Perfect place to eat! HUGE menu to please everyone, cool decor ( loved the album covers adorning the ceilings), great music playing, even fly swatters hanging by each table! Had no idea what I was going to order, but a look at someone's burrito had me order what she did: carne asada burrito with a side of refried beans and rice -- huge and all yummy-- and after seeing a milkshake at another table, ordered a vanilla milkshake- yum yum yum Friendly staff! read more

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Today I was quoted 30 minutes for a smoothie. Every time I come here the service is less and less. From the younger cashiers having Gen Z attitudes, to the other staff lowering their standards. There is a big selection but none of it hits the way you want it to. Happy Burger is not so happy anymore. read more

We were starving while exploring Mariposa so we popped into the Happy Burger diner, after a local recommended it. The wait time can get lengthy so keep this in mind before ordering! We started with the mozzarella sticks which were good and came with salsa. For mains we had two carne asada burritos, a reuben sandwich, the garlic bread burger, and a salad. All of the food was just okay. If you get the burrito, dont ask for salsa in it because it will turn the burrito cold. The curly fries and crinkle fries that comes with the meal are very good. I will say, they are generous with the condiments. I asked for a side of bleu cheese and they give a good sized portion. The best part of this place is the beer! they gave ice frozen ice mug and the beer portion was huge! Haha. A nice place to visit if you're starving, but dont expect the absolute best quality. Service was very friendly. There was a lot of seating so we didnt have to wait for a table. Also the decor with the various records was fun to look at. read more

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Delicious food and friendly patient young man at the register when we went around 2 weeks ago. They do have lots of signs warning you about the wait time and to call ahead which I thought was cute. We didn't mind the wait since there were many tables and we got the self serve salad bar in the meantime. The decor was albums and posters everywhere, loved it! The tunes playing also made me happy, the volume wasn't too high which I also appreciated. read more

Happy Burger Diner - Cheese burger, Carne Asada Fries, Steak and Baked potato - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

Don't be fooled by it's name. It's the best place in town for either breakfast, lunch or dinner. Plenty of parking, indoor and outdoor seating. Funky and cool decor. Good friendly service. The food was surprisingly good. I had the breakfast burrito and it was super-filling and one of the best that I have ever had - period! Definitely try it if you're in the area. read more

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The food is good. Like being at home. It was comfortable. They were very attentive and they were all very kind. This place made my stay in Mariposa so much more worth it. I love the decoration inside. read more

Happy Burger Diner - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

Great customer service and great vibes! The Mother Lode burger is no joke it's massive and definitely not for the faint of heart! read more

Happy Burger Diner would have been a happier experience but what was meant to be a quick stop on our way into Yosemite turned into over an hour wait after being told the wait would only be 20min. service was capable and friendly, the food while well proportioned, was on the greasy side and was lacking in flavor. the blue cheese dressing helped. the burger was good with the dressing, the French dip was a lot better when I added pickles and the blue cheese dressing but slightly bland on its own. The jalapeno poppers were pretty dry and firm like they were over fried. The shoestring fries were tasty like McDonald's fries. Vibrant and authentic atmosphere with the discography and rock n roll memorabilia on the walls. The silver lining was a free scoop on my birthday, the strawberry cheesecake was generously portioned and delicious. Lots of outdoor seating. Wasn't busy but they had a lot of takeout orders so maybe that's why the wait was so long. read more

Happy Burger Diner - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

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GET AN ICE CREAM CONE! They're huge and so good! And such a good price! SERVICE IS FRIENDLY No issues here! AMBIANCE It's a fun little diner with stuff all over the walls. Plenty of spaces to sit both inside and out! Didn't have any food but the portions look big! read more

Happy Burger Diner - This is a SINGLE scoop!! So much for so cheap! :) - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

Food will fill you to the brim! Service is so good. Their happy burger and guac burger are top tier. So are their beer battered fries. Like one of the people working here say: you could eat those fries cold! Played a game in their outdoor area. I'd stay longer if I could. A delightful place. read more

Happy Burger Diner - Guacamole burger - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

Came in on Sunday afternoon, our family ordered 2 club sandwiches with no tomatoes and a char chicken sandwich to go as well as 2 sides of ranch. Was told it would be 30 to 40 minutes but probably more like 40 minutes, I told the cashier no problem I'll wait in my car and come in at about 40 minutes. Came in around 40 minutes and was told it was not ready. Came back in at 50 minutes was told not ready. Came back at the hour and was told almost ready but ultimately waited about another 10 to 15 minutes. When we finally got our food we left and went to eat at our hotel. Once at the hotel and opened our food we noticed the club sandwiches had tomatoes and no bacon, only received one side of ranch and the char chicken sandwich was lacking flavor. I do not believe the chicken had any seasoning. Cannot justify the wait time, the lack of flavor, or the price for the items and service received. read more

