***delish food!!*** get the brisket fries!!! love this spot right off the freeway!!!! got the brisket fries! without! but to make it vegetarian i just asked for the brisket on the side! 100% vegetarian!! super happy also add green chilis!! sooo damn delicious!!! the best in town! do it. no more searching! read more

Dan's The Grub Shack - Cheesy Brisket Fries - Burgers Near Me - Atascadero, California

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We were back in Atascadero today and this time we intentionally sought out Dan's. Like our first visit, it was terrific, and we had a great late-afternoon dinner. First, service was awesome. Our server was incredibly friendly, welcoming both us and our dog, bringing her a big bowl of water along with our glasses. Then, she made sure we could order a special beef patty for her as well. We appreciate a place with a patio that not only allows dogs, but serves them as well. A+ for service! I ordered the brisket BBQ sandwich, no onions, and my wife ordered the kids grilled cheese and fries. My sandwich was huge, and prepared perfectly! The brisket was finely shredded and juicy, with cheddar cheese and just enough BBQ sauce on it to be delicious. (Also had BBQ sauce on the side.) The bread was soft and hearty. I enjoyed every bite. My wife's grilled cheese was served on thick slices of white bread with plenty of cheese. The fries were delicious as well, battered and fried so they were extra crispy. All in all, a terrific meal! The patio is small, only 2 tables just outside in the concrete hallway; nothing fancy. We were happy that it meant we could have our dog with us. Our server paid great attention, though as soon as we arrived, several other cars sent patrons inside the restaurant. We've had two great visits here and we will for sure be back! read more

Dan's The Grub Shack - As of 3/10/2024 - Burgers Near Me - Atascadero, California

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Nice little find on our way back from Moro Bay. A small little shop in what looked like a deserted strip mall, it was a pleasant surprise. We were the only customers there so the service was excellent. The food came fast and I saw the food cooked fresh. As for the food, three of us had the Gyros and they were good. Buffalo seasoning on then fries and tots is really good. Garlic fries were so so. Super strong garlic but no much flavor beyond that. Mom had the patty melt and she was not impressed. Lacked flavor. I guess burger didn't have any seasoning. Now the frog legs.... I mouthed to the lady behind the counter to send over an order of frog legs... (to mess with my family and I was curious too). She got it and brought them out quick. I'll just say it.... They were good. Tastes like chicken! Seasoning was good. I'd go back if I was in the area. One thing to know. It's pricey. Everything is separate. For a family of 6 each getting a sammich and fries and an order of frog legs and drinks.... $170. Average of $28 a person. read more

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One of the best BBQ and comfort food spots in SLO county (at least in my opinion)! I can't believe I'm just now getting around to writing a review for them as I've been here quite a few times and each time it's just as wonderful and delicious as the time before!!! Dan's Grub Shack is a total local's spot and in a somewhat abandoned parking lot but don't let that deceive you...This little, dare I say, hole in the wall is a foodies paradise! Plus, there is always a ton of parking available. :) Their pulled pork sandwich is freaking amazing and my husband absolutely loves(!!!) their cowboy burger with bacon, onion rings and BBQ sauce. This place has all the fixings for a good, hearty meal. The service is quick and everyone working is always friendly, patient, and helpful! One of our favorite spots to pick up dinner to-go or get delivered when we don't feel like cooking. Thanks always, Dans Grub Shack! read more

Wow, is this place a find. Dan has created a menu from guest favorites and his imagination, that will keep you coming back for Good Grub. While not actually a "shack", the restaurant is cozy and I'm told often has a wait. It's worth the wait. We had a Macaroni Bacon Cheeseburger, BBQ Beef Brisket Sandwich, and the kids' meal hamburger. The sandwiches as good as they sound (yes, even the kids' meal hamburger was very well prepared). Dan was on hand and a very friendly guy. He'll help you with your order and make you realize you are supporting a family-owned business. If you're visiting the mid-state area or just passing through town, The Grub Shack is definitely a place to enjoy. read more

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Did a yelp search for lunch and found Dan's the Grub Shack. Wow Dan and his staff were super friendly. Everything on the menu sounded good. I went with the BBQ brisket sandwich. It was delicious, meaty and not over sauce. The fries were crispy and yummy. My sandwich was big enough that I shared it with my husband. My son got the lids cheese burger and it was good size. The meat was well seasoned and tasted great. read more

Came here to try them out again. We ordered fish and chips and the bacon macaroni cheeseburger. The waitress was nice. Food did not take long to get. The fish and chips came out first. The flavor was good but the fish was overcooked and it was alittle tough. Then the burger came out. It was alittle greasy and over salted but the flavors were there. Just seemed over priced for what you got. Honestly not sure if we will be back. read more

