I'm going to update my 5 star review from years ago to "yes" still another 5 stars. If I could I would exceed the 5 stars. This burger joint is on point!!!!! I ordered an "All star combo" You get a fresh flavourful homemade burger And Let me separate the word "flavourful " YES. It is full of flavour. You also get a side of fries and a soft drink. All for $16.55 plus tax. Let me tell you it is well worth the price. And The fries are house cut and ridiculously good. Honestly the fries might have been better than the burger. Not to say the burger was bad. It too was phenomenal. I love establishments like this. Local, fresh ingredients and great fast service. I'll definitely be back and I hope to see you there too yelpers. read more

Golden Star Restaurant - All star burger with fresh toppings. - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

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This place has been around forever. My most recent visit was nothing to write home about. The burger was great. BLT not so much. Poutine was good. Very heavy on the gravy. The staff got took orders quickly, and food was ready very quickly too. We dined in. The decor is very retro feeling. The restaurant needs some better ventilation. Very heavy oil smell in the whole place. We left the place smelling of oil, and we weren't there for more than 20 minutes. read more

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Visiting from out of town, this place was conveniently close to our hotel. The restaurant did have a noticeable smell, but it was spacious and decent for a quick bite before heading out to tour Canada. The service was standard - staff were straightforward but not especially friendly. The poutine was alright for a fast-food spot, and the prices were very affordable. Overall, a convenient and solid stop. read more

Golden Star Restaurant - Burgers and poutine - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

Have never been. Passed the spot hundreds of times. Went for lunch yesterday and loved it. Classic, old school style burger place. 6 oz burger plenty big enough, fries large enough to share. Poutine gravy delicious. You can taste the charcoal in just the right way. House made bbq and hot sauce both very good, caramelized onions exactly right. All made to order as you wait. Delicious. Will go again. Note - not smash burger - and that's not a bad thing. Parking on site but was full at lunch by 12:05. read more

I ordered the 6oz burger, and it was just the right amount of food for me. Since I got the combo, it came with fries and a small drink. As always, the burger was fresh and had that signature smoky flavor. The fries were a generous portion, which was a nice bonus. The only thing I'd change is the amount of sauce--I wish there had been a bit more. But I'm sure if you ask for extra, they'd be happy to accommodate. The interior has a classic diner vibe, with nostalgic touches like old signage, posters, and newspapers. They also play old-school classics, which really adds to the atmosphere. The overall ambience is calm and inviting, making it a great escape from the busyness of everyday life read more

Golden Star Restaurant - 6oz burger - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

Good burgers, old fashioned style. I ordered without the bun and it was a good bowl for keto. Would have been great if they were a bit more generous with the veggies read more

Been here twice now. Their advertising is basically the heavenly smell of charcoal grilled meat as you pass by the restaurant. For slightly under $20 you can get a 2x6oz charcoal grilled burger with a fried egg on top and chipotle mayo on the side as a dip for the meat. I would be cracking the yolk and let it drizzle over the meat to cook it a little when it is hot. Perfect for the anti-vegan. Though I did cheat a bit by adding some sautéed mushroom and a mocha capuchins milkshake to share with my son. Which ends up being $25. Line up can get long but moves quickly. The parking lot is limited so you can always park at the mall across the street if you are desperate for a proper burger. If I am soloing I may replace the mushroom with bacon or add a slice of mozzarella. It may not be money worth but I would be willing to spend a bit to support this local business. There are few of them left so it would be prudent for those that can to support them. read more

Golden Star Restaurant - 12oz well 2x6oz MVP burger topped with fried egg and sautéed mushrooms in a bowl. Nearly perfect for carnivore. - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

The 60-year legend Burger stop of Thornhill. Still cranking out incredible flame broiled burgers. One of the few Legends left in Toronto that are family owned and operated. It is a must if you love classic burgers. The place is nothing fancy as it hasn't been upgraded or renovated in the past 40 to 50 years. It is a Time Warp to bring you back to what things used to look like and how things were operated once upon a Time. Service here is straightforward as they offer a quick checkout service line and you just get your burger on the other end of the line.. What was once a cash only now accepts debit card. The burgers and fries are a must-have. My favorite is the VIP burger which is a whopping 12 oz with all the fixins. Lunch will set you back 15 to $25 per person which is the norm these days for a real burger. read more

