Oh Frank and Patty's. I love this spot. Funny enough, I didn't even like burgers until I had one here, and now I can't stop thinking about them. The menu is small but very intentionally focused. They offer smash burgers done right, the iconic Norfolk snap dog, ice-cold beers, wine, and classic cocktails, and the prices are honestly great for the quality. The space itself feels like an old-school local diner in the best way. Bar stools, cozy seating, and that nostalgic, no-frills vibe that makes you want to hang out longer than planned. It's small, so definitely expect a wait during busy times, but it's absolutely worth it. They also have outdoor seating, which will be clutch once the warm weather really kicks in. I ordered a Modelo, the F&P style fries, and the Mickey Burger. The fries are next-level, very much giving In-N-Out animal style vibes topped with grilled onions, Goodboy sauce, and cheese. I could eat those alone and be happy. The Mickey Burger comes with a double patty, cheese, Goodboy sauce, pickles, lettuce, onions, and a sesame bun. I subbed the raw onions for grilled onions (highly recommend), and it was perfection. Juicy, crispy-edged, flavorful ... everything a smash burger should be. I truly can't express how good this place is. The service was great, the food was unreal, and I'm already planning my next visit. Next time, I'm definitely trying their espresso martini. Frank and Patty's has officially turned me into a burger person, and I'm not mad about it. read more

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Out in Va Beach for the craft show and decided to get lunch while out there and stopped at Frank and Patty's. The Good: Really liked the food (dog for me and burger for my son) as well as fries each. I'm a little picky about my hot dogs but was very happy here. It had the perfect amount of ketsup, relish and mustard for me. Sons burger was very good too. Fries were pretty good but kind of pricey for the amount given. The Bad: Finding this place is a pain especially if you are not familiar with the beach area and the noise level is quite loud as it is inside a garage. The server (at the bar) was very friendly and it was a quick meal, under 30 minutes. Hindsite: only get 1 fry and save room for the banana pudding the next time. We will return for sure. read more

I don't understand the hype and all of these amazing reviews. It just goes to show that everyone's tastes are different. Frank & Patty's serves a variety of smash burgers (think Shake Shack) including one vegan option, as well as a hot dog option - hence the play on their creative name. Parking is awful, though. Onsite only has about six spots otherwise you're left to your own devices. That huge lot in front of the joint (to the right of Prosperity) is apparently off limits. The night we went, there was a parking attendant who shooed us away leaving us to park behind Lolly's down the street. After about a fifteen minute wait (not bad) my boyfriend and I were seated at the bar. This place is tiny inside. I believe it's horseshoe shaped but we didn't travel to the other side to see. On nice days, they have an outdoor patio (I think there's also an outdoor bar too) that probably gets great use. The staff all wore black and white and all had at least one tattoo as if that were a requirement to work there. The vibe was hipster and felt like a hangout for your twenties (with their sizable alcohol list), even though I saw plenty of families inside. Our waitress was nice (gorgeous flawless skin, by the way) but she left my water cup empty a bit too long before a refill, twice. A huge pet peeve of mine. I ordered their Patty Burger with the sauce on the side. If you're a fan of their sauce (I turned out not to be), you should request it on the side too as you get A LOT on the side. My boyfriend got the same burger with a side of fries covered in onions and cheese. Basically you paid double digits for a burger and had to pay extra for a side (fries or a wedge salad). The burger is served on a plate just a tad bigger than the bun. I guess this makes the burger look bigger. Sadly, after I ate it, it felt like a brick in my stomach for the rest of the evening. Bummer. My boyfriend loved his food, though. My two stars go to the pickles on the burger (circular and crunchy - the best) and the music playing while we ate (notably Billy Paul's "Me and Mrs. Jones" and The Mamas & the Papas "Dedicated to the One I Love"). I'm sure you can tell my age by that comment, haha. Frank & Patty's has a banana pudding and apple turnover dessert that sounded great, but my boyfriend opted to grab ice cream instead, considering we were already in Lolly's parking lot. read more

