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When i 1st ate here 2 yrs ago the food was great i gave it 5 stars. I think they mustve got new cooks or something because the food isnt great anymore read more

Great burgers and fries in a friendly setting. Hungry? This is the place to get your palate satisfied at a price that won't break the bank.

We have loved this place since it opened! Fantastic food, the service has never disappointed!

The food here is always amazing and the customer service is great. We had to wait a while for our burgers when COVID first started, and they randomly gave us a free burger coupon! It made my day. The Hickory burger is our favorite, and probably one of the best burgers I have ever had (never knew BBQ sauce, bacon, and crispy onions could taste so good on a burger). The sides are a little pricey, but I am obsessed with the sweet potato fries here. Atmosphere is cute - love the lights. The servers always come check on you to make sure your drinks are full and that you have enough sauce on the side. I have honestly never had a bad burger or bad experience here. 5/5 for sure! read more

We walked in a little dazed and confused after hours in the car and Morgan greeted us within a few seconds. He was so friendly and welcoming! After ordering, I was informed they were out of tuna, so I chose something else. They paid me for the difference after I reminded them. Not much of a hassle, as it was all taken care of while I sat at the table! The food was so good. I regret not taking better photos that actually portray how appetizing it was. Everything tasted fresh and was served to us quickly, so it was still hot. There were employees circling the dining area regularly clearing plates and tending to guests. Overall, I loved our meal here. We will definitely be back! read more

Hook Burger - Lettuce wrapped turkey burger... so good! Please note: This picture does NOT do it justice. - Burgers Near Me - Oxnard, California

It's good, not great. The prices are high and the fries were lukewarm. I'll take Shake Shack over Hook any day.

Cheap shakes, got my business!

Stopped by on the way out of town. Family and I first visit while in town and we will be back. Extremely friendly service, came by the table several times to check on us for refills or anything we needed, simple menu to order from for kids and adults, clean place, and food was delicious. Kids had the grilled cheese and burger with fries, which was definitely plenty for them. Wife had bistro club, which she enjoyed. I had the California burger, which I thought was very tasty. The buns and bread for all the food was very tasty as well. Hook vs Habit, I would rather visit Hook. The Habits we visited weren't very friendly, rarely super clean with stuff on the floor,they should really sweep and mop up. Not even sure if I have posted on habit yet, but will the next time we have to stop. Thank you Hook! read more

Consistently good service and great staff! Keep up the good work! Just hope that dine-in will resume soon cause I miss the place.

Perfect salads for a post workout and ugggghhhmazing burgers for a cheat meal! Fries are perfect every time especially the sweet potato ! The establishment stays consistent an I love that with my food! read more

Earlier this week we drove up to Ventura Kia to get one of our cars worked on. While waiting we drove our other car over to Hook based on reviews here. We were not disappointed. I had the Hickory burger and my husband had the Maui burger. We shared the Trio side which is a combo of reg fries, sweet potato fries and onion rings. They also gave us two sides of ranch dressing. We loved it all. Very fresh ingredients. Staff was very welcoming and friendly. Due to Covid, there was not inside seating available. However, when things get safer we look forward to returning there and dining in and enjoying a beer or glass of wine with our meal. Great job to the management and staff! read more

Their burgers really hit the spot! they have a simple menu so the quality of the burgers were superb! My husband had the smoked bacon burger and I got their mushroom one and they were both amazing! From how the food was presented and how the cheese was perfectly melted it just made our mouths drool. We arnt from this area but it was definitely worth stopping in an eating at hook burger. The interior was also amazing. Very clean and rustic industrial chic. The volume was comfortable and the service was fast. The customer service was incredible from the cashier, to the busser everyone was so polite and it really made us feel good! Love this Hook Burger location! read more

Hook Burger - Burgers Near Me - Oxnard, California

Overpriced and overcooked. Nothing special. Typical chain restaurant. Hard pass for me

I had an amazing experience the first time I was here...I have been back numerous times since that first time and just wanted to update my review with the little things I have noticed. Since this is a new restaurant it seems like maybe they have been working out the kinks that any new restaurant might have. The line may be long at times but they really do seem to move through customers fast. Do not be discouraged by the small interior, it always seems like there is a seat available to eat. I guess the first couple times I was here I did not realize that there is an outside area that will make for nice outdoor dining most of the year. I am addicted to the Hickory Burger. I usually get my burgers with no lettuce, tomatoes or onions but the Hickory Burger has those fried onion strings instead of regular onions and the combination of those onion strings with the burger and BBQ sauce is completely amazing. After dining here a number of times I think I have figured out what I like about this spot. It seems like a combination of The Habit, In n Out, 5 Guys, and Red Robin all in one spot. You get the nice restaurant type burger and experience in a non-waiter type environment. Saying this they still have team members who come around and ask to refill your sodas and take your trash away. They really do a great job at customer service here. I am very pleased with my Hook Burger Bistro experience and I will be eating here much more in the future. :0) read more

