Solid burger and fries. Hits the old fashioned burger vibes and parking is decently available

I've probably driven past Burger Bar 100 times, and I finally decided to give it a try. It's an old-fashioned burger place... it opened in 1953. It's the kind of place people went to before fast-food chains wiped out local burger stands. The place has a huge parking lot - a bit plus in downtown San Jose. The menu lists all the things you can order... no pictures, frills. It's surprisingly long: burgers, fish and chips, tacos, breakfast sandwiches, jalapeno poppers, and a lot more. There was a bit of a line when I got there, and everyone seemed to be regulars - they knew the menu and knew what they wanted to order. My server was friendly and helpful - she answered a couple of questions for me. The order took a few minutes. Everything is cooked to order, so I didn't mind at all. Sadly, there is no indoors seating, and the outdoor tables are right on the street (rather than the parking lot side of the building). It was hard to talk over the traffic noise. I got a deluxe cheeseburger, fries, and a shake; my friend got a chicken sandwich, fries, and an ice tea. My burger was very good - not GREAT, but certainly tasty and satisfying. The milkshake was really good. My friend said he chicken sandwich was tender, but a little bland. Sadly, we both agreed that the fries were awful. They were limp, greasy, and soggy. Just maybe the worst I've ever had. The whole meal came to $26, which seems like a good deal for the amount of food we got. I'd like to go back and try some of the other menu items, but the fries were a real turn-off, and the seating situation made the eating experience pretty unpleasant. I think a lot of local people stop by and get their orders to go. I like supporting independent restaurant, especially businesses that have been around for decades. I really wanted to love this place! But in the end, it turned out to be just OK. read more

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You get what you pay for here. Solid burger okay fries and a fresh soda, all for much less than most burger spots in the south bay. It does have that great classic drive in style still in tact and its been a staple of san jose since 53' so you gotta try it at least once. I've been a couple times and service is hit or miss lately. Feels like the kind of spot that would take around 5 minutes to get your grub but I waited around 15 to order and another 30 to get my food and they forgot my cheese to boot! They fixed the issue quickly at least. read more

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Was really craving a burger joint and chanced upon burger bar on DoorDash. Menu is pretty advanced with options you wouldn't normally see: fish and chips, nachos, chicken sandos on top of the actual variety of burgers. I opted for the chilli cheese nachos and they did not disappoint. Perfect snack size. read more

Burger Bar - Burgers Near Me - San Jose, California

Had an old school burger joint craving and finally checked out the "historic" Burger Bar (Historic is in the Yelp description and I'm all about trying legacy places to eat). Sadly, I wasn't blown away. Bacon Cheeseburger was a bit small. Onion Rings so so. Root beer float - just ok. Considering the price it wasn't too bad. Wasn't too busy but the wait for the food took a while. Very friendly staff (family owned?) I'll probably try another spot before driving over to the South First area. The place is located in a slightly seedy area so if that bothers you then you might try a different area. I don't have a problem with it as often it's where great food lives. Also, if you're driving around rush hour access into the parking lot is tough. The entrance is off of Goodyear which becomes Keyes when it crosses S. First. Best to take Goodyear and make an easy right turn into the large parking lot. The access off S First was chained off. read more

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Are you serious 5 burgers for 9.99? They must be a small and cheesy, Im here to tell you they are legit. we opted for the 5 cheeseburgers, They reminded me of childhood block parties where you would roll up on a neighbor's house and they would hand you a no frills delicious burger with the perfect amount of Mayo and relish. The staff are friendly and fast. IM sure this spot gets hella busy so be patient. Plenty of lot parking on a busy street. Ig you want a treat that won't break the bank make your way over to this spot. read more

Burger Bar - Burgers Near Me - San Jose, California

I drive by this place all the time, finally decided to try it. The food was ok, nothing spectacular. For what I paid, it was a decent amount. However, the food made me sick. I got a burger, chili fries, corn dog and a root beer float. I shared the fries with my co workers. I took 2 bites and was not a fan. The corn dog was decent. I liked that it was crispy however it tasted like it had been fried in OLD oil. Burger was super bland and dry. I think I got sick from the burger. I didn't have enough fries or corn dog, and my co worker didn't get sick. The burger gave me a massive heart burn which resulted in me puking. The cashier was not very welcoming, she had this permanent stank face, when she repeated back the order, I couldn't even hear her. She rolled her eyes every time I asked her something. No smile, nothing. But I guess given the area it comes with the territory. read more

