When I started doing Yelp reviews I considered what makes a restaurant go from being a 4 star to a 5 star. For me, my ratings jump between those two mythical ratings if the place goes from being somewhere I would recommend a local absolute stop by (4) and somewhere I would tell someone coming in from out of town that they shouldn't miss (5). Chris Madrids for me is a 5 all day long. This place has outdoor and indoor seating, it was a little hot when I went so I chose to stay inside. I was able to grab a table but I would caution against assuming you will be able to as a lot of seating is outside, and when it's midday in a San Antonio summer everyone is trying to stay inside. Outside does have some shade and stuff to help with the heat, but still it's something to be aware of. You walk in and walk up to a counter to order, the employee at the cashier was very friendly and helped my wife figure out what kind of shake she wanted. You then get a number and take your seat to wait for your food. So let's talk about that food. First we got a medium fry to share and let me attest it is plenty for two people. The fries are clearly made in house and while I would not say they were stand out, they do the trick for fries. Dip them in ketchup and enjoy between bites of burger. My wife is a huge cheese lover so she had to get the Cheddar Cheezy burger. I don't know exactly what I was expecting but when this came out dripping with ooey and gooey cheddar cheese coming off the bun I was stunned. I took one bite to try, and this is not just cheese, it's delicious cheddar cheese melted just right and covering the burger. Huge win and very tasty and juicy. I got the tostada burger which came shortly after my wife's and to be honest at this point I was a little unsettled in my surety that I had ordered correctly. I could imagine it would stand up to the Cheddar Cheezy. I was, in fact wrong as heck. This burger is what bumped this place in my mind from "great burger place in town" to "you have to bring your friends here". It's different, it's a texture adventure with the crunchy chips and the smooth beans and the meat patty once again comes to let you know he didn't hold back either. Not just a delicious burger, a delicious San Antonio coded burger that I can't imagine anywhere else. In short, Chris Madrids is swinging way above their weight class here. It's well priced, fun atmosphere and delicious food that doesn't feel like it could exist anywhere else. read more

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If you know you know! Parking on street, in private lot and another overflow lot on other side of building. Order at counter and they'll bring you your food. Multiple seating areas inside & outside. Private room rentals for a party. I placed an order online for tostada burger to go and it was ready at counter on time. I opened the box and my jaw dropped - holy cheese!!!! I believe their website says it's 1/4 lb patty and there was probably close to 1/4 lb cheese on there! Well maybe not that much but there was a lot and it was perfectly melty. I ordered fries but didn't eat then because the burger was so delicious then I was stuffed. I went back a few days later before leaving town and enjoyed 1/2 order of bean & cheese nachos and margarita on their patio. Saw many people enjoying burgers & milkshakes. It's sooooo good. You need to go!! read more

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I've been eating here since it was just a shack on the corner with a couple of picnic benches out front to eat at. I loved this place from the start. Over the years, I watched as Chris grew the business and it expanded to a place where hundreds could sit and enjoy the consistent quality he offered. Sadly, Chris went to Jesus a few years ago and the family sold it to a group that promised to maintain Chris' vision. They have largely done that. The burgers are 5-star classics served in a welcoming party atmosphere. My three star review is not for the food or the good service, it's for the constant price increases that make the customer feel like they are the new guy in the cellblock every time they open their wallet. They jumped near 100% with COVID and are now 50% above that!! It's getting to the point where one would rather eat at home! C'mon, guys. Try to hold the line on prices! read more

Chris Madrid's has one of the best hamburgers in San Antonio. It is counter service with food delivered to your table. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. There is a stage with live music outdoors during good weather. The burger is flavorful, good balance of toppings and if you go with the Cheddar Cbeezy, you get an insane amount of cheese on it! They have a full bar as well! It can get crowded on the weekends, but it is absolutely worth the wait!! read more

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Plenty of parking, lots of seating inside and out. family friendly spot. Ordered the flaming jalapeño cheese burger, fries and mango margarita. Everything was appetizing. Service was friendly and food was brought out quickly z read more

Wow, was very disappointed in this place. Saw all the great reviews and had high hopes. The only thing nice about this place is the parking is good and it has a lot of room and space to chill and eat. The service was bad, the guy who took our order barely said anything, wasn't welcoming or inviting and kind of had the "I don't care to be here face". The food came out quick but you can tell why, everything is just slapped together. I got the tostada burger and yes everything is very cheesy and looks good but all I could taste was the refried beans. I didn't taste the meat or anything else. My burger literally was smothered canned refried beans, a tostada shell, a tiny sliver of meat and a glob of cheese topped with more refried beans. I couldn't even finish it because it felt like just eating beans out the can. Very disappointed and will never come back or recommend this place. Sorry. read more