First impression: We never heard of this place popped in on 07/12/2025 on the way home. The place was packed, every single table was filled. The place was decently clean and walking inside we were told upfront we are busy orders are taking about 30 minutes or so, which is greatly appreciated. Love the cute little outdoor patio dining area. Friend called asked where I was, I told her I was at Happy Burger. She said the wait is insane there. I responded we were given the option with wait time before we ordered. Order: Corn dog and tater tot's extra crispy. Sourdough bacon burger with fries extra crispy, a soda, a water and ranch. Crispy tater tots: YESSSSSSSSSS greatly appreciated! Corn dog: was super crispy also. I can't stand a mushy corn dog. Hamburger: had great Smokey flavor, sourdough was toasted well with butter, the patty was a decent size. Customer service: it was a little chaotic, they were positively slammed and things happen. A ticket was lost or something and they were trying to figure it out. It was all figured out. Time of our order was 37 minutes. I've never timed before, but was curious when friend said they waited forever. Just out of curiosity! We needed the break from the car and were in need of food. Would we return: Yeah if in the area, but definitely would call order ahead or skip the weekend. Ohhhh and the salad bar was kept very clean, which is hard to do. read more

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Amazing service and the food was incredible. We stopped here for a quick bite with the family before heading back to our cabin.

This place is incredible! Just an unassuming diner but we had the best burger we have had in years, there at this place where we expected not much! The fries are also astounding as they fry in beef tallow- delish! I had a side salad which I was able to make myself at the well stocked and very fresh salad bar. Reasonable prices and lots of food for the price. Service was excellent as well! What a gem to find in Mariposa on the way to Yosemite! I was blown away by the taste and freshness of the ingredients, not to mention the cleanliness of everything from tables and self serve areas to the restrooms! read more

Happy Burger Diner - Their basic Happy Burger and straight cut fries! - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

Very very disappointed in this place! Have been stopping here for years to and from Yosemite Valley. This place is really going downhill. I don't know who's managing these young ppl who work there, but oh my gosh they need to step it up! We went literally yesterday for dinner. First the salad bar was gross, hadn't been touched in hours...no lettuce, most of the vegetables were gone if not mushy or soggy. Gross! I'll pass on the salad. I ordered fruit to go with my burger. She gave me a small bowl of fruit, that had "turned". It was mushy and unideble. The onion rings were just ok, but over cooked. Then the burger game. The bun was HUGE and the meat was too well done and tasteless. My banana milk shake was delicious. The only thing I could actually eat. My $30 dinner was terrible. I'll repeat terrible. read more

These ppl could care less about you!!! After waiting 5 minutes one girl not doing anything just looking at her phone then says can I help you.... But just so you know it's 30 to 40 minutes wait... wtf you tell me that now!!!! I'm thinking as I walk out of an empty burger joint. Never again! I guess she thought I wasn't a local and could give a care. read more

They said 40 'minutes - got a refund after 80 - all for 2 salads. The kids were polite and were working hard - can't blame them.

I think the service is the best part about this place. The waiter was really nice and made us feel comfortable in the diner right away. The food was also pretty good too. We got the burger and it was juicy. read more

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This place was gross as they over fried the fish and shrimp plate we ordered. They also forgot my order which made my family and I wait another 40 minutes. All run by teenagers and not well managed during the day.don't recommend unless you like over cooked deep fried grease. The fish pieces literally turned into bricks. Hard to complain after waiting for 40 minutes but they warned us ahead of the order the cook times! Not coming back and was very dissatisfied in the poor food management and service overall. read more

The food was very good, the portions made me justify the money hehe. I got their regular burger, some fries, zucchini's, and the steak sandwich. The steak sandwich was SOOO GOOD 10/10. Wait time is pretty long, around 45mins-1 hour. As for the restaurant itself, it wasn't the prettiest, but there were enough seats for everyone. The atmosphere was kinda neutral, kinda loud, and lots of natural sunlight. It was also pretty warm in there. Workers were fine, no complaints there. As a tourist, I was pretty satisfied. read more