I. Fu€king. Love. This. Place. Frank and Patty's has the best burgers in VB hands down. And great drinks. And great fries. And great banana pudding. And great vibes. And great service. Go here. Actually don't. Because I don't like having to wait at my favorite spots. But seriously, they only do a few things, but they do them damn well. Burgers, dogs, fries, cocktails. All amazing. read more

Amazing smash burgers, love the simplicity of the menu, and the fries were crisp and perfect. Only negative is that service was slow when I went but would absolutely still return here. read more

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Amazing Food! My boyfriend and I came on a Friday night and it was pretty busy. It was a 30 minute wait but it went by fast. When seated, we sat outside because the inside can be pretty loud with music and just overall talking. The outside patio has a more relaxed atmosphere. The burgers were all excellent as far as freshness and taste. Fries were good as well, the fries have cheese, onions and their special sauce on top. The hot dog was just okay but if you're looking for a good smashburger place that is open late this is the best spot. read more

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Bomb.dot.com! Came here with my wife and overall really enjoyed it. We both went with the Mickey and an order of FP fries, and honestly everything was solid across the board. The burgers were cooked right, packed with flavor, and the fries definitely lived up to the hype. Drinks were a highlight too. The old fashioned was on point, not watered down and not overly sweet. My wife's espresso martini was excellent and easily one of the better ones she has had lately. The price point felt fair for what you get, especially considering the quality and portions. This is definitely a spot we would come back to. That said, the wait can be ridiculous at times. The food comes out pretty fast, so it is wild how long some people camp out at tables. There is only so much you can order. Eat, enjoy, and keep it moving so others can sit. Overall, great food and great drinks. It is worth the visit, just be prepared to wait if it is busy. read more

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Frank and Patty's is everything you could ask for when searching for burgers and fries! I recently visited after my company Christmas party and was immediately impressed with their "pop up" Christmas set-up. Their speciality holiday drinks and glasses are funny and delicious! Their smash burgers are fresh and delicious! The parking is limited and this is not someplace I would take a large group as their seating is limited. Highly recommended to visit this gem in Virginia Beach and definitely worth the wait if they're at capacity. read more

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It's interesting to see how places transform from their previous identities. What was once a Baby Izakaya is now Frank & Patty's and they are an absolute hit. You really can't go wrong with a stellar burger, hot dog, and fries. It's an All-American treat during each visit I usually order the Patricia and FP Style Fries. If I'm really hungry, I'll also order a chili cheese snap dog. I'm not even vegan, but the Patricia hits the spot. The food comes out pretty quickly thanks to easy assembly and it's just a great time I've been here for dinner, special DJ events, and most recently for their holiday pop-up bar. You can order tropical holiday drinks that come in absolutely adorable cups. I gotta warn yall tho, the drinks are STRONG LOL. So if you're expecting it to be cutesy and fruity, that's not what you're getting lol. Most of them are made with rum and the rum is rumming. I mean, it's worth the price lol. I might try a shot or the non-alcoholic drink next time. Just a nice lil visit to keep festive this season! Hope y'all get to check it out! read more

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My friend and I finally stopped into Frank & Patty's since it's been on our list for a while. The location itself is pretty unique, it's tucked in somewhat of an alley with very limited parking. Finding a spot was a little challenging, but luckily we found free street parking, which was a win. We were seated right away at the bar, and it was clear this place has a neighborhood vibe. The bartender seemed to know some of the locals, which was pretty cool. One thing we couldn't help but notice was the bar top lol. It was super sticky to the point where menus, phones, and anything else stuck right to it lol. We were told it's because of the tarnish they use, but it was definitely interesting lol. After looking over the menu, I ordered the Spicy Burger with FP Style Fries and a Margarita. The Margarita was on the tart side, my friend asked for extra agave to balance hers out. The Spicy Burger itself was amazing! I had them put the sweet pepper relish on the side, which was a good idea because I wasn't a fan, but everything else hit the spot. The FP Style Fries were equally delicious, the grilled onions were a great touch. We finished with the homemade Banana Pudding but unfortunately, it was a miss for both of us. It had a salty taste to it, maybe from sea salt or salted caramel, but we didn't enjoy it and it wasn't very sweet. Overall, my burger and fries were great and the service was excellent. I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area. read more

