After waiting 25 minutes for a simple burger, I had to leave and get back to work. I lost that money! The front counter guy was working hard. They needed more staff. this is a fast food place or if they don't want to be, maybe earn me that it's going to take that long. read more

Huge menu, huge Burger selection, the Giant Burger is awesome (sometimes I get it with mushrooms) They're Burger in a basket is a large amount of fries. Been coming here for years read more

Called in for a pick up. They said it would be 10min! Fries are awesome! Burger is fantastic!! I could do without the burger sauce but it's not bad, just not used to this sauce being in every burger I've had in the PNW. LOL And even though I didn't use it, they have a great dining area too! Clean and bright inside. New hours, 10am-10pm read more

Burger Basket - Big cheese burger and fries. - Burgers Near Me - Salem, Oregon

These burgers are huge and fresh and cooked to order. For 50+ years they are doing something right!! The reviews requesting salt or a smashed burger or cute ambiance or whatever just miss the point. Nice family owned small business that cooks delicious food for the community. Support small business and get your burger fix here! read more

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Visited the burger basket on a previous trip so we wanted to check it out again tasty burgers will soft rolls, tasty crispy fries and great milkshakes They even had a black raspberry shake which is hard to find The burgers are thinner but that is fine with me I don't always need a huge burger. Would definitely go back again when In the area read more

Burger Basket - Burger and onion rings - Burgers Near Me - Salem, Oregon

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$2.79 for 20oz coke from a two ltr bottle, very flat! Trouble communicating to staff, language barrier. Asked for it to go and it was rebagged with half amount of fries. Bacon burger bacon was paper thin. Would not recommend. read more

A lot of food for a reasonable price from a family-owned business. Massive cheeseburger that made for two meals and a sprawling mound of curly fries. Recommended. read more

Locally owned and operated, this casual dining establishment has been serving Salem for over 50 years. They offer both dine in or drive through options, either way, you can rest assure your burger will be far superior in taste to the chains cranking them out on an assembly line. Options include 1/4 lb., 1/3 lb., and 1/2 lb USDA Beef burgers with everything on them. Grilled onions and mushrooms also available, just ask in advance. Everything is cooked to order and may take a little longer but the end result is worth the wait. Add a side of fries, onion rings or a freshly made to order shake to round off your dining experience. The dining room is large with lots of tables to accommodate a larger family or group. The retro decor is reminiscent of the 'good 'ole days' and felt welcoming. My observance of regulars stopping in further validated why they've been able to stick around for so long. read more

Amazing! I purchased a large Peanut butter malt to go. $7.99 Very thick peanut butter and malt shake much better and cheaper than Jamba Juice peanut butter moody. read more

We just moved to OR from CO and drove by burger basket on our way to return the rental truck. I was really hoping that this would be a little slice of "home". It's not. It is good, in it's own right, however. I was hoping for more of a smashed patty, but this is traditional burger. I got mine loaded with everything and it was good. The fries are pretty standard, but also tasty. Hubs ordered a butterscotch malt, extra malt.... and BOY did they load it for him!! I never thought I would hear him say it's almost too much malt. haha He enjoyed it, but said that maybe next time he'd just have a regular malt. All in all Burger Basket is good if you're in the area or happen to be driving by. I certainly wouldn't go too far out of the way - it's just a burger. read more

Da*m good cheeseburger! Added a 2nd patty. It is not greasy! Tater tots hot and crispy and again not greasy! Usually burgers and fries or tots need about 20 napkins for face and hands, this time 4! read more

Burger Basket - Sorry! I ate all of it! - Burgers Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Ordered a burger and a child's meal. The child's meal was posted on the menu that it included the chicken, a roll, fries, and coleslaw. We only got the chicken and the fries. The roll and coleslaw never came. She stated they were out of coleslaw and asked if I wanted a small salad and I said that would be fine. And she came back and said that a salad or coleslaw was not included in the children's meal any longer. So we paid for four items in our children's and we only received two items. I pointed to the list above her head that said that those were to be included. We are not pleased. I consider this false advertisement and I told her that. She acted like she could care less and did not even apologize. We will probably not be back, even though we have enjoyed eating here before. The hamburger was very good, but it was a lot smaller than what we expected . The restaurant appeared to be clean, and is in a good location. read more

