Hayes Burger have an amazing burger and fries. Their burger tastes like a higher quality In N Out burger. Charred edges on the juicy patty, very seasoned, fresh veggies, all in a softly, toasted bun. Their fries are amazing. Salted to perfection. They are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Not much of a drink selection. Also, seating can be uncomfortable as there's not many spots to sit at. Wish they had more tables outside because they do fill rather quickly. The employees are also very nice and polite. read more

On 5/3/2026 after many years of living in SD we finally tried Hayes Burgers and it was delicious. Great burgers, good fries and chill service. A must visit in SD! read more

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The food tastes pretty good, but wasn't the best burger I have ever gotten. Main reason for the negative review is because my 18 month old and I both had terrible food poisoning. After seeing other reviews about people getting sick or about hygiene of the staff and food safety I'm surprised they haven't been shut down. Buyer be ware read more

Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon for a quick bite. It has a very similar vibe to In N Out, the small menu, the burgers and definitely the Jimi Fries. It wasn't too busy and we found a table outside for two. The cashier was friendly and took our order quickly. We only ordered one meal to share and waited about 15 minutes for it to be served. The burger was good and fries were yummy. Everything is sold separately not sure if $15 for just a burger is worth it for me but I would order the $6 Jimi fries again read more

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I've always passed by this spot during the Future is Color events. It's always been an intriguing spot to try, here was my experience... FINALLY! AMBIANCE: Parking: Chicano park is a popping place but you can find some parking as long there's no major events happening - mainly street parking and some metered parking. Seating: Inside and some outside seating. Good for individual or parallels. There's enough seating for about 15 people total. Vibes: Welcome to Barrio Logan! It's a lovely place where you can learn about Chican@ culture. There are a lot of local gems from restaurants, books, to clothing shops. The spot itself is pretty neat. I dig the rock music and the local art and impressions left in this spot from the art to all the stickers that people left. No frills but a a great place to chill FOOD/DRINKS: Cheeseburger (Recommended) A classic perfectly done. The patty was both juicy and smashed well. A good slice of melted cheese, fresh lettuce and tomato, grilled onions, and that signature 1000 Island-style sauce that ties everything together. The flavor's balanced -- salty, tangy, and satisfying in every bite. Fries - Spicy Jimi style (Recommend) The fries were solid - crispy and fulfilling. The jimi is like "In-N-Out's Animal style - grilled onions, cheese, and sauce . CUSTOMER SERVICE: Alex was at the reg. He was a cool dude - helpful and professional. TL; DR OVERALL: 4 Stars. Good prices, good food, and a pleasant experience. Hayes Burger proves that simple can still be spectacular. It's all about quality ingredients, good execution, and that neighborhood feel. Whether you're a local or just cruising through, this is one of San Diego's pleasant gems worth giving a try. TIPS: * OG location! * HIMYM Burger video worthy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPCSOojy93o read more

Hayes Burger - Woot! - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

I'm definitely coming back to Hayes burger! Super delicious burgers and fries. I heard abou this burger joint from a friend so I decieded to take a trick to Barrio Logan and give it a try! I really appreciated the decor/art found inside and outside of the establishment. I ordered their double cheese burger with Spicy Jimi fries. The service was great. The burger was delicious! Brioche bun with some well done smashed patties, no ketchup was needed to enchance the burgers experience. Their fries were cooked to perfection, soft on the inside with a nice crunch on the outside, seasoned to perfection. It is a bit pricey but the experience is worth it , but hey lets supports someone's dream! Chicano park is located across the street and if you go during the weekeng you might be able to see some cool lowriders, see you later Hayes Burger! read more