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Went here on Saturday around 8 pm, was able to park on the main street nearby since the restaurant lot was valet only. The inside is small and it was packed; there were only two seats at the bar left and just one table open, so we opted to sit at the table. We made it in just in time because shortly after we were seated, other people came in so I'm happy we snagged the table. It was raining outside so we couldn't sit out there. Definitely gives date night vibes here which I really liked. I decided to try the Patty burger (10/10) it was cheesy, soft, flavorful, and all around delicious. I absolutely loved my burger. The Spicy burger (10/10) was even more flavorful with the relish, definitely getting this one for myself next time I go. I also had the chili cheese fries (8/10) they were hot and fresh, but the chili definitely needed some spicy and I wasn't a fan of their cut of fries. They were like McDonald fries; I think crinkle fries would've been way better. Didn't try a drink this time, but I plan to when I go back. Service was good as well, we were frequently checked on by our waitress and they were friendly. I really enjoyed my meal and will def be returning in the future; gonna try and go on a nice weather day so I can sit outside. My overall rate of experience : 9/10 read more

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Came here on the late night after an event at the MOCA. Once we were carded at the door we took a seat and reviewed the menu. I ordered a Mai Tai and my man got a Mexican coke. 3 servers asked us if we were ready to be helped, eager to take our order which is nice to know we would've never been kept waiting lol. The Mai Tai ... well I have no notes it was everything and more, beautifully crafted. I was between the Patty Burger and the Spicy but ultimately got the Patty Burger to try for my first time. My man also got the Patty without pickles. The service was fast as our drinks and burgers came out pretty quickly. The burger was incredibly good. My teeth sunk in soo easily with every bite. The fries were good as well. They were what I like to call "McDonald's" style if you know you know. Although I enjoyed the burger as is, I knew I needed some caramelized onions and some jalapeños. These were the perfect additions to make the burger just how I like. The ambience was nice and intimate even full of people and I enjoyed our visit. Definitely looking forward to going back. read more

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Love the vibe here. Gets busy pretty quickly during the weekends. Had to wait 90 minutes but the food is great! Burgers. Fries. Franks. Das it. Das all you need. 5/5 read more

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Maybe I got the stick but my recent experience was not what Frank and Patty's used to be (or maybe it was an off night for them). Burgers: Huge miss. Ordered two burgers both of which should've had two patties (came with one). Burger was flabby and bland. Seriously could have gone to mcdonald's and received a similar comp. Fries: Not bad (what I expected with takeout). Chicken Fingers: These were really good. When dropping this kind of $$$ on a burger it's gotta be superior to fast food but that wasn't the case this time. read more

Frank & Patty's is the kind of hole in the wall spot that makes you feel like you've stumbled onto a secret menu item of life itself. Tucked away (think speakeasy vibes, minus the password), this place is all about the burger, and wow, they absolutely deliver. We both ordered the Patty Burger with a side of fries, and I'm still dreaming about that homemade sauce. It's rich and tangy, and the burger itself is crispy and juicy perfection, cooked just right, and is served just with pickles that actually complement instead of overwhelm. The fries were crispy and golden. It was a little early for me to indulge in a cocktail (personal rule!), but I already know I'll be back to test drive the drink menu. The dining area is small and cozy, but that's part of the charm. Our server was great, very friendly! Frank & Patty's is a must-try. Come hungry!!! read more

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Cool local hot dog and smash burger dive near VB oceanfront. I'd liken it to elevated "grown up" McDonalds, in a good way. $30 for 2 burgers (Mickey, Spicy) and yummy shoestring fries. FTR, there was a 75min wait for 2 people so we opted for to go. They do have a bar and patio but know the hostess queues all seats including bar. read more

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Now thisss is a smash burger!!! Smashed, but still JUICY! Definitely a packed spot on the weekends. read more