Great service and really good food. Love the outdoor seating next time I would love to try the dinner. Also they kept our coffee full read more

Happy Burger Diner - Super Breakfast Burrito with a Vanilla Latte - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

Stopped here on the way home from Yosemite vacation. Everything is made to order after order was placed but didn't take too long go get our food. Extensive menus to choose from. To our surprise, we enjoyed deep fried green beans! Burgers, Baked Potatoes, Sandwiches, Tacos, you name it - they offer it. The portions were huge. Will definitely stop again should we return to visit Yosemite again. read more

Happy Burger Diner - Extensive Menu! - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

Yummy burger/diner spot. Was staying in Mariposa for our trip to Yosemite. Was craving a burger and this place really hit the spot. Plenty of seating inside, the walls are decorated with old record covers, it's pretty neat, goes with the old school vibe of the place. I got the guacamole burger. I liked it! Thick cuts of bacon and green chile and a nice layer of guacamole. I also upgraded to the fried zucchini, worth it. Would definitely come back. Service was good. Friendly staff. Small parking lot in front. read more

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On the way home from Yosemite and was craving a good burger . I stopped for gas and seen Happy Burger . BEST BURGERS EVER !!!

If you want a diner vibe - this is the place. Tight booths, a jukebox, and album covers all over the walls. They do sandwiches, burgers, some Mexican food, fried everything, and milkshakes. Their milkshakes are great, as are the regular fries. Perfect amount of crunch! The cold brew was also underrated for sure. read more

Happy Burger Diner - Fries (L-R): shoestring, crinkle cut, regular - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

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Overall this is a great spot to eat and we would come again! We were on the way up to Yosemite and the spot we were gonna try was closed since it was Monday. Happy Birger Diner has an outdoor patio with umbrellas out front (sorry forgot to take a photo) that we enjoyed with our two dogs. You go inside to order (cash preferred, but credit cards accepted) and they will bring the food out to you. My mom and o shared a BLT and garlic fries...the BLT was delicious and they loaded it with bacon! The fries were way over salted, so we didn't eat much of those. Overall it's a really chill place. The staff were all very friendly and food came out quick. read more

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Stayed in Mariposa for a Yosemite trip and stopped here for dinner. The Double 49'R Burger was AMAZING! There was a wait for our order to be ready which they told us before we ordered, but was definitely worth it. The staff is super friendly! Would absolutely recommend! read more

If I could give a 10 Star rating I would!!! Amazing burgers and Malts! Everyone was so friendly!

Yummy shakes and great food! We were staying at a nearby hotel on our Yosemite trip and stopped by for dinner. It was a great pitstop when you are in the mood for milkshakes, fries and club sandwiches. The lady at the cashier though was not very friendly, was not as smiling but the waitresses were nice and accommodating. It looks like an all American 80's milkshake shop. It was pretty clean and comfortable. read more

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Upon entering, we immediately noticed how cool and unique the interior was. The walls and ceilings were covered in vintage records, giving the space a nostalgic charm. You can tell this spot has been around for a while and is well loved by locals. The menu was extensive, with something for everyone. During our visit, they were running a 30th Anniversary Special for $14.99, which included their Happy Burger, French fries, and a fountain drink. There were three of us, and we each ordered the special. One burger came with a keto bun substitution and crinkle cut fries instead of the regular fries. It was nice to see that they're accommodating. When our food arrived, we were blown away by the portions. The burgers were huge easily the biggest I've ever ordered and the fries came in a generous serving. The deal was an absolute steal considering the size and quality of the meal. On top of that, their ranch tasted homemade and paired perfectly with the fries. Overall, this place delivered on both value and flavor. I'd definitely come back the next time I'm in the area. read more

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I think someone pooped something onto my supreme burrito, all staff never smiled and the chef probably spit and put rat poison in my food, the location was very tight and kind of confusing. read more

I've been here many times and have always had good meals. My last visit was much different. I tried the Steak Sandwich for the first time and ended up vomiting all night. read more

Great staff, good vibes type. The location is good. It's a good day trip stop from the central valley. read more

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What a truly authentic and delightful diner! It is so clear as soon as you enter that the owners put so much heart, soul and sincere thought into every part of the diner. From offering a10% discount to seniors 55+ and veterans, to every dish being cooked from scratch--they advise you that your food will take between 20-30 minutes to be served--but it is so worth the wait!! They use excellent quality ingredients--I had a Denver omelet and it had real fresh cut cubes of ham and green and red peppers, onions and two cheese. Absolutely delicious! The roasted potatoes were crispy and fresh and the sourdough toast was exceptional. Even the coffee was excellent. Finally, the service was awesome and the staff were super attentive and friendly. I will make a point of coming back many times to come! Thank you! read more

