Tried one of the famous burger spots the other day and had a great experience overall! The staff was incredibly kind, and the restaurant was super clean. there were even a couple of employees constantly wiping things down while we were there, which I really appreciated. I ordered a bacon cheeseburger and it was tasty, though the bun did get a bit soggy by the end. The real standout for me was the fries...so fresh and delicious! Definitely my favorite part of the meal. My daughter got the kids' chicken nuggets, and those were pretty tasty too. All in all, a solid spot! Looking forward to going back and trying more of the menu especially their real ice cream shakes read more

Chester's Hamburgers - Wall art - Burgers Near Me - Universal City, Texas

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A great, old-fashioned, no-frills burger joint. I had an amazing burger, cooked to order with fresh ingredients, and some awesome fries. They have an extensive selection of beers, and they make rich, thick milkshakes. To top it all off the service was friendly and efficient. Highly recommended. read more

This place just wasn't really for me. My review is based on trying a variety of items since we ordered quite a bit-- a burger, fries, onion rings, a salad, wings, and a grilled cheese sandwich. I'll start with the positives. The customer service was friendly, and I did like the old diner-style vibe of the place. It has a nostalgic feel that makes you think it could be a really fun local spot to visit. Unfortunately, the food itself was just okay overall. My burger was supposed to come with chilies but they were missing, which was disappointing. The fries were cold by the time we got them, and the grilled cheese was a little more burnt than toasted. My son also tried the wings and described them as "weird," which pretty much summed up how we felt about them as well. I'm always on the lookout for a really good, juicy burger, and while I had high hopes, this one just didn't quite hit the mark for me. Nothing was terrible, but it also wasn't memorable enough for us to want to come back regularly. Overall, I appreciated the friendly service and the diner atmosphere, but the food fell a bit short of what we were hoping for. read more

About a mile from the front gate you will see a building that says "voted best burger". The restaurant was clean, and only a short wait. We went at lunchtime on a Wednesday. The food came out quickly and tasted fresh. Special shoutout to the fries and onion rings, both tasted freshly cut and fried. The fries did not come with any (or very little) salt, but i think most people will forgive that since they are handmade, i prefer them more crispy as these were kinda soft but everyone still liked them. The burger was pretty big, i got a double cheeseburger, i don't recommend unless you are very hungry, most people will wish they ordered a single (wish i did). The only note is that nobody was a fan of the sesame seeds, but the bun was still good. Also the burger is not a smash burger and not a real thick patty, it's on the thinner side but still had a nice bite to it. The portions are not huge but you will likely not eat it all. I will go back. read more

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The food was outstanding and the customer service was fantastic. I would definitely recommend this place for a great old fashioned burger.

Food is Service Ambiance Chester's is one of my favorite burger places in San Antonio. Good quality food and it's always hot and freshly made. Never a complaint! Service is ok at the order counter but the guy at the pickup needs to learn better social skills. I approached him thinking he called my first name and he loudly told me it was another woman's and not mine. I explained my name was same as hers and again he loudly told me it wasn't me. He didn't explain himself and instead of being rude or loud he could have said-ma'am it's another lady, I know your last initial and your order is almost done. Lastly, the ambiance is claustrophobic. Why not make the ordering line wider so we aren't bumping elbows when paying. I could hardly process my credit card without being mashed up against the next person. Space. Respectful tone when speaking to customers is a must. read more

Went here last night with my other half and as always, Chester's never disappoints. The inside gives it an old timey feel. The burgers are always juicy and taste delightful. Recommend for a simple date, but have found out that they also host parties and meetings. read more

Chester's Hamburgers - Burgers Near Me - Universal City, Texas

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First time here. I have passed by here at least a few times a week to go to and from work. Well, we finally made it here and definitely wasn't disappointed. I got the cheese burger with home cut fries and my husband got a double bacon cheese burger with hatch chili and home cut fries. The burgers were huge and messy, just like a great burger should be! They both were cooked perfectly. Well worth the trip and definitely wasn't disappointed in the price of burgers. We both highly recommend it. Our cashier was helpful as well. The restaurant was clean and the staff was awesome. We will definitely be going back. read more