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Tried their food truck for lunch - I was excited because I've been meaning to try their burger because someone recommended it. I got their classic burger with fries. The burger was a good size - it was okay and fries were too soft and a bit greasy. Service was good - lady was nice. read more

Chris Madrid's - Food truck - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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A real solid spot for burger in San Antonio, came here for lunch and left happy and full. Place looks nice, plenty of seating and indoor and out door seating. Plenty of parking. The staff here were super kind and friendly. Menu is small simple and to the point which made ordering a breeze. Got a macho cheeseburger (2patties) and fries and soda. Burger was big and filling, perfectly cooked, not quite a Smashburger style but with crispy edge and middle that was tender, toppings were fresh and the bun was soft. Fries were fresh cut and cooked which were nice. Plenty of soda options. Prices here are super reasonable and I would definitely come back. Would recommend for a chill casual fun spot to grab a burger in San Antonio read more

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We eat here a couple times a month and always love it. Food is cooked fresh and quickly. I don't think they've ever made a mistake with our order...They're very efficient and have lots of food runners and table clearers and we've never had to clean off a table or go look for our food. They have 2 drink stations with all the condiments and utensils you need. They also have a separate bar area to order from. It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon to sit outside...Very nice patio area. They also have party rooms for rent. We got our usual...I get the old fashioned - burger no cheese. My husband gets the double meat double cheese burger with jalapenos. We share a small fries and a vanilla shake. Everything was just great. *Bonus - they offer a 10% military discount! read more

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Amazing burger!! It's huge! And loaded with cheese! My friend took me there and I had a macho cheeseburger and fries and a Coke. I ate it all and was still hungry. My friend said if I could eat it he would buy it. I only weighed 112 lbs at the time. I ate a complete second burger! The service was great and lots of decorative items in the place. Very wonderful fun place. The food is NOT small. read more

Chris Madrid's - Cheezy burger - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Terrible food. I asked one of the waitresses how o could get napkins and she pointed to a dispenser on the wall instead of saying let me get you sone. read more

I finally tried a burger here and it was just OK. I do not see what all the hype is about. Though a freshly made burger, the patty was extremely thin. For over $10 bucks I expected a little bit more meat and honestly to be able to taste it a little bit more. There was loads of shredded lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle, and I had them add ketchup because I happen to like my burgers that way. I got a small order of fries. They were also just OK. They were fresh cut, which I happened to liked but extremely oily and very bland. Would I come back here again...maybe. Will I go anytime soon, probably not. read more

Chris Madrid's - Cheeseburger - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

At best I would rate the burgers we just had as mediocre. It's so about quantity over quality here. Never again

What can I say? This place has the BEST burgers in San Antonio - especially the tostada burger (to die for!). This burger will haunt your dreams it's so good!! The fries are amazing as well. The "medium" size is more than enough for two people. This is always a MUST STOP whenever I come to San Antonio! read more

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I love how big their burgers are!! They are flavorful and every time I order that bacon cheddar burger, I get it 100% correct! Their service is outstanding and I lately have only gotten to go orders as pick up and it has been outstanding to know my order will be correct! I can eat part of the burger and have another part for later. Even warmed up, the burger is amazing!! The restaurant is big and well lit and I enjoy going with the music. The walls are festive and bright! Come in grab a beer and eat till you are satisfied. This feels like a place to go hang oit with friends or it can be a fun date spot, but sometime a bit loud. So, have fun and hang out!! Sorry for the lack of pics, I get so excited about eating, I forgot! Next time, I promise. read more

This was a gimmick burger. Yes they serve an insane amount of cheese and it looks amazing, but the flavor bland and depressing, like the ingredients were pulled out of a can. It felt like eating a McDonald burger with tons of cheese. The place is cool and the outdoor seating is chill. Do better on the burgers read more

