Loved it! The menu is small, but focused on the good stuff. Single, double, or veggie that really all the choices. I got a single with fries. The fries are crispy and hot! Waffle style as well. The burger was a touchy salty (love it) and crispy. Very good smash burger! The service is super friendly as well. The location is freshly updated and remodeled. Couple of notes: They are not a fan of any substitutions. So you pretty much get what is described on the menu. Also, I have been 3 times now and each time the music is crazy loud. 91 decibels last time I was there. Can be very challenging to talk to the meal partner at those levels. Each time we ate outside due to volume of the music - although it is still really loud outside. Would return, would recommend. N*joy! read more

Now that was a delicious hamburger. Double burger was quite tasty. As was the classic. Both would be ordered again. Waffle fries were crisp on the outside and soft on the in. Just wish they had bottles of ketchup. Salad was quite good too. All would be ordered again. Service was fast and friendly. Diner/Instragram vibe at the same time. I would come back for sure. read more

Fantastic burgers. Definitely hit the spot for what I was looking for in terms of smash burgers. Where this place falls flat is in their service. Most of the workers there don't look like they want to be there nor do they care to be bothered by your business. My other issue is this place is not kid friendly. The music is blasting and every other verse is an f bomb, read more

Hands down the best burger you can get in AZ. I got the Double Burger with Bacon and a side of their fries. The burger is exactly what I want every burger to taste like. It was tasty, juicy, cheesy, and well perfect! I usually don't like bacon on my burgers, but this was the perfect addition. The bacon was crispy, didn't take away from the burger at all, and was not too salty! The fries are waffle cut, but taste like curly fries!! So delicious dipped in their "not so secret sauce". I'm seriously still thinking about this burger and I can't wait to go back! The total for the 2 burgers (both with bacon) and a side of fries was around $40, so kind of expensive. However, 100% worth it to me. read more

Bad Jimmy's - Double Burger with Bacon. Side of Fries - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Some of the best smash burgers in Phoenix! Absolutely love the small menu and vibes inside. Everyone who works there is super friendly as well! read more

Bad Jimmy's - Double Burger - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I've been wanting to try this place for awhile and it did not disappoint! Definitely the best burger I've had in Phoenix so far. The crust they develop is truly next level. I can't wait to come back. read more

Bad Jimmy's - Double Burger - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

A friend told us to check out Bad Jimmy's for the best smash burgers and we were not disappointed. You order at the counter and then find a table. Seating is a little limited, but they do have tables outside as well. We were able to grab a table and got our food pretty fast. The atmosphere of the restaurant was fun and lively. We did notice the line getting pretty long just after 7:45pm. The food arrived and we happily took our first bites. The burgers were so tender and delicious! These burgers are definitely on our list as some of the best we've had in Phoenix. The fries were yummy as well! They had a good amount of seasoning. Would definitely recommend this spot! read more

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Food was amazing!! Bartender... not so much. I asked for three mystery shots... this dude poured me three shots of jack Daniel's straight ... seriously??? read more

Hands down one of the top burger spots in all of Phoenix! Handmade smash burgers made to order with a side of waffle fries - absolutely delicious! Restaurant is small and intimate and can get crowded pretty quick. This picture of food cost $34 dollars and although it was great, a bit pricey in my opinion, but hey Definitely a nice place for a first date if you happen to be in that area of downtown. read more

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Oh how I love a great burger! Bad Jimmy's has a great vibe. Kind of old-school Happy Days feeling. Sat at the bar, we ordered double burger, fries, and a cocktail. The burger was amazing. I have never had a smashed burger that was so tasty and crispy. Both my husband and I have been thinking about this burger since we left bad Jimmy's a few weeks ago. The cocktail menu definitely needs to be worked on maybe add some basic drinks. The fries were super good as well as great service. See you soon Bad Jimmy's! read more

It's Always a Great Time and OUTSTANDING Service and Food! The Waffle Fries are a Must with your Smash Burger. read more

Delicious! This place is a family favorite! I loved their veggie burger and my daughter loved her green chili burger. Their fries are the best and the salad was super tasty! Everything was excellent and the servers were friendly and helpful. read more

Best burger spot in Phoenix hands down. Amazing vibe, good music and even better food. Would be cute for a date night or even hang out with friends. Will be back to sit at the bar and try some cocktails! read more

Bad Jimmy's - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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This spot is such a gem. Cool, relaxed interior that gives futuristic old school diner vibes. I had the special which was a hatch chile burger that was absolutely delicious. Fries were seasoned to perfection and perfectly delicious. A little pricey for a smash burger which is why I did 4 instead of 5 stars but you can always expect that in downtown Phoenix. Service was quick and polite. I'll be back :) read more