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Nothing too fancy, just some amazing burgers and fresh fried French fires. They do them right and are fast for being able to provide fresh, delicious burgers. read more

I'd say if you want a burger this is a good place to go, but if you want anything else from the menu, it's not gonna be that great. We ordered a grilled chicken salad and the fried fish basket and both of those were not very good. the fish was greasy. The salad was much smaller than I remember it being for that price. There are a lot of other places that you can go and get those sort of items at a much better price and better quality so unless everyone in your party likes burgers, I would not go here. read more

Visited in September. A friend recommended it. Walk in there's a enclosed patio with tables and chairs. Go through doors and the counter to order is right there. Staff was nice... placed order and got got off the grill. The burger was nice and juicy. Lots of flavor. read more

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I love Chester's! Something about the aesthetics of the place and the nice fresh food makes it almost impossible not to stop by. Great for that old style feel of the restaurant. Menu is simple and so are the burgers which really is something so easy to enjoy. Nice and fresh every time. Service is usually pretty good. Would recommend! read more

I can't believe it took me so long to try this place out! Not only does it have chill and patriotic vibes, which I absolutely respect and enjoy, but burgers are phenomenal! read more

My colleague and I came to Chester's for a burger of course! Firstly , I love the old fashion decor and friendly service. Combined with the great beer selection , it certainly started off on the right foot. We both ordered burgers, fries and beers . Food came out quick and hot . I sum , the burgers were excellent but the fries were soggy and really not very good . So, certainly a great burger joint but they gotta work on the sick kick . read more

Chester's Hamburgers - Our great Burgers and fries - Burgers Near Me - Universal City, Texas

Best of best!!! Great fries--meat and total burger!! Great people, plenty of room--family friendly.

I don't get it. Burger was awful, fries were worse. Sign says voted best burger in town. Not for me. Really it was king of weird.

If you need a laugh go look at the one star reviews lol. I swear people complain and give one stars for the smallest inconvenience. The burgers are great for the price and it's a nice family friendly atmosphere. I've never had an issue while dining in here. The staff is pleasant and friendly and quick on the orders. read more

This is a burger joint that is close to Randolph Air Force Base. You will see many military coming here for lunch. The place is nothing fancy but clean. You go to the counter and order. The menu is on the wall and drinks are fountain or you can get a beer from the coolers behind the counter. You pay and sit and then they yell out your name when the food is ready. You pick it up and take it to your table. Nothing fancy. Customer service: everyone very friendly. Ladies at counter engaging and nice, the lady cleaning tables was engaging, friendly and super efficient. Burger: I got the green chile burger and fries. I requested no salt on the fries. The burger with sesame bun is a nice size burger. You do get more bread than patty. I got all the toppings onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles. All the toppings are fresh. I got the green chile burger while I could see the green chiles, but I really couldn't taste them. The burger was tasty, juicy, and perfect for me. It wasn't seasoned too much, but I like it that way, some might think it is bland. The fries were soggy, limp, and not very good. I would skip the fries. I would recommend to get a double cheese burger if this is your first time. That is what I will get next time. Restaurant cleanliness: above average Bathroom cleanliness: above average read more

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Chester's Hamburgers have been in business since 1984 and when you eat there you will know why. This was my first visit, and found it by seeing it on my route. The parking lot was pretty full and that is a good sign. The menu is pretty simple, and I went with the bacon cheeseburger with fries and a drink. Memorabilia is all over the walls and fun to check out while you wait for your order. If I said it is a good ol burger joint, you would get the picture! My cheeseburger may have been the best I've ever eaten! The fries were ok, but honestly the burger was so large, I didn't even want them. If you are in the Universal City, Texas area, look up Chester's. Go get Full read more

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The bacon burger was good! The bacon definitely helped make the burger juicy. I also loved that the fries were freshly cut the same morning. We've always passed Chester's and I'm glad we checked it out! A little pricey but the atmosphere of dining in and the friendly customer service was great. read more