Chris Madrid's - Gimmick burger - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Decent spot for a quick casual lunch! I've heard rave reviews of their burgers and how much cheese is on them. Expectations were high to start with! We had a team lunch for work here at the peak of lunch hour on a Tuesday. The restaurant was very busy, but they kept the line moving and there was plenty of space to accommodate people inside and outside. Parking is a little more challenging as there's limited spots. I ordered the bunless 1/2 lb porky's burger with fries and it came out to about $21+tip. No drink was included, which is a bit pricey for burgers. A buzzer is given so people can come find you with the food. About 10 minutes into waiting, my food came out fresh and exactly what I ordered. The amount of cheese was underwhelming as people raved about how much cheese you get. The beef patty was okay, but felt a bit dry and overcooked. Vegetables were fresh at least. Fries were hot and fresh at first, but immediately changed to soggy fries. Not the best burger I've had, but it's decent. A bit pricey in my opinion and not worth the hype. read more

Chris Madrid's - Bunless Porky burger and fries - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Whenever I've got company, I always bring them here. It's got a great vibe. The menu is easy. Drinks are awesome. The burgers, and even the fries, are made from scratch. You'll need a knife to cut that burger in half before you take a bite, it's huge! It can get busy inside, but there's tons of seating on the patio. It's the perfect spot to wow your guests! read more

Chris Madrid's - Cheddar burger with jalapeños. Side of fresh cut fries. - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Burger cooked the way you want, with everything you could want on it. Good quality beef. Service at the self order counter, but they bring to the table. You get your on drinks and refills included in price. Friendly Decor is minimal but very clean in main dining area. read more

The regular cheddar cheeze burger + small fries has gone from $12.75 to $15.11!! Before that, the menu board advertised a temporary 90 cents surcharge. It is becoming a real luxury to eat out. read more

Line moved very quickly to order from the counter and food came out within five minutes. Bright seating area with lots of windows, (much different from my last chance to eat here 16 years ago). Burgers are just as good! Nice size, good grilled flavor, and the CHEESE!! Fries are excellent as well. Paleta seemed like a nice idea on such a hot day but basically frozen water with minimal flavor. My pineapple paleta had no flavor even remotely reminiscent of pineapple. Ever try hung else was great. read more

Chris Madrid's - Tostada patty and fries. - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Great burger spot!! They are known for their over the top burgers. I love a fresh natural fry and that's what they serve. Everything is order at the counter even drinks. They will give you a number and the food comes out within 10 minutes. Even with a full house. If you need another beverage you can always go to the bar instead of the front. read more

Chris Madrid's - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Chris Madrid's--A San Antonio Icon. Hadn't been there in years and it was delicious just like I remembered it. Ordered the Cheeseburger and split the very fresh french fries. We arrived when they opened (we had a big party) and it got very busy. That's what happens when you serve great burgers. Oh and super reasonably priced. Thank you Chris Madrid's! We'll be back. read more

I was downtown with a car full of kids for the day, and was hearing how hungry they were. This was an amazing experience for all of us. I had been here with adults, but the children were so happy with their food read more

Chris Madrid's - In line to order - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Tried the cheesy burger and it was delicious! They dice the tomatoes instead of slicing them, game changer! Burger had great seasoning and was so fresh. The food came out very fast even on a Friday night. read more

Super cool place with great reviews. Very easy to order and lots of seating inside and outside. Staff was very friendly. The burger was good and very cheesy. The toppings were fresh. I wish I would've gotten a double burger. The cheese definitely overwhelmed the beef flavor. The only downside to my experience, was the fries. They were fresh cut fries, but we're just limp and greasy. Just not my style. Overall, the good burger place. read more

Chris Madrid's - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Nice casual spot, friendly service, lively ambiance, indoor and outdoor areas. Plenty of parking around. I had a mango margarita, not the best I've had but it gets the job done, and a cheese burger with jalapeños and fries. Prices are very reasonable, food came out quick, and it's tasty. read more

Chris Madrid's - Menu at the bar. You can also order food here - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Here's a heartfelt review foIf you're after a true taste of San Antonio, Chris Madrid's has been the spot since 1977--and it's more than just burgers; it's a whole lot of nostalgia, tradition, and genuine flavor. I've been coming here since I was a kid, brought by my grandma, who'd always smile and say, "Nothing like a burger with that good old government cheese." And she wasn't wrong. Their burgers have this incredible, juicy perfection with cheese that stretches and pulls just like you'd see in the cartoons--think Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles kind of cheese pull. The atmosphere is just as classic as the food. There's plenty of seating, both indoor and out, and the outdoor spaces are set up perfectly for sunny days or cool Texas nights. They even have a full bar with surprisingly solid drinks, so it's easy to make a whole outing out of a burger run here. Whenever I'm craving a burger, it's worth every minute of the drive to get here. There's just nothing quite like it. Great burgers, great drinks, and, most of all, great memories. Chris Madrid's isn't just a burger joint; it's a San Antonio classic. read more