Despite the opinion of others, our food did not taste microwaved or cold and our drive-thru lady was helpful and nice. Husband's fries were hot, unsalted. Husband's cheeseburger was satisfying. Husband's peanut-butter/banana shake had just the right amount of peanut butter and banana flavor. Husband wasn't fond of the "fry sauce." My onion rings were the freezer kind, but they were hot and tasty. My garden burger was good and I could taste the grain in it, which I liked. read more

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The food was good, nothing to write home about. I ordered a large cheeseburger meal without pickles and onions (there's a digestion issue with both). I will say this about the burger: I enjoy a good smash burger. And it was indeed a smash burger. However, I also expect some seasoning on it. The patty itself was bland when I ate the parts without the cheese and sauce. With the cheese and sauce, the flavor was alright. My biggest issue was a lack of toasted buns on my food. Even fast food joints toast their buns... mine were not. It helps to keep the solidity of the burger and shape to the bun. When I got it out of the rapping, it was falling apart almost immediately, and the bun was smashing in when I grasped it. Also, my fries did not taste salted at all. The service was adequate, nothing too special. Got my food and drink at a reasonable time. Ambiance has this nice old fashioned 70s look with the menu and seating, though sprinkled with 60s imagery. Feels a bit confused to me, but it's alright. Cannot complain about the pricing though. 10 dollars for a cheeseburger meal of the ingredients I got was nothing to scoff at. So I appreciate that. So some advice to the cooks: salt and pepper the burger, salt the fries, and you got a customer for life. read more

This place is a poor quality greasy burger joint. No atmosphere, poorly under cooked food, and the food had no favor. Also our small meal came to over $30. I wanted fried zucchini. read more

Burger Basket - BLT had 2 pieces of rubbery bacon that had to be cooked hours before. - Burgers Near Me - Salem, Oregon

We haven't been here in a few years. The place was immaculate and service was swift and great. We had a hamburger, fries and a garden burger. It is one of our favorite burger stops in The Valley. read more

One of my cousins told me that I needed to check out Burger Basket, and I'm so glad that he did. It's just about perfect! I had a burger, curly fries, and a shake. The burger consisted of a 1/3 pound patty on what may be the softest, freshest bun I have ever had. It came with the basics - lettuce, tomato, pickles, I think onion (?) and thousand island dressing. It was cooked perfectly. I loved that the patty was a little irregular in shape. It seemed pretty clearly to have been hand-formed and reminded me of one you might cook at home. The shake was tasty. They offered a variety of flavors, including some I hadn't seen before, so I tried butterscotch. YUM. However, the absolute highlight of the meal was the curly fries. They came highly recommended by my cousin. I expected a decent sized order, like you might find at a big fast food chain. I was gloriously wrong. It was a huge mound of fries, more than even my prodigious appetite could manage. It was as though the stuff the deep fryer basket to the top with curly-cut potatoes. They were crisp and delicious. I especially loved how the fries were all twisted amongst themselves; I'd try to pick up one and end up with a nest of them. It made me think of fries I have had at a fair. They were perfect! Burger Basket will absolutely be on my must list for future trips to Salem. read more

Best Burger Joint in Salem Always super friendly staff Huge Menu with every kind of "fast food" you can think of- you'll definitely be satisfied and a loyal customer like everyone does after one visit read more

They are fantastic if you walk in. Their drive through takes forever. Their burgers and fries are good and they are clean. They do have a larger menu, if you're looking for something different. They also have their menu online with prices. read more

Food was fucking gross super bland just a really shitty spot to eat got the Philly cheese steak and it taste like shit and the waiter didn't even give me a fort for my food read more

