When I heard about the transfer to new ownership, I was worried that they wouldn't be able to replicate the Burger Box magic. After going back for the first time since they reopened, I'm happy to report that everything is the same and the new owners have even made improvements. Turns out, one of the former employees bought the business and building from the old guy and her son is helping her out. He plans to operate a collectibles business out of the other section of the building. I'm very glad that they're back and hope you'll join me in supporting this great local business. read more

I worked here under Jesse during the late 1980s. I loved frying papas. Jesse in his early life was on the Mexico Olympic cross country team. My parents owned the bait shop next door. The Burger Box food is so iconic. I can still taste the date shakes and fried chicken. Hope not too much has changed. read more

Updating my SECOND review of this wonderful classic Burger(and much more) Stand. I went today and met Alex-- the affable son of the kind owner Yolanda. Again, the service is awesome!! I tried a Grilled Hot Dog and the corn dog. They were delicious. Of course I had to go back to Alex and order the paper thin French fries with their malt/pickle sauce--- I was in Heaven!! If you are visiting the Valley ( Listen up Coachella/Stagecoach visitors)-- BURGER BOX IN INDIO is a MUST-- for the best burgers, dogs, pastrami, chicken, fries and shakes in the valley!! Tell Yolanda, Alex and Christian that Elite Yelper Michael P told you to go!! read more

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I was excited to hear that The Burger Box opened again, under a new owner. First, the young man working the front was very personal and excellent at what he does, and that's the only reason I gave two stars and one star for how nice the person was who gave me my order. But Quickly, I was let down as I had to wait approximately 15 minutes for my order. There were many flies flying around outside, making it non-desiring to eat or even wait in their patio. Mostly everyone went back to their cars to avoid the flies. When the food came, I was so disappointed to see that the burgers looked horrible, and the fries were extremely oily and floppy. The double cheeseburger had only the two (frozen tasted-rubbery) meat, cheese, and pickles (They offered onions which I declined). No lettuce and tomatoes! Looks like I won't be coming back here soon. Maybe once they get enough people expressing their disappointment they will do better. read more

Burger Box - The frozen tasting - Burgers Near Me - Indio, California

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Ordered a double, fries and soda. Good, simple, tasty burger. Fries are cut like chips; very good. They were not the fastest cooks but worth the wait. I ate under the covering. It was 105 outside so the covering made it moderately tolerable. A good place to stop for a no frills delicious burger. read more

Burger Box - Double burger and fries - Burgers Near Me - Indio, California

Just passing through and tried they signature fries so yummy. They have amazing service gave us freee vanilla milkshakes. It's hot asf but yummy shaded area to eat. read more

Friendly staff. I ordered two doubles for my wife and I. They reminded me of the McDonald burgers you could get on a Tuesday for .20cents. Back in the 90s. These have to be the. Most bland burgers in the Coachella valley. I don't know what the hype is about this place other than being around since the 50s. read more

We had the fried chicken Box and the cheeseburger Box . Both were very tasty and their fried potatoes were not what expected they were freshly cut in circles like at home. Service was nice and friendly the young man that took my order was very helpful I couldn't make up my mind on what to order and told me to take my time . It's old school ambiance apparently this place has been here for years but it was closed and just recently opened again . It's part of Indio history . I will be back . They have a few benches to eat outside. read more

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Welcome back. You were sorely missed by the community. Keep the exact same recipes, customer service, cleanliness and you will prosper. I've grown old and have to restrict my diet but will continue to visit you from time to time. One suggestion, examine the bread to meat ratio on the burgers, seems to me like a bit more bread than in the past. (maybe the new bread is a bit higher quality and denser than in the past, still excellent). read more

Yesterday I ate there it was so good took me hour get home by then I have the worst stomach I use the restroom I was hurting so bad I was sweating not to talk down about them or just a heads up read more

It's a whole in the wall burger place with great fries and other fast food. You're not coming here because it's pretty it's just really well-made fast food. ....For fast food, you're gonna have to wait a while. read more

Burger Box - Outside - Burgers Near Me - Indio, California

What could they improve, the food for one. The service if good (or least the young Hispanic kid that works there). I got the fries, fish & chips, nuggets, pastrami sandwich and a burger. I like the concept of the potato wedge fries but they are way too greasy. The fish was decent, good size but a bit greasy too. The nuggets are clearly Walmart cheap nuggets. The pastrami was okay, clearly could use a lot more or thicker and more flavor with cheese. And finally the burger (hence the name), it's not a great burger at all, cheap and poorly done. I make better burgers at home using Costco premade bag burgers in a pan. These should be ground hand rolled patties and smashed with lots of seasonings and flavor. Buns should be toasted and the burger put together better (not just slapped together with no thought). The salsa has a good taste but it's pure liquid with no chunk to stick to anything. Overall avoid wasting good money on crappy food, hell, go to McDonald's for better. It was a waist of swapping owners to get worse. The old burgers were better and cheaper for what you were getting. Step it up BB and maybe you'll draw me back. read more