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Definitely one of those quantity (and cost efficiency) over quality. Spacious parking and outdoor seating. We went here in the early afternoon in May and it was definitely a bit chilly and windy. There were a couple other parties there ordering and eating, but nowhere near crowded. There was enough seating. We got the: 1) Bag of Burgers: -This is 5 burgers with mayo and relish. -It's crazy to see that this used to be $7, but is now around $12-ish, but that's what inflation and the everchanging world does. -They're decent and solid burgers. A bit flatter and smaller, but the sauce does add a bit of sweetness to it and combats the slight dryness. -Great for a quick snack meal to get you going until the next main meal. 2) Family Fries: -This is a huge amount of fries that fills up a fairly large paper bag. -Definitely needs sauce and I feel like they come out pre-soggy. -It's a junky food if you need extra carbs with your fast food or are craving fries, but I'd honestly skip this massive order since they're so soggy and we had to eventually toss it unless you have a group or as the name suggests, an entire family to eat it. Overall, Burger Bar fulfills the gastronomical niche it needs to. read more

This is a very well priced establishment with exceptional food items. I mainly go for the bag of burgers and fries and sometimes the jalapeño poppers depending if I want a little spice during my day. read more

Almost $15 for a deluxe cheeseburger combo w/ shake upgrade. Fulfills the need for a McDonald's like burger, pretty good unremarkable 1/4 pound burger. Fries aren't perfectly crispy but still good, kind of like how in n out fries used to be. Shake was 11/10-I think they blended canned strawberries, giving it a great texture and flavor. read more

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A delicious on frills cheese burgers rainy day. The service was friendly. Taste of nostalgia. read more

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This has become my go to place in san jose! The bag of cheeseburgers is only 14 bucks for 5, a nice. Helping of onion rings and the milkshakes are amazing. It's a walk up establishment with a few tables to enjoy your food so as far as ambiance, it depends on what is going on outside, but the service is quick and friendly . Definitely a place I'd recommend for a quick bite... not necessarily a place for romance dinners...lol read more

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I've been eating their burgers since I was 4 years old. It's under new management now so their burgers don't taste the same, but they're still good for the price. Their BBQ steak sandwiches are good too. That's my favorite. read more

The Burger Bar, although a burger place, does not serve the best burgers. They are serviceable for the price, but I would recommend other options. I tried a bacon cheeseburger, onion rings, jalapeno poppers, a corn dog, and a shake . I'd recommend all but the burger. I have not had a chance to try and chicken items yet, but they are high on my list. read more

I love the fried chicken! Plenty of food for a reasonable price. The chicken is hot and juicy, and very flavorful!!

Burger bar wasn't anything special besides the length of time the place has been in SJ. The burgers in my opinion were not tasty at all but the milkshakes on the other hand were very delicious. The burger lacked flavor and was very dry. The burgers are also are inexpensive and would be great maybe after a late night coming home from the bar. I don't have a desire to go back but glad I got to try them. read more

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Burger Bar - A Certified Hood Classic Welcome back to another episode of Trash Dining, where we dive deep into the greasy underbelly of comfort food--and today's feature is none other than a San Jose staple: Burger Bar. Five burgers with cheese and relish maybe for $12. Yes, you heard that right. But a word of advice--don't call the takeout lady and ask for "five orders of bags of burgers." She'll kindly correct you. Just say you want one order. Now the burger? Imagine a Wienerschnitzel burger and a McDonald's cheeseburger had sex and made a baby. That baby is the Burger Bar burger. (Shout out to the Pineapple Express reference--James Franco would be proud.) The fries? Skinny, a little shoe-stringy, and can best be described as... limp. Like, "Ed couldn't get it up" kinda limp. You get it. But for what it is? Burger Bar is a certified hood classic. Don't come expecting truffle aioli or wagyu anything--come for the nostalgia, the deal, and the bite of something that's been keeping the block fed for years read more

Yeah I've been driving past this place for years thinking it was a ghetto, run down burger spot, but I was always intrigued by the mystical sign advertising "Burgers 5 for $9.99". One day, I finally tried it. Let's get into it. The low price is not false advertisement. The food here is actually all super cheap. You can get the advertised 5 for $9.99, or upgrade to cheeseburgers for 5 for 12.99. You can also get a bag of fries for a couple dollars, and other miscellaneous items for cheap. It kinda reminds me of mom & pop burger spots like Classic burgers of Los Gatos, or Happy Hound, but much cheaper. The quality of the food is admittedly not great, but it's not terrible either. I'd compare the burgers to McDonald's. They're about as big as a McDonald's cheeseburger (so not very big), but they taste a lot better. They remind me of a backyard cookout burger, the patty has a smoky grilled flavor to it, and they slather relish on it, which tastes pretty good imo. The fries here were trash, I wouldn't order them again. In regards to venue and ambiance, there's a small outdoor seating area with tables/benches with umbrellas. Parking is OK, just don't miss the turn! Looking back, Burger Bar sells really cheap burgers that are actually not that bad. It's cheaper than most fast food spots, and arguably better. Enough talk. Watch my video review here: https://youtu.be/rMc9FxVIgn0 read more