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So my husband LOVES Frank and Patty's. He's a regular and has been here dozens of times. He likes to come late at night and get a kid's cheeseburger and I always get the chicken tenders brought home with both their honey mustard and ranch bc both are wonderful. I've probably had the tendies about 10x and they're always wonderful and flavor is consistent. Today, we stopped in for lunch and it wasn't super crowded which was good bc we had our baby, they seated us at their bar area and the waitress was a sweetheart. It's cute inside, simple, but clean. The menu is small, by design, and simple. I had a wedge salad and the tendies (of course). They have several burgers and hot dogs on the menu, as the name implies, and a few desserts. They also have alcohol and will be expanding into the store next door. They have outdoor seating on a cute back patio with firefly lights. Love, love, love! The wedge is one of the best in town! read more

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The place was great. The service on the food was quick. The staff was very friendly and gave there recommendations. The ambiance was very chill, laid back and gave good hole in the wall vibes. The music was good. Is a good place to recharge after a hard night of training. All in all 10/10 read more

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Came on a weekday so it wasn't as busy and we were able to grab seats. Note - there is very little seating inside but they do have some tables outside to eat. We were able to quickly order with the server and got our food really fast. The burger was juicy, fresh and delicious. Loved everything about it, it was classic and simple and all done correctly and could have probably had another one, it was good! Surprised that it took us this long to come try it but it won't be our last. Everyone was super friendly and it inside was small and quaint. They are open until pretty late during the weekends so it's a great spot to grab good eats after the bar! read more

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My friend and I have been hearing so much about Frank and Patty's, and we finally had the chance to check it out! It's a very small spot, but definitely has that cozy neighborhood charm. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly by the hostess, and the bartender welcomed us right away when we sat at the bar. Service was attentive, and I love that they make a lot of their items in-house. We decided to start with margaritas. Mine was a little sour for my taste, but the bartender kindly added a touch more agave to balance it out, which I appreciated. For food, I went with the Patty Smash Burger (no cheese for me), and it was excellent! The fries were crisp and flavorful, and the homemade sauce on the burger really stood out. Everything came out quickly, fresh, and delicious. Since the space inside is pretty small, I imagine weekends could get busy, but there's also a super cute outdoor seating area with lights that would be perfect on a nice evening. We also tried the banana pudding. While I wasn't a huge fan (desserts are tough to win me over since I used to bake professionally at home), I love that they make it on site. Still, the effort is appreciated, and I'd always encourage trying it for yourself. Overall, Frank and Patty's is a spot I'd definitely return to. Great service, fresh food, and a fun neighborhood vibe--it's the kind of place that makes you feel right at home. read more

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Dined here on Friday 02/28/2025. This has been on my radar and I am on the hunt for the best smashburger in the 757 and finally had a chance to go with a friend and her family. Total of 4 peeps. When arriving realized that this is in the same spot that was once Baby Izakaya, the sister restaurant for Alkaline, which unfortunately was not able to try when they were open. Upon walking up, there is a sign directing you to go to the back to enter. In the back is cute little courtyard with picnic tables for outdoor dining. It was to cold for that but I could definitely see this being a nice spot when the weather is better. When you walk in there is a little corridor that asks you to please wait to be seated and a nice young man asks how many and lets us know it will probably be around 20min wait, while we wait we peruse the menu, my friend has already been here before with her hubby and raved about the burger and banana pudding. There are no tables inside, it is basically a counter overlooking the grill on one side and a counter on the other side, it is nicely decorate and they are jamming to some 80's tunes that are bringing me back. We are seated at the counter by the wall and everyone looks to be enjoying their burgers and the staff is hustling and immediately asks us what we would like to order and we are not quite ready and they are like its ok take your time and they will bring us water. I decide on the Painkiller drink to start and my friends get the Old fashioned. I order the Mickey and Chili Cheese fries and as we wait for our food the music is just making me feel so nostalgic and enjoying my Painkiller which has a good kick....Mmmm! Fries come first and I am enjoying them, the chili is more like hot dog chili and shredded cheese. The fries are crispy, the chili was OK for me but that is my opinion, nothing wrong with it at all. I will just get the fries plain next time. Now comes our burgers and let me tell you that smash burger did not disappoint at all, nice and thin with crispy edges exactly what a smash burger should be and then some. I just kept mmmm mmmm mmmm to myself. The Mickey is described as "double patty, cheese, goodboy sauce, pickles, lettuce, tomato, onions, sesame bun". My burger was not overly sauced and all the toppings were so fresh. This just made it to my #1 for smash burgers. Erica our waitress was just awesome and kept checking on us ( (granted all of them were great and working tandemly, which to me makes a restaurant awesome) and when she asked would we like dessert, my friends ordered the Banana pudding which they had raved about. I am not particularly a banana person but I did try a bite and it was very good but let me tell you about the dessert I had. She mentions they have apple turnover as well so I order that. OMG this dessert is everything that McD apple pie wishes it was! I was expecting a triangle shaped pastry but what I got was two fried apple hand pies topped with whipped cream and caramel sauce! That fried crust was nice and crispy and apple filling delish!! I want one now while I type this lol! I cannot wait to go back and eat this deliciousness all over again! read more