Now, $27 for a burger combo might sound like a plot twist in the culinary universe, but let me unravel the epic saga behind it. Picture a grill that has seen more action than a Netflix series, manned by three generations of grill masters - it's not just a deli; it's a multi-generational BBQ bonanza. Now, let's dissect this burger fantasy: take the flame-broiled allure of a Whopper, inject it with flavor-enhancing steroids, place it on a patty so homemade it has its own family tree then throw on a second one like its ur favourite second cousin, and throw in a list of free toppings longer than your weekend to-do list. But wait, there's more - add sautéed mushrooms and cheese because, why not? What you get is not just a burger; it's a gastronomic odyssey fit for a king - and no, not the Burger King. This isn't just a meal; it's a comedy of flavors, and at $27, it's the best stand-up show your taste buds will ever experience. read more

Sorry Frank. You're pride and joy is not the same anymore. Since covid, all has gone downhill here. For 41 years this was my go to place and I have to say it will never be again. I'm not allowed to dress my burger how I want it, and have to tell the cashier how I want it. I'm very specific with how I like my burger dressed and for 41 years this was never an issue. no matter how much I say at the cash the specifics, it inevitably gets screwed up. There's no point anymore. To constantly eat a soggy burger with the wrong condiments and wrong amounts because B at the cash can't listen properly and relay the information. When I ask for a tiny bit of something it does not mean to waterboard my burger with it. Covid is over guys. I wish you all the best. RIP Goldenstar. read more

Food is still yummy but holy shrinkflation. The homeburger used to be 50% bigger and falling out of bun which was also bigger. It's now the size of a Wendy's burger. Also, the bun wasn't fresh . Disappointing read more

Visited my sacred Golden Star that I have going to for over 30 years. I have always praised this as Torontos best. I know the owner frequently checks the posts. Same guy working the cash register. He is a beauty!!Why have you changed something that has worked for so many years The burger Patty itself is still great!! When I got my burger yesterday Sept 20 2024 I nearly cried. The bun looks like a McDonalds special. My toppings were so light. They used to pile them on. Mister cash register man. Please go back to the OG. Your grandfather kept this going because people wanted a quality product. Fries were smaller portions and the onion rings were undercooked My memories will always be in my heart, but last night was a disappointment. read more

It's been a while since we ate there, and it was nothing like before. Extremely disappointed. Fish and chips were so dry and overcooked- it looked like a cheap food court order. The chips were actually absolutely disgusting- not crunchy at all, no salt and no seasoning. It was even cut badly. Totally inedible. Steak sandwich on kaiser was ok, but pretty small. Sweet potato fries were limp and bland as well. The burgers were ok. read more

We drove by this place down Yonge Street for the past 15 years and one day we finally decided to give it a shot. First impression- Did I time travelled back to the 60s? Everything has the retro diner feel still, from the printed label menu to the bench seats. Tried out their All-Star burger w/ onion rings, as well as steak Kaiser. Juicy and non frozen patty. Patty had the umami flavour from the beef. But not as charred and it would have brought out the flavour a little more. Steak was cooked medium-rare to medium, yet very tender despite being folded in half in each bite. Extremely friendly staff, you felt the "we are family" vibe with just the minimal interactions you have. read more

Saw someone on tick-tock review this place for their burger and had a craving so a quick drive later and here I am. This place is definitely established, as in it's been here forever. Staff was very friendly, took my order right away and by the time I got to the first paragraph my order was ready. Ordered a burger with bacon and the usual toppings, fries, gravy because why not and a root beer. Food smells amazing, a quick hand full of fries from the bag didn't disappoint. Thick cut, nice and crispy but they could learn a thing or two from five guys and throw some extra in the bag. The gravy is thick and flavoured but was too much for the small amount of fries. The bottom bun was a bit soggy by the time I got home to eat my tasty burger which was disappointing because I only live 10 minutes away from this spot. It was however very well seasoned and hit the greasy spoon itch I was trying to g to scratch. Would definitely recommend trying this place, especially on a night when you just want a quick inexpensive burger. All inclusive with tip was under $25 read more

Golden Star Restaurant - Hamburger, fries, gravy and root beer - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

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Are you Hungry? I MEAN really hungry...? Goldenstar Restaurant is truly one of a kind and makes one the best burgers! I have gone and ordered many times their burgers and hot dogs and even steak on a kaiser. This restaurant is amazing. Even on delivery they do not disappoint. I have fallen in love with this place I have used Skip and Door Dash to order such dishes and truly amazing. Love how they added a triple burger item now as well in 2022. Their menu selection keep growing and their milkshakes are fabulous as well. So if you need to eat a burger charcoal and just grilled to perfection Goldenstar is all you ever need! Charcoal Grilled Burgers and Hot Dogs! read more