Chris Madrid's - Burger - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

So today I came to Chris Madrids. I was looking for a burger spot in San Antonio while I'm down here for a visit and turned to TikTok to help me decide. I saw this spot and have come to the conclusion that SA influencers just LIE!!! This food was bland and everyone saying it's the best burger in SA is obviously tasteless. Fries were unseasoned though I will give them credit for being hand cut but they were flavorless. I got cheese on my fries and they put 2 pounds of cheese on them. The burger barely had any meat as I got the flaming jalapeño but it was filled with cheese. Tried the nachos which were yet again MID!!! Will I come back here? Probably not, should you come here? Probably not because I know SA has plenty of other good burgers read more

No point in ordering online! Once you arrive, only then do they start cooking it! Count on an extra 30min if it is busy. Food is good, service is what you'd expect at a burger joint. read more

If Freddy's Frozen Custard and Whataburger had a baby, this would be it. The burgers are decent. I like the way they dice the tomatoes and shred the lettuce. The burgers are generously stuffed with the veggies. You have to put your own mustard or mayo from the little packs. The fries are greasy, old fashioned almost like how grandma made them in the skillet back in the ghetto days on Southcross or Hackberry. read more

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Definitely a San Antonio classic that never disappoints. Fast service, fair pricing, delicious burgers, and casual sports environment describes Chris Madrid's. I have been to Chris Madrids many times and they always deliver.... If your looking for a great burger look no further!!! read more

Love coming to visit San Antonio. Chris Madrids is a must. The chalupa burger is a must. Definitely big enough to share.

I've heard many great things about this place and how they're one of the best! They were totally right! Burgers were pretty large and had very good flavor. Me and my partner decided to share a large fry and I was pleasantly surprised by its size it was a true large haha. The fries were homemade which was definitely a plus. I ordered a cheese burger with no onions and well they put onions.... That was the only downside. As far as service the cashier had a pleasant attitude. There were some employees standing around one had a very annoyed look on their face not sure what that was about. The place was pretty nice for a burger spot qand kind of eclectic and rustic. Overall a solid burger spot but I must admit Mr Juicy has my heart. read more

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Our family's go-to burger spot! The cheddar cheezy's are so good. The margaritas are strong. The music gives good vibes. And the kids will love their shakes! Ordering is on the left, bar is on the right, and there's both indoors and outdoor seating. They have some fans outside too on the hot days. Food is brought out to the table but you have to get condiments and fountain drinks yourself. Great burger spot! We'll always be back. read more

Chris Madrid's - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Been going there for 47 years. My favorite hamburger place and my family. Don forget the homemade fries and all that cheese. It's one of my happy place to go. So many memories made here. read more

Chris Madrid's - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

If you're in San Antonio and haven't had the Cheddar Cheezy at Chris Madrid's, you're seriously missing out. That burger is next level and absolutely worth every bite. Fries were perfectly crisp and salty. No notes... Just delicious greatness. read more

I was in San Antonio and researched what was the best burger in town. Chris Madrid's topped the list. Wow! What a great burger! It did not disappoint!! The service was friendly and wonderful as well. Very cool spot with lots of outdoors seating along with plenty of indoor seating. read more

Chris Madrid's - The signature "Cheddar Cheezy" burger -- lots of cheese, flavorful beef - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Much ado about Chris Madrid's First time at this spot. Everyone raves about the burgers. Honest opinion? It's giving me Whataburger. Big time. Thin beef patty with salt and pepper, check. Soft toasted buns, also check. Lettuce, tomato, and mustard. All the same as whataburger. Not to dismiss the burgers at all, just very very close. Even the shredded lettuce and diced onion that fall out of the bun. But, why on earth dice the tomato? More veg left behind than consumed. The fries should have been a cut above, pun intended, but they came out unsalted. Taste fail. read more

A family favorite for generations. Chris Madrid's never disappoints. Great service, fantastic food. It's always kinda crowded even mid afternoon especially on the weekends. Fortunately they pump the food out pretty fast. Burgers are perfection, truly, so simple and just done right. Everything is fresh, cooked just right, seasoned well. Additional seating and parking is appreciated as over the years it's gotten busier and busier. It's a classic, for a reason. Keep doing what y'all doing! read more

Chris Madrid's - Cheddar Cheezy - Burgers Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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