This place isn't bad, not 5 star good like a Father's Office, but it makes an attempt. It's nice to see these "finer" classier dining places popping up in The Nard. The prices are reasonable. The burgers are slightly overcooked especially for prime beef (I'm not sure why they didn't ask how I wanted mine cook, other than the ahi burger). I had the bistro burger, tasted pretty good, nice mix especially with the peppers heightening the flavor. Also had the ahi burger, not a big fan of these seafood burgers, but my mom enjoyed it. Also had the trio of sides (fries, sweet potato fries, and onion rings) ... all were pretty good, and they give you a lot. Enough to share. Overall, nice place in Oxnard...hope to see more of these establishments pop up! read more

The meat was dry, the bread was stale and the manager was a little rude. The only thing I liked was the shake. I use to love this place and recommend it to everyone, but as of right now just go get a good burger somewhere else and don't waste your money and time at this place read more

Hickory Burger ($6.50 for single, add $1.50 for a double) starts with a 100% fresh USDA lean beef patty and freshly toasted bakery bun topped with thick cut bacon, Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce, homemade crispy onions, lettuce, tomato, and mayo. The patty is seasoned well and has a bold beefy, meaty taste. It has the perfect amount of BBQ sauce which complement the overall flavor without being overwhelming. Overall, the burger has a good balance of flavors. The onions could have been a little crispier and the bun is not quite sturdy enough for a double patty. The sauce plus the juice from the patties make the bun soggy. You'll need to decide whether you'll just reside yourself to messy hands or commit to a knife and fork. Either way, it's worth it! Rating: 4.5/5 Pretzel Burger ($6.50 for single, add $1.50 for a double) starts with a 100% fresh USDA lean beef patty and warm pretzel bun topped with smoky BBQ sauce, caramelized bourbon onions, chipotle mayo, and melted American cheese. The pretzel bun is very sturdy and handles the juiciness of the burger patties and sauces with ease. The patties are nicely seasoned and juicy. The BBQ sauce is a tad too sweet when coupled with the caramelized onions. The flavor profile is reminiscent of a "Western" cheeseburger. So why not go all the way and add bacon? It would be a great addition to this burger. Switching the cheese from American to cheddar might also be a nice touch. Rating: 4.5/5 Onion Rings have a crispy, crunchy exterior. They are very flavorful with their sweet onion interior. Beer batter would be preferable, maybe showcasing one of the beers on tap as part of the batter. Rating: 3.8/5 French Fries are shoestring cut for a faster cook time and while they are by no means bad, thicker fries would be preferable. Also, the fries were a little bland and really need to be salted right out of the fryer. The presentation in the cone is a very nice touch. Rating: 3/5 read more

Ideal burger place. Excellent customer service and great quality ingredients. Good sauces too

I've been to Hook burger twice and it is A-OK. You walk up to the counter to order and they bring it to you; a little more fancy than say, "The Habit" burger...but not as fancy as "Father's Office". Shoestring fries are delish but the burger is kinda generic. The light fixtures and wood booths are very cool but the place in general has an upscale cafeteria feel. The have one or two televisions, but in positions that you can't see them from any booth...kind of odd. The fact they serve beer is a huge plus. Nothing I am HOOKED to here, so not really worth the drive if your more than a few minutes away already. read more

Customer service is beyond impeccable. We just bought a property near by and this will be my spot for sure!! My sister doesn't rave about places but was RAVING ABOUT HOOK BUrger. The burgers are amazingly big and juicy and the sides are great. And not to forget the prices are unbeatable! Wish there was one out on the Westside! read more

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I ordered online and paid. I got there to pick up my meal. It was not ready yet, no biggie. The gal tells the cooks that I am there for my order. I'm sitting waiting for a while as people come in and out with their food. I go up and ask and the gal checks to see if my foods ready. Its been ready and nobody said anything. I asked her if my foods been ready and she said yes. I told her I had been waiting and nobody's said anything about my food being ready. Her reply was "nobody told me you were here" after I'd been sitting there for over a half hr. Bad communication on there part with cold food. Bummmer. read more