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I was in the neighborhood and couldn't resist another good burger, especially from the creators of the original Habit Burger!!! I had heard they had started a gourmet gig. I went inside and looking at the menu, and the monster burgers coming out of the kitchen i ordered the Hickory Burger--6.50 Thick cut bacon, Sweet Baby Ray's bbq sauce, homemade crispy onions, lettuce, tomato, mayo!! I got a side of regular fries and a frosty beer Too. The staff was great. you get in line to order the line moved fast too. Then they bring your food out. They come back by and see if you need a drink refill and if you liked the food, mind you the soft drinks are self serve. cool nice touch! Good atmosphere too they have a good sized patio if you like to eat outside. Since the guys that started the habit created these now I'm gonna have to seek them out all over LA like i do with The Habit. #2 down read more

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Ski Rider Ultralight's amazing coastal ultralight flight, and super fun Jim Hall Kart racing got me in the mood for MEAT. Thanks to my trusty Yelp app, DG and I found this place! Decorated like a Houston's, with multiple TVs showing sporting events and beer and wine choices, but with order-at the-front and table service, this place is pretty cool! Our burgers came out fast, were served by very friendly staff, and were super reasonably priced. My soda was refillable, and during our relatively short dining experience here, we were checked on by 4 separate, very cheerful servers. I dare say that the service experience here would get the Ciara G stamp of approval! The burgers were impressive: Bistro Burgers - DG's on a glossy brioche bun with bacon, mine bunless and lettuce wrapped. Both juicy and topped with roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, avocado and mayo, and messy gooooood! Coleslaw - fresh, crunchy green and red cabbage in a mayo dressing. Yum! This yummy experience makes me want to try The Habit - which apparently is owned by the same person! read more

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I ordered the hickory burger, fries, and a Hanks root beer for lunch and I was not disappointed. I'll start by letting you know Hanks is my favorite root beer so they get bonus points for carrying it. The burger is well balanced with the right amount of crispy onions to burger patty size so that neither overwhelms but they compliment each other. The fries are done to just the right amount of crispness while maintaining the potato flavor. Overall it was five star food but three star service. The employee who brought out my meal asked if I would like some sauce to go with it to which I replied that I would like some. He never returned with any sauce. Other than that the food was in point and I would definitely return here again. read more

Hook Burger - Hickory burger and a Hanks root beer with some fries - awesome lunch! - Burgers Near Me - Oxnard, California

I drive by the Pasadena location all the time, just never at the time I am hungry. Finally, I made it to try their food in Oxnard and I have to say I loved it much more than I thought I would! Service is some of the best I have yet come across. Order at the counter, get a number and sit down. Super clean restaurant, plenty of free and easy parking out front. The menu is great, my only gripe is the veggie burger is a black bean by Morningstar. I love me a good veggie burger and while these are fine, I can get an 8 pack at the store cheaper than a single there. That was going to be enough to deduct a star as i don't eat much meat, but one bite of my cobb salad sub ahi for chicken and I knew I could happily eat there here every time. Then I took a bite of my husband hickory burger and it was just over, that was the best burger patty I have ever had! Sooooooo juicy, moist, well seasoned, mixed with the ingredients of the hickory burger sub pretzel bun was just INSANE! The only place I eat (beef) burgers are In N Out, but from now on Hook will be the other place! Cannot wait to come back here and get a burger, my son also loved his kids meal, though I think portion wise he can go for a regular size burger next time, they are made more for smaller children. Service and that beef is really what gave them a clear 5 stars on being an excellent place for burgers and from now on in our rotation when when we are close to one of their locations! read more

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very good food especially the sweet potato fries , i do wish they had more dipping sauce options though

After the land-sea-air tour that comprised my weekend in Oxnard, I was getting to the point of being famished. Enter "Hook". I'm not sure where the name came from, but I did get the impression that it was a vague allusion to the bubblegum-pop music that was playing over the sound system. I walked right up to the counter and ordered a Bistro burger which was adorned with avocado, layered with lettuce, and bejeweled with bacon (which was a Washington extra). There were also roasted red peppers placed on top of melted cheese. Paid with credit and was given a number, after which I selected my seat. I bit into the burger, and found that the bun was simmerlar to a brioche, with a touch of sweetness. The bacon was a tad overdone, but the juicy burger, avocado and roasted red peppers more than made up for it. I added barbecue sauce to complete the goodness. Service was very friendly and sinseer. If you like a good burger, get your buns in here! read more