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Last time I ate here was over 10 years ago.Legendary spot. The bag of burgers has always been a solid deal and good service over all! Maybe my tastebuds have matured over the years but I really struggled with that sweet relish ketchup in the burger. And i got a double cheeseburger so that made the beef more noticeable and I have to say, the beef patties were a little dry and not the best tasting.but it was not bad either. kind of reminded me of a dryer Salisbury steak minus the gravy. But I still respect this spot. The fries were good and they give ALOT for the family size! Also got a breakfast sandwich and it was delicious! The bacon was cooked perfectly and crispy! I would definitely still eat here again but will probably opt for removing the relish and just stick to ketchup! I do also want to try their nuggets, taco, burrito, fish sandwich, and chicken sandwich! I hope this place keeps going! read more

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I've driven past this place more than a few times and have been curious for months. Finally made my way there and it did not disappoint. Food: the burgers are good. They have a sauce on them that's delicious. They taste fantastic. The fries are really good! Sprinkle a little salt and man, are they addictive. I was surprised at how much fries was given. It balanced out the smaller burger. Service: run of the mill. Nothing bad, nothing amazing. Ambiance: it's at the corner of a busy-ish street so there's that. Otherwise, we enjoyed seating outside and eating in relative peace. It's a great burger, amazing fries, and an excellent price point. If you haven't made your way there yet, it's worth the trip read more

This place is in institution. The bag of burgers is still such a great deal in this economy. Their shakes are so good. Their fries are perfect. Their bbq steak sandwich is outstanding. Their tacos are better than jack in the box'. In short it's all good everything. Service eh let's just say they ain't the fastes like they used to back in the day but they are fresh. Outside they have done a lot of work and added new seating but I prefer taking it to go. Not the friendliest of neighborhoods read more

I was in the area Stop by the other day to get my fix Barbecue steak sandwich Fries Root beer read more

Since I was a kid in the 60's and mom would get us a bag of burgers & fries I have been coming here! A burger with mayo & relish is just genius and delicious. Can't come back to visit without getting a burger (or a bag ) and never disappointed. read more

If you are looking for a lower priced, small, cheap meat, no frills burger, this is the spot. I had a regular burger. You get what you pay for at about $3-4. I was in a bit of a hurry, so it worked for the job. Reminded me of a McDonalds burger back in the day that was under a dollar. So it has that going for it. I won't be going back. read more

My buddy and I's First time here, we ordered a bag of cheeseburgers (5 per bag, ~ 13 bucks for cheese ones) , a churro, fruit punch (I saw refills for 0.60 cents I think?) , family size fries, onion rings, and a bean and cheese burrito. I love how they fill the bag of fries to the top and they are more of a thinner softer fry I loved them but they were a bit too salty. Burger patty was like an inch smaller than the bun but I liked it, no frills but still satisfying. I would say that they're not the biggest but they're still filling. I was left wishing that the meat actually fit the size of the bun but maybe I just got unlucky.I loved the fruit punch!! Not too sweet either. The bean and cheese burrito had a crispy tortilla which was great and the beans were tasty and it was exactly the flavor I was craving out of a bean and cheese burrito! Onion rings are standard and not too salty which I appreciated. Finally, the churro. I wouldn't get it again unless I knew for a fact it was fresh because it was kinda dry and hard. The person taking my order was very pleasant and we did not wait much for our orders even though there were quite a few people which I can always appreciate. I will definitely be bringing other people to try this spot, because I really enjoyed my visit. there's such a vast menu left for me to try and so many options, it was hard to choose! Excited to go back! read more

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The food was amazing 5 burgers for 10$ is a deal !! Service was nice and fast didn't have to wait long for food.

