I had only gone to the Escondido location before and decided to try out the Vista location for a bday dinner with friends. I like this location a lot more because it's bigger but both the Escondido and Vista location offer great food and good customer service as well. Ambiance/ music playing 5 stars Cleanliness 5 stars Customer service 5 stars Food 5 stars read more

Burger Bench - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

Tried the Burger Bench in Vista with my friend a week or two ago and it was a great experience all around! The restaurant has a very open feeling, with lots of space and high ceilings. There's a patio, bar area, and table and booth seating. We ordered 3 sliders and onion rings to share. The sliders were 1) mushroom & Swiss, 2) Smokehouse BBQ, and 3) classic cheeseburger. Each of the sliders was unique and very flavorful, with well-seasoned beef patties and recognizable flavor profiles. My favorite was actually the mushroom & Swiss. The onion rings almost stole the show for me, believe it or not. They were some of the best onion rings I've ever had--light and tasteful breading, perfectly succulent onions. The ranch and bleu cheese they use are really nice too. Highly recommend this spot to any and all burger lovers or fans of epic onion rings! read more

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WOW!! I've heard rave reviews about this place, and I finally understand why! It's DELICIOUS! Located in downtown Vista, there's ample free parking nearby. Upon entering, you place your order at the counter, receive a number, and find a seat. The experience is smooth and the staff is incredibly friendly. The prices are moderate, and the wait for our food was surprisingly short. It was cooked to perfection and tasted absolutely amazing! I highly recommend this place and would give it a solid 5/5. read more

Burger Bench - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

I went here on May 3rd, 2025. I like the ordering style but I don't like that need to dash for a table if there is one available if you go with another person or group. The drinks are good and I greatly appreciate that. I ordered the wings, but forgot the flavor and got the green cilantro sauce. I love that green sauce so much! The sliders were good as well. Again, I do not remake which ones, but one had bacon and that was also delicious. I believe I have visited this place at least twice after this one. I'll continue coming here because the green cilantro sauce, good drinks & food. And last time, the girl at the front had her Playlist on and it was great. Banging out 90s so I could sing Britney Spears! read more

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Friendly service, clean ambience and delicious burgers. The staff was also very patient in helping us decide which beer and food to order with great recommendations. I will definitely be back! read more

I've been here twice now. Both on a weekday around lunch and this place has been excellent. The food is delicious the portions are great and the tots are the best I think I've ever had. I wish I wasn't on a lunch break because I would have been able to comment on the beer! The service is self order, but friendly and the food came quick. Each time it's been hot, cooked properly, and subs or exclusions have been correct. I love the feel of this place too! They play GREAT music! The only thing I wish they'd change is the doors inside the women's restroom! Every time I walk in I am caught off guard because it looks like there's people just standing in the dark! See the photo for reference lol. I'll be back when I'm in town! read more

Burger Bench - Women's bathroom. - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

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I've been here twice in the last 6 months. The first time I had their classic burger which was good, about a 7 on a 10 scale. Returned a cple of days ago to find that this time it had only a handful of people in there during peak lunch hours. I now know why. First the big tall guy at the counter had the personality of a rattlesnake and looked like he would rather be in his den than there. He sent the vibe that he could care less about the customer or their satisfaction. Secondly the burgers were small, dry, and lacked taste. The sodas were high in carbonated water and very low in syrup in order to improve profit margins. Soda is already the most profitable thing in any restaurant let alone watering it down. From the number of patrons and my last visit I would guess they aren't going to be around much longer if they don't address these problems. I cannot recommend dining here at all. read more

Celiacs rejoice!!! Burger bench not only has gluten free options but a GLUTEN FREE FRYER!! I am so happy to add a restaurant into my repertoire. The young woman working the cashier was so knowledgeable and helpful and kind about my gluten free requests and helped me navigate cross contact and every condiment. She was very attentive to my needs. I had a classic burger with bacon and truffle tots. The tots are big enough to share. My gluten eating family enjoyed the smokehouse burger and kids sliders. Portions were big, the staff was so friendly and helpful and attentive. The booth was comfortable and the pacing was great. I can't wait to come back!! read more

Burger Bench - Classic burger with bacon and truffle tots all gluten free!! - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

