If you're looking for a quick, satisfying bite while exploring The Pier in Seattle, The Great State Burger is a solid stop. We tried the Mushroom Swiss Burger, a classic cheeseburger with grilled onions, and their crinkle-cut fries. Everything hit the spot--the burgers were juicy, flavorful, and cooked well, and the fries had that ideal crispy exterior. The unexpected standout, though, was the French fry dipping sauce. Super creamy, packed with flavor, and honestly something I'd come back for on its own. The vibe inside is laid-back and casual, making it an easy choice for a low-key meal with great food. Definitely worth a visit if you're ever on The Pier and craving a quick, tasty burger fix. read more

Really just the worst. Ambiance was the only win. Best to keep walking past this place. I was extremely disappointed with my experience at Great State Burger. The burger patty was tiny, overcooked, and had almost no juiciness or flavor left. The bacon was burnt to the point of being a dried-out, hard crumble rather than something you could actually enjoy. The fries were also bad -- brownish, only warm at best, and so overly crunchy they tasted like they had been recooked more than once. To make matters worse, I felt a little sick afterward, which made the whole meal feel even more regrettable. Overall, this was a completely disappointing experience, and I would strongly recommend saving your money and going somewhere else. read more

Was this the best burger I had in Washington? No but it was an okay burger. I got the seasonal burger at the time a Korean BBQ burger. Which I was excited to try until I opened the burger wrap and found a LONG BLACK strain of hair. I was immediately turned off. The manager was kind enough to replace my burger. But even the new burger wasn't "great". The fries were good, nicely salted. The onion rings are definitely order worthy. There is no kids means nor alternative beverage options other than the Jones Cane Sugar Soda. The sporting bar aesthetic was cute. Staff was okay. Besides the inappropriate display of PDA in front of house. Nonetheless, I don't think I'd go to the Great State Burger again I just wasn't wowed. read more

First, this IS a great state. Washington is great and we have our own best kept secrets. However, great burger?? Not so much. Dry beef patty on a dull bun with nothing to flare about. You may want to consider another burger place if you're looking for mouth watering. Service, on the other hand, was great. Walked in the atmosphere was very positive energy. A lot of laughs and talk about the Seahawks with friendly people. Maybe an upgrade on the food and this place good really pick up services. read more

Came here for lunch with my fiancé who has a heck of a time finding food to eat out here due to their seafood allergy. Sadly many possible cross contamination situations so we came to Great State after checking out the Seattle Aquarium. This is a very straight forward no frills grill. The menu is small and the burger is quality along with the crinkle cut fries. No seafood on the menu, if that's your thing. Conveniently located on the pier next to other spots so plenty of options in this area! read more

Excellent burgers, onion rings and corn dogs. I mean, the corn dogs are county fair good. Great service and did I mention the corn dogs??

I haven't been to a Great State in years. I originally came down here for clam chowder with my husband and seen that this location was here. To my surprise when I walked in it is such a nice location on the pier. David was a delight! His and Jean's (the cook) hospitality were out of this world. Let's just say between the service I received and the burgers, fries, and shake they made me were so good! I'll definitely be back for more! I live down south about 30min away and was here for a doctors appointment, now i know where I'll be coming after every one of my appointments! Thank you David and Jean for this amazing experience! We ate every single last bite! YUM! read more

Great State Burger - Great State Burger, Fries and Shake, Great State Burger GONE - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came in on 4/30/2025 3:24 The cashier that took our order was the worst I counter I have ever had. Shorter side African America male. He looked bothered as soon as we entered. Approached us with his cell phone in had and did not even look up to acknowledge us. Just looked up as if to say "are you ready" Gave our order and said nothing else other then the total while still Looking at his phone. As him if there was an issue or if we were bothering him. He said no with an attitude. When he brought us our food he had nothing and threw the tat on our table. Had my kids not been as hungry as they were I would have walked out. People like that should not work in customer service period, didn't even really enjoy our meal from being as upset as I was. Looking up at the counter now he's still on his phone read more

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What a great find! The restaurant was clean...actually very clean and the lady at the counter was so kind. She offered is a sample of their new cookies which were amazing! Baked in house! The burgers were awesome and very smash burger like . The bread was soft and the fries were perfect as were the onion rings. The best though was that I brought my 83 year old mother in who wanted a burger and fries and because she is not a big eater, I asked if they did 1/2 fries 1/2 onion rings and she said not actually but she would since they were not busy. How absolutely sweet! She was not looking to rake us over the coals knowing mom wasn't a big eater and we would probably throw out what we didn't eat. So kudos and appreciation for that thoughtfulness . The prices are high but higher than anywhere else in downtown Seattle...no and I confirm it's a darn good burger and fries. Oh and we got the cookies...duh...they were yummy So if you're checking out the waterfront of Seattle, make sure to stop at Great State Burger. You will be glad you did I really hope they are a spot that sticks around. Nice people are awesome So I didn't take a picture of the burger and fries and onion rings, but trust me they are yummy just so good. You can't wait to eat them! But I did get a picture of the cookies you gotta check those out!! read more