When: Friday May 22, 2019; 11:45 am This is an old school, family run burger joint with tons of nostalgic memorabilia, inside...They are open from 11:00 am to 7:15 pm, Monday thru Saturday and Closed on Sundays...Convenient location on Mission Street, between 24th and 25th Streets, just West of the Salem Airport, with even a Drive Thru window around the building and a small parking lot for dine-in customers. This establishment has a rather extensive menu, but Burger & Fries are their staples...do not look for Gluten Free Buns or Portobello Mushroom Burgers here, because there is none...Lunch Hour can get pretty busy with hard-working blue-collar workers and retired couples from around the area enjoying their meals...During this visit, the dining area was filled, the Drive Thru traffic was steady and the phone kept ringing for take-out orders. read more

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Absolutely the worst service ever. I just sat at one of their drive through windows for several minutes. It's 100* and my dog is with me. I could see inside, they were in there standing at the counter. No customers at the counter. I finally left and there are no cars even in the parking lot. This isn't the first time they've done this either. Difference is I didn't have my dog and went inside. They get 2 stars because their burgers are still good. The attitude from the young girl who takes orders always looks at me like I'm speaking Latin. Apparently asking for no cheese is a really difficult thing to type into the register. They only stay in business because they're a staple in Salem. They know it too, hence the attitude. read more

The food was super yummy, clean restaurant. Friendly and prompt service. I would highly recommend u check this place out. read more

Burger Basket - Home made curly fries - Burgers Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Ordered a "Large Burger" (advertised as 1/3 pound), it's not, in fact the patty is smaller than the 1/4-pound BK Whopper patty (see picture). I ordered, then paid over $10 for the burger and small fry (no drink) and pulled around to the pickup window. I was handed the wrong order, looked in the bag and handed it back. The woman at the window spoke zero English (that's pretty frustrating), another minute went by, I was handed another bag (wrong order again), handed it back in. Another minute went by, finally I was handed my order. Burger tasted good, but very small and not worth $8. No salt on the fries (not even a little), that was also frustrating. read more

Burger Basket - "Large" burger - Burgers Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Consistently amazing burgers, fries and service. We always consider this place a treat when we are in the area. Highly recommended!

The food is ok but the service is awful . 2 times they tell me my card doesn't work so i politely told her they should check their machine because my card works fine everywhere else, she closed the window in my face. I'll never return... I would like to add that I went down the street and my card worked. read more

Best burgers and fries around town! I also love their fry sauce, to die for. Service is great but I only do drive thru.

I love this place since I was young, giant burger is the only burger you want flavor and taste is all in that burger . But I honestly hate the lady that works there . She acts like she owns the place and ever time I go I always order 2 giant burgers and chili fries and once she made them both regular burgers and was rude like it was my fault she misunderstood or like I wasn't wanting to pay the difference . Then after that every now and again she does it again I swear it's on purpose like why would I order a regular burger when the giant burger is only a dollar difference. Today she did it the last time because I will no longer come here again just due to her owners are great people . Sorry for them to have an employee that doesn't care about there business just people she knows. I never make these reviews but I did today service is horrible. read more

Picked up a Giant Bacon Cheeseburger and fries to go. It was ready so fast! Always delicious and filling. I'm happy the fries aren't salted so I can salt them myself. I normally do grilled onions so I tried just regular onions and the burger was so good! read more

Burger Basket - A delicious Giant Burger with all the toppings, grilled onion, cheese and bacon. Also some fries! - Burgers Near Me - Salem, Oregon

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Wow, can we say MICROWAVE. Say it again MICROWAVE. Now if you use a microwave you would think the food would not be cold in the middle. 38.00$ for 2 burgers 2 drinks (small) and 1 onion rings. Soggy rings. Cold burgers. Stay away. read more

Another one living on past reputation of being good. 3 staff working. They were all chatting at a table. Seem to care less if anyone was in there. Food was very blah, luke warm, definitely lacked much care. More expensive, not very clean tables and food not as good as it once was... sad. read more