Golden Star Restaurant - It's not always pretty, but YES, it is..that good.. - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

Old school burger joint serving up delicious made to order burgers. First time trying, had their cheese burger with fries and it was pretty good. read more

Golden Star Restaurant - Classic burger with cheese - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

We're back bois! It's the day before thanksgiving and it's been 9 months since our last review. We have been holed up, separated from each other, and the worst part about it all was that we couldn't eat food together. But tomorrow is the anniversary of Jesus of Nazath's last supper, so there isnt anything that's going to stop us from indulging in a big, juicy, burger (we ordered takeout, be safe kids). We both ordered the 6oz All Star burger (N ordered with barbeque sauce and pickles). The 6oz is more than enough for you small bellies out there. The 12oz is only for the unga bunga dothraki warriors. The burger was kissed by Spongebob himself, the real fry cook. It was hardy, but it was not greasy, it did not leave us reaching for the jug of water and it was full of flavour. It's hard to find a burger this good, at this price and at this portion. The bbq sauce was top-notch, would recommend . The apple turnover was not too sweet, which is the way we like it. Definately up there with the McDonald's apple pie. It was super crunchy, without a soggy interior and it was clear the sweetness was the natural sweetness of the apples. The strawberry shake was your standard strawberry shake with all its creamy, refreshing, goodness one needs to hit the spot. The best way to sum up our eating experience is with the following poem we wrote: First sip of the strawberry shake: "that's a nut". First bite of the burger: "that's a nut." First bite of apple tunover: "that's a nut." In coclusion, it's a nut, 5/5. - XOXO, N&G read more

Golden Star Restaurant - Two burgers, a shake and an apple turnover. - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

they make the bottom bun soggy by putting the sauce Toppings on the bottom bun.....as the burger is still frying, and then put the juicy meat on top of the half soaked wet bottom bun, so the bottom starts to fall apart even before the first bite. they make you choose your toppings from a list as you order, instead of when you are standing in front of the selection, so you don't get a chance to say "hey, no, put the lettuce on the bottom bun first, then the onions, a bit more onions, no not triple, just , yeah, ok thanks, then tomato, one more please, please not that green one, no, not 3 more, just one, then the patty, ok, mustard, mayo and relish, then top bun." read more

I had an okay burger. Not bad, not great. So I am wondering if a new cook made my meal. I was expecting a stellar charcoal grilled burger as per past reviews but instead I got a burger bordering on bland. Most of the flavor came from the tomato I had on there. Also, everything that was on that burger (bun, patty, cheese, tomato, lettuce, pickels) was soft so no other texture. I paid $16 for an order of burger and fries. What I can say is the fries were fresh and they gave us a lot of it. The servers were very nice. Only the guy working the cash register wore a mask. I can imagine how hot it would be for the cook to wear a mask but maybe the guy handling the condiments/cold items should wear a mask as well? I really wanted to like this place as I live pretty close but I dont think I will be coming back. read more

Golden Star Restaurant - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

It's been few year since I came here. Took a bite and the burger has no taste at all. The 6 oz makes the bun look big . For $9.50 a burger with no cheese and no taste you better step up because I can easily go to Burger King and get a road king burger which is almost twice as big with cheese and bacon for $9.50!!! Otherwise service was good. read more

Finally! Got the chance to taste their burger that my partner was bragging at me all this time. The service is good, ambiance is very realistically different and 100% the food is sooooo good! First time here and definitely be back soon! read more

Golden Star Restaurant - Homemade Allstar Burger - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

If you love burgers then you gotta try golden star. Its family run and service is great. I would recommend the home made burger with fries and onion rings. They have various sauces you can try. The only topping I would push for is caramelized onions. But it's a great local place and not the typical chain burgers. read more

Been coming here for years and it's my go-to comfort food. Not sure a greasy burger should be my comfort food, but their burger and fries are best of the best. You can't go wrong with a visit to Golden Star! read more

Almost 60 years in service and still going strong. Rated the top five burger in the GTA. Big place and plenty of legroom. Lots of parking and outside dining to boot. The burger was world-class and not greasy at all. Visit a landmark. I will give it a five if they renovated. Maybe it's purposely done like that, I don't know. read more

Golden Star Restaurant - Great burger - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