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AWARENESS: On a mission to find the best burgers in the San Diego area, Hayes Burger always comes up as the best within the Yelp app search. NARRATIVE: Located in the Barrio Logan area of San Diego, Hayes Burger is easily recognized by its colorful storefront appearance. Parking in the area, especially on the weekend can be a challenge so, have time and plan ahead. Once on scene, you'll notice the spot itself is small, only having a few indoor and outdoor spots to eat. Again, plan ahead. You can always do as we did. Place your order to go then, head for the Coronado Bridge and find a spot at the marina to dine. The menu at Hayes is also very basic. Burger or a burger with cheese and of course you can add your favorite condoments. I went with the double cheese burger with mustard, mayo and onions and a side of fries. Their burgers are good size but, a very basic smash burger. If your looking for that thick beefy burger, Hayes won't do. SCENE: Hayes Burger is located in the Barrio Logan area of San Diego, on Logan Avenue, directly under the Coronado Bridge and one block from Chicano Park. RECOMMENDATION(S): Hayes Burger is good, but IMO, not great but, I now can say I've tried it. read more

Hayes Burger - Let us see... - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

Heard this was the best burger in town so I had to try it. Honestly I wouldn't put it at number 1 but it was actually pretty good. The fact that it's a 5min drive from me? I'd definitely get it again. The fries were delicious as well. I would like to eat this burger again when I didn't lag to pick it up and take it home. Instead, would want to try it in person when it's fresh and conduct a better review for it. read more

Hayes Burger - Double Cheeseburger - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

I've been to a few smash burger joints here in San Diego, and this place is in my top 3! The guys there are friendly and welcoming and the burgers were amazing! Highly recommend getting them with the chile guero. It's a small spot with limited seating, but a perfect grab and go spot. read more

Good burger joint in Barrio Logan. Their menu is very simple with several burger sizes, grilled cheese and fries. Easy to locate near the 5 south entrance and plenty of street parking. All the food we ordered was cooked to order, so everything took a bit, but it was so worth it. We ordered the single cheeseburger that was smashed to perfection. The crust on the meat was good and burgers were juicy and not dry. The patties are kinda thin, so depending on how hungry you are, might need to do the double meat. Burgers come with onions, tomatoes and lettuce. We also ordered a large order of fries. The fries were fresh and perfectly golden, the seasoning in them is bomb. The vibe is very chill and the staff is nice and welcoming. We'll definitely be back to try some of their other items. read more

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I usually enjoy coming here from time to time because prices are high and they can be inconsistent like today. This review is for my experience today. I call to place my pickup order, no answer. I call a couple minutes after, no one answers, I get it, it gets busy, I'll order when I get there. When I show up there is no one and I wait at the counter for a couple minutes. I briefly see a glimpse of someone standing in the kitchen. I try to make myself known. Girly pop comes out, no a smile, which whatever. But when I order (a cheeseburger and jimi fries) to-go, she scoffs at me when I tip her $2. Like alright, you clearly don't want to work here. When check my order, the fries are so soggy they seem like microwaved fries but whatever maybe jimi fries are soggy. And the burger doesn't have the pickles and chopped chile I payed for. I go back inside to ask for pickles and chile and she said that they are there, just at the bottom. I say they are not, I literally had to DISASSEMBLE my burger to show her in order to get my pickles. read more

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Delicious burger joint in Barrio Logan! The restaurant is small with few seating inside & a couple of tables outside. Friendly service, simple menu of burgers & fries, good food! Cheeseburger: Tender, juicy, flavorful patty! My only mistake was just getting a single! read more

Hayes Burger - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

Great vibe inside, lots of fun artwork and deco. Food was nothing super special, but worth a try to support this local business! Service was awesome, super quick and friendly. Price was meh...and seating is very limited but you can always take your food to go and head across to the park! read more

Great burger!! My family came here for dinner I had the double cheeseburger and it was delicious.

Great way to start my Saturday! Stopped by the OG location and found parking in the front. Enjoyed an amazing double cheeseburger and delicious fries. Double cheeseburger was freshly made, piping hot, well seasoned, and I thoroughly enjoyed each bite. Fries were hot, nicely seasoned, and so delicious with the spicy ketchup. Alex provided exceptional customer service. Such a nice guy, greeted us, and brought out our food. I recommend the outdoor seating and enjoying the beautiful sunny weather and local area. Thanks for a great experience, Alex! If you want a delicious cheeseburger and fries, I highly recommend Hayes and bonus points for the Barrio Logan location. read more

Hayes Burger - OG Hayes Burger - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