I don't know if their food is good or not. I waited behind two other cars for at least 20 minutes. When I finally pulled next to the drive up window I sat there for over 5 minutes without any one saying" we'll be right with you" or any response. I decided to drive across the street to Sandwich Express and enjoyed a huge fresh sandwich served quickly and with good service for a fair price. read more

What an interesting place. Growing up in SE salem it's been on my radar since the early 1990's The original sisters still own and operate the place amazingly! Having said that their entire offerings, building and tables, restaurant is stuck in 1992 as is their ingredients! The long waits still result in 30 mins for a couple of burgers. Their prices are now around 12.00 for a burger and just not worth it anymore! read more

I have driven by the Burger Basket in Salem countless times and have always wanted to stop and try their burgers. Today was the day I was going to try their burgers. I ordered a 1/4 lb cheeseburger with fries and a small strawberry milkshake. The wait was about 20 minutes in all. I ordered through the takeout window because I was hoping it would be quick, I was wrong. I got my burger and fries and down the road I go. At the next light I took a bite of a COLD bacon and cheese burger. Okay, because I'm hungry I choke some of it down. I dig into my fries and along with my fries come a LONG BLACK HAIR. At this point I'm completely repulsed and gagging.. I will never eat at the Burger B again and I don't recommend it to anyone else. And the only reason I gave them one star is because they don't have an option to not give them any stars. read more

Stopped at Burger Basket on the way home from the coast. It looked like a retro Burger joint so, why not? Not the best decision. BF had a chili cheeseburger. The meat was overcooked and crispy on the edges. The bun was terrible. It was reminiscent of a hockey puck. Very hard and dry. Could not even bite into it. The chili was OK but very much like Hormel canned chili (and not nearly enough). I had a chili cheese hot dog. The bun was chewy, as if it had been microwaved. We also got some curly fries. They were good but a little on the soggy side. We got a raspberry milkshake. The absolute best part of the meal. Their prices are on the high side. Our meal cost $24+. I don't recommend this Burger place. There must be a better Burger somewhere in Salem. read more

Not very impressed compared to other burger & shake places. Shake had more syrup than ice cream, curly fries had no flavor and the burger tasted decent, but I ordered a cheese burger and received no cheese. Positives: I liked the size of the onion & the fry sauce. Negatives: location is sketchy, no cheese on a cheeseburger and curly fries were cold & unflavored. read more

Food was not worth their high prices or the hassle I had with them with getting my money back! The lady who rang me up ran my card three times (different amounts each time) she kept saying the card wasn't working. I didn't notice the additional charges until that night when I was viewing my bank account. I called the next day and explained the error on their part. They said to come back in over the weekend and the person who could fix it would be in. Went in that Sunday just to be told I had to come back Monday to have it fixed. I don't live in Salem so that wasn't an option for me. After showing proof that I was over charged by their restaurant she still insisted her boss wouldn't be in until then next day. I told her to call her boss as this would need to be fix today as I wasn't driving back to Salem again. She then asked me why the charges were all different... I said that was a great question and I would also like the answer to that.. she finally refunded my money saying "just this one time" I let her know there would never be another time as I would next be back. If you use your card make sure they only charge you once! read more

There are different kinds of burgers for different moods and this is your basic old school burger on a soft white bun. It's a burger shack and just what I was wanting, nothing fancy, nothing grandiose, just hot, fresh, and tasty! I got a 1/3 lbs cheese burger with grilled onions and fries. I love that you can choose between 1/2, 1/3, and 1/4 lbs! I used the drive up and the women were friendly and given that it was cooked to order it was fast! This burger won't change your life, but it will definitely satisfy the burger hankering. read more

The food was fresh and tasty. We ordered three cheeseburgers and fries. The fries were not salted, but they gave us salt in our take out bag. The ladies working there were friendly. It is on the way home from work. I really loved that the burger patties were clearly hand pressed instead of those preformed patties most places have. read more

Best burgers in town hands down!! I went ahead and tried the halibut and shrimp tonight and wasn't disappointed. My family has been coming here for years and the owners have had the same employees which is a great sign to me. read more

Burger Basket - Burgers Near Me - Salem, Oregon