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The place is very retro feel, you order your burgers when you enter off printed label menus behind the cash. The prices are fairly inflated but the size of your food is also very hefty too. If you are hungry, the poutine and burger combo with drink can run you for 19 dollars. I had the regular hamburger, they mentioned it'll be kiddy sized but I felt like it was a good amount. Mostly just a snack for 7 dollars. The toppings are fresh, pickles have nice crunch and the burger is very nicely broiled. You can definately taste the char. Only problem I had was that the meat was very salty and my mouth felt dry the rest of the day, even after two cups of water. read more

Golden Star Restaurant - Hamburger with all toppings - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

Stopped in with my hubby on the route back from Kingston over to his parents house in Caledon. Love that they offer a veggie burger option here! Fries and beef burgers are homemade plus they offer lots of milkshake flavours as well. As others have noted, this spot is cash only so be sure to bring your bills. We sat out front under an umbrella on their patio space and really enjoyed our lunch break. Would return again if in the area! read more

Dry, bland burger; small and flat with a big bun. Debit and cash only and they try to guilt tip , depsite the restaurant having no servers. Seriously don't know what the hype is. read more

As you might know I'm a sucker for a classic old school burger, I most definitely had to check Golden Star burgers out especially since people in the area constantly rave about them. 1. The old school aspect definitely gets a check here. It looks like the place hasn't really changed much. The menu is has those individual lettering. 2. Prices are pretty old school as well. 3. Options; all the options reminded me of those old school burger joints. Fries, onion rings, charred burgers etc I ordered a 6oz burger with the usual burger toppings. I also had to order onion rings (only because I was really craving them). Oh, before I forget - CASH ONLY. The fry guy called my name probably 10 minutes after I ordered. The burgers came in those red baskets and I quickly took a big bite. The bun was soft, all the toppings were good, the meat was not bad. I wouldn't come back only because there are so many good classic burger joints that might do it better. I didn't feel as it was that good, it's a pretty decent burger but the hype is a bit much. Also I had to drop by jacket off at the dry-cleaners because it really smelled like grease, so leave your jackets in the car! Keep Eating, Angela read more

Golden Star Restaurant - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

The burgers are so yummy and different from everywhere else since they are cooked with charcoal and the smoky taste make them so different. The staff are always nice and friendly. The service is fast. However the ambience is very simple and old kind of seats and not fancy at all. Very nice for a family burger night. read more

Solid burger. Has the 12oz mvp with cheese, bacon, and egg. It's messy. Real messy. Like you need a bib and tarp your surroundings. Don't wear clothes that you care about if you want to pick this up. Taste wise it was good. Perhaps a bit too sloppy for me but definitely good. read more

Golden Star Restaurant - 12 oz MVP with bacon, cheese and egg. - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

hmmm hmmmm nom nom nom... Stuffing my face with All Star Burger ($5.95) with all the condiments and onions falling everywhere... that's the enjoyment of eating this sloppy burger alone. The beef has so much bite and it is thick..so it still stay moist and juicy inside. Just love the charcoaled marks on my meat!!! Golden Star's All Star Burger is sure an All Star in my burger list! The interior does have a certain charm... dated.. and familiar... And even the guys that fix my burger looks perfectly retro in his blue uniform... Cash only! read more

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I've driven past this burger joint for years now and have always wanted to give it a try as it gave off a strong retro classic burger vibe. I came for takeout as dine in was not possible due to the lock down. I ordered the all star classic 6oz burger with onion rings and a mocha milk shake. It added up to be 18$ and it was not in a combo form. I ordered takeout and unfortunately they had given me fries instead of onion rings but by the time I had found out I was already home. Honestly though the fires were delicious. In comparison they reminded me of swiss chalet fries but crispier. The burger was delicious and got everything right! It tasted like burgers straight from a barbecue. The only complaint if I were to have any was that the milkshake was very underwhelming. I think it comes straight from a machine as the staff made it very quickly. But for 3$ it was pretty good. I would definitely recommend this spot and you will definitely see me there. I have tried several burger places in the GTA area and this place tops pretty much all of them in my opinion. read more