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The food is so consistant and delicious. We had the wedge salad, a norfolk snap dog (added dill relish and onion), a Patty Burger and a Mickey Burger with a side of fries... the FRIES ARE LIKE MCDONALD'S... BUT BETTER. Service is friendly, very attentive and very fast, as they are always very busy. They have valet. We sat at the bar with tables behind us and lots of other happy diners. Music was good, its clean and has a full bar. Look forward to going back. read more

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Was looking for a quick bite and had a taste for a burger. Saw this place mentioned as having a great smashed burger and had to check it out for myself. It's a small space so there was a little bit of wait for seating. Luckily for me a bar seat became available. I forgot to mention since it was NYE's I was able to catch the last of the holiday decor and drinks. To drink I got the frost bite which came in this holiday shark cup. It was tequila, pineapple, lime, cranberry syrup, sage and spiced cranberry bitters. To eat I went with the Mickey, double patty, cheese, lettuce, pickles, onions and good boy sauce on a sesame boy. The burger had a nice charred crisp but was still juicy. I loved it automatically came with two patties. Unfortunately, fries are separate but I enjoyed them as they were crispy with just the right amount of salt. The bar staff was very friendly and attentive. I would definitely come back if I visit the area again. read more

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Everything here is amazing! I haven't tried a "frank" yet because the burgers have me in a chokehold. If you're in a group the chicken tenders are a great appetizer. Bonus points for the ranch!! Top tier. Last time I went I sat at the bar, and they were juicing limes for their margarita. My go to is the Mickey with FP style fries. The servers have always been quick and so kind. The garage door windows being open on a sunny day makes for the best vibe to go with a good smash burger and fries! read more

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Went on a Friday night around 8pm. Small place so it was busy- 45 min wait or we could order Togo! Which we did, burger was awesome- fries were hot and fresh! Awesome place and cool vibe! read more

3.5 stars for me the place is cool, staff is friendly or the most part. there are maybe 10 seats inside and the majority of their seating is outside on a patio... it is so inadequately equipped to be an option in anything at night or under 50°. they had 2 standing heaters and some string lights so it was dark and freezing. my friend and i were excited to see the vegan burger option and we both ordered it. it was pretty good but also the most expensive burger on the menu which is kind crazy to me especially when a little side of fries is an extra $5. read more

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Listen... I may have discovered the greatest fry hack of all time, and I'm not gatekeeping. Slide that spicy sauce on top of your fries. Not on the side. Not as a dip. Right on top. Trust me. I don't even know what the sauce is exactly, some kind of creamy, spicy magic, but once it hit those hot, crispy fries, it was over. The flavor? Next-level. The heat? Just enough to make you sit up straight but not enough to overpower. It's the perfect bite every single time. It's not on the menu like that, I just did it. And honestly? I'm never going back. If I'm going to "waste carbs," it's going to be worth it. And this? Totally worth it. Frank & Patty's already crushes it with their smash burgers and iconic dogs, but this spicy fry combo? That's my personal masterpiece. Try it once and you'll be hooked. read more