Burger Box - Fish & chips - Burgers Near Me - Indio, California

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The people were amazing! The hamburger was plain and didn't feel it had any flavor. The fries were different, could have been good but again no flavor. The shake was surprisingly good! Very much a local landmark in Indio Over all, the box in my opinion was not worth $10.99 Side note: You need to come up with a way to keep the flies away. I kept my food inside the bag provided to avoid having them land on my food. read more

Just ate there with my wife. The food was fantastic and the staff was so friendly. The owners son out cleaning the tables. He told us burger box has been around since 1954. We were enjoying our delicious burgers at a piece of history. We wish the new owners the best. read more

My first time experiencing this burger place was about five years ago. Fast forward to 2025 , when they re-opened I don't remember it being this way at first I thought the prices were reasonable. Saw this burger, it lacked tomato,and lettuce. Very small burger. I also ordered fries, they were very greasy. It took awhile to get our food. Very disappointed in the service. You can eat outside , there are several tables. I know they just reopened and I'd like to give them another translator. Maybe they can improve on the wait time the quality of their food even if they raise their prices a little but for now I wish I had a lot more positive things to say. read more

Burger Box - Double cheeseburger, no onions - Burgers Near Me - Indio, California

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Food was just as great as before with great prices! The chimichanga, cheeseburger and fries are the way to go! Will definitely be back

I am so excited that you guys re-opened. My family stops here on our way back and forth from Arizona to California. When you closed down, my kids were bummed. My dad and I were remembering the fries and so I happened to go online right now to see if anyone had more information about why it closed down...and I was so happy to see you were open again. Best Pastrami and French Fries ever!!! Can't wait for our next Cali trip. read more

I love burger box. It is my favorite place. Haven't been there in a long time since it opened. I used to go there all the time when I was a kid now brought back to Indio, California. read more

love burger box, grew up eating since I was a kid and so on. I always get 2 large fries

10/10 food, the one fast food place left in the valley with real food. Love their service so easy to do pick up orders for lunch. Staff always really nice and reliable. Can't wait for their new opening. read more

I'm so happy this place is open. Miss this place so much used to come to this place for years now. Things are back to normal at burger box the best burgers and burritos in the whole Valley Christian is a great guy always ask for him. read more

Great service, great food , tasty , hot , done correctly, shakes , fries , hamburgers, soda , thank you ladies for keeping a family spot open ,, making memories for lots of families read more

Old school since 1954. This hole in the wall should stay open longer and not close down before the evening dinner munchies hour. I ordered the cheeseburger combo, with potato fries, deep fried burrito, and a small date shake. The place is beat up but is full of that old school nostalgia and it's a very popular restaurant. The cheeseburger taste just like a McD burger and everything is else was yummy too. read more

Burger Box - Old school since 1954 - Burgers Near Me - Indio, California

I brought my family to get something to go. We all ordered fries because they are the best. The corn dog tastes like the fair ones. My burrito reminded me of the foster freeze ones since they fry them. My husband got a pastrami sandwich and said it was a good size loaded with meat. My sons had burgers and freezes. They enjoyed them as well. I would definitely come back again. read more

Amazing just like before everything taste the same great job welcome back we missed u

Best burgers in town! Highly recommend wait time wasn't bad when I went glad you guys are back!!

I was a first time customer and ordered chicken strips with a burger. I bit into the chicken strips and wondered why it was chewy. The chicken was completely raw. I thought maybe it was just the one out of three, trying to be optimistic. Tried the others and the batter fell off by just rubbing it away due to it being raw. Don't believe me, check out the picture. Burger wasn't bad if you don't mind a McDonald style type burger. Definite bummer. Was looking forward to this place based on the history and other reviews. read more

Burger Box - Raw Chicken - Burgers Near Me - Indio, California

It's a small location but you can't miss it the big sign. The place reminds me of a movie filmed a long time ago when they use to wear shakes to delivery your order. When I pulled up there was a line, I was able to order quickly though. The ladies behind the window was very nice. I placed my order and the price was shocking, not bad for 2 order of fry chips and 2 burgers 1 with pastrami, it came out to be $16 with change. After getting home I see why. The burgers are small so are the fries, so it was more of a snack than a meal. lol the burgers was good so no complaints. read more