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$33.08 for this meal is little overpriced in my opinion. The burger was too salty for my liking. The fries were ok. The shake was super thick and difficult to get through the straw and very small serving size. Service was best part since there was a nice guy working that was super friendly and let me charge my phone. Overall it was an average meal that was over priced. I saw a few other burger prices on the way over that were around 1/2 half off the price for similar value read more

Great State Burger - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came in the other day, only a few people inside. I waited to order, but no one was behind the counter. I looked for a kiosk because I was confused on how to order. Finally a man with a facial tattoo came out and looked so upset! He unenthusiastically took my order. (Whatever, I don't need a peppy attitude I really didn't care) but then I went to fill up my soda, and he mocked the noise I accidentally made with my straw). I ordered for here, but he gave me a to go bag. Both the cashier and cook were on their phones, and didn't look up the entire time I ate. I already decided I'm never coming back, yes I live near the water front. OH! They also let a homeless man go behind the counter and we're chatting it up with him, and took a hot sauce the homeless man provided.... I STOPPED EATING AT THAT POINT, SO GROSS! Food safety is so important to me, and I fully regret eating the food those men provided.. I even said "thank you" as I left because I always do out of habit and socia awkwardness, they both ignored me. NEVER COMING BACK. Also $30 for a meal, yeah right, I'd rather pay that much for a nice sit down meal at Capitol Grill.... read more

Great State Burger - Boss burger, fries, soda - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

For 50 bucks I was hoping for hot food fries nope cold been sitting awhile. The service was top notch and the place was clean, but the prices makes you want eat somewhere else. read more

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Very friendly customer service. Also serve Jones Soda. Beyond that, the Great State Burger was greasy and tasteless. Fries were just okay.

Staff was nice. The food was very expensive for something very mid. Burgers dont come with fries or drink.

Burger was cold hot dog was warm and literally limp food was not good waited over an hour for food nothing was done about it very stupid very annoying read more

Great State Burger - Literally soft limp corn dog - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

If you want a quick meal that everyone can agree on this is your spot. The menu is short and straight forward. I went with the Great State Burger no cheese added grilled onions and an extra patty. Ordered a side of French fries on the side to split with another person. Overall solid hamburger that's cooked to order. The ingredients were fresh and made proper. This is a good place to pregame before any sporting event. TV's on the wall and $5 rainier cans. This establishment is a step above your fast food burger establishment. I'll back for more. read more

Went after Seahawks parade and place was packed. Saw that there were more people ordering than employees working and I tried to be patient but after 45 minutes of waiting still didn't get our food. Tried asking where order was but they were so understaffed that couldn't get a word in to ask anyone and I saw people who were behind me ordering get their food before me. I will never go here again nor will I recommend the place either read more

My boyfriend and I visited Great State Burger on Saturday, December 20th around 07:00pm, and the standout of the entire visit was Ashley. Ashley is genuinely amazing. She was warm, kind, patient, and welcoming from the moment we approached the counter. Her customer service felt sincere and effortless. She listened carefully, communicated clearly, and treated us with respect and care throughout the interaction. Even though we only ordered fries and a drink, she made the experience feel thoughtful and personal. What sets Ashley apart is how naturally she connects with customers. Nothing felt rushed or transactional. She balanced efficiency with genuine kindness and made us feel comfortable and valued. That level of service is rare and leaves a lasting impression. The fries were hot and fresh, the drink was refreshing, and the space itself was clean and relaxed, but Ashley is the reason this visit stood out. She elevated a simple stop into a memorable experience. Employees like Ashley are the reason people return. She represents this location exceptionally well and absolutely deserves recognition and appreciation. read more

This review is solely about the front counter gal - she was SO nice, incredibly helpful and engaging. She handled huge groups with ease and kept smiling. Such a rare thing these days. Food was good no complaints other than $6 for fries is kind of crazy. read more

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Horrible food horrible service they do not use salt in their burgers, will never eat here again and hope everyone who sees this does the same. read more