Bad Jimmy's - Hatch chile burger - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Good vibes & quality burgers! Whenever I go to LA I love to get a colossal burger. This definitely made me feel like I was in Cali ! The music and decor is very chill old school Cali diner vibes! It was so cute. The LA burger did NOT skimp on the pastrami and the meat was very good quality. The waffle fries were well seasoned and fried to perfection. The service was amazing and the food came out so fast! read more

Bad Jimmy's - LA burger & fries - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I don't think I've had a smashburger before so I was looking forward to trying this place out. We came on a Friday before beating the crowd especially since we had two little ones with us. We were able to find a table to accommodate us. It is a small space and they have an outdoor area which I'm not sure how that'll be with the summer now here. The burger itself was pretty good but was it amazing? No. Vibe wise: I liked the old school feel to the space. The staff was great and accommodating, although I'm not sure if I could consider this a family friendly establishment given that the music was so loud. It is a great option for the downtown area though but glad I got to finally try it. read more

I've never had a smash burger before and it was bomb. I saw this place on TikTok and thought to give it a try. I love that the menu is simple and it reminds me of an old school diner. We had the classic double burger with cheese and fries. The patty was so crispy but not too heavy or light. Paired with the bread and cheese it was mouthwatering. The service was great and is a great day or night spot for a casual meal. read more

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Bad Jimmy's is convenient and fast place to get your burger fix. Burgers were moist and flavorful. It hits the spot. The cross cut fries were really yummy! Nice and crunchy and soft. The employees were very friendly. Highly recommend!! read more

Bad Jimmy's - Double burgers with fries - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This was a great place to grab a quick burger between activities. Fantastic smash burgers, great music, and comfy bar seating.

Great grub after an evening of museums and dancing. I chose the Double Double, side of fries and a coke: WHOA!! The burger was juicy, smashed to perfection with grilled onions, gooey cheese and not so secret sauce, all between a soft bun. The waffle fries were seasoned to perfection, hot and crispy - I gobbled half before jumping into my burger. Decent sized portion for sharing too. Fast service and the lighting + music made the experience feel like a cool dive spot. I'll be back for sure! read more

Bad Jimmy's - Double-double with waffle fries - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

What a fun burger joint! Ducked off the beaten path - we stopped in for some burgers for a mid afternoon lunch. We got a couple doubles (12) and one LA burger (15) and some fries (5) and the slab salad (9) and all of it was super yummy. The slab salad is heavy blue cheese as a heads up - may not get that one again. But everything else was tasty!! You order at the start then they bring your food out to you. Ambiance was cute and we enjoyed dining in. We will be back for sure. read more

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--- **Food/Drinks** Double Burger w/ added chopped chilis - solid smash burger with a great sauce. The chopped chilis added some heat. Maybe best in AZ? Maybe I'm a sucker for hype? Waffle fries w/ ranch - beef tallow fried, and they make their own ranch dressing which always adds an extra 0.5 stars to any review, that's the rules. Midori Sour - tasty, a little on the smaller side, but pretty strong! Cocktail bar quality in a burger joint. They've got beer too- --- **Aesthetic** Retro diner vibe, whole inside & patio are washed with neon lighting. Counter serve joint (have to order food and alcohol separately). Inexplicable sopranos pinball machine right at the front door, but it's a vibe. Got there at 6:30pm on a Friday and the inside seating & bar were already full. Grabbed a spot on their small outside patio. Even at close-to-max capacity, the food came quick and there wasn't a long wait at the bar. --- **Affordability** The burger was priced at around $12 which is like McDonald's prices in this economy. Quality way surpassed the price, more than worth it. Cocktails were $15, which is standard cocktail bar pricing, but also worth the price. --- **Return Factor** Would come back in a heartbeat. They also opened up a Scottsdale location recently. They run daily specials- Friday night's was a green chile burger. I've seen on their instagram great looking wing nights, and one night had a strawberry burrata dish w/ basil & olive oil. --- read more

Probably my favorite burger in phoenix. I used to think bad jimmy's was overrated but I'm a convert now--I love everything they do. The burgers are very thin and griddled with a delicious crust. You can add bacon for extra if you like. There are two styles (in n out style with special sauce or mustard and ketchup). Fries are waffle with some kind of delicious seasoning. The bar is totally optional but their drinks are really tasty, best I've had so far is probably the sexyy red. Service is always nice and fast. I expected hipster-ass bullshit and the music is always loud but no one ever has ever made me feel unwelcome. In fact, they've been super accommodating. read more