Hook Burger - Bistro burger with bacon - Burgers Near Me - Oxnard, California

I met a colleague at Hook for lunch and boy did I get a surprise! Not only the service was great (friendly, helpful, and patient with suggestions based on your taste) but the food was really good. I like the fact that they cooked my burger to perfection and the variety of burgers choices and toppings. Wow! Too many to salivate over! Definitely is a must go again soon! read more

Nice Upgrade Like Carl's Jr., you walk in order and get your table number and find your seat. Unlike Carl's, they have leatherette seats and a rustic feel. They even have an old replica US flag that was way cool. Got the Hickory Burger, $6.50 + fries $2.50. No options on the length of cooking on the burger, all come medium. Upgraded ingredients and bun gave them a winner. Now time to compare. Carl's Jr. $6 burger: This is far superior, not even close. However, the $6 burger is bigger, so if your only desire is to get full, then go to Carl's. Umami: Went there today, just to solidify my opinion. Unfortunately, the TO location tripped today. But, still their burger is superior. However, it is $11 and smaller. Same bun, same desire to use great ingredients. So, do you want to eat 2 burgers for $13 or only 1 for $11 and go home hungry at that? For me, I'll be back, skipping by the both of them. read more

Hook Burger - Hickory burger - Burgers Near Me - Oxnard, California

This is a great Boyguh place! And I love the light fixtures, very cool and retro, the bulbs are awesome! But enough about the decor howz about the food! The Hickory Boyguh was fantastic! Tons of bacon and BBQ sauce, on a toasty handmade bun. The onion rings were superb. Yeah the food was really good. It came out fresh and quick, literally they brought it out within 5 minutes of me ordering. Its a great place to take the kids. Its casual yet elegant at the same time. I have to comment on the service. So after the meal I decided I would like to wash the Boyguh down with a 5,000 calorie milk shake. So I get back in line, and then a server walks up to me and offers to start making the shake so that I do not have to wait to pay for it! Awesome! Oh yeah, the prices were more than fair! Five guys who? read more

Hook Burger - Hickory Boyguh - Burgers Near Me - Oxnard, California

The food is great for take out. The beer options are usually on point and the staff is very friendly. I learned very quickly to make sure, if I'm ordering for pick up, to check my bag before leaving the restaurant because there is almost always at least one item missing from my bag. Last night it was both of my orders of fries. Not a huge deal as I was able to let them know before leaving the building, but I've had this experience across the board at many locations. read more

Really great experience. The hostess Brenda was very helpful and explained the menu as soon as we entered... 4 burgers, 4 sandwiches and 4 salads. I got the hickory burger which was AWESOME and my wife got the cobb sandwich or something which was also yummy. Fries are great, onion rings are really good. Free refills on lemon-aid. read more

We were staying in town for our friends' wedding weekend. On Saturday morning I got up and went for a long run/walk. I passed this place on the way back to our hotel, was intrigued, and later looked it up on Yelp to see if it would be a good lunch option. I ordered the turkey burger with veggies and avocado on a wheat bun. My honey and I also got an order of sweet potato fries to share. The burger was really good. A little skimpy on the avocado, but flavorful as far as turkey goes. I could have done without the fries. They had brown sugar sprinkled on top which was overkill to me since I think they are sweet enough already. When they brought us our food, they offered various sauce options. We had one that came with the sweet potato fries and asked for BBQ. Both were also on the sweet side. Service was great. You order at the counter, take a seat and they help you out from there. If we spent more time in Oxnard, I would probably spend more time here. read more

The burgers here are top of the line. For me, they are on par with burgers you would get at a really expensive steakhouse. Great service, too. And they have some healthy choices. I love this place and come here often. read more

Love their burgers, and the salads are delicious! I usually get either the Maui Burger with coleslaw on the side or Baby Rays BBQ chicken salad. read more

We ordered Caprese Chicken Sandwich, Hickory Burger with no BBQ sauce & a blue cheese substitution, Onion Rings & Sweet Potato fries. Everything was great: the food, the service, the environment-all of it! read more