Burger Bench exceeded all my expectations. It's great every time from every angle. The vibe check was perfection: a 2004/2005 playlist (think The Strokes, Jimmy Eat World), the food looked picture perfect and everything was clean. Great service and constantly checked in on our group. Fresh beers and self serve water. Funny bathroom art. My only complaint is the water from the soda machine tasted bad. Looking forward to becoming a regular. read more

Burger Bench - Chicken Wings (5) great and huge - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

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Great burgers!! But a little expensive (overpriced in my opinion). Good location though and friendly staff. read more

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We're so stoked to have Burger Bench in the neighborhood! My husband and I have quickly become addicted to their smokehouse burger -- it's basically a BBQ bacon cheeseburger (like a better Western). We usually pair it with tots or sweet potato fries, and everything hits the spot. It's casual dining where you walk up to the counter to order, so don't expect full table service -- but the food comes out quickly and fresh. Expect to spend around $30 per person, which feels fair for the quality and flavor. If you're craving a great burger in a laid-back setting, Burger Bench is the spot! read more

We were in the area and decided to check out the Vista location since we've been to the Escondido one before and liked it. It was pretty busy that day, but we still got our food quickly, and everything was super tasty. We ordered cheeseburgers (classic!), the slider trio for the kiddos, and I got the Caesar salad, which totally hit the spot. We also tried the chicken wings, and wow, they were juicy, meaty, and had just the right amount of crisp. Even though you order at the counter, the staff was really attentive by bussing tables, and just generally friendly. It's casual, but the service made it feel a step up. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Great burgers, tots, and beer selection. I keep meaning to try the other burgers but the one with an egg on top always calls out to me. Great location downtown Vista, friendly staff. You can also order for the pub next door that does spoken word and other events. read more

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Great food, Outdoor seating and Beer! All the checks marked for a great lunch spot! I need outdoor seating because I always come with pugs in tow... FOOD** Grilled Chicken club was solid! It has the burger feel without the burger. Juicy chicken breast grilled nicely on a beautiful bun with all the fixings you need. Awesome bacon! Parmigiana Fries were also delicious Great flavor combination with the ranch sauce SERVICE** Everyone that worked there was very kind, I just wish they had table service. There are plenty of employees and the spot is nice! Ordering up at the counter is such a bummer, I dislike the culture of asking for a tip before I even get my food. STREET PARKING** It's street parking but we found a spot close. read more

Burger Bench - Grilled Chicken Club with Parmigiana Fries - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

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STEPH JUDGEMENT: Same great food and friendly vibes as their original location, just bigger. I've been a fan of their original location in Escondido for years, so guess where I suggested for lunch when visiting a friend in Vista? Located in Vista Village, it's a much more expansive space than their Escondido restaurant, but with all of their charm intact! You order at the counter and they bring out the food to you. I got the Swiss mushroom burger with an Impossible patty (so juicy and cheesy and mushroomy), the hubby got the Black bean burger with cheese (a great option for vegetarians who don't necessarily want something that tastes like meat), and our friend got the grilled cheese with bacon--a decadent delight. We got an order of their perfectly crisp tots to share, with sriracha aioli. No beer for us this time, but they always have a great selection of SD beers. It was a beautiful day to dine alfresco on their front patio, especially nice for our friend's dog. Note: they only allow service dogs indoors, but the patio is fine for all pups. All the staff members we interacted with made us feel welcome. If you're in the area and in the mood for a great burger or sandwich and local beers, look no further! read more

Again! Another yummy meal- and something new! Love coming here to support Vista and this yummy burger spot! Keep the great prices and good meals coming read more

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Wanted to check out the Vista location again since I had a pleasant time the first time I went. Fried chicken burger was yummy! As were the fries. There were plenty of tables available after we ordered and they have 2 tvs so we were watching a basketball game while we waited for our food. They have a good rotating selection of beers and seltzers. The vibe here is always good, staff are all friendly and welcoming. read more

Burger Bench - Truffle Fries - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