This restaurant received a lot of hype from my coworkers so I figured I'd give it a go. The decor is similar to that of an old diner and more like something you'd see closer to cottage country than in Toronto. That being said, there is plenty of seating both indoors and on the patio. The service was quick, friendly and somewhat funny with just the right amount of cheek from the burger assembly guy. I ordered a burger combo and added cheese and bacon bringing my bill to $10.11 after tax. It's important to note that they only accept cash here, which kind of threw me because I hardly ever carry cash. They do have an ATM machine on site but let's face it, anyone that values the security of their debit card would NEVER use one of these! Thankfully, my (dear, sweet, kindhearted) friend spotted me a tenner so I wouldn't have to spend the afternoon washing dishes. We proceeded to the condiment aisle (which is quite similar to the set up at Harvey's) to have our burgers dressed and off we went. Now, as you may have seen from my previous reviews, I do suffer from the occassional burger craving. Unfortunately, this would not have satisfied that craving. The patty, although seasoned nicely, was very thin and somewhat reminiscent of the processed burgers I used to get in my high school cafeteria. I'm not saying it tasted bad, it didn't... but I didn't get the impression that it was a homemade burger. It wasn't thick and juicy like I've read in other reviews of this restaurant... messy, yes (make sure you have plenty of napkins!) but that was more from the condiments I selected. The fries, on the other hand, seemed to be hand cut and were cooked nicely. I can't say that I was overly impressed with my experience at Golden Star. For now, I will have to give them a 2 (and a half) star because although I have experienced better, I will give them another shot and try something different. read more

Golden Star Restaurant - Burger with Cheese and Bacon Combo - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

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It was one of the best burgers I ever had the staff were very nice and amazing. I ordered a chicken burger and it took less than 5 minutes to be ready read more

First time here, all this Yelp drama about a specific burger joint is making me crave burgers all day everyday! I can't believe how I missed this place considering that it's near my area and that they've got a massive sign with a shiny golden star. Anyways I walked in and staff were very welcoming. He recommended me their all star burger which is a never frozen, 6oz homemade patty pressed and prepared fresh to order, Included toppings reminds me of Harvey's good ol' toppings. For a little extra you can add bacon, cheese, an egg, or mushrooms. Overall it was juicy and fresh. I sure liked their burger. Next time I might try their 12oz MVP burger. read more

Golden Star Restaurant - All stars burger - Burgers Near Me - Thornhill, Ontario

I am making such an effort, signing up on yelp to make the review bc I cant get over how badly we were treated at this place the other day. Living in the area for over 20 yrs, I have been to this place many times. This time, I would never go back. I was there around 5ish, no other customers in a restaurant but us. The cashier/owner was rude and rushing us so much with our order, cutting off our words. We were the only customer there and he still had to be so rude. read more

Good burgers, good fries, good value. We tried the steak on a kaiser, homemade hamburger and homemade french fries. The steak was pretty good but I much preferred the burger. We didn't end up eating until about 45 minutes after we picked up the food - the fries were kind of soggy but that's to be expected considering how long they'd been sitting in takeout bag - the burger and steak sandwich both travelled extremely well. I will be back at Golden Star Burgers the next time I'm in Thornhill and looking for a place to eat. Great option for takeout. Four stars. read more

I was told that if you live in the North York area, you should try Golden Star. We got the Homemade, grilled chicken, and fish. Don't get the chicken and fish. The fish was over fried and the chicken is not worth the price. The Homemade was okay, but I probably wouldn't go back for the burger. The fries and onion rings were good though. If I'm craving onion rings, I'll go back. But... great service. Everyone working there was so friendly. read more

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In my opinion, STILL one of the very best old-school charburger joints in the city, similar to Burger Shack and Real McCoy's and MUCH MUCH better than Johnny's! (In fact, if you even mention Johnny's frozen processed garbage in the same sentence as GS's fresh cut fries and homeburgers, we can no longer be friends!!). OUTSTANDING fries, GREAT homeburgers, decent-for-frozen onion rings, crappy shakes but in a bunch of interesting flavours, and (sorry previous reviewer) truly HORRID from-a-cheap-powdered-mix gravy! And I do l agree with another previous reviewer and ask for my burger bun to be double-toasted in the conveyor toaster, and fingers-crossed you don't get the one oddball Burger flipper who insists on both overcooking AND repeatedly squashing all the juices out of the burger patties with his spatula. (Why?????) In fact, the only thing preventing me from declaring Golden Star the king of drive-in style burgerdom is that one guy and the truly HORRID, AWFUL, TERRIBLE, ROTTEN gravy that is not only made from a cheap crappy powdered cornstarch mix, but strangely then pre-portioned into dozens of tiny styrofoam cups and is just sitting around under a heat lamp waiting to be ordered!! WTF??? CHANGE THE GRAVY!! Well, that and the fairly-decent, but unfortunately frozen, onion rings instead of the amazing hand-battered killers at Burger Shack and Real McCoy's. ON THE OTHER HAND, Golden Star has REALLY amazing homemade burgers (ahem - with extra/double/triple toppings yours for the asking) and really really great fresh-cut fries, all of which make Golden Star a can't miss choice for a truly great drive-in charburger. Cheers .James. read more

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