My parents and I decided to eat here for the first time last night. My mom placed our order online and I went to pick it up. Both my parents ordered the Hook Burger and added bacon for an additional $1.25 each. I ordered the California Burger which was delicious and had plenty of Avocado. My dad straight up didn't like his burger and it barely had any onion on it. My mom's burger was missing tomato and the bacon she paid extra for! Overall she was satisfied with the food but was disappointed about the bacon. We live in Ventura or else I would have went back. The Oreo Shakes were very good and I enjoyed the onion rings and that delicious orange dipping sauce that comes with them. Customer service was great! They just need to pay attention to getting the ingredients right on the burgers. read more

The staff was friendly, the restaurant was clean and service was excellent. We had the hickory burger which was juicy and the trio - perfect match! Keep it up!! Comfortable seating too!! Highly recommend this place and would come back again!! read more

Went in for my bbq salad and like always delicious definitely recommend this place and the food

I had the Hickory Burger and my kiddo had the Bistro Chicken Club Sandwich. Both were EXCELLENT! The side of fries was enough for us to share. I would definitely recommend this place and would be happy to eat here again. read more

1. Smell: Nice pleasant smell. 2. Fixtures: Nice sink and toilet 3. Design/Decor:Nice tiled flooring and walls. Earthy tone that really matches well with the restaurant. 4. Hand Dryers: Auto paper towel dispensers that dispense 1 towel at a time conveniently located next to the door so that you can use the towel to open the door. 5. Toiletries: Didn't really use toilet paper, so no comment. Towels were white and absorbed water well. Soap was run of the mill clear liquid variety. 6. Privacy: Single room bathroom, and for lunch time it was surprisingly not busy. 7. Cleanness: Very clean and up to the standard of the restaurant. 8. Space: Plenty of space and room for whatever you need to do. 9. Changing Station: Not available but I think there is plenty of room to change your baby's diaper whether you need to lay something down or use your knees. 10. Miscellaneous: Nothing out of the ordinary. Overall: I give it a solid 4.5 stars since everything was quite what you'd expect from walking into the restaurant to the bathroom. Nothing to take it over the top, but the restroom is well maintained and gets a solid 4.5 for cleanliness during peak hours. I really wanted to give it a 5 stars, but it would need to be exceptional. read more

BOMB! Made fresh right when you order it. I usually get the hook burger with added cheese and bacon with onion rings. Ok, now I'm hungry!

When I go to Oxnard I expect food that isn't great. Hook Burger was the exact opposite. The veggie burger was epic! I've tried so many veggie burgers, since I am a vegetarian. Burger King gets a zero star on their veggie burger meaning it is barely edible. This place gets 5 stars, because it isn't just a veggie burger so they can say "Yes, we have vegetarian options", no they go the extra mile. Their veggie burger had avacodo and was over all delicious. If you are a vegetarian you know it is hard to find something good enough to even come close to calling delicious at a restaurant that isn't aimed at vegetarians. Heck, they're better then one vegetarian restaurant I go to. Long story short, this place rocks. ' read more

Love . I had the pretzel burger with chicken, sooo good! It was extremely messy because of the BBQ sauce oozing from the sides, but I didn't care at all because of how good it was so my hands smelled like BBQ for the next hour. I had to get some extra pickles on the side after trying them on my burger, and let me tell you that's a lot coming from me considering I have never been a fan of dill pickles. Sweet potato fries were nice and crispy. All in all, everything seemed fresh and tasted great, and the staff was friendly! read more

Unfriendly And Unprofessional Service, Didn't Get A Chance To Try The Food. First Impression Counts!