Was craving a burger and this place was fantastic . They are smash burgers that are smashed as much as they can be . They had a fantastic crust and were perfectly seasoned . They are a little expensive but who cares when they are that good ! Loud atmosphere but a great vibe read more

Bad Jimmy's - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Bad Jimmy's got some of the BADDEST burgers in town, and I mean that in the best way! Decided to check this spot out after watching a friend's DJ set. First thing to note: the vibes are right. This place has some great music and an energetic atmosphere, which was welcomed after already having a couple drinks in the system. Second thing to note: the menu. The food menu is pretty straightforward, it has the American classics and that's about it. It's also a bit on the pricey side. You might be hesitant to pay those Five Guys prices. You might even be a little reluctant after receiving a burger that has far less trimmings than a Five Guys burger. I can assure you any reluctance or doubt that you might have will instantly vanish once you take a bite of one of their DELICIOUS burgers. I'm actually salivating just thinking about it. The cheeseburger is so simple and yet it's done to perfection. The criss cut fries are good and seasoned quite well (maybe it's just salt,I don't know), but the true star of the show is the smash burger. The drinks also lean toward the pricey side but you will not be disappointed. They are some of the best tasting drinks in town. Bad Jimmy's is awesome but the price point makes it an occasional visit rather than a regular one. I get it, it cost money to keep the lights on in DTPHX, and honestly, I have no problem supporting a local business. Bad Jimmy's, you're doing a great job. read more

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Today the Arizona Republicans food section rated Bad Jimmy's down town as one of the best burger places in downtown! Today I tried their Classic Double with cheese i can tell you it was the worst burger I have ever had! considering i was Charged $26.00 for a burger, french fries and a drink! Way over priced for a bad burger I will never take recommendations from the Republic on their food again read more

Bad Jimmy's is my favorite burger spot in the downtown area. The quality of food and service is consistent and I haven't found a smash burger spot that compares. A double burger (add bacon) finished with some of their amazing vanilla custard - add olive oil and sea salt - is the go-to. Don't think twice about this spot, you won't regret it! The only downside is that they don't do online orders so we always have to wait for our food and I usually get it to go. Otherwise, I love this spot. read more

They make good smash burgers and fries - I appreciated the simple menu. 4/5 because the price is a bit high considering what you could get from a competitor for a few dollars less. read more

Not to bad burger spot grate flavor nice and crispy edges on the meat cheese was perfectly melted bead was fine definitely a dinner burger all the staff was super friendly I would go back if I was in the area read more

Bad Jimmy's - Double burger - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Not the best but not horrible, it's like In n out with a bar. Very small menu which is fine, order at the counter like fast food, not many places to sit inside. Pricey. 1st look at the burger made me question if it was good or not and if i had actually ordered beef, imo it did not look like something you'd drool over, get past the 1st bite and it's ok. Could only eat 1/2, could literally taste the huge amount of sodium.probably a good hangover burger. Loved the fries. read more

Bad Jimmy's - Double cheeseburger $12 not including fries. - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

So I came here for the first time with my little sister who loves a good burger. I heard there was a vegetarian burger and was willing to be a dirty vegan that day. I had heard from a few people that the food was good and "good" was honestly an understatement. I haven't had waffle fries (really any fries lately) that have made me sit and question everything I've tried prior lol. They were seasoned and fried to perfection. The burger was also really good, I'm not a fan of mustard so I had them remove it and add their not so secret sauce. Loved it! So much that I came back for another burger a week later lol. They'll definitely be seeing me more often. read more

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Best burger I've had in AZ. Small menu but everything was very solid. Fries with homemade ranch is a must. Also the addition of fun cocktails really elevates the experience. read more

Worth the drive into downtown and the unpredictable parking! Lol The crispy, flaky edges of the beef patties are something that must be experienced, if you are a burger fan! No weird aioli's or sautés, just a great classic burger. Outdoor/patio seating in the back of the restaurant, so you don't have to leave smelling like a short order cook ‍ read more

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Best burger in Phoenix and maybe AZ. I came in on a Monday night and the feeling of the place was kind of like a club with really good food. There were people in the restaurant industry chilling here like chef Rene Andrade whos opening up some of the hottest spots-I was literally chilling with him lol. Anyways the burgers were super smashed thin and crispy. The components of the smashburger double were perfect and I was super satisfied by my double. I'd go here again any days over in n out for a burger in AZ! read more