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They have inside and outside seating. We thought probably saying we would be okay would have them sit us sooner but they do not. They go in order as clients come in... so we waited 20 min to get seated at a table that had been available the whole time we were waiting. The food was nothing to go out of my way, thankfully we were around the corner when someone referred that spot to us. The hotdogs are about $3.50 each and all the add ons are about $.50 cents not worth it. The burgers are fresh, they were good, the patties were well seasoned... but for my spicy burger, spicy doesn't necessarily mean spicy it just had thinly sliced fresh jalapeño, good but not spicy. My favorite item were the chili cheese fries, they were thin crunchy and I very much like chili cheese on my fries. The server, served, nothing special. If you're in the area and are craving a burger I would recommend you to go, but if you're not in the area I wouldn't recommend for you to go out of your way. Also they have about 5 parking spots next to the building and parking somewhere else so if you hate the uncertainty of finding parking ummm this is also not your place. There's not a 3.5 but that would be my actual rating. read more

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Hands down my most favorite place in the 757 to eat. It's simple, quick and absolutely delicious. I can't even count how many times I've been here in such a short amount of time. I love the aesthetics of the diner. Staff is always alert and friendly. Not a big space but gets the job done! Love it here. read more

It felt as if I was in an adult themed version of the Krusty Krab. The bartenders were amazing and the food was great. I got one drink and the Mickey with some fries and it left me feeling very satisfied. This is definitely a place I would come back to. read more

Best smash burger in VB! Went around lunchtime and there was not many people inside so the service was great. I loved the music and the bar had many different whisky options for those who like that type of bar. Overall great food and great environment read more

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The gluten free bread is the worst I've had on a burger. As soon as I grabbed it, it fell apart. I couldn't even grab my burger without trying to put it together each time. Also they didn't include ketchup with my order. I thought they would have as my to go order stapled up so I couldn't even really see inside until I got home. read more

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Fast, friendly service and an awesome atmosphere. The cocktails are expertly made, and the burgers are absolutely amazing--juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. Definitely a place worth coming back to. read more

Small diner like establishment with great cocktails and food. The staff is super nice and welcoming. Everyone we saw that sat at the bar gave the bartender a high five like he knew his regulars and thats super wholesome. Food was exceptional! My husband and i both ordered the mickey and this thing was top notch. Best Burger we have had in the 757 to date! Fries were Okay. Next time im going to try them with chili and cheese for that added razzle dazzle. Drinks were handcrafted to perfection. I tried the Mai Tia and my husband had thr spicy margarita. Both were super good! Please do yourself a favor and try out Frank and Patty's! You won't regret it read more

The wieners were wienering! Seriously though, they were really delicious and the loaded fries topped everything off. The service was kind and friendly and moved at a fast pace. We sat at the food bar and it was really cool watching them put everything together in front of us. read more

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This place is cute, the atmosphere was fun for the holiday season and very smaller place . I was lucky to grab a place at the bar, the drink I chose was mediocre, coco hohoho (just not my thing) & the food was very disappointing though. The hotdog was great but the bread was not even soft and broke in half before I even got to bite into it. I also got cheeses fries but the cheese tasted like a spicy nacho cheese you used for nachos which threw me off. Not really sure what the hype is although everyone who I encountered was super nice friendly and had a great attitude! They def florish in that department! read more

Wowwwweeee this place is awesome. We were looking for a place that had vegan options and Frank & Patty's fit the bill. First off, I'm not sure whether or not Frank & Patty's puts lavender or some other herbs in their water, but the water was delicious (which is an odd thing to say, I know) and it left a good impression. Their vegetarian burger was absolutely delicious and all of the portions were perfect. We left feeling full but not overstuffed I wish we had a place like this in Richmond! read more

Wow this burger has it all! Perfect crispy exterior, and juicy beef. The good boy sauce resembles the Big Mac sauce. Perfect amount of cheese melted in the patties. A seriously good burger! Small joint, HACK- order from Vibrant Brewery across the street for larger groups and walk it over and have some beers along with it! read more

This was my first time at Frank and Patty's and I'm delighted to say I will be back. The place is small and intimate. You have a one way entrance and exit. Upon entering we were immediately greeted and sat at the bar. We were served by a male bartender and he was really kind, and worked quickly. The menu is pretty limited fries, burgers, and tenders but that's okay. That their niche and it works well. The burgers are okay. Could use a little more flavor but I understand serving the masses. Our burger had a few missing items. When we made mention of this it was corrected immediately with an apology. They were pretty chill so we didn't mind at all. read more