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This place is an absolute rip-off. I'm still in disbelief that I paid what I did for a meal that was so far from worth it. The burger was dry, tasteless, and barely lukewarm--definitely not fresh, cheese was not even melted fresh out the fridge. The bun was soggy and fell apart the second I tried to pick it up, and the cheese was thin, processed, and had zero flavor. As for the toppings? They were minimal, wilted, and looked like they'd been sitting out for hours. Now, let's talk about the price. For a burger that tasted like it was slapped together with leftovers, I paid WAY too much. At $61 for a two burger and fries, I expected something at least edible, if not great. But no, this was garbage. The fries were soggy and greasy, like they were thrown into the fryer at the last minute. Definitely not worth the ridiculous prices. read more

I know this is in a tiuriolicTion but morning breakfast right before the ferry was perfect. She was SO helpful, welcoming & kind at the register and both sandwiches with hashbriwns, bacon & egg & cheese were made right when I ordered! A great hearty, quick take away breakfast! And not overpriced for the area. Bathroom needs a code just FYI. Outdoor seating area with view of the water as a bonus! read more

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The chicken sandwich and the chocolate shake were horrible. It made us sick to our stomach.

The photographs convey a clear message. The first corndog was even more unsatisfactory and, as evident, still burnt. The cashier with facial tattoos seemed to be unhappy in his role. Our polite and respectful behavior was not met with the same level of courtesy. The only exception was the young man with brown hair, who was friendly. Given the high prices, the poor food quality was underwhelming. I strongly advise against eating here. The fries were the only redeeming aspect and they were just ok. read more

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Delicious food, prepared thoughtfully, by nice people. Many vegetarian options. A great lunch while spending time at the waterfront.

This was the most sad little burger, mediocre frozen fries, and disappointing vanilla shake from a soft serve machine we've ever had. With tip (which we should have skipped, because it's self service) we spent $62.62 for two people. Seriously. It's fast food priced like a sit down restaurant. Don't bother unless you like being fleeced. This place is laughably overpriced. It was also hot in there. Mediocre, overpriced, and hot dining room Don't. Just don't. read more

How I heard of this place: When my husband was working in South Lake Union, we caught wind of a grand opening, offering free items, and decided to check it out. When we noticed this one, newer, on the waterfront, as we awaited our ferry, we just had to go back. Type of cuisine: Burgers, fries, breakfast sandwiches. Ambiance: A slightly more thoughtful look and feel to the typical fast food joint. The tall ceilings and windows opening to the front and side of the corner establishment make for a spacious and warm atmosphere inside. Booths and tables/chairs for larger groups are available, as is a basketball shooting game and skee ball (both requiring money to play). The counter where one places an order is at the far end, opposite the entrance, just ahead of the kitchen. What I ordered: We selected two Bacon, Egg, Cheese ($8 each), one Sausage, Egg & Cheese ($8) and one Hashbrown, Egg & Cheese ($8) breakfast sandwiches. My husband made his a Combo ($4 additional) and added a cup of coffee, and a hashbrown patty. What I loved: The sandwiches were made well and the ingredients plentiful. The hashbrowns were fried to crispy perfection as we waited. Why I loved it: Extremely friendly service, quick and tasty food and an easy stop before catching the Kitsap ferry a block away. Cost: Average read more

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Disappointing Experience at Great State Burgers After hearing mixed reviews, I decided to try Great State Burgers, hoping for a solid meal and maybe even a new go-to spot for burgers. Unfortunately, what I encountered was far from satisfying. From the moment I walked in to the last bite of my food, my experience was underwhelming, and I left more disappointed I had gone in hoping to enjoy a decent burger and instead left feeling like I had wasted my time and MONEY In a city with so many great burger options, Great State Burgers didn't come close to living up to its name. Sadly, I won't be coming back, and I wouldn't recommend it to others looking for a quality burger experience. And my drink was 11 dollars read more