Its not the burgers that amazed me. Don't get me wrong. This place has tasty burgers and fries. What astonished me the most was the meritorious customer service! The staff was very friendly and eager to make your dining experience here a memorable one. It was a lasting impression on a first timer like myself that will keep me coming here. read more

Hook Burger - Burgers Near Me - Oxnard, California

Was out in Oxnard for an errand that lasted longer than I expected. By lunch time, my friends and I were starving. Luckily we found Hook down the street, saw the menu & figured we would eat there. At first I thought it was a knock-off of The Counter, but no making your own burger here. I ordered the barbeque chicken salad (amazing!), my boyfriend had the flank steak sandwich (to die for), and his brother had the Hickory Burger (also fantastic!) Taking one-star off however because the fries just did not cut it for us. We had the trio (sweet potato fries, regular fries, and onion rings) and all of those items were greasy & lacked flavor. So if you're a huge fry fan like I am, I would suggest skipping out on the fries this time. Wish I lived closer to this place, but next time I'm in the Oxnard area, I'm definitely stopping by. read more

I am a CLEAN eater but have came here more than 3x now for a cheat meal. I always get the hickory burger and that Oreo shake they sell there. Honestly dream about it sometimes! Lol I really appreciate customer service and I have to say this place probably has the besttttttt customer service I have ever experienced next to trader joes and that says A LOT lol. read more

Hook Burger Bistro Breakdown: -The Food: Good. Burger and onion rings were really good. The fries were not so great. -The Value: It was $22 for two burgers, fries, onion rings, and a drink. -The Experience: Really good service. They were nice and attentive. They lost a star for the fries. I feel like great fries are a must for a burger place. They were too soggy for me. read more

We had been looking forward to trying this place for a while and last night we finally had time to go. The place was clean, not packed and the staff was very attentive and friendly. I had looked at the menu online and had the Seared Ahi Tuna Sandwich on the brain when I walked in. My finance's mind was set on the Hickory Burger. I have a standard rule that I break more than I keep. If you go to a place with a food item in the title (like Burger) you should get that item. This is one of those times I really wish I had followed that rule. I ordered the Seared Tuna Sandwich rare, it was cooked just past the point of well done, The menu claimed there was a "homemade wasabi tartar" my sandwich was tasteless beyond the red onion on it. I do not know if they forgot the tartar or if it was just weak but I did not get any sort of wasabi flavor at all. Such a big disappointment from the awesome picture and description in the menu. My finance's Hickory Burger on the other hand was GREAT. What she couldn't finish I gladly gobbled up. We got both the regular and sweet potato fries and both of those were tasty as well, though for me the sweet potato was the clear better of the two. Overall it was a mixed bag for us, I would give the sandwich 2/5 the burger 4/5 and the sides 4/5 that said based on the price and the few bites I got of that Hickory Burger I would be happy to go back and give it another shot, this time staying far away from anything that does not have Burger in the title. I would not be surprised if I felt the need to bump that 3 stars up to 4 after a more satisfying trip. read more

Yo Devine! Bring the Hook Back! I like this place. It's a cross between a high class wine bar and a down home burger joint. The burgers are PERFECTLY priced. I am not joking. I believe the Prime Burger (their basic, but far from basic) is $6.50, and it is worth every penny. $7.00 would even be acceptable, but I need that discount! They aren't even annoyed with those people who have to "add and subtract", essentially not ordering what's on the menu. The other burgers (I think I've hit them all on the menu) are also amazing. And I absolutely have to have the onion rings, no matter how many cals it adds, because they are great. The new year is the only reason I haven't been back this year, but when I give up on my healthy eating goals I'll head back in. Also, there's beer. So there's a thing. I don't even know if you can order the wine from the bottles they use to decorate. read more

I love you Hook Burger. I love your delicious Bistro Burger and the extra crispy bacon that sits inbetween your two buns waiting for me to lick you and spend a few moments together in culinary heaven... until I eat you up. We have a song. I youtube it everytime you and I have a date together. It's the Turtles, "So Happy Together" song. I love you Hook Burger. I want to Marry you. xoxo read more