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After moseying our day away wine tasting, my only thought was get to Dans. This was my only chance, since Dan's is not exactly convenient for us to drop in at whim. Great vibe here, and even better food! The old man saw the Meatloaf sandwich on Dutch crunch roll, and he stopped in his tracks. It was a good meatloaf recipe. I simply needed a good Bacon Cheese Burger. It was a great, basic burger, cooked to temp. We ordered one as a meal so we could try out those homemade potato chips. Delicious! You must not ignore these. And frankly, the onion rings were also so much better than most. Great service and great food. Glad we tried them. read more

Dan's The Grub Shack - Fabulously fresh, hot out of the fryer, potato chips. - Burgers Near Me - Atascadero, California

It's hard to find someone who loves their business the way I witness Dan love his. His whole heart is all over this place. The way he cares about the quality of his food and his service is undeniable. I had the Philly cheesesteak and fries. My mouth is watering just writing about it now. The fries were extra crispy and fresh and the bun on the Philly was toasted to perfection! read more

Best blue cheese salad dressing I've had in a long time. The Blue on Blue salad is simple but very good. Fish and chips were basic. Fish tasted fresh but not especially flavorful. French fries were the breaded type, and I'm not a great fan of Frozen breaded fries. Service was fast and extremely friendly. Convenient parking. read more

Dan's The Grub Shack - Burgers Near Me - Atascadero, California

Not to our liking at all! Used to love it! The server was a HOOT some fun guy that talked a lot! He made the meal but the food was subpar and mediocre and nothing we would come back again for sadly because we truly used to think it was great but something has changed Perhaps we will revisit again read more

Seeing some solid reviews on Yelp, my friends and I decided to try out Dan's The Grub Shack. There is plenty of parking outside the strip mall that the restaurant is in. The restaurant itself is pretty small on the inside and out, but has a lot of decorations on the wall which add a bit of character. It was empty when we got there, so it was a pretty quiet ambiance. The customer service was great, we were greeted as we got in, and they happily checked in on us several times. The issues we had with Dan's The Grub Shack come from the food, which was really a major let down. The Yelp reviews and photos look great, but what we got did not look or taste great. My friends and I ordered their Macaroni Bacon Cheeseburger and BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich. The Mac and cheese in the burger did not have much flavor, the patty was very thin, over cooked, and overly seasoned, and the bread did not pair very well. The BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich had similar problems, and didn't have much flavor. We were really bummed with our experience and although the customer service was good, the food was just not it. I will never stop hearing from my friends about Dan's The Grub Shack. read more

Dan's The Grub Shack - Macaroni Bacon Cheeseburger - Burgers Near Me - Atascadero, California

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Second time eating here for me, first time for my boyfriend, umpteenth time for my son. Portions are enough to provide 2 meals, something I count on when I eat out. Menu has a decent variety. They offer significantly more than just fried food. The food is flavorful and filling. Both times there was one person serving customers and appeared to be one cook. Today was Dan, the owner, and last time was a woman. They're great people! Friendly and just really nice. The Shack is small but that's ok. There's enough room for everyone. I can't recommend this place enough---the food is bomb and the portions are excellent. read more

This is our second time getting Dan's grub shack. Last time I tried the Mac and cheese burger. It was good but way too much cheese for my liking. I thought I would never say that. I thought there was going to be more than just the patty and cheese. It just tastes like a cheese burger. This time I got a cheese burger and fry. My husband got chicken strips, French fries and a side of onion rings on the side. The food was okay. Very basic nothing special. The fries are amazing. They seem to be triple fried. That are delicious. My husband said his chicken strips taste like frozen chicken strips. The food is also very overpriced for the quality. We paid almost $65 for this. Might be back for the fries. But that's about it. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The service was amazing! read more

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Excellent all around. It's hard to find as it is tucked into the old Kmart shopping center. But you will not be disappointed.

I had heard for years that Dan's Grub Shack served great food so my wife and I finally decided to give it a try - and I am so glad we did. I ordered the Ortega Cheeseburger (full 1/2 pounds of fresh ground beef) grilled perfectly with grilled onions and wife ordered the patty melt, also cooked perfectly. We also ordered the seasoned fries which are hand-cut and fresh. The menu is extensive and our server was great! Give it a try if you want great comfort food but be prepared to take a doggy bag home because of the large amount of food they serve. read more

When we are looking for our comfort food fix we head to Dan's. They have great special creations and their normal menu has a little something for everyone. Last night we got the New Yorker special and the Macaroni hot dog. Both were amazing! The waitress was awesome and very tentative. We love the mom and pop vibe where we can see the cook cooking away and even coming around to the dining area. It really gives you that home cooked feel. read more

