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    Big Earl's Greasy Eats

    4.0 (596 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    BIG EARL'S GREASY EATS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    HoyMay P.

    I went to Big Earl's to grab a cheeseburger. The place is small with friendly staff. Mostly outside seating. The cheeseburger was juicy and cooked just right; medium rare. It was a good sized burger. The bun got exchanged to potato bread which tends to be a little more flavorful than your regular bun. A very satisfying lunch. Napkins needed for the juicy tendencies of the meat. Parking in back of the restaurant.

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    Leanne M.

    Customer service was amazing. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. It is fun to sit outside, rather rustic which adds to the experience and atmosphere Saturdays they do family movies The burgers are great and the fries next level. Seriously good milkshakes Next door is an old fashioned candy store.

    Honestly one of the BEST burgers and fries and shake we've had in a while! Both me and my fiancee absolutely loved it! And servers were super sweet

    Cheese curds + caramel sauce = Funnel Cake?!
    Dawna H.

    Hear me out: cheese curds + caramel sauce = funnel cake?! Yes, you read right! While in town scoping out a possible wedding venue, we stopped at Big Earl's for dinner. Our hostess introduced us to this twist as she learned it by someone from Wisconsin. Oh man, what a mind trip! But, if crazy combo foods aren't your thing, Big Earl's has patty melts, hot dogs, and, plenty of burger options to please any palate. Don't forget the shakes! There's limited indoor seating, plenty of outdoor seating (misters and yard games to keep everyone cool and entertained). Next door is a charming candy store with so many choices. They also sell shirts and hoodies to show off your trip.

    Fried Chicken Sandwich

    Memorial Day brought swarms of people to Greasy Earls of Cave Creek! I ordered by phone and GRACE was terrific. So calm, cool, & collected...My husband picked up our fried chicken & swiss/mushroom chicken sandwiches! He said the place was full of people everywhere; and, Grace with her crew managed the situation like champions! Kudos to Grace & the crew...GREAT JOB, WELL DONE!

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    Andrea M.

    I am addicted to the Jewel of the Creek salad, so good. Burgers are good and the breakfast burritos are huge and delicious. This place is a fun and family friendly restaurant that we frequent.

    Bill T.

    Always relish a return to Big Earl's! Love me a tasty burger, and Biggy's the deal! Enjoy the retro 50's diner vibes!

    Big Earl burger with green chile, fries and a Dale's pale ale.
    Joe F.

    The Big Earl's Burger with Green Chile might be might favorite Burger in town. I come out to Cave Creek to play golf a couple times a year and this place is always my go to place for a bite to eat when I'm done on the course. Being from NM, it's always great when I can find a place that serves up Hatch Green Chile on anything. Big Earl's does it right and I will continue to come back for more!

    Carly M.

    Such a cute unique restaurant! It's an old fashion gas station made into a fun restaurant. Most of the seating is outdoors but they did have limited indoor seating. My Dad got a peanut butter milkshake but when asked if it was made with real milk I was told it was a premade mix. They had all kinds of menu items one would expect from a "greasy eats " place. There's a cute candy shop next to the restaurant. Being gluten free I did not eat there. I didn't see any options for me. A fun place to hang out.

    Bella T.

    Absolutely love this place!! It has a small town feel and eating here made me feel like I was in a Hallmark Christmas movie. They have the cutest Christmas decorations and very friendly staff. I ordered Big Earl's burger with no onions and it was seriously amazing! It comes with a "secret" Cajun sauce. I don't typically like spicy things, but the sauce gave the burger extra extra flavor. We also tried out the AZ prickly pear lemonade and that was delicious! We came in here on a Saturday after doing some hiking in the area, and this place hit the spot. We were pretty hungry when we got here but left very satisfied! This restaurant is located on the main road and has its own parking lot. p.s. We also ordered the cheese curds which were great. I'd highly recommend them because you get a really big portion!

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    Bryce B.

    Classic Americana. Built from an old gas station, Big Earl's is a fun vibes kind of place. Great for a quick family outing and good food, I'd recommend this place to any of my friends.

    Cuban sandwich ham bbq meat pickles with cheese with homemade ranch dressing bread is toasted ordered tater tots
    Michelle M.

    Atmosphere was comfortable it was ambience. The weather was warm but the cool misters definitely kept it cool the food was delicious. The service with a smile.

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    People who worked there were very nice; the food was average. Burger was good. Fries over-cooked. Be prepared to sit outside.

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    A Quaint outdoor gas station setting ... great hamburgers and not greasy. We have been coming here for years when we visit Cave Creek.

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    Big Earls never disappoints, the only negative it's getting too busy great value and good food.

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