Great burger place. Was on one of the YouTubers reviews for best burgers in San Diego. Simple menu but really good tasting burgers. You can sit outside or there is one small table inside. Staff is friendly and helpful. They carry a great line of craft sodas made here in San Diego. read more

Hayes Burger - The craft soda line that's amazing - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

After hearing about Hayes Burger from multiple sources and seeing it on social media, it was on my list of places to try out for a while. Finally got a chance to try it with some friends! - PARKING - Street parking only it seems like, but plenty of spaces up and down the street! - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - The business itself is not very large, with only one table for 4 inside and some bar seating against the wall. There are a few seats outside, but not too many. Seems like most people take their food to-go. - FOOD - Hamburger: I usually order hamburgers so decided to go with the plain order for our first try. I definitely think it could've used more sauce, as I found myself wanting to dip the burger in their Spicy Ketchup (which was honestly the star of the show here). Decent flavor, but also found myself feeling peckish after. French Fries: Really tasty fresh cut fries. I love it when fries have the potato skin on them because you know they're fresher. Again, loved the Spicy Ketchup with these. - OVERALL - Personally it's not a top burger spot for me, but I can see why it's a neighborhood gem and beloved spot. read more

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Ended up trying this place out as it's located next to one of my favorite taco shops. It's a small shop with a simple menu but the food is packed with flavor! Their burgers and fries were cooked to perfection, not too greasy and seasoned really well with fresh ingredients. Very tasty food. The service was great. It's a very chill little spot with your San Diego vibes with a band decor around the restaurant, and enough seating inside and outside just for a few people. But the food here is definitely fresh, tasty, and worth checking out if you want to try something outside of all the typical franchise spots. Highly recommend read more

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Great burger and fries. Reminded me of the old school hamburger stand. My son loved it as well.

I feel like with innout around, i wouldn't come back here. It's good, but it's a lot more expensive. read more

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I had to check out this burger place in Barrio Logan. I grew up in this barrio born and raised. Blessed to be living here. Curious to see what the hype was about not the best smash burger and then the worst part they ran out of fries. Like what??!! Plus prices no bueno! Will not be coming back or recommend! read more

What. A. Burger. Hayes Burger is a total gem in Barrio Logan. The burgers are simple in the best way--juicy, flavorful, and just downright satisfying. It's the kind of spot that makes you wonder why you ever bothered with chain burgers. The inside has a super cool vibe, with a clean, retro feel that fits the neighborhood perfectly. There are tables out front if you wanna chill, but my personal move? Grab it to go, head across the bridge, and enjoy it in Coronado. That combo is hard to beat. The staff is always friendly and fast, which makes it an easy stop whenever I'm in the area. It's become a regular part of my Barrio Logan rotation. Hayes hits every time read more

Hayes Burger - Burger and fries - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

I came here on a Sunday afternoon around 1:45 PM. I placed my order at the counter. I ordered a double cheeseburger, small fries, and a water, which came out to be $23 - a bit on the steep side in my opinion. It took about 15 minutes to get my order. They brought out spicy ketchup and regular ketchup. There's one table inside and four located outside for you to sit at and eat. However, there is the option to take your food to go. While I waited there were some unique cars driving by so that was entertaining. Parking was tough, but I made a block and luckily found one spot only a few minutes away. I did notice that the waiter gave someone else's order to the wrong table. They were snacking on the fries then when he realized his mistake, he came and took their burger and brought it to the table where it was supposed to go. The table returned the food, and they accommodated them with fresh burgers, but that was a bit of a concern due to sanitation. Overalll the guy at the counter was very friendly. I can see how this is a classic place. It's a simple burger with great quality. The fries were crispy. The only complaints were a bit of a wait to get the food out as well as the cost being on the higher side. read more

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This is controversial but I think this is my favorite burger in SD! After living here for over two years and everyone saying we needed to go, we came today. We were greeted by the nicest staff and the food was super quick! The star of the show is the burger- it was so fresh, great lettuce (I know this sounds odd but I prefer crispy lettuce) and the buns were super fresh. Simple and awesome- highly recommend! Grab a beer and sit outside for the perfect moment. read more