If you're looking for a clean spot with top quality ingredients and a menu that screams modernism, this ain't it! Burger box sells old school McDonalds style burgers, meaning it's thin patty pickles onion, mustard and ketchup, that's it. That being said, Burger box is beloved by locals for their no frills simplicity that I can completely stand behind. Our side order of fries were by far the best thing we had. These potato slices were cooked perfectly and had a perfect fluffy pillowy texture on the inside. My girlfriend's date shake, a local delicacy, was creamy and sweet, definitely something worth trying if you've never had before. As long as you come in without the highest of expectations you'll find Burger Box to be a good spot to try. Three stars. read more

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The food there is SO GOOD!!! The service is quick and they let you wait in your air conditioned car!!! I would 1000/5 recommend

Burger box has excellent food. The food is cooked to order. The restaurant has an old school McDonald's vibe. The ladies cooking make the food good, and cook the food as fast as they can. I would not consider this fast food. This is more of an in-between as it does take some time to make the food. Only improvement would be to add fans and misters for the outdoor seating and ordering area. read more

Good food, great service and prices. They never mess up an order! Pastrami sandwich is delicious, love the fries.

This place is definitely a valley gem to try out. Its obvious that its withstood the test of time because it's still around after decades serving out affordable feel good food. Its not a 5 or 4 star spot but don't think it was ever intended to be but the burgers, circle shaped fries and deep fried bean n cheese burritos will leave you with that good home made feeling of fullness. Definitely worth giving this place a shot if passing by and don't wanna over pay at these over priced food chains. read more

There was a line right 10 minutes before closing. It must be a popular place. The prices were cheap. But maybe it's because the portions are small. The burger with pastrami was good. Again everything was small even that. The shakes weren't so good. I've had better shakes. This will probably be a one time stop for us. read more

If you are looking for a picture perfect, instagram ready photo op to show off your dining experience....... This is NOT the place for you. Located in an older section of Indio, The Burger Box is old school all the way. From the parking around former gas pumps to the dining room repurposed into storage and the outside patio providing the 'charm', please don't come for the ambiance. But DO come for the food. Simple but delicious! DH enjoyed the deep fried burrito. Well cooked with a good creamy bean filling. 1 was great but 2 would have been better! Followed by a double cheeseburger which was cooked perfectly and dressed simply in catsup, mustard, pickle and onion. Nothing fancy but definitely hit the spot and tasted like a good beef burger. The fried chicken box rounded out our lunch. Very good, well cooked and meaty pieces of chicken served with their fries. The fries were more of a deep fried chip than a fry but, boy o boy, they were great. Crisp and hot. The real stars of this place are the lovely ladies who take and cook your order. Big smiles on their faces and so helpful with whats what for us newbies. This place has been around forever. Please do yourself a favor and check them out. Won't be everyone's cup of tea but for the rest of us, DIG IN!! read more

New owner, bad service. We ordered 3 double cheese burgers and a chicken nugget basket. We received 3 cheese burgers (not doubles), and a chicken basket combo. They ended up charging us for 4 cheese burgers, and gave us 2 pieces of chicken with fries instead of the usual 3 chickens with bread and fries. We ended up going back and received a refund for one of the cheese burgers. read more

I've passed by this gem everyday for the last 2 years going to work. They're not open until 8 am and by the time its lunch I'm not in that area. I happened to stop and try it the other day for the first time and now I'm regretting not coming here sooner. Their burgers are delicious, their whole potato fries are perfection and the shakes are to die for. The best part about this place is that their food is EXTREMELY cheap. I can't wait to come back here again and try a breakfast burrito or the pastrami sandwich. They've been here since 1954 and I think they'll continue to be here for a long time to come. Keep up the great work! read more

Super simple menu with good prices. The burgers come with just the bun, mustard, pickles, and patty. One can add ketchup if they wish. If you're looking for anything specialty, this ain't the spot! These are modest meals. The burritos are small with the tortilla being fried, almost like a chimichanga. They're filled with bean and cheese and they kind of taste like a little bit of hot sauce has been added. It's so simple, but still good! The fried chicken is solid and the fries are little delicious chips. Definitely come out and support this local staple! read more

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Burgers are just ok, but I like the mini deep fried burritos with the watery mild hot sauce! Need to get down there before they close for good! read more

We've been enjoying Burger Box since we were toddlers! The amazing fries, simple food favorites and tasty shakes are a local favorite that keep us all coming back for more. read more