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Came here for a work lunch on a weekday and it was packed. I would say that this popular spot is going to be more popular as they serve the variety of burgers, both hot chicken and beef patties that are mixed in with your usual suspects the mushroom and Swiss. What makes them different is they have these mini sliders and it helps you take the mini bites of a variety out there different burgers which I think it's a smart innovative idea that paired with their french fries onion rings and tater tots you have this old school feel. I got the grilled chicken with bacon and it was delicious and you could substitute and add anything you want. I would say the service was great and the ambience was pretty nice too. My coworkers got the salad and that seemed like a nice break from the burgers if you want that with their options of goat cheese or fried chicken. read more

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Really wanted a chicken sandwich so ordered pick up from this place and got the Golden Rooster burger. It's honestly pretty solid, feels like a healthier version of a chicken sandwich. The chicken was a good size. I think the burger could've used a sauce, it wasn't super flavorful. The apples in it were also an interesting touch but I didn't hate it. I ended up putting canes sauce on it which made it a lot better. The burger came out to ~$15 too which I think was pretty expensive for it. Ordering for pick up was a good idea because you can just go in, skip the line and head to the bar where they'll grab your order. I would come again next time and dine in, order some of their other burgers because they look better and tastier! The ambiance of the place is nice- open air & sports bar-esque read more

Burger Bench - Golden rooster - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

Came back to Burger Bench for a second visit and the food was just as good - maybe even better. Everything went super smoothly this time, and the food was delicious. The owner was there this time, really friendly to me and clearly cares about the place. He was checking in and making sure people were happy, which you don't see often. The staff was great too. They checked on me, made sure everything was solid, and that I left full and satisfied. It's just one of those spots where you can tell everyone's putting in the effort. Great food, good people. Definitely would like to come back. read more

I come from Escondido where there is also a Burger Bench, so I was happy to see one here. ordered the black bean burger on gluten free bread, and my boyfriend went with the Sunrise Burger and a side of tots -- everything was really good. The black bean patty was flavorful, and the gluten free bread held up really well. The only thing was the black bean burger did turn to mush as i was eating it - but thats kind of to be expected since its vegetarian. The Sunrise Burger was drfinitely my favorite, and the tots were perfectly crispy. You order at the counter first and then they bring the food out to your table -- our food came out really quickly. There was plenty of seating available, which made it easy to find a comfortable spot even on a Friday night. We went after the sun had gone down, and since the space has an open-air layout, it definitely got a bit chilly -- something to keep in mind if you're visiting later in the day. Still, the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and the food totally made up for the cool breeze. Highly recommend this spot for a laid-back, delicious burger night. read more

Burger Bench - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

Thanks to a fellow Yelpie, I found this newly opened Burger bench. There's a large sign that says Finally Open! They also have a sign at the counter to have patience with them. With that said, this place rocks! The parking even on a Thursday night was challenging. They revamped a mechanics garage into a ultra modern eatery. Service was great! Everyone was super helpful. My favorites: smokehouse burger slider, onion rings with garlic aioli sauce, Salted Caramel Pretzel shake (yummy!), truffle tater tots. I liked the fig and brie grilled cheese but the apple inside it didn't quiet fit for me. The fig didn't stand out. read more

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My dad was craving a burger for his birthday so we decided on Burger Bench. I have been to the Escondido location before but this was the first time I came to the Vista location. We ordered at the counter and the food came out with in 15 minutes. Ashton took our order and combined our order number (since there were different transaccional) to have it our food beligerancia out together. She was super parientes with our bigger group. We found a couple tables and the food was delicious! I opted for three different types of sliders and they were all declicious! We ordered the truffle fríes and onion rings, which I loved! The onion rings were some of the best I've ever had! As we were leaving, my sister and I wanted to try one of their milkshakes and decided to split the mudd pie shake. It was SO good! I highly recommend not skipping out on a shake next time you're in! read more

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The best burger spot in Vista! So far people in my family have tried: the sunrise burger (the best one on the menu, hands down), the mushroom Swiss, the taco burger, and the chorizo diablo, and the patty melt. As I said the Sunrise is a fan favorite, but each burger we have tried so far has been so delicious! We are big fans of the ranch here as well as the chipotle sauce and garlic aioli. All the sides are wonderful, but we prefer the truffle fries and truffle tots. A note on the sides: you for sure can share one side between two people, they are generous portions! We did try the chicken bites and didn't love them, but also didn't hate them either. But I would say come for the burger versus their chicken options. We have a few other burgers we want to try before moving onto the salads and desserts, but we love coming here when we have a burger craving! As for the service and vibes: everyone is so nice and attentive, they clean up after everyone very well and are all around friendly. The music can get loud if you plan on bringing little ones, but the music taste is great for those of us who graduated in 2015 (lol). read more

