the cheeseburger. We always get the fries to share with our burgers as the burgers themselves are so big they fill us up quite well. The onion rings on the other hand were way too greasy and had too much batter. Service is always friendly and there's ample parking at the lot right outside. Expect this place to always be busy as well--even at 1am! The line moves quickly though so it's not too bad. read more

I can see why this place is an institution in Toronto but its still not the most fantastic burger by any means. The onion rings are hand dipped but you may want to share an order of them, there is soooo much batter that you can feel your arteries clogging as you swallow (not that that is necessarily a bad thing). The burger itself was neither here nor there. It was hot, greasy, and tasted good. The staff seemed to be a little disorganized and because of that a large line began to form. There was also one staff member that just seemed to be complaining that she had already been there all day and wasn't staying much longer so the other staff needed to "figure it out". Not a good impression to put on your guests. read more

If you live in the area the food is OK. Nothing fresh or special, it's part of the late night limited options category. The only people who seem to love this place are people raised in etobicoke, I moved here a couple years ago, and everyone I know admits it's an nostalgia thing if they like it. As a girl who has lived and traveled all over Toronto and always had family all over Toronto and the GTA, I consider myself unbiased lol. This is one of the worser of the burger nostalgia places, of the various borough burger places that people hold dear. read more

Good solid place. Had a great vanilla shake, hamburger and onion rings. Place is small but nice. The one thing that soured the experience was the lady at the cash. A guy working the front and the grill took our order and when he started entering it in the cash till, an older woman came out of the office to punch in the amount. We paid and she went back in the office. we waited for our order and saw the woman do that a few more times and simply bark at the employees in such a disrespectful manner it soured the experience. The guys were still good with the customers, but you feel bad for them. Otherwise I would say the food is good old fashioned solid burgers. Nothing fancy, but good. read more

Pathetic customer service. The most arrogant staff that I have seen at any burger place. The food (shakes etc.) are good, but such a negative experience overpowers the food. Definitely not going back to a place who doesn't value it's customers. read more

Cash only. Open late night. Walking distance from Kipling station. I've been going to Apache since my childhood and can honestly the quality has deteriorated since. I don't know whether management has changed hands or whether they've opted for lower quality ingredients in order to save a little money, but it's not what it used to be. Burgers are a little boring, with all meats and veggie burgers being cooked on the same grill (if that is of concern to you, of course.) Recently decided to order the chicken burger and it was the saddest culinary experience I've ever had. The chicken was horribly under-seasoned and of the Subway variety (some kind of soy protein), and tasted like freezer. Milkshakes are also lackluster and nothing to write home about. All this comes with great disappointment as many people who have been here will tell you: it's not cheap! Your guaranteed options are the fries, the onion rings and possibly the gravy on a good day. I truly believe this place is still open because it holds sentimental value to many people after having been around for so long and because it stays open late, but there are seriously many better options. read more

Slightly better than Harvey's for double the price. They only take cash. Apache burger was good. Onion rings are chewy. read more

Apache Burgers - Hot Dogs Near Me - Etobicoke, Ontario

Meh its decent but very over rated. Many people talk about it as one of the best burgers in the city, thats a major strectch. . not impressive. I 5 minutes away for 3 years and I think I ate there 5-6 times. I drove up to vic park and sheppard for Johnnys all the time. read more

Great find in Etobicoke but get the Apache burger rather than their regular burgers (which are subpar). The only thing I'm not a fan of is the buns are placed directly on the counter without any paper underneath -- I mean, how do I know if the counter is clean?! The burgers are good and juicy but I wouldn't say the were the best burgers I've ever had. They are incredibly messy to eat and the place doesn't look the cleanest. I had to admit that the fries are pretty tasty though! :) read more

I have been wanting to try out Apache for the longest time, Today I finally stopped by.. Had an Apache Burger with fries and small drink.. $14 A little on the high side for what you actually get burger and fries were decent but really dont come close to Five Guys or Burger Priest. Will I go back? Maybe if in the area. Service was quick and efficient ! read more

This place is an Etobicoke institution. I've been here a ton of times over the years, and it's consistent what you get every time. A big, yummy, greasy burger of goodness. None of the fancy stuff you see with the trendy upscale burgers now. Nothing special here. Just a cute old diner that's a blast from the past. It hits the spot. Service is always super friendly. Usually always busy. Yeah, it's not the most fabulous burger in the world, but I think everyone knows that, but we all still love it anyways! read more

A fast food place where I get to pick the multiple condiments on my burger? awesome. Watch them grill it? awesome. know that my fries are freshly cooked? also awesome. Walking through the restaurant to see food scraps on the floor and a place that could use a good clean? perhaps not so great. Maybe the holiday Monday was a bad idea to go there, but there wasn't much else open. Very very decent food though! read more

This is possibly the quintessential late night burger place in Etobicoke. It's been here forever, the burgers are decent and the prices aren't going to break the bank. You get what it is you pay for. It's a classic burger on a soft bun with all the toppings you want. I normally don't get fries but when I get them here they're good. They also have onion rings if you prefer. No debit though so I think it's cash only. In any case it's exactly what you're looking for after a night of partying or when you've been out late and need something before going to bed. It's not a great burger, but it's what you want. read more

Quite honestly this place has an OK burger but it is over rated and over hyped. I've had better before for sure. I'm also not a fan that you can not order a combo. So your 8 dollar burger turns into a 13 dollar combo once you buy everything separately, so it is a little expensive for a burger joint. However they do have amazing onion rings. As well i was a little upset with their service, kind of rude. When I asked to change my fries to rings, and abrupt no was answered. They said they couldn't change my order, cause everything is made to order. That's understandable but this place is so busy that I'm sure they can sell the fries within the next 5 minutes. Either way overrated over hyped and just OK. read more