Happy Burger Diner - My Denver omelette! Yum! - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

My first time here passing through and decided to give it a try. Very clean place, Great food, great service very friendly staff I highly recommend it! I will definitely stop here again next time I'm driving through read more

This was a 3rd choice in Mariposa when we stopped for lunch. The first two we're closed on Tuesday. However., This was our first choice after eating there. Oh my goodness, how do I begin? The food, the service and vibe were all great! First,the ordering was simple. We were offered a 10% discount for seniors which we gladly took advantage of. My wife bought a hamburger and I got the barbecue chicken. It was the best meal we've had in so long! My wife said it was the best hamburger she's ever eaten. And I would agree with my barbecue chicken. The chicken was moist not dry. Just the right amount of barbecue sauce. It left me wanting more. I ordered some fries along with mine which we shared because the portion was so big. They were excellent, great seasoning and steak fries to boat. The staff was absolutely wonderful. Very helpful with the menu and explaining different things. You felt welcome no matter how busy the place was. And on Tuesday afternoon, it was very busy. We waited about a half an hour, which was absolutely fine. We weren't in a hurry. The only thing I wish I had done was check to see if they had a shake on their menu which would've been outstanding. We definitely will be back. We have the opportunity to go back to Mariposa. Thank you. Happy Burger! read more

I can't say enough good things about Happy Burger! I have a mile long list of delicious favorites. Here is my latest! I typically don't order corned beef hash at diners. It is rarely homemade. One place I went to gave me hash where I could still see the can grooves! Not Happy Burger! Added as a side, this Corned Beef was a generous portion of mostly freshly made/pulled corned beef with their legendary hash browns ! This isn't just a winner! It's Olympic level! Customer for life, but that goes without saying! read more

Happy Burger Diner - Corned Beef Hash - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

Great diner spot right before making your way into Yosemite or at the end of a long day of hiking. We were staying in Mariposa, and found this diner. Staff are very friendly, and help take your order right away and you can take a seat. Food comes out pretty quickly. We tried their burgers, fries, and shakes, all of which were delicious and filling after a long day of hiking. read more

Happy Burger Diner - Diners Near Me - Mariposa, California

I absolutely love this diner! They have a lot of seating inside and outside. The service was very good even though they were quite busy! They gave us a heads up on the long wait for food and we decided to wait it out! It was totally worth the wait. We are new in town, so checking out the local spots. 5 adults and two youngsters, everything was delicious, we all ordered different burgers and a kids meal. Love the options on the diff types of fries and upgrades you can do. Their ranch is the real deal guys!! Old school style, house made, REAL RANCH!!! We will surely be back! read more

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A coworker of mine who lives in the foothills suggested I try this place while in town for a work meeting. I finally made it here on my last day--as my last stop out of town before returning home. Happy Burger boasts about their huge menu. And huge it is! There is nothing small or understated about this place....with the walls covered in album covers, a juke box playing in the corner, fun little coin rides for kids, souvenirs for sale, and so many food options, this place is pretty great! It was also very clean, which is something I always appreciate. I really loved their salad bar, which was protected on all sides by glass. I didn't order, but it clearly was filled with lots of fresh options. I ended up ordering the ortega burger on a wheat bun, ditching the jalapeno sauce (I'm a wuss), and adding pickles and mayo to the sandwich. (sorry-can't get a burger without pickles). I also ordered the shoestring fries, and at the last minute, added the fried green beans--all to go. It took a short minute to get my food, because it is all made fresh to order. If you are in a rush--you can call ahead and have your order ready to go. I didn't mind the wait. Everything was packaged in a way that was easy for me to eat in my car on the way home. The fries were crispy and very salty. I love salty french fries--so they were perfect. If you watch your salt, you definitely want to say something when you order to reduce how much they add to your order. The fried green beans were delicious--with a super crispy batter that tasted like onions--maybe they use the same batter for their onion rings? They were a bit greasy, but the paper bag helped absorb the excess. As for the burger, it was thick, juicy, flavorful, and maybe the best burger I've had all year. I had to call my loved one and rave about how great this burger was. It was soo good, I might actually drive through Mariposa the next time I head to Yosemite (it is not the quickest path for me), just for one of these burgers. read more

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