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Great atmosphere, but underwhelming portions. While I loved the 'non-chain' feel and the neighborhood vibe, the burgers are tiny. At these prices, I expected a substantial meal, but what I got was essentially the size of a kid's burger. It's a cool spot to hang out, but don't go if you're actually hungry. read more

If you're looking for a fantastic burger spot in San Diego, I highly recommend Hayes Burgers. They specialize in smash patty burgers, and they do them right--crispy edges, juicy centers, and packed with flavor. Some of their creations give off an In-N-Out animal-style vibe, especially the Jimi Fries, which come loaded with grilled onions, cheese, and Thousand Island dressing. The spot has a cool, hipster feel with a young, laid-back crowd. Seating is pretty limited--just a few spots inside and a small patio that's basically on the sidewalk--so it feels more like a place to grab your burger to go since all the seats might be taken. It's counter service only, so there are no waiters--just order at the counter and wait for your food. Prices are reasonable, and it's just a short distance from the vibrant murals near Chicano Park, making it a great stop if you're in the area. Just keep in mind that parking is street parking only, so depending on the time of day, you might have to walk a bit. If you love a great burger, put this place on your list. You won't be disappointed! read more

Hayes Burger - Smash burger and Jimi fries - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place is overhyped and overrated. I ordered the single cheeseburger with spicy jimi fries which came out to almost $20 after tax. No drink mind you. The fries were definitely the best part of the meal but were also almost ruined by the type of pepper they used to make them spicy - chile guero, which is not spicy at all. I was expecting chopped chiles but it was an oversight on my part I guess. The cheeseburger was bland in my opinion. Not well seasoned I honestly could barely tell there was even meat in there. The service was good I'll give them that. The guy taking my order was nice and we chatted for a bit. Food didn't take too long to come out either. The inside of this place is very interesting. Lots of artwork and plants all over the place. The outside is also filled with a lot of artwork and graffiti which give it an authentic look to the area that it's in. Overall it wasn't completely bad, but I was expecting a lot better because almost every review I've seen is extremely positive. Makes me wonder... read more

Finally made it to the original! It was pretty hot outside so we just got food to go. I like the interior of this one better because it seems much more organic and down to earth. He: Double cheeseburger, yes? Dang, how did he know? I also had to have the Jimi fries. Burgers were so dang tasty! The workers were all pretty chill which is great! Simple menu so no reason to peruse. Just order a double cheeseburger! There's some small tables out in front, but lots of people today. There's also some great artwork in the lot next door. Definitely worth coming to! Cako Approves! (Even though we didn't eat there) read more

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Another new favorite and they aren't too far from me!! Yes, you'll hear the burgers resemble a popular chain, but that's where it ends. These burgers are seasoned well and cooked perfectly. The bun is a good size, soft, yet holds up to the job! The ingredients were fresh. Oh! And do not forget the fries. Hands down the best fries from a burger place. No lie! Try with the spicy ketchup, but I barely dipped as these babies were perfect as is!! If trying to avoid gluten get your burger lettuce wrapped. Can't wait to go back! (They carry swell soda too!!!) read more

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Hayes is a Barrio Logan staple. The spot is so little but the way they make the burgers is incredible. I ordered double cheeseburger, Jimi fries, and a soda and it was so delicious. The burger had intense flavors coming from the spread they add to it and the meat is so perfectly crisp but still holds the texture of the meat. The Jimi fries were so cheesy and good and with the addition of their house habanero ketchup, it was perfect. I highly recommend checking Hayes out, you won't regret it! read more

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So came here for the first time I had heard about it and wanted to give it a shot very good burger I mean it was delicious very very much like in and out burger but in a way juicier and meteor but very comparable a little more expensive than in and out for the burger and fries it was $20 so a little pricey but a very good burger service was great would I go back absolutely if you're in the area definitely give it a try if you're in the mood for a burger you will not be disappointed read more

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Great taste and good portions, burgers take a while but worth the wait , service is excellent