I didn't know that the people behind the Habit were responsible for Hook Burger Bistro. It's certainly a more upscale hamburger restaurant, offering a lounge-y feel and serving alcohol. The restaurant itself is located in a new plaza, with a Walgreens and a Fresh and Easy Market. There is ample parking available to serve all the stores (which also include two other restaurants: Cafe Rio and Urbane Cafe). Inside, Hook is beautifully decorated. It's clean and modern yet (as another reviewer mentioned) has a rustic feel due to the dark natural wood beams across the ceiling and brick walls. There is also outdoor seating available, though our party opted to sit in the raised booth by the window. The brown leather seats are comfortable and make you feel like you should be paying a lot more for your meal. I ordered the Primo burger and shared "The Trio" (a combination of french fries, sweet potato fries, and onion rings) with two other people. After taking our order at the front (no line), someone came to our table and gave us our food very quickly (I think about 5-10 minutes). The fries and onion rings (~$5) came with a side of ranch and BBQ sauce. The meat on the burger itself was a little dry but still OK for the ~$5 I spent on it. The service was great. All the people were really nice, clearing the trays as soon as they were done. When they saw that our drinks needed to be refilled, they quickly asked what we wanted. Overall, the food itself was nothing to rave about but still good for the price. I've had better burgers elsewhere but I think when you're going to a place like Hook, you're not solely there for the burgers but rather, also there for the relaxed environment and great service. read more

I'll give them 3 stars for customer service. But the food was alright. I ordered the California burger and added bacon to it. I didnt like the bacon because it was too crispy and the guacamole didnt taste like guacamole. It tasted sweet, like if it was squash. My lady got the Grilled chicken sandwich, the chicken was a bit burned. Which took away from the taste of the burger. I'll try this place again since my burger was good after I removed the "guacamole" and the bacon. read more

Food and booze!?! I'm hooked as well. This place is owned by the peeps whom founded the Habit, they just wanted to create more "upscale burgers." Good food, new place, friendly service, beer on tap, and wine. Fast food ordering style with indoor and outdoor seating. Burgers are bomb, but i'd try the primo burger without the honey dijon mustard (not that much of a mustard person). Burgers are a yummier than the Habit and contain more beef on their patty. The average price of the burger? Around $5-8. Hook it up (combo it) for an additional $3.49 and you got fries and a drink. Fries (regular or sweet potato) are yummy and the burgers and sandwiches are delicious. The regular fries are similar to the fries from Hot Dog on a Stick, crispy and yummy. If you like the Habit and burgers, it's worth a try. Some other yummy things to try during next visits: their Ahi tuna sandwich, salads, strawberry cheesecake smoothie, onion rings read more

Why is Umami so popular when Hook has better food, better prices, and a less pretentious atmosphere. My buddy and I really loved our meals. I don't remember the name of the burger I had, but it was delicious. My buddy got the steak burger and was surprised to see that the meat was actual steak slices, not ground up shoulder meat that passes for "steak" in so many other places. Our food came in roughly 10 minutes and the service was great. This place should really be much more well-known than it is. In my book, it far outpaces Umami (you can read my reviews about them). read more

This is my favorite burger spot. Been coming for years. Decent prices. Great food. And their customer service is excellent. Always welcomed and they continue to check up on you while your there. read more

Excellent burger.. good prices.. fast service.. very clean ! If you want a nice clean casual dining that's fast come here!!! read more

I always get welcomed as soon as I walk in! Every worker is always so nice and helpful. Don't have one single complaint about this establishment at all. Food is always fresh and delicious!! Even when I call and place my order ahead they are great!! read more