I decided to take my friend here after some friends recommended this place and after reading some of these reviews. Let me start off by saying that this place has a staff that's friendly and accommodating, and the restaurant has a rustic ambiance that's similar to cafes. When I arrived I was greeted by a server who handed us a menu, told us how the service works, and her recommendations. Often times restaurants have a unique system of ordering and service that it confuses clients; glad to know that this place is aware of this and informs customers off the bat. The greeter recommended the Hickory Burger and because she was cute, and I was gullible, I went with her recommendation. I was pleased to see that they served some beers on tap and bottle. I ordered the burger with a Downtown beer. Let me say that as a beer connoisseur, I was hesitant to try a dark beer because of its notorious reputation for having a harsh taste, but this beer was flavorful and smooth; pleased I was. My friend ordered their Grilled Chicken Cesar Salad, which she really enjoyed, and a glass of their Poppy Pinot Noir. The wine selection is very limited, but it's a small burger joint so it's understandable. When the burger arrived, it look exactly like the pictures online and in the menu. As I grabbed the burger and took a bite, I was hit with a rush of barbecue sauce, bacon, and beef; overwhelming it was. It was what a gourmet burger should be... except for one thing: the bottom bun! It fell apart immediately that left my finger tips covered in mayonnaise and looking like the Rocky Mountains. Additionally, the shredded lettuce began to fall on the plate and made it look like I ordered a Cesar salad. However, the fries were delicious and the combination of beer and burger made the trip worth while. Thus, my only gripes with Hook Burger Bistro is the shredded lettuce and crumbling buns. Besides those minor gripes, the place is a "must try"! I'm coming back, but if my buns crumble again so help me that I'll reduce the stars from 4 to 2. I've done it before... and I did it while laughing devilishly.. read more

Hook Burger - Hickory Steak Burger at Hook Burger Bistro was delicious! - Burgers Near Me - Oxnard, California

It can be a little expensive, but the taste and quality of the food is worth it. They've improved a lot over the years, including making their burgers more flavorful. I'm proud to have these guys cooking in Oxnard, their burgers are as good as Habit, if not better. The other items are ok, but the Burgers and Fries are always great. Things to Try, Sweet Potato Fries and the Hickory burger. Probably the one of the Best Sweet Potato Fries I've ever had, if not the best. The Hickory Burger is this beautiful balance of sweet and savory, the toppings of the burger complements each other well, overall the favor profiles are strong and solid. Things that are confusing, is you need to order at the front desk, you can't order well seated. read more

Hook Burger - Hickory Burger with Sweet Potato Fries - Burgers Near Me - Oxnard, California

Hook Burger does not disappoint! Delicious burgers, fries, and of course... milkshakes. Amazinggggg milkshakes! The cookies and cream milkshake is my favorite :) In terms of food, the Maui Burger is my go-to, and husband loves the Hickory Burger. Also, the service is always fantastic. Employees and management alike show great pride in their work and the quality of the restaurant, as well as customer satisfaction. This, and the delicious food, set this place apart! Love the Hook!! read more

Staff is extremely nice Daniel and team working Super Bowl were very helpful and attentive to customers needs. Food is delicious too Will definitely be coming back when we are in the neighborhood again. Thank you! read more

I consider myself a Burger-Connoisseur and I think they're were pretty damn good. It was my first time here, and I've never heard of them before. My honest opinion: The prices are fair, the quality was very good, the presentation was good and the service was friendly. My only complaints are that the fries were over-cooked. They tasted like In-N-Out fries. If you don't eat them right away, they get dry real fast. I would have liked the option of how I wanted my meat cooked (like Red Robin). I like my meat with pink in the middle and this one was probably a perfect "medium" (no pink) I'm sure if I ask next time, they can cook the meat and fries to my liking, but I didn't know.... One other thing. The music was TOO LOUD :) Background music is nice, but it was up too high. Overall, this place has a great burger and I would definitely eat there again! read more

Always a good choice. Anything and everything is good. Especially the burgers. I always get the BBQ burger the family like the sweet potato fries. Milkshakes are in spot. Salads are AWSOME as well. I like this place a bit more than THE HABIT. read more

I took the kids here on a weeknight and I thought their indecisiveness was going to drive the order taker crazy, but nope, she was super nice :) There is not enough good things I can say about this place, the staff is friendly, patient and helpful. The food is delicious, a bit pricey for a burger joint, but totally worth it! The fries are just perfect, thin, crispy and they taste fresh. And its nice and clean inside, has the ambiance of a small restaurant but its more like a fancy Habit Restaurant. I can't vouch for the burgers because I don't eat meat (I know then wth am I doing in a burger joint) but my two little ones swore they were delicious. I had the seared ahi sandwich, the old way, (which is without the sugary teriyaki sauce and slaw) and it was simply delicious! This place is definately worth a drive into the Nard :) read more

Excellent service by staff !!! Burger was satisfying highly recommend. Limited seating but staff will come bus tables. Beer and wine served on premises. Soda refill upon request read more

Great place! Hook Burger so delicious. I luv the Hickory Burger & sweet potato fries.

His location was fantastic. The next day, I returned. When I called to place an order, I was told that they were temporarily unable to accept any orders due to a backlog. Bummer. I've never been turned down by a company before attempting to provide service to them. They did say they only take walk-in orders, which contradicts their earlier declaration that they weren't taking any more. I walked in to place an order because I was on my way there. Unfortunately, they didn't have the bread for the identical sandwich I ordered. Bummer. The sandwich was delicious, but not as good as the one the day before. It's amazing how much bread can alter a person's taste and experience. read more