Dan's The Grub Shack - The New Yorker special and I added krout - Burgers Near Me - Atascadero, California

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Great find for terrific burgers in a laidback strip mall in Atascadero. Burgers were perfect. Love the homemade potato chips that are ordered separately. Go for the burgers, not the ambience. It's a very casual mom/pop restaurant with the not a few tables. It's clean and the service is attentive. read more

I cannot believe we found this amazing place. My family/friends and I visited Pismo Beach for the weekend and decided to yelp some lunch. Everyone saw pictures of the mac and cheese burger so we drove to this amazing hole in the wall. Food - 10/10!!! I wasn't super hungry so I ordered a side salad, 1/2 order of fried artichokes and onions rings. SO DELISH!! Everything was well seasoned. It was the best friend artichokes I ever had. I LOVE beer battered onion rings, but this place even seasons the batter on top! They also make their own ranch and it was perfect. My husband ordered the mac and cheese burger and got tri-tip fries to go. The food was amazing!! Service - I saw one waitress at the moment and two cooks. The lady with glasses did amazing with the amount of people that were there. She even made recommendations and was super nice. Ambiance - The restaurant is a bit small, but very clean and nicely decorated. This restaurant is definitely a must go to when you are in the area. read more

Best place for crunchy French fries and Pastrami!! I had been craving deli fries for days!!! Previously I went to A-Town Diner and the fries I received were "alright." I would recommend Dan's over A-Town any day of the week. Prices are kind of high, but worth every penny. You want good food..You'll pay for good food. Also, The manager (Who I assume might actually be the owner) was very nice when I started feeling ill and gave my husband a cold water for me. He didn't ask any questions. He just up and got me water. Thank you for helping me and not making me feel weird about it. My cancer medications are often a struggle, and it was nice being treated like a normal person. read more

Dan's serves the ultimate hangover food. Their take out service is fast and consistent. The brisket fries are enough for 3.

We stopped here on an overland trip from So Cal to the central coast, and it was awesome! I got the Danimal burger over lettuce instead of a bun, it has linguica and hillbilly sauce. My son got a burger and it was giant and flavorful. Everything was great and the service was friendly and helpful. read more

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This place is no joke. The burgers are full of imagination and character. When's the last time you thought that about a menu? Not only is the menu well thought out but it's well executed. The fried foods are fried correct, the burgers are cooked perfectly and I'm sure if this place has a salad that the salad is tossed with care and precision, but who wants a salad when you can have a stacked burger? I would suggest this place to anyone who needs a healthy dose of insanely tasty food. Not okay for heart attack recovery. read more

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I like to at least pretend like I am trying hard to eat healthy the majority of the time, so I've avoided this spot up until now. Yeah, they have salads. I know. We finally stopped by for lunch today, and can see why they are popular. Dan and another gentleman greeted us right away, and were super friendly. I can see why they have so many loyal regulars (which the place soon filled with as we perused the menu). They treat everyone walking in like a old friend. The menu is huge, first of all. Kind of overwhelming! But not in a bad way . We opted to share a basket of the tater tots, which came out hot and perfectly crunchy on the outside without being at all greasy. My husband had the pulled pork sandwich with slaw, and I had the New Yorker burger (with krau, swiss, thousand island, and house made pastrami). The portions are HUGE, first of all. And it's a good thing that they put entire paper towel dispensers on the tables, because you will need to make full use of them. My husband enjoyed his pulled pork sandwich, especially once he put the pineapple slaw into it. My pastrami sandwich was a big goopy mess, but a very tasty mess with tons of cheese, kraut, and pastrami. After eating half of it, I am in need of a nap and probably a Lipitor. No regrets, though! Great spot for a (not so light) lunch. read more

Dan's The Grub Shack - Great, crispy (but not greasy) tots. - Burgers Near Me - Atascadero, California

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Food was DELICIOUS. FRESH and served quickly and hot. I had the fresh homemade pastrami sandwich. My husband had a HUGE half order of taco salad. EVERY time I go through Atascadero, I plan to stop. Close and convenient to the freeway also. Awesome hole in the wall! read more

A friend who works nearby recommended this as "best brisket in the county" and they were so right! We had it as a loco moko special, it was positively delicious. Lots of appealing other options, the regular hamburger assortment, but also less common things like frog legs!! We'll have to go back for that alone :-). Seriously, this isn't easy to find, hidden at the back of a mostly abandoned mall, but it's right off the San Anselmo 101 freeway exit, and well worth a detour. Even features a couple of shady outside tables, and very nice staff. read more