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LOVED this new joint that I was lucky to find via another one of my favorite restaurants Instagram pages! So happy I finally got to try today because I will be back. The menu is super simple with hit or miss specials until they sell out. When we went for lunch today, only their regular menu was available which is 3 burger options, a few side options, and a soft serve ice cream option. My family got two classic doubles (one plain for my kiddo even though it said no modifications, which I appreciate since he wouldn't have eaten otherwise), one double burger which had the most amazing stringy grilled onions and special sauce, plus fries. The burgers are smashed burgers and were perfectly cooked. They were still juice with the yummy crispness around the edges. The potato buns were a nice sweet touch too. The fries are freakin delicious and are actually a nice addition to the burger if you run out of toppings in your last few bites. The fries are crispy waffle fries and are very beautifully seasoned. Texture was insane (not a single soggy fry in our three orders). They have a full bar here and the bartender was insanely knowledgeable. I was struggling to pick so he did offer to make me anything if I told him what I liked. I wanted to try a menu item for my first time so I went with the pagu drink (gin based). This drink was light refreshing and poured generously. My cousin got the bikini drink (rum based and it was so pretty plus it came with a fun little gummy treat). All in all everything was great and I loved the old school diner vibes with the spray paint art alley patio. It's a touch pricey but I can't wait to come back. The only reason it's not getting 5 stars is the difficulty knowing what is and isn't on the menu (specials or not, didn't know they had a drink menu until we asked specifically, etc.). I'm sure it'll adjust to 5 in the future. read more

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Came for some wings and beer, and 6 wings and one porter later I was out $26. I knew the cheap food of yonder years had flown the coup decades prior, nesting in urban centers where suburban flight transitioned through the cul-de-sac of gentrification and hipster cafes. When $8 is a comfortable amount for a latte, $3 a taco becomes the norm and apparently now the going rate for a single wing. The place was hopping with folks who apparently have the means, not just for themselves, but for entire families, to drop the amount of a week's worth of groceries on the treasured grilled and deep fried cuisine here. I imagine they all had silk underwear as they did and returned home to their Egyptian cotton duvets from trying this exotic food from Buffalo, New York and Hamburg, Germany. I must admit the wings were quite meaty, though maybe not from chicken, but some exotic bird only recently discovered in the basin of some Amazon forest. The sauce and seasoning were quite exceptional, perhaps hand selected from the Grand Bazaar, and shipped along ancient transatlantic channels on the backs of highly trained dolphins. If not for the price I would give them a 4.5 out of 5, but alas this working class fellow can only afford 3. I must retire now to purchasing wings from Costco and seasoning them with my peasant spices. I will carry my sorrow into the $25 and 40 minutes it will take to have 70 wings, that while not quite 4.5 stars, will have to suffice my squalor's life. read more

Don't even know where to begin with this one! Our Bad Jimmy's experience was anything but bad! It was my birthday and I had been hearing buzz about/wanting to go here for a while. I came with 4 friends and had the best time. The service was incredible from the start. Every server felt like we were their friend. So kind and laid back. The food was unreal. Soooooo good. We all got different burgers and fries. The fries were incredible (and obviously so was the burger). Also random but probably the best ranch I've ever had?? We also tried the house made root beer and I've never had anything like it. It was incredible. We ended up staying and hanging out for a while and decided to get the vanilla soft serve with olive oil and salt. My sister said she was so mad because she lives out of town and is going to be constantly thinking about getting that ice cream again and won't be able to. It was SO GOOD. We talked to the chef all about the ingredients he uses and he was just so kind and wonderful to us. We got there around 6:30 and it was already super good vibes. They had fun music playing loudly and their branding and ambiance is 10/10. BAD JIMMY'S was a GOOD NIGHT. Definitely going back. read more

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Really cool little neighborhood spot, great place to meet the neighbors and take a load off. Food is fantastic and the vibes are always immaculate. The staff is super friendly and make a fun environment! read more

Totally tubular spot! Burgers rock, fries are righteous, and the wedge salad is, like, totally rad. Fresh vibes, staff's cool, and the tunes? So gnarly! Full bar for maximum awesomeness. Need merch ASAP - it'd be, like, totally boss. read more

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I was super excited to try this place since I'm a big fan of Smashburger--it's one of my all-time favorites! Unfortunately, my enthusiasm took a hit as soon as I walked in. I decided to sit at the bar, but the bartender's attitude didn't help. When I asked about the drink options, he just shrugged and said, "It's whatever we have here," while pointing at the bottles. I really wanted to like this place, but the customer service was a letdown read more