Back in the day when I used to eat meat, Apache was one of my FAV burger places. Back in grade school and highschool we used to visit Apache at least once a week. The place is simple and old school. Burgers, dogs, fries, rings. I have yet to indulge in their veggie burger but I highly recommend their fries and onion rings. Potentially the best old school, hand dipped onion rings in the city. In need of a late night snack in the west end... give Apache a try. You won't be disappointed. read more

Amazing and fresh made burgers. Whenever I'm craving a late night snack I come here and get the Apache burger. The staff is always so nice and it's a very friendly family atmosphere! read more

Apache is a little overrated and overpriced. But with that said, if I crave it, it's the only thing that can satisfy me. Not even C&Dubbs. Does that make me weird? I don't know. With their vintage style diner theme, they make a good burger and Im pretty sure it's illegal in Etobicoke to not like their onion rings. And if you don't finish your meal, ty domi will show up at your door and jersey you. read more

This place is always packed no matter what time it is. However I have to agree with Ana D. I to don't see what the big deal is about this place. The burgers are good however not nothing to be to crazy about. I am sure I'll return since it's good food and reasonably priced. read more

As I am half Native American I was really excited about trying this place out hence the name.. Upon entering and ordering from the menu it became quite clear to me this isn't a Native run business and there isn't any Native food on the menu anywhere. I was really let down . Just another store exploiting the indigenous culture because it sounds or looks cool.. lame .. read more

The fries are good. I don't care too much for the burgers. The cooks slap the burger patties too much. They should leave it on the grill and just flip once or twice. read more

Went to Apache as sort of an unplanned cheat meal...D; I had the banquet burger and shared a side of fries. I enjoyed the burger but I wouldn't say it was the best burger I've ever had... 5 guys was a little more tasty to me. The fries were your standard fries... Deep fried I would go back but I would probably get the BBQ sauce and try something different read more

I've stumbled into this establishment on a few occasions at about 1 or 2 in the morning - and at the time, it just seems like the right thing to do. When you wake up, not so much... Mind you, I do contribute the aching in my head to the beer, shots or whatever else found it's way into my body, that aching deep down in the bottom of my stomach, is undeniably the product of a late night pit stop at Apache Burger. That being said, the burgers are really good, fries are bit soggy and saturated with fat but hey, what else do you want at 2 a.m.? You can be sure I will bless the doors of this place again sometime soon. read more

The food here was okay but the service was terrible! First of all the staff did not have a welcoming attitude at all - after we ordered the cashier said "sorry its cash only" and almost dismissed us like "you can leave now" and there was an ATM in the store so we took out cash and paid. Secondly, the cooks all kept taking their masks off and touching their faces which made us feel very uncomfortable. Thirdly, an uber driver came in clearly not really knowing what to show them (maybe he was new) and the way they treated him made it seem like he was lying about his order - they were extremely rude. The poor guy asked for help from another driver who came in what to pull up on the screen. Overall it was a terrible experience and the staff made you feel uncomfortable and not welcome. I would not go back. The restaurant also seems so run down and not maintained. read more

mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm...that pretty much sums it up. I've been to Apache Burgers a few times and it always leaves me with a good impression. Most recently I enjoyed the banquet burger with an order of half n, half (half fries, half onion rings). The burger itself was awesome. Cooked perfectly, with a nice thick slice of cheese melted on it. The dude putting on my toppings was on the ball. He waited to hear all my topping before dressing the burger because he obviously had a method to the each bite I took contained a bit of each topping. You rock Apache burger dresser guy. My favourite item on the menu is the home made onion rings. Not quite as crispy as they are at most places and have a distinct doughy batter taste. Oh man, I want some right now. I'm cutting this review short to go get some more! read more

Apache Burgers - Hot Dogs Near Me - Etobicoke, Ontario

Tradition is nice, but even Apache needs to get with the times. If you're worried about the spread of COVID, do not go there. I'm trying to support local business and went there tonight for takeout, but instantly regretted it. No physical distancing taking place - I counted more than 15 customers in there, which if you know the size of the place, makes 2 feet apart impossible much less 6 feet apart. And one of the staff actually asked the customers to move further inside so those waiting outside could get in! No staff was wearing masks. The cashier was not wearing gloves and it's still cash only which makes contactless service impossible. The cook wasn't wearing gloves either, yet he's the one that puts the fries in the bag. It's 2020, not 1955 - we may not like it, but we all need to be more responsible. read more

Decent old school burger joint...they could improve on the quality of some items however. Patties and fries are the store bought variety and kind of expensive for what they are. The onion rings are pretty awesome. Read my full review @ duggsburgerblog.blog.com read more

Delicious!! I just had the regular burger, but it was very good. I loved the buns they put the patty on too. The staff was very friendly. However, it was very expensive. Me and my friends ordered 4 burgers and the bill came to $40 (no fries, no drinks, JUST BURGERS)!! That is outrageous when I can just buy a box of burgers at the super market for a lot less. read more

The food is vile. I've eaten there twice and can honestly say it's the worst place I've ever been in my life. Don't let the long lines deceive you, the line is only big because they take excruciatingly long to cook your food. If you ever decide to eat there listen to me when I say don't get a burger. They are flavorless, uneven piles of slop. If your in the area rethink your options, down the street is a Wendy's, Harveys and a McDonald's. I'm not saying im a fan of McDonald's but anything is better than apache. To the friends that glorify this place and gave it a great recommendation, I have truly lost any respect I had for you. I'm quite surprised by the number of positive reviews. It truly interests me to know what they have been eating up until the point of trying Apache. If you want to know a real burger joint try "The Works" 10/10. No offense to the friendly staff though. read more