Burger Bench - The Swiss Mushroom Burger with Truffle Fries and 2 ranches! - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

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Stopped by for dinner with my parents, and we loved this spot, especially when we found out it's a new business that's only been open for two weeks. The onion rings were great, as were the truffle fries. My parents ate most of my onion rings and even ordered seconds to go. I was happy to share and really enjoyed seeing them like the restaurant. Who doesn't feel validated when you pick a place to eat, and everyone enjoys it? I got three different sliders: Grilled Chicken, Smokehouse, and Golden Rooster. For my beverage, I had an iced oat milk latte. I loved how strong it was. We all had a great time thanks to the restaurant's atmosphere and staff. There was a small hiccup when I ordered. You place your order at the cashier, and mine was accidentally marked as to-go. No worries, though. It was a quick fix, and the food was still great. There's plenty of parking around the restaurant. This second location of Burger Bench, with the first one in Escondido, is in downtown Vista. Visitors can find a good amount of street parking and available lots nearby. read more

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Visited 4/3/2025 Today I hooked up today with Jonathan "JT" Thompson Another SD Foodie at, Burger Bench Vista 230 Main St, Vista, CA 92084 He had never been and I haven't visited the New Vista Store but I frequently visit The Original Store In Escondido. The vista store has basically the same menu so I thought it could be a good choice to pay Vista a visit. The staff were so friendly and smiling the whole time. My new friend and I both ordered The 3 Slider Sampler. 14.90ea. Nine different Sliders to choose from. He ordered his with the hand cut fries and I ordered mine with The In-house Onion Rings. Both fries and rings were tasty with a nice serving size. For my three slider choices I went with, The Smokehouse, The Swiss Mushroom, and The Fig Jam. All three were nice and juicy with great favor. I would do them again. I just wanted to sample three different ones so next time I'll get the Full Size Flavor Version. To wash them down I ordered The Hand Made Oreo Shake $8.20 Very Good super creamy and flavorful. Yum. Both the Vista and Escondido Locations are worth a visit. Are there better Burger's out there Yes but these aren't bad and have a large following of Burger Connoisseurs. I Give Them A Thumbs Up Enjoy. read more

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I have say I've past by this joint quite a few times but never ventured in until a few days ago when I had a burger craving and my hubby suggested we try something new. We walked in and didn't realize how big this restaurant was. It's an order at the front, grab a number, sit down and wait for your food to be delivered to you kind of place. Well, we ordered the following: classic burgers with cheese, Parmesan truffle tater tots, Brie & fig sando, and a root beer float. The food came out faster than I expected. The burgers and everything else we ordered were fabulous. The burgers were juicy, the tots were crispy with a lot of flavor, and the most surprising item that I can't seem to get out of my head was the Brie and fig sandwich. The bread was crispy and light but what shocked me was the crisp green apple inside the sandwich that gave it another level of crunch and a tartness to counter balance the sweet and salty flavors going on in that sando. Needless to say, the place not only had a great vibe, the food was excellent! read more

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So happy Burger Bench's second location has finally opened in Vista! We came opening week and they did not disappoint. While the place was packed and there was a line out the door, it moved fast and tables are turned over relatively quickly (as well as ample bar seating). We ordered a lot - even with three vegetarians. We got the grilled cheese, fig and brie melt, veggie melt and then a burger. In addition we got truffle tots, regular tots, a chocolate shake and an Oreo shake. There wasn't a crumb left.l on the table when we were done. While everything is fantastic I swear you could come here just for the tots and a shake.. they're absolutely delicious. And hot tip - order one of the special sauces for the tots! My husband got the sweet chili which I was not sold on but it wound up being surprisingly perfect. Can't wait to come back and excited they're here in Vista! read more

Burger Bench - Truffle tots, tater tots, fig and Brie, veggie melt, grilled cheese and a burger - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