Oh My Gosh. Do NOT judge a book by it's cover. Dan's is in a slightly vacant and nondescript shopping plaza. I'm also pretty sure we watched a drug deal across the parking lot as we parked. No worries! Dan's is da bomb. What a great place. The menu is extensive and reasonably priced. The food comes out fast, hot, and delicious! Dan is great company and an amazing host. Prices are reasonable and the beer is cold! I had fish and chips and the hubby had a chicken sandwich that he's still talking about. My grandparents owned and ran a fish n chip shop back in Canada, so I have really high expectations. Dan's were perfect! Lightly dusted with a crispy coating, fresh, and plentiful. I look forward to eating my way through Dan's menu. read more

Best French dip! Best Philly & best pastrami! Nicest owner, clean, definitely will be back! read more

Dans grub shack was 5 From the environment- to the grub!! All the negative reviews are CRAZY !! This spot is perfect for your lunch break or grab some grub with your special someone. The owner is hilarious and very welcoming! The staff is sweet and hardworking. The food was really really good!! The fried artichoke hearts were to die for !! the chicken sandwich was HUGE I couldn't eat it all. But I brought the other half back to work and the guys scarffed it down !!!!! Great spot !!!! read more

Dan's The Grub Shack - Fried artichokes . - Burgers Near Me - Atascadero, California

So good so delicious so filling so much food such a good price super nice guy lots of variety going to come back got a come back going to bring the family! So glad we we decided to try Dans grub shack , we even drove up to Paso to check out some restaurants up there but nothing caught our eye, only that we had already seen the menu at Dans grub shack, that's why we came back. It's nothing fancy but it's delicious food and fun food different stuff like fried pickles, fried okra, frog legs,great sandwiches ,burgers fish and chips. Check out their menu online or drop by and pick one up and come back and try out some of the Best food in Atascadero/A -town. The owner is super friendly and likes to talk, he gives a lot of information on how he came up with many of his dishes and choices. read more

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Everything was incredible. We were in the area and read about this little restaurant with amazing service, fresh food, and the restaurant is full of artwork! read more

Awesome local business! The mac and cheese is to die for. I am from Alabama and I know my mac and cheese. The Hamburger was perfect and fish strips were awesome. Definitely a place to visit if you want to support local businesses. read more

Dan's The Grub Shack - Delicious Food!!! - Burgers Near Me - Atascadero, California

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Yummy gyro and fish and chips. Stopped for lunch on our way out of town. Service was great. Kind of a hole in the wall.

Food, service, ambience; it was all great. Enjoyed lunch here while in town. Hubby had a pastrami sandwich and OR; I had a BLT and fries.

Visited Dans back in early March. Wow was the food amazing. The location does not do it justice. It's in a very quiet parking lot back in a strip mall. We split the Mac and cheese and a cheese burger. Oh my lord, was it amazing. Give Dan's a try, if it's a burger your lookin for they got you covered. read more

Dan's The Grub Shack - Burger - Burgers Near Me - Atascadero, California

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Very friendly staff Menu is diverse and air is cool. Easy sitting cold Beer and Coca Cola products. read more

Visited from out of town with my grandchildren and stopped by this dining restaurant. Highly recommend this establishment for the food that has awesome flavors and variety of menu items. They gave very generous portions. My grandchildren also approved their kids menu. Dan is the man and the place to go when you're in this area. read more

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If you're looking to indulge yourself with the best burgers and fried food in the county, this is the spot. Every visit here I'm warmly greeted by the owner and welcomed to sit down at a table. They hand you a menu and immediately ask if you would like a drink, which just so happened to be an ice cold beer on a hot Atascadero Summer day. This is the type of menu where everything looks amazing and you have so many options, it can be tough to make a decision. On this trip I went with the Ortega Burger and a side of onion rings. I can't tell you how much joy this meal gave me. The most savory and delicious burger you can imagine. They also have a secret burger sauce that is more savory than your tradition sauce you would find elsewhere. It is incredible and makes the burger unique and special. I'd eat here once a week if I could, but would need to get in a good 4 mile run first so I could treat myself. If you haven't tried Dan's Grub Shack, do yourself a favor and make it a priority to try this epic food. read more

What an experience!! We loved taking the whole family to Dans on a Sunday after church!! My oldest son got the macaroni cheeseburger and was able to eat the whole thing he loved and devoured it! My other kids got kid meals and especially liked the tater tots! Service was so homey, very much a mom and pop feel! Like they have you covered! Really cool place, we will be back for sure! read more

Food: Everyone else's enjoyed their burger. The French dip was a little on the salty/black pepper side. Service: good Ambiance: small but enough table Parking: big enough Price: a little on the pricey end $16.99 for a burger with no side or drink but it's a must try when you're around this area read more

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