I'm sorry, I shouldn't go to a burger joint and order a chicken sandwich, but I did just that. So, I can't tell you how HBB delivers on burgers. What I can tell you about is my experience. This is a new trend in many restaurants. Instead of having a wait staff that takes your order, you order at a counter, they give you a number and then they deliver it to you. Let's talk about the ordering. You look at the menu and choose your sandwich (e.g., burger, chicken even salads). We had a chicken sandwich, onion rings and for the little one a grilled cheese sandwich with fries. They then give you an electronic number. Once they give it to you, it tracks how long the staff is taking to make and then deliver your food. If it starts to get too long, the kitchen staff is notified and then the onsite manager. So, this place is big on service. We weren't at our table long before everything arrived (plus the wait staff was attentive and helpul... a bonus). The chicken sandwich was good. The onion rings were crispy and good and the fries were good. The grilled cheese was crispy and good too. We had no complaints witht he food. This is your basic $6-burger joint. Because of the great tastes, I would choose this over a chain burger place. However, I like the concept. Give people a great ambiance (TVs, nice furniture and nice environment), and deliver great burgers and stuff. So, you should visit if you're in the Oxnard area. You won't be disappointed. read more

Great burger! Hickory Burger is what they are famous for. I got a Maui Burger and sweet potato fries. Loved it. It's also a nice environment and ambiance although it's so casual it's very elegant. read more

First time here! And it was delicious! I would totally recommend this burger place to anyone. It's a must try. Everybody is very friendly.

Alyssa is PHENOMENAL! She made the experience. Burgers were phenomenal and juicy and not too pricey! This is the spot.

The food here is solid for a decent price. We ordered a few different things in order to try them all. The fries and onion rings were average nothing too special, although I didn't really like the sauce that was served with the onion rings. It didn't really have much flavor or seasoning. The burgers were good though! The Maui burger was ok but the basic hook burger and the crispy chicken sandwich was great. The hook burger was great! I'd give that burger by itself a 5/5 read more

Prices combat fast food joints with High end restaurant quality burgers.. they're no joke Usually get the hickory burger and they're very generous on the patties and ingredients My girlfriend doesn't eat red meat and gets the chicken caprese sandwich and that is killer also. Very cool place with even better prices read more

Decided to try this place since there were such great reviews. Staff was super nice and courteous. And they're kid friendly which is always a plus in my book. I originally went here to try a burger but ended up ordering the BBQ chicken salad... so yummy!!!!!!!!! I'm also not a big fan of sweet potato fries but for some reason I'm so addicted to theirs!! Their onion rings are nice and crispy, just the way I like them. My husband and friend ordered burgers and were not disappointed. Fresh ingredients, fast service, very reasonably priced. I'm a huge fan of this place for sure! Oh, and don't forget to order a shake for desert!! read more

Great place I ordered the hickory burger with fries and it came out just perfect cooled to perfection. The fries taste good and the service is great! read more

Hook Burger - Nice bar area good for lunch - Burgers Near Me - Oxnard, California

Love these burgers- they're the best in oxnard!!! Love the hickory burger and their fries ...

I wanted to save my 200th review for some place that gave me a positive experience. This place deserves it! It was my first time here and I was just grabbing lunch to go because I had somewhere to be for school so I was really crunched for time. I ordered their turkey burger on a wheat bun and a side of fries (because I love fries and you just can't have a burger without it!). There were people who ordered after me but got their food before me. But I patiently waited. But still my order was not there yet. I can hear the lady who was taking care of the orders from the kitchen mentioning my order but the cooks somehow skipped my order. So it was delayed and I had to wait a bit longer. The lady did apologize and acknowledged their mistake. So I waited some more. As I got my food (finally) the lady gave me the manager's business card and wrote that I get a free turkey burger on the next visit since I went through that inconvenience. I was extremely impressed and I was not expecting that! I just wanted my food and I didn't want to be late to where I needed to go. The customer service here is more than what I can imagine and more businesses need to be like them. I actually didn't get to eat my food until about 2 hours later but it was still delicious nonetheless! Turkey burger was on par and juicy! Fries were soggy but I love fries so it didn't matter! I did get a few bites of some fries when I first got my order and it was nice, crispy, and perfect in my book! Next time I would like to try the sweet potato fries! I recommend this place and I will be back (to redeem my free turkey burger)! read more