Heard about the "best burger" voted by San Diegans in San Diego. As a San Diegan, I decided to try it.... Service was fine as it was a low key day. Got our burgers really fast. My brother and I ordered doubles. We both decided it was good.... Simple and good but not the best. Try it for yourselves and find out. Enjoy! read more

Great burgers! The staff is friendly and the food is great, really liked the grilled onions. There's seating outside and a park next door. read more

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After hearing a lot of positive feedback about Hayes, we finally got to try it. It's located in Barrio Logan which at night, the surrounding area is actually pretty dark. Inside, their on-brand decor and cleanliness are both on point. What we got: Double cheeseburger - decent size, fresh-looking vegetables. The patties are pretty thick but are also smashed. Goes really well with their spicy ketchup! Jimi fries - delicious thick cut fries. The caramelized onions are delicious as well as that sauce. Safe to say Hayes is a lot similar to the popular burger chain but has a more homey / non fastfood quality. We loved it but we weren't mindblown. Also a little steep as everything was $22. read more

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Came here on Sunday around 1:20pm. Street parking right next to the bridge highway. One bathroom inside. Service was friendly! Got the hamburger it was good amount of meat and everything tasted fresh. The fries were good in saltiness and had a crisp. They had regular ketchup and a spicy ketchup but to me it wasn't spicy. Seating right next to to wall with some art work. On a pricier side but taste was worth it. And if you looking to support smaller businesses this is a good spot to hit up! read more

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Hayes burgers are delicious! The size is reasonable and the fries are so good! The often have a dj and all over good vibes.

Super solid burger joint in barrio. In n out vibes and taste. No frills spot but really good burger and loaded fries read more

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Reading the other reviews--gosh--y'all should just call it how it is! This place tastes like In-N-Out burger, but WAY BETTER! I have been telling my partner that I've actually been pretty disappointed with that chain restaurant's quality lately. I kind of doubt that it's the nostalgia that made this burger taste better than it actually was...things like toastiness of the bun and flavor are just lacking across their locations. Anyway, let's move on to the star of the show that is Hayes Burger!! So to start off, we were greeted by the cashier, who was extremely welcoming. He asked us if it was our first time here, which can be very important! He gave us the full run down...their menu is pretty simple in that there are burgers that are done in the usual ways including cheeseburger, hamburger, and double cheeseburger (or however much you want to make of that). Then you can add toppings on like chopped chiles, whole chiles, etc. Then you have your normal fries, or fries with toppings on there. Very equivalent menu overall to the chain restaurant mentioned above. Something to note is that they have the regular ketchup and spicy ketchup. Believe the cashier mentioned that if you order to-go then the spicy ketchup will be a bit extra cost, but if you dine in, it's free. Then they have a case of drinks which includes local bottled sodas with real cane sugar and stuff. Lastly, the cashier asked us if we wanted to cut our burger (which is an important detail because he could anticipate without us asking!), which we ended up doing. I almost wished I got a whole burger for myself, but based on us wanting to do a full food tour down here, we had to exercise some strong self control! Our order came out quickly and the burger was so delicious! The noticeable thing about this burger is that the patty is seasoned and salted perfectly. The bun is toasted on the grill (we definitely lifted up the bun to look underneath). Tomatoes and lettuce were fresh. There were grilled onions and chopped chiles. The fries are cut a bit thicker in comparison. Salted well, has a mix of soggy and crispy fries. We also ended up getting the local pomegranate soda (unique, but I thought it would be a bit more tart). Ambiance of the shop...kind of reminded me of a surf/beach type restaurant. They have an upstairs but it's not open for customers. There is limited seating indoors, as well as outdoors. There is street parking. It was interesting that people parked in the middle of the street in the center lane to run in and grab their orders. Overall, after leaving, I was already craving their burgers again. I would highly recommend Hayes Burger! read more

Definitely a neighborhood spot. Simple menu. Genuine food. Off the beaten path. Nice break from the places around the convention center. Over sauced and over priced. Made a stop on the driving home from a meeting in San Diego. This was probably the best meal I had on this trip. Sometimes a simple burger and fries done right hits the spot without draining your wallet read more

Hayes Burger - Spicy Ketchup and regular ketchup - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California