Chester's Hamburgers - Bacon burger - Burgers Near Me - Universal City, Texas

When it comes to burgers I will take an old fashioned drive in style burger over all others any day! Chester's did not disappoint in this respect. I had a cheeseburger and chili cheese fries. The burger was bigger than I expected and full of that flattop cooked thin patty on a poppyseed bun. The Pattie's are thin so if I am ever in the area I'd try a double. Chili cheese fries used standard chili, aka nothing spectacular with some American cheese on top. Definitely hit the craving for heart attack inducing food! I would definitely go back for another round. read more

This burger joint was recommended to me and I don't regret checking it out! The curb appeal isn't much to write home about but once you go inside, the vibe is super cool. There aren't a lot of "retro garage" places left anymore so the atmosphere is fun. I got the green chili cheeseburger with bacon with a beer. It was delicious and I also enjoyed the fries I shared with a coworker. They don't have an extensive menu but there are options to boost your burger and they have an extensive beer selection! The service was really friendly and I couldn't recommend this place more! Definitely check it out! read more

No mustard or mayonnaise on our burgers, onions rings were not cooked but what kill the whole thing was a bland burger no taste all to be the best burger in town, not. This is my third try at this place guess I'll go to sonic. read more

The burgers were good as always. Fries were great. However, someone made a terrible choice and changed the chili. Chester's chili has always been the best but no more. At best it is a cheaper version of canned Wolf Brand. I asked and was told they changed it @ January 2025. It was a really bad decision. read more

Service was good- placed my order to go Burgers are big- but definitely not the best in town. I give the burgers 5/10. Nothing spectacular . I would not eat there again. Nor would I recommend . read more

Chester's Hamburgers - Cheeseburger Double and fries - Burgers Near Me - Universal City, Texas

Time warp, back to the 80s and I wasn't mad about it. It was nice, relaxing place with friends and families. Cold beer all kinds, even ones you wouldn't think. I have had Chester's several times they are ok at best. The portion of the burger, wow! Bigger than whataburger, couldn't eat it all. I ordered a cheeseburger and fries. The burger was good, fries were good. But dry, almost as if they soaked them to take the starch out. I'm not sure they were different. It was good, but nothing to thrilling. It was a comfortable place, good people, decent food. read more

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Father in law took me while visiting him in San Antonio. Great burgers and fries, cold beer, and great value!

Ehhh. Best hamburgers in town? Idk about that lol. Definitely just an okay burger. When I say a burger is the best, I'm eating not only the flavor of the meat, but the freshness of the vegetables and the quality and crispness of the bun. This burger really just didn't stand out to me. Tasted like a whopper from Burger King. We also got fries and onion rings which were just okay. Price points were decent. Also, not pictured, did. get a strawberry milkshake .. again, mediocre. The guys working the counter were very kind & did a great job explaining everything! read more

The burgers are great, but if you come in early they serve old, sour tea. This has happened several times. Today, rather than fixing the problem and putting out fresh tea, they argued about and kept serving the bad tea. read more

The best place in Texas for burger, and beer. It's always great to come home and feel the Texas pride all over the place.

This staple of Pat Booker Rd has been around since I could remember. I remember coming here as a kid and wanted to come back with my family. Unfortunately they haven't updated to include dietary restrictions. I hope they will update it eventually. I do not think I will be back because a burger salad is not what I want when I think about burgers. I love burgers, not salad. And despite being near a military base they do not offer a military discount. I hope they do it for uniformed military. I gave three stars because my kids' cheeseburger was amazing (per him). read more

Amazing, amazing food. Staff is always friendly. Just be prepared it will take longer than a McDonalds/Burger King to get your food; it's cooked when you order it. Fries are great (not your standard crinkle cut) and chili is super yum. They also have a selection of beers, although we don't partake. (Just good for y'all to know). read more

Classic, quintessential SATX hamburgers. This place is the real thing, and it has been going forever. If you need a hamburger, you want one from here. A bit out of the way, but well worth the extra couple of minutes it will take you to get here. Great burgers (green chili bacon cheeseburger, mmmmm), great fries, great onion rings, wonderful shakes. Excellent beer selection as well. Go and get some today! read more