They will try to make u pay more if u order online. They need to fix the system because apparently if u order a bag of burger and try to add bacon to them itll say 1.50$ but when u show up they say its 1.50 per burger and thats never happened to me before so dont come here they'll try to scam u for some mediocre food. Why would i pay an extra 6$ for some bacon when they put one little half strip anyway? read more

I thought this place is going to be terrible but oh man, I was so wrong. After years of riding the bus pass here or just driving by I finally got a chance to have a look myself. Turns out the food is not too bad. I was thinking of getting a burger or food item that doesn't fill me well but I was wrong again. Normally when I think of burgers, I am like "hey don't forget the fries" but not here because half a burger along with some snacks are strangely very filling. This place is a Santa Clara County treasure so please try it at least once if you live in the county. Service is a bit slower than chain burger joints but quicker than In N Out. So that's a plus there. Drawback: Due to the age of this joint, please use the bathroom beforehand otherwise it will be super tough here. read more

For the price just about the best burger you can get! Fast service , and good food. Would definitely recommend

Family review ehhh me I loved the cheeseburger without relish! Yum overall my family didn't reallly like while me I rate it a 3.5 stars

Parking is great. Only downside is be careful if you have a lowered vehicle, there's a double dipped gap going in and out. Not sure why they closed the entrance on Monterey. Food is fresh to made. The fries are LITERALLY like in and outs except you get much much more. The colossal burger is COLOSSAL. No joke. It might be the biggest burger I've had in a very long time for just $10. If I'm guessing, id say it's 6-7 inches in diameter. Very very filling. Also got the bag of cheeseburgers. Tastes exactly like McDonald's dollar menu except made fresh and probably better ingredients. As of 2021, they were 5 for $12. Are you going to get a gourmet styled burger? Definitely not. Are you going to get as if you were going to a cookout? Absolutely. Protect this hidden San Jose gem! read more

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I love this place I've been going to this place since the late 80s when my mother used to walk us everywhere I love their burgers the tacos one of the best grilled cheese I ever had I love the fries I love the variety I hope it never goes away now I have fun memories with my kids and one day with my grandkids read more

The food was great and the price was even better. This is a good place to come if you're looking to get a local burger for a good price. Service is quick and employees are on it ! read more

Amazing burger amazing fries and an even better price. If u want a good tasting meal but don't want to break the bank burger bar got u.

Solid fast food. You order, they make it, you get it. No frills no thrills. Obviously this isn't gourmet food but for the prices you CANT beat a place like this!! Been coming here for YEARS and will continue to do so read more

been living here 40 years and never been here, came here for the first time today with my wife and spent $50+ with tip and they forgot 2 of my items AND my chilli fries. The funniest part of all? there was a person next to me at the pickup line who was only there because they forgot 2 of his items too and I still forgot to double check my food lol so please check your food read more

I don't know what's going on with some y'all bitchin that a $3.50 burger is not Michelin star quality. You can't beat the prices and ample parking. This is a solid cheap burger hangout. read more

"Like an Old A&W Hamburger Stand--Just Needs Richie and the Fonz." While I was waiting for the beer pub to open, I looked for a burger place, and found this one close by. There's plenty of parking in the rear. One orders at one window, and picks up at another. My order was taken quickly and delivered quickly. Perhaps the best feature of this little restaurant is the cheap prices. I ordered a deluxe burger and a chocolate shake and it was about $8. The burger was actually very tasty. The chocolate shake was typical-- like a McDonald's shake. For some reason, this place reminds me of those old A&W food shacks. Very spartan. I did not feel comfortable sitting in their little seating area. I wanted to keep an eye on my car, which had my bike in it. While I was eating, one of those people with the signs pleading for money came up to order. While waiting for his order to be delivered, he asked me for money. This happens to me a lot. I have a face that just screams, "gullible." On the other hand you have to hand it to him--he's making efficient use of his time. His sign said that he needed a few thousand dollars for a car. I wasn't sure what make or model of car he was looking for. The sign did not specify. I'm pretty sure he wants a convertible. So just an okay visit overall. Decent food but terrible location. If you see the guy with the need-money-for-car sign, tell him I said hello. And ask him what kind of car he wants. read more

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This place always slaps! Aside from being an iconic location in SJ it brings out the retro vibes. Hope this place can stay around it's definitely an underrated spot!! read more

So I ordered to go from here and got a 1/2 pound burger which my mom really enjoyed. I got myself 3 chicken sandwiches which were just regular dry patties nothing interesting or good. And then the chili bean fries which were very good. I expected more from the chicken burgers like they have at chic fil a but otherwise everything else was good. I especially liked the chili fries but it upset my stomach (like most chili will after ). Overall very good burgers I would stay away from the chicken burgers though as it's not worth the money. read more

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