Went here to meet friends for book club and the ambiance was perfect, it was happening but not so loud that we couldn't hear each other. The food was great too, love that they have various slider and burger options, and their ranch is delicious. Their service is also attentive and they are great at providing recommendations. Recommend! read more

Went to the Vista location after hearing good things. Did not disappoint. Wifey ordered the Cobb Salad- huge portion and so good. The ranch is so good. Don't sleep on the wings. We like ours plain and so big and juicy. I ordered the classic burger- best in SD IMO and the truffle Tots! The best. Staff is amazing. Don't sleep on this location read more

Burger bench was a pleasant surprise. Service was great. Everyone was very friendly. The ambiance is great too. It has a modern, rustic feel to it. The burgers were fantastic. I got the bench burger and my wife got the turkey burger lettuce wrapped. We also split an order of truffle Parm tots. All of it was amazing and reasonably priced. The lettuce wrap was nice because they used a lot of lettuce to wrap the burger. Some lettuce wraps just fall apart and this held together. Definitely looking forward to coming back and checking out more of the menu. read more

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Recently moved to the area and was looking for a good burger spot. This is it! Excellent burgers and wings, great selection, service was friendly and attentive. Place feels clean and modern. Ah, almost forgot... THEIR MILKSHAKES ARE FANTASTIC! read more

I like to support local, family-owned spots, and the ratings here looked good. My wife & I were craving a burger, so we gave it a try. Unfortunately, after our first visit, it'll probably be our last. The burger was cooked all the way through (no option to choose doneness) and came out well done. The brioche bun, something I usually love, tasted a bit dry and definitely past its prime. The Parmesan truffle fries seemed like frozen fries topped with Parmesan and truffle oil, not much flavor and nothing memorable. My daughter ordered a vanilla milkshake, which had a plasticky, freezer-burn kind of taste. We thought it might be the oversized plastic straw. The staff was super nice about taking it back, but when they brought another, without a straw, it tasted the same. The place itself is cute, with great decor and the staff was friendly. But for about $50 for two adults and a kid, the food just didn't match the price point. They've got a nice spot, but the details need more attention to make it worth returning. read more

Burger Bench - Great presentation but not great taste - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

The menu is a clean dataset with no clutter. The Bench Burger is visually balanced and engineered perfectly--the brioche bun holds up to the ingredients without disintegrating, and the flavor profile is streamlined and sharp. I also appreciate the transparency in their local supply chain regarding the produce. It is an elevated, efficient experience that fits perfectly. Service was good. read more

Great food, but beer and wine selection is poor. Lots of beers from breweries I've never heard of, but no Stone, No Pizza Port or Belching Beaver! What gives? Those unheard of breweries must be giving a great price to get on the menu! Wine selection is limited to 3 wines from a tap (box wine). Wish their liquid adult libations matched their great food and milkshakes! read more

I think this place is overly hyped. Wayyyyy too expensive for what you get. $8 for a small side of fries!?? Average tasting burgers.

If you're looking for a good Burger You've got to try Burger Bench! Wow! One of the juiciest Burgers in town! Service with a Smile! If you're tired of a flat smash burger! You have to try this Burger! read more

I got the slider trio to try different offerings. I got a regular cheeseburger, a burger with fig jam, and the grilled chicken slider. I feel like when I go back I will just get a regular burger. Their slider buns are toasted so not soft like I was expecting. The burgers are very tasty. Didn't care for the chicken. Fries were fries. Also got a mango lemonade. read more

Burger Bench - Slider trio - Burgers Near Me - Vista, California

We've been here a few times now and each time we've tried something a little bit different. You order at the counter. There's a big digital menu above and some menus on the counter for you to order from. It's usually pretty busy and we've lucked out in getting seating when we like. Staffers are super nice and helpful especially if you ask them to come and quickly clean a table off for you. I recommend eating there when the food is freshly made. Being that it's much warmer than if you get it for takeout. The open floor plan is nice and a patio option is available as well. read more

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yet another burger joint but this one had quick service, delicious food and comfy interior. when you are starving, don't know what to eat and don't want to wait an hour for your food - this would be the spot. the only con is the little upcharge for the sauces, including ranch :( read more

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