They now charge you for the bags they place your food in for the to go orders. This is not notated any where on their website nor even shared with you when you go in to pay. The cashier just added the charge per bag without any transparency. They also charge you for the ranch that comes with your wings. Way to nickel and dime your customers on every little thing. read more

The most important thing is the burger, and Chester's gets it right every time. The cook, the veggies, the bun, the seasonings; always on point. The second-most-important thing is the milkshake, and Chester's gets it right every time. Thick, sweet, rich, flavorful; a perfect appetizer (that's what I do with it). I'm not a fry guy, so forgive me if I skip that in favor of the excellent onion rings. Six years in a row this is our favorite burger in San Antonio. read more

In mixed company, there are 3 things you never discuss: politics, religion, and which fast food burger chain is the best. Chester's Hamburgers was a welcome sight as I rolled into SA after 20 years away. It is truly a fantastic burger. A great seasoned, generous, well cooked patty, fantastic toppings, crispy, savory bacon, and a bun whose size matches the patty...huge. The fries are large, well cooked, and perfectly seasoned. Everything from Chester's is masterful. If there is no Chester's in Heaven, I may think twice about entering. And, if Republicans and Democrats ate at Chester's, I do believe politicians would work together. And, when it comes to burger chains...Whataburger, Five Guys, AND In-And-Out are all vying for second place in the burger wars. Chester's makes it a no-contest. Chester's is THE best burger I've ever had, and I've eaten burgers in 46 out of the 50 states. Truly, a must-eat-at when you're in SA. Wow... read more

Chester's Hamburgers - Interior of the Pat Booker location in Universal City. - Burgers Near Me - Universal City, Texas

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Chester's has 3 locations around our city, having been flipping burgers for number of years. I visited after a round of golf at Randolph, the location convenient to that location. Notice immediately, parking aplenty at this location, but the lot fronting the eatery is compromised by a couple of poles that can make maneuvering a bit tricky. There is parking left of the restaurant, and happily, a traffic light allows very easy (and safe) entry to the lot. The restaurant is relatively basic, with posters and memorabilia rounding the walls. As with the other locations, order at the counter, and your name will be called when food is ready. There are no waitstaff for the tables, just a young man bussing as needed. Staff is very friendly, and ordering a breeze. Multiple brands of beers are offered, tea and soft drinks as one might expect. The burgers/cheeseburgers are traditional, served with dressings as one may request...this is to say that burgers are made to one's preference...i.e. not prepared beforehand. There is no "secret sauce", or other proprietary finishes on these burgers. These traditional beefies are plated juicy, and served with a heaping mound of fries. I considered the fare very competent. So, if in the area, and one is hungering for a traditional, down home burger, departing from the "golden arches" type of burger, give Chesters a visit! I think you will enjoy!! Enjoy Yelpers!! read more

Pros: The front counter staff was friendly, and the place was well-maintained with a nice rustic feel and a lot of mementos on the walls. Con: Food preparer in full view refused to wear gloves: watched him wipe his nose, scratch his body and brush through his hair all while cutting the buns, smearing with the cooking oil, adding cheese, and hand carrying them over to the counter where he spread them by hand. Absolutely disgusting. The fries and a shake were average to slightly better than average, I won't comment further on the burger. read more

Chester's Hamburgers - Burgers Near Me - Universal City, Texas

We ordered one cheeseburger , a double cheeseburger with bacon , 2 orders of onion rings & 2 sweet teas . Hamburgers where amazing really hit the spot . The sweet teas was not very sweet at all also the onions rings are frozen not handmade . They had a lot of batter & really not much flavor . I suggest sticking to the hamburger , fries & maybe a cold beer instead of the sweet tea . read more

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We love this place, but it is little too pricey, burgers are very good and they have verity of beers, service is good but not much of dinning area. This place has been here for a long time. I love the burger buns with sesame seeds. Don't get the ice tea , it is so blah. Because of the price, we only visit once in a while. read more