When you walk into a restaurant that brands itself as premium, you expect more than just a meal--you expect an experience that matches the price. Unfortunately, Great State Burgers failed to deliver on all fronts. After spending a significant amount of money for what was supposed to be a high-quality burger, I was left not just disappointed, but frustrated. The food didn't justify the price, the quality was underwhelming, and to top it all off, the added tax felt like an insult after an already expensive and mediocre experience. First, let's talk about the price. Great State Burgers markets itself as an upscale burger joint, which might justify a higher price tag--if the food lived up to the promise. But paying over $15 for a single burger (before tax) creates a certain level of expectation. You imagine a juicy, flavorful, perfectly cooked patty, maybe paired with crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and a soft, fresh bun. Instead, what I got was bland and unimpressive. The patty lacked seasoning, the bun was dry, and the toppings were carelessly thrown together. It felt more like a fast-food item you'd get in a rush at a drive-thru, not something from a restaurant charging gourmet prices. Then came the issue of tax. While it's normal to pay tax on food, the total after-tax price pushed the meal into an even more absurd range. It felt like being charged extra for disappointment. No one minds paying a bit more if the meal is great. But when the quality doesn't match, every cent spent feels like a waste. Worse, there wasn't even a sense of value in the overall experience--no great service, no unique environment, nothing to balance out the cost. In the end, eating at Great State Burgers felt like being overcharged for something completely average. If you're going to call yourself "Great," you have to deliver. But this was mediocre food with a premium price tag--and an unexpected tax on top. For a place that sets high expectations through branding and pricing, it fell flat in every way that matters. This shit sucks read more

This was a great stop for my family. I was able to find my first veggie chicken burger. It was amazing! Everyone was able to get everything they wanted. Once we had our order we were able to find a table big enough for all 6 of us to sit. Highly recommend this place. read more

Ahhhhhhhh. I dunno. But the burgers taste funky and it's so sketchy to eat. But could just be me. Perhaps you can try ? Maybe Twas just that day . But I do t think I'll be coming back here read more

Great State Burger - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Firs time trying this out and their burgers are pretty good. It reminds me of when you cook a burger at home on the grill, the fries were good. The burgers though are smaller then normal but don't get me wrong they were very good burgers. Come and try out the boss it's a good one. read more

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{Date visited 8/26/23} The food was delicious but very spendy for the amount that you get. We spent $59.26 as a family of four (burger, egg sandwich, corn pup, three fries they were one size - small, and 2 shakes) and left hungry. Great spot for a pick me up but $$$. * the fries are AH-MAZING * egg and cheese breakfast sandwich was DELISH * burgers are well seasoned * corn pup was yummy but small for that price? * Staff was super friendly as well Again great food just small-er portions than what I'm used to for the price BUT the flavor was on point! read more

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35$ for a McDonald's size cheeseburger and an order of fries. Small portions and the presentation of it all was horrible. #neveragain read more

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Good place! I didn't think it was overpriced, but I'm from California so these are normal prices for me. The fries were realllyyyy good- not too salty. The 2 burgers we got were really good. The employees were very nice. It seemed like there was only 1 bathroom and so there was a long line the entire time we were there. Other than that, really good food. read more

My review is actually 2 1/2 stars the burger came up way too fast. You could definitely tell the cook with sandbagging which never is a good thing not a fan of Jones cola but if you are more power to you, this place serves it The burger was just middle of the road could've closed my eyes walked into Burger joint. There was nothing spectacular The french fries are god-awful the cheapest french fries you can possibly buy from a wholesaler stop using these fries to every company that uses french fries stop using these fries. Make them in house or get better fries. read more

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I love this place and is perfect for a great burger, fries and shakes. The restaurant is very large and the staff are friendly. You come in and you can order on a tablet and they will let you know when your food is ready The burger had fresh toppings, perfectly seasoned meat and a soft bun. It was one of the best burgers I've had. As for the fries, they were a good portion and were cooked to perfection. Overall, this is a great burger place downtown. If you are in the area stop by and you can even get takeout. read more

Great State Burger - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The staff are amazing, fabulous, all of them deserve raises. It was so busy & they all worked together so quickly and kindly and seamlessly, while being so friendly to customers (even those being overly needy & asking for little things nonstop). 10/10 I didn't even taste the food before being impressed by their professionalism. read more

I've been to a few different locations the one by the Amazon towers the water front location the international district which is closed. My favorite burger is the Boss Burger which is a double bacon cheeseburger and who doesn't love a double bacon cheeseburger especially with thick cut apple wood smoked bacon. So good and they have Seattle's own Jones soda which is pretty good. Even the Great state burger is always delicious I'm a sucker for Bacon so I'm always adding Bacon to my burgers. It's just so good with bacon the service is always good and they are usually very friendly you get refills on the soda so that's cool. I like the booth style seating and you can get as much ketchup as you want when you order fries it's self serve and I like that. It's a well thought out place. My friend really likes the crinkle cut fries so that is always cool. read more

This place has the best breakfast sandwiches, I ordered the hash brown egg and cheese with bacon and sausage and it was amazing. They also have really good burgers so I definitely recommend this place to anyone on the pier. It's very clean and spacious and they have games for kids. And the service was great. I'm definitely coming back again read more

Great State Burger - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington